Wine & Food Travel (WAFT) celebrates local and sustainable artisans, growers and businesses. It's for people who enjoy eating, drinking and traveling. It's also a way to get a cultural culinary experience and take a break from the urban hustle and bustle of city life. We're not really foodies, but rather fresh food lovers. Meet farmers in the field and feel, touch and experience the luxury of simple and healthy living. Enjoy a breathtaking garden tour at your local farms and reconnect with your …

About TZM: Founded in 2008, The Zeitgeist Movement is a Sustainability Advocacy Organization which conducts community based activism and awareness actions through a network of Global/Regional Chapters, Project Teams, Annual Events, Media and Charity Work. The Movement's principle focus includes the recognition that the majority of the social problems which plague the human species at this time are not the sole result of some institutional corruption, scarcity, a political policy, a flaw of "huma …

Follow the Money! Chains vs Local merchants - What happens to the "money" that we spend in the South Bay? Where does it all go? So let's say that you live in Manhattan Beach and you decide to go to a large-chain store and you end up spending $100. Where does that $100 go? Well, according to a study done by Civic Economics, a stunningly low amount of only 13% comes back to Manhattan Beach! Wow! Now let's say you decided to shift only $100 of your monthly spending from a chain vs a local merchant. …

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 …

Engineers Without Borders – USA supports community-driven development programs worldwide through the design and implementation of sustainable engineering projects, while fostering responsible leadership.

Sparked by a strong conviction for change and Inspired by the 11th Hour, this group was created for designers to come together to learn about sustainable design and band together to demand change toward a more sustainable approach within the design community. Professional and student designers are encouraged to join. Thank You All! Phillip Rubio, Founder

This group was created to unite current and future Earth building fans and artists worldwide, and to promote related events within the community. The group was founded by Erik Ven, graduate of the Nader Khalili founded CalEarth Earth Art and Architecture Institute. Our goal is to introduce this life changing building method called Superadobe, along with other alternative building and sustainable living methods to more and more people. We invite and welcome not only those who want to learn, but a …

Survival, Preparedness, and Sustainable Living Organization. This group is design to help people be prepared for anything mother nature can through at us - specially being in earthquake prone California - to economic collapse to starting a new community to a coup d'etat. If you are just starting and need information or guidance, or if you are already a prepper that would like to share your skills with others we would like you to join us. “The aware and prepared … those understanding just how out …

Connecting Orange County, CA residents with one another to learn about and promote sustainability, eco-friendliness, being green or whatever you want to call it. GROUP GUIDELINES: http://newurbanism.meetup.com/117/messages/boards/thread/4101167#14525771

I am a working mother of two young children that has been trying to live more sustainably, and passing that knowledge on to my kids. Funny that a lot of times it's the kids that are teaching me! I am looking for more like-minded people in the area to meet and share experiences, learn from each others strengths and weaknesses. We will exchange knowledge, fruits, veggies, seeds, cuttings, gear, labor for land use, buy in bulk. We will gather to swap, and potluck, or arrange "field trips" to learn …

Hi, If you feel like life is a constant uphill battle, and haven't found a long-term, sustainable, and effective way to become more happy, this group might be for you. I started this group to get several people together, who are currently, and have been, dealing with what might be described as "mild lingering depression". Many of us have this, but the symptoms are masked by our daily routine, staying super busy, extra intake of stimulants, self-medication with alcohol, and the list goes on. This …

Please see the OC Global Warming Committee website Also see Facebook Page We look forward to seeing you at our next meeting Recent show on: Ending the Silence on Climate Change Latest Technology on Monitoring Environmental Changes at a Macro Level: New Landsat Earth-monitoring satellite launched from California _________________________________________________________________________________ Sunrun Solar Lease Sunrun Helps You Save on Utilities. America's Leading Solar Company. www.SunRunHome …

The Orange County Renewable Energy Society (OC Renewables) is a non-profit member organization and a local chapter of the American Solar Energy Society (ASES) founded to promote the use of renewable energy and energy efficient technology through education, outreach, and public policy advocacy.  We have a meeting with a guest speaker every second Thursday of the month at the Duck Club in Irvine (near UCI off Campus Drive).

We are residents of the central area of Pasadena who love urban living. We are home owners, condo owners, and renters; long-term, new, and just-passing-through residents; car drivers, walkers, and cyclists, that cover a wide economic spectrum. What ties all of us together is a common goal of promoting development in Pasadena that takes into account the voices of the residents in this area. We want to be heard and heeded at the Pasadena General Plan meetings happening this summer. We want …

THIS IS A GREEN GROUP FOR ANYONE INTERSTED TO BE COME ORGANIC USE PRODUCTS. WE CAN SHARE WHY IS IMPORTANT TO USE ORGANIC WHERE YOU CAN BUY IT. WHY IS IMPORTANT TO GROW UP OUR CHILDRENS WHIT GREEN LIFE STYLE. WE CAN MEET NEW GREEN FRIENDS AND MEET TWICE AT MONTH IN A RESTAURANT FOR BREAKFAST , DINNER AND SOME ACTIVITYES IN THE PARK . LET'S MAKE A BIG DIFERENCE IN THE WORLD WE CAN DO IT TEAM you can call me 562 841-0193 maria

The purpose of Long Beach Tea is to learn about all aspects of tea, to provide and encourage tea education, and to support the growth of tea businesses in and around Long Beach. We welcome all levels of tea enthusiasts whether you are new to tea or a tea professional. We welcome your input and your help in making Long Beach a city where quality tea is not only drunk, but appreciated. Please share both your knowledge and your questions with us. The content of our Meetups will depend on the intere …

In the spirit of moving toward zero waste and stewardship of our planet's resources, the Repair Cafe/Pasadena links local handy people to folks in need of repairs of all kinds: clothing, appliances, bikes, furniture, electronics...and more. The Repair Cafe is inspired by the philosophy of a Sharing Economy. We share our time, skills and talents to build a more vibrant local community, one repair at a time." The Repair Cafe/Pasadena is jointly sponsored by the Arroyo Time Bank http://www.arroyoti …

LA Makerspace is a non-profit member-driven family friendly community space for makers, tinkerers, and DIYers of all ages to create and collaborate. Our mission is to provide a place where youth can make and learn alongside adults and where members can work on their own projects while learning new, unique maker skills through our workshops, on-going interest-based programs, mentorship, and peer learning environment. We offer affordable single classes, multi-day workshops, access to equipment, an …

This group is for people who are advocates for goods that are Made in America. Our hope is to build a community with like-minded individuals to grow and support businesses who are trying to produce merchandise that is 100% Made in the USA. By creating this network we can more easily utilize the resources within our own community and work together in creating the MIA Movement.

Do you like edible gardening? Do you want to learn how to have an organic garden full of fresh herbs, fruits, and vegetables? GryFy is the largest and most active edible gardening Meetup group in Orange County. This group is dedicated to helping you learn how to "GRow Your Food Yourself (aka GryFy) with free monthly classes as well as other events. We emphasize organic growing using green methods that are practical for urban "farms" with little space to grow in.

The Farm Desk Set is the events calendar for all things green! We are interested in growing, sharing, raising, eating, feeding, restoring, decomposing and learning. Join us for an event! For more information about the project, visit TheFarmDesk.com

OC Green Business Networking is for professionals in the green industry who want to meet like-minded people who get it. We'll network, discuss our businesses and how to help each other succeed. There will be no agenda, maybe a speaker now and then but this group is casual and unstructured so we can just get to know each other.

Our Cosmos is a social group whose purpose is to share and inspire a love of science and of learning, and to develop interest in both the Cosmos and intellectual curiosity.  It encourages exploration into planetary and earth sciences, health, ethics, and society. Various activities include stage and TV venues for science education purposes and trips exploring and learning about our Cosmos, such as archaeological digs, tours of planetary facilities, nature photography and trips to geological/astr …

Hello and Welcome to Environmental Awakening! This meet up group was going to be canceled so I took it over.  I am Gary Mitchell and I am the Director of Planet Rehab (www.PlanetRehab.org) and we are an environmental nonprofit dedicated to protecting the environment.  We have an Animal Sanctuary (located in San Dimas) with approx. 350 animals + a Butterfly Habitat that we open to the public to help them understand WHY it is so important to protect what is left of the planet's ecosystems (many o …

The word Reiki translates to " universal life energy". Reiki In You" is a bi-monthly circle dedicated to exploring and harnessing inner love for self healing. The intention of this circle is to hold space by honoring every beings emotions, intentions, journeys, and personal truths. I believe that this "universal life energy" is love and that all beings have the ability to heal themselves and others though love. This space is held as a space of remembering that we are all healers. The cricle tak …

The goal for Blacks In Technology Los Angeles (BIT-LA) is to create a vibrant community of like-minded African American technology professionals, innovators and enthusiasts who are working with or interested in Web-based and related technologies. We’re talking the whole techie gamut from bloggers, digital media specialists, community managers and web masters to web designers, social media strategists, developers, online marketing experts, recruiters, software developers and project managers. And …

The best way to know what vnext is all about is to view this video (new blog, needs content): http://bit.ly/vnext-interview or on YouTube here:  http://bit.ly/CrescentSolutionsVnextInterview. Although we've had numerous high-profile speakers, including ex-MSFT CTO's, CEO's and some of the best developers in their fields such as Laurent Bugnion of MVVM Light, Brian Lagunas and Craig Shoemaker of Infragistics, and many, many more, we were lucky enough to have Mr. Charles Petzold (Bill Gates named …

There are so many great hiking clubs and groups around us (OC, LA, SGV, IE, Puente Hills, Sierra Club, etc.) and I recommend that you do try them out.  They are really great! However, if below seems to be good for you, then join us: Everyone ONE is Welcome Here! Hiking has become a hobby and a passion! I have been hiking around OC, LA, and other areas; however, I wanted to hike near my work and home due to busy and demanding schedule from work and personal life. I thought, hummm, it would be nic …