NOTE: Our Glazer-Kennedy Insider's Circle Local Chapter still exists, however we will not be using Meetup.com as a lead-generation method as of June 10th.  If you are interested in finding out more about how Glazer-Kennedy Insider's Circle helps you grow your business, please visit our website and Opt-in to our "No BS Alerts" so you can keep updated on upcoming and beneficial events related to Entrepreneurial Marketing & Growing Your Business. Visit  http://GlendalePasadenaGKIC.com for more info …

Welcome to Eager Explorers Near Pasadena! This Meetup group is all about meeting good friends in a safe environment, while exploring Pasadena and vicinity. There are plenty of fabulous venues to visit and fun events to check out, not just in Pasadena, but also in Glendale, San Gabriel Valley, San Fernando Valley, Los Angeles, and beyond. Multiple times every month or perhaps even more frequently, our Eager Explorers will venture around our newly discovered points of interest throughout Southern …

Art After Dark is an uninstructed, long pose figure painting and drawing workshop held on the First Wednesday of the month. (closed in summer and over Christmas vacation)  Due to the New Year's holiday, our first workshop of 2013 will be held on January 9th. Workshops are 3 hours, from 7:00 to 10:00 PM. Doors open at 6:30 for set up. We are located at Art Classes of Pasadena (formerly called Studio Sinaloa), 3763 E. Colorado Blvd. in Pasadena.   That's just off the 210 FWY between Rosemead Bl …

I have been teaching small watercolor Classes at a Coffee House in Altadena (close to Pasadena)  in Los Angeles County for many years, and hope to find more people interested in exploring this demanding but exciting medium. The classes are limited to no more than 6 students per class so I can give a more individual experience than typically larger classes. It is very hard to learn the nuances of watercolor without having someone who can see what you are doing and point out how changing your proc …

The “Crunchy Crafters” is a community for and of the creative types (who are also granola crunchy) As a group, Etsy Mob/Crunchy Crafters aspire to: 1) Serving the larger community with our artistic talents 2) Cross pollinating of ideas and practices between the Crunchy artists/crafters 3) Have TONS of fun…!!! While doing all that, we don't mind exploring business opportunities at Etsy and other venues so that we can keep on doing what we love. Cool with you? --------------------------------- …

We are a group of friendly, professional people with strong social skills and a desire to meet the same. We have no other agenda than to have a great time taking advantage of the many things Pasadena and Los Angeles has to offer. As you are aware, there are so many things to do here, but many of them are much easier and more fun to do with others. So, if you have been holding off on exploring your surroundings because you don’t want to do it alone, or you need a bigger crowd, then this group mi …

Got the LA city blues? Want to stretch your cultural boundaries and do something beyond your regular routine? Eclectic Diversions Meetup is for those who want to live "outside the box" and share their passion for creative expression with like-minded, enthusiastic explorers. This group offers an eclectic mix of activities, ranging from the unique to the bizarre, including vaudeville, live music, poetry/spoken word, art events, burlesque, dance performances, and so much more. Sound like fun? Join …

This is a wonderful group of shooters who eager to learn more about photography and help each other along the way! No matter if you just a beginner or have an experience, you welcome to join our group. Some of the events are targeted to the beginner level, while the other Meetups will be more advanced. Organizer is making sure to build the schedule base on group needs, so if you have an interesting concept in mind that you would like to work on together, just let us know. Anna Donovan is the org …

This is a group for people who want to draw from live models. Maybe you took a figure drawing class in college and always wanted to try it again, or perhaps you are an industry professional that could brush up on your skills. In any case, all skill levels are welcome. Experience drawing from a nude model is preferred but not required.

This group was created for: Artists, designers, dancers, actors, comics, writers, musicians and that just so happen to be parents too. This is a place to: -Socialize with creative parents (some meetups can include kids, but they don't all have to). -Network! Help restart your creative career after taking time out to parent full time. -Support each others creative endeavors and parenting choices. -Encourage creativity in peers, it's so easy to stop creating when you are putting your kids first. …

This meetup group is a way for ladies in the Pasadena/San Gabriel Valley area to regularly meet with others who are interested in catching up, having a chat and forming new friendships. It started out as coffee but has evolved to include meals, art classes, local events and crafting. We are a diverse group of different ages, backgrounds and interests. There are Angelenos as well as ladies who are new to the area. I host regular meetup every second Wednesday called Lemonade Wednesday. I try to ke …

This group has been created for all of you who have a love and passion for the French language and culture. Your journey to the French speaking world is just about to start! Bon voyage à tous! Regardless of your level you will find our group enjoyable as we also offer you the opportunity to stay connected with the French world; events such as French movies, concerts featuring French artists, plays and art exhibits related to the Francophone culture and language as well as get together just for " …

We meet up to attend classical music concerts at Caltech, many of which are free. You can find many listed at http://events.caltech.edu/ We are not necessarily students or alumni (or alumnae) -- we are also appreciative neighbors and Pasadena residents. Come join us! Support the arts in our fair city

This group is for anyone who plays or wants to play with poi, staff, clubs, hoops, buugeng, fire and anything that is considered flow. This will be a great time to learn, share, intermingle. If you've not ever played with one of these and want to learn, c'mon over! If you're experienced and willing to share and learn, c'mon over! Of course, many of the events we'll not be able to light up yet, if you know of one where we can, please, let me know!

The Pasadena Photography Club is for everyone in the local area who likes to shoot MODELS! WE FOCUS ON TEACHING PHOTOGRAPHY!  Our main focus and also what makes us different.  We have a full curriculum that can develop you from a total beginner to a solid intermediate will the skill set to become a professional. Go from learning Shutter, Aperture, ISO and progress to shooting commercial quality shoots for clients.  We teach it all here! WE HAVE OUR OWN STUDIO! Members will have access to our stu …

I'm starting this group to explore if there is interest in a Communal Art Studio in Pasadena where members can rent studio space on a daily, weekly or monthly basis and be part of a community of local artists. This would be based on the CoWorking model, only instead of office space it would be Art Studio Space. Rates would run from about $25 a day to $250 a month for common room space and about $500 a month for a private studio with access to the rest of the space. For similar models, please sea …

Bi-weekly Gathering with Mindful Sitting & Breathing for Young Adults Looking for peace in life? Tired of the surroundings that are overloaded with intolerance, craving, anger and despair? We feel the same way, that's why we get together every other Saturday to practice mindfulness and cultivate peace in ourselves. Come join us! People of all faiths, with or without experience in meditation are welcome.We meet locally here in Altadena and within San Gabriel Valley. We encourage young adults to …

We're looking for additional Icon painting enthusiasts in egg tempera. You do not have to be an artist to begin Icon painting or you can be an advanced artist--we have open studio days, monthly classes and week-long workshops for all levels of interest and skill. The Guild has been in existance for about a decade and we include men and women from many faiths and backgrounds who love this ancient art form and the contemplation it inspires. This is a religious artform and we are associated with th …

"Does it work?" Greetings- I'm Peter, one of the co-founders of Lab Rats, and the "gatekeeper"/vetter for our members.  Lab Rats is the name for our self-defense/martial arts/combatives/MMA training group, active since 2000. Sometimes it's referred to as "Fight Church", for when we train on Sundays. Simply, we are a training group first, but happy to share our combative ideas (a way, not the way...) in exchange for training partners.  Great for exercise/fitness, self-defense training (sport and …

Welcome to The Wine Club, a Pasadena-and-beyond group that encourages lovers of the grape (and those who want to be) to explore the wide world of wine through local tastings, wine-and-food events, winery visits and private parties. While many members of this group are true connoisseurs, this is NOT a high-society, button-down, hushed-tones collection of snooty people to sniff and swirl with. Rather, it's a club for everyone who wants to enjoy good wine, learn more about the art and science of ta …

Are you interested in experiencing the powerful self healing practice of qigong. Come join like hearted individuals as you learn to increase your vital energy and heal your mind, body and spirit. The practice of qigong is quickly gaining more attention in the western world due to its tremendous healthy and emotional benefits. This meet up group is suitable for anyone interested in improving their overall health and well being. Learn qigong, meditation and other taoist healing methods. These …

Let's start 2013 by making new friends. We'll get together to see the latest movies, try the latest restaurants, check out the various museums around town, go to the latest festivals, or anything else that may catch our fancy! If you're single, it's a plus because I am, but it's not necessary to join the group! Pls. join me!

We put together playgroups and events for children to speak Chinese, learn about the heritage and experience the culture while having fun. This group is created and managed by Mandarin Chinese speaking moms whose children are learning or speaking Chinese. We want to spice up our children’s learning and reveal to them the fun and wonder of our culture. Our activities include felt-board stories, thumb rhymes, folk songs, board games, cooking, calligraphy, art projects, games at parks, trips to mus …

Finally! You have found a group of people just like you who want to study Improv in a fun and social community. You will learn from award-winning teachers like Bill Chott (SNL, The Ringer, Disney's Wizards of Waverly Place). We are a fun and safe environment where you can learn for the first time, or refresh your skills. Improv is for everybody. Now you can learn the skills that help actors, business professionals, public speakers and artists. Take a free improv class and find out if your'e read …

Have an insatiable thirst for life? So do we. Love meeting new people? We do too.  We would like to build a group for young & not-so-young folks of all races looking to live life to it's fullest. I truly believe that variety is the spice of life. Luckily, we Angelinos have the world at our fingertips! We've got some of the best of everything, right in our backyard. Let's get together for exciting activities, and of course those run-of-the-mill events like movies & dinner out. If you're into thea …

This is a group for single professionals in their 30s or 40s who wish to meet other single professionals in the area. The main goal of this site is to bring new people together, and also to share advice to others who are searching. We plan on having movie nights, dinner, happy hours, bar hopping, bowling, art walks, and much more.

This is a group for anyone interested in dance, acting and voice. All levels are welcome. I started this group because I want to share with everyone my workshop performing arts idea! The dance classes are specially designed for students who wish to quickly improve their skills in the most popular dance styles, such as Hip Hop, Jazz-Funk, House, Wacking, Krumping, Breakdance, Lyrical -Jazz, Modern, Contemporary, African, Ballet, Tap,etc or for people who love dance (we will have different levels …