60 year old guy in DC -- How to meet more women around my age?

[Anonymous]

I'm a 60 year old man in DC, divorced, financially secure. I'd like to increase my chance encounters of, or otherwise meet more, women around my age for dating and possibly a serious relationship. I'm semi-retired and doing more things I like to do for fun (which they say is a good way to meet people). I like the outdoors and hiking, and on the trails around here I meet nice younger men and women, and older men, but older unattached women are rare. I've thought of trying to chat up women up at JoAnn Fabric or Michaels -- they're there -- but that seems contrived and it's not really me. I like to go out for a drink but in my hipster neighborhood, again, no older women at the bars. I don't use apps or dating sites as they seem skewed to younger people.

If you have any thoughts on how I might increase my circle of older women acquaintances I'd appreciate it.

[Anonymous]

Look for women in their late 30s

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I'm a 60 year old man in DC, divorced, financially secure. I'd like to increase my chance encounters of, or otherwise meet more, women around my age for dating and possibly a serious relationship. I'm semi-retired and doing more things I like to do for fun (which they say is a good way to meet people). I like the outdoors and hiking, and on the trails around here I meet nice younger men and women, and older men, but older unattached women are rare. I've thought of trying to chat up women up at JoAnn Fabric or Michaels -- they're there -- but that seems contrived and it's not really me. I like to go out for a drink but in my hipster neighborhood, again, no older women at the bars. I don't use apps or dating sites as they seem skewed to younger people.

If you have any thoughts on how I might increase my circle of older women acquaintances I'd appreciate it.

Can you try a book group or church? Older women definitely outnumber men there. Or classes like language classes offered in the community. If you like to dance, swing dancing classes and events.

[Anonymous]

They are all on Bumble. Tons of them.

[Anonymous]

You should try meetups! They have them for age groups.

[Anonymous]

Church. Definitely.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I'm a 60 year old man in DC, divorced, financially secure. I'd like to increase my chance encounters of, or otherwise meet more, women around my age for dating and possibly a serious relationship. I'm semi-retired and doing more things I like to do for fun (which they say is a good way to meet people). I like the outdoors and hiking, and on the trails around here I meet nice younger men and women, and older men, but older unattached women are rare. I've thought of trying to chat up women up at JoAnn Fabric or Michaels -- they're there -- but that seems contrived and it's not really me. I like to go out for a drink but in my hipster neighborhood, again, no older women at the bars. I don't use apps or dating sites as they seem skewed to younger people.

If you have any thoughts on how I might increase my circle of older women acquaintances I'd appreciate it.

Can you try a book group or church? Older women definitely outnumber men there. Or classes like language classes offered in the community. If you like to dance, swing dancing classes and events.

+ Anything cultural. Should also try Match.

[Anonymous]

do online dating, but just start with coffee

[Anonymous]

I think it's great that you want to stay in your age range.

MeetUp.com
OurTime.com
EHARMONY
Professional matchmaker

[Anonymous]

Church is a good place. Also, if you are interested in crafting at all, I know men who have started knitting or cross stitch or something like that. Even cooking. A 60 man who enjoys cooking (even if it's only specific things) is a great conversation starter. And gardening, lots and lots of women like to garden and may be involved in master gardener groups, volunteering at gardens, or taking gardening classes.

I know a 60+ year old woman who decided she wanted to meet nice older guys, so she decided to become a fan of cowboy music and culture (where the older guys in her area hung out!) and she met lots of good guys and eventually married one. Craft stores are not a bad idea, but you may want to take some classes at the store or at arts organizations etc... rather than hanging out at the store

[Anonymous]

And, I mention gardening because that is more popular with older women. Most 60+ year old women were discouraged from a lot of outdoor physical activity when younger, as it was still considered a "guy thing." Older women garden instead, that was "acceptable" outdoor stuff back on the day, and fun / rewarding too.

[Anonymous]

I am a 60 yr old divorced woman (divorced for almost 20 years). I am not looking for men to date, but if one came along that I liked I would definitely enjoy a date or two and whatever, I am not against it, just not looking for it.

I would recommend doing the things you enjoy, as you have mentioned, like hiking and whatever else you said. If you see a woman you like then talk to her and if that goes well, ask her out (no matter what age she is). Pretty simple but I think some guys don't do it just to avoid possible rejection. I would say, don't worry about that, just go for it.

Then, when you do have a date, make sure you are your cleanest, happiest, funnest self. Relaxed and listening as much as talking. Don't mention anything sexual until at least the third date. Um, let's see, what else....call her or text her afterwards if you actually like her?

I would avoid women you meet in bars, although restaurants are okay. Actual events are better, like a sports game or a concert or a festival or a class.

Let me know if you'd like any more advice

[Anonymous]

Paint night or painting class
Book club
Cooking class
Wine tasting
Volunteer at the nature center
Volunteer at the animal shelter

[Anonymous]

Glen Echo Ballroom Dancing: https://glenechopark.org/dances

My friend's father (recently divorced) did this a few years ago. He had women all over him (err.. figuratively). He was a decent guy in his early 60's. Not many men are into dancing, and he could dance well. He actually brought a few extra shirts as he'd be dancing so much his shirt would be soaked in sweat after an hour.

[Anonymous]

I think it would be very annoying to be hit on in a fabric store, especially if it was quite obvious that the man was there to do just that, rather than shop for craft supplies.