“ A friend suggested that a Meetup Group would be great for me to get more involved and active as well as meet people who have similar interests. The American Civil War period, the Victorian Era, antiques, travel, and reading are favorites of mine. ”

“ to learn from others and to get to know people that are asking the same questions. ”

“ [,like everything but physics,] is just stamp collecting. Ernest Rutherford. (I think.) ”

“ I love to study World Religions, Mythology, Fantasy, the Classics(Greece and Rome), Paganism, current events, politics, and the Humanities. Right now I'm also looking for a compatible gal who's not materialistic. ”

“ I'm a freelance writer and photographer living in the Sarasota/Manatee area. Interests include the arts, outdoors, community, technology &c. ”

“ I'm adoptee, who has longed to be with her biological mother. My foster parents were mentally and sexually abusive. I feel disconnected from a lot of people because they don't understand the effects it has on my personality or the person I am. ”

“ Hi, I am looking forward to making new friends and seeing new places. I enjoy a variety of activities - Busch Gardens, MOSI, Tampa Museum of Fine Art, working-out, walking,........ ”

“ Hi, I'm Kim. My son is away at college and now it's time for some "me" time. I'm ready to meet new friends and have some adventure in my life. I like anything outdoors, water, boats, beach, etc. ”

“ Hi, My name is Rachel. I love crafts and making new friends. I also like to try new things and I would like to try knitting. I'm disabled physically and can't stand for very long or be in the heat. ”

“ Is anyone interested in having a meeting in North Pinellas (suggest Clearwater/Tarpon, Dunedin/Palm Harbor/Safety Harbor)? ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love to read books, share ideas, and meet new people. ”

“ I welcome the chance to meet intelligent and friendly people. ”