The Creative Social Club (CSC) is the largest multi-disciplinary, eclectic Meetup Group dedicated to the arts in Chicago, organized exclusively to facilitate socializing and the shared enjoyment of life.  Comprised of current and aspiring creative professionals, creatively oriented individuals, and enthusiasts of human creativity, the CSC meets regularly to celebrate diverse expressions of the human experience – encompassing visual arts, literary arts, performance arts, and more – while taking a …

This group is for performers who act or improvise and who want to be better at their craft. Our events are like workshops. We get on our feet and try things out. We practice improv comedy, work on audition monologues, read plays together, etc. Some events are free, others have a fee to cover the costs of space rental and to pay for the coach, if applicable. Most events are led by Kevin Mullaney, the organizer, an actor and improvisor with over fifteen year's experience teaching improv and leadin …

Art Appreciation is the understanding of the timeless qualities that characterise all great art. So too is philosophy concerned with universality and truth. What is your relationship to art? Why is art meaningful to you? This group explores the great world of art, aesthetic experience, and its relation to philosophy.  We will be looking at all types of media from painting to music, poetry and film.   Also see these other philosophy groups in Chicago: Greek Philosophy: http://www.meetup.com/ …

  LIVE CHAT too!  I am passionate about art and some friends and I are looking to learn more about it. We are going to check out all of the great art galleries at least once a month in River North, the West Loop, Wicker Park, and anywhere else.   This Meetup Group is welcome and open to all who are residents of and visitors to Chicago. Our purpose is to meet with others who have an interest in and take enjoyment in appreciating art. The benefits are to enjoy and learn more about art, art galleri …

LIVE CHAT too! Meet People Interested in Dining Out & Social Events. Break bread with fellow foodies, visit interesting venues--theater events, movies, bars/dance clubs, karaoke, comedy shows, bowling, musical & theatrical productions, sight seeing/architectural tours, etc. Learn to create new meals and desserts when we offer our Cooking Classes! Discover new restaurants, enjoy delicious meals and make satisfying conversation with friendly dinner companions. It's a big dinner table and all are …

    Let me start by saying WE ARE SOME OF THE FRIENDLIEST PEOPLE WHO ATTEND MEETUP EVENTS!!! Yes, you will feel included, yes you will be encouraged to join into the conversations... Yes, you will be introduced around.... (now here are some specifics as to what this group is about)   There is a treasure trove of free and or very cheap events and cultural activities in the Chicagoland area that include but is not limited to: circus performances, concerts, lectures, art openings and other activiti …

The Singer's Salon is an opportunity to sing for your peers and others, in a safe and nurturing setting. It is a place to refine your performance skills, try out new material, or just get more comfortable in front of an audience.

We are a fun, energetic and highly entertaining group of dancers who love to perform. Flash mobs are a great way to get the public's attention and show them a good time. Who needs a stage and lights? All we have to do is stop you in your tracks on your way to lunch and make your day. Simple. Wanna join us? This summer, we will create up to 5 flash mobs and by September, I hope to create a company out of this. If you're passionate, that's all we need. Come join the mob fam. -D

This group is dedicated to Chicago Comedians and Comedy Lovers of improvisation, sketch, comedy writing, stand-up, comedic digital shorts, and any other medium focusing on comedy. If you are a performer or fan of comedy, join this group and get to know like-minded people in Chicago.   Most workshops and events will be $10-$20 and take place at The Second City Training Center. For more information, email Andrew!

… LOL We love to do different things from themed dance parties, house parties to dinners out, art openings, wine tastings, street festivals and bar hopping. We also host a Friends First Social Newsletter that has articles pertaining to OUR lives.  There are interesting articles on things that interest our age group and our station in life.  You will get info on upcoming events, interviews with some of our group members, interesting articles that are about being married, single widowed or divorced …

We are a group of unlikely friends that enjoy a diverse amount of activities ranging from drinks and games of pool, to play-dates, to book clubs, movies, camping, dining out and anything fun! Singles, married, gay, straight, parents, athletes, nerds all our welcome to the congregation of suburbanism.

This page if for female veterans, their supporters of all genders, academics interested in female veterans issues and triumphs. This page is for artists, musicians, social workers and anyone else who believes that the voices of veterans can enrich our understanding of the world that we share. THIS IS A NO-HATE forum, devoid of judgement. Please honor this as you honor yourself.

Founded in 1995 by Ed Bernero (‘Criminal Minds,’ ‘Third Watch,’) through messages posted online, then subsequently organized in the flesh by Christiana Miller (‘General Hospital,’), CSN has since grown at almost a geometric rate, with now over five hundred members. Today, CSN is an invaluable resource to Chicago area screenwriters, filmmakers, producers, directors, and actors. We provide assistance in the creation of works for film, television, video, and web, plus help individuals present t …

Meet others in your local area interested in Acting on all levels. We'll talk about the business and set some goals to accomplish before next months meeting. It's highly motivating to meet other actors who are making it work and to encourage each other to get the most out of this business. Let's get together.

Meet others in your local area that are interested in exploring the cultural treasures of Chicago. If you have a curious mind, an appetite for learning, and enjoy the thrill of discovery, this is a group you will enjoy. Join us as we explore all that makes Chicago a world class city.

Welcome to FUN & GAMES - Lake/McHenry Counties (& some Kenosha). We're couples/singles & have some kid outings like Srabble, boardgames, trivia teams, hiking/walking, threatre/movies, outdoor life, comedy clubs, bowling and more. There are no dues & no meetup fees. However, some events will be charging a small admission fee. We also have monthly Scrabble & Trivia Team Meetups. Get out to meet new friends – having fun doing it. Please upload a recognizable photo of yourself before you join us - w …