It sounds like the opening line of a joke. But it’s actually a unique opportunity for Austin-area adults to engage with the local scientific community at bars and restaurants in their own neighborhoods.

Thinkery is pleased to bring Two Scientists Walk Into a Bar® to ten locations throughout Austin on Thursday, July 18. During Two Scientists Walk Into a Bar Thinkery sends pairs of scientists out to different bars and restaurants, where the public is invited to ask them questions in an informal, relaxed setting. Pull up a barstool, have a couple of drinks and pick the brains of some friendly local scientists!

Those scientists will be easy to spot, as they’ll be sitting near a sign that reads “We are scientists. Ask us anything!” The questions are as diverse as the scientists themselves and can range from string theory to meteorites.

Participating locations include:

Easy Tiger – The Linc (6406 N Interstate 35 Frontage Rd Suite 1100, Austin, TX 78752

Culinary Dropout (11721 Rock Rose Ave #100, Austin, TX 78758)

Crown & Anchor Pub (2911 San Jacinto Blvd, Austin, TX 78705)

Gourmands (2316 Webberville Rd, Austin, TX 78702)

Lala’s Little Nugget (2207 Justin Ln, Austin, TX 78757)

The Little Darlin’ (6507 Circle S Rd, Austin, TX 78745)

Radio Coffee & Beer (4204 Manchaca Rd, Austin, TX 78704)

Moontower Saloon (10212 Manchaca Rd, Austin, TX 78748)

Black Star Co-op (7020 Easy Wind Dr, Austin, TX 78752)

Drinks Lounge (2001 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702)

Hours vary by location.