I do agree that it can be hard to meet new friends as you get older but, you really do have to be open to new experiences and types of people. I've met more new friends in the last 10 years (from age 33 to 43) by frequenting a local cafe where a diverse group of people meet up...my friends range from age 23 to about 73. We don't hang out every day or anything like that, but we definitely meet up for a drink now and then, talk in the local park while walking our dogs and have each other's phone numbers...it's helpful that I live in a big city but I think all it can take is a few extra words...something like "Hey, love your t-shirt, very cool" to the local barrista may be answered with "Thanks, I actually designed it. I'm having an art show next week...why don't you stop by?" And then, show up!

They may not be someone that you could call at 2 a.m. with an emergency but you never know...there are a few that I definitely would call if, for example, my car were stuck on the highway. You have different friends for different phases and parts of your life.