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[quote=Anonymous]Part of it I think is also that since so many people in DC don't have deep ties to the area, it can feel very isolating if you're not proactive about your social life (as OP seems to be experiencing). People like having activities lined up so that they don't feel at loose ends. If a significant number of people are doing that, you'll find fewer people available for your last-minute outing.

It's hard to reach out to newer people because, how would you know? Sites like Meetup are great for at least putting some feelers out. You really do have to be almost as assertive about your social life as you would be about your professional life until your build your network of friends. There are some natural situations where friendships can develop like church or other community situations, but otherwise, people are working and/or studying (this really is a super Type A place), dating (almost as aggressively), or dealing with their families.

But that advice might not work for a couple with kids although again, there are groups that cater to that, but you still have to be prepared to seek them out and slowly build the relationships.[/quote]

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