“ I have worked for Sumitomo Corporation, which is a trading and invest company in Japan. I am being dispatched to Stanford University as a Visiting Fellow. My expertise is related to e- Commerce, especially logistic, database and procurement. ”

“ I moved to California to be outside more, so whether it's hiking, sports or gardening, I'm interested in all of it! ”

“ Above listed. I like performaing arts, movies, sighseeing, watchiing sports. I like the SFGiants, also the Oakland A's. I like camping and hiking, and taking walks to interesting places. I am single and looking for more fun people to be friends with a ”

“ Looking for fans of the tv series Firefly or just cool people to hang out with ”

“ Die hard Mets fan recently relocated to the bay area (ironic, eh?) and am here to hang with other fans to share my passion with, especially if leads to pickup games of softball or wiffleball. ”

“ Hi everyone. My name is Cher and just looking to have fun and make some new friends. ”

“ I lived in Germany for the past 3 years. ”

“ grew up and lived in SF for years. Loved the Niner teams of the Walsh/Montana/Young era! ”

“ Casey Camilleri is working in Redwood City with ReputationDefender.com as a content producer. ”

“ Always looking to meet fun and active people. ”

“ Looking for lots of fun adventures!!! ”

“ I moved to CA at the end of May (2008) so I want to meet new people and discover places to go and things to see and do. I'm open to trying just about anything once. Twice if it was fun the first time. :) ”

“ Hey there Meetup gang! New to this site but OLD to the area. Born and raised here in SV area so if you're new and want to see the sights, let's start a meetup! Or, if you're a vet of the area, let's revisit and recall why this area is so special! ”

“ My hobbies include traveling (I'm always planning my next trip), finding new chocolate shops, trying new restaurants, going to the ballet/opera/symphony/plays, exploring the Bay Area, and salsa dancing! ”

“ I work during the week and enjoy hanging out and doing things after. Big fan of going to see movies and going out to eat. Also a huge sports fan and music fan. Looking for some people that share the same interests. ”

“ I am open to try new activities. I love sports and seeing the world. ”

“ Hi - my name is Gloria and I enjoy meeting new people. What a great idea this group is - for women between 40-50. I'll look forward to socializing with some new women friends. I enjoy outdoor activities - hiking, biking, casual lunches, BBQs, festiva ”

“ Not much of a talker so this is gonna be short. I'm 28 years old. Born and raised in Chicago. I'm pretty laid back, my friends call me "old man". Involuntarily moved here for a new job, I'm an Air Traffic Controller. Any questions just ask. ”

“ I'm new to the area and I am looking forward to living on the West Coast! I am hoping to find other Chicagoans who know what 16 inch softball is...anyone up for a game? ”

“ Would love to meet people from my hometown--Chicagoans are THE BEST! ”

“ I know of a number of places to swing dance in sf get info at these websites www.catscornersf.com www.lindyinthepark.com Hope these help. It may be fun to have a "meet up" at one of these locations ”

“ Looking forward to April and the start of the new season! ”

“ Hello fellow New Englanders out there! Anyone from the north shore? Where are you all out here in NorCal? Let's go eat Chowda and chear on all kinds of sport ball. Wickid pissa. ”

“ Hey everyone! I moved to SF from Chicago 10 years ago. I've been a die hard cubs fan since the day I was born! I watch all the Bears games and Cubs games at my local pub..the valley tavern on 24th St. Great bar with a great sports loving crowd! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because watching games with other Chicago fans makes the games much for enjoyable. Plus i am always looking to meet new people! ”

“ I'm actually starting a regular MahJongg group, please email dzlouie at yahu if you're interested in (learning) playing. In the Contra Costa county area. ”

“ I am from San Jose orignally and looking to up keep my Sign Langauge skills because in the future I want to teach the deaf! ”

“ I am interested in museums, baseball, theater, live music, wiffle ball, scuba diving, and photography. Oh, and I'm a professional concierge, so you get everything that goes along with that. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love baseball and am facing divorce. I would like to meet people who also share a love for baseball. ”