Cafe Society is not a new idea. In Beethoven's time in Vienna, great minds gathered over coffee, a beverage that only recently had eclipsed tea as the Viennese hot beverage of choice, to discuss all manner of cultural and intellectual concerns, face to face, undistracted. The Stock Exchange of that day was conceptualized and created in a local coffee house. Coffee houses still exist today but Cafe' Society proposes a more social alternate to a computer screen. Discussion, locally produced art an …

Welcome to the Friends of Bill Morton meetup group!

There are several book clubs out there but they either seem to be disbanding, specialized or for women only so I decided to start this one. I am the former organizer of a large book club in Nashville which, I'm proud to say, is still going strong and I hope to bring that same success to this one. I had the opportunity to read a lot of great books I may not have picked up on my own and I hope to be introduced to even more! This is a co-ed bookclub that will meet once a month, at local coffee sho …

Knitting is good for the mind and body, and is better enjoyed in a group! Join us if you're a beginner working on your first project or a master knitter finishing your zillionth item.

Random evanston! Random Evanston is open to 30-45 year olds (new or old to Evanston) who enjoy life, creativity, eclecticism and randomness. This group encourages socially and positively engaging other people who share the same passion. Our meetups will be anything from going out for a drink, art shows, music, bars, theater, film, brunch, wine tasting, happy hour, dancing lessons, dancing summer festivals, coffee events, dinner and other fun, eclectic or whatever random activities that look awe …

This group is designed for Germans, people of German descendant and people from all around the world who are interested in German culture. Our meet ups are about an up to date Germany which is way more than oomptata music, beer and brats. It is about theater, literature, music and a modern and ever changing culture. Join the fun - wir beißen nicht :)

At Olive.You.Nanny we greatly respect all of the nannies we work with and we have a lot of appreciation for the amazing nannies we meet who are impacting the lives of the children in our city and surrounding suburbs. Nannying is such an important profession and we understand the need for support and community. This meetup is designed to allow nannies an opportunity to connect with other nannies, plan play dates and outings, and discover new activities, services, and community resources for the n …

Bring Your “MUG” Club! Join this national Meet-up for a new and different kind group! Bring your "MUG" to meet other like-minded "MUGs" interested in putting a new flavor in their connections. It's about helping people make those connections with "great taste". The agenda is a different twist to build connections and great conversation. The forum is simple, yet structured and requires that you only have an open mind and the willingness to have fun! MUG Club: When: Check your local MUG Club for a …

This group was inspired by Susan Cain's book "Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking". We aim to encourage people who know that quiet times can be fun to claim their place in an extroverted world and make new friends in the settings and at the pace that they are comfortable with. Do you treat your life's precious moments with reflection and quiet enjoyment instead of haste? Do you like walking through leafy streets or by the lake early in the morning or at sunset, sipp …

Do something.  Learn something.  Share something. Change something…. and play games!  We remember times we've had game night with friends, and now, perhaps game night with Meetup friends works even better.  Join for an easy evening of board games.  We plan to hang at a bar, sip at a coffee house, lounge on a friend's sofa with sparkling conversation and a languid competitive effort.  Break out.  Toss some dice.  Join us for some family-fun styled adult diversion.

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 …

Do you speak English but would like to be able to communicate better? We will be meeting up to practice English! All languages are welcome at all fluency levels. The goal for this group is just to become more comfortable speaking English in social situations. Outing for the group may change from simple coffee to outings in the park once the weather gets warmer. Meeting suggestions are appreciated and welcomed! This group will meet at 6pm in Irving Park/Albany Park. Once every other week. I hope …

Do you need a Girls Night Out, but can't seem to sync calendars with your friends? Or, are you and your friends looking for some new activities that don't involve bar-hopping and guys hitting on you? Are you new to the city and want to meet a few new girlfriends? I am really tired of the bar scene, but still want to have a fun night with my girlfriends! I will be hosting a Monthly Themed Girls Night Out as well as various other activities throughout the month. This is a group for everyone, so if …

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

Hi All!  This is a group to meet other women that live on the north side, grab a coffee, meet for a meal, and discuss great books!  We will meet monthly at a north side location (Rogers Park, Edgewater, Uptown, etc.).  Suggestions for book titles are welcome!

Having lost my husband to cancer seven years ago, I realise how important it is to get support from other people who have lost a husband or a wife, either because they passed away or through a divorce. I hope to form a close group of men and women who will always find a sympathetic person willing to lend an ear when needed. I intend to organise a variety of meetings such as dinners, cocktails, or just coffee, tea and yummy desserts.

Calling all women of Northbrook (& nearby)! I'm hoping this group helps to create a strong, close-knit community of women in the Northbrook area. I'd like to help connect women in the area and build new friendships. I'd also like us to capitalize on our collective experiences, wisdom and passions. For what purpose? To cover the spectrum: From light-hearted, fun social gatherings (game nights, movie nights, wining, dining, comedy shows, musicals, etc.), to more adventurous activities that we've a …

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.

Theatre for Thinkers is a nascent meet up group with the goal of gathering folks to experience interesting, original and even bizarre theater and art that informs and offers insights into science and scientific endeavors. Anchored initially by Thom Britton's critically acclaimed show FreakShow and Tell, we hope to ultimately link to his shows and other local performers and artists with entertaining, interesting perspectives on science. We hope to both simply let people know about these events an …

I couldn't find at meet up group that met on the north side of Chicago in Lakeview, Uptown or Edgewater at the times that I was available.  So, I decided to start my own. All people are welcome to join!  We are always looking to make new friends. We have two regularly scheduled meet ups.  There is one every other week on Sunday afternoons.  The other is on Monday evenings on the opposite weeks (so there is only one meet up per week).

Let;s go back to nature and learn how to make vegan soaps together. Also learn how to make your own herbal tea blends for your personal needs and taste. It is so easy to combine both of these arts and create more and more fine smelling and tasting goodies for your mind , body and soul. I started this group because I love to meet new people and exchange great ideas about a healthy living. There is so much knowledge out there, so let's bring it together and learn from each other. I am happy to off …

This is Book Club for those who have a passion for reading. We will select books that are simply so good you have to talk about it ! If you have a book you have read and you want to swap with someone that would be great too. If you have not yet read the book but have heard about it. We will read our fav parts and hopefully motivate you. Men and women ages 18 and up are welcome.

This is a group for all the beautiful, intelligent Chicago/Evanston ladies in their 20s with husbands or serious boyfriends who wanna hang out together. We all have our single girlfriends who go out every weekend hoping for a good bang or something more (come on, we're young and it's what we do!), but lucky us - we already have that! This group is for anyone who feels like they don't fit in with their single girlfriends anymore when they go out clubbing, mingling, and meeting new guys. Here, we …

Looking to have Bunch, Lunch, or Dinner with other like minded Geneen Roth fans? Let's get together to eat mindfully and enjoy each other's company.

Learn to play the ancient Asian game of Go, also known as Wei Chi and Baduk. Go is the oldest board game in the world, estimated to be 4,000 years old. It is a game of pure skill. The rules are simple, and can be learned in a few minutes, but mastering the game can take a lifetime. The Evanston Go Club is the oldest Go club in the Chicagoland area, having met continuously every week for the past 15 years. We have a wide range of players, from novices to strong amateurs. We are a free club, we we …