New Yorkers increasingly seek in-person social events over online connections

new york — Over 8 million people live in New York City and yet lasting romantic relationships can still seem hard to come by. Because of this, many singles in the city have ditched swiping on dating apps for socializing in real life through in-person events such as running clubs, reading parties and singles meetups. In the early 2010s, dating apps such as Tinder and Hinge became a prominent way to meet potential partners, and though they have produced countless successful love stories, many New...