Question for you all

[deathpixie]

So, this is a situation that I've been pondering on for a while. I've talked to a few people about it, and I have some rough plans for the new year (since there's way too much going on atm for me to even think about it!), but I'd like to see what you guys on LJ think. So, here's the question:

How do you meet new people socially?

A little bit of background - I moved to Canada four years ago. I've realised recently that my social network is very small and entirely based on my roommate, due to me not doing anything about it, and now I'm getting my mojo back, I'd like to change that. So, O wise and knowledgeable people of the Internet, what suggestions do you have for me? In terms of "getting out there and meeting people", where do I go?

Comments

[cocoajava.livejournal.com]

I've never been very good at figuring this out either. Though, I've had very good luck with my internet friendships carrying over into RL. Maybe try finding some local groups that way - is there a livejournal community for your town? Local discussion groups, even an online newspaper? I'm astounded how often my casual conversations in such places lead to meet-ups and real-life friendships.

[deathpixie]

There is a Toronto LJ comm - [Bad username or site: @ livejournal.com] but it's pretty big and unwieldy in terms of meet ups. I am, however, involved in trying to start up a book club with another girl from there after a question about potential clubs, so there's a start? ;)

[cocoajava.livejournal.com]

A good start, absolutely! :D