“ I want these local Meetups because I want to meet people who go through the same struggles I continue to face everyday. ”

“ Hi :) I'm looking to join groups that are related to meeting new girl friends, live music, martinis, cooking, festivals, sports, movies, and pets/dogs. I am familiar with the 'downtown' area and live in the short north. ”

“ Young empty nester who wants to meet others for socializing. ”

“ i want to meet new people and friends with common and new interests. ”

“ I am an Ohio State grad and am moving to Arizona for grad school. I am looking to meet people and have a great time. I like playing volleyball and going out. I want to take up hiking and also find a play group for my labrador retriever. ”

“ I am new to columbus and am looking to meet new people and just get out and do things. ”

“ I am a bus driver for Upper Arlington Schools. I also am a dog groomer. I am currently looking into going to school to become a dog trainner. After that I want to go back to school to become a Vet Tech. I am a natural animal lover. ”

“ Looking to meet other dog lovers and have fun. ”

“ I am a 22 year old working college student. My boyfriend is 27 and owns his own remodeling company. We are going to have a baby in september and we are so excited. We also have a boxer, a turtle, a parakeet, and a cat. ”

“ Couple who moved from Baltimore, Maryland to Columbus, Ohio. Very passionate about Baltimore area sports while learning to root for Ohio State. Have a black lab that we enjoy taking to dog parks in summer for her to swim. We like to foster. ”

“ My name is Michelle, Ive lived outside of Columbus for 10 years, but just recently moved to Columbus. I have a Golden Retriever named Max. I love taking him running, and throwing the ball and frisbee with him. I love to travel. VEGAS is a favorite. ”