About us
Welcome to I Wanna Do It But Not Alone 💛
Come for the activity. Stay for the people.
“I wanna do it, but not alone.” That's how our community started — with a simple idea that life's best moments are even better when shared.
We're a Bay Area community of active, curious, open-minded people who enjoy discovering new experiences and meeting new people.
From dinners, hikes, concerts, and sports to movies, games, and meaningful conversations, we bring people together to turn shared experiences into lasting friendships.
We're building a place where strangers become familiar faces, familiar faces become friends, and nobody has to do the things they love alone.
You don't need to know anyone before you arrive. Just bring your curiosity, kindness, and willingness to connect.
### 💛 How Our Community Works
Everyone who shares our values of respect, reliability, and genuine connection is welcome.
Some events are open to everyone, while others are intentionally small and reserved for members already familiar to our organizing team. New here? Start with an open event!
A few things that matter to us:
- Honor your RSVP. Your spot matters, especially at small events.
- Be kind and respectful. Help others feel welcome.
- Be part of the experience. Great communities are created by their members.
- Connect genuinely. We're a social community, not a dating service or promotional platform.
### 🌿 Community Hub & Guidelines
- 💛 About Our Community — Our mission and values.
- 📖 Membership & Event Participation — RSVPs, cancellations, and participation.
- ⭐ Event Ratings & Feedback Policy — Feedback and event improvements.
- 🛡️ Code of Conduct & Membership Removal — Our community standards.
- 🎟️ Event Types, Fees & Contributions — Event formats and fees.
Get Involved
- 🙌 Host Guide & Application — Interested in hosting?
- 🤝 External Events & Partnerships — Propose an event or partnership.
- 💛 Meet Our Team — Get to know our organizers and Hosts.
Please review our membership guidelines before attending your first event.
### 💛 One Last Thing
We're building a community, not an audience.
You don't have to organize events or attend every week. But when you participate, you help shape the experience for everyone.
Organizers create the structure. Hosts create the environment. Members create the connection.
If this resonates with you, welcome!
Come for the activity. Stay for the people. 💛
We look forward to meeting you!
Upcoming events
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A Night with Beethoven, Mozart & Dvořák in Palo Alto Philarmonic
Cubberley Theatre, 4120 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94306, USA, Palo Alto, CA, US🎻 From Darkness to Light: An Evening of Classical Masterpieces
Looking for a little beauty and inspiration on a Saturday evening?
Join the Palo Alto Philharmonic for Darkness to Light, a wonderful evening featuring three masterpieces by Beethoven, Mozart, and Dvořák.
Now in its 39th season, the orchestra, led by Music Director and Conductor Lara Webber, brings together powerful orchestral music and the beautiful sound of the clarinet.
🎼 The Program:- Beethoven — Leonore Overture No. 3: A dramatic and powerful overture filled with tension, hope, and triumph.
- Mozart — Clarinet Concerto: One of Mozart's most beautiful and beloved works, featuring Geoffrey Burr, the orchestra's longtime principal clarinetist, who has performed with the Palo Alto Philharmonic since 2002.
- Dvořák — Symphony No. 7: A passionate, emotionally rich symphony, full of energy, drama, and unforgettable melodies.
Whether you're a longtime classical music lover or simply curious to experience a live orchestra, this is a lovely opportunity to enjoy some extraordinary music right here in Palo Alto.
Pre-concert talk at 7:00 PM — a great opportunity to learn more about the music before the performance.👉 Tickets and event details:
https://www.paphil.org/performances/2026/10/24/darkness-to-light
Please note: This is a NO-HOST event. No Meetup organizer will be attending, and everyone is responsible for purchasing their own ticket.
Feel free to invite a friend or connect with fellow members who are going!
Sometimes all you need for a wonderful Saturday evening is two hours of beautiful music. 🎶18 attendees
Past events
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