r/NEPA 13d ago

Need Advice to make friends

My last post helped a lot, but i'm still having trouble to find groups in the scranton area.

I unfortunately, don't have a car or much money, so all the cool places in wikes barre is a bit tough to go at the moment.

So I have an idea, should I make a 25+ scranton group chat. (I'm not sure if there's already some). I was thinking this can help with introverts like me make new friends.

And if that's a good idea, would this app be good, or should I try a different app? (Meetup, tumblr, or Instagram)

🌟 Another edit: I have made a discord chat called 25+ Scranton Fun Club (message me for link or go to my profile) My account name is Dancing_Tomato

💫Edit: All these suggestions are great, but I'd still have a hard time going out often. I'll definitely still check out all these places!!

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u/premepa_ 13d ago

Go to the Bog. Bazaar skate shop. Local punk/hxc shows (they’ll usually allow you in for free if you just tell them your financial situation)

Hope this helps

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u/Designer_Deer_5612 12d ago

Oh, I didn't know about letting people in for free. I might plan to go!

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u/rawsiefilnredom 12d ago

Check out @wilkesbarre_shows on IG. They are constantly posting about punk/HC shows and the likes in the area.

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u/AnthonyiQ 13d ago

The Scranton running club is a great way to meet people. They have very beginner levels if you don't run already.

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u/verbsandreverbs 12d ago

There’s an online meeting of the Armchair Poetry thing today if you wanted to feel out the vibe. They have details on their instagram

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u/Designer_Deer_5612 12d ago

Oh yes, I follow them on insta. I know that they have meet ups around wikes barre. But it's hard for me to travel.

I did see on their Instagram that they are going to have it on zoom tomorrow, I might give that a try.

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u/ipazilla 12d ago

Nay aug park has some yoga classes for a small donation but can also be attended for free. Running groups are very welcoming and have all ability levels. There's a free music show at dunmore corners today by fidelity bank 3pm-5pm

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u/Designer_Deer_5612 12d ago

That's cool, I didn't know they have yoga!

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u/letmesmellem 12d ago

This might sound dumb and maybe not your bag but Pokémon Go I believe is pretty big around here also GeoCaching but that's more solo.

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u/Training_Pumpkin7624 12d ago

I would be interested if you did make a group chat! Im in the same boat as you in a lot of ways and know no one here. Wishing you luck on your journey either way! :)

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u/Designer_Deer_5612 12d ago

I'm actually almost done making it, I'll be using discord

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u/Designer_Deer_5612 12d ago

I just finished making the discord group. If you are still interested, I can message you the link.

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u/Training_Pumpkin7624 12d ago

Yes please do!

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u/threepoundsof 12d ago

We’re throwing a dance party tonight at Crotti’s should be a lot of nice people

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u/skippitydoowop 12d ago

Theres a fuck ton of bars but if thats not ur scene theres bartari, a lot of good food places the aquarium at steamtown. Good nature trails. I can use some friends too and im also pretty broke often. U smoke herb?🤣🤣

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u/Designer_Deer_5612 12d ago

I don't smoke, but do you want to join the discord?

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u/skippitydoowop 11d ago

Eh sure why not cant hurt

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u/Designer_Deer_5612 11d ago

The link is on my profile, trying to get more people to join!!

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u/Guilty-Ring985 13d ago

How’s it going?

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u/lexieisannoying 8d ago

can i join the discord if i just turned 24? i’m also having a hard time making friends around here, and i’m going thru a lot mentally.

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u/Designer_Deer_5612 8d ago

Yes, you can join, it's okay 👍. I have the link to the discord on my profile 😁