KidzHelp Digital Writing Project: Writing with a purpose Kids creating digital stories for seniors! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Are you interested in joining our digital writing for kids and seniors volunteer project right here in Streamwood / Elgin? (Run by Jessica, Braden and Bridgette Nicholson) Most kids love using technology and multimedia. Used wisely, digital writing can help kids improve their writing and help them create writing that …

After a short break, we will again accept new member applications. However, to maintain the intimacy that makes our group what it is, we are not planning to accept an abundance of new members. We mean this in the nicest way possible, and if you feel you would be actively engaged in PLOP, then we do want to meet you. When you complete your profile to apply to the group, please put some effort into it so that we see how much you care. If you find that the group is closed when you try to apply, che …

Tennis at Harper College! Hiking in the Northwest Suburbs! Exercise is the staff of life and doing it with people you like makes it all the more enjoyable. Even better is doing these things with a group of active, friendly people. Come on out, we'll be happy to greet you and meet you. Many people have asked about skill levels to play tennis with the group. Well here they are: 1-    Know the rules of the game 2-    Be able to serve the ball 3-    Be able to return the ball We do not just hit the …

If your knees are in the breeze this is the group for you! Our hopes for this group will be to bring together all types of motorcycles to create great friendships and camaraderie in a safe way and to have lots of fun. This group will consist of all levels of riders, all types of motorcycles and all types of rides. We will have rides that we like to call “Casual”, “Spirited” and “Bring your leathers”. That way you can pick the ride that suits your preferred style of riding and you can get the mos …

¡Hola bailarines! Welcome to Sultry Salsa, your best source of information for sizzling Latin dance lessons and information about the hottest Latin nightclubs in Chicago & the Chicago Suburbs. Sultry Salsa! ¡Salsa es Vida! We organize and promote Latin dancing events, primarily nightclub Salsa nights, throughout Chicago and the Midwest. In addition, we conduct lessons in Salsa, Bachata and Cha Cha and other Latin dances in various locations, including dance studios and nightclubs, in …

Welcome to The Healing Inn, an OPENED group to all! — The Healing Inn is a place for meditation. A place for you. A time to relax. To re-balance and heal your body. We meet of mediation and other special events. Invite your friends... all are welcome!

This group is for anyone interested in acupuncture and traditional chinese medicine and to promote the community acupuncture movement. Community Acupuncture clinics are social businesses dedicated to providing affordable and accessible acupuncture by offering treatments in a group setting for a sliding scale ranging from $15-$40. For information check out this video: http://youtu.be/eEsHXG4yuvs

Even in 1,000+ member groups there are very few people whom you really get to know as good friends. The problem is that most groups are open to anyone, so you end up with a large group, low participation, a lot of "no shows", and a bunch of people with nothing in common. This is a group of awesome desis out of Chicago & suburbs and it is intended to be exclusive. It is a smaller tight knit group making it easier to make friends not just acquaintances and intended to build genuine long lasting f …

~Northwest Suburban Families~ We are a family-friendly group for all families in the NW Suburbs. There is always something happening here.  We plan daytime, evening and weekend gatherings.  We welcome stay at home parents, working parents and single parents as well as every type of family.  Our children range in age from newborns all the way up to school-age and age-specific events are planned for everyone.  Dads are welcome here and are encouraged to come out and play too. We have playgroups, s …

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 …

Homeschool Village is a place to connect with local Christian homeschooling families in person as well as virtually. A place where you can seek out support or advice, make lasting relationships for you and your child/ren and stay up to date with what is happening in the local homeschool community.

Let's pretend we're back in grade school and start an informal kickball league in the Northwest suburbs! We can play a weekly game (day to be determined) of pickup kickball in a local park or forest preserve like Busse Woods or Deer Grove. Depending on interest we can even have multiple games a week or play back to back. The group is open to both males and females, any age but ideally 21+ so we can involve drinks during or after games. It's also open to any skill level. The goal is to get outdoo …

Pranic Healing® is a simple yet powerful and effective system of no-touch energy healing originated and developed by GrandMaster Choa Kok Sui. It is based on the fundamental principle that the body is a self-repairing living entity that possesses the innate ability to heal itself. However the healing process is accelerated by increasing the life force or vital energy on the affected part of the physical body. If you are interested in exploring Pranic Healing for you or for your loved ones, plea …

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 …

This will be an introduction to Tai Ji or T'ai Chi. A 2000 year old art. It is a moving meditation & can be practiced well into ones 80 's & beyond. It is great for: improving health, stamina, balance, coordination, peace of mind & self- defense. It's fun too! Basic principles , movements, philosophy & applications will be covered. The class is open to all levels & styles of players. It is designed for the beginning to intermediate player.

“You are one connection away from being able to change your life.” Think about that. Whatever it is you want in life, someone has or will be able to get for you. Knowledge, power, love, “stuff”… someone has it. You just have to figure out how you can help them get what they want in return for getting what you want. And that's what this Meetup.com group is about - Networking with others and seeing how we can help each other out. Key Concept Networking is simply that... a Business Networking …

This group is for parents who put their kids first, but would also like to keep their sanity. While most "Meetups" in this group will be for kids, there will also be "Meetups" put together themed for the parents. In the latter Meetup, parents are still encouraged to bring their kids so they can play together. For example, we can put together a play date in which there is a poker game for the adults. Please bring your ideas to the table :). Overall the top goal here is to provide fun, exercise an …

Are you a Actor? Filmmaker? Screenwriter? Investor? Well, whatever your interest in filmmaking, this is the place to connect with other members having similar interests and need of your talent! Even if you don't live near Schaumburg and don't wish to commute the distance, if you live in the Chicago metropolitan area please join the group for on-line discussions and connect remotely with our members. Our discussion group is active and our networking is intended for the Chicagoland area. We target …

This is my first meetup group and is for anyone who is interested in rollerblading. This group is based in the Schaumburg area but open for rollerblading at other locations as well. This is definitely not a professional rollerblading group, though all are welcome.

Helping women to be self-sufficient entrepreneurs through life-long learning in a supportive environment. Giving women the skills to take control of their economic well-being empowers them to build healthier families, stronger communities, and a more vibrant economy. In the end, it helps us all. Prepares Women for the Complex Rigors of Business Ownership . A business is not built overnight. EEW' s challenging training programs cover everything from developing business plans to accessing capital …

Looking to get out of the studio and meet other creative people in the Chicago burbs? Designers from all walks of life (graphic, package, product, interior, etc.) can gather and talk about projects, business, inspiration, and anything else that tickles your fancy! This group was started because it's hard to get downtown for all the wonderful, creative events, and I knew there were others like me who were looking for something more local! We can mix it up and meet at the attendees' offices someti …

Tarot readings and classes; Akashic Records Beginning and Foundation Classes, Readings and Mentoring; consultations, workshops and life guidance. She draws upon extensive spiritual training as well as personal experience as she helps guide her clients through their own Intuitive Changes.

"This is a group of people interested in becoming members of the biggest shopping community in the world, with more than 2.4 million members in Europe, the US, Canada, Brazil, Qatar, South Africa, the Asian Pacific Region... You can benefit from being a Member or a Loyalty Merchant or both. It is a win-win situation for anyone involved!! Members receive cash back, and Loyalty Merchants gain loyal customers." It is a recommendation Marketing, Industry of the future, every body shop all over the w …

Kenneth Young Center is a 501 (c)(3) not-for-profit, provider of comprehensive mental health and senior citizens' support services based in Elk Grove Village, IL. Our mission is to help people feel good, do better and find solutions by providing counseling, assessment, treatment, and resource coordination. We are inviting those with an affinity for making a difference in their community to “Meetup” with Kenneth Young Center Group to make a difference, have fun, meet new people and network. We in …

Welcome to the Professional Wedding Vendors Association! Our Professional Wedding Vendors Association Networking is dedicated to helping wedding professionals with career development. Our members are provided with tools to grow and promote business relationships, create and develop leads and contacts, and continue on a successful career path. BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP As a member, you have the opportunity to connect with other professional wedding vendors locally and nationwide to exchange ideas, …

This group was started in the summer of 2009 by organizers who wanted to set up pickup softball games in the northwest suburbs in a variety of locations and formats. The group grew to over 200 people and weekly games were offered throughout the spring, summer, and fall. In the spring of 2013, they turned the reigns over to a local group who shares the same vision. Sports Monster has offered softball leagues and tournaments in Chicago for many years and runs the largest pickup soccer group in the …