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Maribeth
  7/17/2016 13:05 EST

Hi. I'll be in Florence first week in October and wondering what's the best way to connect with English-speaking expats? Are there any Meet-Up groups or Facebook pages? Any places in Florence people tend to gather for happy hour, etc? Thanks so much.

guestuser
  7/17/2016 13:38 EST

Hello from Florence!

There are a number of FB pages for expats living in Florence. The three that come to mind are "Friends in Florence," "Foreigners in Florence" (this one is composed mostly of younger adults, but people of all ages are welcome), and a new group called "Firenze 40+." Additionally, there is a very active InterNations group in Florence. Here is their website: https://www.internations.org/start/?ref=he_lo

Let me know if you have trouble locating any of the above groups.

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guestuser
  7/17/2016 13:39 EST

I'd like to add that many Italians are very active in all of the groups I listed, as well as people from all over the world.

Maribeth
  7/22/2016 05:55 EST

Thanks so much. I did try...but unless I list Florence as my current address on my profile, I can't join the Facebook Groups. I am on InterNations, so will follow up there. Please let me know if you have any other suggestions.

guestuser
  7/22/2016 05:58 EST

Hi. When you arrive, change your FB page to indicate that you are living in Florence, then join the FB groups. You are welcome to send me a private message after you arrive if you have questions or problems. Regards.

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