The mission of our group is to provide opportunities for homeschooled children to connect with other kids, do joint field trips, and to serve as a resource for new and seasoned homeschool families. If you currently homeschool or are thinking about homeschooling and would like the opportunity to connect with others on this journey, then this is a group for you! We're currently accepting new members, and requesting a $5 membership fee (payable by paypal or cash) to help cover the Meetup Group fee.

Meet friendly local moms to talk about your kids and have fun! Come to a Moms Meetup to share experiences, find advice, give support, and make new friends. Infants and kids of early school age (0 - 6 years old) is this group's focus. However, expecting moms are  welcome too. Most of our activities are scheduled in the daytime in the cities of Evanston, Skokie, Niles, Morton Grove, Glenview, and Northbrook and other neighboring suburbs. Activities include park playdates, in-home playgroups, and o …

… If you would like to help support our work by making a contribution, it is 100% tax deductible.      What other types of meetups do you schedule? Other meetups include concerts, craftmaking, cultural events, dine-outs, family events, Ladies Nights Out, library programs, museums, nature centers, outdoor activities, performances and playdates.  These all help facilitate the growth of our friendships and community. Who can join? Families with children of all ages, ethnicities and abilities are welc …

Welcome to Downers Grove Area Moms!  We are a group of moms with newborn through early grade school-age children looking for advice and support as we share in the joys of motherhood.  Although we come from different backgrounds and different experiences, what we do have in common is the desire to find opportunities to promote communication and socialization skills among our children. And certainly, we want to have fun in the process! Our moms come from all over the Chicagoland area including th …

I was 36 when I had my first baby and found out I was pregnant with my youngest right before my 40th birthday. When I got together for playdates, I was always surprised that I was 10 years older than the other moms. They were in grade school when I was in college! It would have been nice to meet some other moms who grew up in the same decade as I did and spoke the same language. If you are a "mature" mom looking to meet other women who are going from breastfeeding to hot flashes, come to Nibbles …

Why aren't you dancing your butt off at a club tonight? Is it your two left feet? Did your friends make fun of your bad moves until you just gave up and stopped going? Are you self-conscious about what to do about your arms... or your legs... or your whole body? Maybe you're curious but too nervous to actually step onto the floor and let loose. Do you have trouble finding the rhythm when you hear a song? Are you addicted to the salt shakers or the lawnmower? Do memories of homecoming or prom (or …

  *** Next event: The "Taste-and-Tell" on Saturday, June 23, 2012. The focus of this event is Filled Breads. Please join the group for event details and to RSVP.   Most recent events: May "Taste-and-Tell," focus: Yeasted Pastry + Laminated Dough. 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 …