Singles Event: BLACK WOMEN & THE MEN WHO LOVE THEM (women's spots sold out)
This speed mixer will combine the elements of speed dating & a social mixer plus an icebreaker game.
Date and time
Location
Gatherings Restobar
49 Saint Clair Avenue West Toronto, ON M4V 3C3 CanadaRefund Policy
About this event
- Event lasts 2 hours
Our last event in August was a success and there were several matches and a group of people stayed behind to have drinks together!
PLEASE READ FULL DESCRIPTION BELOW
AN ALTERNATIVE TO SPEED DATING! This singles speed mixer will combine the elements of speed dating and also a social mixer. This event is open to women who identify as Black and men of any racial identity.
We will have 2 age groups: 20's&30's (blue name tag) and 40's+ (red name tag). Each group will have a different colour name tag as a formality but ultimately everyone can mingle.
We will have an icebreaker activity, game and lots of time for mingling. Attendees will have 7 minutes to chat with anyone of their choice and at the sound of the bell will select another person to chat with. We will repeat this several times and then we will stop for a game and then continue mingling with drinks, and you are welcome to stay and order food after the event. It is better than speed dating as you are not obligated to sit and speak with all attendees!
No need to be nervous, just remember that everyone is in the same boat. Let's get off those apps and try something different! All within an atmosphere that has low volume music where you can hear each other speak! All you have to do is show up and just start talking to anyone even someone of the same gender! Come with an open mind and positive outlook. Every effort will be made to keep the gender ratio balanced, however no guarantees can be made.
TICKET INCLUDES A BEVERAGE .
Attendees are encouraged to initiate exchanging contacts at the event. (If you are asked for your contact information but do not feel a romantic vibe with the person, you can always let them know that you would be happy to exchange contacts but that you feel more of a friendship vibe). If you want to be connected with someone but are not sure if they are interested, feel free to send us an email after the event we will try to play matchmaker after the event is over! Make sure to pay attention to attendees names! Men typically initiate this.
Feel free to provide honest feedback to the host so future events and attendees can benefit.
Dress to impress!
The event will start promptly so please arrive early. Parking can be found in the blue parking lot underground. Registration and the event will be at the back where the large tv screens are.
Spots are limited. In an attempt to balance the male-female ratio, only limited tickets (for $45 cash, no drink included) MAY be available at the door, please send an email or direct message to ask about availability prior to the event. (If the gender ratio is very unbalanced, the event will be postponed. Please check your email the day before the event for any update)
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There are 3 options for staying up-to-date on events:
1. Follow the page on facebook for updates "toronto gta singles" and join the group https://www.facebook.com/groups/4598240670401181 for the ages 55+ group or https://www.facebook.com/groups/1118178702580538 for the younger age group up to 18-54 years of age
2. Click "follow" on Eventbrite to stay updated on our future events (lookup TorontoGTASingles" for our Eventbrite page).
3. Send an email to TorontoGTASingles@gmail.com and ask to be added to our mailing list. We have one for ages 55+ and one for the younger group under 55 years of age.
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Are you a Genuine, Trustworthy and Available (GTA) single looking to network with like-minded individuals for friendships, business opportunities, and love? Come out to an event!
Attendee requirements:
-be emotionally available
-looking for meaningful connections
-looking for long-term relationship
-looking for monogamy
-have space in your life for a special someone (good work-life balance)
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DISCLAIMER: This event is intended to cater to individuals who are genuinely interested in something serious. With dating apps, statistics show that Black women have had disproportionately lower rates of being selected compared to women of all racial groups which is why this event is being run, to help increase the probability of encountering a match.
Frequently asked questions
If you are new to these types of singles events and want to come but are hesitant and feel shy/anxious, feel free to mention it to your host upon arrival or send us a message before the event and don't worry- you will be taken care of!
We cater to all types of personalities and include activities suitable for all. Our events are designed with introverts in mind. In fact, at our event in April, an introverted woman met her current partner and is already in a serious committed relationship! She originally was terrified to come!
It is advised to come with an open mind. You may even meet someone of the same gender who may have a cousin/friend/coworker/etc who may be the perfect fit for you! Or you may walk away making a new friend or business contact. You never know what can happen so it is best to stay and see how it goes!
Specific ages are not always known but keep an open mind. The perfect partner may not fit into your list of characteristics you are looking for and may be older or younger.
We never know exactly who will show up to the event in the end (people get sick/decide not to come at the last minute/have to cancel due to schedule conflicts/etc) but we strive for a balanced gender ratio. If there is a very unbalanced gender ratio, the event will be cancelled/postponed.
We take the “less is more” approach in that sometimes having less options is better to finding someone with shared values. Our events strive to combat “the paradox of choice” phenomenon which occurs while using dating apps/attending large events-having too many options may mean being less invested.