Fun *free* events for women runners training for the ZOOMA Chicago half marathon or 10K on August 10. Come out to hang out with fellow runners, meet new running friends, and log some miles towards race day! Everyone is welcome, no matter where you are in your training. Run/walkers, slow runners, fast runners, in-between runners. We're all headed to the same place! Race day is Saturday, August 10 at Montrose Harbor. www.zoomarun.com/chicago

Myself and my coworkers are runners looking for some motivation during the winter months. We work at element wellness located at 233 W North Ave (near North and Wells) and want to start a weekly running group. We will meet on Wednesday evenings at 6pm at element and go out for 3-4 mile run and come back. The best part is that our office is a raw juice and smoothie bar so all attendees will get a free juice or smoothie at the end of their run!

If you live and work in the Chicago Loop area, we are interested in forming up a group that runs every Tuesday night at 6pm along the Lakefront. We will run between a 9:00-10:30 pace for 3-4 miles each Tuesday. We will meet at the American Back Center located at 122 S Michigan Ave (Michigan and Adams), Suite 1265 for pre-running stretching. Several of the American Back Center are runners, mostly recreational runners that are looking to keep motivated during the winter. There are several races co …

Group for women in the area interested in getting fit together. Whether it's running, walking, hiking, bicycling (although tougher in the winter months), meeting at a health club, etc. Just looking to create a small group who can share this common goal and help inspire and push each other to get and stay fit.  Ideal schedule will be around full time working women who's ideal times are before or after work. Please note- This is not a group for fitness professionals looking to sell services

Have you ever dreamed of making it to the finish line? But don't know how to get started? This program is for you! Designed for the beginning runner to accomplish a 5K or Half Marathon. Group runs will take place once per week! Check out the meetup for more details!

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 …

This group is for women 40+ (or close to becoming of age:)) interested in building long-lasting friendships, that include running/walking, 5Ks, outdoor activities such as camping, kayaking/canoeing, cookouts, etc. I started this group because I feel there are plenty of women out there who want to become/stay fit, are in need of a friend, a new beginning or a non-judgmental shoulder to lean on...an uplifting person who will be there as a friend all while having a good time and easying up on the d …

I am excited that YOU are here on this page and are wanting to join this fabulous group of women.  I know that you will bring with you some awesome ideas and we can't wait to meet you!!! We are a social circle of 30 to 40 something women Geting together to do fun, creative, artsy, tasty, social, athletic and adventurous activities!   We are all about bringing women together and creating GREAT friendships.  Whether you’re new in town like me, or because some of your friends are moving away, whate …

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 …

Welcome to the Chicago Woman Developers Meet-up Chicago Women Developers (CWDevs) is run by a group of women from a variety of background and technical expertise. We have one thing in common: we are passionate about coding and we are passionate about women in tech. We host a variety of classes and events for women at all technical skill levels, see you soon.

*Please note this group will no longer accept new members beginning JUNE 1st.  If you're interested in joining our book club, please fill out a profile now.  Thank you in advance for your interest!* Hi there!  I used to belong to a wonderful, monthly book club, but due to a change in my work schedule, I was no longer able to attend.  I decided to create my own.  We currently meet on Thursdays, alternating between 1pm and 7pm meetups each month.  Days/times we meet may change, but advanced notice …

The Project Chicago Lair is a non-commercial dating, relationship, and sexuality support group for adult men in the Chicagoland area. We seek to help men become more successful in achieving their goals in their sex lives and relationships with women by fostering a community in which men can come together for beneficial discussions of these, and related issues, in an atmosphere that is both honestly critical, yet supportive and non-judgmental, as well as one in which men can form lasting friendsh …

Our new chapter is up and running with new leadership! We are dedicated to furthering feminist issues for the women in our area including employment, sexual harassment, pay equity, reproductive choice, sexual violence, and educational issues. Our intention is to make a difference in the lives of the women in our area by dedicating ourselves to several key projects each year, and through community outreach and political activities Educating and empowering the women of Chicago's North and Northwe …

The Primo Center for Women and Children is hosting the 2nd Annual Run Home Chicago to take place at Soldier Field on June 9, 2013. The goal for this race is to raise awareness and funds for homelessness in Chicago. We have the honor of having Mayor Rahm Emmanuel and his wife Amy Rule serve as Honorary Chairs. Fitness expert Andrea Metcalf from NBC 5 Chicago will serve as Run Home Chicago Chair. This event is not only helping to raise funds for the women and children of the Primo Center, it will …

Hey girls! We already have a downtown running group, but this group will mainly have races and events in the western burbs. I started this group for young women like myself who want to meet other girls who enjoy running. To join this group, please be in your 20's or 30's and single with no kids. I'm sorry for these restrictions, but I feel that it's a little easier to make new friends that you click with if you're in similar stages of your life. Feel free to suggest any races that you're interes …

Welcome to the Chicago Basketball Club! This group is for anyone and everyone who wants to play basketball with a great, friendly group of people. We welcome everyone from total beginners to very advanced, and everyone gets to play with people of their own skill level. It is our mission to get as many people playing basketball in Chicago as possible. So whether you are an old pro, or have never even touched a ball before - we are the place for you. Come along and check us out, nobody ever walks …

VentureSHOT Entrepreneur Collaboration Community brings together extraordinary entrepreneurs to help them grow their businesses and enhance their levels of success. This community was launched and is run BY Entrepreneurs...FOR Entrepreneurs. We REALLY know the issues entrepreneurs face in growing their businesses and our vision is to help hundreds of entrepreneurs achieve greater success through collaboration with their peers, mentors and unique, powerful collaboration sessions. Click Here For P …

Welcome to Uptown Runners! Though Chicago is full of devoted runners, many of the groups meet in Lincoln Park. But why head down there? We've got beautiful stretches of lakefront path and terrific, fun neighborhoods to run through right here in Uptown. The goal of this group is to connect with other runners in the area and find running buddies! Organizers will host 2-3 runs a week, but all members host runs themselves. Want company on your 6:00 am 6 mile run each Wednesday morning? Post the run! …

If your looking to meet some local girls that are in their mid to late 20’s and 30’s that live near the Northwest suburbs (Aurora, Naperville, Oakbrook, Wheaton, Schaumburg, Addison, Lombard etc.) area to do some adventurous type of activities such as Indoor/Outdoor rock climbing, biking, hiking, bowling, indoor racing etc or just want to meet up after work for happy hour, catch a good movie, or comedy show or get together at someone’s place for wine and cheese and game night then this is the gr …

Welcome to The Girlfriends and Giggles Social Club of Chicago, or as we affectionally call ourselves, "The G & G". We are a fun, active and casual meetup group for women in the NW suburbs and greater Chicagoland area, ages 25+. Whether you are single, married, partnered, widowed, divorced or separated we are looking to make new friends, have lots of fun in the process and hopefully are the right fit for you! We have a very high rate of returning members to our meetups and we pride ourselves on b …

Group members are taught the essentials of mindfulness and how the process relates to their feelings. The technique teaches them to be aware of what they are feeling in the moment, which allows for a deepening of the way they relate to their thoughts and patterns. Unwanted patterns of relating and behaving discovered during the sessions can then be shifted. Using both avenues of psychology and mindfulness allows patterns to shift more rapidly as cognitive work helps people to understand the issu …

Note: In order to remain part of this group you are Requested RSVP, and Attend Parties on a fairly frequent basis in order to remain an active member... You can't find True Love without meeting... This is not a chat site to try and arrange Blind Unsafe dates... We give you a Very Safe, Comfortable, and Cozy Venue for Serious Relationship Minded Singles to Meet. So Support the Group & Yourselves by Attending the Parties... Parties will be around the Nw side of Chicago/O'hare area.. This Group is …

This group is for ladies who are 20-something to 30ish and would like to get together and have some fun! Perhaps you are sick of the monotony of your daily life and would like to get out of the house and hang out with a group of ladies in a more stimulating and creative setting.  Some things we have done in the past:  Boxing class, Game night, brunch, Pumpkin carving for Halloween, tea party, wine tasting, cookie exchange, Morton Arboretum, dinner & drinks, Progressive Dinner, Pinterest Party, C …

Looking for a place to play soccer without the commitment of a full season? We offer pickup games and weekly tournaments in Chicago every week. Or, if you're new in town and looking to meet other soccer players, this is a great way to get on a team or form a new one! You'll love the group of fun and friendly people who just want to get out and play like you do. We welcome all levels of players including beginner, recreational, intermediate, and competitive. Our Sports Monster staff love running …

Team Dream encourages and supports the empowerment, self- actualization and self-transcendence of women of color through a social network for multisport fitness education, growth, training, competition and transformative experience.

I designed this group for the young professional sexy ladies that like to step out in style and have a good time. Whether it is hanging out at the local hot spots in Chicago or traveling the world, I like to get out and have fun!! Often times I run across so many things to do and not a lot of people to do them with, so if you are a carefree, fun, outgoing girl that likes to do things at the spur of the moment.....THIS IS THE GROUP FOR YOU!!! In this group we will do it all from parties, to trips …

There are a ton of Fashion Industry networks, so this is for vendors to connect with each other. If you're looking for a way to really increase your business, this is the group for you. Get the resources you need to be successful. Collaborate with like-minded professional who are actively running their businesses. This is great for: Retailers: boutique owners, free-lance stylist, those who have space and what to maximize the opportunity Photographers: Looking to increase business by staying …

Team LUNA Chix brings together women who are interested in learning new sports, staying active and inspiring others to do the same. We encourage and help women with no experience, first time/new triathletes, competitive age-group athletes and everyone in between. Come out and join us in our upcoming events!