A casual eveing of reading and sharing poetry; poets and poetry lovers welcome; tea and chocolate served; FREE  Last Friday of each month at 7:45 pm  

MandarinFriends.org is a large group that holds meetings in Los Angeles and Orange county. We encourage the learning of Mandarin among non-native speakers and look for making friends with native speakers. About Us & Media: http://www.mandarinfriends.org/about Become a member to stay updated with info regarding Mandarin-Chinese opportunities! Anyone in the world can become a member! The Mission Our mission is to create an atmosphere so members can immerse in spoken Mandarin Chinese. The meetups a …

This group is dedicated to a meeting of the minds of Hip-Hop connoisseurs, artists, and casual fans alike. Since there doesn't seem to be another official Meetup.com group for this in the L.A. region, this will be the home for all things Hip-Hop-related.  Events will include concerts, open mics, clubs, maybe Lakers/Clippers games(?), writing sessions, networking, laid-back group outings, or just lounging and discussing the most recent developments in the culture. You should join if you're into b …

… Experience amazing spoken word or get your praise dance on. Have what it takes to be on the microphone? Make a joyful noise singing gospel karaoke! Come on out to Fellowship Cafe for positive entertainment and fellowship. Come let us create community!

Out of the Blue Poetry Series Presents Bring out Your Dead: Looking at the Rough Draft to Find the Revision (A 6 week Course, Class Limit 7) Time: Mondays, January 23 - February 27, 7:00 - 9:30 p.m. Place: Culver City (private residence) Tuition: $120 for the course (check due Jan 23rd, first day of class) E-mail treshahaefner@yahoo.com to sign up Take Your Writing to the Next Level! Have you ever wondered what to do with the rough draft that wants to play rough? Do you want to learn the techniq …

… This is a FUN, inspiring event where our guest speakers always have a great time – so much that some have spoken more than once! WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Our breakfast attract a diverse group of professional as well as aspiring writers, producers, talent representatives, entertainment attorneys, financiers, actors, some development/production talent, casting directors, editors, cinematographers, makeup artists, costumers, and others at various levels of experience and achievement. In Los Angeles, th …

… The meetup leadership team is made up of speakers, trainers, coaches, business leaders who've run seminars, spoken at universities, TV appearances, movement makers, and have created successful businesses.   In our meetup, our focus is making the members the stars.

This meetup is aimed at people who share a Polish heritage or a sincere interest in Poland and the Polish language. Polish will be spoken at the meetups whenever possible, though Polish skills are not required.  People who want to learn or practice Polish are welcome.  We look forward to meeting you and having fun together as we celebrate all things Polish!   Friendly reminder: the organizer pays a subscription fee in order to lead this meetup. If you are not serious about meeting, if you are …

  The power of great words both spoken and written provides the foundation for ToastWriters, a weekly Meetup intended for writers who need to be better speakers and speakers who want to move their speeches to the highest level and expand their communications repertoire into all things written. ToastWriters enables members to take their careers to the next level, Literally Speaking! Through the fun structure of a Toastmasters meeting, we deliver prepared speeches, do impromptu exercises, and …

Summer Studios Arts Academy is not only an art school, but a community center…. Join us in CELEBRATING THE ARTS! Free community event “ART JAM! Night” every 4th Friday, 7-9:30pm at Summer Studios in Lomita. All public welcome to enjoy an evening of Visual Art, Spoken Word, and Live Music. We also offer art, writing, and music classes of very small groups which provide individualized attention. SUMMER STUDIOS ARTS ACADEMY 2161 Lomita Blvd., Lomita CA 90717 (downtown Lomita at Narbo …

… Some are spoken word events where you hear legends speak. Some are comedy sets by professional comedians testing their work. Amazing lectures on art and comedy, great professionally produced shows . . . And, yes you can bring men along if you want. Men can even decide to join the group on their own if they want.  I specifically mention women in the group name because most of the events we'll attend happen to be run by women and I do declare that gives them a special something. You have not heard …

Got the LA city blues? Want to stretch your cultural boundaries and do something beyond your regular routine? Eclectic Diversions Meetup is for those who want to live "outside the box" and share their passion for creative expression with like-minded, enthusiastic explorers. This group offers an eclectic mix of activities, ranging from the unique to the bizarre, including vaudeville, live music, poetry/spoken word, art events, burlesque, dance performances, and so much more. Sound like fun? Join …

Come laugh with us! We've been meeting weekly since 2005. No need to confirm. We'll be there and you'll feel good. Guaranteed. All are welcome. No contortions. Only fun. We simulate laughter to stimulate better health and happier feelings. No joke. Read more at http://www.laughteryogaamerica.com/ - Get spoken directions at 1 626 755 5999 x3 x31 (first dial extension 3, then extension 31). We are in suite 117 (not 118 anymore), in the middle of building in the back, off Banburry Alley (that is th …

WHO WE ARE: Women, 30 and older, single and married, fun, down to earth, productive, optimistic, diverse, and most of all, looking to enjoy life! THINGS WE DO: coffee/brunch, cocktails, museums, day trips, weekend trips, 'Dinner & a Movie', wine tasting, 'Girls Night Out', roundtable discussions, concerts, plays, ballet, opera, casual get-togethers, trips for couples, potlucks, picnics, karaoke, game night, hanging out, chatting it up, outdoor activities, volunteering in our communities.

Are you a secret or frustrated poet and wishing to share your poems in a supportive environment? Well then..... this may be just the ticket. We offer both a private and public setting, attended by supportive like-minded individuals.  Every month we will have a poetry potluck.  This is held at a private residence and offers participants the opportunity to share their own poetry, discuss other poetry, and munch on snacks together.  It is less performance oriented and more conversational.  The p …

… I've spoken in the past about the need to make Neutralizing a part of your regular routine. Remember: this is not merely a relaxation technique or a soothing visualization that will help you de-stress. Neutralizing is the key to ridding ourselves of the blocks that continuously hold us stuck in one place and it is essential that we commit to the process. It is my fervent hope that you commit to your own potential future and that you continue to NEUTRALIZE, NEUTRALIZE, NEUTRALIZE! Of course we al …