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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]My mom always said "if you want a friend, be a friend." So, if you don't want to be the one to take the initiative and no one else is, then you are out of luck.[/quote]

Agreed. It's possible that no one hangs out because no one takes initiative. I would start by hanging out at work, if you aren't already -- going out to lunch, coffee runs etc. You'll get to know them more and get to know their interests outside of work; it's possible that you may like 1-2 as friends outside the office. Then you can always invite those 1-2 to do things outside the office - whether it's drinks/dinner or coming with you to an event or whatever. With drinks or dinner, you obviously have to just come out and ask. With an event, I'd keep it really casual so no one feels obligated and is coming because they really want to -- i.e. "I was going to check out x exhibit at the museum on Sat - if you have any interest, you should come." It sounds like you really like these people - I think if you make a small effort, you'll end up making a friend or two.[/quote]

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