Have you attended a few Mixing Out events and now find yourself thinking ‘I could do that, I could host the most amazing event’?

Well, if you haven’t noticed from the prompts around the site already, YOU CAN!! You could be the host/hostess with the most/mostess.

Your event should very much represent you and your interests, and you will find that those with similar interests will come flooding to join you. It doesn’t matter whether it’s a night on the town, a girly shopping trip, or bowling – whatever you want to do with other people then put on an event for it.

In case you’re wondering just how easy it is to put on an event lets quickly run through the steps to creating a Mixing Out event:

1. Give your event a catchy title and put enough information in it to draw people in – don’t make it too long though!
2. Provide as much information as possible about the event – go on, sell it to us. If you can make the event sound fun and unmissable then people will want to join you. Be sure to set a member limit if you want to keep it cosy.
3. Set the event location, time, and date – if you need to provide more information for getting there or where to meet then please do!

Besides a few others boxes that you can fill in to add a bit more to your event, that’s it! It really is that easy and quick to add your event – then you just wait for the bookings to fly in.

Interested? You may already be aware that to become an organiser typically requires a certain Sociability score. BUT you can skip that process and apply to upgrade your account for free and become and organiser right now!

Click here to apply to become an organiser: http://mixingout.com/info/start-fun-where-i-am

The New Years resolutions have been made and by now the majority of you have most likely failed to see them through. The healthy eating will have gone out of the window, along with the money-saving schemes, and the excessive running schedule.

However, we have some great news for those of you who vouched to get out more and meet more people this year – MixingOut has events coming on left, right and centre! We are now lucky to have a host of fabulous organisers in Derby and Leeds, who have scheduled some cracking events in the coming months. Lets take a look at a snippet of what is coming up and get you booked on:

Derby

Ladies Afternoon Tea – Saturday 28th February

Where: Cathedral Quarter Hotel, St Mary’s Gate, Derby, DE1 3JR

If you fancy a delicious treat in exquisite surroundings then this is for you. Relax with a good cup of tea, some lovely cake, and enjoy some pleasant conversation. With just 6 places available, this will be a nice cosy meet up.

Find out more: http://mixingout.com/socialEvent/View-social-event-dash/421

Newbies Welcome – Tuesday 10th February

Where: The Friary, Friar Gate, Derby, DE1 1FG

Calling all new members to the group! Fancy meeting other newbies and a chance to chat with regulars?

Join us for a relaxed chat, have a bit a laugh and meet some of the other newcomers and regulars looking for an excuse to go out.

Why stay in and watch TV (Tuesday night telly anyone?) when you could have some fun! If you haven’t been out with us yet this one is especially for you.

Book on here: http://mixingout.com/socialEvent/View-social-event-dash/414

Leeds Ladies Lunch – Saturday 14th February

Where: Red Hot World Buffet, 44 The Headrow, Leeds, LS1 8TL

This is one for the ladies (as the title suggests), where you can enjoy an ‘all world’ meal and a nice chat. With just 6 places available, you can really get to know the other ladies whilst enjoying the diversity of the food.

Find out more here: http://mixingout.com/socialEvent/View-social-event-dash/428

These are just a few examples of the sort of events that you will see coming on regularly this year. So, never get so busy making a living that you forget to make a life – i.e. get out!

That’s right, 2015 is on it’s way and marks a new horizon of exciting things to come for everybody here at MixingOut. Yep, it’s all about getting out more, meeting new and exciting people and having a great 2015.

And to get the ball rolling, we’re pleased to announce that MixingOut will be expanding to Nottingham as of January next year!

Nottingham joins in the fun

That’s right, Nottingham joins the MixingOut fun as of 2015. We’ve already taken a good look around the city and visited some of the friendliest bars, clubs and venues we think would make excellent places for groups to meet up and hang out (more about those venues coming soon on our website).

MixingOut has seen massive success in Derby since we launched there earlier this year, with over a thousand members using our social network, and now we’re very excited to be taking the party to Nottingham. We’ll be rolling out events at the start of the new year, beginning with our ever-popular ‘Ladies That Lunch’ sometime in the near future – so keep an eye out for that, ladies of Nottingham!

So, if you’re new to Nottingham and looking to meet new friends, or if you already live in the city and feel like trying something different, meeting up with lots of new people who just want to have a good time, then sign-up to MixingOut and get a heads-up on the latest goings on near you. Click here to sign up for one of the 250 FREE accounts that are available.

In the meantime, be sure top keep an eye on our Facebook and Twitter for further developments and MixingOut News.

Living life in the fast lane

Above: Having a ball at Tenpin Bowling Derby

Remember the last time you went bowling? You probably had a blast, right? Everybody loves bowling! And that’s just what our Derby members decided when they were coming up with ideas for a fun night out that everybody would enjoy.

We rolled up at Tenpin Bowling (you can check their venue out here) for a few games and a couple of drinks. Be advised though; drink responsibly, kids, because alcohol can seriously impede your ability to bowl!

After one too many gutter-balls, we decided to take things a bit more seriously and have a friendly competition – guys against the girls, as standard. Needless to say it was of a disgrace to the sport. But everybody had a laugh and a really great time all the same. Definitely something we want to do again and would certainly suggest to all our MixingOut members who fancy a great night out without having to hit the bars and clubs. Fun, relaxed, and a great activity for mingling with new and old friends.

Comedy Night, The Bless

Above: No, no that kind of Bless!

Monday nights are Standup Comedy Night at the Blessington Carriage and even though it’s become a regular event for some our MixingOut members, we wanted to mention it here because of its growing popularity amongst newer members also. And needless to say, our last event at The Bless this month was another big success.

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You might be a bit too old for trick or treating but that shouldn’t stop you from going out and meeting friends this Halloween. October 31st is right around the corner and as part of our special Halloween Survival Guide, we’ve put together this list of things to do for all you guys who really want to get into the spirit of things.

Hospitality Halloween

What is it: A monster line-up of some of the best live music acts and DJ’s, at one of the city’s biggest venues.

Where is it: The O2 Academy, Crookridge Street, Leeds.

When is it: Friday October 31st from 10pm to 6am.

What to expect: Acts include the likes of drum & bass duo Camo & Krooked, Mia Dora and DJ Pete Graham. So you can expect to be up long after the dead have returned to their graves and a little worse for ware than any remaining zombies stumbling through the streets. If you want to secure entrance then book your tickets here.

The Sin Lounge, Halloween Special

What is it: A night of raving, dancing and scarily good music from House Nation. They’ll also be serving up some special Halloween-themed drinks, so you know you’re going to be in for a really good time!

Where is it: The Sun Lounge, Derby City Centre.

When is it: Saturday November 1st from 7pm to 3am.

What to expect: Banging tunes, great atmosphere and plenty of party revellers. An all-round epic night out for anybody who fancies a good time!

Halloween Story Walks

What is it: A lantern-lit stroll through Allestree with folklore storyteller, Sophie Snell. You’ll stop by some of the area’s creepiest, most haunted locations and hear all about their bloody history.

Where is it: Groups meet at Allestree Hall and progress through the gardens and grounds.

When is it: There’s two variations of this event. One taking place from 5pm and again at 6:30pm for families. And a later walk for adults at 8pm. All walks take place on Thursday October 30th.

What to expect: If you’ve never been on a ghost walk, they can be as entertaining as they are informative. Perfect if you and your friends are interested in folklore and scary goings on. Should make for interesting talk over a few drinks later that night!

Dancers Halloween Jam

What is it: A fancy dress party for everyone of all ages, so even you responsible parents out there can go out and have some fun while the kids are kept entertained. There’ll be karaoke, games, prizes for best costumes and even a photo room for spooky selfies.

Where is it: A little bit out of Derby, this one. The QMX Academy, Nottingham City Centre.

When is it: Friday October 31st from 7pm to 11pm. Bookings must be made before October 28th, so get on it here.

What to expect: Fun, friendly and easygoing. If you’re coming from Derby, with or without the kids in-tow, you’ll need to arrange transport. So don’t expect to be up all hours at this event.

Sometimes ladies just want to get together with other ladies in a relaxed, friendly setting where they can have a chat over a few cocktails and a bit of lunch. So it’s no surprise that we’ve had such an amazing response over the past few months to these kinds of events. In fact we’ve seen so much success with our women only events that we wanted to share them with you.

Ladies That Lunch, Derby – What We Got Up To

A couple of weeks ago, MixingOut member Julie organised an event inviting female members in the Derby area to meet up for a little lunch, a few drinks and a side helping of hot gossip. Needless to say, the event was a big success and everybody turned up and had a great time.

Above: MixingOut ladies enjoying a relaxed get together over a few drinks at Zest restaurant.

For those of you who haven’t already visited, Zest in Derby is a great little restaurant, with a superb atmosphere. We’d definitely recommend it as a place to visit to MixingOut members who are looking to get together in Derby.

Shortly after arriving in time for the lunchtime menu, everybody ordered a few drinks and settled into things, browsing over what to have to eat. By the time the food arrived, the conversation was flowing (rather like the wine) and all our ladies were having a ball. In fact everybody was having so much fun that the restaurant let them stay two hours after closing!

EVENT ALERT: Ladies that Lunch (again!)

On Saturday 20th September MixingOut member Julie will be hosting another women’s only event. This time at Fats Cats Restaurant on Friar Gate, for any of you ladies who fancies some friendly conversation over some delicious food and a few cheeky drinks.

Book on here.

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