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The term "third place", coined by sociologist Ray Oldenburg, refers to spaces other than home (first place), and traditional work spaces (second place), in which people congregate. Examples include: "churches, cafes, clubs, public libraries, parks, gyms, bookstores, stoops and parks." (Wikipedia)
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