About this Event
Welcome to Curiosity Brews!
Join us for an engaging evening where makers, trailblazers, practitioners, and obsessive deep‑dive thinkers share their most captivating stories at your local bar in Houston!
Hosted by Curiosity Brews.
🗓️ Date: March 10, 2026
🕡 Talk begins promptly at 7:00 PM (Doors open at 6 PM)
📍 Location: The exact location of the event will be announced at least 1 week prior to the event.
📚 Talk: "Weathering the I.C.E. Storm: Practical Rights and De-Escalation Tactics"
🎤 Speakers: Don Thomas and Cameron Ellis, Attorneys at Law of Houston law firm Ellis & Thomas
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Do you know what to do in an I.C.E. (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) encounter?
This talk is for everyone—not just immigrants. Whether you're a citizen, community organizer, business owner, educator, or simply someone who wants to understand your constitutional protections, this talk offers practical knowledge for anyone who may encounter I.C.E. or other law enforcement.
What You'll Learn:
- Your constitutional rights during I.C.E. encounters: at home, at work, and in public spaces
- The critical difference between different types of law enforcement interactions (consensual encounters, detention, and arrest)
- Practical de-escalation techniques that protect your rights without inflaming the situation
- What to say, what not to say, and when silence is your strongest tool
- How to document encounters and what steps to take afterward
- Rights of immigrants vs. citizens, and how they differ in enforcement scenarios
- Real-world scenarios and how to navigate them legally and safely
This isn't about legal theory; it's about real tactics for real situations. Whether you're concerned for yourself, your family, your employees, or your community, this talk will equip you with actionable knowledge to assert your rights with confidence and clarity.
ABOUT THE SPEAKERS
Don Thomas and Cameron Ellis have spent years defending clients' rights in the courtroom as trial attorneys with the Houston law firm Ellis & Thomas. Don's training in philosophy and law, combined with Cameron's background in neuroscience and law, gives them a unique perspective on constitutional protections and human behavior under pressure. Together, they're dedicated to helping people understand and exercise their constitutional rights when it matters most.
Grab a drink, meet curious minds, and explore interesting ideas at Curiosity Brews!
AGENDA
6:00 PM – Doors open: find a seat (open seating), order food & drinks (not included in ticket), and expect a bar line—arriving early is key
7:00 PM – Host introduction/Talk begins
7:45 PM – Audience Q&A
8:00 PM – Have 1:1 time with the speaker, mingle with fellow guests, and order another round
8:30 PM – Wrap up
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Houston, United States
USD 39.91
