Brownstone Chicago Supper Club, January 20, 2026: Jeanne Ives
2026-01-20 17:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Base Community Cafe, 1200 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL, 60609, United States
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$50
We’re thrilled to feature Jeanne Ives to our Chicago Supper Club!
Jeanne Ives will offer critical insights into IL SB 1560. This bill, signed into law by Governor JB Pritzker on July 31, 2025, makes Illinois the first state to mandate universal mental health screenings for public school students in grades 3 through 12, with the state providing “free” resources to districts for implementation. She argues that the law is not only costly but also potentially dangerous, as it could enable unwarranted government intrusion into children’s lives and undermine parental authority—echoing her long-standing emphasis on limited government and family autonomy. Her perspective highlights concerns about the bill’s implications for privacy, the risk of misdiagnosis or over-medication in a youth mental health crisis, and the broader trend of state intervention in education, informed by her firsthand knowledge of how such policies are crafted and debated in Springfield.
About Jeanne Ives
Jeanne Ives is known for her outspoken advocacy on issues related to fiscal responsibility, education, and family rights. Ives graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point and served as an officer in the U.S. Army, including a deployment during the Gulf War. After her military service, she transitioned into the private sector before entering politics. She was elected as a Republican to the Illinois House of Representatives in 2012, representing the 42nd District. During her three terms in office (2013-2019), Ives gained a reputation as a principled conservative who often challenged establishment figures within her own party, including then-Governor Bruce Rauner, whom she narrowly lost to in the 2018 Republican gubernatorial primary. Today, Ives serves as the CEO of Breakthrough Ideas, a conservative advocacy organization, and hosts a weekly radio show on AM560 in Chicago, where she discusses policy issues affecting Illinois families.
Venue & Details
Base Community Cafe, 1200 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL
Base Community Café is nestled inside the Bridgeport Art Center – one of the city’s most vibrant cultural and event venues. Chef Owner Paul Zavala creates bespoke seasonal cuisine with a chef’s eye and an artist’s heart. All is served in a comfortable café with fantastic coffee!
Location and Parking

1200 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60609
Enter on North Side off of Racine / 34th Place
Parking is available on the north side of the building.

Ticket Information
$50 per person includes a family style dinner, beer, and wine. Space is limited so secure your spot now!
For more information contact Jackie Sloan at Jackie@JackieSloanInc.com. Please include “Supper Club” in the subject line.
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Brownstone Supper Club, West Hartford, January 21: Renaud Beauchard
2026-01-21 17:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Brownstone Supper Club at Butterfly Restaurant, 831 Farmington Ave, West Hartford, CT, 06119, United States
SHARE | PRINT | EMAILOn Wednesday, January 21, 2025, the beloved West Hartford Supper Club is pleased to welcome Renaud Beauchard, a French journalist with Tocsin, one of the largest independent media in France. He will discuss the parallels of what is happening in France and Europe more generally and trends in the US.
Butterfly is the venue (the real Chinese stuff) with friends of the Brownstone Institute. Come early for cocktails and meet Brownstone Institute friends, scholars, writers, and benefactors, and celebrate victories and discuss challenges ahead. The food is wonderful and the discussion brilliant. Casual and fun, even if some people come in fancier clothing.
Beauchard has been highly active with the Make America/Europe Great Again movement, particularly the way in which attempts to control the microbial kingdom have so heavily attacked human liberty. He is an expert on French political dynamics especially during and after Covid totalitarianism, and a critic of France’s impenetrable welfare/regulatory state.
Beauchard is also a leader in the new media in France, which is a much smaller sector there than here but driving the dissident movements. In his talk, he will map out a possible future for Europe.
See you soon!
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Brownstone Austin Supper Club January 28, 2026: Del Bigtree
2026-01-28 18:00 - 21:30 (America/Chicago) | Chapulin Cantina, 1610 South Congress Avenue, Austin, TX, 78704, United States
SHARE | PRINT | EMAILChapulin Cantina, 1610 South Congress Avenue, Austin, Texas
6:00pm – 9:30pm
Austin, Texas
$55 per person for appetizer, dinner, dessert, cocktail/wine (1)
Please join us for an evening of lively conversation with Del Bigtree, host of The Highwire and executive producer of the documentary “An Inconvenient Study”. Del is one of the most sought after public speakers in the natural health arena and is passionately driven to uncover truths hidden within the pharmaceutical industry.
About Del
Del Bigtree is the founder of the non-profit, Informed Consent Action Network, host of a rapidly growing internet talk show The HighWire, and one of the preeminent voices of the vaccine risk awareness movement around the world. His multi-pronged approach incorporates legal, legislative, and media actions to expose the fraud, lies, and conflicts of interest that have allowed the pharmaceutical industry to evade standardized safety testing for vaccines. Del has focused the spotlight on the real issue – the shocking lack of credible vaccine science.
About the Talk
Del will share insights from producing two documentaries, “Vaxxed” and “An Inconvenient Study”, including the accolades and critical responses to help provide context for the current changes and discussions within the CDC around childhood vaccine schedule. He will also answer questions and discuss his most recent film “An Inconvenient Study”.
Venue, Location & Parking
Chapulin, 1610 S Congress. 20-car parking lot behind the restaurant with free valet plus there is paid parking on the surrounding streets and in the public garage at the South Congress Hotel.
Registration
$55 per person. Space is limited so be sure to secure your seat early. For more information contact Cyndi at cyndicollen@gmail.com. Please include “Austin Supper Club” in the subject line.
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Brownstone Supper Club, Bandera, Texas, January 30, 2026
2026-01-30 18:30 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | Sovereignty Ranch, 165 Wyatt Ranch Rd E, Bandera, TX, 78003, United States
SHARE | PRINT | EMAILSovereignty Ranch is an American jewel: an all-inclusive ranch with livestock, agriculture, an farm-to-table experience of old-world authenticity. It is in Bandera, Texas, with a legendary reputation in the area. Here is your chance to experience this treasure, with a special Brownstone Supper Club, featuring its owner, the visionary author Mollie Englehart.
The evening begins at 6:30pm in the restaurant, with Mollie hosting. She will present an overview of life on the ranch, discuss the remarkable twists and turns of her career, and lay out the vision being the ranch, including its dedication to regenerative farming and zero use of chemicals for plants and animals. She will also discuss the tremendous challenges of maintain small farms that operate with integrity in times of corporate/government dominance.
This ranch is a good friend of Brownstone Institute’s. This event is a chance to expand your personal network and get a close look at a genuine revolution in food that is taking place below the surface. What you will find here is the answer to what do about about horrible food quality, and also a path forward for freer lives.
The cost of the ticket includes the entire experience, which begins at 6:30pm and ends at 10:00pm. Address is 165 Wyatt Ranch Rd E, Bandera, TX 78003. If you come early at 5:00pm, Mollie and the team will provide you a tour. Join the real health revolution. Bring the whole extended family!

Brownstone Greater Boston Supper Club, February 3, Jefferey Jaxen
2026-02-03 17:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Rocco’s Restaurant and Bar, 193 Main Street, Wilmington, MA, 01887, United States
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Tuesday, February 3rd
5:30pm – 9:00pm
Wilmington, MA
$50
Please join us for an evening of lively conversation, intriguing speakers, and fun! This month we are pleased to welcome investigative journalist, writer and documentary filmmaker Jefferey Jaxen.
About Jefferey Jaxen
Jefferey Jaxen is a veteran investigative journalist, writer, and documentary filmmaker on the front lines of medical, health and breaking news. He is the lead editor of The Highwire News and part of the Informed Consent Action Network‘s team. Jefferey is featured in The Highwire’s weekly segment, The Jaxen Report, where he spotlights the untold, censored and underreported stories of our time. His investigative voice, original content and reporting are now a staple for millions of viewers.
About the Talk
The Public Health Reckoning America Needed – From Polio, COVID, Kennedy and the Path Forward
Take a deep dive into the censored stories and hidden dangers of modern medicine as Jefferey takes you through some of the most important discoveries of his career culminating into our current space of rapid change in America’s health landscape. The failed Covid response along with Kennedy’s ascension to lead HHS has proven to be an explosive moment of change we currently find ourselves in. Tune out the social media noise and cut through the corporate media spin to understand the importance and possibilities of our present moment.
Venue, Location & Parking
Rocco’s, 193 Main Street, Wilmington. Free parking. Overflow parking at Dunkin’ Donuts next door, or across the street @ Sherwin Williams.
Registration
$50 per person. Space is limited so be sure to secure your seat early!
For more information contact Brianne at BrianneKrupsaw@gmail.com Please include “February Supper Club” in the subject line.

Brownstone Manhattan Supper Club, February 10, 2026: Lucia Sinatra
2026-02-10 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Carmine’s, 2450 Broadway, New York, NY, 10024, United States
SHARE | PRINT | EMAILPostponed due to weather. Now Tuesday February 10, 2026
The new Brownstone Institute Manhattan Supper Club will meet for the first time on Tuesday, February 10, at Carmine’s at 2450 Broadway, between 90th and 91st Streets, from 6-8 p.m., in the Bellini Room. Admission is $80 per person, which includes dinner; drinks can be ordered for an extra charge.
Our speaker will be Lucia Sinatra, Co-founder of No College Mandates, an internationally recognized organization that has courageously led the nationwide charge to restore individual medical autonomy in higher education.
Program DescriptionJoin us for an inspiring and essential discussion with Lucia Sinatra, Co-founder of No College Mandates, an internationally recognized organization that has courageously led the nationwide charge to restore individual medical autonomy in higher education.
In the spring of 2021, over 1,200 colleges and universities across the U.S. imposed sweeping COVID-19 vaccine mandates. Through countless hours of dedicated, strategic advocacy and unyielding pressure from the grassroots movement, zero general college COVID-19 vaccine mandates remain in effect today.
This accomplishment stands as a powerful testament to the organization’s effectiveness in defending the rights of students nationwide. However, the fight for medical freedom is not over. The lingering requirements for students in health care programs and their affiliated clinical partner facilities still threaten program completion and future careers.
Lucia Sinatra will delve into the complexities of this final frontier, discussing how a small group of concerned citizens formed No College Mandates and mobilized a nationwide response to institutional overreach and review the organization’s milestones, including the specific strategies that successfully pressured hundreds of institutions to rescind their mandates. She will also explore the continued advocacy efforts focused on eliminating mandates for all healthcare professionals, particularly in programs like nursing at University of San Francisco where clinical partners are still requiring proof of updated COVID-19 vaccines.
No College Mandates is the very definition of a successful grassroots movement—one built on principle, persistence, and community. The discussion will conclude with a practical guide for how you can translate passion into policy, including essential steps for identifying a core issue, building a diverse network of dedicated supporters, and crafting a clear, compelling message.
As the legendary anthropologist Margaret Mead once stated, “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed, citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” Join us to learn how to be one of those committed citizens who helps usher in and defend a new era of medical choice in higher education.
BioLucia Sinatra is a retired corporate securities attorney. After becoming a mother, Lucia turned her attention to fighting inequities in public schools in California for students with learning disabilities. She co-founded No College Mandates to end college and university Covid-19 vaccine mandates and to offer free public resources which have helped tens of thousands of students and families make the most informed decisions about continuing education.

Brownstone Utah Supper Club, February 12, 2026: Dr. Kirk Moore
2026-02-12 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Denver) | Harvest Restaurant at Thanksgiving Point, 3003 N Thanksgiving Way, Lehi, UT, 84048, United States
SHARE | PRINT | EMAILThe new Brownstone Institute Utah Supper Club will meet for the first time on Thursday, February 12, at Harvest Restaurant at Thanksgiving Point from 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Admission is $59 per person. Our speaker will be Dr. Kirk Moore.
About the Talk:Dr. Kirk Moore will share insights into the battle for medical freedom, ethical integrity, and constitutional rights. In preserving patient informed consent and medical choice during the pandemic, Dr. Moore came under investigation by the Department of Justice, leading to a legal battle that was resolved in his favor in 2025. Dr. Moore will weave his personal experience into a broader conversation and Q&A with supper club participants, exploring the conflict that develops when personal autonomy bumps up against public health.
About Dr. Kirk Moore:Dr. Kirk Moore trained at the University of Miami School of Medicine, graduating with honors, and completed his plastic surgery residency at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center. He is a decorated former U.S. Navy Flight Surgeon, and is currently with Freedom Surgical & Aesthetics. Moore is a devoted father raising his two children alone after tragically losing his ex-wife in 2019. Outside of surgery, Dr. Moore is an avid traveler and enjoys skiing, soccer, and spending time outdoors.
Venue & Details:Harvest Restaurant at Thanksgiving Point provides charming ambience and award-winning dining, perfect for community gathering, conversation, and connection.
Address & Parking:3003 N Thanksgiving WayLehi, UT 84048Located at Water Tower PlazaFree, convenient parking
Ticket Information:$59 per person provides delicious appetizers, beverages, salad, choice of steak or salmon entrée, and dessert, including tax and gratuity
For more information contact:Lori Weintz at lweintz@comcast.net or Matt Warnock matt@rcherbals.com
Please include “supper club” in the subject line

Brownstone ﻿﻿Charlotte, NC Supper Club, February 17: Cammy Benton, MD
2026-02-17 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Napa on Providence, 110 Perrin Place, Charlotte, NC, 28207, United States
SHARE | PRINT | EMAILPlease join us for an evening of interesting conversation about personal resilience in the face of institutional retaliation with Dr. Cammy Benton, Founding Director of Physicians for Informed Consent and owner of Benton Integrative Medicine.
Tuesday February 17th @ 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Napa on Providence, 110 Perrin Place, Charlotte, NC 28207 6:00pm – 9:00pm Charlotte, North Carolina
$55 per person for dinner & beverage of choice incl. glass of wine or beer, tea or soda.
About the Speaker:
Cammy Benton, MD, is a Functional Medicine trained physician and owner of Benton Integrative Medicine, a holistic concierge practice in Huntersville, NC. As a Founding Director of Physicians for Informed Consent, she advocates for informed medical choices and lifelong learning. In addition to her allopathic medical training, she integrates nutrition, homeopathy, ayurveda, psychedelic, and mind-body-spirit approaches.
About the Talk:
Personal Resilience: Lessons from Facing Institutional Retaliation in Pursuit of Truth
We live in a world where speaking out against institutional overreach can come at great personal cost. Dr. Benton will deliver a reflective talk on the personal and professional costs of speaking out in truth, and how to cultivate courage for future challenges. Does standing firm in pursuit of truth require new strategies for resilience? After institutional betrayal, can the essence of critical thinking and medical freedom be restored? Join us to explore these lessons from a front line advocate for informed consent, Dr Cammy Benton.
Venue, Location & Parking:
Napa on Providence, 110 Perrin Place, Charlotte, NC 28207. The location offers private parking on both sides of the restaurant during dinner hours, plus nearby street parking.
Registration $55 per person. Space is limited so be sure to secure your seat early. For more information contact Amber Santiago by emailing supperclub@pm.me.
Please include “Charlotte Supper Club” in the subject line.

Brownstone Supper Club, West Hartford, February 18: Ann Bauer
2026-02-18 17:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Brownstone Supper Club at Butterfly Restaurant, 831 Farmington Ave, West Hartford, CT, 06119, United States
SHARE | PRINT | EMAILOn Wednesday, February 18, 2025, the beloved West Hartford Supper Club – the first in the nation – is pleased to welcome Ann Bauer, bestselling author, world-famous essayist, once a beloved writer for the New York Times (forgive her please), and now one of the most compelling thinkers and critics of our time.
Ann will not likely go down in history as the source who broke the Minnesota welfare fraud case but she probably should. Her deep knowledge of the state informed most of the reporting on that topic. She will likely share facts and analysis of the culture of the state never heard before, along with some detail that has yet to make the news.
Butterfly is the venue (the real Chinese stuff) with friends of the Brownstone Institute. Come early for cocktails and meet Brownstone Institute friends, scholars, writers, and benefactors, and celebrate victories and discuss challenges ahead. The food is wonderful and the discussion brilliant. Casual and fun, even if some people come in fancier clothing.
Ann Bauer’s fame stems from her fierce independence of mind and stylistic elegance. Once a chronicler of New York City cuisine – the subject of her bestseller – she entered the class of dissidents in the Covid era, drawing attention to the ways in which the population was being trolled by a class of scientists she knew all too well. This position alienated her from her social set but opened new opportunities.
The Supper Club is thrilled to have her!
See you soon!

Brownstone Austin Supper Club February 25, 2026: Delia McCabe, PhD
2026-02-25 17:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Sawyer & Co, 4827 East Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX, 78702, United States
SHARE | PRINT | EMAILSawyer & Co, 4827 East Cesar Chavez St, Austin, Texas 78702
5:30pm – 9:00pm
Austin, Texas
$55 per person for appetizer, dinner, dessert, cocktail/wine (1)
Please join us for an evening of interesting conversation about the impact of AI on our behaviors, creativity and cognitive functioning with Dr. Delia McCabe, author of Feed Your Brain and The State of the Modern Mind on Substack.
About Delia
Delia McCabe holds a master’s in clinical psychology, a PhD in Neuroscience, and has spent over two decades delving into the intricate relationship between brain development, function, cognition and nutrition. Her most recent work applies her knowledge to behavioural change and the intersection of technology and ourselves. Delia’s offerings draw from embodiment, the neuroscience of creativity and decision-making, and explore how we are impacted by the use of technology.
About the Talk
We live in a world immersed in technology. Artificial intelligence is increasingly being used in a variety of ways – such as to individualize algorithms, create content, ‘educate’ our youth and provide access to more information than we know what to do with. But, does interacting with ‘smart-tech’ impact our sensitive and sophisticated brain in ways we’ve not yet become aware of? Or is it simply another step on the road to human progress? Could the wonder of human creativity and reasoning be under threat? Join us to find out what the three main threats are and why we’re all vulnerable to technology’s marvels.
Venue, Location & Parking
Sawyer & Co., 4827 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702 featuring food catered by DeNada Cantina. The location has a large parking lot plus free street parking on the north side of Red Bluff Road (behind the venue. This venue is temporary for February supper club and starting in March, DeNada Cantina South will be hosting our monthly supper clubs.
Registration
$55 per person. Space is limited so be sure to secure your seat early. For more information contact Cyndi at cyndicollen@gmail.com. Please include “Austin Supper Club” in the subject line.

Brownstone Pittsburgh Supper Club, February 25, 2026: Fr. John Naugle
2026-02-25 18:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | DeBlaze at 131, 131 E main St., Carnegie, PA, 15106, United States
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Wednesday, February 25 6:30 – 9 pm
$50 includes appetizers, dinner and 1 adult beverage
Brownstone Institute is very pleased to announce the inaugural meeting of the Pittsburgh Supper Club. Fr. John Naugle will be the guest speaker and will talk about: “The Cult of COVID: How Hysteria Scrambled Politics”.
How did Republicans become in favor of the radical expansion of government?
How did Democrats become in favor of preventing laborers from going to work?
How did Libertarians become haters of liberty?
Join us as Father Naugle discusses the COVID hysteria as a religious phenomenon that cut across political ideologies, and how the ability to resist this hysteria has formed new coalitions which defy prior political categories.
Father Naugle was early in his opposition to lockdowns, with his first published piece appearing on Rorate Caeli in April 2020.
He has been an author and occasional panelist for the Brownstone Institute since September 2022. His focus has been both the spiritual harms of our COVID response, as well as the material harms which have befallen the working class.
DeBlaze is an acclaimed bar and grill just 5 miles from Pittsburgh, located in the heart of Carnegie, PA, serving tantalizing Italian pasta made with homemade pasta and sauces, succulent steaks, and dishes crafted with locally sourced ingredients. Curated selection of craft beer and top-shelf bourbons for an unforgettable dining experience close to Pittsburgh.
Drivers coming from Pittsburgh International Airport or further east use I-376 (Parkway West) and then connect to local roads toward Carnegie.
Exit 57 on I-79 is generally the closest direct freeway exit.
Free parking lot next to restaurant or street parking; stairs only to upstairs meeting room, no elevator access.

Brownstone Bandera, TX Supper Club, February 27, 2026: Alec Zeck
2026-02-27 18:30 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | Sovereignty Ranch, 165 Wyatt Ranch Rd E, Bandera, TX, 78003, United States
SHARE | PRINT | EMAILAlec Zeck is an American health freedom advocate, educator, and speaker known for his work exploring the intersections of wellness, personal sovereignty, and informed consent. A former U.S. Army captain and West Point graduate, he shifted his focus from military service to public health dialogue, emphasizing individual rights in medical decision-making.
He is the founder of Health Freedom for Humanity (HFFH), an organization that promotes education around bodily autonomy and holistic approaches to health. Zeck also hosts The Way Forward, where he interviews doctors, researchers, and thought leaders on topics ranging from terrain theory and nutrition to medical ethics and decentralized solutions for community well-being.
His work often centers on empowering people to think critically about health information, reconnect with natural approaches to living, and build parallel systems rooted in transparency and personal responsibility.
Please join us for an immersive evening, where we will be together in person and investigate the pathway forward for humanity. We will be hearing from Alex Zeck of The Way Forward enjoying Farm to table food from Mollie Engelhart’s Ranch. If you come early, you can have a 45 minute farm tour with Mollie Engelhart and learn about regenerative agriculture.
Price 80$
Dinner six course farm to table Mexican meal at the barn restaurant.
Optional Farm tour at 5 PM dinner at 6:30
If you have any questions, please contact Mollie Engelhart 818-939-7248 or you can email howdy@sovereigntyranch.com
Sovereignty Ranch in The Barn restaurant
165 Wyatt Ranch Rd., East Bandera Texas

Brownstone Florida Supper Club, February 28, 2026: Rob Younkins and Nicole C. Scott
2026-02-28 16:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Galts Landing Farm, 2900 Tally Ho Trail, St. Cloud, FL, 34771, United States
SHARE | PRINT | EMAILGalts Landing Farm, 2900 Tally Ho Trail, Saint Cloud, FL 34771 (https://www.galtslanding.farm/)
Saturday, February 28, 2026 4-8 pm $45
Brownstone Institute is happy to announce the inaugural St. Cloud, FL Supper Club. Jim and Andrea Gale, of Galts Landing Farm, are hosting the event to kick things off, with members of the board of Directors at Origins Reclaimed serving as additional speakers for the event. Speakers: Rob Younkins, and Nicole C. Scott.
An opening reception will start at about 4 pm, after which snacks will be served, followed by a walking farm tour at the Galt’s Landing Freedom Farm with Jim Gale (In case of inclement weather, consider bringing umbrellas so that the tour can continue). Dinner and talks start after sunset at 6 pm, followed by plenty of time for Q&A.
Galt’s Landing: The Flagship Example
Rather than being the “headquarters” or a private estate, Galt’s Landing serves as the Flagship Living Trust.

Jim Gale’s Role: Jim acts as a steward of this specific trust, demonstrating the lifestyle and the systems (such as the food forests) that the Origins Reclaimed network aims to replicate globally.
Galt’s Landing is an off-grid “freedom farm” and permaculture demonstration site located in St. Cloud, Florida. The property serves as a living laboratory for self-sufficiency and regenerative agriculture. Its primary focus is on replacing traditional lawns with “food forests”—diverse, edible ecosystems that require minimal maintenance and no pesticides. Limited lodging available on site, contact for more details and to make a reservation.

Note: Some lodging on-site is available through Airbnb in shipping container properties. Here is the link to inquire: https://www.airbnb.com/users/show/502678681
Origins Reclaimed is the overarching mission to establish a decentralized network of Conservation/Community Land Trusts (CLTs) across the country. Its purpose is toward a model of stewardship that secures land for the public good, regenerative agriculture, and generational food security.

The Blueprint: The organization provides the legal, financial, and social frameworks (the “instruction manual”) for others to establish their own land trusts and autonomous communities.
Expansion: While the movement is starting in Florida, the goal is a robust, interconnected web of these communities nationwide, all operating under similar principles of sovereignty and ecological restoration.

Brownstone Greater Boston Supper Club, March 3, 2026: Cecelia (Cece) Doucette
2026-03-03 17:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Rocco’s Restaurant and Bar, 193 Main Street, Wilmington, MA, 01887, United States
SHARE | PRINT | EMAILRocco’s Restaurant and Bar, 193 Main Street, Wilmington, MA
Tuesday, February 3rd
5:30pm – 9:00pm
Wilmington, MA
$55
Please join us for an evening of lively conversation, intriguing speakers, and fun! This month we are pleased to welcome technology safety educator and Director of Massachusetts for Safe Technology, Cece Doucette
About Cece Doucette
Cece Doucette, MTPW, Director, Massachusetts for Safe Technology, works with communities, schools, health care practitioners, and legislatures to address wireless radiation and public health. She also co-founded Safer Screentime to offer a quick, affordable on-line training course for all.
Cece was honored to co-chair the technology panel for the NIH Health in Buildings Roundtable Conference and serve as moderator for the Electromagnetic Radiation/Wireless panel at the Children’s Health Defense Conference. She helped New Hampshire pass the nation’s first law to investigate wireless risks, and is chaperoning six bills in Massachusetts. Cece also presented state and local policy at the EMF Medical Conference.
Her work is featured in the films Generation Zapped, Wi-Fi Refugees and 5G: Friend or Foe?
About the Talk
Is Your Wireless Tech Safe? Let’s Learn to Stay Connected and Protected
Cece will walk us through the peer-reviewed scientific literature on wireless radiation and digital addiction, as well as common symptoms of EMR Syndrome. She will make the invisible visible with a live demonstration of the electropollution we are immersed in today then share encouraging inroads in the courts and public policy. Cece will leave us with common sense practical steps we can all take today to greatly reduce our exposures, plus actions to help move the needle to safe technology.
Venue, Location & Parking
Rocco’s, 193 Main Street, Wilmington. Free parking. Overflow parking at Dunkin’ Donuts next door, or across the street @ Sherwin Williams.
Registration
$55 per person. Space is limited so be sure to secure your seat early!
For more information contact Brianne at BrianneKrupsaw@gmail.com Please include “March Supper Club” in the subject line.

Brownstone Midwest Supper Club, March 9, 2026: Dr. Allon Friedman
2026-03-09 18:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Lennie’s, 514 E. Kirkwood Ave, Bloomington, IN, 47408, United States
SHARE | PRINT | EMAILPlease join us for an evening of warm community, lively conversation and great food and drink! This month we are pleased to welcome Dr. Allon Friedman, Professor of Medicine at Indiana University School of Medicine. He’ll give a talk titled “The Broken State of Medicine and What we Must do to Fix it”.
About the talk:
Dr. Friedman will share his views on the unintended consequences of DEI ideology on medical education and practice, the erosion of merit-based standards in physician training, and the loss of physician autonomy to massive corporate healthcare systems. He’ll address the silence among his colleagues regarding COVID lockdowns and mandates and describe the personal cost of speaking up in an environment that discourages it. He’ll suggest ways to reform what is happening now so that we can reclaim a medical system that works.
About Dr. Allon Friedman:
Allon N. Friedman, MD, is board certified in nephrology, internal medicine and nutrition. He is a general nephrologist with an interest and expertise in nutrition including the management of obesity in people with kidney disease.
Dr. Friedman earned his medical degree from McGill University Faculty of Medicine. He also completed an internship, residency and two fellowships at Tufts University Faculty of Medicine-New England Medical Center.
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. Free parking is available after 5PM in the Indiana University Von Lee Parking Lot at the corner of Sixth and Dunn, and in the Indiana University Parking Lot #402 at 4th and Dunn. There is also metered parking (metered until 9PM) available on streets surrounding Kirkwood Avenue. Several parking garages are within walking distance.
Ticket Information
$50 per person includes a tasty buffet dinner and drinks. Space is limited so secure your spot now!
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 “supper club” in the subject line.

Brownstone Utah Supper Club, Friday March 13, 2026: Jared St. Clair & Jan Jekielek of Epoch Times
2026-03-13 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Brio Italian Grille, 6173 S State St., Murray, 84107, United States
SHARE | PRINT | EMAILThe Brownstone Institute Utah Supper Club will meet Friday, March 13, at Brio Italian Grille from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Admission is $58 per person. Our speakers will be Jared St. Clair and Special Guest Jan Jekielek of Epoch Times
Restaurant name and address
Brio Italian Grille
6173 S State St.
Murray, UT
$58 per person for appetizer, dinner, dessert, beverages – includes tax & gratuity
(Cash bar available)
About Jared St. Clair:
Jared St. Clair is an enthusiastic herbalist, natural supplement formulator, and the podcast host of Vitality Radio. His passion for natural solutions to health problems, and belief in the importance of health freedom drives his business, Vitality Nutrition, and his focus on educating and helping others.
About the Talk:
Jared will be discussing the hidden dangers behind everyday pain relievers, sleep aids, and heartburn drugs – medicines that cause thousands of deaths every year when misused or taken long-term. Jared will also discuss natural alternatives for reflux, pain, inflammation, sleep, and immune support. We’ll learn how a drug becomes over-the-counter (OTC) and why the FDA’s approval process might not tell the whole story.
About Jan Jekielek:
Jan Jekielek is senior editor with The Epoch Times, and host of the show “American Thought Leaders.” Determined to tell true stories, Jan started working with The Epoch Times 20 years ago, at a time when popular narratives in the West hid the dark underbelly of communist China. He did some of the earliest reporting on the Chinese regime’s continuing practice of forced organ harvesting from prisoners of conscience. Over the last seven years, he has interviewed almost a thousand thought leaders on camera, including heads of state, multiple U.S. cabinet secretaries and agency heads, and congressional members. Jan specializes in long-form discussions that tackle the grand narratives of our time, and is also an award-winning documentary filmmaker.
Jan will give a preview of his soon-to-be released book, Killed to Order: China’s Organ Harvesting Industry and the True Nature of America’s Biggest Adversary, and will be available to sign copies.
Venue, Location & Parking
Brio Italian Grille, located just off of I-215 in Murray
Free convenient parking
Registration
$58 per person includes bread and beverages; salad or soup; choice of Beef Medallions, Chicken Marsala, or Fettuccine Alfredo; and dessert, including tax and gratuity
For more information contact:
Lori Weintz at lweintz@comcast.net or Matt Warnock matt@rcherbals.com
Please include “supper club” in the subject line

Brownstone ﻿﻿Charlotte, NC Supper Club, March 13: Dr. Michelle Perro
2026-03-13 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Napa on Providence, 110 Perrin Place, Charlotte, NC, 28207, United States
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Napa on Providence, 110 Perrin Pl., Charlotte, NC 28207
$58 per person for salad or soup and dinner entree. Gluten free and Vegetarian options included. Cash bar available.
On Friday, March 13, 2026, the Charlotte Supper Club is pleased to welcome Dr. Michelle Perro, celebrated author, pediatrician, and integrative medicine expert dedicated to children’s health and well-being.
About the Talk
We live in a world where our food systems are increasingly dominated by genetically modified organisms and pesticides. These elements are being integrated into our diets in ways that may affect children’s health profoundly. But how do GM foods and pesticides impact the developing bodies and minds of our youth? Is it contributing to rising health issues, or is it a necessary part of modern agriculture? Could the future of our children’s well-being be at stake? Can nutritious food prevent or heal disease? Join us to explore these questions and more.
Come early for cocktails (cash bar) and meet Brownstone Institute friends, scholars, writers, and benefactors. Celebrate victories and discuss challenges ahead. The venue is lovely; the seasonal menu is delicious, and the discussion brilliant.
About the Speaker
Michelle Perro, MD, DHom is a seasoned clinician with nearly 45 years of experience in pediatrics and integrative medicine, dedicated to treating children and families. A Yale graduate, she trained at Mount Sinai Medical School, Bellevue Hospital and NYU, later serving as Director of a Pediatric Hospital.
For the past 25 years, Dr. Perro has championed integrative approaches to health, focusing on the impact of GM foods and pesticides on children’s well-being.
She has lectured globally, and co-authored the acclaimed book What’s Making Our Children Sick?
Dr. Perro is CEO and co-founder of www.gmoscience.org, promoting food as medicine and regenerative health education. She also hosts the podcast, The New MDs and offers parenting resources through her website. Her upcoming book, Making Our Children Well is set for release in April, 2026.
She will provide insight into the impacts of GM foods and pesticides on children’s health, regenerative health practices, and strategies for making our children well.
Brownstone’s Charlotte Supper Club is thrilled to welcome her.
Venue, Location & Parking
Napa on Providence, 110 Perrin Pl, Charlotte, NC 28207. Private onsite parking lot.
Registration
$58 per person includes meal, tax and gratuity. Space is limited so be sure to secure your seat early. For more information contact Amber Santiago at supperclub@pm.me. Please include “Charlotte Supper Club” in the subject line.

Brownstone Puget Sound Supper Club, March 17, 2026: Bret Weinstein
2026-03-17 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Family Pancake House, 17621 Redmond Way, Redmond, WA, 98052, United States
SHARE | PRINT | EMAILPlease join us for our first Brownstone Supper Club in the Pacific Northwest! It will be an opportunity to build community and lasting relationships while engaging in an interesting conversation about Artificial Intelligence.
Family Pancake House
17621 Redmond Way, Redmond, WA
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
$60 per person for dinner and wine, coffee and/or tea
About the Speaker
Bret Weinstein is an Author, the Host of the DarkHorse podcast, and a former Professor of Evolutionary Biology. He received his PhD from the University of Michigan.
He and his wife, Heather Heying, resigned in 2017 from the Evergreen State College, where Bret had taught for 14 years. This was amid campus riots focusing on Bret and Heather’s opposition to a “day of racial segregation” and other college “equity” proposals.
He has written for the Wall Street Journal and has testified before Congress regarding freedom of expression on college campuses.
He and Heather recently wrote A Hunter-Gatherer’s Guide to the 21st Century.
About the Talk
Bret will open the conversation with the topic “Beyond the Event Horizon: Life and Reason in the Age of Artificial Intelligence.”
Venue, Location & Parking
Family Pancake House
17621 Redmond Way, Redmond, WA
Parking is plentiful and free.
Registration
$60 per person. Space is limited so be sure to secure your seat early.
For more information, please contact Susan at srlund@aol.com.
Please include “Puget Sound Supper Club” in the subject line.

Brownstone Pittsboro, NC Supper Club, March 18: Dr. Sheila Furey
2026-03-18 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Forest Hall at Chatham Mills, 480 Hillsboro Street, Suite 530, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
SHARE | PRINT | EMAILWe are so excited to be hosting the inaugural Pittsboro, NC, Supper Club featuring Dr. Sheila Furey!
Dr. Furey will offer timely insights into medical freedom and the Constitution, reflect on the medical/pharmaceutical history of the gender dysphoria phenomenon and share her experiences from the past 5 years of the medical establishment betraying the Hippocratic Oath.
About Dr. Sheila Furey
Sheila Furey, MD is an adult, child and adolescent psychiatrist in private practice in Richmond, Virginia. In almost 30 years of practice, she has worked in outpatient and inpatient settings, residential treatment centers for children and the juvenile justice system. Dr. Furey has also completed forensic evaluations and testified as an expert witness. In 2020, in the midst of Covid, she began to question the “science” and watched in real time as physician communication platforms were shut down. Inspired by the FLCCC (now the Independent Medical Alliance), she organized support for Dr. Paul Marik in his lawsuit against Sentara Health in Norfolk, Virginia (2021). She has gone on to organize and lead the Virginia Medical Freedom Alliance, a state wide organization seeking to restore and protect the unalienable individual right to medical freedom within the Commonwealth of Virginia. She has authored a chapter in Urban Legends on the evaluation and treatment of those with gender dysphoria.
Venue & Details
Forest Hall at Chatham Mills, 480 Hillsboro Street, Suite 530, Pittsboro, NC
Forest Hall is located in a historic label mill built in the early 1900s, the venue has wooden floors, exposed brick walls and large windows. The 3500 square foot hall is located on 32 acres of woods and meadows in historic downtown Pittsboro, NC, just 20 minutes away from Chapel Hill and 40 minutes from Raleigh or Durham. Catering is provided by 39 West Catering.
Ticket Information
$50 per person includes a lovely buffet style dinner and a single beer or glass of wine.

Brownstone Supper Club, West Hartford, March 25: Jefferey Jaxen
2026-03-25 17:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Brownstone Supper Club at Butterfly Restaurant, 831 Farmington Ave, West Hartford, CT, 06119, United States
SHARE | PRINT | EMAILOn Wednesday, March 25, 2026, the beloved West Hartford Supper Club – the first in the nation – is pleased to welcome Jefferey Jaxen, independent journalist and top researcher and writer for HighWire, the leading media venue for all matters of pharma, medicine, and pharma. He will provide a window into the underreported stories of our time and insight on how to Navigate our rapidly evolving media and political space.
Butterfly is the venue (the real Chinese stuff) with friends of Brownstone Institute. Come early for cocktails and meet Brownstone Institute friends, scholars, writers, and benefactors, and celebrate victories and discuss challenges ahead. The food is wonderful and the discussion brilliant. Casual and fun, even if some people come in fancier clothing.
Jefferey Jaxen is a health journalist and featured in his weekly segment, ’The Jaxen Report’, on The HighWire. As an investigative journalist, researcher, and writer, Jefferey serves as Lead editor of The HighWire News and Opinion Team. Jefferey is constantly working behind the scenes to spotlight the untold, censored and under-reported stories of our time. Covering Big Pharma corruption, the censorship complex created by social media giants and the underreported issues of drug and vaccine safety since 2014.
He will provide insight into the underreported stories of our time, and an inside look into what makes HighWire so deeply influential.
Brownstone’s West Hartford Supper Club is thrilled to welcome him.

Brownstone Austin Supper Club March 25, 2026: Joseph Varon, M.D.
2026-03-25 17:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Sawyer & Co, 4827 East Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX, 78702, United States
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5:30pm – 9:00pm
Austin, Texas
$55 per person for appetizer, dinner, dessert, coffee/tea
Please join us for an inspiring evening of optimistic conversation around healthcare going back to its roots of restoring health rather than managing disease. We are excited to have Dr. Joseph Varon, President and Chief Medical Officer of Independent Medical Alliance (formerly FLCCC) lead us through his vision and action that is happening right now to build a parallel health care system.
About Dr. Joseph Varon
Dr. Varon is a professor at the University of Houston College of Medicine, president of Dorrington Medical Associates and the leads the Independent Medical Alliance (IMA). With previous leadership roles on hospital boards, medical centers and the recipient of prestigious awards, Dr. Varon is considered among one of the top physicians in the United States. He is known for his groundbreaking contributions to Critical Care Medicine in the fields of cardiopulmonary resuscitation and therapeutic hypothermia and is a well-known expert in the area of hypertensive crises management. Dr. Varon is taking time out of his busy schedule to support the Brownstone Institute’s growing community in Austin.
About the Talk
Dr. Varon is passionate about ‘health care going back to its roots’. He has seen patients go from empowerment to victimhood – trapped in endless cycles of testing, pharmaceuticals and referrals. He will discuss what is needed to move us from managing disease to restoring health: a trust-based parallel health care system focused on outcomes, not profit. Dr. Varon will share how IMA is supporting doctors who refuse to practice assembling-line medicine, building a Trusted Referral Network, and the long-term vision of patients having true sovereignty in health care.
Venue, Location & Parking
Sawyer & Co., 4827 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702 featuring food catered by DeNada Cantina. The location has parking lots in front, on sides and adjacent to the restaurant plus free street parking on the north side of Red Bluff Road (behind the venue.
Registration
$55 per person. Space is limited so be sure to secure your seat early. For more information contact Cyndi at cyndicollen@gmail.com. Please include “Austin Supper Club” in the subject line.

Brownstone Pittsburgh Supper Club, March 25, 2026: Dr. Clifford Bob
2026-03-25 18:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | DeBlaze at 131, 131 E main St., Carnegie, PA, 15106, United States
SHARE | PRINT | EMAILJoin us for an enlightening evening as Dr. Clifford Bob presents “The Fear Industrial Complex”.
The U.S. is the world’s most secure country based on its geostrategic, economic, and military advantages. Yet for decades influential voices have claimed that we face existential threats—terrorism, cyberattack, Iran, Russia, China, covid, climate change, immigration to name only a few of the national security “crises” ostensibly menacing us. Why has America come to fear so much when we are in fact so safe? Clifford Bob argues that the source of our anxiety is pervasive fearmongering by a loose-knit network of powerful public and private actors—the “fear industrial complex.” Its governmental, military, and journalistic members—cutting across partisan and ideological lines—mount sustained scare campaigns against the American public. Whatever the fear du jour, scare campaigns include four recurrent strategies: inflation of threats; deflation of American strengths; promotion of questionable panaceas; and enforcement of fear-ridden conformity. Scare campaigns empower and enrich the panic industrial complex. But they take an enormous toll on American lives, liberties, and pocketbooks. They make us less secure and less free.
In his talk, Bob will outline the argument and propose ways to counter the power and tactics of the fear industrial complex. His talk is part of an ongoing book project. Your comments and suggestions are welcome.
Clifford Bob is Professor Emeritus of Political Science at Duquesne University. He is the author of The Marketing of Rebellion (2005), winner of the International Studies Association Book of the Year award; The Global Right Wing (2012), which co-won the 2020 International Studies Book of the Decade award; and Rights as Weapons (2019). In addition to academic articles and chapters, Bob writes regularly for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette and other outlets. Bob holds a Ph. D. from MIT, a J.D. from NYU Law School, and a B.A. from Harvard University.
DeBlaze is an acclaimed bar and grill just 5 miles from Pittsburgh, located in the heart of Carnegie, PA, serving tantalizing Italian pasta made with homemade pasta and sauces, succulent steaks, and dishes crafted with locally sourced ingredients. Curated selection of craft beer and top-shelf bourbons for an unforgettable dining experience close to Pittsburgh.
Drivers coming from Pittsburgh International Airport or further east use I-376 (Parkway West) and then connect to local roads toward Carnegie.
Exit 57 on I-79 is generally the closest direct freeway exit.
Free parking lot next to restaurant or street parking; stairs only to upstairs meeting room, no elevator access.
DeBlaze at 131 | 131 E Main St., Carnegie, PA 15106
Wednesday, March 25 6:30 – 9 pm
$50 includes appetizers and dinner

Brownstone Chicago Supper Club, March 26, 2026: Dr. Patricia Robitaille and Dr. Coleen Rickabaugh
2026-03-26 17:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Base Community Cafe, 1200 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL, 60609, United States
SHARE | PRINT | EMAILWe’re excited to invite you to the next Brownstone Chicago Supper Club on March 26, 2026 at 5:30 PM at Base Community Café. Our featured speakers will be Dr. Patricia Robitaille and Dr. Coleen Rickabaugh.
Join us for an evening of great food, drink, lively discourse and community. $65 per person includes a tasty Italian themed dinner and drinks.
About the talk
Dr. Patricia Robitaille and Dr. Coleen Rickabaugh will discuss critical reforms to the Health Care Quality Improvement Act (HCQIA) of 1986, a law originally intended to address medical malpractice and improve patient care. However, HCQIA is now often weaponized through sham peer reviews which silence ethical physicians who challenge profit-driven practices or administrative overreach. They have recently appeared on podcasts, including DemystifySci and a Substack interview by Jefferey Jaxen. At this Brownstone event, they will outline the original intent of HCQIA, how the misapplication of this federal law controls physicians and negatively affects patient care, in addition to proposed legislative amendments aimed at removing hospital immunity, restoring due process, protecting whistleblowers, and prioritizing patient safety over institutional control. Their insights, formed by decades of frontline experience in emergency medicine, emphasize the urgent need to rewrite this flawed legislation and to rebuild trust and integrity in the medical system.
About the Speakers
Dr. Patricia Robitaille is an emergency physician with 35 years of experience in hospital-based emergency medicine and 20 years of involvement in physician peer review and credentialing. As chairman, she unified three credentialing committees from four hospitals, to form a centralized, systemwide Medical Staff Credentialing Committee which was responsible for the evaluation of thousands of physicians. She has extensive experience as an emergency department chairman and head of human resources for her practice group. She has dedicated her clinical career to putting patients first. Having personally witnessed ethically concerning issues in healthcare arising from the corporatization of medicine, particularly the misapplication of the federal Health Care Quality Improvement Act of 1986, she is dedicated to reforming of this law. She has sought to educate the public, physicians, and other healthcare professionals about these issues through her Substack and is collaborating on legislative efforts to reform HCQIA.
Dr. Coleen Rickabaugh has 30 years of experience practicing emergency medicine. She served as the recruiter for their department and has been the volunteer medical director for emergency medical services, directing pre-hospital care in the county. While her allopathic training had prepared her to treat true emergencies, she quickly realized that many patients who presented to the emergency department were in desperate need of primary care. Having a holistic slant and a “whole person” philosophy of medicine, she incorporated that into her practice model, frequently educating patients about the dangers of over-reliance on pharmaceutical agents and coaching them on issues of immune health, food as medicine, and the importance of physical activity. She became increasingly disillusioned by the administrative usurpation of medicine, the abandonment of ethics, the substitution of protocol medicine for critical thinking, and the lack of accessibility to proper care for many patients. These concerns peaked during the Covid pandemic. She became a Covid dissident and formed an underground alliance with one like-minded family practitioner in the community to treat patients early with immune support and assist them in navigating inpatient care with medical autonomy and informed consent. Having experienced moral injury, she left clinical medicine to embark on healthcare advocacy issues, partnering with Dr. Patricia Robitaille on a mission to reform the Health Care Quality Improvement Act that is failing as a patient safety mechanism and eroding the physician-patient relationship which is so vital for the optimization of patient health.
Ticket Information
$65 per person includes a tasty Italian themed dinner and drinks. Capacity is limited to 40 peoples so secure your spot now.
Base Community Cafe, 1200 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL
Base Community Café is nestled inside the Bridgeport Art Center – one of the city’s most vibrant cultural and event venues. Chef Owner Paul Zavala creates bespoke seasonal cuisine with a chef’s eye and an artist’s heart. All is served in a comfortable café with fantastic coffee!
No Media Allowed.
Location and Parking

1200 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60609
Enter on North Side off of Racine / 34th Place
Parking is available on the north side of the building.

For more information contact Jackie Sloan at Jackie@JackieSloanInc.com. Please include “Supper Club” in the subject line.

Brownstone Bandera, TX Supper Club, March 29, 2026: Nate Sheets
2026-03-29 17:30 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Sovereignty Ranch, 165 Wyatt Ranch Rd E, Bandera, TX, 78003, United States
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Sovereignty Ranch in The Barn restaurant
165 Wyatt Ranch Rd., East Bandera, Texas
Comes with dessert and two beverages
Optional Farm tour at 5:30 pm; Dinner starts at 7:00 pm
$80 per person
About the Speaker
Nate Sheets is a fifth-generation Texan, U.S. Navy veteran, entrepreneur, and Republican candidate for Texas Agriculture Commissioner in the 2026 election. Born and raised in the Texas Hill Country, Sheets served six years in the United States Naval Reserve before earning a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing from Texas State University.
Sheets is the founder of Nature Nate’s Honey, a nationally recognized raw honey brand he built from a single backyard beehive into one of America’s most successful honey companies. After selling the business in 2021 and serving as its CEO through 2024, he transitioned from private-sector leadership to public service with a campaign focused on supporting Texas farmers, ranchers, and rural economies.
As a political newcomer, Sheets has positioned himself as a conservative alternative in the Republican primary, emphasizing food purity, agricultural innovation, regulatory reform, and stronger market access for producers. His campaign has drawn notable endorsements, including from Texas Governor Greg Abbott, who praised Sheets as a leader with integrity and dedication to Texas agriculture.
Sheets lives in North Texas with his wife, Patty, and their four children and daughter-in-law. In addition to his business accomplishments, he owns and operates a ranch, reflecting his commitment to land stewardship and the agricultural heritage of the state.
Driven by faith, family, and real-world experience, Sheets is campaigning to bring new leadership to the Texas Department of Agriculture, advocating for policies that support farmers and ranchers, strengthen rural communities, and ensure Texans have access to safe, healthful food.

Brownstone Greater Boston Supper Club, April 7, 2026: Drs. Mary Kelly Sutton & Mark Brody, Attorney Ilya Feoktistov
2026-04-07 17:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Rocco’s Restaurant and Bar, 193 Main Street, Wilmington, MA, 01887, United States
SHARE | PRINT | EMAILRocco’s Restaurant and Bar, 193 Main Street, Wilmington, MA
Tuesday, April 7th
5:30pm – 9:00pm
Wilmington, MA
$55
Please join us for an evening of lively conversation, intriguing speakers, and fun. We are pleased to welcome Drs. Mary Kelly Sutton & Mark Brody, and Attorney Ilya Feoktistov.
About the Speakers
Dr. Mary Kelly Sutton received her medical degree in 1971, as well as boards in Internal Medicine, and additional training in Pediatrics. She is a founding member of the American Holistic Medical Association and trained in Anthroposophic Medicine. Practicing in California during SB277, she wrote medical exemptions for school vaccines: Her license was subsequently revoked despite no patient complaints and no patient injury. Dr. Sutton is currently part of a federal lawsuit to seek a stop to physician censorship and restitution of licensure. She currently provides health education: https://www.drsutton.org
Dr. Mark Brody, C.C.H, trained as an M.D. at Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons (1986). He gave up his medical license voluntarily in 2021 under pressure from the Rhode Island Dept. of Health due to his supporting informed consent for his patients around the Covid-19 vaccine. Dr. Brody has a longstanding interest in systemic healthcare reform. He continues to practice in Rhode Island as an Integrative Healthcare Practitioner under the Health Freedom Act: https://www.dynamispreventivemedicine.com
Attorney Ilya Feoktistov represents Drs. Sutton, Brody, and two other physicians. He practices in Massachusetts, where has devoted the past five years to representing local victims of civil rights violations during the response to the COVID-19 pandemic. He has successfully defended COVID-19 lockdown and vaccine protesters from serious criminal charges brought by politicized Massachusetts prosecutors. Attorney Feoktistov graduated from the Boston University School of Law and has an undergraduate degree in molecular biology and biochemistry from Dartmouth College. He is a contributing author for The Federalist.
About the Talk
The Physician’s First Amendment Right to Provide a Second Opinion
A federal First Amendment lawsuit, Sutton v. Federation of State Medical Boards, was filed in the Northern District of Texas by four physicians against six state medical boards and a powerful national organization that is silencing scientific dissent among the nation’s doctors from Texas to Massachusetts. Mary, Mark and Ilya will discuss state medical board efforts to punish physicians for stating opinions on medical and health-related topics that deviate from the established medical consensus.
Venue, Location & Parking
Rocco’s, 193 Main Street, Wilmington. Free parking. Overflow parking at Dunkin’ Donuts next door, or across the street @ Sherwin Williams.
Registration
$55 per person. Space is limited so be sure to secure your seat early!
For more information contact Brianne at BrianneKrupsaw@gmail.com Please include “April Supper Club” in the subject line.

Brownstone Chattanooga Supper Club, April 7, 2026: Debbie Mize
2026-04-07 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | State of Confusion, 301 E Main St, Chattanooga, TN, 37408, United States
SHARE | PRINT | EMAILChattanooga Supper Club, April 7, 2026; 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
$55 includes dinner and one adult beverage.
Brownstone Institute is so happy to announce that Chattanooga, Tennessee will be the site of our newest Supper Club.
The guest speaker for our inaugural supper club will be Debbie Mize. Her talk will be: “The Sickest Generation: How We Lost Our Health—and How to Take It Back”.
Debbie Mize is a leader and advocate dedicated to helping individuals and families make informed health choices through education, collaboration, and community engagement. She is the Co-Founder of Kansans for Health Freedom and serves as State Coordinator for Stand for Health Freedom and Children’s Health Defense–Kansas. She previously served as Chapter Leader of the Kansas City Area Weston A. Price Foundation and currently serves as Co-Leader of the Chattanooga Area Weston A. Price Chapter.
Beyond advocacy, and prior to moving to Tennessee, Debbie and her husband partnered with their daughter’s family to manage operations at their medicinal herb and elderberry farm. The farm’s focus was to provide farm tours, education and community outreach on nutrition, herbal wellness, and sustainable farming practices.
With a background in wellness, nutrition, and sustainable farming, Debbie works alongside legislators, grassroots organizations, and community leaders to advance health freedom and promote transparency in public health. As Manager of State Councils for MAHA Institute, she establishes and supports MAHA Councils in all 50 states to strengthen collaboration between grassroots communities and federal health leadership. State Councils are the nexus between the grassroots and HHS to move the needle towards better health outcomes for all.
The Chattanooga Supper Club will be hosted at State of Confusion Restaurant, which is known for its wood-fired dishes, ceviche and beer. Some free parking is available for State of Confusion patrons in a nearby parking lot (You’ll see a parking attendant at the lot entrance and State of Confusion signage).
State of Confusion (Pumphouse), 301 E Main St., Chattanooga, TN 37408 (423) 760-3473

Brownstone Utah Supper Club, Thursday April 9, 2026: Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring
2026-04-09 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Harvest Restaurant at Thanksgiving Point, 3003 N Thanksgiving Way, Lehi, UT, 84048, United States
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April 9, 2026: Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring
Thursday April 9 @ 6:00 – 9:00pm $59
Restaurant name and address
6:00 – 9:00 pm
Harvest Restaurant at Thanksgiving Point, 3003 N Thanksgiving Way, Lehi, UT 84048
$59 per person includes appetizer, dinner, dessert, and beverages
About Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring
Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring, a board-certified psychiatrist, completed his psychiatry residency at Baylor College of Medicine and a fellowship in psychiatric drug development at Janssen Research & Development. He also worked as a Medical Officer at the FDA’s Division of Psychiatry Products. Dr. Witt-Doerring brings his broad experience in clinical, pharmaceutical, and regulatory settings to his private practice, TaperClinic, where he is the CEO and Medical Director. His mission is to provide safe, evidence-informed care for those seeking to reduce or discontinue psychiatric medications.
About the Talk
Dr. Witt-Doerring will unveil the dark side of Big Pharma’s multi-billion dollar industry of medications prescribed for mental illnesses. He’ll discuss the low evidence for SSRI effectiveness, and his clinical observation that SSRIs cause more harm than good, and often backfire long-term. Dr. Witt-Doerring will explain the risks and benefits of antidepressants and benzodiazepines (anti-anxiety) medications, and discuss clinical and holistic solutions for those looking to safely taper off of psychiatric meds.
Venue, Location & Parking
Harvest Restaurant at Thanksgiving Point
3003 N Thanksgiving Way
Lehi, UT 84048
Located at Water Tower Plaza
Free, convenient parking
Registration
$59 per person includes appetizers and beverages; salad; choice of Potato Crusted Chicken, Pan-seared Salmon, or Niman Ranch Pork Chop; and dessert; including tax and gratuity
For more information contact:
Lori Weintz at lweintz@comcast.net or Matt Warnock matt@rcherbals.com
Please include “Utah Supper Club” in the subject line

Brownstone Midwest Supper Club, April 13, 2026: Dave Rollo
2026-04-13 18:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Lennie’s, 514 E. Kirkwood Ave, Bloomington, IN, 47408, United States
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6:30pm – 9:30pm | $55 per person includes a buffet dinner, wine, beer and soft drinks.
Please join us for an evening of warm community, lively conversation and great food & drink. This month we are pleased to welcome Dave Rollo, Bloomington City Council Member. He’ll give a talk titled “A Civic Response to the Existential Threat of AI”.
About the Talk
Dave believes civil society must play a central role in urging elected representatives to safeguard humanity. Concerned about the risks posed by AI, he introduced a City Council resolution calling for a moratorium on artificial general intelligence. He will discuss the status of that resolution and why he believes citizens and local governments must act on the potential threats of AI now.
About Dave Rollo
Dave Rollo has served over two decades on the Bloomington City Council, and has served on numerous city boards and commissions. His background is in biology, and he has held research positions in molecular and microbiology. He is currently a policy advisor for a Washington, DC non-profit working for sustainable economics.
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. Free parking is available after 5PM in the Indiana University Von Lee Parking Lot at the corner of Sixth and Dunn, and in the Indiana University Parking Lot #402 at 4th and Dunn. There is also metered parking (metered until 9PM) available on streets surrounding Kirkwood Avenue. Several parking garages are within walking distance.
Ticket Information
$55 per person includes a tasty buffet dinner and drinks. Space is limited so secure your spot now!
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 “supper club” in the subject line.

Brownstone Manhattan Supper Club, April 14, 2026: John Gilmore
2026-04-14 17:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Carmine’s, 2450 Broadway, New York, NY, 10024, United States
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Tuesday, April 14, 2026 | 5:30 – 9 pm
Carmine’s
2450 Broadway, between 90th and 91st Streets in Manhattan
$80 includes dinner. Drinks available for purchase at the bar.
We will meet at the bar from 5:30 – 6 pm, and then go into the Bellini Room at 6 p.m. for the dinner.
Speaker: John Gilmore
About the Speaker:
John Gilmore is an advocate who has worked for 25 years on public policy issues concerning autism, developmental disabilities, and vaccine rights and safety. Since 2005 he has served as Executive Director of the Autism Action Network, a national, not-profit, grassroots advocacy organization that influences legislation and policy on a wide range of issues affecting the autism community. Gilmore began this work following a vaccine injury of his infant son that caused extensive neurological damage later diagnosed as autism. He has collaborated with a wide range of organizations including Children’s Health Defense, and in 2023 co-founded American Values 2024, a federal Super PAC that worked to elect Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as President of the United States. He was recently appointed to the US Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee. Mr. Gilmore has a Master’s Degree in Public Policy from the Graduate School of Public Policy at UC Berkeley. He lives in Long Beach, NY with his wife, Jennifer, and his adult son Luke who is diagnosed with autism.
Program description
John will discuss the lack of meaningful development in our knowledge of autism over the past 25 years, and the loss of a generation of American children as a result. Significant recent changes in the federal health agencies, however, hold the promise of new, and, hopefully, productive change. Twenty-five years ago we did not know (officially) the cause or causes of autism. There were no treatments, no prevention and no cures, and the brand-new Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring Network (ADDM) estimated the autism prevalence rate was 1 in 150 among 8-year-olds.
Today, after the expenditure of several billion research dollars, we do not know (officially) the cause or causes of autism, there are still no treatments, no prevention, and no cures, and the ADDM now estimates the autism prevalence rate is 1 in 31 among 8-year-olds (but they are not sure if the rate has really gone up). Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. recently marked a new direction in federal autism policy by replacing every member of the Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee. Gilmore is one of the new appointed members of the committee, The question is after 25 years of failure, where are we going to go to answer the many unanswered questions about the leading disabling disorder among American children.
Please make plans to join us. Please contact us at services@brownstone.org if you have questions.

Brownstone Puget Sound Supper Club, April 21, 2026: Corey DeAngelis
2026-04-21 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Family Pancake House, 17621 Redmond Way, Redmond, WA, 98052, United States
SHARE | PRINT | EMAILPlease join us for our second Brownstone Supper Club in the Pacific Northwest! It will be an opportunity to build community and lasting relationships while engaging in an interesting conversation about parental rights and how to protect our children from the radicals in the educational system.
Family Pancake House
17621 Redmond Way, Redmond, WA
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
We meet in the private room. You’re welcome to come early to mingle.
$60 per person for dinner and wine, coffee and/or tea
About the Speaker
Corey DeAngelis is a research fellow at The Heritage Foundation, a senior fellow at Americans for Fair Treatment, and a visiting fellow at the American Institute for Economic Research.
He has been labeled the “school choice evangelist” and called “the most effective school choice advocate since Milton Friedman.” He is a regular on Fox News and frequently appears in The Wall Street Journal.

DeAngelis is also the president of the Educational Freedom Institute, a senior fellow at Reason Foundation, an adjunct scholar at Cato Institute, a board member at Liberty Justice Center, a senior advisor at Accuracy in Media, and a senior fellow at American Culture Project.
He holds a Ph.D. in education policy from the University of Arkansas. He is the national bestselling author of The Parent Revolution: Rescuing Your Kids from the Radicals Running Our Schools (Center Street, 2024).
About the Talk
Corey will begin our conversation about “The Parent Revolution: Rescuing Your Kids from the Radicals Running Our Schools.” We hope you can join us!
Venue, Location & Parking
Family Pancake House
17621 Redmond Way, Redmond, WA
Parking is plentiful and free.
Registration
$60 per person. Space is limited so be sure to secure your seat early.
For more information, please contact Susan at srlund@aol.com.
Please include “Puget Sound Supper Club” in the subject line.
