People sometimes say, “There are two things you just don’t talk about: Politics and Religion.” I think that is a shame. If something is important you should be able to talk about it. When we refuse to talk about a subject we refuse to learn about it. In the spirit of deeper understanding, better conversation, and new friendships let’s get together and talk about Religion and Politics. Each week we will have a new topic; either religious, political or both. You will have as much say in choosing t …

This is a group where you can improve your English (ESL), practice English Conversation and make friends. We encourge you to find study partners, network and have fun.

This group is about talking in Spanish. The shared interest of our members is to polish their Spanish. Conversation practice is key to improve one's command of all aspects of a foreign language, such as conjugations and the proper use of certain words and expressions. Our meetup sessions offer members a time to talk, practice and improve each one's language skills.

Love the French Language? Your French getting a little rusty? Just looking for people to practice your French and make friends? Vous avez envie d’apprendre le Français dans une ambiance détendue tout en vous amusant? Meet friendly nice people in  a small group with high quality of Conversation. Anyone can speak. That's very calming, relax, and simple. We learne a lot while speaking French. Come have French immersion, and networking,  by joining us now. You will   connect with Native French speak …

Meet local Spanish language and culture lovers for conversation, cultural exchange, and fun in Chicago! Come to a Spanish Fanaticos Meetup event and make new amigos while speaking in Spanish, learning new vocabulary, putting your grammar knowledge into practice and/or simply brushing up your Spanish skills! Some of our events include: Spanish Grammar and Literature Workshops, Social Networking Events, Happy Hours, Dinners, Coffee Time, Hikes, Picnics, Movie Nights, Dancing and more. All ages and …

This is a group for anyone who speaks some French and would like to discuss en francais a host of interesting topics from politics, to food, to theatre to philosophy. While we welcome all levels of French, it does help if you have a good basic knowledge of French so that you can participate in conversations.

The main benefit of this group is making friends with people who share the same interest in conversational Spanish. Speakers of all levels are welcome, as are native speakers. In addition to enjoying regular conversations with other Spanish speakers and learners, we participate in activities and events that expose us to the Spanish language and Spanish/Latino culture.

Conversaciones en español e ingles al mismo tiempo. *Conversations in Spanish and English simultaneously*

Friends & Conversation with drinks: If you had a long day/week, join us for good conversation and drinks (sometimes with food).  We invite you to join us if you want to socialize and take a load off. Suggestions are always welcome. Tell us a little about yourself in your intro, everyone can see it.

Soirée décontractée et sympa, pas de cotisation. On ne fait que boire et parler. L'evenement est Gratuit. Chaque mercredi de 19h00 - 21h00. Pour toute information : Appellez : 312-848-8272 Sheri's cell Meet local French language and culture lovers for conversation and fun! Come to a French Language Meetup and make new amis as you practice speaking, build your vocabulary and finally figure out those verb conjugations! All ages and levels welcome. HISTORIQUE DU GROUPE La troisième semaine de ja …

LIVE CHAT Every Morning with our online "Coffee Klatch" Then meet these people in real life and you will feel like you have known them as your buddies forever. We go out drinking coffee, experiencing the great coffee shops in Chicago; sometimes grabbing a dessert along the way. Let me conclude by saying, WE ARE SOME OF THE FRIENDLIEST PEOPLE WHO ATTEND MEETUP EVENTS!!! Yes, you will feel included, yes you will be encouraged to join into the conversations... Yes, you will be introduced around....

We're an easy-going group of friends who like to explore various coffee houses throughout the city.  It's a great excuse to check out new neighborhoods and meet new friends in a small group environment.  Come find a new gem with us, or relax for a bit after work without the happy hour drama and stress. We'd love to have you join us!

Esto grupo fue creado para darnos una oportunidad de charlar en Español. Please join us if you are somewhat knowledgeable in Spanish as a second language and want to improve your speaking skills. Native speakers are welcome to help others learn Spanish and about your home country's culture.

Are you Looking for more friends and dates?? Do you want to meet more people fast? New to Town and wondering how to make new friends quickly? If you are, This is how!! Speed Friending Events are for you!! Come see what everyone is talking about. Speed Friending Events is a fast new, super fun, and very low pressure way to make lasting friendships around town. Our events are the quickest, safest, most effective low-pressure way to meet new people in town. This is the ONLY place in Chicago whe …

Bienvenue tout le monde qui aime la France et la langue francaise! - Nous nous rencontrons une fois par semaine pour bavarder en francais! - Intemediate levels and above only. - Your photo must be on your profile Joanna

LIVE CHAT too! Meet People Interested in Dining Out & Social Events in your area! Come to a "Playful" Meetup to break bread with fellow foodies, visit interesting venues--theater events, movies, bars/dance clubs, karaoke, comedy shows, bowling, musical & theatrical productions, sight seeing/architectural tours, etc. Discover new restaurants, enjoy delicious meals and make satisfying conversation with friendly dinner companions. It's breakfast, lunch, brunch, dinner and treats... It's a big dinin …

Let me start by saying WE ARE SOME OF THE FRIENDLIEST PEOPLE WHO ATTEND MEETUP EVENTS!!! Yes, you will feel included, yes you will be encouraged to join into the conversations... Yes, you will be introduced around.... (now here are some specifics as to what this group is about) There is a treasure trove of free and or very cheap events and cultural activities in the Chicagoland area that include but is not limited to: circus performances, concerts, lectures, art openings and other activities. We …

The purpose of this group is to have meetups and exchange our members' language knowledge. We want to invite speakers with an intermediate-to-advanced command of a pair from a list of seven European languages to speak with interlocutors bearing a reciprocal command of such pair and have fun while refreshing/improving their own knowledge.

Under Construction (but join!) (Note that this page as well as some outgoing links are NSFW.) This group is for people who have an intuition of something better, and who are pursuing it in every direction simultaneously. You have a sense of rightness and wrongness that cuts to the bone, and it doesn't line up with traditional religion or the zeitgeist. You're an information sponge, but you hold it all provisionally and pragmatically. You know that all truths are partial perspectives, i.e. wrong …

Bonjour! Any parents who are they themselves learning French or who speak it fluently and are willing to help those who are beginners are welcome to join this kid-friendly meet up. Parents of young students who attend Lycée Francais de Chicago are are also welcome. The goal is to work on developing our French along with our children's. The environment is unstructured and centered around playtime. We will meet up at parks, weather permitting and perhaps indoor locations from time-to-time. This sh …

Chicago Japanese Language Meet Up group is for... Practicing speaking Japanese, finding out more about the culture or just hanging out and trading travel stories from Japan.  It is a very relaxed group with speakers of all levels. To join our Meet Up group, please send your photo, self introduction and answer a few basic questions. Once you are accepted, you will have full access to all the member profiles and access to our discussion boards. You will see some of the events we offer below... p …

Are you trying to practice your Spanish in a fun way? I am a Spanish teacher and I encourage my students to go to events to emerge in the Latin culture. My vision is to organize events so that people meet new people, practicing Spanish and having fun in the mean time. I am from Buenos Aires, Argentina. I still remember my adolescence, when I used to sneak from my English classes to hang out with my friends and failed all the exams. Actually, I hated English because it was something imposed by my …

So you're bored, I mean like really bored and you decided to sign up for meet up. There are some crazy folks out there and meeting them in private at a local spot still seems disheartening. He might be bald or she might have 10 kids and three divorce under her belt..yea, crazy shit. My goal for this meetup group is to occasionally hit up clubs/bars and dance our asses off. Maybe grab some last minute tickets to go see a-no-longer-in-his-prime-but-is-still-trying comedy show, a good laugh is alw …

This is a group for anyone who is interested in speaking or learning the Spanish language. We invite all levels whether total beginners to native speakers of Spanish to join us and celebrate Latin American culture.

Meet local French language and culture lovers for conversation and fun at the Alliance Française de DuPage! Come to a French Language Meetup and make new amis as you practice speaking, build your vocabulary and finally figure out those verb conjugations! Activities include Café-conversations, films, dinners, book readings, concerts and museum tours. All ages and levels welcome. The Alliance Française de DuPage is one of the 130 Alliance Française chapters nationwide. Check our website at http:// …

I am starting this group to find people who share my love of books and reading - especially fun mysteries and cozies. This group will be a relaxed, fun, laid back book club and a way to meet people, enjoy conversation, and talk about fun cozies over a nice cup of coffee! I am completely open to meetup places in the Northern suburbs - Buffalo Grove, Deerfield, Northbrook, Lincolnshire, Riverwoods areas! All are welcome! If you love books, reading mysteries/cozies, meeting new people, relaxing ove …

We're a committed group of seekers.  Doubters and believers who are unafraid to make space for faith and sexuality to live in vibrant relationship with one another.  Lesbian, gay, bi-sexual, transgender, queer, Rainbow Circle is a group for all;  a place in which we can unashamedly gather and journey alongside one another as learn to love God and one another more.  We're committed to relationships, through conversation and play developing friendships and relationships that feed the soul. And we …

You're a grown-up. You don't play enough. We'd like to help you change that. No one is going to tell you what is right for you, and your body. Health and wellness is ultimately up to YOU. Hooping becomes an easy way to start a conversation- everyone has a story about the hoop. Simply by carrying your hoop around (even in your car), you are bound to create conversation with strangers. Sometimes, those strangers become friends. Children are drawn to hooping, and the child inside all of us craves …