Need suggestions for a new social hobby where I can meet new people (model, trains)

[Honeycrisp]

Someone else suggested meetup.com, there are dining-out groups, newcomer groups, a slew of sports groups (biking, hiking, bowling etc) - a lot of friendships are made thru them (although the ones Im familiar w/ meet monthly and not weekly but that's prob. subject to change). If you have a dog, you're all set, LOL (there are a lot of dog groups, depending on breed, size etc). Just go to the site and put in your zip and interest. You can also put in a mileage radius, ie how far you're willing to drive, I usually put 100 miles but tend to pick the closest groups as I'm not a big driver but I just like to see what's available out there. I think also now that the weather's getting nice, people tend to do more outdoorsy things and I think sometimes the friendships made carry over beyond the group/s which is nice.

[Crashj007]

I know that going to church for social reasons seems backwards, but isn't that actually how most youngsters start? I took my kids long before they had any concept of religion and the church. All they knew was Sunday was a time to meet and play with some friends they saw only on that day. Later, in youth group the activities became more interesting, but still, an understanding of faith was beyond them.
As they matured and began to understand what faith and morality was, the church life became important as a way to understand themselves.
So what I was suggesting was simply to let this process work on you as an adult. There is nothing fake here, it is coming to faith over time.

[Mathguy]

Originally Posted by Bass101

I'm new to my area and am looking to meet more people. I'd like to find a hobby that I can do in a group setting--something social, that meets once a week or so, where you're with the same people every time. For example, I would think that a martial art would be the perfect social hobby--meet once a week, do something in a team setting, lots of time for getting to know people. However, I've tried martial arts before and I didn't like it.

I'd love to find a hobby where I can build a skill in something--the martial arts idea was again appealing because you can advance in this sport and build skills.

I'd love to hear suggestions for social hobbies I can get involved in.

I'm a married woman in my early 30's. I'd really love to meet other gals in their 20's and 30's.

I'm very un-athletic, so any kind of sports team is definitely out. I'm also not musical and have never played an instrument (despite my username), though the idea of being in a band is appealing--so I'm looking for something that's similar to that.

Here are the ideas I have, but they really don't inspire me:

1. Knitting/crochet circle
2. Language class--I like this idea but don't really have the time to put into learning a new language

First off: Kill 2 birds (or more) with one stone. ie) A walking\running group gets you exercise, scenery and socializing.

What about volunteering? Habitat for Humanity would be GREAT and you would learn some neat skills and get a little exercise too!

[stacylee926]

I will throw out the idea of scrapbooking (I don't think that was mentioned yet). My library has scrapbooking get togethers and most scrapbook stores have classes and times when you can come in and use their punches etc.

Meet up is also a great place to find a group. I have a coworker who wanted to learn more about photography and that is where she went. She LOVES it!

[chica_bella813]

Check out Zumba at your local gym. You will notice the same individuals attend the class. Or check out Yoga--You can relax while making new friends before or after the class.

[purplebeach]

Are you familiar with "MEET UPS"? It is group of people of similiar interests that "meet up" about that interest. You can find numerous meet up groups in any city (depending on the size of the city & how many people are looking for other people of "like minds"). Go to: www.meetup.com and you can specify the topic and location you are interested in. Most of these groups are public.......but a few are private. So go explore the "meet up" world!! Hope you find something!

Originally Posted by Bass101

I'm new to my area and am looking to meet more people. I'd like to find a hobby that I can do in a group setting--something social, that meets once a week or so, where you're with the same people every time. For example, I would think that a martial art would be the perfect social hobby--meet once a week, do something in a team setting, lots of time for getting to know people. However, I've tried martial arts before and I didn't like it.

I'd love to find a hobby where I can build a skill in something--the martial arts idea was again appealing because you can advance in this sport and build skills.

I'd love to hear suggestions for social hobbies I can get involved in.

I'm a married woman in my early 30's. I'd really love to meet other gals in their 20's and 30's.

I'm very un-athletic, so any kind of sports team is definitely out. I'm also not musical and have never played an instrument (despite my username), though the idea of being in a band is appealing--so I'm looking for something that's similar to that.

Here are the ideas I have, but they really don't inspire me:

1. Knitting/crochet circle
2. Language class--I like this idea but don't really have the time to put into learning a new language

[Pappy&Me]

Maybe pottery or ceramics would be fun . I started my own ladies group a few ye3ars ago and 25 women came . We lost our meeting place and sizzled out but I still have friends from that .

[Happy in Wyoming]

Attend wine tastings. These people are generally friendly and effervescent.

Volunteer at a local animal shelter. The people are about the nicest you'll meet and they do need volunteers.

[catman]

The animal shelter idea is great!

I have more friends on amateur radio (ham radio) than I do in everyday life. Especially if one lives in an isolated location, it's a great way to feel connected to the rest of the world. And it's much easier to get into than it once was.

[The Continental]

As said a jogging, walking, hiking, biking club would be good. Also maybe a yoga or cycling class.