Do you have a rational worldview based on the natural world? Do you seek ethical models in the world that are based on compassion, science, and empiricism? Do you have an affinity and respect for science and skepticism? Are you looking to meet others who share your worldview in one of the most religiously conservative corners of California? Then come check us out!

Welcome to the Ex-East Coasters and Friends Meetup Group! You have found your East Coast Family! East Coasters tend to find each other and really enjoy hanging out together. It doesn't matter if you just moved here last year, or 25 years ago, we all agree, our hearts are still back east. We are quick to share our point of views, our attitude, our jokes, our favorite ethnic foods, our sport teams, the arts and literature, political interests, and travel interests. We seem to bond without effort, …

This meetup focuses on the philosophy of secular humanism. It features articles, discussions, and meetings dealing with the subject of humanism as a perspective on reality and life.  Among other things, the site deals in detail with the history of humanism and the philosophies underlying the secular, humanist perspective. We shall soon organize discussion groups that will meet regularly to explore these topics.  This will be an opportunity for those interested in humanism to  meet other individu …

This group is intended to create a community for people who either have chickens or are thinking seriously about getting chickens. You should join if you like the idea of fresh eggs, local, ethical food and enjoy hilarious hens.

This group is created specifically for Creative Writers, who know they have something beautiful, meaningful, or helpful to say, know (or may not know yet) that they are incredibly talented, can make the time for writing, yet somehow, something else seems to always get in the way. We all know how self-defeating procrastination can be, waiting for a better time ("when I have more hours, when I am less rushed, etc.") until the opportunity is lost, but also that procrastination is merely a habit. J …

Chers amis Please read carefully before you join Our website is a hub that centralizes many French cultural and artistic opportunities. One of my strong beliefs is that being rich of many cultures is a blessing. We will strive to bring together the best of two cultures and that is why the best of American good manners and the best of American French good manners must be one of our rules of conduct. Answering emails from members promptly  and un-registering from events even if at the last minu …

LA Feminists Meetup Group welcomes all feminists across the board. We welcome participation of men as well as women. Feminism is a term used in various contexts. We want to stick to the original idea. This group is focused on discussions and networking. We discuss today's problems along with methods we can use to make a positive impact on our society. My research suggests that every person can make a positive change. We don't want to get stuck with dictionary definitions. This group is fo …

ACREA is comprised of Christians in the Real Estate Industry who seek to promote Christian ethics and standards in their work.

We are a local group of compassionate people dedicated to healthy lifestyles that promote kindness and peace in our community.  We're based in Orange County, California.  However, our offerings are relevant for people anywhere in the world as online wellness sessions and virtual events. Veganism is the foundation for justice, health, wholeness, and compassion in our lives and in the larger world. I've found that there are many vegan groups out there, but many of us (including myself) would benef …

In my work as a clergyman, I find myself going back to the great philosophers constantly -- the Greeks -- e.g., Plato, Aristotle, the Romans -- e.g. Cicero, Marcus Aurelius, and any modern thinkers who thought is connected to the ancients. It occurs to me there may be others in the area who would like to read, study and discuss the foundations of the Western mind, and who don't want to drive in to the excellent sounding groups in Santa Monica. We meet monthly in my living room in Sherman Oaks. N …

Our meetings focus on building our businesses and establishing a great network of influential people.... We are dedicated to building ethical and trusting business relationships. We do this by getting to know each other on both a personal and professional level. We share leads and generate new business for active participants. Join us and see what the excitement is all about. And don’t forget… Bring Lots of Business Cards!

THIS MEETUP IS CLOSED. WE HAVE MERGED WITH THE LA FILM & TV MEETUP AT www.meetup.com/indiefilm-169/. PLEASE JOIN US! The Women in Entertainment ™MeetUpis an extension of ourorganization, Women Helping Women™in Entertainment Network (WHW) (http://WHWNETWORK.com), which provides unparalleled opportunities for women (and progressive, like-minded men) in the entertainment industry. WHW exists for the purposeof supporting, assisting, and empowering women in entertainment, and for the mutual benefit, …

Hello Do you want to be happy? Do you know how to be happy? Sounds like a silly question, but most of us don't! Although earning piles of money, finding a wonderful partner or 'the perfect job' may seem like the answer for a while, eventually life teaches us that true happiness lies elsewhere! Well, welcome to the Los Angeles Meetup Group “Buddhist Methods for Developing True Happiness & Wellbeing”. We are a group of friendly, sincere, warm-hearted Buddhist practitioners studying Mahayana & Vajr …

Reasonable Faith Los Angeles Area Chapter We are a group of Christian believers who study and discuss apologetics, as well as philosophical and theological issues. Our springboard is the scholarly work of William Lane Craig and his book "Reasonable Faith".

The Beverly Hills Women's Network is the perfect destination for happy, affluent renaissance women who are focused on living their lives to the fullest and creating a relevant legacy! Renaissance: --n. a revival or rebirth, especially of culture and learning. A renewal of life, interest, or vigor. Membership Has It's Privileges. What Are The Next Steps ? 1. Submit a true, recent and accurate photo of your "human" self and not an "avatar" nor photos of flowers, animals, or the like that you feel …

Unique Classes, Lectures and meetings which are intended to expand your personal power & empower you in all areas of your life. Darshini In Spirit is a (British) INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED CLAIRCOGNITIVE (which is a Medium, Psychic, Clairvoyant, Clair-audio, Clairsentient & other gifts). DARSHINI IS AN AUTHOR, BI-MONTHLY GUEST ON AN INTERNATIONAL RADIO SHOW AND IS ON T.V.. She is also a Motivational/Guest Speaker, Spiritual & Empowerment Teacher (70+ uniquely evocative life-changing empowerment …

The Katella Grill, 1325 Katella Ave (& Main), Orange, CA (714) 997-9191 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Welcome to a one of a kind series, as much a party as a class! "Journey" is a group self-discovery, values & ethics human relation series, begun in 1990, taught for 15 years, and then for 5 on-line! It is designed to explore how we can better incorporate our metaphysical and spiritual beliefs into our lives. In essence - HOW we will w …

Do you relentlessly pursue personal growth? Do you feel compelled to help others? Are you compassionate and sensitive to other people's feelings? Are you a "big picture" person? Do you prefer meaningful/substantive conversation? Do you feel like you have a sense of mission? Do you have deep feelings that you fear no one else truly understands? Do you prize friendly cooperation? If you do, you may be an iNtuitive Feeler (NF). --==PURPOSE OF GROUP==-- Myers-Briggs (MBTI) iNtuitive Feelers (NF) / K …

Our Cosmos is a social group whose purpose is to share and inspire a love of science and of learning, and to develop interest in both the Cosmos and intellectual curiosity.  It encourages exploration into planetary and earth sciences, health, ethics, and society. Various activities include stage and TV venues for science education purposes and trips exploring and learning about our Cosmos, such as archaeological digs, tours of planetary facilities, nature photography and trips to geological/astr …

APe Action, established in January 2007, is a non-profit organization committed to promoting change through the education of moral and ethical values relating to animals, people and the environment. We strive to encourage kindness and empathy for the interconnection of humans, animals, and the earth. Through our dog rescue, PSAs, documentaries and various educational programs we encourage communities to tackle social issues.   For a full list of our available list of our companions and to learn …

"The Garden" consists of people of all ages living in the area who want to connect with one another and discuss a wide range of topics that deal with faith, spirituality, ethics, and social justice.  The group averages around a dozen participants and gathers together every Wednesday evening in front entry room (or adjacent inner patio) of Claremont United Methodist Church.  The hot coffee, tea and cookies are free while we share in contemporary Christian music, conversation and communion. While …

Mountain Movers: A Network of Christian Professionals is a faith-based, non-profit organization with a threefold mission to: EQUIP Christian professionals to cultivate Christ-centered family and work lives. ENGAGE biblical principles in the area of personal finances and to steward God's given wealth and resources for His Kingdom purposes. BUILD a strong, supportive community of Christian professionals who can connect and socialize without compromising Christian values and ethics. Our vision is …

Vegans/Vegetarians of Menifee/Temecula and surroundings are a group of compassionate animal lovers that wish to meet like-minded people and share amazing healthy vegan food, and participate in events that promote compassion toward animals and a healthy nutritional lifestyle. We will have meetups created by you, as well as fun and exciting ones I have in mind, such as; Potlucks, movie junk food nights, holiday events, animal sanctuary tours, cooking classes and recipe sharing gatherings, dessert …

This meet-up is specifically catered to those who live in and around the high desert and consider themselves polyamorous or whom are curious about the idea of polyamory or other forms of non-monogamy. We are hoping to build a community for those who believe there is more to life and love than monogamy. Overall, we are hoping to have a caring, supportive group that will allow community members to be themselves while exploring the wonders that exist within the ideas of polyamory. This is a family …

This is a Sanctuary for Psychic Enthusiasts, Spiritual Healers, and anyone interested in developing their abilities, no matter what stage you're at. All are welcome! Here you can find solace with like-minded Souls who are on the same Spiritual path. You can develop your abilities through ethical classes (beginning thru advanced) and by engaging in some really fun psychic experiments. You will have the ability to utilize your skills by performing practice readings in a safe, nurturing environment …

We will meet every other week (unless people want to meet more) to discuss great works of philosophy. I will outline the readings to get us started, but then we will open it up to the group to see what interests everyone. The readings will be kept short so that you can jump in when you have the time. We will mostly meet around Hollywood (suggestions are welcome for locations) and will be trying out some different times at first to see what works for members.

Orange County Ladies' Social Club The Orange County Ladies' Social Club is the perfect destination for happy, affluent, stay-at-home wives (aged 21-35) seeking to form true and lasting friendships with others. We will meet regularly for luncheons and other social outings in Orange County. What are the next steps? 1. Submit a true, recent and accurate photo of yourself and not an "avatar" (i.e. photos of flowers, animals, etc.). Our page is private, therefore, only pre-vetted members will see y …

We will be following the model recommended by The Dalai Lama Foundation for the study of "Ethics for the New Millennium" by His Holiness The Dalai Lama. Initially we are looking at a nine (9) week study of the book, but we may adjust that to suit the group's needs and schedules. The foundation notes: "We believe if we are to build a world in the twenty first century where every sunrise promises reduced suffering, increasing concord and more widespread peace, we must begin in a small way, at a pe …