Dating, singles in their 40's. Where to meet people?

Question

I'm 44, my only child is grown, and I have more time now to consider dating. I just can't find anyone to date! I was a single parent for 17 yrs, had multiple health issues, am doing better, but feel pretty isolated.

I would love to find a great companion. I live in a midsize town,yet there is really nothing to do here. It's spread out and quite boring :) I'm actually thinking of moving, but that's a whole other step in itself!
Any suggestions for a youthful progressive town with lots to do? Somewhere with of outdoor activities, water,music venues, and creative arts abundant?

I've gone on Match.com, but not impressed with it. EHarmony was a waste of money. Maybe there are tips I should know or other sites to meet quality people? [Not married ones, players,etc.] I guess you can't eliminate that'; that's life!
There aren't singles groups in my area, no park to go to,my church doesn't have any type of clubs related to this. I'm not from here, so friends are few.

Thanks!

Thanks experts, I need ya!

** Any specific dating sites out there related to hobbies?
I enjoy traveling!
Love funky art, live music.
Being near any water!
Going for walks, reading, coffee shops. Cooking, gardening.
Sculpture, pottery, rocks.
Or clubs you can recommend.

I'M A WOMAN BY THE WAY. :) THE NAME HERE HAPPENED BY ACCIDENT.

Answer 1

Well what do you like to do in your spare time?? Do some volunteer work somewhere there are social gatherings of whatever you may like to do.That way the person you meet will have something in common with you. Try a bar or bowling,baseballfield,fleamarket, Well good luck kindra

Answer 2

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Answer 3

Start a club yourself - maybe like a literary club where you'd attract a certain kind of group- environmental activities etc. You're in a difficult situation because of where you live and that is why I'm suggesting you initiate something yourself. Big city life is crazy- you'll meet too many loonies and still feel isolated! Good luck!

Answer 4

I'm wondering that myself.Wouldn't mind a companion.Just picky where they came from.Dating companies don't impress me,got scorned for thinking of a posible mate from church,bars?Forget it!

Answer 5

hey u sound like u would b a nice guy but i am no where near 44 i just 24 so sorry

Answer 6

Not sure where you live..but courses at college may do the trick..also try some group travel