Bossa Nova came about from a marriage between Samba rhythms, West Coast Jazz musical approach, poetry and the mid-50's vibe of Brasil, especially in Rio de Janeiro. The musical form gained steam following the partnership between Tom Jobim (composer) and Vinicius de Moraes (poet) (which gave birth to many timeless classic songs like Girl from Ipanema and the classic film Black Orpheus) and Joao Gilberto's revolutionary guitar work, among many other factors. The music found its way to the jazz cir …

Over the hill? Out of gas? One foot in the grave? They couldn't be talking to you because if you're reading this, you're far from being "done" with living and you're looking for new stuff to do! Well, this is it! I'm a Meetup organizer that loves to go out dancing above anything else socially. But I also love the Hollywood Bowl, Jazz concerts, the Magic Castle, art fairs, dinner out on the town or intimate dinner parties at home with a dozen or so of my fave people in attendance. I also like the …

This is a group interested in the deep, transformational healing experienced through sound and breath meditation...specifically sound from sacred instruments such as gongs, Himalayan singing bowls, crystal bowls, tingshaws, rainsticks and chimes and a three-part Prana Yama Breathwork practice. The first  event begins the evening of Saturday, June15, 2013. The cost for this four-hour event is $50.00 and includes an evening of non-stop sacred music (featuring one-dozen professional gongs set up in …

Social events Over 40 is a fun group to meet new people, find new friends and have a good time. We have an eclectic mix of events from casual dinners, movies, music concerts, art museums, summer festivals, happy hours, social parties, mixers, hikes, walking and more for everyone over the age of forty. So if you are in your 40s, 50s, or 60s please join us at one of our events, and meet new people who enjoy having fun! Please read over our Group Policies here: http://www.meetup.com/Social-Events-O …

Hello; This page is dedicated to put various types of musicians together for the purpose of Jammin. Blues, Rock, Jazz, Country, R&B, or a little mixture of all. I think a group like this would be a great vent journey for those that need to get it out in the air or in a studio. I would like to see a great group of Jammers that would just like to get together when need be for Charity events, BBQ's, Biker events, Party's or just flat out GET TOGETHER Jammin. I think that if we get enough people tha …

Thank you for checking out our group. hank you for checking out our group. Active Singles Adventures has been in Los Angeles for 22 years now. We used to be Athletic Singles Association but changed our name so as not to intimidate anyone (and because a person didn't need to be "athletic" to enjoy our group).  But we are still "ASA" and we have opened up our events on Meetup. We continue to organize interesting social and active events so you can come out and meet our travelers and consider comin …

The Perfect Mixture Interracial Dating Group: Black Women and Non-Black Men PLEASE READTHE REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS GROUP. TOO MANY PEOPLE ARE ATTEMPTING TO JOIN THE GROUP, BUT DO NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS AND/OR DO NOT HAVE A PHOTO. The Perfect Mixture Interracial Dating Group brings together lifestyle-oriented individuals who share a passion for city life and the richness of a multicultural social scene. This group provides an eclectic, culturally-rich environment, where people come together to …

Those interested in "HAVING FUN WHILE WE ARE STILL SINGLE", Parties, Lounge Parties, Club Parties, Live Venue Music, Much more to come! We all work too much! Looking forward to exploring the fun times with new friends!!! We are called THE FAB 4 as there are 4 of us who create and work our Events, and we like the Beatles :) ALSO JOIN OUR OTHER GROUP: WE LOVE CLASSIC ROCK  Link:http://www.meetup.com/WE-LOVE-CLASSIC-ROCK/ All of our Events are listed once you join our Group.. This is being listed o …

This is a group for anyone interested in Yiddish culture, music, dance, theater, movies, klezmer, language, food, etc.   This group is open to all mentchen (people); our main goal is to have an interest in Yiddish.  All outlooks and philosophies of Jewish/Yiddish life will be accepted - ranging from frum/Chabad to liberal/Workmen's Circle.  Mir zeinen ale brider un shvester...we are all brothers and sisters! All skill levels are welcome. Looking forward to meeting other Yiddish enthusiasts! * Di …

Do you love to jam with other musicians? This group meets once a month (every second Tuesday of the month at 10pm) at a club in Santa Monica. Cheep beer and a really great place to network with other musicians, for creative projects, or just hanging out. We will decide on a "set" ahead of time and everyone will get a chance to play along and will solo if desired. This jam night is open to all instrumentalists and all vocalists. So that everyone gets stage time we ask that musicians sign up in g …

Verbal tradition holds that Songmakers was started in the late 1940's as an informal jamming group. A 1963 newsletter reported the club was formally launched in 1953 as a "workshop" for songwriters. Since then it has evolved into a mutual support and social group for songwriters, musicians and singers wanting to improve their craft, meet like-minded folks, play lots of music together, and generally have a lot of FUN! Songmakers was incorporated in the '60s as a non-profit organization with a set …

This group welcomes those single professionals that may or may not be retired 50 - 70yrs of age that want new friends to get together for outings, like jazz, musicals, picnics, bowling, barbques, exercise, biking and some traveling. It will be nice for you to be able to host a group meeting at your place, or a designated venue. We will figure that out later.

"A happy life is just a string of happy moments. But most people don't allow the happy moment, because they're so busy trying to get a happy life." -Abraham Hicks Happy Singles with focusing on Fun, date and adventures This is a nice group of singles who want to expand their social circle.  It is where you will meet other professional, well-mannered and happy singles. We are chill, we love to laugh, adventures and have fun. We like to do activities that focus on volunteerism, music, dance and al …

The Friendship Circle of Long Beach is all about creating an upbeat, down to earth community of fun people in their 40's and 50's from all walks of life. There is no doubt that you all may have close friends in your life. We all do. Let's face it. As life changes, so do friendships. We hope as a group of friendly people you are willing to take a journey at this time in your life to experience and share new experiences, develop new friendships, and enjoy and experience a variety of activities. Ma …

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This is a group for guys, 30s-50s, who want to get out and make some new friends on the Westside. If you'd like to get out and do guy stuff; play or watch some football, get a fantasy league going, go bowling, play a little tennis or softball, find some good bars or restaurants for happy hour, network a bit, watch guy movies, play some paintball this could be a group for you. It doesn't matter if you're a single dad (I am), have a girlfriend, or wife- if you want to make some guy friends, you're …

Happy Hours over 40 is a fun group for meeting people over the age of forty at local bars, lounges and restaurants. We enjoy wine, beer, cocktails, food, dining, and music together. Lets try some of our favorite nightclubs together. We can also visit some brand new clubs, check out new restaurants for dining. Maybe do a bar crawl. Everyone in the age range of 40, 50, 60 is welcomed to join us! So if you are over fourty and want to get out and make new friends while drinking your favorite wine, b …

What does LIVELY mean? Describes a person who is full of life and energy, active, spirited, animated, vivacious When it describes an activity, it means eventful, stirring or exciting Perfectly describes who we are and what we do This is a group of fun, friendly, social, down-to-earth, QUALITY people (mostly 30s & 40s) having a great time together! FUN events, oh yeah, but the people are what make it... Huge range of activities such as dining out, live music venues, happy hours, dinner parties …

Get ready to take your Meetup Experience to the NEXT LEVEL and CONNECT with an incredible group of friends! "Entourage" is the Largest & Most Active Asian Meetup Group in So Cal, and also on the Wst Coast, with many diverse events to choose from EVERY SINGLE WEEK! GET READY to take FUN to NEXT LEVEL! Here's an example of some of our past events... * FREE Mixer Parties Club Events with 470+ RSVPs * House Parties & BBQs with 250+ Attendees *  Huge Beach BBQ Bonfire Parties * Hiking LA's Most Beaut …

"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 …

We are the largest foodie group in Southern California. Meet People Interested in Dining Out, cooking, baking or drinking in L.A.! Enjoy & share culinary talents with our 4,000+ fellow foodies, gourmets, wine lovers, chefs and home cooks. Discover new restaurants, visit Food Festivals, grab some cheap eats, check out the latest foodie trucks, farmers markets, wine tastings & meet new friends. Learn about dining discounts too. Let's broaden our horizons and get together for some themed potluck di …

You want OC? You GOT-OC! Thank you for wanting to Get Out There and do something different in Orange County. This group has been around for over four years and looking back, we have done some very cool things! If you are into Orange County Sports, mainly the Anaheim Ducks and the Anaheim Angels, you will find that we offer some very cool experiences relating to the games! Also if you like concerts and comedy, we do those often enough for you to get your fill! GOT-OC also has been known to creat …

Singles. Singles. Singles.... Calling all Professional Fun Singles.  Are you single and ready to mingle? Are you a relationship minded single that is ready to take the next step in life but also wants to make sure the love of your life is your friend that can share activities with you that you already love or are willing to try?  Or maybe he/she is able to handle social or professional networking settings? Join us!  We are fun singles that want to expand our circle of friends and meet new people …

Welcome to the neighborhood! CULTURE PUB Los Angeles is a world–class cultural amusement park from Pasadena, Chinatown, to the Miracle Mile and the Westside. Let’s chart an expedition into excitement and intrigue! Join art aficionados in search of treasures at world renown museums, contemporary galleries, and the hip new art scenes sprouting up. THE SOCIAL VIBE The good news is your fellow members are a sharp mix of people who are inquisitive and outgoing. Most are college age mid 20s to early …

We are the largest dining/foodie group with special emphasis on all the Asian cuisines with over 1,900+ members. Meet other local foodies at our many dining events who wish to share sushi & Asian cuisines and explore new Asian restaurants around town. You don't need to be Asian to join, but you do need to love dining on Asian food! We will explore both high end gourmet as well as highly recommended local dives in search of a great place to eat and meet others who share our love of Asian food. To …

This is a group designed to bring together non-black women who would love to meet and explore relationships with LA area black men!

This is a group for singles in their 30's and 40's who live in or near Azusa. I think we can have lots fun getting together for happy hours, movie nights, dinner or a night out on the town....suggestions are always welcome. I hope to meet you soon.

I want to show case LA's MOST ELIGIBLE. If you think you are a "TOTAL PACKAGE", then join us. Best, Jessie