Want to practice your Korean? Enjoy Korean food? Follow K-pops and dramas? Looking for something fun to do? Let's meet up with others who are also interested in the Korean language and culture. All ages and levels of proficiency are welcome! _____________________________________________ IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ BEFORE JOINING We ask only two things from you to join the group: Upload a picture that clearly shows your face, and; remain active. :) Please join us! Let's have fun with Korean lan …

TO JOIN GROUP: Click on the " Join us!" button in the upper right. Fill out ALL profile questions. Short answers are fine. Please have patience when receiving membership confirmations. When I get busy, it may take over a week for me to respond. Note: Japanese characters do not work in profiles. Wait for the organizer to respond. The best way to find out about this meetup is to join the group and check out our calendar, past and future events. There are meetups every week. This Meetu …

Women United by the Passion to TRAVEL! - Are you faced with the dilemma of staying home because your friends either don't have the money, or time to travel with you and you're afraid to travel alone? No worries, Traveling Girlfriends has members that are just as excited to travel to the same destinations that you are interested in. Paris, France, French, Safari, Africa, Cuba, Jazz, Cuban Culture, Singles - Are you a teacher with time off and looking for a travel buddy? Travel with us during you …

Welcome Desis and Non Desis! Meet with other local Indian Professionals to network, hike, hang out, entertain and discuss the unique perspective that belongs to business and professional people who share an Indian descent. We love and encourage culture exchange. Everyone is welcome.

"Building connections within the Asian community and staying connected" Asian Groupting means: Group + Meeting Group + Outing Group + Connecting Who Asian Groupting is for: All Asians 20s and 30s that want break out of his or her boring, stale, daily routine and try something adventurous, learn new activities and skills, explore unfamiliar and exciting areas, and experience a variety of popular and hidden restaurants with OTHER ASIANS! And you do all this FOR FREE with a group of other Asians …

I STARTED THIS GROUP TO GATHER TOGETHER COOL, LAID BACK, NO DRAMA PEOPLE AND CULTURES FROM ALL OVER OVER THE WORLD RESIDING IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA AND ESPECIALLY METRO LA TO GET TOGETHER AND SHARE AND LEARN EACH OTHERS' CULTURES THROUGH VARIOUS ACTIVITIES INCLUDING HIKING, TRAVEL, EXCLUSIVE PRIVATE PARTIES, AND OTHER CULTURAL EVENTS. OUR ACTIVITIES WILL KNOW NO BOUNDARIES (WITHIN LAW). LETS JUST HAVE FUN AND ENJOY AND LEARN FROM EACH OTHER AND HOPEFULLY BUILD GREAT FRIENDSHIPS. THIS GROUP WILL B …

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 …

This group is interested in bringing together American people to interact, host, and find new friends with international people. We're getting together by doing activities like hiking, pot lucks, arts and crafts, cultural events, etc. around Los Angeles. All ages and nationalities are welcome to join. Looking forward to meeting new friends! Note: this group is not a dating service for Americans looking for international people. Thank you for your understanding. Please show support for homestay i …

We are a French language school in Culver City, Ca  http://www.frenchinmind.com. The goal of this group is to create a fun, friendly, and relaxed environment where anyone can come to hang out,  feel comfortable speaking French, and share the French culture. We will meet across our school at the Starbucks coffee shop. 9718 Washington Boulevard, Culver City, CA

Warning: If you become a member of this group you might have more fun than you can possibly handle. Do you want to meet NEW people, interested in new cultures, new friends ,(singles & couples!) . Let's learn the world together. do something DIFFERENT, and have FUN? That’s what Around The World is all about. Let's get together and drink coffee from Costa Rica, have Vodka from Russia, eat some taquitos from Mexico, or maybe some Italian Pizza, use some of our electronics made in China..... after …

Los Angeles is a make-up of very distinct neighborhoods, arts and culture, food and people. This meetup will encourage a diverse group of people to explore all that Los Angeles has to offer. The primary activity will be to take a short city walk once a month or every two months to check out 3 City Blocks in a Los Angeles neighborhood. This will involve dining, shopping, museums, happy hours, cultural events, a performance or a fitness activity. In addition, other events will be organized to just …

Sorry folks it’s to troublesome to maintain two groups so please join us at “Southern California History & Culture” which has the same historical events plus many cultural activities. Michele and I hope to see you soon - thanks! http://www.meetup.com/SouthernCaliforniaHistoryAndCulture/ Closed Group - Please Join “Southern California History & Culture”

I decided to organize this group because there seems to be many Korean Americans & many 1.5 & 2nd generation Koreans who want to learn more about the Korean culture, meet other Koreans & get back in touch with their roots. Since I came to the U.S. at a very young age & am very Americanized, I can relate to others like myself. With this group, I’m hoping to bring together such Koreans as myself who are searching to discover more about the Korean culture & the Koreans w/ the knowledge to help & ed …

Welcome to Interracial/Intercultural Meet Up! This site is for singles of ALL nationalities. If you are interested in this Meetup, you are a very special person, and we welcome you on this new and exiting adventure. The purpose of this Meetup Group is to break down interracial/intercultural barriers that needlessly separate human beings and to create a social network for its members to meet and interact in a friendly environment with people from diverse backgrounds. Men and women of different cu …

This is the first Drum Circle in Culver City, on the LAST SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH, AT NOON. Culver City Cultural Affairs is behind us, and it's a regular event! Come be a part of Culver City Culture! We have a great group of drummers of all skill levels and disciplines from Masters to Newbies, and we always have a great time. We usually have dancers, hoopers, families, teens and seniors too.  Come meet us! There's NO SIZE LIMIT! We will be meeting under the Pavilion in MEDIA PARK, IN CULVER CITY. …

This group is for anybody who wishes to speak French with others in a friendly and enthusiastic environment. The group encourages people of all levels to come together and speak French during the meetups. If people have knowledge of French and wish to share it, then the group is a tool for helping members to improve and grow in their French language conversation ability. The goal of this meetup is to bring together people of all speaking levels who will help one another and give encouragement to …

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 …

The purpose of APEX is to serve as a medium to bring increased awareness about and to Asian Americans through community service, fellowship, charitable fundraisers, cultural events, professional networking and educational seminars. By combining diverse skills and resources to support common goals, APEX strives to benefit not only the Asian American community, but also society at large. Ultimately, APEX hopes to create a unified sense of community among all Asian Americans, here in the United Sta …

Taiwanese American Professionals (TAP) is the largest network of young Taiwanese American professionals across the country, with chapters in major cities such as Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, New York, Chicago, and more! Taiwanese American Professionals (TAP) enhances the Asian-American community by bringing together individuals interested in professional/career development, cultural awareness and educational workshops. TAP provides resources and programs that inspire and empower; deve …

Experience THIS! is a group for people who want to step away from their daily routines and experience something unique and amazing!  Our experiences are designed to be self-contained adventures that connect you with experiences you have always wanted to try, or might not have known existed.   How many times have we said, "That sounds like fun, I would like to try that someday!"  But that "someday" keeps getting pushed down the road because it is difficult to plan, organize, or perhaps you just d …

This is Miss Asia USA's 25the year. In 2013 we are utilizing social media to expand our reach and influence our growing Asian Communities in Southern California. The Asian Communities are a huge economic force and growth in population in the last few years will soon surpass other population groups. Miss Asia USA is but a few pageants that are cross cultural, although the Asian part of the name may imply only Asian countries, it includes all of Asia, including Siberia, Russia, Iran, Turkey , et …

If you're Crazy for all things Desi, you've found the right place! Join a large circle of wonderful people and make new friends as we celebrate in a Hollywood meets Bollywood environment! Watch Bollywood movies, travel with us on daring adventures, dance 'til morning to the hottest and hippest Bollywood/Bhangra dance parties. Enjoy Indian cultural events, take hikes, road trips, camping, attend concerts inside theaters or outside under the stars, beach and park activities, eating at the hottest …

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. Any leve of English or Mandarin is accepted, but we are very serious about learning Mandarin. 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 missi …

Meet and mingle with fellow lolitas and fans of the Japanese Street fashion and culture. From the Classic to the ever-popular Gothic lolita and Sweet lolita, all categories of the "pretty, proper and elegant" Harajuku street fashion styles are all welcome! Meetup events will be schedule in both Los Angeles and OC, if you like Lolita styles and Harajuku street fashion, we want to meet you!! Please fill-in as much information as possible when you join our meetup group, don't forget to attach a pho …

Moms United of South Bay is a group of SAHMs (Stay-at-home-moms) & PTSAHMs (Part-time-stay-at-home-moms) who would like to meet other friendly and accepting women in the area for friendship and fun. Moms United of South Bay is all about entertaining, stimulating activities for our children (infant-5yrs old) in a relaxing and supportive atmosphere. We are serious about having a good time! LoL Moms from all walks of life who reside in the Beach cities area are welcome to join. Moms United of South …

Following the tradition of Gurdjieff, Ouspensky and Collin, The Academy of European Arts and Culture is a global school committed to the process of Awakening the Soul. Founded by the late Irish Philosopher, Mervyn Brady, the Academy has taught hundreds of people the fundamentals of a deeper understanding of one's interior world. As we study the work of philosophers, artists, mystics, theologians and scientists throughout the centuries, we gain practical tools to live an enriched life. During our …

This group is opened to MEChA alumni, Chicanas/os, and anyone who feels close to our comunidad. I have personally felt disconnected after years of living in the professional world.  I miss the interaction of our cultures and the need to keep each other connected with the latest news that affects our community. Let's keep each other involved. Hope the spirit of MEChA that taught us to help and serve our younger generations and elders still thrives. "La union hace la fuerza"

Because Cool Nerds are hard to find! Art, culture, travel, music, theater, photography, science, yoga, film, architecture, design, fashion, writing, poetry, wine, museums, nature, hiking, painting, social media...name your passion! Per Paul & George.. ""A Good Nerd is hard to find," "A Nerd is a terrible thing to waste."