SF Poly Happy Hour -- April

Welcome to Bay Area Poly Happy Hour!

We're a non-monogamous happy hour bringing together communities from across the Bay Area.

*****Logistics*****

Arriving:

• Come anytime 7:00-10:00pm. You will enter through the 200 channels door, which will have a guard. One sign above the door says "monarch", the other says "music and cocktails where the fabulous play"

• Doors for 200 channels will open at 7pm. If you're interested in arriving early, you could pop by the Pawn Shop (same building and owner, opens at 5pm) for a drink or a bite beforehand.

Food:

• You are welcome to bring in outside food

Other logistics:

• Optional donation / no required cover or cost to attend.

• If you need help during the event, find someone with a glowing bracelet. They are the hosts!

• Reach us in the chat or by email at: bayareapolyhappyhour@gmail.com

*****Event Guidelines*****

• Respectful Behavior toward hosts and guests is required. Anyone who violates these rules may be asked to leave the event.

•No photography, video, or recording of any kind is allowed without prior verbal consent of all parties involved.

•Verbal Consent: Please be sure to ask and wait for a yes before hugging or initiating any physical contact, and encourage each other to speak openly about consent and personal boundaries. This helps foster a culture where personal boundaries are supported and attendees are empowered to speak confidently of their limits. (i.e. “Can I give you a hug?” “No thank you, but I would love a handshake.”)

•Expectations: Our events are about developing friendships and connections within the community. Check your expectations at the door. Being at this event does not signal sexual availability or indicate any aspect of sexual orientation. This is a no cruising event, in order to maintain a comfortable atmosphere for our guests.

**What does "no cruising" mean?**

The "no cruising" guideline is about your intentions. If you’re attending primarily to collect phone numbers or line up dates, this may not be the right space for you. However, if you’re coming to socialize and connect with other poly people, that’s perfect! And if a natural connection forms and leads to a date, that’s totally okay—just like how you might meet someone at a running club without it being a dating event.

The key is to avoid making this feel like a meat market. This is a social event, not a hookup or dating event. We want everyone to feel at ease, and being on the receiving end of persistent advances can make people uncomfortable. Let’s keep the vibe friendly, inclusive, and respectful.

****About Bay Area Poly Happy Hour*****

Poly Happy Hour brings together the Bay Area non-monogamous community, from long-timers to those 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.

*****Facebook*****

You can also find this event on Facebook through the Bay area poly happy hour group.