“ I would love to see a group start up at the Daily Grind on the walking mall or at someone's house or apartment. ”

“ For a change, I'd llke to converse/party/etc. with writers and artists rather than the characters. ”

“ Avid hiker when I can find the time. Just bought a house in Martinsburg, WV. Finally unpacked. Would love to hook up w locals as I dont yet know the trails. P.S. my 10 year old son likes to hike too, and I would like to bring him. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love to write poetry! I love the atmosphere, and to meet people who share my interest. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I would like to experience new understandings of things and meet new friends. ”

“ I like poetry that tends to pathos, but not maudlin, accessible, original and either fresh or classic. Rhetoric and song are very under valued nowadays Be gentle and listen to the voice(s) of small things ”

“ Hello, My name is Kibwe. I am not a spoken word artist but I love to hear others express themselves through words and I love the atmosphere it provides. ”

“ Hi, My name is Shyrnayle - most people call me SHY for short - I've been writing since I could hold a pen, and would love to enteract with people who share that same passion. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because of the potential intellectual and spiritual stimulation shared by people of similar interests. ”

“ The name is Peoples. I've re-discovered the gift of poetry, which was given to me, by first recognition, early in my high school years. This is my PASSION, and I strive to let my words be known more than myself, the person. Enjoy... ”

“ I want these local Meetups to interchange creativity & ideas and make friends. ”

“ I want local Poetry Meetups because I love Poetry. ”

“ Poets in creative groups can feed each other with good energy. We can write and share and bounce words off each other. ”

“ I want local Writers Meetups because I'm anspiring author who likes to write literary fiction bordering on Stephen King type suspense who wishes to share and exchange ideas with other writers in my area ”

“ Sanbonani.. My name is Pearl.. My journey brings me to the Northern Virginia area... I hail from accross the waters, a mixture of soil and sun... South Africa is where I called home for 30 years... and then the time came for me to move... expand ”

“ My name is Kellie and I'm a writer who also teaches high school English. ”

“ Hi! I'm Alexis. I graduated from college last year and recently moved back to the Northern VA area. If I could be anything in the world without worrying about bills or acclaim, it would be a poet... I love to write it and listen to it! ”

“ I'm 23 and new to No. Va. I've gotten a bit away from writing but would like to get back to it. ”

“ Hi, new to the group. Looking for spoken word settings in the area. Hope to find out the better spots in the area and hope to meet others with similair interests... ”

“ A poet since 1975 ”