I'm in my mid thirties and just arrived in the Villages a few weeks ago to live with my lovely parents until I get settled- for several months, at least. I have already found a part time job which I'll start in a week or so but I am feeling a little lonely. I know literally no one in Florida besides the people I have met through my parents and would like to meet my own circle of friends. I would love new friends of any age- I have a lot of interests (especially arts and crafts, movies, animals, books, nature, cooking) but I don't know if I would be welcome at club meetings due to my age...? I don't want to make anyone uncomfortable, including myself. My father also assures me that there are other younger people here in similar situations, but how to find them? I don't drink so hanging out at a bar isn't an option for me, nor do I attend church. Any advice regarding my situation would be gratefully received. Do clubs welcome non-retirees? Or maybe there is a club for children of Villagers? There seems to be one for everything! Or, if you know- or ARE- someone in a similar situation, maybe you could message me.
Thank you!