UPDATE: 11/1/2009 9:33 AM- Jim writing to his friend Bill to encourage him to get out and give it a try!

Bill, 

 Gail the owner of this company the one you met and ate burgers w/ at her boat slip and the one that introduced me to Jennifer!! Has some great stuff for you to try out and meet new singles! 

It couldn't hurt for you to check out her website to see what is going on and where!! They sometimes go to Queens as well. They  rented a large fishing boat last summer with food + drink which flowed for the singles. She's had BBQ parties at many parks and beaches including Jones Beach, upstate NY bus trip to the Renaissance Faire, (She has also done white water rafting), miniature golf at Eisenhower Park, single's dances (56th Fighters Club in Farmingdale next to airport-- where I met Jennifer) speed dating and fondue parties at restaurants all over LI and Queens!

Its all about getting out and meeting other singles who like to have fun!! She'll probably have a ski trip (Jennifer + I would probably go- yes she loves skiing and riding too) and hikes in the state parks upstate planned, mountain biking and maybe even a camping trip too; Gail is smart (and I know she is-- oh yes, this is now her Full Time job-- she has no boss or 9-5 job)!

Since I'm happy as a pig in s... for her introducing me to Jennifer I'm sending her this email thanking her for the 2nd time-- so she knows that what she does is great and is affecting people's lives in a positive way. She should know most people are probably too lazy to take the time to fill her in on details like this.... but not me!!
Your friend,
Jim

And .......  Jim reported on May 26, 2010 
In case u are wondering--Jennifer and I are still dating and enjoying our time together-all thanks to you introducing us !

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Dear Gail,

Peggy and I really hit it off, and I wanted to thank you.  I feel like a kid again.

I also wanted to tell you that I think Speed Dating is the best invention since sliced bread.  For people like me, who don't do well just walking up to strangers in bars (or elsewhere), it is a way to meet more people in one night than I might otherwise meet in years. Peggy is a computer geek (like me), likes the same entertainment that I do, and we also share a similar sense of humor and outlook on life.

Thanks again,

Jack

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Sent : 7/2/2010 - 3:11 PM   RE: Event- Speed Dating Party 5/08/10 

Dear Gail,

I know that Jack already e-mailed you a few weeks ago but I wanted to offer my thanks to you also for running such a great service.

I am truly believing I found the "mythical unicorn" in Jack.  I was beginning to think that wonderful men (the mythical unicorns) didn't exist, at least for me. You hear about them, some claim to have seen them, but it's still a myth to you and, frankly, a girl's gotta see it with her own eyes.  I gave speed dating a shot figuring that if someone was going to schedule a time and plunk down a few dollars to meet someone, maybe they'd actually be looking for something real.  I was hopeful, yet guarded.  Along comes Jack, with everything I ever hoped for in a man.  Kindness, awesome humor, talent, brains, compassion, emotional availability, gentlemanly, considerate, passionate and responsible (and more!), all tied up in an impressive package (topped with an incredible smile) that is easy to get along with and brings real joy to my life.  My friends are astounded at how I found this "mythical unicorn" and are spreading the word about how good speed dating really can be. If you didn't bring this service to Long Island, I'd still be searching.  Thank you so much for putting this all together, you've changed our lives.

Peggy

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Sent : 1/4/2010 - 9 :12 PM   RE: Event- Comedy Night out 12/29/09 

Gail,
I think its important you know how much you touch people's lives...I went to the Comedy Night for singles last Tuesday night and met 4 other outstanding people. The laughter broke the ice and we all became friends rather quickly. We email a great deal and  are all having dinner together on Friday night. You never know what happens when you break out of your comfort zone and just come to one of your events.  Friendships help the loneliness of singleness.  Now we all have something to look forward to on the weekends as well as the new year.  See you soon at the Salsa dancing and the ice skating events.  Thanks for all you do.  Your passion shows.  I tell everyone they should go.
 

Thanks again

Melissa

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Sent : 3/7/2010 - 8 :22 PM   RE: Event- Ladies Tea Social and Networking to make new Friends 3/7/10 

Gail,

Thank you for the lovely event today.  It looks like you take this very seriously, and would like to connect single people to each other.

I appreciate your efforts and your follow-up.  I will definitely take you up on some events.  I and my bereavement group friend, Eileen, are interested in the seal watching event on March 21.  Sounds like fun.  I am so impressed with your calendar and online payments.  Very professional.

Thanks again.  It was great meeting you and I’ll see you again soon.

Lisa

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Sent : 3/20/2010 11:44 AM   RE: Event- Fondue Mingle + Speed Dating  3/20/10

Wanted to say thanks Gail. I had a really good time at the Speed Pool event.

  Eddie

Sent : 1/10/2010 8:52 PM RE: SPEED DATING at Holtsville Crowne Plaza event 1/9/10

Hi Gail, 

I just wanted to take the time to thank you for a job well done, I had a great time last night with my first speed dating event, one match and a few new friends, not bad! 

Dominick

Hi Gail, 

This is Andrea.  I met Joe at the bowling event on November 7th.  Just wanted to let you know that we are still dating and very happy.  I am so glad I went to my first and hopefully last single event.  Good Luck and Happy New Year.

Hi Gail,

Just wanted to say thank you for a fun evening of speed dating this past Thurs night at Mac's.  

It was definitely a fun experience for me and something I would like to do again.
Anyway, thanks again for a fun time.  

See you again soon!  

Fred

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Sent: Fri 11/7/08 10:12am- Palmer's Speed-Dating Event Farmingdale AGE GROUP C

Good Morning Gail:
I just wanted to tell you that I had a great time at your event at Palmer's last evening.  

As a newcomer to speed dating, I had no pre-conceived notion of what to expect and was pleasantly surprised.  

The venue was beautiful, the food was great and the experience a positive one!  

I would certainly entertain the possibility of attending more of your events.
Keep up the good work!
Best,

Elaine  

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Sent: Sun 8/20/08 1:24pm - Casanova's Speed Dating event in Manhasset

Gail,
You're doing a great job Gail; your assistant is also very cordial and professional 

which bodes well with your fine reputation of presenting fun events!
Continued success to you! :)
Ken http://www.kennywarren.com

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Sent: Tues 5/27/08 8:25AM - Picnic-BBQ Singles Event at Belmont Park N. Babylon (86 people attended) 

Gail,

I had a wonderful time at your barbeque, and I applaud you for holding these type of events.
You were very organized, friendly and efficient. The food was good and plentiful. 
Keep up the wonderful job you're doing helping singles meet.
Regards,
Gloria
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Sent 5/19/08 10:14am - Piccolo's Speed-Dating in Mineola 
Hi Gail: 
I enjoyed meeting you and all of the daters on Friday evening.  I really had a very nice time.

Your event was very well coordinated and I will certainly be willing to try another event.
Thank you and have a great day!!!! 
Barbara

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Sent: Fri 4/25/08 11:32AM - Palmer's Young Singles Event in Farmingdale 

Hi Gail,
I wanted to thank you for a real fun night last night. You did an excellent job coordinating. 

Again, thank you so much for all your time and effort. Jackie and I had tons of fun.
Regards,
Lindsay    

 

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Sent: Sun 3/23/08 1:53 PM – BOWLING Event in Melville  
Hello Gail,
Had a really good time last night. I didn’t think it would be as good as it was, but I was wrong.
Please keep me informed of future events.
Talk with you soon, Rob

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Sent:  Sat 3/22/08 4:37 PM- SMITHTOWN Speed Dating Event:
Hi Gail,

Thanks for the match list. This was a fun event, and a good exercise in "getting out there." 

 I'll check your site for more events and look forward to seeing you again.
Very best, Jimmy

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Sent: Mon 2/04/08 11:17 AM IL Piatto's Speed-Dating in Oyster Bay
Hello Gail,
I had a great time at Il Piatto on Friday. The event was very classy and the men were all gentlemen. 

Regards, Liliana  

 

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Sent: Sat 2/02/08 8:40 AM IL Piatto's Speed-Dating in Oyster Bay
Hi Gail,
I was at your speed-dating event last night, and just wanted to thank you and tell you how nice it was. I've been to 2 others, and yours was by far the best. The restaurant was lovely; having the band and good atmosphere afterwards was a plus. I was impressed that you included a drink and the appetizers, it felt classier, and seemed to draw a more upscale crowd. I will definitely recommend you to my single friends! Please have more events on the North Shore!!!
Regards, Rosie

 

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Sent: Sat 1/26/08 6:24 PM – PALMER’S Young Singles Speed-Dating Event:
Thanks for holding these events, they are very nice, warm feeling and definitely and opportunity to meet that special someone. 

Thanks, Christian