Welcome!!! Whether you're looking for similar Yorkshire owner in your neighborhood for the occassional playdate or would like to be a part of larger meetup opportunities, Chicago Yorkies is an active group. The purpose of our group is to 1) provide socialization opportunities, 2) educate owners on care and nutrition, and 3) provide fun educational events with speakers and presenters. Meetup.com is about connecting in person with others of similar interest, Meetup is NOT Facebook.   Our members …

The "Labrys" is a double-sided axe that the Amazons were said to use as their main weapon. Over the centuries, many women have adopted the labrys as a symbol of power and independence. Many women wear necklaces or earrings with a labrys symbol as a way to identify themselves to other independent women. The labrys was resurrected as a female symbol of power and independence in the 1970s by a number of lesbian and feminist organizations. It's popularity grew when articles about its origins wer …

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 …

Meet fellow Polyamorists in your area! Come to a local Chicago Polyamory Meetup to meet other supporters of multipartner relationships and families. Talk about open relationships, polyfidelity, honesty, respect and alternate forms of commitment. Anyone interested is welcome! Join Us to get started! We host a wide range of events every month in order to cater to our ever growing poly community right here in our beautiful city of Chicago!: Dinner Socials Pizza Parties Potlucks Poly Karaoke Suppo …

Meetings are free and open to the public. The Chicago Archaeological Society is a chapter of the IAAA, founded to unite all persons interested in the archaeology of Illinois - amateurs, professionals, students, and educators. The purposes of the association are preserving prehistoric and historic archaeological sites, information, and artifacts; encouraging and participating in scientific investigations and research; and fostering constructive public and governmental attitudes toward the archaeo …

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 !

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This group is built around support groups for adults with Asperger's Syndrome, Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorder- NOS, nonverbal learning disabilities and other similar social-affecting learning disabilities. In addition to support groups in Chicago and Evanston, this site will also feature other support groups and social opportunities for adults on the autism spectrum in Chicago and its suburbs. I welcome relatives, professionals, and other friends of adults on the autism spectrum to joi …

For Saints fans living in the Chicago area who are tired of watching the game surrounded by fans of other teams.

¡OJO! Este grupo es para lectores comprometidos, activos, y voraces. El Círculo de Lectores Chicago fue creado para discutir libros contemporáneos populares en español. Eso significa que nos enfocamos en novelas recién publicadas (últimos dos o tres años) en español (nada de traducciones) de toda América Latina y España.  El objetivo es divertirse, leer una variedad de libros populares y utilizar el español. Nos reunimos en restaurantes conectados con el libro escogido (ambiente del libro o na …

The Chicago Rebel Craft League is a meetup group organized to inspire women who love arts and crafts of all kinds and have different interests and passions to get together to create, share, talk and learn about art... If you'd like to get together to craft, get inspired, and learn from others with a DIY aesthetic, then this group is for you! We will have open studio time where you can just come, hang out, create and have fun, and more specific classes where we will do projects together. Ideall …

Engage with other women entrepreneurs in the Chicago Area! Created by Count Me In for Women’s Economic Independence to bring together established women business owners, M3 Meetups support post-startup entrepreneurs to grow their businesses to the next level. Count Me In for Women’s Economic Independence is the leading national not-for-profit provider of resources, business education and community support for women entrepreneurs seeking to grow micro businesses to million dollar enterprises. Coun …

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 …

Seiwajyuku Chicago is a study group of business owners who devoted to the ideas of Dr. Kazuo Inamori. Through analysis and discussion of his life and business philosophy, members strive for continual self improvement. There are 61 branches of Seiwajyuku sister branches, comprising more than 5,500 members worldwide.

ADVENTURE, ACTIVITIES & BUCKET LIST EVENTS ✔ Chicago & Burbs was created because there are so many things to do, see, taste and experience while meeting new fun friends! This group is for singles and couples, who range in age from mid 20's to the late 50's. We all have one thing in common. we love to have fun! We created a Bucket List of Fun Things to Do, Interesting Things to Learn, and Cool Places to Go; biking, concerts, dining out, comedy clubs, happy hours, hiking, paint ball, outdoor acti …

This meetup was created to spread the Chinese internal Kung fu styles of Xing Yi Quan (Hsing-i Chuan) and Tai Chi Chuan(Taiji Quan). Classes are offered on a weekly basis and will take place at 2 different locations. Tai Chi *No group Tai Chi classes at this time. Private lessons are available. There will also be workshops on occassion. They will be posted on a case by case basis. Hsing-i takes place at LA Boxing, located at 8 East 9th St. Chicago, IL 60605 Sundays from 1pm-2:30pm ($20 per cla …

Looking to meet up with other daughters in the Chicago area that have lost their mothers to a terminal illness such as cancer. There are many bereavement groups in Chicago for people that are grieving over their mom's death but almost none exist for women in their 20's, 30's, and early 40's. I just lost my mom to pancreatic cancer and want to gather other women like me that want to share experiences, memories, and friendship. Park Ridge, Arlington Heights, Palatine, Schaumburg, and Chicago are a …

Who We Are The Chicago Female-Focused Film Meetup & Festival is a group of film industry artists who are interested in actively participating in the creation, support, development, and promotion of films and screenplays that offer increased opportunities for women in film, especially in broadening the types of roles, stories, ages, body-types, diversity and the overall presence and number of women in film. Members range in experience from student filmmakers to professionals and include writers …

Are you seeking a seek a real spiritual community which is loving, inclusive, spiritually lively and empowering of people of all genders, races and sexualities, both rich and poor? The Apostolic Johannite Church is a global network of Johannite communities that focus on supporting individual and direct experience of the Divine through fellowship, meditation and prayer, service and ritual, lively discussion and study. We are an esoteric, gnostic, Christian communion. The Mission Fabre-Palaprat is …

This group is made for all the lovely ladies of Chicago in their 20's!! Join the group to get ready to make some awesome memories...and better yet awesome friends!

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 …

We would like to be the most inclusive, people friendly, "non-clicky" Lesbian group in Chicago. We want to facilitate lesbians building community activities and bonds around common interests and/or life similarities. We would like to have many sub-groups that freely use this as a forum to meet others with similar needs and interests and building warm supportive community bonds. All different ages and interests are welcome. As long as the activity follows the guidelines of being legal and ethical …

Welcome to The Girlfriends and Giggles Social Club of Chicago, or as we affectionally call ourselves, "The G & G". We are a fun, active and casual meetup group for women in the NW suburbs ages 25+. Whether you are single, married, partnered, widowed, divorced or separated we are looking to make new friends, have lots of fun in the process and hopefully are the right fit for you! We have a very high rate of returning members to our meetups and we pride ourselves on being a very fun, welcoming gro …

Chicago has a lot to offer and this seems like a good way to meet people with similar interests. Events include activities like nature walks, eating out, cultural events and whatever else you would like to suggest. All ages welcome, single or coupled, this group is for everyone that has an endless list of interests like myself.  A photo of yourself in your profile is required to join. Membership is free but donations to the organizer to defer the cost of maintaining the Meetup site are always a …

Meditation Chicago offers Mantra Meditation classes and kirtan gatherings. Learn a relaxing and enjoyable practice that you can easily apply, which will give you peace of heart and mind, answers to your troubling questions, and spiritual awakening. In keeping with ancient tradition, all of our classes and events are free of charge.

The IMA is comprised of mycologists and laypeople from all walks of life who share a common interest in the study of mushrooms. Individual members often have specific areas of interest and expertise, including mushroom foraging, taxonomy, cultivation, mycoremediation, mycorrhizas, medical mycology, yeasts, lichens, food spoilage, fermented foods, plant diseases, symbioses with animals, and edible, poisonous, and entheogenic fungi. If you are new to mushrooming, joining a mushroom club will give …

This is a group for fans of folk metal in the Chicago area. The idea of this group is to go to shows, find people to play music with and discover new bands. This group was started because even though the metal scene in Chicago is big, it can be difficult to find other people who are specifically into folk metal.

The meditation classes, groups, and courses offered at the Inner Metamorphosis University Chicago meditation center include a variety of ancient and new practices using dance, expressions of different emotions and feelings, awareness oriented activities such as hiking meditation, breath-awareness, and periods of silence. Many of our classes are free or donation based as we are a non-profit organization. We also offer Yoga, Tai Chi, Chi Gong, Feldenkrais, and Inspirational Movies on a weekly basi …