inspired by an amazing friend who started a very successful meetup to connect with like-minded new mommies, i've decided to start a little group too!  girls about town is dedicated to nurturing all of my favorite hobbies -- and hopefully yours too.  our events span a whole spectrum of socializing ranging from meeting up for a movie, trying delicious new restaurants, sunday brunching, art classes of all sorts, potluck dinner parties, a good day of spa-style pampering and much much more! we'll be …

… Do you find yourself wanting to go to that fabulous new restaurant or patio bar (you know the one with the rave reviews)! Would you enjoy sipping a good glass of wine and having an engaging conversation after work? Are Sunday brunches or Millennium Park concerts your thing but your significant other just doesn't share your enthusiasm? If these questions are answered by yes, yes, yes, and YES, then join other smart, professional, outgoing 40something women who are eager to connect, make new frien …

We're hoping to meet other couples, preferrably in your late 20s or early - mid 30s, who love trying new things, ethnic foods, and finding unique neighborhoods. We'd love to set something for the last friday of every month, and each time try something totally out there and new. The more the merrier - hope to meet you soon!

Join us for exciting culinary and cultural adventures here in Chicago and around the world!  If you enjoy wine tours, cooking classes, dining out, reviewing great restaurants, and immersing yourself in fascinating new cultures and cuisines,  SALUT! is for you. Whether you're a professional chef, an experienced wine connoisseur, or just someone who enjoys good food shared with good friends, you're welcome here at SALUT! We get together for lively, delicious dinner …

Let's get together and meet new friends for fun social and cultural events in the Lincoln Square neighborhood and the surrounding areas too like Ravenswood, Albany Park, etc.  Activities include happy hours, restaurants, concerts, etc.   The age range of this group is thirties and older.  

I decided to start this group because although I enjoy cooking at home, sometimes it is nice to just go out to eat! This group is designed for women in their 20s who enjoy a meal out every once in awhile (or every night!) We will be trying different restaurants around the city at least once a month. Suggestions are welcome! So if you are someone who likes to try new food while meeting new people, this group is for you!

We are explorers of urban Chicago. We check out neighborhoods, restaurants, parks, historical sites and other notable Chicagoland locations. These are places you might not otherwise travel alone. The convenience of group activities lends itself to lots of new opportunities and friendships.  We must be on to something, because people keep coming back.      

Meetup meets Groupon/daily deals, but better. What’s better then great food at nice restaurants? How about enjoying it while meeting new people. What’s even better then that? How about saving 30% to 50% at the restaurants while doing all this. This group is first and foremost about discovering new restaurants and food, meeting new friends, and enjoying an evening in a fun and casual way. But why not also save money while doing it. We take the best of Meetup and married with the deal phenomenon b …

Are you a professional from Europe living and working in Chicago? Or are you a professional American or from some other part of the world who has European heritage, loves to travel to Europe or just wants to meet some new people and learn about their cultures! There are lots of meetups here dedicated to foreign cultures and languages but they all seem to meet in the same places every month with not much diversity or it is aimed at speaking the language.  I wanted to start a casual and friendly m …

Welcome to Fine Dining and Cultural Events, a group designed to bring you the very best of the Chicago area. Our goal is to provide top quality events throughout the year so you can enjoy yourself while making making new friends as well as social and professional connections. Dining, theater, concerts, sporting events, cultural activities, and posh gatherings are just some of the selections that you will have access to as a member of our group. If at any time you have a suggestion please send …

For the over 50 crowd. Singles and partnered. To explore new restaurants in the City each month and for conversation and meeting new people.  We will pick restaurants that are mostly byob and with entrees under $20.

Have a FAVORITE NEIGHBORHOOD BAR? Know a place where you can get CHEAP BUT GOOD FOOD? What about a MUSIC VENUE FEATURING an AMAZING BAND WITH NO COVER? We visit establishments in LAKE, COOK and MCHENRY COUNTIES (and also Wisconsin) frequented by locals… the types of places that provide good times but will likely never make it into a contemporary design magazine. Over seventy-percent of our members have attended a Dive Bar Meetup in the last three months... we do not have a high rate of inactiv …

This group is for all those interested in or already living a vegetarian/vegan lifestyle in the Chicago suburbs. We'll be sharing cooking ideas, joining for potlucks, exploring vegetarian restaurants in the suburbs(and the city) and bringing members' interests into a variety of activities. Whether you're interested in the rights of animals or adapting a veg diet for your health or our environment, this group will offer you new information and experiences to get the most out of a veg lifestyle. C …

There are quite a few Sushi Groups in Chicago but no in NW Suburb. We can explore Sushi Restaurant in NW Chicago area and learn more about wine.... Come and join me to meet new friends besides enjoy Sushi..... It will be lots of fun!

This networking group is for entrepreneurs, small business owners, or anyone who is looking to start his or her own business or grow their current business. I request that you seriously consider what your Motivator is? More time, More money, Stronger relationships? What is your cost of a new customer? Are you ready and prepared to increase your customer traffic? Are you using “All” the tools possible to generate new referrals and residual sales? "If you're not marketing your business, your compe …

Hi there! There are so many wonderful groups on Meetup but they seem to get very large with so many members. So I thought I would start a more intimate group just for River North folks to make some neighborhood friends - of course we won't be restricted to activities in River North, we have a whole City to enjoy! So if you're in your 40's or 50's (guys & girls) and would like to meet some local pals then I hope you'll join. I'd like this to be a very interactive group so if anyone has suggestion …