The context of the following conversation is Jan was new to the neighborhood and went out running one morning. Jan found new friends in the neighborhood on her run.:
Jan says It was early but there were already people out running..
The friend responds Where did you run?.
Jan responds I ran around the neighborhood I just moved into.  I met some nice people.  This couple were running too..
The friend responds Cool you are making new friends..
Jan responds They invited me to their BBQ next week.  I accepted because I feel like it would be a great chance to meet new people..
The friend responds Sounds like people are welcoming..