Triton Beach Volleyball Club is a group of great people committed to doing everything possible to help South Bay community members reach their individual beach volleyball goals, all while fostering fun times and lasting relationships with other local members. Through our dedicated volunteers and professional coaches, we provide a win-win environment for members of every skill level and everyone associated with our organization. In our dedication to helping each member experience the joy of achie …

If you are an illustrator looking to meet up with other artists in various places around LA for free form sketch sessions, this is the group for you. All experience levels are welcome. However, this group is especially ideal for self-taught or aspiring illustrators who are either currently taking or looking to take traditional drawing classes for learning the foundations of figure drawing, perspective and chiaroscuro. Individuals who do figure modeling professionally or who would like to open …

The Manhattan Beach Moms Group (MBMG) is specifically for stay-home or work at-home moms who can attend weekday events with their children. The purpose of MBMG is for local moms who live in Manhattan Beach to connect and build relationships for themselves and their children.  Eventually, our children will attend Manhattan Beach schools together and it will be wonderful for them to already have familiar friends. MBMG is not an email list serve or internet group, so active participation among all …

Originally called the Torrance Children’s Book Writing Group (later on shortened to Torrance Children’s Book Writers), the Children’s Book Writers of Los Angeles (CBW-LA) is a non-profit, 501(c)3 organization founded in 2010. Our primary and official website www.cbw-la.org. I would like to encourage you to sign up at www.cbw-la.org to avail of our full membership for $30/year or $50/two years. This group is run by volunteers who work for FREE. Your membership fees are meant to fund all the exp …

We are a group of vibrant, social, fun, community oriented folk on a mission to better ourselves and the world around us! Our goal is to meet new friends, explore the city we live in, and make it a little bit better. Our activities include, but are certainly not limited to: learning about different causes and how we can help, fundraising, karaoke, dancing, deep conversation, wild adventures We are based at the Church in Ocean Park at 235 Hill Street, Santa Monica. The Church in Ocean Park is …

Who WE Are: Westside/South Bay , 23-35 somethings who strive to Live well, Laugh often, Love much & have FUN! We might be professionals (semi-pros too), but we don't take ourselves too seriously. We don't spend a lot of time talking about work, politics, professional sports, college sports. Not that that stuff is bad, it’s just that there is so much more we want to squeeze out of life. What WE Do: Dinners, dance, volunteer, yoga, Music events (karaoke included), festivals, game nights, museum …

MISSION STATEMENT Women Empowered is an organization that connects, supports, and educates women of all ages and backgrounds, and inspires them to give back to their communities through mentorship, networking, and volunteerism. VALUES * Friendship * Community * Individuality * Education ABOUT US Women Empowered ("WE") is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization comprised of professional women based in Los Angeles, California and surrounding areas.  WE was founded in November 2008 and initially began …

Blessed Be! We have 2 group for all Wiccans, Pagans, Druids, and other people who have positive magickal paths ( or simply positive paths & haven't explored this kind of community yet). The 1st group below you can participate in thru meetups on this site; the other deeper group you must come to the meetups on this site & meet the organizer & participants in person --to be invited to attend:  Scroll down for info on our deeper group. There seems to be a lack of meetups on the West side of town, …

Whether you're in your 20s, 30s, 40s, or up...you can help out and make a difference. One Brick brings volunteers together to support local non-profit and community organizations by adopting an innovative twist to the volunteer experience: we create a friendly and social atmosphere around convenient volunteering, and after each volunteer event, you will have the chance to meet with your fellow volunteers to get to know each other better. If you're new in town, this is a great way to expand your …

The Beverly Hills Women's Network is the perfect destination for happy, affluent renaissance women who are focused on living their lives to the fullest and creating a relevant legacy! Renaissance: --n. a revival or rebirth, especially of culture and learning. A renewal of life, interest, or vigor. Membership Has It's Privileges. What Are The Next Steps ? 1. Submit a true, recent and accurate photo of your "human" self and not an "avatar" nor photos of flowers, animals, or the like that you feel …

LIVE, Don’t Merely Exist with other travel and volunteer enthusiasts! Passporters - LIVE, Don’t Merely Exist™ Meetup is a well organized group based out of Los Angeles. Our emphasis is giving back and experiencing life to the fullest. We do this by hosting a monthly food drive, local cultural trips, and participating in a wide range of volunteer events. We also travel to a foreign country at least once per year, via our annual Passporters Expedition, to volunteer and to immerse ourselves in it …

We are a diverse group of flag football fanatics. We welcome novice & experienced adult players of all ages. Our motto is safety first, then sportsmanship, fun, exercise, & competition. Come make new friends, have fun, and get great exercise at the beach. No fees or donations required! FREE Gatorade & energy bars. We use high quality flags. Our wrist coaches help novices catch on quickly and simulate a real NFL game because we use real NFL plays.  Our rules GUARANTEE that men & women receive the …

We Silicon Beachers do a lot of things really well. We can code, sell, develop and pitch. We're generally pretty good at partying too. Another thing that I'm sure we could be really good at is making our corner of the world a better place. Our purpose is to bring the Silicon Beach community together to do some good ol' volunteering and community service around the neighborhood... And to share a drink or two afterwards. We gladly welcome suggestions from our members for other opportunities where …

The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network is a nationwide network of people dedicating to working together to advance research, support patients and create hope for those affected by pancreatic cancer. Save the Date:  PurpleStride Los Angeles Saturday, May 12, 2012 If you are interested in volunteering, please contact DeAnna for more information! dfederico@pancanvolunteer.org

We are trendsetting, fun and positive women in our 20's, 30's, and 40's exploring and loving all that Los Angeles has to offer; all while consciously giving back to charities we believe in, such as the Teen L.U.V.E. Foundation. *The Teen L.U.V.E. Foundation, is a non-profit 501 (c) (3), that offers mentoring and workshops for at-risk teen boys and girls, ages 13-17. Are you looking to: *Meet like-minded positive women? *Network for business and/or new friendships? *Try something new in 2013 …

About Our objective is to help writers improve their craft via script development, mentoring, and career counseling services to obtain representation, sell, or option their work; and/or land a writing assignment. Writers helping Writers since 1986.MissionThe Scriptwriters Network serves its members by enhancing their awareness of the realities of the business, providing access and opportunity through alliances with industry professionals, and furthering the cause and quality of writing in the en …

I'm No Bully! is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving as activists in the prevention of bullying and raising worldwide awareness to the short and long-term effects of children being bullied. We put together events to raise money for families who have children who have committed suicide from being bullied and to donate to schools to implement anti-bullying programs

Hey folks thanks for visiting our group site. This group will be monitored and perhaps a little restrictive to make sure we achieve our goals. Hopefully, once in the group, our members will have a predictable level of game and competition. This group will be monitored by volunteers to achieve our 3 major goals. 1. Making sure all players in a meetup are of similar level (2.5, 3.0. 3.5, and 4.0 level). It is no fun for beginners getting disparaged by advanced players or for advanced players not b …

Do you want to raise your children to be kind to animals?  Would your younger child enjoy playing at the playground with other kids their age, while at the same time getting to pet some friendly, sociable bunnies and talk with trained big-kid volunteers about the best ways to be kind and compassionate to pets and other animals?  Or would your older child like to talk with us about how to get started towards a career in veterinary medicine or animal welfare?  Then this is the meet-up group for yo …

If you are a Radiologist, Radiologic Technologist (diagnostic Technologist, Ultrasound Technologist, MRI Technologist, Specials Technologist, Nuclear Medicine Technologist) or Educator this organization is designed especially for you. This organization was created to bring together imaging professionals throughout the greater Los Angeles area. We will be focusing on networking, outreach and volunteering. These efforts will be designed and calendared based on the feedback of members. This will be …

Calling all Hairfairies, lets work together to bring Hair Donors to the people who need hair! If you have clients who have hair to cut we have a product to pass along to people who need it. Locks of Love has done a great job with wigmaking and world wide donations for survivors. we want to do the same. our local group of hairdressers, gathers 2-9 inch hair of any kind to be used in a hair enhancement processes. together we will learn techniques that will bring dignity to our customers who could …

Welcome to Coastal LA Singles! We are a diverse group of men and women from various parts of the coastal LA region (South Bay, Long Beach) who love to share our passion in serving the poor, in giving back to the community and in creating new friendships by sharing our transformed lives with the people we meet. We organize events such as feeding the homeless and serve the community by volunteering wherever there is a need like at the VA hospital, in rescue missions, women's shelters and foster ki …

Westside Young Professionals & Adventurous Spirits Unite (Late 20s - 40)! *Events & Activities will include restaurants, concerts, bars/lounges, volunteering, athletic activites, the outdoors, and various events around LA! Majority of events will take place on the Westside but will be open to exploring other parts of LA as well.* Please feel free to suggest meetup ideas so we can keep this group active and fun! :-) XO, Suzy

Hello! This group was created as a way for women to meet other women in the area who want to build meaningful friendships. The main focuses of this group are: 1) Friendship ~ getting to know each other, having meaningful conversations, praying together, sharing our stories and our goals, helping each other when times are hard, celebrating with each other when times are good 2) Personal and Spiritual Growth ~ learning about and using the Bible as a guide for our lives, growing close to God and le …

Are you interested in changing education in LA? Join Educade, a community branch of GameDesk and explore themes of games, play, and making. We’re working with schools and community groups to broaden the cultural conversation around education. So whether you’re an innovator or disruptor, attend, volunteer, and add your voice to Educade LA!

Team Challenge is the endurance and fundraising program for the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA). Join Team Challenge as we train for the 13.1 Chicago Half Marathon, Kona Half Marathon or the Napa to Sonoma Half Marathon. Enjoy the benefits of training locally with a team, personal professional coaching, and supporting CCFA.

Calling all animal lovers and do-gooders. The South Los Angeles Animal Shelter needs you! Here you will find the sweetest, loveliest animals in the world. Unfortunately, due to budget cuts and very few volunteers, the dogs are NEVER walked. Once or twice per week, we'll go down to the shelter, give them love, give them exercise and hopefully find them homes. We can do fundraisers, host parties, and do adoptions. Volunteering there has made such a difference in my life, I'm sure it can do the sam …

This is Miss Asia USA's 25the year. In 2013 we are utilizing social media to expand our reach and influence our growing Asian Communities in Southern California. The Asian Communities are a huge economic force and growth in population in the last few years will soon surpass other population groups. Miss Asia USA is but a few pageants that are cross cultural, although the Asian part of the name may imply only Asian countries, it includes all of Asia, including Siberia, Russia, Iran, Turkey , et …