About us
This group is for fans of Japanese anime, manga, and media. We gather to discuss our favorite shows, share recommendations, and more.
Join us on Discord.
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We hope it provides a safe space for people who like all things anime, including cosplay, gaming, and geek culture. With this group, you can expect events like conventions, films at local theaters, seasonal anime screenings, arcade nights, and more!
Our reoccurring events include the following:
- Seasonal Anime Screening (seasonal)
- Picnic/Potluck (seasonal)
- Arcade Nights (monthly)
- Bring Your Own Manga Book Club (monthly)
If you have any event suggestions feel free to message to the organizers. If you would like to host events, don't hesitate to reach out. :D
We have a girl's group (get in touch with Neikey, one of our organizers), and a guy's group (get in touch with Mike, one of our organizers) to provide a safe space for people and allow people to hang out offline.
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Don't Forget To Be Awesome!
(All of our members must adhere to our Code of Conduct.)
Link to all our socials, and events.
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Cover image is inspired by INT'L Cafe Chicago.
Upcoming events
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Bonfire @ Promontory Point (Hyde Park)
Promontory Point, 5491 South Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, USmeetup for Chicago anime hangouts! hope to have conversations about anime, and manga and more. just show up :D
whether you're looking to meet new people, catch up with friends, or simply enjoy a summer night along the lakefront, everyone is welcome. we'll hang out around the fire, chat, roast food, and watch the sunset.
i'll be bringing hot dogs and marshmallows for everyone to roast over the fire! feel free to bring your own drinks, snacks, or anything else you'd like to share.
here is a signup sheet. i'll bring a blanket, frisbee, and board games at the least. please bring what you'd like people to participate in if you'd like to.
find us next to the field house at Promontory Point to start. organizer and members will update where in the park we are. (organizer will have a Meetup logo).
schedule:
7:00 pm: show up
(organizer will update if event extends longer than originally planned)we hope to see you! :D
more about the park:
https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/promontory-point-special-event-venue78 attendees
Neighborhood Exploration (Oak Park)
Harlem/Lake Green Line Station, 1 S Harlem Ave, Forest Park, IL 60302, Forest Park, IL, USThis will be a bit of exploring of the neighborhood. We hope to split up into groups and explore bits of the neighborhood, similar to our dessert crawls in the past.
Some items for a self-guided itinerary:
Places/Spaces:
- Pumpkin Moon (gift shop)
- Scratch 'n Sniff (gift shop)
- Sugarcup Trading (gift shop)
- The Book Loft Oak Park (bookstore)Bakery:
- Firecakes
- Léa French Café
- Sugar Fixé PâtisserieEats:
- Gyumon
- Katy's Dumplings
- KYURAMEN
- Poke Burrito
- Sweet Dim Sum
(non-exhaustive list)📍 start at Harlem/Lake Green Line Station
Learn more about Oak Park:
https://www.downtownoakpark.net/44 attendees
Nourishing Hope - Online Market Evening Packing (Volunteer) (West Town)
1716 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL, USmeetup for chicago anime hangouts! hope to have conversations about anime, and manga and more. just show up :D just note that this is the first event focused around volunteering, and helping people, so be prepared to learn more about the non-profit we're working with in addition to the socializing aspect, and getting a meal or dessert afterwards.
Nourishing Hope is an established Chicago food pantry, providing free food in a comfortable person-focused environment, with social and mental health services.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR SIGNING UP TO VOLUNTEER AT BOTTOM
description: come help us pack orders for Nourishing Hope's Online Market! Then we will load orders into the van for distribution. Volunteers are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing and closed toed shoes. Gloves provided at individual shifts.
schedule:
5:30: get trained to help load orders and pack for Nourishing Hope.
post-meetup: open to walk to Sabroso! Mexican Grill (624 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60622 - 8 minute walk away) to grab a light meal, or grab smoothies/dessert nearby.we hope to see you there!
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Volunteering at Nourishing Hope (formerly Lakeview Pantry):
Register to be a volunteer: Form link.Already have a volunteer account? Login into your personal volunteer site (link here), click Volunteer Calendar, and enter the group code: 3721 under "I have a Group Code." Watch this helpful video!
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Past events
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