How lucky we are to live in a city of so many wonderful museums--world renown museums for art like The Getty Center, LACMA, Norton Simon and the Hammer; small eclectic ones such as the Neon Museum; profound ones such as The Museum of Tolerance, and a museum where your imagination can soar--the Museum of Flying at the Santa Monica Airport. If you are curious and would like to explore the wonders to be found at L.A. museums, please join us.  We don't have to see everything or spend all day. We can …

Creative Arts Center for Spiritual Living (CACSL) is one of the many Centers for Spiritual Living around the world. Founded by Ernest Holmes, our teaching, the Science of Mind, is both a philosophy and a way of life as taught in “The Secret” and by people such as Wayne Dyer, Eckhart Tolle, Marianne Williamson, Michael Beckwith, Louise Hay and Deepak Chopra. It is based on proven metaphysical laws. Providing Spiritual Tools Applying this teaching every day, and practicing it in every aspect of li …

BE|MMA was started because we found it very intimidating to step into the world of mixed martial arts. This group creates a fun and safe environment for people to learn and appreciate MMA. This group will have MMA training every week and special meetups to watch big fights together. Whether you want to get your feet wet and compete in MMA or just learn and have fun with fans of MMA; everyone is invited to be part of our BE|MMA family. Anyone one from 6 year olds to 90 year olds, male or female, …

Welcome to the OC Glamour & Boudoir Photographers group. We gather to assert our style and demonstrate that every person can look beautiful. Join our group and participate in our discussions, meetups, workshops and other events we host at Farm 39 Studio in Huntington Beach. Founded by Sal W. Hanna of www.proimagetalent.com in 2011 to promote the art of glamour photography. Sal is rated as one of the Best Glamour Photographer's in Orange County.

This is a private group and membership is by invitation only. To be considered for this group, you must first join us at Urban Adventures. http://www.meetup.com/UrbanAdventures/ Members of this group are expected to be experienced, safe yet intrepid urban explorers. Members will also be expected to suggest new locations and lead trips from time to time. This group is intended as a UE community with initiative and information being shared by all members as opposed to members just waiting …

We are a group of open minded, adventurous women of all orientations who are sex positive, love performance art, pole dancing and living on the edge. Our ALL-WOMEN meetups bring us out to local strip clubs, burlesque shows, drag shows and BDSM clubs to mingle and enjoy the entertainment!  We also host quarterly meetups at our home (where we have a pole) for potluck/wine socials. Perhaps you work in the adult/entertainment industry.  Maybe you're taking pole classes. Maybe you just love all thing …

Hello Filmmakers, This meetup is about making films. We will mainly focus on shooting scenes andshorts in class for the purpose of finishing work as part of our curriculum.We will cover the basics of lighting, camera handling and shooting, scene scripts and screenwriting, acting and continuity, shot list and frame selection, acting basics and editing, among others.This is for beginning filmmakers so that they can workshop all theaspects of filmmaking using the equipment (lights, camera, boom mi …

Finally! You have found a group of people just like you who want to study Improv in a fun and social community. You will learn from award-winning teachers like Bill Chott (SNL, The Ringer, Disney's Wizards of Waverly Place). We are a fun and safe environment where you can learn for the first time, or refresh your skills. Improv is for everybody. Now you can learn the skills that help actors, business professionals, public speakers and artists. Take a free improv class and find out if your'e read …

You have found the place to train in the Russian Martial Art, Systema in Los Angeles.  If you are ever curious or wanted to train in this highly effective art this is your opportunity to come and train with us.  Our class has been around since 2003, headed by a renowned Systema instructor, Martin Wheeler. The class offers a unique outdoor training in martial arts of all aspects.  Our focus is not on a small world of competitions with rules but an infinite world of reality where anything can happ …

Viewpoints Magic found HERE! This group is for Viewpoints practitioners who LOVE finding truth and freedom in the Present Moment. We practice the 9 Viewpoints (an acting methodology developed from modern dance) that ground and inspire us to achieve honest moment-to-moment discoveries in both LIFE and ART!

We, the Long Beach Light Tribe are an organization founded on the conviction that Consciousness of our Higher Self is pertinent to create and share peace, joy, balance, bliss and harmony throughout our community and environment. We stand with the mission and strong set of values based in love and compassion to continue growing spiritually as individuals and collectively in patience and humility, to therefore convey love and consciousness through various mediums and skills. Such mediums and skill …

Understanding Principles for Better Living Church was founded by Actor, Author, Minister and Singer Della Reese and is a new thought metaphysically bible based ministry filled with talented actors, film producers, producers, writers and various talented people who make up the Hollywood creative community and share how others can make it in "the biz."

Welcome to Esencia Flamenca Dance Company's Meetup Group!  Esencia Flamenca Dance is a dance company based in Long Beach, California, founded by Sarah Parra .  Our mission is to enrich the lives of southern Californians by exposing them to the art of flamenco.  We have performances at local venues, hold dance classes on a weekly basis, and notify the community of all kinds of live flamenco performances and opportunities.  If you love flamenco and would like to be involved on any level - you need …

You have just found a one stop shop in photography. This group is for photographers who are starting out or have been shooting for years. We will help you build you portfolio that gears toward your style of shooting. We will have different themes and model on every shoot. So why here..????? Here, you get to shoot with lots of hot and beautiful models who are known in the industry. Here, you will learn and collaborate to build a portfolio that you want. Here, you will learn the standards of Light …

"There is no greater joy in life than the conviction that we are loved." - Goethe Weather you have already found your soul-mate, or want to attract the right relationship into your life, this poetry writing group will help you grow, create, improve, and attract more love into your life. Join Award Winning Poet, Tresha Faye Haefner in a small group setting to learn techniques for finding and creating more love in your life by writing and sharing poetry. This is a super supportive environment, wit …

The art of ninjutsu or art of ninja,known in some parts of the world as "the most devastating martial art on earth" ,incorporates the best combat techniques developed arround the planet and synthesizes ways of defense unparalleled in eficiency and ferocity. "DUX RYU NINJUTSU" ,Is the first Americanized sistem of ninjutsu.Founded in 1980 by "Hanshi Frank W Dux" (main caracter of the movie Blood sport),And heir to a Koga Yamabushi ninjutsu's tradition,thanks to his late teacher "Shidoshi" senzo "t …

Our concept is based around one idea: To help women who have have found hardships along their path such as unemployment due to the recession, who are older and have aged out of their professions, who can no longer work due to illness, or women who thrive when they are involved socially with other women. Is this you? We would like to have you work with us to create hand crocheted baby blankets using modern colors & designs. I am looking for women who have a love for crochet. Ladies or gentlemen w …

Paint Dancing is a new venue created solely for the purpose of openly expressing yourself for fun in 2 different mediums - AT ONCE! That's Right! PAINTING and DANCING (at the same time) in private art studios around the Los Angeles area while helping support your local food banks. Watch some of our crazy Paint Dancing videos on YouTube! http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=DF09B34FE51B3199 We will supply non-toxic paint, brushed and paper! All you need is your paint clothes (and shoes) …

Following the tradition of Gurdjieff, Ouspensky and Collin, The Academy of European Arts and Culture is a global school committed to the process of Awakening the Soul. Founded by the late Irish Philosopher, Mervyn Brady, the Academy has taught hundreds of people the fundamentals of a deeper understanding of one's interior world. As we study the work of philosophers, artists, mystics, theologians and scientists throughout the centuries, we gain practical tools to live an enriched life. During our …

THIS MEETUP IS CLOSED. WE HAVE MERGED WITH THE LA FILM & TV MEETUP AT www.meetup.com/indiefilm-169/. PLEASE JOIN US! The AWARD-WINNING Hollywood Networking Breakfast was founded on the Paramount Studios Lot by Sandra Lord in 1993 as a means to providing networking, employment and opportunities of access for industry professionals and aspirants. We serve a diverse, multicultural constituency. Voted the "Best Networking Event in L.A." by Backstage in its "Best of L.A." issue, the breakfast has pr …

I created this group because I made a commitment to myself and my creator to serve more than I receive. At the same time, I want to train people, in a fun group fitness setting, to implement the natural laws and processes for success that I have been learning and teaching for the past 20 years. In this group, you will participate in powerful physical training and/or meditative sessions, social events or seminar presentations to jump start permanent, positive change in your world. I am Southern C …

From the long lost Creator of Dive Bar Adventures, Social Detective Agency and Champagne Campers... The Re-Opening of Los Angeles's Largest Urban Culture Meetup group... Yea, I'm BAAAAACK!!! Meet others who lack true refinement, lack a regal heritage, and lack a superior attitude towards all live cultural events. Yet live to experience live theater of all sorts, art galleries, dance troupes, and exotic nightlife. Culture is absorbed by bliss-full ignorance of any stuffy erudite concepts or serio …

-This group is to promote the Pekiti Tirsia System of Kali- Watch this overview of PTK-http://youtu.be/dTGRe4KDp58 Pekiti Tirsia Kali facts: -Pekiti Tirsia Kali is one of the oldest family martial arts systems in the world -Founded in 1897, PTK is the only FMA system recognized by the Republic of the Philippines as having a centennial -PTK is a complete system covering blade/impact weapons, empty hands, grappling and firearms -PTK is the current blade system used by the Force Recon Marines a …

We have numerous music events to enjoy both as a performer and an audience member! By way of music performances to attend, we have many throughout the year. PUC's musicians, choirs and ensembles maintain rigorous performance schedules year round. The department is devoted to the study and practice of music, and exists to provide a first-rate music education that gives students advanced skills and knowledge of music history, repertory, and performance. PUC is known for its exceptional music depar …

Greetings! Welcome to Westside Geeks & Nerds! "Westside Geeks & Nerds Logo" - Allyson N. Jason © 2013 Group colors: Green, blue, and black Come join us and get together with other nerds, geeks, and dorks who meet up doing engaging and stimulating things mostly at locations all around the westside of LA proper. Some of the most popular events, among newbies & regulars alike, are: Game Fest & Potluck - monthly gaming & potluck extravaganza The Geeky Salon - monthly gatherings of deep discussion …

There are countless thousands of bisexuals in LA, but that fact alone has never brought us visibility or respect. The only way we will ever earn those things is if we have a community presence.  If you want to do your part - merely by coming out and having fun - then join us! amBi is not just another meetup group that offers fun events. While we get to explore Southern California and enjoy ourselves, we also have a higher purpose. amBi's mission is nothing less than to build a vibrant and visib …

Can we STOP with the "everything else" dating clubs, disguised as networking, hiking, biking, slushy-making and whatever else, and get down to business! EVERY SECOND SATURDAY!!! You're looking for someone to hold you at night, and still be there in the morning, PERIOD! Sometimes we just look for love in all the wrong places. I've found that if we can connect in the Arts, we potentially can connect on all other levels. EVERY SECOND SATURDAY!!! R&B is smooth, sexy, artistic, and confident. Poetry …

Meet other local progressive Muslims and get together in an open, compassionate and non-judgmental environment. We welcome new Muslims, old Muslims, LGBTQ Muslims, and Muslims in mixed-faith relationships. Our goal is to build a community in Los Angeles based on the core Islamic values of compassion, equality, social justice, and human rights. A place where you can be Muslim and be yourself! This Los Angeles progressive Muslim Meetup is the founding community of Muslims for Progressive Values, a …