“ I am a longtime Pagan, with many related interests, including Latin, ancient history. I have 2 wonderful daughters and 3 adorable snakes. I enjoy music (most kinds but esp. world beat and Celtic), indie dance/music/film/art, bargain-hunting. Burner. ”

“ Hi there! I am a stay at/work from home mom to 2 kids, 12yod 15yos. I homeschool both altho my older child attends high school PT. I'm hoping to meetup with other moms with similar lifestyles. ”

“ I'm looking to meet like-minded people. I love junk and the process of finding it! It would be great to make friends with others that also get a kick out of making something from nothing. My plan is to start selling on eBay soon!? Allie ”

“ Heeyy, i love visual merchandising. would like to meet and network with others and hope to get a job in the industry. HAVE A LLLOOVVVEELLLYYY day!!! ”

“ I would like a meet up, to meet people who share the same interest and, to find new places to bargain shop. Also, to find someone to bargain shop with. ”

“ Hi Everyone, I'm new to the area and looking for friends to do stuff with. I'm into hiking, biking, Pottery, stained glass, building, hanging out, movies, board games and anything fun but not too competitive. ”

“ I need to get out and meet people and form new friendships. And not be a recluse as much as I have been the last few years with all that I've dealt with. ”

“ Hello all, I'm interested in all events in the Easty Bay! =) ”

“ Hi! I love thrifting and would love to meet new people with the same interest. ”

“ Clothing Swaps are the most fun networking events for women I've seen. Where else can you get great new pieces for your wardrobe and have a blast on a dime! See the Events page on www.ClothingSwap.org ”

“ I'm learning how to become a FREEGAN and I'm very interested in getting my food, clothes and technology products from areas where they are just thrown away. I think dumpster diving is the best way to recycle, instead of just buying more 'stuff'! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I'm sick of being the only one drug and alcohol free. It's time I stop compromising and meet people that feel the way I do about treating their bodies with peace and respect. ”

“ Hi! I'm always searching for PLATONIC companionship! ”

“ I'd like to think that I'm a somewhat "normal" person... however, I feel like I really needs to come together with others that may have experienced some type of PTSD. I earned my degree in Psychology/business, and I'd like to share an available ear. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I like buying and selling. I also like to make friends with similar interest. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I like to remind neat things how beautiful they are. ”

“ I'm a newlywed and soon to be newly thirty! Looking to meet new people to get together with for food,drinks, laughs and other fun stuff-like Bunco! ”

“ Hi, I'm fairly new to the bay area and have decided I would like to learn to sew. I'm attempting to self teach right now, but would like to meet-up with some more seasoned sewing buddies to show me the way! ”

“ I want these local meetups because I'd like to meet more like-minded people in my area. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I have been living a bargin hunting life style for about 20+years. I really enjoy the hunt. You never know what you'll find! I think it is great to share this interest with others. Let's go finds good deals! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love webkinz and want one new or used :) ”

“ I want these local Meetups because my work is focused on helping people find fabulous fashions for less. It may be just the addition to my bag of tricks that help women dress for less. (I also have a closet of gorgeous things that is overflowing!) ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i enjoy selling at these places. i recycle , flea market , bargain shop, thrift shop . ”

“ I'm interested in these local Meetups because I love to thrift shop, and I get vicarious pleasure from finding great stuff for friends & others of different sizes and tastes. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I need some music gear cheap or free, cases, gigbags, straps, strings, amps and stuff like that. ”

“ I want local BabyBoomers Meetups because we have a lot in common--the past. But more importantly, let's talk about the future as we're headed for new territory as "boomers". ”

“ I want local Fleamarkets Meetups because I love them! I also occassionally like to sell my handmade jewelry and my antiques. ”

“ I want local Thrift Shoppers Meetups because I love to shop and hunt for great bargains! It would be nice to get new info on other stores in my area.I only get the good stuff!I don't buy crap!Let me know where the deals are! Email-Land_5@netzero.com ”