“ I have always wanted to get involved in rowing. I love being on the water, getting exercize, and making friends with similar interests. ”

“ I'm new to the area and really looking forward to other crafty people ”

“ I love board games!!! Love having people over to my house as well. I would love a board game group near my home because I have limited capabilities so the closer to home the better. someone gonna start one? ”

“ I am in town only temporarily, for a visit. Found your club and would love to play some Scrabble. Will be in and out of town on other occasions, so I'd love to meet some Scrabble players. ”

“ Always interested in making friends with others that share the same interests. ”

“ My schedule is pretty crazy but am hoping to free some time up to get to know everyone ”

“ Hello, I've been playing strategy games for about 15 years now. Although most of my experience is with Axis and Allies. I have also gotten into BattleLore lately. Anyways, I'd really like to try out some new games and meet new friends. - Chris ”

“ Dodgeball is a lot of fun. With so many young people around, we should be heading back to 3rd grade in no time. ”

“ I'm a life-long gamer and am currently into modern (euro) boardgames more than anything. I live in the Burlington area, and while I may not make it to many events over your way, I'd love to get regular updates about what's going on. Thanks! ”

“ Hey there. My name's Austin and this will be my first time at the Mace convention this year. my friends have been the past 2 years and theyre paying for me to go for my 18th bday. im going to ASU to get a degree in teaching then im goin to the USMC. ”

“ Hi Everybody - I am a real estate agent with Coldwell Banker HPW. I have started this meetup in order to help people look at houses in a a non-threatening, fun, friendly environment. Come join us on one of our home viewing field trips. :-) ”

“ Hi, I've been in Raleigh since 2000. ”

“ I have a long time interest in investments. I received my MBA from UNC-Chapel Hill and currently hold a marketing position at a large software firm. I'd love to engage in some thoughtful conversation around risk and portfolio allocation. ”

“ I love to play games and would love to meet others who do. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love to play games and it's a great way to meet new people. ”

“ ! ”

“ I'm mostly interested in meeting new people and enjoy playing games and cards so it seems like a great way to combine the two. ”

“ Looking forward to meeting folks! ”

“ I moved to NC about a year ago, to be closer to my children. I would love to meet some new friends. ”

“ Hi! My husband Dan and I just moved here from DC. We love to play cards and board games whenever we can. ”

“ Hi!I'm Lori (I'm the one w/short hair in the pic.) I'm 33 years old.I am a Christian and very involved in my church.I would love to meet new friends and I love coffee so that's just an added bonus! ”

“ Hi Lilly ”

“ HI MY NAME IS CHRISTY AND I AM LOOKING TO FIND SOME FUN THINGS TO DO. I ENJOY INTERACTING WITH STIMULATING PEOPLE AND I FIGURE SCRABBLE IS PRETTY ENTERTAINING AND SAFE TO START AS A LEISURE ACTIVITY. ”

“ Hi, I am a new resident of Raleigh area from San Diego. I have been HARD AT WORK FINDING SOMEONE TO TEACH OUT THERE ?! I'M FROM SAN DIEGO WHICH HAS TONS OF HELP - WHATS UP WITH RALEIGH ???!! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I want to meet others who make candles and learn some new tricks ”

“ I have played on and off over the years, nothing serious, but I like to play when I can. ”

“ for fun omg!!! =] ”

“ Hello. I'm Jamie. I've been in Chapel Hill for about 6 months, teaching at UNC. (as a TA) Now that things have settled down for me, I'm interested in meeting some new people with whom to play games of strategy. ”

“ My name is Jo and I teach in Raleigh. ”

“ Yes, it's me, and I'm joining for real. Looking forward to meeting all yous. ”

“ I'm active in young adult ministry, and would love to get more Catholic young adults (20s & 30s) involved as well. This is a great diocese, with many active groups & events: let me know if you need help getting on the diocesan young adult email list. ”

“ Hey, looking foward to making some new friends ”

“ I am twenty four years old and new to the triangle area. I am seven and a half months pregnant with my first child. I am originally from Ohio and a recent college grad. My friends and I used to have board game night at least once a week and I love it ”

“ I am new to the area and looking to make friends here. ”

“ Hi! My name is Terry. I just moved here from New York with my husband and daughter. I'm looking forward to meeting new people. ”

“ Not new to the area, but new to the meetups. Mostly looking to expand my social circle. ”

“ I love games. ”

“ Hi, I'm Natalie, and I have always loved board games! Favorites include Boggle, Cranium, Apples to Apples, Trivial Pursuit, SceneIt, and many more! I look forward to playing with you all ”

“ I'm looking for a good strategy board game group in North Raleigh area. Love the one in Durham, but it's a bit of a drive for me. ”

“ I am Glad be here and to know many people.I like to fall in love and stay with woman players who is intelliegent and elegant. I will like any willing lady to reach me at; franky_tom2007@yahoo.com I really want to love ”

“ I love meetups to meet with other with similar interest who live in my local area. ”

“ My husband Jay is an avid chess player. We just moved to Wake Forest from NY. ”

“ I live in Raleigh, NC and I am considering starting a unique business networking group. ”

“ interested in cooking ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love to play poker, but I don't really trust the online real money scene. I'd rather play in a local group with 20 - 30 dollar buy-ins. I also love to play scrabble and other boardganes. Enjoy blackjack too! ”

“ I'd like to join your group for some fun times. ”

“ Hi, ...I want to meet new people, develop some new friendships and share similar interests. ”

“ Get out and meet new people ”

“ I enjoy a good game of chess. ”

“ Hi ! Looking to meet new people and get some exercise in 3 to 5 days a week. I don't have a kayak, but I like volleyball and saw that you had an event tomorrow. Looking forward to hearing more about kayaking. ”

“ I finished my first marathon, City of Oaks on 11.04.07 and I want to challenge myself in a new direction! ”

“ Hey everyone. I live in Apex. I can't get enough boardgaming. I like the heavier/longer games, but enjoy lighter stuff too. Some of my favorites are Dune/Titan/Age of Steam. ”