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“ I am interested in meeting new, interesting, kind, & fun people. ”

“ I just graduated from college and looking to meet new friends. ”

“ IT Director also having own Professional Development Small Business for Women; BS Degree in Computer Information Systems (DeVry University); MBA (Keller Graduate School of Management). Interested in Meetup Group that hosts social activities for African- ”

“ I have been considering getting an exotic bird ever since I saw a terribly sad, neglected one several years ago in a pet shop window. Maybe I could rescue one in that poor bird's honor. Katie Driscoll ”

“ I enjoy meeting people who do more than sit around and watch TV. I know a little bit about a lot of things. I recently moved to Algonquin and I am excited to meet people who live near me. ”

“ Looking forward to meeting everyone. Love films! ”

“ Hi ladies - I am new to Naperville and have always wanted to join a book club! I liked all of the authors mentioned and think this will be so fun! ”

“ Hello all ! Never a dull moment here ! I would recommend Meetup to anyone looking to meet new friends and gaining new experiences. ”

“ Looking to meet new friends with similar interest, possibly a dance partner. Love to dance (swing, country, etc.), other interest are biking, walking, cooking, read everything, especially mystery. Would love to hear from you. ”

“ Married 26 year old chick looking to find some good friends, good conversations, and all around good time! ”

“ Looking for other upbeat and positive women that want to get out there and do daytime activities. Let's go for a ride or take a walk and do lunch!!! ”

“ Crystal Lake areas, Drive all over. Just like to meet new Midlife girlfriends and go out. Flex hrs, Prefer M-Th Days,wkends ok sometimes. http://www.groups.yahoo.com/group/midlifeemtpynest while waiting for a group to "start" on meetup. Email me. ”

“ I am a fairly tall woman looking to meet new people to share experiences, friendship, activities, etc. I have a great many of the best female friends in the world, and a few male friends. I do use a cane though due to back injury but can get around. ”

“ I just moved to Hoffman Estates with my children to be closer to my family. I would like to join a group with people who enjoy the same things as I. ”

“ Looking forward to meeting some new people ”

“ I RECENTLY MOVED TO THE CHICAGO AREA, AND WOULD LIKE TO GET INVOLVED IN SOME OUTDOOR ACTIVITY.. ”

“ I just moved back to the Chicago area and am looking for groups interested in cooking, baking, vegan & vegetarian food, hiking, photography and volunteering. : ) ”

“ Currently I'm seeking a Green Bay Packers game day meet-up group. ”

“ I am going through a divorce after 28 yrs of marriage. I have 20 yr old twins, one in college the other lives on his own. I going to school (part time at night) and looking for a full time job. Also looking for others in my situation and to get out ”

“ Looking for folks who like to play Euchre in the schaumburg area. ”

“ Hi, I'm Melissa and am interesting in hearing from anyone who has homeschooled in the pre-school years. My husband and I are considering this route and would love to hear from parents and get any info you have to share. melissakmay@comcast.net ”

“ Hi, my name is Lisa. I have a 15 year old son and almost 2 year old son and expecting baby #3. We love to walk and would like to get to know other moms in the area. ”

“ Hi I am Caroline. I live in Yorkville and am a mother of 3 small children. I am interested in meeting more moms in the area. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love to show my daughter off to others and watch her run and play with others. Plus I like the idea of her getting to experience other children since she is an only child. ”

“ Hi, i'm new to the area... and have a son born april 24, 2008. my husband works alll the time, and i'm just looking for some interaction with other parents to keep my sanity lol.. and i also want to give dylan an opportunity to socialize ”

“ Hi, my name is Andrea and I have a 7 month old boy named Zachary. I am looking for Zachary to meet some other children. ”

“ Hi i am Karen, I am looking forward to meeting new friends and having some fun! ”

“ I would like these local Meetups because I would like to meet other young parents with common interests in my area. I'm a stay at home mom of a 5 month of and it would be nice to build some lasting frienships for my son and I. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because this looks like a fun, energetic group of people. I like to eat too!! It will be great to meet everyone. I'm looking forward to it. ”

“ Hi, I'm Pam. I've been divorced for a long time, so I'm over my issues. I've been busy raising my daughter, who is turning 22, and now I'm ready to start a new chapter in my life with someone special. ”

“ New Girlfriends Group in Far West Suburbs Kane & Dupage. http://groups.yahoo.com/group/IllinoisGirlfriendsGroup/ ”

“ Hello, I am interested in making some additional female friends. After being married for about four years, I have lost touch with a lot of my HS and College friends. My husband and I do not have any children ... but, we have a ton of pets!!! ”

“ Hi, I'd like to meet some new people in my area. ”

“ New to the area I am a sahm with a daughter almost 3 and son 7 looking for friends with toddlers for daytime activities. ”

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