Shenanigans - South Bay!

Shenanigans....because life's more fun when you're up to something.

Welcome to Shenanigans - South Bay! This is a fun, friendly and outgoing Meetup group. We're all about hanging out with old friends and making new ones. We value connection, social activities and adventure with other amazing people here in the South Bay. Whether we're out for great food, cocktails, live music, comedy or who knows what, this group is all about creating fun, memorable experiences. Join us for exciting get-togethers of all kinds. If you appreciate laughter, good times and enjoying life, this group is for you.

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So, who are we looking for?
Everyone! Well, sort of. Everyone is welcome regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, relationship status, religious preference, sexual identity/orientation, politics, education or any other label that might set us apart. That being said, Shenanigans is not a place to push any social or political agenda. Just join us, be yourself (because everyone else is taken) and accept others for who they are.

How to behave
Yes, this is a lively group! But you still need to behave like a grownup. Please bring your Social EQ. If you drink, please drink responsibly. I cocktail or two to loosen up is good, drunk and out of control is not. There's a lot of room in between. Just be aware that there are limits and expectations around how you should behave. Basically, just don't be an ass.

Also, this is not a singles group, but it will probably be singles-centric just by its nature. Not everyone that is single is looking for someone. If you are, awesome. If you’re not, also awesome. Expect that we all want to meet, mingle and make friends. But if you meet someone and want to get to know them better, treat them with courtesy and respect (actually, you should be treating everyone with courtesy and respect, just be especially mindful if you find yourself romantically attracted to someone). If you’re approached in that way but not interested, use the same courtesy and respect. Be honest and sincere. And unless you have asked for and been given consent, keep your hands to yourself. Two of the sexiest qualities in a person are confidence and respect. The first is good to have. The second is a must in this group.

When to show up
On time please. A little late (10-15 minutes) is not a big deal. Rolling in an hour after the start time might cause a problem, especially if I'm holding tables or space for the group, which I usually am. If it's 30 minutes after start and there are people waiting for a table, I will probably turn over any empty tables or space that I'm holding on to. You're still welcome to join, just know you might have to squeeze in or might end up standing. If you're running late but still plan on coming, please let me know.

When to leave
Any time. All I ask is that you give it a chance. But if you're not having a great time or you're just ready to go, please feel free. You don't need to stay any longer than you really want to in order to make someone else comfortable. A no-show is different.

Am I taking attendance?
Yes, a little. I'm not crazy about making it a harsh requirement, but it is important. Because Shenanigans meetups are mostly small (at least for now), a no show or last-minute cancel means that you will be missed. There ends up being fewer fun and interesting people to mingle with, and if there was a waiting list, someone else who could have joined us gets left out. I don't like having someone left out, at all. That being said, things come up, and you may have to bail out. If you do:

1. Update your RSVP as soon as possible, preferably withing 24 hrs. of the start time, and
2. If it's less than 24 hrs., please let me know so I can potentially add someone else.

Please, just keep other people in mind! There's a whole world out there looking for connection and something to do. Don't be the person getting in the way of that.

Will I ban you from the group for attendance?
No. But you might earn a temporary "time out" if you regularly pull a no-show or last minute cancel.

What will I ban you for?
Long story short; being rude, obnoxious, drunk, consistently negative , pushy, disrespectful, etc. If you cross the line on this sort of behavior, you may end up with a warning. If you really cross the line, or cross it repeatedly, expect to be permanently banned. Where's the line? Take another look at "How to Behave". It's pretty straight forward. And if you are getting close to the line, or go over it, myself or another organizer will let you know. We are a fun-loving group, but if we mention something to you about your behavior, you need to listen. Seriously.

Group Size
Shenanigans is still a new group. At least for now, I'm finding that smaller get-togethers are really nice. I see people hanging out for extended periods, really talking and getting to know each other. Eventually there will be larger events, but for now, enjoy more intimate get togethers.

Venue Vibes
Shenanigans can happen anywhere. With that in mind, I'll include a little detail on the places we meet, so you know what to expect when you arrive. Most places will be middle-of-the road when it comes to fanciness (price & decore). But we'll be at nicer places too, and straight-up divy joints once in a while. I check out any place first for overall feal and won't recommend a place I wouldn't send my daughter to. And I realize people can be just as comfortable/uncomfortable at either extreme (pricey to divy). Be true to yourself about what you're comfortable with. Regardless of the venue, it's a safe bet that the people will be fun.

Thank you for reading down to the end! I’m always open to suggestions on how to make this a better group. Feel free to reach out to me any time.

I hope to meet you soon!

Curt