Welcome to the Ex-East Coasters and Friends Meetup Group! You have found your East Coast Family! East Coasters tend to find each other and really enjoy hanging out together. It doesn't matter if you just moved here last year, or 25 years ago, we all agree, our hearts are still back east. We are quick to share our point of views, our attitude, our jokes, our favorite ethnic foods, our sport teams, the arts and literature, political interests, and travel interests. We seem to bond without effort, …

Border morris is too much fun, and just a bit dangerous--with danger increased exponentially with the addition of big sticks & alcohol (alcohol optional, big stick de rigeur). After March hits, we get busy rehearsing for upcoming gigs (our first of the year is Ojai Renaissance Festival, April 4-5), & while new dancers can come play with us during those times, we may not have much time for you--so it's always best to email first so we know you're coming, & can welcome you, warn you, or hide. …

SocialMixin.com is THE place for Orange County’s up n’ comers, established scenemakers and top professionals to gather, catch a breather from the hectic pace, chill out in a comfortable scene and enjoy a classy evening with friends - with an emphasis on good times and good conversation accompanied by good food and good drink. Our goal is to be able to spend quality time with the people we have met and want to meet, on both a professional and/or personal level. Too often we are all so extremely …

Welcome Desis and Non Desis! Meet with other local Indian Professionals to network, hike, hang out, entertain and discuss the unique perspective that belongs to business and professional people who share an Indian descent. We love and encourage culture exchange. Everyone is welcome.

Founded in December 2009 by Jamika Jermon, Young Blacks of LA celebrates the "young, gifted and black" of the LA Area with diverse weekly events (that won't break the bank). Experience local culture, networking, and substance with open-minded, educated professionals in their twenties and thirties.YBLA consists of people who want to make new friends, business connections, and are curious about the LA Area culture. Furthermore, our group welcomes people from all ethnic backgrounds, sexual orientat …

Hello, Live Music Lovers, My name is Debbie Parks. I recently took over the I Heart Music MeetUp group. Music is my life and passion! I have worked in the music industry most of my life on the business side. I currently own a music PR company called Star PR and Star PR Events. I promote and market recording artists, festivals, wine tastings with live music and nightclubs. I can often arrange for special pricing or VIP seating for members of my MeetUp groups. I usually have a couple of events a …

This group is for beautiful women inside and out who want to network, socialize, or just have some fun experiencing new things. Let's face it, meeting good-hearted women such as yourself is hard to come by when you are a busy, independent woman. So why not increase your network of friends and cross paths with us! You never know who you can learn from, or simply have a good laugh with at the next Girls Night Out! This LA based group is for dynamic women in their 20s to 40s: socialites, fashionist …

Welcome to the OC Good Life! We are glad you found us! OC Good Life is the fifth largest Meetup group in the entire country, so you have come to the right place! You only live once, and our group, of fun, friendly people whether single, married, attached, kids, pets, or not, welcome you to our group. We're lucky to live in Orange County, where we can (and will) enjoy local social activities like: Dining Wine Tasting Dancing Volleyball Hiking Museums Art Exhibits Live Music Cultural Festi …

This Taste of Downtown social club (aligned with the ‘Taste of Downtown’ initiative) is dedicated to experiencing all the wonderful elements Downtown Los Angeles has to offer. Whether you are a local, resident, commuter, visitor, or simply work downtown and want to experience a Downtown LA adventure we have an event for you. This group is for people who like to try new things, meet new people, network, make new friends, and are looking for fresh experiences with positive vibes with wonderful peo …

Join us and fun singles, parents,  and couples as we explore Special events, concerts, foodie workshops, tastings, business seminars, parent support groups, boardgame nights, meetings and other happenings Who should join? Those looking to connect with fun and friendly people. A slice of paradise for everyone. Membership is free. Fees may be associated with individual programs and events. See individual meetups for details.

We always welcome new members!! http://www.facebook.com/DiscoverLongBeach Come out and Discover Long Beach. This group is open to new and old friends. If you are new to town or just looking to rediscover Downtown Long Beach, this group is for you.  Single, in a relationship or married, we welcome everyone. What do you enjoy most about Downtown Long Beach??  What outdoor activity to you enjoy most?  What is your favorite Happy Hour? We are looking for suggestions for Meetups.  Discover Long Bea …

We Specialize in wine tours, classes, special events and tastings featuring boutique wines made primarily by African American vintners! Many of which do not offer tastings to the general public. Whether you're a wine novice or expert, join us for a fantastic evening or afternoon of music, laughter, food and, of course, amazing WINE! We have something for everyone, but no wine snobs allowed...our approach is all about allowing everyone to share and gain knowledge in a relaxed and sophisticated en …

This Group is the most UNIQUE Business Networking Meetup in Southern California because it actually COMPLIMENTS (and doesn’t compete with) all the other Business Networking Meetups. WHY WE STARTED THIS GROUP: All the other business-oriented Meetups are excellent at what they do…provide a “platform” as well as a scheduled date, time, and place for people to network.  However, WITHOUT the right tools, tactics, techniques, & strategies (on Business Networking/Word-of-Mouth Marketing)…most people m …

To promote an organized unity in the Persian Community. Encouraging all Iranian/American individuals to join-in and meet, mingle, discuss, debate, be funny, make fun of, gossip, be in vogue, be opinionated, have fun, eat, drink, sing, dance, network your business, debate, solve, dissolve, blame, cooperate, collaborate and elaborate towards a unity in our community; Of course with a touch of humor!… Open to all Farsi speaking individuals. All suggestions and recommendations towards a unified goal …

Island Bazaar is host to the most Ukulele Groups, Gatherings, and other Uke madness on the West Coast! Calling all ukulele enthusiasts, beginners, and some-timers to bring your sense of humor, your songs, and your love of making music to come on over strum away! Concerts, workshops and more all year long...a true UKULELE PARADISE! (check us out at ukuleleparadise.com)

If you met a billionaire venture capitalist, would you know what to say? What would you show that person? Luck is where preparation and opportunity meet. How well have you prepared? This group,VC Prepper, VCPreppers, or Venture Capital Preppers, how ever you like to refer to it,  conducts activities which focus on preparing people to present their ideas or existing businesses to venture capitalists. The group is inspired by the TV show, “Shark Tank,” and Morgan Spurlock’s “Failure Club” on Yahoo …

This is an event if you love to dance but not in a typical night club setting. Meet singles and business people to network with then this is the place to come and have fun, with excellent music in a beautiful setting.

We are a fun, interesting and socially active professionals enjoying each other's company in an entertaining and engaging fashion. We invite speakers, hold monthly meetings, network, meet for teas/coffee/drinks, have garden parties, schedule museums/artsy/musical excursions, invent the next gorilla start-up, or just hang out the old bohemian style, smell the roses and reminisce about the good old times. Please provide suggestions, donate a great venue for a get-together, or help me organize the …

Hey buddies, the purpose of this Meetup group is for guys who are married or have been a relationship for a while to have an awesome social circle where everybody in here can simply just “be a man” and do the things we like to do. Hanging out with our buddies and be ourselves. Don’t’ you miss those days? Remember? We used to make some real serious damage. Now, let’s go back in time, have some fun, and run away from the adulthood a little bit. What do you say? Imaging 20 and plus good friends do …

This meetup group was created by me, Rob, to try and start a band. I sing and play guitar. I have at least 30 songs written. Please be a local musician wanting to get into a band. We can have weekly meetups at local studios, to jam together. If something sounds like it's working, a band can form. I would like to find a guitarist as well. A bass player, drummer, and even a keyboardist. I'm open to varied styles music too, as long as it sounds original. some of my songs are on myspace. just go on …

I started a very successful singles group in Silicon Valley with over 2,000 members. http://www.meetup.com/lovelyhappysingles/. I want to spread the fun and happiness to LA, Orange County, San Diego and all other surrounding cities in Southern California. This is a nice group of singles who want to expand their social circle. It is where you will meet other professional, well-mannered and happy singles. We are chill, we love to laugh and have fun. We like to do activities that focus on volunte …

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It's a Meetup for people interested in Walking and Hiking,Outdoors,Movie Nights,Travel,Road trips,Singles,Southern California,Friends,Cultural Heritage,Music,Cars,Business and Social Networking. Any group is only as good as its members - be active & start suggesting new event ideas anytime & get your group event going! I'll be glad to be of any assistance required. No strangers here - just friends you haven't met before.

The Anatolian Cultures and Food Festival (www.anatolianfestival.org) is a cultural and historical event that includes exhibitions, food, art craft, performances, dances and live music activities. More than 45,000 people from United States and around the world attend the four-day event each year. The 1st Anatolian Cultures and Food Festival was held in OC Fairgrounds, the 2nd one at OC Great Park, the 3rd year, the festival came back at the OC Fairgrounds. This year again in OC Fairgrounds, the f …

This group is here to encourage, support and guide one another to our greatest goal... Getting on the radio! And why not? If we support one another who knows where we can go. Where there are numbers there is strenghth. When it's about music...I believe in me! If you feel the same way you need to join this meet-up.

Hey! This group is men and women in their 30s to mid 40s to make new friends in smaller group size social events.   Join us at dinner parties, dining events, gourmet dining out, potlucks, bowling, picnic, hiking, short hiking, movies, concerts, board games, networking professional events, photography, kayaking, dancing, salsa, happy hours, fitness, sports, tennis, cooking, camping, coffee socials, women's socials, food (yea, we like eating), wine tasting and other activities like movies. Interes …

Yes, yes y'all! We're calling out all professionals in all fields to come and join us at The Falls @ 626 S. Spring St. in Downtown LA for our monthly networking session for Hip Hop enthusiasts on Thursday, April 25 from 6:30-8:30PM. Our purpose for bringing together this group is to create a space for networking in a comfortable environment with like-minded individuals who share the values of diversity, respect, innovation, and personal and community empowerment that are embodied in the cultue o …

my group is to create / meet a community of professional gay men for social,business,travel, fitness and charity. let's take a train ride to a destination,a sightseeing walk in pasadena,a hike,volunteer at a local organization,have a movie night go wine tasting,play pool or a sport,go biking,have a pot luck,hold a business mixer,check out some music ,go to a park or museum,have a cooking night etc. If you live in Eagle Rock,San Marino,S Pasadena,DTLA ,Alhambra,Altadena,San Gabriel areas GREAT!!!