community for the discussion of the convergence of design science and software development / engineering, resulting from non-linear and dynamic complexity of the software ecosystem. Construct practice frameworks, etc. Open to software researchers, architects, engineers, designers, scientists, developers, programmers, analysts, and users

Science fiction, fantasy and speculative fiction fans getting together to have fun! Isaac Asimov, Harry Potter, Dr. Who, Pern, Star Trek, Lord of the Rings, Battlestar Galactica, Valdemar, Star Wars... the list of our interests and enthusiasms goes on and on. Come join us at our monthly social at Dave and Busters to meet fans from all over Chicago and suburbs who have equally wide-ranging interests. Order off the menu, pay before you leave and have fun! Our focus is relaxed socializing. …

We like reading compelling books on feats of science, technology and engineering derring-do! If you love reading about the amazing lives of radical inventors, laboratory wizards, eccentric investigators, audacious builders and their triumphs and tragedies, then you've found your club! We'll pick out a book, devour it cover-to-cover, and then meetup to discuss what we really liked about it. We'll pick different meeting places in or around Chicago, so everyone's welcome!

This meditation technique is taught as a science and is practiced by people of many religions, faiths and belief systems. Within you is the "science lab" in which you conduct this "science experiment." The Science of Spirituality (S.O.S.) teaches a meditation process called Jyoti, or Light, Meditation. It's free and anyone can practice it. It should be noted, this is a voluntary meditation program. One stays in their social or religious traditions to practice this meditation. It needs to also be …

Chicago's original & largest Science Fiction & Fantasy Meetup! Our monthly meetup is on the first Tuesday of each month. It's a great place to meet folks and talk about random fandom with long time members and newbies in a relaxed setting with no timetable. The rest of the month join us for movies, dinners, and geeky gatherings of all types! We are an eclectic group into all aspects of Science Fiction and Fantasy including books, movies, TV, gaming and conventions. You are welcome if you've just …

Do you like conventions about Science Fiction? Fantasy? Gaming? Anime? Horror? Odd stuff in general? The Chicago Conventions group is designed to get people together at conventions and at certain other related events to meet and have fun. Note posts will be created on the calendar about all of the conventions in the Chicago area. If you know of other conventions not listed, send a message to the organizer Leane. If you would like to go to a convention and meetup with others from this group, feel …

Food for the body and the brain! Do you care about environmental issues in the Chicago region? The Morton Arboretum does too - and we're coming to your neighborhood to talk about today's hottest environmental topics! The Arboretum's “Zone 5 Science Cafés” bring local experts and interested citizens together in the comfortable atmosphere of the café at your local Whole Foods Market and other regional locations. Share opinions, ideas, and plans for the future as you discuss cutting edge environm …

A group of brain and science geeks dedicated to the latest brain research and practically applying in in work and play. We are students, kids, biz and other professionals, just plain folks. Be prepared to bring stuff and share. We like shy people -- they know more! Be prepared to learn a lot, there will be a test soon! (just kidding) Free and open sharing and principled (non-personal) arguments encouraged. Nothing supernatural, religious or political -- unless it is related to brain research. Jo …

… Intertek‛s master‛s-level child development specialists examine the science behind child‛s play by observing children in an active-play setting to better understand how they will use their skills and abilities to interact with and treat various products, all in the name of product safety.   We conduct cutting edge research through the process of observation for the field of child development. Our research focuses on children's developmental skills and abilities at various ages, and the …

Freethought Families of Chicago represent a local group of parents and families in the Chicagoland area with secular worldviews, humanist mindsets, and value science-based education. Those who wish to join us can look forward to regular family-friendly (and freethought-friendly) events and meetups around the area. Freethought Families of Chicago is affiliated with and run by the Chicago Freethought Project.

Do you have a degree in computer science or mathematics, but feel like you've just scratched the surface of the emerging field of Machine Learning (aka Applied Statistics, or Artificial Intelligence)? We regularly study the math, the theory, and the code. Come learn with us and teach us what you know. This meetup intends to bring together statisticians and computer scientists for a monthly informal meeting to discuss what we understand so far, what to learn next, and the state-of-the-art to t …

… Probability Theory: The Logic of Science by E.T. Jaynes Causality by Judea Pearl Good and Real by Gary Drescher (hat tip) Writing with Power by Peter Elbow Felt Sense: Writing with the Body by Sondra Pearl Writing Analytically by David Rosenwasser and Jill Stephen Style: Lessons in Clarity and Grace by Joseph Williams and Gregory Colomb The Ethical Slut by Dossie Easton and Janet Hardy Mode One by Alan Roger Currie The System by Roy Valentine Intimacy and Desire by David Schnarch Pass …

        Kabbalah Chicago is a non profit educational institute teaching the hidden science of Kabbalah for the purpose of repairing the world. This Meetup group is for anyone who struggles with the true meaning of life.   Bnei Baruch Study Center Chicago:3340 Dundee RdSuite 2C5Northbrook, IL 60062(773) 262-5138Driving Directions: Google Map WWW.KABBALAH.INFO

Unite with fans of the fabulous, yet defunct, movie-riffing TV show Mystery Science Theater 3000. We meet one Saturday evening per month to provide MSTie group support and watch an episode. We also get together for field trips to see Cinematic Titanic, Rifftrax, and the occasional bad movie or two. The group has been together four years. Stay cool, keep it light and you'll be welcome indefinitely. Thanks for understanding, and hope to see you soon.

This is group is for interested people to discuss concepts of Ancient India. Discussions and seminars are welcome on Astrology (Jyotish), Sanatana Dharma (Hinduism), Ganita (Vedic Mathematics), Samhita (Astronomy), Sanskrit, Mantra Shastra (The Vedic science of sound therapy), Vastu Shastra (The Vedic science of architecture) and any other relevant subject. From ancient times sages of India selflessly showered knowledge to us on numerous aspects of human life - from precise methods of timing ev …

Methods for increasing measures of cognitive function are finding support in scientific studies. The purpose of this meetup is to read, discuss, and encourage each other about using these means to increase our personal cognitive function. We're interested in science based .. Objective We are interested in the techniques for increasing cognitive and emotional function and styles, especially our own. There are a number of techniques and substances identified in the scientific literature as being h …