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    Chicago Networking Event for Entrepreneurs, Small Business and Startups

    Chicago Networking Event for Entrepreneurs, Small Business and Startups

    Barcocina Lakeview, 2901 N Sheffield Ave, Chicago, IL, US

    For tickets and information: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1983591005093
    IMPORTANT NOTE: CLICKING THE RSVP AND PAY ORGANIZER BUTTON ON MEETUP DOES NOT GET YOU A TICKET/ SPOT. YOU HAVE TO CLICK THE LINK TO THE EVENTBRITE PAGE AND PURCHASE A TICKET THERE. PRICE GOES UP AS EVENT TIME APPROACHES AND MAY SELL OUT SO GET YOUR TICKET ON EVENTBRITE ASAP.

    *This is a multigroup event so event responses are only a portion of the total number of attendees

    CHICAGO NETWORKING EVENT: This Is A PrePay Only Event. You Have To Get Tickets Here Online In Advance. Tickets Not Available At Venue Door
    This Event Is For...
    Entrepreneurs! Small Business Owners! Startups! Freelancers! Gamechangers! Investors! Crowdfunding Experts!, Web & Marketing Experts, Job Seekers!, Etc.
    WHAT IS THIS EVENT ALL ABOUT?
    This event is the perfect opportunity to network with potential business partners, investors, industry professionals and new clients.... Or just come on out and make some new friends! We've witnessed countless business connections and friendships form at our past events. Come enjoy fun and easy way to connect with others in a relaxed, low pressure environment.
    IMPORTANT NOTE: WE WILL HAVE MULTIPLE INDUSTRIES AT THIS EVENT. THE EVENT HOST WILL WRITE YOUR INDUSTRY ON YOUR NAME BADGE SO YOU CAN EASILY FIND AND CONNECT WITH THE RIGHT PEOPLE!
    ** There are no speakers or sales pitches. It's just a place to come mingle with like minded people.
    ICEBREAKERS TO WIN PRIZES!!!
    At the beginning of the event our host will hand you a sheet of paper with icebreaker questions that you can use to get to know the rest of the people at the event. The icebreakers are optional but most people love them because they really help you get to meet people. Those who do the icebreakers will be entered into our raffle to win prizes!
    An email we received about one of our recent events: "Thank you so much for throwing such a great event. The crowd was really great and everyone was super friendly. As a busy professional I don't get that much time to get out and meet people so it was nice to be in such a relaxed environment. Event well done!" - Danielle
    FAQ:
    HOW MANY WILL BE ATTENDING?
    It ranges from event to event, but we usually expect over 50 people to attend.
    CAN I ARRIVE LATE?
    Absolutely. Arrive any time you'd like.
    CAN I COME ALONE?
    Yes, about 75% come on their own.
    WHAT IS THE DRESS CODE?
    While we don't have a dress code we ask that you please look neat/presentable. What you wear to work or what you'd where for after work happy hour drinks is fine.
    CAN I PAY AT THE EVENT DOOR?
    We do not accept payment at the event door. We also change the venue at each event and don't give out the location to those who don't sign up. You must pre-pay online.
    HOW LONG DOES THE EVENT GO?
    The event is 3 hours long. You can arrive any time you'd like.
    ARE THERE DRINKS?
    Yes, there's a full menu of great drinks you can order at the bar.
    IS THERE FOOD AVAILABLE?
    Yes you can order food. The venue has a food menu and great appetizers available to order.
    WHAT IS THE AGE RANGE?
    Anyone of any age who wants to network is welcome
    WHO ATTENDS THE EVENT?
    Professionals of all sorts and ages
    IS THERE A REFUND POLICY?
    If you need to cancel, please email us and we can transfer you to a future event. However we do not offer transfers if you cancel on the day of the event or don't show up.
    For tickets and information: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1983591005093

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  • Online Trivia Night - A Fun, Free Social Trivia Night On Zoom

    Online Trivia Night - A Fun, Free Social Trivia Night On Zoom

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    Sign up for free at this link:
    FRIDAY - 6:00 PM - Online Trivia Night. Sign up at:
    https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1975870284209
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    FRIDAY - 8:00 PM - Social Party Game Night. Sign up at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1975149835327
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    WEDNESDAY - 7:00 PM - Online Trivia Night. Sign up at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1975870284209

    Get ready for a fun night of trivia on Zoom. Everyone is welcome and it's a really great time! Once you sign up, you'll be given a link to join a group of other people via video on Zoom. All you need is a laptop, phone or tablet to take part in the event. You'll enjoy an evening of fun trivia. We balance the questions making sure there are plenty of different topics and difficulty levels so everyone will have a good time. Our friendly host will be with you live on Zoom orchestrating the most fun trivia event you've ever been to!

    You're welcome to hop on by yourself or join with friends. About 75% of people sign up by themself so don't worry if you're coming on alone! Our host will make introductions and put you on a team with other people so it's a great way to make new friends. It's a fantastic way to meet new people and we've witnessed countless friendships sparked at this event. In fact, the host gives everyone the opportunity to swap contact info with other people in the group at the end of the night if they'd like to. If you sign up with friends, the host will make sure to put you on a team with your friends.

    * The event host will group you off into teams and you'll be playing as a team against the other groups. You're never put on the spot to come up with answers... you'll be working with your team to answer the questions. You'll answer great trivia questions in all of your favorite categories like pop culture, history, entertainment (music, movies & TV), arts & literature, science and more. The winning team gets a prize!

    ** QUICK NOTE: THIS EVENT IS COMPLETELY FREE TO JOIN AND ATTEND! IF YOU HAVE FUN, WE'D LOVE IT IF YOU'D DONATE/TIP THE HOST A FEW BUCKS. THE HOST WILL POST HOW YOU CAN DONATE/TIP WITH VENMO/CASH APP AND OTHER WAYS. IF YOU ENJOY THE EVENT WE'D LOVE IT IF YOU'D DONATE TO HELP KEEP THIS EVENT RUNNING BUT THERE'S NO PRESSURE AT ALL TO DO SO... WE KNOW THESE ARE HARD ECONOMIC TIMES SO WE WANT EVERYONE TO FEEL WELCOME TO ATTEND AND HAVE FUN WITH NO PRESSURE TO DONATE/TIP.

    * If you come on your own you'll be put on a team with others who have also come on their own. If you sign up along with friends we'll be sure to put you and your friends on the same team. (The awesome part about this event is that you'll always be working with your team to come up with answers so you're never put directly on the spot to have to answer anything).

    * We have several unique rounds of trivia which keeps it really fun and exciting. Some rounds are like traditional trivia nights (simply answering trivia questions), other rounds are totally unique and change at each event. Sometimes we may show you a series of photos and ask you trivia questions about the photos, other times we play games like "Reverse Family Feud" where you'd have to guess the least popular answers to our question (it's soooo much fun!), or sometimes we'll play a "Find The Common Link" game where you'll have to answer some questions and figure out the common link between all the answers.

    ** RSVPing on Meetup does not get you a spot. You have to sign up through the Eventbrite link.

    WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT THE EVENT:

    "I love trivia and this was one of the most exciting trivia nights I've ever been to." - Robert N.

    "The questions were unique and interesting. Thanks for organizing such a great event!" - Charlene S.

    "That was an absolute blast! By the end of the event I had already made some new friends" - Laura D.

    "It was the best time I've had in a long time. The host did a fantastic job" - David M.

    **** WIN PRIZES!! ****

    QUICK NOTE: PLEASE ONLY SIGN UP IF YOU'RE DEFINITELY GOING TO ATTEND SO WE HAVE AN ACCURATE HEADCOUNT. IT HELPS OUR HOST WITH PREPARATION IF SHE KNOWS HOW MANY PEOPLE WILL BE ATTENDING. THANKS!

    Sign up at this link: FRIDAY - 6:00 PM - Online Trivia Night. Sign up at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1975870284209
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    FRIDAY - 8:00 PM - Social Party Game Night. Sign up at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1975149835327
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    WEDNESDAY - 7:00 PM - Online Trivia Night. Sign up at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1975870284209

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  • $24.99
    Chicago Singles Speed Dating Game Night

    Chicago Singles Speed Dating Game Night

    Barcocina Lakeview, 2901 N Sheffield Ave, Chicago, IL, US

    For tickets and information:
    https://www.eventbrite.com/e/chicago-singles-speed-dating-game-night-tickets-1990702687326

    IMPORTANT NOTE: CLICKING THE RSVP AND PAY ORGANIZER BUTTON ON MEETUP DOES NOT GET YOU A TICKET/ SPOT. YOU HAVE TO CLICK THE LINK TO THE EVENTBRITE PAGE AND PURCHASE A TICKET THERE. PRICE GOES UP AS EVENT TIME APPROACHES AND MAY SELL OUT SO GET YOUR TICKET ON EVENTBRITE ASAP.

    *This is a multigroup event so event responses are only a portion of the total number of attendees

    Chicago Dating Games Singles Game Night: Play Fun Icebreaker Games And Match With People (Check dates below for your age range)
    A Dating Games Singles Game Night is a revolutionary new event that is changing the way singles meet. It's a fun new twist on speed dating! Let's face it, we're all tired of the endless online swiping on dating apps and this event is the perfect way to meet other singles in real life.
    Age Range: 20s, 30s, 40s

    HOW THE EVENT WORKS...
    - At each Dating Games Singles Event event we book a reserved area with some tables at a cool bar with a great vibe
    - After you get your ticket we give you the event reservation name... When you arrive you just tell the venue host the reservation name and you'll be directed to the event area where you'll get to meet the other fun singles who are also looking to meet new people.

    - You'll be playing fun and easy icebreaker games to get to know everyone.

    - After the event you'll be a able to login to our app where you'll be able to select the people you'd like to stay in touch with (scroll down for more details about how that works).

    - We usually have between 12 and 20 people at each event. The amount of people varies from event to event but you'll definitely get to meet a good amount of people without being overwhelmed by a huge crowd. We keep the events fairly small and intimate so you really get to know everyone and make real connections.
    - Our host will walk you through the event via video on your phone (so there's no awkward check in process or silly name tags)
    - The coolest part about the event is that no one else at the venue will even know you're at a singles event. It will just look like a group of friends having fun around a table!
    - During the fun icebreaker games you can order cocktails (or non-alcoholic mocktails) to get everyone talking and then move into the games (feel free to order food/appetizers if you'd like to as well. Everyone pays for their own tab at the venue)

    ** QUICK NOTE: WE WILL BE RAISING THE TICKET PRICE EVERY FEW DAYS AND BECAUSE WE LIMIT THE SPOTS AVAILABLE, THE EVENT WILL VERY LIKELY SELL OUT BEFORE THE EVENT TIME GRAB YOUR TICKET ASAP TO MAKE SURE YOU GET A SPOT. **

    WHAT ARE THE ICEBREAKER GAMES ALL ABOUT?
    You'll be playing fun games like "Friendly Feud" which is similar to the popular prime time TV show we all know. In this game you and the other singles at the table will be asked fun questions like, "Name a gift that women love men to give them". You will try to come up with the most popular answer and then you'll find out if you got the top answer. Another popular game we sometimes play is Blank Slate where you have to try to guess the most popular fill in the blank answer to questions like, _________ TIME . You'd have to try to come up with the most popular answer... is it PARTY TIME? Is it NIGHT TIME? Or maybe it's SHOWTIME.
    HERE'S THE REALLY COOL PART!
    This event has led to countless relationships and new friendships formed because after the event you'll be able to stay in touch with the people you met at the event by reaching out and contacting them on our app. After the event is over we allow you to login to the app and swipe on the people you'd like to stay in touch with! It's similar to a dating app but you'll have actually met and mingled with the people in person before deciding if you want to match and stay in touch with them! After you get your ticket you'll be able to upload a photo of yourself on our webpage (only viewable by the other event attendees). After you sign up you will get an email from us with instructions on how to upload your photo to our app/webpage. It's the perfect way to meet someone, merging new technology and good old fashioned meeting in real life!
    *** IMPORTANT! IF YOU DON'T SEE AN EMAIL FROM US AFTER YOU SIGN UP MAKE SURE TO CHECK YOUR SPAM FOLDER. THAT EMAIL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND DETAILS ABOUT THE EVENT AND GETTING ONTO THE APP ***
    A message we received about one of our recent events: "I had a great time at the event. The people were really friendly and the games were a lot of fun. It was a refreshing change of pace from the dating apps" - Leah
    ** QUICK NOTE: Because the venue is giving us their valuable table space we ask that you order either a 1 drink minimum or if you don't drink alcohol at least a food item off the menu (can be an appetizer).

    For tickets and information:
    https://www.eventbrite.com/e/chicago-singles-speed-dating-game-night-tickets-1990702687326

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  • The Dramatic Improv Festival- Half-price tix!

    The Dramatic Improv Festival- Half-price tix!

    Edge Theater, 5451 N. Broadway St., Chicago, IL, US

    The Dramatic Improv Festival returns to Chicago, August 20-23 for four days celebrating the art of grounded, human, emotionally authentic improvisation.

    Hosted by Theatre Momentum, the festival brings together improvisors, actors, and instructors from around the world for an exciting lineup of performances, workshops, and community events. Whether you're an experienced performer, a theatre artist looking to expand your craft, or simply a fan of compelling live performance, the Dramatic Improv Festival offers a unique opportunity to experience a different side of improv.

    Festival performances showcase character-driven, story-focused improvisation that emphasizes authentic relationships, emotional honesty, and meaningful storytelling. During the day, participants can train with acclaimed instructors in workshops covering dramatic improvisation, acting, storytelling, and performance techniques.

    Since its founding in 2019, the Dramatic Improv Festival has welcomed performers and teachers from around the world, creating one of the world's premier gatherings for dramatic improvisation.

    Festival Highlights
    · 28 live performances
    · 20 workshops led by international instructors
    · 4 days of performances, classes, and community events
    · Artists and teachers from around the world

    Performances take place at The Edge Theater in Chicago. Individual performance tickets are $20, with workshop registration available separately.
    Use the code MEETUP to get $10 tickets!

    Learn more and purchase tickets at: https://dramaticimprovfest.com/

    Grounded. Human. Vulnerable. Instant. Deep.

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