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  8 0 Volunteering is a great way to meet people with similar interests. Any non-profit will appreciate the help. Seattle has non-profits involved in visual art, theater, music, film, gay rights, homeless rights, helping refugees, gardening, trail maintenance, pretty much anything you can imagine. vinogatito answered in Whatever over 2 years ago | Report Comment on this answer Enter your comment or ask a new question preview THIS IS A PREVIEW: Click "Post" to submit it or "Edit" to make changes. edit Please wait… This could take a minute if the tubes are clogged.

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  5 0 What everybody else said. Also, if you hang around here on Questionland for another week or so, l'll have a Facebook group up for our monthly (or three-weekly, or biweekly, or wheneverwefeellikehavingit) happy hour Questionland get-togethers. We are a fine bunch of people who are more than happy to keep you company at the bar. Where'd you move from? What were your activities there? Maybe we can help you find something similar in this neck of the woods. Also, knowing what kind of music you're into -and what general area you're in- could help us suggest some good opportunities for you. freikja answered in Whatever over 2 years ago | Report 5 comments by freikja, Seattleburns , and James… 0 0 Oh, and welcome! And hey, if we're not too far apart, l'd be happy to take you out for a beer. lt can be hard to settle in to a new city for the first couple of months, and l've been there, so l figure why not help facilitate the process? ;) freikja commented over 2 years ago | Report 0 0 I moved from Florida (everyone says "WOW!, what a move!") and I absolutely love it here. I moved near Northgate (Maple Leaf) which is more laid back and family oriented. I am really into music and I find the show venues here to be quite abundant. I look forward to the Questionland hapy hour group. Thanks for your help! Seattleburns commented over 2 years ago | Report 0 0 What?! Why didn't I hear about this? I've been here for 8 months. Do you guys hate me? :'( James commented over 2 years ago | Report 0 0 SB: l moved here from Atlanta; it definitely is a hell of a move, but it's a nice change of pace. lf you can outline some of the types of music you like (punk? hip hop? etc?) and provide us with a few more specifics, it makes it that much easier to point you in the right direction. James: The biggest problem with advertising the QL happy hour -and letting EVERYONE know who might be interested- is that if someone doesn't check in for a few days, the Happy Hour thread gets pushed back with the old ones. l'm going to get in touch with our moderator and ask if they can please, somehow, advertise our happy hours and/or FB page where people can get notifications, because it's a fucking pain in my ass otherwise, and as you point out, people get missed. Which kinda kills the point. So if you want to send me your email via the Stranger forums, l'm under the same name, and you can contact me there so you can stay up to date. Sorry we missed you! freikja commented over 2 years ago | Report 0 0 Hey freikja, add me on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/bstrand B Strand commented over 2 years ago | Report Enter your comment or ask a new question preview THIS IS A PREVIEW: Click "Post" to submit it or "Edit" to make changes. edit Please wait… This could take a minute if the tubes are clogged.

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  4 0 Hobbies/activities are your friend. Join a bookclub, take a class, go to community meetings, go to shows. Go out and do things you enjoy, and you'll meet others who share your interests. There's nothing wrong with doing these things alone, and the more you do it, the less awkward it will seem. e.strange answered in Whatever over 2 years ago | Report Comment on this answer Enter your comment or ask a new question preview THIS IS A PREVIEW: Click "Post" to submit it or "Edit" to make changes. edit Please wait… This could take a minute if the tubes are clogged.

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  3 0 Think of what is your "church," like what everyone else said, your hobbies! If you are outdoorsy, join the Mountaineers If you are community-oriented, join your local neighborhood council If you are exercise-y, join a group that works out together. If you are political, join your local political party If you are a beer-lover, join WABL and go to their events (Cask fest this weekend!) If you are a sex-positive person, join the CSPC. If you are artsy, find a local group of artists, or art-activities group, or volunteer for one. If you are sportsy, join a team. If you are single, go to singles events (you can make friends with your non-preferred gender cohorts too!) If you like Slog, go to Slog Happy Hour. And while Seattlites tend to be friendly, they may be a bit weirded out by expanding their social networks, it's part of that passive-aggression we have around here. Don't be discouraged, it'll happen in time!!! nseattlite answered in Whatever over 2 years ago | Report 5 comments by freikja, nseattlite, and Seattleburns … 0 0 Gave you an upvote, but... As much as l support and love the people l know at CSPC, l'm not sure that l would recommend it - even for someone already comfortable with that scene. l'd honestly say hit up the Little Red Studio and talk to some of the folks there who might be able to point someone in a less impersonal, more laid back environment. CSPC can be intimidating for folks new to the scene, or as an introductory place in Seattle. freikja commented over 2 years ago | Report 0 0 Good tip! I'm not involved with either, but it seems like an active & close community. So Seattleburns, I recommend if you want to go this route, follow freikja's advice!!! nseattlite commented over 2 years ago | Report 0 0 I am not going to lie, I don't know what CSPC is, Community Service and Planning? Otherwise all amazing suggestions. Thanks. Seattleburns commented over 2 years ago | Report 0 0 Center for Sex Positive Culture: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Center_for_Sex_Positive_Culture nseattlite commented over 2 years ago | Report 0 0 Also known as the Wet Spot, and probably easier to check out under that name if you're looking for thoughts/reviews. freikja commented over 2 years ago | Report Enter your comment or ask a new question preview THIS IS A PREVIEW: Click "Post" to submit it or "Edit" to make changes. edit Please wait… This could take a minute if the tubes are clogged.

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  3 0 Co-rec soccer. My husband and I met kinda sorta through co-rec soccer, (I don't play, I hate the sport, but he met a mutual friend and she invited him to a party and Bob's your uncle). Leagues are sorted by skill levels, so even if you're not a great player, you can still play. A lot of people I know never played soccer before (including said husband). And then afterwards you go out and drink. My husband played for 6 years (and I only went to one game - did I mention I hate soccer?)and made a lot of really good friends and got invited to great parties, and many people besides us met their SO's through co-rec. Teams are generally short women, so they will eagerly snap you up. If you're interested I'll take the time to ask him how you sign up for a league. Penny Lane answered in Whatever over 2 years ago | Report 4 comments by Seattleburns , Fnarf, and Biju… 0 0 That is so sweet. Good idea, I will look around my area. Seattleburns commented over 2 years ago | Report 0 0 Wait, Bob's your uncle too? Weird. Fnarf commented over 2 years ago | Report 0 0 Bobs yer uncle..thanks for the laugh Biju commented over 2 years ago | Report 0 0 That's how I've compressed the entire 6 year history of our marriage. Sorry I don't have the website, he said he'd figure it out but then our kids got sick a million times, and we've been frantic. Penny Lane commented over 2 years ago | Report Enter your comment or ask a new question preview THIS IS A PREVIEW: Click "Post" to submit it or "Edit" to make changes. edit Please wait… This could take a minute if the tubes are clogged.

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  3 0 Seattle has a fairly vibrant social dance scene. Tango, swing, blues, and salsa all have a lot going on around town. If you don't know how to dance, that's fine. Pick a style that sounds interesting, and find a class. If after awhile, that style doesn't appeal to you, try another one. Collin answered in Whatever over 2 years ago | Report 2 comments by novabird and Seattleburns … 0 0 dance classes: Experimental College (swing, tango, waltz, etc) Century Ballroom (swing, tango, etc) the 8th Style (Tango) Waid's (blues) and many more! novabird commented over 2 years ago | Report 0 0 Thanks! Seattleburns commented over 2 years ago | Report Enter your comment or ask a new question preview THIS IS A PREVIEW: Click "Post" to submit it or "Edit" to make changes. edit Please wait… This could take a minute if the tubes are clogged.

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  3 0 If you're geeky or crafty, check out Metrix Create:Space http://metrixcreatespace.com/ Matt Westervelt answered in Whatever over 2 years ago | Report 1 comment by CrazyCatLady… 0 0 Wow! I am fascinated by that stuff and it is close to my 'hood. Thanks for the link! CrazyCatLady commented over 2 years ago | Report Enter your comment or ask a new question preview THIS IS A PREVIEW: Click "Post" to submit it or "Edit" to make changes. edit Please wait… This could take a minute if the tubes are clogged.

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  5 2 You could take the motorcycle safety course. It runs over 2 or 3 days, with participants of all ages and backgrounds, and there is usually a lot of bonding. It might seem like a lot to spend $125 to meet people, but you also come away knowing how to ride a motorcycle. And then after that, if you were to actually buy a bike and ride it... well, I guarantee. You will meet people. Oh, will you ever meet people. elenchos answered in Whatever over 2 years ago | Report 1 comment by Seattleburns … 0 0 Wow, I would have never thought of that. Maybe a good idea, riding a bike in this nice weather sounds fun! Seattleburns commented over 2 years ago | Report Enter your comment or ask a new question preview THIS IS A PREVIEW: Click "Post" to submit it or "Edit" to make changes. edit Please wait… This could take a minute if the tubes are clogged.

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  2 0 Go back to the roots of meeting people: stop people and say hello. Perhaps you can network with people at your job. If you are jobless, then hang out and see where it goes. Also, you probably have things you like to do. Where do people that like what you like typically go? Don't be weird about being in a bar by yourself, it's kind of refreshing sometimes. Adam Mohr answered in Whatever over 2 years ago | Report 1 comment by Seattleburns … 0 0 Sounds like I need to get over being shy then! Thanks for the encouragement Mohr! Seattleburns commented over 2 years ago | Report Enter your comment or ask a new question preview THIS IS A PREVIEW: Click "Post" to submit it or "Edit" to make changes. edit Please wait… This could take a minute if the tubes are clogged.

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  1 0 Welcome to Seattle, There is a monthly story telling concert at the Haller Lake Community club. There is always a featured teller, and then an open mic afterward. Refreshments and great people make this a wonderful night. http://www.seattlestorytelling.org/events/seattle_storytelling_events.html fern zimmerman answered in Whatever over 2 years ago | Report 1 comment by Sphinx… 0 0 This looks really interesting. Thanks for the link, Fem. Sphinx commented over 2 years ago | Report Enter your comment or ask a new question preview THIS IS A PREVIEW: Click "Post" to submit it or "Edit" to make changes. edit Please wait… This could take a minute if the tubes are clogged.

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  1 0 meetup.com is awesome. you can find groups ranging from dogs, to atheists, to improv. go check it out! ajmee answered in Whatever over 2 years ago | Report 1 comment by Seattleburns … 0 0 This really helps! They have groups for new people from other states. Transplants here I come!!! Seattleburns commented over 2 years ago | Report Enter your comment or ask a new question preview THIS IS A PREVIEW: Click "Post" to submit it or "Edit" to make changes. edit Please wait… This could take a minute if the tubes are clogged.

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  1 1 Have a kid. They're great icebreakers. dwight moody answered in Whatever over 2 years ago | Report 3 comments by Seattleburns , dwight moody, and Penny Lane… 0 0 I am not even close to needing friends that badly! lol Maybe I can get a dog instead? :) Seattleburns commented over 2 years ago | Report 0 0 Yeah, I guess a dog is almost as good, but after a couple years you don't need to touch the kid's feces anymore. dwight moody commented over 2 years ago | Report 0 0 babysit for my kids, you can take them out in public. My oldest does a really good ET impression and loves to watch The Office, so he's a pretty good ice-breaker. I won't even charge you a rental fee. Penny Lane commented over 2 years ago | Report Enter your comment or ask a new question preview THIS IS A PREVIEW: Click "Post" to submit it or "Edit" to make changes. edit Please wait… This could take a minute if the tubes are clogged.

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  0 0 Volunteer. Think of areas that you're passionate about and look around in those areas for opportunities. If you like art for instance, try one of the local musuems. If you'd like to go volunteer in groups where theres a some focus on socializing, try Seattle Works or YPIN - you'll meet lots of interesting folks there. Biju answered in Whatever over 2 years ago | Report 2 comments by Little Red Ryan Hood and keshmeshi… 0 0 I totally agree on the Seattle Works thing. Their team works program usually has a team or two of people who are newer to Seattle. Little Red Ryan Hood commented over 2 years ago | Report 0 0 Seattle Works is a great way to help out, but I've personally found it near impossible to make friends through it. While many people seem to join up to socialize, I'd say about 80 percent of both Team Works groups I've belonged to were really distant and aloof, and rarely showed up to volunteer or to participate in social activities. keshmeshi commented over 2 years ago | Report Enter your comment or ask a new question preview THIS IS A PREVIEW: Click "Post" to submit it or "Edit" to make changes. edit Please wait… This could take a minute if the tubes are clogged.

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  0 0 Take an improv class with Unexpected Productions. Fun people, and you bond with your classmates. SeattleBrad answered in Whatever over 2 years ago | Report 1 comment by Seattleburns … 0 0 Is this free? I will Google it and check it out. Thanks for the suggestion! Seattleburns commented over 2 years ago | Report Enter your comment or ask a new question preview THIS IS A PREVIEW: Click "Post" to submit it or "Edit" to make changes. edit Please wait… This could take a minute if the tubes are clogged.

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  0 0 I was just perusing the Seattle Meetup link that someone else posted and found this, which seems like it's right up your alley: http://www.meetup.com/Young-Fun-Seattle-Female/ Callie Bishop answered in Whatever over 2 years ago | Report 1 comment by Seattleburns … 0 0 Thank you! Seattleburns commented over 2 years ago | Report Enter your comment or ask a new question preview THIS IS A PREVIEW: Click "Post" to submit it or "Edit" to make changes. edit Please wait… This could take a minute if the tubes are clogged.

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  0 0 ALll those are great ideas, but I find that I can go to a lot of events, but still won't meet people unless I get out of my comfort zone cos people can be in their pre-established groups. At events and gatherings, it's great to use something like the crowdscannner iphone app, and start conversations with people. rosieday answered in Whatever over 2 years ago | Report Comment on this answer Enter your comment or ask a new question preview THIS IS A PREVIEW: Click "Post" to submit it or "Edit" to make changes. edit Please wait… This could take a minute if the tubes are clogged.

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  0 0 I wish I had known about couchsurfing.org when I moved to Seattle. It's a community of people who love meeting new people. It started to help link travelers with hosts, but major cities (including Seattle) have active local groups. Members post events on the forum, which you can attend if you're interested. Events range from happy hours, outdoor games (like capture the flag at Ravenna park, board game nights in cafes and potlucks. It's pretty cool. Membership is free, you just make a profile. Kyle answered in Whatever over 2 years ago | Report Comment on this answer Enter your comment or ask a new question preview THIS IS A PREVIEW: Click "Post" to submit it or "Edit" to make changes. edit Please wait… This could take a minute if the tubes are clogged.

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  0 0 come to the monthly slog happy hour! it's the second thursday of eac month at various bars around the city. check slog for location and time. Melisande Noe answered in Whatever over 2 years ago | Report Comment on this answer Enter your comment or ask a new question preview THIS IS A PREVIEW: Click "Post" to submit it or "Edit" to make changes. edit Please wait… This could take a minute if the tubes are clogged.

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  0 0 If you're a sporty person, try joining a rec sports team. Softball/kickball/soccer are all great options. I joined the Seattle Women's Rugby Club when I moved to town and scored tons of new friends almost instantly. If rugby is too hardcore there are lots of beer league type options. Ak Bennett answered in Whatever over 2 years ago | Report Comment on this answer Enter your comment or ask a new question preview THIS IS A PREVIEW: Click "Post" to submit it or "Edit" to make changes. edit Please wait… This could take a minute if the tubes are clogged.

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  0 0 Livejournal, Facebook, Yelp, Twitter, etc. Look for social networking events like Tweetups for whichever field you work in, and find communities dedicated to your favorite hobbies. And definitely get into the bars. Nothing like a small neighborhood bar for meeting fun neighborhood people. christopher575 answered in Whatever over 2 years ago | Report Comment on this answer Enter your comment or ask a new question preview THIS IS A PREVIEW: Click "Post" to submit it or "Edit" to make changes. edit Please wait… This could take a minute if the tubes are clogged.

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  0 0 From the outdoorsy Seattle Parks & Rec activities at every park/community center in the city, to the geeky rainyday Gamma Ray Games, find a new 'church'. What speaks to you? Rev.Enant answered in Whatever over 2 years ago | Report Comment on this answer Enter your comment or ask a new question preview THIS IS A PREVIEW: Click "Post" to submit it or "Edit" to make changes. edit Please wait… This could take a minute if the tubes are clogged.

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