B.I.G. is a visionary gateway that offers support, education and networking  for smart women (and let's face it -we're all smart!)  Your first B.I.G. Meeting is FREE.  Once you've enjoyed your first meeting, we hope you find great value in becoming a member along with the rest of our women. Mission -- To create an environment where women empower each other toward their personal and professional goals and dreams. We currently host meetings in nearly 60 local communities throughout the country an …

What happened to us??!! If your like me, your single or divorced, busy with a full time job, and with commitments at home which don't allow you much time for yourself. I find myself spending way too much energy on the daily grind instead on having fun, staying active, and investing some time in myself. I  started a new Meetup for those of us in our 30's and 40's who find themselves single and looking for an opportunity to meet new people, start new friendships, and get out and have some fun. It …

Registration for 2013-2014 School year is now closed. Please contact us in April, 2014 if you are interested in joining for the 2014-2015 school year. We do not take new applicants during the school year. Home School Village Enrichment HSVE is committed to providing Christian families with a high quality, low cost enrichment program that compliments the home schooling experience and provides a safe and nurturing environment for children and their families to grow in learning and fellowship with …

Discover Photography! is for people who are interested in getting together with a group of like-minded people and learning your camera.  We all have to start somewhere to learn photography, so the main focus of our group will be a friendly learning environment where you are free to ask questions and feel supported.  Some things you can look forward to: *A community of friends and fellow photographers who share your passion. *A friendly environment to learn your craft. *Occasional classroom-style …

We are a thriving group of Alternative Health Professionals on a mission to change the world from an environment of disease management to optimal health and wellness. Through the collaboration of Alternative Health Professionals, we can create a tipping point in the nation that will encourage  prevention.  Allowing individuals to maintain their good health rather than waiting for the reactive nature of the “health system” we're experiencing now.  We believe the human body was meant for wellness …

Are you looking to meet friendly local moms to share experiences, get advice and most importantly have fun? You've come to the right place! Totally Tots offers many fun play dates and social events for you and your child(ren) newborn - 6 yrs., including local parks, museums, zoos, farms, home play dates, crafts, and mom’s night out. We welcome all stay at home moms and dads, part time, and full time working moms and dads who are looking for playgroups and social activities in Joliet, Shorewood, …

" 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, support and connect with each other and our children in safe, nonjudgmental environment. We have Faith Enrichment Days with …

WELCOME TO THUNDERBIRD DANCES. Hi. We host Chicagoland's Biggest Parties for Singles with 300 and up at every Party. Our red hot DJ's will keep the dance floor packed with fun and friendly singles mxing top club and dance music. If you're single and like to dance or just mingle and socialize, we created these parties just for you in a safe, secure party environment. Every party features great music at a great venue. Free snacks, free parking, huge dance floors, great raffle prizes and a great cr …

The Berwyn Gaming Group represents a small portion of the roleplaying community in the greater Chicago area. We are players and DMs from all walks of life, representing decades of experience through at least four incarnations of the D&D system. Anyone with the desire to play or run a campaign is welcome! Quick Questions and Answers What does theThe Berwyn Gaming Group Meetup offer? -We offer a safe, supervised environment to experience D&D (or any roleplaying system). The Meetup Organizer and …

Elevated Delights Intuitive Arts Training Center The Intuitive Arts Training Center and Metaphysical Classes can assist your growth by providing exceptional training by highly ethical practitioners and teachers.  Our teachers are able to provide course material in a manner in which everyone can understand, and practice in class as well as on their own.  Our Training Center teaches how to use your Intuitive gifts, how to connect to receive information and answers to questions. All of our classe …

Our goal is to let everyone play soccer to the best of their ability in a friendly and supportive environment. Come to the game ready to play good, clean, and fun soccer and allow everybody to have a good time. Absolutely no rough or overly competitive play allowed. A casual, fun pick up soccer meet up for men and women of all ages to stay fit and have fun! All levels of soccer skills are welcome! Very important: We want to keep it safe for everyone, so rough plays and/or sliding tackles are NOT …

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 group is for anyone in Chicago or the suburbs interested in Graphic Design, Freelance Design and Graphic Design Students. We want to get together monthly with other design creatives and exchange ideas and tips on the latest design trends, products, client needs, tricks of the trade, and anything else that involves graphic design in a casual environment. We welcome all levels and areas of experience and expertise.

The South Naperville Women's Chapter meets weekly to develop business, exchange leads, and increase their business success. We only allow one business per category, so this is a great opportunity to get in on the ground floor of a growing group. The chapter is based on Leads Club 34 year successful system to increase business, develop relationships, become a resource, while in a positive, supportive environment. We are actively looking for women in some of the following categories: Financial Pla …

Meet other Conscious people near you! Come to a Concscious Meetup and meet with fellow minglers for fun, friendship, networking...and maybe more! Converse with other people who value Personal Growth, Holistic Health, Environment, Body-Mind-Spirit and other like minded individuals.

This group is for anyone who is concerned about the environment and supports the green movement. We will have speakers on sustainability, holistic living, bio fuel, ecology, gardening, natural living, slow food and more. Basically it is for like minded folks who are willing to network and share information. Our goal is to educate each other and help stamp out greenwashing.  We want to help make the world a better place.  Come out and join us!

To unite like- minded business professionals who are intrinsically Motivated to grow their businesses. The Motivated Connection exists to promote an environment that is conducive to helping members increase productivity, revenue and profitability. We will accomplish this by building authentic relationships, promoting education, growing our sphere of influence, serving our communities and supporting our fellow MC Peers.

We are an informal, inclusive progressive social group. Meet other people in Schaumburg and surrounding suburbs who are fighting the good fight. Many liberals and progressives in the NW suburbs think they're the only ones when in reality they live in liberal-leaning neighborhoods. Come on out and meet your neighbors! More about the Drinking Liberally network: http://livingliberall... Subscribe to the Schaumburg Drinking Liberally mailing list. What is Drinking Liberally? Raise your spirits while …

OBJECTIVE This group is designed for exclusive group of women that is focused on learning about different areas/professions today women entrepreneurs have been progressing in with full confidence and achieving new highs every day. The group facilitates building, encouraging, motivating and inspiring women to go after their dreams and to pursue whatever passions they may have. We pride ourselves on Faith, Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Structure, Excellence, Loyalty and Teamwork. We call …

We're looking for dynamic, motivated business women that want to increase their business success! Join this group to get exclusive category representation (no competitors), build relationships, and become a resource! We'll provide a structured, positive, supportive environment where you can work together to increase your business with measurable results! Other area chapters developed over $200K in business in 2012 and are on track to go further in 2013! Don't miss your chance, join early and sec …

Come check us out! Whether your goal is to overcome a fear of public speaking, take your presentation skills from good to great, or strengthen your leadership skills through leadership programs and networking, Toastmasters is the place to be. Stop in and visit a Saturday Sunrise meeting for free and see what Toastmasters can do for you. Saturday Sunrise Toastmasters is the perfect place to improve your communication skills, develop the leadership skills you desire, and increase your ability to …

Welcome new members! Meet up with people who are interested in exploring more about The Law of Attraction. Our objective is to learn, understand and ultimately know how to be, do or have everything we've ever wanted in our lives. Whether the subject is new to you, or you have been on the path for years or decades - this meetup is for you. We have been meeting every other week since April, 2007 and we invite you to join us in a comfortable, free-thinking environment to learn how to experience mor …

Whether you are just sticking your toe into the waters of astrology, or have been reading and studying (and swimming in) the vast ocean of astrology for years... Whether you know Venus from Mars (and we hope you do!), or how the Cardinal Cross has affected world events and politics... If you want to meet others of a like mind, others who are both curious and knowledgeable about the workings of our planets as they influence us down on earth... AND If you live in the Chicagoland area, this is the …

If you "get it", this is your group. You are fully aware that everything in the Universe is connected. You've read the books, you've watched the movies, you've done the work, now what? The path of enlightenment is never-ending, and through this meetup, you will learn about events that will help you continue the process, and meet like-minded folks while you're at it! While many of the activities will be "doing the work", others will be more social in nature, spending time with folks who have perh …

This group is designed for Connected Investors in and around the Southwest Suburbs.  Enjoy a real estate investor networking group focused on connecting you with the local people & resources you need to take your life to the next level.  This Meetup group is focused around doing deals.  No educational products are being sold, but we may give you a few for free. Looking for an investment property to purchase? Join our group.  Want to connect with local real estate millionaires? Make it to your me …

This is a group for all Multicultural moms with infants and toddlers in Naperville and the surrounding suburbs looking to connect in an environment that promotes diversity and new friendships. We'll meet once a month for group gatherings at local venues like the Brookfield zoo, the arboretum, the Naperville Children's Museum, and local parks. Smaller playgroups can also be arranged on a weekly basis.

This group is for Tai-Chi practitioners to meet other people to share their experiences and practice together. You are also welcome to join us if you would like to learn T'ai chi ch'uan (sometimes spelled as Taijiquan but commonly shortened as Tai Chi).  We do not charge any fees nor we provide any formal instructions (unless some of our members are occasionally willing to work with beginners), but you are welcome to join us and follow along while we practice to learn it. TaiChi is a practice th …

Adult Children of Alcoholics is an anonymous Twelve Step, Twelve Tradition program of women and men who grew up in an alcoholic or otherwise dysfunctional homes. We meet with each other in a mutually respectful, safe environment and acknowledge our common experiences. We discover how childhood affected us in the past and influences us in the present (see The Laundry List, and The Problem). We take positive action. By practicing the Twelve Steps, focusing on The Solution, and accepting a loving H …