Small but welcoming community in Chicago…read more The play space is well equipped with a variety of accoutrements whether your heart desires a light spanking or full flogging. There's an entire medical play space for those seeking a cure. And the rules are pretty simple. No biosports. With the exception of blood. Check the website for events. Tours for non-members are offered regularly to check the place out.

How can there be no reviews on this group yet? How?!…read more Fine. I'll bite. I am not a member of the LRA, but I did attend one of their functions and had a seriously great time. People were friendly, and introduced me to other friendly people, who in turn got me up to speed on well...pretty much everything. It was a really good night, I have to say. The LRA are good people. If its you're scene look them up!

You'll recognize this private club's clubhouse as the place next door to the Lincoln Square Old…read moreTown School of Folk Music building with the big "Home of the Niedersachcen" sign/banner on it. So it is a private club, but they welcome newcomers who might be interested in participating or joining their club, which is comprised of German immigrants and German Americans or anybody who's interested in preserving German culture and traditions in Chicago. This in general means German holiday traditions, German Food and Drinking traditions, some German language (although not required) and German partying. And do they ever throw one hell of a party! I've been to several events here and had a fabulous time at each! The Kappenabend, or Hat night is a real hoot- everybody puts on their craziest hat and shows up and enjoys food and drink and singing German beer drinking songs. The first Saturday of every month is their open house night- a perfect time to show up and meet and drink with other German minded people. The clubhouse itself is great- like a mini German Restaurant basement bar. A beautiful mural of Hamburg is painted in one corner, a nice functional bar where various German Beers are served (and pretty cheap too!), and a small kitchen from which all manner of German food may emanate: yummy powdered sugar donuts to potato pancakes to Bratwurst- mmmm. The people I've met here have been very welcoming & friendly- and they've a great mix of stories to tell too! So of all the German-American type experiences in Chicago, a party at the Niedersachsen Club may be the closest you'll get to a little taste of Germany. Meyer deli up the street is the only other thing that comes close for me.

Was there only once for my cousin's wedding. Can't say enough great things about the club. Talk…read moreabout a hidden gem.

A beautiful country club tucked into the Edgewater neighborhood. I've been invited several times as…read morea guest for lunch or dinner and each time has been excellent. The staff is very attentive and steps in at the exact right moment. Apart from dining there is a venue for events, a few holes for golf, tennis courts, a pool, an area for bocce ball, and an ice rink. It's quite an expensive initiation fee to join, but definitely a beautiful place to be.

I've volunteered with Cradles to Crayons several times already by myself and with my kids. Their…read moremission and goals are clear and evident. They are extremely organized and can take large group of volunteers but also work with smaller ones. I highly recommend coming here as part of a group from work or even with your family especially if you have never volunteered before.

I've volunteered for countless field trips for my 3 kids over the years and Cradles to Crayons is…read moremy personal favorites. My son's class came here to help sort thru the many many bags of donations they receive. I thought the staff at Cradles to Crayons did an amazing job explaining to a group of 3rd graders how this was an opportunity to help those less fortunate and love that they also got to help with the process. We spent a few hours sorting thru piles of clothing and dividing them into different categories (winter coats, girls short sleeve shirts, skirts to name a few). The kids had a lot of fun and even got a few chuckles when they came across things like bras and thongs, which were thrown in the "recycle bin." After a few hours of work they took a tour of the amazing facility, ate lunch and the Cradles to Crayon staff wrapped it up by praising them on their hard work! My son mentioned it was a super fun day and I think he enjoyed it more than the other field trips we've taken this year (ex: Chicago History Museum). I've now been here 3 times for field trips with my kids and each time I make a note that I need to come separately of school. This time I'm determined to make the time to donate my time to this amazing organization and great excuse to clean out my closets ahead of time to make a donation!

I have been going to the Mosaic School since January 2025 and have taken 3 classes. The teachers…read moreare great, the atmosphere is welcoming, and I tell all of my friends and family about this place! Nowhere else in the U.S. is there an art school that has such a focus on mosaics. I've learned so much -- they provide the materials and the expertise. I've met some really wonderful people and friends and am already signed up for their stained glass class in September!

Just spent the most amazing weekend at the Chicago Mosaic School. I traveled over 500 miles to get…read morethere and it was well worth my time and effort. I felt the atmosphere to be warm and accepting, accommodating those with little experience and those who spend their lives being creative. It was a perfect balance of informational, historical and hands on Glass work. All my questions were thoroughly answered and I left feeling inspired and eager to utilize what I learned. I would recommend this school to any and all. An added bonus is the eclectic neighborhood, warm and charming teacher, Lydia, inclusive atmosphere and creative vibe that persisted throughout the class.

A great local Ravenswood / Lincoln Square organization helping to serve the underserved and hungry…read morein the area. By working with shipping volunteers (among others), shoppers are able to pick out food with dignity. I've only volunteered here once so far but I think they're doing some really good work. Sign up to volunteer via their website!

The Friendship Center is doing some good things for three community…read more I've always wanted to help out my neighbors by volunteering, and what a pleasure it has been to dedicate my time here. TFC treats all shoppers with dignity and respect and does it's best to provide a much-needed service to those in need. Operating in 4-hour increments, shoppers have the opportunity to pick out their choice of groceries from an assortment of items. Shopping volunteers guide them around the pantry and bag the items for the shoppers. Hot meals and delivery meals are also provided on occasion. I encourage anyone interested in volunteering to come by and help out. It could not be easier or more fun. I also encourage anyone in need to check to the website to see if they qualify.

Chicago Beer Club is FREE to join and creates tasting events at various venues in and around…read moreChicago. You get to learn about micro brews while you socialize, network and of course sip on beer! Enough said . . .see website to join for FREE