The Monthly Socials

There is a friendly social gathering for those living with HIV
(the HIV-positive and those who care for or about them)
in the greater Washington/Baltimore area.

The Socials are held in individual homes in DC, MD, or VA,
typically once or twice a month, usually on a Saturday evening,
bringing together 30 to 45 primarily single gay males.

Although the socials are intended primarily for HIV+ gay men, all are welcome.

This is an uncomplicated, friendly, upbeat bunch.
Discretion is respected.

Since the Socials are held in different locations each month,
directions are available through our web site, or by phone at 202-466-5783.
There is no "membership", but those who wish to do so may join our Yahoo! Group, to be notified of upcoming socials.

Click to join TheMonthlySocial

We also attempt to provide carpooling opportunities: if you want to get a ride
from someone in your area, or offer a ride to someone in your area,
you can email your specifics to our Carpool Coordinator right here.

H.O.P.E. finds cool people to host the socials in reasonably safe locations,

then “spreads the word” to the poz community about them.

That said, please be aware that the socials are private events, usually held at the home of the host.

H.O.P.E. does not run the socials, nor provide security services for them.

As such, H.O.P.E assumes no liability for the behavior of guests, for lost or stolen property,

or the physical security of guests on or near the premises.