Other OGC resources: Google Groups: http://groups.google.com/group/opengovchicago Wiki: http://opengovchi.pbworks.com/ ----- "government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth." We believe that citizens should consider government to be "us", not "them." This meetup is for citizens who are interested in seeing their federal, state, and local government function more efficiently and responsively. We are inspired by people who are actively building too …

Do you want to become active in the 9/11 Truth Movement? Do you want to make a change, but don't know how? Then this is the meet-up group for you! It's OK to ask questions. Now is the time to get active and connected here in Chicago. Other topics we discuss include globalization, preserving our civil liberties, torture, the current illegal wars of aggression, Tax Honesty, the Federal Reserve, the North American Union, the current police state, and the RFID chip. We are a dedicated, diverse, …

This group is for those people in the education profession with a passion for their work who want to stay informed about developments in education policy, issues, research, best practices, etc. It will provide opportunities to share recent findings in effective ways to improve student outcomes and school environments. We will seek ways to take action in support of our best interests in the public realm. If you enjoy following current events and digging deeper than the obvious simple rhetoric o …

Successful Chicago entrepreuners working together to improve the climate for Chicago businesses. Being successful in business alone, was not enough for us. Along the way of our growth we discovered the need for businessses to band together to create a stronger unified voice for change. Are you a business owner, a CEO / president, in strong positions of leadership at your work and or politically active ? Then we need you. Join us and make a difference.

Do you crave intellectual conversation with socially and politically progressive couples? Are your politics on the Left or Socialist leaning? Are you an atheist, agnostic, or freethinker? (We’ve had enough of religiosity and we’re not interested.) Are you environmentally conscious and active? Are you a committed COUPLE in your mid 40’s or 50’s? Have your children moved on? (We are empty nesters or very close to it.) Do you value and practice the lively art of conversation, a dialogue and respect …

Our new chapter is up and running with new leadership! We are dedicated to furthering feminist issues for the women in our area including employment, sexual harassment, pay equity, reproductive choice, sexual violence, and educational issues. Our intention is to make a difference in the lives of the women in our area by dedicating ourselves to several key projects each year, and through community outreach and political activities Educating and empowering the women of Chicago's North and Northwe …

We are one of the largest and most active Chicago book groups. If you love discussing only the greatest books being published in a wide variety of nonfiction categories (psychology, history, memoirs, politics, personal growth, economics, nature and beyond), sign up now!

Meet Chicago area people to discuss environmental issues on a global and local level. Live the Sierra Club motto "Explore, enjoy and protect the planet" by involvement in activist, social and outdoor adventures in the Chicagoland area. See our Greater Chicago Event Calendar.

  Powerful, beautiful, successful and feminine! Do you think of yourself as a Professional Lipstick Lesbian and wonder where all the other Chicago lipstick lesbians are? Well we hope to meet and congregate here with this group. The first and foremost aim of this group is to have fun! Do you enjoy mani’s and pedi’s, current fashion trends, local trendy restaurants, make up, heels, fine wine, live music, an occasional night out dancing? We are a very small, selective group of attractive, 25 - 50, …

We are a collective of Chicago feminists interested in building community and connecting with other like-minded people. We will meet monthly to support a local feminist event, organization, business or cause. This group is open to everyone of all genders, ages, races, religions, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and economic statuses, but you must identify as a feminist and support equality and inclusion for all. Email us at chifems@gmail.com for more information and follow us on …

This Meetup is a place for people to find out about and attend townhall meetings held by representatives from the US Senate and House of Representatives surrounding the bills "Protect IP Act" or PIPA and the "Stop Online Piracy Act," or "SOPA." Because the Senate will resume and take action on the bill January 23rd and 24th, it is important to link Senators with their constituents. Creative America is a grassroots organization uniting the entertainment community and others against content theft. …

Do you enjoy helping others? New in town? Like fun people who smile a lot? Has the rat race got you down? Want a calendar full of unique things to do? TRY VOLUNTEERING! Chicago Fun Volunteers is a unique & open forum thru which all altruistic activity w/in the area can be monitored. Join and help our large and active community of members keep tabs on opportunities in: Fests, Park Districts, UnitedWay, Food Pantries, Tutoring, Afterschool Programs, Local Cleanups, Senior Centers, Animal Shelters …

The College of Complexes is a weekly free speech forum on social issues and current events, which meets every Saturday evening at 8:00 PM at the Lincoln Restaurant, 4008 N. Lincoln Ave, Chicago. A guest speaker makes a presentation on a topic, such as a solution to one of the world's problems, followed by questions from the audience, and then a rebuttal/remarks period in which all in attendance can speak for 5 minutes at the podium. The only rule is that we listen to only "One Fool at a Time …

Thank you for your interest in joining my Meetup Group, Volunteers for Susana A. Mendoza! When you sign up as a volunteer for this group, my Volunteer Coordinator and I will notify you about my upcoming events, meetings and volunteer opportunities through Meetup. For my successful Chicago City Clerk campaign, my Meetup Group volunteers played a major role in helping me win on February 22, 2011. Thank you to them and to the Chicagoans who voted for me! Before you start volunteering for m …

There is a common theme behind the destruction of 80% of the world's old growth forests, global warming, our addiction to oil, and the devastation of Indigenous communities around the globe: powerful multi-national corporations seeking to maximize short-term profits while disregarding long-term consequences. Meet others who seek to save our planet through creative protest, public awareness, and non-violent direct action. Everyone is welcome -- from seasoned activists to people who just want to l …

  *** Next event: The "Taste-and-Tell" on Sunday, April 20. The focus of this event is Yeasted Pastry + Laminated Dough. Please join the group for event details and to RSVP.   Most recent event: The "Homemade Bread Showcase." Here's a recap in photos/video. Who are Chicago Amateur Bread Bakers? We are avid home bakers of yeasted, artisanal breads. Each month, we come together in-person to share our bread-baking experiences and learn from one another. All levels are encouraged--from those w …