About Shift Long Beach Shift Long Beach is a community-based organization whose mission is to create positive social change in Long Beach through educational, interactive events that empower local communities. The objectives of Shift Long Beach include providing a platform for artistic expression, promoting sustainable living options, and creating space for discussion of diverse perspectives on issues that affect the quality of life in Long Beach. Shift LB is fiscally sponsored by Catalys …

The purpose of this group is to spread awareness and tools to prepare use for the great shift in consciousness that is occurring as we move towards 2012. Many of us are experiencing extremely stressful and difficult life challenges because of the changing consciousness of the Earth. We see this both in our personal lives, and in society at large in the various political, financial, and social crises happening around the world. It is critically important that we spread awareness of what is happen …

Come drum with us!! We are Los Angeles' most active, open Samba School! 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 participated in the San Fransisco Carnaval, Brazi …

The club, established in 1952, is open to all registered Democrats. The monthly meetings, which usually take place on the second Wednesday of the month, vary in their focus. Some meetings are concerned with issues specific to Culver City. Other meetings take up issues of statewide, national or even international interest. We have refreshments available a half hour before every meeting so you have a chance to meet the other members and chat. Our club has various active committees in which you …

     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 an …

For Brights, and those who are fans of Brights. Let's socialize and philosophize and politicize in order to bring realists like ourselves better political outcomes. There are only two reasons for "freethinkers" to meet. Maybe three. 1. I don't drink...(1a.) and have a significant other. 2. I don't have kids...enjoy whatever social ecology you need to raise them, and have fun. 3. We can ensure our views are represented politically, so as to assure our freedom of thought.   Let's MEETUP and figure …

Tired of the on-line dating scene and looking to meet that special someone who shares your progressive/liberal values?  Meet other fun left-leaning singles for nightlife, concerts, hiking, wine tasting and other mixers. Whether you're a Democrat, Green, left-leaning Independent or Progressively Unaffiliated, this group is for you!  To help defray the costs of keeping the group going, I will ask for event and membership fees. Most events will be $1, except for special events, which may cost more. …

Meet other political liberals to talk politics and socialize. Whether you're a Democrat, Green, left-leaning Independent or Progressively Unaffiliated, this group's for you! Let's share our ideas for making our country a better, more humane place, and make lots of new friends. Our group is for all ages. Activities will include our monthly Coffee and Conversation Meetups, as well as political rallies, lectures, movies and social events. Members are encouraged to come up with event ideas. To help …

The Republican Liberty Caucus (RLC) is a grassroots, nationwide organization affiliated with the Republican Party (GOP). The mission of the RLC is to recruit and elect Republican candidates who are liberty minded. While we encourage the exchange of ideas, we have our eye on the goal of electing Republicans that lean libertarian to all levels of legislative bodies; city, county, state and national. Therefore, we are action oriented not discussion focused. Join us if you love the challenge th …

Restore the Los Angeles County Republic (Restore LA) is a non-profit, multi-partisan organization created in June 2009 to fight all forms of tyranny in government today, to root out political corruption, and to oust elected officials that wish to rule rather than serve the people. For more information on the organization and its efforts, visit Restore LA's website at: http://www.RestoreLA.us Call 'Red Phone' / Email with reports of fraud, waste, and abuse involving LA County Elected Of …

We are a large group of mainly entertainment conservatives, but all conservatives are welcome. HCR has worked with people such as Director David Zucker on various projects, the last being "An American Carol". Our group has been involved in casting, production and talent. We encourage our members to work together. We also are very politically active. We have meetings the first Wednesday of every month. They include dessert and wonderful guest speakers. Come check us out! www.hollywoodrepublican …

This is the Meetup group for the Libertarian Party of California. We'll use this group to announce activities sponsored by the State Party. There are also local Libertarian Meetup/County Party groups in Kern, Central Valley, Nevada, Santa Clara, San Diego, Sacramento, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Ventura and Yolo counties. Join those if you are nearby and consider starting new ones in your area! Go to http://www.ca.lp.org/socialnetworks.shtml to find the groups nearest you.

The Santa Monica Tea Party and Tea Parties all across America are reinvigorating the distinctly American values of limited government, personal responsibility, free enterprise, and respect for property rights. Join us in turning back the tide of excessive government spending and taxation.  Tell Washington (and Sacramento and City Hall) that you demand accountability; that you want legislators to stop rewarding failure with trillion dollar bailouts; that you know that free enterprise works best …

Blessed Be! This is a group for all Wiccans, Pagans, Druids, Shamans, or any Magickal, positive, constructive, 'life-affirming' paths, --including people who don't follow *any* existing path, but simply ~create their own path~ sourcing it from within. There had been a lack of meetups on the West side of town, so we created this group to give the West Side (West LA/Santa Monica and nearby areas) Witches & Pagans places to meet, hold public rituals, and so on, plus post about them. Currently we ho …

Hey there! Welcome to Eclectica! I am a Los Angeles native who has constantly traveled a little ways away from the mainstream path. I never really had an interest in sports, politics or mainstream culture. It took me a long while to realize that there wasn’t really a problem with who I was or what I was capable of accomplishing. With that said, I have always felt positive that there are many others who have a strong desire to meet, relate and celebrate who we are and what we have to offer. I am …

We are a group of professionals in publishing who can assist writers, authors, and thinkers develop their book ideas and learn how to self-publish their book or e-book. We can also teach you about working with a traditional publisher.  Rick Benzel is an editor and ghostwriter with 35+ years experience in book publishing and corporate writing. He has edited 100s of books, authored 5, and ghostwritten 10 for professors, consultants, and business executives. He was the Senior Editor for the best-se …