This is a group for parents interested in teaching their children Arabic through immersion - whether by reading books, listening to music, or playing with other toddlers.  Additionally, I hope to form a community of Arabic speaking parents looking to enhance their language skills and culture.  Most importantly I want our members to have fun and to create an environment that's supportive of one another to practice our ancestral language. Fluency isn't required! Only your willingness to learn/spea …

We are speakers of the International Language Esperanto who meet for conversations in and about Esperanto. All interested are welcome. We can teach you if you are a beginner, and we will help you become proficient fast.

This is a group of Chicago parents who want their children to grow up multilingual (speaking 2 or more languages). It provides support and advice for parents who are trying to teach their kids proficiency in several languages or at least raise them aware and have a basic understanding of languages other than English. As the membership pool grows, it will facilitate playdates or playgroups based on foreign languages or other interests. It will explore travel and other opportunities (e.g., summer …

The purpose of this group is to have meetups and exchange our members' language knowledge. We want to invite speakers with an intermediate-to-advanced command of a pair from a list of seven European languages to speak with interlocutors bearing a reciprocal command of such pair and have fun while refreshing/improving their own knowledge.

This group is being created to meet other Pakistani professionals (and friends of) in Chicago and surrounding suburbs in an informal, social setting. Our primary focus will be to network, discuss culture (language, music, politics, etc.), make new friends and contacts. We hope this group can help each individual in their personal and professional domain. This group is not affiliated with any religious or political party. Anyone and everyone is welcome even if you don’t have any ties with Pakista …

This group is for German speakers of all levels. Even non-german speakers, but those who are interested in learning or just the culture. There are more than monthly meetings!

Love the French Language? Your French getting a little rusty? Just looking for people to practice your French and make friends? Vous avez envie d’apprendre le Français dans une ambiance détendue tout en vous amusant? Meet friendly nice people in  a small group with high quality of Conversation. Anyone can speak. That's very calming, relax, and simple. We learne a lot while speaking French. Come have French immersion, and networking,  by joining us now. You will   connect with Native French speak …

The main benefit of this group is making friends with people who share the same interest in conversational Spanish. Speakers of all levels are welcome, as are native speakers. In addition to enjoying regular conversations with other Spanish speakers and learners, we participate in activities and events that expose us to the Spanish language and Spanish/Latino culture.

Meet and mingle with local Japanese language and culture lovers! Come to a Japanese Language Meetup to practice speaking Japanese, and talk about Japan and Japanese culture. All ages and levels welcome. Group Members are encouraged to join from areas surrounding Arlington Heights, IL and specifically the Mitsuwa shopping center as a prefered venue. Nihongo to nihon no bunka suki hito wo majimasu. Nihongo Meetup e nihon to nihongo to nihonbunka wo hanashimashou. Minasan irrashaimase.

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 is a group for people who want to explore new cultures and subcultures.  We aim to have fun experiencing new things.  This group includes a little of all sorts of different cultures from the cultures of different nations to rave, feminist, spriritual, and race sub-cultures.  Everyone is welcome to come and experience the rich variety that Chicago has to offer! Whether you are looking for events that celebrate your culture, the culture of someone you love or some entirely new culture that t …

German is Fun!!! This is a group for all German language speakers, from native speakers to beginners. Its a fun way to practice German while you learn and improve. Also, we share our experiences, culture and backgrounds. Join us for a fun (and for some educational) group!!! Deutsch macht Spass!!!

This is a group for anyone who is interested in speaking or learning the Spanish language. We invite all levels whether total beginners to native speakers of Spanish to join us and celebrate Latin American culture.

Witamy! Zapraszamy do nowej grupy dla wszystkich, ktorzy maja chec porozmawiac po polsku. Meet fellow Polish language and culture lovers for conversation and fun! This group is for speakers, listeners, and students of Polish of all levels and ages. Come to our meetup and make new przyjaciele, while practicing your Polish skills. We organize various meetings, depending on what's happening around town (e.g. Polish Film Festival, Taste of Polonia, etc.). Please reach out if you'd like to organiz …

The purpose of this group is to bring together Brazilians and Brazilians at heart. Brazilians and anyone else interested in Brazil, i.e. people who love our country and our culture are welcome to join us. The main language of the group is Portuguese, but English always sneaks up on us here and there. Let us show you a little bit of Brazilian hospitality! Attend our events and learn how to enjoy life Brazilian-style!

Love the French Language? Your French getting a little rusty? Just looking for people to practice your French and make friends? Vous avez envie d’apprendre le Français dans une ambiance détendue tout en vous amusant? Meet friendly nice people. Small group with high quality of Conversation. Anyone can speak. That's very calming, relax, and simple. We learn a lot while speaking French. Now start your French immersion by joining us now. Come connect with Native French speakers, and Fellow French la …

Want to practice your Korean? Meet others in your area who are also interested in the Korean language, culture, arts and history? Korean speakers who want to practice English and help members with learning the Korean language are also encouraged to join this group. All ages and levels of proficiency are welcome.

I would like to welcome everybody who is interested in Russian culture, history and language. Being a teacher of Russian History and International Affairs I started this group to share my knowledge and passion for this powerful, diverse, wild and beautiful country. Having a 7 year old son I am working every day on passing my knowledge onto him. We study Russian language, learn Russian history, Russian geography and natural resources, Russian culture of course etc. Listening to Tchaikovsky and Ra …

Interested in Japanese culture and want to explore in Chicago? Join us!

Konnichiwa! Ogenki desuka? Meet other local Japanese Expatriates and friends of Japan who have been to Japan, who just love Japanese culture and our country, or who just would like to meet local Japanese. All those are welcome to join us. We meet once/twice a month at either Japanese(sushi, Shabu-Shabu, Yakitori, Tonkatsu, Japanese French...etc), Spanish, Italian, French, Pizza, or any other cool restaurants. Japanese don't eat Sushi everyday! Policies: 1. If you RSVP and NO Show without …

Want to PRACTICE the Bosnian/Croatian/Montenegrin/Serbian Languages? Meetup with others in your area who are also interested in the B/C/M/S Languages and Cultures.   Adults learners of any age with prior basic B/C/M/S languages skills and native speakers are welcome!

Vuoi parlare italiano come un madrelingua? Do you want to speak Italian like a native? Se stai cercando un gruppo che ti aiuti a migliorare il tuo italiano... If you are looking for a group that will help you improve your Italian, not only practice what you already know... Questo è il gruppo per te! This is the group for you!! Come and practice your language skills, in a RELAXED setting, with other Italian speakers and enthusiasts, and the SUPERVISION OF A MOTHER-TONGUE TEACHER. The CONVERSATION …

Meet and mingle with local Japanese language and culture lovers! Come to a Japanese Language Meetup to practice speaking, build vocab and finally figure out those verb conjugations! All ages and levels welcome.

Conversaciones en español e ingles al mismo tiempo. *Conversations in Spanish and English simultaneously*

This group is for professionals who have grown up outside the U.S. The goal is to have a social networking and support platform. We will share and learn the ropes together, make the holidays less lonely, explore the U.S. or simply just hang out. You’re welcome to join if you closely identify with the life in any way.

The Chicago Indians Meetup Group is for anyone who wishes to meet and socialize with others who share an interest, a connection, or a passion with Indian culture! Whether you were born in the motherland or you've recently grown fond of Hindi films and samosas, you can count on CIMG to put together a cool/fun/interesting meetup to get your dose of Indian-ness. See you soon yaar!

¿Interesado en practicar tu español? This is the most active vibrant meetup group in Chicago. It is also one of the biggest meetup groups in in the USA. We have many events and friends to make. ¡Qué bueno! ¿no? Let's meet-up. ¡Nos vemos, Chicago!

Are you trying to practice your Spanish in a fun way? I am a Spanish teacher and I encourage my students to go to events to emerge in the Latin culture. My vision is to organize events so that people meet new people, practicing Spanish and having fun in the mean time. I am from Buenos Aires, Argentina. I still remember my adolescence, when I used to sneak from my English classes to hang out with my friends and failed all the exams. Actually, I hated English because it was something imposed by my …