Why not just start with one night and it needn't be something with friends - it could be a way of making new friends. Maybe have a look at what your local leisure centre, library, community college or volunteer centre has to offer.
People also seem to find meetups.com pretty helpful.
You could also maybe have a look at GAL activities that involve your kids in some way?
It'll help - truly it's worth extending yourself a bit on this one my friend...
Thanks for thinking I'm great BTW
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We receive & we lose, and must try to achieve gratitude & embrace with whole hearts whatever of life that remains after the losses - Dubus