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Posted by becksA on October 6, 2004, at 13:37:24
I just moved to detroit after living in europe for 8 years. I am not going to school, and I work in a relatively small company that seems to be very clickish. I have looked into volunteering, but haven't had much luck anywhere...they are all groups that meet either during my work day, or are comprised of people much older than me. (I am 22). Maybe I'm not looking in the right places? I don't drink, so I'm not going to meet people at the bars. Besides, its not like I'm out looking for girls, I just would like to make connections, and friends...guys OR girls. Suggestions, please!
thanks
Posted by Fi on October 6, 2004, at 14:40:18
In reply to Just moved here, how to meet new people???, posted by becksA on October 6, 2004, at 13:37:24
It is really hard, and no magic answers. If any of the clique at work seem at all worth it, have a neutral chat when they are on there own (eg making a coffee) and get to know them a little. And if anyone else new starts, I bet they will be delighted to meet someone approachable!
Neighbours? There must be things you can share that are irritating, as a starter (parking, noise, etc etc).
Activities outside work. I know zilch about Detriot, except it is a city so will have a range of things going on? Its finding something that is available, involves other people, and interests you- could be sport/fitness classes or club, some adult education course in the evening or weekend (DIY, cooking, philosophy, salsa...)
I have absolutely no interest in religion, but if you do, church has a big social aspect (I have heard!!), if you go to one that has some younger people).
Mind you, I have a nerve saying all this as I am hopeless myself! But then I have nice people at work.
Good luck!
Fi
Posted by 64bowtie on October 7, 2004, at 11:10:10
In reply to Just moved here, how to meet new people???, posted by becksA on October 6, 2004, at 13:37:24
> I just would like to make connections, and friends...guys OR girls. >
><<< This is an election year, for Prez. no less. Get into the phone room of a local politician(s) (that is, one or two you can stand to be around). If they look like they are gonna win, imagine the winner's party elction night, and into the next morning. If you grumble and moan and complain in front of the other volunteers, no one will want to meet you. I know. That's my history. You can follow up with meeting folks "of the same cloth" at "Starbuck's" for some expensive coffee-foo-foo. Is that specific enough to get you started.
Rod
PS: Remember to follow-up, even if they're lukish-warmish.
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