“ I want to be a part of these local meetups as a means for other artist to interact, support and share their works. To establish a network of exchanges, either materials, information, etc. Most importantly as a way to meet new exciting artsy folks. ”

“ I'm very interested in freedom of information and privacy issues, and the protection thereof. I freecycle like a madwoman, and love the vibe it gives me, both offering and receiving. Avid reader, writer, and wordmonger. ”

“ For years I've furnished my apts w/ funky stuff I've found from flea mks/thrift stores, even stuff left curb side. I'm new to Philly (I moved a year ago) so I'm still learning about where all the bargain shopping and thrift stores/flea markets are. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I 'd love to meet any Mensans in Mexico while I'm there. ”

“ Hi, it's a good way to give away what's no longer needed. ”

“ woul like to join a group that represents a cause I believe. ”

“ "Hi, I am a stay at home mom of 3 adorable children (1 1/2, 3 and 5 years old). I am also a foster mom to medically fragile children. ”

“ I think meeting new people is fun and rewarding. I'm a little shy at first, so I thought this might be a good way to meet some other moms who share common interests ( I have a tween and a teen) and who might like an occassional girls night out. ”

“ writing a book on frugal living. have raised 4 children on very little money and would like to help others do the same ”

“ To meet Matthew Feldman..................I understand that he has a very exciting inventory.............excellent pricing.............great previews........ ”

“ Hello: I think this would be a great way to clean out the garage and meet new friends! ”

“ My husband and I just moved here from chicago but I'm originally from indiana. I'm excited for the first meeting!!!!! I live in East Falls in Philly but teach in Media... ”

“ Hello! I'm an "at-home"mom that homeschools my autistic 12 year old and we need money for field trips! I'm always willing to listen to new ideas. I hate hearing you need money to make money! I need to hear: If it's free, it's for me. Lets talk! ”

“ I love community and I am a stay at home mom. I am looking for a community vegetable garden for the summer ”

“ I started coming out about 3 years ago after many,many years in the closet and I would like to expand my network of others. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am moving to Reading by summertime and I want to teach my kids that it is not about who has the biggest house, the best cars, the most STUFF. I want my kids lives to be about LIVING and not just CONSUMING. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because its only right to share ”

“ I want these local Meetups because money is tight and people are great! ”

“ i have items to sell at flea markets ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love being able to reuse old things. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love finding treasures at fleamarkets and second hand stores,also it's a thrill finding bargains. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love to shop and love a good bargain. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I'm interested in knowing how I can help make a difference. ”

“ Everyone loves a bargin ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i think it's a great idea...i'm always trashing stuff that i'm sure someone else can use. ”

“ i love ebay thrift stores yard sales free stuff and fixing up my new old house with found stuff. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because waste us a disgrace ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i want to furnish my house inexpensively and i love retro stuff. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am a single mother of 5 and I am on a very tight budget. Maybe will try to buy to resell. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because Im a broke college student with 2 kids. ”

“ To let othere know about events, great finds and so I can stay informed too. ”

“ Hello, I'm Jen (aka Chrionna), an HPS of the Assembly of the Sacred Wheel Wiccan tradition. I just moved here from Mtg. County, MD - living now in Elkton. I love networking with people, hosting events myself & just meeting new folks. Emails welcome. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I work with the Lehigh Valley Berks Air Quality Partnership and am interested in these issues. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because my whole family is in West Virginia and I'd like to meet some folks.I have kids and they could use some friends too. ”

“ I'm a hopeless Europhile, studied abroad in Rome about three lifetimes ago, and am committed to relearning Italian at Penn next semester -- since I work at the Univ., it's free, and I'd be stupid and lazy not to do it!! That's my crazy introduction! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because , I have a great insterest in them. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I think it is a great idea. ”

“ Hello I am grad student at Drexel and new to the area. Looking to meet new people. Check out my site when you get a chance http://anelahandbags.spaces.live.com ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love shopping at flea markets and thrift stores. ”

“ I want to share things I dont need for someone who might need them ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I got extra stuff from old projects I finished and I just need to get rid of and I need the space for new ideas. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because THERE ARE MANY REMAINS TO BE SEEN. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because So many beautiful old things are being discarded, and shouldnt be. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I would like to sell my ceramics ”

“ looking to find more people who have similar interests such as myself. looking to find more thirft shops and flea markets ”

“ I planning on moving to the Philly area in a few months, love the outdoors, and looking to meet new people. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am on a very tight budget and have two children. I have to get all the bargains I can find. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I think it's silly to buy things new. I like a bargain. Also, used things tend to have more "character". ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I want to take care of the earth and I want to stop the flight of the aspidistra (see George Orwell). ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am interested in shopping ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I have started to simplify my life and want to meet up with other people doing the same and share tips and ideas. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because who doesn't like a great bargain these days. With less and less disposable income and more disposable products, now is the time for bargains! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because kill some time ”

“ I want local Dumpster Diving Meetups because I love other peoples stuff. Why buy it when I know someone else will throw it away........ ”

“ My name is Towanda and I am just starting to Thrift Shop. I am so excited at the possibilities. I would really appreciate any information on nearby Thrift Stores! ”