“ I haven't played in awhile but would like to start up again. I'm not keen on alot of driving, so I'm hoping to find a local gaming group in Salem. I have a pretty decent gaming resume and a wide range of interests and hobbies to bring to the table. ”

“ Kinda new here in pdx and just wanted to meet new people and let my inner geek run free. ”

“ Hi, I'm Gillian and I'm lousy at languages so I have to make up for it with enthusiasm! I'd love to join groups for Latin and Spanish. I'm also a huge Trekkie and I like to mess with my computer too. Can you say "nerd"? ”

“ I'm fairly new to the Vancouver/Portland area, and am just looking to meet new people and play some sports (specifically volleyball). I want to get a good friend base down here, since all of my good friends are up in Seattle :( ”

“ Couldn't think of anything more enticing than a Trek meetup. Geeking out on Trek (be it TOS, TNG, DS9, or Voyager -- note, I'm excluding Enterprise here :) would be the Perrrfect way to gear up for the big December 08 release. ”

“ Hey all. I used this site years ago and made some great gaming friends. Doing it again to help spread the word on a fun Star Trek event this coming Friday, 01/04/08. The Wrath of Khan playing in glorious 35mm at the Bagdad Theater at 11:00 pm! ”

“ fandom calls to me, to chat with others about the subject and get to know others. To become friends & a place for people who like the subject! Kinda like having another family. To promote other events that people Might like. Live long & Prosper. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I enjoy great role playing games. ”

“ I've always enjoyed ST, and would like to meet other people who enjoy it too! ”

“ Weekend gamer for now; 50-something non-smoker w/ reliable wheels and gamer spouse, enjoy RPGs immensely. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because these are high interests of mine, and I would like to take more time sharing things with others in common. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I'm a geek. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am new to town and want to meet other comic book geeks. ”

“ I would love to watch Star Trek or BSG with other fans. ”

“ I am hoping to find other like-minded people locally who have an inner Star Trek geek waiting to get out. I have been a Trekker since TOS went into its first syndication run as a kid. ”

“ Hi, I have lots of star trek collectable that someone here may be interested in. Just ask and I will see if I have it! Thanks! Chris ”

“ HELLO, MY NAME IS MIKE, I'VE BEEN A STAR TREK FAN SINCE IT FIRST AIRED IN SEPT OF 1966. I'VE BEEN TO MANY A CONVENTION, HAVE MET ALL OF THE ORIGINAL CAST AS WELL AS ALL THE OTHER CAST MEMBERS UP TO BUT NOT INCLUDING THE CAST OF ENTERPRISE. I OWN A ”

“ I have been a Star Trek fan for many years; I also read most of the Star Trek books as they come out. I have never been to a convention or club meeting and am interested in checking out these activities. I am married with two daughters, 13 and 16. I al ”

“ I'm 27 and my family brought me up on Star Trek and SCI FI. I love the Next Generation. ”