If you are looking to connect with fellow Africans and friends of Africa; meet new people, expand your network, and learn about Africa - then you are at the right place.  Lets meet & share with others our diverse cultures, history, and the American experience.  Anyone including non-Africans are free to join this group.  Our meetup will also give our members who are new to the U.S./Los Angeles the opportunity to make friends, thereby easing the process of adapting to the new LA environment. Our …

When you were 16... Did you spend your Saturday mornings at Kaplan or Princeton Review? Were you convinced a 4 on your AP US History exam would mean complete and utter failure? Did you feel confused when people thought Penn was a state school? If you answered yes to any (and preferably all) of the above, you are most likely in need of a way to meet similarly-educated women...who also date women. This group is for intellectual, professional gals who went to great schools (undergrad and/or grad) a …

Welcome to the Baby Boomers and Friends Book Club website. I'm excited and inspired with the potential of this group to enrich and empower the lives of Baby Boomers who find joy in reading books of all genres, meeting new people and having fun engaging in lively discussions. This is a book and social club of 10 - 15 dynamic, diverse and progressive Baby Boomers. Our goal is to create a fun and inspiring community for book lovers. Our book selections and discussions reflect the collective imagina …

For most it’s history, Los Angeles was a gastronomic wasteland, but not any more. Lovingly prepared and lusciously presented food, good wine, and outstanding cocktails, some of life’s greatest pleasures, are available all over the place. The purpose of this group is to visit, and revisit, some of the best, to share an evening of great food and pleasant conversation, and, last but not least, make new friends who already share a common interest. Our events will happen at least once a month, possib …

This is a group for Baby Boomers interested in hiking, tennis, golfing, etc. All skills levels are welcome. I started this group to meet other mature active lifestyle enthusiasts. Although theoretically I’m the meetup organizer, this is a group of co-organizers. Please don’t sign up and wait for me or others to make things happen for you. I have in mind having members post and host their preferred activity in the areas of their choice.  That way, other members looking for activities in the same …

WARNING!!!!!! Meeting new friends, learning how to be healthier are just a few of the common side effects of being a part of the Miracle Mile Fit Club. You may also become more attractive, have to buy smaller size pants, and feel happier in your everyday life. Fit Club takes no responsibility for the dates and the surge of attractiveness as a result of being a part of this group. 1st Rule: You do not talk about FIT CLUB. 2nd Rule: You DO NOT talk about FIT CLUB. 3rd Rule: If someone says "sto …

We are the largest foodie group in Southern California. Meet People Interested in Dining Out, cooking, baking or drinking in L.A.! Enjoy & share culinary talents with our 4,000+ fellow foodies, gourmets, wine lovers, chefs and home cooks. Discover new restaurants, visit Food Festivals, grab some cheap eats, check out the latest foodie trucks, farmers markets, wine tastings & meet new friends. Learn about dining discounts too. Let's broaden our horizons and get together for some themed potluck di …

Get ready to take your Meetup Experience to the NEXT LEVEL and CONNECT with an incredible group of friends! "Entourage" is the Largest & Most Active Asian Meetup Group in So Cal, and also on the Wst Coast, with many diverse events to choose from EVERY SINGLE WEEK! GET READY to take FUN to NEXT LEVEL! Here's an example of some of our past events... * FREE Mixer Parties Club Events with 470+ RSVPs * House Parties & BBQs with 250+ Attendees *  Huge Beach BBQ Bonfire Parties * Hiking LA's Most Beaut …

"Building connections within the Asian community and staying connected" Asian Groupting means: Group + Meeting Group + Outing Group + Connecting Who Asian Groupting is for: All Asians 20s and 30s that want break out of his or her boring, stale, daily routine and try something adventurous, learn new activities and skills, explore unfamiliar and exciting areas, and experience a variety of popular and hidden restaurants with OTHER ASIANS! And you do all this FOR FREE with a group of other Asians …

We are the largest dining/foodie group with special emphasis on all the Asian cuisines with over 1,900+ members. Meet other local foodies at our many dining events who wish to share sushi & Asian cuisines and explore new Asian restaurants around town. You don't need to be Asian to join, but you do need to love dining on Asian food! We will explore both high end gourmet as well as highly recommended local dives in search of a great place to eat and meet others who share our love of Asian food. To …

Whether you are new to the area or not, our Los Angeles area events assist in providing professionals with an atmosphere that is relaxing and friendly, where people can enjoy the event activities and the pleasant company of other professionals. Our members come from the Valley, West L.A., East L.A., Downtown, Hollywood, Long Beach and Orange County to enjoy our many exciting events! We host a variety of social events in the LA area, to include happy hours, wine tastings, singles events, bar cr …

Those interested in "HAVING FUN WHILE WE ARE STILL SINGLE", Parties, Lounge Parties, Club Parties, Live Venue Music, Much more to come! We all work too much! Looking forward to exploring the fun times with new friends!!! We are called THE FAB 4 as there are 4 of us who create and work our Events, and we like the Beatles :) ALSO JOIN OUR OTHER GROUP: WE LOVE CLASSIC ROCK  Link:http://www.meetup.com/WE-LOVE-CLASSIC-ROCK/ All of our Events are listed once you join our Group.. This is being listed o …

Happiness is a state of mind or feeling characterized by contentment, satisfaction, pleasure, or joy. Happiness comes from deep within, and not from people, situations, or circumstances. According to Researchers from Harvard Medical School and the University of California, San Diego: “When an individual becomes happy, the network effect can be measured up to three degrees. One person’s happiness triggers a chain reaction that benefits not only his friends, but his friends’ friends, and his frien …

Welcome to Rounders Poker! Turn off the TV, logoff your computer, grab your car keys, and play with people just like you, the coolest L.A. poker group is right here. Don't be misled by other L.A. Poker meetups claiming to be larger, we've hosted more games than anyone. If you're looking for the largest and most active L.A. poker group, this is --"The One". Looking for a game, tournament, or poker league? Browse our Calendar link for new games posted almost daily. Meet new players, make new frien …

GIRLFRIEND GRAPEVINE - serves as a Hub to meet a diverse group of Accomplished , Interesting, Drama-Free, Down to Earth, Reliable Sister-Friends with the goal of developing long term friendships. Do you miss the types of girlfriends you had in High School and College that you no longer have due to marriage, kids, moving to a new city, a busy career, not wanting to mix work associates with your personal life... or you simply would like to meet people you wouldn't normally meet in your every day …

Social events Over 40 is a fun group to meet new people, find new friends and have a good time. We have an eclectic mix of events from casual dinners, movies, music concerts, art museums, summer festivals, happy hours, social parties, mixers, hikes, walking and more for everyone over the age of forty. So if you are in your 40s, 50s, or 60s please join us at one of our events, and meet new people who enjoy having fun! Please read over our Group Policies here: http://www.meetup.com/Social-Events-O …

We are Valley ladies in our 20's and 30's, single, married or dating, looking to socialize and make new friends in Los Angeles. Our group plans a wide variety of events from wine tasting to dinner with the girls. If you are looking for a down to earth, friendly bunch of girls to socialize with than this is the group for you! A few requirements we have to be a member of our group.  Every member must pay $2 a year in order for us to pay the Meetup dues each year.  Please only RSVP to an event if …

A group for people of ALL ages that live in, work in, or just love to hang out in BEVERLY HILLS. A great way for people new to the area (like myself) to meet other 90210 locals or aficionado's, and explore various cafes/bars/restaurants/hotel bars/rooftop bars/lounges, while meeting new people, making new friends and socializing. This group is open to everyone, single or married, kids or no kids, but you have to be FRIENDLY and SOCIAL! Its OK if your shy, we'll make you feel comfortable so you c …

We are a new LGBTQI spiritual community taking shape in LA. Whether you call it God, Buddha, Krishna, Yahweh, Jesus, Allah, The Great I Am, Spirit, Energy, or simply LOVE, you are most welcomed, & deeply valued at Project: Service L.A.  Our website is here: Project: Service L.A. - [url=http://projectservicela.org]http://projectservicela.org[/url] What you need to know about us: We're all about building community, having fun, making the most of life and having quality relationships with ourselve …

We are a great group of ladies in the West Hollywood area, mostly new to the city, looking to meet new friends and check out new venues.  If you're a friendly, fabulous lady in your late-20s to mid-30s, who wants to check out new places and make lasting friendships, then come have a drink with us!  We're a no-drama, no self-promotion, no business-networking group. We meet once a week for dinner or drinks, usually in the Hollywood/West Hollywood area.  Members are encouraged to suggest events. In …

LA Social Connections is a Social network group to make friends over drinks and explore the outdoors. If you are new to Los Angeles or a native seeking dance, happy hours, singles nightlife, open bars, roof top bars, wine tastings, boat cruises, sporting events, business networking, fashion shows, movies, dinning, and concerts. Are you looking for a new way to meet friends, meet someone special, or network? This group is for singles who are really interested in meeting new people for friendship, …

Calling all studs, all femmes and all stems! This meetup is for young, fun and interesting lesbians looking to make friends, socialize and play. We are Katherine and Rachel, east coast transplants now living in LA. We started this meetup for girls like us to get together and make new friends. Join us for drinks, karaoke, beer pong, poker, poetry readings and many other good times. We look forward to meeting you!

(New Organizer as of March 26, 2013) Are you looking for friends to go out Salsa Dancing with in LA?  Are you a Salsera new to LA and want to get connected?  Are you looking for people to practice with?  Or, are you ready to jump in and explore a new hobby?  If you said "Yes" to any of the above, Los Angeles Salsa Nights may be for you.  All levels welcome, and you do not need a partner.  We organize group night outs and create a friendly environment in which people are comfortable coming alone. …

I created this group for professional, fabulous, single ladies in their late 20s to early 40s living in West Hollywood who are looking to meet new friends for dining out, bar hopping, beach trips, festivals, shopping, movies and any other local events that may be going on. We meet at least once a week for dinner or drinks, usually in the Hollywood/West Hollywood area. I encourage you to join and come out to one of our meetup. Venue suggestions are welcome! Everyone is welcoming, friendly and jus …

This meetup is for people who want to have eco-friendly fun, (mostly for free!) with like-minded friends who come together to eat, watch movies, learn, laugh and spread the love! Green Veggies is a non-profit formed to explain how eating meat directly causes climate change and how we can all save the world by the fastest, easiest, cheapest means possible. We offer a friendly, supportive approach to empower people to Eat Green, go vegetarian, and connect with a growing movement. Read more at gree …

This group is for nannies (live- in, full time, part time) Au pairs, babysitters, or anyone who works with children in any way. If you love your job but are exhausted and need some people in your life who can relate and maybe carry on an adult conversation then this group is for you! This group is pretty much just to meet up anywhere in the valley or Hollywood (coffee shop, hiking trail, movie theater, ect) to connect and have fun with others who get it. We will do activities on the weekends mos …

We welcomes all new friends who are Foodies, Explorers, Friends, Adventurers for  Entertainment, Laughs, Fun & more! Let's explore Los Angeles everywhere including  Chinatown, Little Tokyo, Hollywood, and all the surrounding areas. Join us for lunches and dinners at different restaurants, fun adventures, bicycle riding, hiking, outdoor activities, festivals, parties, concerts, theater and other fun events. Dim Sum meet ups, Outdoor adventures, Weekend trips, Art Gallery visits, Potlucks, Plays, …

Let's create a queer UU community transcending church walls. Let us be a truly pluralistic group of folks who grew up with a faith, whether or not we ascribe to one now, and still desire a faith community. Welcome UUs, Spiritual Seekers, Persons of Faith, Humanists, Buddhists, Atheists, Jewish, Muslim, cultural Christian, and Sikh. Let's gather and provide safe space for healing presence, friendship, company, and accompanying one another through the minefields of religious family/friends. Look f …