A book club is a great way to meet new people and share opinions. I have found book clubs to be both intellectually stimulating and emotionally supportive.  This is my second meetup book club and this group will be run by the memebers.  There is a wide range of books all suggested by members.  Anyone can suggest a meetup. If you have a book you would love to read/discuss then suggest a time and day for the meeting. Don't be shy, others will join you.  I will try to help with the organizing end, …

This group is for ladies who enjoy getting together for a coffee and conversation in the afternoons. It’s a chance to meet new people and form new friendships, without a huge time or money commitment (after all, it's just a cup of coffee). It doesn’t matter whether you’re new to the area or a long time local, all are welcome. There’s no set topic or rigid structure to the meetup.  We only specified “Book Lovers” as a starting point for finding women with a common interest. This is not a book clu …

Greetings movie and book lovers! This bookclub is for people who are interested in joining a bookclub and reading and discussing books that will be made into new release movies. Members should be interested in actually reading the book before the meeting. We'll meetup and see the movie together. After the show, we'll discuss the book and the movie at a coffee shop or restaurant. If you haven't finished the book, show up anyway! You'll be able to contribute to the conversation because you've just …

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 …

We study, read, and talk about healthy relationships. Instead of going to therapy after a relationship is in trouble, learn skills before things get hard. Discover the ideal qualities and how to develop them. We teach each other. Relationships are a vital part of our lives. Therapists address difficulties, and countless books have been written about it. This Meetup will teach all about the nature of good relationships. We will read and discuss what is involved in creating a relationship, and the …

This meetup has been more popular than I anticipated and many of the events have waiting lists.  So, I decided to close the group to new members. If you wish to join a book club you can join my other book group at http://www.meetup.com/Thousand-Oaks-Book-Club/

Whether you've always got a book in your hand or you just can't seem to pick one up, this is the group for you. Have you been thinking, "I wish there were a book club in Ventura where I could discuss with other women what I'm reading, get others suggestions and build a network of friends"? Well, I was too! In 2009, After being in school full-time and driving to Simi Valley once a month for a book club like this, I just knew that there were other women in the Ventura area that were looking for th …

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 …

"Educate and motivate people to eat a plant-strong diet so they can enhance their lives and avoid the common killer diseases." Rip Esselstyn - Engine 2 Diet Watching Forks over Knives was an eye opening, and life changing experience for me! I have shared this book and movie with friends and family, all who have also decided to change their lives. I want to start a meetup group for all who are interested in becoming healthier and eating a whole-foods, plant based diet. This is a no-pressure group …

The Santa Barbara County Hikers Meetup Group was founded to encourage people to get outside and enjoy the beauty that surrounds us. Our intention is to allow you to hike at whatever pace works best for you, however we have sometimes been accused of having "fast paced" hikes. Please keep that in mind and read the hike descriptions carefully, (particularly the overall distance and elevation gain).  Most of our hikes in Santa Barbara County head uphill fast, so consider your personal conditioning l …

We are an intimate group of stay-at-home moms who live in Camarillo. The group was formed in 2007 by a local mom.  We are not associated with Moms Club of Camarillo, MOPS, etc. Moms all either stay at home or work part time. We range in age from early 20s to early 40s, though must of us are in our 30s. The core group of our children are 3-5 years old with a second generation ranging from 0-2 yrs.  Although we each have our own parenting styles, we try to not be judgmental of each other and rathe …

Come join a group of men and women as we hike and participate in various outdoor activities in and around Santa Barbara with an emphasis on FUN, safety, appreciation, environmental awareness, impact reduction and preservation of the beautiful Santa Barbara Country mountain ranges and beaches! Levels of intensity vary, so be sure to read the event description before committing. We're looking forward to meeting you!

Ventura County California and surrounding areas. Do you have issues being around other people, but you still like to have fun? Then you are in the right place. You don't have to be perfect or pretend to be a conversational genius or hide your anxiety. Which describes you best? Shy - Someone who wants to be around others but experiences anxiety or outright fear when around strangers or large groups. Enjoys talking to people but may avoid talking to unfamiliar people and seeks ways to overcome …

Are you an experienced writer, and do you love writing fiction? Are you interested in receiving excellent critiques on your work as well as providing them to other writers? If you've answered yes to both questions, then this cooperative writing group may be for you. Our group is specifically geared toward experienced fiction writers (sci-fi, fantasy, horror, mixed genre or something else...)  who desire to improve upon their existing writing skills and who are interested in sharing their hard ea …

Please read the documents posted in the discussion board. Our Purpose is to empower women of all ages, to create a cohesive voice of feminine wisdom and bring that voice back into the global conversation.  In so doing the human energy on this planet will be more balanced (yin/yang; positive/negative; masculine/feminine) and allow for continued evolution in harmony with nature.  This is the only way the human race will be sustainable for our grandchildren's grandchildren and beyond. The Power and …

This group is for Great Danes and their owners. We meet for walks, hikes, trips to the beach, play dates, etc. Meet other owners and their Danes, exchange stories, share pictures, and get advice about these gentle giants. As a member of the group, you are responsible for your dog and its behavior. DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY: YOU MUST RSVP TO ATTEND EVENTS, NO EXCEPTIONS. Outdoor group dog events and other events are inherently dangerous and a …

Hokuloa is a competitive Outrigger Canoe Club based in Ventura, CA. We are looking for new members to join this incredible adventure.  Experienced paddlers are always welcome and we have practices geared to the novice paddler too! Outrigger Canoe Clubs can be found across California, and we regularly travel to races from San Diego to San Luis Obispo. Club members are NOT required to race, just to have fun! No equipment is necessary, we provide everything you need to get started. The workouts are …

We are looking for people to join us in learning together to see the distortions of humanity built into our culture. And we use the support of each other to move forward into living as humans are meant to live. This includes socially, financially, parentally, nutritionally, emotionally, compassionately, transparently, and honestly. Each of us has a stronger focus in one or two areas, educating each other. We are carving out a picture of what a healthy group of people may look like as we move c …

A food club for ladies who like to discuss books!

Thank you for interest in joining The Year of the Rabbit Moms Meet Up Group! We are an inviting group of Moms from all different backgrounds. We are all Moms and range in age from our twenties on up. Our ultimate goals are to maintain an active group, lasting friendships and support systems for us as parents, and our children. In order to reach our goals, we ask that before you request to join, please make sure you are committed to attending AT LEAST 1 event each month. Please read our rules be …

Stand up paddle boarding adventures in the waters of the Goleta and Santa Barbara areas. See what most of the world misses out on! Experience the beauty of the area at our doorsteps. A group for the intermediate standup paddler who wants to paddle and explore our local waters. We meet up 2-3 times weekly and paddle for 1-2 hours along our local coastline. A great time for anyone that is a fitness fanatic, nature enthusiast, or just a SUP addict! Our group is open to all Intermediate level paddle …

Anyone interested in reading spiritual growth books and wanting to share what they have learned with others in order to gain a better understanding and help each other's journey while here in the physical body on earth.

A Conscious Creator is someone who believes that we are each responsible for the life we're living, and who chooses to consciously (with decided intent) build on the blueprint of his/her life, creating the life experience s/he chooses to live. Consciously creating your own life also involves examining the past conditioning and rote behaviors that have led to the life you may currently be experiencing, and deciding to do something about it.  We meet once a month to discuss topics relating to the  …