Most often people establish friendships at places they frequent, like their local watering hole, workplace or school.
So, where do you find new people to befriend outside of these spaces? And no, social media and dating apps don’t count.
If you are looking to expand your social circle, you will have to leave your home and circulate. Here are five places (other than bars, work or school) where you could meet a stranger who might become a friend.
Outdoor sports and recreation groups
Summit Sports & Social is a social venture that programs adult recreational sports leagues, social events and tournaments in the Akron/Canton area. They offer a variety of co-ed sports geared toward young professionals and multigenerational groups. Those include volleyball (sand and indoor), kickball, dodgeball, bowling, bocce ball and spikeball.
If none of those sports fit the bill, there are other independent…
