How many of us moved here, bought guidebooks, and planned to go to all the museums, take in all the culture and see all the sights? And then we got jobs, and then we got busy, and now it's been years, and we still haven't been to the Science Museum, or the Norton Science Museum? I know that's the case for me! I've been making New Year's resolutions to go to at least one museum/cultural thing a month, but something always comes up, and besides, it's more fun to go in groups and meet like-minded f …

This is a group that celebrates and explores Los Angeles and the rich community of people who live here. Like an urban village with deep roots and diverse flavors . . .  L.A. is to me an Urban Pueblo. =) I'm looking forward to planning a wide variety of activities: from lectures at the Downtown Public Library to Dodger baseball games at Chavez Ravine; from the Farmer's Market in Barnsdall Park to the Tamale Festival in McArthur Park. =)  Let's go to Grand Central Market, Angels' Flight, The Holl …

Attend gallery openings around Los Angeles for the purpose of discovering new artists, seeing the latest creative styles, exploring unique galleries, and meeting like-minded people drawn to the avant-garde. There may be a museum exhibit thrown in now and then, as well. I hope this group will be as much about interesting conversations in a social environment as it will be about art.  There is no cost to being a member of the group, and most the events will be free, unless otherwise noted for a mu …

Let’s explore visual art at all levels – whether large or small sculpture or flat art of almost any type. Besides our own art discussions, we can also meet the artists, explore their studios, discuss and learn what it is all about. This group will avoid the crafts which is a complete area on its own and best done by others. If you have an interest and love for art – whether a professional artist, collector, usual art-viewer or even have no prior art involvement, lets share what we know and tog …

Join Sharon Fitzgerald MA, art history professor, for monthly art museum meetups in the Los Angeles area.  These meetups are free and open to the public for adults.  They start out with a 30 minute lecture, a museum visit with drinks to follow.  Great way to get out and see cool stuff and meet interesting people! For more details on lectures, please visit: Email: SharonFitzgerald@yahoo.com Twitter:  @arthistchannel Facebook:  www.facebook.com/thearthistorypage

This group is for anyone ( over the age of 18) who loves to explore and find new things to do. It will be any kind of trips we can think of. Anything to get us out to discover new places and make new friends. We will visit Car shows, Antique Stores, motorcycle racing events,quaint downtown areas, museums,happy hour, historical sights, professional bull show, gardens, zoos, theme parks, fairs, local bands,theatre, The possibilities are endless. I love to visit any new and interesting places Event …

This meetup group gets together for hiking, theater, wine tastings, concerts, museums, art galleries, and more. We are single, fun, smart, not stuffy, easy going, and looking for interesting conversations. As you might not be able to attend all the events, you can find more smart singles online at: Brainiac Dating. Over 25,000 members! -Lawrence

Sierra Singles, a Sierra Club group, does not require membership in the Sierra Club to participate (although you may like the events and want to join). The group offers local events. The hikes range generally from 2-4 miles and easy to moderate. There are some hikes that will be moderate-difficult to difficult, so please check the skill level of a hike before you RSVP. Also, given the fact that many of our hikes now have waiting lists, we've started a new NO-SHOW policy. If you RSVP for a hike w …

Why did I start this group? I decided to start this group because I'm looking to meet friends with similar interests who want to take advantage of L.A. with me. I moved to Manhattan Beach from my home state of Iowa in 2002 but spent the past 3 years back in Iowa. The beach and warm weather called me back, so here I am again! Many of my friends are unavailable because they have moved, have new young families that are the priority, or always seem to be in the middle of a crisis. I'm looking for do …

Gals 20-35 who want to make new friends and enjoy the beautiful city that we all live in. Why? Because sometimes it’s nice to just have a little "girl" time. Take part in lunches, shopping, working out, visiting museums and galleries, movie nights, cooking, manicures, DIY, all kinds of fun stuff. Possibilities are endless. (Free Fun too!) Whether its sipping mimosas at Sunday brunch, or taking a Cardio Barre class, Gals Who Lunch is fun and inter-active group of young ladies getting together to …

Do you love the outdoors? Looking to build friendships here locally? I have made many wonderful friendships through Meetup and this is a great place to start. Meetups will consist of walking activities, easy/moderate hiking, museums, concerts, dining out, golf, volunteer work, and exploring various points of interest in Kern County. We will also have meetups that involve a book club/dining out venue on a monthly basis. This group will NOT be a "bar scene" group. Many have tried that to meet peop …

This group is for working artists who live in Long Beach and want to build a community and support group with other working artists. We critique one another's work and discuss how we can put Long Beach on the map as a vibrant Artists Community. We also support the Arts in Long Beach by visiting Museums, Galleries and non traditional art openings.

WHAT: Purpose is to embark on exclusive adventures to museum exhibitions, gallery shows and artists' studios for direct encounters with, engaging conversation and stimulating education about art. Be excited to listen, look and learn! WHO: With Anne Alene, art enthusiast and educator: read more about Anne at www.artencounterswithanne.blogspot.com All ages who are declared or aspiring art lovers, artists, educators, collectors, adventurers in art, knowledge and creativity. By invitation and confir …

Hello: Welcome to the new “Culture Pub Social Mixers for Creative Professionals.” We have new leadership and a changed the name, redefining the group. (former group name was "art, music spoken word," etc. ) About Us: The Leadership Team runs ---another--- very large and active meetup called "Culture Pub of LA" in addition to this one that visits art and literary venues around the Los Angeles area. It's almost 3,000 members strong and sponsored by LACMA. If you are not a creative professional ( …

Join others interested in history and literature for stimulating conversation.  This book club meets monthly and is led by the Museum's Executive Director Mark Rothman.

DiscoverLA We are a group about discovering what the greater Los Angeles area has to offer.  This could be food, lectures, theater, museums or whatever else piques our interest. (This group was formerly known as HEARTS--Hollywood Entertainment Arts Restaurant Theater Social group.) This is a group that will be going out and about in  Los Angeles, Hollywood, Los Feliz, Studio City, Burbank, Sherman Oaks, Beverly Hills and beyond ! This will be a great opportunity to make new friends. Everyone is …

The Ventura County Girlfriends Group is designed to make it easy to meet other women in your area and make new friends by hosting a variety of free or inexpensive local activities and events! Whether you're married, single and just looking to meet new people, moving into the area or lived here all your life, it is not always easy to meet other people who share your interests. Now you have a way to do that! This is a group for all women, any age, who are looking to meet other women wanting to sha …

Hello, I am Mela, the host and organizer of Solo Travel Tales. Welcome to our site. I hope you will join us for one of our travel-cultural-history meetings and events. We share tips, info, photos and lots of stories regarding independent travel. Our meetings are filled with travel tales and information; sharing our personal tips, resources, photos, laughs and the wonderful travel stories that usually accompany a good adventure. Our attendees are 'real' travelers and are eager to listen and share …

This is a group for people in their 20s and 30s interested in exploring Southern California, having fun, and meeting new friends. Let's get together for happy hours, coffees, hikes, art walks, museum visits, outdoor concerts, dinners, picnics, and enjoy the many wonderful things that SoCal has to offer!

Meet with others in your local area who love Art. We'll get together once or more per month and visit museums, art galleries, and any other art related programs/events. Meet & mingle with other art lovers who want to explore the LA art scene!

Yarn Bombing Los Angeles (YBLA) is a group of guerrilla knitters who have been collaborating since 2010. YBLA stages public installations and performances to help expand the definition of public art to embrace street art, including self-initiated, ephemeral urban interventions utilizing fiber material and craft techniques.Collaborative art making, community building, public outreach, blurring boundaries between contemporary art practices, graffiti and craft are integral components to YBLA's prac …

Are you LGBT and a foodie? Have you always wanted to join a dining club that will try out a wide variety of restaurants - from street food, all the way to fine dining, from American cuisine, to all types of ethnic cuisine Southern California has to offer? Then this is the group for you. We have a wide variety of events to fit everyone's budget - from $10 to $15 at street food and certain ethnic restaurants, all the way to $100 plus for fine dining. Its up to you what event you want to sign up f …

Welcome to Eager Explorers Near Pasadena! This Meetup group is all about meeting good friends in a safe environment, while exploring Pasadena and vicinity. There are plenty of fabulous venues to visit and fun events to check out, not just in Pasadena, but also in Glendale, San Gabriel Valley, San Fernando Valley, Los Angeles, and beyond. Multiple times every month or perhaps even more frequently, our Eager Explorers will venture around our newly discovered points of interest throughout Southern …

Our group has been part of the Valencia Public Library Book Group for over twelve years. We love reading! We read and discuss contemporary literature, classics, biographies and non-fiction. These meetings result in intellectually stimulating conversation and great friendships. We are setting up this Meetup because we want to expand our reading group to include additional cultural activities such as movies, museums, theatre, and other fun events. These activities may relate to the books we are re …

Let's start 2013 by making new friends. We'll get together to see the latest movies, try the latest restaurants, check out the various museums around town, go to the latest festivals, or anything else that may catch our fancy! If you're single, it's a plus because I am, but it's not necessary to join the group! Pls. join me!

You are a single professional parent. You want to spend quality time with your child. You also would like to meet someone with similar interests, but you don't have time to go out on dates. Why not meet up with other parents in your situation while on a trip to a history museum or a park? If you are like me, multitasking has become a way of life. Why do we have to choose between dating and our kids? Why not do it at the same time?! Every weekend we take our kids to museums, parks and shows. This …

If you're interested in aviation - military or civilian - if you're a pilot - in the airforce, at a major airline or in Flight simulator - or if you just get goosebumps by the roar of the Merlin engine, join us to share your experiences. Activities might include; Visiting Air Force Flight Test Center Museum at Edwards AFB, and at the same time trying to get a good view of any of the active planes Driving to Palmdale to see the SR-71 Volunteering at Santa Monica Museum of Flight (if they want u …

Arts, Sports and Activities.. Calling all ART lovers! Visit Art Walks, Shows and special Art Events. We cover art groups, illustration and fine art. We also LOVE sports.. dodgeball and indoor soccer. And hey why not, we are SIDEWAYS SPORTS, let's do some inner-tube water polo, funky yoga and other activities that make your week or weekend fun!