“ Hey- I'm April! Obviously! I am naturally outgoing...but currently find myself at a crossroad- several of my friends are getting married and popping out kids...but I'm not ready for that stage yet...so- i am excited to get out and meet new peeps! ”

“ I am a 33yrs old mother of 3 kids they are 14,12 & 7. I am looking new friends cause it is hard meeting other women where I work. My hrs are 6p-6a & it is about 90-95% men there. I love to laugh & make people laugh. Just have fun w/ life. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i want to meet people with similar interests...and am tired of being bored ”

“ Hello everyone! I want this Meetup to meet new people with similar interests. ”

“ recently moved to the area. id love to meet new faces see new places. ”

“ Hello, My name is Robin and we are relocating to the Johnston area come June 14th. Married for 12 years we have 2 children son who is 6, daughter 9. I love to hike and bike when I have time. I also have a home business in Home Staging/Decorating. ”

“ Hi Everyone, I am a newly single female without children and would love to meet new friends. ”

“ Hi all. I just moved to the Beaverdale area and have found I'm a bit out of the loop. looking for people who share common interests. Hiking, camping, climbing, seeing live bands, biking, dive bars, coffee and dogs. ”

“ Hello, My name is Brian and I am new to Des moines. Looking for a nice girl to hang out with. ”

“ I'd love make friends but sometimes it's hard to meet people. I think a singles group would be a good way to met people. ”

“ I have 3 kids that are grown and gone so now it's time for me! I am divorced and have lived in the Des Moines area all my life. I would like to get together with people that have similar interests to make some new friends. ”

“ justed moved here from marshalltown newbe in this area, would like to meet new single people make new friends,maybe learn where i'm going, getting lost to much. ”

“ Since my divorce I lost many friends & would like to meet new people in the Des Moines & surrounding area and hopefully make some new great friends! ”

“ To say I'm an avid euchre player is an understatement. I'm from Canada where euchre is the national passtime. I play euchre every week. Email me at Iowabarngirl@aol.com. ”

“ I'm new to the area and find it's hard to meet new people and love for a group like this to start up. ”

“ Hi! Names Tammy Im 29 and live in Des Moines I love to cook (and drink wine while cooking) I have my own way in the kitchen But I am alway up for learning something new. ”

“ I have been doing Latin dancing for over 16 years. I've even danced in Colombia. ”

“ Seeking to make friends with common interests and conversations. I have lived in the area a number of years and am originally from out of state. I bike on trails and hike in federal and state parks. Conversationalists welcome. ”

“ Newly relocated to the area and exploring options on meeting new people ”

“ I want these meetings to meet new people, share similar interests on a social level. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I have lots of energy and difficulty finding people who enjoy being out and active...especially those who can tolerate staying up past 10 p.m. lol ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am newly single and looking to met new friends and maybe someone special. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am single and HOH. I really would like to meet with others who are HOH. I know some sign. I would love to meet with moms to teach them sign with their babies, I have several friends who have done that--great! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I just arrived and I still know no body , and I like energizing my self with a good nightlife .. by the way I am Egyptian. ”

“ Hello peeps! My name is Chris and I want these local meetups so I can meet new people n get back in the dating world again. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I would like to make new friendships in the area! I'm 28 years old, in a relationship, have lived in the area for just over 1 year. I am currently a graduate student. I love coffee, cooking, and good conversation. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am a single mom of a 10 year old boy and I would like to meet more families like us. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i like it ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I'm interested in meeting new people ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i just moved in this area. And looking for friend to hang out ,share conversation,and excesice buddy. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I'm new to the area. I would like to meet new friends. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I'd enjoy some friends that are in similar situations. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because it will give me a chance to meet new people. Working in a small business does not give me as many opportunites to meet new people. Looking to meet for coffee, social activites or as friends. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I have a dog and am interested in items pertaining to canines. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because my childern are now teenagers and I have more time on my hands to do things I enjoy. I would like to meet new friends who enjoy some of the same hobbies, and also new friends to introduce me to new hobbies. ”

“ I want local Seniors Meetups because I am a semi-retired senior and am interested in meeting others for good conversation, growth, ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I have been told I need to get out of the apartment more and meet new and exciting people. ”

“ I want to make new friends and have some fun. ”

“ I want to share experiences and make new friends. I love to read, knit, crochet and look for bargins! Someone make it Happen!!!! Oh and my husband ROCKS in Euchre, he is from New York where this seems to be a Religion!! ”

“ I am three year old Goober Pea's human companion, Annette. He absolutely luvs other dogs, but has a special preference for other pugs. He's uber excited to meet other local pugs!! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I just took early retirement and want to try new things. ”