“ Hi! I have been looking for a book club for a long time. I live way up in Stanwood but willing to drive to read and talk about good books! ”

“ Hello! My name is Kristi and I live in the Mill Creek area. I am interested in all types of novels, fiction and non-fiction and would enjoy meeting new people to discuss and share new books. ”

“ hi! i am a 30yo sahm who loves to read and would love the chance to get together with other book lovers! i live in se everett, and like a wide variety of books! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I was assaulted 23 years ago. I think I have something to offer and it helps me remember what I went through. It's a bad thing...a defining thing.....but we can go on. ”

“ Hello, moving to the area and would like to find a reading group. I noticed that we are in need of an organizer, I might be able to fill that role if needed. My favorite childhood book, 'Matilda'. It was a sign :) ”

“ I live in Silver Lake area and would love to find others to share books with! I'm a 34 year old British ex-pat, been here for 7 years. ”

“ Hi, My name is Jon, I am comming out of a 22 year marrige and looking to make new friends and see what life looks like frome a single dads view ”

“ I just moved here from Nor Cal (haven't even found a home yet!) and I'm looking to make new friends. ”

“ i love my dogs and meeting new people ”

“ Primarily looking for other people to go out hiking with as I miss spending time in nature. ”

“ Hi Everyone, Your ideals sound great to me and I'd love to join you. ”

“ I am a 42-year old married Mom living and working in Issaquah (at PCC). Since I was a teenager, I have always had a keen interest in skin care and have tried literally dozens of products, even making my own. ”

“ Hello, I have been a single parent since the beginning. My daughter is now 9 years old. Working full time and being a parent on my own is a lot of work. It would be nice to have friends that know where I am coming from. ”

“ looking to meet new friends who share my interests. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I see them as a great oppotunity for new experiences and gain new friends closer to home. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I want to exercise and meet people. ”

“ I would love to start or join a cooking group. I would love to connect with people who are easy going and eager to learn together. ”

“ Hi Everyone, I am interested in healthy living and really could use more exercise! I look forward to getting out of the house, walking and meeting new friends! ”

“ My husband and I moved to Seattle from Orlando in March '07. I love reading, writing, and jogging, and I hope to meet others in the North Seattle area with similar interests. ”

“ I would like for Roxie to play with other Bulldogs and give me a chance to talk to other bulldog owners. ”

“ Hi I'm Teresa and looking to meet fellow readers in the area. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am new to the area and would like to get back into the socialization and working out arena. ”

“ Hello. I would like to find people somewhat near my home in Seatac, who are also trying to lead a more active life and be more fit. I, myself, have a long way to go in that area, but my 3 dogs are helping a little. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am a publisher promoting growth among local authors and readers. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I recently moved to Washington, and I desperately need friends ”

“ Hi, I live in Sammamish and walk most days for fitness. It would be nice to meet some fellow walking enthusiasts. : ) ”

“ To channel the few good memories I have of middle-school gym class. ”

“ HI my name is Rea. I have breeding, training and working with dogs all my life. I have a male black lab & female labradoodle. I've been racing in flyball for 6 years and dockdogs for 3. I am looking forward to meeting other dogs folks in the area. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I really enjoy books and would love to be able to meet with others that enjoy reading. ”

“ Hi. I love laughing, good company, clean sheets, and other small pleasures of life. I want these meetups to find others who will add spice, fun and food for thought to my life. Hope to meet you soon! ”

“ I want local Cooking And Recipes Meetups because I love to cook and meet new people. ”

“ Because of medical issues, I have a limited distance I can travel. This makes it hard for me to meet people with similar interests. Joining a meetup group in my interests could become a great way to keep fit and centered in the world. ”

“ I want local Book Club Meetups because I just graduated with my BA in English-Lit and I miss talking about books!!! I would love to meetup and discuss all kinds of books! ”

“ I am an avid book reader who reads about a book a day, I currently have over 400 books. Some of my favorite authors are Suzanne Brockmann, Catherine Coulter, Julie Garwood, James Patterson, Jeffrey Deaver, Jayne Ann Krentz, Neil Gaiman. ”

“ I want local Book Club Meetups because I want to meet people in the area with literary interests. ”