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Old 10-16-2020, 01:25 AM
 
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Cheesy I realize but single/divorced/female leaving the chaos of the DC area shortly and am just wondering what part of the Sarasota/Bradenton/AnnaMaria area may be best to meet people outside of just online dating sites which I hate doing. I’d love to find some outdoor activities to join and get involved with from runs to bike rides to bar crawls quite honestly so curious what any of you would recommend. Thanks!
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Old 10-16-2020, 05:57 AM
 
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There are activity groups in the Sarasota area that you join where people meet up by interest group. First example, Sarasota Walkers has lots of members and they have weekly walks at The Ringling Bridge and other places. The group is free to join. Members often go out to eat after the walks. Kayak Explorers and More is another group that does group kayaking and bike rides. These groups are not dating groups. Single and married people belong to them. Good way to stay active and meet new people. Good luck to you! I think you will like the Sarasota area.
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Old 10-16-2020, 09:10 AM
 
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From a late 50's married guy who's lived in St. Pete, Tampa, Bradenton, & Sarasota on & off for 15+ years...

Tampa is #1, St. Pete is #2, Sarasota #3, & #4 is too far behind to mention.

If I were 50 & Single, I'd stick to Downtown Sarasota. Anna Maria is tourist-ville now, similar to Siesta Key. They should re-named Anna Maria VRBO Island. Siesta Key at least has some real residents living there, but its touristy too, especially with the younger set. The nightlife on Siesta Kay is 20-30 yr olds. No nightlife on Anna Maria.

The area behind the Sarasota Hospital is also worth a try. Its much smaller than Downown, but I like the vibe there. Its safe, classy, upscale.

I think there's a biking club based out of one of the Downtown Sarasota bike shops...try to look into that.

They do Friday happy hour's out on the lawn by the Van Wezel that are supposed to be good for the 40+ set. That should be starting up again soon.

Hope some of this helps you out. You'll love it here.
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Old 10-16-2020, 10:53 AM
 
Location: Bradenton/Sarasota FL
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They should re-named Anna Maria VRBO Island. .
HAHAHAAHA, that is the truth!!!
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Old 10-16-2020, 12:24 PM
 
Location: sarasota
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also stand up paddle board
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