“ A young professional who just recently moved to Durham for a new job. Still trying to figure out where and what to do to have fun in this area. ”

“ My name is Charles, I am from the U.S. I am in the military and have served in the Middle East. I have always been interested in languages and cultures other than my own. I've studied some Korean, and want to learn Arabic, Czech and Russian as well. ”

“ I just moved from CT. have no idear around here and so boring to stay home everyday. I really wanna make friends and help them to speak (if they want..) ”

“ hello i`m egyptian girl , i like korea so much and try to learn korean language . i prepare master degree in the history of korean art , my dream is live in korea , hope to have many korean friends . nice to meet u all. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because want to learn korean, mandarin, and improve my cantonese speaking skills. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am biracial (filipino and african american) I consider my self an amerasian and would love to meet new friends and learn more about my culture as well as share. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I want more opportunity to practice speaking Korean. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because my husband (adopted fm Seoul, Korea) and I would like to learn more about the culture. We also have a 18month-old son and would also like for him to have interaction with children of similar ethnic backgrounds. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I consider my self Blasian and would like to learn East Asian culture and language and make long lasting friendships. I speak spanish and some arabic. I am a beautiful person very cultured with an open mind. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I like to play golf together and meet and make friends. ”

“ I want local Korean Language Meetups because I was born is Seoul and adopted by an American family. I don't speak any Korean which is very sad. I would love to learn the language and more about my culture. ”

“ Interested in learning more about Japanese and Korean culture. I lived in Seoul, and passed through Japan. Also, I grew up in Hawai'i, which gave me some insight, but I would like more. Especially, in the areas of Kendo, Kyudo, and Naginata. ”

“ I want local English as a Second Language Meetups because I want to learn English. ”