Name: 80s Cover Band
Start: 2026-01-04T02:30:00.000Z
Location: Billy’s Bar And Lounge

Do you love meeting new people?
Do you love board games?
Do you want to meet other gamers?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this event is for you!

Join us for Meet, Greet, and Play Night at House Rules Lounge at 6:00PM on Tuesdays.

The lounge features a full bar that includes wine & cocktails, plus 20 draft beverages ranging across coffee, soda, cider, mead, and of course beer. The lounge also has a library of hundreds of games we can play.

This will be a super casual night, Feel free to show up solo or as a group. Also feel free to bring your own games or use our library. This event is all about showing up, seeing who else is here, and then choosing games to play. These events are more about having a good time than who wins. All experience levels are invited to play. The games played vary based on the interest of who’s there. Showing up solo? No problem! Don’t know the game? No problem! Someone in the group can teach you how to play.

West Michigan Geeks

Michelle VanSledright

Michael Fisher

Charlie Dahlstrom

Christopher

Board Game Night!

House Rules Lounge

**A judgment-free zone for shy and neurodivergent people to connect authentically.**

Please check in at the main table with the sign in the front of the bookstore and grab a name tag.

Are you tired of masking? Need a break from explaining yourself? This meetup is for adults with social anxiety, ADHD, or autism who want to be around others who just "get it."

**IMPORTANT TO KNOW:** Many people come once, get disappointed that they don't make a lot of friends on their first visit, and then never come back. Everyone who becomes a regular always ends up making a lot of friends.

## **What to expect:**

* No pressure to be "on" or perform social norms
* Understanding when you need breaks or fidget
* Conversations that can jump topics (we love tangents!)
* Acceptance of stimming, quiet moments, and your authentic self

## **Our one rule:**

This is our oasis from the outside world. Please bring kindness and leave negativity/conflict at the door.

We're here to build genuine friendships and community. While relationships have naturally formed, **men attending solely to pick up women will be removed**. We actively monitor for uncomfortable behavior to keep this a safe, pressure-free space for everyone.

*This group is designed for individuals with low support needs who can attend independently.*

**Come as you are. You belong here.**

Do you have **social anxiety**? Are you struggling with having conversations? Please feel welcome to see our **original FREE classes** here:
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pVhrbTYkCPs&list=PL7dZ0pbrV6fTSANlyWr58fqm-Wejf0OjT](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pVhrbTYkCPs&list=PL7dZ0pbrV6fTSANlyWr58fqm-Wejf0OjT)

**IMPORTANT:** We are not a mental health support group but this is a safe place to make new friends.

This group is brought to you by the **International Friend Connection** in partnership with **The Octopus Movement** Think Tank.

**Find out more here:**
[https://internationalfriendconnection.com/](https://internationalfriendconnection.com/)

[https://www.theoctopusmovement.org/](https://www.theoctopusmovement.org/)

West Michigan Introverts, Shy, and Neurodivergent People

David Good

Monica

Kelly Lockwood

Trisha

bradberens4

Ciaran Dinsmore

Erica Chriss

David B

Neurodivergent Night @ Schuler Books

Schuler's Books and Music

------
Join the newly created IFC Fukuoka group—a cozy space where genuine connections can grow at their own pace.

Whether you lean introverted, deal with social anxiety, or simply want deeper, more meaningful conversations, this is a relaxed, supportive environment where you can show up exactly as you are.

What you can expect:

Light, engaging icebreakers that make it easy to talk without any pressure.

A judgment-free atmosphere—no need to be "perfect," just curious and open-minded.

A community where you don’t need polished social skills to belong—just a willingness to connect.

Let’s make meaningful relationships feel easier, warmer, and a whole lot more enjoyable as our community grows.

------
At first, we’ll meet at the entrance of the Starbucks (4th floor of the One Fukuoka Building). But if the place feels too crowded or noisy, we’ll move to another spot, such as the terrace on the 5th floor, where the atmosphere is quieter.

The café on the 5th floor doesn’t accept cash, so you’ll need a credit card, PayPay, or another non-cash payment method if we go there.

Participation Fee: Free!

Location:
〒810-0001
1-11-1, Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka-shi
ONE FUKUOKA BLDG 4F

https://onefukuoka-building.jp/

------
This group is brought to you by the **International Friend Connection** in partnership with **The Octopus Movement** Think Tank.

**Find out more here:**
[https://internationalfriendconnection.com/](https://internationalfriendconnection.com/)

[https://www.theoctopusmovement.org/](https://www.theoctopusmovement.org/)

------
新し設立された IFC福岡グループ へようこそ。

ここは、肩の力を抜いて、ゆっくりと本音のつながりが育っていく "居心地のいい場所" です。

シャイなタイプの方、人見知りを感じる方、あるいは深くて意味のある会話を求めている方 — このグループは、ありのままの自分でいられる、リラックスしたあたたかな環境です。

ここで体験できること：

話しやすくて、軽やかに参加できるアイスブレイク (緊張を解き、お互いを知るきっかけになる会話)。

評価やジャッジとは無縁の空気
—「完璧」である必要はなく、ちょっとした好奇心さえあれば十分。

特別な社交スキルなんていらない、"つながりたい" という気持ちだけで歓迎されるコミュニティ。

人とのつながりがもっと気楽に、もっとあたたかく、もっと楽しく感じられる場所を一緒に作っていきましょう。

------
天神ワンビル4階のスターバックスの入口で最初に集合しますが、もし店内が混雑していた場合には、5階のテラスなど、別のもっと静かな場所へ移動します。（5階のカフェは現金が使えないため、クレジットカードやPayPayなどのキャッシュレス決済の方法が必要になります）。

参加費: 無料

場所:
〒810-0001
福岡県福岡市中央区天神 1-11-1
ワンビル 4階

https://onefukuoka-building.jp/

------
このグループは International Friend Connection と The Octopus Movement シンクタンクの協力によって運営されています。

詳しくはこちら：
[https://internationalfriendconnection.com/](https://internationalfriendconnection.com/)

[https://www.theoctopusmovement.org/](https://www.theoctopusmovement.org/)

IFC: Fukuoka Shy People Meetup | シャイで人見知りのひとたちのためのミートアップグループ

Hiro Yamasaki

Lucas

Howard Wong

Shy Friendly International Hangout  @Fukuoka / シャイな人も歓迎！国際的な雰囲気で友達を作ろう@福岡

Tenjin

**Find comfort in connection:** Join us at Sweetwaters every Thursday for a low-pressure social experience designed with shy and socially anxious people in mind. Sometimes the best conversations happen when there's no pressure to have them!

**IMPORTANT TO KNOW:** Many people come once, get disappointed that they don't make a lot of friends on their first visit, and then never come back. Everyone who becomes a regular always ends up making a lot of friends.

**ALSO:** Please support our venue by purchasing something. It can be as little as a coffee or a pastry. We want them to keep welcoming us back.

**How it works:** This is a casual hangout where you can simply be yourself. Bring a book, your laptop, a journal, or just come as you are. The relaxed atmosphere gives you space to ease into conversations naturally - no awkward introductions, no pressure to be "on" the whole time.

**Shy-friendly promises:**

* No introductions to the whole group required
* Come and go as you please
* Participate in conversation only when you feel comfortable
* Relaxed atmosphere with no performance pressure

**Important boundaries:** We are not a mental health support group, but we are a safe place to make genuine friendships. We do not tolerate unwelcome romantic advances or persistent asking for dates. This is a friendship-focused space where everyone should feel comfortable and respected.

**Look for:** The Meetup sign at Sweetwaters.

**Take your journey further:** Discover our original and in-depth program for overcoming social anxiety and building meaningful connections through our YouTube channel: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pVhrbTYkCPs&list=PL7dZ0pbrV6fTSANlyWr58fqm-Wejf0OjT](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pVhrbTYkCPs&list=PL7dZ0pbrV6fTSANlyWr58fqm-Wejf0OjT)

Questions? Visit our website: [https://internationalfriendconnection.com/](https://internationalfriendconnection.com/)

East Michigan Shyness and Social Anxiety Group

Vicky 

❤️ Ellie ❤️

Piotr Krzystek

Nick Keller

Sumith

Brian

Will A

Anna

Jessica

Callie

Dave

Paul 

Timour Haynulov

Sean Hansen

Chand Haryani

Aadhi

Adam Manganello

Stephen Wilks

Nicole

The Shy Friendly Hangout: Meet New Friends - Ann Arbor

Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea

https://facebook.com/events/s/starfarm-at-billys-lounge-in-g/727372973104078/

All Things Social West Michigan 30's and 40's

Stephanie

Doug Van

Sean

Sonya Inderbitzin-Fischer

Kyla

Andres

Abbi Aldrich

Will Zigler

Kelly

Nora 

Sarah VA

80s Cover Band

Billy’s Bar And Lounge

International Friend Connection

Groups

{PRO_NETWORK_NAME} is on Meetup Pro with more than {PRO_MEMBER_COUNT} members across {PRO_GROUP_COUNT} Meetups worldwide. Meetup Pro is the professional tool for organizing and communicating a network of users, partners, contributors and members.

The International Friend Connection was founded in 2014 by David Good in Grand Rapids, Michigan. We are devoted to providing community for shy and neurodivergent people and helping people recover from social anxiety.

International Friend Connection

Helping shy and neurodivergent people find community

Who we are

Upcoming events

Who we are

Groups