I decided to start this group because I love drumming, playing drums, teaching drumming and all things drummy (especially with the West African djembe drum).

Do you enjoy events featuring the richness of African American culture in all forms including plays, parties, shows, festivals, classes and more? If so this is the perfect group for you. We are dedicated to meeting new people and supporting african american events and venues particularly in Chicago and in the South Suburban area. We are seeking active members who will attend 80% of the scheduled events. We strongly discourage no shows (i.e. saying that you will attend a scheduled event but faili …

Thank you for your interest in Sassy Mahogany Wives Foundation. Sassy Mahogany Wives Foundation, Inc., NFP is a mentoring program which aims to empower African American girls ages 11-17 in our community to make positive life choices that enable them to maximize their potential. The mentoring program utilizes married African American women to commit to supporting, guiding and being a friend to a young person for a period of at least one year. This meet-up platform is for the mentors/wives only …

Angry Black Women Poem By L. Aaron As much as I hate to say it and add fuel to the flames that singes away at the souls of a race of beautiful women. I must confess that I am an angry black woman. She and I are one in the same and yet one of many. I accept this title with acknowledgement and realization that it does not define me and the essence of my being. It is not the single most relevant characteristic of who I am as a woman of African decent. It is however an identifying emotion of my lif …

This class began in 1999. It is specifically designed for anyone curious about rhythm. While focused on traditional West African rhythms, it expands to include students general rhythmic interests. Experience what a rhythmic family and community can offer. Come check it out for free. No experience necessary.

… This is an active group of Young African American women looking for true friendship. This is for Mature young women wanting to bond with other young black women.  We do our best to make every young lady feel Welcomed  and hoping the group will remain very  ACTIVE and involved.  Let us kill the stereo type that black women are angry, bitter, jealous, unhappy and drama filled. Chicago is such a big city, we can find so many things to do outside the club scene. We will do dinner, movies, plays, hav …

… Some of the various sounds will come from Native American flutes, Australian didgeridoos, Arab hand drums & ouds, harmonicas, Celtic fiddles & whistles, guitars, electronic beats, Indian tablas, tanpuras, and African drums of all sorts. We will also collaborate with a Kirtan (Devotional Chanting to Indian deities) group in the city and create smooth fusions in powerful meditative states. As we approach the Golden Age of truth, we will come together to awaken our minds and spirits by activating …

… Thank you for visiting our page.....the mission of MOCHA SISTERS is to unite African American women for the purpose of sisterhood and encourgement. Many professional women find themselves searching for other like-minded individuals who enjoy the same outings, and festivities...With Mocha Sisters, we have a forum to unite and enjoy the company and energy of the other.....Welcome, we do hope you will grace us with your presence!  (Original Organizer)   As Mocha Beauties...We are Ageless and know t …

The purpose of this group is to educate African American Women on the importance of caring for your skin and hair naturally. If you aspire to live a life of wellness and desire to learn more about taking care of your natural hair and skin you should attend these informational seminar. We welcome all women with all hair types including those who with relaxers, weaves. Or if you are transitioning to natural hair.

Learn and develop traditional djembe technique, rhythms and drum songs. All skill levels are welcomed.

This group is specifically for single African-American and Latino professionals interested in meeting other like-minded professionals for the purpose of finding love! This group is owned and operated by matchmaking agency, Shawn Mackenzi Agency. We all know how difficult it is to find honest, intelligent, and driven people in Chicago. This group will take away some of that hardship. Each month, this group will hold a networking event at one of Chicago premiere restaurants. We will eat, we will l …

In this meetup you will learn how to Belly Dance the way people who have grown up in the Middle East learned - by seeing it and being immersed in it. This is a revolutionary new way to learn how to dance - and it makes sense, right?! If you're into learning all the precise muscle contractions needed for each move and want to memorize the counts for each step - this class isn't for you. The main focus of this class is FUN. But you will learn - a lot - in an awesome and fun way. There will be no b …

This group was formed to bring together Chicago area undergraduate students of color for fun ,interesting activities and events & networking. All mature undergrads 18+ are welcome. We are always open to new ideas!

Meetup group dedicated to african american poets and those who love poetry. The group will meet up to share our own poetry among each other and to attend local open mics and poetry events in Chicago and the south suburban area. We will also host several spoken word events.

Are you a Focused. Aspiring. Belle. writing in Chicago? This group is for women looking for writing support & positive critique while working on novels, plays, & short-stories of all genres.

The Chicago Black Professionals Meetup is a group primarily made up of men and women over the age of 21 here in the Chicago area whom share an interest in ethnic heritages rooted in the African diaspora. We come from broadly diverse educational, professional, and social backgrounds, but we have a common interest: to come together for social networking. We strive to promote social connections between our members, and to promote a healthy and free exchange of information and ideas between the memb …