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Old 07-03-2015, 10:41 PM
 
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Due to people's tendencies to forget all about their friends once they are married, plus my on-again-off-again boyfriend/significant other/whatever he is getting a job that keeps him out of town most of the time, I've found myself having fewer and fewer people to hang out with.

I also don't have a ton of money to spend, so things like dance lessons/acting classes etc. aren't feasible.

Anyone know of cheap or free groups in Philly that will help me make friends so I don't die friendless surrounded by 100 cats? Do Meetup groups require fees or anything?
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Old 07-04-2015, 10:42 AM
 
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Meet up groups vary, but many I have come across typically charge $1 to each person who comes to an event. Some don't charge anything, and some do ask for a higher amount for the year.
Meet up is a very good way to get out and do things; I am in a different area and have done about 3 different groups. It's a very variable group of people, (each time you go might be different group of people showing up) but it's definitely worth while checking out.
Depending on what activity/place they are choosing it really can suit you very well. Good luck and report back and let us know how it goes for you.
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Old 07-06-2015, 07:21 AM
 
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Yep, Meetup.com. Most are completely free. If not, only a few bucks
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Old 07-06-2015, 08:01 AM
 
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You could also check out the Philadelphia Sport and Social Club.
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Old 07-06-2015, 08:06 AM
 
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And just to add....

I just got married in November 2014 at the age of 40. I know exactly what you're going through, but I would also say that if all your married friends have stopped hanging out with you because you're single, then they're the problem, not you. I've had friendships ebb and flow over the years due to marriage, having kids, and/or distance. What is really interesting is that some of my friendships that had ebbed because of having kids are now experiencing a rebirth because those people want to get out of the house and away from their kids every so often! So hang in there, and in the meantime, hopefully you'll get some great ideas from this thread!
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Old 07-06-2015, 08:23 AM
 
Location: Philadelphia, PA
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I also don't have a ton of money to spend, so things like dance lessons/acting classes etc. aren't feasible.
Do you live in the city or the burbs? If you live in the city you should definitely try to find some meet up or class / club to join. I budget for about 80$-$200 a month for fees etc... Most of the things I do are only like $5 or free.
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Old 07-09-2015, 12:21 AM
 
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Do you live in the city or the burbs? If you live in the city you should definitely try to find some meet up or class / club to join. I budget for about 80$-$200 a month for fees etc... Most of the things I do are only like $5 or free.
I live in the city.
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Old 07-09-2015, 06:36 AM
 
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Join a sports league in PSN! (Philadelphia Sports Network). Great way to get out and meet people. Or you could use Tinder.
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Old 07-09-2015, 07:07 AM
 
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Join a sports league in PSN! (Philadelphia Sports Network). Great way to get out and meet people. Or you could use Tinder.
Tinder is mostly for hookups, not finding new friends. I would definitely stay away from Tinder if friends is what you're looking for.
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Old 07-09-2015, 07:18 AM
 
Location: New York City
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Tinder is mostly for hookups, not finding new friends. I would definitely stay away from Tinder if friends is what you're looking for.
It was a joke :l
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