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Welcome to Walnut Figure Drawing & Painting Group. This workshop is open to all artists and art students of any skill level. We offer a modern-styled studio that provides figure drawing workshop and traditional Drawingand Painting classes. We have created an environment that is tranquil and relaxing just for our members. We are located in Walnut in east San Gabriel Valley, near the junction of 60 and 57 Freeways.We welcome all artists, beginners or those one with more experience, to join our mee …

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. …

Do you want to live in a wholistic way, nourishing your Physical, Emotional, Mental, Spiritual aspects? Do you want to connect more with your Higher Self and have a more happy and fulfilling life? Are you interested in Meditation, Consciousness, Yoga, Hiking, Martial Arts, Healing, Metaphysics...? Welcome to the Higher Self Community! Check out our scheduled events and take a moment to RSVP for the gatherings you'd like to attend. A day or two before the event you RSVP for takes place, you will …

Recently retired with lots of extra time. I was looking for an older women's group where I could have fun while meeting & making new friends. I created this group to do a little bit of everything. We'll meet up for lunch, happy hour, art shows, museums, chick flicks, concerts, sporting events, outdoor adventures, sunday brunch, etc. We can take overnight trips, cruises...sky's the limit. I'm a 17 yr cancer survivor who knows we have to enjoy our lives now. Having supportive friends and things to …

少林永春拳 - Shaolin Weng Chun This meet-up was created in 2011 in honor of my Sifu Ignatius Siu. The goal is to provide an accessible forum for those who interesting in spread the art of Shaolin Weng Chun (SWC). Learn the ancient Chinese Healing Art of Ba Duan Jin (8 Pieces of Brocade) to strengthen your internal organs & Dharma Yi Jin Jing (Muscle Tendon Changing Classic) to improve internal energy, release muscle pain and overall physical health. SWC is a system to show you how to overcome stronge …

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 " …

BE|MMA was started because we found it very intimidating to step into the world of mixed martial arts. This group creates a fun and safe environment for people to learn and appreciate MMA. This group will have MMA training every week and special meetups to watch big fights together. Whether you want to get your feet wet and compete in MMA or just learn and have fun with fans of MMA; everyone is invited to be part of our BE|MMA family. Anyone one from 6 year olds to 90 year olds, male or female, …

Introduction Interested in learning self-defense? Join us for a FREE Introduction self-defense class. You’ll learn how to effectively defend yourself and others from attacks, including common grips, punches, and weapons. We’ll teach you our Y.E.S. (yell, escape, stun) method, as well as various other tools you can implement in any situation. Taking our class will increase your awareness and confidence in situations, as well as in your daily life. No prior experience is necessary. Wear comfortab …

Studio117B was created for artists that wish to further their abilities in figurative art. There is a live model every session and the studio has professional equipment, art benches, easels, lighting and a stage. A wide range of artists attend from beginners just starting their studies to working professionals. There is a great group of friendly regulars and new comers are always welcome.

We are a group of polymer clay enthusiasts of all skill levels, from beginner to pro, from dabblers to full-time artists. At our monthly meetings, we have a demo on a polymer clay-related topic, as well as show-and-tell of things we've made, announcements of upcoming polymer clay events, swaps, and general sharing of ideas, inspiration, and encouragement. We meet the first Thursday of each month from 7 to 9pm at the San Gabriel Bead Company in Arcadia.  We also occasionally schedule other event …

Come flow with us! It's fun, amazing for the mind, body, and heart, and we love it! Come play and learn poi, staff, hooping, and juggling.

FREE EVENTS: arts & cultural venues, free concerts, movies & theater plays, and active sports such as badminton, table tennis, ping pong, safe boffer games, hiking, larp, fencing, live action role playing, volleyball, basketball, archery, kendo, nerf, etc. Although many members here are expert Mandarin speakers, there are also many of us who are beginners and would like to improve both our Mandarin and English speaking skills (ESL Students are very welcome).  So if you are willing to learn and w …

"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 …

This is a group for anyone interested in spiritual & physical health and wellness as well as Spiritual Growth and Transformation,Personal Growth through Spirituality and Meditation,Spiritual Consciousness Enlightenment & Awakening,Natural Holistic and Alternative Health and Wellness,Mind Body Wellness,Reiki Classes Sessions and Shares.  EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique).  Crystal and Energy Healing and Classes. Angelic Circles.  Theta Healing. Yoga.  Ispirational art and craft shares.

This group is about amateur puppeteers and their puppets. From hand, marionette, human puppets, and other styles. It's a chance to meet other puppeteers who are starting out. Ventriloquist, Hand style, and any others styles. To talk about how to do shows, or just out and about with your puppets. Just meet and have fun and discover.

We are here to build foundations mental, physical and spiritual. We offer amazingly powerful Mind & Body programs to achieve enhanced health, well-being and inner peace. It is suitable for all ages. Our method combining Zen Meditation, Energy Cultivation & Movements, Tai Chi and a very special Chinese swordsmanship that past down secretly helps you to proceed to body rejuvenation and deep levels of spiritual refinement. Our masters, teachers and students experience a transformative process that …

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!

Looking for a fun night out that's new, exciting, AND creative? This meet-up is not just for experienced artists, it's for anyone who has ever had a curiosity to paint but was afraid to try. You haven't lived until you've painted something in your life! Plus, you are welcome to bring your favorite bottle of wine to sip while you receive a 3 hour group lesson. I will walk you through your painting step by step and personally guide you so that you'll feel like a confident artist by the end of the …

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 …

Welcome! The purpose of this group is to bring together women martial artists for training and light sparring. Kung fu, jujitsu, aikido, and other styles, including self-defense practice welcome. This will be a supportive space for practice, improvement, and gentle challenging of each other to improve our martial arts and self-defense skills. This is for all levels, but women who are at least an "advanced beginner" preferrable. My vision: I have a vision to create a women's space for sparring.  …

Teaching MMA and Fitness

Welcome to the Institute of Chinese Martial Arts group. Our goal is to educate, practice and promote the knowledge of Shaolin Chinese martial arts. This group not only focuses on martial arts training, but also on the development of strength, coordination, flexibility, balance, speed, and confidence as well as one’s general health. We believe that wushu not only strengthens the body, but also your mind and health. It also allows the practitioner to develop perseverance and the drive to never giv …

This is a group meet for photography and film projects. We welcome photographers, models, actors, actresses, MUAs, hairstylists, artists and filmmakers to join our group, promote new concepts and collaborate on projects. We can learn from each others and pool our talents to get the works done! Whether you’re a student or amateur with aspirations or a seasoned professional, we hope this group holds value.  We have meets for group workshop and individual session on a monthly basis.  Connect with u …