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**NOTE: THIS IS NOT A TICKET. ALL TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED ON THE SCC WEBSITE TO ATTEND.** **Click here for more info:** [https://www.sportscreativecommunity.com/event-details/scc-chicago-meetup-2026](https://www.sport…
View on MeetupWhen Summer finally arrives in Chicago, it's our goal to be outside enjoying the weather as much as possible. And there's absolutely nothing better than joining a social intramural league that focuses on making new frien…
View on MeetupJoin us—Collaberex style—designed to spark connection, conversation, and growth. Each session brings together professionals, entrepreneurs, and creatives for meaningful dialogue, fresh perspectives, and real relationshi…
View on Meetup✨ **Beyond Six Corners: Theatres, Bungalows & Portage Park Walking Tour** 🎭🏡 ✨ *“Discover the history, homes, and hidden gems of Portage Park’s east side!”* ✨ 🌳 Step into one of Chicago’s most charming and overlooke…
View on MeetupDiscovering Your Ikigai - Finding Joy and Purpose in Everyday Life. **Sample our Professional Peer Advisory Community of solo-preneurs and small business owners, where we believe business growth starts with personal gro…
View on MeetupMAY I interest you in a rocking good time?! If so, then let's sing some karaoke with your pals at Randall's: Sun., May 3rd, Sun. May 17th & Fri. May 29th - at 9PM 🌼😎🎤🎶 Randall's is a fun and friendly environment whe…
View on MeetupJoin Cream City Communicators Toastmasters Club for an interactive evening of impromptu speaking and skill-building exercises. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced speaker, this club is designed to help you enhanc…
View on MeetupFun event and dog friendly! So, c'mon out, even if you don't sing, there's lots of dancing and great music!
View on Meetup**Join our very grassroots organization for Prairie** **preservation** **and local brews.** **All tools will be supplied.** **Please dress for the weather. We will have a variety of jobs to include weeding, possibly spr…
View on MeetupBack by popular demand!! Making friends was easy when we were younger. You saw the same people every day. You had built in structure. You didn’t overthink it. As adults, it feels different. You can be socially capable…
View on MeetupBecause we have several groups, there are more people coming than just what's listed here. Some come out and sing like a rockstar, if you don't sing come on out anyways the band is tremendous! FOOD and DRINK SPECIALS! Fe…
View on MeetupIf you don't want to sing, there's so much more! We laugh, we dance, we eat, we drink and we even play UNO when the band takes a break! Come out and join in the fun
View on MeetupThis event is held the last sunday of every month Fun crowd, dog friendly Easy parking and close to the brown and red line
View on Meetup*A Love Story, an instant drama* **Fridays/Saturdays, 7:30 PM, May 1-30** *(no shows 5/22-23)* "I love you" means so many different things and is said so many different ways. How different is the first time we say it fr…
View on MeetupFREE standup comedy at legendary Lottie's Pub! Come see some of Chicago's best comics. Come down to the underground performance space and have a grand ol' time. See you there! Starts @ 8:30PM 1925 W. Cortland
View on MeetupIf you'd like to share about a game you're working on, get technical help, or just chat about game development in general, this is the meeting to attend! We'll check in about what folks have been up to, give and get feed…
View on MeetupThe Laugh Factory in Lakeview (Broadway & Belmont) is open for comedy and we all could use some laughs! We always get A LOT of people to attend these shows. Often times over 100 Meetup members! If you attend by yourself…
View on MeetupHey all! For the past 16 years, I've been running coed recreational (all levels welcome) 6 vs 6 leagues on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday night, and also a Friday night league where everyone is single (as in not…
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