13 Ways to Make Friends

Join a Book Club

Am I in one? Heck no. I don't have time. And if I did, I wouldn't read novels or a book straight through, from cover to cover. Remember, I suffer from poor concentration and was saved by CliffsNotes back in high school and college. But most of my friends are in book clubs, and, I have to admit, I'm a little envious of the discussions that happen in these groups.

If your neighborhood doesn't have a book club, you can usually join one as part of the local library, the recreational or community center, the community college, or online, of course (Beliefnet has many book clubs). Many papers will post book club notices, as well. Hey, and you could start one, advertising in local coffee shops, recreation centers, etc.