What we’re about
Windy City Connections will be putting together events for 20-30 somethings that focus on one thing: Meeting people and having fun. Well, that's kind of two things...Our group will live by the motto "A good time is all about who you share it with". And I want YOU to help us organize events too! Have an idea for one, email me (Ben, the group Organizer) and we'll get it set up!
We'll be organizing groups to do things like happy hours, trivia nights, visit museums, go to comedy shows, do simple get-togethers, play in intramural sports leagues and more! So if you're fresh in town (welcome!), are looking to make some new friends, and/or simply just want to spice things up and do something other than sitting in a bar with the same ol' folks, we're gonna be that spice.
I also run S3 Simply Social Sports Leagues (s3leagues.com), which offers THE BEST coed rec sports leagues in the city. Sure I'm biased, but the sweet thing is they really are amazing. These leagues allow you to join by yourself or with friends and we create teams by age group for anyone aged 21-42, with post-game festivities at a near-by bar.
My leagues welcome all skill levels too! Rather than a one time event, they last 5-8 weeks and allow you to foster stronger relationships as you come together every week during the season. Being new to town myself years ago, I made all my best friends by joining a coed softball team. I knew I could make it better, and now many years later with tens of thousands of past alum, tons of new friends made, couples formed, and several marriages! I'll be posting these leagues to the group as well.
Sometimes the best connections come from simply expanding your social circle and getting out more. This is our goal, and we're excited to see you at an event or league!
Cheers,
Ben
When Chicago heads indoors for the winter, be active and social in our Simply Social intramural leagues! All skill levels are welcome! You can join by yourself or with friends and get placed on a coed team for the season.
Starting in late October and early November, we've got lots of great 5-7 week leagues to play in. Some are actual sports, while others are more of a super fun activity to break up the work week.
All of them are amazing for meeting new people and having fun! There's no better way to build lasting relationships than during a season getting together with the same people week after week.
WE'VE GOT INDOOR VOLLEYBALL, BOWLING, WHIRLYBALL, SINGLES SKEEBALL (FOR SINGLES!), DODGEBALL, FAMILY FEUD TRIVIA & INDOOR KICKBALL!
CHECK OUT THE FULL LEAGUE OPTIONS, DETAILS & REGISTER HERE: https://s3leagues.com/late-fall-early-winter-leagues
**GET $20 OFF INDIVIDUAL PLAYER FEES W/ PROMO CODE 'MEETUPHOOKUP'**
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To play, simply register on our website by yourself or with friends and I'll put you on a coed team with others around your age for the season. Then before we start I'll email EVERYTHING you need to know for the season including your teammate info, the full schedule, how/where we play and TONS more!
REGISTER HERE TO JOIN US as we MEETUP for some recreational level sports and activities! There's absolutely nothing better in the city than getting to know new people playing games and then over drinks at your nearby league sponsor bar that all teams hang out at.
*Want to get on a team but can't make it to every game? No problem! We put extra players on every team for this very reason.
****Have questions on how this works? Send me a message and I'll get back to you right away!****
LEAGUES INCLUDE:
- 5-7 Week Season! (varies by league)
- We buy your team some drinks each week! (in most leagues)
- Team player shirt in your requested size! (in most leagues)
- Food and drink specials at your sponsor bar!
- Multiple champs win a prize in each league!
NOTE: I'VE GOT A LOT OF DIFFERENT INDOOR LEAGUES THAT RUN FROM JANUARY THROUGH MARCH AND PLAY DIFFERENT DAYS OF THE WEEK ALL OVER THE CITY! THE DATE AND LOCATION SHOWN FOR THIS MEETUP EVENT ARE JUST A PLACEHOLDER.
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GOT A FULL TEAM? EMAIL BEN@S3LEAGUES.COM (THAT'S ME!) FOR MORE INFO AND FOR AN EVEN BIGGER DISCOUNT!
FULL DETAILS & REGISTRATION: https://s3leagues.com/late-fall-early-winter-leagues
**GET $20 OFF INDIVIDUAL PLAYER FEES W/ PROMO CODE 'MEETUPHOOKUP'**
I hope you let me show you what makes S3 Simply Social Sports Leagues so popular and exciting. I guarantee it'll be a unique experience unlike anything you've ever been a part of :)
Please message me if you have any questions!
Cheers,
Ben
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- $5 First Fridays Stand Up Comedy Shows at Chicago's best venue!Laugh Factory, Chicago, IL
The Laugh Factory in Lakeview (Broadway & Belmont) is open for comedy and we all could use some laughs! We always get A LOT of people to attend these shows. Often times over 100 Meetup members!
If you attend by yourself or with friends and want to be seated in the Meetup group section, simply request this when you check in at the ticket booth! Then just say hi to those around you :)
Every First Friday of the month we get $5 TICKETS to their shows at 7:00, 9:15 & 11:30 pm. They're ALWAYS hilarious!
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Get your $5 tickets ASAP before the quantity they give us get sells out. And with our "laugh or get a refund" policy (that has never in 4 years been requested), I know you'll enjoy your MUCH NEEDED night out! This event is posted in lots of different Meetup groups, so the RSVP # won't show how many are actually attending.
READ THE DESCRIPTION OF EACH SHOW AND GET YOUR $5 TIX HERE: https://tinyurl.com/firstfridayslaughfactory
*You can purchase tickets for several people and multiple shows this night through the link. No physical tickets will be issued. Your name will be on a list at the door and all tickets will be under the purchaser's name. Groups of up to 6 people can be sat together if arriving together.
Please Note: These shows are for ages 18+ w/ ID. If you show up after start time you will not be able to enter. There is a 2 drink minimum per person per show (non-alcoholic or alcoholic). Drinks are reasonably priced, and a comedy show is funnier with a few drinks, so this shouldn't be an issue with how cheap our tickets are :) Also, an 18% service fee (aka gratuity) will be applied to all drink tabs at payment to be given directly to service staff.
No refunds or exchanges but tickets can be transferred.
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Is there parking? Street parking and some garages are available throughout the area. However, public transit, ridesharing apps, and taxi services are highly encouraged.
What is the dress code? There is no dress code. Be comfortable!
READ THE DESCRIPTION OF EACH SHOW AND GET YOUR $5 TIX HERE: https://tinyurl.com/firstfridayslaughfactory
Enjoy the laughter!
-Ben
- Join our Indoor Leagues! Get placed on a coed team to play! All skills welcomeLeagues played at various locations in Chicago. See specific leagues for where the games are played!, Chicago, IL
When Chicago heads indoors for the winter, be active and social in our Simply Social intramural leagues! All skill levels are welcome! You can join by yourself or with friends and get placed on a coed team for the season.
Starting in late October and early November, we've got lots of great 5-7 week leagues to play in. Some are actual sports, while others are more of a super fun activity to break up the work week.
All of them are amazing for meeting new people and having fun! There's no better way to build lasting relationships than during a season getting together with the same people week after week.
WE'VE GOT INDOOR VOLLEYBALL, BOWLING, WHIRLYBALL, SINGLES SKEEBALL (FOR SINGLES!), DODGEBALL, FAMILY FEUD TRIVIA & INDOOR KICKBALL!
CHECK OUT THE FULL LEAGUE OPTIONS, DETAILS & REGISTER HERE: https://s3leagues.com/late-fall-early-winter-leagues
**GET $20 OFF INDIVIDUAL PLAYER FEES W/ PROMO CODE 'MEETUPHOOKUP'**
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To play, simply register on our website by yourself or with friends and I'll put you on a coed team with others around your age for the season. Then before we start I'll email EVERYTHING you need to know for the season including your teammate info, the full schedule, how/where we play and TONS more!
REGISTER HERE TO JOIN US as we MEETUP for some recreational level sports and activities! There's absolutely nothing better in the city than getting to know new people playing games and then over drinks at your nearby league sponsor bar that all teams hang out at.
*Want to get on a team but can't make it to every game? No problem! We put extra players on every team for this very reason.
****Have questions on how this works? Send me a message and I'll get back to you right away!****
LEAGUES INCLUDE:
- 5-7 Week Season! (varies by league)
- We buy your team some drinks each week! (in most leagues)
- Team player shirt in your requested size! (in most leagues)
- Food and drink specials at your sponsor bar!
- Multiple champs win a prize in each league!
NOTE: I'VE GOT A LOT OF DIFFERENT INDOOR LEAGUES THAT RUN FROM JANUARY THROUGH MARCH AND PLAY DIFFERENT DAYS OF THE WEEK ALL OVER THE CITY! THE DATE AND LOCATION SHOWN FOR THIS MEETUP EVENT ARE JUST A PLACEHOLDER.
-----------------------
GOT A FULL TEAM? EMAIL BEN@S3LEAGUES.COM (THAT'S ME!) FOR MORE INFO AND FOR AN EVEN BIGGER DISCOUNT!
FULL DETAILS & REGISTRATION: https://s3leagues.com/late-fall-early-winter-leagues
**GET $20 OFF INDIVIDUAL PLAYER FEES W/ PROMO CODE 'MEETUPHOOKUP'**
I hope you let me show you what makes S3 Simply Social Sports Leagues so popular and exciting. I guarantee it'll be a unique experience unlike anything you've ever been a part of :)
Please message me if you have any questions!
Cheers,
Ben - The Best Way to Meet Singles! Join our 5-Week Thursday Singles Skeeball LeagueSluggers Bar, Chicago, IL
If you're single and looking to mingle in Chicago, MEETUP with us on Thursday Nights starting November 6th for a 5-week, 80-100 player skeeball league where EVERYONE IS SINGLE! We'll place you on a coed team of 8-9 guys and 8-9 girls around your age, and it's THE BEST thing ever!! And you definitely don't need skeeball skills to join, it's just for fun :)
Forget about other singles events because our skeeball league is way better! Seeing the same people for 5 weeks in a row in a laid back, welcoming environment makes it really easy to get to know each other over the season and build relationships.
FULL DETAILS & SIGN UP HERE: https://s3leagues.com/late-fall-early-winter-leagues/thursday-sluggers-singles-skeeball
REGISTER BY YOURSELF OR WITH FRIENDS. Team are made by age group (generally within ~7 year age range) for anyone aged 21-48. Every night you play a skeeball match against a different team, have a few drinks, get FREE batting cages and enjoy dueling pianos afterward to keep hanging out! And it's totally okay to miss a night here and there if you need to.
Maybe you meet someone you vibe with to go on a date, maybe you make some new single friends. Either way you will have an amazing season and make lots of new connections! There's a reason why this league has filled up every time for the last 38 seasons.
THE BEST PART: IT'S ONLY $65 FOR ALL 5-WEEKS! That's just $13 per night for the best way to meet other singles in Chicago :)
ADDITIONAL LEAGUE DETAILS:
*Don't pay attention to the RSVP #. I promote this league in many places and it always sells out!
First Games: Thursday, November 6th - 5 week season ending Dec 11th (no games Nov 27th for Thanksgiving)
Games Start: 6:40, 7:50 or 8:30 pm (your game time changes each week)
Length: 5 Weeks. The final night is a playoffs tournament!
Location: Sluggers (3540 N Clark St) in Wrigleyville
League Fees: Only $65 total per player for all 5 weeks!
FULL DETAILS & SIGN UP HERE: https://s3leagues.com/late-fall-early-winter-leagues/thursday-sluggers-singles-skeeball
Send me a direct message if you have any questions at all. I hope to see you there ;)
Cheers, Ben
- $5 First Fridays Stand Up Comedy Shows at Chicago's best venue!Laugh Factory, Chicago, IL
The Laugh Factory in Lakeview (Broadway & Belmont) is open for comedy and we all could use some laughs! We always get A LOT of people to attend these shows. Often times over 100 Meetup members!
If you attend by yourself or with friends and want to be seated in the Meetup group section, simply request this when you check in at the ticket booth! Then just say hi to those around you :)
Every First Friday of the month we get $5 TICKETS to their shows at 7:00, 9:15 & 11:30 pm. They're ALWAYS hilarious!
--------------------------------
Get your $5 tickets ASAP before the quantity they give us get sells out. And with our "laugh or get a refund" policy (that has never in 4 years been requested), I know you'll enjoy your MUCH NEEDED night out! This event is posted in lots of different Meetup groups, so the RSVP # won't show how many are actually attending.
READ THE DESCRIPTION OF EACH SHOW AND GET YOUR $5 TIX HERE: https://tinyurl.com/firstfridayslaughfactory
*You can purchase tickets for several people and multiple shows this night through the link. No physical tickets will be issued. Your name will be on a list at the door and all tickets will be under the purchaser's name. Groups of up to 6 people can be sat together if arriving together.
Please Note: These shows are for ages 18+ w/ ID. If you show up after start time you will not be able to enter. There is a 2 drink minimum per person per show (non-alcoholic or alcoholic). Drinks are reasonably priced, and a comedy show is funnier with a few drinks, so this shouldn't be an issue with how cheap our tickets are :) Also, an 18% service fee (aka gratuity) will be applied to all drink tabs at payment to be given directly to service staff.
No refunds or exchanges but tickets can be transferred.
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Is there parking? Street parking and some garages are available throughout the area. However, public transit, ridesharing apps, and taxi services are highly encouraged.
What is the dress code? There is no dress code. Be comfortable!
READ THE DESCRIPTION OF EACH SHOW AND GET YOUR $5 TIX HERE: https://tinyurl.com/firstfridayslaughfactory
Enjoy the laughter!
-Ben
