“ I'd love to become involved in hiking/camping/backpacking, kayaking and biking activities. ”

“ My name is Kathy and my family and I just moved here from Hawaii my husband retired from the Navy. We have a 5yr old son ”

“ I'm relatively new to the area and looking to meet friends and take advantage of all the incredible parks and natural areas around here. ”

“ Hi! I'm new to VT, moved from MA. I like to cook, I love crafting, I like to read... I'm interested in making new friends who have similar interests. I would like to get a group together or meet up with one. Cooking and crafting would be fun! ”

“ I am new to the area, and would love to meet new people. I also want to be more active. ”

“ I want local folks/ Meetups because we need a deep sense of real life community and not just on-line e-mails ... ”

“ just got back from 3 weeks in Ireland and saw this meetup, looking forward to some meetups, went to the essex music fest today and enjoyed some traditional music. ”

“ Hi eveyone, Well other than living in this really small town of STJ, I would like to meet people who like to do what ever... out side. I dont like sitting on the couch! I would rather be out side, and would like to meet anyone who thinks the same! ”

“ I just moved to the Burlington area and want to make friends. ”

“ Hello! I am a local & love my job at UVM. I am looking to expand my circle of friends & to meet others with similar interests. I am hoping to find a UVM-gym workout partner for morning workouts. I love reading, animals, deep thoughts, strong coffee.. ”

“ I have a miniature poodle. I would love to meet other people with small dogs for comraderie and friendship. I also enjoy arts including painting drawing and arts, as well as sports. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I would like to meet people with like beliefs ”

“ "I just moved back to northern Vermont from the Boston area because I missed the mountains and the lake. I love biking, hiking, camping, snowboarding and pretty much anything outdoorsy and adventurous. " ”

“ I am new to the area, love walking, and am excited to walk around some new areas with new people. ”

“ Hi.. bored in Barre..I dont usually get many fun offers to do things. Mostly they involve my friends kids..not fun for me. Looking for stuff to do. ”

“ I am looking to meet some new people and have some fun. I am a single mother of three teenage kids...(yes, I have earned every gray hair on my head.) Just looking to meet some freinds and get out and start ENJOYING life for a change. ”

“ Hey Everyone! I'm really looking to be involved in something different and get out there and meet some fun people! ”

“ Hi New to Vermont, I would like to meet new people, spend some time out and explore Vermont. ”

“ I recently moved from Oregon to Burlington. I would love to meet people outside of my workplace. ”

“ Meet new people. Have fun and socialize ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I just moved to Burlington and would love to meet some new people and discuss some great reads! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because being involved with other people is always more fun. And, I would like to meet more like-minded folks. ”

“ I need to have a life outside of my "mommyhood" and would love to get together with other ladies for actual adult conversation! ”

“ good to meet new people, helps with motivation ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I'm returning to Vermont and want to meet people. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I seem to have no life and I want to fix that. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I desperately need to get into shape and I need a lot of motivation. I would love to have a friend or 2 to get together with and maybe go walking and just be there for each other for encouragement. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I want to walk and make new friends ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I want to walk and exercise and having someone to do it with and share experiences will help me stay motivated. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I don't have many friends in the area and my family lives 2 hours away. I had a relationship that ended about 2 years ago and he "took all of our friends with him". I need to meet new people & make my own friends. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I like hiking with a group of like minded spirits and dogs! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am looking to find a dance partner! I also grew up in dance but haven't had much opportunities to partner dance. I would love to learn! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I like reading and want to meeting people ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I like the idea of getting to know others who enjoy reading. ”

“ relatively new to vermont, looking to meet people with similar interests. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am moving back to the area after 10 years in California and want to meet new people. ”