It’s an unfortunate fact. The gay community has a protracted history of being highly susceptibility to drug addiction. Hook-up spots drenched in drugs and alcohol have long been the norm for us. Navigating this legacy can be difficult for some and has been fatal for far too many. We’re fabulous, we’re “gay,” and if there is anyone who has ever needed a drink it’s a gay man!
Now the changing nature of how we meet, hook-up, and socialize is causing even more confusion. How do we navi...
It’s an unfortunate fact. The gay community has a protracted history of being highly susceptibility to drug addiction. Hook-up spots drenched in drugs and alcohol have long been the norm for us. Navigating this legacy can be difficult for some and has been fatal for far too many. We’re fabulous, we’re “gay,” and if there is anyone who has ever needed a drink it’s a gay man!
Now the changing nature of how we meet, hook-up, and socialize is causing even more confusion. How do we navigate our party legacy and change it for the better? How do we hold on to what works while fixing what’s broken? Did you know that a huge gay sober subculture exists in WeHo?
If you party, if you drink, or if you’re sober, you have a lot to add to this gathering. You belong here.
Discussion Topics:
• What is acceptable parting?
• When is it time to get completely sober?
• What addictions are most prevalent for gay men?
• pnp, why are guys doing it?
• Is technology to blame?
• Good drugs and bad drugs. Which are which?
• Sober culture vs. drinking/drug culture
• Would you date someone drug discordant?
• What can you do if you love an addict?
• Learning to hook-up, after getting off drugs
When:
This Thursday, July 18, 2013 @ 7:30pm to 9pm
…and then every 3rd Thursday in 2013
Where:
West Hollywood Library, Community Conference Room – Park Level
(Validated parking is available in the 5 story parking structure – park on level 3 for easy access to the room)
625 North San Vicente Blvd. West Hollywood, CA 90069
