By Diane Schmidt, About.com Guide
Whether you're moving from a large city to a small town or from a small town to a large city, feeling like you're part of a community takes time and effort on your part. Use these tips for getting acquainted more quickly.
VolunteerFor me, this is always the easiest way to get involved, make new friends and feel like you're making a difference. Find a local organization which supports your interests, then visit their office to find out how to help. With volunteering, a minimum amount of hours are usually required, however, this can range from just a couple to a full-time committment. In addition, unlike people you might meet at a place of employment, volunteers are usually made up of different kinds of people, with varying backgrounds, interests and employment histories. This can lead to further networking and job possibilities.
Join a ClubI'm not too much into clubs, but my husband swears by them! Again, think about what interests you whether it's a sport, such as hiking or skiing or walking, or a hobby, such as reading, investments or photography - most towns and certainly large cities will have a wide variety of clubs from which to choose. To start, read the article, Find Local Clubs, Activities and Groups to Join for websites to get you started.
Take a ClassFind a local class to join. The best place to start looking is at your local recreation or community centre and small colleges. Painting, languages, even belly dancing can not only teach you new skills, but will help you get acquainted with people in your neighborhood.
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