Speed Friending at Fabrik Co-hosted by The Last Chapter Bookshop and Lauren Fondriest December 10 | Fabrik, Chicago Making new friends as an adult shouldn’t feel like a high-stakes first date. Join us for a low-pressure evening of real connection, designed so you can show up as you are and leave with a few new people in your corner. How it works: We’ll start in small groups to warm up and find your footing, then move into one-on-one conversations to go a little deeper. There’s plenty of time to settle in and feel comfortable at every stage. Conversation prompts will be provided, so there are no awkward silences, just good conversation. Come solo, come curious, and bring a love of good stories. Bookish or not, all are welcome. Your co-host: Lauren Fondriest Lauren is a dating coach and team facilitator who designs experiences that help people build trust, feel at ease, and connect in meaningful ways. She holds a degree in Human and Organizational Development from Vanderbilt and brings her passion for human connection to every room she hosts. As a Chicago event host, she’s thrilled to bring this evening to the Chicago community with The Last Chapter Bookshop.