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Exploring Chicago with Friends!

Chicago, IL

Exploring Chicago with Friends!
Welcome to our fun & active group! Whether you are new to Chicago or have been around awhile, by becoming a member of this group you will get a chance to explore the Chicago area beyond what the typical Chicago area resident normally does. It is like being a tourist in your city, as we discover a lot of hidden gems and unique experiences . This is a sister group to the original, 1001 Things to See in Chicago Before You Die so we will be doing a lot of joint events together. We want to have a club where we can have many enjoyable events; giving you the opportunity to meet new people while partaking in unique & diverse outings all over Chicagoland. This will also be a year round group as winter does not slow us down! Annual dues are $12 per member. You get a 90 day free trial to see if you like the group! If you decide to become an event host, then your annual dues are waived. We are an extremely active and social group with a wide range of activities all over Chicago. Most of our events take place in Chicago or nearby suburbs like Evanston, Oak Park and Park Ridge. ALL events are accessible by public transportation, which is why we mainly focus on Chicago. Please note that we also have a firm 3 strikes, no show policy. If you do not show up for an event without updating your RSVP, you earn a strike. After 3 strikes, you are put on 3 months suspension. We do not want to be disciplinarians but are trying to keep things fair and fun for all our members. If you have any questions about the group, suggestions on events or, would like to lead an outing, please let me know. Those who host an event, get their annual dues waived. Giovina Romandine Organizer for Exploring Chicago with Friends!
195 members · Public

Chicago Asperger Adults & Friends

Skokie, IL

Chicago Asperger Adults & Friends
This group is built around peer-run support groups for adults who are on the autism spectrum or have neurodiverse conditions or learning disabilities with similar social effects (e.g. nonverbal LD, social-emotional LD or social communication disorder.) \- No formal diagnosis necessary to join\. \- Groups are lead by an adult on autism spectrum or with other neurodiverse conditions\. \- No therapist or other professional support is present at meetings\. The site currently features the GRASP Chicago Support Group, Autism and Neurodiversity in the Workplace Group, and other social gatherings in Chicago and its suburbs. Given that restrictions and health risks related to COVID-19 made in-person indoor support groups impractical for the near future, the group has transitioned to online support group meeting and in-person gatherings at local parks/forest preserves. Basic policies for meetings are posted in the group discussion section of this site. Once you have joined, please read the "Basic Online Policies: GRASP Chicago-Evanston Support Group" post on the Chicago Asperger Adults & Friends Discussion Forum or you can access it here: [https://www.meetup.com/aspergerchi/messages/boards/thread/52791986](https://www.meetup.com/aspergerchi/messages/boards/thread/52791986) Chicago Asperger Adults & Friends welcomes relatives, professionals, and other friends of adults on the autism spectrum to join this site in hopes that we forge new connections between autism spectrum adults and other parts of the autism community. Members are welcome to use this site’s message boards and other messaging services to connect with each other. **Additional note on privacy:** Although members can join the Meetup site under an alias, members are required to share their full name and a piece of contact info (either email or cell #) with the Meetup organizer in order to receive Zoom links or exact locations to in-person events. This information is not shared with other group members, but the organizer needs it for accountability purposes.
954 members · Private

Russian-speaking Friends | Suburbs of Chicago

Vernon Hills, IL

Russian-speaking Friends | Suburbs of Chicago

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