The Chicago Speculative Fiction Writers are currently in the space port undergoing reconstruction. But when S.S. Speculative is in warp, we are a group of eclectic lovers of science fiction writing and genre fiction who are striving to fulfill our d…

“ My name is Ashley Braun and I represent Elan Relationships-the premier matchmaking agency in Chicago as well as The Social Network and Esse Chicago. Our clients are a powerful network of successful professionals .... ”

“ I guess I'm just looking to meet some new peeps. I'm big into writing and listening to music, fantasy novels, computers, video-games...ya, i'm a big dork. ”

“ I'm just someone trying to tell his stories and have fun. ”

“ Hi There, very new to the goth scene. Always felt a connection to it. Growing up in my neighborhood i.e Logan Square anything mentioning goth was "bad" now that i'm all grown up, I do whatever the hell I want and I want to immerse myself fully now. ”

“ Well I'm just myself chasing after my dreams and goals. I'm 19, white, slender, and a little insane. I am a mechanic but I love to race cars and sport bikes. I'm trying to go pro so I can get to race in the Moto GP. www.myspace.com/ngivens ”

“ I recently discovered BoardGameGeek and was awestruck by the amazing possibilities of the medium. I've played a lot of video games, and a few non-mainstream board games, but I haven't yet opened my copy of Puerto Rico. I probably fall more to the Ame ”

“ I'm a gothic industrial musician who dresses in Gothic Lolita fashion. I love comic books, and I speak Japanese. ”

“ I'm a a 27 year old black guy (yes I describe myself as a black guy, it either lessens the shock or adds to the surprise). I'm interested in near everything, but for this site I'm looking to meet people interested in movies, music, or politics. ”

“ I want local Inline Skating and Blading Meetups because I love rollerblading!! I go as often as I can, mainly for exercise but also for fun and SPEED!! ”

“ 23, single, just started going to Buddhist temple services ”

“ I feel this would be a great experience for everyone involved, it would be a great way to meet new people of different backgrounds, who all share a common bond. ”

“ I joined this group so that i can meet more people who like anime like me. ”

“ Hey, I'm Cattari. Or Mike. Or Cattari-kun. Or 'That freak who loves anime and manga and draws it too. He should get a life.' Yeah, that's me. ^.^ I love anime, manga and drawing. Someday I hope to be a OEL manga artist and publish my story '9Livz'. ”

“ hey i been looking at anime for years but really got back into when a freind showed me one piece and naruto now im going back to see what i missed in my 4 years absented i just started looking at welcome to n.h.k ”

“ Hey~! My name is Caroline, I'm nineteen and have been into anime my whole life, thanks to my dad. I look forward to getting to know everyone better and getting into some new anime. ^_^ ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I want to meet the faces and brains behind the Chicago Muslim community. ”

“ Hello. My name is Kay Engstrom. I have been a member of other Chicagoland clubs in the past but am looking for something more local to where I live. My first anime convention was the first Animecon in 1991 in San Jose, CA. I have been attending anime ”

“ My name is Sabrina. I been drawing anime for about 2 years. I thought I share my drawings with you. I am so exited to meet you. ”

“ My name is Natalie. I' 24 years old and I live on the Southside of Chicago. My inerest in anime started when I was very young (sometimes I watched something that was ”

“ Hi.. i'm pretty much new in this community and was hoping to meet anime fans in the area. been a fan since I was 10 years old... hope to meet you guys ^_^ ”

“ Hi,I'm Seah;.. I'm from korea, and I love animation. My favorites are...........um... Darker than Black,Full metal panic,Suzumiya,Samurai Kyou,Gundam siries(especially Seed and MS08),Code Geass.. and... I also love Japanese language. ”

“ A couple of my favorites are Samurai X, Full Metal Panic and Voices from a Distant Star. I like love hina, full metal panic, dual, chobits, trigun, Weiss Kreutz, Hunter X Hunter, Escaflowne. After my collection was stolen, I just download anime. ”

“ space monkey ninja pirate ”

“ Hola. Soy una chica que adora las cosas bien confeccionadas pero más que eso me fascinan las aventuras y los riesgos. ”

“ i like anime and i want to meet other people who like to dress up or role play as much as i do ”

“ I love dressing up( as in halloween, random costumes, themes and cosplay.) yet i can't find any group things near me-Except the Con in rosemont, but i always miss signups. Would totally particapate in one of these ”

“ ask me ”

“ I own and operate the only licensed gaming center in Chicago. We also sell toys, including Japanese toys. I have a large collection of classic anime rpg games. I would love to host tournaments, anime viewing events, and more. I would like to help. ”

“ I'm a teenager from the suburbs of Chicago who absolutely loves anime. I want to meet others who do too and like similar things. I've never been to a Cosplay, but I would like to go for my first one in my hometown w/ all the other awesome fans. :D ”

“ I'm a 25 year old Account Manager at a marketing agency. I enjoy anime, wii games, going out with friends, traveling, and drawing. I am interested in meeting people with similar interest as well as networking, talking marketing, and learning japanese ”

“ I love Naruto. I have Obsessive Compulsive Naruto disorder. xD (I like lots of animes, though.) I would really like to meet fellow narutards, or just any anime fan in general. o.o (Annnd I'm 17, for anyone wondering my age.) ”

“ I've lived in Chicago all my life and am a long time anime fan, looking to discuss my interest in anime with others with similar interests... preferably over a drink. ”

“ I AM REALLY INTERESTED IN ANIME AND MANGA AND WOULD LOVE TO MEET UP WITH SOME PEOPLE WITH THE SAME INTERESTS, PLEASE RESPOND,also i am interested in writing groups or clubs ”

“ ........... if you want to know,. just ask, ”

“ I want these local Meetups because it is hard finding people who share my unique musical tastes. ”

“ Hello, Watashi wa Jeremy Desu. I am learning Japanese for my job and I would love to be able to meet some more people and share experiences. Doozo Yurushiku. ”

“ Been in Chi Town 4 A Week Looking for fun People that like my lifestyle. Which is Asian girls and the costume life. I try too be low key about it but since im new to the town Im more liberal about it. Thanks AKA Duck ”

“ Hi. I'm Anna and I'm a anime fanatic. ^^;;; I live in Chicago, Illionis and I have a hard time finding anime lovers in my part of time. -.-; I like to draw anime style as well as make fanfiction. Also a Death Note fangirl of sorts. ”

“ I want to see someone else that likes stuff like this. I go to a school called Downers Grove South. If anyone wants to contact me, e-mail me at DarkWolf1331@yahoo.com, or IM me at AIM- Joeyjoe1331, YAHOO- Darkwolf1331, MSN- Joeyjoe1331@hotmail.com ”

“ Looking for DDR players and otaku to hang out with in the area. ”