How to Meet Men in Connecticut

You are living in Connecticut and have no idea where to meet men. Below, you will find a few helpful tips on socializing, networking with and meeting men throughout the state of Connecticut.

Things You'll Need

• Computer Business cards Money for sporting events

Instructions

Be serious and open minded

1. Head to sporting events. You may not be the biggest sports enthusiast, but Connecticut men love their sports. You will find an abundance of Connecticut men attending UConn basketball games, Hartford Wolf Pack hockey games, New Britain Rock Cats AA baseball games, and Red Sox or Yankees major league baseball games. Buy two tickets to any of the above---one for you and one for a girlfriend---and, if possible, brush up on recent statistics for the team you are going to see. Knowing who is batting over .300 or how many goals the most popular Wolf Pack player has scored is a plus with any worthwhile guy in attendance.

2. Take a golf lesson. Many men in Connecticut play golf. If you have not tried the sport and think it is worthwhile learning the game, contact a local country club or public golf club about lessons. While your initial intention may be to meet eligible bachelors, you may discover you enjoy the sport and take it more seriously. The more you play, the more opportunities you'll have to meet interesting single men who also play golf.

3. Get involved in politics or career networking. Join a local Democratic or Republican group, keeping in line with your own beliefs and values. If your employer has a membership to the local chamber of commerce, take advantage of the countless opportunities to network with others. Bring business cards, and don't be shy; if you see someone you may be interested in talking to, do not hesitate to approach him first.

4. Take a class. From Yale to UConn, Wesleyan to Quinnipiac, Connecticut has an array of colleges for the traditional and nontraditional student. Consider furthering your formal education, or take a web design, information technology or bar-tending class. The more opportunities you have to meet new people, the more likely you are to meet men you may have an interest in dating.

5. Consider online dating. Match.com, Yahoo Personals, etc. There are abundant websites for online dating based on interests, race, religion and general topics. Men throughout Connecticut frequent these sites often. Never travel more than you are comfortable, and remember to limit the personal information you initially give out. Always meet in a public place, such as a restaurant, park or cafe. Thousands of singles have successfully connected online, and if all else fails, never rule out a popular online dating site to meet Mr. Right in Connecticut.

Tips & Warnings

• If you enjoy sports, attend local sporting events, which are attended by hundreds of single men. Stay true to yourself; don't take up golf or another sport you dislike in the effort to meet someone. Consider online dating as an option.

• Don't try too hard; avoid looking desperate and phony. Every man will see through that. Understand the downside of dating people in the workplace. Keep expectations fairly low initially.

Resources

• match.com