Social Clubs: how would I start one?

[Ashley]

I would love to create a ladies social club, but I'm not exactly sure where to begin or what it takes. 

I know that in the 50s teenagers often formed clubs or gangs and planned parties and did things together (on the level to delinquent). Adults had their clubs too, men had thier moose lodges and bowling clubs and women had bridge. The type of club I would like to form would be a weekly or a monthly gathering of ladies of common interests and tastes (the most obvious being the love for pinup and retro styling) to enjoy the company of others. This could center around bridge, although I admit I don't have a clue how to play, or bowling which is fun and relatively easy. Maybe even outings to favorite vintage shops for shopping trips etc. 
Of course dances, parties and group outings to concerts would be great fun also. Basically, what I am looking to form is a vehicle by which people can meet friends, form lasting memories and have a great time doing it. 

I would love to meet some lovely ladies in my area that interested in pinup and like to have fun. I'm usually the odd one out everywhere I go because of how I dress. It's never a negative experience, but it'd be nice to roam in packs too! I find myself living for the next big meet up (RATP, VLV, Ink&Iron) just so I can rub elbows with pin-ups, retro lovers, and tattoo enthusiast. It would be wonderful to have that more often. 

So for those of you who have done this or are currently apart of a social club, my question is where do I start? What things do I need to consider etc. I've have this desire for a while, but I'm sure there are things im not aware of.  Which is why I am seeking the wisdoms of the community. Thank you all in advance for relplying :-)

Ashley

[Ashley]

How did you go about promoting your social club? I have all my ducks in a row now, so to speak, but I'm not sure how to put it out there?




Glorian Gray said:

Hi! I co-run the North West Burlesque Society- we are a monthly social meet for burlesque lovers. We have people into give talks, performance slots, and run/host workshops. The best way to start is to write a plan of what you want to do with the group, activities or just a space for social meeting etc. We have found that being fairly structured helps, people like that we have speakers each month etc, as well as just being for socialising. After that, you would need to decided on a date and time, keep it regular every month, and find a suitably central venue. We charge £3 on the door and have £12 yearly memberships, this is not for profit, we use the money for paying the travel of our speakers. Our website is www.northwestburlesquesociety.com, have a peek and ask me anything if you have questions x

[Edson Carlos]

I have mixed feelings about em, some people create them with very specific guidelines for acceptance. In my opinion that pretty much goes against the logic behind putting one together if that makes sense? Sounds to me tho like you're looking to basically pull together a great group of friends, accept all that want in I say! Good luck, and yes like @Studio Fuentes said, meetup.com

[Ashley]

Thanks Edson! You're right, I don't want it to be a snooty, country club type thing. I'm just looking to make friends with ladies of similar interests :)



Edson Carlos said:

I have mixed feelings about em, some people create them with very specific guidelines for acceptance. In my opinion that pretty much goes against the logic behind putting one together if that makes sense? Sounds to me tho like you're looking to basically pull together a great group of friends, accept all that want in I say! Good luck, and yes like @Studio Fuentes said, meetup.com

[Phoenix Arousing (Valezka Vidra)]

is there any social group in the sacramento/norcal area? Im in desperate need of like minded people. :(

[Roxy Tart {PL Team / Comm. Mgr}]

Not sure about Sac, but PL started in the Bay and there are a ton of us here. We do PL meet ups every few months, and it would be great if you showed up! Be sure to join the west coast Regional Group where we post all the upcoming events, and hopefully we'll see you soon. 

Valezka Vidra said:

is there any social group in the sacramento/norcal area? Im in desperate need of like minded people. :(