What we’re about
Looking to make new friends and explore Mankato?
Look no further!
Join our social club for fun and casual gatherings centered around casual hangouts, book clubs, karaoke, crafting and more! Whether you're a seasoned townie or new in town looking for a fun night out, this is the perfect opportunity to meet new people and make lasting connections.
RECURRING SERIES:
Happy Hour | Every Friday at 5:30pm at Rounder's Sports Bar
Our most casual meetup. We just sit at Rounders enjoy the 2 for 1s that start at 6:00pm and the appetizer specials. A great first meetup if you're looking for a place to start. Bring any family or non-member guests as well!
Books and Beer | Every third Monday of the month at 7:15pm at Pub 500 Bar & Grill
Join us once a month to chat about our latest read—this group is casual, fun, and open to anyone.
BYOBoard Games | Every Tuesday at 6:30pm at Tav on the Ave
This is a group for anyone (18+) who wants to casually play tabletop, card, and party games. Also, have an exclusive Happy Hour for our gaming group.
Pop-Up! Events | Always TBA and at unannounced locations
These events take place at private residences (house parties, arts & crafts, etc.). You must have participated in a previous meetup in order to RSVP. They are typically 21+ only events. No non-member guests allowed. The location is DM'ed to those who RSVP
PATH TO ORGANIZER
Any member can elevate themselves to organizer. Want to start a new club or host a one-time event? Fantastic! The path to gain organizer status is as follows, DM Michael M. or Alicia A. the following information: Event Title, Date, Time, and Description. Once approved, one of us will give you the ability to create the event on Meetup themselves and any other future events.
LEGALITIES
We will be taking photos and videos during events to update our Facebook and Meetup gallery.
If drinking, be responsible and have a safe plan to get home. Drunk drivers will be banned, and law enforcement will be called. If someone says you're not good to drive, you will listen to them and either:
1. Wait it out, 2. Get an Uber, 3. Get a ride from someone you trust.
Weapons and illegal substances are not permitted in our events.
CONDUCT
Everyone must follow the rules of the venues.
Our events are for socializing and not for dating. No creeps or "pick up artists". Matching organically is ok, but all interactions must be reciprocal, wanted, and appropriate.
Besides staff, only direct message (DM) members if their profile says they're "Open" to DM's or you've agreed in person. We do not tolerate "casting the net" of dating or services in DM's. If you get a DM that's inappropriate, please report it to the staff.
Anyone who acts inappropriately will be given a one-time warning or a ban, depending on severity.
If an issue comes up, please talk to the event host immediately so they can address the issue.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Community Cleanup Series: Highway 22 (in town)Mankato, Mankato, MN
Greetings, Planet Protectors!
Ready to make a real, visible impact in our community? Join the Blue Earth Project for a fun and rewarding afternoon as we “team up to clean up” our beloved Greater Mankato! Let's roll up our sleeves and work together to restore the beauty of our local green and blue spaces.This is a fantastic opportunity to get outdoors, meet like-minded people, and contribute directly to the health of our local environment. Every single piece of debris we collect makes a difference.
### 🎯 Our Goal
Our mission for the day is to clear debris from the ditches and medians along Highway 22 (in town). We want to help this corridor become a clean, safe, and beautiful environment.
### 📱 Help Us Collect Data! (Optional)
Want to take your contribution a step further? You can use our mobile app during the cleanup to collect data on the types of litter you find. This information is crucial as it helps us better understand the challenge our community faces from waste and litter, allowing us to plan more effective solutions.
- Get it on Google Play: https://bit.ly/quickcapandroid
- Download on the App Store: https://bit.ly/quickcapios
### 📍 Event Details
- Date: Saturday, October 4th, 2025
- Time: 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM
- Meeting Point: Wal-Mart (see cover photo)
### 📋 Agenda
- 12:00 PM: Check in, grab your gear.
- 12:10 PM: Quick safety briefing and group assignments.
- 12:20 PM: Cleanup begins!
- 01:40 PM: Wrap up, dispose of collected litter, and take a group photo to celebrate our hard work!
### ✅ What We Provide
We've got you covered with the essential gear to make our cleanup safe and effective!
- Heavy-duty trash bags
- Protective gloves
- Litter grabbers/pickers
- High-visibility safety vests
### 🎒 What You Should Bring
Please come prepared to be comfortable and safe!
- Closed-toe shoes are a MUST! (No sandals or flip-flops, please)
- Pants are also recommended as vegetation is tall right now.
- Comfortable clothing that you don't mind getting a little dirty
- A reusable water bottle to stay hydrated
- Sunscreen and a hat to protect you from the sun
- Your positive energy and community spirit!
### 🅿️ Parking
Free parking is available in the Wal-Mart parking lot.
This is a family-friendly event, and volunteers of all ages are welcome. Let's show our planet some love and have a great time doing it. See you there!
