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If you're new to Sacramento Linkup and would like some advice or encouragement on how to get started, please make use of our "buddy system." The people you see listed below have volunteered to help out by corresponding with the new people on Sacramento Linkup, to share their experiences and offer guidance and support.

Please feel free to drop any of them a note about anything concerning Sacramento Linkup. Each one of our "buddies" has a lot of experience, and would like to help you feel as comfortable and confident as possible.

You can also find the Sacramento Linkup "buddies" listed in events and searches. Just look for the green B next to someone's name. That's the "green light" to go ahead and contact them with questions.

Brent B - Sacramento - joined November 1, 2005

"Welcome to a great way to meet new people of all different backgrounds and experince, enjoy your time here and take advantage of making new contacts and friends."

Profession: Comercial Insurance Interests: I love DVD movies, music, and my favorite thing to do though is spend time with my children when they come to visit me. I am a very active person. I work out and enjoy it very much. I also play in a flag football league.

Carley B - Sacramento - picture - joined March 2, 2006

"I joined Linkup nearly two years ago and it has been the best source of Entertainment I have found in Sacramento! Best of all I enjoy all of the friendships I have made and all the new people I meet at Linkup events. It is easy to be involved. Ask me how."

Profession: Office support Interests: cooking (especially creating recipes), dining out, kayaking, river rafting, crocheting, walking, board games, local travel, reading (fiction, biography, mystery), children, beautiful scenic walks, dancing to 80s alternative, meeting new people

Casey B - Roseville - joined November 2, 2005

"Hi! I'm Casey. 26 yr old leftist mama to three boys. Looking for people of like mind to hang out, have coffee, see a movie.... Nice to meet ya!"

Profession: Stay at Home Mom Interests: reading everything I can get my hands on, indie films, activism, politics, traveling anywhere & everywhere, coffee, small businesses, family, the art of tattoo, live music, meeting new people, crafts, baking

Deborah B - Sacramento - picture - joined April 27, 2005

"Welcome new member! please let me know if I can assist you in any way. My Link Up experiences have all been positive and the events are part of my routine every month."

Profession: registered nurse Interests: independent films, drama tv, ficiton novels, words games, companion dogs, home remodeling. Spirituality, volunteering, traveling local and long distance.

Dominic B - Roseville - picture - joined August 14, 2006

"Q? Call me @ 916.223.8889 or email @ kngreco@surewest.net"

Profession: Real Estate Interests: I like fun runs, dancing, working out at the gym, restoring my classic muscle cars, going to Maui as much as possible..

Dwayne B - Elk Grove - joined November 20, 2004

"Welcome to Sacramento LinkUp! You're about to embark on an awesome journey of meeting some really great people on some fantastic adventures. I encourage you to actively participate in the events and share of your ideas for events with us! Welcome!"

Profession: Fire Safety Interests: Sailing, ocean, outdoors, meeting people

Jeanne B - Roseville - picture - joined September 27, 2004

"Hi, Welcome to Sac Linkup. Let me know if I can be of any help if you'd like to host an event.. I manage the Sacramento Movie and Arts Club. You can click on "previous events" under that group to see some things I've hosted in the past. ~~Jeanne"

Profession: medical transcriptionist Interests: Some group activities I love are movies (see Sac Movie & Arts under Groups) and cultural events, cooking for and dining with friends, hiking and other nature-loving activities, conversation and volunteering.

Judith B - Folsom - picture - joined March 29, 2007

"Interesting people are out here, you've just got to step out and give it a try. What are you interested in?"

Profession: Graphic Designer/Illustrator Interests: Art, baseball, gardening, cooking, fishing, playing with my 2 cats, wine, reading mysteries, theater, movies, good TV, travel (local and international), antiquing.

Julie M B - Sacramento - picture - joined July 31, 2005

"You are going to love this site. Check out all the awesome things to do. Email me with what your interested in and if it's not already on the site we can put something together."

Profession: Civil Engineer Interests: Reading, dancing (ballroom & techno), hiking, attending the theatre (musicals especially), camping with my dogs, traveling, bowling, long weekends, dining out, volunteering, meeting new people, watching movies, crochet, cross-stitch, and hanging w/friends

Kathleen B - Roseville - picture - joined February 21, 2006

"Welcome.. Please message me if you'd like a Buddy to attend your first few meetings with. We were all new here once!"

Profession: Realtor ( live in Lincoln) Interests: Thinking & living 'outside the box', spontaneous fun, stimulating conversation over a meal, creative writing, live music (nearly all genres), film/theater/festivals, games/cards, current events, discovering California , and meeting passionate people.

Lee B - Sacramento - picture - joined April 2, 2005

"Hello new members, this is a great place to find people with the same or developing interest at just about anyhing. Life is too short not to try different things. Carpe Diem, it doesn't come to you, make great strides, and meet great people."

Profession: Network Engineer, coach Interests: Coach, play sports: Volleyball, and Soccer, mentor kids, Theather, independent films, arts, snowboarding, motorcycle riding the twisties, track , and trips. Rafting, 80's live band. Long hikes, learning new stuff. Team building, great communica

Luke B - Sacramento - picture - joined June 15, 2007

"Hey -- some of this is fun. Try it."

Profession: novelist/poet, political consultant Interests: fine dining, theater, movies, ballet, bbqs, literary events, politics, dancing, blues (Eric Clapton to Robert Johnson, Bessie Smith), jazz, poetry, fiction (Cormac McCarthy, Norman Mailer, Carl Hiassen, James Lee Burke, Elmore Leonard), environment

Mindy B - Sacramento - picture - joined August 26, 2006

"Linkup is a great group of people so don't be afraid to come out!"

Profession: Paralegal Interests: Movies, trying new restaurants, live music, live theater, comedy clubs, museums, dancing, hiking, good conversation.

Noel B - Sacramento - picture - joined May 3, 2005

"Hello! I would be happy to meet new members and answer any questions!"

Profession: attorney Interests: Wine tasting, dining with friends, traveling - both international and short weekend trips, playing with our dogs, being a parrothead (i.e. a fan of Jimmy Buffett), and just experiencing new and different things

R Alan B - Sacramento - picture - joined December 28, 2006

"Hi, I can tell you what little I know, if you need help, just ask."

Profession: Environmental Scientist Interests: good movies, politics, environmental issues, learning new things, visiting new places. The ocean, Mtn biking, swimming, kayaking, camping.

Sandra B - Sacramento - picture - joined September 7, 2006

"Hi! This group has been a great opportunity to meet others here in Sacramento. I would love to be a part of your first experience!"

Profession: University Administration / Professional Home Stager Interests: Dancing, music (especially Jazz, Soul, Blues, Old School), local theater productions, movies, yoga, hiking, fitness, art shows, the ocean and the outdoors, new people and socializing, home decor, day trips to Bay Area or Wine Country.

Tamara B - Elk Grove - picture - joined August 12, 2007

"Hi, Welcome to Sacramento Linkup. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions. I look forward to meeting you."

Profession: R.N. Labor and Delivery Interests: reading, dancing, dinner, walking, plays, musicals, rock and r&b concerts, socializing with others