Europeans and Europhiles who want to trade ideas and secrets to bringing more Europe to everyday American life.

Want to practice your Korean? Meetup with others in your area who are also interested in the Korean language? Korean speakers who want to practice English and help others with learning the Korean language are also encouraged to join this group. All ages and levels of proficiency are welcome.

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Privet! Thank you for the interest in out meetup.  This meetup is for RUSSIAN speaking people residing in the city of Chicago and nearby suburbs!  And we ask you not to apply, if you do not speak Russian language. Our activities range from theater outings, picnics in local parks, game watching to a monthly BOOK CLUB meeting in a peaceful home environment. I encourage all members to be active and to make use of "suggest a meetup" feature available on our home page.  I hope that once you become co …

This is a group for people who want to explore new cultures and subcultures.  We aim to have fun experiencing new things.  This group includes a little of all sorts of different cultures from the cultures of different nations to rave, feminist, spriritual, and race sub-cultures.  Everyone is welcome to come and experience the rich variety that Chicago has to offer! Whether you are looking for events that celebrate your culture, the culture of someone you love or some entirely new culture that t …

Konnichiwa! Ogenki desuka? Meet other local Japanese Expatriates and friends of Japan who have been to Japan, who just love Japanese culture and our country, or who just would like to meet local Japanese. All those are welcome to join us. We meet once/twice a month at either Japanese(sushi, Shabu-Shabu, Yakitori, Tonkatsu, Japanese French...etc), Spanish, Italian, French, Pizza, or any other cool restaurants. Japanese don't eat Sushi everyday! Policies: 1. If you RSVP and NO Show without …

Witamy! Zapraszamy do nowej grupy dla wszystkich, ktorzy maja chec porozmawiac po polsku. Meet fellow Polish language and culture lovers for conversation and fun! This group is for speakers, listeners, and students of Polish of all levels and ages. Come to our meetup and make new przyjaciele, while practicing your Polish skills. We organize various meetings, depending on what's happening around town (e.g. Polish Film Festival, Taste of Polonia, etc.). Please reach out if you'd like to organiz …

The Chicago Indians Meetup Group is for anyone who wishes to meet and socialize with others who share an interest, a connection, or a passion with Indian culture! Whether you were born in the motherland or you've recently grown fond of Hindi films and samosas, you can count on CIMG to put together a cool/fun/interesting meetup to get your dose of Indian-ness. See you soon yaar!

Want to practice your Korean? Meet others in your area who are also interested in the Korean language and culture. Korean speakers who want to practice English and help others with learning the Korean language are also encouraged to join this group. All ages and levels of proficiency are welcome. This group will address the unique needs of those residing in Naperville and surrounding SW suburbs - finding classes, language exchange partners and exploring Korean culture together when feasible. …

The Greater Chicago Dutch Language Meetup is a young and growing club in the Chicago area. We facilitate meetings of Dutch, Belgian, American, Indonesian, Dutch Caribbean, and other natives with interests in Dutch language and culture. We meet every month at restaurants with some of the above cuisines, pubs, private homes, parks, forest preserves, and the beach! This club was founded in August 2009 and already can boast impressive statistics: It is by now the largest Netherlands and Belgium-orie …

Group for those who miss living in Europe and want to hang out with like-minded people.  Europeans and non-Europeans who have been to Europe and have an appreciation for the euro life style and european culture are welcome to join us for fun.  We're simply a laid back group of down to earth people looking to meet other similar people. http://www.europeansatlarge.com/

This group is to help connect Australian Expats living in Chicago IL and nearby areas. People should join who are Australian Expats living in Chicago, Australians planning to move to Chicago, Friends of Australian Expats or people interested in Australian culture. I decided to start this group up as there appears to be interest in this given the number if Aussies and friends of Aussies in Chicago.

We are the Midwest Chapter of an on- and off-line business networking group founded to harness the collaborative power of the Irish wit and gift of gab to make new freinds and business connections. Founded in SoCal by our esteemed President, Mr. John Richards, our parent organization is 3000+ strong in more than 22 countries, more than 500 of whom reside, work and play in the Greater Chicago area. All those of Irish descent are welcome to join us for pints and craic at a local pub, great live mu …

South Asian Explorers Club this meet up if for any South Asians that want to Ski & Snowboard.  Expert or Beginner - it doesn't matter - we'll support each other. The format of the group is any member can suggest local meet ups for skiing every weekend in their local city. If you are going - just post your trip here. The group owner will also suggest an annual trip to the West, Europe or even summer skiing in the antipode. Lets Ski! This meetup is not specific to a city - its open to all skiers f …

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!

We meet monthly to speak Italian, trade Italian restaurant names and ideas for Italian vacations. We eat Italian food, drink Italian wine and spend an enjoyable evening with old friends and new.

This group is created to provide a great networking opportunity for Chinese professionals in Chicago. We welcome people in different fields to join us!

This group is for professionals who have grown up outside the U.S. The goal is to have a social networking and support platform. We will share and learn the ropes together, make the holidays less lonely, explore the U.S. or simply just hang out. You’re welcome to join if you closely identify with the life in any way.

Our events are for South Asian single professionals from the Chicago metro and suburban area. We organize and host South Asian events to introduce singles to each other for love, friendship, business, or any other type of social relationship.

The Brazilian American Chamber of Commerce of Illinois (BACCIL) is an international association committed to enhancing bilateral cooperation and promoting both trade and investment between Brazil and organizations and individuals in the State of Illinois. The BACCIL Chamber is an advocate for business, actively supporting and promoting business between IL and Brazil. The Chamber offers a variety of networking events, marketing opportunities, publications, educational seminars, trade and business …

The trend of Chinese businesses, investors, students, and families choosing the US is accelerating.  Fortunately for the US, this new wave of Chinese are brainy, hard working, and entrepreneurial.  While large Chinese MNCs represent an elusive and somewhat hazy business opportunity for US investors, Chinese start-ups and early stage companies are where opportunity is likely to be found. Chinese Join us if you are interested in meeting or investing in Chinese entrepreneurs in the US. Conversely, …

This is a new meetup group for Brits and Irish who live in Chicago and would like to meet people who are also from across the pond. Hoping to arrange pub nights, go to see live bands and try out restaurants around chicago. I recently moved to Chicago and am missing British humour :-) Anybody who likes British and Irish culture also welcome!

We host speed dating events and singles parties for Asian single professionals in the Chicago metro and suburban area.

CES is a group for Chinese entrepreneurs. It's a platform for members to share glory and dream, laughter and tears, foresight and wisdom with peers. To join in the group, you have to be an entrepreneur or talent in specific area and be referred by existing members. Strong commitment or duties may apply. Please be cautious to step in.

The virtual 'home' of Greeks, Hellenes and lovers of Greece, Greek culture, food and language. Chicago is not just Greek-town. It is home to some of America's most progressive non-profits (i.e Greek America Foundation) and boasts its own museum preserving the ethnic identity of Greek-American community (i.e National Hellenic Museum). Additionally, it has vibrant Hellenic student community that organizes the annual Pan-Hellenic Youth Ball. This group is meant to promote events of Greek/ Hellenic …

This group is for expat Irish Mums and mums to be in Chicago. It will be a fun way to meet other Irish people in the city. Meetups will be a way to get the kids together and also for the mums to get together for food and drinks without the kids.

This group is being created to meet other Pakistani professionals (and friends of) in Chicago and surrounding suburbs in an informal, social setting. Our primary focus will be to network, discuss culture (language, music, politics, etc.), make new friends and contacts. We hope this group can help each individual in their personal and professional domain. This group is not affiliated with any religious or political party. Anyone and everyone is welcome even if you don’t have any ties with Pakista …

This is a group for all Urban Grandparents or just older folks seeking to connect and stay active. I started this group to provide a social outlet for my Mother who moved from Florida to help with my Son. Planned activities and outings will, for the most part take place in the city and revolve around indian culture, movies, food/restaurants, music, meditation, yoga, spirituality, and anything else that members want to discover! Please join us!!!