Are you a single looking for your match, but you're tired of parties, clubs and bars? Don't despair. There are other places where you can try finding your match. Maybe you should try places that involve your interests. Try more intimate settings as well, so you really have an opportunity to get to know the person when you first meet. Here are some suggestions that may help you find other interesting singles.

Places of Worship

Places of worship may not necessarily sound like the most interesting place, but you may be able to find somebody who shares a similar faith as well as similar values at your place of worship. Some places of worship provide social events like fundraisers for different causes or other outside events. You could try joining a faith-based group that's an extension of your place of worship. Some places even try to provide specific clubs or social opportunities just for singles. If you're unsure you would want an interfaith relationship or you've had problems with an interfaith relationship, finding somebody through your place of worship may help you avoid such issues.

Bookstore

While you cruise the stacks, you may be able to find more than just an interesting book. Many bookstores have become more than stores that sell books. They're part bookstore, part music store and part café, allowing multiple opportunities to strike up a conversation with someone. You could find somebody interesting in the fiction section then go grab a seat a few feet away at the café and talk over cups of coffee. If your bookstore isn't a hybrid, there are still opportunities to meet other singles like book readings, book signings, or even book clubs. All of these opportunities provide the chance to meet someone new.

Coffee House/Café

Coffee houses also provide an intimate setting as well as an abundant amount of possible matches. You probably go to your favorite coffee house once a day or even more, but have you ever taken the time to look around? Many times there are people enjoying books or newspapers. Sometimes there are people working on their laptops or even catching up on their correspondences. There are a variety of people who swing by coffee houses. If you're not into coffee and you're wondering why you would step into a coffee house, many coffee houses offer a variety of drinks other than caffeinated beverages as well as snacks or meals. You never know who you may meet in line.

These are just a few ideas that may help you find your match. Think about what you like to do then go out and find a venue for it. By doing something you're interested in, you may find people with similar interests. For more ideas, try Love Sick Fools at www.lovesickfools.com or Loving You at www.lovingyou.com.