There is a common theme behind the destruction of 80% of the world's old growth forests, global warming, our addiction to oil, and the devastation of Indigenous communities around the globe: powerful multi-national corporations seeking to maximize short-term profits while disregarding long-term consequences. Meet others who seek to save our planet through creative protest, public awareness, and non-violent direct action. Everyone is welcome -- from seasoned activists to people who just want to l …

Vegan Drinks Chicago is a group for anyone interested in socializing and networking with other vegans, vegetarians or any other like-minded individuals. We will organize free social events at bars and other venues around Chicago to allow folks to meet, mingle and network. Occasionally, we will organize fundraisers and informational gatherings to promote veganism, animal rights or any other related causes to make the world a more compassionate place!

The College of Complexes is a weekly free speech forum on social issues and current events, which meets every Saturday evening at 8:00 PM at the Lincoln Restaurant, 4008 N. Lincoln Ave, Chicago. A guest speaker makes a presentation on a topic, such as a solution to one of the world's problems, followed by questions from the audience, and then a rebuttal/remarks period in which all in attendance can speak for 5 minutes at the podium. The only rule is that we listen to only "One Fool at a Time. …

----May I invite all who can to join me and become POLAR BEARS FOR THE POLAR BEARS, at Fargo Street beach, two blocks south of Howard, every morning at seven thirty? Since autumn I have been in swimming regularly. I run in the water and dip myself and paddle madly with my hands for a minute or two. I wear old sneakers and a bathing suit. THE POLAR BEARS ARE DROWNING because they must swim longer and longer distances between ice flows as the ice cap on the Arctic Ocean melts owing the global warm …

What is permaculture?“Permaculture is a design system based on ethics and principles which can be used to establish, design, manage and improve all efforts made by individuals, households and communities towards a sustainable future.” - David Holmgren, co-creator of permaculture.The goal of permaculture is to care for the earth and each other by creating harmonious and mutually beneficial relationships through observation of and working with the existing patterns of nature. It can be applied in …

We welcome all veg*ns (vegans/vegetarians) in the greater Chicago area (and in the entire Midwest) who would like to give or receive support in their choices, whether they are based on Health, Ethical, Environmental, or Spiritual reasons. It doesn't matter if you discovered health benefits of a Vegan Raw Food diet, or chose being vegetarian/vegan because of your Animal Rights stands, or because of any other reasons. The point is that you see an advantage of the plant-based diet and wish to share …

Welcome to the largest Green/Eco-living/Sustainability/Permaculture/Environmental meetup group in Chicago area! This group is for anyone who is concerned about the environment, supports the green movement and interested in eco-friendly living. The Green Movement, Eco-Living, Permaculture, Sustainability, Environmentalism, Nature Preservation, Green Living, Conservation of Natural Resources, Holistic Living, Ecology, being Environmentally friendly, Alternative energy, Recycling, Bio-fuel & other …

Meet Chicago area people to discuss environmental issues on a global and local level. Live the Sierra Club motto "Explore, enjoy and protect the planet" by involvement in activist, social and outdoor adventures in the Chicagoland area. See our Greater Chicago Event Calendar.

We are a suburban group of experienced and wanna' be gardeners who are motivated to take on the responsibility of growing our own healthy food. Food that is free of GMO's and organic. I've started my own organic and GMO free seeds for the 2013 crop and I'm willing to share what I know.  But I also want to learn about canning and preserving, composting and better organic food growing techniques. We're building a community of urban farmers who are actively learning from each other.  We are also co …

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 …

We meet together on the North Shore to participate in intergenerational rituals, celebrations of the turning seasons, and scouting-type learning activities. We nurture our children and our family relationships by spending time in nature together. We hope to build a vibrant local community of pagans and other earth-reverent families.

This group is for people who are feeling tired and stressed and even bored and are looking to 'fill up' again, renewing their zest for life.  This is a group tries to provide activities that are healthful for the mind, body and soul.  It is my belief that one cannot achieve true health unless the mind, body and soul are taken care of. We are following Environmental Justice policy which means, all people of any race, gender, religion, nationality, age, health status, economic status, orientation …

Welcome to ChicagoVeg – Chicagoland Vegetarian, Vegan, Raw Foodist Community. ChicagoVeg is the largest Chicagoland community for vegetarians, vegans, and raw foodists to socialize and meet like-minded people. We organize a range of fun activities and educational events in the city and the suburbs. Whether you are vegan or not vegan, we welcome everyone who is interested in a vegan/vegetarian/raw lifestyle for any reason - ethical, environmental, health, or spiritual. We support a nonjudgmental …

Join our growing network of veg families who live in Chicago and the suburbs. Our community supports vegetarian and vegan families with kids. We also welcome non-veg families who are interested in the vegan/vegetarian lifestyle. Here we will build friendships, share advice and support our families' journeys! This group is meant to be a community group that can connect vegan/vegetarian families within their local neighborhoods, where members can host an event such as a local playdate.  We encour …

Ringing Anvil is a program for personal transformation and spiritual development. We host activities, gatherings, and education to help seekers learn to be better leaders, ritualists, and agents of transformation. We believe that change begins with you, and becoming a change agent means doing deeply intensive personal and spiritual work. Together, we reach for our dreams, we explore our shadows, and we connect to the divine within and without. Ringing Anvil events include monthly activities th …

The mission of the Bronzeville Institute of Technology (BIT) is to help individuals and small businesses connect with affordable technology and online resources that they can utilize to improve their lives in the areas of entrepreneurship, arts, health and wellness, education, personal finances, environmentalism, and civic participation. Our Meetups serve as a means to increase access to computers and telecommunications technology and related training. Program activities will provide technology …