Crafts & Adventures

We are a community of creatives who enjoy a good drink (cocktail, mocktail, or otherwise!), peaceful settings, and the joy of making things. Our mission is to provide a drama-free escape from our busy lives through art, exploration, and genuine connection.

### What Makes Us Unique?

Unlike larger social clubs, we focus on small, intimate events. We believe the best connections happen in manageable groups where everyone can actually talk and create together.

### Our Vibe & Values

This is a safe, creative environment built on active participation and community contribution.

• All are welcome, provided you are here for creativity and community.
• No one is welcome if they are trying to get dates or make romantic connections. This is NOT a singles or dating group. We are here to craft and explore—not to matchmake.

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### What’s New?

We’ve evolved into Crafts and Adventures to better reflect our growing community. While we still love our "Crafts & Cocktails" roots, our new focus includes:

• Creative Gatherings: Dedicated time for personal crafts and DIY projects.
• Adventures: Art shows, live music, museum trips, and exploring new local eateries.
• Inclusive Sips: Drinking is always optional; the focus is on the company, not the glass.

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### Group Rules & Expectations

• Communicate Honestly & Proactively: Treat everyone with respect, both in person and on the message boards.
• Manage RSVPs Diligently: Please update and confirm your RSVP 24 hours before an event. Members with a pattern of late or unannounced cancellations will be moved to the waitlist. If an emergency happens, please message the host directly.
• Stay Active: Members inactive for more than 120 days will be removed to keep our roster current (you are always welcome to reapply!).
• Private Events: For events at private homes, the address is provided via Meetup messaging by 9:00 AM on the day of the event.

### The Essentials

• Where: Locations range from Lake St. Clair to Southfield.
• When: Events are posted regularly, and your feedback/suggestions are always encouraged.

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### Upcoming Adventures

Join us for our upcoming mix of crafts, culture, and community:

## 🌸🌿 Spring into Adventures ✨🧵

Looking to hit the reset button or try something new? We have a fantastic lineup of events designed to help you relax, get creative, and connect with a great community. From high-energy dance floors to quiet mornings of reflection, there’s a spot for you!

### 🌊 Adults-Only Swim Night: Warren

• When: Friday, April 24 @ 7:00 PM
• Location: Warren Community Center
• The Vibe: No splashing kids—just a relaxing evening in the pool, lazy river, and hot tub. We’ll head out for a local bite in Warren afterward!

### 💃 Earlybirds Club: Women-Only Dance Party

• When: Friday, April 17 @ 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
• Location: 215 West Ferndale
• The Vibe: A supportive space for women, trans, and non-binary folks to dance to 80s-2000s hits and still get to bed at a decent hour! 10% of proceeds benefit Alternatives for Girls.

### 🎤🍺 Beer + Comedy: The Perfect Friday

• When: Friday, May 1 @ 6:30 PM
• The Vibe: Start the month with a dose of humor! We're pairing local brews with a comedy lineup for the ultimate Friday night wind-down.

### 🌿 Self-Care Saturday: Clawson

• When: Saturday, May 16 @ 9:30 AM
• The Vibe: A peaceful morning to focus on you. Bring your latest craft project, a journal, or just yourself for some communal relaxation.

### ⛳️ 🍽️ Special Event: Fairways & Flavors (Beginners Only!)

• When: Sunday, May 16 @ 5:00 PM
• The Goal: A zero-pressure introduction to golf. No experience or clubs required!
• The Plan: Learn the basics of the swing, then head straight to the clubhouse for dinner and drinks.

### 🧵 Outdoor Stitch & Bitch: Harrison Township

• When: Saturday, May 23 @ 2:00 PM
• Location: Harrison Speakeasy
• The Vibe: Grab your knitting, crochet, or embroidery and enjoy the fresh air! It's all about good conversation and finishing projects in a beautiful outdoor setting.

### 🌸 Self-Care Saturday: Farmington

• When: Saturday, May 30 @ 9:00 AM
• The Vibe: Taking our self-care routine to Farmington for an early morning refresh. Perfect for those who love a gentle, productive start to the weekend.

### 🎬 💄 RuPaul Movie Night: "Stop! That! Train!"

• When: Tuesday, June 16 @ 6:00 PM (Dinner) / 7:45 PM (Movie)
• Location: Emagine Royal Oak
• The Vibe: Dinner at HopCat followed by the highly anticipated disaster-comedy starring RuPaul and your favorite queens.

### 🍓 Self-Care Sunday: Birmingham

• When: Sunday, June 14 @ 9:30 AM
• The Vibe: A sweet Sunday session to recharge before the new week begins.

### 🇺🇸 Vietnam Veterans Memorial: The Wall That Heals

• When: August 13 – 16 (Mark your calendars!)
• Location: Heritage Park, Taylor, MI
• The Vibe: A meaningful community visit to the 3/4 scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. We will be honoring the courage of those on the Honor Roll with a group walk-through followed by a commemorative dinner.

How to Join: Check the event links in our group app to RSVP and see specific meeting locations.