“ anything new and exciting, that is fun! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am a wedding planner ”

“ "writer, publisher, artist." But I am more than that. God has blessed me with many gifts. I look forward to connecting, networking, building, and collaborating with any of the sisters here. ”

“ African American Fitness, Dating Ages 25-30 without Children geared to African American Singles. ”

“ Bored Young Black Professionals. ”

“ Hi...looking to learn the art of steppin which I find very jazzy and classy like myself. Also meet up with other steppin enthusiast. ”

“ Greetings Everyone, I want local meetups to connect and network with Great People, were we can share our business idea's and business opportunities. ”

“ We need to restart the economy and what better time than NOW! ”

“ Hello, I've been totally natural for a year now, it's been great; but i've been experiencing a redundancy when it comes to finding a new hair style. So if anyone have any ideas please, I'm all ears. ”

“ My name is Meka and i've been natural for about 4 years now. I started my second loc journey in February and have been growing strong for five months now. I look forward to meeting you all soon. ”

“ I live in chicago and have been here my life. I'm a spoken word artist and songwriter/singer. Art is a major part of my daily life and I enjoy getting to explore it. I'm looking forward to meeting some people with the same or similiar thoughts. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because my location and work schedule make recreational networking difficult--it's hard just to "meet people" casually who are like-minded and share interests way out in the suburbs where I currently reside. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am interested in alternative health. ”

“ Hey all. My hair has been locked for over 6 years now, and I couldn't imagine ever going back. Hope to meet you all at an upcoming event. ”

“ I want to meet more aspiring and motivated African Americans in Chicago....good chance to network! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I'm currently reading three different book concerning Santeria, Ifa, and Candomble'. I'm standing at a crossroad patiently waiting for nothing and everything to happen today. ”

“ Born and raised in the Caribbean, I now call Chicago home. ”

“ Hi I am Deana and the mother of a wonderful 3 year old son. I am looking to network and meet new people with common interest. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because They will improve my quality of lfe! ”

“ I've been natural for 2 years now and I love it, except it is hard to maintain. My natural hair is curly and gets tangled very easily - so I have my trying days!! Looking forward to the next meet up to learn more ways to take care of it. ”

“ Hello my name is Wise. I'm excited about being a part of this group. I've been wearing my natural hair, for 8 yrs. now and I have exalted all possibilities of creating new styles. H E L P !!!!! ”

“ Hello, my hair is all natural and I would like to see other individuals who have hair like me. I have been wearing my hair natural for two years but I don't have a good style routine. So I need help with my hair :) ”

“ I want to meet other relaxer-free women. I like the flexibility in styling natural hair affords me (nappy or straight) and the control I have over the health of my hair. ”

“ New to "tha chi" looking for a great place to get my locks twisted and styled ”

“ I'm transitioning and here for community and support. I live on the south side. ”

“ Married mother of one son 27, one grandson 2.5. Live in Northwest Suburban Chicago. Politically minded/active progressive democrat. Organic gardener. Happy to be nappy! ”

“ Hi, my name is Sherri and I'm new to the group. I live in Chicago in the Medical District. I'm 30 years old and a mom to a 2 month old baby girl. I've been wearing my hair natural for almost a year now. ”

“ Hello ladies, I've been natural since Jan 2003 and loving it! Im looking forward to seeing what the Chicago Natural Hair meetup is all about. Talk to you soon and be blessed:) ”

“ Peace sisters, I'm Shavon and I've been locked for 8yrs. I'm also a Natural hair stylist, located in the Hyde park neighborhood(southside/chicago). www.glo-onnaturalhair.com. looking forward to participating in the meetups ”

“ Hi, I'm an aspiring writer that would LOVE to join this group. I'm a published poet and have a natural gift for word manipulation. Currently writing a non fiction novel, I could use the encouragement and support. ”

“ Hi; I'm Toni. I'm NappturalAndPowerfulSistah on NP. I'm in the third month of my transition and I can't wait to meet local naturals. ”

“ Progressive feminst woman of color seeking other cool people to hang out with ”

“ I want local Maxwell Meetups because I have been a fan since 1994 before he really hit the scene and I know if you are a fan of Maxwell then you must be a music lover ”

“ Hotep, my name is Ayo. I have two types of pictures on my profile. I had a fro for awhile but now I have locks. I color them with a natural dye from the health food store. I am excited about the growth process. ”

“ Hello Everyone, Just heard about this site yesterday. Interested in meeting up. Chgonat ”

“ Hi my name is Frankie. I'm pretty new to Chicago and am looking forward to joining this group! ”

“ I am also President & CEO of Mubarak Inter-Prizes. Mubarak Inter-Prizes is your connection to the 21st century and beyond. www.mubarakinter-prizes.com ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I want to stay in touch with others that have the same interests as myself. ”

“ I want to be a part of this particular meetup because I'm a fan of the works by African American authors and would love to meet others who feel the same way... ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i like meeting people ”

“ I've been natural for over four years and I'm always looking for new styles and new friends. ”

“ Hi my name is Abi from DC. I'm still in Chi, but trying to move to ATL. I'm really excited about the move and hope to meet some great people. ”