“ To meet others with interests and beliefs somewhat like mine. Interesting conversation, and perhaps a meeting in the form of a picnic or similiar. ”

“ Why do I want local Philosophy meetups? Well, why not? I love reading and mulling over as much philosophy as I can and am keen to find others who do the same. ”

“ Would like to cross train in various martial arts. Plus meeting new people is always good. ”

“ so I'm interested in going to a minimum of trouble to organise this... just finding a shop with biggish indoor seating and coming up with a good topic - seems too easy lol see you all soon, maybe...? [edit: cost? since when did this happen?] ”

“ Would love to get together with a liberal, open-minded, thinking group of people to discuss philosophical issues and linkages to spiritualism, religion and everyday life! ”

“ Hoping to engage in some lively and nourishing discussion with like minded others. Maybe explore the intersection of philosophy and spirituality. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i wish i studied philosophy in uni :( ”

“ I want these local Meetups because my brain is beginning to shut down. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am interested in all types of issues and I love discussing things, but I find in everyday life people don't want to discuss real issues. They want to discuss Paris Hilton and TomKat - scary world! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I it would be nice to have some like minded friends and possibly create some wonderful things along the way. ”

“ I read a good deal of contemporary fiction and fun contraversial non-fiction. I'd like to join a book group to share ideas and impressions. ”

“ To meet some Melbournians who are not theists or deists ;-) ”

“ I want these local Meetups because it's essential that we all start to care more about our world and what we're doing in it. personal actions make a difference. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because creativity and self expression is like breathing to me. I love to connect, communicate and dance with other creative minds who live in Melbourne a city rich with the ebb and flow and rhythm of perpetual creativity. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I would like to speak Arabic ”

“ Looking for interesting and thoughtful people to discuss the comings and goings of the world... ”

“ Because there are more interesting things to talk about than Australian Idol. ”

“ Hello, look forward to investment dscussions. ”

“ I am currently seeking help facilitate the transition from my home office in Toronto, Canada to Melbourne, Australia where I plan to publish the inspirational story Stumbling Upon My Purpose and a many children?s books www.masterpiecefactory.com ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i like playing chess with different people ”

“ I want local Writers Meetups because want to meet others interested in writing and share ideas ”

“ I'm a 20 year old philosohy undergrad with a love for all things philosophical. Well almost all. ”