“ Moved to Madison for Grad School & hoping to meet fun new friends! :) ”

“ Well, this will be different! I'm going to simply get out and have some fun!! "Life is short, even in its longest days." JMellencamp ”

“ I'm a graduate student at UW and have been enjoying exploring Madison and what it has to offer. I always love a fun adventure and meeting new people! ”

“ Hi, I am joining to meet people with similiar interests outside of work. I am looking to expand my circle of friends. ”

“ I'm living at home, looking for a job. I need a reason to get out of the house every so often and meet new people. I like to dance. My family has a poodle. I love knitting. I love to learn new things. ”

“ Hello, my name is Cheryl and I live in South Beloit, which is near the Wisconsin line. I have been sewing for many years and have my own business. I look forward to meeting everyone (if that's possible) and hopefully will learn many new things. ”

“ I moved to Madison two years ago for grad school. Now that I'm "only" working, I'd like to meet new people and relish my free time doing things that interest me. ”

“ would like to find a group to knit and socialize with! ”

“ I am a single mom of one who is very happy to see a single parent group up here. Thanks for forming it! I look forward to meeting other similarly situated people. ”

“ I am new to Janesville/Beloit area and am interested in joining/starting a knitting or prayer shawl group ”

“ I joined meetup with the hope of making some more female friends. I've lived in Madison for a while, but most of my female friends have moved away. ”

“ Hi! My name is Jennifer and I am new to Madison. I am interested in metalsmithing, PMC, and making new friends. I have been involved in Shih Tzu and Parrot Rescue.. I love bookstores, art fairs, cultural affairs, supporting local business, etc.. ”