“ Bridge game in Wicker Park, baby! I cook a mean fatoush!!!!! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am looking for new friends with shared interests. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love to bowl and meet new folks! ”

“ i love playing backgammon ”

“ Always in search of new activities and fun people. I enjoy being active in Chicago with all of the different things to do how can anyone be bored? ”

“ Hey there I really enjoy Backgammon played since I was 4 havn't played a decent game in years since the online era of play was invented so and look forward in playing a few rounds with you. Cheers ”

“ Hi there everyone. My name is Leif. I think it's important that we have this dialogue about the current atrocities under the bush regime. I'd love to hear what other people have to say ”

“ I would start a group, but I only play canasta briefly. I remember that I liked it but not much else. ”

“ the burbs are too far. ”

“ Hi Everyone! I thought that "Meetups" would be a great way to meet new people that share the same interests as me. I am looking forward to meeting more bowlers, hikers, tennis players, bicyclers, and people that just enjoy a variety of fun. ”

“ Hi! I've been looking for people to play in real life or online. It's very difficult to find folks who even KNOW how to play backgammon these days, let a lone play it well. I look forward to meeting you all! ”

“ hello, let's play backgammon ”

“ luv cardz an meetin new peeps Hi All!! :D ”

“ Hi, everyone! I recently moved back to Chicago from Seattle. I've been in marketing communications for years and hope to be gainfully employed again soon. I love reading, tai chi, backgammon, sailing and garage saling! ”

“ Hello all, I have been listening to Jazz for a couple of years now but I am not all that good at trivia. I am frequently looking for new artists to listen too (or old artists that I was never introduced to). Hope to meet everyone soon. ”

“ Great to play some backgammon ”

“ Hello I like to play backgammon (I kinda suck at it but I do enjoy playing) the problem is trying to find others who like to play. ”

“ Hi--I'm a beginning player! I'm really looking forward to getting out there this summer. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I like to get out and want to experience new places and things in the west burb area. ”

“ Hi - Would like to meet SCRABBLE players of all ages to share and enjoy the game. Plainfield Scrabble Group meets the 4th Tues. of the month from 6-8pm at the Plainfield Library (15025 S. Illinois St.) in the Youth Services Study Room. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I'm new around here, and want to meet new people! ”

“ HI Im Dan, Looking forward to meeting all of you. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love to play backgammon and meet new people. ”

“ JOIN US! Dining Out & Social Activities-Break bread w/foodies,visit cool venues--theater events,movies,bars/dance clubs,karaoke,comedy shows,bowling, musical & theatrical productions,sight seeing/architect tours,etc. http://diningout.meetup.com/510/ ”

“ Check out the Arlington Heights Boardgame meetup. We play all the classics (Monopoly, Risk, Backgammon), all the party games(Taboo, Wits & Wagers) and all the Euro games (Settlers of Catan, Ticket to Ride). ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I enjoy playing backgammon and meeting new people! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I like to meet new people to socialize with. ”

“ I want these local Meetups to meet new people ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I would like to meet new friends ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love musicals. I would like to meet other people who like musicals too. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I can never find people to play in person, forcing me to obsessively play online games - which are never as fun. ”

“ Hello ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I enjoy playing cards and spending time on a hobbie.... ”

“ I used to play all the time and miss the competiveness and social interaction. I would help anyone who would like to start a group in the northern suburbs. ”

“ I want local Backgammon Meetups because I just LOVE the game. I work night shift with medically fragile children and so the closer a meet up to home the better. I am 53yrs old and looking to meet new friends who share the joy of the game! ”

“ I want local Chess Meetups because this game has been apart of my life for many years. I follow games from around the world and intrested in the US chess open that was held in chicago a couple of weeks ago. a Any information in that event? ”

“ I want local Cribbage Meetups because I have played for years and wish I could find some cribbage players in the area. ”

“ Love to play Scrabble and other board & card games too; backgammon, cribbage, vintage games like nancy drew mystery game and alfred hitchcock's why. I love Milles Bornes if there is anyone else out there who knows how to play... ”

“ I want local Scrabble Meetups because I dream to one day play in a tournament someday. So practice makes perfect. ONE DAY!!! ”

“ I want local Scrabble Meetups because I love the game. I'm not an expert but I'm learning more everytime I play. I also love people. ”

“ I've been playing on and off for some time -- rather enjoy the unusual admixture of skill and luck inherent to backgammon. I'm just looking for some friendly games in a relaxed environment. Located on North side of the city. ”

“ Howdy - My name is Don Barry. I have been playing backgammon for years and would like to meet folks in person for some friendly games. I live in the western suburbs and am available with just a little notice. I hope we can get together soon. ”

“ Just recently became obsessed with backgammon, which I play on my handheld. (Don't know anyone here who plays.) Still pretty much a novice. ”