[ O C ] Eat Drink Men Talk - A Oogachaga Social Event For Mature Men

[briax]

As part of the Mature Men Project, an Oogachaga project for mature gay men aged 40 years old and above, we are organising a social gathering specially for mature gay men.

This will be an informal get-together for gay men to socialise in a relaxed and casual atmosphere. A friendly way to make new friends and catch up with the old ones.

Date: 24 April 2011, Sunday

Time: 2pm – 5pm

Venue: In town area. (Exact venue will be emailed to registered participants)

Admission: Free (Any donations to keep our programs running are welcomed)

Don't worry if you're coming alone. Everyone is made to feel welcome and included. Just bring along your smile J

Due to limited seats, registration is required. Here's how to sign up by 20 April 2011.

SMS the following "mmpsocial_name_age_email" to 91516979.

Or complete the registration form on http://www.oogachaga.com/maturemensocial.

See you there!

[Guest Thanks]

Wa!!! another one cuming. Currently no working, no mood to socialise. If I found a job then, I will certainly attend.

[Guest Keen]

I am so interested to attend but not able to do so on a weekend, hope the next event could be on a week night.

[GachiMuchi]

The event was organised by OC for mature men above 40. QQafe a quaint LGBT friendly cafe was the venue. The glass panels were pasted with mahjong papers to protect the privacy of the participants. The thoughts that went into protecting the privacy of fellow participants goes beyond just that. Although photographer were at hand to take pictures, they had allocated areas for participants whom were not comfortable with their pictures taken and they even assured the participants that none of the picture will make their ways outside of the event or on the web.

I saw a couple of familiar faces and some whom had attended the earlier mature men event organised by OC. The event started off with the volunteers going around asking participants to answer questions by picking on either "Sweet & Sour" or "Hot & Spicy" boxes. Those are questions that are related to mature gay men love life and relationships, etc. Those whom answers from the "Hot & Spicy" will get a prize.

After the ice-breaker, it was time to tuck in into the delicious finger food. It was also time to mingle around with various participants and volunteers.

After which, volunteers Choo Lip Sin and Otto Fong spoke about their relationships and being a mature gay men living in Singapore as well as taking questions and asking questions from the participants. The topics were very wide and related to very general topic about single hood, love, relationships, sex, etc.

At the end of the 3 hours session, I enjoyed the food, the conservations and meeting with new friends as well as chatting up with old friends. A well organised and informed discussions for mature men and an event to get people out of their home on a lazy Sunday.

Thank you OC for the event.

[Avecinfuser]

So strictly below 40 cannot join??? What a shame I'm 38!!! :(

[junxiang]

Actually what's the purpose of attending such functions?

unless u like ppl in yr age range? if not, just u look and me, i look at u and smile

[Guest Guest]

Actually what's the purpose of attending such functions?

unless u like ppl in yr age range? if not, just u look and me, i look at u and smile

That is because your main intention to attend such an event is to hook up people and maybe..with sex behind your mind.

Its shallow people like you who doesn't realize such gatherings provides valuable information and insights to better ourselves in some ways.

By the way, how old are you ?

[Guest married]

May I asked if married guys can join?

[junxiang]

That is because your main intention to attend such an event is to hook up people and maybe..with sex behind your mind.

Its shallow people like you who doesn't realize such gatherings provides valuable information and insights to better ourselves in some ways.

By the way, how old are you ?

yr reply very confrontational. u dun even know how old am i and u call me shallow?

if u can find valuable info or insight that u want, good for u, but dun have to be so rude ok bitch!

I believe I am entitled to my opinion here right? and u too, but call me shallow is certainly one of it.

Edited April 25, 2011 by junxiang

[Guest Jo See]

yr reply very confrontational. u dun even know how old am i and u call me shallow?

if u can find valuable info or insight that u want, good for u, but dun have to be so rude ok bitch!

LOL...

[briax]

May I asked if married guys can join?

Hi Married, the only two criteria for this event is for those who are 40 years old and above and gay/bisexual male. Yes, you can join.

[briax]

So strictly below 40 cannot join??? What a shame I'm 38!!! :(

Hi Avecinfuser, I hope you understand that we have decided to fix the age limit. We know that there are no enough avenues for the older men, which is why we decided to start the Mature Men Project. There will be other events for those outside of this age group.

[briax]

The event was organised by OC for mature men above 40. QQafe a quaint LGBT friendly cafe was the venue. The glass panels were pasted with mahjong papers to protect the privacy of the participants. The thoughts that went into protecting the privacy of fellow participants goes beyond just that. Although photographer were at hand to take pictures, they had allocated areas for participants whom were not comfortable with their pictures taken and they even assured the participants that none of the picture will make their ways outside of the event or on the web.

I saw a couple of familiar faces and some whom had attended the earlier mature men event organised by OC. The event started off with the volunteers going around asking participants to answer questions by picking on either "Sweet & Sour" or "Hot & Spicy" boxes. Those are questions that are related to mature gay men love life and relationships, etc. Those whom answers from the "Hot & Spicy" will get a prize.

After the ice-breaker, it was time to tuck in into the delicious finger food. It was also time to mingle around with various participants and volunteers.

After which, volunteers Choo Lip Sin and Otto Fong spoke about their relationships and being a mature gay men living in Singapore as well as taking questions and asking questions from the participants. The topics were very wide and related to very general topic about single hood, love, relationships, sex, etc.

At the end of the 3 hours session, I enjoyed the food, the conservations and meeting with new friends as well as chatting up with old friends. A well organised and informed discussions for mature men and an event to get people out of their home on a lazy Sunday.

Thank you OC for the event.

Hi GM, thank you for your support on this event and many other stuff we do at OC. I am glad you enjoyed yourself. For those who missed this event, we are having another one in July. See you there.

[Guest OC Supporter]

That is because your main intention to attend such an event is to hook up people and maybe..with sex behind your mind.

Its shallow people like you who doesn't realize such gatherings provides valuable information and insights to better ourselves in some ways.

By the way, how old are you ?

junxiang,

Your reply suggests to me that this type of event would not meet your need(s). If you attended, it sounds like you would have an "agenda" different than the altruistic friendship that OC is trying to promote. I feel that OC is definitely "going the extra mile" to offer comfort and companionship to a group of men who may be much "closeted". OC should be commended for their compassion. As for the men attending that are more "open", they should be applauded for supporting this diverse group of mature gays.

In my opinion we need more avenues of love and support that validate the beauty of our "gay soul". There are men in there 40's and beyond that are just starting to explore their sexual identity who need a safe and supportive environment to explore their personal development. I feel OC's outreach programme meets a critical under serviced need in our community.

Blessing to OC for their vision and courage to lead our community.

[Guest With Loving Support]

Wa!!! another one cuming. Currently no working, no mood to socialise. If I found a job then, I will certainly attend.

I worry if you are feeling depressed about your current temporary set back and may be isolating yourself too much. From your response it sounds like you feel you would have nothing to contribute to the group because you are currently unemployed. I beg to differ; you have a lifetime of experiences and adventures people would love to hear about.

I feel we need to nurture and support each other in good times and in bad. This just might be the type of "distraction" you need. No one says that you have to discuss your employment situation. If anyone asks then maybe the response is "I'm semi-retired" or "I'm between jobs" or just state what your field of expertise is. "I'm a writer" "artist" ect...

It saddens me to think that you feel the mature gay community and OC are so "shallow" that they aren't broadminded enough to welcome you for an afternoon of fellowship.

Moreover, I'm confident to say that you aren't the only 40 plus man transitioning to something new. Yes, it's a challenge but you just might have some insights and survival strategies that could be invaluable to others. By opening yourself up and sharing, you might just help someone else in need; wouldn't that be a beautiful thing.

Please reconsider when another meeting rolls around.

Blessing to you and your warrior spirit that will transcend this life's challenge; besides there is always another challenge around the corner so keep fighting.

With hugs

PWA

[Guest Unavailable on Weekends]

I am so interested to attend but not able to do so on a weekend, hope the next event could be on a week night.

Yes, I agree; I'm also unavailable on weekends. I woder how many more have this same challenge? I wonder if a Tuesday night is better? If OC is unable to offer their location, I wonder if it's appropriate to offer my home?

Cheers,

PWA

[Guest Guest]

yr reply very confrontational. u dun even know how old am i and u call me shallow?

if u can find valuable info or insight that u want, good for u, but dun have to be so rude ok bitch!

I believe I am entitled to my opinion here right? and u too, but call me shallow is certainly one of it.

Intelligence and wisdom has nothing to do with age.

There are people who are 40-50 who still got the brains EQ/IQ of a 12 year old.

Such 40plus gathering is not meant for you, because you do sound like an over-the-hill frustrated 50 year plus bitchy auntie !

LOL! LOL! LOL!

[Guest Guest]

Intelligence and wisdom has nothing to do with age.

There are people who are 40-50 who still got the brains EQ/IQ of a 12 year old.

Such 40plus gathering is not meant for you, because you do sound like an over-the-hill frustrated 50 year plus bitchy auntie !

LOL! LOL! LOL!

Well said! I TOTALLY agree with you on that!

She sounded like she's totally jaded too! lol.....

[Guest Guest]

yr reply very confrontational. u dun even know how old am i and u call me shallow?

if u can find valuable info or insight that u want, good for u, but dun have to be so rude ok bitch!

I believe I am entitled to my opinion here right? and u too, but call me shallow is certainly one of it.

Did I read wrongly or what?

From your response it appears that you realize that you, and "we" are entitled to our opinions and calling you shallow is certainly one of it.

Ok, then you're a shallow bitch! Getta out here small boy.

[Guest Guest]

Wa!!! another one cuming. Currently no working, no mood to socialise. If I found a job then, I will certainly attend.

Whoever the organizer, great job! But this guy above, is one that really need help. He is showing initial signs of depression. So Mr "Thanks", please join them, its for support after all, go and have a chat and laugh, I doubt they're going to give you the look and say "eeee.. .he's unemployed". Who knows, you might find some leads for a job! They didn't ask for money did they? Make a small contribution after you've found a job. In the meantime, food and drinks are on the house!

[tic-toc]

That's enough guys. Don't turn this into another flamming thread.

World peace. World peace.