“ Hi. I'm trying to start an elementary school with a focus on sustainability. I also want to involve myself more in practicing sustainabilility. ”

“ hello ”

“ I would like to be more environmentally friendly as a consumer, not to mention the fact that I am low on funds!! ”

“ I regularly dumpster dive/garbage pick and it would be nice to meetup to exchange ideas, locations and to make it a safer hobby. ”

“ Hello my name is Jaci and I'm interested in meeting people who set up displays and sell at flea markets as I am currently looking to get involved with this. ”

“ I am looking to learn about dumpster diving in my area of the south loop and an other kinds freecycling ”

“ Trying to consume less in a culture I've been brought up in that taught me to consume consume consume....argh ”

“ Just heard about the freegan lifestyle it just seems perfect for me! ”

“ Hi, I am a mother of seven and have been frugal most of my life. I am a full time student, love to cook and craft. It is always great to meet new people and network. ”

“ Brand new to Meetup, but I've heard good things. ”

“ I would love to meet people that have the same interest that I have!!!! Can't wait, I get a rush when I find a bargain, I'm sure there is a whole lot of us out there!!!!! Nerida ”

“ Hi there, I want some local meetings to meet others in the area, to save money, share ideas, have fun. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I feel like I don't know where to begin ”

“ Just moved to Chicago. Would love to meet people with similar interests in dumpster diving, punk rock , and living beyond the system ”

“ Hi, all! I wanna try my hand at online boutiqing and maximize my thrift store fetish, would love to learn more from the "pros". EBay is calling my name! ”

“ I'm always interested in getting a bargain and not tossing out things others may be able to use. I was always taught that "Someone's trash is another's treasure". Over the years, I've added to my own "collection" and need to share with others now. ”

“ picking should be kept secret, places that is ”

“ I want to network with others who love junk and love the thrill of hunting it! ”

“ "It's just like looking at the wave and saying...Hey BUD...Let's party" ”

“ I am kind of new on Ebay and wouls like to learn more from different people, and as I become more experienced, I would like to sart selling on consignment and perhaps pool a group of people to start a business. ”

“ Hi, I have a beagle and I want to find places to bring her for excersize. Hopefully this meetup will be what she needs to stay healthy and meet friends! ”

“ all my schooling taught me was how to ignore truly usable knowledge... ”

“ We want to meet new, nice and polite people, to get together for socializing. only sep. pic. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because everyone could use something cheap, and or free no matter who you are its nice when you need a little help ”

“ I love junk! LOVE IT! And will look for it anywhere. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because most people think it's nuts. I think it's nuts NOT to dumpster dive. There's enough perfectly good food, clothing, furniture,etc. for everyone. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I want to save the world one garbage bag at a time! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because Trash to treasure-right ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I enjoy browsing for treasures at flea markets and garage sales especially 80's toys and retro anything. ”

“ I love to go to Thrift Stores and would like to learn how to knit and sew ”

“ I even wrote a book about Garage Sales! I'm giving a sale this Saturday from 9-5 at 6244 N. Washtenaw, Chicago (2700 West). You're welcome to stop in and browse. I have some cool stuff to sell. I'd love to meet you so tell me are from Meet Up. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because for thise of us that live out in plainfield ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I've had k2 for a long time, but only used them a few times. I can skate pretty well, but I need some practice on how to stop!!! HELP??? ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I like to make new friends. I recently moved to IL from CT, and I am originally from China. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because bingo is low key and fun. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am trying to find out what the huge rummage sale is called in Naperville off of 59. Does anyone know when it is or if they already had it this summer? I went last year and its awesome! Anyone know? ”

“ I want these local Meetups because it is a way to possibly trade things that one person may need instead of it ending up in the landfill. Also it would be a good way to make new friends and contacts for side jobs. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because im always looking for bargins and ideas of new interests ”

“ Hi, I love women authors. ”

“ I'm a mean, green, vegan attorney (as of Oct 2007, provided I pass the bar), looking for old doors, windows, tables, chairs, and wood. =D ”

“ Im kazz im from the northside of the city. I attend college at truman for art. I love setting down witha good cup of tea which I absolutly love. Green ea and chi are my favs. Hope have some good convos and tastly tea experince ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i enjoy meeting and net working with other ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am moving soon and i will have items for sale also I am a licensed real estate agent and i want to know more about cragslist. I am always interested in self-improvement. ”

“ I help run a non-profit organization that helps with needy items. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because to help with my money situration ”

“ hi, im always looking to make new friends with similar interests. ”

“ Looking for product with resale value ”