Happiness is a state of mind or feeling characterized by contentment, satisfaction, pleasure, or joy. Happiness comes from deep within, and not from people, situations, or circumstances. According to Researchers from Harvard Medical School and the University of California, San Diego: “When an individual becomes happy, the network effect can be measured up to three degrees. One person’s happiness triggers a chain reaction that benefits not only his friends, but his friends’ friends, and his frien …

My usual and favorite form of exercise is weight lifting & body building. I want to mix it up with cardio and other forms and I decided to run outdoors. I assumed that I would find many runners in the hood to run with and came to meetup. Not finding any group here, I decided to start my own. For this group, I am thinking of setting up runs on the weekend. Yes, through the winter. For the most part, runs will be at the springbrook forest preserve. Once snow accumulates on the ground, runs will be …

Life Is A Journey, Do You Have A Compass? Compass is a personal development company for women offering affordable, accessible coaching programs. Our mission is to make coaching available and affordable for anyone who wants one. Compass inspires, empowers and connects people to themselves and to a personal development network through coaching programs and services along with the structured support of the Compass Coaching Network. Accountibility, Structured Support & Resources are just some of the …

Suburban Singles Solution provides the most exciting singles events and activities for suburban singles who don’t want to necessarily drive into the city to meet other singles. Our Mixers are located in the Suburbs, close to home. You don’t have to drive down-town to meet someone who possibly lives 20 to 30 miles away. There are plenty of singles who live in your area, why not meet them?  According to recent studies at Northwestern University, the most successful way of finding companionship is …

Have no friends? Have a lot of friends but are tired of them? Are you personality type A? Type B? No one cares. Let's hang out anyway. Members can suggest a meetup for any time anywhere. If you cannot attend meetups during the week, suggest one for the weekend. You can even host. Typical Meetups include going to a bar, dining, dancing, sitting around talking, going to the movies, etc.

The Wellness Assembly is our effort to bring people together for the purpose of promoting health and wellness.  It is for those who are looking to adopt a lifestyle change and are passionate about inviting others to do so as well. The purpose of this meetup is two-fold. To provide a unique opportunity for those seeking to transform their lives and make health and wellness their #1 priority.  (visit betterbodyvideo.com) To engage in fun fitness activities as a group (e.g. bike ride, hiking trip, …

This group was designed for 20 and 30 somethings who want to take advantage of the best the Western Chicago Suburbs has to offer. This is the perfect group for people who want to have a great time, but don't want to drive to the city to meet new friends.  Feel free to suggest activities you are interested in!   If you have a more introverted personality, or have problems talking to new people, hang in there.  It can take a while to feel comfortable with a new group of people.  Also, you may want …

This group is for 20 somethings in and around Naperville who want to meet other people in the area and have a good time. We can meet for after-work drinks, weekend adventure, and occasionally we can head to the city for even more adventure!

Hello,  Thanks for your interest in the AALR Meetup!  You'll always find a friendly, welcoming atmosphere at AALR. There's plenty of time to connect with stakeholders, learn about areas of importance to the community, and exchange news and ideas.  Refreshments are available.  We cordilly invite you to check us out at:  www.aalrtoday.org.  Meanwhile, here's additional information about our group.   Background Since 2000 the African American Leadership Roundtable Inc. (AALR), we've worked to prom …

" MBF is an inspirational Moms group that just might change your life!" quote from MBF Mom. "...we walk BY FAITH, not by sight." 2 Corinthians 5:7 Welcome to Moms By Faith! We are a group of Moms of all ages, all walks of life, Christian faith, and even Moms who are just interested in learning about the christian faith. The goal of this Mom's group is to uplift, encourage and connect with each other and our children. Our vision is to share inspiration, support and friendship through the glory …

Hi there!  I used to belong to a wonderful, monthly book club, but due to a change in my work schedule, I was no longer able to attend.  I decided to create my own.  We currently meet on Tuesdays, and alternate meeting each month at 1 pm and 7 pm.  Days/times we meet may change, but advanced notice will be given.  **Starting in August, we will be meeting Mondays.** The book of the month will be posted at least a couple months in advance.  This is not a 'chick-lit' only group.  We read a variety …

Grab your shoes, a bottle of water, and let's get a move on!   This group is for 30 somethings in the Naperville area who are on the lookout for fun and active things to do in the area. While going out for dinner, drinks, and movies is fun (and likely to show up on the group calendar every now and then), the main purpose of this group is to get people off the couch and outside doing something active!   Meetups include walking/jogging on the riverwalk, bike riding, hiking, kayaking, tennis, etc i …

Looking to create a fun social event for cougars/milfs/mature women/married, but bored looking to meet younger men. These young men will be willing to shower you with attention. How? Dancing, pool, bowling, board games, trivia, workshops, etc. are all activities we will be doing. If you can think of a fun activity then please suggest it. This is for the Chicago Suburbs only. If you're a cougar/milf/mature woman/married and looking for some attention from younger men then this group is for you! …

Are you looking to meet other people in their 20's, 30's, and 40’s and beyond? Are you single, married, dating, engaged (I think that just about covers every status), do you live in the Western or Southern suburbs of Chicago? Do you love to try new things, have a sense of adventure and have a blast! Then this group is for you! We love to dine, dance, go to the movies, hang out, camp, go on trips, go bowling, go to fairs and festivals, go see bands, Hikes, Picnics, Whirly Ball, go to Race track, …

It’s time to get out, flirt and have fun with fellow single members for fun, friendship...and maybe more. We schedule dancing, wine tastings, dinners, games, tours, outdoor activities or anything else that you can think of! Please be willing to post a recent picture of yourself and schedule any activities you would like.

Hi Everyone! Welcome to our group. After attending several events and meeting some wonderful people thru meetup Liz, Sheila and I formed this group in March of 2008. Little did we know that this group would turn out to be the most popular in the western suburbs and with that form many new friendships along the way. Without the initial help & suggestions and input of the original members this group would not be what it is today. Many thanks should go to them and to Liz & Sheila who stayed focus o …