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We are a group of insanely fun friends that meet regularly at different places around the burbs. We invite all our single friends to invite their single friends to come and hang out with us and meet our friends and make new friends. It is through friends that almost all our friends have found interesting and fun people to date. You ma…

Meet nearby Boardgame Players! All players aged 1 to 100 are invited!

Playing boardgames.

We offer activity based events in a non-threatening, friendly atmosphere. Fed up with internet dating. We believe it takes longer than 2 minutes or a postage-sized picture viewed for a few seconds to know if you're attracted to someone. Just come out and have some fun for a change-plus, it's easier to meet someone when you're not stressing out.

Please join a Taste of Judaism meetup if you would like to experience Judaism in a variety of different and fun ways. Shabbat and Havdallah services, movies, food, debates, discussions and more is in store. Please come to meet new people in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere and get a 'taste of Judaism! All are welcome. There will be a fee for som…

Used to be an Adventist? Wonder what an Adventist is? Looking for friends with an Adventist background? Single and trying to meet other people with a similar view of life ? Not involved in an Adventist church but would really like a few friends who understand where you are coming from? who know what Pathfinders is? Well me too. So I thought I wou…

This MeetUp is geared toward providing a touch point for Chicago area Blues lovers. If you are a musician trying to meet others to jam and/or gig with; or just want be informed about Blues Performances & Events around town, you more than likely have a passion for the Blues. By creating events and supporting local artists' appearances around town,…

Whether our singleness is for a season or for a lifetime, God has a purpose in it! We are the Community Christian Church Singles Community. A vibrant, diverse group of men, women, boomers, generation X-ers, single parents, and divorced singles. In fact, we are the mainstream of the American population -- representing almost 50% of all adults.…

Do you love to play Euchre and live in/near the city? Join us. We try to play at a different Chicago pub/restaurant and we play for fun (with a little competitive streak). You will meet new people, visit different places in Chicago, and improve your game. Open to players who have some familiarity with the game.

Hello! I am the author of a book on things to do in Chicago called Get A Life! In the City:Chicago. It's a comprehensive guide on things to do in the Chicagoland area. Activities around language and Cuisine top my list of things to do in Chicago. To promote all that Chicago has to offer, I will periodically create events based on the book for peop…

Headquarters of the Chicago Sharks. Come join us!

Meet other singles near you! Come join the Chicago Suburban Singles, a social group for single professionals from the city or suburbs. Join us in our Social Hours & dining, dancing, film, sports, wine tastings & other types of fun events.

Just trying to get some regular card playing scheduled. Whether you are a tournament card player, never played spades and need to learn the rules, or just want a brief refresher - join us for a meetup event! The plan is to make the main focus Spades and try to get in some monthly games scheduled in Chicago. Check out the "about us" section for…

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).

This is a group to get together to enjoy outdoor sports activities such as cycling, skiing, running, volleyball, golf, tennis etc.

Meet others who understand what loosing someone is like. We already met once and everyone was able to offer advice to each other on healing. The next meeting is planned for January, 2008. ==================== Here are some responses the group came up with to answer people making rude comments: Q: You're lucky she/he went fast. A: I'm not luck…

Crokinole is a tabletop billiards game in which, players take turns flicking discs across the circular playing surface, trying to have their discs land in the higher-scoring regions of the board, while also attempting to knock away opposing discs. Games are fast paced and fun! Take a look at these links if I've piqued your interest: http://w…

Meet fellow travel enthusiasts near you! Come to a Travel Meetup to relive adventures, share photos from around the world and get first-hand recommendations on new exotic destinations. Find fun, laughs -- and maybe even a new travel buddy!

CASUAL HIKERS- come and join us. We go for slow paced hikes while we laugh and actually enjoy the scenery. On our hikes- no kids and no dogs. Sorry.

Let's give this a whirl, hoping to find some other "Suburbanites" who want to experience some different foods social interaction. My hope is that we can develop a fun group of people who can enjoy a variety of tastes and some banter. Always open to suggestions from everyone.

Euchre fanatics have a new home for their favorite game! Monthly Euchre Night In Arlington Heights IL Experienced players will make up this group and then new players can attend, watch and learn! Relaxed atmosphere will begin in Bobby Q's Restaurant in Arlington Heights IL.There are televisions and music as well as great drink specials and…

From our kickoff meeting: The Evanston/Skokie Outdoor Life Adventurer's Club will aim to have 1-2 social outings per month, and 1-2 activities per month, and one planning discussion. We are going to focus our activities around the following: hiking, canoing, kayaking, wall-climbing (gym), rock-climbing, mountain-biking. We have been considering…

Don't let another year go by without lots of kayaking fun! Meet other local Paddlers to talk about kayaks, gear, local rivers and creeks, & our many adventures, both past & future. Kayakers of all levels are welcome, with or without a kayak! You'll meet Jon, Vic, Tom, Brian, Ginny, Chad, Rich, Bob and others who are even more cool than they…

Tired of the same old same old? Not into "roughing it" or being disappointed with your vacation choices? Well, time to let the experienced travellers help you! This meetup is run by a travel agent & her well travelled sidekick that have "been there done that". In addition to sharing fresh knowledge, guest speakers from various upscale hotels &…

From dives to fine dining. Eat a little, drink a little and talk a little more. You don't have to be orthodox to religiously enjoy food. Share the culinary experience, stories and friendships. Please remember no place is perfect. Only members and their guests (who first name is given by the member in the comment box) will be seated. T…

Meet other singles near you! Come to a Single Meetup to learn how to be on your own again and to make new connections. Share your insights and friendship -- and have fun, too!

Family oriented gatherings. In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.

Meet and make platonic friendships with other married or dating couples in the Chicagoland area! This is a place for those looking to have fun at social events like dinners, movies, theatre, museums, and more. NOT a swingers group. Look elsewhere for those activities.

Meet fellow travel enthusiasts near you! Come to a monthly Midwest Adventure Travelers Club meeting to relive adventures, share photos from around the world and get first-hand recommendations on new exotic destinations. Find fun, laughs -- and maybe even a new travel buddy!

Meet other animal lovers who would like to be involved in dog rescue, transport, foster, welfare, fundraising and responsible ownership.

Meet other local Movie Fans! Get together once a week or twice a month or every month to plan movie outings and discuss the hot movies of the month. I am an avid movie buff and like catching movies at the theater. Meet with movie fans to watch movies and share with your thoughts on the movie just watched or about other movies you've seen. If…

This group was created for the recreational & intermediate players who want to have fun, be social, improve their skills and work on their technique in a friendly environment. YOU DON'T HAVE TO BE AMAZING at volleyball to join this group. Just be ready to go after the ball and try your best! No one cares if you miss a shot and we will be glad to gi…

Hi everyone, I have been running on and off for the last two years and had been working with a personal trainer. I have found that running is much more enjoyable when it's done with others. Yet it is difficult to find a partner at your own level that you click with. It seems there are a lot that feel the same way so I started this group.…

You will meet other Salsa dancers for friendship, lessons and dancing. You will receive free or discounted special guest list privileges, free concert tickets, current information regarding the Salsa scene in Chicago and throughout the Midwest. Want to know more? Check this out; http://salsa.meetup.com/66/about/ Also, be sure to check ou…

Meet other dancers for friendship, dancing, lessons and adventure. Although we are primarily Salsa dancers, have a variety of dance events including swing, hustle and other ballroom dances, singles events and dance related travel. Want to know more? Check this out; http://dance.meetup.com/218/about/ Also, be sure to check out our sister…

Meetup to participate in "coffee talk". Brought to you by the Specialty Coffee Association of America. Coffee roasted fresh on premises. Interested? Come talk coffee, share and learn. GET ROASTED

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Meet other local Scrabble fans to talk strategy and play games--and meet very fun and bright folks!

Meet other singles near you!

Meet other local Axis and Allies players. Discuss and play this WWII based strategy boardgame!

Meet other local Red Sox fans.

Get together to watch the Cubs! Monthly meetup at a bar to watch Cubs. Additional expeditions to Wrigely as tickets and funds permit.

Greetings classical music lovers! Whether you've been listening for years and have a passion for Schoenberg, or you're a recent convert and just want to know more about the 3 B's (Bach, Beethoven, Brahms), you are welcome. This group is intended to help you connect with other classical music fans, share your enthusiasm, and attend concerts and rela…

Welcome home fellow Chocago Conservative! The purpose of this group is to organize other like-minded Chicago Conservatives in an effort to help build grass roots support for conservative candidates running for local, state and national office. We will be holding monthly meetings to gather info and network. There's alot of work to be done!…

Alley Cat Allies has targeted Chicago, IL for increased Trap-Neuter-Return and feral cat awareness. Through public education, awareness campaigns, community organizing and partnerships with leading animal welfare agencies and shelters, ACA hopes to bring the issue of feral cats and Trap-Neuter-Return to the forefront of public awareness. Feral C…

We are a group of traders from across the country that are impassioned about trading the Futures and Forex market. All topics related to the health of a well-rounded trader are covered. Technical Analysis, Fundamentals and Psychology are all topics that are discussed on our message boards and in our Meetups. If you are expert or novice in a…

Our group connects caring people to good causes and worthy projects. Feel like making a difference in our city? It's as simple as a nice gesture or donating your time to a group, person, organization in need. Let's find simple ways to make a difference in helping other people in our community.

Meet other local Harley-Davidson riding enthusiasts. Meet, plan rides, network and talk about your Harleys!

Join this group if you are interested in getting out to see some unique films, and meet people with similar interests.

IBD purist group geared toward the serious investor or student. Live charting, WLAN, market update and health, group discussion of current movers and trends. Guest speakers. Open forums. Meetings run from 5 PM to 9 PM. Food provided.

Get together with beginning and experienced investors near you with IBD Meetup. All investors are welcome. You do NOT need to be an IBD subscriber to join and membership is free! IBD Meetups are officially brought to you by Investor's Business Daily.

Are you interested in exploring the great cultural events that are available in Chicago and the surrounding area? Have you missed one too many exhibits because you were trying to find someone to attend with and share the experience. Let's seek out the interesting and unique exhibits at the major museums and also explore some of the museu…

Most of our pool events will be social fun events and offer FREE pool whenever possible and give members a chance to hang out and meet other players. And give you a chance to experience different pool places in and around Chicago! Check out the 3 new polls and place your vote as I think this will help us plan future events. I cancelled t…

Discussion and interchange regarding real esate investing in the Chicago area. Whether you have yet to purchase your first property or a seasoned investor join us.

We are a loose-knit group of fun and interesting people with many overlapping interests. We all love sci-fi, fantasy, and talking a lot! We meet regularly, once or twice a month, and have regular outings to (mostly) Sci-Fi movies, and other interesting events. We often share or trade books, have lively discussions on our main forum, and get toge…

Meet other local Tennis Players. Gather and discuss the sport and perhaps find a tennis partner!

Exchange ideas about places to go, how to get there. Meet potential travel companions, other travelbugs. See where they've been. Provide input for future programs, meeting location, etc. Just have fun!

Aug 10th Tennis Meetup was Great!! in the 70's Next meetup is "Beach Tennis" Sunday Sept 14th,3-5:00pm ... Click "Photos" for latest pics :-) **Sign up below or visit "Beach Tennis" at http://tennis.meetup.com/443/ Come play, meet new players..summer is going quick.. all levels play. I've recieved lots of questions on B…

To meet other Ducati owners and get a riding group together. I've seen so many new people interested in Ducati groups I had to go start one.

Meet other local movie fans! Get together for movie outings and to discuss the hot movies of the month. Events are held in Chicago, Schaumburg, Evanston, and other locations in the Chicago area.

Meet with other local Motorcyle Riders! All bikes welcome. STAR Chapter 394 is a chartered member of STAR Touring and Riding Association an international family riding organization. As the, "Official Riding Organization of Star Motorcycles". STAR is a non-political, non-confrontational association. Its' main focus is on family, fun, camaraderie…

We meet on the second Tuesday of each month at Cafe Mozart, 600 Davis St., downtown Evanston (near the Davis Street Metra and El stops). We are registered BookCrossers who bring books to give away, but you don't need to bring books with you. Join us!

Every Thursday night, The Northwestern University Hillel Israeli Folk Dance group meets at Parkes Hall, 1870 Sheridan Road, in Evanston, IL. Teaching for beginners is at 7:30PM. General teaching at 8:15. Requests from 9-11:30PM. Cost is $6 and admission is open to all. No partners required. Predominant age range is form 20-50s but we get 'em…

Meet fellow Social Networkers near you! Come to a local Social Networking Meetup to make valuable social connections and cultivate relationships with other elbow-rubbers in your area.

Meet other fabulous people who like to have fun! Come out and enjoy a wide range of activities - from bowling to dining to white water rafting - and meet great, fun, and active friends of all ages!

Meet other local conservatives to discuss politics, government and current events.

Meet others who are committed to an alcohol free lifestyle. Gather to participate in social activities such as dining out, beach walks, day trips, golf, card game and boardgame parties, and more! Make friends with people who know you don't need to drink to have a good time.

Shake off the winter blues and start making money! If you ever wanted to invest in real estate this group is for you. Your leader is Mark Elkins from the Profit on the House Radio Show! (www.profitonthehouse.com) He will be teaching a real estate topic based on the requests of the attendees. There is no fee for this meetup, why not come and meet…

Meet other local Movie Fans and plan movie outings! This is a good way to meet new people in Milwaukee and discuss your favorite movies!!!! Let me know why you want to join and what movies you would like to see!!! This information will help me plan future movie outings.

Meet other local Tennis Players. Gather and discuss the sport and perhaps find a tennis partner!

Meet other local hiking enthusiasts. All those who are dedicated to hiking 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.

Huge projection screen, excellent audio, free wireless internet connection, live charting, market update and health, group discussion of individual stock picks and performance. Most of our presenters are level IV IBD Graduates. Market health and update, stocks for review, stock training on canslim fundamentals and advanced technics. Open forum for…

Aynne Malmborg (born Ann Paganini) of TV's "Travel Talk" is hosting a new Travel Club! Meet fellow travel enthusiasts near you! Come to a Travel Meetup to relive adventures, get first-hand recommendations on new destinations, and even plan a trip together. We are a friendly bunch that loves newcomers!

The NEW Chicago Active Trading Group is a meeting place for active day and longer term traders interested in the futures and forex markets. The discussions are hosted and conducted by traders and cover all topics related to the health of a well-rounded trade. Technical Analysis, Fundamentals and Psychology are discussed on our message boards…

Meet with others in your local area who love Art. All forms of Art, including painters, photographers, sculptors, conceptual artists, performance artists, filmmakers, graphic designers, etc. to discuss artist studio spaces, techniques, promote upcoming exhibitions, review portfolios and receive gallery/exhibiting advice.

Welcome to our Business Networking Group!! We are in the process of building this site so hang on to your shorts while we get all the stuff written! If you would like to join, please do so! We are going to be working on business networking to help our own business and YOU in your business! Come join us and help us help each other!!

It's hard for someone who is in their 30's or 40's to meet people outside of work. Most of the social groups tend to be a little geriatric. It's also more fun to go to a bar when you know you're likely to actually meet someone that you'd like to get to know. So once a month we'll meet at a bar. We'll announce the meeting before hand (and…

Meet other local Salsa dancers, musicians, and lovers. We welcome dancers of all levels and styles, as well as those who are interested in the dance or the music. We can help you find live bands, musicians, dancers and clubs, work with you on your Quinceanera or other occasion, and bring the Salsero out of YOU!

Meet People Interested in Dining Out in the Northwest Suburbs! Come to one of our numerous dinners to break bread with fellow foodies and gourmets. Discover new restaurants, enjoy delicious meals and have interesting conversations with friendly dinner companions.

Whether you're serious about outwitting your opponents or you're just looking for a fun time, you'll enjoy this Scrabble meetup. NEW: Check out the list of approved two-letter words. Just click the "Files" link on the left side of the screen

Our 2008 season has begun! Plan on a weekly Sunday game until at least Thanksgiving! All ages and ability levels are welcome ~ we really mean this. In the past, our youngest player was 14, our oldest 66 (not that we asked). We have a group of guys that play multiple times a week on their lunch break and then we have new players come who we…

Meet other local Backgammon players or come learn to play! A really great place to sit down casually, play a game of backgammon, and get to know a great group of people. We will mix it up and have a low level backgammon tourney to add an edge to the night and be sure people get to know each other. Sometimes it can be difficult to find other Backg…

The Suburban chicagoland Real Estate Investing & Networking group was developed to give SUBURBAN real estate professionals and investors -- both experienced and the novice, an avenue/group in the SUBURBS to Network, share leads/ ideas, discuss market trends, and meet contacts in the SUBURBAN chicagoland area. We will schedule meetups in diffe…

The USS Chicago is a STARFLEET meeting chapter (in development) in the Chicago South Suburbs and Northwest Indiana areas. We are members of STARFLEET, The International Star Trek Fan Club, Inc. but anyone interested in Star Trek or Sci Fi in general are welcome to attend any of our gatherings. Uniforms are optional at meetings. Membership with S…

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... Please go to http://singles.meetup.com/887/about/ to learn more.

A monthly get-together for townhall.com fans. Conservatives, Libertarians, recovering Liberals, or just curious? Welcome!

Meet other local fans of the Chicago White Sox! Gather to watch games, meet people to go to games, talk about baseball both of the White Sox and around the league, and let's see if we can plan a group outing!

WIN is an enlightening group designed to teach a holistic approach to creating wealth, abundance & prosperity. Each monthly meeting focuses on one of 5 areas of balanced wealth($, Mind,Body,spirit, relationships). Our mission is to bring together a broad selection of professionals that provide knowledge and/or recourses in one of the 5 areas. Toget…

Windy City Hikers is an outdoors group active in the Chicagoland area. We have no membership dues. We're all about getting outside; hiking, camping, canoeing...but hiking is cheap and easy! Please visit our 'About Us' section for more info and group policy information.