Websites to Help Get You Out of the House

Want to spend an evening out?  These websites can help you find activities and meet friends.

• Craigslist.   The grand daddy of all websites to help you get out of the house.  Classes? Check. Events? Check. Just friends? Check. Whatever you’re looking for, Craigslist has you covered.
• Meetup.  Meetup has well-organized events, you can see who is attending, and you will often see the same regulars at event after event so you can build a relationship.
• Twtvite.   A relative newcomer, Twtvite uses Twitter to publicize events and RSVPs.  You don’t even need a Twitter account to use it, you can just show up -- but you’ll want to get on Twitter so you can keep in touch with all the cool people you meet.
• Myspace Shows. Not only does it help you find local music, it also helps you meet people, because you can find people at the concerts that likely are similar to you.
• Metromix.  A great source for club parties and local bar events, Metromix is slick and polished.  They have lots of pictures and information about the venues, so you can make a decision about where to spend your evening.
• Facebook Events. This requires slightly more work, which is why it’s last. Whenever a friend invites you to an event on Facebook, take a look at who the organizer for the event is and check out their Facebook profile.  Eventually, on any given night, there will be one or two events you can see on Facebook.