APLN Chicago is a community of Agile professionals meeting in the Northwest suburbs of Chicago. We are focused on learning, innovation, and thought leadership in Agile. APLN Chicago meetings will provide an invaluable opportunity to participate in that expansion and innovation of Agile in Chicago. Visit our main website at http://aplnchicago.org !

Chicago ACT! CRM User Group ACT! by SAGE is the #1 Contact management system. It is used in increase sales and customer service. Join us to exchange ideas, learn shortcuts, and keep abreast of the latest developments. Both novice and experienced ACT! users are welcome. Meetings start with a lecture/demonstration and conclude with an open question and answer session. Meetings in Schaumburg run from 7:00 to 9:00 PM. Meetings are free and open to the public. No reservations are required. Discu …

Welcome to the One World Family I Meditate Chicago Group hosts "FREE MEDIATATIONS" all over the chicagoland. is a Volunteer based non-profit organization dedicated to empowering individuals to live life to it's fullest potential. Whether you are new to meditation or you are a long time meditator, these FREE guided meditation sessions are for you. Come and dive into the Stillness Within which will leave you refreshed,relaxed and rejuvenated. Do you know the power of your breath? Our life is cr …

Hi Friends and Pooches! Welcome to Chicago Red Club where Dog Lovers can get together and have some fun times together with their dogs.   I find that pet lovers shared one common trait, they are disciplined, focused, and kind-hearted individuals. This is exactly what our "pooches" poccess. I formed this group in the hope of meeting other pet lovers who would like to get together at pet-friendly places in the Schaumburg, Palatine, Arlington Heights, area, possibly everywhere really! The message …

The group is meant to bring together Europeans and friends of Europe to socialize and connect in a relaxed and friendly setting. People originally from Europe or those that have a link to Europe are welcome to join. Perhaps you've lived or traveled there and fell in love with the culture. Maybe your family, friends or significant others hail from Europe. Either way please join us each month, in the North and Northwest suburbs for drinks, conversations and outings. Chicagoans are also welcome to …

Stroller Strides Chicago North Shore is a fitness group for moms.  It is a great way to get in shape, meet other moms, and have fun with your baby or toddler all at the same time. The classes are designed for all different fitness levels and are taught by certified instructors. Each class includes cardio and body toning intervals. The classes are an hour long, with the last 10 minutes used for abs and stretching. We welcome babies from 6 weeks to any age! FALL/WINTER SCHEDULE (November-April) M …

The Suburban Chicago Delphi Users Group was created to help connect programmers with other Embarcadero Delphi users throughout the Chicago area and the midwest.  All skill levels of Delphi, C++, Database, Web and other programmers are welcome! Please join us to: Learn about Delphi and how it beats all competitors in cross-platform Rapid Application Development! Learn about the latest features and enhancements available. Learn about programming in Pascal. Learn about programming for Windows, Mac …

This is a group of awesome people out of Chicago suburbs who enjoy to hang out. There are lot of new desis in and around Chicago and it would be fun to meet other like minded desis. We enjoy a diverse amount of activities ranging from clubbing, desi parties, house parties, outdoorsy things, movies, dining out and anything fun! Be social. Come hang out. And please feel free to use this meetup group to share ideas for meetups or start discussions. Thanks! Please make sure you follow our page on FB …

This is a group for people interested in Steampunk with some passion for science fiction, history, and sane, intelligent conversation. We are kindred spirits with an interest in alternate historical imaginings. We will watch movies, read books, listen to Steampunk music, talk ideas, and find places, primarily in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago, to dress as and explore our characters. Inclusive, welcoming, but not kinky.  We are travelers of time and the imagination.

This is a group for anyone interested in witchcraft, Wicca, heathenism, and other forms of pagan spirituality. We (Thrakos and Akasha) are new to the Chicago area and are interested in meeting others with an interest in learning and sharing information related to paganism as well as possibly circling for sabbats and esbats over time.

SEMPO (Search Engine Marketing Professional Organization) was founded in 2002 when the SEM industry was very small. Today, SEMPO is a global, global non-profit organization serving the search engine marketing industry and marketing professionals engaged in it. Learn more at http://www.sempo.org

We are a group of WordPress lovers - users, designers, developers, and those just curious about what WordPress is. We exist to support one another and learn from each other. We meet monthly - covering topics from WordPress basics to more advanced uses including plugin & theme development. This meetup group for WordPress users and developers in and around the northwest suburbs of Chicago, IL.

The Chicago area chapter of ACFW - The American Christian Fiction Writers gathers published and aspiring fiction writers of faith in a variety of genres. We currently meet the first Friday of every month. Interested writers may attend meetings twice as a guest before formalizing their membership in the national organization and local chapter. For more information about the national organization, visit http://www.acfw.com/

Looking to get out of the studio and meet other creative people in the Chicago burbs? Designers from all walks of life (graphic, package, product, interior, etc.) can gather and talk about projects, business, inspiration, and anything else that tickles your fancy! This group was started because it's hard to get downtown for all the wonderful, creative events, and I knew there were others like me who were looking for something more local! We can mix it up and meet at the attendees' offices someti …

You are not alone!  Why not have it as good as it can get as a parent? We are eager for you to join this newly formed meet up group created just for parents who want to be "families at their best," and especially, parents of tweens and teens. Do any of these describe your experience as a parent? I see my 8-13 yr old changing right before my eyes and what used to work, doesn't anymore.  I'm frustrated and I don't like all of the second-guessing I'm doing. I'm not always sure about the way I'm h …

It's a Small World! This group is for all you fun loving 30+ professional singles that want to be able to ease our time demands and mix socially and professionally .We have events for singles, events with and without kids, educational events, craft events, game nights, but most of all aim to find those unique places we've wanted to venture and experience, but never alone or just never had the time to. Time is short! Let's gather to network then socialize and enjoy the experience together! Events …

Want to go do something new, but don't want to do it alone? With ADVENTURES, ACTIVITIES & BUCKET LIST FUN, you get to try something new, meet new people, and make new friends. How awesome is that?! OUR MEMBERS are fun singles and couples in their 20s, 30s, 40s to 50s, of all professions, creeds, and experiences! We are very friendly, so no worries about coming alone! We all have one thing in common, we love to have fun! FUN FOR ALL BUDGETS Our group is free to join and the best part is that we …

Hi Everyone ! This group is open to anyone and everyone who has an interest in meditation - young and old, beginners and seasoned pros. The purpose of the group is to provide instruction on simple meditation techniques to anyone who wishes to learn, and to come together to enjoy meditation as a group. Classes are always free and open to the public. It helps reduce stress, increase wellness and maintain balance. Experience universal connection and joy! In each of our free weekly classes, we: Perf …

This group is for all those interested in or already living a vegetarian/vegan lifestyle in the Chicago suburbs. We'll be sharing cooking ideas, joining for potlucks, exploring vegetarian restaurants in the suburbs(and the city) and bringing members' interests into a variety of activities. Whether you're interested in the rights of animals or adapting a veg diet for your health or our environment, this group will offer you new information and experiences to get the most out of a veg lifestyle. C …

Meeting group to bring people together to play volleyball in the Chicago suburbs and lakefront. Method for people to find others to play beach, grass and indoor volleyball. Open to all levels B and up. Have fun, enjoy. This is not a group for rec level players, you must have reasonable ball skills.  This is to keep the play for everyone at a consistent level.

This group was created for makeup artists, hair stylists, photographers, skincare lovers or anyone who loves the beauty idustry and would like to learn more about it in a less formal setting. Our topics will range from  the basic how to of makeup and hair to live photo shoots, working on a set ,bridal  seminars,  etc.. I'm a  trainer and recruiter for a prestige skincare company and a Chicago based freelance makeup artist with 15 years experience. I abslolutley love what I do and wanted to share …

We would like to invite you to our August 25 th summer open house in St Charles. From 10a.m. - 1p.m. we will introduce you to Taoist Tai Chi, a gentle but extremely effective form of exercise and relaxation. At the open house we will discuss the health benefits of Taoist Tai Chi, watch a demonstration, meet the instructors and members, try a few moves, and enjoy tea and snacks. Tai Chi delivers many physical health benefits and is known as 'moving meditation' because of its ability to soothe the …

Let's pass on good values of hard work, kindness, and philanthropy to our children, while exposing them to some Indian culture so they can understand their identity. We are a busy household of three children (ages 12, 8, and 6 yrs old) in North Shore Suburb of Chicago. We just moved from Boston. We love to meet like minded families.

¡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 …

If you like to play 2 on 2 or 4 on 4 volleyball, and are looking for competitive games, and are anywhere in the burbs, you should join! Plus, follow us on Twitter (http://twitter.com/vballintheburbs). We are looking for indoor options as cold weather is approaching, so all of you indoor players should keep up and make suggestions for indoor. If you are new to volleyball, or looking for more of a "recreational" format, the Chicago Fun Group has Tuesday and Thursday volleyball that is probably a b …

Mystery, Thriller, Romantic Suspense and Dark Fiction Conference. The Coolest Crime Scene Happens Every February in Chicago - Plead Guilty and Be There. For writers - February in Chicago is the hottest time of the year! Agents, publishers, Master Classes, forensic professionals, weapons experts, essential panels, presentations, and elbows to rub--the perfect antidote for whatever ails writers at every level. Love is Murder--be freezin' for a reason and come ready to advance your career and …

Startup Collaboratory is a group of Entrepreneurs, Business Professionals, and Business Owners who meet to… Collaborate on starting and growing businesses Share viewpoints and generate new ideas Network for help overcoming business challenges Please join Startup Collaboratory as we help each other learn to become more successful! Another branch meets in Schaumburg http://www.meetup.com/Startup-Collaboratory/ One of the group's activities will be to organize Fox Valley Demo Days to show off loc …

Phandemonium is a Chicago based non for profit organization who's primary directive is to hold the annual Science Fiction convention Capricon. But along with Capricon we also hold other events throughout the year, this meetup group is to keep Chicago area Fandom updated with our events.