This is a social group for mothers who stay home full-time or work part-time with one or more children 5 and younger in the communities of Elmhurst, Villa Park and Lombard. Our goals are to make new friends, to connect with other moms and their children, to support each other, and to have fun! We plan a wide variety of daytime activities every month for Moms to attend with their kids as well as one or more "moms only" evening events. Activities may include kids' outings, park days, recipe exchan …

Are you any of the following? Intersexed, Transsexual (F2M, M2F, post-op, pre-op, non-op), Gender Queer, Boi, Androgynous, or a supporter committed to, or in support of, transition to and living as ones personal gender identity says on should?  Are you opposed to gender binary normative pressure who is looking for a group to do fun things with and at the same time be able to be yourself with others that can relate? Then please continue reading and if it suits you, join us in creating a fun suppo …

Calling all partners of trans and gender non-conforming people! Join us for Chat and Chew: a space for folks who are currently in a relationship with an individual who identifies as trans or gender-queer. We meet at the Wormhole Coffee Shop, 1462 N Milwaukee in Wicker Park. We meet on the second Wednesday of the month at 7 pm. Next meet-up is Wed, Nov 10. This event is open to all, totally informal and meant to create community. This gathering is sponsored by Howard Brown Health Center, LCCP …

This group is for professional  business owners networking in Hinsdale and of the Chicago suburbs.  We meet monthly for lunch to get to know one another and build relationships.   Simply bring a brown-bag lunch and join us for a wonderful, empowering time together! We meet at a great convenient location close to all major expressways, route 83 and Ogden Ave in a very comfortable atmosphere! Membership is exclusive, and we only allow one business owner for each business type at our meetings. You …

What better way to start 2013 than to read books set in Chicago! We meet up locally – surrounding western suburbs area – for the book discussion. Whether it be a café, lounge...what a way to spend a few hours for a book discussion, build friendships, and consume a bite to eat and a drink as well! So join us! :)

I recently moved to beautiful Chicago from West Virginia, and think it would be interesting (and fun!) to connect with other transplants to the Chicago area for lunch or coffee and chat about all that makes the Mountain State special. If nothing else, it would be nice to talk to some people who don't think I am from near Richmond. If you moved here from West Virginia, have family roots in West Virginia, are from the surrounding Appalachian region, or simply have an interest in Appalachian cultur …

This group's purpose is to cultivate a tribe of like-minded, intelligent, independent women in our twenties to meet for some coffee, breakfast, and worth-while conversation. This group is reserved for women in their twenties who are either new to Chicago or who want to branch out of your social circle. This group is a place not only for engaging new friendships, but also unearthing new restaurants. At the present time, I will schedule a brunch every other Sunday. As this meet-up evolves, I hope …

Are you a professional that works from home but would sometimes like to get out and interact with other real people? Hey me too! Here's a crazy idea: let's grab a meal, have some coffee or go for a bike ride.

We are a Unity Church. We are a spiritual community that is dedicated to teaching universal laws of love, peace, joy, and healing. We are dedicated to creating a peace-filled space where everyone feels welcome. "Spiritual seekers often say that finding Unity is like coming home. Unity is an open-minded, accepting spiritual community that honors all paths to God and helps people discover and live their spiritual potential and purpose."(Unity.org) "The Unity movement was founded by Charles and Myr …

Would be a pleasure to meet and talk to people during meals, whether it's brunch, coffee, dinner, or what have you. I like all types of food and all types of folks. We can also visit restaurants near to Oak Park. Hope to meet you all soon!

For millennia people all over the world have argued, fought, and killed over religion, faith and worldview. It is my opinion much of this hostility is caused by misunderstanding and prejudice. In the spirit of better understanding and new friendship Interfaith Chicago will be a space to share good information, positive discussion and informal community among people of different faiths. It is not our goal to convince one another to change or to argue about who is right. While I have studied sever …

What's that? You have a bouncy new (or slightly less new) baby and your life no longer looks the same? The once rockstar existence of pre-baby has come to a screeching slow down and you've set aside (but never abandon) your pleather for pacifiers and late-nights out for late-nights in? Yeah, me too. Doubts, pressures and panic has wrapped up in the joy and excitement of a new baby and suddenly a lot of supportive non-baby-having friends have slowly drifted... I'm hoping to find new (and slightly …

This group is for young (20's and 30's) single women who are looking to build new friendships in the Chicagoland area. I have another group in the western burbs, but no one seems to be very active in it, and no one ever suggests any meetups. I've been trying to think of a way to make sure people are active in this group, so I've made us a facebook group page where we can all talk and decide on meetups for our group. I thought people might be more likely to chat with other members on facebook, th …

This group is for women 40+ (or close to becoming of age:)) interested in building long-lasting friendships, that include running/walking, 5Ks, outdoor activities such as camping, kayaking/canoeing, cookouts, etc. I started this group because I feel there are plenty of women out there who want to become/stay fit, are in need of a friend, a new beginning or a non-judgmental shoulder to lean on...an uplifting person who will be there as a friend all while having a good time and easying up on the d …

This is a group for Polish speaking moms and young children who want to meet and play together in a Polish speaking environment. As a mother of two young boys who will hopefully be bilingual (or trilingual) I would like them to make new friends who can speak not only English but also Polish. I am aware that kids learn best from other kids. That's why for those of you who have only one or two people speaking Polish to your children, getting to know other moms and children who can share the same l …

The goal of "Illini Startups" is to connect Illini alums (and students) with a common interest in the startup movement to share ideas and serve as a mutual resource to the growing community of Illini entrepreneurs. We will achieve our goal by hosting monthly meetups for casual networking over coffee or lunch. Among these meetings we will devote one per quarter to hosting an expert guest speaker, and another to discussion of a relevant book or article chosen by the group.

Gather, meet your neighbors and practice your English over coffee and treats. We are looking for English speakers and English learners to participate in our monthly meetups. Join us to practice your English, share your voice and meet new people. --Andrea Questions? Email ocasioa@eisenhowerpld.org or call 708-867-2299 and ask for Dan, Penny or Andrea

West Suburban Senior Services is proud to host a weekly lunch and discussion group geared toward Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Seniors (55 and over). Each Friday from 11 AM to 2 PM the group meets in Forest Park for coffee, lunch, and a discussion group. New members are welcome! The mission of the West Suburban LGBT Seniors Program is to understand and meet the growing needs of the LGBT and allied senior community in the Western Suburbs through outreach and programming delivered with k …

This group will provide an opportunity for psychotherapists, physicians, body centered therapists, nutritionists, yoga instructors and other health care providers to meet and network. Get to know other providers in your area and learn more in depth about their methods of healing. A structured presentation from one member each meeting, to be followed by time to mingle and network.

In my opinion and from personal experience, it's easier to make real lasting friendships when meeting new people one on one, as opposed to in a group. I feel that when meeting others one on one, you can actually get to know each other, and see if you have things in common. This group is for young single (as in not married) women in their 20's and 30's who want to meet others one-on-one and hopefully make some new friends. Once you've joined this group, you can simply contact others in the group …