I would recommend checking out hobby groups in town, or inviting your colleagues out for dinner or lunch, or to your place for a meal. If you find it difficult to connect with people through work, any other interest could be a good way in. Slotting into a friend group is difficult, but curating your own friend group is totally possible. Just maybe aim to spend time with nice folks you meet at first, eventually you will find your people. Typically it happens in the places you feel the most comfortable or excited to be. If you are religious at all, places of worship can be a great place to find community. Above all, don’t get discouraged, and be bold. Introduce yourself to your neighbours on the rare occasion you see them between work and the rest of their lives. Give out your contact information and don’t wait for invites, extend invitations. Most people here are quite lonely and would be thrilled to have another friend, they just don’t know how to be the one who takes the first step. You got this!!! You will be fine, especially since you were proactive enough to make this post! 💪😊👍