The After Swipe: Unofficial Therapy: Wine, Laughs & Dating App Disasters
Come join us for a night of wine, laughs, and sharing your hilarious dating app disasters at The After Swipe: Unofficial Therapy event!
Date and time
Location
Federales Tacos & Tequila - Fulton Market, Chicago
180 North Morgan Street Chicago, IL 60607Good to know
Highlights
- 2 hours
- Ages 21+
- In person
- Doors at 6:45 PM
Refund Policy
About this event
The After Swipe: Unofficial Therapy: Wine, Laughs & Dating App Disasters
Hello Fellow Swipers! 💕
Modern dating is wild.
Thank goodness you don’t have to do it alone. The After Swipeis your space to swap swipe sagas, laugh about the disasters, and find solidarity with women who truly get it. Whether you’re swiping right, left, or just swiping away tears from a heartbreak, this is where we chat about it all. From those “Did that just happen?” app encounters to deeper conversations about communication, respect, and connection—we’ve got your back.This isn’t just another meetup—it’s a sisterhood. We’re creating a safe, judgment-free space for women 40+ to come together, share experiences, and discover that the rollercoaster of dating doesn’t have to be ridden alone. Our evenings will be filled with a mix of humor, empathy, and practical support, because sometimes you need to vent, sometimes you need advice, and sometimes you just need to raise a glass and laugh about it all.
A Little About Me
I’m Christi, and I just moved to Chicago after living in Florida, originally from Cincinnati. I recently ended a 2.5-year relationship with an international pilot (get ready for crazy town), and like many of you, I know firsthand how confusing, frustrating, and sometimes hilarious modern dating can be. By day, I work in AI/tech and event leadership, but this group is deeply personal for me. I wanted to create a space where women over 40 could come together, share real experiences, and feel supported as we navigate the ups, downs, and sideways swipes of dating apps.
We’ll dive into everything from swipe fatigue and ghosting to figuring out what we really want at this stage of life. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by misleading profiles, disrespectful behavior, or just the sheer chaos of dating apps, you’ll find relief, camaraderie, and new confidence here.
Who this is for:Professional women, women rediscovering dating after long relationships, women seeking friendship and support, and anyone over 40 navigating the brave new world of swipes.
What to expect:
- Open conversations that blend honesty with humor.
- A supportive circle where experiences are validated (and occasionally roasted, in good fun).
- Practical tips for spotting red flags, setting boundaries, and rewriting the rules of dating with confidence.
- New friendships, networking, and the relief of realizing you’re not the only one asking, “Did that just happen?”
We’ll laugh, we’ll learn, and we’ll remind each other that our stories—no matter how messy—are part of something bigger: a community of women rewriting what dating after 40 looks like.
We’ll Cover:Swipe Stories & Wine – swap the best (and worst) tales from dating apps over a glass (or two).The Ghosting Olympics – laugh (and commiserate) about the times someone disappeared faster than Houdini.Red Flags, Green Flags & “Did I Miss That Sign?” – decoding the mysteries of modern dating signals.First Date Disasters – the good, the bad, and the “wait, did that really happen?” moments.Rewriting the Rules After 40 – how we’re dating differently, with more confidence (and a lot less nonsense).
So bring your best swipe tales, your sense of humor, and your favorite cocktail order. Together, we’ll turn dating disasters into connection, laughter, and maybe even a new way forward.Your fellow swiper, Christi Mitchell
Frequently asked questions
This group is for women only, either age 35+ or anyone who has real-world experience with dating and wants a supportive space to talk about it.
Not at all. Sharing is encouraged, but never required. You’re welcome to listen, laugh, and join in however you feel comfortable.
Nope. The After Swipe is not a matchmaking or dating service. It’s a supportive community where women can connect, laugh about the disasters, and find strength in shared experiences.
Expect open conversations, group discussions, and plenty of laughs. We’ll cover themes like ghosting, first-date fails, red flags, and rewriting the rules of dating—all with a glass in hand if you’d like. Think happy hour therapy meets sisterhood.
Not at all. Many of our members have been on the apps, but others are navigating dating in different ways. If you’ve got experience (or scars) from modern dating, you’ll fit right in.
Most events are held at restaurants or bars with menus available. Drinks and food are not included unless noted otherwise, but feel free to order your favorites while we chat.
You can absolutely bring a friend, as long as she meets the group criteria. This community is about building connections, so don’t be shy if you’re coming solo we’ve got you covered.
This isn’t just venting, t’s a mix of humor, empathy, and practical support. You’ll leave each meetup feeling lighter, heard, and connected to women who truly understand the rollercoaster of modern dating.