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Where do you meet someone new in Lakeland?

Whether you’re seeking a new romance or a fresh friendship, we’re asking readers where they go to meet people in Lakeland.

A couple leans in for a kiss outside Mitchell's Coffee House

Maybe you’ll meet your soul mate on the streets of Swan City.

There are plenty of fish in Lakeland’s sea — more than 120,000, to be exact — but finding the one for you can be daunting.

Whether you’re looking to make a love connection or find a new friend group, we’re creating the ultimate guide to meeting someone new. But first, we’re turning to our love experts readers to find out where you met your partners, whether romantic or platonic.

Shout out your besties, your significant other, an old flame, or a friend group and let us know how you met so other Lakelanders can follow suit.

If you’re still looking to meet someone new, here are a few places to start:

  • Exercise releases endorphins, so you’re sure to find a friendly face at a running club.
  • Hit a local happy hour to save when you buy a bev for the cutie at the bar.
  • Bond while volunteering for a cause you both believe in.
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