Making new friends as an adult in a new city can be hard. People’s lives and routines are established. But, there are more people trying to connect with others than we assume. I have found that. It’s more awkward, but maybe go around your building and introduce yourself to neighbours? Have a housewarming party one day (if you feel safe to do that), and invite them over. Maybe start a supper club with some church members...just tell them you want to make new friends and you’d like to invite them over. The worst that can happen is that they will be shy and say no. Then ask someone else. Maybe ask your minister to mention it in the announcements that you would like to start a rotating supper club. Make it a regular thing to have potluck (everybody brings a dish) at someone’s house. That’s what my home group - there are several small groups who meet twice a month or more - has started to do. I have made friends to go to movies and events with that way, also.
One woman at my church started a pub night. She stood up during the announcements and said, “A couple of us are going to the Pub down the street on Friday night, if anyone else wants to come along. Email me if you want to join us so we can get a big enough table.” I haven’t been yet, but I know a couple who have. You don’t have to drink alcohol, you can drink something non-alcoholic, have some appetizers/ snacks, there is often live music at pubs.
