Beginning with those in the TriCity area, I'm building support for soon-to-be and newer parents who want to get it "Right from the Start".

Meet other single parents for networking, interesting discussion, good humor, and general camaraderie. Join us if you are a fun, intelligent, responsible, single adult actively engaged in the thrills and throes of parenting. Events include both family and parents only oriented activities.

… First up: Parenting Children Course Starting Friday, February 3, 2012. This is for Parenting Children between the ages of 0-10 year olds. See calendar for more information and registration. The meet up takes place at Wheatland Salem Church Oswego Campus - 1217 Wolf Road, Oswego, IL 60543 Fridays from 6:30 -9 pm including curriculum, childcare, and dinner for $30. The class meets through March 2nd. The link for registration is www.wheatlandsalem.org/register (click on link: Adult General Registra …

This group is set up for getting together in playgroup-type settings during the week, in Yorkville and the surrounding areas, so that the kids can play and the parents can share conversation. If you are a mom of a baby and/or young child/children and you are looking for daytime, LOCAL opportunities to play and socialize with other kids and moms, then this group is for you! We enjoy meeting in members' home for playdates and at parks and other local play-places! To keep our group safe, you must f …

We are a group of mainly first-time parents to children under 2. We are excited to develop friendships with other families in the area. Activities will include play dates, family get-togethers, mom/dad's night out, etc. We are open to any ideas to help make this group a great fit for you and your little one. We look forward to sharing this incredible journey with you!

Are you looking to meet other families in their 20's, 30's and 40's who have young children (preschool and younger)? Do you live in the Naperville area? Then this group is for you! This group includes married, engaged or seriously dating couples with children.  Meetups include the zoo, parks, playdates, family bbqs, storytime and anything else that's fun for the family.  We'll even try and schedule some moms/dads nights out.  Most meetups are scheduled evenings and weekends so the entire family …

This is a play/support group for parents who have children with sensory issues,autism, aspergers, etc. I have found that it can be tough going through this as a parent and very confusing. I would love to meet other parents going through the same thing and give the kids a playgroup with buddies that are like them. This is a very laid back group, we do not judge or force any kind of advice on eachother, this is a place for comfort, play and new friendships.

I am a Naperville mom with an 9 year old son with moderate sensory processing issues. My son is main streamed in grade school, but finds it difficult to connect with other children because of his social skills. My fiance, Patrick, and I are looking for other moms, dads, and families that have children with sensory issues and are interested in forming a social group where the kids (and parents) can form friendships and do social activities. Is your son or daughter in grade school and finding it d …

LIVE CHATROOM too! Let me start 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... (now here are some specifics as to what this group is about) Not only about DIVORCE, it's for people restarting their lives... Come meet people in similar situations, and those who are now past it... there is hope! While aimed mostly toward people getting togethe …

  Are you interested in becoming a part of a playgroup in the southwest suburbs? Getting out of the house with your little one(s)? Participating in fun, memorable trips and get togethers with other moms that can relate to you? I know I am! I am looking for other moms who would like to meet up with our young children at each others' homes, parks, plan "field trips" and make friends. There is no other bond like the one moms share. I am a 31 year old stay-at-home mom of three. This group is open to …

Looking for something new, interesting, and fun to do with your children? Who: All active, curious and imaginative children What: Weekly playgroups where kids can play and explore in a fun and unstructured safe environment  Where: Intertek‛s Research & Observation Center (located in Oak Brook near I-294 & 22nd Street) When: Flexible one-hour timeslots, offered on various weekday mornings and afternoons Why: Child‛s play is not only fun, but it‛s also crucial for the develop …

This group is geared towards parents who have toddlers or preschool aged children, however all are welcome.  We will do a variety of activities from play groups to parks and many child oriented activities in the Chicagoland area! There will also be Mom's Night Out and many more activities to fit everyone's interests.  Most meetups will be in the Joliet/Plainfield area but you are welcome regardless of location! This group is private and we want this group to be safe for our children and will do …

Our group is for those already homeschooling or curious about homeschooling young children from preK to about 3rd grade in the Plainfield/Joliet area. While the activities for the group are designed for early learners, older siblings are always welcome to attend. We provide unstructured social activity (park days and play dates) and field trips as well as some group learning activities. We also schedule occasional moms' nights, parents' date nights and family activity days. Our purpose is to mak …

Let's schedule a play date! Everyone needs to get out once in a while, that's why I started this group. Going to the park is fun, but it's better with a group! Once you are approved for this group, you will have the opportunity to attend and make your own meetups. Do you have a great idea for a meetup? Post it! Or if you want to schedule something, please email any of the organizers with the location/address, date, time, hosts, and details. This group was started to form bonds locally, so …

We are a diverse group of people with at least 5 things in common: 1. We all look back at our childhood and have GREAT memories about “good old-fashioned play”. 2. We all work a lot as adults – and spend lots of our time with technology (be it as parents, business people, or students). 3. We all believe that technology is cool and kids should learn how to use it – but kids should also have the chance to GET THEIR PLAY OUT (off-line) while they’re young, and still full of energy and ima …

Being a mom can be tough.  And it can be joy-filled.   And, without a doubt, being a mom is life-changing.  Some of us are just starting out as new moms, others are seasoned parents, and the rest of us fall somewhere in between.  We are moms who want to do more than just "get through these years".  We want to embrace them, revel in both their challenges and triumphs, and learn from them.  We want to grow... in our relationships with our children, with each other, and spiritually.  We want to sup …