This is a group for those interested in affordable travel to all destinations. If you enjoy weekend getaways, cruises or tours, making new friends and having travelling companions, then this is the group for you. For those that may prefer to travel alone, you can still take advantage of our lower group rates and amenities. Come to our meetings to hear our exciting Travel Experts talk about the latest trends in travel. Expand your knowledge of best places to travel, best times to go and trip …

We are an active group of couples (married, unmarried, kids , no kids) who like to get together and have fun. We plan to have plenty of meetups each month such as: Meeting at local restaurants, wine bars, dance clubs, live music venues / concerts, weekend hiking, camping trips, weekend trips (Vegas, etc.), and even just an impromptu barbecue. Most events are for couples or dates (no singles please), and we will even have meetups to include the kids on occasion.

This is a support group for Christian couples or couples wanting to learn about Christian tips for keeping marriage intact even though carrying for toddlers or little ones is a major part in our lives. Also for Christian couples that would like to mentor other couples on best code of conduct to invite a better relationship based on Christ Counseling. We hope to find time to get together either on Friday nights or weekends in informal gatherings as our kids would mostly join us, yet the group wil …

When we are meaningfully connected with others we thrive. Research on happiness shows that having strong relationships is at the heart of health and happiness. Join us and learn powerful skills to improve your relationships. Whether you are in a romantic relationship you'd like to improve or want to have deeper friendships or want to connect more meaningfully with those you come across in your day to day work life, this is the Meetup for you. We'll present info, learn skills and have lots of tim …

Mission Statement: The Humanist Community of Ventura County was formed to provide a welcoming social environment for those committed to secular values and community service. Essentially, we're your friendly neighborhood non-believers who are here to show the world that we're “good without god.”  More than anything, we provide a safe and positive sense of community among local Ventura County Humanists! We meet for discussion groups monthly, as well as social gatherings, outdoor activities, and co …

Celebration Dance International is a5+ year old organization that has a unique and new concept in fun and entertainment for Christians which also serves as an invaluable resource for recruiting nonbelievers for His Kingdom! We provide healthy and exciting God–centered social dance classes and dance-related events and activities that make being a Christian exciting, fun, more purposeful and focused. WE HAVE FUN! If you want to come out and have a little healthy fun for a dance night in a safe env …

The hardest part about the shy part of my past life was going to a party or event, hanging around for a couple of hours and no one ever knew I was there to begin with. I guess I was invisible to all of them. ***But being invisible was my own choice, wasn't it. I was uncomfortable being around strangers. I avoided social situations where interaction was required. I worried all the time about what others thought of me when I spoke and I never seemed to know what to say anyway. Any of this sound fa …

Unique events for single gay women over 35 interested in meeting other single gay women for dating and relationships. Some examples: Fun, Casual Wine & Food Paring Afternoon, Exclusive Group Cooking Class & Dinner, Chauffeured Wine Country Day Trip, Elegant Dinner Party with Private Chef, Sunset Cocktails & Appetizers Overlooking The Pacific. Events are individually created to optimize relaxed interaction and conversation. A welcoming, relaxed environment is paramount, and hosts are experts in f …

Valerie Daley's early love of folk dancing led to her career as a professional modern dancer. She now teaches international folk dance classes in Ventura on Thursday nights. Folk dancing is great exercise and a wonderful way to make friends. People of all ages and dance ability can folk dance. Folk dances are traditional dances from all over the world, modified by modern choreographers so they can be enjoyed as a form of recreational dance in the USA and elsewhere. Some folk dances are breathtak …

This is a Meetup Group for the Red Light Lounge The Red Light Lounge is categorized as a Social Night of Soul & Poetry. "The BEST Night of the Month!! -a recent attendee exclaimed Great People Amazing Musicians Quality Music and BEST of All...FREE DRINKS!!! We open the show with Open Mic every event, then move into our featured Performers of the night. So come down, have a couple of Drinks, get the courage to get on stage, and show us what YOU got!!!

This group is for people - single or couples - who want to learn and dance West Coast Swing. West Coast Swing is a modern form of swing dancing that evolved from the jitterbug of the 30's and 40's. It's a little slower, smoother and sexy.  We are a very social group that mixes up partners, so you don't need a partner to come to one of our events. We've currently got monthly dances in Thousand Oaks and quarterly dances in Ventura.  At the T.O. dances, there is always a beginning lesson at the be …

Creating a closer global community through food, conversation, and new friends -- one bite and one word at a time A place for folks with global interests Have you ever traveled and came back to town - and just felt like you needed to connect with people who understood where you just were, what you saw and how you felt? Now you can. This is a place for travelers and those who seek to be more globally aware to unite and exchange. Its a place to get excited about things happening right in your comm …

This is a group for anyone interested in single social speed dating events and mixers/parties. No Waiting Dating has been in existence for ten years now as we look forward to having single events for everyone's entertainment pleasures. We have had events in the SFV Ventura and LA counties over those years. Our events for the past year mainly are in the Valley but are looking to expand our business with other groups in the very near future. We usually have parties with LA Singles Society and gene …

Only $10 gets you a glass (or more) of wine, cheese and crackers and a Saturday night that is uniquely creative. (No artistic talent required) This fun workshop is lead by Pamela Hayes, a Board Certified Art Therapist who has been working in this field for over twenty years. Saturday, April 20th, 6:00 to 7:30 PM Location: Good Life Academy, 18719 Calvert Street, Tarzana, CA 91335 Cost: $10 / person, $15 / couple

My wife and I are both in our early 30's, we have 2 kids, and we still love to go out (dinners, movies, bars, brunch, art galleries, bike ride, special events,concerts, etc). Most our friends that have had kids have disappeared and don't leave the house. This group is meant for PARENTS that are still young (or young at heart), and still enjoy having a social life, and like to go out (sometimes with the kids, sometimes without). People ages late 20's-early 40's, live in or close to the West LA ar …

Understanding Love through Modern Movies "Cinema is an ocean. Some float on the surface. Others dive for pearls." Are you a film lover and a fan of human relationships? I've created this Meetup group so single friends can enjoy a relaxing movie and talk about its beauty and underlying message. Each movie will be shown in a private home theater equipped with a large plasma screen and surround sound stereo. Initially, I'll choose films about love and romance, which may or may not have stereotypica …

I am founding this group because I am a newly divorced father of two little girls. I am struggling a little bit after ending an 18 year marriage. i have little girls aged 4 and 6. I feel a bit challenged, i lost most of our couples friends in the divorce and I know absolutely no other single fathers in the same position. I would like to meet with like minded dads who accept the challenge of putting their children first. I hope to build a network of dads in a similar position.

Maybe you are single and tired of looking for the right partner. Maybe you are divorced and still having problems with your ex. Maybe you are sandwiched between taking care of your aging parents and young kids. Maybe you are married and longing to rejuvenate your marriage. Maybe you are widowed and mourning the loss of your spouse. Maybe you are thinking about reconciling with your ex and wondering if you should. Maybe you are ending a relationship and feeling the loss. Maybe you are struggling …

Newly forming group of vital married couples who may be recent transplants, retirees or still working who seek to broaden their social horizons. If you're a married couple new to the Santa Monica area or feeling you need to establish connections to other couples of your age, consider joining us. We are about making lasting friends of fellow nice, unpretentious, gracious, interesting, liberal-minded and other-oriented pairs who like to get together in small groups, share and learn from each other …

Ballroom dancing for the local community. Meet other local Ballroom Dancers! Learn how to dance the Waltz, Viennese Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, Cha-Cha- Cha, Rumba, Swing, Disco-Fox, Night Club Two Step and more! Learn some new dance moves and fancy, yet easy-to-learn steps. Please note that Meet-up reservations do not reflect the actual attendance, as we advertise this event through other venues as well. As with every hobby, you need to practice. After the 1.5 hour class you will have the oppor …

We are a free poker league.

Let's have a good time! We will be getting together on a monthly basis (usually the third Thursday of the month) to taste and enjoy various wines in a casual and relaxed environment. Life is too short to drink bad wine, so let's crack open the good stuff, enjoy some tasty appetizers and engage in some interesting conversation. Wine newbies to full fledged wine snobs are welcome to join us. We look forward to seeing you at one of our upcoming events.

There are soooooo many Meetup Groups in the Valley and in LA....there has always been a need for something closer to home. This group is to get the local lesbian community together for casual, fun events in Ventura County. This includes: Thousand Oaks, Newbury Park, Moorpark, Simi Valley, Westlake Village, Camarillo, Oxnard and Ventura. (Members must live in one of those cities to join) We welcome singles or couples of any age that are looking to make new friends and try new things. We will be …

If you enjoy country music and dancing then come on in! This group has been created so that people can meet others who enjoy dancing. The group will be geared towards making friends so that there is no pressure involved in asking someone to dance. (But you never know... :) If you are an experienced line dancer or two-stepper then please join and share your talent. If you are a beginner then come and watch or participate at your own pace. YouTube has line dance and two-step videos, so you can b …

The enjoyment of wine can be a lifelong adventure. The best thing about it is sharing it with like-minded people. Nothing stuffy. Just some fun, relaxed events that let the wine shine and expand everyone’s knowledge of the wines of the world. This group is not for singles only, couples are welcome. Here’s what’s in store! Local wine tasting BYOB parties (e.g., Napa Cab night, Wines of Paso Robles, etc.) Food pairing parties Cooking classes, where we’ll match wine, sake or whatever is appropr …

Young Jewish Families with children ages 0-5 get together for family fun. Shmmoze with other parents and children; celebrate holidays, laugh, sing, dance and play games.

Are you a strong Christian and NOT a goody two shoes?! Let's be IN the world, but not OF the world.... We are a group that will have fun events such as cocktail mixers, dinners, brunches, wine tastings, movies, dance lessons, charity volunteer services and more.  Most importantly, the goal of this group is to become a "second family" in the Christian Community in which we will be each others support network to learn,  grow and serve together in Christ and have a blast doing it! *Note: This is …

If you are looking for active adults who like to ski, snowboard, play volleyball, hike, camp, bike ride, travel, or socialize with other singles or couples ...  this is the group for you.  The Conejo Ski and Sport Club has been around for over 20 years and is a great way to meet people, see new things and go to interesting places.  We post hiking, volleyball and skiing activities on the meetup site.  But that is only a small part of the groups activities.  Visit our website at www.conejoskiclub. …