We welcome all hobbyists in the Southern California area! Whether you're into board games, card games, miniatures table-top games, RPGs, models, collectables  or anything else hobby related, whether you're young, old, married, single, experienced or a first-timer, we have something to offer you! We have many events scheduled for every month throughout the year at many locations. We meet regularly on the second Saturday of every month from 8 AM to 11 PM at the Knights of Columbus Hall on 1127 N. …

Come drum and dance with us!! We are Los Angeles' largest and most active, Samba drumming group! Learn to drum and dance like they do in Rio and Bahia! Whether you are a complete beginner, drum circler, dancer, percussion student or a seasoned pro we have something for you. We hold regular classes and rehearsals. Bring your own drums or borrow ours. We focus on performing at festivals, special events and parades. There are plenty of performance opportunities! We've performed at the Hollywood …

There are already plenty of writers' groups, but most of them are geared toward hobbyists rather than toward writers who think big (I know because I used to belong to three of them). If you're a self-published author having difficulty selling or promoting your work, or you're a writer who's frustrated by organizers who've told you what you are and aren't allowed to write, or you'd like to write and self-publish but are intimidated by the process, SPACE is for you. My name is Martin, and I've bee …

This group is about building a community of photographers who are interested in taking their photo and video skills to the next level; sharing their work, techniques and ideas; developing their craft; exploring new interests; and meeting new people who share their love and passion for photography...and videography.  All skill levels are welcome so it doesn't matter if you're a beginner, advanced hobbyist or seasoned pro. We try to create fun, exciting and positive learning environments for our m …

We are a group of people who love and use the Pyramid web framework. Whether you consider yourself a professional developer, a hobbyist, or are simply curious to see if Pyramid is for you, please join us for our monthly meeting!

This group is for the Reptile Hobbyist, Breeders, Collectors, Educators and any one else who LOVES REPTILES! So Cal Reptile Lovers was started by the Painted Reptile to help increase and support the Herp Community!! Come Join all the fun and meet people who love what you love! Share your animals, go on field hikes, talk non-stop with reptile people, trade an much more! Help us make So Cal Reptile Lovers a blast for everyone!!

Whether a hobbyist, a professional or someone in need of help with a new camera, you’ve found the right group. Here are some details about our great group: • We have both regular monthly meetings and scheduled excursions as well as informal get-together discussions. • Scheduled photography outings include nature centers, botanical gardens, whale watching trips, special events, and simple afternoons photographing beautiful Orange, L.A. and San Diego counties. • Each meeting includes a lesson of s …

This group exists to provide local artists, hobbyists and art students with a variety of professional level opportunities to draw and paint from live models. We also offer professional classes in drawing, painting and color theory, taught by professional instructors.

Learn the secrets to using part-time collaboration to achieve full-time results with the spin off meetup of the successful San Diego Comic Con and WonderCon panel with the same name! No matter which industry (comics, illustration, movies, art, graphic and web design, animation, costuming / cosplay, podcasting and many other creative industries), breaking into today's media is a full-time job, even if you have only part-time hours to accomplish it. To accomplish that goal you have to find or form …

The San Diego Seed Saving meetup is for anyone interested in the stewardship of seed saving to create a local genetic resource for the casual gardener, hobbyist, farmer and more. The goal of San Diego Seed Savers is to create a local community to facilitate seed exchanges, seed libraries, a seed bank and anything else the seed saving community wishes. San Diego is composed of many diverse micro climates. Plant varieties that grow and thrive here need to be preserved and passed on for generations …

I wanted to invite anyone who loves to dance. We all create movement every day and Belly Dance is am amazing dance form to be a part of. Like an extended family :) Belly Dance class is for everyone. Excellent for someone brand new who is interested in beginning the lovely art of Belly Dance or the hobbyist dancer wanting to add some spice!!! This class is an amazing work- out! This ancient art and technique includes sultry hip work, belly work, arms, posturing, finger symbols, dance movement, pe …

Zoot Suit Art is a club for book artists and mini album hobbyists that are interested in building relationships with other members. Our meetings are scrapbook crop style structured is self-pace, self-directed and self-instructed meetings that you have the opportunity to work on your projects in an information sharing environment. We will meet monthly and have periodic swaps and details will follow. I’m VERY excited about this club and I hope you will be too. Thank you so much for your interest …

Please  check http://www.Vocademy.com for the latest info! This Meetup group started out as a way for me to share info on the shop 101 and other hands-on classes I was hosting.  But since then the idea has grown, and we are in the process of starting a physical makerspace in the Inland Empire.  A place where you can go to learn hands-on skills and be able to use those skills in a (large, fully equipped) dream workshop. 3D printing, laser engraving, machine shop, wood shop, sewing & crafts, CAD/C …

(from Craig) Hey everyone- My name is Craig, and I've been playing and recording in the SD/LA area for the last 20 plus years. I've been fortunate to find a space that is large enough to accommodate not only my studio habit and company ( http://procraftmedia.com/ ) but also large enough to put on some clinic/concert/rehearsal/dvdfilming/whateva type events. It's a shame to have a place like this and not see it put to good use, so my friend and fellow drummer Duncan Moore and I thought it woul …

We are photo hobbyists and hiking enthusiasts, although..... We're not just limited to hiking. We attend wide variety of urban and rural walks, hikes, photography receptions and photography events. Occasional we will volunteer our photography services for different charities or events that need photographers as well. All levels are welcome! We'll explore various trails, festivals, receptions and photography exhibits around Southern California and bring our cameras and camera knowledge with us. W …