I don't know about social events, I don't have a good answer for that. But I have a number rating for my different levels of being - say 0 is the worst depression... and I started seeking out hobbies that satisfied 'all the numbers'. Basically, there are only a few things I like no matter what state: music, electronics/computers, nice views/scenery. Still working on adding more things, but that is the strategy I've been taking... Anyone else got something good along those lines?