I just recently graduated high school and I am currently living at home with my mom. I feel as though its really hard to meet new people, unless I'm forced into a social situation. I was wondering if anyone had any tips for a guy who is 18, has a job, but is not attending college at the moment. I'm not explicitly looking for a girlfriend, but I would like to know how to put myself in situations where I can meet girls and people.

EDIT: Just realized it might help out why I feel like I'm pretty isolated because I live in Hebron, Connecticut, and I feel like there aren't any good social locations nearby.