This is for anyone interested in learning new programming skills, meeting fellow Chicago-area programmers, and solving problems on the Project Euler website. No prior math/programming skills required, we can share skills as a group. I started this group because we did a "Project Euler Sprint" at another recent meetup and we all had a blast. Hoping to recreate it! http://projecteuler.net/

The Chicago Agile Methodology Meetup Group is an informal professional group focused on developing relationships, exchanging ideas, and fostering agile project innovation. We provide an open, comfortable environment for fellow Scrum Masters, Agile Gurus, and newcomers alike to meet and discuss related news, best practices, tips and anything else that might arise in this exciting and rapidly evolving project management niche. We welcome people from all backgrounds, not just IT, to come learn an …

The Pivotal Tracker User Groups are a forum for product managers, project managers, entrepreneurs, and developers to share techniques and discuss the real day-to-day issues surrounding software project management. We’ll talk about upcoming Tracker features and look at third-party integrations. We'll discuss story estimation techniques and talk about what makes a good story. We’ll share our experience with agile planning, discuss patterns and anti-patterns of story management and acceptance, and …

We are the Chicago Chapter of the National PDMA. We're providing a community for Product Managers, Project Managers, Engineers, Designers and Developers to discuss the latest best-practices in New Product Development, Product Portfolio Management, Project Management and Innovation Management.

Chicago Modern Orchestra Project is the nation's most ethnically diverse new music ensemble. Based in Chicago, our meetups introduce new patrons to the orchestra and each other..Learning about pieces to be presented on future concerts, exploring what's new in the music world, socializing with the musicians and music director Renee' Baker, this meetup group takes music from the stage and brings it eye-level to music lovers of all genres..Meetups are bi-monthly and held at South Shore Cultural Cen …

Happiness is a state of mind or feeling characterized by contentment, satisfaction, pleasure, or joy. Happiness comes from deep within, and not from people, situations, or circumstances. According to Researchers from Harvard Medical School and the University of California, San Diego: “When an individual becomes happy, the network effect can be measured up to three degrees. One person’s happiness triggers a chain reaction that benefits not only his friends, but his friends’ friends, and his frien …

Meet other local Agile enthusiasts interested in sharing experiences in Agile & Lean project management practices, tools, and coaching and teaching techniques.

This meetup group has been deprecated. please join us at http://www.meetup.com/Chicago-APM/ (chicago agile project management)

Chicago has a vibrant indie filmmaking scene. If you're part of it, we invite you to tap into the Filmmakers in Action network to find likeminded filmmakers and screenwriters developing their craft and building their portfolio/reels. Whether you want to produce your own short (or feature) film or get experience on someone else's, you'll find plenty of opportunities in this MeetUp group. MONTHLY MEETUPS Pencil in the 2nd Tuesday of each month and make a point to join us for our monthly presenta …

How to Create a WordPress Crowd Funding Website to Raise Money Now! You've heard of Kickstarter.com and IndieGoGo.com. Both are websites where strangers from all over the world help fund your business idea, project, cause or mission by donating (or "sponsoring") money in the form of a "perk." This is not an investment, venture capital or loan. Millions have been raised using "Crowd Funding" websites. Most people have no idea they can launch a Crowd Funding website using WordPress and a PayPal ac …

I have been knitting for years. For me the next best thing to knitting is sharing my love of knitting with others. I have extensive experience in teaching fiber arts.  I have started this group to advance the skills of all knitters. From beginners, to advanced students, we will work at each student's individual level. The meetings will be small so all levels and interests can be met. If you don't know how to knit, you will be taught the basics and work on a project to learn them. Advanced studen …

The Chicago GIS Network is born from the idea that the Chicago area is in need of a group which can bring together its GIS community. The goal is to create a network which would enable GIS users to connect with others for support with GIS issues, to learn about new developments in the GIS fields, and to share our work and experiences. The Chicago GIS Network works to establish a thriving network of GIS professionals and enthusiasts in the Chicago area. Goal 1 : Establish a network of GIS profess …

Are you a ScrumMaster or Agile Ninja, or interested in honing skills to become one? Are you a professional in software, web, or mobile development, or in an industry that would benefit from Agile philosophies and Scrum methodologies? Would you like to share and discuss best practices with others? Are you interested in meeting up with others with similar interests? If you answered yes to any of these questions then join our group! We hold monthly networking meetings in downtown Chicago to discuss …

On the last Friday of the month, we get together for an all-night hacking session. Stay as long or as short as you'd like. This group is for anyone who wants to catch up on that nagging side project at a late night, caffeinated coding session with like-minded individuals. All skill levels and languages are welcome!  This is a mobile centric group, but it's not a problem if you have another project you want to work on too.  Designers and entrepreneurs welcome too, come get some work done!

AIDC is Chicago's newest social community group created to talk about cool projects, products and people in architecture and interior design. Convening quarterly to network, learn about trends/ideas/projects/concepts/products/technology, ADC brings together architects, interior designers, contractors, installers, builders, engineers, real estate developers, end users and enthusiasts for conversation, education, food and drink. If you are passionate about architecture and design, we invite you to …

4-days after the 2010 earthquake struck Haiti, Chicagoans of this Meetup started spreading the message that HAITI needs help for a long, long time. One of the inspiration to start this group was an e-mail received 1-day after the earthquake, from Meetup co-founder Scott Helferman. He suggested to think about how to help Haiti by means of using a Meetup. Obviously if you’ve donated your share already, kindly pass this information to someone who likes to further help. Honestly your word-of-mouth p …

A Lunch Huddle is a small group of people who each have projects that involve an Oracle database and whose places of work are geographically close.  (Not recruiters or salespeople.) The goal is to meet for a very low-key, informal lunch on a somewhat regular basis.  We'll keep it short and local - so it won't take any more time out of your day than a normal lunch break.  It's largely unstructured - but make a point to share what projects everyone is working on that involve Oracle. I'm starting w …

We are a social and service organization for young professionals and students dedicated to the principles of Rotary. We offer a wide range of activities, from involvement in the local community with different social projects to fun social events and professional development events. Please also feel free to join our facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/51002020342/ and check our our webpage (currently being updated) at http://www.rotaractchicago.org We have done international service …

Welcome to the Chicago JBoss User Group Meetup Page! We are a group of JBoss enthusiasts who like to meet and discuss the latest JBoss.org projects or other Java Open Source projects. All our meetings are open to the public without any restrictions. More information: http://community.jboss.org/groups/chicago-jbug

Welcome to this group of Natural Building enthusiasts, professionals, and fans.  All members are welcome to hold meetings ranging from building cob ovens in community gardens, to helping build strawbale houses, to watching and discussing natural building videos and taking natural building tours throughout the midwest. Why? Because there are very real opportunities to learn Natural building technologies both through dialogue and study and through hands on practucums, and your interest can become …

**Membership is now close until 2014. Please visit our page www.realwivesofchicago.com to sign up on our mailing list to learn more about our public events*** Greeting Wives Welcome to Real Wives of Chicago (RWOC).This group was created as a social, motivational, and spiritual outlet for married woman of all cultures and backgrounds.  R.W.O.C provides support for married women through participation in our meetups, our discussion boards, workshops and our marital advice sessions. We are not your …

Craft Bar :: a monthly craft meetup in Chicago. Join us the first Friday of every month for a fun, relaxed get-together where crafters of every sort can enjoy drinks and snacks from the cash bar and, of course, make crafts! Take part in one of our guided activities where all materials and instruction will be provided, or bring along your own project. craftbarchicago.com

We're a bunch of hackers, pirates, ninjas, thinkers, tinkerers, inventors, engineers, explorers, and makers. We're known for our thought-provoking beer and delicious content. We love security. Come at your risk.

The worlds of hackers and journalists are coming together as reporting goes digital and Internet companies become media empires. Journalists call themselves "hacks," someone who can churn out words in any situation. Hackers use the digital equivalent of duct tape to whip out code. Hacker-journalists try and bridge the two worlds. This group is to bring all these people together -- those who are working to help people make sense of their world. It's for hackers exploring technologies to filter an …

We are a community of practitioners who come together to share and learn. In the process, we'll explore the cross-cutting collection of values, principles and practices of the Agile Methodologies

The goal of Gruppo di Motori Italiani is simple; To bring together Italian automobile and motorcycle enthusiasts from the Chicagoland area. Whether a vintage FIAT 500, a Ferrari 599, or anything beyond and in between is our member base.  The group consists of beautiful low mileage show cars, track cars, project cars and daily drivers. The members of GdMI pride themselves on a friendly open atmosphere. Ideas are not to be criticized, but listened to and courteously and thoughtfully responded to. …

Inspired by DataKind's DataDive 2012. We offer regular meeting space and opportunities for ongoing collaboration of non-profit data partners and data enthusiasts to explore and gain insights from interesting data sets for the greater good.

ADHD is as prevalent among grown-ups as children - and it's just as essential to manage the condition with a range of behavioral, organizational and other techniques. This is a support group for adults with ADD/ADHD and people who suspect they might have ADHD due to issues with procrastination, organization and time management. We usually meet 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month to discuss challenges and share information and experiences in a supportive environment. …