“ Looking to meet up with some like minded people, not really too many veggies here would love to meet some more!! Maybe between us we can do some good in this crummy town :D ”

“ I am interested in meeting people in Pensacola and Pace to hang out and do stuff with such as going out to dinner, shopping, travel, sports activities like hiking, tennis, swimming, etc. ”

“ I would like to join meetup because I moved to the area about a year ago and although the friends I've made here so far are wonderful, none of them have children my daughter's age. ”

“ Self improvement ! ”

“ I moved to Lower Alabama from Las Vegas, Nevada, about 6 months ago for a professional career opportunity; and I am looking to make friends with common interests. ”

“ Other network sites offer an in home setting where people can meet and blog. Blogging is fine, but I prefer to get to know others who have the same interests as myself and be active in things that interest me and my family. ”

“ I'm 23, single, and new to area (Aug. 09). I'd like to meet new people to do things with. I love kayaking, hiking, tubing, exploring, and sports (Go Noles). I also love to travel, dining/drinks out, and more. ”

“ I am looking to meet new people. We are a military family and I stay at home with our child. I am trying to find some photo buddies to shoot with on the weekends or possibly during the week. ”

“ I am married and have two children a son who is 5 and a daughter who is 4. I'm in the military and enjoy what I do and I love to be active either by running or going for long hikes. My kids are my centerpoint and they keep me on my feet, but love it ”

“ Hi my name is Heather and my boyfriend and I moved to the Gulf Breeze area a few months ago. I joined Meet Up to get to know the area and meet new interesting people and find some fun stuff to do. ”

“ I enjoy the outdoors, arts, theater, movies, board games, coffee, and lots more. Just recently moved to the area. Still looking for some good places to see. These meetup groups have been great. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I'd like to meet other pugs and their owners. To socialize and let my dog play. ”

“ I spend lots of time doing the things I love (hiking/backpacking, kayaking, sailing, etc.), and it would be cool to meet others in the area who are into the same things. ”