We believe art is a reflection of life and by engaging in cinematic art we are able to learn more about what specific films are telling us about the human condition. We are a very diverse group who gets together once a month to watch a film (somewhere in between a Hollywood Blockbuster and Indie Art House), then discuss it afterwards. We look for plot, theme, character development, screenwriting, cinematography, and use these things are starting points for discussion. If you enjoy watching movie …

Just get in the Vortex! Come meet and attract like minded people who are interested in the teachings of Abraham as communicated by Jerry and Esther Hicks. This group is for people who are actively working with the Abraham-Hicks material. If you’re not a serious student of Abraham yet, we suggest that you read the books, watch the YouTube videos, listen to the CDs. We’re open to other teachers/teachings and spiritual traditions and it’s okay if those topics come up but our main focus is Abraham. …

Internationally-respected Trance Medium, Voxx will be hosting a series of Séances and Trance Sessions to enable members to communicate with the spirits of their loved ones. We will also be contacting the spirits of important deceased world leaders and teachers for guidance. (Voxx is featured in the best-selling book, "The 100 Top Psychics in America").

JUNE BOOK! "And the Mountains Echoed" by Khaled Hosseini BESTSELLERS BOOK CLUB Books are Best Shared! Weekday Evening Meetups, once a month, 6pm- 8:15pm * Restaurant Venue * Theme-based Selections * Members Lead the Discussions * Consistent Attendance Required (Four Consecutive Missed Meetups Equals Cancellation of Membership). You must be a positive and kind team-player who will be willing to get involved and take part in ensuring the success of our club. No Curmudgeons & Faultfinders, Flakes, …

This is a book club for anyone interested in Buddhism and/or philosophy of life. We will be reading and discussing books such as The Living Buddha, Buddhism the First Millenium, Unlocking the Mysteries of Birth and death etc...Daisaku Ikeda is a Buddhist leader, peacebuilder, a prolific writer, poet, educator and founder of a number of cultural, educational and peace research institutions around the world. As third president of the Soka Gakkai (value-creating society) and founder of the Soka Gak …

"Big Tent" liberty associations are fantastic and serve a very important functions or networking and education.  However, The Society of Libertarian Entrepreneurs has been specifically created, not as an educational group, but as a haven for those rare people who are well educated in libertarian philosophy and passionate about thriving in a peaceful and productive manner.  In the end, the material and spiritual success of Libertarian Entrepreneurs is the most potent form of education - leading b …

Does your current life feel like one chapter in the Book of your Soul? Would you like to learn more about living this life from your Soul's perspective? If so, you're not alone!  As we ease into 2012, more people than ever before are being "called" to consciously evolve, express their Souls in this lifetime, and also to work directly with the Akashic Records for themselves &/or others as well as for our collective evolution. As a Certified Akashic Records Teacher and life-long Soul Seeker, I'm …

What could your life be like tomorrow if you took a Leap of Faith today? Could you use exhilarating experiences, support and inspiration to build more courage to take a Leap of Faith -- personal, professional or relational? If so, you're not alone! Creating breakthroughs, fulfilling dreams or surviving life-challenges -- which we call Leaps of Faith -- takes support, practice and inspiration.  It helps to have like-minded friends to cheer you on. Stretching our comfort zones and building conf …

The History of Los Angeles Group is a brand new group for anyone interested in learning about and discussing our city's past. Meetups include book discussions, tours, films, lectures, or any other events around town involving the history of L.A.

Ukulele Players Unite! We have workshops, classes and concerts around Los Angeles. Led by Ukulele Bartt Warburton, we are the ultimate! Go to Bartt.net for free charts, lessons, and tons of stuff. Videos from Ukefests worldwide, and pretty much everything an ukulele player could want. You can also preview Bartt's instructional DVDs, books, and e-books. Of course you can also listen to Bartt's music. You can e-mail Bartt at UkuleleBartt@aol.com

We are a large and ever expanding group of dads looking for others to spend time hanging out. Hikes, playdates, parks, Dad's nights, food and movies. We have a huge slate of regular events and an ever expanding list of "off the books" get togethers for those who are interested. We look forward to meeting you and your families. Don't worry, we don't bite, hard.

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Origami enthusiasts unite: this group allows those to enjoy origami folding to share techniques and models, books and website links and teach others in group folding sessions.

I know I can't be the only 50 year old woman in Burbank who has let herself go a little bit. I have shed a man and a lot of old skin and I need some fresh air! I want to start moving again. I'm looking for some other women who have lived, loved, and are showing a bit of wear. Let's get it together, whatever that means. Let's jog, share some books, expose ourselves to some of the wonderful culture available in this metropolis. I'm open to ideas, anything to get the juices going. Let's be creative …

The DIY meetup is all about establishing a business of your own and learning the next steps. Founded by the DIY Convention: Do it Yourself in Film, Music & Books, the group has expanded its reach to inventions, energy and beyond. Join us as we explain, expand and endure in carving a niche in the ever-volatile economy.

Have you ever felt like making a big change in your life that will propel you on the way to success, but didn’t have a clue where to begin or what to do? Have you ever felt like you can do so much more but got stuck & never began? Have you ever felt like you lost an amazing opportunity because of lack of courage to act in the right moment? Have you ever felt unappreciated and wished that the others saw your true value, value which you DO possess? Have you ever dreamed of having a better life, a …

Nick’s photography workshops will give every photographer, from those just starting out to professionals, the opportunity to take their camera skills to the next level. Understanding light, improving your shooting skills and learning the secrets of exposure and composition are all techniques covered on your workshop. The end result is a wonderful portfolio of pictures, the knowledge and skill to recreate them with confidence. About Nick Stern. Nick Stern is an internationally acclaimed News and …

This is a monthly poetry OPEN MIC event hosted by Alex M. Frankel. There are two or three featured poets in addition to the open mic participants. We are located at the historic Valentina Oumansky Dramatic Dance Foundation, 3433 Cahuenga Blvd West in Los Angeles, near Universal Studios. After the reading poets sign copies of their books. This event is a must for anyone in the San Gabriel Valley (or beyond) interested in listening to poetry and sharing their work! We are there every second Sunday …

The standard for men has been set too low. We’ve seen the lowest common denominator win the cover stories for decades. We feel it, as men, the suffocating expectation to stay in line, bottle up, and soldier on alone. But we see around us that times are changing. The long accepted “man rules” are being challenged and updated; and we are sensing there’s a new Renaissance for men to be better, more whole and balanced in the community. Our generation is starting to aspire to healthier living, happie …

This meetup is for anybody interesting in playing Quidditch. Yes, it is an actual game! It's part dodgeball, part rugby, and part basketball, with a touch of hide-and-seek and a dash of flag football. Anybody is welcome! Help get this team up and running! We will follow IQA rules. http://www.internationalquidditch.org/

Given the opportunity, most would like to run their own business but would agree its a lot of hard work. There are many books, videos and big expensive seminars that claim to help you start and run your own small business but there are no local LGBT dedicated groups that offer the same. This is a chance for locals to get together to share resources, compare notes and offer ideas. My partner and I own three small companies and are always looking for new marketing ideas, contacts, resources and fr …

We host numerous social events for anyone looking for social networking or just to have a good time meeting new like minded adults. Our events will be nights and weekends at local bars and pubs. We will do Bar & Club Crawls, Social Mixers, Themed outings, with the occasional day hike or beach extravaganza. Looking forward to seeing you at our next event!

Hello my fellow business owners! Play golf and meet like minded individuals.

We are: forward-thinking women, culturally diverse, inquisitive, self-aware, empowered, nurturing, working women, moms, daughters, wives, singles, professionals, artists, entrepreneurs, educators, who realize that we cannot care for others, until we take time to care for ourselves. We are between in our 30's and through women of that alluring certain age. We are: problem-solvers, risk-takers, willing to listen, wanting to set goals and stick them with ten point landings.

This is the place for classy dames who have something to get off their chest. This is for women who like pairing bacon and whiskey as much as they enjoy baking flowery cupcakes. This is for the open-minded, independent, and adventurous grrl in all of us. Whether you want to find a group of ladies to go on a hike, discuss the latest Dorothy Allison novel, try that new Ethiopian restaurant, throw a potluck, catch a show at the Echo, or just have a good old fashioned stitch n' b**** with (gin & to …

This group is for people that write stories for all ages. Join us and meet other writers and share your work. Or, just be a reader and tell us what you think.  For each meeting, writers will upload a story (1-8 pages) to the files section, one week before the meeting. Instructions and helpful information will be posted in the files section. This is not an author reading group. You must be over 21 years old to join this group. Meetings will be in areas near Burbank, Glendale, Pasadena, and Hollyw …