Feeling a bit isolated behind your workstation? Get together with other software developers, web developers / designers, and related professions for informal coffee, shooting the breeze, and talking shop in a relaxed atmosphere. We meet every month or two, in various locations (Munster, Schererville, St John) but if you would like to suggest a meetup time / location, feel free.

We're an easy-going group of friends who like to explore various coffee houses throughout the city.  It's a great excuse to check out new neighborhoods and meet new friends in a small group environment.  Come find a new gem with us, or relax for a bit after work without the happy hour drama and stress. We'd love to have you join us!

I recently found an organization called The Mother Bear Project and fell in love with the idea! Being new to knitting I was excited to finally have a project that was simple and worth spending time on. I would love to get a group of people together weekly to knit/crochet these bears at a local coffee shop and learn new knitting tricks. Here is a little about The Mother Bear Project... The Mother Bear Project is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to providing comfort and hope to childr …

… Events will include gathering in a coffee shop to exchange ideas, outings to different spiritual centers throughout Chicago, meditation by the lake front, and other activities as inspired... Influences for the group include: Eckhart Tolle Neale Donald Walsch Abraham Hicks (Law of Attraction) Thich Nhat Hanh (Buddhism) and the principles of the group are guided by Unitarian Universalism. Anyone with an open heart and a questing mind is welcome to join.

Moms are you looking to connect with other local moms of young kids? Are you seeking playmates and fun activity time for your little one(s)? Summit Athletics provides the clean and colorful facility with plenty of space and equipment for little ones to roam around, explore, climb and make friends. Moms can enjoy coffee or tea with other moms, enjoy our free wireless internet, relax with a book, or play in the gym with the kiddies. So wear your comfortable clothes and join the fun! This activ …

For lovers of Gilmore Girls: A dedicated group plunging into all that is Lorelai and Rory. Watch the shows consecutively Eat the food Discuss the episodes COFFEE COFFEE COFFEE!!

Chicago's Legal Cafe ("CLC") is starting a Toastmasters Community Club. On Wednesday Dec 7th, CLC will host a demonstration meeting at 1338 W. Madison Ave. Come enjoy an inspirational and motivational speech by a senior toastmaster speaker. The host and accredited guest speaker for the evening is the dynamic Johnny Campbell, Therefore, prepare yourself for an amazing night at the Cafe! The mission of our club is to teach professionals how to become relaxed, confident and powefrul speakers. Wheth …

Hey moms,   Motherhood is an amazing ride - life-changing, awe-inspiring, and maybe a bit sleep-depriving (!?), to say the least!  Meeting your neighborhood moms who have little ones the same age as yours is so ideal - to make friends, have age-appropriate get togethers, and to be involved in community.    In this group, expecting moms can meet one another and share in the excitement of what's to come.  Moms of newborns/infants can get together to share ideas, experience, coffee (: ) and support …

… We provide beverages (Water, soda, coffee, tea). As a way to show our appreciate for the children attending, each child receives a snack/small gift to take home. Your participation is what allows us to make sure that the leading toy manufacturers are able to create the safest toys possible. Looking forward to seeing you soon!     A brief statement about me: I have a master’s degree in child development from the Erikson Institute. I spent 7 years working in a licensed and accredited home based ch …

… Do you enjoy activities such as these: gardens/gardening, hiking, picnicking, reading, Grant Park concerts, breweries, cooking, wine tasting, coffee, books, architecture, El rides, ice skating, bed and breakfasts, camping, neighborhood touring, people watching…………………….? Well, if you meet the qualities of this profile, my husband and I wish to meet you for fun and friendship. Let’s get started! (Curmudgeonly or ultra serious sorts need not join. Again, the art of mutual exchange in conversation i …

Women and Mother's social networking group to discuss all topics of concerns of today's Mothers.  Who should join? All are welcome especially grandmothers who are raising grandchildren, foster mothers, single moms, married and divorced moms, moms of special need children, adoptive moms who are desiring to adopt children or ideas in raising their adoptive children.  Occassionally, this meet up group with exchange nice  clothes that each of us have in our closets and will never wear again and exch …

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 you've met in the past. 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 chos …

… So put on a pair of comfortable walking shoes, grab a cup of coffee, don’t forget your iPod and join me on Sunday morning!

It’s Time for Singles to Mingle!!! Join us and get ready exciting events each month! Our events are both informative and fun...we leave the decision up to you which ones to RSVP for. Even though we are camping out at Starbucks for our Coffee Talks for the next few months, our events are held in all over Chicago. Our members: Our singles are black professionals who are hip, adventurous, sexy and fun. The Single Mingle group has singles from 24-54. Some have been dating for a while, and others …

… Cash for coffee or a snack, as to not loiter, other than that you just need to bring yourself. Q: How will members benefit from coming to your Meetup? A: First, members will be able to participate in something new, an atheist group! Second, your participation may help other people feel normal by being part of a group! Q: How long will the Meetup be? A: To misquote Fight Club, “Atheist stuff will last as long as it needs to,” which is to say, as long as the venue is open. Closing time …

… The vast majority of meetups are in public places around/near Chicago, usually for coffee or lunch.  You will be able to locate our group by the generic Meetup sign on the table.  If you wish to remain anonymous to the group members you may do so.  If you have any questions regarding the group you can always contact the organizer directly.