Need an idea for what to do on a date? Here's how to go about 
finding ideas for new and unusual dates that are enjoyable and 
memorable.

The three most usual choices for what to do on a date are 
dinner, a movie, and a public event such as a sports game or 
concert. Those activities often give the couple several hours 
of time to enjoy each other's company. But relying on those 
same activities too often leads to a loss of the sense of 
drama and importance of the time spent together.

Human nature craves the out-of-the-ordinary. A new experience 
raises awareness and often contributes greatly to our ability to 
enjoy ourselves. If a couple continues to occasionally find new 
and unusual choices for what to do, their time together will be 
more enjoyable.

Probably the best way to find new ideas for what to do for a date 
is to make a point of being on the lookout for possibilities. 
You never know when an idea will present itself. You might see 
something in the newspaper or in a magazine. Someone you know 
could share an idea they have had. Your own hobbies and interests
might suggest something. Something you did, perhaps years ago, 
could inspire ideas for a new activity. You might remember some 
idea you had but never got around to doing.

You should also actively search for new and unusual things to 
do. A great place to look is web sites about things you are 
interested in. The local visitors' bureau is a possible source. 
Look in the community events section of your newspaper. Look 
through the brochures at the Chamber of Commerce. Look in the 
yellow pages under headings such as canoes, hiking, and art 
museums. Check the bulletin board at the library. Use your 
imagination to adapt what you see at those places to your own 
interests and tastes.

Keep a list of possible activities. Have a place to keep 
information such as brochures, maps, and visitors' guides. Set 
up folders in your computer for storing information you have 
found online. Use Notepad to copy and paste just what is of 
interest to you.

Be open to any suggestions and preferences your partner has to 
offer. Try to be sensitive to his/her tastes and interests. Give 
almost as much importance to his/her enjoyment of the date as 
your own enjoyment. After all, you probably won't enjoy the date 
if your partner doesn't.

Try to choose activities that give enough opportunities for 
communication. Conversation and comments you and your date make 
to each other are often the most important part of the date. 
Couples who are recent acquaintances need to find out each 
other's values and interests. Couples who have been together a 
long time need reassurance and the stimulation of each other's 
ideas.

Pursue your own interests. Being passionate about something 
makes you more interesting. Finally, stay informed to stay 
interesting. Keep up with current events and issues. Listen 
to the news and news commentary programs. One good source I 
like is the web sites of National Public Radio.