KunTao Silat is a Indonesian/Chinese/ Dutch/American martial art designed to serve the whole person, Mind, Body and Spirit. KunTao Silat is a direct, practical form of self defense forged in one of the most violent crucibles known to man. It is not based on theory, but on the skills passed on by those who survived in an environment where war, piracy, religious extremism and violent crime were every day events.   These skills are simple, direct and profound because they had to be! KunTao Silat in …

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 …

Are you lonely? Running on empty? Forgotten your dreams? Tired of making everyone else a priority? Then it is time to get in touch with your inner star power and stop relegating your dreams to someday...start today. This is for you if are ready to... Set aside your daily routine. Connect with other outstanding women. Reconnect with your fun and fabulous self. Do more of what you love everyday. I am committed to supporting women as they rediscover their passion and gain the joyful confidence to f …

This is a group that meets to WRITE, to socialize, and to offer encouragement and inspiration to others as we practice our craft. We're focused on the process, not the product.  Writing can be a solitary activity...but it doesn't have to be. This is a group where the focus is actually on DOING the work as opposed to critiquing already finished works. I found so many groups on meetup focused on the critique, but none focused on motivating each other to get the writing done. So if you need motivat …

This group is for anyone who is over 50 married, unmarried, widowed, divorced, any status who wants to get out and meet new people. Looking for members who would like to go out for lunch, coffee, dinner, an art show, etc......I would love if members of the group used this site as a means to plan their own Meetups. If you're going to dinner and want some company, let us know by posting here. If there's a new movie out and you have no one to go with and don't want to go alone, again post here. I w …

Paint Dancing is a new venue created solely for the purpose of openly expressing yourself for fun in 2 different mediums - AT ONCE! That's Right! PAINTING and DANCING (at the same time) in private art studios around the Chicago area while helping support your local food banks. Watch some of our crazy Paint Dancing videos on YouTube! http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=DF09B34FE51B3199 We will supply non-toxic paint, brushed and paper! All you need is your paint clothes (and shoes) a …

… Its primary artistic material of living organisms and shifting systems travels in flux. There are always surprises. Seeking a narrow definition; one focuses on landscape architecture as a profession. The profession of landscape architecture began in America. The national trade association for U.S. landscape architects is the American Society of Landscape Architects (founded in 1899). The ASLA defines landscape architecture as: "encompasses the analysis, planning, design, management and stewards …

… 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, become best friends or even to date!   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.  …

Welcome to The Highland Park Gracie Jiu-Jitsu group. We are a private meetup group committed to training in the fine art of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu founded by Grandmaster Helio Gracie. We are officially the first  Chicagoland area Gracie Garage. For further information please click on the "About" tab at the top left of this page.

… The group was founded by Margalit in 2006, as the second Hebrew Meetup worldwide after New York. We have had more than 60 extremely diverse meetings, including discussions in coffee houses, pubs, restaurants, and private homes, as well as a wide range of sports, arts, and outdoor activities. We have 225 members and keep growing.  The Chicago Hebrew Meetup is a closed group, so for updates on activities you need to sign up. This gives you real privacy as a member. We do welcome new members! Wheth …

Are you married or in a committed relationship and consider yourself to be an established couple? Are you looking for things to do for you and your spouse/partner to do to get out of the house and meet other fun couples to enjoy fun times out with?  Then this group is for you! Do you live in the city?  Do you live in the burbs?  It doesn't matter!  Here you will be able to connect to other couples in your area just by looking at profiles and reaching out to others that live in your area. There w …

… 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, become best friends or even to date!   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.  …

The Good Times Institute (GTI) is a Meetup Group that engages in a diverse mix of fun group activities in Chicago, including but not limited to happy hours, brunches, dinners, nights out, parties, karaoke, concerts, movie get-togethers, sports watching, outdoor outings, and any other great opportunities to take advantage of the exceptional social, cultural, and entertainment amenities that Chicago offers as a world-class city. Originally named the Happy Hour Institute and founded in September 20 …

The Shambhala Meditation Center of Chicago is part of an international community of over 200 centers. The center offers programs and classes in mindfulness meditation and the contemplative arts, free individual meditation instruction, and a vibrant, diverse community of members and friends who study and practice together. The center provides a warm, genuine basis for realizing the full potential of our inherent wisdom. Through the practice of mindfulness, we learn to touch in with that wisdom, a …

… 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, become best friends or even to date!   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.  …

 "Total Relaxation is Paradise" - Osho Greetings.  I am Prem -Prana. I feel under Divine Grace. I am a fortunate and blessed soul. A few years ago I found out that happiness was hidden within me. I now  feel love and joy in my heart, and peace in my soul, because I am totally relaxed. And I know that everyone can feel the same. I feel Gratitude for the opportunity to share it with others. Osho inspires me the most! Osho meditation are designed for inner transformation.  Love , compassion and inn …