… Recent focus topics: Sourdough Decorative Dough & Pate Morte Braiding Soakers for Multigrain Breads A Bread You've Never Baked Before Holiday Breads Using as Little Yeast as Necessary Breads That Don't Need Slicing Something Sweet + Yeast Swap Cold Fermentation Basic Shaping Basic Scoring Baking to a given focus topic is not requirement, rather a suggestion to inspire one's baking. The only requirement to attend an event is bring one's home-baked yeasted bread. We have relationships with a small …

… We also have monthly member meeting with speakers or special events (ex. we've had a relaxation specialist give massages, health food expert make smoothies with the kids, holiday parties and a visit to a fire station).   Also, we have one night a month that is Moms Night Out without the kids. MOMS Club® of Northern Chicagoland, IL has over 40 members and more than 60 participating children. Our Chapter boundries include Chicago (North of Irving Park Road--including neighborhood such as Edgebroo …

… I hope that once you become comfortable with the group and meet our group members you will be willing to open your home to the potluck dinners and holiday gatherings. If you are a Russian speaker and interested in joining this group, we ask you to include a current photo of yourself with your application.  The approval of your application is contingent upon the submission of the current photo of your person. Thank you.

… Our meetings will generally be on the last Tuesday of each month, barring conflicts with holidays or local teams making it deep into the playoffs. The first half of our monthly meetups will typically consist of a presentation; the second half will be open Q&A. Networking opportunities are encouraged before and after; so bring your business cards. If you're interested in presenting on a topic, please drop us a line. There's no cost to join this group, but we will request a $3 donation at event …

… Our group offers weekly play dates at mom's homes, play dates at indoor play cafes, spa days at salons that have child care, mom's nights out, events that you can bring your husband too, plus all sorts of holiday events to boot! When applying to be part of the group, it's required that you make your main profile photo one of You and Your Child (so that moms are able to recognize you easily at events) and secondly, that you answer all the profile questions thoughtfully, so that other moms can get …

International Workers Day, which falls on May 1st of every year, is celebrated throughout the world (with the conspicuous exception of the United States of America). This holiday finds its origins in an event which occurred in Chicago, in May of 1886, and in the travesty of justice which ensued. Please click here for a brief synopsis of the full story: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Haymarket_affair The Haymarket Society exists to make sure that the legacy bequeathed to us by our patriots, who we …

… This group will be responsible for hosting three community events per year (Spring, Summer and for the Christmas Holidays).   Let's synergize in a grown and sexy way by sharing knowledge, enouragement and motivation with our friends in this meet-up group!   *Please advise that there is an annual $10.00 membership fee that will go towards site maintenance and upcoming community events. The fee must be paid within your 1st 60 days of membership in this meet-up group.*   Yours Truly, Local Innovato …

The West Loop Moms & Dads Meetup Group is a terrific resource for parents in the windy city. Through our group, you'll meet other local moms and dads and share the excitement and challenges of parenting. Join our group for friendship, parenting advice and tons of fun outings. We have all types of activities for the kiddos -- going to playgroups in individual homes, storytimes, parks, museums, zoos, indoor playgrounds, restaurants, holiday events and many other kid-friendly places around the city …

… Stir fry's, noodle slurping, Mongolian cooktops, Korean BBQ, holiday banquets, it's all here...   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.... Join up now and hear about the upcoming events scheduled for all over the Chicagoland area!  

… Attendance by nannies or non-parental caregivers is not permitted at in-home playgroups or events, such as holiday parties. Member Involvement: Members are required to host/organize at least 1 event annually Age Limit: Members must have at least one child 5 or under, or not yet in kindergarten. Use of email list and roster: As a courtesy to members, do not give the roster or email list to a non-member and do not use the email list for commercial use. Playgroup Policy Any …

Group enjoys hiking on Saturdays and Sundays, and occasionally on a Federal holiday. We are leisurely hikers. Most hikes are 1 to 6 miles. Some hikes are over 6 miles.  You are encouraged to hike the distance that you can handle physically.   Children and friendly dogs are welcome! Hikes will be scheduled in Cook County, DuPage County, North Chicago and Wisconsin, Northwest Indiana and Environs, South Chicagoland and the Illinois River Valley.