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**Let's Meet** for Dinner **at *Hillgrove Tap*** *before* **Tartuffe** at The Theatre of Western Springs. (Our Reservation is under Brian Case) [Hillgrove Tap](https://www.hillgrovetap.com/location/hillgrove-tap/#main-menu) (menu link) 800 Hillgrove Avenue Western Springs, IL 60558 (708) 290-0055 Burgers, Salads Price Range $11 - $20 Individual Checks accepted. **Reservation under Brian** Hillgrove Tap is a 3-minute drive to the play. Street and Diagonal parking parking nearby.

A wood-fired, social sauna seating 16 people, along the lake and inside Chicago's parks, with an Aufguss session to cap off every sauna day. What to bring: \- Water\, preferably with electrolytes/lemon to replenish\. \- Swimsuit/athletic clothes\. \- Towel\(s\) for sitting inside the sauna and for drying off\. There is a changing tent and a shower for rinsing off available. Looking forward to welcoming you! \- Maria Tkacz\, Founder of Harbor & Hoyage @harborandvoyage More info & booking at harborandyoyage.com

Life is better with friends and photos! So grab your favorite people and join us to create your own "love story" scrapbooks that celebrate friendship, community, and personal memories. Where: Little Italy Branch Library When: February 13th, 2-4 pm We will provide essential scrapbooking materials, including paper, scissors, a variety of adhesives, markers, and decorative supplies. You are encouraged to bring any personal photos or mementos you wish to include in your project. Sign up mandatory -https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSemKtm2eIXwDIpRvQS8n2r4X9PiAeKQ9sYW8ccC4Ui39Mb-tA/viewform

**Join us at our TECH MIXER AND SOCIAL for afterwork drinks, networking with tech workers in Chicago and meet people from Chicago and all over the world 🌏🎉** Tech, AI, Data, and more \~ Whether you're a seasoned tech veteran or just starting out, let's create the ideal afterwork place to meet and chill with other workers in tech - find that new job, expand your network, share ideas, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in the industry. Let's inspire, innovate, and shape the future of technology in Chicago! 🍺🥃 Afterwork drinks 📍 **Hopsmith Tavern** \- 15 W Division St\, Chicago 🕕 **5:30pm** onwards **every** **Friday** 🎫 just $4 entry online or $8 at the door! (helps us to run the event inc. Meetup costs etc!) 🔗 [Link to Eventbrite](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1379224400309?aff=meetup) WhatsApp community in the Eventbrite link above *Chicago tech social mixer afterwork drinks AI connect network data IT programming cybersecurity digital nomad blockchain crypto big data science computer networking community career jobs entrepreneur industry product design startup Chicago tech social mixer afterwork drinks AI connect network data IT programming cybersecurity digital nomad blockchain crypto big data science computer networking community career jobs entrepreneur industry product design startup*z

Come join other parents after drop off at The People's Cafe! Talk school shop on all the happenings, events and current events. Parents go through very similar experiences and it's great to connect to your school community. Mondays and Fridays after drop off!

Join us in Millennium Park for a **FREE** workout at The Bean. We are an inclusive workout group with chapters throughout the world. Whether you are a multi-marathon runner or a mom just getting back into the swing of things, and everything in between, we only ask of everyone to **#JustShowUp!**

Looking for a spot to run your D&D campaign? We have a great table ready to host! We are keeping the time open for you to choose what works for you and your players. Reach out with any questions or suggestions! Zemi Coffee offers a wide range of drink options from coffee, to tea, to hot chocolate. Along with Puerto Rican empanadas and pastries to fuel your players! Email [email protected] with any questions!

Hosted by the Forest Preserves of Cook County. Join us for a stroll through the Forest Preserves at sunrise. https://fpdcc.com/event/sunrise-stroll/

**Join us on Sundays at 10:30am in person and online!** Cityside Center for Spiritual Living is a diverse and inclusive, nondenominational New Thought spiritual center - welcoming EVERYONE! Come join us on Sundays for our celebration service where music, meditation and an inspirational message all a part of this joyful gathering. For more details visit: [https://cityside.me/](https://cityside.me/) Come check us out! **Available in person:** 4619 N Ravenswood Ave Suite 202, Chicago IL 60640. **and ONLINE:** [https://cityside.me/watch/](https://cityside.me/watch/) Visit our website at [https://cityside.me/](https://cityside.me/) to learn more about us!

Have you checked out the Chicago Vegan Baker's Market happening monthly at Frera Desserts? If not, you're in for a treat! Feel free to arrive a bit early to grab a cozy drink and chat with other members, then the market kicks off at 12pm. A variety of products will be sold by different vegan vendors, from sweet to savory. Hope to see you there! 🧁🥐🍞🍕🍰

**\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*** **Friendly reminder** This group is for vegans, or those who are interested in learning about veganism and/or going vegan. The goal of this group is to build a community of vegans who meet up mostly in the NW suburbs. **\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*** **Lunch** At 12:00pm, let's meet at Blind Faith Cafe, an iconic vegetarian restaurant and one of the OGs! Blind Faith Cafe is located at 525 Dempster St, Evanston. This is not a 100% vegan place, but there are lots of vegan options. If you aren't vegan, please order vegan to be considerate to those who are and to respect the mission of the group. Check out the menu here: [https://www.blindfaithcafe.com/menus/lunch](https://www.blindfaithcafe.com/menus/lunch).

💗 Let’s celebrate Valentine’s Day starting with a yummy breakfast. Yay! 💗 LOCATION Portage Park Breakfast Place 5040 W Montrose Ave, Chicago **meeting 915 for 930 seating** **It's cash only as we will have separate checks.** Google maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/XnGCasE2Vr7BoBYE7?g_st=ic Valentine’s Day is one of my favorite holidays and getting people together to celebrate is the best. Come celebrate with us. After breakfast if anyone wants to continue with more spontaneous fun I’m a yes. Let’s bring ideas to breakfast. 🙂 Happy Valentine’s Day. We look forward to celebrating with you. 💗

Join Golden Glove Champ and Pro Judge Andrew for a fun and informative group boxing class at a real MMA gym. It takes a couple minutes to prep, so try to arrive no later than 8:45am sign-in! $20 for meetup members ($30 normally)

Hosted by the Forest Preserves of Cook County. Join us for a short walk to look for birds and explore their evolutionary connection to the mighty dinosaurs. https://fpdcc.com/event/dinos-binos/

# Location Ranalli’s West Loop 1326 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60607 A neighborhood pizza bar with a laid-back, communal vibe, perfect for casual networking over slices and drinks. # Description This is the first Chicago AI Meetup, an informal kickoff to bring together leaders, builders, and the AI-curious. No lectures, no slides, just community, conversation, and a chance to help shape what future events look like. ### What to Expect * Pizza and drinks, order your favorites and connect with others * Networking with people curious about AI’s impact on work, business, and our city * Community input on what topics you would like to see in upcoming meetups such as workshops, lightning talks, demos, or panels ### Who Should Come * Business and operations leaders curious about AI * Startup founders, builders, and tech professionals * Students, career changers, and lifelong learners * Anyone interested in how AI is shaping Chicago’s future *** # Format / Schedule 5:30–6:00 PM: Arrive, grab food and drinks, mingle 6:00–6:10 PM: Group welcome and optional introductions 6:10–7:15 PM: Open networking and “Future Topics” wall where members vote on ideas 7:15–7:30 PM: Wrap-up and preview of the next meetup Cost Free to attend, purchase your own food and drinks. # Organizer Note This first meetup is casual and community-driven. There will not be formal programming until we have members and hear what you want most. Bring a friend, grab a slice, and help us kick this off. ***

Hosted by the Forest Preserves of Cook County. Join a naturalist for a guided hike to learn about the importance of trees and how to identify them. https://fpdcc.com/event/winter-tree-id-hike/

**Join us on Sundays at 10:30am in person and online!** Cityside Center for Spiritual Living is a diverse and inclusive, nondenominational New Thought spiritual center - welcoming EVERYONE! Come join us on Sundays for our celebration service where music, meditation and an inspirational message all a part of this joyful gathering. For more details visit: [https://cityside.me/](https://cityside.me/) Come check us out! **Available in person:** 4619 N Ravenswood Ave Suite 202, Chicago IL 60640. **and ONLINE:** [https://cityside.me/watch/](https://cityside.me/watch/) Visit our website at [https://cityside.me/](https://cityside.me/) to learn more about us!

We're finally going to go to Antepli, after being forced to cancel due to sub-zero temperatures. Antep is a city in Türkiye famed for its cuisine, so we have high hopes for this place, recommended by Jennifer! Let's meet at 4849 N. Kedzie, at 1:00 pm on Friday, February 20th. They're located in the Albany Park Shopping Mall, so parking should be okay. Reservations are limited to 15 Ladies, so sign up now!

This is for experienced investors and brand new investors! Are you looking to connect with other investors and real estate professionals in the area? Are you looking for a system that will show you the process from start to finish? Come join us at our live in person get together. At this meeting, you will see a presentation of how our nationwide community of investors works. You will hear about the various monthly workshops and property tours we have, as well as the educational program we have. There is NO charge for this meeting. Like what you hear? Come back the next week for a FREE session on debt reduction. Learn how you can pay down your mortgage and other amortized debt in 1/3 of the time!! Want more? Come back again for a FREE demonstration of the amazing real estate investing software our investors use to find properties, buyers and sellers. We have all that you need to get your investing business started. Thank you, Roxanne Ferrari 331-308-0710