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    7 Secret Spots To Meet Men in 2010

    While you're scanning the crowd at a sports bar, your next date may be in hot pursuit at Bed Bath & Beyond. We convinced single dudes to divulge their pickup plans. (But don't totally give up on meeting guys in bars. We'll tell you why.)


    1) MASTERING THEIR DANCE MOVES

    "I once signed up for salsa lessons. Being in the class not only helped my footwork, but it also allowed me to be myself with the ladies...and show off my moves. I didn't even have to think of any corny pickup lines because the class gave me an instant in." -Jerry, 29


    2) TAGGING ALONG ON TOURS

    "When I lived in New York City, I used to ride the cheesy double-decker tour buses in hopes of picking up single out-of-town girls. Whenever I travel, I always want to meet locals, so I figured the bus patrons might be easy to get a date with. I figured right." -Dave, 27


    Once you meet a guy, be sure not to make one of the five common slip-ups.


    3) CRUISING HOME-DECORATING STORES

    "I've gone shopping for bath towels just because I know girls like to shop at those kinds of bed and bath places. I even went as far as to linger by the checkout line with two different-colored towels just to ask a cute girl if she thought they matched. It totally worked. And I have, like, 35 bath towels now." -Kenneth, 29


    4) CRASHING GIRLIE BOOK CLUBS

    "I completely BS'd my way through an organized Harry Potter discussion only because it was full of hot, free-spirited girls. I hadn't read any of the books and almost blew my cover when I overreached and broke the rule against saying Lord Voldemort's name out loud." -John, 23


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    5) HANGING AROUND ART MUSEUMS

    "I became a museum regular on the weekends after discovering single women love to spend their Saturday afternoons perusing art. I learned enough from an audio-tour guide to approach them and rattle off facts about the paintings they scope out. It makes me look like a cultured genius." -Bobby, 34


    6) LOITERING NEAR THE FINISH LINE

    "I'm no runner, but I became a lot more interested in watching my sister race after I realized marathons and 5Ks are full of hot women who get hopped up on the runner's high. I once got to spray racers with water as they sprinted past-wet tee shirts!-and ended up hosing down my future wife." -Mike, 28

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    7) FLOCKING TO FRINGE FILM FESTIVALS

    "I once hit up a weekly indie-film series for a month to impress a pretty yoga teacher I had my eye on. She hosted the events, which were a little out there for my tastes. At one Q&A with a director, I ended up being the only guy among nine very artistic women." -Ricardo, 23

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    126 comments

    • Stephen  •  2 years 4 months ago
      Where are the secret spots to meet women in 2010? All my friends are hooked up so the social life produces very little on the relationship front.
    • ash  •  2 years 4 months ago
      Great post Appletini! I totally agree!
    • Valerie Curcuro  •  2 years 4 months ago
      Going anywhere and doing anything just because someone says it's the place or the thing to do, isn't the best way to meet "the one." Live a life that fits you, and you'll meet other people who enjoy similar interests.
    • choo-toy  •  2 years 4 months ago
      I'll give it a shot, I meant to say.
    • choo-toy  •  2 years 4 months ago
      Gentlemen exist Emma, but after we read posts like Appletini's, we just figure we're all completely repulsive, so why bother even trying to talk to anyone and thereby make fools of ourselves? We just resign ourselves to being alone & celibate.

      I'm 39 and don't have as much hair as I used to. I know, vomit. So why bother?

      Thing is, some of these book clubs? I might actually have something to say. I wouldn't go just to hook up with someone. I'd go for intellectual stimulation. And I don't laugh too loud/too long.

      But I can't help my age or my hair, so f*ck it, I guess.
    • choo-toy  •  2 years 4 months ago
      Gentlemen exist Emma, but after we read posts like Appletini's, we just figure we're all completely repulsive, so why bother even trying to talk to anyone and thereby make fools of ourselves? We just resign ourselves to being alone & celibate.

      I'm 39 and don't have as much hair as I used to. I know, vomit. So why bother?

      Thing is, some of these book clubs? I might actually have something to say. I wouldn't go just to hook up with someone. I'd go for intellectual stimulation. And I don't laugh too loud/too long.

      But I can't help my age or my hair, so f*ck it, I guess.
    • donald  •  2 years 4 months ago
      ok the title said secret places to meet men but told men where to meet women? Appletini is not far off on his assesment that location has a lot to do with these choices. It also sounds alot like stalker ville. lol
    • Emma  •  2 years 4 months ago
      well,the only thing I ask to a man is honesty, but I think thats to much to ask. is not like I don't believe in !! true love!! I do .in some part on this world I know exist.but the more I found in my way is the kind of man that say lies for get something, may be I been on the wrong way or I am so romantic and they don't like romantic woman any more.

      somebody answer
    • choo-toy  •  2 years 4 months ago
      Oh, yeah, thanks Serta, I'll give it shor. *sarcasm*
    • Starblade  •  2 years 4 months ago
      Ladies, have you ever consider seeking a gentleman in a nearby roller rink? For the past couple weeks I've willfully volunteered my skating time at ROLLER WORLD on weekends to teach novices, young and old, the very basics of "my" sport and intend on continuing this contribution, especially if it gives me the opportunity to put smiles on a few womens' faces. As for Mr. "Zom-B" I must say this, I understand your frustration, you and I aren't much different, but I'm being more proactive to show some people, especially women a good time. I'm still single, but as long as I go out , meet people, and share a part of myself, good times will be guaranteed and I'll find my "true love" sooner or later. It's ALL about your attitude, and you need some adjustment in order to survive today's dating world, I'm JUST GETTING STARTED MYSELF ! =)
    • BRB  •  2 years 4 months ago
      this was completely useless. This should be retitled: "Where to find gay guys & Guys who are also trying too hard to meet women who are trying to hard, Like You!"
    • !Shanksta-Gangsta!  •  2 years 4 months ago
      i agree with Appletini on some of those.
    • choo-toy  •  2 years 4 months ago
      Thanks for the inspirational comments, D.J. Demento. :)
    • Sabby  •  2 years 4 months ago
      This sounds more like where men can meet women- not the other way around. Also, gay guys
    • Starblade  •  2 years 4 months ago
      From one bald dude to another, you're very welcome Mr. "Zom-B" ! =)
    • Emma  •  2 years 4 months ago
      I just want to know where I can find a gentleman, or they doesn't exist any more
      thanks
    • Miranda  •  2 years 4 months ago
      Granted, I'm single right now, so take this how ever you want. Location varies from place to place. The secret "Where to meet your next relationship"-kinda places aren't set in stone. I don't go to clubs much because I'm not a fan of the drunk-off-my-@ss types who typically are the only ones to work up enough courage to say anything to anyone. It's nice to meet someone in places where there is a common interest. IE, the book store talking about a new release, or at the theater talking about the movie that you just watched as you walk out the theater (may lead to a last minute "lets-go-have-coffee" kinda moment). Just remember that if you're out and about trying places like these, people aren't stupid and can typically tell if you're trying to hard. No one wants to date a fake.
    • Rebecca  •  2 years 4 months ago
      There, I reported it. I should have said, who instead of that. The message is still the same though.
    • yankee forever  •  2 years 4 months ago
      Doesn't anybody go to church anymore?
    • Gabriel  •  2 years 4 months ago
      Susan said: "Gabe, it's still better to find someone you like to do things with..."

      Moreover, opposites attract, and finding a compatible single to endeavor in unexplored terrain is perhaps the most adventurous aspect of dating, not to mention successful relationships. Sure, it helps to share some similar likes/dislikes, interests/disinterests, and prerequisites (e.g. nonsmoker). However, lack of compatibility is often attributable to couples being too much alike, as strange as that might seem.

      Approachability is gauged by a friendly disposition combined with sociability, minimal obstructions, and readily noticeable eye contact.

      Susan, do you enjoy playing games? It appears so. Beware of the woman who tells you she's "single", only to later divulge that she's dealing with an unpleasant divorce settlement which includes gaining custody of her two kids which you've never had the opportunity of meeting. Catastrophic lies and concealment of necessary truths aren't gender-specific, just so you know.

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