The Greater Orange County Animal Rights Roundtable (GOCART) is dedicated to fostering awareness and discussion of issues concerning animal advocacy and veganism in Orange County and the rest of Southern California.  We meet every other month for a casual vegan dinner and an open-forum discussion.  Meetings are loosely-structured with a speaker, a basic agenda and a moderator.  Our meetings are guided by principles of non-judgment and non-confrontation. There is no charge to attend. Anyone is wel …

NewportMesa Tea Party is a group of nearly 200 local patriots.  We are just starting this Meetup site, and have just implemented our website.  Please join us at www.newportmesateaparty.com The NewportMesa Tea Party is focused on the following issues: Limited Government The U.S. Constitution established a limited government. Limited government is incompatible with unlimited taxing, spending, and deficits. Expansion of Capitalism The only economic system compatible with individual liberty is …

Can you identify a major, vexing, obvious, easy to solve problem in your society or community? Do you view its resolution as straightforward and highly beneficial? Are you ever amazed at the roadblocks you face as you defend your position? Your arguments simple and plain, aren’t they? Your opponents don’t get it and you often wonder why, don’t you? Your opponents come up with arguments so poor that you can immediately dismiss them, right? Also, you would be willing to change your mind if you en …

Meet Libertarians near you! Come to a local Libertarian Meetup to share your opinions on today's political climate and issues and learn how you can contribute to America's political future. Everyone interested in Libertarianism is welcome! Wondering if you're a libertarian? Libertarians oppose most entitlement programs and believe workers should keep more of what they earn (read: way lower taxes). The Libertarian Party strongly opposes all gun control and limitations on free speech. We are …

Village Laguna is a group of active Laguna Beach residents that works to promote and protect the unique village character of our town. Starting with a 1971 citizen's initiative to prevent high-rise construction, the organization has been involved in creating Main Beach Park, preserving the Greenbelt, historic preservation and many other aspects of preserving and improving Laguna. Our annual Charm House Tour showcases beautiful homes throughout the city that exemplify the variety and unique desig …

Feeling like your progressive values are under-represented in conservative Murrieta/Temecula Valley? Want to get together once a month with like minded neighbors and act on your progressive ideas? I know I do. This group is here for those of us who may just want to connect, talk, and socialize with others of the same political persuasion, or for those who want to get active calling our local, state, and national representatives, or even those who want to make some signs and get busy protesti …

Hey Community! Join us for a little Peace, Love & Self-expression, as we launch our first CONVERSATION CAFE. Through these monthly sessions, our sole intent is to connect and build as a community, create spirited dialogue, interchange ideas, and express our thoughts for being the change we wish to see in the world; to facilitate healthy discussions about the culture, politics, & issues at stake in our world. We also hope these discussions will be a springboard for collective action, i.e. via …

This is a group for those that have political inclinations that place them near the center of the political spectrum. Some issues may be right of center while other issues may be left of center but overall the members of this group would belong to the "Angry Middle Party". This group will also focus on the birth of the American Moderate Party.

Join Huntington Beach Reiki and learn how to heal yourself and others with Reiki (Traditional Japanese and Western style Reiki), Yoga, Meditation, Reflexology, Shamanic healing, dance, and more. Huntington Beach Reiki was created to spread reiki and healing to all that need it. We offer Reiki sessions, classes and workshops for a donation that is comfortable for you. Huntington Beach Reiki also helps the community by offering free reiki programs at local cancer centers, hospitals, hospice, senio …

The purpose of this group is to be like the show "Sex and the City" (SATC), gosh I miss that show! This is for us to meet other friendly, sweet, down to earth, outgoing, mature, fun and drama-free "28-40 something yr old" ladies, and to hang out, travel locally and or venture farther doing fun things, and along the way build new friendships. I know we all get busy with our daily schedules whether it's school, work, or family, but just like the show SATC, the 4 ladies still made time to hang out …

Welcome and thank you for looking at Women Loving Women In Rancho Cucamonga! We hope to design a group that will be a quiet haven for all age 40+ lesbians. A place you can come to meet with other lesbians in a safe atmosphere to discuss a timely issue (no not politics) with a group of like minded women who will keep it lively but loving, and yes, it's OK to just listen. Perhaps we can have a meal out where we will rotate around the table so everyone can meet everyone else in an easy non-threaten …

This group is for those that are 40 happy years or more :) Meet other local people who want to gather at dinner, lunch, in parks, museums, concerts, or wherever to discover new friends.  Why attend something alone when you can find fun stuff to do with us!  Laugh and learn with and from one another. This group is a happy bunch of people who offer respect and welcome you with open arms.  Don't be shy ~ we'll make you feel right at home. :) (If you are under forty, and want to hang with us, come …

Meet Libertarians near you! Come to a local Libertarian Meetup to share your opinions on today's political climate and issues and learn how you can contribute to America's political future. Everyone interested in Libertarianism is welcome!

Our Mission To promote business and social networking among Canadians living in Orange County. Our Vision To be the Canadian networking focal point in Orange County connecting fellow Canadians together to promote a sense of community and to support personal and business networking through the celebration of a shared Canadian heritage. Our Values • Helping others • Sharing • We recognize that we have a tremendous pool of talent and business acumen within our local Canadian community. • Our c …

(LTBKIT=Welcome!, Android Developers, Users, & Entrepreneurs of the US.California.SoCal.Orange County area! Since 2009, we are Your oldest & largest professional community group and we are Here to Serve You! MJZ5CB: quick intros (LTBKK3=Find and join like-minded local developers, designers, & users meeting & succeeding in Android! Get your problems solved, put on presentations, help others, find & offer jobs, and team up on projects. Just join and RSVP & come to our meetings, share knowled …

Greetings This a group for polyamorous, poly-curious, and poly-friendly people who live in the Orange County California area, for those interested in, or actively living the poly lifestyle. The purpose is to discuss poly issues and meet like minded people. We encourage people of all genders and sexual relationship orientations who are interested in discussing polyamory. There is no perfect poly relationship. We meet to learn from each other and share our experiences of what has worked for us wh …

Meet fellow Raw Foodists near you! Everyone is welcome to come our local Raw Food Meetups to have fun, share raw food meals, support each other, and discuss the raw vegan diet and health issues. Whether you want to reach your ideal weight, eat a beautifying diet, share your story, or have the best health ever, this is a wonderful site for you. It's free to join, and you will receive our monthly newsletter!

MDMS5V: Meetup.com/OC-Polyamory: Orange County's Polyamory with Integrity Community Group, since 2010 MJ6AZ9: For those in or visiting America's Southern California's Orange County, we are your community group catering to all levels of & interest in polyamory, from ol' timers to those just curious about the community or if it might be for them. If you're in or around OC and one of the increasing many actively living the poly lifestyle, or just experimenting with it, or want to meet other local …

Please see the OC Global Warming Committee website Also see Facebook Page We look forward to seeing you at our next meeting Recent show on: Ending the Silence on Climate Change Latest Technology on Monitoring Environmental Changes at a Macro Level: New Landsat Earth-monitoring satellite launched from California _________________________________________________________________________________ Sunrun Solar Lease Sunrun Helps You Save on Utilities. America's Leading Solar Company. www.SunRunHome …

TEDxChange 2013 is a TEDx event co-organized by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and TED. Convened by Melinda French Gates and hosted by Chris Anderson, TEDxChange will focus on issues surrounding global health and development. TEDxChange type events are TEDx events hosted around the live webcast of TEDxChange, and also feature local speakers. Our event is called TEDxIrvineChange, and is one of many TEDx events happening around the globe on April 3rd that will expand on the ideas brought up a …

This is a new Atheist group and the first to meet on a public beach, where we can have FUN and have a blend of social mixing and athletic activities, DO NOT FORGET to bring your beach chairs, umbrellas, ground cover and any thing else you would want on the beach. You will have a brief look at who we are, our political philosophy, what we mean by "SEPARATION OF CHURCH AND STATE," you will get some answers to basic questions about separation, and why we think this is important.we will discuss reli …

James Madison Toastmasters was founded with the purpose of teaching conservatives how to speak.  We have noted that conservatives are rarely much good at articulating their message, and in California they have been losing election after election for lack of clarity.  The James Madison Club provides a venue where conservatives may practice communication and hone their message, and breathe new life into conservative causes.  We are largely Republican, but conservatism is our true core. Our meetup …

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 …

Are you a parent of a gifted child in the Riverside County area? Is your child compassionate and bright but sometimes has a hard time dealing with their emotions and social issues? Are you looking for friends for your child that are just like them? Are you looking for support from other parents of gifted children who are also struggling to educate themselves and find both educational and social/emotional resources to help their gifted children? Then this may be the group for you. We are a new an …

Democracy for America • Orange County DFA-OC dates to the early days of the Howard Dean presidential campaign. The initial meetings of Dean For America began in late 2002, as Dean’s message that the “people have the power” and it was time to “take back America” attracted broad grassroots support across the country. With the end of his presidential campaign, the Orange County group became Democracy for America-Orange County. Since then, we have continued to support Dean’s initial agenda. We ha …

This is for MOMS CLUB of Upland South, Ontario & Montclair in Southern California. Our boundaries are zip codes for Upland in 91786, All of the cities of Ontario & Montclair and if you don't live in these areas please go to www.momsclub.org to find your nearest chapter to you.  Upland North also has their own MOMS Club, so if you need more info regarding them, please contact us as well! We are divided up geographically, so you'll meet people in your local area. Are you bored and tired of just do …

Meet other local people who are interested in Search Engine Optimization (SEO) techniques and more general issues related to Search Engine Marketing. Gather and share advice and info on better ways to work with search engines.

Mind Openers in Redlands is looking to gather like-minded individuals in the Inland Empire who are interested in what the few who are controlling our country and planet really have in mind for us, and the latest information about UFOs, New Energy physics and science.  Members can share videos and information at our meetings that are in line with the above topics. We will always have something of interest to watch, listen to, or discuss. Documentaries from Peter Joseph, Foster Gamble, David Wilco …