“ I would be interested in meeting new people. I work a full time job and also own my own business (Pampered Chef) which keeps me pretty busy. I would be very happy to do recipe swap with anyone who is interested. Let me know: ouchalbany@aol.com ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am looking for some intellectual stimulation. ”

“ I want these local Meetups especially for BookCrossing and sci-fi (i.e. Torchwood/Doctor Who) - because it's fun to see what everyone is reading. And to exchange titles too! Nice to meet you! ”

“ I want these local Meetups becauseI do a lot of reading and have done a smattering of writing though nothing has been published. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I loved going to the NYC meetings! Now I need something a little closer. I love having the chance to exchange books in person! ”

“ Hello! My name is Adele and am looking forward to participating in the group "reads." I am 47 years old, single mom, self-employed technology type with a hankerin' for good literature and interesting people. ”

“ Hi I am a working mother of 5 month old. I live in Eastchester and don't know any other moms in the area. ”

“ I want local Mac Meetups because I want to keep up-to-date on new stuff. ”

“ Hi there .. my name is Suzanne aka SxySadist .. my friends just call me Suze. I love to read great books and probaly have more books in my "to be read" pile than I can get through in this lifetime but I am always open to finding more. :) Best wishes ”

“ Hi - I am New Media, Web Developer - Graphic Designer in New Paltz. I attended college there and graduated in 2002. I just want to meet others interested in what I do! ”

“ My bookcrossing name is Hobbit, and I'd love to have local bookcrossing meetings or book exchanges. I'd also consider joining a book club meeting. ”

“ i'll get there soon. ”

“ I really don't like to have my picture taken. I'm the mother of a 3 year old girl, 2 cats, a goldfish and a husband (yes I feel like his mother at times) I like to read a lot especially when the child wants to take over the television and watch vid ”

“ I have a dollhouse and I'm working on a vacation travel/trailer. I could use some help on 'installing' a bathroom in my RV trailer. :) ”

“ I am a second-year English teacher who just moved to Fairfield. I long for discussions resembling those I remember from university, and the feeling of being authentically stirred. ”