Meeting new people as an adult can be tricky – especially when you’re not looking for romance.
Hopkinsville Brewing Company put a fun twist on the traditional speed dating format, helping strangers connect over shared interests and good conversation.
Hopkinsville Brewing Company owner Kate Russell says she wanted to make it as easy as possible for strangers to start talking.
click to download audioLocal hairdresser, Joy Young said the event was a great way to make connections — especially for those new to the area.
click to download audioFor Ginnie Pruitt, it was a chance to step outside her comfort zone.
Pruitt says the event helped her push past her shyness.
click to download audioPatty Wilhelm-Williams, who moved to the area from California, says she came simply to meet more people in her new hometown.
Russell says the success of Friend Speed Dating means it may become a regular fixture.
click to download audioFor more information on events at Hopkinsville Brewing Company, you can find a calendar on their Facebook page.
