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 …

This group is about fun events and making new single friends of all ages...19 to 91. Events will include dances, retreats, business networking, karaoke, speedy introductions, movies, hiking, theater, music, dining, socializing, living life, having fun and finding a group of people that want to enjoy those things too. Please let us know if you would like to suggest and host an event.

Revision 825 -2010.09.11pst1251: Short group URL http://Meetup.com/u/v7x (for twitter, etc): L6CBY8: * = While the founders & leaders of this group are Unitarian Universalists(UU) and this group is done in the spirit of UU (minus the politics), the names “Unitarian Universalist” and “Unitarian Universalism” and “UU” are not owned by this group and while this group would like to be endorsed by the name owners, in the meantime this group runs independently and by its own funding and no offi …

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 …

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! Our group of fun, friendly people, whether single, married, attached, kids, pets, or not, will welcome you. 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 Festivals Karaoke …

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 …

Welcome to Southern California's Only Eco-friendly Open Air Market & Holistic Fair! Current status of OCGM - on hiatus for now until I have time again to spend building it up again. The IVC location didn't work out as I'd hoped. My new vision is for OC Green Market is to operate every 3 months in different cities around Orange County. It'll be kind of like a gypsy traveling mini eco-festival and market with music, performances, activities, kid's crafts and more. I'm hoping to re-open this year b …

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 is a group designed for couples who have recently moved to Orange County (within the past 5-7 years) and/or for those who would like to get to know more people in the area - couples who like meeting other couples with common interests - sharing fun times, exploring new places and making lasting friendships! What are we about This is a group of interesting, open-minded and friendly couples in their 30s/40s/50s, who are genuinely interested in getting to know other people after moving to one …

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)

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.

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 …

This group is for anyone that would like to: Meet new people | Make new friends | Build a relationship | Learn & Share Lets help each other grow. I've included topics and ideas that I believe will promote growth. From Dating and relationships to Conversations and Music. I just want to grow as a human. In all aspects of my life. Please respect everyone and do not push any organization or religion too much. I want this group to be for those limitless to societies conditions and norms. But, I am …

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.