“ Buddhist, married, with two beautiful daughters 7 and 13...live and work in Cornelius, NC ”

“ Army brat, Preacher's kid, former baptist, former church music director, currently proud to be a Militant Atheist! Favorite pastimes; reading, throwing pottery, motorcycle travel, most types physical labor. Self sufficient professional. ”

“ Looking for people who are tired of seeing dogs chained up and want to do something about it, i.e, dogsdeservebetter.org attitude. Will always step up for the animals in whatever way I can. ”

“ I am an animal rights activist, but I have always been interested and/or active in many other issues from women's rights to the enviroment. I hope to find a local Vegetarian group and a group who has outings with members who have diverse interests. ”

“ For those people who want to see the world change for the better, like minded friends are out there. By unifying our efforts and supporting one another, we can see our dreams of peace and love become reality. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because of the obvious!!! ”

“ I'm an aspiring fiction writer. I want to be part of a Meetup where I can share my interests and people won't give me blank stares when I tell them about my writing. I'm just starting out and I'd love helpful comments! ”

“ I was looking for like-minded individuals in my area. Would love to meet and talk to people who know about the vegetarian lifestyle. Hope to meet some of you soon! ”

“ Hey...I like knowing people who want to help change animals' lives for the better, on local, state, national scale, and want to connect to make it happen. Member of some local and national animal welfare groups. Have mission, but I like fun too! ”

“ Animals are awesome! Any group where I can meet other people who love animals like I do would be great. ”

“ Hi! I'm here because I have few vegan friends and few vegan-friendly places to go. I have an Animal Rescue Rehabilitation and try to do what I can to make life better on this planet - especially for the voiceless victims of cruelty in our society. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i am dedicated to living a healthy vegetable based diet. I am also interested in meeting new friends that are non-drinkers and enjoy the outdoors and the local art scene. ”

“ i'd like to meet ppl with the same beliefs and interests as me ”

“ Hey guys, I moved here from Ireland about 4yrs ago and I am a BIG Liverpool fan so if anyone wants to go see a game let me know, I also would love to get into playing Soccer again. It has been yrs since I played but I am sure it won't take me long to ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I simply love all animals.. I became a vegetarian nearly 3 years back and i just feel good about myself now and would love to know if other people are just as passionate about animals as i am ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i love animals and hey, be the change you wish to see in the world right? ”

“ I am a professional pet sitter in the Southeast Charlotte & Union County area with over 10 years of experience. My email address is: aips28105@hotmail.com ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I feel like I am the only vegan in Salisbury. It would be nice to make some new friends who understand what my life is all about. ”

“ I like doing new and interesting activities. ”

“ I want to help/meet/organize anyone or anything with a cause to help animals :]]] ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I eventually want to make helping animals into a LIVING but in the meantime I LOVE volunteering and helping in any way I can! ”

“ I would like to learn meditation techniques for this stressfull world. ”

“ I recently had a situation where a foster mom brought a 1 1/2 year young beagle mix to Statesville animal control on a Sat. We had the dog adopted and she was going to be picked up on Fri per a phone call they put her in the gas chamber Fri morning. ”

“ I want local Animal Welfare Meetups because I believe in taking care of our animals in our communities. I run Kel's Critters Pet Sitting and want to be more involved in helping animals in our community. ”

“ I want local Dog Rescue Meetups because I have been rescueing dogs and puppies for almost a year and its hard to find caring individuals who understand why your saving dogs and puppies from the shelters and abusers who do not care for them. ”

“ I want local Dog Rescue Meetups because networking helps other rescues know about you and vice-versa, and that knowledge may help to save more dogs. ”

“ I want local Ex-NewYorkers Meetups because it is a tad lonely here, not knowing anyone. Funny, when New Yorkers meet each other here, it's like old home day! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because it was good fun. Here is local info: Tom Sykes Recreation Center presents Adult Co-ed Dodge ball! For more information contact: 704-432-4806 or email Jocelyn.Anthony@mecklenburgcountync.gov ”

“ I just moved to the Charlotte area and am looking for some good vegetarian restaurants/stores, know any good ones? Found a nice natural/health foods store in Davidson, near the college. ”