“ We relocated from Michigan to Lake Travis area. Husband just retired (Jan 08) I'm an architectural historian. Two teenage sons. Love to play cards, cook, boat. I'm a dk beer aficionado. Husband now owns an aisle at Lowes! ”

“ I would like to meet other single males and females in my area as I have just recently relocated back to this area. ”

“ like math and mechanics ”

“ Hi! My name is Mary. I am interested in the Red Hat Society because I want to meet new people in the Bastrop area. ”

“ I've been in Austin for a number of years but would like to meet new friends to explore all that Austin has to offer. I enjoy casual intelligent conversation, laughter, spriitualism, theatre, outdoor life, dining out, comedy, music etc. ”

“ Hello, I'm interested in trying Austin restaurants, and meeting new friends. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I enjoy riding with someone. And, it is safer in case of an accident. ”

“ Although Austin has a lot to offer, I would be interested in enjoying activies in the hill country that would include Cedar Park. ”

“ I have lived in Austin for 9 yrs. My daughter is off at college so the house is quite. I'm hoping to discover places to go and meet new friends. ”

“ Hi, I'm Jerry and I'm 55 ....for a few more days anyway. ”

“ I moved to Austin from Myrtle Beach and really love it. Especially the music scene and all the culture. I am a retired teacher from Ohio and am in real estate at the moment. ”

“ Hello, my name is Jonathan. I will be visiting Austin on business (I work for Intel) Feb 9 to Feb 13 and I have never been there before. This seems like a good way to meet local people. I am 48 years old, with two children (16 and 19). ”

“ Came here after Katrina. Miss NOLA. ”

“ Hi group: I want to join a meetup to meet with other likeminded people who enjoy alcohol free activities. I love to do anything in nature or sit around a coffee house and chat. Looking forward to meeting some of you. ”

“ I love the oldies & love talking about that time.. what I still call "the good ol days :) I am 61 yrs old female who recently moved to Austin :) ”

“ I want these local Meetups because been in Austin for 2 yrs from the NW. Would like to meet more of you that are in the same age category; Austin seems to be city brimming with the under 35 set. maureena So. Austin ”

“ I am a retired speech-language therapist from El Paso but spent 35 years in Ca. I am a native who has come home. I love country western and west coast swing dancing. If anyone has in mind a girl's night out for dancing I would be interested. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I have just moved here from Florida and would like to meet some people. I really like Austin; the people are friendly. This is a great way to meet people. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I want to meet new people my age (60) and to get fit and enjoy life. ”

“ Hi, moved to Austin Aug 05- one daughter left at home- graduates from Cedar Park High School this year- I am currently going back to school to start my second career in Graphic Design- kind of busy between work and school, but would like new friends ”

“ We moved to the area last Nov. We have one grown daughter and would like to meet other child free couples/empty nesters with common interests. We are in the Lakeway area of Austin. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i am proud of my moravian heritage - i have traced my family history, recently participated in a festival wearing my moms 'native' costume, and speak a tiny tiny bit of the languarge ”

“ I need to fit in somewhere, as a widow of six years now, age 52,no children/grandkids I don't seem to fit in anywhere, and still grieving... I have a couple of supportive friends,I'm blessed to have them. Need to connect w/others at the same place ”

“ I belong to a Contemplative Knitting Circle, a mix of knitting, silence & reflection, with fellowship. I would love to have other knitters join us who share theses interests. ”