We are a group involved in doing things. Whether bowling, golf, miniature golf, going to fairs and music events, hiking, biking etc.

I created this group in hopes of finding friends in the area that enjoy biking, walking and using public transit to get to places, activities and functions. My husband and I choose to live car-free, renting a vehicle when the need arises. I have a variety of interests and expect the group to have an even bigger variety. Examples of outings might include: biking to Algonquin Commons for shopping; taking the train to Arlington Park and biking over to Woodfield; taking the train to attend a race da …

Do you enjoy group activities? Do you find yourself wishing you could find a friendly group to go skiing, biking, hiking, camping or dining with? The Chicago Friars Ski & Bike Club is a diverse group of people who love to ski, camp, bike and be active year-round. Newcomers and Novices are always welcome!

For parents and their young children who love to camp, hike, bike, cross-country ski, snow shoe, canoe, kayak, roam around, and explore the world. We'll take day trips in and around Chicago as well as weekend adventures a bit further away as we instill in our children a love for the outdoors. Plus, we'll discuss adventures we have had and ones that we want to take, learning from each other how best to travel and explore with our families. We'll help each other overcome any fears that we have …

Don't want to ALWAYS head downtown for social and networking activities? Why not stay local and join us for dinner and drinks in Oak Park, Forest Park, La Grange or any of our other great suburbs? Have a run, hike or bike ride through area paths and trails. Chat over coffee or drinks. Catch a movie or play.... There's a lot of young professionals in the suburbs, and lots to do, so come out and join us! Just because we live outside the city limits doesn't mean we can't have fun and meet other you …

Are you an indie girl wandering the cold streets of Chicago? If so, you've come to the right place. We want together a group of music loving, bike riding, artistically inclined, pseudo weird girls to have fun!   For me this group was borne out of the desire to escape mainstream culture, how many times have I stood around in a group of women and felt like wow I just don't relate to you: no, I don't care if the Cubs won last night, not really interested in what sorority you were in, and NO …

This is a Chicago-Suburban meet-up group designed for people who enjoy the cinema, cuisine and more. Most evening events will consist of a movie, a dinner, or a combination of both. Others may include a matinee followed by a film discussion afterwards at a local cafe. From time to time there will also be a foreign film, Indie and Classic movie scheduled. The group will also have dining venues which will include diverse cuisines from around the world. In addition, other fun activities will includ …

“May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds.” - Unknown “Two roads diverged in a wood, and I -- I took the one less traveled by, and that has made all the difference.” - Robert Frost --------------------------------------- Do you love Hiking and Adventures? Welcome to the Chicago Hiking, Outdoors, & Social Meetup Group. We strive for adventures, fun, and friendships. This group is for people who en …

A multi-sport group that specializes in triathlon but is not limited to these three sports. Our group is a great place for people to learn from certified coaches, trainers and athletes themselves. A great method to learn from other, break up the monotony and boredom of training alone. The group is a great place to learn and try other sports such as X-country skiing, X-country running, mountain biking, cyclo-cross racing and others. The group founder has coached and competed in swimming over 20 y …

4-days after the 2010 earthquake struck Haiti, Chicagoans of this Meetup started spreading the message that HAITI needs help for a long, long time. One of the inspiration to start this group was an e-mail received 1-day after the earthquake, from Meetup co-founder Scott Helferman. He suggested to think about how to help Haiti by means of using a Meetup. Obviously if you’ve donated your share already, kindly pass this information to someone who likes to further help. Honestly your word-of-mouth p …

Meet other local skiers and snowboarders to socialize and participate in Midwest & Western Ski Trips. Pine Point Ski Club is an athletic, recreational and social club of about 200 members. We schedule three Western ski trips annually as well as a number of local Midwest ski trips.  Most of our members are between the ages of 25 and 55, are single, and live throughout the Chicago area. We also have a number of married couples, some having first met at the club! Although skiing is our main inter …

We are a high energy all ages (but mostly 40+) group of about 450  - singles and couples - in the Chicago area. Started 55 years ago as a ski club, we're now active in biking, hiking, tennis, social activities such as outdoor concerts, dances, and plays. Our annual August picnic is fanastic! If you've a love of living, good friendships, and being out and about - that's what we are. Many of us have been members for 20+ years and have made life long friends. We do lots of things together in small …

Connecting people who are training and participating in triathlons of any length. Regardless of your level, Chicago Triathletes Unite! strives to mix new and seasoned triathletes to teach, learn, share resources, support and encourage each other - and have fun while doing it! Please complete the member survey to provide the organizers information for shaping our group. http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=qONvCifS8xgY8wgVAty1fg_3d_3d PLEASE READ THE "ABOUT THIS MEETUP GROUP" PAGE INCLUDED IN TH …

We are a fun loving group of people who enjoy getting out and doing fun things together. Live bands, dinner, dancing, boat cruises, festivals, hiking, kayaking, bicycling, bowling, you name it. If you don't see it on the calendar, email us and we will work it into the calendar. Join us and have a great time meeting new people.

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Team In Training (TNT) program is the world's largest endurance training program. Volunteers can participate by training to run or walk a full or half marathon, triathlon, century (100 mile) bike ride or hike adventure! In return, for coaching, training and a team atmosphere individuals raise funds to support our mission; to cure leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma and to improve the quality of life for patients and their families. For 20 years, The Leukemia & Lympho …

We welcome anyone interested in outdoor fitness. We attempt to do meet-ups from the Chicago land area and outward to the furthermost points that members are willing to travel to accomplish our goals of brisk outdoor exercise and fun. Members of the Wandering Nomad Group bike, hike, walk and most anything in outdoor activities for health, fitness and enjoyment of the beauty of the nature around us. Some members are into historical music as well. We plan accordingly. We all enjoy pleasant socializ …