[Note: This group is not affiliated in any way with Oprah, Oprah.com, OWN TV or Harpo Studios. We are an independent local group following the book selections as advertised on Oprah.com.] Hello and welcome to our local Oprah's Book Club 2.0 Meetup! It is a pleasure to have you join our monthly book discussions! We are a group of women and men who are interested, not just in literature, but in self-improvement, exploration, spirituality and the fostering of new friendships. Please feel free to lo …

We are a group of women over 50 who live in the Belmont Shore/Long Beach area that love reading good literature and enjoy making new friends. We meet once each month (generally the second Friday of the month) at a member's home or a location within our community for an afternoon / evening of appetizers, socializing and book discussion. I'm excited with the potential of this group for making new friends - all of who find joy in reading books of all genres, meeting new people and just having fun. …

Couldn't remember the last time I attended a gathering for people who wanted to discuss a book that focuses on spirituality. We have met once already and set our intention to share, support and learn from each other as we read different books focusing on how to develop our own personal spiritual practices and beliefs. If you're interested in listening, sharing, reading, learning, all or some of the above, join us twice a month at Kava Yoga in Long Beach! $5 per session per person.

About Shift Long Beach Shift Long Beach is a community-based organization whose mission is to create positive social change in Long Beach through educational, interactive events that empower local communities. The objectives of Shift Long Beach include providing a platform for artistic expression, promoting sustainable living options, and creating space for discussion of diverse perspectives on issues that affect the quality of life in Long Beach. Shift LB is fiscally sponsored by Catalys …

Are you an investor tired of getting pitched and just want to network and have open discussions about real estate with ACTIVE and PASSIVE investors? If so, this group is for you. FIBI (For Investors By Investors) is a group of professional real estate and passive investors set up to help each other combine resources. There is NO SELLING at any of our group discussions. Instead we do a round-table discussion with real investors and help people develop the resources they need, get their questi …

We're a local group of atheists, agnostics, freethinkers, skeptics, and secularists in Long Beach,  and the surrounding areas. We enjoy discussing anything regarding religion, science, politics, and our personal experiences as freethinkers - opinions and discussions on all are welcome. Come check us out and join the discussion!

The Greater Long Beach Food Allergy Support Network's mission is to provide a safe, nurturing community for children, caregivers, family members, and adults living with food allergies. We seek to provide encouragement to those newly diagnosed, and to those experienced in dealing with the day to day challenges of living well with food allergies. We meet monthly for discussion and support. We offer discussion groups, educational opportunities, social activities, moms nights out, and play dates for …

A group dedicated to helping people lose their faith*, fears, and superstitions through music, art, and literature. *faith - to pretend to know things you do not know.

Hey Community! Join us for a little Peace, Love & Self-expression, as we launch our first CONVERSATION CAFE. Through these monthly sessions, our sole intent is to connect and build as a community, create spirited dialogue, interchange ideas, and express our thoughts for being the change we wish to see in the world; to facilitate healthy discussions about the culture, politics, & issues at stake in our world. We also hope these discussions will be a springboard for collective action, i.e. via …

A casual social group for lesbians who like to play all kinds of games. Eg. board, card, video, etc. Also who enjoy playing poker but don't want to have tournament style or big entry fees. An ideal meetup event would include food, games such as nickel poker with no stress, and several nonsmoking ladies. 1-Anyone can host. Just let the organizer know and something can be scheduled. 2-Food situation will be announced with each meetup as they will be different. 3-Space is limited for each game mee …

Are you a secret or frustrated poet and wishing to share your poems in a supportive environment? Well then..... this may be just the ticket. We offer both a private and public setting, attended by supportive like-minded individuals. Every month we will have a poetry potluck.  This is held at a private residence and offers participants the opportunity to share their own poetry, discuss other poetry, and munch on snacks together.  It is less performance oriented and more conversational.  The po …

A group dedicated to the advancement of Conservative principles, the advocation of liberty and the opposition of tyranny. Strict adherence to our founding documents as intended by our founders and framers as opposed to ideology. It's time to get back to the Framers ideals of individual liberty and private property rights that compose the Conservative message, that along with Montesquieu and Locke amalgamated the vision our founders intended for our Republican government. A gathering of like mind …

OUR MEETUPS ARE FREE, AND THERE WILL BE NO SALES OR PITCHING!  ONLY INFORMATIVE AND CONTENT PACKED MEETINGS :-) You probably realize your small business needs some form of Internet Marketing, but no one can seem to explain to you how internet marketing works in plain English...  Or if you are an Entrepreneur and just want to learn how to build a BLOG – come to the Meetups and we'll all help each other figure it out. Even if you’re an experienced Internet Marketer, come and join the meetings so …

Welcome To Our Living SistahPeacefully SisCommunity EduRaps ™  Come join us at our ongoing SisCommunity EduRaps™ . . . We're an Ongoing Open-format  EduRap™ Group of Peace-Minded Wimmin Getting Together To Look At Various Ways We Can Keep Our Peace Of Mind By Offering A Brief Process & Solution Approach To Our Way Of Doing So . . . We're womin-affirmative™ non-professional and professional wellness practitioners who get together to mindfully support each other to find and maintain [or regain] …

Can't deal with the ex and/or having co-parenting issues? Want to make new friends and bond with other single, separated or divorced parents, blended families and their kids? With the emotional, physical and financial toll that often accompanies divorce, separation or having a child on your own, it's often tough being a single parent or in a blended family situation while trying to maintain your sanity. We can help each other out. Single Mamas and Papas (We are calling ourselves SMAPs) is a supp …

We are a group of internet marketers as well as local entrepreneurs looking to meet, discuss, share and learn about web marketing. This group is open and welcomes any and all skill levels be you a newbie to web marketing or a seasoned pro. Some of the topics that will be discussed include link building, pay per click, SEO, SEM, e-commerce, affiliate marketing, social media, web 2.0, article marketing, outsourcing and content creation. Come learn, share, network and meet other like minded prof …

Therapeutic Mamma's is open to those planning to have children, those expecting children, and family's and care givers with children of all ages that meet regularly to share our passion for family.  We believe that every member and child has something unique to share. What each member of this group brings is their friendship, non-judgemental support, individual experiences, knowledge, resources, and skills sets. Utilizing our resources and skills, we provide opportunities to share our parenting …

Women of 40Plus is a social group for lesbians who are 40 years old or older. The group meets every Tuesday from 6 PM to 8 PM at the Center in Long Beach, 2017 E. Fourth St., Long Beach, CA 90814. There are no dues for attending the meetings however a donation of $3 per person is requested to cover the cost of the room rental and support the group. New members are always welcome even if they cannot afford the donation. Socializing is from 6 to 6:30 PM and the discussion format is from 6:30 to 8: …

Nerds of a feather flock together, right? All those with nerdy interests are welcome. Come discuss your love of Doctor Who, vintage computers, Russian history, graphic novels, sabermetrics, or the Oxford comma. This group is for 20- and 30-somethings who are looking to meet fun, down-to-earth people their age who also happen to share some supposedly 'less than cool' interests. We're up for all kinds of events such as hiking, movie marathons, museum trips, dinner parties, and anything that lets o …

If you are interested in: Sci-Fi Fantasy Horror Mythology Manga Comics D&D Board Games Magic: The Gathering Star Trek Star Wars Harry Potter Then this is the place for you! We have a group members in a variety of age groups, from teenagers to 40- and 50-somethings, so don't worry about feeling like you're too old or too young!

WordPress is the premiere content management system for small business owners! We'll meetup to discuss how to use WordPress for simple starter sites to full-scale e-commerce sites ... best practices, plugins, themes and everything in between!

We are a group of women solopreneurs who meet monthly in Long Beach for networking, informative discussions, presentations, and support. We understand the challenges and benefits of juggling multiple roles as a solo business owner. Join us, and take some of the "solo" out of being a solopreneur!

Meet other local amateur philosophers to discuss topics in philosophy.

This group meets every first Friday of the month to discuss love,life,dating,marriage, and spirituality. It is sponsored by Theamazingclarks.com. Its a FREE Group in Long Beach California.

This group is for working artists who live in Long Beach and want to build a community and support group with other working artists. We critique one another's work and discuss how we can put Long Beach on the map as a vibrant Artists Community. We also support the Arts in Long Beach by visiting Museums, Galleries and non traditional art openings.

Transitions Support Group center was created to provide individuals with local, accessible, and affordable social support groups. We offer a variety of support groups and programs at our center in Long Beach. We believe that everyone should have access to social and emotional support regardless of income, medical insurance, or availability. We offer evening and weekend support group sessions to accommodate our clients' work schedules. Transitions' certified and knowledgeable staff is committed t …

Greetings! You are welcome to join us if you are an entrepreneur, work for a company or are a mix of both!  Also if you are getting ready to launch your own business - we are here to support, learn, generate business referrals and more. This group is a place where women get together, make new friends, learn and share business and life acumen. We meet twice a month, the 1st and 3rd Mondays at 4 pm. On First Mondays we will have a speaker to educate us on a topic relevant to us. The speaker may co …

What if I told you that at this very moment, you have within you the tools to conquer every challenge in your life? Whether it's happiness, life purpose, greater clarity, or even true love, the tools are within you. Right now. Exactly as you are. You only need to unlock the wealth of wisdom within. Humanity has always sought out sacred clusters of time and space to allow our minds to relax and open to our highest potential. Sacred Space is a place where you can come to realize this highest self. …