Brownstone Midwest Supper Club Inaugural Meeting, Jan 13th, in Bloomington, Indiana

Brownstone is pleased to announce that its famed Supper Club is coming to the Midwest! Join us in Bloomington, Indiana -home of Indiana University – for the inaugural meeting featuring Dr. Stephen Shipp, Headmaster of the Seven Oaks Classical School. Bloomington’s beloved Lennie’s is the venue for an evening of enriching discussion, good food, and conviviality. The Brownstone Supper Club aims to foster community and meaningful conversation among those who believe in freedom as the path to cultural and scientific progress, a trustworthy system of public administration, and economic prosperity. Come ready to engage, learn, and connect with others in civil discourse.

About the Talk
Dr. Shipp will discuss the mission of Seven Oaks Classical School and explain the importance of the school’s work through the lens of Alexis de Tocqueville. Tocqueville’s nineteenth century classic, Democracy in America, has been described as “the best ever written on democracy and the best ever written on America.” Dr. Shipp will consider what Tocqueville has to say about freedom and tyranny in democratic societies, and what this means for local institutions, such as schools.

Venue & Details
Lennie’s is a beloved Bloomington institution known for its warm atmosphere, exceptional cuisine, and craft beer selection. For over 30 years, Lennie’s has been bringing people together over delicious food and drink in a setting perfect for meaningful conversation.

Location & Parking
Lennie’s is located at 514 E. Kirkwood Ave in the heart of downtown Bloomington, Indiana. Street parking is available along Kirkwood Avenue and surrounding streets (metered until 9pm). There are several parking garages within walking distance.

Ticket Information
$50 per person includes a delightful buffet dinner, craft beer and wine (2 drink tickets included). Space is limited so secure your spot now!

About the Speaker
Dr. Stephen Shipp serves as the founding headmaster of Seven Oaks Classical School, a public charter school in Ellettsville, IN, that he has led since 2016. Before he joined the Seven Oaks team, he worked in various classical schools, first as a teacher and then as an administrator.

After discovering classical education as an undergraduate student at Patrick Henry College, he earned an M.Litt. in Ancient History from the University of St Andrews and a Ph.D. in Politics from the University of Dallas. He has received academic fellowships from the Earhart Foundation, the Intercollegiate Studies Institute, and The Claremont Institute, and has presented in the fields of history, literature, education, and politics. Dr. Shipp is a teacher who has taught students at every level, ranging from the first grade to undergraduates in college. He is also a family man. His wife is a native Hoosier, and they have been blessed with six children, five of whom attend Seven Oaks and one of whom is currently a sophomore at Hillsdale College. Dr. Shipp is grateful to have the opportunity to sink roots near family, doing the work he loves, in a town that reminds him of the place he grew up.

Travel Information

Accommodations

Excellent hotels within walking distance of Lennie’s:

• Grant Street Inn – A historic charming local inn
• Graduate Bloomington – A boutique hotel celebrating Indiana University's heritage

For more information contact Joni McGary at jonimcgary@me.com. Please include “supperclub” in the subject line.