"May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds." - Unknown
"Two roads diverged in a wood, and I -- I took the one less traveled by, and that has made all the difference." - Robert Frost
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Do you love Hiking and Adventures?
Welcome to the Chicago Hiking, Outdoors, & Social Meetup Group. We strive for adventures, fun, and friendships. This group is for people who enjoy hiking, being outdoors and meeting new people. We feature hikes for all skill levels, canoeing, camping, biking, social gatherings and other outdoor activities. These events are a great way to get out, meet people, and smell some fresh air. If you have a suggestion, please feel free to contact the Organizer or post them on "ideas for meetup" on the calendar page. Most of the activities are pretty tame, but any participation in this group is at your own risk. If you want to meet fun and adventurous people, this group is for you. Come join us. It will be an adventure you won't soon forget.
Adventures are closer than you think!
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Get Involved:
We need Assistant Organizers and Event Hosts! If you don't see your preferred activity listed or a hike on your side of town, please volunteer by contacting the Organizer! You might be surprised just how many people are looking to do the same activity that you are. Other ways to volunteer would be a Greeter (Greet new members as they join the group.) or Monthly News Letter Editor (Write articles for a Monthly News Letter to be published on the message board.). We welcome Event & Group Sponsors who need some publicity for a great price!
Why not become a Hike Leader?
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Monthly Photo Contest:
We are having a Monthly Photo Contest. You have 1 month to upload your favorite photo. At the end of the month, the Assist Organizers will pick the top 12. We will then have a poll for voting on these 12. The members will be able to rate each picture from 1 to 10 rating. The photo with the highest ratings at the end of this month will win. This photo will then be used as the open page picture for following month. The only thing you receive are bragging rights.
Upload January Photos Here: http://www.meetup.com/ChicagoHOS/photos/799681/
Please name the photo and leave a comment about the photo.
So why not amaze the rest of the members with you photography skills?
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100 Miles Club and 200 Miles Club:
Are you looking for a Goal to reach? We have two clubs for you. You join the 100 Miles Club when you reach 100 Miles hiking a year with this group only (Chicago Hiking, Outdoors, & Social Meetup Group). You join the 200 Miles Club when you reach 200 Miles hiking a year with any Meetup Groups (Windy City Hikers, this group, etc.). Your Meetup Names will be posted in the About Section in this group.
Let's start counting those miles!
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Dues and Fees:
There are no membership dues to be part of this group. For prepay events, we will sometimes add up to three dollars, normally 1 to 2, to the payment to help out with the Meetup.com monthly fees.
For other events, example hikes, we suggest a 1 or 2 dollar donation at the start of the event. This is totally voluntary. No records will be kept for who donates and who doesn't.
If you want to make a voluntary donation. Go to the top of this page and click on "Pay Online". Enter the amount you would like to donate. Donate any amount you like. This will be paid with Paypal.
We would personally prefer if people would donate their time as an Assistant Organizer or Hike Leader versus making a donation of money. Any help is very much appreciated.
Thank you!
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Other Recommended Outdoors Meetup Groups: If events are full on this group, why not see what these groups are up to.
The NW Burbs Camping Meetup Group
http://www.meetup.com/NWBurbs-Camping/
Southwest Suburbs Sports, Outdoors, & Social Meetup Group
http://www.meetup.com/SWBurbsSOS/
Chicago Camping & Outdoors Adventure Group
http://www.meetup.com/ChicagoCampers/
Please support Outdoors Meetup Groups!
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See you on the trail!
Kevin
PS: Tell a Friend about us!
Come find us on Facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?v=app_2373072738&gi...
Welcome to the Chicagoland Fun Group (CFG)
'CFG' (formerly 'Got Cabin Fever') is a group of members looking for new adventures, who want to meet people and make new friends and enjoy all the social aspects Chicago and it's suburbs offer.
Our Membership composed of night life enthusiasts, foodies, wine lovers, sports enthusiasts, singles and couples and anyone looking to meet people and have a great time.
Hi Everyone! Welcome to our group. After attending several events and meeting some wonderful people thru meetup Liz, Sheila and I formed this group in March of 2008. Little did we know that this group would turn out to be the most popular in the western suburbs and with that form many new friendships along the way. Without the initial help & suggestions and input of the original members this group would not be what it is today. Many thanks should go to them and to Liz & Sheila who stayed focus on thriving to make this group what is is today.
About the group: If you love to Dance, Socialize and be Active this is the group for you. If nothing makes you happier than dancing your (whatever it is you shake) on the dance floor under the influence of little more than a great band and cool DJ (and maybe a drink or two) we hope you'll consider joining us for great laughs and fun times. Join new and old friends and explore Night Life in around the Western Suburbs of Chicago. We will be going to bars/clubs in the Naperville, Aurora, Schaumburg, St. Charles, Geneva, Downers Grove, Oakbrook area and also try other places near and far.
We'll also plan outdoor spring/summer activities and meet at social events like Ballgames, Cosmic Bowling, Summer Festivals, Movies, Dinners, Happy Hours, Karaoke, Pub Crawls, Comedy Clubs, Wine & Art Fests. We'll plan Softball, Tennis & Volleyball events at local parks in the area. We'll do hiking, biking and fishing trip at local parks and forest preserves. Winter events include Snow Tubing, Cross Country Skiing and Ice Skating. And we'll also be takings trips to Chicago and explore all that the city has to offer. We welcome any idea and suggestions.
Let's see...Singles, couples, married, divorced, widow are all welcomed, but the one important thing is to get people together in a friendly atmosphere for good times. We are a fun social group (not a singles/dating group) so please be aware of this when signing up to be a member. Come as you are, party as you like, dance how you will and have fun.
Please note: If you would like to be part of this group we require a current photo of yourself on your profile to get approved. This is the best way to be able to meet and greet you properly at an event and use your first name as well (NO initials or nicknames). So if you don't have a picture on your profile page you will not be approved for membership. Also before requesting to join read the rules & guideline set for this group by clicking here.
Hope to see you all soon.
Jim
Liz
Tim
Michelle
Janine
Julee
Rosemary
Nancy
Steve
We are dedicated to teaching and learning the CAN SLIM system. Our monthly 'In Person' event is available 'Live' worldwide over the Internet as a Webinar. A complete recording can be downloaded the following day after the event at www.napervilleibdmeetup.com. All of our presenters have attended advanced IBD Traiing Courses (Level III, Market School, IV, or V).
Casual Rides for fun all over the Chicagoland area. See great neighborhoods, beautiful scenery and meet great people too! Rides range from slow rides 8-12 mph to fast rides 22 mph (TBD by organizer and demand).
Welcome to Southwest Suburbs Sports, Outdoors, & Social Meetup(SWBurbsSOS)
The purpose of this group is to individuals/couples the opportunity to meet and connect with others with the same interests.
We will be focusing on 3 areas:
Sports will include: 1) Setup Teams for Park District Leagues 2) Road Races: 5K, etc 3) Golf Outings 4) Etc.
Outdoors will include: 1) Hiking 2) Camping 3) Canoeing 4) Cycling 5) Etc.
Socials will include: 1) Dining 2) Festivals 3) Picnics 4) Comedy Clubs 5) Concerts 6) Game Nights 7) Etc
We have no membership dues.
So why not join us and see what the SW Suburbs have to offer.
If you have an idea for an event, please email us.
Tell a Friend!
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Upcoming Events
http://www.meetup.com/SWBurbsSOS/calendar/list/
SW Burbs SOS Group on Facebook
(Meetup.com is the Group Main Site.)
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=43825399923
SW Burbs SOS Group on Yahoo
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/SWBurbSocialClub/
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2 Great Meetup Groups for you to enjoy.
Southwest Suburbs Sports, Outdoors, and Social Meetup Group
http://www.meetup.com/SWBurbsSOS/
Chicago Hiking, Outdoors, and Social Meetup Group
http://www.meetup.com/ChicagoHOS/
Meet other local hiking, biking and outdoor enthusiasts. All those who are dedicated to hiking and biking excursions near and far, with a focus on leaving no trace of litter on our lands! We are also a dog friendly group and have many hikes where friendly canine companions are encouraged to attend! We hope you will join us on our adventures! Let us know what you would like to see and do; we encourage you to share your ideas and/or suggestions! Let's get out there and have fun!
LIVE CHAT too! This group is for those in and around the Western suburbs of Chicago who want a nice, stress free way to meet others in the area.
I hope you will enjoy the events we organize and find this a great way to meet new people in your community...
Let me conclude by saying,
WE ARE SOME OF THE FRIENDLIEST PEOPLE WHO ATTEND MEETUP EVENTS!!! Yes,
you will feel included, yes you will be encouraged to join into the conversations... Yes, you
will be introduced around....
Learn to earn! Our goal is to schedule expert speakers frequently on topics of interest about Web Designers and Web Development. We seek to help members improve their skills in web based Graphic Design, SEO, CMS, Web Apps, GUI, Adobe Creative Suite, Flash (especially Flash) as well as other suggestions from the group.
Afterwards, we plan to meet at a local bar and network our asses off.
LIVE CHAT too! Meet People Interested in Dining Out & Social Events in your area! Come to a "Playful" Meetup to break bread with fellow foodies, visit interesting venues--theater events, movies, bars/dance clubs, karaoke, comedy shows, bowling, musical & theatrical productions, sight seeing/architectural tours, etc. Discover new restaurants, enjoy delicious meals and make satisfying conversation with friendly dinner companions. It's a big dinner table and all are welcome!
This group is
intended for interesting folk with a playful spirit--those who like or NEED to cut loose every now and then. It is for singles as well as married people attending with or without their spouse. Most of the events will be concentrated in the western suburbs, but have some plans for the city sometimes as well.
So join up, mingle with us and let me know what types of events you would like to see us plan for--I'm pretty flexible and like to change things up to keep things interesting.
Meetups are at least one week night of the month usually starting around 7:00 pm; with add'l events on at least one weekend day/night per month.
Let me conclude by saying,
WE ARE SOME OF THE FRIENDLIEST PEOPLE WHO ATTEND MEETUP EVENTS!!! Yes,
you will feel included, yes you will be encouraged to join into the conversations... Yes,
you will be introduced around...
For Rules, click here:
http://diningout.meetup.com/510/about...
Note: Naperville Single was merged into this group; if you are SINGLE, it is suggested that you include the word SINGLE in your introduction if you wish for other singles to contact you.
This meet up consists of industry professionals that have been involved in the development of software for five or more years.
The Software Development Community is an informal and interactive group of professionals that have a passion for software development, thus are interested in employing best practices and sharing their knowledge and experiences.
This Software Development Community doesn't focus on any one technology (Java, .Net, Ruby, PHP, etc.), methodology (waterfall, agile, etc.), practice (scrum, XP, TDD, FDD, BDD, etc.) or role (Dev, Test, BA, BSA, PM, Architect, etc.).
Meetings will range in topics from requirements, design, analysis, architecture, development, programming, testing, implementation, etc...
We are a friendly group of people who like to get together and socialize and support each other in the Raw Food World. Everyone is welcome, from the casual raw food-curious diner to the 100% raw food enthusiast. It's all good. We continue to attract the most wonderful people. Share recipes, tips on eating out and traveling raw, sources for food...get a real RAWducation--and, have lots of fun.
"Eat, sleep & live raw!"
This is a play/support group for parents who have children with sensory issues,autism, aspergers, etc. I have found that it can be tough going through this as a parent and very confusing. I would love to meet other parents going through the same thing and give the kids a playgroup with buddies that are like them. This is a very laid back group, we do not judge or force any kind of advice on eachother, this is a place for comfort, play and new friendships.
Meet other local people who are interested in walking for fitness! We'll meet up to walk around Oak Park/River Forest/Forest Park and on local trails. We've also been known to do a little hiking, biking, eating and drinking as a group.
To lose weight and to keep it off, you need to get moving. Walking at a moderate pace for 30-60 minutes burns stored fat and can build muscle to speed up your metabolism. Walking an hour a day is also associated with cutting your risk of heart disease, breast cancer, colon cancer, diabetes and stroke. Isn't it time to work 1-hour walks into your busy lifestyle?
This group exists to encourage people to get into the outdoors for physical and mental health and have a blast doing it!
We intend to exploit as many opportunities in the area as possible to never be without something to do... kayaking, biking, camping, backpacking, hiking, shooting, fishing, skiing .....
We would like to introduce you to new and interesting activities you've always wanted to try.
We also like to hold social events from time to time just to give people a chance to meet, chat, and enjoy each other's company.
Some events are free, others are for a fee through the company. All are guaranteed to be memorable.
If you are reading this, your life has most likely taken a major turn. This group is for anyone who desires support in dealing with a present or recent divorce experience. It is NOT a dating group or a singles group. Our meetings are informal and friendship oriented. We talk about the serious issues with a good amount of levity and laughter thrown in. There is no main theme and are no main speakers - just a bunch of new friends getting together to share experiences and support each other. You will find that many others are in a like situation as you... so come join us!
A walk, hike and a whole lot more.............
We've all been in situations when we wanted to get out, into the outdoors, and do something new, exciting and adventurous. However, for whatever reason, that didn't happen – either because the friends didn't want to come along or you didn't know where to go.
We all know that feeling and are re-creating this Meetup to connect like-minded adventurous people to get together for adventurous and social outdoor activities. Our members come from all walks of life, but we all share the desire to do something different every once in a while.
What we do will vary from week to week, but a large focus will be on day hiking trips, and include rafting, cycling, horseback riding, skiing, weekend trips and whatever else comes up depending on the season and the interests. So if you have something in mind that you've always wanted to try, please suggest it!
Our activities will include ALL fitness level to ACCOMMODATE all members of our group, and most of the time no special skills but 1 - a positive attitude and a desire to have a fun adventure outdoors. We'll try to keep the activities on a budget and will get the group discounts whenever possible. While we don't provide transportation, we'll try our best to coordinate drivers with folks that need a ride.
That's about it. Join us to be notified of upcoming activities, tell us your ideas and feel free to get in touch if you have any questions or comments.
Members are required to attend a minimum of 1 event a year. If not you are at risk of being removed as an inactive member.
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It's time to get out, flirt and have fun with fellow single members for fun, friendship...and maybe more. We schedule dancing, wine tastings, dinners, games, tours, outdoor activities or anything else that you can think of!
Please be willing to post a recent picture of yourself and schedule any activities you would like.
Meet other singles near you!
Hang out, make new friends and keep up with those you've already met. Not so single, but want a great group of friends to share activities with? Feel free to join as well. Although we do have events in Chicago, the near West burbs are our base, and most meet-ups will there. This means Berwyn, Westchester, Brookfield, La Grange, La Grange Park, Forest Park, Oak Park, Elmwood Park, Melrose Park... Man, that's a lot of parks!
Missing the opportunity for good conversation, laughs that make your belly hurt, and real women who understand you? This group, generally for women aged 35+, is for you! Meet some local women, make new friends and visit with some old ones.
We will get together for drinks, dancing, movies, coffee, lunch, dinner, sporting events, wine tastings, spa outings, shopping events, tv show activities, book club and anything else that will be FUN!
Both weekend and weekday dates will be chosen...depending on everyone's interests!
Our "focus area" is generally from Chicago Ridge to Tinley Park and Blue Island to Joliet -- but, if it's FUN, we're there!!!!
*Please see "Three Strikes" rule on the message boards for more information about events requiring reservations.
*All "guests" should be women approximately age 35+, unless otherwise noted.*
LIVE CHATROOM too! Let me start by saying WE ARE SOME OF THE FRIENDLIEST PEOPLE WHO ATTEND MEETUP EVENTS!!! Yes, you will feel included, yes you will be encouraged to join into the conversations... Yes, you will be introduced around... (now here are some specifics as to what this group is about)
Not only about DIVORCE, it's for people restarting their lives... Come meet people in similar situations, and those who are now past it... there is hope!
While aimed mostly toward people getting together to lighten your spirits thru social activities, we also have a message board and will have some guest speakers regarding relevant topics... financial planning, custody and visitation, tax questions, and family counseling, etc.
Occasionally, we might also have some group outings where the kids are invited out--so that non-custodial as well as parents with custody can mingle and have their children meet others in similar situations.
Our activities include but are not limited to: dining out, dancing, karaoke, stopping into some local bars to grab a drink of beer or cocktail and chat, wine and cheese tasting, bowling, easy hiking adventures, movies in the park and music/food festivals, etc.
Mostly it's about cutting loose, letting your hair down and partaking in some much needed fun and relaxation in an atmosphere where most of us have been in the same boat and can offer a shoulder to lean on.
It's for people not only going thru divorce, but widowed, separated, and those in a transition in their lives... Join!
*NOTE: Don't forget to click on the link (in the SPONSOR box to the left-- approximately 7: down underneath the sun logo pic) to pay for your five dollar application fee to help ofset the $24/month charge by meetup . com for us to list events on this site or you can click here: http://www.meetup.com/divorcesupport-248/pages/PAY_HERE/
Please PAY BEFORE you fill out your profile and click "JOIN"; if you click join first you can always just go back and find the pay link.
Look forward to meeting you soon!
Catt aka Playful
:)
Join us if you are interested in local Night Life. We visit dance clubs and discos with DJs playing Hip Hop, R&B, Pop, House, Tropical, Latin, Salsa, Bachata, Merengue and Cha Cha Cha music. Events are every day of the week. Come on out to meet others and enjoy the night clubs, dance spots, bars, and happy hours that are hot in the western suburbs of Chicago.
Chicago Suburban Backpackers is an organization for those interested in getting out and enjoying nature. Backpacking involved hiking on trails with survival gear to sustain you for a few days to a few weeks. Leaders are experienced in safely navigating with a compass and map to destinations averaging from 6 to 15 miles per day. Backpacing is a sport for those who are physically fit and have the necessary equipment to sustain themselves in good and bad weather. Members can attend begining trips with trainers who will teach you how to use the necessary gear needed for more advanced trips. By becoming a member you have agreed to release this group from any and all liability. You are responsbile for your own safety and safe conduct on trips. Please remember that it is a vacation for everyone.
We are Community Christian Church's Singles Community--a vibrant, diverse group of singles over the age of 35, representing 50% of all adults.
The purpose of this meet up group is to provide an environment where Christ Followers or seekers can go to develop relationships with other like minded people & at the same time grow in the Lord. You do not need to be affiliated with CCC in order to participate in these events.
Whether our singleness is for a season or for a lifetime, God has a purpose in it.
EVERYONE is welcome!
If you love to travel with fun, down to earth people this is the group for you! We have had great times all over the world and look forward to many more! All trips are a combination of old and new members. 2011 took us to THAILAND, SPAIN, SWITZERLAND, GERMANY, NETHERLANDS, FRANCE, & MOROCCO--what a great year! On the upcoming trips list is Galapagos & Ecuador, Safari in Kenya, Italy, Scotland & England, Australia & New Zealand, India & Nepal, and more are being planned. We get to know each other at our monthly meetings which are a fun way to get a travel fix without leaving town! THIS IS A PERFECT PLACE TO MEET PEOPLE, JOIN A TRIP, EXCHANGE TRAVEL STORIES, FEEL ENERGIZED, HAVE FUN, AND LEARN ABOUT TRAVEL!
Meet fellow Chicago IL Real Estate Buyers and Investors near you! Come to a local Chicago IL Real Estate Buying & Investing Meetup to discuss properties on the market, contracts, mortgages and anything else about land and realty. All are welcome!
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Meet other Business Owners! Come to a Business Meetup to network, find new customers, get advice and avoid costly mistakes. Hear how others have overcome hurdles and achieved success.
All are welcome! We currently have 2 locations where we hold events; Lombard and Downtown Chicago.
The overall goal of this group's monthly meetings are to provide an opportunity to make new contacts, distribute business cards and lead sharing via a networking event.
WALK-INS ARE WELCOME; save money by registering early
Please bring along at least 50 business cards to exchange with everyone.
Sincerely Yours,
Michael Frisini
http://www.liveeventsdepot.com/ for other event
Welcome to the Woodridge, Lisle and Downers Grove Meetup Group for social gatherings of 30- and 40-something professionals. Our goal is to make this a light-hearted social group to meet professional people with similar interests and, most of all, have fun.
Our group activities may include events such as--but are not limited to--getting together for dinners, happy hours, game nights, picnics, live music/concert, festivals, museums, sports, night life, dancing, hiking, biking, etc. This group is about meeting new friends with similar interests, networking, socializing and basically just having a good time. It is open to single, not-so-single, divorced, married, partnered, etc., individuals. Although a lot of our events take place in the Woodridge/Lisle/Downers Grove areas, we do have many members who live in the immediate surrounding areas--and beyond. Living in the aforementioned towns is not a requirement of the group.
This group is for those people who:
1. Are new to the area.
2. Want to expand their circle of friends.
3. Have had friends who have moved out of state.
4. Have friends who have limited time to hang out.
5. Want to make new friends.
This is NOT a group in which to:
1. Promote your own Meetup group or other events that you organize within our group and try to recruit members, either at the events, on the message boards or in individual e-mails to members. Anyone who joins our group and attends events solely to promote their own Meetup agenda will be removed from the group.
2. Push a political or religious agenda.
3. Directly sell or promote a business, products or services at an event, on the message boards, in greeting areas or through individual e-mails to members. Anyone who violates this rule will be banned from the group.
4. Only pursue dating opportunities, either at the events, through the message boards and greetings areas, or in personal e-mails to other members. Posting inappropriate comments on the message boards or in members' personal greetings areas or through e-mail (i.e., rude comments toward other members, invitations for dates, etc.), will not be tolerated and will result in removal from the group.
If your only interest in joining this group is to "hook up," then this is not the right group for you. Just a reminder that this is a platonic social group and NOT a dating group. If you hit it off with someone in the group and strike up a relationship that's great, but it's really not the objective of the group. Also, if you network and find someone who performs a service based on their job that is great as well, but our events are not meant to be places where you can come with the intent only to promote a product, a business or a service.
Studio light equipment provided, a beautiful Model, and a chance to learn and improve your skills along with adding exciting pictures to your portfolio. What more could you ask for? All you have to do is bring your DSLR or SLR camera after you RSVP!
• Learn how to work lights (flash strobe equipment)
• Choosing different backdrops or props in a collaborative way
• Taking self portraits
• Acquiring Models of all types to improve on Portfolios
• Choosing wardrobes for Models
• Networking to create an exciting meetup group experience
We are the young, high energy adventurists of the Chicago Suburbs!! We kayak, mountain bike, snowboard, ski, rock climb, camp, and hike like crazy!
Let's face it. You have a taste for adventure, a desire to be active, and love for the outdoors. Who wants to tag along with old people groups and talk about the weather? People in our group are generally in their twenties. We are passionate and full of energy.
This group is a very casually ran, which means it's the equivalent of calling up a bunch of friends, sayin' "Hey, let meet at this location, at this time, and do this kick-ass event!", and we call it a meet-up. Meet-ups revolve around adventure in the outdoors. Therefore, at any given time during our meet-ups when you look up, you can see the sky! The only time you'll find us inside is when we are doing important stuff like rock climbing. Also, adventure is an activity that comprises risky, dangerous, or unexpected experiences and will require some level of physical exertion, so expect that you'll not be 100% safe all the time and are at risk of injury.
The outdoors play a crucial role in the development of one's inner spirit. Being active in the outdoors guides one to realize his/her true potential. We are mostly comprised of college students and working professionals who love to hit the wilderness in our free time. We search out the most economic outdoor adventure trips in the Midwest. We also take into account that most of us have very busy lives and can not alway accommodate multi-day trips, so we have a variety of single day trips.
Some of our meet-ups are only for experts in that specific sport and others are at the beginner level. Either way, you are sure to find something of your liking. Also, we are always open to recommendations. Everyone has their favorite place and we would like you to share yours with us so we can all enjoy it :-)
To join:
Just click Join. Please answer everything in the questionnaire to be accepted and you'll be expected to pay the required $5 fee within 3 months through Amazonpayments or at you first meetup in cash, whichever comes first.
This group is for people who want to have F-U-N! We will meet two to three times a month for social gatherings, attend local wine and beer tasting events, and attend local festivals and events. If you are a seasoned wine or beer expert or a person just wanting to meet a fun group of people for a great time, this is the place for you. Good company, great conversation, and plenty of laughter are our goals. Join us for our next event. All suggestions are welcome.
This group was designed for 20 and 30 somethings who want to take advantage of the best the Western Chicago Suburbs has to offer. This is the perfect group for people who want to have a great time, but don't want to drive to the city to meet new friends. Feel free to suggest activities you are interested in!
If you have a more introverted personality, or have problems talking to new people, hang in there. It can take a while to feel comfortable with a new group of people. Also, you may want your first event to be in a setting that involves an activity you already enjoy. Although it's healthy to try new things, you might not want to make it your first meetup. There should hopefully be something for everyone! We look forward to meeting you!
Disclaimer: While we have a lot of single people, this is not a single's dating group. If you find someone, great! However, the primary goal is to make new friends.
List of cities where most of the activities will occur: Naperville, Plainfield, Aurora, Warrenville, Lisle, Glen Ellyn, Wheaton, Downers Grove, Oak Brook, Lombard, St. Charles, and Geneva.
Welcome to the Chicago Woman Developers Meet-up
While open and welcoming, today's budding developer community is up to 91% male. There isn't a comfortable place where women can learn at their own pace and not be afraid to ask "stupid questions." We decided it was time to provide a place where all questions are OK and everyone can learn in a supportive environment.
LIVE CHATROOM too! Meet other fine wine & dining enthusiasts in your area! Make new friends and have fun whether it's sipping wine, taste-testing a flight of beer/ale, or sampling from other types of libations...single malt scotch, cognacs, etc. Some of our adventures will have us in a fine dining establishment, other times rolling up our sleeves and elbowing up to the bar in a local brewpub.
This group was established not just to have a good time "meeting up" but it was put in place to enjoy drinking fine wines and tasting great foods from all over the world. Also to educate and be a referral source for those interested in these great luxuries but can't seem to find answers.
If you want to know what wine to pair with a great Cuban dish or what dish goes well with a South African Cabernet Sauvignon, you've found the right place!
Our mission is to take the mystery, terror and intimidation out of buying wine as well as to enjoy these beverages with great foods.
We intend to visit some brewmasters, and to explore some single-malt scotches, etc. so there will always be some fun adventure to embark upon. Join us for the wine tours as well!
Let me conclude by saying, WE ARE SOME OF THE FRIENDLIEST PEOPLE WHO ATTEND MEETUP EVENTS!!! Yes, you will feel included, yes you will be encouraged to join into the conversations... Yes, you will be introduced around....
A Warm Hearty Welcome from Playful!
Promoting bellydance throughout Chicago and the Western suburbs. This group is sponsored by award-winning, internationally known Raksanna (www.raksanna.com; www.roxfit.com) of Raksanna Productions Inc. Contact Raksanna at 630-689-3611 for information about classes, private lessons, shows and performances!
"Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food" Hippocrates
Welcome to the Chicago suburbs raw and living food meetup group! I started this group because of my passion to spread the word about raw and living foods and to start a gathering place of like minded people. I am owner of learning RAW food and have a big dream to share.
I am a certified Raw food chef and certified Raw and Living food Nutritional Educator who lives in the Burr Ridge area. I received my training at Living Light Institute in Fort Braggs, CA. I look forward to meeting each and every one of you and growing and inspiring each other over the years.
learning RAW food is dedicated to helping people incorporate raw living foods into their daily diet. My classes, recipes, products, workshops and services revolve around the simple concept that raw living foods are fundamental to living at our bodies fullest potential.
I am looking forward to hosting events and teaming up together to create monthly gatherings where we can share recipes, ideas and keep the passion on high for raw and living foods.
learningrawfood.com is my website - check it out and find out much more
Bringing the Social Media Frenzy to Chicago, IL
Our group discusses and teaches the World of Social Media and how to leverage online marketing so you can save your time and build a profitable business.
Our group meets monthly to share techniques we use professionally to build faster and more usable web sites. Our speakers cover topics from PHP, Javascript, Wordpress, Joomla, Drupal, and even plain old HTML & CSS.
Lock and Key Events are the new, interactive and FUN way to network, meet your match, make new friends....or just to have a great time! Be sure to get on our email list so we can notify you of the next party in Chicago! How It Works Every woman gets a Lock. Every man gets a Key. Your goal is to match the right key with the right padlock. Every time you unlock you get a ticket that enters you into the drawing to win great prizes from our party sponsors. Prizes such as cold hard cash, hotel stays, dinners, tickets to popular things to do and more. After every unlock, you get another lock or key so you can get back into the fray and meet more people! Throughout your quest of 50, 100 or even more locks/keys, you are sure to meet tons of people of the opposite sex in a fun and different way. Lock and Key Events are a great alternative to the club scene and traditional socials since the fun and unique ice-breaker format ensures you meet tons of new people! Others have copied our events, but we are the original and only Lock and Key Events !! For more info, check out: http://www.lockandkeyevents.com/chicago
Have no friends? Have a lot of friends but are tired of them? Are you personality type A? Type B? No one cares. Let's hang out anyway.
Members can suggest a meetup for any time anywhere. If you cannot attend meetups during the week, suggest one for the weekend. You can even host. Typical Meetups include going to a bar, dining, dancing, sitting around talking, going to the movies, etc.
It seems all the singles Meetup groups in the suburbs tend to consist mostly of fifty-somethings with a couple divorces under their belts and their kids married or off to college. Leaving the younger crowd forced to head to Chicago for social activities with others in their age range. Not that there's anything wrong with folks over a certain age, they're as active and vivacious as the rest of us. Sometimes more-so. We just want to hang with people of a similar age.
There are a lot of young singles in the suburbs, and lots of things to do. So let's go out and do something! This group is for younger (under 45), active singles in the western suburbs to get together, mingle, network, make new friends and maybe find that special someone. We are the only young singles group in the near west burbs. Our core area is (Oak Park to Oak Brook), but we'll be in other suburbs and Chicago occasionally too.
So, come out and join other young suburban singles! Meetups are a great way to meet new friends, network, and enjoy your free time trying something you've always wanted to do, but not alone! If you have an idea for an event, post a suggestion on the Message Board in the "Discussions" section, and we'll try our best to do it. Want to host one yourself? Let us know! You can become an event organizer.
Meet a new network of local entrepreneurs to share tips and problem solving techniques, get advice on profitability and career and discuss mentoring and business models. Swap business cards and watch your personal business directory grow! Especially helpful would be entrepreneurs who have experience or want support in: Professional/Personal development, Marketing/Sales/Advertising, Finance or, who are looking to startup a business in one of the following industries: Education, Real Estate, Health, Technology or others.
As Kindred Spirits we gather to inspire and empower each other, to explore and grow in our spirituality. To share and celebrate the presence of spirit in our lives. We strive to bring together people for connection and celebration.
We seek to know our inner world as we learn from the outer world.
May knowledge be your companion and truth be your guide.
Autism Is Medical "AIMs" to empower parents in their journey to recover their children.
What is
AIM?
Autism is Medical is the creation of Jill Rubolino, Amanda Lochbaum and Jeanna Reed. Three moms brought together by the label "Autism" and its devastation.
We began our journeys into the unknown a few years back and tried our best to navigate through all the damage.
As we began to talk about our sick "autistic" children we soon realized each of them were truly trapped inside a body ravaged with inflammation, infection, dysfunction, and a host of other illnesses.
Driven by the "big red arrows", we felt it was imperative to start sharing any and all information we collectively gathered.
Believing wholeheartedly we could help parents find the keys to unlock the maze of medical issues that plagued their children.
The ultimate goal; a restoration of health to our children, healing to our families and frienships that would offer much needed support.
AIM
believes
EVERY
child diagnosed with "autism" has medical problems that cause symptoms which are currently grouped together under a psychiatric diagnosis.
This does
nothing to describe the underlying medical issues.
We feel it is imperative that each family understands this very point and want each of you to have the same opportunities, updated information, and access to the best medical care available today.
AIM
strives to get parents there sooner, cheaper, and with the least amount of floundering, heartache and financial stressors possible. Search the message boards and files section for years worth of information, opinions, and discussions relating to many different topics.
AIM
appreciates and supports all of our members collective experiences and educated opinions. Utilizing this information to help each other on our individual journeys is invaluable.
AIM
understands that our children do not have time to wait for the medical community to figure out this is
not a behavioral or psychiatric diagnosis. Our children are
medically ill and they need help right now.
AIM
knows that Autism Is Medical and we won't stop until everyone else knows it too.
What's on your bucket list? Don't wait til you're too old to go and unable to enjoy it! Come with us now! We are an established travel meetup that has never cancelled a trip and have gone on many of them...Our next stop is the Galapagos Islands of Ecuador in March!! Then we are headed to Africa for a safari during the Great Migration July/August, after that we'll tour Bella Italy, and end our year with a Panama Canal Cruise...WOW! Future trips in the works are Australia, New Zealand, Nepal, India, England, Scotland, Iceland, Madagascar, Antarctica, Budapest to Prague Danube river cruise, and more. Don't wait til you are too old to enjoy an adventure--come with us now!!!
Our careers have matured, our lives have changed, and that makes us all the more interesting! We would all like to meet new people and expand our dating opportunities. The best way to do this is through social settings and fun events. This is and wll remain an active group designed for professional singles over 45 who value conversation, enjoy dancing and clever toasts to new and old friends, game nights, and regular opportunities to get together and develop new friendships. Our monthly game and dance nights will provide two great venues for regular get-togethers and fun. We will plan and hold quarterly events ranging from a night at the opera to a day at the races. If you like to laugh, dance, and even sing and have a little competitive streak that enjoys board games, cards, baseball, train trips to the city, and interesting people with interesting minds, this is it!
The only games we play have rules and if a hookup is your only goal, there are other places for that. Of course we all like to date and make new friends, but our focus is all about making lasting friendships that will be around ten years from now.
Do you love to travel? If so, this group is for you. I love to travel with friends and family and the more the merrier.
I would love to connect with people who have the same love of travel as I do. We will be expanding our horizons together as we discuss and plan trips and adventures. I would like to form group trips in the US or abroad, for a day, a week, etc. If you like to travel, have fun and meet new people then this is the meet up for you. Everyone is welcome to join!
Please see the recent poll to give your opinion.
Life is about having fun and great times... Don't sit on the couch because you have no one to go out with! This is why they have meet up groups. Married people, single people, new-in-town, and people who have been in the Chicago area for a while and are simply looking for a new group to go out with.... this is the group for you! The group is intended for people in the Chicago area from 25 to 35 years old....but all ages are welcome 21 to 40!
This is a social co-ed group, not a singles group. We do like to work hard, play harder and truly enjoy life. Our group focus is on FUN events, it doesn't matter if it is a theme party or a causal social gathering or a sport event, we want YOU to come out and have some fun as well as making some new friends!
We do all sorts of activities that include happy hours, kayaking/canoeing, camping, cooking events, concerts , BBQ's, poker nights, going on road trips, and trying new restaurants and just about anything to do with socializing.
Make the choice...come meet some new people!
Chicago Intercultural and Interracial Explorers is a new meetup that brings people together who are interested in cross-cultural, ethnic, or racial relations and relationships. Our gatherings offer a mixture of events and open discussion on the experiences, issues, benefits and challenges of those in the mixed couples dating scene. In the process, we hope to foster a dynamic cross-cultural exchange. If you've been looking for great conversations with creative, diverse people and a blend of international music, film, and food, please join us at one of our upcoming events!
Meditation is often defined as taking a moment to sit quietly or to ponder. True meditation, however is much more than this. It is state of profound, deep peace that occurs when the mind is calm and silent, yet completely alert. This is just the beginning of an inner transformation that takes us to a higher level of awareness. This enables us to fulfill our true human potential. The problem, of course, is how to achieve this state.
Within every human being there is a subtle system of three channels and seven energy centers. At the root of this system lies a creative, protective and nurturing power which is a dormant, maternal energy. When this power is awakened within us, it rises spontaneously through the central channel. It passes through each of the energy centers and emits from the fontanelle bone area on top of the head. The energy can actually be felt on top of the head and on the palms of the hands. Any imbalances in the subtle system can be felt on various parts of each hand. Through this meditation one can learn, not only how to diagnose and decode the state of one's own inner subtle system, but one can also learn very simple cleansing techniques to rebalance oneself.
Movie lovers of the Chicago suburbs - we will be meeting primarily in the south and western suburbs.
Not only will we have official meet-up days but I hope we can keep the message board active for those of you just wanting to see a movie right away...
This is a group of individuals who are eating raw from just starting to all raw food. Some individuals are struggling to stay on the raw food diet. Some come to the group just curious to find what is it like to eat raw food. Some eat 100% raw foods.
This group is for location photography. Photographer's of all levels of experience are welcome. Some ideas I have are to shoot, landscape, cityscape, urban, railroad, cemeteries & Graveyards.
As sometimes we would like to use models at these locations, models are welcome to join as well.
I welcome location suggestions from all the members, and ask that you also get involved in creating your own outings. This way I can offer more than one location on the same day, so everyone has an opportunity to photograph what interests them.
Models, if you have a concept, or specific photo need in mind, this is the place to get it.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions/concerns that you may have.
I will do my best to get us lower admission fees, if the location charges for rental, use, or admission.
Come Join us! We are an established Group since 2007! We welcome those of you who have General Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Panic Attacks, OCD or Depression. At our "open discussion" style meetings, our members discuss and share their stories, treatment and coping techniques. We share information about Professionals who CAN help you to get your life back! But most important of all, we support each other!
We also have Guest Speakers, Anxiety Therapist Q & A Sessions and Group Activities.
Our Group has grown tremendously since it was started in November of 2007. With proper treatment, this problem can be overcome and manageable!
We meet on the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of each month from 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Please Note: We have members who attend from the DeKalb area to the City of Chicago.
So if you reside in those areas, and are interested in joining, perhaps we can have members be a part of a Carpool or Share a Ride. ~Email us for details about sharing a ride!
We're here to help each other, so please Join Us!
"What you grow up with, you learn...What you learn, you practice.....What you practice you become.......What you become, you teach to others!"
We are a group of pug lovers who get together once a month for pugs and parents to socialize. We have been meeting since February 2004 and have gradually grown to a nice size group. Many of our pugs (and parents) have really gotten to know each other and look forward to our monthly play date. We currently meet at the A.D.O.P.T. Pet Shelter in Naperville each month on the 3rd Saturday for an hour or so of off-leash playtime. We are hoping to have more activities and generate new ideas. Please join us for some fun!!!
Click the link below, or the "About" link on the left for more information!
We are looking forward to meeting all of you and enjoying life in the southwest suburbs!
We will be going to a variety of venues: bars, clubs, livemusic, and outdoor festivals in the summer. Most of the venues will be in and around the southwest suburbs,at times we may plan something in the city for a change of pace.
What happened to us??!! If your like me, your single or divorced, busy with a full time job, and with commitments at home which don't allow you much time for yourself. I find myself spending way too much energy on the daily grind instead on having fun, staying active, and investing some time in myself. I am starting a new Meetup for those of us in our 30's and 40's who find themselves single and looking for an opportunity to meet new people, start new friendships, and get out and have some fun. It doesn't matter if you have never been married, going through separation or divorce, children or no children, you just need to be single, in your 30's or 40's, and committed to a drama-free environment to join.
Our Meetup's purpose would be to provide Fox Valley Area singles the opportunity to go to events such as Happy Hours, Live Music performances, Wine Tasting events, Outdoor events (volleyball, softball, Frisbee, walking, biking, etc), Poker nights, Bunco nights, house parties, Sporting events, Gym nights, Trivia nights, Movie nights, really any event that's fun and exciting. We can even include events for the whole family (minus the ex's of course!). Our Meetup group will also provide single professionals with a way to meet other singles without the pressure of one-on-one dating or having to result to online dating so much. Meetup events are usually a great way to spend some time getting to know someone in a safer, group environment. However, the official purpose of the Meetup would not be a dating site. Responsible, adult behavior with common sense rule the day in this Meetup group.
There are only a few requirements to belong to the Fox Valley Area 30's & 40's Singles Meetup. You must be single, which means that you have never been married or you are separated, divorced, or widowed, somewhere between 29 and 49 years old, and be able to provide a date-stamped picture of yourself when you join. Your picture can have anything in it you want, but you must be in the picture and the picture must be recent. One last thing, if you find yourself constantly surrounded by self-imposed drama, do all of us a favor and don't join. I reserve the right to remove anyone from the Group who brings unwanted drama to the events or to other members. Other than that, the only other rule is to try to enjoy life and get out and have fun!
One last thing, unmarried couples are invited. Just make it well known that you are not available if you join with your significant other or you find a significant other in this group!
I LOVE LIVE MUSIC. Do YOU? This meetup is for people that love going out to live music, meeting new friends, or hanging out with your group. We will be going to different music venues with every style under the sun like Rock, R&b, Pop, Old School, Alternative, blue grass and gospel friends. We will create and support local artists that depends on our friendly support to develop their craft and radio play request. It is awesome to hear fresh music that is good enough to win music awards but so new it not on CD yet ! Music is a great place for friends to business network as well. We will have a BLAST as they pour out their soul in orginal music and sometime chart buster songs. This is a great place to meet new friends. A place for friendly dining out, get to know the Chicago bands, music scene or neigborhoods. This is a place to see solo artist perform and people dance. This is the place for BIG TOURS suggestions that we may car pools, start bus parties or get discount tickets. If you like a band or know an artists is coming to Chicago recommend them to see if we can get people interested(preferrably 30 or more days B4 event). We don't asks that you go to all events but we do asks that you show up to the one's you RSVP. This is what friends do. We know life happens and plans change but if they do at the last minute we are ok, as long as you send a friend to keep your seat warm(LOL). Live music club meetup may receive group seating because of RSVP's, so don't mess up our track record with venues(EVEN FREE SEATS). We want to go to live music shows base on group interests, so let us know. Of course we are looking for venues in and around Chicago but if a great cruise deal pop up count me in. We are also looking for business partners to join us as "business friends". Organizers are desperately needed, so step right up. If you miss my repetition in the middle, let me say it one more time. Join us because this is the place to for music fans to meetup.
National Artist Tour Events Meet New Friends
Local Artists Showcase Live Music Parties
Spontantenous singing from Audience(Open Mike) FREE & Discount Live Music Tickets
Car Pool/Party Bus Events A Place to meet and have a barrel of FUN !
Music & Small Business Networking Single dating and party planning
Summer Music Festivals JOIN US! Party All the Time With Live Music !
Energize and empower your life with Feng Shui. This group will share ideas of how to implement Feng Shui principles for everyday situations at home, office or your business. Learn how get better results in your career, personal goals, relationships and health. Join the group to participate in seminars, workshops and events where Feng Shui experts will share practical methods of how to put your goals into action.
Sanctuary Ski and Snowboard Club
Sanctuary Ski Club is a Chicago-area not for profit skiing, snowboarding, and social club. The club is composed of over 300 members dedicated to offering the most fun events that you can find. We invite anyone over 21 years old to join our membership. We meet on the first and third Wednesdays of every month in Woodridge at 8:00pm.
We offer numerous social activities year round in addition to our winter ski trip schedule. This spring and summer we have an extensive bicycling schedule to look forward to. Our annual banquet, picnic and golf outing are always big hits. We have volunteers that organize a "bar of the month" and have a wine-tasting planned. Sporting events, theater outings, kayaking and concerts are only a few of the things you can do with us. Please stop by a meeting or check us out at www.skisanctuary.org for dates, times and details.
NO Drama , No Games lets get out and socialize and hope to meet the one you can't live witout.
The last great Love of your life.
If not, lets have some laughs and good times while were at it.
50 + welcome
Meet with people who enjoy learning about, listening to, and attending the opera. Join other local opera enthusiasts who may be interested in accompanying you to the next opera performance!
Are you looking to meet other people in their 20's, 30's, 40's and beyond? Do you live in the Suburbs Western or Southern suburbs of Chicago? Then this group is for you! This group includes singles,singles, engaged, married or dating people of all ages!
Lets have fun! We love to dine, dance, go to the movies, hang out, go camping, go on trips, go to parties and more. Our events may include dinner, afterwork get-togethers, game nights or something simple as meeting for coffee. This group is all about fun, trying new things and meeting new friends.
If you have an idea for a meetup, please feel free to post it on the message board or email the Organizer.
We hope to meet new couples and make some lasting friendships!
This is a chance for artists of all sorts in the West Suburbs of Chicago -- whether your medium is expressed visually, verbally, sonically, or some combination -- to cross-pollinate, gather ideas and energy, and find inspiration, consolation and encouragement. The hope is to gather regularly as a group, creating opportunities to organize smaller klatches, as well as opportunities to find like spirit and lasting artistic relationships. We may even be able to organize readings, performances and showings.
Note the change: We were the Oak Park Writers, Artists & Musicians group -- We are now the West Suburban Writers, Artists & Musicians group.
Meet nearby Boardgame Players! Come to a Boardgames Meetup to play Euro and classic Games from A/H, SPI, Hasbro, just about anything. Make new friends.
Fun is the key! Enjoy a little.. Stop by and give us a Try!
So Bring a friend and your favorite game.
Don't know many games? No Problem...we will teach you!
Come on out and see what we're all about!
Three Title Bracelets will be on the line Jan. 15 & 16 as players from around the world meet for Chicagolands most prestigious championship poker series. The Quad-States Poker Grand Championships are sanctioned by Chicago Poker News as the Official Championship of Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Wisconsin.
Both a No-Limit Texas Holdem event and a Mixed Games (No-Limit HOSE) event are scheduled. Title bracelets will be awarded for the champion of each of these tournaments and to the player with the highest overall average finish for both events. All tournaments will be double-elimination style with one optional re-buy and/or add-on available. Chicago Poker News publisher Stew "Chicago Mike" Bishop describes this structure as "truly a championship... double elimination tests a players ability to come back from the felt... the great players have that talent... effectively, to win these titles you will have to 'beat everyone twice'..."
The Quad-States tournaments are among the highest-percentage payout structure, offering over a 90% prizepool payout at full buy-in & rebuy in addition to trophies and the coveted Championship Title Bracelets. "The payout percentage for these tournaments is about as high as it gets", said Bishop, "... gamblers can do the math and recognize the value here..."
Despite the popularity of the Texas Holdem Event, Bishop advises players not to overlook the Mixed Games Championship: "... Texas Holdem gets alot of attention these days, since Chris Moneymaker won the WSOP in 2003...", says Bishop, "... I've been managing poker events almost 20 years now, I can tell you absolutely, without question, the number one way to improve your poker game is to play Mixed Games. It's like an athlete needs to cross train, a poker player needs to play all the games if they want to get to the top... that's one reason Chicago Poker News recognizes this series as the 4-State Championship, because it offers both Texas Holdem AND Mixed Games, and it offers a great payout..."
A special hotel room rate will be available to players at the event. See calendar page for complete details.
Chicago is legendary for the warmth and hospitality of it's citizens and players will appreciate the professionalism and courtesy of Poker Manager Dom Niro and the entire tournament staff at the Majestic Star.
On behalf of a great city and a great venue, the Chicago Poker Meetup Group wishes all players the very best of success at the Quad-States Poker Grand Championships and we'll see you at the final table!
This is a social and networking group of professionals in the western suburbs of Chicago near Oak Brook, IL. We will meet every few weeks for happy hour to relax and have a little fun after work at some of the great restaurants in the area.
For everyone with interests in any aspect of developing sustainable suburban living on our planet who believe the only way to make progress is to come together and do something about it. Resource conservation, renewable energy, peak oil planning, localizing our communities, organics, energy efficiency, recycling, politics, educating, self sufficiency, transportation--we all need to work together. If you are interested in learning or have information to share, the only way to progress is to get together and work on it. The purpose of this group is to allow people to set up times on their own, convenient to their schedules in order to do just that. With everyone's busy schedules, it is sometimes easier and more effective to meet with just a few people for breakfast, lunch or coffee instead of an evening meeting. The intended purpose of this group is to provide members a vehicle to set up those meetings to learn, teach and plan--so LET'S GET TOGETHER AND SEE WHAT WE CAN DO!
This is your Meetup!!
Mediums, Psychics, Light Workers
and Seekers of The Light!!
We are an open
"COMMUNITY of LIGHTWORKERS"
who choose to share our Gifts, Knowledge and Light in a Joyful way with others. Practitioners, teachers, and seekers are all welcome.
What they are saying about "The Gathering Light"
"I love coming to the Gathering, I just feel so welcome."
"I finally feel at Home!"
"At first I felt in awe of all the talent, now I feel so comfortable, like I belong too."
"I always wanted to learn more about what I was experiencing, and here I can without judgement."
"It is great to support others who are just beginning their journey on the path of light."
Bring a dish to pass, a Loving Spirit and an Open Heart, join us and share in this wonderful space of energy and Loving Light!
If you are single without children, this is the group for you. Single Without Children is a group of singles looking to date someone with no kids between the ages of 30 to 55 who are free without obligations on evenings or weekends; or have children over the age of 18 in the Chicago, IL and surrounding areas.
We are a group of successful single professionals who work hard at the office and want to have fun on our time off....and every other weekend was not ideal for dating with us.
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Maybe you are...
In your 40s...had children in your 20s...you don't want more children.
Never been married...you want to find that special someone and experience having your
first child together.
Your children are in college and prefer not to date someone with children under 18...you really love to travel and want to find someone of the same interest.
You are a "Free Spirit" can pick up at a moments notice and go out of town for the weekend or want to find someone to travel with.
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Whatever the case is you will not find singles with children under 18 with us. We also do not allow separated members still in the process of a divorce (because you are not single).
So join up, mingle with us and let me know what types of events you would like to see us plan for--we are pretty flexible and like to change things up to keep things interesting.
Events to meet members are anywhere from 3-4 times weekly and usually starting around
7:00 pm. You can be busy almost everyday with us. : ) Our events have been held in the West Suburbs, North Suburbs and South Suburbs. And, we will be starting new events in downtown loop of Chicago, IL next.
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To Join Us...All New Members need to apply and enroll in our membership with
Single Without Children LLC company's website is
http://www.singlewochildren.com/
Click on the Join Us tab at the top. (
http://www.singlewochildren.com/membership.htm)
Welcome new members!
Meet up with locals who are interested in learning about The Law of Attraction. Our objective is to learn, understand and ultimately know how to be, do or have everything we've ever wanted in our lives.
Whether the subject is new to you, or you have been on the path for years or decades - this meetup is for you.
We have been meeting every other week since April, 2007 and we invite you to join us in a comfortable, free-thinking environment to learn how to experience more joy & happiness in your life.
2012 - Further Inward We Delve!
Has anyone told you how amazing you are, lately? This is a group for women over 40. Maybe you're a mom, a full-time employee, a wife, single, searching for employment, geographically distant from family, have lost touch with friends over the years, etc. Whatever your situation is, there's a yearning to connect with like-minded women. A place where you can establish friendships while having fun. Where the other women will get it. Get what? Get what we go through and how hard we work to keep ourself, our family and/or our kids moving forward and in a positive direction. This is a place to connect and be supported, while having fun. This group is an opportunity to laugh until our sides hurt!
STOP DREAMING ABOUT IT! Travel with other like minded singles and have the time of your life.
Singles Adventures contributes to host countries non-profits that focus on children and the disabled.
I encourage while traveling that you buy local goods, learn local culture, refrain from aggressive bargaining.
Singles Wild in Panama Video
Grab your shoes, a bottle of water, and let's get a move on!
This group is for 30 somethings in the Naperville area who are on the lookout for fun and active things to do in the area. While going out for dinner, drinks, and movies is fun (and likely to show up on the group calendar every now and then), the main purpose of this group is to get people off the couch and outside doing something active!
Meetups include walking/jogging on the riverwalk, bike riding, hiking, kayaking, tennis, etc in the warmer months. The winter months are great for snowshoeing, cross country skiing, indoor rock climbing, etc. and we're always open to new adventures!
Members are in/or around their 30s (it's a broad range and we're flexible!) and able to attend meetups in the Naperville and surrounding areas. While the focus is on being active, you certainly don't need to be an athlete – Members come in all shapes, sizes and ability levels. We're all just friendly people looking for some fun times out in the sun!
Hope to see you outside soon!
We are a (GLBT) couples oriented group that generally has a minimum of one group event a month.
As group organizers we encourage our members to send us suggestions for future events in which we will post to the group on your behalf.
Once an event has been suggested you and your partner become host of the event. As host we will correspond with you to determine the particulars of the outing such as (address, time, and date) prior to emailing to the group.
This Meetup features expert speakers and teachers on a magnitude of topics relating to positive thinking, feelings, intentions, energy healing and clearing, Law of Attraction and much more.This Meetup is for people who want to live better lives. Our topics cover all areas related to personal, business and lifestyle developement-success-growth, spirituality, wholeness and topics from A-Z related to raising vibrations and alignment with what we want in life. Come join us and learn something new! And stay afterward for a lively discussion.
We are easy to find Located in a PRIVATE ROOM at Panera Bread Company at the corner of route 59 and 95th street in front of the Showplace theatres at this address:
Showplace Drive (#4016) 2775 Showplace Drive Suite 123 Naperville, IL 60564 (630) 428-2121 - Phone
Meetups will also be posted without a speaker to discuss Law of Attraction and other topics related to Law of Attraction.
WE will post MEETUP outside events to get together with Friends in the group.... suggestions for these events are appreciated, and you can even plan one of your own for the group!
We are easy to find Located in a PRIVATE ROOM at Panera bread company at the corner of route 59 and 95th street in front of the Showplace theatres. Hope to see you!
Best wishes!
Showplace Drive (#4016) 2775 Showplace Drive Suite 123 Naperville, IL 60564 (630) 428-2121 - Phone
This meditation technique is taught as a science and is practiced by people of many religions, faiths and belief systems. Within you is the "science lab" in which you conduct this "science experiment." The Science of Spirituality (S.O.S.) teaches a meditation process called Jyoti, or Light, Meditation. It's free and anyone can practice it. It should be noted, this is a voluntary meditation program. One stays in their social or religious traditions to practice this meditation. It needs to also be noted, this is a purely spiritual meditation technique. This means Jyoti Meditation is not taught, for example, for stress-relief. It's taught for self-realisation. However, while the main purpose of Jyoti Meditation is purely spiritual, the practice has great benefits. If you want to try this meditation technique, you can start meditating by setting a time to meditate, preferably a time when you are very alert. At that time, sit in a comfortable chair. Get into a position, one where you won't move, and gently close your eyes. Keep your eyes horizontal and look straight ahead. To calm the mind, you repeat any name of God that is acceptable to you. Repeat that word. Repeat. Repeat. Continue to repeat that name until you are done meditating. Repeating this name keeps the mind focused on meditating. For more information, through a program called, "Enlightened Living," S.O.S. sponsors expert speakers throughout Chicagoland but, also, everyday, in Naperville, Illinois, the S.O.S. Meditation Center is open from 10 to 5 for meditation. Visitors, please sign-in and ask Reception, if you have any questions. Take a look at our S.O.S Meetup calendar to see the variety of the free public talks and all the cities where we host those talks. Our Meetup photo album gives you an idea of what to expect to see at the Science of Spirituality Meditation Center in Naperville, Illinois, right off of Highway 88. We look forward to welcoming you! And, remember to look into Annual August Veggie Fest. In 2011 our attandence hit 22,000 people. Please come! Sign-up to volunteering on any of the days by going to our calendar and r.s.v.p.ing on the date you want to help. Questions? Please visit www.sos.org or www.jyotimeditation.org for more information, or call the National Headquarters in Naperville, IL, 630-955-1200.
Are you a Single Professional between the ages of 25 - 45, looking to connect with a diverse group of other professionals in your local area? Are you tired of having to commute to the city all the time to have fun, date, or even interact with like minded singles? Well join S.O.C.I.A.L of Chicagoland! Most of our S.O.C.I.A.L. events will have a cultural focus as S.O.C.I.A.L. is committed to developing social and professional networking opportunites for a group of ethnically diverse singles in their locale.
There are a multitude of focuses this group will offer, selected reading discussions, social outings such as, dancing, karaoke, golfing, fitness focus, financial fitness workshops, wine tasting, horesback riding, volleyball, cookouts, skiing, camping, and a weekly social outing and bi-weekly mixer at a rotating location in the Chicagoland Suburbs. We will however definitely venture to the city from time to time as there is really no way to get around this but the majority of our events will be held in the Burbs.
If the above interests you please submit your request for membership online. Due to the fact that this is a Singles group, only profiles with pictures will be reviewed for approval. If you have questions before hand please feel free to email me with your inquires.
Take care!
This group was created to provide an outlet for people in their thirties who still know how to have fun after a busy work week. This is not your typical meetup group. The objective of this group is to meet like minded people to become friends with.
Activities may include but not limited to: dinners, happy hours, game nights, movies, picnics, live music/concert, fetivals, museums, road trips, sports, night life, and dancing to name a few. This is about meeting new friends with similar interests and having a good time.
This group is for NON-SHADY and NON-FLAKY:
1. People who are NEW to the area2. People who want to expand their circle of friends 3. People whose friends have moved out of state 4. People whose friends have no time to hang out 5. AND basically for people who want to make new friends
If you are looking to meet a great group of people to hang out with on a regular basis and develop a great friendship, then look no further.
If your only interest in joining this group is to "hook up", then this is probably not the right group for you. Just a reminder that this is a platonic social group and NOT a dating group. If you hit it off with someone in the group that is great but it's really not the objective of the group.
SharePoint Social is a group for technology professionals to network and discuss with local SharePoint users and experts in the Chicago suburbs in a social setting. Our aim is to bring together SharePoint talent to provide an avenue for relevant discussions driven primarily by our members. Whether it is a seasoned user seeking advice or an individual new to SharePoint, you are invited to ask your question, tell your story and even Share-A-Pint!
¡Hola bailarines!
Welcome to Sultry Salsa,
your best source of information for sizzling Latin dance lessons and information about the hottest Latin nightclubs in Chicago & the Chicago Suburbs.
Sultry Salsa!
¡Salsa es Vida!
We organize and promote Latin dancing events, primarily nightclub Salsa nights, throughout Chicago and the Midwest.
In addition, we conduct lessons in Salsa, Bachata and Cha Cha and other Latin dances in various locations, including dance studios and nightclubs, in and around the Chicago area and about the Midwest, all by Chicago's own Barón de Bachata, Jed Walker!
Our quest is to teach everybody to dance and to look good dancing. We teach both style and technique together, by melding the style of street dancing to the technique of ballroom dancing, to help leads and follows become dancers that can dance well with anybody, anywhere, anytime. A dancer that is enjoyable, exciting, fun to dance with and entertaining to watch.
We intend this site to be the one and only place you need in order to find the Latin dance lessons you seek in Chicago or the Chicago suburbs. In addition to finding out all you need to know about our various classes, you can use our site as a resource to find out about Sultry Salsa's venues and special dancing events, read reviews by the experts of what's going on in the Chicago Salsa scene as well as articles about different aspects of the Latin dance culture and even other dance cultures, join our mailing list and find useful links to other dance organizations and resources in your area and beyond.
We thank you for your interest in Sultry Salsa and look forward having you join in the fun!
Please visit our "About" pages to learn more regarding our group, activities and events. http://www.meetup.com/Sultry-Salsa-Dancers-Southwest/about/
"Let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds. Let us not give up meeting together , as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another - and all the more as you see the Day approaching."
Hebrews 10:24-25 NIV
Our group seeks to bring dedicated, faithful Christian Singles seeking to live a deeper faith and understanding together with other single faithful believers for fun social events and activities; building stronger relationships among Christian believers, both men and women alike. The majority of our members comprise the 30-49+ age range and should be regularly practicing Christians with Biblically-based values and principles. Our activities range from sports like volleyball, tennis and canoeing to social events like concerts, plays and dinners, along with Christian serving opportunities in the community and projects helping our own members. Since numerous churches do not have singles groups, or leave out singles from specific events, our desire is to find and unite single believers so that we might strengthen and encourage one another, build new relationships, and take a brighter light out into the world. We are a PRIVATE group for the purpose of Christian fellowship, friendship, serving opportunities, knowledge and personal development among all believers of the Christian faith. While we are not a dating group, if healthy dating relationships occur, the group will support them, as long as they proceed in a Godly fashion. We will not tolerate individuals who subscribe to this meetup as another avenue to pursue "picking up dates". If a member regularly makes other members of the opposite sex uncomfortable in any way, or will not be open to reproach regarding a particular behavior, they will be politely asked to leave.
If you living a Christ-centered lifestyle, looking to meet and build relationships with more committed single Christians in your area, and you are not out to "score your next date", then you should definitely consider signing up with us for fun events and activities!
While some events will be larger in size, many events will be smaller in nature, and may arise with very short notice.
PLEASE NOTE: You must be either an unmarried single or be legally divorced (not separated) to be able to join this group. You must also have a recent (and clear) photo of yourself posted to your profile.
Please see the ABOUT section to learn the history behind this meetup group!
You're in the right place if you're excited about having continuous peak energy, mood & beauty, with grace & ease, massive enjoyment, now & continuously, at the speed of spirit.
We organize a variety of events & workshops including LifeSTYLE programs,transformational health & healing events, food prep, tastings & special topic evenings specializing in fun, enjoyment and optimal living!
We educate on cutting edge technologies and offer pristine superfoods, sustainable programs, & support to integrate, incorporate and enhance the LifeSTYLE at what ever level you desire.
If you're in the right place, join this group right now.
If you are like me, you may always THINK about all of the investment opportunities that are out there, but let opportunities pass you instead of taking action because you don't think you have enough time, money, expertise, etc. to make a move…
Anyone can successfully invest in Real Estate, no matter who you are,
what you do, or how much money you have!
This group is here to so that we can share experiences and resources so that you can feel confident and comfortable taking advantage of this fantastic buyer's market in Real Estate.
In this group, you will walk away with:
• Access to great properties in which to invest
• Financing resources (both conventional and alternative financing)
• Potential investing partners
• A wealth of resources through seasoned investors and professionals in the field of real estate
We are a group of experienced motorcycle riders that are from all around the Naperville area. Experienced and non-experienced riders are more than welcome. The rides will mainly consist of a destination and somewhere to stop for food and gas. You should have fun and enjoy your ride. The group will meet twice a month for a ride.
Drama free group.
We are here to ride not bitch and moan.
You must have/own a motorcycle to be a member.
We will remove anyone and anything that produces, posts, or cause trouble in our group.
Meet local French language and culture lovers for conversation and fun at the Alliance Française de DuPage!
Come to a French Language Meetup and make new amis as you practice speaking, build your vocabulary and finally figure out those verb conjugations! Activities include Café-conversations, films, dinners, book readings, concerts and museum tours. All ages and levels welcome.
The Alliance Française de DuPage is one of the 130 Alliance Française chapters nationwide.
Check our website at http://www.afdupage.com to learn more about us and for membership options.
Camping is a fabulous way to meet new people, strengthen relationships and make great memories!
We are Pet & children friendly, in fact adults, kids and pets are normally invited to any trips/activities, but PLEASE read the description of each activity &/or trip for any specific information regarding kids & pets. Always contact the organizer for that trip, if you have any questions. Please note that pets are not allowed on some trails or in some areas
If you like to camp, build bonfires, grill out and chill out with a highly entertaining group of campers, you have found the right meetup group.
¡Hola bailarines!
Welcome to Sultry Salsa,
your best source of information for sizzling Latin dance lessons and information about the hottest Latin nightclubs in Chicago & the Chicago Suburbs.
Sultry Salsa!
¡Salsa es Vida!
We organize and promote Latin dancing events, primarily nightclub Salsa nights, throughout Chicago and the Midwest.
In addition, we conduct lessons in Salsa, Bachata and Cha Cha and other Latin dances in various locations, including dance studios and nightclubs, in and around the Chicago area and about the Midwest, all by Chicago's own Barón de Bachata, Jed Walker!
Our quest is to teach everybody to dance and to look good dancing. We teach both style and technique together, by melding the style of street dancing to the technique of ballroom dancing, to help leads and follows become dancers that can dance well with anybody, anywhere, anytime. A dancer that is enjoyable, exciting, fun to dance with and entertaining to watch.
We intend this site to be the one and only place you need in order to find the Latin dance lessons you seek in Chicago or the Chicago suburbs. In addition to finding out all you need to know about our various classes, you can use our site as a resource to find out about Sultry Salsa's venues and special dancing events, read reviews by the experts of what's going on in the Chicago Salsa scene as well as articles about different aspects of the Latin dance culture and even other dance cultures, join our mailing list and find useful links to other dance organizations and resources in your area and beyond.
We thank you for your interest in Sultry Salsa and look forward having you join in the fun!
Please visit our "About" pages to learn more regarding our group, activities and events. http://www.meetup.com/West-Suburban-Dancers/about/
Whether you are learning English or Spanish, meet native speakers of both languages for practice, conversation and fun. In a relaxed and informal setting, we will help one another learn and practice speaking our second language. All ages and levels welcome.
Ya sea que estés aprendiendo inglés o español, ven y encuentra personas nativas que hablan el idioma que a ti te interesa para practicar tu conversación; se que será muy divertido. En nuestro grupo no sentirás ninguna presión, el ambiente es relajado. El propósito de hacer un grupo así, es para ayudarnos los unos con los otros a mejorar nuestra conversación en un segundo idioma. No tenemos límite de edad ni nivel, todos son bienvenidos.
Do you live in Chicago's South Suburbs? Are you in a LGBT longterm relationship? Do you feel disconnected from the LGBT community which mainly focuses on areas on the Northside of Chicago? We are looking for other LGBT couples including families to come together to meet other LGBT couples and families in the South Suburbs of Chicago to share experiences and make new friends in our area.
Welcome to chicaGOutside, a place for active Chicago area singles to meet, mingle and move about the great outdoors. Whether you are new in town or have lived here all your life, you will find something fun and exciting as we explore the sights, trails, waterways and hot-spots of northern Illinois.
This group is for anyone who would like to seek spiritual knowledge and peace in this life through Buddhism.
We meet for:
Service:
On Sundays at the International Buddhist Progressive Society (their address listed below) from 10:30am - 12. Free but must RSVP!
Meditation:
Every other Tues from 7:30 - 9:00pm for Meditation Classes at IBPS conducted by Venerable Miaotsan, a graduate of Fo Guang Shan Meditation School with more than 15 years experience. Must RSVP!
ALL Suggestions are WELCOME!
*IBPS Chicago
Address: 9S043 Route 53, Naperville, IL 60565
Directions: 1/2 mile south of Route 75th Street on Route 53, the East side of the street, red building ranch.
Phone: 630-910-1243
Welcome to Downers Grove Area Moms! We are a group of moms with newborn through early grade school-age children looking for advice and support as we share in the joys of motherhood. Although we come from different backgrounds and different experiences, what we do have in common is the desire to find opportunities to promote communication and socialization skills among our children. And certainly, we want to have fun in the process!
Our moms come from all over the Chicagoland area including the towns of Downers Grove, Lisle, Lombard, Oak Brook, Bolingbrook, Westmont, Woodridge, Wheaton, Naperville and everywhere in-between. Group members come together to have fun, learn from one another and develop lasting friendships.
Our meetups include park playdates, stroller walks, Moms' Night Out for dinner or a movie, playdates at members' homes, as well as events at indoor play areas, zoos, libraries and museums. We have both age-based and mixed playgroups for our members which are not only a great way for your children to make new friends, but for you to meet other moms going through the same things as you.
We absolutely want our members to be involved and contribute their many talents in order to make this as positive an experience as possible. We firmly believe that you take out of this what you put into it and welcome ideas from all our members. This group is for ACTIVE members only. If you're only looking for an group of online friends, and don't plan on getting out and getting involved, this is not the place for you.
If all this sounds good to you then come and see what we're all about!
**Please be sure to review our group's rules and guidelines before you join. They're important and, we feel, worth the read. For the details, click on "Pages" at the top underneath our banner and select "Rules and Guidelines".**
You can never buy hope in a time of crisis but I am positive of this…. YOU CAN GIVE IT AWAY! -- Joel Osteen
Growing a business is hard especially now in hard times.
Come join us, get hope and help growing your business. Develop relationships so that we can ALL do business together.
To the world you may just be one person but to one person you may be the world.
Our untapped potential is truly astounding. Let's work together to tap into our potential.
Please come and join us in getting to know each other, grow our businesses and become friends.
The cost is $14.00 which covers networking and lunch. The food is awesome! Bring your Hello! Your Business Cards and your enthusiasm.
Emmetts Ale House
5200 Main St.
Downers Grove, Il
2nd and 4th Tuesdays EVERY month
Starting Sept. 14th, 2010
11:30 - 1:00
Oh, and bring your friends because I am sure that they will benefit also.
See you there.
Sue Kelbus
Meet other single parents for networking, interesting discussion, good humor, and general camaraderie.
Join us if you are a fun, intelligent, responsible, single adult actively engaged in the thrills and throes of parenting.
Events include both family and parents only oriented activities.
This group is for Tai-Chi practitioners to meet other people to share their experiences and practice together. You are also welcome to join us if you would like to learn Tai-Chi. We do not charge any fees nor we provide any formal instructions (unless some of our members are occasionally willing to work with beginners), but you are welcome to join us and follow along while we practice to learn it.
Tai-Chi is a practice that cultivates balance and harmony which are both essential for our well being regardless if it's internally (health & longevity) or externally (sustainability & eco-living).
We are doing a long Tai Chi Chuan Yang form. You are welcome to join practicing it or practice your form. The focus of our practice is on health, flexibility, balance, meditation, and only after that on Martial Art applications.
This group is for the entire Chicago-land but we currently meet in West suburbs. If you are interested to host/organize an event in your area please feel free to contact us so we could help you to organize it.
These monthly events will allow local professionals to meet in a relaxed setting after work. Our goal is to offer a networking environment to help you build new business relationships. We welcome all business owners, professionals, sales people and managers seeking to begin or expand their business.
Feel free to invite guests that will benefit from this event.
Drum Circle Community group to promote, expand, share and enjoy social connections with area hand drummers of all experience levels and styles. We gather in the greater Fox Valley area for drum circles, social gatherings and shared community. We've been active for 2 years now (officially) with a growing circle of kindred spirits. I believe in sharing and cross pollination between groups when there's an event, gatherings or activities of mutual interests.
I've been active in area drum circles and events for many years, currently facilitate one at Light Heart Center in Wheaton the 2nd Sat of each month from 7-9pm. ( http://www.thelightheartcenter.org/ ) Also hosting one on the 2nd Fri of each month at the Aurora Yoga Center and the 3rd Fri at Kindred Spirits in Oswego.
There are a number of folks here who are looking to connect and create a local drum circle community and social group, so I decided it was time to start this group and hope it draws them to participate.
~Merry Met and Blessed Beats~
This group is all about making new friends with other women in their 20's-30's in the western suburbs. We've found that the biggest problem with meetup groups is that you show up to a meetup, make some awkward conversation, and never see the people you've met again. No one seems to know how to go about actually making friends at meetups. Hopefully this group can change that. Most of our meetups will not be "formal" meetups where something is scheduled weeks in advance, because who really knows if they'll be free in a few weeks? Most will be "informal" where we'll just e-mail all members and see who's up for a lunch, dinner, a movie, a shopping day, etc.
LIVE CHAT too! This group is for Dancers all over Chicagoland interested in Dancing, Socializing, Mingling and Meeting at some of the Midwest's Premier Dance Destinations.
We promote these dance events:
Sock Hops
Mixers
Singles Dances
Swing Dancing
Salsa Dancing
Ballroom Dancing & Lessons
Live Bands and Special Musical Concerts
C & W Dancing
Folk & Square Dancing
We will visit ballrooms, dance clubs, and go see dance performances in all it's many facets.
It is also a group to cut loose with singing or listening to karaoke... You don't really NEED to be able to sing, you just should be able to have fun!
Come out and have FUN, this is not a business endeavour, it's just a fun way to cut loose! Join now...
:)
Let me conclude by saying,
WE ARE SOME OF THE FRIENDLIEST PEOPLE WHO ATTEND MEETUP EVENTS!!! Yes,
you will feel included, yes you will be encouraged to join into the conversations... Yes, you
will be introduced around....
Meet kindred book lovers in a local Meetup Book Club! Fiction or non-fiction, paperback or hardcover, you'll read a new book every month. Come to laugh, share stories and make new friends!
Welcome!
...About our Group and Meetups
Psychic energy is the key to unlocking joy, abundance and universal understanding. The purpose of our group is to give everyone from the highest level psychic to the person exploring psychic energy for the first time a fun experience of psychic energy. We teach a wide array of classes like Intuition Development, Tarot Card Reading, Mayan Astrology, Couples workshops and much more. Also, through our various partnerships with Native Indians and The Drepung Gomang Monks from Tibet ,we have Sweat Lodges, Medicine Wheel Ceremonies, Home Blessings, Sand Mandalas, Peace Pipe Ceremonies and the list goes on.
...About our location
Intuition Unlimited is a little store located in Oswego IL. We carry many Metaphysical Items as well as Stones, Books, Custom Hand Made Jewelry, Healthy Pet Food, and Kids Toys including Webkinz.
The Angel Center is a Not For Profit Thrift Shop. All items are only a few dollars (less than Goodwill Most of the time) and have been donated to us. We also perform food drives, clothing drives, school supply drives and other services for Kendal County Food Pantry and Kendal County social Services.
For more information or to join our Mailing List(where you can see ALL of our classes and groups) Please Call or E-mail us at angelcenter@theangelcenter.org or 630-554-7713
Thanks Again & we look forward to Meeting Up!
Angel Center Staff
www.TheAngelCenter.org
I decided to start this group to get women together who are interested in meeting new friends. The purpose of the group is to get together for connection and support for each other. One of the main activities is a biweekly breakfast meeting. Women who are looking for friendship, positivity and fun are welcome! We try to add new activities and new restaurants to the list of things to do as suggestions come up.
There is a $5.00 yearly contribution. This is basically to maintaing the site.
This group is designed by doctors who believe in the body's ability to heal naturally. Our goal is to educate the members of our community on how bring better health and healing into your life. Come and meet other people in your community that are interested in optimal wellness. We have several events monthly including dinners, health lectures and interactive workshops.
In our group lectures, the topics we teach include: The Five Keys to Amazing Health, Reducing Your Risk of Heart Disease, Weight Loss Made Simple, Better Exercise in Less Time, Living Healthy in a Toxic World, Preventing Cancer, 21st Century Nutrition, Stress & Time Management and many more. Our Free workshops are designed to actively show you exercises, improving posture techniques and how to sleep better. We are also open to discussing any other topic that our members may be interested in knowing more about.
To learn more about these health topics the doctors discuss, tune in or listen online to the radio program, Natural Family Wellness on AM 1160 or www.wyll.com every Saturday morning at 8:30am.
This group is basically formed to promote friendship, companionship and to have FUN. We hope to get all singles and divorced Indians/desis to come out, mingle and have a great time. We plan various activities to tailor towards all ages. We have members of various ages - some younger and some not so younger - and of different cultural backgrounds. Dance parties, Karaoke , dinner outings , outdoor picnics, Bowling are just some of the activites that we do. Plz join us and do PARTICIPATE, MAKE NEW FRIENDS AND HAVE FUN.
Meet other local Conservatives, Classical Liberals, Libertarians and Republicans to discuss politics, government and current events (and MORE!). Our monthly lunch (Now in our SEVENTH YEAR of monthly meetings!) is always on the third Saturday, 11:30 AM, at Sweet Tomatoes in Lombard.
Attendance averages 25 assorted Right-Wingers.
Sole Seekers is a Walking Club that focuses on increasing an individual's physical activity to help boost energy, increase self confidence, reduce stress and better his or her quality of life. The club also acts as a support group, which shares life experiences on how to become more active, make better food choices and think more positively.
The indoor track we utilize at the Bettenhausen rec center is 1/8th of a mile long. Simply bring an extra pair of clean shoes to change into and start walking. (Street shoes are not allowed on the track) You walk at your own pace for as long as you can each week. It's the safest most effective way to start getting active!
Note: You must be a member of the rec center to join us. Visit http://tinleyparkdistrict.org/parks-facilit... for details and pricing.
This group is founded for those people who want to be, do and have more in their life. More happiness and success, more fun and satisfaction, more friends and rich experiences. Please join us to meet like minded people ready to get the most out of life. We will participate in fun and interesting outings try new things together, challenge and support each other and laugh and have a good time.
I attended the 2010 Cycle World, International Motorcycle Show
in Rosemont. While I was there, I noticed there was an area called
Women's Center. It was a show feature designed specifically for
women riders. I thought, "finally, a place where I can get some
answers!" The expert female motorcyclists from Women's Motorcycling
Foundation (WMF) were very knowledgeable. I tried on riding gear
that actually fit! I was asked if there is a female motorcycle
riding group in the Chicago and Suburban areas. I said I didn't
know of a specific female motorcycle riding group. When I got home,
I looked on line at Meetup.com, didn't see one and so I decided to
start one. This group is open to all Female Motorcyclists who ride
any make or model of motorcycle. It's for women who like to
socialize, head out onto the open road, enjoy the scenery and have
a good time.
We are a nonprofit organization that offers tools and skills for peaceful living. We honor all peace traditions and encourage daily practices that cultivate inner and outer peace in the individual and in the community.
Who wants to PARTY ? A party is a gathering of people who have been invited by a host for the purposes of socializing, conversation, or recreation. A party will typically feature food and beverages, and often music and dancing as well. This meetup is about you being the "Host" or Enjoying the Party. Join us !
Meet new friends and real people having fun in Chicago Night Life. Singles, Couples, and small businesses servicing the Chicago night life crowd. We go to clubs, dance spots, sporting events, and bar hops. We love listening to live music and shaking are booties to great DJ's mixes. Yeah, real party animals(ok, sometime we are normal).
We want to meet & greet new friends. Social networking is a part of our life blood. Please join us, organize with us, come drink from the goblet of excitement with us. Everybody is a VIP guest so give us a reason to party. Who likes to party like a rockstar ? Have you ever wanted to throw a big party but did'nt have the place or the people to help you. Do you want to throw a Birthday, Singles Event, Engagement/Marrriage event,Anniversary celebration, Casino night, bubble party, pamper party, 70's party, fashion show, or a place to dance and hear live music. We are only limited by our imagination.
Let's put together some of the best parties chicago have ever seen. Let's meetup and get the party started.
Spirit Rocks!
Our group explores various New Thought teachings with the intent of moving from simply understanding spiritual principles to putting those principles into practice. Our regular weekly meeting (Wednesdays) is a discussion and exploration of A Course in Miracles with teacher Christian Lea. The Spirituality Discussion Group in Naperville does not subscribe to any one particular belief system, understanding that there are many paths and we each follow our own as Spirit expresses and extends through us all.
July 29, 2011 Update - Thank you to all who generously contributed toward the meetup hosting fees. Our meetup group/site is now paid for thru June 2012!
This group is designed to bring people who love to bowl (non-competitively) and want to meet and get to know others with common interests.
Regardless of your bowling background (novices or first-time bowlers are ALWAYS welcome), join us for a great time bowling!!!
Most events are scheduled for Sundays, and begin at 5pm; we typically bowl 3 games and endeavor to finish no later than 8pm.
This is a group for women who want to increase their physical and emotional strength. If you have weight to lose, want to run a marathon, getting over a hardship, or just want to meet some positive, supportive women this is the group for you. We will have group workouts, biweekly weigh-ins, social events , recipes exchanges and some great conversation.
Do you just feel uncomfortable in your own skin?
Are you sick of gossip and want real friendships?
Are you tired of avoiding the gym because the machines are scary and intimidating, and you think everyone else is in shape and knows what they are doing?
Does the thought of diet food make you think of rabbits and no way are you giving up your favorite foods altogether?
Is that favorite outfit staring at you mockingly every time you look in your closet because it just does not fit?
Are you feeling empty and uncared for because you spend all of your time taking care of others?
Do you hate to keep buying that next size up?
The groups will be lead by personal trainer and life coach Kathryn Doyle Boulware. www.personalstrengthcoach.com
If you are ready to make a change in your life or ready for some positive friends, join this group.
"Never give up on anything that you cannot go a day without thinking about"
If your looking to meet some local girls that are in their mid to late 20's and 30's that live near the Northwest suburbs (Aurora, Naperville, Oakbrook, Wheaton, Schaumburg, Addison, Lombard etc.) area to do some adventurous type of activities such as Indoor/Outdoor rock climbing, biking, hiking, bowling, indoor racing etc or just want to meet up after work for happy hour, catch a good movie, or comedy show or get together at someone's place for wine and cheese and game night then this is the group for you.
I've been to few of the meet up groups for just girls and a lot of them are fun but the events are held in the city and for the girls that live in the burbs it's not always easy for us to make it into the city especially during the weekdays and Winter time. So I wanted to create a fun group for the girls that just want to have fun and get out and enjoy what the suburbs have to offer and of course have few events in the city as well.
I would like to incorporate some fun fitness types of activities as well as low cost fun things to do with this meetup. I also want this meet up to be an open group were all the BG's can suggest meet up's so we all get to enjoy something different. If you are also interested in organizing events and want to be part of the Leadership team then feel free to contact me.
It's time for the BG's to have some fun.
There are SO many South Africans in this Chicago-land area, with many stories to tell. Let us meet up to remember why we are proudly South African.
As organizers, our goal is to plan events that South Africans would find fun and interesting, and at convenient days and times that would accommodate the majority of the groups schedule. Please help us by suggesting events you would attend, try to attend events frequently and please let us know if you would like to host an event.
Membership is $10 per year, which is less then a $1 per month! This goes towards the quarterly fees to host our group on meetup.com and when there is something left over we use it for prizes and raffles at our events.
Meet other local people interested in discussing ideas and special topics about the Akashic Records. We also welcome global citizens who want to connect virtually as we host Teleforums by Phone. If you are a seeker of light, you are welcome! Discuss how the context and language of spirit can provide healing support and clarity in the areas of: Career Prosperity Health Relationship Learn more about a loving heart-centered approach to uplift your consciousness Explore your soul's highest growth and development Understand deeper relevance and purpose of the Akashic Record as a valuable source of wisdom Connect with others who are Akashic Record Consultants & Teachers, holistic practitioners, healing and wellness arts professionals and anyone on the path of spiritual maturity Occasionally we focus on a Special Topic in the Akashic Records. We appreciate your confirmed RSVP (it's in your calendar and you plan to attend) and please, as a courtesy, update your attendance information should your plans change due to limited seating at in-person meeting locations. We DO invite others outside of meetup to attend, so don't assume the expected attendance is reflected on the RSVP count. This is an educational and open forum - All are Welcome! Please join us!
The purpose of the Christian Singles Friendship Connection is to connect Christian singles (that attend different churches in the Chicagoland, IL area) who have similar interests to form acquaintances & friendships and to serve. Our service project for this group will be Feed My Starving Children once a month. We also will try to plan a fellowship/social event once a month.
Meet friendly Pugs and Pug Owners in the Joliet area. Come to a local Pug Meetup to play with people and pugs of all shapes and sizes. Have your own dog show with those little pups you treat like family!
We are a large group of open minded adults who host a popular matchmaking site for all walks of life. We hold events for people who are Single, BBW, Bi, Gay, Lesbian, and lifestyle. All events will have one of those themes and each will have a different host and feel! This group is all about bringing like minded people together in a fun and public environment!!
Looking for Singles Events in the Suburbs of Chicago? WELCOME to Suburbanite Singles! Check out the cool suburban singles events that we have planned for you in 2012. FUN Up Ahead!
JOIN Now if you are new in town, recently single, happily single, unhappily single, divorced, widowed, OR if you just wanna get out and have a blast meeting new people just like yourself...it's so much easier to make really great connections when you base it on a similar interest!
Are you new to town, did all your friends go and get married or move away, are you bored, looking to make new friends and possible love interests? Do you like to dance, sing, act silly? this is the group where everyone can really be themselves! No judging allowed, just fun! We are bringin it to the Burbs! Fill your social calendar in 2012...prepare to be entertained!
SW Suburbanite Singles is an attractive, fun, outgoing, open minded group, comprised of well educated, intelligent, and stunning singles.
Whatever you are seeking, find it here! For life long friends, positive role models, party pals, boyfriends, girlfriends, possible future husbands or wives, JOIN!
If you are seeking "hook ups" with no possibility of real relationships, go somewhere else, please, and have a nice day doing it...we love you, but that's not what we're about!
See you soon! xoxox
Meet and join other women entrepreneurs and independent business owners or women considering starting their own business to learn, network and get ideas to grow your business.
Our breakfast meeting will stimulate your mind give you a forum to share your business and vision with others.
Join this fantastic and very lively group !!!
I encourage you to bring business cards, flyer's, promotional products and anything you have to share with the group that displays who you are and what you do. Be prepared to stand up and do your elevator pitch and don't be surprised if feedback and/or questions are posed. This is our group and anything goes - within reason.
Come one come all!
If you have any questions please contact me directly at lisa@livewellwithlisa.com
Meet friendly Chihuahuas and Chihuahua Parents near you!
This group is for Chihuahua lovers who want to socialize their Chihuahuas for play, for fun and learn more about keeping them healthy, trained and well cared for. All shapes, sizes and breeds of Chihuahuas are welcome!
We play, we learn, discuss behavioral issues, socialization, training, nutrition and also help with animal rescue efforts. We gladly assist and support doggies in need of rescue and/or adoption.
We meet twice a month in the summer and at least once a month in the winter. Sometimes more if there are special events we can participate in. Events and meets are held locally. Exceptions are to special volunteer events or other dog-friendly outings in Chicagoland.
Please note that this group is strictly for Chihuahua socialization, learning and doggie assistance efforts -- not for dog sales or breeding purposes--please do not use our site to try to mate or sell your dogs.
You must join the group to participate in our events.
Don't believe all the hype you hear from the talking heads on the T.V. It's not all doom and gloom, there are areas all over the country that are still appreciating. Besides, an educated investor knows how to make money if the market is going up, down, or sideways.
It all comes down to being educated. When former Fed. Chairman Alan Greenspan was asked what he thought the difference was between the wealthy and the middle class, his answer was very simple, "The right education!" and he wasn't talking about going to college. If you want to do make money investing in anything, you need to be properly educated.
Are you ready to start receiving "The right education"?
The Community Network is the support you need to create a successful real estate portfolio! Just by being a member of the Community, YOU will have exclusive access to real estate investor services, professional contacts, real estate investing opportunities, and best of all - the camaraderie of like-minded real estate investors!
Meet fellow NEW RICH Real Estate Buyers and Investors near you! All are welcome!
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=19325339322
More Heart Than Talent Weekly Tuesday Night Calls
Time: 10:30 pm Eastern Time
Phone: 212-461-5860 OR 646-519-5860
Pin: 7707#
" MBF is an inspirational Moms group that just might change your life!" quote from MBF Mom.
"...we walk BY FAITH, not by sight." 2 Corinthians 5:7
Welcome to Moms By Faith! We are a group of Moms of all ages, all walks of life, Christian faith, and even Moms who are just interested in learning about the christian faith. The goal of this Mom's group is to uplift, encourage and connect with each other and our children. Our vision is to share inspiration, support and friendship through the glory of Jesus Christ. We want to support one another in our journey through motherhood. Our mission is to Love God, Love Others, Change the World.
We have Faith Enrichment Days with childcare provided for a small fee ($15 per family per semester) and meetup activities with our kids like Meet & Greets, Mom's Night Outs, Couple's Night Outs, playgroups, outings, lunch meetups, charity events, library activities, etc. All ideas are welcome from our Moms. There is no joining fee for this group but Moms will be responsible for payment for any materials or charges that are not sponsored by the group or church sponsor. Anything that requires payment will be announced in advance so everyone is aware. Examples include but are not limited to: contribution toward childcare during Enrichment meetings, books reviewed, lunches, breakfasts, entrance fees to outside venues such as the children's museum, zoo, etc.
We are all in different stages of our faith journey and motherhood so whether you have been a Christian all your life or if you're not at all sure where you are in your journey and whether you have newborns or children out of college, all are welcome! So join us and experience an uplifting Mom's group.
Our general meeting place is at our sponsor church: Wheatland Salem Church 1852 W. 95th Street Naperville, IL 60564http://wheatlandsalem.org
"Be devoted to one another in sisterly love." Romans 12:10
*No solicitors or solicitation please*
The reason for this meetup is to restore the original 1776 Declaration of Independence, the 1777 Articles of Confederation, the 1787 Constitution for these united States for America, the 1789 Bill of Rights, the twenty-first sovereign Republican form of government, Union; state of Illinois of 1818 and all Laws pursuant thereto as long as man's laws are in harmony with God's superior Laws.
The Orland/Tinley Ron Paul Meetup group is a peaceful assembly of men and women supporting our God given unalienable Right to live free and peacefully.
This site is designed to be a place to share ideas, organize and meetup.
We are not citizens of the United States or United States citizens as defined by the
14th Amendment.
We are Joint Tenants in the American Sovereignty, "one of the People of Illinois" and state Citizens
with all God given unalienable Rights and Liberties, Immunities and Privileges explicitly and expressly retained in perpetuity.
Grab your bike and let's go!!! Adventure Bike Club (ABC) is a meetup that bikes locally at least three times per week AND does adventure rides all over the world too! Our fearless leader, Raouf Radi, has biked for decades all over the globe and will expertly and safely lead all rides! ALL SKILL LEVELS WELCOME! NO EXCUSES NOT TO GET MOVING, WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? Join Us! :)
Meetup with those who are interested in practicing the science of The Law of Attraction in an effort to attract abundance/prosperity in all ares of your life. Go beyond "the secret" to discuss and learn techniques to manifest what you truly want. Understand how the Law of Attraction works in conjunction with the other Universal Laws.
Expect Miracles!
Beth King is a Life Coach specializing in Law of Attraction. In her practice at The Healing Place 513 Modaff Naperville IL she is available for one on one coaching as well as group coaching. Ask about special rates for meetup members.
Call her office for more information Office 630-857-3464
Email through meetup.
UniForum Chicago is a non-profit organization that holds monthly informative and technical discussions every fourth Tuesday from 7pm to 9pm. This provides a local forum in the Chicago area for open systems and UNIX discussion and allows us to meet with students and other professionals in the field.
All meetings are free and open to members and non-members alike and are held at:
IIT - Rice Campus Room 103 201 East Loop Road Wheaton, IL 60187-8489
For more information about UniForum Chicago or for the latest meeting topic contact info@uniforumchicago.org or visit our website at http://www.uniforumchicago.org
We are always looking for presenters! If you or your company would like to give a technical presentation at one of our monthly meetings, please contact Scott Nemec at president@uniforumchicago.org. Deadline to submit topics is generally 3 weeks prior to the meeting. Once chosen, subsequent proposals are reviewed and counted towards the next General Meeting.
¡Hola bailarines!
Welcome to Sultry Salsa,
your best source of information for sizzling Latin dance lessons and information about the hottest Latin nightclubs in Chicago & the Chicago Suburbs.
Sultry Salsa!
¡Salsa es Vida!
We organize and promote Latin dancing events, primarily nightclub Salsa nights, throughout Chicago and the Midwest.
In addition, we conduct lessons in Salsa, Bachata and Cha Cha and other Latin dances in various locations, including dance studios and nightclubs, in and around the Chicago area and about the Midwest, all by Chicago's own Barón de Bachata, Jed Walker!
Our quest is to teach everybody to dance and to look good dancing. We teach both style and technique together, by melding the style of street dancing to the technique of ballroom dancing, to help leads and follows become dancers that can dance well with anybody, anywhere, anytime. A dancer that is enjoyable, exciting, fun to dance with and entertaining to watch.
We intend this site to be the one and only place you need in order to find the Latin dance lessons you seek in Chicago or the Chicago suburbs. In addition to finding out all you need to know about our various classes, you can use our site as a resource to find out about Sultry Salsa's venues and special dancing events, read reviews by the experts of what's going on in the Chicago Salsa scene as well as articles about different aspects of the Latin dance culture and even other dance cultures, join our mailing list and find useful links to other dance organizations and resources in your area and beyond.
We thank you for your interest in Sultry Salsa and look forward having you join in the fun!
Please visit our "About" pages to learn more regarding our group, activities and events. http://www.meetup.com/SultrySalsaSuburbanites/about/
This group is specifically designed for sassy gals in their 20's and 30's who live and like to hang out in the western suburbs. Of course, we will have some outings in the city and the surrounding area where the fun brings us. The goal of this group is to meet new friends, go out with the girls and participate in a multitude of activities. Example of activities are but not limited to happy hour, movie nights, clubbing, socializing dinners, wine tasting and exercising. I like all the sassiest to have their own inputs of how our meetups should be. All sassy girls are welcome to join, does not matter if you are a student, young professional, single mom or married wife. We will organize some outings that you can invite your husband, your fiance, your boyfriend and even your cool guy friend to join us for some fun time. If you like to meet new friends, to socialize, to be active and the idea of "girls" gathering, this is THE group. I look forwards to meeting all the sassiest out there!
This group welcomes everyone who enjoys a good laugh. A sense of
humor is all that you need. We'll get together and share laughs at
local comedy clubs whether its improv theater or stand up, major
headline acts or local talent.
Welcome the the Lemont Outdoors meetup. We're hoping this group helps you to see all that the Lemont area has to offer for mountain biking, kayaking, canoeing, hiking, snow shoeing, x/c skiing, geocaching and general outdoors experiences… enjoy !
As our meetup evolves I'd like to have a variety of activities that range from Hard core Single track to Kayak lessons to Family Geocaching- if you have an idea, please feel free to post it.
Here's a link to my Garmin Connect account : KeithMTB for some ideas on possible events : http://connect.garmin.com/explore?owner=keithmtb#activityType=all&eventType=all&activitySummarySumDistance-unit=mile&activitySummarySumDuration-unit=hour&activitySummaryGainElevation-unit=foot&owner=keithmtb&bbMaxLat=41.908920474735154&bbMaxLong=-87.5390625&bbMinLat=41.65649719441145&bbMinLong=-88.36029052734375&sortField=relevance¤tPage=1
DISCLAIMER Group activities may have real risks of injury. By joining this group and events you hereby agree to assume all risks and liability related to or resulting from any group functions. You agree that neither you or any third party will hold the Organizer and Asst Organizers liable for any injury, loss, or damage to your own person or any members of your family, friends, children, pets, or property, arising directly or as a consequence from a group activity. You also agree that your participation of this event is based on an "at will"
Elevated Delights is also A Gang of Girls. Donna Damato & Auriel Grace are located
We are located at:
A Gang of Girls
513 W 87th St**
Naperville, IL 60565
(located in The Healing Place)
**For GPS users: Use Cross Street for address: WEST 87th & Modaff, for some reason GPS units will take you to East 87th & that's far from where we are**
We are Wheelchair accessible, guide/helper dogs are welcome too
Text/call Donna: 630-418-1138
Text/call Auriel: 331-452-0218
We have created "Free Tuesdays" in Naperville to bring people together. To share our experiences, support one another, and to learn new ways to experience life. Have you ever asked yourself "Is there more to life?" We say, YES! Free Tuesdays are just that, FREE, we do appreciate love donations.
If you are interested in learning about Chakras, Meditation, Intuition, Mediumship, How to Channel, or if you'd like to participate in our Energy Healing Share, Blessing Circle, or Intention Circle, then this is the place for you. We are dedicated to empowering and uplifting participants, clients and students.
We also are Reiki Master Teachers. Auriel Grace and Donna Damato are teaching Reiki I & II with some extra information to ensure you have the knowledge to begin practicing Reiki right away. Our classes meet for 3 consecutive days, like Mondays, and we give you lots of time to practice. You'll feel confident giving others Reiki treatments after attending our classes. For more information on our Reiki Class & the Schedule click HERE.
Make sure you RSVP. Our classes cancel if we don't have anyone signed up.
For more information about A Gang of Girls, visit our website HERE.
We are in the office Tues & Thurs 12-5 Have a reading, energy work, and more.
We take appointments for other days & times, by Skype, all you have to do is ask!
Readings and Energy Healing Sessions can be done by phone or Skype too! Its not always necessary to come to the office for your service. Distance readings or healings are just as powerful over the phone or Skype. Visit our services webpage: Elevated Delights for more info & pricing.
We have our Handcrafted, Energetically Enhanced products for sale in the office to. We have beautiful bracelets, pendulums, Fairy Inspired Sun Catcher Charms, Energy Shifting Room Hanging Charms, Paintings, Chakra Oil kits, and more! Visit Our product website HERE.
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Do you have a child (niece, nephew,etc.) that displays psychic characteristics? Do they talk about spending time with the angels, being in Fairy Land? or perhaps they've "got" add/adhd, autisim. We may be able to help lessen the traits or symptoms that go along with these labels.
We love to help teach the kids to take control & not be afraid. Sometimes all they need is to know that they are not crazy, they are normal with some extras! Please contact Auriel for a free consultation appointment, you do not need to bring your child with you. Auriel can be emailed through meet-up.
We do not advocate anyone to go off any medicines they are taking, or to discontinue any counseling they are receiving. We can be a compliment to your current treatment, and possibly assist you in getting well faster. Everyone is on a different path, and your path will be what we look at when you see us for any services.
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Also at the Healing Place:
About Jeremy:
Jeremy Cornish, LAc, uses Chinese Medicine, Qi Gong, and Ju Jutsu as vehicles to help others enhance their self knowledge and quality of life. He believes that by studying nature, we can better understand ourselves.
A graduate of Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, and a 2nd degree Black Belt in Danzan Ryu Ju Jutsu, Jeremy brings an insightful and unique approach to problem solving. He treats a wide variety of conditions, with an emphasis on complaints of pain or stress. http://www.onecirclewellness.com
About Joe:
Joe Dooley, M.A. received his Master of Arts degree in Clinical/Counseling Psychology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology. He combines life coaching for clarity, hypnosis, yoga philosophy and techniques (breathing/meditation, etc), and traditional counseling skills. As a result, he assists clients in reaching their goals by helping people access their authentic Self/heart, while also encouraging accountability and action steps for the changes people are capable of achieving.
Come meet local Polyamorists and other supporters of multipartner relationships and their families in a variety of social settings. Talk about open relationships, polyfidelity, raising children in an alternative family environment, honesty, respect and alternate forms of commitment. Kids are welcomed and often do attend events.
"Fox Valley" is the rather vaguely defined area along the Fox River. A map of the Fox Valley area can be found at
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/thumb/f/fa/Foxri... Membership to the Fox Valley Polyamory Meetup is not limited to people living in the area, but the majority of our events are scheduled in the area.
In order to keep the group on Meetup, we do have membership dues of $12 per profile each year. Visit About Us > "About the Membership Dues" to learn more. Please pay within one month of joining the group or after your first event. [UPDATE: no membership dues are being charged at this moment.]
As a clarification point, this is NOT a hook-up group. We are a network of friends and families who embrace alternative family living. You will be removed from the group if you make uninvited solicitations for sex.
At Inner Harmony Massage Therapy and Intuitive Services, we believe that everyone has the power to connect to their own intuition. Each one of us is connected to Source. You can experience this incredible alignment through energy readings, connecting with the spirits of loved ones and by participating in classes focused on developing your psychic skills, Mediumship, meditation, intuition training, Bodywork such as Craniosacral Therapy, and using other tools such as a pendulum, The I Ching, and Tarot cards and MORE!
Check the calendar for classes held at Kindred Spirits Intuitive Arts and Wellness
http://www.kindredspiritsevents.com/index.html
http://inner-harmony-massage.com
Psychic Development classes offered in American Sign Language!!!
The Berwyn Gaming Group represents a small portion of the roleplaying community in the greater Chicago area. We are players and DMs from all walks of life, representing decades of experience through at least four incarnations of the D&D system. Anyone with the desire to play or run a campaign is welcome!
Quick Questions and Answers
What does theThe Berwyn Gaming Group Meetup offer?
-We offer a safe, supervised environment to experience D&D (or any roleplaying system). The Meetup Organizer and Assistant Organizers provide a structure for the Meetup to smoothly operate and assistance when needed.
How do I get started?
-Players: A quick look at the Campaigns page would be the first step if you're looking to join an existing campaign. Once you find a campaign you like, contact the DM to request a seat at the session. He/she should contact you in return with the specifics of the campaign.
-DMs: If you intend on beginning a new campaign, contacting an Organizer for more information would be a good idea. We're always looking for talented DMs to create more roleplaying opportunities for The Berwyn Gaming Group!
What's a Meetup?
-If you check out our Calendar, a meetup is when the community comes together at the Berwyn Moose Lodge in Berwyn to enjoy some D&D. Meetups are held where you can get down to some serious recreation with other roleplaying enthusiasts. Meetups are usually scheduled on Saturdays and/or Sundays start between 2pm and 2:30pm and end by 8:00PM when the Lodge closes. Contact your DM regarding session length/rules.
What should I bring?
-Generally speaking you'll need at least paper and a pencil to participate in any campaign. Additional (and recommended) supplies include a set of your own dice, core rulebooks, character sheets, a miniature to represent your character, a snack, and money to get food during the session. We do ask that you purchase drinks from the Lodge. Check with your DM or ask an Organizer for more specific supplies or questions regarding what you can/should bring.
Wait! You didn't answer all my questions!
-If you have further questions regarding the Meetup you can either post a reply to this thread in the general forum or email an Organizer directly. We'll do our best to answer whatever questions you may have :)
Thanks for stopping by and seeing what we have to offer. We hope to see you soon...good gaming!Meet other local Fantasy Roleplayers, Gamers, Wargamers, LARP'ers and Boardgamers for adventures and fun!
Come to a Meetup to learn a new card game... battle Custer, Napoleon or the Klingons! How about traveling through time and space to explore fantastic worlds ... exploring forgotten dungeons and clash with dark monsters ... enthrall the masses with tales of valor, spin lore even commit heroic feats!
Come out and battle the Empire and save the princess ... Command Legions of armies across enemy territory and take over the world!
You can do all of this while playing some of the greatest RPG's, boardgames , card games, Fantasy and D20 Games of all time!
Berwyn Il Area ... Sat or Sun afternoon Game 2pm-? We have age ranges from 13-99+. Come on out and join us for some fun!
Folks, We have a nice place here and can easily accommodate 50+ gamers. We are always looking for new member to come and join us. You don't have to jump into our current adventure, bring your books, your dice, Your favorite card game, a boardgame to share and start you own memories!
Please, check out our calendar see what we have been up to ... stop by and take a look.
~Kevin
Check out our Calendar of events!!! http://www.meetup.com/Berwyn-Gaming-Group/calendar
LIVE CHAT too! Meet other Playful Smart Sexy SINGLES in the western suburbs that like going out and having fun meeting new people.
Join us for socials, coffee outings, live music events or Dining, Wining, Dancing, ROMANCING!
We know some people are shy at first so we also have ice breaker games at some of our larger events to get things off to a more comfortable start.
Have you tried eHarmony, match, or the multitudes of internet dating sites that have that "we'll rip you off in your search for love"? Are you frustrated by people wasting your time with shallow emails, endless texts, and still no connection?
Hop off your computer and get into Real Life! When you attend our events, you will be greeted by warm smiling faces, by the time the evening ends, it's usually hugs goodbye!
Glance through our photo albums and you can envision some of the fun that we've had... Now imagine your sunny little smile in the middle of all this too.
...maybe even find love!
Would you like to discover new places while expanding your social circle, and perhaps even meeting that "special someone" along the way?
Let me conclude by saying, WE ARE SOME OF THE FRIENDLIEST PEOPLE WHO ATTEND MEETUP EVENTS!!! Yes, you will feel included, yes you will be encouraged to join into the conversations... Yes, you will be introduced around....
Come Join NOW!
**NOTE: Don't forget to click on the link (in the SPONSOR box to the left--approximately 7" below the group's profile pic) to pay for your three dollar twenty cents application fee to help offset the $24/month charge by meetup .com for us to list events on this site. Click here to join: http://www.meetup.com/western-suburbs-singles-chicagoland/pages/PAY_HERE/
Please click the PAY BUTTON before you click to join; if you do it reversed, you can just return to the left-hand column and pay then.
(while only an introduction and face pic are required to join, it is strongly urged that you fill out the profile questions in order to make this group site work out for the members)
To Join you MUST:
be SINGLE; be ready to be involved in a meaningful relationship. Behave in a manner that doesn't impede anyone else having fun; being respectful and polite, both at events and on this site... and we'll all get along just grand!
RULES FOR POSTING COMMENTS/SHOUT OUTS on other members profiles:
ONLY GENERAL 'WELCOMES' permitted--not "hit me up"s... No posting of your contact information (phone numbers, email addresses, etc) You CAN add " email me if you would like" to the comment and if the other person is interested, they then can email you directly.
You are only permitted to initiate 3 Comments on other members profiles/day; NO EMAILS are to be sent without the other person having responded first in email to your initial "comment/shout out" If a person then requests that you stop emailing them, then you are to cease and desist IMMEDIATELY so as not to make them feel uncomfortable... (SUGGESTION: READ the person's PROFILE who you are contacting and include something you have in common with them on the shout out
:)
¡Hola bailarines!
Welcome to Sultry Salsa,
your best source of information for sizzling Latin dance lessons and information about the hottest Latin nightclubs in Chicago & the Chicago Suburbs.
Sultry Salsa!
¡Salsa es Vida!
We organize and promote Latin dancing events, primarily nightclub Salsa nights, throughout Chicago and the Midwest.
In addition, we conduct lessons in Salsa, Bachata and Cha Cha and other Latin dances in various locations, including dance studios and nightclubs, in and around the Chicago area and about the Midwest, all by Chicago's own Barón de Bachata, Jed Walker!
Our quest is to teach everybody to dance and to look good dancing. We teach both style and technique together, by melding the style of street dancing to the technique of ballroom dancing, to help leads and follows become dancers that can dance well with anybody, anywhere, anytime. A dancer that is enjoyable, exciting, fun to dance with and entertaining to watch.
We intend this site to be the one and only place you need in order to find the Latin dance lessons you seek in Chicago or the Chicago suburbs. In addition to finding out all you need to know about our various classes, you can use our site as a resource to find out about Sultry Salsa's venues and special dancing events, read reviews by the experts of what's going on in the Chicago Salsa scene as well as articles about different aspects of the Latin dance culture and even other dance cultures, join our mailing list and find useful links to other dance organizations and resources in your area and beyond.
We thank you for your interest in Sultry Salsa and look forward having you join in the fun!
Please visit our "About" pages to learn more regarding our group, activities and events. http://www.meetup.com/Sultry-Salsa-Dancers-West/about/
Aloha Kakou!
We meet with other local Ukulele players for the Love & Respect of playing the Ukulele! We play, share, exchange songs of the BEATLES, '60's, '70's, Old-time standards, Tin Pan Alley, HAWAIIAN, Elvis, Movie soundtracks/Showtunes, and more! Like WXRT 93.1 FM DJ Terri Hemmert says on her "Breakfast With the Beatles" radio show, "Bring Your Ukulele & Enthusiasm!" Open to everyone. All ages. Beginners-novices-pros. No egos. Fee: $5.
As of June 2011, we all play from the same songbook, "Daily Ukulele Songbook" by Liz and Jim Beloff. Our members here receive a 12% discount off the retail price ($34.99) from our store sponsor, WONDERWALL Music Shoppe & Emporium. If anyone wishes to bring a song to share at the group meetups, please make about 20 copies, all TYPED with chords & lyrics. No hand-written sheets please.
Led by GiGi Wong-Monaco, O'ahu native (Honolulu born & raised); Co-owner of Oak Park's WONDERWALL Music Shoppe & Emporium (official sponsor of the "Harrison On Harrison TM - George Harrison In Art & Music On Harrison Street" Event (www.harrisononharrison.com); Co-owner of SITAR Emporium (www.sitaremporium.com); co-founder of SANDALWOOD Sitar Music Ensemble; member Ke Ali'i Victoria Ka'iulani Hawaiian Civic Club and Kupa'a Pacific Hawaiian Resources.
Where & When We Meet. Every Thursdays, 7PM - 9 PM @ Eastgate Cafe', 102 Harrison Street, Oak Park IL.
Code of Ethics & House Rules: Please be respectful of our group, members and host venue. If you have announcements/flyers to share, please ask permission first before distributing them at any participating venue we may be playing at. Otherwise, you will be asked to leave the group and premises.
More info: www.sitaremporium.com/WWHarrisonStUkulelePlayers YouTube: www.youtube.com/HarrisonStUkulele Facebook: www.facebook.com/HarrisonStreetUkulelePlayers
The Author! Author! networking group brings together traditional and self-published authors to share ideas about marketing themselves and their books through promotions, public relations, publicity, advertising and other marketing techniques.
The group welcomes:
first-time authors of all genres as well as those who already have a few published books under their belts
marketing and PR professionals
those who are interested in the book publishing business and/or want to learn more about it.
The focus is on marketing and promotion, not "how to write."
Visit www.author-author.org for more information.
No charge to attend your first two meetings. Bring a guest!
We appreciate your confirmed RSVP (it's in your calendar and you plan to attend) and please, as a courtesy, update your attendance information should your plans change because of limited seating at the meeting location.
We DO invite others outside of meetup to attend, so don't assume the expected attendance is reflected on the RSVP count.
Meet nearby Party Game Players! This group is designed for adults (sort-of) who enjoy games like Pictionery, Scattergories, Password, and Charades. Very easy rules and a nice, intimate setting where we keep score but nobody loses. Typically, we stick to PARTY games and not card or board games. It's more constant action for everybody, and, I believe, lends itself to more goofiness! MAKE TIME FOR FUN!!
Looking for guys and gals 18 yrs old and above to enjoy some fun and exercise playing two-hand touch football. Everyone gets to quarterback, play offense and defense. We are courteous at all times, knowledge of football is not required. If you are looking for something to do and need some exercise come on out and have fun with us. We play at Nike Park in Naperville, on Sunday starting between 9:00-9:30 am and play for a couple hours. This way you can get home and see your football team play
Happiness is a state of mind or feeling characterized by contentment, satisfaction, pleasure, or joy. Happiness comes from deep within, and not from people, situations, or circumstances.
According to Researchers from Harvard Medical School and the University of California, San Diego:
"When an individual becomes happy, the network effect can be measured up to three degrees. One person's happiness triggers a chain reaction that benefits not only his friends, but his friends' friends, and his friends' friends' friends. The effect lasts for up to one year."
Since whatever we focus on grows, the aim of this group is to help members focus on happiness and to spread it at every opportunity.
If you are a happy person and want to socialize and network with other happy people, this is for you. If your goal is to become a happier person this group is for you. If you want to contaminate others with your happiness, this group is definitely for you. Visit http://iamhappyproject.org for more information; while you are there please follow us on twitter and like us on Facebook.
A fun group and a safe environment for our bullies to make friends and to give back to the breeds that have given so much to us! I hope for us to share knowledge and information about topics relating to bully breeds such as training, socialization, bully rescue, agility, animal assisted therapy and how to put an end to breed specific legislation. Please post ideas for future meet-up groups for the upcoming winter, share ideas and photos and ask questions! WELCOME!!!
***This is NOT a breeders forum. ***This group does NOT support the use of bullies for any sort of illegal training or fighting.
Hi, I wanted to start a movie matinee and dinner group in the Western Burbs open to people 45 and over. I enjoy going to the movies in the afternoon before it gets "crazy busy" and then on to a nice dinner and great conversation. There are so many good places to go and I'd love to have some of you join me. There are other things we can do too, depending on the group. I am divorced and a new "empty nester" but this group is not limited to singles. We may do some "singles only" activities later but, my main focus is to get out, go places and make new friends in the process. I've been inspired by my "Ladies Brunch Group" to start another Meet Up Group and I hope you will join me too!
The purpose of leading and participating in a Mastermind group is to gather like-minded people to help them learn how to focus on their goals by educating them on the information and material from the book "Think and Grow Rich" by Napoleon Hill.
This is a 10-week study that will change the course of your life!During the course of this free, dynamic, 10-week study, you will learn how to apply to your life the foundational principles of Napoleon Hill's number one selling book, "Think and Grow Rich!"
The Chicagoland Wellness Center is a community of experienced coaches, counselors, teachers, facilitators, and healers. We offer private sessions and group classes to help bring balance into the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual areas of your life. Our mission is to support you in achieving your personal and professional goals, to offer you practical tools for successful living, and to empower you to lead a more fulfilling life.
www.chicagolandwellness.com
I was looking to join a Moms group in hopes to spend (the little) time with my daughter while seeking support and relax socially with other women with kids. I kept running into daytime meetups and events, and specific descriptions of groups where I did not fit. The purpose of this group is to reach out to other everyday working moms with not-so-flexible schedules who need an outlet and do not have the luxury to call a babysitter when a break is much needed.
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THIS MEETUP IS NOW COMBINING WITH GLEN ELLYN CONSERVATIVES MEETUP
Same Monthly Lunch, same location. Go to: http://conservative.meetup.com/138/
Please register with GE Conservatives and join us for our next monthly lunch.
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We may not always be the majority but we'll always be the mainstream.
"It does not take a majority to prevail... but rather an irate, tireless minority, keen on setting brushfires of freedom in the minds of men." - Samuel Adams
Hello and welcome to Chicago Tea Lovers! We're a group that explores everything and anything relating to that wonderful alternative to coffee! Our MeetUps are in the city and the suburbs and range from checking out smaller tea shops and cafes to visiting tea chains.
We're always open to suggestions so feel free to look around. We hope to see you at a MeetUp soon!
Fatenah Issa, Organizer
Life Is A Journey, Do You Have A Compass?
Compass is a personal development company for women offering affordable, accessible coaching programs. Our mission is to make coaching available and affordable for anyone who wants one.
Compass inspires, empowers and connects people to themselves and to a personal development network through coaching programs and services along with the structured support of the Compass Coaching Network. Accountibility, Structured Support & Resources are just some of the benefits from coaching.
Do You Want to Show Up For Yourself? Is It Time To Put Yourself Back On Your Own List?
• Want to Have More Time For Yourself?
• Know You Could Be Taking Better Care of Yourself But Aren't Sure How?
• Ready to Have More Control of Your Time, More Fun and Less Stress?
• Let's support each other as we meet up using the Compass MAP!
LET's GET HEALTHIER and HAPPIER TOGETHER!
We are a large community of people, life coaches and resources dedicated to help you find direction and achieve the life you want. We specifically offer life balance, wellness, spirit, money, career and relationship resources online and on-demand to fit your busy lifestyle.
Events are hosted by local Certified Compass Coaches and Members of of the Compass Coaching Network and we invite you to join us to get inspired, empowered and connected!
Experience what Compass has to offer by attending a Discover Your Compass live or virtual workshop. You'll gain insight into what gets in your way & what you can do to improve your life immediately.
Join us for an upcoming event to experience the power of coaching. Select the date & location that work best for you! Or contact any of the Certified Compass Coaches & Representatives on this meetup to learn more.
AS A COURTESY, we appreciate your confirmed RSVP (all details in your calendar AND you plan to attend) and please, update your attendance information should your plans change.
We DO invite others outside of meetup to attend, so don't assume the expected attendance is accurately reflected on the RSVP count.
We look forward to your energy and participation!
www.CompassMeetup.com
Do you Euchre?! Or do you play Pinochle??!! -- - if you love to play or just want to learn, we are hoping you will join us. We will be playing both Euchre and Pinochle including anyone intersted in double deck pinochle at our next meet up! We are planning to expand to include Spades and other card games that are of interest to the group! note-- new location starting August 17, 2010-- Panera Bread in Wheaton Illinois (Naperville Road and Butterfield)
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THIS MEETUP IS NOW COMBINING WITH GLEN ELLYN CONSERVATIVES MEETUP
Same Monthly Lunch, same location. Go to: http://conservative.meetup.com/138/
Please register with GE Conservatives and join us for our next monthly lunch.
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A monthly get-together for http://townhall.com/ fans. Meet other local Conservatives, Classical Liberals, Libertarians and Republicans to discuss politics, government and current events.
To connect and help homebased businesses market, network and share referrals. To share business ideas on how to market your homebased business successfully. We love to be a support and get you leads.
A group where 30-40 something year-olds can come together to socialize, net-work, and make new friends. We will meet-up once a month for different activities and all suggestions are welcome!!!
Meet others in the Chicago area interested in hunting and/or shooting. Share hunting and shooting tips, great hunting locations and local ranges. Discuss training classes, new equipment and gear, seasons, tradeshows and updates on the current laws.
The Twisted Easel is led by a duo of creative gals in the Oak Park/River Forest area who enjoy art, wine, and socializing. We gather once a month at House Red in Forest Park to instruct a painting, have a few glasses of wine, and meet new people. There is NO experience necessary...we will instruct you at each step of the way and a little liquid courage will help you along the way as well. There is no membership fee for this group. We charge $35pp for the class, which includes your easel, canvas, paint, brushes, and the instruction. Classes last between 2 and 3 hours and we are also available for private parties. The next class is Wednesday July 13th from 7-9pm. Please see our website www.thetwistedeasel.com or www.house-red.com for more information.
Come join us for a fun night of gaming. Weather you are a veteran gamer or new to the hobby you are always welcome. If you own games you would like to play bring them along, we would be glad to give them a try. If you have no games that's ok, several of us bring games ranging from the silly like Flux and Poo, to the time tested Carcassonne and Settlers of Catan, to the more meaty games like Power Grid and Puerto Rico.
Never heard of the games just mentioned, that's ok to. We play many main-stream games from Hearts to Chess. However, we are passionate about our hobby and love to teach new games; if you will allow us, we would love to introduce you to a whole world of games that are fun, challenging and rewarding.
Our game space may seem a bit unconventional but we have found none better. It is well lit, semi-private and quite. The tables are perfect for board gaming. The store is open 24 hours so if your up for it, you can game as late as you would like (some of us are night owls). You are under no obligation to buy anything, although bottomless fountain drinks are only a dollar and you have more reasonably priced food choices then you can shake a stick at. If you are looking for restaurant fair many members go out together after gaming for a late night snack - you of course are always welcome.
So come and relax, put the days worries behind you and lose your self in a challenging and fun evening with friends around a board gaming table.
Who are we?
Bibs to Backpacks consists of a diverse group of moms, who wish to enjoy activities with their kids while creating lasting friendships for themselves! We are easy going moms looking to have fun, learn from each other, and respect differing parenting styles. The majority of our most active members stay at home with children preschool age or younger, but we have working moms and moms of school age children as well. It doesn't matter where you live, but the majority of our meetups take place in Orland Park/Homer Glen/Lockport area. All moms are welcome, as long as you commit to being active in our group!
What do we do?
Our calendar consists of park playdates, mom's nights out (MNO), playdates at members' homes, lunches, breakfasts, stroller walks, mall play area, museums, the zoo, among many other fun activities. We have activities almost daily at a variety of times and locations. The majority of our meetups are in the mornings, since that has proven to be the most popular time with our members. We have several afternoon events each month. Occassionally we have weekend meetups. Evening meetups are usually for moms only, but we occasionally have playdates in the evenings.
**New members are only accepted once per month.**
We understand when you find a moms group you want to jump right in and start making friends, so we apologize for any inconvenience. Due to the size of our group and the number of members who join each month, we've decided to only accept members once per month.
In the interest of the safety and comfort of our members and our children, we require all prospective members to attend a Meet & Greet (M&G) with the organizers in a public place prior to your membership approval. Meet & Greets are not interviews! We are a very welcoming group. The M&G will give you chance to meet the organizers, as... well as other new members, so you will have some familiar faces to watch for at meetups. We will go over some important info regarding how our group runs to help you fit right in. M&G are designed to be a MNO (moms' night out), but infants are always welcome at our MNOs. Our M&G is held on the first Tuesday or Wednesday of each month at 7:30pm in Orland Park or Frankfort (see dates below). You will receive an email one week prior with the location. At that time you will be asked to rsvp. Please note the rsvp deadline is the Saturday prior to the M&G (we cancel if no one has replied, so please don't forget). Please watch for this email (check your spam folder, just in case)! If you don't rsvp (yes or no), your application will be deleted.You may apply at any time by clicking the green Join Us button on our homepage. All profile questions need to be completed, and you need to upload a photo of yourself (with or without kids).If you do not plan on being active, then please do not join. This is for the safety of all our active members and their kids. Scheduled M&Gs Wednesday, May 4, 7:30pm, Location: TBATuesday, June 7, 7:30pm, Location: TBAWednesday, July 6, 7:30pm, Location: TBATuesday, August 2, 7:30pm, Location: TBAWednesday, September 7, 7:30pm, Location: TBATuesday, October 4, 7:30pm, Location: TBAWednesday, November 2, 7:30pm, Location: TBAMembership is closed for the month of December. We understand evenings can be difficult for some moms; however, meeting without kids really works best because we cover a lot of information. We ask that you try to find a way to make this one time mandatory meeting. Convince Daddy he'll be fine for one evening. :-) We alternate between Tuesdays and Wednesdays each month to accommodate moms who may have a prior commitment on certain days. That being said we understand there may be a reason (like you work in the evenings or have no sitter) that our scheduled time may be impossible for you. If that is the case, please email us when you receive the M&G invitation and give us dates and times during the first week of the month that work for you.
~~ Please read our About page before applying for membership. ~~
*****Do NOT email the organizer regarding products or services. I will not pass them along to my members. All spam will be reported to Meet-up.*****
We have started this group to encourage people to get out and dance! If you have participated in Flash Mobs or would like to participate in a upcoming Flash Mob, just join our group and we will keep you informed of every practice and location for 2012!
Meet other Wargamers who are interested in historical gaming. We have a small wargaming group located in North Riverside (1 mile North of Brookfield Zoo) with a focus on historical miniatures. Our miniatures include WWII (skirmish, armor, air, and naval), Civil War (land and naval), American Revolution, Napoleonic, Crimean War, Franco Prussian War, French Foreign Legion, WWI (air and naval), Ancients, Medieval, and Renaissance. We are also both interested and open to other periods. We believe that the gaming environment should be relaxed and friendly. The focus of gaming is enjoyment of the game and winning is of secondary importance. Our games are currently held at 10 AM on the 1st Saturday and 7Pm on the 3rd Friday of each month. We play in a finished basement with 2 large comfortable gaming rooms. The Chicago Regional Alliance of gamers meets one Saturday each month for a wide variety of boardgames. Our members range in age from 17 to over 70. All ages and experience levels are welcome.
Are you yearning to scrapbook but just can't find the time? Do your kids, family and work responsibilities dominate your life and time? Me too! While this is all good, we need to carve out some quality time for ourselves!
I have been an avid scrapbooker for over 15+ years! I am very interested in meeting local scrapbookers and getting together for Scrapbooking Marathons! I just love quality "uninterrupted" time working on my scrapbooks since their just doesn't seem to be enough time in our busy lives!
SO.....we came up with the idea to host Weekend Scrapbook Retreats in Aurora, IL & St. Charles, IL. We have a lot of fun and we have had over 250 scrappers attend one or more of our Weekend Scrapbook Retreats! We have lots of giveaways, Welcome gifts, contest and raffles! I also own and on-line scrapbook store, The Scrap Cabana so we will have lots of great Scrapbooking Products on-site to choose from.
Check out our site, The Scrap Cabana.com We are also open to the public so if you can't crop, stop by to shop!
If you would be interested in attending and meeting local scrapbookers, please let me know! We have 2 remaining retreats in 2011 & 9 scheduled for 2012. If anyone out there is interested in meeting new "scrappin" friends, join us on our next retreat!
Check out our Facebook Page and our Weekend Scrapbook Retreat's Pages. Hope to scrap with you soon! Until then.......Happy Scrappin'
NO MONTHLY DUES, NO DRAMA – WE JUST LOVE TO RIDE!
We are a community of sport & supersport motorcycle riders who gather together for Motorcycle Events as well as Weekend & Monthly group rides. Whether you ride a Japanese rocket, European-exotic, 2-stroke track machine, street fighter, long-distance tourer, or an American cafe-racer, there is a place for you here.
We ride!! Whether you're up for a cruise across town, a day at the track, or a weekend carving up the twisties – we'd love for you to ride with us. This group is for all -- experienced and new-riders alike. Keep an eye on our Calendar and our Discussion boards. If you're a Road & Track enthusiast, this group is perfect for you!
-membership is open to anyone riding a Sport, Super-Sport, or Sport-Touring style motorcycle-
We pride ourselves on practicing safe riding habits every time we ride and thoroughly discourage "stunt" riding.
Those of us who race prefer to do it on the track, not on the streets.
How do you feel about growing your business? Love cold calling? Love endless meetings that amount to nothing? Why not join like-minded businesses, enjoy a great meal, participate in a mastermind session that let's everyone know the depth of your knowledge, culminate new relationships and do business when you leave? All of this in one afternoon with no membership fee. All the best with none of what you don't like, come out and see for yourself. We would be honored to welcome you.
Weekly gatherings in a friendly, creative environment. Meet other local beadwork artists to discuss techniques, products, and designs! Not just beads, any crafter is welcome. On-demand demos for product and technique, monthly bead swaps, previews, special events and sales specifically for the Divas. No fees, just pay for what materials you use.
When: Every Thursday, 6-9 pm
Where: Briolette Beads & More
7322 Madison St.
Forest Park, IL. 60130
(708) 366-8318
Organize gamers in the far south / southwest suburbs of Chicago for local gaming.
Get gamers together with other gamers to start and find groups for Dungeons & Dragons, Shadowrun, board games or any other RPG type games people want to play.
Supporting Gamers in the South and South West suburbs (But all are welcome)
NEW: Age requirement- Please be 21+ as we do this as a social activity which often involves some drinking, or we play at pubs etc.
We occasionally hold one-shot adventures and social gatherings. We also have a group of us playing World of Warcraft together. Stop by and check us out!
This group was created by a mom who left city life behind to tackle new adventures in suburbia. And what a blessing! HAMs has been a great resource for our beautiful children, and for ourselves as young mothers, connecting with ladies in similar life settings. We love venturing out to parks, pools, splash pads, the zoo, children's museum, rec centers, etc. as well as gathering for mom time to socialize without distraction. If you are looking for fun ways to entertain your little one and share life experiences with other moms at the same time then this group is for you!
As much as we agree it is important for nannies and stay at home dads to connect with others, this group is dedicated to mothers and their little ones.
The purpose of this group is for people to meet people and just have fun!
I started this group because I noticed that there are not many Single Meetup Groups in the Southwest Burbs of Chicago
Come Join The Spiritual Forum! It's your chance to make real and positive change! Turn yourself into an extraordinary expression of Love! Move the Mountains and obstacles you always wanted out of your way! Don't you want to change the world?? Well, start here and Now! The Spiritual Forum is a chance to meet with a loving Teacher who's goal it is to SHARE BLISS, UNDERSTANDING, AND UNITY!!! Experience the very miracle of an enlightened life! Why live in darkness, pain, and fear?? Step into the Light!!!
The Great Spiritual Masters have all lived a life of complete Divinity, do you dare to? The rewards are endless, only, you have to do one thing, reach out for it, take a step!
The Spiritual Forum offers help to achieve that life! If you would like to experience a beautiful less stressful life, be more carefree, better understand others and yourself, improve your relationships, improve the quality of your career life and really ENJOY living, then this is for you!
Your whole world can be a Blessing!!!
Meet other local people who are interested in an exchange of ideas and information regarding the study of dreams. This could be regular dreams, recurring dreams, lucid dreams, nightmares, childrens dreams, or any other dream experience.
Mothers & More is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of mothers through support, education and advocacy. We address mothers' needs as individuals and members of society, and promote the value of all the work mothers do.
**Please be sure to review our group's rules and guidelines before you join. They're important and, we feel, worth the read. For the details, click on "Pages" and then "Rules and Guidelines" just below under "Table of Contents".**
Meet a new network of local entrepreneurs to share tips and problem solving techniques, get advice on starting a home based business you can market on the internet. Share marketing techniques and watch your home based business grow! In our current economic climate many of us are looking for ways to replace or supplement our income and to create our own businesses instead of relying on a job.
We will also discuss how to effectively use "attraction marketing . People are attracted to people not companies.
Attraction Marketing is about being yourself and giving before receiving. Others will naturally be attracted to you because of what you can offer them.
We will meet the first and third Thursday of every month.
Explore alternative medicine and healing modalities in the Plainfield and Joliet area. We have Reiki Classes, Reiki Shares, and a number of healing modalities that support you each step of your healing journey. We also delve into Group and Individual Hypnosis for weight management, smoking cessation and Past Life regressions and Life Between Lives.
Workshop 88 is a hackerspace (also know as a makerspace) located in Chicago's western suburbs. Focused on science, technology, mechanics, culture and the digital arts we offer a space were people with diverse backgrounds can socialize, collaborate and learn. Through shared resources, knowledge and ideas we strive to create a space that promotes community and learning.
Workshop 88 is located in 481 N Main St. Rear Building Unit B, in downtown Glen Ellyn, IL. If you are interested in learning more about Workshop 88 feel free to stop by for one of our regular public meetings or events. You can also contact info@workshop88.com for more information or to schedule a visit.
The meetup was created to offer support and encouragement to a diverse group of people who are redesigning, reinventing, rediscovering or recareering their lives. The supporters share their wisdom, knowledge, and guidance during the process of creating new beginnings. The loss experienced could be any type of separation from friends, family, finances, and faith. Career changes such as Reduction in Force, Termination, Resignation, or Relocation. Relational changes such as divorce, separation, or death. Spiritual changes or challenges that have you rethinking or refreshing your faith walk.
The goal is to share our strengths as we help each other construct a more joyful, prosperous, and exciting pathways that will make the second half of our lives much greater than the first.
If you "get it", this is your group. You are fully aware that everything in the Universe is connected. You've read the books, you've watched the movies, you've done the work, now what? The path of enlightenment is never-ending, and through this meetup, you will learn about events that will help you continue the process, and meet like-minded folks while you're at it!
While many of the activities will be "doing the work", others will be more social in nature, spending time with folks who have perhaps progressed a little further on the path than "mainstream" folks and have things in common with one another.
Regarding the Metamorphosis Workshops, they are psychic in nature, though I do not prefer to use that verbiage. We are definitely tapped in, and this workshop is a powerful manifestation of that. Should you choose to join us, be prepared! :)
On a side note, I personally feel that inter-connectedness includes our home, Earth, and so I will also be posting events relating to sustainability when I run across them.
We are one, after all, you and I. Together we suffer, together exist, and forever will recreate each other. ~~Pierre Teilhard de Chardin
About your organizer: Kaaren's Guides have gently led her into shamanism; though untrained by man, she is able to utilize the tools of a shaman via Their influence. A council of Beings work through and with her to effect healing in those they work on, collecting the lost pieces of the client's soul/energy. Using her hands, movement, crystals, drums, light, music, etc. she is guided to cause empowering shifts. In the process, she is shown visions of the client's life (experiences, family & friends, places, things) which are shared with the client for their knowledge & growth. The humility and joy she feels in being able to provide this service are indescribable, and it is now her life's work to help as many as possible. She looks forward to working with you, either in a group healing circle, or on an individual basis. See www.KosmicMatrix.com for more info; feel free to contact her via this meetup.
Meet other local Scrapbookers for conversation, inspiration and fun! Come to a Scrapbooking/Cardmaking Meetup to swap techniques for preserving your treasured moments, share keepsakes, trade tips on page layouts and embossing! Even discover new ways to scrap!
My name is Mary Lou and I have been an avid scrapper since 2001. I teach classes at scrapbook retreats and crops.
We'll contine to have have monthly crops on the 2nd Saturday of the month (at Archivers in Orland Park).
START TIME 10am
END TIME 4pm (when croproom closes)
(These are unstructured crops. Come when you can, leave when you need to. Workroom closes at 4pm. Call Archivers and pay $5 in advance if you want to stay for their Crop - which is 5pm to 11pm, food is not included)
So get out of the house for a few hours, get your photos out of those boxes and envelopes and come join us for food, fun and scrapping/stamping.
Share resources, ideas, experiences and make friends.
Meetings - Mini Frag Swaps - Freebies - Discounts!!.
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Mothers & Company is a group of moms who offer support, friendship and personal growth between members. We provide interactive playgroups and events, giving mothers and children and a wide variety of opportunities to socialize.
Hello Everyone,
As an certified ACE Group Fitness Instructor & Independent Beachbody coach I am excited to share information about my quest to help those who seek options on how to lead a healthy lifestyle. It is also an honor to participate in the fight of the obesity problem affecting so many today with a company that really cares about changing lives. Join us and preview a FREE BEACHBODY workout makers of P90X, Insanity and now Shakeology. Details on my site at http://www.FitLizChicago.com under "Let's Do More"
* Ask me about the Fund raising options for 501C3 approved organizations
"Fitness is my passion. Helping others is my purpose"
Contact me if you have any questions email ; Lizette@Beachbodycoach.com
Best of health, see you there, Liz
This group is a learning and networking Meetup for professionals who live or work in the West Suburbs. I'm launching the group to see where interest lies. Topics may include Social Media Marketing, Web 2.0, small business, corporate and brand marketing challenges, solutions and technologies. We'll mix up coffee/daytime meetings with after work times to see what works best.
If you're a homeschooling parent living in the Fox Valley area who is looking for fellow homeschoolers to connect with then this is the group for you!
We have families with all ages 2-teen. Most of our meet-ups are random days and times. Usually we have 2 learning field trips per month, weekly crafts for ages 2-12, as well as other park meet-ups. We also have meet-ups at other fun centers, and waterparks as well. You will usually see 3-5 meet-ups posted per week. We are hosting regular monthly Potlucks that our our MAIN EVENT! We are also doing seasonal learning workshops for parents that are interested in idea exchanging of resources.
Most of our Meet-ups are in the Oswego, Naperville, Aurora, Yorkville, Montgomery and Plainfield areas however, anyone from neighboring towns are welcome. Many of our field trips also are in nearby areas.
We are looking for active participants to get involved with events, host, or suggest event ideas. We are a group that welcomes all philosophies on homeschooling. If this sounds like something you are interested in please click the "join us" button on our page and fill out your profile information. You will have a grace period of 60 days (2 months) to try us out before you are asked to pay annual membership dues of $10 per family or prorated $1 per month. This money is to help pay for website dues, the rest (if any) will pay for events and crafts.
Hope to hear from you soon!
Restarting your life after the loss of a spouse can be difficult and intimidating. The goal of this group is to form friendships, give and receive support, and enjoy different social activities. I'm certain that we all have interests to share, and activities that we would like to do with other people. Here is an opportunity to make new friends and being to enjoy more of our life. Since we all have something unique to bring to the group, all ages are welcome.
We are learning to live without the comforts and conveniences that we now enjoy. Prepare to survive if a natural disaster, terrorist attack, economic collapse, or other catastrophe causes us to lose our modern conveniences.
Networking.......
Is about forming and nurturing mutually beneficial relationships, which brings you new connections with large numbers of people, some of whom will become good customers.
Networking.......
also puts you in touch with other resources such as industry experts, accountants, and lawyers, who can help your business in needed ways.
Nothing beats the power of a face-to-face meeting and handshake to build lasting camaraderie and good-fellowship!
Are you ready...to meet people who are growing and protecting their businesses, sharing ideas, and getting things done?
Friendship is the fuel that drives the small business engine!
Nothing beats the power of a face-to-face meeting to build real, lasting business relationships.
Everyone will get the opportunity to showcase their business and share their business cards, flyer's, and promotional materials with each other.
This event is about helping each other through referrals.
Looking to increase profits and get more customers and hate
"cold calling"? ........ then this is a way to go.
The actual size of this pride is highly variable and depends on factors such as availability, environmental conditions, success, etc.
I will continue to grow these events to make them even more valuable for the small business persons in our area.
Let's hear about you and your business.
Let's do some networking!
Traders of the Woodie's CCI meeting to improve their knowledge of the CCI patterns. For more information about Woodie's CCI, see the website at http://www.woodiescciclub.com
We wish to attract those who want to learn more about Law of Attraction as well as those who have some experieces to share. We wish to make anyone seeking more information feel welcome. Please come with an open mind and open heart.
Namaste!
