“ Hi -- I create beaded jewelry that's auctioned off by charities. I'm hoping coming to meetups will keep me productive. Jewelry making is my therapy. Would like to meet others who enjoy it, too -- maybe get together 4 "field trip" to bead show in SF. ”

“ My name is Holly. I'm 28 and new to Fairfield. I would like to meet some new people ”

“ Hello buddys. just moved hear from santa rosa looking to meet some friends and have fun ”

“ I grew up playing Pinochle. Fun game! ”

“ Hello, my name is Donna. I recently relocated to to Sac. Co. and am looking to meet others that have the same interests as myself and am looking for new friendships, learn new hobbies, and get to know the territory (I also love outdoor activities!) ”

“ Hello, I'm Sheila. ”

“ Just lookin for some hip characters to hang out with. just tired of hangin around this yuba city and finding that I'm missing out on a more meaningful life . I like to splash in waves, run through flowers, and play my guitar. New experiences welcome! ”

“ Hello everyone, I have learned about meetups from my daughter in Washington who thinks they are the greatest. Thought I would try to find a group here. I am hoping a group starts so that I can learn and have fun doing so. ”

“ I am a new beader who's really hooked in a short time. I love learning new techniques and seeing the works of others for inspiration. I would love to have a Meetup group in or around Natomas. Please get in touch with me if you are interested. ”

“ I am a local artist, mostly photography but I create and sell my beaded jewelry to friends and family. I have a full time job in mortgage banking. I can often times spend LOTS of money on beads at the local stores or bead and gem shows. ”

“ I live in Auburn and would like to meet with groups in my area to work on projects or get more information. I have a project to start and would love some help and suggestions before I begin. ”

“ I am interested in the meetups, because I am looking for local contacts, craft fairs, and people who like the same things I do. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because it is inspirational to spend time with others who share the same hobbies. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I need to get into the goove of things again. Been out of crafting for some years now, want to sell on some neat craft websites on line, need to free up my life some, want to work more at home making money. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because knitting with a friend or few friends is a special time set aside to visit and learn and knit. Or Bead!! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i enjoy quilting and working with beads. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I would like to meet people that have similar interests.I'm disabled,and don't get out to meet people much,& I'm looking to make some new friends,and possibly team up with someone I click with to go "C"show-swapmeet ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love to work with other artists ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love knitting. ”

“ Hey there- Born in upstate and got my masters at Fordham Rose Hill. Lived in Manhattan for three years - working on Madison Avenue and in Times Square. ”

“ My name is Jenn and I am single and 32. I love sewing and all things crafty! I am new to the Sacramento area and would love to meet new crafty friends! ”

“ I make both wire and bead jewelry, including seed beed weavings, etc. I am interested in finding other people who have similar interests, and getting together to share ideas and have fun! ”

“ I'm relatively new to knitting since all I seem to knit are scarves. I've started my first sweater, but always find other projects to start instead of working on it. In fact, I have about 5 projects going right now. Is that normal for knitters? ”