Can we all just get a longboard? Yes! Meet, ride, and hang out with local longboarders and skateboarders of all shapes and sizes. All those who want to learn how to design, build, and ride the coolest longboards and skateboards on the planet are welcome to join. The owners of Huntington Beach based longboard and skateboard companies are getting involved and helping to make Surf City a more skate-friendly place. The group shares knowledge of events, hot spots, tips, tricks, and equipment. Bring y …

YOUNG PROFESSIONALS IN ENERGY – JANUARY 31 The Los Angeles Chapter of Young Professionals in Energy (YPE) will hold its next networking meeting on Monday, January 31, 2011 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Association, 110 East 6th Street, Los Angeles, CA 900141-2006. JANUARY 31 IS A FREE ADMISSION EVENT The happy hour/networking event will be highlighted by a speech from David Freeman, an energy executive, engineer, attorney and author who is one of the leaders in American energy policy and currentl …

Join us for a unique opportunity to learn about cob in an urban setting. During these meetings, participants will build a cob oven and cob seating area in the backyard of our hosts' private residence. Oven construction, basic cob mixing and building techniques, niches and sculptural elements will be taught. Theory topics include foundations, roofing, and the logistics of acquiring project materials in the city. Participants will have enough knowledge to take on their own backyard project.

We are a group of moms in and around the Antelope Valley. We epitomize diversity in all areas of our lives; however, as mothers, we all sharea acommon goal. We are looking for an outlet for ourselves and our children. Maintaining friendships is hard as our interests change, or we relocate. This group is designed to help structure a comfortable environment for mothers and children to build friendships, share their sills and just get out of the house. We have a montly book club, regular park/home …

A cooperative grocery store created and owned by the vibrant community it serves--This is the Arroyo Food Co-op, an alternative grocery store that will serve L.A.'s northeast: Altadena, Pasadena and beyond. A LOCAL RESPONSE TO GLOBAL CHALLENGES Combining the regional flavors of a farmer's market, the warmth of an old-fashioned corner store and the convenience of a supermarket. YOU have a voice here, and a place to join together with other, like-minded neighbors to envision, build and shop at t …

Welcome to the home of California's BIM Group Inland Empire, or BUG-IE.This group gathers together every month for two simple things; networking and learning about BIM software, where it is and where it is headed. We dedicate much of our time and effort to make this group successful and most, if not all, members are involved each month to help everyone learn something new about BIM. Thank you all members and non-members for making this BIM user group continue to grow and get better every single  …

We are a group of green/sustainable entrepreneurs and startups working to build our businesses and strengthen a new economy for the Los Angeles area. By co-working we are able to collaborate to exchange ideas and find new ways to solve problems the way entrepreneurs do.

GBN is a non-profit providing the owners and decision-makers of socially and environmentally conscious businesses a time and place for connecting, sharing, deal-making and networking. Our mission is to connect those who understand the importance and opportunity of environmentally friendly commerce. If this is you, or you would like to learn more about what that means, we host local gatherings to promote a better tomorrow! On the second Tuesday of every month since April, 2006, GBN has hosted the …

Welcome to Southern California's Only Eco-friendly Open Air Market & Holistic Fair! Current status of OCGM - on hiatus for now until I have time again to spend building it up again. The IVC location didn't work out as I'd hoped. My new vision is for OC Green Market is to operate every 3 months in different cities around Orange County. It'll be kind of like a gypsy traveling mini eco-festival and market with music, performances, activities, kid's crafts and more. I'm hoping to re-open this year b …

Welcome to So Cal Offroad Trails.  The objective of this group is to have fun and make new friends while enjoying the outdoors.  We are a family-focused group of off-road enthusiasts that promote OHV education, safety, and stewardship. Our membership is open to ATVs, green sticker & dual sport motorcyclists, dune buggies, 4x4s and side-by-sides (UTVs).  Also, we attend off-road related events such as expos, shows and races!  We plan our off-road adventures on trails rated easy (green), moderate …

Come and play in a conscious way! Explore, learn, grow, evolve, practice, and develop community with open minded, alive, awake people. Sexual energy is a powerful tool for transformation, healing, solidifying relationship, and community building. This group is about helping Los Angelenos meet their deep inner yearning for more sensuality, more sexiness, and more connection. We do this by inviting any and all sex positive groups, events, or individuals to let the group know about happenings that …

If you are a business owner or decision-maker in any stage of the development of your business, it is time to try a new entrepreneurial strategy for your business. We really are a different sort of business group, and that is why we call ourselves a "Business Development Group," rather than a "Networking Group." We enable you to take your business contact and growth process to a whole new level. In fact, our group can help you to get more out of the other networking groups that you may be attend …

Root Simple is about back to basics, DIY living, encompassing homegrown vegetables, chickens, herbs, hooch, bicycles, cultural alchemy, and common sense. We're always learning, figuring stuff out, taking advantage of the enormous smarts of our friends and our on-line community, and trying to give some of that back in turn. Root Simple is a gathering place for everyone. We'll post our speaking engagements, book signings classes and other happenings of interest to the readers of our blog.

Join Ruben Flores, Award-winning California Horticulturalist and owner of Laguna Nursery, as he leads groups through the neighborhoods and gardens of Orange County. Amazing opportunities unfold for garden walkers to see private gardens while learning and having fun with one of California's top landscape designers. Tours meet at least once a month and usually originate at Laguna Nursery in Laguna Beach.

This group was created to unite current and future Earth building fans and artists worldwide, and to promote related events within the community. The group was founded by Erik Ven, graduate of the Nader Khalili founded CalEarth Earth Art and Architecture Institute. Our goal is to introduce this life changing building method called Superadobe, along with other alternative building and sustainable living methods to more and more people. We invite and welcome not only those who want to learn, but a …

The terms Renaissance man is used to describe a man (or woman, as "Renaissance woman") who is well educated or who excels in a wide variety of subjects or fields. The idea developed in Renaissance Italy from the notion expressed by one of its most accomplished representatives, Leon Battista Alberti (1404–72): that “a man can do all things if he will.” It embodied the basic tenets of Renaissance Humanism which considered man empowered, limitless in his capacities for development, and led to the n …

Instead of shopping for new items, why not swap out your unused clothing, household items, or anything that you think is taking up space in your home. Another person's old treasure is your new treasure. Or do you have a special skill set, like playing the guitar? - Perhaps, someone wants to learn and in exchange teach you how to cook authentic Italian recipes. Services are also something worth swapping, not to mention it promotes community building. Join if you want to meet others like you in th …

In the spirit of moving toward zero waste and stewardship of our planet's resources, the Repair Cafe/Pasadena links local handy people to folks in need of repairs of all kinds: clothing, appliances, bikes, furniture, electronics...and more. The Repair Cafe is inspired by the philosophy of a Sharing Economy. We share our time, skills and talents to build a more vibrant local community, one repair at a time." The Repair Cafe/Pasadena is jointly sponsored by the Arroyo Time Bank http://www.arroyoti …

Hermosa is a small green city in Southern California on the coast. We are building a community garden where we can give classes on gardening and organic food growth. We garden in raised beds that are 4 x 8, large enough to grow enough veggies to feed a 4 member family all Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter. We can grow veggies year round because of our mediteranean climate. We are so lucky. I am a UC Davis Master Gardener and I have gardened my whole life. This is my passion and I want to share it …

[center][b]Generate the Commitment and Cash to Do What Matters MOST to You.[/b][/center] Who benched you!?! Get in the game, on the field. Hang out with people who support you in doing what matters MOST to you. We're mixing entrepreneurial training, goal setting and accountability in a fun, fast paced format. We’re kicking butt for personal development and self-empowerment. Our BIG game is, 300 [i][b]byWhen?[/i][/b]® groups with 30+ member; each living with purpose and passion-- pursuing what …

The Institute of Urban Ecology is a non-profit organization dedicated to educating, inspiring, and coordinating people to come together around nature and food. We are working to create a community of dedicated and motivated individuals to make positive significant changes to our {sub}urban environments by putting ecology into action through gardening, urban farming, sustainable design, permaculture and community building.

The purpose of this group is to assemble a small group of entrepreneurial individuals, willing to donate time, money, workspace and expertise in order to design, prototype, refine, build and bring to market a household size solar thermal electricity generating system that beats solar cells in the dollar to watt arena. This will be a teamwork oriented, collaborative enterprise aimed at actually building the prototype, forming an LLC and producing a marketed and manufactured product. Skills needed …

Lets get together and help each other in building our dream EV cars,motorcycles,trikes and or full on design and builds. In exchanging ideas, support and a helpng hand. We can all get to that freedom from the oil cartels and feel the freedom of stopping every morning at the gas station money pit. Looking forward to seeing you all soon.  Im currently workin on a website that you may be interested in and I could use some help filling it up with projects built by our group, check it out at http://w …

Are you an Entrepreneur that has built successful companies? Smart person that has what it takes to be an entrepreneur? Do you have a great idea that you would like to partner up with someone to build a company? This group is designed for entrepreneurs that would like to meet other entrepreneurs and share ideas, possibly meet potential business partners and socialize in a relaxed setting outside of suits, board rooms, the shark tank etc. Come have a couple drinks, meet new people and see how you …

Valhalla California is a group based out of Los Angeles whose goal is to form and build a 100% sustainable community. Homes start at $7,000 and grow their own food, recycle water, heat and cool themselves, and utilize solar energy. No bills! Participants can focus all their energy on producing whichever art form they desire. We have entered the 'MY LA2050' contest that awards 8 recipients $100,000 to kick-start their project. It is decided upon a public online vote, so this is a great chance to …

Calling all Los Angeles Architects, Interior Designers, Builders and those in the Design industry, join our Los Angeles networking group! This group is dedicated to uniting members of our community in order to make new friends and share the latest trends. Through networking events and informative seminars this group will thrive as a network of motivated design professionals in Los Angeles! http://www.meetup.com/LADesignIndustry/