“ Hello My name is Shacora and I am a believer in Christ! I go to church in East Orange and I am looking for some encouragement as well! ”

“ Black African Consciousness Collective: to discuss, edify and study how Black African Consciousness can allow Black people to coalesce economically, politically, spiritually and culturally toward a collective Consciousness. ”

“ Hello! ”

“ Hello, My name is Cassandra but I like to be called Cassie for short I am a mother of 3 and a grandmother of 1. In my spare time I am a girl scout leader, love bowling going to the movies tanking walks around new york. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I want to get involved and meet people with the same interest as I have. ”

“ stephen king is my all time favorite author and well who doesnt like to be scared? ”

“ Hello, Everyone. My husband passed away in 2006 and the grieving process seems to be more difficult to handle. Would like to meet other widows and widowers to share ideas and encouraging words. ”

“ It is an awesome way to make new friends, build new networks, and be around like minded people. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i want to share community with like minded souls. ”

“ Hello everyone, my group are very focus on bring more black culture to the city of New York though film, theatre,music, and Art. Do check out our meetup group and see what we have to offer. All The Best, Aaron ”

“ I am the artistic type, a bit unconventional but always appropriate. I am a multi-dimensional character with an abstract mind full of ecclectic thoughts. All in all my spirit's in a good place. LIVE FREE, LIVE FIERCE, LIVE FABULOUS!!!!! ”

“ Hi my name is Carla, I am still a beginner, although, I have been crocheting for years. I have not learned using any patterns or particular stitch. (I think I only know 2 LOL). Please help!! ”

“ Hello everyone ;-) I'm looking to meet others interested in music, film, and foreign languages ”

“ I am definitely very interested in this group! As someone who is learned to "live in the moment", I felt this group will support my efforts and meet great people in the process. :-) ”

“ Being from both worlds, black and latino, I'm a freshed settled professionnal in the City, and gladly looking forward to mingle and network. ”

“ Blessings! I try daily to be made in the image of Christ. My Father has given me the gift to write. I am an undergraduate student, and in all my academic papers, His word pours out of me. I think it would be great to meet up with Christian writers! ”

“ I expect to meet great people; to grow and interact in the process of rediscovery and on a lighter note to meet my Queen. ”

“ LOVE live music and hoping I dont have to wait for summer time concert season to check out more good shows. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because , I am looking to meet and network with likeminded people. I am the founder of Lady Diva Entertainment Inc. This is an opportunity to help each other meet our goals as black business owners and professionals. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I need to pass the teachers exam. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I'm just intersted in meeting new and interesting people. I'm a single parent and find it hard to get out and meet people with the the same mind set and interests. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I want to meet professionals of like mind. ”

“ I have been natural for 3 years. I want these local Meetups because I would like learn and share ideas about natural hair! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because it gives me the opportunity to stay abreast with like minded people and endless networking opportunities as well ”

“ Interested in African and Black diasporan isssues, and also being around like-minded conscious people. ”

“ Hi it?s great to finally find a website that caters to adults who just want to relax, have fun and enjoy the dating scene without the complications of all the pre registration. I?m from the Caribbean and love the outdoor scenery also loves cuddling w ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am becoming even more culturely aware than I was in college. I want to interact with like-minded folks, too. ”

“ Hello my name is Mae Ealey, and I am the Founder of Multicultural Artist Guild fka Multicultural Writers Guild. I also work for the Unified Court System. I am seeking to connect with positive influential women. To form business connections. ”

“ Hello, my name is Frederick and I'm a schoolteacher in Westchester County, my goal is to create my own comic book. ”

“ Apart from the fact that I'm African/Ghana, I love being around people who love African culture and music. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I would love the chance to get out and meet more of my people. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am interested in meeting interesting, African-centered folk! ”

“ Im a down to earth person. Im looking to meet new friends. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because Iwould like to meet black professionals like myself ”

“ I want these local Meetups because they sound very interesting. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love reading books and would like to share my thoughts with others and I am interested in meeting new people. ”

“ I love to read and write and have written a 600-page novel manuscript. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because they seem to be quite interesting. ”

“ I want local Blackology Meetups because it sound like a very interesting topic and could lead to great discussions. ”

“ I want local Women in Black Meetups because You need circle to empower and support each other. AND HAVE FUN TOO! ”

“ I want local African-American Authors Meetups because I am a writer and want to connect with like minded individuals to share work and thoughts. ”

“ I want local African-American Authors Meetups because I want to know who are all the African-American male authors in New York. ”

“ I want local Black Professionals Meetups because I just moved to the CT area from NC and would like to meet other Black Professionals in the Non-Profit/Social work field. ”

“ I want local Africana Meetups because the Afrocentric Community needs to unite and discuss a plan of action. A plan that allows African-Americans and other Black groups to fully share in the strength and wealth of today's world. ”