"Calling all neighborhood explorers. This is a group that looks to explore the some of the neighborhoods' hidden gems. This group's aim to explore neighborhoods, one at a time, but go beyond and learn some things about such places, whether stopping to eat or discovering the history of some places you are curious about. While we cannot cover everything in a neighborhood, we will make this worthwhile for the time we have. "

LIVE CHAT too! Have you lived here for a while but never had the chance to get out and see the things and places in Chicago that visitors from other cities have seen? New in town and want an excuse to check some "must-see" things off the list? Just looking for something fun to do but didn't really want to do it all by yourself? Be a tourist in our own city! I had always spent the time to check out other city's offerings when I traveled on business or for pleasure, and about 10 years ago, thought …

Like to ride bikes? Don't have to put on your spandex uni-tard to have fun riding? Like to group ride to fun social events around town and make new friends? Lets meetup and ride somewhere fun! To happy hour , to a festival, you name it! Its a brave new world out there and its fun to ride around with like minded friends to explore it!

THE NEW YEAR HAS BEGUN!! LETS GET STARTED WITH OUR GROUP AND FUN STUFF TO DO!! EXPLORING AWESOME, COOL, FUN PLACES IN CHICAGO, DANCING, ART, MUSEUMS, UNIQUE THINGS TO DO, INDIE MOVIES, CULTURAL, SOCIAL EVENTS, FUN EXPLORING PLACES TO EAT:), WALL-CLIMBING? PARACHUTING, HOT-AIR BALLOON? BOATING, WALKING OR ON WHEELS? NATURAL/OF NATURE, MAN-MADE WONDERS, SIMPLE OR EXTRAVAGANT EVENTS, PAMPERING SELF, GIVING TO COMMUNITY, MEMBERS SPEAK, INVITE GUESTS ON VARIED TOPICS, OUTDOORS AND INDOORS THINGS TO D …

This group is for location photography. Photographer's of all levels of experience are welcome. Some ideas I have are to shoot, landscape, cityscape, urban, railroad, cemeteries & Graveyards. As sometimes we would like to use models at these locations, models are welcome to join as well. I welcome location suggestions from all the members, and ask that you also get involved in creating your own outings. This way I can offer more than one location on the same day, so everyone has an opportunity …

Urban Village Church is a new faith community in Chicago that seeks to be bold, inclusive, and relevant. We seek to be a radically hospitable community. Gay or straight, republican or democrat, doubtful or faithful believer – you are welcome to join us in the journey toward growing into our fullest selves while seeking to live faithfully. We are planting a location in Hyde Park-Woodlawn and we are looking for others who want to help build a multi-racial community with genuine connection, while s …

This group is for Chicago ladies, married/relationships or single, in their 40s who are looking to expand their circle of city friends and enjoy Chicago city living at the same time. Vogue magazine writes:"You could say that your 40s are an age when you pivot--into an acknowledgment that you are no longer exactly young, into some sort of idea of the rest of your life" (August 2011, in an article written about Sarah Jessica Parker). This feels like an appropriate introduction for this group. More …

What better way to start 2013 than to read books set in Chicago! We meet up locally – surrounding western suburbs area – for the book discussion. Whether it be a café, lounge...what a way to spend a few hours for a book discussion, build friendships, and consume a bite to eat and a drink as well! So join us! :)

Want to go do something new, but don't want to do it alone? With ADVENTURES, ACTIVITIES & BUCKET LIST FUN, you get to try something new, meet new people, and make new friends. How awesome is that?! There are so many Fun Things to Do, Interesting Things to Learn, and Cool Places to Go in Chicago, Suburbs, and Beyond! OUR MEMBERS are fun people of all ages, professions, and experiences but we all have one thing in common, we love to have fun! (Most of us are in our early 30s to 40s.) FUN FOR ALL …

Welcome to Healthy Chicago Group. We are a walking group that have 3.5-5 miles (on average) walks through different neighborhoods in Chicago's Northside and vicinity on a weekly basis. We walk at a pace of about 3-4 mph (fast) for exercise and fun. We are not a sight-seeing group, however during these walks, you will see some interesting houses, new restaurants, Chicago parks, and other businesses that may appeal to you. Some things you should know about us: We walk fast! We always end walks wh …

This group is for those of us in Chicago and the suburbs that want to meet with other vegans and vegetarians for not only dining out together, but also doing other fun social things like going to see shows, museums, volunteering, potlucks, drinks, etc... Please check the "Pages" tab for information on our group's attendance and harassment policies.

If you’ve survived the end of the world, then this is your second chance to live life to the fullest and gets to know Chicago a little better! Chicago Bucket Listers (CBL) is designed for 20-40 something year olds who want to take advantage of the best that Chicago has to offer (night life, day light, and everyday life). Come hang out with young likeminded professionals as we experience everything Chicago. Let’s get together and start checking off your bucket list!

We will try each of these coffee shops 1. BRIDGEPORT COFFEE HOUSE The coffee-roasting operation on the corner of Morgan and 31st Street is a point of pride for Bridgeport and a source of jealousy for almost every other neighborhood. Housed in a prototypically warm-toned, wood-heavy coffeehouse (only without the fleabag couches and drum-circle vibe), Bridgeport Coffee sets itself apart by roasting its own beans and brewing them with levels of respect usually reserved for presidents. The pour-ov …

It's not easy to get a New Yorker to relocate to another US city, but we've done it. We are born-n-raised New York City residents who've arrived to the Chi for a new job or a change of pace and a lot more space. Join us on our search for good thin-crust, good bagels, good music and good scenery. Walk through the concrete jungle or trek outside it in the expanse that is the Midwest. Whether you've been here for two days or two years (or more), we wanna meet and greet and share Chicago with yo …

We decided to start this group to create an opportunity to meet new, creative people, plus help out a very deserving non-profit organization by volunteering to help- Chicago Urban Art Retreat Center.  CUARC is totally run by volunteers. Some come once, some once in awhile, and some help out once a week or more. This meet-up population will be focused on coming together and sharing our talents in a positive way--whether that be painting (artful, or home-improvement), gardening, organizing a fund …

This is a book club dedicated to exploring great writings about the environment. We will discuss both the great past works and their influence on society as well as explore the pioneering notions and ideas found in the present literature.  Field trips, lectures and other activities will supplement the reading (or provide a way for our fellow Naturalist Book Lovers to get to know each other better).

Our purpose is to imagine and implement West Woodlawn gardens of all kinds – kitchen, backyard, school, church, community, indoor, outdoor, food, flowers, commercial, and their related food enterprises and markets; along the way to learn the meanings/methods of food security; to begin exploring increased household income via Green-Village-Building™ and answering the questions of The West Woodlawn Village Botanic Garden & Village Farm: how many households could we feed, how many businesses/jobs c …

Join us as we explore the question of the century - "Where Is Your Village?" We'll share how we can surthrive here in The Age of Climate Crisis...live the beautiful life, the conservation lifestyle...give our whole selves to the people and places you love most...and forge a new way forward, past the tipping point of "400 ppm ghg." Don't know what that means? Come discover its critical importance to your life. BIG™ is an award-winning economic development organization based in West Woodlawn …

This group is formed for black americans who love to travel and would be interested in forming a travel group to travel. Socializing and sharing travel tips!!! Exploring the world together!!!

In 1958, a group of women, all related to architects, formed the Women's Architectural League to promote awareness and appreciation of Chicago architecture. Over the years membership has broadened to include women in the design professions and others interested in architecture. WALF members organize tours designed to deepen appreciation for both historic and contemporary Chicago architecture. Tours frequently feature buildings under construction or recently completed, led by architects involved …

Inspired by the crazy group on How I Met Your Mother... We’re a fun, rowdy bunch… Think... that big, random group of crazy friends in college that always had the best stories. We're 25-40 mostly, men & women, gay, straight, single, coupled… as long as you can hold your own at a Karaoke bar, tell a good dirty joke or pull the crazy answer to that final trivia question out of your a**, you’ll fit right in. I have a feeling you'll enjoy Bros & Chicks if... You find the only word in the Urban Dicti …

Are you tired of focussing on the same broad themes Sports, Landscapes, Portrait, Animals, People, Architecture and have hit a creativity road block. This group is for the people who want to expand their portfolio or get more likes on facebook/instagram or maybe more views/votes on 500px or just get the creative juices flowing by getting into theme based photography. Theme based photography requires choosing a theme (e.g. Snap from an Objects Point of View - a gift looking out its box, a televis …

The FB Mission; Fishin’ Buddies! mission is to train children through fishing and conservation programs. To help instill a deep, abiding love for the sublime art of sport fishing. To instill an immutable concern for the air, land and waters of our planet, and a desire to nurture the soul through communion with the outdoors. Our Philosophy; Fishin’ Buddies! believes in the emotional and psychological restorative powers of the outdoors. We believe it is important to expose this philosophy to c …