I recently broke up with my boyfriend and have never really "dated" and I was wondering where people meet potential dates. Bar is not an option, town is too small and I'm not interested in a one night stand.
Suggestions?
2007-09-18 09:07:34 · 22 answers · asked by Samantha M 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
I know this is going to seem absurd, but, don't look for another guy right now.
Focus on your own interests... that is the best way to find someone.
For instance... I have a dog, I take my dog to the doggie park.. there are plenty of single guys at the dog park and there's conversation in "what's your dogs name? what kind of dog is she?" or
I like going bowling- join a league
Or if you like horse-back riding... go with your friends and usually some guys are there too.
check out the events in your area.. carnivals, fests, concerts...
Muscle Car Shows- Motorcycle events-
Or what ever your interests are. Except for quilting bees... that wouldn't be a good one.
But this way you'll find someone with similar interests.
2007-09-18 09:18:31 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
I think people that look for mates in a night club are only wanting a one night stand and everyone knows it. If you are looking for something more long term, go places where you will meet people you have something in common with, like a class or church. Become friends with everyone and you may find the one you are meant to be with. Or, you might find a friend of the one, and they can introduce you! Even singles groups are better than meeting someone at a bar. Although it is possible to meet a long term partner at a bar, the chances are very slim.
2016-05-17 22:24:57 · answer #2 · answered by sharleen 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A recent research showed that the best place is in the post office but I disagree with that. If you live in a small town then I would say to go to a different town and join a club there or something like that.
2007-09-18 09:12:29 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
All of these might require you to go to nearest bigger town:
1 speed dating
2 church singles group
3 group for activity you're interested in, like Running Group, Hiking Group, whatever
4 volunteer in something you are interested in, and you could meet someone with similar interests. Could be at art museum, presidential candidate, dog pound, Habitat for Humanity, Zoo; doesn't matter what.
5 Tell friends you trust who you are looking for and try a few blind dates they fix you up on.
6 Be active with friends. You could meet Mr. Right at a girlfriend's mom's barbque, you never know!
2007-09-18 09:14:24 · answer #4 · answered by suzanne g 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
A bar is the worse place to find a single, nice guy.
Parks on a nice day. If you have a pet, its a nice ice breaker.
Hardware stores. I dunno. I always seem to meet guys there. Since I don't know how to do anything handy, I ask a question..it usually strikes a convo.
Coffee shop, like Starbucks. Hang around a while...someone will come by.
Book stores. Walk around.. if they have a book ask them about it.. stuff like that.
Just be open, smile and have fun.
Good luck.
2007-09-18 09:13:11 · answer #5 · answered by aisydaisylady 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You can try online dating services, but they get 50/50 reviews. Parks and shopping centers have single men in them all the time. They are the ones shopping alone, no wife or kids in tow. The guy in the grocery store that buys the microwave meals for one and the bag salads are usually, though not always single.
2007-09-18 09:15:00 · answer #6 · answered by fangtaiyang 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Some of these Internet free dating services can be really cool, but be careful when you first meet these guys. Always choose a neutral location so you can get out if quickly if he is a loser. I believe with Match.com you can specify what kind of guy you want and what type of relationship you are looking for.
2007-09-18 09:12:16 · answer #7 · answered by Steve C 7 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Deffinetely not here. Go out and have some fun before getting with another guy. Im not saying one night stands. im saying give yourself some you time
2007-09-18 18:42:14 · answer #8 · answered by clil84 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How about taking a book to a coffee shop and keep your eye open while reading. Alot of people hang out there and they are usually respectable people. Good luck!
2007-09-18 09:12:33 · answer #9 · answered by Jennifer 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Workplace? How about school, if you still are in school? Try joining some clubs or something--bars are for desperate people.
2007-09-18 09:10:52 · answer #10 · answered by Crystal♥of♥Iris 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋