We are here to enjoy a variety of Art House, Independent and Foreign Language films that usually have smaller budgets and limited release dates. If you tire of the usual multimillion dollar Hollywood blockbuster and seek movies with a little more risk and substance? This meetup group is up your aisle. Landmark Theatres (Hillcrest Cinemas, La Jolla Village amd the Ken Cinema) are the main destinations for the events. We will mix in other locations as well including various film festivals througho …

Come share the joy of belly dancing with others in the Orange County area. If you are a new dancer, experienced dancer, teacher, musician, vendor or just a bellydance enthusiast this is the group for you! We are not affiliated with ANY Bellydance studio and/or teacher. This group is not for profit. Its for having fun and getting together to enjoy the wonderful art form we love. Our meetups consist of special events & activities, showcases, members performances, workshops & seminars, shopping exc …

This group is for women who would like to get together during the day on weekdays for fun and friendship.   On rare occasions, we'll do a weekend event.  Our activities include meeting for coffee every Tuesday, lunches, cultural activities like art festivals and exhibits, movies, wine tasting, shopping excursions and just exploring the great area we live in and making new friendships.  Our ages range from 30-somethings to 60+ - old enough and young enough to be able to mix with all ages. If you …

Do you consider yourself a Social Butterfly? Do you enjoy the nightlife? Do you love exploring culture, art, and seeing what OC and neighboring communities have to offer? You are invited to become a Socialite of Nightlife. Join other active women in your community for cocktails, conversation and friendship! This group is geared for ladies who want to connect with other like minded professional women through social and networking events such as wine tastings, dinner parties, outdoor festivals, co …

There is so much Art and Culture in Orange County and surrounding areas. This group will include a range of events from theater, lectures, museums, galleries, festivals, films, music, architecture, dance, design, restaurants, photography, and more. We celebrate artistry, creativity, and original thinking. We require a clear facial photo so our organizers can recognize you at events. If you cannot provide a facial photo, please write to me directly to explain the situation. We do allow exceptions …

Welcome~ Benevenuti! (Previously Italy Traveler) This group has been re-christened Italian Culture & Social Club. The group and it's events are open to all San Diego North County Italophiles and beyond. The group is for everyone enamored with enjoying and exploring Italy's culture, history, art, language and culinary arts while having fun with others of similar interests. Events will include playing bocce, watching Italian movies, eating Italian food (picnics, potlucks, restaurants, cooking d …

Aloha kakou! I am Leilani and I have a halau in Orange County. I teach and perform hula, and train with Loea Kawaikapuokalani Hewett, also known affectionately as "Uncle Frank". Trish, the former organizer, is my first Polynesian dance teacher from many years ago. She asked me to take over this group several weeks ago, so I am honored to host this group. This group introduces you to dance, musical events, luaus and festivals throughout Southern California. The Message Board will be a g …

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 …

This group is your resource for events that RhythmWorx hosts or participates in that are open to the public - Drum Circles, Festivals, Retreats and Other Experiences - where you can make music with others for recreation, celebration, well-being, healing, enlightenment, and more! No prior experience is necessary. Anyone can participate. RhythmWorx facilitates the sessions and provides instruments (drums and percussion instruments) for your use during the events. So . . . What is a Drum Circle? Dr …

Welcome to La Jolla Spirit! I'm inviting you to take a journey with us through this beautiful city! Our events will take place in La Jolla (La Jolla Shores, La Jolla Cove, La Jolla Village,WindanSea Beach, Birdrock and Torrey Pines). We will visit art galleries/exhibits, dine at our favorite restuarants, listen to great music, attend book signings, stroll through festivals, walk our dogs, snorkel, swim or kayak the ocean, photograph our moments, paint the sights, hike the bluffs, hang out at ha …

For those who can see, the outlines of the Universal Temple of the Lord of Love are definite and on the verge of precipitation. From the spiritual center of divine energy pours forth the inspiration bringing fresh revelation, fresh hope, and a fresh incentive towards a fuller spiritual living. From this approach the great reciprocal concepts of freedom, the dream of brotherhood, of fellowship, of world cooperation and of a peace based on right human relations is an inspired testimony. From this …

WELCOME TO UNITED LATINO PROFESSIONALS! Friends. Culture. Community. ANYONE WHO LOVES LATIN CULTURE CAN JOIN! EXPLORE THE CULTURE! MAKE NEW FRIENDS! GIVE BACK! “Si los ciudadanos practicasen entre sí la amistad, no tendrían necesidad de la justicia.” - Aristoteles ULP Vision: United Latino Professionals(ULP) will be the leading social networking group in the nation, with chapters in all major urban areas. Our activities will continue to unite people and celebrate Latino culture. ULP Mission: …

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 …

You know that indescribable feeling you get when you see a truly moving work of art? Well it's time you experienced that more often, and there's a lot of great art in San Diego! We'll be visiting art galleries, especially for exhibit openings, as well as special art events and festivals. We'll mostly focus on contemporary art. If you appreciate art and enjoy hanging out with others who do the same, join us! This is a new group, so the more the merrier - feel free to bring friends. P.S. We are no …

Looking to take your art to the next level? Do you just hate the "starving artist" mentality? Learn the nuts and bolts of making a good living as an artist, in a Supportive (and fun) Group Learning Environment, from a veteran in the art world. Whether you’re a “closet artist” ready to make the leap, or an artist who's been struggling to make a living with your art, the Emerging Artisans Network will take you through all the key ingredients to building a successful business doing what you love! T …

South Orange County Hoopers! We are a playful, co-creative hoop class/jam experience. It is our passion-filled goal to build a community that is in alignment with the timeless wisdom that each and every one of us our whole beings in possession of a unique mind, body and soul. We strive to share the myriad wonders of hoopdance in an environment that is positive, supportive, accessible and empowering! What is Hoopdance? Hoopdance is an integrative, low-impact, ever expanding form of dance coupled …

“This is a group for anyone interested in attending art exhibits, live art shows, painting parties, concerts, festivals, art meetings, art sales, gallery receptions, etc. All skills levels are welcome. I started this group because I like to connect with other art enthusiasts. Looking forward to exploring new events with everybody.”

Aloha everyone!! I just set up this Meetup Group and we'll be scheduling some super cool get-togethers for Summer - such a great way to meet like-minded people who are on the same wave length... Let's all step our of our comfort zones together and meet new people who already have common interests; so we're not trying to convince our friends or family to do things with us that they're not excited about (like I used to do)... why not make the effort to meet new kindred spirits who already have the …

This is a group for anyone interested in Botanical Gardens, Gardening, Herb Gardens (including medicinal herbs), cooking with herbs, propagating, Garden design, etc. All skills levels are welcome. I started this group to meet other outdoor enthusiasts and Garden enthusiasts. Looking forward to exploring the outdoors and building this wonderful Botanical Garden with all of you. There is lots more information about us on our web site at http://www.altavistagardens.org/

This is a group for fun women in their late 20's to mid 40's who enjoy being active and want to get out and experience new adventures! You certainly don't have to be an athlete to join, just willing & determined to try! Events include but are not limited to: Hiking, biking, indoor rock climbing, paddle boarding, horseback riding, camping, backpacking excursions, skiing / snowboarding, and from time to time we'll throw in a Happy Hour and a movie night or two along with volunteer opportunities, f …

Let's take a lunch break and look at the beauty this world has to offer. Looking for people who love Art and tea. El Paseo, Palm Springs art museum, art walks, art shows, possibly travel out of the valley for other Art Galleries or Sawdust Festivals. I do believe Art is the beauty of life! We decorate our homes with Art, we give it as gifts to those we love, we marvel at Art in our past history. So come on let's have an Art Affair!

About TZM: Founded in 2008, The Zeitgeist Movement is a Sustainability Advocacy Organization which conducts community based activism and awareness actions through a network of Global/Regional Chapters, Project Teams, Annual Events, Media and Charity Work. The Movement's principle focus includes the recognition that the majority of the social problems which plague the human species at this time are not the sole result of some institutional corruption, scarcity, a political policy, a flaw of "huma …

This is a group for moms who live in the Brea, Placentia, Fullerton, Yorba Linda areas. Welcoming all, but especially centered around toddlers age 3-4 and of course siblings. Lets get together to keep our kids active with play dates and keep ourselves sane with some mommy only time. Such as arts and crafts, play dates at parks and homes, pot lucks, community outings, Pinterest parties, holiday festivities, monthly group birthday celebrations. I encourage all to become active contributors by addi …

Orange County Ladies' Social Club The Orange County Ladies' Social Club is the perfect destination for happy, affluent, stay-at-home wives (aged 21-35) seeking to form true and lasting friendships with others. We will meet regularly for luncheons and other social outings in Orange County. What are the next steps? 1. Submit a true, recent and accurate photo of yourself and not an "avatar" (i.e. photos of flowers, animals, etc.). Our page is private, therefore, only pre-vetted members will see y …

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 …

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 …

East County Couples Connecting is a Meetup group created for married or single committed couples to meet other couples in the East County area with similar interests, and make new friendships. Maybe you are new to the area or maybe you just need new friends. How many times have you wanted another couple to go to dinner or bowling with you, go with you on a cruise or rent a cabin in the mountains for the weekend... This group was created for couples aged 40-something. We will organize functions w …