I thought the point of dating online was you didn't have to leave the computer?

But seriously, isn't it just easier to.. like.. go to one of these events and meet people? You may be better off with a "I need a Plus One" kind of angle - people going to an event who want someone to go with. (I'd guess that's been done, though.)

I do see your point, and your angle, but there's just something about centreing an online dating site around real situations where people meet that doesn't chime. :)