This is a social and networking group of professionals in the western suburbs of Chicago near Oak Brook, IL. We will meet every few weeks for happy hour to relax and have a little fun after work at some of the great restaurants in the area.

The Good Times Institute (GTI) is a Meetup Group that engages in a diverse mix of fun group activities in Chicago, including but not limited to happy hours, brunches, dinners, nights out, parties, karaoke, concerts, movie get-togethers, sports watching, outdoor outings, and any other great opportunities to take advantage of the exceptional social, cultural, and entertainment amenities that Chicago offers as a world-class city. Originally named the Happy Hour Institute and founded in September 20 …

I would like to start a group with some positive, intelligent ladies between the ages of 35 and up, who are also looking for new girlfriends to hang out with in the West and northwest suburbs. Are you ready to start enjoying life again? then come and join us. Sometimes life can get so hectic that we forget to relax, breath and have some fun. I am a newly divorced women, who is just ready to live life to fullest again. So, I'm calling all women who feel the same to come and join The Happy Sista's …

Are you WAY past the bar scene and looking to make some quality friends your own age while exploring some great venues?! Let's explore the neighborhoods, restaurants, pubs, BYOB's, festivals, theatre, coffee shops, brunches, bands and all that the Northside of the city has to offer! I am a professional living in Lincoln Square and I would like to meet other professionals who are social, friendly and down to earth... like I am! :) Please be a college educated professional in your 30's or 40's...s …

The Skokie Laughing Yoga Club meets once a month. There are no dues or requirements to join. There are no jokes and you don't have to perform. In fact, you don't have to be especially happy. If you're willing to laugh, clap and breathe, then you are ready for laughing yoga!

For as long as I can remember, I never wanted to have children. Fortunately, I met and married a man that felt the same way. We love our nieces and nephews, but breathe a sigh of relief when we get home. As we've gotten older, we have found it increasingly harder to meet other couples who feel the same way. We enjoy the time we spend with our friends with children, but are hoping to find others that share the freedom of our lifestyle. We moved to Chicago two and a half years ago and love li …

 Happy-Go- Lucky is a Meetup for girls in their 20’s. (Yes, you must be a girl to join, and yes, you must be in your 20’s.... ) This group will mostly meetup on the Northside of Chicago... it's for carefree girls who just want to make some good friends. This group isn’t going to be all about going out and drinking (I mean, that’ll definitely happen!) but we will be planning just whatever comes to mind. Bars, movie nights, game nights, cooking, dance classes, dinners, Bears Games, bowling… as the …

Thanks The Day of Games (www.thedayofgames.com) for sponsoring the group!       Bocce, Horseshoes, Bags, Beer Pong, and more! The awesome group........Targeting, but not limited to, those who are new in town and mainly in their 20's or 30's, here is a group designed for getting together to enjoy events/shows in the Chicago area. Events include sporting, concerts, happy hour, and whatever else that attracts interest. Meet at bars, parks, baseball/basketball games, rec-leagues, or anywhere that s …

This group is made for 20s & 30s somethings, whether they are new to the area or not, looking for new Chitown adventures. The ultimate plan is to have a healthy mixture of happy hour/social get togethers, street fests, sports, and more to experience Chicago together. If you are interested in organizing events or have ideas, I am all ears to hear your thoughts

This social group is for people in their 20s and 30s, in the Chicago metro area, who enjoy dancing, dining, pubs, clubs, outdoor activities, road trips, dinner parties, and other local activities. This group is for married people, single people, new-in-towners, and people who have been in the Chicago area for a while and are simply looking for a new group to go out with. Membership is FREE, and you only have to be friendly and fun to join! Join the social circle that you can really ge …

If you love books, wine and cheese and/or trying new restaurants join me in starting a new young and fun book club and foodie club in Chicago for women!!! The Chicago book club meets once a month and in between meetups, we will try new restaurants, go to wine tastings, happy hours, events happening around the city and more. If you are a young woman (20s or 30s) looking to make new friends while reading books and taking advantage of everything the city has to offer, this club is for you!

Meet local Spanish language and culture lovers for conversation, cultural exchange, and fun in Chicago! Come to a Spanish Fanaticos Meetup event and make new amigos while speaking in Spanish, learning new vocabulary, putting your grammar knowledge into practice and/or simply brushing up your Spanish skills! Some of our events include: Spanish Grammar and Literature Workshops, Social Networking Events, Happy Hours, Dinners, Coffee Time, Hikes, Picnics, Movie Nights, Dancing and more. All ages and …

Get to know your neighbors in the West Loop of Chicago and explore local hangouts together. Make some new friends, find a potential dating interest, and just have some fun! Events will include brunches, happy hours, and other outings that may be outside the West Loop.

A group to make friends with other women new to Chicago, have a cocktail or dinner, a good laugh, and enjoy an interesting read. We currently meet once a month to discuss a book selection, but are also branching out for happy hours, movies, festivals and other adventures. Our members tend to range in age from 20s to mid 30s, but all are welcome!

Looking to meet new people between the ages of 20-40 but tired of always trekking back and forth to the city? Then this is the group for you! We will have happy hours, trivia nights, movie nights, dinners, and more all without the long commute. Downtown Arlington will be our base as there are bars, restaurants, live theater, movies,  and parks all within walking distance. However, we will expand to nearby suburbs in search of the best possible nights out!    

Life is about having fun and great times... Don't sit on the couch because you have no one to go out with! This is why they have meet up groups. Married people, single people, new-in-town, and people who have been in the Chicago area for a while and are simply looking for a new group to go out with.... this is the group for you! The group is intended for people in the Chicago area from 25 to 35 years old....but all ages are welcome 21 to 40! This is a social co-ed group, not a singles group.   W …