Meet other Single Parents and their children to have opportunities for friendship and emotional support. Most events will be with children and some will be adults only. Whether you're in transition or have already embraced your identity as a single…

“ I am a father of 2 teenage sons who is frustrated with the hypocrasy of the Cook County domestice relations courts. ”

“ Hi all! I am a divorced mom of 3...Kaitlyn 10, Tyler 9, and Alexis 5. I play softball a ridiculous amount (3-4 nights a week) I guess you could say it's a passion for me. I am almost done with school, I am studying Massage Therapy. Anything else? ”

“ It's been a long time since I've had to think about just me. I'm going through a separation right now and would love to talk to one whose going through the same. I have 2 dogs that I love that are filling the void but they won't be around forever. ”

“ newly separated ”

“ Well my wife filed for divorce on Feb 19 and things are just getting worse. I still live at home and we are fighting for custody of my daughter. I really could use hearing some success stories from fathers who have won a custody case. ”

“ Hi I need help starting to process of divorce. ”

“ I am a 50ish male, , have played guitar most of my life. I love music, books, coffee and conversation. I am looking for friends to enjoyon a casual basis. I am ready to rejoin the human race, and all I need is someone to trust again. ”

“ I am in the middle of my divorce from my wife of 11 years-no need to go into the details. Thought it would be helpful to meet with people with similar circumstances. ”

“ single moms, moms of grade school-middle school, mother-daughter groups with ages 8-12 ”

“ recently divorced father of three looking for other divorced parents in the area for meet and support to share experiences with. ”

“ Hello My name is Barry. I am currently going through a divorce. eek...no fun. I have a three yr. old son whom I adore. Maybe meeting you guys can help me understand how to work through this and still maintain a sense of sanity & have fun again ! ”

“ Hi! I'm Laurie and I've been divorced since October 6, 2006. I'm actually on the south side but I could not find any groups out this way. I'm getting tired of the same old activities every weekend I don't have my kids. Hope to meet some new friends. ”

“ Helo everyone, my name is Magdalena and I was married for 17 years. I have two teenage boys and I'm looking for a support group that will listen to my concerns as a single parent. I'm having a hard time dealing with my divorce. ”

“ I am an attorney at one of the premier family law firms in the Chicagoland area. I joined this group to offer advice and support regarding any issues that you have concerning your divorce. Please contact me with any questions, or just to say hello! ”

“ Hi, I'm Mike and I'm just looking to meet and network with like minded individuals ”

“ I am a 36 years old Hungarian woman. I still have an accent. Recently separated. I would like to make some new friends. ”

“ Hello to all! Im new to this and would love to meet people who are possibly going through similar situations I am. I could use as much support as possible and I would love to also give as much as possible, to help! Thanks :) ”

“ Hi, my name is Jill. I am just beginning the divorce process. I am looking forward to meeting people to share experiences and have a little fun while getting back on my feet. ”

“ I want local Single Parents Meetups because I'd like to meet other single parents in the area. ”

“ hey there....I m new here.. so lets explore.....each other......osathire@yahoo.com ”

“ Always in search of new activities and fun people. I enjoy being active in Chicago with all of the different things to do how can anyone be bored? ”

“ I would like to meet new people and create new life experiences ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I recently found these kind of groups exist and it helps for like minded people to share stories, thoughts, what works, etc. ”

“ Recently seperated from a 11 year marriage. Boy, is life tough and you don't realize that you have no divorced friends untill you find yourself here. I am looking to find people in a similar Situation.Male Female Age doesn't matter drop me a line. ”

“ Single mom of a toddler and a newborn. Go to school once a night and still trying to remain sane. Would like to meet once amonth just to get back into the scene ”

“ I really enjoy meeting new people. My favorite hobby is dancing merengue, bachata and salsa. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am interested to bring people my point of view; I often need to talk!! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am recently divorced and want to get out more. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I currently going thru a tough time at the start of the seperation there used to be a divorce group in valpariso which I was counting on but I found out it was disolved. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i would to meet other people in my situation and have some fun. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I want to meet other art enthusiasts and learn something new. ”

“ Dating 101..failed that course. I just want to really find a friend to talk to. Someone who can relate and without words can just know. I don't live near chicago but am willing to travel to just find a group of people who can relate. I guess its safe ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I would like to bounce ideas off other professionals in the area. ”

“ prefer to meet in or closer to chicago-thx ”

“ I don't like to define myself by "divorce" but it is what we've all been through. Hope to be able to make an event soon. ”

“ Hi, I am a 36 year old and am just starting the process of divorce. My husband has decided it is time to move on after almost 17 years of marriage. I have 2 great kids and hope they aren't affected by this too much. I am in a very emotional state ”

“ Hi, I am 29 yrs old and finalized my divorce 3 months ago. While my friends and family have been more than supportive, I am looking for others who have been through the same. ”

“ Hi all! I'm 32 and have been divorced just over a year. I'm new to Chicago, and excited to start the next exciting phase of my life in this great city. ”

“ My name is Miriam, 31 yrs. old, 3 yrs divorced. 2 kids who are my courage and my life. A divorce is not easy, it's like a war. After it, you don't know where you are or who you are but there's a new beginning and a new future to live. ”

“ My name is Adam and I am in the process of finalizing our divorce after 3.5 years of marriage. We filed in March of 2006 and are in the home stretch (I Hope). We have a three year old daughter who has helped me so much through this process. ”

“ HI, I am currently going through a terrible divorce but anxiously awaiting the end. There are children involved. More to tell if I ever make a night out! ”

“ Hello I'm now single after a 5 year relationship including an engagement. I would really like to meet new friends as well as someone with possibilities of a loving relationship. I'm in the technology industry and love sports, playing pool. ”

“ Hi my name is Irina I would like to join this group. I am a loan officer at Countrywide, and would like to see what I can bring to the table ”

“ Hi. I've been married for 14 years... but soon to end... I thought maybe this meetup might be a good way for me to venture out and start making new friends. ”

“ Hello I'm c, your group organizer. This group provides a great opportunity to meet other quality people. Has anyone noticed how difficult it is to have clean fun these days? The Buffalo Grove Born-again Christians Group would like to change that. ”

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“ Hi! I was married for 3 1/2 years. My divorce was final 6 months ago. Looking forward to talking with people that can relate. ”

“ My name is Lacey I live in Nebraska I'm a corrections corporal at the state penitentiary. I'm 22 and divorced,but I try not to let it get to me. I've got good friends and I enjoy hunting,painting and playing with my dog. ”