As we look forward to cooler weather and the joy of a holiday season with family and friends, how do we also prepare for a contentious election in November that is sure to create challenging conversations? Join The Avenue for a panel discussion with leaders who have worked for many years across cultural and social divides. The discussion will include useful strategies on how to keep a conversation from turning into an argument, especially when someone you love “sees things differently,” tips on how to appreciate a different point of view and the characteristics of a civil conversation. Regardless of the types of interactions we have in our daily lives, we all face challenging situations. We hope this presentation will provide some helpful tools to engage in a constructive way.