Take a class

Be selective, of course. A flower arrangement class will probably not be thriving with single eligible men. Many community colleges offer evening classes and seminars that are regularly attended by a lot of people, among which there are bound to be single men. Call to find out if colleges in your area publish a bulletin or to get an idea of what they have to offer. A local Learning Annex is also a great choice, and their selection of classes is limited only by your imagination. Photography? Dancing? Business? There's bound to be a class for any subject you like.

Another, less conventional option is your local Home Depot. Yes, you read it right. Home Depot offers do-it-yourself classes in anything from painting a room to installing your own blinds. Both men and women home owners attend these classes. Not handy enough? Just walk the aisles and look confused (not a hard thing to do anyway). You're likely to attract attention sooner or later.

Order a Latte

Starbucks is the new bar scene, concluded a recent survey. Full of young, hip singles, small coffee houses offer a relaxed atmosphere that naturally leads to verbal exchanges. To improve your chances, choose the counter or one of the "communal" tables (the ones surrounded by armchairs are more likely to be shared by strangers).

Head to Your Local Bookstore

We're not talking about dark, convoluted little stores here (although if you like dark, convoluted men, then, by all means, go there). Ever been to Barnes & Noble on a late weeknight? The aisles are full of thirty something's casually sitting on the floor, reading to their hearts' content.

You can tell a lot about somebody by the kind of books he reads, and a shared favorite can be the ideal way to spark a conversation. Best stores? The ones that close the latest, long after all the married men have gone home for dinner.