Making a face-to-face connection is great, but online meet-ups and Facebook groups can be a good starting point if youre looking for people with common interests. You can find groups to join at Meetup and Newcomers. Use Facebook search to find out what groups there are in your new city.

How do you make it interesting to meet someone?

Here were some of our favorite tips for making yourself memorable when you first meet someone new:Put on your talking hat. Be blunt, slightly controversial, and completely honest. Be a little bit unusual. Use confident body language. Trigger emotions. Be an engaged listener. Smile. Ask questions and be interested.More items •18 Jun 2016