Where is the best place for 30+ to meet women? I was thinking coffee shops as that is more my vibe than bars/late nights out, but I also feel like it's a weird setting to strike up a conversation with a stranger. The dating apps haven't gone too well and while I've had dates that go well they just aren't going anywhere like I would like them to. I'd prefer women's input on this one.

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You’re not alone, I think you’ll get a mix of responses but should definitely go to coffee shops if that is your vibe. You’ll feel comfortable and can offer to buy their coffee or a snack. Tho you should definitely come prepared with some conversation topics, compliments, and confidence. For me, I’m not much of a small talk gal, but if a handsome man comes with it I’ll chat and see where it goes

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Okay, yea feels like you’d be able to find people in larger cities

Try meeting us where we are. Grocery stores, coffee shops, book shops, etc.

The indie bookstore crawl would have been a great time to meet women. When I went in April, the only men I saw were either gay or significant others who were dragged along to carry books.

If you aren't already doing it, pick up a hobby and get out and meet people. By me volleyball, pickleball and corn hole are popular activities. So there's plenty of coed rec leagues for people to join so that you can meet people.

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Of course! Good luck

Try speed dating

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You can strike up a conversation by asking simple questions just because — hey do you happen to know the wifi password?

you can ask for a recommendation on what to drink referring to their drink

Gym.

Coffee shop, book store, happy hour (way different vibe than nighttime bars, IMO). I met a guy at an NBA game a couple months ago, so if you’re into sports, try going to sporting events or even watch parties near you. Bottom line: do the things you like doing and things you would want to do with your future partner

Library coffee shop and high class restaurants

Prob group work out places like core power yoga!

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