"I had a blast at Connections, it was well-structured and created the ideal setting for meaningful connections!"

"Connections is a must-attend for anyone who is polyamorous—fantastic organization and truly delightful people!"

"Even as an introvert, I made great connections and felt like this event was designed just for me."

Welcome to Connections, where love, friendship, and meaningful connections flourish in an open-hearted community that embraces the full spectrum of relationships. This is not just another dating event; it's an opportunity to create profound connections with like-minded individuals. Whether you're seasoned in polyamory, exploring, or simply open to new experiences, our unique mingle provides a comfortable and inclusive space to celebrate the abundance of love and friendship. Get ready to expand your social circle, seek deep & lasting bonds, or simply enjoy pleasant conversations. Come with an open mind and leave with a goodie bag full of notes from new people.

Event Schedule

Connections is a new type of event. These are the different activities in the event schedule. Download a sample program from a past event.

Hobby Mingle (40 min)

Pick between dozens of groups dedicated to your favorite hobbies, from outdoor activities and pets to favorite cuisines, arts, and wellness. Explore your passions and interests with others in 10 minute rounds.

Shuffle Mingle (30 min)

Experience delightful randomness as you're shuffled into small groups with discussion prompts, meeting people you wouldn't normally connect with. Be prepared for surprise and delight in every 10 minute round, fostering connections beyond the expected.

Brush up on your communication skills during a mid-event intermission with a talk from a polyamory professional. Gain valuable insights into polyamorous relationships from an expert in the field.

Professional Speaker (15 min)

Polyamory Mingle (40 min)

Dive into the diverse world of polyamory at topic tables, including relationship styles, orientations, and parenting. Chat with those who practice polyamory in ways similar to your own, fostering understanding and building new networks.

Open Mingle (30 min)

Meet people in a mixer space where you can approach those you're interested in. If you spot a missed connection, the open mingle is your chance to make meaningful conversations happen.

"The energy at Connections was infectious, and I felt supported and understood by everyone I met—I can't wait for the next one!"

"I downloaded the schedule before going and planned out all the activities I wanted to join. As a neurodiverse person this was exactly what I needed to find people to click with."

"Connections brought together such a diverse group of remarkable people; the friendships I made here are amazing!"

Say goodbye to awkward contact exchanges. Receive a stack of notes; if you see someone intriguing, jot a quick note with their ID. Place it in a drop box where notes will be collected and sorted. You will leave with a goodie bag stuffed with notes from your connections.

At any time during the event, take a breather and reflect in our designated craft area, featuring collective art projects. Refreshed participants can rejoin the mingles, ensuring everyone feels comfortable and engaged.

To promote gender balance at the event, we offer two types of tickets, along with a few additional add-ons. Pine tickets are for men who are open to connecting with women, including heterosexual and bisexual men. Spruce tickets are available for everyone else. Ticket add-ons include VIP status, which provides attendees with extra raffle tickets and helps support sliding scale tickets. Sliding scale tickets are discounted options for individuals with low income, students, and those who may find it challenging to afford a standard ticket.

Sensory Advisory

• Capacity: 200-250 attendees.

• Crowds: The event will be held in one large room with medium crowding. The craft area will be less congested. The halls and foyer of the community center will have low crowding for taking a break.

• Volume: The lofted ceilings, wood floors, and number of attendees mingling will create medium to high volume.

• Seating: There will be 100 chairs for seating. This mingle event is designed for attendees to spend most of the time standing, talking, and moving around to meet others.

• Food, Drink, Alcohol: No food or drink will be provided, but attendees are welcome to bring outside food and drink. No alcohol is allowed in the building. Water stations are available to refill bottles.

Tickets

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