When you're free internet dating, you know how all-important that second date is. You've already met and sparked a bit of an attraction. But over a short coffee or cocktail, you really don't have a chance to get to know each other. The second date (and beyond) is really where the pressure is. You've got to look your best, of course, and maintain that same attraction that got you another date in the first place. But you've also got to show that you can have fun.
Standard dates --going to dinner and a movie or a play, for instance-- cost a lot of money. And so coming up with something your date will love (and will love you for) is not so easy if you're on a limited budget.
When you're on your own, entertaining yourself on the cheap is not so hard. You can check out a book from the library or rent a movie or make yourself something great to eat. But when you're trying to impress somebody that you've just met, the same things that entertain you on a lonely Wednesday night just aren't going to cut it.
Sure, a fancy meal at the nicest restaurant in the city is always going to go over well. But the fun, creative, inexpensive date ideas you'll find below may go over just as well-- and get you both having a lot more fun while you're at it.
Volunteer.
Interested in a particular cause and always wanted to do your part? Take your date with you when it's time to give back. Whether feeding the dogs at the local animal shelter or volunteering at a food bank, spending a few hours together doing something good for somebody else will not only make you feel good about yourself, it will make you feel good about each other.
Make something together.
Whether you get the materials together and meet at the park or in one of your homes, getting crafty together can be a creative and fun way to spend your time. Have a little competition about who can make the best paper mache mask or paint the prettiest vase. Or work together to create something uniquely you. This is one activity that will always seem creative!
Get literary.
Are you both into literature? Most cities and towns are full of writers and other literary types who are happy to read their work for free. Check online or at your local bookstore for a schedule of poetry or fiction readings. Not only will it keep you entertained at the moment, but talking about what you've heard can make for a lively discussion afterwards.
Get together with other couples.
Whether competing at the local pub's weekly trivia night or getting together to play Wii Tennis, making plans with another couple can be a great way to have fun without having to shell out a lot of dough. Whatever you do, partner up with your date to create a feeling of bonding and camaraderie between you!
Hang out on the street.
Wracking your brain for something to do with your new internet dating sweetie? Check out your local paper. Especially during the warmer months (but generally all year) most cities host all kinds of street fairs and festivals. Whether it's the annual state fair or simply a little street concert with cheap sandwiches and beer, being out in the crowd will always infuse your date with a sense of fun.
Check out art.
Most cities --even smaller ones-- generally have a museum of some sort. And lots of those museums have days of the week or the month (say, the first Monday of each month) when entrance is free. Take advantage! Get with your date and go from free gallery to free gallery. Even visiting a rundown old wax museum can seem strange and fun. And at least it's something different!
Likeable
53 / Female
Comments: 1
Posted on May 1, 2009, 8:00 pm
Why does it say people are on line and no one is
Posted on May 26, 2009, 3:42 am
Hey Likeable! Why don' t you drop by the support forums? Someone there will be happy to help! http://www.datepad.com/forums/forum/2/
Timboooo
41 / Male
Comments: 2
Posted on June 28, 2009, 7:52 pm
Why do some women only want things bought for them,so they can judge how much the other person cares for them..
