A group dedicated to the wine lovers of the Chicago West Suburbs. We are mothers, fathers, sons & daughters, writers, teachers, bartenders & accountants. We. Love. Wine. Paso Robles, Sonoma, Williamette. We crave it, sip it, chug it, love, love, love it! And now we have a group, a wine lovers not-so-anonymous, don't hide your passion for the grape-celebrate it!

LIVE CHATROOM too!  Meet other fine wine & dining enthusiasts in your area! Make new friends and have fun whether it's sipping wine, taste-testing a flight of beer/ale, or sampling from other types of libations...single malt scotch, cognacs, etc. Some of our adventures will have us in a fine dining establishment, other times rolling up our sleeves and elbowing up to the bar in a local brewpub. This group was established not just to have a good time "meeting up" but it was put in place to enjoy d …

WINE + LIFE Meetup makes life more fun by adding wine. Whether it’s a wine tasting at an art gallery, a wine pairing dinner at a hot restaurant, or sipping flights of wine at an after work happy hour, life is meant to be celebrated …with WINE! Join us for the fun and bring a friend …or make one when you get here.

LIVE CHAT too!   Calling All Ladies in Lil' Black Dresses! Join other fun, smart, wine-loving and cocktail sipping women in the Chicagoland area who are interested in enjoying wine and learning about it with their girlfriends. We will also be checking out bars with really good mixologists for some divine cocktails too! Our group will meet once a month for casual and/or 'all out' events. Excited about new friendships! Women, Wine, Cocktails and food (or chocolate), the perfect pairings! We'll h …

This is a group that will meet once a month or more at a members home, bring wine, cook a dish and meet new and interesting women. We may also meet at resturants, wine tastings and the like. Conversation, games, good food and a glass of wine! We are not wine experts by any means, this is just a way to meet new women and create new friendships. The group is for women 30+ from all different walks of life. Our membership is limited as these are small gatherings of 10-15. When you RSVP ‘Yes’ to an …

This is a fun social group for anyone interested in Wine and Book Discussions. THIS IS NOT A GROUP FOR THOSE WHO ARE LOOKING FOR A SINGLES/DATING MEETUP.  Once a month a book will be selected and a meeting time/date will be chosen. The only thing you need to do is enjoy laughter, group book discussion, and of course enjoy wine! The age suggestion is 20-40 and space is often limited.

What could be better than getting together for a glass of wine and some creativity? We will make some one of a kind cards, treat bags, and more while enjoying a Girl's Night Out of creative ideas. We will meet once a month in downtown Downers Grove.

I have traveled to Italy at least once and sometimes twice a year for the last 12 years. I always start in Rome since for the most part it's the most direct route from America. Truth be told, I think you can never get enough of this incredible city short of living there anyway. One year I was there 3 times. All of my trips have been for at least 10 days and many for 2 weeks or more. After coming into Rome and spending at least a day or two there I go on to either Florence or Sorrento. I rent an …

The Windy City Wineaux was previously known as the What’s Pouring Chicago Meetup Group and changed organizers as of Jan 25, 2012. This group has a love of wine, socializing and new experiences. Please join us for tastings, public events, BYOB dinners and any other reason we can think of get together. Don't forget to pay the $2 annual membership dues - we will be using this money for another table and items for this summer's BYOW events at Millennium Park!

312 SOCIAL/AFTER HOURS: WHERE YOUNG PROFESSIONAL SINGLE PEOPLE MEET,MINGLE AND SOCIALIZE AFTER-WORK & AFTER DARK This is a group where people can meet, mingle and socialize in pressure free upscale environments. We know you like to hang at cool spots so we make sure that we are meeting at some nice venues the city has to offer. 90 % of the group is between 25-49. If you are thinking about joining the group, these are some of the activities that we will be engaged in from  April till July. -"312 …

Our group is here to explore what this city has to offer! We are between the ages of 25-50 years old. Events are anything from visiting an art gallery for a little culture, wine tasting event to enrich the palate, fabulous dinners, a girl’s night out at one of the local pubs for some mingling, a day of shopping or a fashion event, get together for some relaxation and pampering at the Spa, enjoy a movie and lunch, meet up for a nice happy hour work, gather for a game night, attend some profession …

This group is for people who want to have F-U-N! We will meet two to three times a month for social gatherings, attend local wine and beer tasting events, and attend local festivals and events. If you are a seasoned wine or beer expert or a person just wanting to meet a fun group of people for a great time, this is the place for you.  Good company, great conversation, and plenty of laughter are our goals.  Join us for our next event.  All suggestions are welcome.

The Twisted Easel is led by a duo of creative gals in the Oak Park/River Forest area who enjoy art, wine, and socializing. We gather once a month at House Red in Forest Park to instruct a painting, have a few glasses of wine, and meet new people. There is NO experience necessary...we will instruct you at each step of the way and a little liquid courage will help you along the way as well. There is no membership fee for this group. We charge $35pp for the class, which includes your easel, canvas, …

Are you an avid reader who'd like to get together with other women regularly to discuss books over some fine wine? The aim of this group is to expand our thoughts and perceptions through great discussions about books. We all bring our own experiences, culture, and filters into the perception and understanding of literature, and hopefully these discussions will all enrich us. We'll choose serious fictional and non-fictional books that are fairly recent releases (within the last 20 years for the m …

GUTSY GAL PALS 50UP TRAVEL & SOCIAL CLUB Life is too short not to have a pink umbrella in your drink! This is a group for women 45 & over to make new girlfriends for socializing & travel! There aren't many groups for those of us who remember the Beatles, Rob & Laura Petrie & white go-go boots. Many of our Meetups are just for ladies, but we will also have events where husbands or significant others are welcome. Our events range from wine tasting to international travel! You name it, we just may …

This is a Chicago-Suburban meet-up group designed for people who enjoy the cinema, fine cuisine and more.  Most evening events will consist of a movie, dinner, or a combination of both. Others may include a matinee followed by a film discussion afterwards at a local cafe. From time to time there will also be a foreign film, Indie or Classic movie scheduled, or even live theater. We will have dining venues which will include diverse cuisines from around the world or around the block. In addition, …

Welcome to "Chicago Singles" The Happy Hour Singles Group dedicated to providing fun opportunities for Chicago Single Professionals looking to mingle with others of the like!  Grab a cocktail, make some new friends and have fun looking for the 1!  (whether it be the NEXT 1 or THE 1!) Of course we will not limit the fun to Happy Hour!  We offer all types of events ranging from mixers, wine tastings, tours, travel, theme parties, and MORE! JOIN now if you are looking for something FRESH & fun in C …

Let's explore all the wonderful Italian restaurants, films, language, wine, history, culture and people that are in Chicago. If you are from Italy and are living in Chicago, have Italian ancestry or just love the country and its food and culture, this group is for you. We will have a restaurant outing and social event every month. We will be having some events will other Italian and European meetup groups, so there will be a wide variety of people to meet!

This social group is for people in their 20s and 30s, in the Chicago metro area, who enjoy dancing, dining, pubs, clubs, the outdoors, dinner parties, and other local activities. This group is for married people, single people, new-in-towners, and people who have been in the Chicago area for a while and are simply looking for a new group to go out with. Membership is FREE, and you only have to be friendly and fun to join! Join the social circle that you can really get to know and hang out with o …

Are you looking to expand your circle of friends and enjoy the great places to catch a drink or a bite in the Oak Park/River Forest/Forest Park area, then this is the group for you! We especially cater to singles looking but couples and groups welcome! Fun and great conversation is the goal! We will rotate our Meetups at various local restaurants and bars, and suggestions are welcome! Come out and have some fun!

For the over 50 crowd. Singles and partnered. To explore new restaurants in the City each month and for conversation and meeting new people.  We will pick restaurants that are mostly byob and with entrees under $20.

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 …

Membership is temporarily closed to new members. Please check back periodically to see if we are accepting new members again. Thanks! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We are a group of people who have chosen not to have children (not just "for now," but ever). It can be hard in a baby-centric society to find others who have made similar decisions! The majority of us are in our 30's and 40's; both singles and couples are welcome. We have …

Professional Women who enjoy going to events that pamper you. Social events to meet other people Chocolate tastings,wine tastings,manicures,massages,fashion shows,dance events,lunch events,dinner events and much more. I am looking for other asst. organizer to tell others of events coming up!!!! vendors and sponsors welcome. Ideas for events are welcome no spamming allowed no pushing products to people Please let 2 people know about this group so we can grow quickly

Want to enjoy DELICIOUS meals!?Discover NEW Restaurants!? Make new FRIENDS!? JOIN US! It's a big dinner table and all are welcome! So many delicious foods, great people to meet, & cool places to see, let’s go! If that's not enough the meals are all discounted! Our FUN DINING EVENTS are for ALL BUDGETS in Chicago, Burbs, & Beyond! Chicago Vegetarians: For health, environment, or animal rights find a new great place to dine, trade tips, share recipes and meet others. Chicago Singles Dining: Meet o …

Missing the opportunity for good conversation, laughs that make your belly hurt, and real women who understand you? This group, generally for women aged 35+ (not a rule; just a guideline -- ages range from early 30s to late 70s), is for you!  Meet some local women, make new friends, and visit with some you've met in the past. We will get together for drinks, dancing, movies, coffee, lunch, dinner, sporting events, wine tastings, spa outings, shopping events, TV show activities, book club and any …

This group is for Chicago ladies, married/relationships or single, in their 40s who are looking to expand their circle of city friends and enjoy Chicago city living at the same time. Vogue magazine writes:"You could say that your 40s are an age when you pivot--into an acknowledgment that you are no longer exactly young, into some sort of idea of the rest of your life" (August 2011, in an article written about Sarah Jessica Parker). This feels like an appropriate introduction for this group. More …

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 …