Life, food, events, and community in Albuquerque, NM

The Single Life

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A place for all the uncommitted, unattached, and unabashedly groovy people on Duke City Fix! Whether you're looking for someone or are happy to be free, this is a place to discuss the single life in the Duke City.

Members: 152
Latest Activity: Jun 30

Goals of this group

1) Organize meet-ups. Get to know each other in a no-pressure, group environment
2) Be as inclusive as possible for all ages, sexual orientations, etc.
3) Demonstrate that Albuquerque is a great place to be single!

Discussion Forum

The single life adjustment 2 Replies

Hello everyone, I'm new to duke city fix and also new to the singles life. I thought I would ask about how others have managed the transition from being a couple to being single. For the last 8 ye...

Started by TheBman. Last reply by Susan See May 6.

Ok, that's IT. Let's get together. 14 Replies

The weather is nice now- let's do a Marble Brewery patio happy hour?? Who's in? Let's shoot for next week sometime.... Thursday? 6pm?

Tagged: events, singles, beer, marble, happyhour

Started by Jennifer Jane. Last reply by Jennifer Jane Mar 26.

hate to mention this.....however... 3 Replies

anyone over 40 or 45 go to these things? id rather not be the mom of everyone.

Started by emily. Last reply by David M Feb 3.

Single VS Lonely -- Are they the same? 14 Replies

Many people say that being single means being alone...but is that really the case? Loneliness can be characterized as the dissatisfaction with the breath and breadth of one's social network which c...

Started by imouse1. Last reply by imouse1 Feb 2.

NM History Buffs

Host: Gary Stuart author of "AIM FOR THE MAYOR: ECHOES FROM WOUNDED KNEE" Page One Bookstore Wednesday, February 4, 2009 7:00pm - ?? 11018 Montgomery Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 505-294-2026 Gary Stu...

Tagged: author, Page One Bookstore, reading, signing, 2009

Started by Susan See Feb 2.

Happy Hour? 13 Replies

Who wants to meet for happy hour maybe sometime next week? Where? Ideas? I'm voting Anodyne- any one else?

Started by Jennifer Jane. Last reply by Susan See Jan 23.

One-UP, Meet-Up event goes to Imbibe for the Holiday 1 Reply

Hi, I'm an organizer of a Meet-Up group called "Discover Albuquerque". We are co-hosting an event at One-up lounge and pool hall once a month. For the pre-Christmas drinking and partying urge of th...

Tagged: singles, nightlife, cigars, pool, bars

Started by Crista. Last reply by DavidB Jan 22.

Why is it so hard to find a decent guy? 14 Replies

Is it just me or do any other females share the same sentiment? I am a single 23 year old hispanic female going into my last semester at UNM and still have not found a decent guy to date. I don't g...

Started by Alicia. Last reply by Jill Jan 8.

Before the holidays... 5 Replies

...and we all scatter, we should do another meet-up (for reals this time!) I'm proposing the weekend after Thanksgiving- maybe Sunday the 30th? And we can meet up anywhere- but someplace that's co...

Started by Jennifer Jane. Last reply by Susan See Dec. 5, 2008.

Sociality 7 Replies

Some people date because they're lonely, some people date to appease others, and some date because...they just do. Research is showing that social interactions with individuals you are secure with ...

Tagged: romantic, partner, destressor, stress, friends

Started by imouse1. Last reply by Susan See Dec. 5, 2008.

Perks of Singlehood! 18 Replies

There are some advantages to being in couples, but it seems these days people would rather hit it solo! What is your favorite part of being single?

Started by imouse1. Last reply by Susan See Dec. 5, 2008.

Explora Adult Night

For those of geeky mind, Friday Explora is open late for those +18 of age, It is really a good turnout and despite having only a few times met new people there (I blame my shyness) from their emai...

Started by killbox Nov. 19, 2008.

"Starry Night Date Night" tonight!

Hey, this sounds like it could be a fun meetup. Short notice, I know, but tonight there's a swanky little meetup at the Natural History Museum. Explanation from Adelita: Starry Nights is back for...

Started by Benny the Icepick Nov. 8, 2008.

Things to do on a Blind Date 16 Replies

OK, my fellow singlings, here's a good one for you: Where do you take a blind date? This is vastly different from other threads that deal with out-of-towners. Here you are, going out with a compl...

Tagged: sightseeing, date, single

Started by Benny the Icepick. Last reply by senida Nov. 3, 2008.

Hot Singles of Albuquerque Party 1 Reply

This is also over in the "Events" section, but I wanted to make sure everyone in "The Single Life" group knows about it! Hope to see you all there! What: Meet the city’s most eligible men and wo...

Tagged: singles, fundraiser, party

Started by Jesstagirl. Last reply by Bluegoo Sep. 30, 2008.

oops my bad.. meant to make it a discussion, not a mailing... 3 Replies

Any near future meet?

Started by dog breath. Last reply by killbox Aug. 19, 2008.

Making Matches 20 Replies

What's your opinion of matchmaking websites? What's your favorite? Got any suggestions? Are the payed sites worth it? What about free matchmaking sites? Are there any good ones? Any that should be ...

Started by Greg Gómez. Last reply by AriesSweet Aug. 2, 2008.

TONIGHT: Hot Singles Nomination Party! 2 Replies

Hope to see you there!

Tagged: hot, singles, party

Started by Jesstagirl. Last reply by Jesstagirl Jul. 25, 2008.

Next happy hour 6 Replies

The last thread got all flustered with wrong dates and off-topics... so lets start fresh.... Sounds like the Launchpad is a good choice, reopening and all. Their happy hour starts at 5pm. I just c...

Tagged: single, booze, drinks, hour, happy

Started by Jennifer Jane. Last reply by Jennifer Jane Jul. 24, 2008.

Next get-together? 16 Replies

Jesus Christ, 60 members?? Whens/where should we go for the next happy hour? Ideas?

Started by Jennifer Jane. Last reply by Jennifer Jane Jul. 7, 2008.

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Comment by Jonathan on May 5, 2009 at 6:08pm: Any other geeks interested in seeing the Wolverine movie tonight?

Comment by TheBman on April 30, 2009 at 6:02pm: maybe the grannies are to throw people off?

Comment by Benny the Icepick on April 30, 2009 at 8:04am: I got really excited when I saw this in the events:
http://www.dukecityfix.com/events/duke-city-singles-spring-fling

But then I clicked the link and disappointment set in.

Comment by Susan See on March 28, 2009 at 8:15pm: Had an awesome time Thursday night at Marble Brewery...even though I don't drink beer! *lol* Thanks to Jennifer Jane for setting it up!!!

Comment by Lloyd Thrap on January 29, 2009 at 8:54am

When is the next group event?

Comment by Justin George on January 22, 2009 at 3:55pm: I would like to invite all of you to the Downtown Doubletree for cocktails this and every Friday. Happy Hour 6-10.
Duke City Event Link

Comment by Jesstagirl on July 21, 2008 at 3:40pm: Just wanted to let you guys and gals know about our nomination party for our annual Hot Singles Issue!

Comment by Self Serve on June 11, 2008 at 10:22pm: Hi Friends-
We're having our 1st speed dating event next weekend. Thought you might be interested.
xxo
the girls at Self Serve

Comment by Benny the Icepick on June 11, 2008 at 4:50pm: All right, chillin's... tomorrow's the big day!

See you all at Anodyne.

Comment by Victor Velazquez on May 27, 2008 at 5:58pm: Hello,
Yes I do look like Guillermo Richardson! I would like to say hi to everyone from this beautiful city. I have recently been coming to ABQ because of my job and I was amazed at the party scene, nitelife and restaurants in the area. What really struck me was that I found a drink that I thought was only in LA....that is sotol. I got it at Kelly´s Liquor. Are there more Kelly´s in ABQ! I was happy to see Hacienda and my favorite, Don Cuco! Right on ABQ! This place knows its alcohol