What we’re about
Welcome to 253 Social Introverts and Extroverts! We are the largest and most active meetup in the Tacoma area! We host a variety of activities regularly, often at least two per week. We are all-inclusive and have members from all backgrounds and ages. Whether you are looking for new friends or just a social night out, this is the place for you!
Member Expectations
As a member above all else we expect you to be respectful of other people. This means respecting people's boundaries and being aware of what consent means in a social setting. We have people of all ages and all backgrounds, and many people have very different ideas of what normal boundaries look like in social settings.
We expect that people respect others personal space (especially physical contact) and boundaries, respect others beliefs and identities, and respect the time, homes, and effort put in by the hosts and organizers. This applies not just to in person events but on the site as well. Continually messaging someone, or inappropriate messages, will get you banned.
We expect you to have read event descriptions, to unRSVP as soon as you know you are unable to attend, and to please ask questions if you are unsure of something, we will not be bothered at all and are here to help.
If you have too many no shows Organizers may move you to not going on waitlisted events. You will have to message the organizer of that event and ask to put back on and assure us to plan to be there.
Paid Events and Refund Policy
There are no refunds for paid events. For exceptional circumstances you can contact the organizer team and we will discuss it.
Kids and pets
Kids and pets are allowed at some events and not allowed at others. If you are unsure, please message the host and be respectful of their answer. The host will write in their description if an event has age/pet restrictions
Organizer Expectations
What you can expect from our organizers is that you can come to any of us with any problem without judgement and listen to you. In person or through a message, we are committed to making the group a safe place for everyone. You can also expect that we will help you with directions if you are lost, we will provide as clear of directions as we can as to where an event is. You can expect us to be on time, and to let you know if we will be late. You can expect us to let you know about event cancellations and changes of plans as soon as possible.
Additional rules
Breaking rules continually, or just once for bad offenses, will result in a ban. Organizers have the final say in bans and do not have an obligation to explain why someone was banned.
No discrimination based on race, sex, religion, gender identity, and sexual orientation.
No harassment over differences of opinion, keep debates civil. Please report harassment, bots, scams, or strange activity, with screenshots to one of the organizers. It is very important that activity be reported so that us as organizers know to be on the lookout for someone.
The Discussion page must be about events or things related to events such as suggestions for events, photos, questions about events
Link to the Facebook group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/253socialintrovertsextroverts/
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Volunteer with Friends: Repack ProjectEmergency Food Network Inc, Tacoma, WA
Want to give back and hang out with friends? We're going to help out the Emergency Food Network on Saturday, January 18th. You'll need to fill out a volunteer application, but I'll print out a bunch of those and bring them on the day. Below are the details from the Emergency Food Network.
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Thank you for signing up to volunteer at Emergency Food Network! Your group will help repackage bulk food items into smaller, family-sized portions or sort and pack rescued produce for distribution to food pantries. With your help, we can provide Pierce County with a consistent, diverse, and nutritious food supply so that no person goes hungry.
All volunteers over the age of 18, must fill out the volunteer application prior to volunteering attached to this email. The minimum age to volunteer is 12 with a parent/guardian, and 16 without. Volunteers under 18 must bring with them a completed Parental Consent Form, also attached to this email. If you have previously filled out a volunteer application, you do not need to fill it out again.
You can create a profile in our online portal. It will allow you to sign up for future EFN volunteer events.
Volunteer Mask Policy (as of 3/12/22): Volunteers will not be required to wear masks, except for when they are repacking open food (in Repack Room or packing produce). Please let us know if the organization you are volunteering with requires masks, and our staff working with you will comply.
Date and Time: Saturday, January 18th, 12:00 pm-2:00 pm
Where: EFN Distribution Center, 3318 92nd Street South, Lakewood, 98499
Parking is available on-site and across the street, you will enter from the side door on 92nd St.
Volunteers Needed: 8-15
Attire:- Face coverings are required at all times in the Repack Room.
- Closed-toe shoes are required. Volunteers in flip-flops or sandals will be unable to repack.
- If open food is being repacked, hair nets will be required – you are welcome to bring a hat to wear instead.
- Dress for the weather, if it is cold outside it will be cold in the warehouse.
Safety:
- No running in the warehouse at any time.
- Do not stand or walk on wooden pallets. These break easily and you may become injured.
Qualifications:
- Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds either individually or with a partner.
- Ability to bend down to grab the produce out of bins that are at floor level.
- We ask volunteers who have a cold or illness that can be spread by coughing, sneezing, or touching to please stay at home.
Please contact me with any questions you may have. We look forward to seeing you at the Repack Project!
