r/CalgarySocialClub • • Nov 03 '21

Interacting with People Online and IRL.

51 Upvotes

Hello All,

Most people coming to this subreddit are looking to make some new friends and join a community, I've met nearly all of my adult friends in this subreddit and I hope everyone can find friends as well.

With that said, I do want to warn everyone to take caution in meeting strangers from the internet alone. We've had reports of an abusive and dangerous user and just want to warn everyone here about that. We are still on the internet and anyone could be at the other end.

Here are some tips to help keep people safe.

  1. The Buddy System: Don't meet anyone from the internet alone. We recommend to bring a friend or create an event that is out in public with many people.
  2. This isn't Tinder: Please don't attempt to find a romantic partner or casual hookup here.
  3. Beware of Pressure: If someone is pressuring you to meet alone, do NOT meet them, they are most likely not looking to have a safe and friendly time.

If anyone has any more tips to stay safe while meeting new people IRL, please share them. I'll add any good tips to this post.

My intention isn't to scare people or discourage them from trying to post or make friends, I know it can be tough. All of us working together can create a safer space for everyone. This helped me at a very important time in my life and I really hope it can do the same for everyone here.


r/CalgarySocialClub • • 3h ago

An arabic teenage moving to Calgary

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Hi everyone, I'm an arabic teenage who is going to move to Calgary soon, So I have some questions please, how can I improve my English skills and is the strong language needed in Calagry? let's say I can speak a little English is it hard to find a job and how much do they pay per hour? And the last thing how much money does a family of 6 need per month?

Thanks previously,

I appreciate your answers.


r/CalgarySocialClub • • 16h ago

Shinny Hockey

2 Upvotes

Hello, 23M looking for drop-in shinny hockey on weeknights, please let me know if you guys know any shinny groups.


r/CalgarySocialClub • • 22h ago

New in Calgary

5 Upvotes

Hey people! 26F here moving from NB to Calgary in about a week or so with my partner. I’m an ambivert who likes coffee shops for their sandwiches(💀🤣but I hate coffee), I love concerts , Creative activities (pottery,dance class, etc)… any Otaku here ? I LOVE anime/manga , so if you know some cosplay events, I’m fully in! Oh and I recently tried a gun club , pretty cool!
I don’t swim, i don’t hike 😅 yeahhhh my bad

🤔What else?
I’m a native French speaker
I enjoy deep talks , cause small talks drain me so much🙃
420 friendly

Basically looking to meet new people

🌝thank you, that’s it for now!!


r/CalgarySocialClub • • 23h ago

Trivia Nights board game nights or w/e

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Hey trying to get a group for trivia or board game nights or w/e Tuesdays-thursdays type availability. Usually like once a week. Had a group going but its down to me and 1 other at this point. 38M just looking to get out and meet people. Usually tuesdays at hudsons downtown but open to wherever.


r/CalgarySocialClub • • 1d ago

Where are the 30+ People Going for Halloween?

25 Upvotes

Hey everyone, 30F here and lived in Calgary my whole life, but I’ve really stopped going out over the last few years. However, I really want to do something fun this weekend for Halloween, but don’t want to intrude on the university kids having their fun 😂

Which bars/clubs/parties are catering to a 25-40 crowd? Could be the Friday or Saturday. TIA!


r/CalgarySocialClub • • 1d ago

35 M, looking for friends

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Hey, just seeing who is out there. I've lived here for a few years. It would be nice to meet like minded individuals who enjoy winter camping and cross country skiing.

I'm from Toronto, neither Liberal nor Christian. I am easy going and get along well with everyone. So no stress here.

If you are out there send me a dm. Couples, singles, cats and dogs welcome.

If you are interested in community building let me know.


r/CalgarySocialClub • • 1d ago

[27M] Downtown Calgary - Looking to meet some new friends!

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Hey everyone. I'm 27, living in downtown Calgary, and looking to expand my social circle. I work in IT, so I spend plenty of time at a screen and I'm trying to make more of an effort to get out and actually do things in the real world.

​Outside of work, I'm into tech gadgets, staying active, and just exploring the city.

​Since I live downtown and don't own a car, I'm ideally looking for people who are down to hang out centrally or somewhere easy to get to on the CTrain. I'm not a big fan of endless texting, so I'd love to just meet up for a coffee, grab a beer, or check out a local event to see if we get along.

​If you're around my age and actually want to build a healthy relationship, shoot me a message with a little bit about yourself and what you like to do. Hope to hear from you!


r/CalgarySocialClub • • 1d ago

26M - Looking for a Badminton partner

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Hey everyone!

I’m looking to sign up for the CSSC winter badminton league starting on January 18th, and I'm hoping to find a partner to team up with for the open doubles recreational division!

It’s a 9-week season, and since CSSC doesn't match individuals by age, I figured I'd post here to find someone around my age group to play with. I'm just looking to keep it casual, have some fun, and get a bit of exercise. I'm 26M - have played badminton a little previously but not too much.

If you're down to play some rec badminton this winter and want to register together as a doubles team, drop a comment or send me a DM!


r/CalgarySocialClub • • 2d ago

Looking for some new friends

19 Upvotes

Hey all ✌️

I'm a 37M looking to make some new friends around the city. Been here a few years now, AB for 15 years, originally from Ontario. I'm self employed, fairly introverted. Alot of my time is spent in the gym, gaming, making music and recently ive been getting into pickleball! I dont go as much as I used to but still do the odd rave and show. I think grabbing coffee or hitting some game cafes would be kinda cool. Figured I would try to meet some people here since I never go out 😅

I should also add I'm sober!

Feel free to comment or DM 🙂


r/CalgarySocialClub • • 2d ago

Trying to go from shy introvert to conversationalist before January. Anyone want to game (PC/PS5/Xbox) or grab coffee and chat about life and careers?

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Hi!

I am moving to Calgary within a few months to attend the MBA program starting in January. I am recovering from social anxiety and longtime isolation so I need to learn to have a convo FAST within a short time frame since this program would require a lot of networking and socialization. I wanna come into the program with at least the confidence to start a convo and to connect with another person.

Would anyone be open to 30-60 minute “coffee chats” while we play some video games? I am also open to 15 minute virtual and in-person regular coffee chats, so please do let me know what you prefer!

I would also like to document my progress going from a shy introvert to someone who can hold a whole conversation, so I would like to record some of the gameplay convos if you’re comfortable with that, it is totally optional! And if I ever post it anywhere I will check with you first. This is first and foremost a personal project :)

I have a gaming pc, PS5 and an Xbox. I am open to any co-op/multiplayer games. Personally, I love shooters - COD and Overwatch but those might be too chaotic for meaningful conversation. My target would be people who want to share their career path and what their work entails but I am open to any convos! Please reach out if you're interested.


r/CalgarySocialClub • • 2d ago

20m looking for people to hangout with

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I recently graduated from sait and moved here from airdrie so was looking to hangout with. I like watching and playing sports like soccer, volleyball, basketball etc. im into hiking, and like to watch anime as well. feel free to reach out!!


r/CalgarySocialClub • • 2d ago

How do you find out what to do/see/experience in the city?

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As the question says, I'm curious to learn from everyone on how they find things to do around the city and/or if it'll be worth it to build something that helps find things easier?

I am already working on something along those lines and would love everyone's feedback on it!


r/CalgarySocialClub • • 2d ago

LFS

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Looking for someone to go thrifting. M3os


r/CalgarySocialClub • • 3d ago

Looking for a group of new Friends!!

8 Upvotes

Hey there! I’m a 26 year old guy who has lived in Calgary for all my life. I moved to Australia for about two years and have recently moved back after many travels. I have a small core friend group but many are either also moving to Australia or have drifted apart over the years I was gone.

I would love to meet some cool likeminded people! I’m very much so a yes man so if anyone has any fun ideas for activities or hangout ideas I’m all in.

I’m extroverted but genuinely feel like I get along with pretty much anyone. A few things about me include: I love traveling, skiing, hockey, being outside in general. I also love a good drink or dinner out as I have worked hospitality for many years. I’m also currently working on getting my sommelier diploma/wine expert courses finished. I also would love to try and get a D&D group together (that being said I’ve never done one before).

Would love to hear from anyone looking to make some new friends!!!!


r/CalgarySocialClub • • 3d ago

Moving to Calgary alone

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Heya I’m 22M and I’m moving to Calgary for grad school, I live in a dif continent so safe to say, it’s a big move, I don’t know anyone in Calgary, but would love to meet people, make some great friends, and honestly just learn about the seemingly beautiful city I’ll be calling home for 2 years.

A lil about me, I’m quite nerdy in the sense of games, anime, mythology, books and shows, I love football (soccer) and I’m always down for an adventure, yes that includes a hike tho I will run out of stamina before you.

I’m on and off in the gym, I’m 6’ so I def need it to not look lanky, love music and honestly trying anything, if I don’t already like smth I’d try it and probs at least enjoy it if with friends.

Oh I’m an introvert that’s also social ? If that makes sense.

Ig I just want to meet people, like me or not, as long as you’re not a bigot, please hmu, and let’s chat.

P.S any cool facts I should know ? And how’s the Christmas vibe since I’ll be arriving around then


r/CalgarySocialClub • • 3d ago

FC 27 players in here?

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For the first time in maybe 6 years, I've not bought the FIFA / FC series on release day. Does anyone here play? Give me a reason to buy!


r/CalgarySocialClub • • 4d ago

Seeking queer/ally friends

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My partner and I are in our early-mid 20s. My partner identifies as bi-gender and I am female. We are finding it difficult to find safe spaces in Calgary and area, and its hard to make friends.

Any advice for how to make queer/ally friends in our area? We aren't too much into clubbing. We enjoy playing video games, board games, tcg pokemon, dnd and more.

Feel free to reach out and chat!


r/CalgarySocialClub • • 4d ago

I am thinking of moving to Calgary, airdrie, or Cochrane in a few years

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Hi I 28F am currently in BC. I’m planning to move in the next few years, as I went to Calgary a few years ago and fell in love. I’d love to get to know people currently in Calgary or surrounding areas. I am spiritual, don’t drink too often or smoke weed too often. I love having girls nights, going thrifting, poetry, photography and love cozy video games. Haha :) thank you 😊 I am in ADHD girlie too and I am very open minded and love having deep talks! :)


r/CalgarySocialClub • • 4d ago

Kensington night life

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Hello my fellow Calgarians. I (34m) just moved into Kensington after a separation and am wondering what the good spots are for some late night activities. I know Hayden Block has half off meats after 10 and has a good bar. I'll definitely be going there. I'm a big cocktail guy. I've seen Pali Room on Google. For the cocktail people here, is that somewhere I should check out? Or is it worth just training into downtown for Proof etc.

Kind of looking for somewhere I can go enjoy a drink/little food by myself, maaayybeeee talk to people if I'm feeling bold. Actually talking to people feels a little crazy though. Let me know your thoughts!


r/CalgarySocialClub • • 4d ago

20f looking for friends

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Really need to make more friends here in Calgary! I love hiking, snowboarding, gaming, sports, reading, and just hanging out doing whatever. I’m only looking for other girls to be friends with so please ignore this if you are a guy


r/CalgarySocialClub • • 4d ago

34M Asian, gay looking for friends who like to try new experiences and film social media content

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As the title says. I actually have plenty of friends that I see often but I’m always open to more friends. I often host parties and game nights, try new restaurants, take road trips and look for new things to do around the city.

If you’re interested in any of these hit me up:
- board game nights
- themed house parties
- filming TikTok Challenges or just filming social media content
- new restaurants and bars
- clubbing (I go maybe once a month and sometimes I don’t even drink. I’m just there for music and to drive my friends home safely)
- dance classes
- kpop
- hikes
- concerts
- festivals, musicals, theatre performances
- going to the movies
- going to the gym. I’m on a cut right now and anyone who wants to work hard and get shredded with me, please hit me up!
- shopping
- Netflix binges at my house or yours
- Asian culture in general
- road trips to the mountains or Edmonton
- bubble tea dates

Any age and race welcome but I do get along better with 25 to 40 year olds. I tend to a bring a young energy to me. I’ll introduce you to my friends too so you can build a community here. I also really like people who just moved to Canada and are here to work temporary! I have made many friends who aren’t citizens yet!

Edit: I work remotely so I tend to travel and work a lot. Anyone who wants to take international trips to Asia with me or just like traveling too, I’m up for it!


r/CalgarySocialClub • • 4d ago

Whats everyone’s plans this weekend?

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Whats everyone’s plans tonight? It’s Friday and I haven’t b n out in 2 years. Im feeling great and spontaneous today. I’d like to go out and have fun! 27F looking for something to do on a Friday night.


r/CalgarySocialClub • • 5d ago

27F looking for friends

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I moved to Calgary from BC about a month and a half ago and would love to make some new friends! I’m introverted but want to challenge myself to put myself out there more.

I’m also a Christian, and my faith is important to me, so I’d love to meet like-minded people, but I’m open to connecting with anyone as long as we respect each other beliefs.

For fun I love to go to the cinema, or try out new places, read books and hike. I thought I would give this a try and hope for the best.


r/CalgarySocialClub • • 4d ago

Late 30M here Any FIRE folks ??

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Hey YYC gang, I’m a late 30M who moved here early 2018. Was into Tech Consulting and now transitioning to active stock/options trading and Investing. I’m almost done quitting the 9-5 race and am getting into the FIRE(financial independence and retire early) lifestyle. I’d like to meet people of similar interest for coffee meets or hang out downtown clubs/bars/restaurants..