Looking to combine effective business networking with fun & profit, inexpensively? Tired of the same old stale networking groups you either already belong to or have been to in the past? C'mon out and give ABN a test-ride...(Read-on, but if you can't find what you're looking for here, please contact organizers Geoff Morris (708-302-1280) or Lynn Lionhood (630-697-6889) with questions about our B2B networking group...You can also find us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=15710 …

Missing the opportunity for good conversation, laughs that make your belly hurt, and real women who understand you? This group, generally for women aged 35+ (not a rule; just a guideline -- ages range from early 30s to late 70s), is for you!  Meet some local women, make new friends, and visit with some you've met in the past. We will get together for drinks, dancing, movies, coffee, lunch, dinner, sporting events, wine tastings, spa outings, shopping events, TV show activities, book club and any …

Restarting your life after the loss of a spouse can be difficult and intimidating. The goal of this group is to form friendships, give and receive support, and enjoy different social activities. I'm certain that we all have interests to share, and activities that we would like to do with other people. Here is an opportunity to make new friends and being to enjoy more of our life. Since we all have something unique to bring to the group, all ages are welcome.

This group exists to encourage people to get into the outdoors for physical and mental health and have a blast doing it! We intend to exploit as many opportunities in the area as possible to never be without something to do... kayaking, biking, camping, backpacking, hiking, shooting, fishing, skiing ..... We would like to introduce you to new and interesting activities you've always wanted to try. We also like to hold social events from time to time just to give people a chance to meet, chat, an …

Sole Seekers is a Walking Club that focuses on increasing an individual’s physical activity to help boost energy, increase self confidence, reduce stress and better his or her quality of life. The club also acts as a support group, which shares life experiences on how to become more active, make better food choices and have a positive attitude. The paved trail we utilize is a 1/2 of a mile long. You walk at your own pace for as long as you can each week. It's the safest most effective way to sta …

Are you interested in becoming a part of a playgroup in the southwest suburbs? Getting out of the house with your little one(s)? Participating in fun, memorable trips and get togethers with other moms that can relate to you? I know I am! I am looking for other moms who would like to meet up with our young children at each others' homes, parks, plan trips to fun places in the area and make friends. There is no other bond like the one moms share. I am a 30-ish year old stay-at-home mom of three. T …

This group is for women of a certain age (50+) who find that family and work are not enough. This group is for women who want to socialize, dine out, shop, get together for outings, travel, and visit one another. We all know that maintaining social relationships is important to a healthy lifestyle. Joining this group and participating actively will help us maintain this in a positive way.

Our group started  in 2010, with a mission of getting moms and kids together so that we could enjoy each other's company, share information and get to know the area of La Grange together. We try to meet every week with a different activity for our kids.  We also work to meet every month with just the moms for some good adult conversation. Most of the people in the group have toddlers around three years old, and many have second children under 6 months of age. Because our meet-ups are often at …

Two years ago, our ambitious friend and founder, Meghan, started this wonderful mom's group because she would "see other moms in Brookfield and the surrounding areas and want to stop and meet them all." Today, we are over 100 members strong and still growing!  Our calendar is packed with fun events almost daily (weekends & evenings, too).  Whether you are looking for park play dates, trips to the zoo, holiday themed parties, backyard play groups, a book club, exercise buddies, or mom and/or dad' …

Mothers and Company is a group of moms offering friendship and support. We schedule interactive playgroups and events, giving moms and kids a wide variety of opportunities to socialize. Membership is open to anyone in Chicagoland, though we focus most of our activities in the following areas: Beverly, Mt. Greenwood, Evergreen Park, Alsip, Oak Lawn and Chicago Ridge. Playgroups are typically geared for kids 6 and under. We hope you'll join us, and we look forward to meeting you!

This playgroup is for Mommies with Toddlers.  We are accepting members with children, ages ranging from 6 months to 5 years old. Come join other stay at home moms in the South Suburbs for friendship and fun!  We will meet for lunch, walks, play dates, museums, Moms Night Out and much more fun! This group was created for toddlers, so events are catered to that age range.  Join now to meet other stay at home mommies like you! If you are looking to become a member of this group, please email us. …

We are a group of new moms looking to make mommy friends in the Oak Lawn area. Most of us started our families in 2010. This year, many of us are expanding our families with second babies. Our goal is to build a local network of moms so we can plan social activities for our children, our families and ourselves. The age range of the children in our group is  newborn to 3 years. We are looking to meet other moms with children in this same age range. If you are a new mom in Oak Lawn (or within a fi …

I welcome you to join us for a support and empowerment group for women. This group is intended to be a safe place for women to receive the nurturance and wisdom that they so often give to others in their lives. This is a holistic personal growth group where we look at personal, social, mind, body, and spiritual aspects of our lives. We also will bring in guest speakers and host retreats and activities that focus on enriching the lives of our members. We would love to have you join us!

This group has a simple theme, it's for couples who like meeting other couples for varied activities across the south west and western suburbs. If you are young, mid age, old, live together or married, it doesn't matter! "Couples" is about any twosomes who would like to join others for dinner, walking, biking and any social activities that we all share with light conversation and meeting and enjoying new friends. Let's face it there are times when you enjoy doing things with other couples as wel …

I have come to realize that I have been put on this Earth to help others...  Do you feel the same way? If so, this is the Group for you!! My goal is to schedule at least one (1) fundraiser event or volunteer opportunity per month. I am looking for Members who have the capacity (heart-wise or time-wise) to actively participate in this endeavor. The idea is to help others -- not to make money for yourself or a business you own or are promoting. THE most important thing about this Group is that y …

The Nomad Ski club is a Chicago-area not for profit skiing, snowboarding, and social club, established in 1961. The club is composed of over 200 members dedicated to offering the most economical and hassle free ski/snowboard trips for our members during the winter and we offer a year-round schedule of activities to keep us active. Annual favorites include a camping/biking trip, concerts, dancing, and music in the park picnics. Each year we organize an extensive bicycling schedule that our member …

Married and Engaged Couples have fun too! Finally an "ALL" Couples social group! Let's Face it We are No longer Single! This group is designed for married or engaged couples who want to get together to hangout and enjoy great conversation. This is strictly for couples who are learning what it takes to make this thing work! Couples in there 30's are welcome. One meet up per month is required to remain an active member, this is a VERY active group unlike any other meet up group! There is a $6.50 …

Feed the passion of paintball, free the gunfighter in you. This is the home of the CHICAGO GUNFIGHTERS. We will be organizing get togethers for open play sessions at various fields, as well as private events. All players are welcome regardless of sKILL levels. Meet and network with other players in your area. Post and sell your old gear. Note: paintball is an inherently dangerous activity, and Chicago Gunfighters assumes no liability for injuries obtained during your participation.

The Little Black Dress Club is the premier women’s social network specializing in adventure, sophistication and friendship! Our diverse membership includes women who share a common spirit and a taste for the finer things in life! We enjoy activities such as themed dinner parties, casual happy hours, fashion shows, adventure and beach vacations, and celebrity book signings. We boast a penchant for “out-of-the-box” ideas and our generous contributions to charity. Our members are recognized for the …

Let's get together for affordable and fun activities , like going to storytime at the library, having picnics at the Park, swinging by the malls to the play area and play dates in our homes. We can also have events for just the ladies, like moms night-out, movies, dinner… and anything else that looks like fun.” This group is the group where every mom is welcomed and get the feeling that she is meeting her friends.

Life doesn't end with a divorce or an end of a relationship. You have to pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and get back into the game. Nobody will do this for you--only you can. Hopefully this group and its members will facilitate in the transformation of what may look like a dire situation now into an avenue in which you can meet new friends and acquaintances. We are hoping to set up casual Meetups in the southwest suburbs which will include wine tasting, music, dancing, festivals, etc., in …

Calling all Oak Park, Riverside, Berwyn, and La Grange parents of teen Minecrafters! If have a kid or teen who loves Minecraft, this meetup is for you! We will be meeting at the Buona Beef in Berwyn (6745 Roosevelt Road Berwyn, IL 60402) every Saturday at 2 pm. If you have a laptop, bring it with you; Buona Beef has free wifi. Come to the Meetup to play Minecraft with other kids, talk Minecraft, share Minecraft ideas, exchange hints for playing, and talk about ideas for mods. Please email or RSV …

This is a group for anyone interested in SCUBA, snorkeling and bubble watching, too. All skill levels are welcome. We started this group as a vehicle to grow our SCUBA family. We have fun, as divers will, by staying WET! There are many dive trips, both local and abroad, offered throughout the year. Whether it's in Lake Michigan, the Red Sea, or Solomon Islands, you'll find Atlantis Divers! We also get together once a month to talk all things SCUBA and we periodically meet just for fun. Atlantis …

This is a group for people that desire to have an active role in preventing youth violence in Chicago. Through the cooperation and collaboration of Chicago communities, this group plans to gather parents, youth, teachers, law enforcement, businesses and other community members together to create preventative strategies to keep Chicago youth safe.

How do you...or did you... find a good contractor or material supplier when remodeling? Where do you start? How do you go about finding the right people? Reputable & reasonable people?  People you can trust? Get information you need or share information that you have. Join others who are curious, anxious or frustrated about how to find a good, reputable & reliable contractor for your home or remodeling or construction project? This will also be a social group of sorts.  Meeting at home indus …

Calling all parents of Scratchers, Minecraft Modders, Java/Python/C++/ c#/ Lua/ Ruby programmers! No matter what programming language your child prefers, or which one your child wants to master, if you have a child who loves programming, this meetup is for you! Even if your child programs in a language not listed here, you are welcome to join. Also parents of complete newbies to programming are also welcome. Parents of any and all kids who love computer science are welcome here. Thus is NOT a dr …

Today, more and more families are declaring their independence and taking personal responsibility for their family’s own safety and security during times of emergency. These events may be natural or man-made, but both important. Together, our chapters of Responsible Citizens work together forming stronger and more educated, self-reliant individuals and families. Through group activities, discussions and seminars, some of the topics we will talk about are: ☺ Food Storage ☺ Survival Packs ☺ Water …