About us
Tired of the apps? I sure am!
This is a group for Gay men to connect for friendship, community building, dating, and networking, in real life.
The ultimate goal is to build a new tribe of close friends, a community of like-minded men who share time together in the real world because they enjoy each other. Not everyone will click which means this group won't be for everyone.. and that's ok! It's about quality, not quantity.
We initially had only one rule: “that you identify as Gay and a man (cis or trans). Of course bi and questioning dudes are also welcome.” Sadly, due to demonstrated improprieties at some events, we’re having to actively engage the following:
Know your privileges. This group is anti-racist, anti-colonialist, and Trans-affirming. If you have a strong reaction against those ideas, please do some soul searching and come back if/when you have a better understanding of power dynamics and the forces of oppression. This group and its offerings are safe space for those who are most vulnerable in these volatile times. Acts or gestures of ignorance, disrespect, or aggression (passive or otherwise) will not be tolerated and you will be removed if you are found to be engaging in such behaviors.
With the nature of meetup and the purpose of this group, we're having to enforce a strict 3-flakes-and-you're-out policy. "Flake" will be defined as no-showing to an event after RSVP'ing and not updating it to cancel. We understand that it's the nature of social networking and virtual media to use it as a backup plan and a place to be distant, however this group is different and exists by virtue of the desire for sincere men wanting deeper connections. We want to build something in the real world. So please do not RSVP unless you fully intend to be at an event. If you can't make it, change your RSVP status. If you're unable to do so, we will let you know you've been put on warning and after the third flake, we'll simply remove you from the group. Warnings will be sent in the chat feature in the app/website, so please be sure to check your chats. Thanks for understanding and for supporting our community!
**I always welcome financial assistance to run the group.. tips are welcome but not required for attendance. Please contribute as you are able: https://venmo.com/u/astormflocetc**
Upcoming events
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Hopscotch, Immersive Art
Hopscotch Portland, 1020 SE10th Street,, Portland, OR, USI've just learned about this place... it's an immersive art experience... from the website:
"Hopscotch is an immersive and experiential brand that brings together artists in collaborative environments to create unique, impactful, and distinct shared experiences. We believe art can be a vessel to tell stories and illuminate important messages of the past, present, and future. Hopscotch allows artists to showcase their works in sustainable and creative ways, encourages them to be inspired by new mediums, and empowers them to reach new audiences. We strongly believe in cultivating lasting relationships and a synergy with our staff, artists and the local communities we are in."
Costs about $30 to get in. You'll be responsible for your own ticket which can be purchased at the website or I believe on site.
**I always welcome financial assistance to run the group.. tips are welcome but not required for attendance. Please contribute as you are able: https://venmo.com/u/astormflocetc**
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Past events
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