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If the dating scene in your town has you and your single friends longing for the days of arranged marriages, or if you're happily attached and ready to take your matchmaking urges to the next level, it may be time to consider hosting a speed dating event.

Speed dating has been around since 1999, when Rabbi Yaacov Deyo and several of his single students put a new twist on the longstanding Jewish tradition of introducing young Jewish singles to one another at chaperoned gatherings. At a speed dating event, participants are paired up in a series of quick five- to seven-minute 'dates.' When the time is up, a bell or timer is rung, and participants move on to their next one-on-one conversation.

While seven minutes may not seem long enough to determine whether a new acquaintance is a potential match, Rabbi Deyo and other speed dating organizers have found that it gives participants plenty of time to gauge their level of interest or get a feeling that the other person is just not the right fit. As an added bonus, the round-robin setup enables participants to meet more potential matches in one evening than they might otherwise encounter in a month or more of traditional dating.

Speed dating services can be found in just about any major city, but there's no need to wait for the next scheduled meet-up in your area. Our tips for hosting a speed dating event will help you organize a gathering that's fun, relaxing and fruitful for participants while preserving your sanity at the same time.

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Make a List -- You'll probably want to start by making a list of all the single people you know. Don't worry if you don't have enough singles in your contacts list to fill the entire event; after all, if you did, you probably wouldn't need to speed date. Ask your friends (married friends, too!) to suggest single acquaintances or coworkers who might be interested. The more you're able to reach beyond your usual social circles, the better, since the whole idea is to give speed daters the chance to connect with someone new. Shoot for about 20 guests, with an even split between males and females. Too large a group makes for a long, unmanageable evening; too small and you're in for an awkward gathering with fewer possibilities for compatible pairings. If your own connections come up short, try posting a flyer at your church, workplace or gym, or creating a Facebook event and asking friends to spread the word.
Pick a Venue -- The site of your speed dating event will help to set the tone, so be sure to choose wisely. Consider the noise factor and the ambiance, and avoid any place that's too loud, too bright, too dark, or likely to be deserted or overly crowded. At the same time, try to match your venue to your intended crowd. A swanky martini bar may appeal to established 30- or 40-something professionals, but the atmosphere (and the price!) could be a turnoff for recent college grads. Hosting the event at your home can help to keep costs down, but if you're participating as a dater or if you don't know all the guests, it's safer to meet everyone in a public, more neutral setting.
Don't Forget the Basics -- In many ways, planning for a speed dating event is similar to planning for a cocktail party. If you plan to serve food, ask the restaurant or caterer to prepare simple appetizers that are easy to eat in small bites. Nothing too messy or awkward, and please, nothing with garlic! Keep cocktails light and sophisticated, and consider limiting the bar choices to beer and wine; this isn't the time for shots. Plan to provide enough for about two to three drinks per person -- enough to calm nerves or cut through the social anxiety, but not enough to lead to next-day regrets!
Send Out Invitations -- You should try to do it at least three weeks before the event, and ask participants to RSVP so that you can get a head count. It's fine to charge a reasonable admission fee to cover your costs, and many online invitation sites allow you to collect the fee when guests RSVP; just make sure the invitation is clear about the cost of attending and whether food and drinks are included in the price.

Give 'Em Something to Talk About -- Before the event, come up with a few discussion topics and questions to get conversations flowing. (See our suggested questions on the next page!) You can hand out a short list of questions to each guest or leave a few conversation starters on index cards at every table. While you don't want participants to feel as though they're reading from a script, it can be helpful for daters to have a quick list to refer to if their nerves leave them tongue-tied.
Sweat the Details -- Create spaces that are conducive to one-on-one conversations. Small bar tables or other two-person seating arrangements are ideal. Think about the logistics of moving speed daters from one conversation to the next. One possibility is to have the ladies stay put while gentlemen move up or down (table numbers may make this go more smoothly). Provide name tags for participants (first name only or first name and last initial), as well as clipboards, pens and comment cards so that daters can keep track of the people they meet. Comment cards should provide space for participants to list the name of each new acquaintance along with an answer to the question, 'Would you like to see this person again?' Cards are kept anonymous and returned to you at the end of the event. If (and only if!) there is a mutual interest, you can then share contact information with the interested parties.
Establish the Ground Rules -- Be sure participants know how long each conversation will be, what to do when the bell rings and what happens at the end of the speed dating session. If any questions or topics are off limits, be sure to say so. In the original speed dating program started by Rabbi Deyo, participants are instructed to stay away from any variation of, 'What do you do?' or 'Where do you live?'
Let the Speed Dating Begin! -- Remember your timer, and keep dates to seven minutes each. Longer sessions slow down the flow of the event and increase the likelihood of awkward silences between daters. Take a 10-minute break halfway through the speed dating sessions, and allow a bit of time at the beginning and end of the event for guests to mingle. Most of all, have fun!

As promised, we have plenty of suggested speed dating questions on the next page to help you get things started.

As with any first date, the object of a speed date is to determine if the person sitting across from you is someone you'd like to know better. The difference is that you have just seven minutes to make that decision (and to make a good impression on your date), so start with the questions that matter most to you. We've included a few basics here, but you and the guests at your event might be better advised to skip the small talk and go right to the important stuff, like 'What's your favorite breakfast cereal to eat for dinner?'

The Basics

What are your favorite hobbies/interests?
Do you have any pets? Siblings? Roommates?
What do you like to do in your spare time?

For a Little More Insight

Are you an indoor person or an outdoor person? (Or a city person or a country person?)
What would your dream vacation be?
What's your favorite travel destination?
What would your dream job be?
What did you do last weekend?
Are you a night owl or an early riser?
What was the last book you read?
What's your favorite Web site to waste time on?

Creative Approaches

If they made a movie about your life, would it be a drama or a comedy?
Who was your favorite superhero when you were little?
Who is your favorite comedian?
What is your favorite guilty-pleasure food (or music, or movie, or TV show)?
What's the perfect midnight snack?
Star Wars or Star Trek? The original Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory, or the Johnny Depp remake? Sudoku or Words with Friends? Pirates or ninjas (and why)? Should brownies be made with nuts or without?

Questions to Avoid

Anything too personal, including their address
Anything too clichéd, especially, 'So, what do you do?' If the question is allowed, everyone else will have already asked it, and some people find it rude, as though you're more interested in their status than in who they are as a person.
Questions about salary or economic background
Questions about past relationships

Of course, the most insightful questions will often be the ones your guests come up with on their own, so encourage them to be creative and ask questions that will help them get to the root of what's most important to them.

For more ideas about hosting a speed dating event, check out the resources on the next page.

Sources

Abraham, Rakhi. 'The 45 best speed dating questions you can ask a prospective date.' (March 18, 2012) http://www.futurescopes.com/speed-dating/139/45-best-speed-dating-questions-you-can-ask-prospective-date
Deyo, Sue and Yaacov Deyo. 'SpeedDating Tip #3: Inappropriate Date Topics.' (March 18, 2012) http://www.aish.com/d/w/48937777.html
Ditch or Date. 'How it Works.' (March 18, 2012) http://www.ditchordate.com/how-it-works.php
New York EasyDates. 'Quirky Questions for a Memorable Date.' Sept. 22, 2009. (March 18, 2012) http://www.nyeasydates.com/blog/speed_dating_tips_and_statistics/quirky_questions_for_a_memorable_date.html
NPR.org. 'Speed Dating with Yaacov and Sue Deyo.' Aug. 17, 2005. (March 18, 2012) http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=4803880
Original Dating. 'The History of Speed Dating.' (March 18, 2012) http://www.originaldating.com/HistoryofSpeeddating.htm
Smart Dating UK. 'Speed Dating Questions.' (March 18, 2012) http://www.smartdatinguk.com/speed-dating-questions.asp

All the fun and efficiency of in-person speed dating events brought to your doorstep. Why wait to hear back from potential matches on traditional apps and websites when you can meet a group of singles just like yourself, all from the comfort of your living room. A lovely host to guide you through your virtual event, there to assist you with anything or anyone. As simple as selecting the virtual event you wish to attend from our event schedule, looking your flirty best on the date and time indicated and being ready to explore a whole new way of connecting.

Offering an exciting and innovative way to meet others just like yourself all in an environment suitably yours. The perfect opportunity to have an afternoon or night in, maximizing the number of potential matches you meet all while being your relaxed best. It’s traditional speed dating events with a virtual twist! Fabulous hosts to facilitate the event, assist you with any questions, concerns or thoughts you might have and tabulate your match results. While keeping in our philosophy of offering a civilized, safe and comfortable environment, we continue to reward those daters whom are found to be delightful and a joy to meet. We extend complimentary event invites and fantastic matchmaking opportunities while refusing those whom appear nice-challenged. We place great value in the feedback we receive from daters about fellow daters.

Ready to get your virtual cheeky on? Simply choose the virtual speed dating event from the event schedule you wish to attend. Purchase online and await your confirmation with additional details. You will not be asked to register further on any website, app or the like. Keeping a simple and easy approach to attending.

The night of your virtual event has arrived! Note the start time and don’t be afraid to dress it up. Just because you’re at home doesn’t mean you can’t stir up a fabulous cocktail, create that perfect environment or take it low-key and comfortable. You are your own venue and bartender - just don’t forget to tip yourself! You’ll access the event with the link given in your confirmation. Be sure to have your camera and microphone working on your mobile, tablet or laptop. Upon check-in you’ll meet your host for the evening. They’ll be able to assist you and will be there for you for the duration of the virtual event.

Once all daters have arrived in the virtual check-in room; The fun can begin! Your host will begin to move daters two at a time into their own private room where they can chat and get to know each other. The host will rotate the group enabling you to meet a new dater every 7-8 minutes. As the event progresses - simply jot down whom you fancy meeting again and exchanging contact information with. Once the night has ended, you’ll pass along your choices to your event host. If your selections chose you - it’s a match! For those whom garner matches, you will be notified via e-mail, later the same evening.

Offering our same uncompromising value, unparalleled service and undeniable sensibility - all in a virtual package tied in a Cheeky bow!

For any questions or advice, feel free to email us at info@mycheekydate.com

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT OUR VIRTUAL EVENTS

What is a Virtual Speed Dating Event?

It is traditional speed dating in your home from your mobile, tablet or computer - anywhere you would like. Just as with in-person events, you’ll have a host to assist you with anything or anyone, be able to privately chat with a new dater every 7-8 minutes and select those whom you would fancy meeting again. All in an environment suitably you.

How do I reserve my place?

Simply select the city you wish to attend from the tabs on homepage and purchase online. Upon purchase, you’ll be sent a confirmation and details for how to attend your virtual speed dating event at the date and time indicated on the event schedule.

Can I attend via a mobile phone, tablet or computer?

Absolutely! Simply ensure the camera and microphone are turned on and working.

Will I be able to chat privately with my prospective ‘Virtual Date-Mate’?

Yes. Upon entering the event you will be in our virtual lobby where our event host will welcome you. Once daters have arrived in the room, the host will begin placing daters into their own private rooms, two at a time. From there you’ll rotate in and out of a private room, meeting a new dater every 7-8 minutes.

Will I be on my own or will there be a host there to assist me?

The moment you enter your virtual speed dating event, our host will be there to welcome you and assist you with any questions, concerns or thoughts. You can reach your event host at any time during the event.

What if I meet someone someone who isn’t being the best version of themselves?

We have a less than zero tolerance for any behavior that is upsetting, hair-raising or troubling. If you experience such behavior from a fellow dater, simply notify the event host. Our host will be available throughout the evening and easily accessible.

How do I choose someone I would be interested in meeting again?

Throughout the evening, simply jot down those whom you would like to exchange emails with. Once the event is complete, you’ll have the opportunity to pass along your choices to the event host.

What if I want to exchange information with a dater at the event and not wait for the match results?

We do discourage asking to exchange information during the event. One of the many advantages of speed dating, is not having the awkwardness of declining such requests. Daters should feel comfortable and relaxed knowing if they wish to meet a dater again, they can choose to do so at their own pace by passing on their selections to the host.

What is a MyCheekyDate ‘Virtual Date-Mate’?

A ‘Date-Mate’ means you have a match! You selected each other as daters you would fancy meeting again. The email address you registered with will be exchanged with this person 24 hours after the event. Only daters that garner matches are notified approx. 24 hours after the event. Should you wish to be notified if you do not garner matches or have any inquiries after the event - feel free to email us at info@mycheekydate.com. We’re here 24/7.

How do I get invited to complimentary virtual events?

By being as delightful and lovely as you can. We don’t judge by looks or your match results; Instead, we look at your interactions with our staff, hosts and fellow attendees. When daters stand out for being the best version of themselves and found to be just what others fancy in a mate - the world of cheeky is theirs! They can expect complimentary events and matchmaking opportunities at no additional cost to them. It is where lovely meets value - MyCheekyDate style.

How do I get banned?

While we appreciate dating is highly emotional, we have zero tolerance for any behavior that upsets your fellow daters, our hosts or our staff. We place a great value in the feedback we receive from daters about fellow daters. While singles may have differing opinions in whom they find attractive, what they are looking for in a mate or their personal goals - finding someone nice and lovely is universal. We don’t tolerate any less and don’t believe you should either.

What happens if the event is sold out?

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We wish we could accommodate everyone! Unfortunately, the fun goes quick! You can email info@mycheekydate.com for information as to the process of being added to the wait list. Also, it is a good idea to keep checking back on our website as sometimes reservations become available at the last minute. We are continually updating our event calendar.

How many people will I meet?

MyCheekyDate Virtual Events vary in size, anywhere from 14-24 singles register for any given event.

Will I be recorded?

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You will absolutely not be recorded. Daters can feel secure in knowing any information or details exchanged are private and at your discretion.

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