… Models: On most shoots, Models are compensated for their time, so we only book a certain number of models per shoot. If you commit to a shoot, you must show for that shoot unless you inform us seven days in advance. Three (3) no shows will remove you from the group Please bring your wardrobe and come with make up done, sometimes there will not be time or a place to do make up, unless we specify that a MUA will be on site for a shoot. You must sign a release form. Bring your ID with you. If you'r …

  Are you between the ages of 21 and 35? Are you a lesbian/bisexual/queer woman of color? Not impressed with the bar or clubs scene? Then join us! This group is for creating community for women who enjoy plays and theater, restaurants, discussions, museums, books, and much much more. If you are open to new experiences such as yoga classes, camping trips, travel, movie nights and more you are just what we are looking for! Many different interests, personalities, and expressions welcome.   Please …

… Thus, the Bartitsu School of Arms and Physical Culture in London became the headquarters of a radical experiment in martial arts and fitness cross-training. It was also a place to see and be seen; famous actors and actresses, soldiers, athletes and aristocrats eagerly enrolled to learn the secrets of Bartitsu. In early 1902, for reasons that remain a historical mystery, the London Bartitsu Club closed down. Barton-Wright’s art was almost forgotten thereafter, except for a single, cryptic referen …

The Chicago Rebel Craft League is a meetup group organized to inspire women who love arts and crafts of all kinds and have different interests and passions to get together to create, share, talk and learn about art... If you'd like to get together to craft, get inspired, and learn from others with a DIY aesthetic, then this group is for you! We will have open studio time where you can just come, hang out, create and have fun, and more specific classes where we will do projects together. Ideall …

Anyone willing to give a thoughtful, honest, yet respectful, critique is welcome. All topics, genres and forms are welcome (Ex. chapter of a novel, short story, play, screenplay, poem, article, essay, etc.). Those concerned with poverty, and / or human and animal rights and welfare, and similar issues (i.e. social justice), are especially encouraged. The works critiqued, in this group (both Chicago and Evanston), are generally by dedicated, serious writers, though all writers are welcome. T …

… In the name of God Most Gracious Most Merciful “And do not argue with the People of the Book (Muslims, Christans, Jews, Sabians ) unless it be in a way that is better, save with such of them as do wrong. But say, “We believe in the Revelation which has come down to us (Mohammed) and in that which came down to you (Jesus, Moses and all the messengers peace upon them all ).  Our God and your God is One; and it is to Him we submit  (in Islam).”   (Quran:29:46)   "Invite (all) to the Way of your Lor …

… You may have already studied NLP techniques & language patterns from books and tapes. Could it be that you realized it's best to fine-tune your non-verbal communications skills with a study group to further improve the process of communication growth, personal development and with all that your social skills? Obviously if you're a novice to NLP, you cannot afford NOT learning and mastering language patterns & tools to help you advance in your career and to better your relationships. Don't you ag …

… We’ll have a wide variety of events for large and small groups, from dinners and brunches out, movies, happy hours, wine tastings, ladies’ night out, live bands, and festivals, to more low-key activities like museum visits, an informal book club, bowling and café chats.  Some events will be planned in advance, others will be more spontaneous, so visit us often.   Welcome, we hope to have some great laughs with you soon and make some new friends! A PICTURE AND A FIRST NAME is required to join.  …

… Have a chance to build your book and market your work. This is a fun group of people. No equipment will be provided for anyone, so please come prepared. I also welcome any professionals who are interested in hosting workshops at the events. Please contact me with your ideas and information. I have been a photographer for 6 years and I want to be a part of a support network that is there to help those in this industry for professionals and amateurs. I love fashion photography, and I really look f …

Are you an indie girl wandering the cold streets of Chicago? If so, you've come to the right place. We want together a group of music loving, bike riding, artistically inclined, pseudo weird girls to have fun!   For me this group was borne out of the desire to escape mainstream culture, how many times have I stood around in a group of women and felt like wow I just don't relate to you: no, I don't care if the Cubs won last night, not really interested in what sorority you were in, and NO …

This group is an informal discussion group about Shakespeare's works. You don't need a PH.D, or even a G.E.D. to join this group. Each week will pick one play of Shakespeare's to discuss and read aloud some key scenes. Please join us.

… Follow us on Twitter: @AmateurBakers, especially for our monthly #BreadChat Recaps, recipes, and news on our blog: www.amateurbakers.org Like us on Facebook   What do we do? Each month we hold one or more "Taste-and-Tell" events. To the "Taste-and-Tell," each baker is required to bring his/her own freshly baked, yeasted bread. Bread in this context includes baguettes, boules, batards, pizza, focaccia, rolls, challah--in short, anything made by fermenting grain with yeast. We sample each bread, a …

This group is designed for Germans, people of German descendant and people from all around the world who are interested in German culture. Our meet ups are about an up to date Germany which is way more than oomptata music, beer and brats. It is about theater, literature, music and a modern and ever changing culture.   Join the fun - wir beißen nicht :)

This group is for women in their 20s and early 30s in Oak Park and its surrounding areas who want to get out of the house and have fun! I hope to create an awesome community of women for you to connect with, become friends with, and pretty much just have a good time with. We plan many of our meetups in Oak Park and Forest Park such as dining out, movies, festivals, book discussions, wine tasting, hiking, arts and crafts, and many more. We also plan meetups in Chicago and other areas. All relatio …