“ As a student of my own teachings, musings and philosophy, I am in the process of writing a book called Wordplay Randomness. My interests vary as much as much as there are shades of gray and it is unlikely there is a taboo topic or one of disinterest. ”

“ I recently moved to the Minneapolis area to begin my career working as an RN in a cardiac unit. I'm really excited to meet new people and see what the city has to offer! ”

“ I would like to meet new people and learn other people's points of views and suggestions for dealing with different stages in life. I would love to have meetups out in the Northwest suburbs. It's difficult driving to downtown Mpls or St Paul. ”

“ I am a 25 year old graduate from Metropolitan State University looking to make new and fun friends in the Minneapolis area who enjoy some of the same things I do. ”

“ I was born in SD,and have also lived in OR,CO & ND. I moved to MN in 2006. I became an ordained Elder in the Church of the Nazarene in 1988. I have 3 grown children and 9 gkds. I enjoy the arts, sports, dining out with friends,a good movie & reading. ”

“ Hello folks!!! My name is Anneliese. I live alone in Eagan am 31 and have a 6 month old male tabby cat named "Sparky". He is my theoretical child who is constantly in trouble and is my "angelfart" all at the same time!!!! I am an AVID animal lover with do ”

“ Vegan chef, egalitarian woods sprite and lover of the earth. ”

“ I am a single woman looking to meet new friends in the Mpls/St Paul area... ”

“ 26 year old from anoka county area. been a veggie for 15 years. love animals, have 2 of my own. ”

“ I'm a mommy of one (maybe more soon ?) looking for other homeschoolers in the twin cities to play with, field trips etc... I'm a fat girl who enjoys running, knitting, cats, and life! ”

“ I'm interested in meeting other likeminded people who are on a spiritual path. Life is way too great not to share it! ”

“ Hi, My name is Heather and I have a rescue dachshund named Leo. We started, along with others, a meetup called Dachshunds Making a Difference. dachshund.meetup.com/473. Feel free to check it out and see if it meets your needs! Heather ”

“ Love all animals and want to help prevent suffering in any way possible. Look forward to meeting others with similar interest! ”

“ Ive always been around animals, so they've never just been animals to me. They've been my friends and family. I hear about animal injustices all the time, I want to be part of a group that will work to change the way people think about all animals. ”

“ I'm a raw foodist that lives in the Milwaukee area. I'd love to come to a meetup and bring some tasty raw treats. I'm really glad to see this group starting up. Rawk on! ”

“ HI! i am slowly starting to eat raw and feel i will need a support group of fellow raw foodist. I am excited to meet you!! Be well! ”

“ I want local Vegan Meetups because I want to be a vegan when I grow up... ”

“ I am interested in local Meetups because I want to take my passion for animal welfare to the next level. I would like to meet and work with like-minded individuals to discuss, educate and act on behalf of animals in need. ”

“ I want local Guinea Pig Meetups because it would be great to meet others in minnesota that own,breed,or show guinea pigs..this is gizmo...you can contact me @9528351068 ”

“ My dream is to, one day, open a No-Kill Animal Shelter. I don't have the funds to do it on my own. I have been praying for help from above. ”

“ I want local Dachshund Meetups because my little boy, Sasuke, just moved from RI and "lost" his best buddy Bailey from Providence. And like me we love dachshunds and would like very much to meet new friends in who share the same love of doxies. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am an animal lover and have two cats of my own; a Maine Coon and a Ragdoll. ”

“ Hi I just moved here from Atlanta. I am originally from Madison, WI ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I work for the protection of all animals and I'd like to meet other people in the area who want to do the same. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because animals are my passion. I want to get involved in making life a better experience for all animals around the world. I, too, am a PETA member, & I need to meet others. Looking forward to the meetup! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love animals and feel good when I can help them. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I believe in a healthy, organic, mostly raw, conscious life style and would like to meet others who share these values. ”

“ Looking to meet interesting people from around the Twin Cities area for a variety of events activities ”

“ HI! I'm 29. I'm Christian & a vegetarian. Moved 2 MN. 9/05. I haven't had much time to form many new friendships locally with similar interests. Daily I try to be socially & environmentally responsible. I try to live a natural & organic lifestyle. ”

“ There's so many animals out there that need good homes and it feels good to help rescue an animal or help it find a good home. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i love animals ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i like animals. ”

“ Email me at erivkin@mindspring.com to get together for raw vegan gourmet pot lucks - best in TC, classes, retreats, and vegan community in Costa Rica - vivalaraw.org or search for La Joya del Sol. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because because I love birds and I would love to meet people who feel the same. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I'm interested in connecting with other people who are into raw veganism and health! I'm vegan for the animals and the environment, but I'm healthy for myself! ”

“ Hello, I am not a published writer but I do love to write and talk to others about writing. ”

“ would be nice to meet guinea pig lovers in MN..and maybe share some photos of the best guinea pig ever!!! htis is lady she is 6 years old.. ”

“ I want local Dachshund Meetups because , we have a new dachshund , Gidget and she needs some dogs her size to play with. We also have a older Dachshund Ginger and she is 13 years old not much into playing with the puppie. ”

“ I am Erika, my ferret is Fizgig. We are looking to start get-togethers. Those with ideas, contact us. ”

“ I am a new owner of a 4 week old female guinea pig...and i am just getting the hang of it and would like to meet others to talk about guinea pigs behaviors... this is hershey ”

“ Hello!! I am interested in meeting people in this area, and would like to start re-learning all of the Arabic I have forgotten since 1990. Also, I wish to become more involved in Middle Eastern issues ”

“ 28 years old. Love vegetarian/vegan food, reading, traveling, fashion, movies, crafty stuff, music, shows, being silly, coffee, people watching, taking my dog to the dog park.... ”

“ Hi My name is Diane. I work for the airlines so I have flight benefits. My son just graduated from High School and is on his way to college so it is time for mom to have some fun. I a