“ My boyfriend and I would like to learn how to fly a kite. We just returned from San Francisco and was impressed with the kite flying. ”

“ My name is Chelsea and I would like to join to get support, make friends, learn new things and even have some fun. ”

“ Just want to make new friends that are around my age or older and hopefully meet someone to hangout with. Possibly meet a movie buddy? ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am looking to expand my outdoors and educational experiences, and who couldn't use a few more friends?! ”

“ ^-^ Hello ”

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

“ I'm a very outgoing person who happens to get all winter off. What better to do than meet new people and share good times and smiles?? Maybe even meet a very special partner in crime one day?? :-) ”

“ My husband and I just adopted a retired greyhound and we would love to meet and greet with other greyhounds and their people in the Chicagoland area. We live in the NW burbs. ”

“ Hello! I'm interested in joining meetups which are preferably in the Western burbs. Also willing to head out to the city on weekends. I like theater, movies, music, comedy, dining out, games of all kinds, and outdoor recreation. ”

“ Hello everyone. I am a single mom who LOVES to read. I have always wanted to be involved with a book club. I'm very excited. ”

“ Hi I am Vivienne I make organic soaps from essential oils herb infused teas, synergy blends etc, anyone interested in botanicals and soapmaking? I live in the south west suburbs of chicago email: naturessuds@wideopenwest.com for my free brochure ”

“ Enjoy playing board games. Am a crafter/ artist. ”

“ Hello Out There!! I'm looking for people in and around the Evanston area to get together with to see movies, swap books, walk and/or "meet up" If anyone is interested let me know!! Thanks and Take it Easy, Toby ”

“ I want local Kurt Vonnegut Meetups because I love the master of black humor. He taught me everything I know about finding humor in the darkest times. ”

“ I moved to Chicago from 15 years ago to get my masters at the Art Institute. I am a sculptor and musicain and perform my music at various places in the city. I love Chicago. Lots to do. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am interested in meeting people who have a thirst for life and continuous learning. ”

“ To accompany other instrumentalists and/or singers. ”

“ My fiance is French and a French teacher but I only speak the language a little bit. I would like to find a group that is newly learning or can tolerate a beginner so I can improve upon my French. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love to read and I am looking to meet new people! ”

“ I am just curious what you are all about. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I do much better sticking to an exercise regime if I have some company!!! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because they're definitely enlightening and stimulating for anyone who wants to be involved...besides,life is too short!!! ”

“ I would like to meet other people who enjoy making cards and ATC's I'm always looking for new ideas ”

“ When you cook, you spread joy and good times. What better way to meet new and interesting people. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am looking for new friends with shared interests. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I would be more motivated if I shared an activity with others ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am a stay at home mom who loves to read. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because my family and I just relocated to this area and I would love to meet other stay at home moms and I need the encouragement and support in my quest to have a healthier 2007. ”

“ Hi, I like singing even though I suck! Give me a microphone and I am so there. And I don't have enough sense in my head to get drunk before I do it! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love to read and would like to meet other people that like to read books. ”

“ I want local Book Club Meetups because i love to read and discuss books with other avid readers. I also enjoy meeting new people. ”

“ I want local Cooking And Recipes Meetups because was involved in a meetup group in Dallas, TX and I just moved to Chicago and I'm looking to meet people with similar interests. ”

“ I want local Book-Swap Meetups because trees matter! Until we get an organizer, defintely check out the site, SWAPSIMPLE.com - fantastic book, dvd and video trading site. ”

“ I've got way too many books. I've got a lot of true crime and recent fiction books. I'm interested in finding a way to swap books so I could actually get the books I want to read while getting rid of the books I don't want without spending money. ”

“ I love to travel and meet interesting people. ”

“ Hi! I am Renee and am in my early 30s. I am a SAHM to an 18 month old girl. We are located in the Bucktown/Wicker Park Area. ”

“ I love theater. Would like to meet with like minded friends. ”

“ I have worked in this field in the past, and am considering going back to events. I'd like to talk with others in the field to bring myself up-to-date. ”