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  • How To Meet New People In A New Area?

    Almost everyone in their lifetime will have moved at least once, either from the place they grew up in or perhaps a new job can cause people to leave their social life and a strong link of friends behind to make a go of it in a new city. Consequently, everyone is keen to meet new people in a new area and here are a couple of tips how to do so.

     

    Being Active

    It is very easy to relocate to a big town and be very excited to do lots of different fun things and click ‘going’ on different events, however there is a big difference to actually going ahead and turning up to these things, rather than having a load of your old friends commenting on your post saying ‘have fun, glad you are mixing out’. You must stay on your toes, be open-minded and have a go-get attitude. Sign up to MixingOut and meet like-minded who love going out all the time. Once attending these events make sure to be kind, open and charming and people will be drawn to you and making friends will become very simple and fun.

     

    Mutual friends

    MixingOut is obviously the best way to meet new people but you can also find ‘Friends of friends’ to expand your social circle. It is fascinating how the world is such a small place and everyone is interlinked, hence the theory of six handshakes. Especially, with modern technology and social networking of today, finding mutual friends has never been easier. Those mutual friends will not only make an addition to your friends list yet also will introduce you to others and so on.

     

    Take advantage of your situation

    If you have moved, you have done so for a reason, most of the time the reason is work. Take advantage at the work place, make sure to introduce yourself to colleagues and strike up conversation. A work place on its own will offer many opportunities to make friends, as some would be in the same position that you are in. There would be plenty of corporate events, parties, seminars etc. Nonetheless, the reason that you chose to move to an area is irrelevant. As long as you don’t waste time and make the most any social situation you are part of.

     

    On the whole, meeting new people is a wonderful exercise as it is fun and exciting, sometimes a bit nerve wrecking of course, however it takes you out of your comfort zone and lets you enjoy the amazing experience of socializing. MixingOut is the easiest way to have fun and meet new people, who are just like you. So, what are you reading this for, get on the site and join some events!

  • Struggling To Find Things To Do In The Evenings?

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    Work can be overwhelming and sometimes there is no time to plan or actively search for things to do in the evenings. This is why MixingOut is such a great place for people who are busy and want to be able to get involved in a variety of different events in the evening, ranging from dog walks to pub quizzes to going out to nightclubs. MixingOut is a great place to make friends and enhance your social life, but most importantly to have some FUN!

    A ton of events in your area

    MixingOut is very convenient, as soon as you register on the website, you will need to enter your postcode which will allow the system to come up with dozens of different evening events which are in your area. The interface of the website is very simple and in the section – ‘what’s on’ you will be able to see all that goes on around you. It is very simple to find something to do in the evening as many are keen to be joined for a nice dinner at, for instance, Jamie Oliver’s restaurant and some would want to hit the nightclubs of Nottingham. Yet, it’s not all going out, there is a lot of relaxing stuff, such as, chilled out dog walks with friends or afternoon tea. Sometimes it is as simple as a few people getting together in the evening to have a few drinks and play some cards.

    Meeting new people

    MixingOut is a great place to meet new people, as it is primarily a platform, which serves the purpose of bringing people closer together and allowing people to make new friends in order to make your evenings more exciting and fun. The website allows you to create your own events, which is a fantastic opportunity to invite people who are just like you to an event of your choosing, for example, you could suggest an evening trip to the cinema for Thursday night since no one wants to miss Kung-Fu Panda 3! Whatever the activity is your evenings should be cheerful in the warm company of your newly made friends.

    Huge amount of fun

    Evenings are all about having fun, after a stressful day at work, or perhaps a dull one, all one wants to do is brighten up the mood, MixingOut recognises this and is keen to offer you the most exciting, up-to-date events in your area and the surroundings. There is a ton of stuff happening around you which you might not even realise is going on, so if you are sitting at home on Friday afternoon and dreaming about a weekend trip to Amsterdam, look no further as MixingOut will almost definitely have all your evening desires already planned and people notified.

    To find out what’s on in your area sign up for free with MixingOut right here: http://mixingout.com/

  • Hot Events in Derby This April?

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    Come April, the weather could be better or could be worse but for those not going all the way to Bermuda for some fun and sun, Derby has quite a lot to offer! Let’s take a look at some fantastic upcoming events in Derby this April…

    Rock’n Roll Back the Years

    Kicking off the post Easter season is Dave Hamilton’s Rock’n Roll Back the Years at the Guildhall Theatre on the 1st of April. This retro show is fun and just a little bit different from the usual weekend do, a chance to let loose with some friends and enjoy the beat of olden times. There will be a live band – The Fugitives in addition to the spectacular singers, Ash Denver and the Tiffany Girls. David Hamilton will bring the audience a unique experience as of his association over the years with legendary artists such as Roy Orbison, Cliff Richard, The Beatles and many more.

    Ladyboys of Bangkok

    Alternatively, the Ladyboys of Bangkok, performing at Sabai Pavilion the same night, provide the kind of euphoric entertainment that makes a weekend to remember, with their electric musical tributes and dazzling costumes. With the tickets ranging from £16 to £36 this cabaret experience will involve the music of pop icons such as Rihanna, Shakira and One Direction. The show will astound the spectators with elegant, yet rigorous choreography and the flawlessly beautiful appearance of the dancers will make your jaws drop.

    Kate Smurthwaite

    On April 29th, feminist, atheist comedian Kate Smurthwaite is sharing her controversial and award winning humour with audiences at The Bean Cafe. Combine with good friends and even better wine and can’t beat it for a ladies night out. Tickets will start at around £8 yet this one is definitely not to miss as Kate is know for her unorthodox comic approach of getting straight to the point so beware of the full on rib-tickling galore.

    The Print Project

    How about a cultural? The Print Project at the Deda is exhibiting until April 30th. The Print Project Group began in 1999 by people who shared a passion for monochrome photographs, aiming to build a community around their interest. The event will showcase paintings by Wanda Brookes, revolving around her passion for the Derbyshire landscape, which is inspired by her childhood memories playing in the beautiful universe of the countryside.

    2Q Festival

    This is an exclusive opportunity for the music lovers as the new multi-venue festival has hit Derby with headlines such as Little Comets, We are the Ocean and James Walsh ranging from six different locations starting at the Guildhall Theatre and finishing at the Vines. This festival will see many up and coming artists who will set of the summer vibes with some exceptional live music. The event will happen on the 9th of April and if a success the 2Q festival will become an annual endeavour with more artists and more venues.

  • Why Now is the Time to Meet New People in Nottingham

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    If you are living in Nottingham, then with spring approaching, there is an excellent new way to meet loads of exciting people and enjoy a lively, fun-packed social scene. MixingOut is like nothing you will have ever experienced before, and it’s a terrific way to get out and about and do some really cool stuff.

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    So how does it work?

    The MixingOut community offers an excellent opportunity to anyone that is looking for a way to go out and meet new people in Nottingham. It’s the friendliest place to be for people that want to meet up and enjoy a night out or a lunch trip. Active members of the site get involved and enjoy a range of experiences, and if you too are outgoing and friendly, then there is no place like it to meet up with good company and to get to know a ton of people just like you that are in your area.

    Why do I need to join MixingOut?

    No matter how outgoing you are, if you want to meet new people in Nottingham, you could always do with a little help. There are so many site members in your area that are dying to meet new people like you and would love to go out for a night out with you. One of the best reasons to join MixingOut is probably because it is growing so fast, but is on the lookout for new members. Someone like you that wants to get the most out of what the local area has to offer. Whatever you enjoy, you can be sure that there is someone in the MixingOut community that will enjoy doing it with you.

    Social networking has never been so enjoyable

    Everybody enjoys a good old natter with friends online, but with MixingOut, you can arrange to meet new people in Nottingham safely, enjoy spontaneous fun and form a network of real friends that you can meet on a regular basis. There is a great buzz in the community and people in it come from a wide range of age groups and backgrounds. They also have many interests, so you can do what you like doing best or discover something new. If you want to become part of what’s going on and meet new people in Nottingham, then joining up is recommended. For ‘Ladies that Lunch’ events, regular meals, and brilliant nights out MixingOut is number one in the city.

    So what type of person joins the MixingOut community?

    Anyone who is looking for a good time and enjoys fantastic nights/days out is always welcome. If you enjoy meeting new people and having maximum fun, then this site is definitely for you. If you want to find out what’s going on in your city, then the best way is to buddy up with other people looking to do exactly the same. You will be amazed how welcoming people are and how there is always room for one more friendly face.

    Work hard but play hard because Nottingham has so much to offer.

    Click here to sign up.

  • 5 Events To Look Out For This March

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    The January blues are over and the credit cards should be looking slightly better now. More good news is that March is only next week so bring on the spring! We’ve got a lot planned for March as the year starts to really hot up for things to do.

    Meal at Le Bistrot Pierre

    When: Saturday 5th March
    Where: Derby

    Join us for a meal at Le Bistrot Pierre followed by drinks in town. New members are always welcome.

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    Curry night

    When: Friday 11th March
    Where: Leeds

    Come and join me for some nice Indian food at Aagrah in Leeds City Centre. We can then sample some bars afterwards.

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    Nottingham Newbies Ladies Lunch

    When: Saturday 12th March
    Where: Nottingham

    Hard day shopping? Come and unwind over a bite to eat and meet some friendly faces!

    Join me for the second of the Nottingham starter events and have a proper Saturday afternoon doing stuff that matters! Good food and great conversation are on the menu so why not treat yourself and come have some fun!

    Book on quick!

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    Afternoon Tea

    When: Saturday 19th March
    Where: Derby

    Meet up and enjoy a coffee/tea and the choice to have something light or the choice of afternoon tea in the ralaxing ambience at Bennett’s Tea Rooms….This is open to all members and any newcomers that don’t want the pressure of a night out.
    Afternoon tea consists of sandwiches,snacks and little cakes with pots of tea at a cost of £22 and is usually shared between 2. Although I have known them to do afternoon tea for 1 person, as I said there are other snacks and meals to choose from their menu.. So a Latte and a toasted tea cake is around the £5 mark.

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    Eat, Drink, Bowl 🙂

    When: Thursday 24th March
    Where: Leeds

    To begin the Easter break, an evening of fun and laughter with jovial competition, food and drink 🙂

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    All these along with our other fun days and nights out are sure to make your March calendar brimming with fun things to do!

    Check out all the other events we have coming up on our site:
    http://mixingout.com/socialEvent/What-is-on

     

  • Your Christmas Day Itinerary 2015

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    Waking up

    The one time of the year when having young children actually serves as a welcome wakeup-call. Otherwise you would probably sleep through the entire festivities, having celebrated heavily the night before.

    If you don’t have kids, don’t worry, you’re bound to know some idiot who thinks it would be a good idea to send you a “merry xmas” text at eight in the sodding morning.

    Presents (round 1)

    This is where the first official round of present-opening takes place, the ones that have been positioned perfectly under your tree like a beautiful, ornate scene out of a Christmas catalogue… soon to resemble the opening scenes from Saving Private Ryan.

    Tidying up (round 1)

    Roughy three minutes later, give or take, depending on how well you were able to locate those tricky taped-down corners and peel off the sellotape, it’s time to bag everything up… a bit like the closing scene from Saving Private Ryan.

    The come down

    It’s only ten in the morning and already the novelty of Christmas has completely worn off. It may have something to do with the fact that your adrenaline levels have depleted exponentially after the initial buildup, or maybe it’s because you didn’t get that PS4/ Dolce & Gabana set you’d been hinting at for so long. Either way, it’s just a day like any other now, it’s not even snowing, and you couldn’t care less.

    Seeing relatives

    Depending on how much you actually like your extended family, this will either be an imposition or a massive imposition. It makes no difference if you’re going round to theirs or it’s the other way around; you have to make an effort of some sorts and it hurts.

    Presents (round 2)

    This is where you have to physically exchange gifts like two converging tribes who are secretly fragile and apologetic on the inside. Just open your present, smile, and move on to the next.

    Never, I repeat never, say what you have just received out loud. This is a blatant sign of feigning gratification. Nobody has ever opened a 55inch television and said “Ahhh, a 55 inch television!”.

    Tidying up (round 2)

    This time it’s fine. Your mum will do it.

    Christmas lunch and the airing of truths

    By now you’ve probably consumed copious amounts of alcohol and chocolate, which, contrary to belief, does not ruin your appetite. Alcohol does, however, inhibit your ability to remain civil at the dinner table and you will probably make a snide remark about the turkey, or mention the fact that Dam Busters isn’t a proper Christmas movie, no matter what your grandad used to say.

  • Gift Ideas for Christmas 2015

    Nothing consolidates friendship better than good gift-giving… at least that’s what some of our mates usually say around this time of year. So in the spirit of things, we’ve decided to do a rundown of some the best presents for Christmas 2015.

    For your bloke mate who likes his food Curry and chips flavoured chocolate
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    Inspired by the nations favourite takeaway dish – after a few pints presumably – this chocolatey creation is flavoured with a mild Midas and topped with crunch, salty chips.
    Lads, at just under £4:00, this would make a cool stocking filler for your best bloke mate, not your other half.

    For your ‘it-girl’ mate Emergency Gin and Tonic Kit
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    This ‘emergency kit’ contains all the essential ingredients for gin, should your local off license run out, or a zombie apocalypse lead to scarce resources and looting. Either way, everything you need is freshly packed into this tight little container.

    For your posh mate Bath Tea Bag Box
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    Fragranced with essential oils and infused with different smelling tea leaves, including mandarin and orange blossom, Lime and cedarwood, and tuberose and jasmine, these bath bags will leave the tub as warm and cosy as a steaming mug of tea.

    For your mate with twisted humour Misfortune cookies
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    Sweet, crumbly, and brilliantly macabre. These fortune cookies contain a wicked twist and that’s all part of the fun. Your mate will have a laugh cracking these open at the next family dinner.

    For your geek mate Sphero BB-8
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    If you value your friendship at £129.99 or more, then your geekiest mate will definitely get a kick out of this BB-8 droid from the upcoming Star Wars movie. Controlled by smartphone, in the same way as previous Sphero models, BB-8 roams around with authentic movements, lights, and sounds.

  • Things to Do in Derby This Month

    In the run up to Christmas, there’s always something going on to be enjoyed with friends – whether that’s taking in the festive joys of the turning on of the Christmas lights, or something a little bit different.

    We’ve round up some of the best things to do in Derby this month, so you can go out and have some fun, even when it’s cold!

    Christmas Lights Big Switch-On Derby Market Place

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    When: Saturday 14th November, from 4:30 pm

    What is it: The annual turning on of the city’s Christmas lights is a massive tradition, and this year is no exception.

    Celebrity Big Brother veteran Natasha Hamilton has the honour of flipping the switch, but not before taking to the stage to perform a few hits from her Atomic Kitten days. There will also be a parade of entertainers sweeping the Spot earlier in the afternoon, so plenty of opportunities to grab a hot chocolate and enjoy the festivities during your weekend Christmas shopping.

    Derby Night Market Cathedral Quarter

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    When: Tuesday 19th November, from 5:00pm to 10:00pm

    What is it: The bustling Derby Night Market is back for a third year running, trailing from the Cathedral Quarter area through streets, arcades, courtyards, market halls and the Old Bell Hotel Ballroom.

    This year is set to boast 100 stalls, the perfect opportunity to get your hands on some lovely Christmas gifts, arts and crafts, and lots of other vintage goodies. There will also be street food and drink on sale (to get you in the mood) and live DJ sets to keep the festivities going into the night.

    Crafternoon Tea Pickford House

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    When: Wednesday 20th November, 2:00pm to 4:30pm

    What is it: If you and your friends fancy a chance of getting creative this Christmas, here’s your chance to craft some beautiful handmade wreaths to celebrate the season. Vintage tea and cake is served throughout the afternoon, included in the £18 per person admission fee, and a choice of fabrics and embellishments to make the ideal wreath for you, or as a gift for your family or friends.

    Only Fools and 3 Courses Derby Roundhouse

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    When: Thursday 21st November, from 7:00pm

    What is it: Only Fools and Horses is a national institution – even mote so during the festive season – and this 3 courses dinner event is the perfect way to enjoy and celebrate both.

    Hosted by Marlene and Boycie, with guest appearances from Rodney, Uncle Albert, and Del Boy himself, it’s going to be a comedy experience unlike no other.

  • Halloween 3 – Less of the Same

    We’ve been giving you guys ideas on how to celebrate Halloween for three years running now; from enthusiasts to conscious objectors, there’s plenty of ways to please everybody. So this year we thought we’d go down the route of horror movies – with a difference.

    That’s right, even the most devout “Halloween is a stupid, made-up holiday for kids” non-believer can’t argue with our suggestion on this one. Watching scary movies is one of the best ways to spend Oct. 31st, or if you already have party plans, Nov 1st, while you’re nursing a hangover.

    So turn the lights down, grab some popcorn, and enjoy!

    Blood: The Last Vampire

    This Japanese anime (yes, it’s a cartoon, but it’s definitely NOT for kids) follows Saya, the world’s last remaining vampire and humanity’s only protector against deadly demonic forces. The film takes place in the days leading up to the Vietnamese war, on a US army base in Japan, where Saya is tasked by the Secret Service to hunt a pack of demons responsible for a string of grisly murders against its inhabitants.

    The animation is beautifully cinematic, and the action set pieces are spectacular, but what makes Blood perfect viewing for Halloween is its atmosphere and sleek story. Not your typical Halloween vampire movie.

    What We Do in the Shadows

    Speaking of non-typical vampire movies, What We Do in the Shadows is humorous look at three modern-day vampires living together in a house in New Zealand. The film is written by and stars Flight of the Concords’  Jermaine Clement and Taika Waititi, which should give you some idea of what to expect from this very dark comedy. Incase not, check out this reel of very, very funny moments.

    Housebound

    Another horror comedy from New Zealand, Housebound is just as terrifying as it is funny at times. When a female young offender is sentenced to house arrest with her mum, she begins to notice strange things happening.

    The laughs and funny dialogue are punctuated with moments of genuine shock and tension. This is comedy at its absolute weirdest – in a truly scary kind of way.

    The Cabin in the Woods

    You may have heard of this one when it first came out… and totally missed the concept, based on its generic title and premise of teenagers, isolated cabin, and creepy goings on.

    In actual fact, Cabin in the Woods is a send-up of the traditional horror/slasher genre that is so mind bending, we couldn’t help but love it. It essentially revolves around a satanic corporation who are tasked with staging cheesy horror movie setups in order to keep satanic forces entertained. It’s clever, funny and cruel.

  • Why Female Housemates Are Just Better (Just for Fun)

    Living with your mates can be no bad thing. Imagine somebody told you when you were six that you had a choice of getting married (yuk, yuk, ugh) or living in the same house as your best friend…We’d have chosen friend any day!

    But when it comes to guys living together and girls living together, there’s no contest, the girls have got it down. ‘Why?’ you ask. Well for one thing, no two girls living together would ever wrap the other’s bedroom doorway in clingfilm whilst they were sleeping and yell “FIRE!”.

    Still not convinced, guys? Here’s 4 reasons why us female housemates are just better. Remember, these reasons are just for fun… kind of.

    Clothes all over the place is considered a walk-in wardrobe

    When a guy leave clothes lying about, it’s not a pretty sight (or smell). But when any of two women leave shoes scattered on the floor, a top strewn over the back of the sofa, or the odd jacket here and there, it’s more like a walk-in wardrobe for the other person.

    A Chinese takeaway for One goes a long way

    Ordering food to eat in is super-simple. Guys will order 3 or 4 of everything and most of it goes to waste, or towards breakfast the next morning. When it comes to ordering a takeaway with your live-in gal pal, there’s literally no messing.

    A problem shared…

    When one of you has the problem, the other knows just how to pick up the pieces because living together so long means they know you better than anybody. If two guys tried the same thing, we can only imagine the shenanigans.

    Supported when drunk

    Living with another girl means somebody is there to take of you when you get home stupid-drunk. They know just how to handle you, what you need, and will take the time to remove your makeup and help you into bed. That level of care would never exist between to male housemates.