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....

Dupage Referral Network is a members-only group of people sharing these great referrals. Some members are independent professionals or represent family owned businesses, while others represent, multi national corporations. Each member is the only representative of their business category, so members are not competing against each other for the same leads. PLEASE DO NOT JOIN IF YOU ARE A REALTOR / REAL ESTATE BROKER INSURANCE AGENT WEB DESIGNER, COMPUTER HARDWARE REPAIR, TECH GUIDE SOCIAL MEDIA M …

We are a group of pug lovers who get together once a month for pugs and parents to socialize. We have been meeting since February 2004 and have gradually grown to a nice size group. Many of our pugs (and parents) have really gotten to know each other and look forward to our monthly play date. We currently meet at the A.D.O.P.T. Pet Shelter in Naperville each month on the 3rd Saturday for an hour or so of off-leash playtime. We are hoping to have more activities and generate new ideas. Please joi …

This group is a learning and networking Meetup for professionals who live or work in the West Suburbs. I'm launching the group to see where interest lies. Topics may include Social Media Marketing, Web 2.0, small business, corporate and brand marketing challenges, solutions and technologies. We'll mix up coffee/daytime meetings with after work times to see what works best.

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 …

Would you like to meet a great group of ladies who like to have fun and start great friendships? If you like shopping, going out to eat, Friday nights at the movies or just hanging out over coffee and great conversations, then this is the group for you. Activites and outings will be based on the interest of the members. So come and join in on the fun and meet some great ladies.  This group is about being yourself and enjoying time with new friends.

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 …

Kaitlin's Hideout is a play center for children with autism and other special needs.  We are also a social, resource and support center for parents and caregivers. We are dedicated to helping families in any way we possibly can.  We encourage families to socialize here, support one another and share resources. Anyone who is looking for personnel "face to face" support and socialization is strongly encouraged to join. Many of us find it difficult to meet people going through what we are, and te …

If your looking to meet some local girls that are in their mid to late 20’s and 30’s that live near the Northwest suburbs (Aurora, Naperville, Oakbrook, Wheaton, Schaumburg, Addison, Lombard etc.) area to do some adventurous type of activities such as Indoor/Outdoor rock climbing, biking, hiking, bowling, indoor racing etc or just want to meet up after work for happy hour, catch a good movie, or comedy show or get together at someone’s place for wine and cheese and game night then this is the gr …

This meetup is specifically for those interested in the western suburbs. Interested in joining us for a Grillers Anonymous event? Contact us at info@grillersanonymous.com or hit us up on facebook! MY FIRST GRILLERS ANONYMOUS MEATING Q&A Q: So what the heck is this Grillers Anonymous thing? A: Grillers Anonymous is a not for profit society of gentlemen grillers dedicated to the advancement and enjoyment of grilling, BBQ and beer.  The mission is to encourage fellowship and camaraderie among f …

LIVE CHAT too! Meet other Playful Smart Sexy SINGLES in the western suburbs that like going out and having fun meeting new people. Join us for socials, coffee outings, live music events or Dining, Wining, Dancing, ROMANCING! We know some people are shy at first so we also have ice breaker games at some of our larger events to get things off to a more comfortable start. Have you tried eHarmony, match, or the multitudes of internet dating sites that have that “we'll rip you off in your search fo …

In today's economy, the more quality connections you have, the better chance of not only surviving, but thriving in a competitive marketplace. We will get together once a month to exchange ideas, meet others and have short presentations about different businesses and different business tools. We meet the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7:30am, and we also meet online once a month at 7:30pm. We have a private Facebook group to maintain contact throughout the month.  Great place to network, share info …

Hi, I wanted to start a movie matinee and dinner group in the Western Burbs open to people 45 and over. I enjoy going to the movies in the afternoon before it gets "crazy busy" and then on to a nice dinner and great conversation. There are so many good places to go and I'd love to have some of you join me. There are other things we can do too, depending on the group. I am divorced and a new "empty nester" but this group is not limited to singles. We may do some "singles only" activities later bu …

The Chicago Area Real Estate Investors Association (Chicago Area REIA - http://www.careia.org/) is an ambitious group of people who invest in real estate located throughout the Chicagoland area. We are a not-for-profit group. We are also members of the National Real Estate Investors Association (National REIA). What this means is that we are supported and surrounded by a much larger group. Whether you're contemplating your first investment, growing with the challenges of the current real estate …

This is a group for moms and kids to connect and create friendships with other Christian homeschoolers in the area. It is a group where children and moms can encourage and support each other in this great adventure. Our meetups include park and play dates, field trips, holiday parties, and volunteer opportunties.

If you would like to meet other ladies in the Western Suburbs at breakfast/brunch, you'll enjoy this group. Going out for breakfast now and then is a treat for me, and I especially like going with "the girls," which is why I began this Meetup. As members, we'll get together about once a month and share thoughts on current events, what we're reading or doing right now (redecorating, just moved here, working on something interesting?) and anything else that's on our minds. Ladies, girls, women, wh …

MeetUp group for the moms of Good Sam and their friends to connect for fun playdates, mommy social activities and more. Currently only open to members by invitation only.

Grab your bike and let's go!!! Adventure Bike Club (ABC) is a meetup that bikes locally at least three times per week AND does adventure rides all over the world too! Our fearless leader, Raouf Radi, has biked for decades all over the globe and will expertly and safely lead all rides!  ALL SKILL LEVELS WELCOME!  NO EXCUSES NOT TO GET MOVING, WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?  Join Us!  :)

Would you like to know more about the Bible too? I'm looking to do a weekly Bible study with other Christian women (or women interested in learning about Christianity) to participate in a weekly Bible study to learn more about God's Word. I'm not looking for a large group...more of a small group study. I am a Catholic, but very Ecumenical. If you would like to join, please know there would be no belief bashing :) No knowledge of the Bible is necessary. The meetups will be in or near Glendale Hei …

This group exists to provide the time and space for creators to create. We will have open studio dates with the opportunity to to meet others with shared interests and roll up our sleeves and get messy with art materials. Think of your time much deserved self-care and spiritual empowering. Look forward to a wide array of opportunities to get involved and satisfy that hunger to stimulate the imagination.

This is a friendly social group set up for atheists to meet in the western suburbs of Chicago.

This is a social group for mothers who stay home full-time or work part-time with one or more children in the Wheaton Area. My goals are to make new friends, to connect with other moms and their children, to support each other, and to have fun!  Activities may include kids' outings, park days, recipe exchanges, and coffee/lunch meetups. Members are encouraged to suggest new programs or activities at any time. Meeting your neighborhood moms who have little ones the same age as yours is so ideal - …

THIS GROUP IS ONLY FOR WOMEN THAT HAVE TRAVELED WITH AYNNE.  To be a future member, please join My Travel Meetup first.  After you have been vetted on a trip, you are eligible to join this meetup.  We are a smaller off shoot of My Travel Meetup & Bucket List Travel. We will share all the benefits, meetups, and trips of our parent meetups, but we will have our own events & meetings on a smaller more intimate level as well. To join the larger co-ed meetup, please go to www.MyTravelMeetup.com

Workshop 88 is a hackerspace (also know as a makerspace) located in Chicago’s western suburbs. Focused on science, technology, mechanics, culture and the digital arts we offer a space were people with diverse backgrounds can socialize, collaborate and learn. Through shared resources, knowledge and ideas we strive to create a space that promotes community and learning. Workshop 88 is located in 481 N Main St. Rear Building Unit B, in downtown Glen Ellyn, IL. If you are interested in learning mor …

This is a group for anyone who is interested in speaking or learning the Spanish language. We invite all levels whether total beginners to native speakers of Spanish to join us and celebrate Latin American culture.

We are a group of traditional Catholics that are educating our children at home for various reasons. Homeschooling can be very rewarding and worth it but it can also be challenging and we may feel a bit isolated sometimes so support is wonderful when we need to talk things through or just hang out for a play date with some like minded friends. I would really like to see my kids form some good friendships as well. I would love to see this group evolve into something great and maybe get some kids …