what is the best way for singles to find social events in their own local hometown?

Answer 1

How about the local newspaper. Sometimes there is an extra paper full of adds and social events. Local radio station and sometimes the net will carry local events ( a local internet provider) Start going to a large church--sometimes they have social gatherings.

Answer 2

Meetup isn't a club or dating service so there's nothing to join. You can pick and choose activities that suit you. It's free so check out the link below.

Depending upon where you live, you may find a lot of choices. Do a search by zip code.