“ I'm always looking for ways to be more free. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I like to meet and do things with people. ”

“ to meet new people ”

“ horse back riding ”

“ I am looking for a lunch group for small business owners to get together downtown once per month. We could talk about business, how exhausted we are or things totally unrelated and fun. The fellowship could be awesome! ”

“ have lived in the DC area most of my life,a lot of it in Bethesda. I am a WJ graduate,class of '67 (that puts me in my late 50's). I have traveled abroad,love to try new restaurants and different types of food,movies, theater,I teach nursery school. ”

“ I created and joined this meetup to meet people that are interesting in travel and seeing the world ”

“ Wife & I are childless and many of our friends now have children, and it is difficult to plan and do social events. ”

“ Hi, I am interested in meeting new people and in particular in the Southern Maryland area :) ”

“ Hello, my name is Larisa. I am new to the DC area and want to meet interesting, outgoing, fun, professional people to make friends with. I enjoy traveling, learning languages, dancing latino and ballroom, and participating in various sports. ”

“ Just looking for a cooking class.... ”

“ I would like to be a member of local Indian meetups because I listen to Bollywood music all the time and make friends. ”

“ I have a very tight schedule with my family and sometimes need transportation. ”

“ I stared Aikido in college at a Yoshokai dojo (http://www.aikidoyoshokai.org/). I have been training at a Yoshinkai dojo (http://www.nyyoshinkan.com/), which is all most, but not quite the same. Looking to meet other Aikido people! ”

“ Hiya! Just in from Scotland and looking to meet people in Annapolis. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i'm new to DC, work alot and rarely have the free time to meet anyone. Look forward to meeting some new folks. ”

“ Hello, Starting a new chapter in my life and this looks like a great meetup! ”

“ Hi my name is Jessica. I live in the Rockville, MD area. I own a private in home tutoring company. I enjoy movies, reading and hanging out with friends and family. I have been in the DC area for 8 years but always enjoy meeting new people. ”

“ Hi! Grew up in California where I was very involved with metaphysics. I am moving from WV to Germantown, MD. Would like to become involved again with New Age thinkers. ”

“ Check out the Charm City Social Club http://socialnetwork.meetup.com/1012/ ”

“ I would like to meet 40+ friends to have brunch, coffee, go to a movie, dine out, join a book club, go to museums, shoot photos, etc. ”

“ Hey , This sounds great. I have 50% custody of my kids. So that makes me 50% single dad but also 50% single guy........ ”

“ I work evenings and would love to do some fun and social things during the daytime. ”

“ I would love to get together with more people in the Silver Spring area. ”

“ Having moved here just recently, I'm eager to make new friends, especially single, unattached people with no kids. DC has so much to offer! ”

“ Hello, I am single and eager to meet new people in Germantown, Maryland. I work in Rockville for the Dept. of H H S (Health & Human Services) office is in King Farm. I love the outdoors, on the water or just being in the sunshine! ”

“ Want to meet nice people in the Northern VA area. Linda - love doberman's. Duke was so cool on Halloween, had a vampire costume on! ”

“ 8+ yrs of Management experience working w/ creative teams, managing art & animation assets, content creation, monitoring budgets / schedules. Maintained production schedules, staffing requirements- managed daily workflow. More info upon request. ”

“ hi- Love museums- new to the area and would love to learmn about my new homw- also looking for some great fun and laughs with new gal pals. ”

“ Hi - I travel between LA and DC. Hope to be back mid-august with my dog, Lucy, for a month, and would love to meet up with some other dog-friendlies. Lisa ”

“ My first love is children's fantasy fiction. I am both an avid reader and writer of the genre. Also love crafts such as crocheting, needlework, scrapbooking, and beading, and I'm always up to learn new ones! Also like hiking if not too strenuous. ”

“ I was rescued by my current owner and would love to help others find homes as well. It would be extra terrific to find some playmates in the Alexandria area to walk with when my 'buddy' comes home from work. She loves to take me out for long walks. ”

“ Hi, my name is Collette and I thought this group would provide a way to meet other like-minded individuals with whom I could attend different events and possibly make new friends. ”

“ Hi,I am Bev. I have been a volunteer for many things in life and find nothing more rewarding..I have been a cat petter.planted tress in Israel and many other interesting things..I am a nurse and volunteering gives me the same reward self- less-ness ”

“ I moved here from Michigan. I miss the laidback personalities found back home. People here are wond-up too much! ”

“ Hey, let's catch a movie together and chat about it. There are plenty of movies out there to see and talk about. I like to laugh so the funny movies would be a great time for all. Let's catch one together. ”

“ Would like to meet others of similar interests. ”

“ I want local Cooking And Recipes Meetups because I would love to meet new people interested in cooking! ”

“ Hi, I'm Janette. I'm single, in my 30's and interested in meeting new people. My passions are travel, live music and food (preferably dining out, but I do cook & bake a little). I watch MLB & PGA and like to snowboard. ”

“ Hello, My name is Renee and today is my birthday. I am in the process of making some positive new changes in my life and I want to start with getting healthy and making new friends. Hope to meet you all soon!! ”