“ I want these local Meetups because I LOVE games - of all types, there's nothing more wholesome and fun than a game ”

“ Recently I moved to the area and I would like to meet people for some fun other than bars and clubs or the party scene. I discovered the love for playing Scrabble and Boggle a few years ago as a stress reliever and I'm not too bad at them. ”

“ Our family, two adults and two teens, like playing some of the newer boardgames such as Munchkin, Zombies, etc and enjoy meeting and teaching others how to play. We also are excited about learning how to play other new boardgames. ”

“ Hi my name is Rosemary and I've been looking for a book club for some time. I keep hearing wonderful things about the Kite Runner and would love to come and hear everyone's comments -- if that is ok with the group. ”

“ I wanted it so bad, I started one! Sign up even if you're not in game development currently! ”

“ I have been looking for beginning Mah Jong players for the longest time. I have a nice set that I would love to put to good use. I am interested in playing for the fun of it, not for money. ”

“ Hello Everyone, I just moved to Vacaville and would love to join or start a group in the area (Davis, Fairfield, Dixon, ...)! ”

“ backgamon player for many years ”

“ My name is Holly. I'm 28 and new to Fairfield. I would like to meet some new people ”

“ I want local English as a Second Language Meetups simply b/c I want to meet a diverse of wonderful people, such as me, and 2 c how we interact from there. ”

“ I'm a strategy boardgamer for about 10 years now. Or maybe 20 years, if you count Amoeba and Champions I played in college. Love Tichu and Schotten-totten, but especially board games with good "bits" for 3-6 people. I could play all day, all night! ”

“ well I like to play mahjong and i just moved here and I would love to meet other people who play. ”

“ I'm 24. I've got a few games (Puerto Rico, Citadels, Bohnanza, A House Divided), but I'd really like to try new stuff. ”

“ Greetings, I'm Brad. I've been playing DnD (& other RPGs) since 1980. I'm looking for a regular group of 4-6 players for Saturday sessions (2pm-9pm?). I enjoy interacting with the players as well as with their characters. I can game master if needed. ”

“ sounds fun. ”

“ Hi! I'm a game board enthusiast, also. I've recently co-created my own financial game. It's a great game for learning new financial strategies. I'm always happy to discuss it with you. Let the games begin! ”

“ Hello! I have a variety of interests and I love meeting new people to share these common interests with. ”

“ My wife and I love to play games of all kinds. Recently moved to Santa Rosa from Marin County, and we're looking to make some like-minded friends for good discussions and fun times. ”

“ I used to LOVE to play board games, haven't in years. Want to meet like-minded players! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am a Registered Dietitian with a past history of bulimia. I've found that my history and training can help others. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I want to meet other roleplayers and perhaps join a campaign to have fun! I love roleplaying and seek others like me. ”

“ Hi. I'm 36, a mom to a 3 yr old girl and have lived in Santa Rosa now for 3 yrs. I enjoy reading, boardgames, coffee, walking, cooking and so much more. I'm looking for something to get me out of the house and always like making new friends. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I enjoy games and don't have anyone to play with right now. ”

“ I interested in meeting others with similar interests. ”

“ I really like this activity and want to share what I have with others. I like to give and receive and have fun with whatever I'm doing! ”

“ I've always loved science fiction and recently have gotten even further pulled in. I love watching, reading and writing(fanfiction) anything that has to with SciFi. My favorites of the moment SGA, Doctor Who, Torchwood. ”

“ Hi. I'm Jeni. I used to have a weekly board game night with friends but alas, people moved away. I have a zillion board games and no one to play with. We used to play at Denny's or Lyon's. ”

“ I live near Santa Rosa. I've been writing a lot of poetry the last few months. I started writing poetry when I was 8, and have written occasionally since then. I've been posting my poetry on my website. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am wanting to make connections with people of like mind. ”

“ My husband and I enjoy playing card and board games & look forward to meeting folks with like interests - in our neighborhood. ”

“ Hi, My wife and I love to play games!! All kind of games,so lets play!!! ”

“ I enjoy meeting people doing the things that I love...walking dogs, eating out, golfing, playing board and card games, bowling, visiting galleries and museums and enjoying nature. Let's meet up somewhere soon! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I get so few opportunities to indulge my addiction. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love to play games and need a fun night now and then. ”

“ Former programmer for a database based accounting system who is updating to newer and different programming and quality assurance technologies (read: going back to college?). ”

“ I love monopoly and would love to hear of a new group starting near-by! ”

“ I'm actually starting a regular MahJongg group, please email dzlouie at yahu if you're interested in (learning) playing. In the Contra Costa county area. ”

“ Risk is my favorite game! ”

“ I would say I'm a walker more than a hiker so this will be a new experience, looking forward to starting with an easy one :) ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I'd like to get to know the city better, meet new people and have a fun social time. ”

“ Coffee! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because it stimulates the mind and lets people with similar interest get together. ”

“ I want to share strategies and opinions and possibly improve current strategies through brainstorming. I also want a support group to ensure discipline in maintained to working strategies. ”

“ I'm moving to Berkeley in August and am looking for other dorks like myself! ”

“ I am interested in meeting people in the Walnut Creek area to continue my gaming hobby. I am interested in playing most any game other than multi-hour (4 or more) epic undertakings. I hope we can get this group off the ground. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I want to play backgammon with other people. =) ”

“ I just started trying to make it out to more of these things. There's the one in Sacramento too. Interestingly, you've got the same day as them. I enjoy most types of games and look forward to coming out to try them in Davis. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I'm a nerd and scrabble is awesome... do I really need a better reason? ”