This is a group people who describe themselves as activists or advocates; people who are film makers or who have access to facilities where we can show films; people who want to make a difference; and/or people who just like to watch films (mostly documentaries). Films for Action is specifically NOT political so we will not be supporting a specific political party. The goal is to leverage the power of story to help advocates/activists motivate and inspire change. We are open to the topics that w …

The intent of this group is to keep people informed about the roaming "No Meat & Mingle" vegan potlucks and sometimes other vegan gathering in or near Los Angeles county. The "No Meat & Mingle" vegan potlucks are a great place for open hearted people to come together in community and share conversation and great vegan food, and to learn about veganism.  All people who are respectful to other people are encouraged to attend (you need not be vegan). The "No Meat & Mingle"  potlucks are raw friendl …

Join TreePeople for tree plantings, tree care, restoration, free workshops, and tree walks. We are looking for anyone who is interested in learning more about nature in Los Angeles and is interested in making Los Angeles a more healthy, sustainable place.

In the spirit of moving toward zero waste and stewardship of our planet's resources, the Repair Cafe/Pasadena links local handy people to folks in need of repairs of all kinds: clothing, appliances, bikes, furniture, electronics...and more. The Repair Cafe is inspired by the philosophy of a Sharing Economy. We share our time, skills and talents to build a more vibrant local community, one repair at a time." The Repair Cafe/Pasadena is jointly sponsored by the Arroyo Time Bank http://www.arroyoti …

Tired of mindless partying? Do you want to be part of a community of professionals that make a difference in this world? Then this group is for you! Mix with 30's is a group of dynamic, creative, smart, giving, charitable and fun professionals with a purpose!  We meet for drinks, dinners, wine tastings, art gallery receptions, charity and activist events for social and political causes... the focus is to make a difference in this world, form genuine connections with those of our same ilk and hav …

The Zero Waste Committee of the Sierra Club Angeles Chapter is working locally to promote recycling and to keep organics out of landfills. Do you have experience with web design? graphic design? writing skills? public relations? Come and get involved! Join other activists each month at the Angeles Chapter Office, 3435 Wilshire Blvd. #660, Los Angeles: Zero Waste Committee – Fourth Tuesday every month, 7:00 pm

HoneyLove is a Los Angeles based 501(c)3 nonprofit conservation organization with a mission to protect the honeybees and inspire and educate new urban beekeepers.

We have roaming "No Meat & Mingle" Vegan potlucks around Los Angeles. These events are a great place for open hearted people to come together in community and share conversation and great vegan food, and to learn about veganism. All people who are respectful to other people are encouraged to attend (you need not be vegan).  Our potlucks are raw friendly which means that both cooked and raw dishes are acceptable but raw dishes are kept in a designated place.  We are always looking for new hosts, …

MedMob's goal is to create an experience for people from all walks of life to come together as one community, meditate, and expose the world to the benifits of looking within. Med (Meditation) Mob has been created to fill a meditation void in the community. The Meditation Flash Mobs we organize promote positive change in the world through silent ...meditation and sound bathing. MedMobs are meeting at various places throughout the city coordinated with cities around the world. Visit www.medmob.or …

Come drum and dance with us!! We are Los Angeles' largest and most active, Samba drumming group! Learn to drum and dance like they do in Rio and Bahia! Whether you are a complete beginner, drum circler, dancer, percussion student or a seasoned pro we have something for you. We hold regular classes and rehearsals. Bring your own drums or borrow ours. We focus on performing at festivals, special events and parades. There are plenty of performance opportunities! We've performed at the Hollywood …

This is a group for anyone interested in getting together (mainly in Long Beach) for yummy vegan Sunday suppers. The Sunday meetups will either be dining out or meeting at a member's home for a potluck, good conversation, board games or just mingling with like-minded people. All potluck items should be plant-based and free from any meat, dairy, honey, or eggs. It's a fun, casual way to meet other local veg friendly people! Sunday suppers are all about taking a break from our busy schedules of ac …

The American Freedom Alliance is a non-political, non-aligned movement which promotes, defends and upholds Western values and ideals. The Alliance sponsors conferences, publishes opinions, distributes information and creates networking groups to identify threats to Western civilization and to motivate, educate and unite citizens in support of that cause. AFA focuses on five areas of concern: • The Islamicization of Europe • Academic Freedom • Media Bias • Radical Environmentalism • G …

Adventure People are explorers who love the outdoors and who enjoy making new friends while traveling the world.  Our members enjoy such activities as hiking, rock climbing, canyoneering, paragliding, whitewater rafting, kayaking, camping, backpacking, surfing, cycling, mountain biking, and more. Members enjoy a mix of local activities as well as getting out of town via road trip or plane. Come with us to exotic destinations and meet other people whose passion is to explore places that most peop …

There are definitely many singles who are also vegetarian/vegan (or at least singles who like vegetarian/vegan food) in the SoCal region, interested in meeting people of the opposite gender.  Many people who fit these characteristics are very busy and don't have the time to search and find compatible people. That's where this group can definitely help out. Health conscious people usually have many other common aspects besides what they eat (or don't eat) such as the basic one--many are actually …

In my practice as a doctor of Oriental Medicine I see this all too often; a patient that has depression, difficulty loosing weight, hair loss, feeling cold, low metabolic rate, often accompanied by anxiety, insomnia and palpitations, but when complaining to her physician is told either nothing is wrong with her, or being placed on levothyroxine, Synthroid, etc., after being diagnosed with hypothyroid condition which sometimes may take years. After starting the medication, symptoms may only impro …

Hello, and welcome! This Meetup Group is dedicated to bringing together like-minded individuals who believe it is not only their duty, but also their destiny, to change the world. By destiny, I mean to say that this group is for people who believe nothing will stop them in their pursuits; however, if you are spiritually inclined and believe in the concept of destiny, by all means, you're welcome to join as well. Future Leaders of the World is about making a difference in the world, on a grand sc …

Our Vision: To help transform health care through the integration of all aspects of well-being: physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, environmental and social. We are a local networking group of holistic and integrative medicine by licensed/certified healthcare providers. We embrace integrative, complementary and alternative medicine techniques; we hold onto what is helpful in allopathic medicine, and we understand that healing includes your body, your mind, your emotions, and your spirit. Th …