“ My name is Amanda. My husband and I have been in Florence about a year and a half. Always looking to meet new people. ”

“ I have a variety of interests, including the arts, travel, and organic nutrition. I'm looking forward to attending these Meetups! ”

“ I live with my cat (how original). I work for the federal government in health care.I have an undergrad degree in anthropology and a Masters Degree in Health Care Services.I love to cook and college sports. I love to stay at home and read.Not a nerd. ”

“ I'm new to the Sumter area, a newlywed, new step-mom to 3 active kids. I am looking to make friends and meet people with similar interests. ”

“ Hi. I am 50 years old and am looking for a book club to join. I really love to read, but miss having someone to talk to about the books that I am reading. ”

“ Hi :) I have just relocated to Columbia and looking for ways to meet new people in the area. I enjoy reading , doing activities outdoors, cooking, just almost anything :) ”

“ I moved to Columbia a year and a half ago and am looking to make new friends. I'm interested in walking, reading/book clubs, singing, games, movies and scrapbooking. ”

“ Hi, I'm a 35yr old female that have always loved self help books and discussion meetings, putting them both together is an excellent way to help yourself and others meanwhile providing great mental stimulation and growth. ”

“ Hi! I'm looking for a chance to meet some new people with common interests. I enjoy reading, movies, walking, yoga, and playing tennis. I learned about Meetup from a friend who loves the meetup groups in her city. ”

“ I'm Debbie and I would like to spend time with other children Ireland Rose's age and parents. Her birthday is 061107, mine is 0113, and my husband, Andy's is 0109. ”

“ I was featured on ABC Nightline last year for the little known investing system that I have been using. Learn from my nationwide Real Estate investing experience for free at: www.reinvestingreport.com ”

“ I would really like to see a book club get started in the North Area. I belive it would be fun for a group to get together and share what they have gotten out of the book. ”

“ Anybody up for some heavier lifting than Danielle Steele or DaVinci Code? Hoping for readers of more serious fiction & nonfiction. Some faves: Don DeLillo, Saul Bellow, Martin Amis, Garcia Marquez, maybe even some Flaubert or Faulkner? ”

“ I want to get active again and if I can do with new friends that is great! ”

“ I just moved to the Columbia area and really want to get involved in a book club and meet new people. Would love to find something that meets once a week! ”

“ I usually just read and get lost in the pages of the book. You rarely find someone to talk about the book with. A meetup would be a great place to get book recommendations from other readers. Can't wait. ”

“ I enjoy reading and discussing all kinds of books. I also just moved to the Columbia area and would love to meet some new people. Would also be willing to bring tasty, healthy food to meetings!. ”

“ My name is Amanda. I am a SAHM to two boys. I love cooking!!! ”

“ Love meeting new people! ”

“ Hello. I'm a 24 year old female, in a loving and commited relationship, who is looking for innocent entertainment. I'm new to the area and all of my best girlfriends leave out of town... its hard meeting new people... hopefully this will help! :) ”

“ Hello I am looking for friendships and hope to make some really good, descent, caring friend. ”

“ I have 30 pound 1 year old beagle!! Can he come? I'm excited he really needs other dogs to play with. Jessica ”

“ I want these local Meetups to meet new people. ”

“ I believe that every voice counts. I'm so deeply saddened by the out-come of this election. However, I feel that given our strengths and convictions...we can still make a DIFFERENCE!!! ”

“ I want local Book Club Meetups because discussing themes and ideas is intellectually stimulating. ”

“ I'm in! ”

“ I want local Book Club Meetups because I actually miss my college English class. ”