Event Overview

💬 WHO: The Asian, Asian American + Pacific Islander community and 1st-2nd generation immigrants, ages 24+
⭐ WHAT: An Autumn hangout spent in nature! We'll walk, chat, take pics, play games, and of course eat together.
📅 WHEN: Saturday, November 9th from 11:30AM - 4 PM
📍 WHERE: Maymont Park
💲 COST: $0
🎟️ TOTAL SPOTS: 24; RSVP HERE ❗️

Agenda

We know colored people time (CPT) is real so it is highly recommended to arrive by the intro to ensure everyone can be on the same page and to make the most of our time together.

11:30 AM: Check-in to the event, intros + grounding
11:45 AM: Our walk begins (trek through park to Japanese and Italian Gardens)
12:30/45 PM: Break for lunch + activities (sports, uno, photos, QOTD)
3:30 PM: Return walk begins
4:30 PM: Event ends - see ya next time!

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I bring?

1) Yourself. Come as you are! 🥰 Each person should RSVP on Partiful. We kindly ask no groups larger than 4 attend so that we can maintain intentional interactions amongst new and returning friends.

2) A meal, beverage, and blanket for our picnic.

3) (Optionally) A camera to capture nature, portraits, etc. A community camera will be available if you'd like to snap shots.

What about COVID?

This is an outdoor setting in a public space. Masking is highly encouraged and vaccinations are required to protect everyone. Those who feel unwell or who have been exposed to someone who is sick should not attend with respect for the health of others. If you have a headache, sneeze, or cough – watch out as COVID symptoms can be sneaky. Free at-home COVID tests are available through the USPS. Please practice proactive habits - sneezing/coughing into elbows, washing hands frequently, and awareness.

What food and beverage options are there?

We will have ice pops and lemonade! Please pack and provide your own meal and beverage for our picnic. You're welcome to bring items to share with others.

What can I expect from this gathering?

A safe and inclusive space to eat, chit-chat, and hang out! We encourage an unplugged experience and making buddies with someone new. Small group settings (2-8 people) and social mixing will be facilitated throughout the event so keep an open mind. If you’re ever overstimulated or need a quiet moment, please feel free to step out and recuperate.

We will have the following activities available:

• Our version of duck, duck, goose for our group ice breaker

• Frisbee, a ball to kick around, a lil' photo ops.

It will be in the low 60s and sunny! Dress accordingly for being outdoors and for having your photo taken.

What is the site accessibility?

Maymont is a huge park. We will be walking a lot on inclines and unpaved paths.

Community Values (keeping it fun + sacred)

In building a community, maintaining a safe space, and embracing the human experience, please be familiar with and uphold the following values. Thank you!

• ✨ Awareness - Be present, lead with empathy, and hold curiosity of yourself and others.

• ✨ Reciprocity - Don't just want a good friend - be that good friend.

• ✨ Candor - We're imperfect and full of nuances - let's hold space for that!

Event Housekeeping

We kindly ask that you keep these in mind to help ensure all things are well and accommodated in our gatherings.

YOUR RSVP HAS MEANING. It is important that if you sign up to attend a meetup - do so otherwise please update your RSVP. :)

YOUR PRESENCE IS YOUR PERMISSION. You may be captured in photo, video, audio, or writing to memorialize our sacred time together.

YOUR ATTENDANCE IS AN ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY. If you are feeling sick or in contact with someone sick, please kindly consider not attending with respect for the health and safety of others.

Support + Feedback

We value the process of improvement so if there is anything you enjoyed/appreciated or think there is an opportunity for better - please let us know via email or message on social media. Looking to get more involved? There are many ways to support KCo!