“ I want local Language Translator Meetups because it will be a great venue to share ideas and to encourage eachother. ”

“ I studied Latin in High School for 9 years - but that's a couple of decades ago, obviously. I am still fascinated by these mad emperors and the writers they liked or bannished on a whim. Let's make sure they stay alive, by reading their works. ”

“ What can I say? I love languages! ”

“ There is no Latin language meetups in CT... Anyone interested? ”

“ I was an undergradn linguistics major and I miss the scene. My french is okay and I'm good with programming languages. Anyone who can point me in the direction of papers written on Français de la banlieu, please send me a shout out. ”

“ Hi. I'm looking forward to movie events with new friends! ”

“ Rat owner since 2003. Currently have only one rat left, Grigio, female gray hoodie on her last leg. She is a sweet little old lady rat. When she is gone, I'm taking a break from rats for a while, but they are my favorite animals! So loving! ”

“ Hoffwn i gyfleoedd newydd ymddiddan yn Gymaeg. Mae gen i ddiddordeb yn yr ieithoedd Celtaidd, a dw i'n dysgu ieithyddiaeth. ”

“ to get a job ”

“ Business Management major, focus on Int'l Marketing; fluent in Korean, English, and French, barely conversant in Spanish and Italian, terribly rusty in Chinese and Japanese; complete neophyte in German. All in all, an avid linguistics aficionada! ”

“ Hey looking to meet some new people and get better at chess...! ”

“ I grew up in Mexico City and studied Yiddish for 15 years in school. Although I have forgotten a lot of it, I would love to get back to it. I am fascinated by this language and am currently reading "Born to Kvetch" it's quite funny so far... ”

“ Mere curiosity, must be very interesting and educative at the same time. Saying that, i describe myself as a person who likes to read, observe and analyze different events, cultures and topics. I have a very receptive and phylosophical mind . Bye! ”

“ Ella Arolovich ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I'm interested in my Finnish and Danish heritage. I've lived in Finland as an exchange student, and travelled to Denmark a lot. Also travel to Europe a lot for work. ”

“ I'm a Russian-born, NY-raised computer programmer working in the city. I have a strong interest in language learning and translation, and can speak Russian, Japanese, Spanish (and English) with various degrees of compentecy. ”

“ Hi Everyone, I am a new Recruiter in NYC and I would like to network with other professionals in the field. Also, to obtain potential candidates. I search for candidates who can translate/ proofread , and who are Native Speakers of their language. ”

“ I like linguistics and languages in general. Looking for a meetup on linguistics or Esperanto, to meet interesting people and have fun talking about/in other languages. ”

“ I have traveled to the scandinavian region in several and love the culture and lifestyle. Would love to meet friends that share that vision. xoxo, Natacha ”

“ Because I'm a proud Filipina...and yeah we rock!!! ”

“ i would like to know where this group meets. ”

“ Hi this is Gissela i am peruvian, i just arrived one month ago to the USa and I live in white plains new York, i d like to meet interesting people and get new friends. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I'm interested in being an Interpreter and want to learn more about this job and hopefully learn about opportunities, too. I'm also really passionate about languges, so I would be interested in any discussions! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am a linguist. I love to study language change. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am a part time teacher and a stay at home mom, and I NEED to be with other interesting adults!!! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I want to make new friends and to practice the languages I have learned. ”

“ I want to re-establish contact with Steve (he was my Latin magister many years ago. I hope this reaches him. E-mail me!!! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because just cause ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I want to speak in English a lot-! ”

“ For Chinese practice in Queens, please join the Queens Mandarin Meetup at: http://chinese.meetup.com/353 ”

“ I like skating. That says a lot. ”

“ I want to find out where to go to hear lectures, stay up on trends in the field. ”

“ I have moved to Danbury couple of years ago. I also play drums in a local dance band, learning to fly and my friends say all I'm an all around fun guy! ;) ”

“ I've been to a lot of the local language meetup groups, but often you get a bunch of native speakers and a bunch of sucky speakers, and not much in between. I'm looking for others with a love of languageS not just one particular language. ”

“ Intelligent person seeking like-minded ”

“ I am a Professional Translator Spanish and French thinking about going back to Grad School again. I would be interested in having a friend or tutor to exchange language courses: Spanish or French for Latin in the Nyack area. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i've just moved to ny and i'd like to make friends. ”

“ Bonjour, je m'appelle Nicole, je suis Haitienne, vivant a NY depuis belle lurette. j'ai vecu a Montreal, en Cote d'Ivoire (Afrique de l'Ouest), a Paris et finalement j'ai choisi Queens, ou je possedais deja une maison, pour habiter. J'ai deux filles, ”

“ hey guys. acelasi lucru si eu. Romini sa mai scimbam o vorba, un chef, si multele altele. Va urez succes incontinuare. ”

“ We need to establish new policy for Hispanic Americans. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am highly interested in the history of a language and it's evolution. There's a give and take b/w language, mentality and perception of reality. It manifests itself in various aspects of culture. ”

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

“ Hi there! I believe these Meetups are a great opportunity to meet people who share your passion for languages and culture issues. Looking forward to meeting these kind of people. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am also studying to be a linguist. I would like to talk to different people about their languages, and also share my own languages with others as well. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because it is the best way to improve quickly our language skills in a friendly, no-cost, and communitarian environment. Meeting people who wants to manage both English and Spanish is a mutually empowering activity. Thanks ”

“ because I want to teach and learn ”

“ I want these local Meetups because it's a wonderful opportunity to preserve your cultural identity and to make new friends who share similar interests and ideas about life. It's also a great way to stay connected with the Russian community. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I think is very important to learn from others. I enjoy sharing my knowledge and hope that they can learn from me. ”

“ Hi, I was dragged here kicking and screaming under pain of death by Sarah, Bella and K.C. They brandished sharp, scary objects and said bad things about my mom. I'm scared. Someone please help me. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i am interested in having a guest speaker for my organization ”