“ Hi. My name is Ellen and I'm interested in local Meetups because I think it would give me a chance to meet new people who have the interests I do and have some fun. Those interests include working on different craft projects. Feel free to contact me. ”

“ I am new to beading and would like to meet up to share ideas, learn from others and maybe swap beads. ”

“ I'm a reader and stamper and would love to meet up with people who want to stamp or share books. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because they're a great way to meet new people with similar interests ”

“ I want these local Meetups because, I'm single,East African professional, recently relocated to NewEngland from down south. I currentlly reside in RI. Thank you, ”

“ I want local Cashflow Meetups because I am looking for other investors who want to increase their financial IQ. ”

“ I want local Alternative Health Meetups because I live a healthy lifestyle and would like to meet others who share my views on alternative health. ”

“ Hi, I am from West Warwick and have just started to read up on wicca and witchcrafty. I could use some advice. ”

“ Hey BookCrossers, My name is Tara and I recently found out about you guys. I think what you do is really cool and would like to attend a meeting to find out more! ”

“ It would be nice to walk near the Brockton or Easton area and also get to know new friends. WB Mason stadium in Easton has a brand new track. ”

“ Hi, I am a teacher on the South Shore, a very amatuer singer, and a serious bibliophile. ”

“ Hi, I'm South of Boston, Norwood. Anyone else out there? Love to hear from you! Slainte, Murghail ”

“ I'm a librarian working as an information architect, and have always loved books and reading. ”

“ New resident in the Providence area? looking for a book group to participate in. Just curious about what is here. ”

“ I'd heard about bookcrossing or rather the concept of it, but I looked into it recently. But I'm a veteran when it comes to books and reading. A regular bookworm (oh well so wot if the TV's on..i can multitask..hehe) ”

“ I love to read, but work a lot, so it is neat to be able to "release" my books!! I have just started out, so I have not released any yet, but look forward to doing so!!! ”

“ hi i'm emily. i just moved to providence a few months ago, and i adore doing mail art and pretty music such as mirah and the microphones. i would love to meet other mailartists in the area. xox ”

“ Hello, I am looking forward to meeting with the group. ”

“ Hi, I'm a writer of non-fiction, specializing in classical music-related subjects, but I am a reader of just about everything. For casual reading, mysteries top the list, plus general fiction, and some science fiction (though I haven't read that avi ”

“ Hi: I"m a baby boomer, and just love books. Actually, I like anything dealing with words like scrabble, anagrams, word or crossword puzzles. Have even delved into word origins. I would love to talk about books and meet other people in a comforta ”

“ Hi! I love to read sci-fi/fantasy and historical fiction, but almost any fiction will do. Sometimes I'll even read The Wall Street Journal. ”

“ Hi- I'm new to Bookcrossings and am glad to hear there is a group close to home (Hopedale). I enjoy a variety of genres ie: mystery, biography, fantasy(Tolkien), non-fiction such as nature, environmental and do-it-yourself books. Happy New Year! ”

“ I'm a science teacher at the moment. Previously I worked as a naturalist and as a Peace Corps volunteer and trainer in Ivory Coast. I have a hankering for nonfiction, but a good page turner is what it is! ”

“ I miss sharing what I've read with fellow book lovers. I once taught English and read lots of fiction and poetry. Now I read non fiction maybe too much.Reading The Life of Pi reminded me what I was missing. ”

“ I am surmisez on BC. Reading is my only vice. I tend to go into withdrawal when I run out of books to read. ”

“ Hi I just started running again, and still walk/jog for approx. 3 miles myself. I was hoping to find a group to exercise with as I seem to need the push by others to make the commitment. ”

“ Hi, I'm Gina and VERY new to knitting. I am so new that I don't know what I'm doing. I need some guidance in the basics....ok, I need a lot of guidance. Any good teachers out there...help! :) ”

“ I love a variety of books, from poetry to science fiction, but about half of my 1000 or so books are non-fiction. ”

“ 06/26/03 I work 3 jobs, no benefits, barely making 15k a year. But I sent $25 to Dean. Just in case, you know, it might help make this world a little better. You never know. ”

“ hi Im Deb.. Just learning Magic the Gathering. ”