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and i am not looking for ideas for myself or anything like that. Just something that has been on my mind from time to time...and also to create conversation. :)

Hey Jason!! Well, I love anything that has to do with the water...be it a lake or an ocean. And in Ohio, we have Lake Erie to visit. You could always take a day trip date to one of the islands...there are a few good ones to choose from. A friend of mine from work is into wine tasting events...that could be another idea. Even just being outside and going for a walk is a good idea. And even though Cedar Point has become somewhat expensive...that could always be another idea. If you're a baseball fan...an Indians game is always a good idea too. Or visiting the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame...or a zoo...or something like that. Hope this gives you a few ideas.

Well yeah, there are all those, but honestly, those are all kind of out played at times. It seems to be really hard to find something that will "WOW" someone and give them the impression of someone really putting an effort not only to impress, but to also get to know them. But then again, i have never been to any of the islands on Erie. Weird since i have lived here so long. LOL!

Sometimes it's not about what you spend your time doing, it's WHO you're spending time with. I think that's why so many people revert back to the ole dinner and a movie date, because it can be an easy way to get to know someone. And then on the next date you can really WOW them with something special. Just a few thoughts!

hmmm interesting...LOL! It honestly is all about who you are there with. The problem with dinner and movie with me though is that you cant talk in a movie, and most restaurants are so noisy you cant hear the other person. So it is hard to get to know someone at those things. I guess, though i do try to be as old fashioned as possible, i would try to have a nice simple, but "new" way to actually be able to talk to someone and get to know them. Unless your just out for one thing, most guys probably would think the same way i guess. I think a lot of times, that is why most guys really need that second date and women can be kind of turned off to the idea of having one because, "the date was fun, but eh..it was boring too". But then again, you and i are the only ones posting to this. LOL!

You're right about all of it...restaurants can be too noisy and movies are definitely not the place to chat. It's been so long since I've been on a date, that I wouldn't know what to do either. Bowling can be fun, but again probably not too much talking going on. I like going for walks, they can be more personal and allow for that "quiet" time to get to know each other. Are picnics in the park still PC?? LOL. Just another thought. I don't know what people do on dates anymore. I think maybe I'll go to work tonight and ask around. I should get some interesting responses. LOL!

Ditto. i mean it has been about a year and a half since i have been on a date DATE, i mean i have went and hung out with firends who thought it was a date, but going to a bar and drinking and bs'ing really isnt a date. LOL! I dont know. I think a nice walk is good, but then there is the security issue some people have as well with someone they dont know. Maybe it is just a sign of times being too cruel for those who are old fashioned. I really think the ideas of the romatic "1950's" lifestyle are gone for sure. LOL!

I hate to admit that...but you could be right. 1950's romance is definitely gone...that went out the window a long time ago. Now we are left to create romantic situations that meet today's standards. I suppose too anymore that's why you're supposed to take the time to get to know someone first, then you have that first date. And anymore, I think people put too much stock and expectation into a first date...just my opinion. Why can't things be simple and easy anymore?? Why do things, especially dating, have to be so complicated anymore???

Two simple words...Reality TV. LOL!

People have gotten sucked into what they see maybe. LOL! Ok, maybe not, but it seems as though everyone tries to keep up with the times instead of just being themselves too. Personally, i am me. I am going to be me. If it doesnt fit into the lifestyle that someone has taken, then so be it, but i dont think someone should change who they are for anyone. It should be that the person is attracted to them for who they are, not who they could be.

I couldn't agree with you more!!! I am who I am and that's all that I am. You can take it or leave it. LOL!!! And if I change me for any reason, it's because I want to do it for me, and not to fit inside someone else's box. Plain and simple!

Hey,you two should get together?! Just retuned from a camping trip over the holiday weekend with a girl I met on C S ,we planed to met half way, found a campground after we met up and was open to whatever happened. thought for a minute we'd have to ask a farmer to let us camp in their yard but found a place. 15$ a night,totally flew blined,and made no plans of what to do!! Two days & nights to get to know each other on first date. Best date ever!!!!
I'll soon take my profile down but not till I tell my good furtune and let others know C S worked for me.

thats awsome!! Grats on finding somone and best of luck to ya. :)

I only posted to get people talking and seems as though me and Heidi are the only two people interested in talking in ohio. LOL!

That actually is a cool idea for a first date too. It takes a lot of trust though and that is cool you both have that. Of course, now i want to go camping. But, that is an awsome thing to do for a first date.

Again, best of luck!!!

I also live in north eastern ohio, and there's NOTHING here lol. I'm sure if you're over 21 there's bars and stuff, but if you're not, there's nothing but restaurants and maybe starbucks. no clubs, no dancing, nothing. it sucks

all. There are many ,many things to do in N.E. OH. or not a far drive away. As for a first date,I had what I thought was very romantic gesture by a gentleman,who turned out not to be 1 but anyway...he took me on a horse pulled carriage ride and we had a picnic in a beautiful country setting area.

Any first date is getting to know the other person better. I don't think you have to try to impress by what you do as in where you take her. Impress by being you and be nice .
Even one of the beautiful parks in the area,walking,frisbee,horse riding,picnic,could be fun. How about a fire at dusk?

here are some places i've been on dates..

cosmic bowling at freeway lanes in brookpark
ice skating at halloran park on w. 117th in cleveland
roller skating at brookpark skate land
tattoos at bombshell tattoos in brookpark
ice cream at local ice cream shops (not dairy queen)
cleveland metroparks
cleveland zoo
edgewater park
great lakes science center
dina's diner & bar OR lovelle's pizza (great pizza, locally owned, very cheap)
play & win arcade or dave & buster's
crocker park in westlake (outdoor mall, fancy, wonderful outdoor restaurants)
good time 3 boat ride in downtown cleveland
madison park, lakewood park
house of blues for a concert
brown's game
national history museum
botanical garden
rainforest
karaoke bars..

hope this helps!

Honestly, I think anything beyond a short and very casual "meeting" is overkill for a FIRST date. Coffee, lunch, etc... The idea is just to physically see each other face to face and share a short amount of time together to see if there is even any real attraction, right? How miserable would it be if you commit to a situation that requires hours and hours of time, only to find you don't find your date very interesting or attractive or fun...? Not a fan of a movie on a first date either, can't really talk in a movie. A movie is something better shared with friends and/or family if you aren't dating anyone. Put a time limit on it, say 2 hours, if you hit it off then fine, stay longer. If not, no hard feelings, you have your time frame planned so just make a gracious exit, simple enough.