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Ciara Hamilton
Ciara Hamilton, 30 Online: Today
Body Type: Petite
Height: 5′8″
Eyes: Hazel
Drinking: Frequently
Smoking: Occasionally
Sexuality: Prefer Not to Say
Relationship: Prefer Not to Say
Education: PhD
Bio: Fashion blogger and makeup enthusiast. Let’s be fabulous together!
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Crystal Figueroa
Crystal Figueroa, 32 Online: Today
Body Type: Soft-Masculine
Height: 5′10″
Eyes: Blue
Drinking: Prefer Not to Say
Smoking: Social Smoker
Sexuality: Androsexual
Relationship: Divorced
Education: PhD
Bio: World traveler and language lover. Always dreaming of the next destination.
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Lillian Mckay
Lillian Mckay, 32 Online: Recently
Body Type: Soft-Masculine
Height: 5′0″
Eyes: Gray
Drinking: Never
Smoking: Heavy Smoker
Sexuality: Gynosexual
Relationship: Divorced
Education: No Formal Education
Bio: Artist and coffee aficionado. Searching for a fellow creative spirit.
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Treyvon Campbell
Treyvon Campbell, 28 Online: Recently
Body Type: Average
Height: 6′0″
Eyes: Prefer Not to Say
Drinking: Heavy Drinker
Smoking: Frequently
Sexuality: Prefer Not to Say
Relationship: Open Relationship
Education: Trade School
Bio: Dog parent and nature enthusiast. Let’s go for a hike with my furry friend.
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Leah Mullins
Leah Mullins, 30 Online: This week
Body Type: Average
Height: 5′3″
Eyes: Amber
Drinking: Occasionally
Smoking: Social Smoker
Sexuality: Graysexual
Relationship: Prefer Not to Say
Education: Some College
Bio: Dog mom and fitness lover. Searching for someone to share morning jogs and lazy Sundays.
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Jayla Hines
Jayla Hines, 33 Online: This week
Body Type: Pear-Shaped
Height: 5′7″
Eyes: Hazel
Drinking: Never
Smoking: Occasionally
Sexuality: Gynosexual
Relationship: Open Relationship
Education: Prefer Not to Say
Bio: Dog parent and marathon runner. Looking for someone to share long walks and lazy Sundays.
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Kent Vincent
Kent Vincent, 32 Online: Today
Body Type: Slender & Tall
Height: 5′8″
Eyes: Amber
Drinking: Trying to Quit
Smoking: Frequently
Sexuality: Homosexual
Relationship: Divorced
Education: Master's Degree
Bio: Music lover and cat parent. Looking for someone to explore new restaurants with.
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Riley Barker
Riley Barker, 33 Online: Today
Body Type: Pear-Shaped
Height: 5′10″
Eyes: Green
Drinking: Social Drinker
Smoking: Occasionally
Sexuality: Sapiosexual
Relationship: Divorced
Education: PhD
Bio: Photographer with a passion for capturing love in all forms.
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Norma Jackson
Norma Jackson, 29 Online: Today
Body Type: Soft-Feminine
Height: 5′3″
Eyes: Blue
Drinking: Trying to Quit
Smoking: Frequently
Sexuality: Sapiosexual
Relationship: It's Complicated
Education: Bachelor's Degree
Bio: Passionate about social justice and community work. Let’s change the world together.
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Jill Pearson
Jill Pearson, 30 Online: Recently
Body Type: Average
Height: 6′0″
Eyes: Hazel
Drinking: Social Drinker
Smoking: Social Smoker
Sexuality: Demisexual
Relationship: Open Relationship
Education: Associate Degree
Bio: Personal trainer and nutrition coach. Health and happiness are my priorities.
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Finding My Queer Family in Norwich: From Isolation to Belonging

Have you ever felt like you're the only queer person in a small town, searching for reflections of yourself in every coffee shop window and grocery store aisle?

My Norwich Story

When I moved to Norwich, Connecticut three years ago, the colonial architecture and quiet streets felt charming but isolating. I remember walking through Chelsea Parade Park, admiring the historic homes while wondering if I'd ever find my community here. The Autumn Festival came around, and I stood alone, watching families gather while I clutched my apple cider, yearning for connection.

The Silent Struggle

Let's be honest about the challenges we face:

  • The dating pool feels microscopic (swiping through the same 12 profiles repeatedly)
  • Meeting other queer folks often means driving to New Haven or Providence
  • That awkward moment when you're never quite sure if someone is family or just really into flannel
  • Navigating spaces where you're constantly coming out or hiding parts of yourself

Creating Connection Where You Are

What transformed everything for me was stopping the search for a ready-made community and starting to build one instead:

  • I started a monthly queer book club at Café Otis
  • Connected with Norwich Pride organizers (even small cities have pride!)
  • Found unexpected allies at the Norwich Arts Center
  • Used apps not just for dating but explicitly for friendship

Remember that queer community isn't always obvious—sometimes it's scattered throughout existing spaces, waiting to be connected.

You aren't alone here. The feeling of isolation isn't the truth of our existence—it's just the gap before connection happens.

What's your Norwich story? Share in the comments how you found (or are seeking) your people in small-city Connecticut. Our stories create the map others will follow home.