What we’re about
Creating community and friendships, we're a group of active people in the Gaithersburg / Germantown / Rockville areas of Maryland. We enjoy welcoming new faces and building connections for socializing and activities. Primarily in our 30s-50s, we welcome everyone. Activities include weekly meet and greets, hikes/walks, happy hours, live music, and outdoor adventures on weeknights and weekends. We hope you'll join us and look forward to meeting you!
Upcoming events (4)
See all- Meet and Greet at Taco BambaTaco Bamba, Gaithersburg, MD
This is a great opportunity to meet others who are new as well as those who have been around a while!
Taco Bamba is a unique taqueria chain which offers a different menu at every one of its 10 locations. Offering traditional Mexican fare with a very hip and unique twist, Taco Bamba is sure to delight! If you're into adult beverages, they offer a very nice selection of those as well. Check out their complete menu here.
Expect entrees in the $10-15 range. Look for GRASP table flyers and Eli's GRASP shirt (see pics) to easily find the group. We can't wait to see you there!
- Memorial Day BBQ and Field GamesBuck Pavilion, Gaithersburg, MD
** Please read entire description and RSVP only if you’re SURE YOU CAN MAKE IT **
What better way to kick off summer than a BBQ and outdoor activities with great friends? Join GRASP for food, socializing, and field games (e.g., relay races, water balloon toss, sack races, egg and spoon race, tug of war, etc..) this Memorial Day!
What: GRASP Memorial Day BBQ and Field Games
When: Monday, May 26, 12:00pm-3:00pm
Who: This is a kid-friendly event meaning everyone is invited, with or without kids!
Where: Seneca Creek State Park, Buck Pavilion on Deer Ridge Rd. Due to the possibility of park capacity closures, you may need to know the shelter and renter’s name to gain entry into the park: Buck Pavilion, Eli Winningham.
Cost: Admission to the park is $3 for Maryland residents and $5 for non-residents. Otherwise, the event is FREE and we encourage you to come as our guest. If you would LIKE to donate to help cover the cost, you may do so by clicking here.
Included: GRASP will provide hamburgers, hot dogs, buns, ice, cups, plates, napkins, silverware, and condiments (lettuce, tomato, onion, mustard, ketchup)
Bring: Please bring a dish or drinks to share for up to 6 people. The following are suggestions based on the first letter of your first name but you may bring anything you wish:
- A-F - Drinks. We hope to achieve a variety of non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages.
- G-R - Side Dish. Examples include corn, meatballs, veggie tray, fruit, baked beans, cole slaw, potato salad, chips, etc…
- S-Z - Dessert. Examples include cookies, brownies, candy, cake, etc…
You may bring something to grill FOR YOURSELF if you aren’t into hamburgers and hot dogs. (Grill space is limited so please don’t bring quantities to share.)
Facilities: Buck Pavilion offers a partially shaded setting with seating for a maximum of 150 people. A small, private playground is located next to the pavilion. Restrooms are within walking distance. Drinking water is available from a fountain. More information is available here.
Parking: Parking is free but is limited so please carpool if possible.
Getting Here: Search for “Buck Pavilion” in Seneca Creek State Park using Google Maps and navigate as directed. This is TRULY the easiest way. Otherwise, navigate to Seneca Creek State Park (11950 Clopper Rd, Giathersburg) and ask for directions when you enter or look at a Google map ahead of time. The organizer will NOT be available to provide directions during the event.
Volunteer: We need volunteers to help with the following: grilling, set up, tear down, field games, greeting people. Please click here to sign up if interested.
