Mothers & More is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of mothers through support, education and advocacy. We address mothers’ needs as individuals and members of society, and promote the value of all the work mothers do. Please visit our website to learn more: http://www.dupagemothersandmore.org/ **Please be sure to review our group's rules and guidelines before you join. They're important and, we feel, worth the read. For the details, click on "Pages" and then "Rules and …

We are a thriving group of women entrepreneurs who are committed to cultivating authentic relationships while providing ongoing, mutual support and resources for growing our businesses. Meet and join other women entrepreneurs and independent business owners or women considering starting their own business to learn, network and get ideas to grow your business. Our breakfast meeting will stimulate your mind give you a forum to share your business and vision with others. Join this fantastic and …

In 1958, a group of women, all related to architects, formed the Women's Architectural League to promote awareness and appreciation of Chicago architecture. Over the years membership has broadened to include women in the design professions and others interested in architecture. WALF members organize tours designed to deepen appreciation for both historic and contemporary Chicago architecture. Tours frequently feature buildings under construction or recently completed, led by architects involved …

The South Naperville Women's Chapter meets weekly to develop business, exchange leads, and increase their business success. We only allow one business per category, so this is a great opportunity to get in on the ground floor of a growing group. The chapter is based on Leads Club 34 year successful system to increase business, develop relationships, become a resource, while in a positive, supportive environment. We are actively looking for women in some of the following categories: Financial Pla …

I welcome you to join us for a support and empowerment group for women. This group is intended to be a safe place for women to receive the nurturance and wisdom that they so often give to others in their lives. This is a holistic personal growth group where we look at personal, social, mind, body, and spiritual aspects of our lives. We also will bring in guest speakers and host retreats and activities that focus on enriching the lives of our members. We would love to have you join us!

Looking to meet up with other daughters in the Chicago area that have lost their mothers to a terminal illness such as cancer. There are many bereavement groups in Chicago for people that are grieving over their mom's death but almost none exist for women in their 20's, 30's, and early 40's. I just lost my mom to pancreatic cancer and want to gather other women like me that want to share experiences, memories, and friendship. Park Ridge, Arlington Heights, Palatine, Schaumburg, and Chicago are a …

Are you struggling with how to define your role as a stepmom? Do you sometimes feel like an outsider in your own home? Do you wish you had other stepmoms to relate to? Join a supportive and caring community of other women who know about the challenges and frustrations of being a stepmom. The group will help you: Explore your thoughts and feelings about being a stepmom in an open, confidential environment; Improve relationships with your current spouse, stepchildren and other family members; and …

WE are a great group of single women that are near or over the age of 40. AGE DOES NOT MATTER. SIZE and COLOR does not matter.  Rich, poor or in between-doesn't matter.   Friendship matters MOST! Women are powerful.  Men may rule the world but how did the rulers get here....A WOMAN! This group started out as SINGLE women but we have had many requests lately of married women that would like to join.  All of us have great girlfriends that are married so we are not going to leave them out!  Many ma …

This group was started to get women together who are interested in meeting new friends. The purpose of the group is to get together for connection and support for each other. One of the main activities is a biweekly breakfast meeting. Women who are looking for friendship, positivity and fun are welcome! We try to add new activities and new restaurants to the list of things to do as suggestions come up. Be sure to have a current picture when you join. There is a $1.00 fee per meetup requiring re …

Change can be difficult. Facing a life change/transition can create anxiety in us, fill us with grief over what we have lost and leave us feeling confused and uncertain about the future. WIT is a psycho-educational and support group for women who are going through different transitions in life. Transitions could be of any kind including divorce, death of a loved one,job loss, empty nest, caring for a loved one, illness/injury, relocation etc.

Women from The Orchard Community who want to get together and grow in our relationship with Jesus Christ. We want to help others by reaching out in our community and serving each other.

B.I.G. is a support, education and networking group for smart women (and let's face it -we're all smart!) Mission -- To create an environment where women empower each other toward their personal and professional goals and dreams. We currently host meetings in nearly 60 local communities throughout the country and we're expanding rapidly. We're also available to all women on-line via our http://www.believeinspiregrow.com website. What is B.I.G? B.I.G. is a community based support group that pro …

This group is designed for women who have health club memberships but don't go regularly, have exercise equipment at home but it's used to hold clothing instead, want very badly to attain a healthy weight goal but feel they need encouragement from a small group with similar goals. The idea behind our group is to meet and workout together in an effort to support each other weekly as we share our challenges and achievements. I think talking about our obstacles and encouraging each other to stay co …

Women Destined For Success is perfect for women who are ready for a career shift, who are re-entering the workforce or who are contemplating a life change. Does this sound like you? If ... * You are at a career or life change crossroad, but don't know how to start making these changes * You know that you need to make a change, but don't know where to start * You are re-entering the workforce * You are determined to find work suited to your life's purpose And ... * You are ready to actively explo …

Join us on our journey to our BEST SELF. NOT just a meetup, this is a MOVEMENT. A movement towards a new generation of "whole black women who are EMPOWERED in every area of their lives. Whole women make SMART decisions and know their value. We refer to ourselves as Diamonds and we are priceless! We bring out the BEST in each other! We plan events that cater to EVERY aspect of your life. We workout together, travel together, save and invest together, pray together, solve problems together. We enc …

As a survivor of domestic violence I find myself wishing I had more friends who understood what I have been through. Tired of constantly being asked why I stayed, why I didn't leave sooner, what I was thinking, I am starting this group in the hopes that more women with similar experiences will join me in helping others (and ourselves) who may be in similar situations (or have been in the past), and to raise awareness in the community. More than the average support group, I am hoping that this wi …

Are you ready to have some fun? This group is for women interested in getting out of the house and getting together to participate in a number of activities including karaoke nights, dance classes, dinners and movies, comedy shows, plays or concerts, shopping trips, fitness classes; you name it!  The opportunities are limitless to the journeys we can unlock and discover as a positive group of freespirited, diverse women. If you are looking for fun and adventure, let the good times roll. Members …

Are you proud to be LGBTQ? Do you believe it's possible to love more than one person? If so, then this meetup group is for you! LGBTQ Polyamory Chicago is a community for Chicago polyamorists who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgendered, of Queer (Basically just something other than straight or "almost straight") This meetup group is a venue especially for Chicago's LGBTQ polyamorists to connect with each other in a community especially for us.  We meet up through parties, discussion …

Join us to share, explore, chat, exchange notes, network & laugh. We are a membership group with daily after work get-togethers where we serve light refreshments and host random education & activities. Check out the website for more details! www.illuminatasociety.com

This group is for women from the Indian Sub-continent India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bangladesh) who are adjusting with life transitions of living alone, being divorced, adjusting to a new environment/culture, being on a dependent visa etc. The intention of this group is to utilize our abilities as women to create support and empowerment without having to worry about religion/class/caste/race etc..

We're looking for dynamic, motivated business women that want to increase their business success! Join this group to get exclusive category representation (no competitors), build relationships, and become a resource! We'll provide a structured, positive, supportive environment where you can work together to increase your business with measurable results! Other area chapters developed over $200K in business in 2012 and are on track to go further in 2013! Don't miss your chance, join early and sec …

OBJECTIVE This group is designed for exclusive group of women that is focused on learning about different areas/professions today women entrepreneurs have been progressing in with full confidence and achieving new highs every day. The group facilitates building, encouraging, motivating and inspiring women to go after their dreams and to pursue whatever passions they may have. We pride ourselves on Faith, Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Structure, Excellence, Loyalty and Teamwork. We call …

Calling all women who are feeling wonderfully hormonal, appreciate they are "hot", have a great attitude, and know when to just pull yourself together, put on some lipstick, and have a martini with the girls! We will meet once a month at a great bar for a girls night out to vent, chat, let loose, the usual verbal release therapy that goes along with our wonderfully changing and raging hormones!

We are a casual running club that holds group runs close to western Cook County, and eastern DuPage County. Most runs are in the Brookfield, Lyons, Riverside, La Grange, La Grange Park, Westchester, and Western Springs area. Other surrounding areas like Hinsdale, and Darien, and Westmont have a very strong running population and great places to run. We are slowly building a pool of people of all abilities so that we could have a place to make new friends, find new motivation, undertake new endea …

You've seen the ladies of SNL do it. You've seen Mindy Kaling and Lena Dunham do it. Now, with the support of your fellow Chicago commediennes, you can do it too! Share sketch ideas, read a script you've been working on, or meet the other half of your comedy writing dream team. Essay, fiction, and web writers welcome. Even if you don't have any material to test out on this friendly female audience (yet), you'll get inspired just hanging out with some fellow Chicago funny ladies. Join the discuss …

Outdoor Afro is a social community that reconnects African-Americans with natural spaces and one another through recreational activities such as camping, hiking, biking, birding, fishing, gardening, skiing — and more! Outdoor Afro disrupts the false perception that black people do not have a relationship with nature. We remember our history in nature, leverage social media, and support relevant local leadership to create interest communities, events, and partnerships that support diverse partici …

Calling all pregnant women over 40. Let's support each other and share our experiences, joys and concerns, and have a network of future playmates for our babies.

Calling all graduates of Celebrating Men; Satisfying Women weekend! A chance to get together to share and support one another in our journey to have great partnerships. Discover Partnership - with compassion, understanding and the ability to get what you need with less effort and more satisfaction for both of you. PAX Programs is in the business of educating women about men, and men about women. We seek to illuminate the instinctive behaviors of both men and women that may be limiting our partne …