Soul Purpose teacher Mark Reeves invites you to embark on a journey of self-transformation and authentic self expression. As Soul Purpose we have been running courses in self-awareness for over 20 years in the UK and this year we come to Los Angeles for the first time and we look forward to sharing our work with the wider Meetup community. Would you like to express yourself in more authentic ways? Do you keep repeating old habits and patterns in your work and relationships? Are you carrying a …

SMG, Santa Monica Coed Soccer Group, in its several years of existence, has been sponsored by such prominent entities like FIFA.com (official web site of FIFA), Coca Cola, Verizon FiOS and others. Its mission is providing a very friendly, respectful and internationally diverse environment for playing soccer, extending friendships, and helping humanitarian objectives. SMG provides both casual and competitive soccer opportunities. More competitive soccer activities of SMG are carried out under San …

This group is dedicated to increase gender diversity in the Ruby community by helping women learn Ruby and Ruby on Rails via an ongoing series of weekly meetups in the Westside of the Los Angeles area, primarily meeting in Santa Monica. We are geared to help, primarily, women learn Ruby On Rails. Our aim is to build a rock-solid community of women programmers, specializing on Rails that support each other with a community spirit. You may have absolutely no coding experience to advanced skills, a …

Welcome to Our Qmunity!!! Hi, welcome to the West LA Queer Families Community on Meetup! This group is intended for active queer (LGBTI) parents and families with kids of all ages who are interested in building a local family-centered community on the Westside.  We will get together to explore West LA and surrounding areas, including: local parks, beaches, zoos, aquariums, indoor playgrounds, fairs/festivals, museums, member homes, etc.  In addition to the playdates, we will also post some mommy …

I started this group because I love music, people and I enjoy giving back to the community as do some of my musician friends and spectator friends. If you enjoy listening to music , like to meet new friends, meet other musicians, like to have fun, play an instrument, sing  or both, this group is for you. Come join our music mixers  and gatherings in a relaxed fun social music environment. The location and venue's change depending on the event and how many people RSVP. But the events usually are …

Whether you are an executive director, a board member, a volunteer or a member of a nonprofit organization, this group is for you! You will learn how to help to raise funds for your nonprofit, church, school or hobby club in an unrestricted and sustainable manner.

Ladies…please join me in starting the West LA Chapter of the Blue Thong Society (http://www.bluethongsociety.com/). Let’s celebrate being a 50+ youngster…together! The Blue Thong Society (BTS) was started eight years ago when a woman turned 50 in Encinitas, CA. At that time, she decided to bring together her sisters from other mothers. Since then, BTS has created a phenomenon of Gal Pals who give back to their community while enjoying social events to create a community. Our Chapter, which is ca …

This Group is for Men and Women: • in the burgeoning stages of giving thought to a divorce or separation (not necessarily married) • who have just announced the decision • who are amidst the legal process • who have been procrastinating that step for years while separated and waiting for the next relationship to fuel the leap • who after it is all said and done realize there is more healing • who are building tools while seeking support and environments conducive to connect more concretely …

Are you a person of good taste who wants to make a difference? Do people consider you someone who "knows how to live" and yet you'd be the first to step forward to help someone in need? This group aims to bring together people who like to have a good time, have a palate for fine foods and spirits and are socially conscious in ways big and small. We'll organize fun events at hot venues, experience some of LA's finest restaurants and incorporate opportunities to give back.  We'll explore hidden ge …

THIS IS A FANTASTIC AND IMPORTANT MEETUP GROUP BUT I AM LOOKING FOR A PLACE IN THE LA AREA TO HOST IT!!  I will do all the work,  you only need to provide a quiet and private space. If your home or a place you know fits the bill would you please get in touch? Our last extremely gracious hostess met a wonderful man (online btw) and no longer hosts. Hi, My name is Bobbi Palmer. I'm The Dating and Relationship Coach for Women Over 40. I created this group to bring resources and opportunities to he …

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This WOMENS only empowerment group is to help guide women to cultivate their radiant, feminine energy, to better understand their bodies in relation to sacred sexuality and spirit, to help them feel more grounded and yet free, to liberate them from the collective consciousness of societal pressures and anti-feminine history, to develop healthy boundaries but remain vulnerable, to teach them how TO BE LOVE rather than always seeking it, to heal psychic wounds, to connect them to their powerful li …

This meet up is dedicated to help the rescue community by posting community events, adoption fairs, networking events and more.   Working together as a team - more animals can be helped! Occasionally, I'll schedule informal social dinners (without an agenda) geared towards networking and meant for anyone who wants to: * Meet other rescuers, fosters, volunteers, animal lovers, pet friendly businesses * Learn about the local organizations and businesses making a difference * Discover different w …

Please graze around this site - ya' don't have to read it all at one time... * Be Sure to Read Part 2 to kinda 'get' where we're 'at' - so plz SCROLL about 1/3 the ways down this page ~ thanks & enjoy ! Part 2 is a MUST read, guys ! ___________________ . ~ LOCATION ~ Driving DIRECTIONS & Parking Info see PAGES tab back up on the Nav Bar The LAUGHING BUDDHA MEDITATION SANGHA Santa Monica CA 90405 _________________________ Beginners Very Welcome ! ______________________ C O N T A C T   …

This group is created specifically for Creative Writers, who know they have something beautiful, meaningful, or helpful to say, know (or may not know yet) that they are incredibly talented, can make the time for writing, yet somehow, something else seems to always get in the way. We all know how self-defeating procrastination can be, waiting for a better time ("when I have more hours, when I am less rushed, etc.") until the opportunity is lost, but also that procrastination is merely a habit. J …

Want to get healthy, lose weight, have more energy, look and feel your best? You're in the right place. Supportive weight loss meetings available in West Los Angeles.  We will have different kinds of events.. some gentle visualization meetings to support your goals, some walks, some weight loss exercises, stress management, talks, guest speakers etc. We'll do it together! We'll go over your health goals and I'll be able to help you on the way. I am available for questions and other support y …

Explore your natural ability to find love, wisdom, and freedom in your life. Learn "Spiritual Exercises," a contemplative method that can help you unlock and begin to understand your true nature as Soul. This type of meditation uses the ancient name of God, HU, as Spiritual Keys to better understand our daily lives. In this group, we will learn how to: * Recall and resolve past-life lessons to help you today. * Interpret your dreams with help of a "Dream Master" your personal Spiritual Guide. * …

Ellie Zarrabian, Ph.D. is the Founder and Spiritual Director of Centerpeace Foundation-- A Holistic Center for Psychotherapy and Spirituality. Her background in Eastern Spirituality combined with her Doctorate degree in Transpersonal Psychology bridges the philosophy and practice of East/ West Psychology and Spirituality. Her work emphasizes cultivating and practicing mystical and ecstatic states through Shamanic Healing Practices, Mindfulness Meditation, Fire Talks, and Psycho-spiritual counsel …

This is a group for beginning or intermediate bluegrass banjo players on the west side, either scruggs or clawhammer style. Show up with your banjo in hand to: meet new folks swap tips trade techniques suggest exercises share resources recommend accessories borrow/lend tablature. If you have or want anything to help beginning or intermediate banjo players, this group is for you. This group is currently open-form and thus may or may not include the following: group practice demonstrations 1 on …

If you are the parent of a child with ADD or ADHD and are looking for help in dealing with this condition, please join Dr. Kelvin deWolfe for a highly informative two afternoon seminar that can help your child to *Improve focus *Improve concentration *Manage frustration *Reduce aggressive behavior *Build self-esteem No doubt you've tried a number of approaches in managing your child's condition. Dr. deWolfe has developed a treatment plan, using Chinese Medicine, that is quite effective. Unlike …

JFE (Jews For Entrepreneurship) Network is the leading and largest organization and platform for connecting entrepreneurs and investors, and accelerating innovation in the Jewish community nationwide. We launched in San Francisco and Silicon Valley in November 2009. We opened a chapter in New York City in 2012 and are now bringing the Silicon Valley spirit of entrepreneurship to LA and other U.S. locations. Over the past 3 years we have hosted numerous pitch events, seminars, speaker panels, and …

I started this collaboration because after therapy, medication and therapy group programs, besides the 12 Step Programs, I could not easily find a way to connect with the millions of people who are looking for holistic ways to heal themselves of high stress and experiences of anxiety, panic, phobias, depression more. This group is designed as an avenue for support and collaboration for people looking to live their authentic selves and mastering their emotional, mental and spiritual health and w …

Come join this organized weekly pick-up group that welcomes Flag Football enthusiasts of ALL SKILL LEVELS. We cater to both young and old, guy's and gal's who are looking to get some exercise, while having having fun and meeting / networking with new people from all over Los Angeles. Our group just celebrated it's 2 year anniversary and the membership is growing like crazy. While other flag football groups have recently sprung up and have tried to copy our style, we are the original recipe and …

This group is dedicated to increase gender diversity in the Ruby community by helping women learn Ruby and Ruby on Rails via an ongoing series of outreach workshops in the Los Angeles area. The workshops are geared to help, primarily, women learn Ruby On Rails. The workshops will be free and any level of experience is accepted;   from having never coded to years of experience - all are welcome! Men are welcome, provided that they are a guest of a woman registered for the event. If you are intere …

Do you invest in real estate or business opportunities? Are you seeking investors for your real estate or business opportunity? If you answered "Yes" to either of these then this Meetup group is for you! This meeting was created to unite investors in an informal, roundtable setting to discuss the latest economic trends and to exchange thoughts and information about what is happening in today's markets. I bring the latest monthly economic data as it relates to real estate, inflation/deflation, th …

Founders Feedback was formed to trade practical advice, ideas and recommendations with other entrepreneurs. Other networking events are really valuable but can sometimes be too broad. Sometimes, you want simply to trade knowledge with a more targeted audience or learn from others as specific challenges arise. Whether you are a solo-preneur or part of a small team, there are many common issues and decisions that we all face. One solution rarely exists that fits all. The chances are though, anothe …

Come and hang out and heal with a group that is consistently bettering themselves and in support of each other in an unconditional loving way of being! When We Gather Together To Heal Ourselves We Heal Our World! Michael Brian Baker (The Breath Center) is a spiritual teacher as well as an international healer who helps people shed and let go of pain, anger, resentment, disease, and any other toxicty affecting one's life. He is a mind, body, soul and spirit healer, and a divine mirror and guide. …

This is a monthly 2-Hour FREE Workshop targeted to help women heal their emotional eating habits and learn how to tolerate their feelings in a safe and supportive atmosphere. Cindy Michel, the facilitator, will bring you through a series of processes that will help you discover what you are really hungry for and a roadmap on how to get there. Cindy is a big fan of Geneen Roth's work in Women, Food and God.  Her ideas are similar in vain but add body-centered psychotherapy training to give member …