Welcome to "FUN FRIENDS GROUP!", aka FFG! "Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways with a thoroughly worn out body, grinning from ear to ear, screaming... "WHOO-HOOO, what a ride!" The name says it all! If we are going to be "FUN FRIENDS GROUP" we need to stay busy enjoying all that life has to offer. No need to sit and let life pass you by when there are so many great activities, …

Drum circle?  What is a drum circle? Its free style drumming in a low key, loving, peaceful, welcoming environment. NO DRUMMING EXPERIENCE IS NECESSARY !!! The only prerequisite is to come and have fun. Join us on the 4th Saturday of each month from 7-9 p.m. in the sanctuary at Countryside for the Sacred Heartbeat Drum Circle. Please bring your drums, rattles, didgeridoo and other instruments to join in on the jam, if you don’t have your own we will have some limited hand percussion available to …

We decided to modify the group slightly and gather with people who like to cook and play musical instruments. Almost everyone likes live music and wants to learn to play instruments such as guitar, piano, or drums. Taking classes is a commitment not all of us can take on, but meeting with a group of friendly people for good food and music might be fun. If you would like to practice the instrument you are playing than this is a place for you. We are interested in: blues flamenco folk and popular …

Have a FAVORITE area bistro? Know a place where you can get unique, tasty food? Want to host a home party/wine tasting event? What about a music venue featuring an amazing band that you know everyone will love? Though we are based in Lake County, IL, we will network while visiting establishments in LAKE, COOK and MCHENRY COUNTIES (and also Wisconsin) that provide good times and lasting memories. LOCALLY and REGIONALLY-OWNED BUSINESSES are the FOCUS OF THIS MEETUP. Whether an area gallery, winem …

Come and Experience the Hottest Latin Nights in the NW Suburbs and be part of a great atmosphere, friendly people, amazing staff and a unique entertainment setting you'll want to make this night you new hang-out! This group is specially made to invite everyone that loves Latin Dance Music and wants to socialize, meet new people and friendly dancers. Founded in 2006 by Jorge Melo, Melo Entertainment has been a force in Latin dance and Entertainment in Chicago and the NW Suburbs ever since. …

The intention of 'Creative Spirit 'is to create a community of like-minded people who are excited about learning, sharing, growing, healing and simply living life with a higher purpose....on purpose.

Abundant Life Spiritual Center is a vibrant new spiritual community. Together we are learning how to "Live Fearlessly and Love Outrageously" because life is meant to be joy-filled, free-flowing and encouraging. We named ourselves Abundant Life because we know that the Abundant Life - the full life of wholeness and authentic self-expression, purpose, creativity, joy and love - is the divine birthright of every person, and we want to support your living it. We invite you to visit us for one of our …

Mom's & Tot's Who Rock Dundee and surrounding areas is a play group where Mothers can hang out while their kids are having fun! Whether it be through special weekly play dates, out and about adventures, Birthdays, theme days, movie days, holidays, Mom's night out, music days, arts and crafts days & cupcake days...etc.  We have a variety of different age kids, although it seems like the toddler (3-5) range is dominant.  We try to schedule 2 meet ups a week.  One meetup is typically a play date at …

Stroller Strides Chicago North Shore is a fitness group for moms.  It is a great way to get in shape, meet other moms, and have fun with your baby or toddler all at the same time. The classes are designed for all different fitness levels and are taught by certified instructors. Each class includes cardio and body toning intervals. The classes are an hour long, with the last 10 minutes used for abs and stretching. We welcome babies from 6 weeks to any age! FALL/WINTER SCHEDULE (November-April) M …

Come and join us!  Make new friends and learn new ways to preserve and promote a healthy, eco-friendly environment in your community, and throughout our world! What is “ECOmmunity”? Just what the name suggests! Formed in February, 2011, the ECOmmunity Network of McHenry County is an informal, community-based organization of individuals, families, and businesses who want to learn more about - and work together to promote - healthy lifestyles, sustainable “green” living and environmental stewardsh …

State Line Dance The name of the group is derived from the fact that there is basically very little dancing offered between New Berlin / Waukesha WI to the north and the O’Hare airport area to the south. At 7000 sq. ft. - the facility, located just 4 miles north of the WI / IL border, is literally the oldest and largest ballroom in the States of Wisconsin and Illinois. It was built in the 1920s and was then known as the Twin Lakes ( the WI town in which it is located ) Ballroom. Most people reme …

This group is about meeting people, making friends, and being active.  This is not just a place to drink and date, this is a place to have new experiences and become a part of the community. The target audience is 20's and 30's, and I'm afraid we need to be strict about that.  No one is going to card you, but the demographic we're looking for is active, young people.  Please don't join if you have adult children :) Our goal is to develop activities of every type, and foster an inclusive environm …

Are you in your 20's, 30's and 40's (you know, one of the awesome kids growing up in the 80's & 90's), and living in a far north suburb of IL or a south suburb of WI and want to have a social life closer to you? This meetup is for you!  It's a great opportunity to meet new people, start new friendships, expand your group of friends, and get out of the house to have some fun. Whether single, married, divorced, newly separated, or in a relationship, we often don't have a lot of chances to meet new …

If you are looking for a group that will give you a large variety of things to do – You have found it! We originally started with Melinda and David with different activities that they thought would be fun… Now, we have gotten bigger and added more group leaders.  If you heard of something that sounds like a lot of fun or a great place to hang out, let one of organizers know. It might turn into our next Meetup! We have done sporting events, bowling, dinner, just hanging out, game night, camping, …

Do you like to sing? We are looking for singers at all experience levels! We are a non profit charitable organization.

WHAT WILL I GET OUT OF THIS? FUN • SELF-EXPRESSION • STRESS REDUCTION • SOCIAL INTERACTION AND COMMUNITY BUILDING • EXERCISE FOR MIND, BODY, AND SPIRIT • CAMARADERIE AND SUPPORT • MULTI-GENERATIONAL FAMILY ACTIVITY • DEVELOP MUSICAL SKILLS; SUCH AS RHYTHMICITY, IMPROVISATION, AND ENSEMBLE PLAYING. COME CELEBRATE LIFE, COMMUNITY, FAMILY, FRIENDSHIPS AND MUSIC-MAKING • SIT WITH US IN A CIRCLE, PLAYING DRUMS AND HAND PERCUSSION • JOIN IN CREATING A GROUP RHYTHM LED BY FACILITATOR, SCOTT CINCOTTA, W …

Let's do this... Events! Explore and Enrich our Lives! So many of us remain trapped in the shell of the familiar, never venturing out to see different locations, eat new foods or even hear music we’re not accustomed to. EXPOSURE is a choice! Let's do this... Events is an eclectic Meetup Group organized exclusively to facilitate socializing, expose exploration, and dedicated to the shared enjoyment of life. Participation in this eclectic Group is strongly encouraged for any individuals who have a …

This group has merged with Gen X/Y Social between the cities - please join our group on that meetup site instead.  Thanks! I have found it difficult to meet young people in their 30s and 40s along the Illinois/Wisconsin border. It seems that most groups in this area are under 40 or over 50 and forgot about the awesome kids who grew up in the 80 and 90s listening to grunge and alternative. Whether single, divorced, newly separated, or in a relationship, we often don't have enough time to find pe …

Art of Healing Music is dedicated to rhythm and healing sounds that create harmony within body, mind and heart. During 2 hour you will hear tunes played on: guitar, harmonica, conga drums, tuning bowls, tank drums and other instruments. You will hear unique healing chants. You are welcome to come and meditate or to dance and move (in any respectful way) as your heart desires. For those who are interested we will talk about principles of creating healing music.

Looking to meet new people in the gay community without having to go to the city? Look no further! This group will hopefully serve as an opportunity for those of us in the northern suburbs to make new friends and plan fun and unique social outings. It can be difficult finding other local LGBT folks when we're limited to the downtown scene. The lack of suburban venues for the gay community can often feel isolating, so let's change that! I welcome anyone to join this group, and I look forward to t …

This is a group for people interested in Steampunk with some passion for science fiction, history, and sane, intelligent conversation. We are kindred spirits with an interest in alternate historical imaginings. We will watch movies, read books, listen to Steampunk music, talk ideas, and find places, primarily in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago, to dress as and explore our characters. Inclusive, welcoming, but not kinky.  We are travelers of time and the imagination.

Do you enjoy singing or playing guitar? This is great opportunity for songwriters, guitarists, and singers to get together and share music, perform together and just make friends with like minded people. Here you can share your music and collaborate with others on music if you like. It's rare to be a songwriter, singer, and good guitar player. If that's you great, but for the rest of us, this is a place to find those that work together.

Calling all women of Northbrook (& nearby)! I'm hoping this group helps to create a strong, close-knit community of women in the Northbrook area. I'd like to help connect women in the area and build new friendships. I'd also like us to capitalize on our collective experiences, wisdom and passions. For what purpose? To cover the spectrum: From light-hearted, fun social gatherings (game nights, movie nights, wining, dining, comedy shows, musicals, etc.), to more adventurous activities that we've a …

This is a group for women interested in singing, performing and having fun! This chorus is a Chapter of Sweet Adelines International. We have rehearsals in Antioch IL at the VFW on Thursdays at 7pm. Come visit us and see what we are all about! Looking forward to singing some barbershop harmony with you!

Our focus is on living healthier by getting involved in a variety of activities. This is a growing group that will have smaller groups within to meetup at different locations in  or around town. Whether you enjoy walking, biking, jogging, swimming at the beach any kind of adventure someone else may enjoy doing this with you. This group is for Merchants Moving co-workers & our families & friends. Our purpose is to expand our connection among each other by meeting up for any type of activity your …

Sahaja meditation is a unique discovery which has explained relation between human subtle system and its relation with music in scientific terms. For years now musicians from different backgrounds and traditions have come together and composed soothing music. On March 16th Sahaja Artists from Toronto, Michigan and Chicago are coming together to share this creative expression of art and spirituality which includes Indian classical music, ragas and classical dance. We would like to welcome you all …

This is a group for parents interested in teaching their children Arabic through immersion - whether by reading books, listening to music, or playing with other toddlers.  Additionally, I hope to form a community of Arabic speaking parents looking to enhance their language skills and culture.  Most importantly I want our members to have fun and to create an environment that's supportive of one another to practice our ancestral language. Fluency isn't required! Only your willingness to learn/spea …

hey guys, this is something new i'm tying to put together - bear with me. anybody out there dig cult horror and sci-fi movies? how about classic 80's industrial and goth/synthpop music? i'm just looking to put together a group to share ideas and the occasional night out - who knows? this is a work in progress... i'm relatively new to the area (waukegan) and don't yet know many people... who's with me?