What we’re about
We are a diverse, inclusive and welcoming group of adults 21+ of any identity dining out at restaurants across the South Shore. Please include your first name a clear profile pic and take a few minutes to answer the profile questions to enable us to easily find you at events, learn a little about you ahead of time, and have some potential convo starters. We are open to new members. We are looking forward to having you join us and meetup with us in the near future.
The SSDOMG has hosted nearly 300 events while dining at over 260 restaurants across the south shore since August 2006. Over 1,400 adults have been members of our group with over 300 attending at least 3 events, over 150 attending at least 5 events, and over 50 attending at least 10 events. Many friendships have been formed and favorite restaurants discovered!!!
We broadly define the South Shore as south of Boston along within and abutting Routes 3, 18, 24, and 95 with Route 44 as our 'lower border' for lack of a better term. However, once in awhile we do expand our wings to points further south and southwest. Our Event Descriptions have all the info you need to enable you to join us at the table. Attend an SSDOMG event to eat out for every dining occasion. Discover new restaurants, enjoy delicious meals and make satisfying conversation with friendly dining companions. Please read the Message Boards under the More tab for much more information. We hope you will have fun dining out with us on the South Shore!
If you are interested in joining the SSDOMG, please answer all Profile questions. Upon approval, please log-in and RSVP to any Meetups already scheduled on the calendar. Please be advised that we only approve individuals as we do have members only events. Therefore, couples will be declined and asked to join individually.
In order to join the SSDOMG you must have a clear profile photo and a legible first name (not a bunch of letters or words) in order to be approved to join the group. This is so we have a face to put with the name and a name that we can (hopefully) pronounce tp provide a positive welcoming warm and fun experience dining out for all.
Cash Only Policy ~ We have had a Cash Only policy since Day 1 as it's easier to handle the bill. Please be sure to have a couple of bills smaller than $20s. Sometimes a restaurant will provide separate checks, in which case you can use a credit card. Our event fees are $2 payable in cash, small bills (think $1s and $5s) only please.
No Show Policy ~ We like to treat others the way we would like to be treated and expect you to update your RSVP prior to the RSVP Deadline if you are no longer able to attend. It's simple common courtesy. You can read more about our No-Show Policy on our About Pages and soon in the Message Boards under the More tab.
As the purpose of the SSDOMG and Meetup is to actually meetup we request you please attend your first event within two years of joining. Those who joined prior to mid-2024 will have about three years. This is a new policy that went into effect in 2024 and has been (and is being) communicated several times.
(Please Note: We are working on updating our About/Description to simplify it.)
Upcoming events (1)
See all- Friendsgiving DinnerGiardino"s, Abington, MA
Join members and guests of the SSDOMG for a Friendsgiving Dinner! Grab a friend or two and join us on Thanksgiving Eve Eve as we enjoy each other's company over a great meal.
Giardino's in Abington is an Italian Steakhouse, which is a combination we have not yet enjoyed. Their menu contains many options for pasta, risotto, and steak dishes, along with pizza and salad.
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Friendsgiving Dinner
Tuesday, November 26th @ 6:45pm
Giardino's
497 Bedford Street
Abington, MA 02351
P ~ 781-878-3888
W ~ https://giardinosabington.com/Meeting Place: Inside the front door. Please wait for Event Host/Organizer to be seated. We wait till the majority of attendees are present or a minute or two after the event time to be seated. We *may* have to wait a few minutes to be seated.
Event Host(s)/Organizer(s): Angela :) / Reservation Info (if applicable)
Min/Max: Minimum of 6 total, including 4 members, at least 72 hours prior. Max of 15.
Guests: 2 per member.Event Fee: $2pp / 2024 Annual Members ~ Free / $10 to become a 2025 Annual Member. // Small bills please (1s &5s; 10s for AMs) which is collected when we are paying the bill.
RSVP Deadline ~ 3 hours prior ~ T 11/26 @ 4pm
(Note: If your plans change please update your RSVP regardless of the time as we can now access this info from our phones. Any changes after this time may be considered a No-Show.)Directions Overview:
Located on Route 18NB, at the intersection of Abington HS.Parking:
Free and ample in parking lot.~~~Please bring Cash Only!!! (The only exception is if it's clearly stated in the Event Description that there will be separate checks as you can then pay with your credit/debit card.) If you choose to bring/buy/use a GC from/for this restaurant, please bring proof of funds and no more than $20 more than the cost pp. Additionally, please bring small bills ($1s and $5s please) to pay for the event fee. When in doubt, please make this easy and bring cash. We will check with our server/restaurant about separate checks in advance and then again upon arrival but make no promises or guarantees. Please read our one-paragraph policy on the "About" Discussion Thread on the Message Boards in the More drop-down menu @ https://4142298.xyz/ssdomg/messages/boards/thread/53959273 ~~~
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**Health Guidelines**
SSDOMG requests you not attend an event if/when:
>You have been exposed to covid-19 in the 10 days prior to the event and have not yet tested negative.
>You are experiencing any sickness up to 5 days prior to the event in which you have not been symptom-free for at least 48 hours, especially if it's contagious.This is for the safety of the attendees, employees, and our families.
Please update your RSVP, preferably prior to the RSVP Deadline or you may be considered a No-Show. We do have a No-Show Policy which is in our "SSDOMG Policies & Procedures" Discussion Thread pinned on the Message Board, under the "More" drop-down tab.
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Please post any questions on the event page in the comments section.
