“ I want these meetings because I'm new to this area (from D.C.) and I'm having a hard time meeting like minded sistahs my age (25) to talk to and just kick it with, shop with, etc. Oh! and most conversations start with my hair : ) (I'm on the right) ”

“ I moved to Alexandria, VA in August and would like to meet other black professional woman. ”

“ HI! I am here to meet people and improve my social network status. ”

“ Hi, I am interested in African/African American connections ”

“ Hi , I am looking for great networking relationships, personal endeavors with like minded BLACK WOMEN! ”

“ My name is Ella D. Curry I'm the CEO of EDC Creations, a marketing and branding firm in MD. I work with self-published authors through mentoring programs, Internet workshops, marketing and branding coaching. Meetup would be a great place to network. ”

“ Hello, I am interested in learning how to maintain and take care of my natural hair! ”

“ I'm new to the area and I'd like to meet people who share similar interest. It would be great to find a mentor as well. ”

“ I would like to meet new friends. ”

“ To meet people who share similar interests. ”

“ Just want to meet some cool and interesting people. ”

“ Greetings! I would like meet new individuals of Alkebulan (pronounced al-kha-boo-lan) descent. Interested in expand knowledge about Black history and culture as well. ”

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“ I want these local Meetups because it'll be nice to meet present competitors, other amateurs, and enthusiast who share a love for the sport. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I would like to meet people in the area. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I enjoy running inside on my treadmill daily and would like to run outside 5 to 6 days per week. Would like to have a patner (s) to run with. At some point would love to run 5K, 10K, etc. ”

“ 29 y/o woman with a passion for literature. I'm an avid reader and have tons of books in my library. Looking to meet others with that same passion to discuss good works. ”

“ Hey All! I'm a local Marketing Consultant by day (in between playing paintball, lazertag, sleeping, etc!). I?m always networking & I figure everybody knows somebody I need to know and hopefully I can return the favor ;) ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I have been natural for about a year (loving it!) and I would like to exchange ideas on maintaining/managing, for I haven't a clue as to how to make it look presentable. ”

“ Hello, My name is Zuchelle Henry, I just relocated to the D.C. metro area about a month ago. I love movies and I am loking forward to meeting and going to the movies with everyone. ”

“ Hello, I am in the Alexandria VA Area , joined this group so that I can connect with others and also NETWORK and PROMOTE my Jewelry Business and other ideas that I may have. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because it is a good way to meet new people ”

“ I want these local Meetups in NC because I am looking to join up with others so that we can have ndombolo classes. I love my blackness and would love to join with others to express our culture and originality. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am interested in meeting other people that I can relate to on a more spiritual level through common interests. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I would really like to meet individuals who share a love of African/African-American culture. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i want to express the beauty and power of my people with people who look like me. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I'm new to the area and I'm intereted in meeting some friendly brotha's and sista's ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am new to the area and I am trying to build a social life in those things that interest me ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I want to meet other naturals. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am interested in networking and meeting new people. ”

“ HEY GUYS...glad that there are things to do in richmond..i am new to richmond and I want to start getting heavy in my spoken word...maybe you guys can help a sistah out..thanks and hope to see u soon! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am interested in learing about my culture. ”

“ I host two of the hottest open mics- Both have real cool vibes n a live band. Mondays in DC - The H St Martini Lounge (1236 H St. NE). Tuesdays in B-more - The Haven (Northwood Shoppng Center) across from Morgan St U. FMI: mrkeeponmoving@gmail.com ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I would like to meet people with similar interests. I am also interested in meeting people with young children for my 2 year old meet for playdates. ”

“ My name is Darren Smith and I look forward to collaborating with other professionals, meeting new people and sharing ideas and information. ”

“ I want local Expat Caribbean Meetups because I'm a proud Caribbean-American and love interacting with the many diverse people, cultures, and traditions of the Caribbean. ”

“ I like to watch boxing ”

“ I want local Blackology Meetups because its time to start something homegrown, that covers us. ”

“ I want local Night Life Meetups because I want to meet new people and socialize more. ”

“ I Like Caribbean People & Places. ”

“ I want local Expat Caribbean Meetups because - The first and second generation Caribbean population in the area is fairly large, and resourceful. It would be an excellent networking opportunity. ”