A Matryoshka doll or a nested/nesting doll is a Russian doll or toy which features a set of dolls in decreasing sizes nested within one another. I chose this name for the group because I believe everyone is complex and has many layers to their personality and discussion can be a tool to explore the many facets that exist in others, thus creating true intimacy and camaraderie. I feel that is missing today. The Nested Doll is a group for those who really enjoy great conversation and deep and hone …

Put simply this Group is for Type 1 Diabetics run by Type 1s. Any-(Type)-one can schedule a Meetup! When an idea comes to mind all you need to do is click the "SCHEDULE A NEW MEETUP" tap on the home page and list the date, time, and location.  If three people click they "want to attend" then it is officially announced as a Meetup and other members in the group will automatically receive an email notification. This group strives to embody the aspects of online blogs and groups regarding Type 1 d …

This group, originally strictly an early brunch group, is now expanding a bit.  Stay tuned for great brunches, dinners and other fun activities. Who are our members? This meetup is for members in the 30's to 40's age group who are friendly and open-minded. I'm happy to say my members are just that: friendly, intelligent, and fun! This group is Los Angeles based and we tend to enjoy restaurants that are not too far from the area. We enjoy restaurants from the east side such as Pasadena/Silverlake …

Boxaplex is a co-working space in West Hollywood, California. Tired of working alone, or in a crowded (and noisy) coffee shop? We have desks for rent in a bright and modern office, where you can network with like-minded professionals and get...stuff...done. Started by Boxador (www.boxador.com), an online technology incubator. We would like to meet and work with like-minded entrepreneurs, user experience designers, web developers, software engineers, information architects, idea incubators or ju …

Join the #1 Meetup group for small business owners, the fastest growing small business group on Meetup worldwide! Our group’s goals are straightforward: Become the best that we can be by learning, growing and winning, together! We want to improve our operations, increase our sales, discover new business opportunities, and form long-lasting friendships based on honest, mutual help.  Our group is a safe oasis in the middle of the turmoil and uncertainty surrounding the small business world.  Ou …

This group is for young women between the ages of 25-35 who are married. Being married does not define me, and if it doesn't define you either, this group is for you. This is for women who want to form a network of positive females in their life who will motivate and inspire them to be their best. We meet up and get coffee, drinks, lunch or dinner at someone's home or out on the town. The purpose of this group is to help bring young women together (in a way that's not about getting a man) so tha …

This group is dedicated to providing a conduit for those interested in all things film. Focused on Westside theater venues, we pick choice new wide releases, acclaimed indies, and highly touted foreign films. Of course, we will also include special showings of classic films and special events with actor, writer and/or director Q&A's. We are also committed to providing a venue and desire for discussing the film after its showing. Usually, this will be as simple as a nearby coffee shop or dine …

Progressive Friends is a political and social club for liberals in the Los Angeles area. Whether you're a Democrat, Green, left-leaning Independent, Progressively Unaffiliated, or unabashedly Socialist, this group's for you! Feel like you can't talk to your family, close friends or co-workers about politics at all? You can with us! Always have to hide your leftist views from loved ones? Not here! We let our Lib flag fly high and have fun too! Let's share our ideas for making our country a better …

We provide innovative physical and virtual infrastructure that freelancers, entrepreneurs, and creative class professionals need to succeed in the 21st century knowledge economy. In an increasingly disconnected world, NextSpace creates a collaborative community that is revolutionizing the nature of work. Our business model is simple: NextSpace sells membership in that collaborative community. Our members come from a wide variety of industries: software, design, marketing, legal services, archi …

Hi Awesome Ladies! THE PURPOSE To find down to earth awesome female friends. Have you also had a hard time making quality friendships, especially in LA? Then you are in the right place! THE AGE RANGE This group is for anyone 30-40's. THE PEOPLE This group is for any female that is 100% drama free, down to earth, easy to talk to, honest, caring, and looking for the same thing in another female friend. If you are more into labels, looks, industry conversation, or the club scene, this is not the …

Working Village is all about the local community. We are a co-working space in Santa Monica close by the beach! We started our space to help freelancers, start ups, small businesses and others have a place to work that isn't their home or a coffee shop. We also use our space to hold events for the local community. We host a monthly networking mixer, "Taste of the Town" which is sponsored by a local Santa Monica restaurant. This is a great opportunity for people from all fields to come together, …

LA/California Stand Up Comedy and Fly-Ass Jokes is just people getting together to watch GOOD live, local comedy. Comedians range from big names to up-and-comers. Venues range from pizza parlors and coffee shops to big names like Laugh Factory, Comedy Store and the IMPROV. Each show selected with careful consideration put into the type of venue and comedic line up as well as the affordability for LA Stand Up Comedy and Fly-Ass Jokes.  Often times group members will receive exclusive discounts as …

I decided to start this group to see who's available during the week, M-F on the Westside of LA. If you work in the office 9-5, this group doesn't really appeal to you. This is for the screenwriters, filmmakers, actors, actresses, bartender, server, web designer, graphic designer, personal trainer, tennis instructor, yoga instructor, model, even the unemployed and/or poor students. Help meet others in your area with the same kind of schedule/hobbies/interests. Hang out at the beach, explore LA, …

Welcome to Fitness Breakfast! I am really excited to start this new group and welcome everyone interested in learning how to improve their appearance, health and well being through proper diet and exercise. Fitness Breakfast is different from other weight loss related groups. I will not ask you to bring a towel or a yoga mat and we won't cook either. So what do we do, then? We meet at a local coffee shop or at my place (Mar Vista), and in a very relaxed atmosphere we “talk weight loss”! You will …

I decided to start this group because I really wanted to connect with other first time expecting mothers. Most of my close friends in LA don't have kids and this will be my first. I think its important to have an opportunity to share your experiences with other first time expecting mothers. Our meet ups are casual just an opportunity to meet other expectant moms, share resources (!!!) and make new friends. Once our little ones are born - I am hoping that everyone will stay connected. It will be …

Meet local Spanish language and culture lovers for conversation, cultural exchange, and fun in Los Angeles! Come to a Spanish Fanaticos Meetup event and make new amigos while speaking in Spanish, learning new vocabulary, putting your grammar knowledge into practice and/or simply brushing up your Spanish skills! Some of our events include: Spanish Grammar and Literature Workshops, Social Networking Events, Happy Hours, Dinners, Coffee Time, Hikes, Picnics, Movie Nights, Dancing and more. All ages …

We are a French language school in Culver City, Ca  http://www.frenchinmind.com. The goal of this group is to create a fun, friendly, and relaxed environment where anyone can come to hang out,  feel comfortable speaking French, and share the French culture. We will meet across our school at the Starbucks coffee shop. 9718 Washington Boulevard, Culver City, CA

Love to read? Like talking about books with interesting people? Want to check out bars and coffee shops in the West LA/Santa Monica area? Join us! The first meetup is on a  Monday, but after that meetups will be the second Tuesday of the month. We'll read both fiction and nonfiction books. Whether you're new to LA or just looking to make some new friends and find new things to read, all bookworms are welcome.

This group is for Large Format photographers who wish to network and brainstorm with other LF film photographers. Come and show off your large format view/field or monorail camera! Photographers who are new to LF are welcome as are those who are established and happy to pass on advice to those just starting out. It doesn't matter what you shoot, whether it's landscape, portrait, architecture or still life etc, as long as you're shooting LF or MF film but not digital. Also welcome are creatives …

This is a group of ladies looking for things to do during the day. Activities to include lunches, bike rides on the beach, walking, matinee movies, high tea and anything else seems like fun.

This is a group for expectant and new parents having babies in 2013. Having moved to Marina Del Rey in the last 6 months and expecting our first, we were looking to meet other parents soon to have babies.  Our daughter was born March 29, 2013! This group will meet for coffee, go for walks, meet for lunch, and eventually play dates with our new little ones. This can be for moms, dads, couples, working or stay at home.

Maybe you’re in school, maybe working, maybe just trying to figure out what you want to do with your life. The question is are you living? Take advantage of the opportunities and moments you have now. Every day I want to learn something new and cool, experience life to the fullest, meet fun people, and enjoy the communities around me. If you agree with me this is the meetup to join. Playa 20s is about providing these opportunities, as an informal social network and by connecting people in thei …

We are a group of knitters and crocheters who live and craft from Santa Monica to the Westside. We meet the LAST WEDNESDAY of every month at The Market at Santa Monica Place on the dining deck from 7-9ish. We will be sitting at round tables in the Market between the entrance and GROUNDWORKS COFFEE. For directions and more info click  http://www.themarketsmp.com/ Park on the top level of the parking structure (lots of available spaces) The first 90 minutes are free. First hour after is $1.00. …

This meetup is for women of all ages who live in or around the West Hollywood area. I originally wanted to start a Book Club but decided to make it a social group as well so I could meet new people and explore more of Los Angeles. The Book Club will take place once a month at a Cafe or Restaurant. The social aspect of the group includes anything from exploring LA, coffee, hiking, small bars, movies, bowling, dining in, dining out, museums, spas, book signings and any thing else that sparks your …

Start your weekend with us! Be a part of our weekly hour of Zumba "Therapy" and feel great for the rest of the weekend! While you can come for the amazing Zumba workout, I aim to give you much more. I bring treats before class (noon), sometimes coffee, sometimes, mimosas, or delicious goodies, or protein shakes. This gives us a chance to introduce ourselves to each other, learn names and create bonds, and to gear up together to punch through a great mind, body and soul Zumba Fitness workout (12: …

This is a group for anyone interested in art and especially in local artists. I started this group so that people can come together to view local art, meet local artists, and share coffee and friendship together. Meetup members are welcome to use the network to submit new meetups announcing local art shows and setting times and dates to meetup together and enjoy!