What we’re about
This is a group for people in their 20s & early 30s looking to bond with cool new friends over quirky, fun activities. We're less about the happy hours and meeting over drinks (though they're bound to happen informally) and more about the strange, fun things you've always wanted to try doing (giant games of street tag, anyone?).
Activities can range from the casual (hikes, game nights, karaoke nights, etc.) to the more offbeat (puzzle hunts, obstacle courses, murder mysteries, real life games, etc.). If this sounds right up your alley, come join us for some random fun!
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FAQ (If you have other questions, contact the organizers)
• How often are there events?
There are events whenever an organizer has an event to host. So it varies and depends on our organizers' schedules. Most of our events are "offbeat" in nature, so they also tend to take more planning (and therefore might not occur that often). Generally, we try to have on average at least one event each week. Most events fall on the weekends and sometimes on weeknights.
You can see a list of all of our upcoming events on our calendar:
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We update the list rather sporadically, so we encourage members to check our calendar weekly for fun things to do! We also try to announce events 1-2 weeks in advance, so also look out for email notifications about those.
If you'd like to see more events, consider hosting some! Contact Michelle and/or Peter about hosting events. We're happy to help you get started!
• How much do events cost?
We strive to create an environment where fun is as accessible as possible, so most events tend to be free or very affordable! On occasions for really big complex events, we tend to charge more. Whatever we make goes back to investing in the group and paying Meetup fees to keep the group running. The organizers don't make any money off the group.
For events that cost money to organize, we will ask all attendees to pay in advance to confirm their spot and help us plan. We will always try our best to keep costs reasonable.
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Have ideas for events? Want to host events and make fun happen?
Consider becoming an organizer! (Or if you want to just create one-off events, click on the "Suggest a New Meetup" button.) New ideas are always encouraged! As long as it's fun, we'll do it.
If you're interested in becoming an organizer, contact Michelle and/or Peter about hosting events. We're happy to help you get started!
Let's build a community of people who take action and make interesting things happen!
Location:
Most activities will center around the Peninsula and South Bay to bring more fun to the area. Occasionally, we may expand our reach as fit.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Scavenge at the Santa Clara Annual Cleanup CampaignSomewhere in Santa Clara, Santa Clara, CA
The City of Santa Clara does a thing where residents can put stuff which is not normally accepted by garbage/recycling on the street and the City takes it away. But you can also take stuff out of the piles! You can find amazing stuff and help reduce waste!
https://www.santaclaraca.gov/recreation-community/events/annual-clean-up-campaign
If it sounds like fun to you, it will be. If you are wondering why anybody would want to do this, it is probably not for you :)
We will scavenge on the streets outside my house so we have a home base to rest, clean, cool off, organize. I set the event to be three hours but you can stay as long as you want.
It might be hot today. There will be little shade so you should bring sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, and water. Wear closed-toe shoes comfortable for walking. I will provide gloves.
You should bring bags to carry the things you find. If you have a wagon or rolling cart, please bring it for us to use!!
FAQ
- What can you find? Literally anything
- Isn't it mostly garbage? Yes, that's what makes it fun
- Is it dangerous? No
- Is it dirty? Yes
- It is legal? Yes
- Film discussion club #17: "Stalker" (1979) (Soviet sci-fi/thriller/art movie)Somewhere in Santa Clara, Santa Clara, CA
About the event
Inspired by the Lessons From The Screenplay and Beyond The Screenplay, I have selected a combination of new & old movies which I want to watch and are regarded as being good.
We will watch the movie then discuss it. What will we discuss? I have no idea. I think I am bad at literary analysis so I will research questions, topics, themes, etc before the event.
No potluck, but you may bring food & non-alcoholic beverages if you want.
About the movie
IMDB:
"A guide leads two men through an area known as the Zone to find a room that grants wishes."
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0079944/Rotten Tomatoes:
"Stalker is a complex, oblique parable that draws unforgettable images and philosophical musings from its sci-fi/thriller setting."
https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/1043378-stalkerWikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stalker_(1979_film)
Length: 2 hours 43 minutes
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