The Brave Way Self Defense Program is an effective self-defense system based on instinctive principles that are easy to learn.The techniques we teach work regardless of your size, strength, speed, experience or physical ability. This 2 hour class will be held at various park district facilities in the northshore, north suburbs and northwest suburbs. If you would like to attend please RSVP  and contact the individual Park District  to resister and pay for the class. If you live in the town the c …

If you became a mother for the first time between 2010 and 2011 and want to allow your child to be active physically, socially, and mentally, (and make new friends in the process), then welcome to the Fox Valley Active Moms Meetup. What is required of you?  Be Active when possible, pay your small dues, and be respectful to your fellow members by being on time to events and updating RSVPs accordingly (2+ No Shows to an event means removal from the group). Respect also includes staying home to get …

Greetings Parents of kids with Autism, Asperger's ADD/ADHD, and other related differences, Are you looking for a way to help your child improve their social skills? Does your child get stuck on one topic? Does your child have huge meltdowns over not-so-huge problems? Would you like to see your child be a little more flexible? If you answered yes, have you heard about Superflex(TM) or Social Thinking(R)? Social Thinking(R) is an exciting and innovative approach helping kids develop “socia …

Sports Monster FC provides fun, friendly, competitive and organized soccer to the Schaumburg, Itasca, Elk Grove Village, Naperville, Elgin, and Palatine areas. Whether you've been playing all your life, or you're a little rusty, we create an environment that gives everyone a chance to compete. In addition to pickup games and weekly tournaments, Sports Monster also offers leagues and clinics. For more information about our leagues, email Lynn: Lynn@sportsmonster.net. Or click here for more info a …

Mothers & More is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of mothers through support, education and advocacy. We address mothers’ needs as individuals and members of society, and promote the value of all the work mothers do. Please visit our website to learn more: http://www.dupagemothersandmore.org/ **Please be sure to review our group's rules and guidelines before you join. They're important and, we feel, worth the read. For the details, click on "Pages" and then "Rules and …

This is a social and networking group of professionals in the western suburbs of Chicago near Oak Brook, IL. We will meet every few weeks for happy hour to relax and have a little fun after work at some of the great restaurants in the area.

Hello Lovelies! We are a great group of ladies looking to make some friends and try new things. This group was originally created in hopes of finding some like-minded woman who want to build their network of girlfriends and make lasting friendships. I would like to continue with this goal as new organizer and add that I would like this group to be a place to try new things, let be adventurous together! I'm in my late 20s and would love to meet with other women in their 20s and early 30s. I was a …

It seems everyone in the suburbs is married and the only way to get out is to hang in bars. This group is a way to enjoy activities with others without the pressure of dating. Experience a wide range of activities with other singles including restaurants, nightlife, boating, wine tasting, hiking, biking, miniature golf, bowling, trap shooting, paintball, zip-lining and many more in the Northwest Suburbs. You don't have to be alone. Join us, have fun doing fun stuff, and meet new friends and mayb …

We are super excited to start a group that is focused on socializing, having fun and traveling! This group is for anyone that wants to have fun; young, old, married, single, families . . . anyone! We will be planning numerous events in the Western suburbs and beyond! We will go out to dinner, movies, plays, concerts, fairs and festivals, bars, have house parties, game nights, Ladies only events, day trips, weekend trips and big trips and a whole lot more. We have been organizing meetups for the …

Greetings. Thank you for your interest in relaxation-meditation. I am Helena- Prana. I am a fortunate and blessed soul. A few years ago I found out that happiness was hidden within me. I now have peace of mind, feel love and joy in my heart, and peace in my being. And I know that everyone can feel the same. My intention is to help you to relax your body, mind and heart, to release stress, anxiety, to raise your consciousness , so you can enjoy your life. This group is for everyone who is interes …

Want to try new things, travel to exciting places, & make fun new friends? Join us! We are not a travel company & we don't just talk about trips, we do them! ADVENTURE TRAVEL & SOCIAL CLUB CHICAGO & BEYOND OUR CLUB is for fun men and women, ages 30-100! We welcome singles & couples, of any relationship status, to join us. The more, the merrier! This is a fun group for everybody! OUR EVENTS include daytrips, weekend getaways, daytrips, well planned affordable international trips, & fun social …

There are a few other book clubs out there, but not many in the NW corner of the city.  I struggled to find one that was just for women and had spots available at their upcoming events.  So, I started my own group. I'm also hoping to expand beyond the monthly book discussions.  It would be great to meet other women that are interested in dinners, wine tasting, etc. Please note: This group has $4 dues for each 6-month period.  The current period is May 2013 to October 2013.  You can either pay at …

Fun, Frugal, Females............. Are you committed to a relationship but find yourself looking for something to do during a given afternoon or evening???? Maybe you are an empty nester or soon to be one??? Perhaps you are looking for a group that likes the word inexpensive? You do not like staying home, but going to lunch every week is taking a toll out of your budget. Well you may have found what you are looking for. It can be quite a challenge to keep up the social life without spending much …

Meet other women in your area for friendship and socializing! Ever wish you had a group of girlfriends you could call up and get together with when you needed? Similar to a "Sex in the City" gathering where you are with your closest lady friends and you can talk about anything and just have some good laughs! Or even maybe plan a trip together. Come out and gather with women (median age seems to be 30's-50's, single, married, has kids, doesn't have kids, empty nesters, all welcome) in your local …

Meet with others in your local area interested in building and strengthening the Drupal Community. Discuss new and exciting Drupal-related news - or just socialize with like-minded people! Our Meetups are open to anyone interested in developing and operating sustainable websites and applications. Our focus will be to offer opportunities for our group members grow their understanding and appreciation of the Drupal framework and create a cooperative community in the far western suburbs of Chicago. …

Single Concept Adventure Club is a Group of single professionals. Interesting people who do interesting things,seeking like minded individuals for social or business networking to enjoy fun activities, travel and exciting events.

This is a new group for women that are interested in reading new releases and classic literature. We will begin by meeting at Barnes & Noble Cafe' at Geneva Commons. I chose a book for our first meeting at it is: "an Invisible Thread" by Laura Schroff and Alex Tresniowski. Please bring suggestions for next books to the first gathering.  Discussion questions are at the end of the book.

The Fabulous Group was created for woman in who are looking to get out with the girls every once in a while leaving their worries behind for a little while, or just to make new friends.  Most of our events will be dinners/ drinks with the occasional group outings. We welcome you to join us in having fun and making great friendships. A photo and first name are required to gain approval to join the group. This helps everyone put a face with a name. If you prefer to email me your photo and not post …

This group is for single men and women ages 25-50,  who are looking to meet new people/friends in the far western suburbs (Lisle, Glen Ellyn, Downers Grove, Woodridge, Naperville, Aurora, etc). Although we are movie buffs, we're open to meeting-up before or after films for appetizers and cocktails or to explore the nightlife in the area. Movies will be scheduled at different theaters throughout the western suburbs: 1st run, 2nd run, matinees, evenings, weekdays, weekends, and drive-in. We'll als …

Welcome to "It's All About The Ride"! This Meet-Up group is operated and sponsored by the American Cruisers MC Chi-Town Chapter #121. We welcome anyone who wants to come out and ride with our club. All bikes and all levels of experience are welcome. We are drama free and here to have fun, enjoy the ride, meet new people and visit new destinations. We  ride for pleasure, causes, charities and always for fun. LETS RIDE !

The purpose of this Meet-Up Community is simply to organize fun events for singles in the Burbs to meet and mingle over cocktails once a month.  Our first event is a mixer at Vibe Lounge, Wednesday, December 21st in Schaumburg.  We've also arranged a special drink package with the lounge for all our members that evening...$5 Martinis / Cocktails and $3.00 Beers! Are you tired of all the blind dates that friends and family set you up on, or the creeps you meet on dating sites?  Let's face it, it' …

LIVE CHAT too!  This group is for those in and around the Western suburbs of Chicago who want a nice, stress free way to meet others in the area. I hope you will enjoy the events we organize and find this a great way to meet new people in your community... Let me conclude by saying, WE ARE SOME OF THE FRIENDLIEST PEOPLE WHO ATTEND MEETUP EVENTS!!! Yes, you will feel included, yes you will be encouraged to join into the conversations... Yes, you will be introduced around....

You got a grill? Wanna have fun? Ok, 'nuf said. Bring meat, one side, and let the fun begin.

Okay ladies are you ready to meet more men in one night and be swept off your feet with compliments, dancing, dates and even a possible kiss? How many of us ladies have gone to many events and experienced too many women, very few select men that appeal to us, way too many old men, and not enough guys that could keep up with us. Its always been a stigma, that older men go after the younger women because they feel young and alive again, they are going through a mid life crisis, need a sports car …

The Elgin Community of Christ is excited to announce the launching of a Young Peacemaker’s Club for all children ages Kindergarten thru 8th grade! "The Young Peacemakers Club began in 1992 with an all volunteer staff and seven children in Sioux City, IA. Since that time, Young Peacemaker’s Clubs have started all over the world by people who believe that each life makes a difference. The skills of peacemaking have been promoted by this global grassroots effort to over 120 countries in such divers …

SKI TRIPS FOR 2012 SKI SEASON : JANUARY 6-8...GRANITE PEAK, WISCONSIN (Bus Trip) JANUARY 21-28...TAOS, NEW MEXICO FEBRUARY 24 26 - INDIANHEAD, MICHIGAN (Bus Trip) FEBRUARY 8-13...WINTER PARK, COLORADO MARCH 3-10...TELLURIDE, COLORADO Snowdrifters Ski Club was founded in 1961 to promote and celebrate the sport of downhill snow skiing in the Fox Valley region of Illinois. Over the years, we have grown in size and scope to become an alpine and social club with a year-round calendar of trips, s …

Welcome to the West Chicago Public Library District's Meetup Group! Join our Meetup page for the latest information on upcoming programs, activities, book discussions, and other events at the library! Here are some others ways that you can also connect with us: http://www.westchicago.lib.il.us/ https://www.facebook.com/wcpld (630) 231-1552 wcref1@westchicago.lib.il.us

The Social Action Committee of Countryside Church Unitarian Universalist. We are promoting the upcoming CWS Cropwalk for Palatine Township in coordination with many of the local houses of faith.