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Originally Posted by Ct_jewel
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! |
Hi, it is interesting that I have the same dilemma- some of it anyway. I am a resident who could be your mother so agewise there is no problem there for me. I have been to some meetings and functions and can't see where your young age should be a problem. What I am looking for, like you, is a way to meet other women other than at a bar or church who would like to go to a movie, dinner, antiquing, etc. I am married but have my own interests and so far -moved in in Sept- the women whom I have met usually socialize with their husbands. So maybe a new club for non drinkers, non church goers who want to "hang out" without the men?? So if anyone replies to your query with ideas for "women only" groups, I would appreciate it if you would let me know. Thanks, Gretchen
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