“ Because I'd like to meet new people ”

“ What can I say - I'm addicted to the outdoors! Can't wait to go exploring in the Bay Area! ”

“ Hi, looking forward to traveling. Roc ”

“ I want these local Meetups because they provide hope for a future. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because they interest me, and are close to home. ”

“ wanted to meet new people with the same interest ”

“ Any Blues/Good Music To Dance To or other Music Events, Please let me know. I know of many on the coastside, too! ”

“ I will be relocating to SF in July. Nervous about not having a circle of friends. Will be looking for activities AND a job. Good with sciences, computers, web design, teaching, people. Any leads or info on job search seminars etc. appreciated ”

“ I am an avid collector and have so many books sitting that need to be shared. ”

“ Hi, I am from the city of Kyoto one of the most beautiful city in Japan to Berkeley for free impression. I enjoy what each culture offers to see, hear, smell and eat. I like to explore, learn and enjoy the fun moment together with you. ”

“ Hello, I'd like to have more opportunities to sail the boat with more people. As a member of cal sailing club, I went out for sailing couple of times. Now I'm taking a class for basic keelboat sailing standard(thanks to my b/f). ”

“ for the love of good stories. ”

“ I am a Mandarin Chinese Tutor, I teach both kids and professional adults. I have 6 years experience. If you have any question about Chinese learning, I am happy to assist you, my e-mail address is grace2683@hotmail.com Learning Chinese is fun! ”

“ Hello, I think the meetups will contribute to our communities by sharing information and support. ”

“ Hi! Lake Merritt resident, lover of walkable neighborhoods, bike rides, great food, and footbag. Interested in urban planning, gardening, all things Green, and seeing BART run past 2am. Would love to meet more like-minded individuals nearby! ”

“ Just moved to Northern California about 8 mos. ago. I love travelling and would like to meet people with the same interests. ”

“ I am an artist/jeweler and am interested in meeting other creative people. I would love to meet once a month and exchange ideas, get feed back and visit studios or shows. ”

“ I absolutely love canasta and would love to joing a group! ”

“ Hello! ;-) ”

“ Hey, I am working on a great new social activity guide called diddit.com. It is a site where you can find fun stuff to do, brag about what you have done, and tell the world what you think is worth doing. We are looking for meetupers to check it out! ”

“ I live in Oakland and Berkeley area about 10 years. I like to try new restaurants. ”

“ I'm new to the area and looking to get involved with things in my community and meet cool people. ”

“ Looking to find or build the best way to make use of the explosion of social data. ”

“ Hi, I like meeting new friends. Looking forward to joining your events. Angie. ”

“ I recently moved to the South Bay from SF and am looking forward to meeting people in this area. ”

“ Hi, my name is Katie and I am moving to the area in June. I am married and am just looking for a nice crowd to hang out with. ”

“ I like strategy board games, and am always interested in learning to play new games. =) have fun! ”

“ "Hello, I am a divorced & FUN loving single dad. I have an awesome 6 year old boy and I am hoping to meet other fun single parents to enjoy fun activities together! " ”

“ Well ive being single now for 8 months and ive decided in my time of life that it would be a nice idea to meet someone on here since ive heard great things about this site. ”

“ Hello, i am looking forward to meeting new people! ”

“ Hi - my name is Gloria and I enjoy meeting new people. What a great idea this group is - for women between 40-50. I'll look forward to socializing with some new women friends. I enjoy outdoor activities - hiking, biking, casual lunches, BBQs, festiva ”

“ Hello! I grew up in this area then I went away for a while. Now I am back!!!! I live in Sand City and really love it here. I think a cocktail meetup would be great at one of our wonderful establishments. I am interested in going "outside the box". ”

“ Love to be outside! ”

“ It would be great. I'm new in the Monterey Peninsula and don't know anyone. I love the coastal outdoors and photography. I'm not experienced or anything, but love taking pictures and hope to take a photo class this next term. ”

“ Newly single have a lot of skills and would like to make some friends. ”

“ I am looking for activities to attend with fun, up-beat people who have similar interests and like to get out for a great time. ”

“ Would love to meet others close by that enjoy doing the same kinds of things... ”

“ I am an expert in social networking application and has launched facebook application which has more than 1 million users. I also develop AJAX web 2.0 websites like www.dealclan.com etc. ”

“ Hello, I'm excited to meet you and to watch/discuss some new... ”

“ Green tea! ”

“ My husband and I moved to the city a few months ago. We're just about settled and ready to join activities in the neighborhood. ”

“ I am new in SF and want to explore as much as possible. I enjoy socializing, a glass of good red wine, a delicious and healthy meal and outdoor activities. ”

“ LOOKING TO HAVE FUN IN THE BAY AREA AND MEETING OTHER GREAT SINGLES, I HAVE A TRI VALLEY SINGLES GRouP THAT MEET UP EVER OTHER FRIDAY AT 7 PM DINNER AND DANCING A NEW SPOT EACH WEEK COME JOIN US EACH WEEK. ”

“ I love meeting new people and what better way than through this forum! ”

“ I love trying new things locally and around the Bay Area. Especially when it centers around good food! ”

“ I need local female friends, and would open my home to any get together's ... i have a lot of single male friends so when they ask me if I have single friends I can send them somewhere! ”

“ Yoga for flexibility , breath, balance and dance. ”

“ Meetup Rocks. I've met so any great business people. I do search engine optimization, so if you have a web site that's not getting any traffic feel free to hit me up for some advice... ”

“ I'm still relatively new to San Francisco and haven't quite yet met those awesome folks that I click really well with. I figure this is as good a way as any! ”