Beach Cities Gateway - Young Adult Social Group

Saturday August 9, 2025
Join us for a relaxing morning walk by the ocean, then explore the shops and cafés at Riviera Village. A great way to connect and unwind!

Bring: Comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, water, $ if you want to purchase items/food.

Meeting Place: In front of Sacks OTB (On the Beach)

Please contact Katherine on MeetUp if you have any trouble finding the meeting location!

Agenda

• 10:00 - 10:15: Introductions, Agreements and Expectations
• 10:15 - 11:00: Walk on Esplanade
• 11:00 - 11:25: Walk Riviera Village
• 11:25-11:30: Check out

Cost/Donations:

• There is no cost for attending the group, however participants will need to pay for any admissions costs such as admission to a museum, food, parking etc. Please check the event description for any associated costs.
• We do accept donations which are put back into the group for the benefit of everyone who attends.

Agreements and Expectations:

• The group is for young adults, ages 18-29.
• To encourage safety and responsibility, we ask that group participants are sober when attending.
• Participants are encouraged to continue connections outside of the group if you choose to do so.
• Please do your best to come on time and be prepared for the activity.
• We learn from each other through relationship building.
• We will be respectful of all identities, backgrounds, and experiences.
• What is shared in the group stays in the group, unless explicit permission is given to share outside.
• We engage with an open mind, and we respect each person’s opinion and perspective, even if it differs from our own.
• If we want to discuss a topic that is sensitive (religion, politics) we will ask for the other person's consent and accept their choice.

Saturday August 16, 2025 @ 11am
As a team choose between two options: The Haunted Manor 11am OR Pirates of Tortuga 11:15am.
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Team up to solve puzzles and beat the clock at PanIQ Escape Room in Long Beach. Fun, teamwork, and excitement guaranteed!
Bring: Comfortable walking shoes
Meeting Place: 327 Pine Ave, Long Beach, CA 90802
Parking: Parking structures offered near the escape room. There is also metered parking available. Give yourself extra time beforehand to arrive on time.
Agenda

• 11:00 - 11:15: Decide on a escape room
• 11:15 - 12:15p: Escape Room
• 12:15 - 12:30: Check out

Cost/Donations:

• There is no cost for attending the group, however participants will need to pay for any admissions costs such as admission to a museum, food, parking etc. Please check the event description for any associated costs.
• We do accept donations which are put back into the group for the benefit of everyone who attends.

Agreements and Expectations:

• The group is for young adults, ages 18-29.
• To encourage safety and responsibility, we ask that group participants are sober when attending.
• Participants are encouraged to continue connections outside of the group if you choose to do so.
• Please do your best to come on time and be prepared for the activity.
• We learn from each other through relationship building.
• We will be respectful of all identities, backgrounds, and experiences.
• What is shared in the group stays in the group, unless explicit permission is given to share outside.
• We engage with an open mind, and we respect each person’s opinion and perspective, even if it differs from our own.
• If we want to discuss a topic that is sensitive (religion, politics) we will ask for the other person's consent and accept their choice.