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[quote=Anonymous]My husband and I long ago decided on a general rule that if one of us wants to go to an event or social gathering and the other doesn't, the one who wants to go out wins (there are exceptions if one of us is having a horrible week, doesn't feel well, etc.).  We decided on this after learning through experience that the dreaded event always turns out to either be downright enjoyable, or at least much more enjoyable than the person who wanted to stay home anticipated.  Plus, getting out and doing things and meeting people tends to enrich your life one way or another.  If it ends up not being so fun, we at least enjoy rehashing the bad parts after.  Sometimes one of us will go solo, but it's invariably a great bonding thing if we go together.

I think you and your husband will both enjoy this dinner if you go, OP, for the people-watching if nothing else.  It doesn't have to mean anything long term, but it could turn out that way in the event you find you click with the hosts more than you expected.  And I definitely agree with those who are counseling you not to write people off because they lead a different, more upper-class life than you.  We have a few neighbors who are profoundly wealthy, even by Bethesda standards.  They are among the kindest, most thoughtful people we know, country club memberships notwithstanding.   [/quote]

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