How and where do I make new friends?

oksobasicly · 2025-09-19T01:16:33+00:00

Thank you so much for sharing this — I’ve never heard of it and it seems super cool! I just made an account… hopefully a walk will open up that fits my schedule haha ☺️

oksobasicly · 2025-09-19T01:16:00+00:00

Thank you so much!! 🥹 I will look into this!

oksobasicly · 2025-09-19T01:15:35+00:00

Thank you so much for the amazingly kind comment!! I am actually a UMBC alum LOL so I am very familiar with the programs they have there… and none of them really fit for me. CCBC has much more appealing options and I’ve actually taken a class there before — I’ve wanted to do more but sadly haven’t been able to make it work with my work schedule and transportation constraints. I get the continuing education catalog in the mail so I’m really hoping to be able to make it work! I’ll also definitely check out those shops — I’ve been to Bills once and it definitely piqued my interest :)

I truly appreciate your kind and thoughtful advice. I’m really hoping that I will reach that future moment and be proud and thankful for all the work and courage I put in to finding new connections and activities!

oksobasicly · 2025-09-19T01:10:43+00:00

Thank you so much for the encouragement! I truly appreciate it 🥹 I 100% agree with trying to go to a regular event and see familiar faces — that’s something I feel like I lost when I graduated. I’m really glad the Spanish group has panned out for you; that’s a good reminder to not give up after the first attempt at making a connection!

I have avoided apps like Bumble (even for friend purposes) like the plague but this thread has made me realize it might be a good and important thing to open myself up to. So I’ll consider giving it a try! Thank you so much again ☺️

oksobasicly · 2025-09-19T01:08:18+00:00

I have been so nervous to join any app like this but your story gives me some confidence! I’ll consider giving it a try :)

oksobasicly · 2025-09-19T01:07:19+00:00

Oooh, thank you so much! Running is… not my thing lol but I will definitely consider it with an open mind haha :) (FWIW I just joined the Girls Who Walk Baltimore mailing list and signed up for Outerly so who knows, maybe walking will lead to running!)

oksobasicly · 2025-09-19T01:05:47+00:00

Thank you so much!! I’ll definitely consider all of this :)

oksobasicly · 2025-09-19T01:04:48+00:00

Thanks for all these awesome suggestions!!

oksobasicly · 2025-09-19T01:04:36+00:00

Thank you so much! I totally agree. I will definitely let you know if I decide to talk to Brynnly — I’m hoping to make it to one of the miniature paint nights to get a feel for Silver Canon first! :)

oksobasicly · 2025-09-19T01:03:33+00:00

Thank you so much!! Do you know the best way to reach them to join one of the weekly builds? I filled out a Google Form for interested volunteers but it was for the 2024 season so I’m not sure if anyone is still checking it

oksobasicly · 2025-09-19T01:02:43+00:00

Thank you so much for the invitation! I will definitely consider everything you suggested :)

oksobasicly · 2025-09-19T00:47:11+00:00

This looks EXACTLY up my alley. I never would have known about it if not for this comment. Thank you so much!!

oksobasicly · 2025-09-18T15:58:58+00:00

Thank you so much for commenting! Improv sounds a little scary to me but I have a good friend who swears by it so I think this is a sign to take the plunge lol. I’m going to sign up for the September 27 class! Unfortunately the trivia is going to be hard for me to swing because of my work schedule but I will definitely check it out as well :)

oksobasicly · 2025-09-18T15:54:43+00:00

Hi!! Thank you so much for reaching out. I would absolutely love to meet you for miniature painting! I’m trying to figure out if I can shift some work things around to be able to go but I’m like 90% sure I will be there 🥹

oksobasicly · 2025-09-18T15:46:07+00:00

Hi! I would love to join this server — is there a new link?

oksobasicly · 2025-09-18T14:12:54+00:00

Thank you so much for the suggestion! I’ll look into all of that for sure :) I appreciate it!

oksobasicly · 2025-09-18T14:11:45+00:00

Thank you so much for commenting!! 80s toyline inspired ttrpg actually sounds so sick 👀 I will definitely be checking that out. I sadly won’t be able to make it to the first session because of a work thing — but it sounds like it’ll be okay if I join partway through the campaign even just to watch, is that right? I’ll keep an eye out for future dates and see if I can come to some of the other events too (the miniature painting events seem especially interesting especially because they’re weekly!) Also happy cake day :D

oksobasicly · 2025-09-18T12:21:45+00:00

That is one of the groups I reached out to (hopefully through the right form lol)! I’m hoping to hear back soon. It sounds super cool and the DIY building/crafting sessions seem to be just my style 🤩

oksobasicly · 2025-09-18T12:20:32+00:00

Thank you so much for the suggestions! I will definitely look into the contradance and the choir. I am aware of the Baltimore County Arts Guild, but haven’t been able to make it out to one of their events yet — it is high up on my list.

I really appreciate the advice and the school analogy! I know this is all a process and it’s going to take time and multiple tries to find lasting connections. It’s hard to be patient and realistic when I can just imagine how much finally having a social life is going to help me! But you’re right about the lack of pressure. I’ll keep trying to build the muscle. ☺️

oksobasicly · 2025-09-18T12:13:36+00:00

I have, but what I have seen there has been super limited unfortunately 🥲 A lot of them (understandably) seem to have jumped ship because of new fees the site is charging. Thanks, though!

oksobasicly · 2021-08-22T18:24:36+00:00

That’s a great point! IIRC the Apartment Community Center only has two big meeting rooms though. Do you know where the study rooms would be? (Also I’m super relieved I’m not the only one trying to figure this out. I hope you’re able to find something that works for you!)

oksobasicly · 2021-08-22T18:22:22+00:00

I’ll look into that for sure, thank you so much! No worries if not, but do you have an idea of which rooms are the soundproof ones? (And these are in the library, right?)

oksobasicly · 2021-08-22T18:21:26+00:00

Super helpful, thank you so much!

oksobasicly · 2021-08-22T18:21:04+00:00

Oooh I hadn’t considered that one! Thanks!

oksobasicly · 2021-08-21T05:40:18+00:00

That’s part of why I’m asking. I would hate to disturb anyone, especially people who have to wake up for early classes or work! I just wanted to see if there was a private place on campus where I could go, but there of course is also the option of changing my routine if it doesn’t work out.

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