Oakland Non-Monogameetup - 10 Year Anniversary Celebration (April)

🎉 10 Years of Oakland Non-Monogameetups! 🎉

(formerly Poly Happy Hour)

This April, we’re celebrating a whole decade of bringing non-monogamous communities together in the Bay!

For 10 years, we've been a space for connection, conversation, and community—welcoming newcomers, old friends, and everyone in between. Join us for a special anniversary edition of our meetup, where we’ll reminisce, toast to the future, and keep doing what we do best: creating a laid-back, friendly space for non-monogamous folks to gather.

📍 Location: Zanzi Oakland (19 Grand Ave, Oakland, CA 94612)

🕖 Time: Drop in anytime from 7:00-10:00 PM

💸 Cost: Free! No RSVP required. Just show up.

🔹 What to Expect:

1. A warm, inclusive atmosphere—come solo, bring a partner, or roll in with your polycule.
2. Casual conversations, community-building, and maybe a few special surprises to mark the occasion!
3. The same welcoming vibe we've cultivated for the last decade.
4. Our new Creator's Corner features ENM community artists & creators with work for sale as well as passionate advocates speaking on issues that impact our community.

Your host for the evening is Allan—spot the cowboy hat 🤠 and say hi!

✉️ Questions? Reach us at bayarea@nonmonogameetups.com

🎈 Make Our 10-Year Anniversary Extra Special!

Want to help us level up the celebration? Here are some ways to contribute:

1. 💖 Donate: Our event is 100% volunteer-run. Your support ($5-10 suggested) helps make our event happen. [Venmo // CashApp]
2. 🖼️ Support local ENM makers at the new Creator's Corner featuring artwork and products from local makers and orgs.
3. 🎁 Bring a small treat (optional but appreciated!)—think cupcakes, stickers, or anything easy to share.
4. 📸 Memory Wall: Have a favorite memory from past meetups? We’ll have a space for notes and reflections!

🛑 Event Guidelines (TL;DR: Respect, Consent, and Connection)

1. 💬 Ask for consent before any physical contact (including hugs).
2. 📵 No photography, video, or recording without consent.
3. ❤️ Treat everyone with respect. Disrespectful behavior won’t be tolerated.
4. 🛟 No cruising! These events are for community connections. This is a social, not speed dating.
5. ✅ Check your biases and expectations. Attendance doesn’t indicate availability or orientation. We welcome people from all walks of life.
6. 👀 Look out for each other. Since our events are public, extra precautions are needed. Watch your drinks and others', and alert a host to anything suspicious.

💡 Curious about the "no cruising" guideline? We’re all about organic connection, not pressure or pick-up vibes. Think of it like a running club—yes, people might meet and date, but that’s not the primary focus.

Violations may result in removal from our events and community. Additionally, participation may be restricted if there are concerns about conduct in related communities. Our priority is creating a safe space for all. Thank you for your cooperation.

Full code of conduct here: www.nonmonogameetups.com

🎉 Pre & Post-Event Connections with Bloom

We’re partnering with Bloom to help you connect before and after the event! Match, chat, and make plans with folks beforehand.

About Oakland's Non-Monogameetup:

Oakland's Non-Monogameetup brings together the Bay Area's non-monogamous communities, as well as those who are new or just thinking about exploring, for an afternoon of mingling, friend-making and catching up.

We welcome all the non-monogamous, poly-curious, relationship anarchists, queer-of-all-sorts, supportive friends, singles, couples, polycules, et al. to help us create a safe space for all orientations and all kink and gender identities.