Meet new friends groups near Lake Forest, IL

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Northern IL Tech Social

McHenry, IL

We're a group of technologists from all industries and roles. Software engineers, managers, sales, recruiting... just regular people hanging out with regular people. No agendas, no sponsors, no presentations -- bring your business card, grab a drink from the bar, and come complain about the tech industry with us 🤣 ----- Current plan is to meet monthly(ish), changing locations for scenery and attracting new friends.

29 members · Public

Northwest Chicago New Friends

Arlington Heights, IL

Welcome to the Northwest Chicago New Friends Meetup! Are you a young adult between the ages of 20-25 and need a little help finding friends your age? Break the ice with new folks by playing games that will help you connect with others. This group is especially geared toward people who have a hard time with social skills! Join us monthly at the Arlington Heights Public Library.

292 members · Public

Polish & Slavic Meetup and New Friends

Morton Grove, IL

A group for individuals of Slavic heritage to meet others, make new friends, have fun, and learn about each other’s backgrounds, cultures, languages, and cuisines. Let's celebrate what we have in common and appreciate our differences! We'll have periodic events either in person or online to connect and meet.

33 members · Public

Make New Friends Family Fun Social Meetup Group

Skokie, IL

Do you like to explore cool and fun things with your child/children and would love to connect with other parents when you do? Mom and teacher here and this is what we do! The goal is making new friends (parents and kids) and enjoying socializing together. We are based in Evanston/Skokie but we do stuff all over greater Chicagoland and suburbs. The target age activity is for children ages 3-12 but ALL ages and welcome. Do you (or your child/children) like **ZOOS**, **NATURE HIKES**, **BEACHES**, **FESTIVALS**, **BUS TOURS**, **BOAT TOURS**, **PARKS**, **WALKS**, **POOLSIDE PLAY**, **MUSEUMS**, **MINIATURE GOLF**, **AQUARIUMS**, and MORE? Then this is the group for you. Check for events often and make suggestions for events. Let's connect!

86 members · Public

Female Friends, Fiction and Food (20ish-30ish)

Arlington Heights, IL

What we are: A book club that meets once a month to discuss all sorts of books. A female meetup group for those interested in female friendships, social events, making new friends, etc. The average age of our members is mid 20s- to mid-30s but we're flexible on the age (you must be 21+) we have a few members now in their 40s. We ask that you have a photo of yourself with your face visible in order to be approved to the group, this way we can identify you at our future events! In addition, if you're not active within 3-6 months of joining we will unfortunately ask you to leave the group. We're looking to develop a group that is active in our events. We know schedules are busy and everyone cannot attend every event but please make an effort to join us! Please note that we are a LOCAL BOOK CLUB. While most of our book discussions are virtual, we also have regular in-person meetings and many of our members join with the intention of making local friends. As such, we only accept members who fit a loose definition of local (up to about 200 miles from the Chicago suburbs). You are not required to attend in-person events but we encourage you to do so. If you live further away than this, there is likely a similar book club closer to you and we will not approve your request to join.

268 members · Private

Northbrook Racquet Sports Meet Up

Northbrook, IL

Do you play Tennis, Pickleball or Paddle?
If so, join our group.
We play indoor and outdoor racquet sports

138 members · Public

Russian-speaking Friends | Suburbs of Chicago

Vernon Hills, IL

Добро пожаловать в группу для русскоязычных жителей Чикаго!

Присоединяйтесь и предлагайте ваши идеи где и когда встретиться! В этой группе мы: - Встречаемся в барах и ресторанах - Ходим в гости - Вместе отмечаем праздники - Помогаем друг другу - Переписываемся Если вы - Соскучились по русскоязычному общению - Ищете людей с родной культурой - Просто хотите завести друзей - вы попали по адресу. Любой челоек, живший в СНГ, найдет другей в нашей группе.

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This is a network of classy and savvy Russian-speaking people living in the suburbs of Chicago. If you are married, divorced, or single, please join the group to expand your social circle!

We have many Russian-American couples who are married or dating (Ladies, if your significant other is American, he will not be bored), we have married Russian couples and Russian single men and women as well. Join this club for inspiration, friendship, fun times and exciting social activities! The dinners and events provide great opportunities for an evening of Russian food, culture, and conversation.

This group is also a great choice for accomplished and successful Russian professionals to connect and network. Escape from your busy life at least once a month to expand and enjoy your social circle by connecting with other fabulous Russian-speaking friends.

We will be dining out, having picnics, enjoying outdoor activities and camping trips, speed boats, travel, birthday celebrations, live music and entertainment, holiday celebrations, and so much more. The majority of the events are on weekends with occasional week night events on Fridays. Some events are combined with other groups for more mixing and mingling. Plenty of friendships to be made!

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267 members · Private

Spiritual Mediumship with Sandy's Enlightened Friends

Lake Zurich, IL

This meetup will be bringing events from highly trained tutors to assist with developmental mediumship at its finest!

30 members · Public

Friends in Northbrook+ Vernon Hills (20 - 30's)

Vernon Hills, IL

Meetup group for friends in Northbrook and Vernon Hills area (20's to 30's Only) We are a fun, positive and easy going group. We welcome everyone who are in their 20’s or 30’s and who live near Northbrook or Vernon Hills. \*This group requires active participation since our organizers are active members. We have a full social calendar and need your help to keep it active.\* If you are looking for a fun, positive, happy and easy going group who are in there 20’s and 30’s and who live near Northbrook or Vernon Hills then this group is for you. Looking forward to seeing you all at the events! \*Please note: There is a three strikes and you will be removed if you are a no show or say that you are coming but decline always. That is for when I make a reservation. When I make a reservation, I need to tell the place, how many people and it needs to be that number. Its not good to tell a place that there is this number of people and then I have to change it. Thank you for understand!

613 members · Public

New Hope Community Church Young Adults Group

Palatine, IL

This is a young adult group that is interested in to promoting the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to have fellowship with other believers through social events. We aim to have meaningful conversations that touch on hot topics in our society while looking through a Biblical lens.

13 members · Public

"Friends First" FUN Friends Group

Arlington Heights, IL

We are a group of unbelievably fun friends that meet regularly at different places around the burbs. Most of us are in the age range of 50+ but we do have some mature 40-somethings and some very alive 60-somethings. We invite all our friends---SINGLE, WIDOWED, COMMITTED RELATIONSHIPS AND EVEN THOSE THAT ARE MARRIED AND WANT A FUN NIGHT OUT- to invite their friends to come and hang out with us and meet our friends and make new friends. It is through friends that almost all our friends have found interesting and fun people to enhance our lives. You will meet really good, fun and happy people at our events. You may meet someone to be friends with, do business with, or make your lifelong friend! Our married friends have single friends, our single friends have married friends, our widowed friends have married friends, single friend even and widowed friends, our committed couple friends have married and single friends. BOTTOM LINE....FRIENDS ARE FRIENDS! Friends are Friends!!! Do you get it? 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 promote conversation, laughter, interaction and most of all FRIENDSHIPS! Hope to meet you soon at at one of our FUN events!

3291 members · Public

NorthShore Mahjongg Meetup Group

Northbrook, IL

Welcome to the NorthShore Mahjongg Meetup group! This group is for experienced players only. We play twice a week, Monday nights and Thursday afternoons. We look forward to creating a community for Mahjongg players who come for the love and passion of the game. The Meetup group gives us the opportunity to meet new people and make new friends along the way. -Pam & Susan

193 members · Public

Gluten Free Dining Group

Wheeling, IL

Gluten Free, Healthy Eating Dine Around Group. Explore restaurants with Gluten Free dining options while meeting new friends in the northwest suburbs.

258 members · Private

North Shore Nights Out

Glenview, IL

Join us for events in the Chicago North Shore area - Evanston, Wilmette, Winnetka, Glenview, Northbrook and surrounding towns. (You don't have to live here to participate) This is a new group, focused on getting out and meeting new friends. What kind of events? Whatever we find that is fun! Concerts, plays, happy hours, dining out. I am brand new to the area but I organized a group just like this in Carmel Indiana. We'll make it fun! And help me find a new cover picture for the group! This was all I could think of that exemplified the North Shore but there has got to be something better!

81 members · Public

Lake County Wine Group

Grayslake, IL

Meet new friends and taste great wines!

Whether you are serious about wine or simply enjoy a relaxing glass, we welcome aficionados of all types. We meet 3-4 times per month and focus on both wine Education and Appreciation.

We host Wine Tastings, Wine Classes, Casual Get-Togethers, Fun Social Events, Winery Tours, Vineyard Trips, Wine Making Adventures and More!

We also have a diversely experienced group of Winemakers, so if you have ever thought about making your own wine but don't feel like spending the big bucks, we have already made the investment for you, and ferment four times per year.

Join our group today and let's get sipping!

3296 members · Public

The Tamil Friends Meetup Group

Palatine, IL

Create a networking group for local Tamils. Exchange books - and create a Tamil books & DVD lending programme. Organize events once in a month - for family get to gethers. Also organize group Cinema outings etc. Conduct Tamil classes for children.

252 members · Private

Arlington Heights Waterskiing Meetup Group

Arlington Heights, IL

Welcome to the Arlington Heights Waterskiing Meetup Group! This group is for water skiing enthusiasts of all levels, from beginners to advanced. Whether you're looking to improve your skills, meet new friends, or just enjoy some fun on the water, this is the group for you. Join us for meetups at local lakes and rivers where we'll ski, socialize, and have a great time together. Come join our community of waterskiing enthusiasts and make the most of the summer season on the water!

15 members · Public

Board Game Nights

Vernon Hills, IL

Located in the Vernon Hills area, we get together to play various tabletop games, also called "Eurogames" or "designer games" such as Ticket to Ride, Settlers of Catan, and Puerto Rico.

Twice a year (July and November), we hold a large gaming events (about 80-90 people) called "Nerd Night" (usually at Trinity International University):

https://youtu.be/JZlDPlnT8JU

But we also like to gather in a home setting on alternating Friday nights over the summer too--newcomers to board games are welcome (we have a large selection of games to choose from). Come learn how to play new games and meet new friends!

377 members · Public

Deerfield Outdoor Tennis Meetup Group

Deerfield, IL

Welcome to the Deerfield Outdoor Tennis Meetup Group! This group is perfect for tennis enthusiasts of intermediate and advanced skill levels who enjoy playing and practicing outdoor tennis. Myself Organize regular meetups for friendly matches and social gatherings.. Join us for some great tennis action and meet new friends who share your love for the game! Let's hit the courts and have a fantastic time together! Myself Sarvesh Kumar was a national level tennis player in India and currently a full time graduate student and anyone interested kindly do reach out. There are four courts in my community and address is Swallow street, Deerfield 60015

21 members · Public

Sip 'N Flip - Women's Book Club

Palatine, IL

**What's the purpose of this group?** Sip 'N Flip is an in-person women's book club that provides a relaxed and casual atmosphere to meet other women who share a common passion for reading - all while enjoying sipping some great beverages! **Who should join?** Women (ages 21+) who enjoy reading, are interested in meeting new friends in the area, social events, and creating meaningful connections. **Logistics** **Location:** In person at a local brewery/winery **Date/times**: Every 3rd Sunday of the month at 2p **Additional details** All women read the same book and meet up once a month to discuss. I will be preparing a list of discussion points prior and sending them to everyone.

372 members · Private

Crafting and Coffee Klatch

Gurnee, IL

307 members · Public