Searching for romance is challenging in today’s world. At Stitch, we search for connection instead. We explore the advantages of meeting people over 50 through in-person activities and events, and look at how wonderful life can be with a community of friends.
1. Real World Events Let You Quit Swiping And Get Out Of The House!
Dating apps and website have a demoralizing long-term effect. They take some of the fun out of meeting people, and create a set of artificial expectations that can make early interactions feel awkward and insincere.
After a short period of time online dating, many people realize what they’re actually looking for is people to do events and activities with, to get them out of the house and enjoying the exuberance and verve that an outgoing life has to offer.

2. Unlike Dates, In-Person Activities Mean You Enjoy Every Outing!
Some dates are just awful. While they might make for hilarious stories some day, it’s not fun living through the horror of sitting there aghast, wishing you were anywhere else, lamenting your drink order and scheming about how soon you can leave.
In contrast, in-person activities like the ones on Stitch are about doing things you are interested in, so they are always a good time. By attending outings that are focused on an activity you enjoy, you’re bound to get the most out of the event. And if you meet engaging people along the way, that feels like a happy bonus.

3. People Are Easier To Get To Know And Understand In Person
The key flaw in online dating is that it only lets you meet a person in “dating-mode.” You select their profile based on a highly edited version of themselves, then you meet them in a constrained environment where they’re presenting a particular side of their personality. It’s often not until much later that you start to discover who they really are.
When you meet people through regular, fun, real life Stitch activities, you get to see lots of different aspects of their personality. You see how they treat people, how they respond to difficult situations, what they’re like when they’ve had a bad day or are in a mood, and what brings them to life, what lights the lamps in their spine and makes them sparkle.

4. Get To Know People As Friends Through Real Life Activities
Stitch outings in the real world enable you to get to know people as friends. This is the most valuable way to meet a person, because it provides a genuine deep connection.
It’s much easier to form friendships and deep connections in person than online. Stitch activities enable friendships because it’s much easier to understand a person when you’re talking to them face to face. It lets you read their body language and non-verbal cues to get a sense of who they are underneath.
Events and activities let you make friends because they’re based around shared interests. By both deciding to show up, you’ve already revealed that you have something crucial in common, which is the first step in forming a lasting connection.

5. Make More Friends Than Exes
This is the real magic of in-person events. By attending (and even organizing!) real-world Stitch activities, you walk away with bucketfuls of deep, meaningful friendships and amazing shared connections. You gain support in times of need, you can lend a hand before someone asks for it, you can laugh and make memories together that make your days vibrant and colorful.
At the end of the day, multiple friendships, companionships and connections let you live your life to the fullest. And if you meet a romantic connection along the way, that’s wonderful too.
6. Gain New Experiences, Memories And Stories That You Love
Online dating can feel shallow and transactional. Attending regular in-person events with a community of locals that you get to know, who stay in touch and who share your interests, opens up a profound world of excitement, surprises and opportunity. It gives depth to your experiences that you can then share with others. And with every Stitch event, you’re helping other people enjoy their lives even more. Stitch events let you try new things, find inspiration and form genuine deep bonds with people you may never have otherwise met.

Searching for romance is a challenging feat in the modern world. At Stitch, we search for connection instead. Come join – we’d love to meet you! We have different activities in each area, organized by members who want to spend time with you. From garden walks in Newcastle upon Tyne, games nights in Wollongong and historic tours in Molesey, to drag nights in Oatley, rock music in Sydney and boat parties in London, there’s something for everyone over 50 on Stitch. Come along to our in-person events, meet people like you in your neighborhood, and learn how wonderful life can be with a community of friends. And who knows, you might just meet someone special on the journey.