With Valentine’s Day exploding everywhere you turn, it’s hard not to think about dating and relationships.
They say dating is a numbers game. Apparently, you are supposed to treat dating as if you’re in search of the perfect job. Go out there and network – tell everyone you know that you’re single. Nearly 40 million Americans have turned to online dating services to help them find love. Something called “Speed Dating” is becoming popular as well, and is offered at many local venues. You pay anywhere from $35-$55 to meet a dozen potential dates in a matter of minutes (no guarantee that you’ll click with any of them, of course). Nowadays, instead of exchanging telephone numbers on paper, people just whip out their cell phones and program in your number.
My question is this: What ever happened to finding love the old fashioned way? Just because we rely on technology for every other aspect of our lives, should we rely on it to meet “the one”?
With that chubby little cherub getting ready to aim his arrow on the 14th, don’t lament if you are without a Valentine. Perhaps this, our first Entertainment issue that showcases the many hotspots in the area, will help you land one for next year.
Though I’m not one to frequent bars, it may be a viable place to meet new people who share common interests—whether it’s listening to live music, watching sports, playing in a pool league or just sitting around and enjoying good conversation with friends. If you want to meet someone with like interests, you have to spend time in a place where those people might be. The Capital Region is full of great bars and restaurants—it’s up to you to put yourself out there and have fun.
Finally, I have one reminder. Though it’s only February, we’re already gearing up for our third annual “Best of the Capital Region” survey, which we publish in the May issue. Log onto www.capitalregionliving.com to vote for your favorites.
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