Young people in Alpharetta/Roswell/Woodstock (Atlanta, Acworth: homes, camping, to live)

[jane213]

My husband and I are new to the area and we are having a hard time meeting people. What do late-twenty somethings do around here? Or does everyone go downtown for entertainment?

Thanks

[gt6974a]

It really depends on your taste and where you live

If you just want a local bar to hang out, there's a few in Townlake up in Woodstock, otherwise head to Barrett for a few more. I'm sure Alpharetta and Roswell have their local hot spots.

Try atlanta.citysearch.com

In Alpharetta there's a Comedy Club that we drive to all the way from Acworth to attend. Don't know about bars, etc in those areas.

But yeah most people head to Buckhead, Midtown, VA Highlands.

Most late-twenty somethings that live in these areas don't do much now that they're married and in their late twenties, I'm one of them. I use to live downtown and right outside the Perimeter and hit Midtown, VA Highlands all the time, more of a pub guy. Not so much anymore.

I do more fishing, golf, camping, softball, wakeboarding these days, less late night drinking.

I see alot of couples, who never even played, doing Tennis to meet people and do something active.

As far as downtown google, Screen on the Green, and Dogwood Festival, both are coming up and downtown in the park.

We still go out but just grew out of the club/hang out at bars all night phase.

[darkone]

I'm not trying to be smart here, but you have a S.O., so why is meeting people such as big deal? If you were in NYC, you could walk down the street and meet people. Here, everyone locks themselves in their cars and homes. But think about it, for single people, Atlanta is even more of a challenge. So just, relax and enjoy the Atlanta area, instead of focusing on the faults.

[Figment 07]

Originally Posted by jane213

My husband and I are new to the area and we are having a hard time meeting people. What do late-twenty somethings do around here?

So many suburban activities are planned around children. Singles and childless couples can feel isolated unless they have joined a golf club, tennis team or other hobby-based club.

Jane, you might consider visiting some of the local churches where there are many opportunities for social interaction with other couples in your age group.

[jane213]

Originally Posted by darkone

I'm not trying to be smart here, but you have a S.O., so why is meeting people such as big deal? If you were in NYC, you could walk down the street and meet people. Here, everyone locks themselves in their cars and homes. But think about it, for single people, Atlanta is even more of a challenge. So just, relax and enjoy the Atlanta area, instead of focusing on the faults.

I was not trying to focus on faults - at all. We are young, but old enough to not want to go out clubbing. This area is pretty family oriented and since we don't have kids yet, it's hard to meet people.

I'm sorry that you think I was making such a big deal about meeting people, but we came from a place where we had a lot of really great friends and now have NONE. So, I just thought I'd see if anyone had any insight into things for people like us to do in this area so that maybe we could eventually make a friend or two.

Thanks to those of you made suggestions - we have decided to take up tennis!

[lastminutemom]

Tennis is a great choice -- it is the thing in Atlanta -- I believe ALTA is the largest amateur sports organization in the world.

It is a wonderful way to meet people. Additionally, church/synagogue is a good option, as is volunteer work. Check out Hands on Atlanta for opportunities.

[Go Blue 99]

I'm in my late 20s and live in Alpharetta (about to get married). We spend very little time in this area socializing, except for happy hour once in a while.

If I were you, I would definitely venture into the city. Atlanta has so many entertainment options and it would be a shame not to take advantage of them. Plus I never hit traffic on 400 going into the city on weekends (excluding special events).

[Brewboy]

Wanna meet people in Alpharetta, go to Sage on Haynes Bridge any night from Thurs to Saturday and sit in the bar area. That place used to be packed on those nights with happy hour and so forth. Usually a crowd from their late
20's to mid 30's.

[LadyEsquire]

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[AtlantaCruiser]

Thanks for the heads up on this one. My wife and I will have to try this place out. We are also mid-to-late 20's and have found it hard to meet people close to our own age out here (been here 7 months).

Originally Posted by Brewboy

Wanna meet people in Alpharetta, go to Sage on Haynes Bridge any night from Thurs to Saturday and sit in the bar area. That place used to be packed on those nights with happy hour and so forth. Usually a crowd from their late
20's to mid 30's.