This is a MeetUp for all those excited about Kizomba in Southern California! Kizomba (a Angolan word meaning party) takes its origin from the Angolan dance Semba, which is also the origin of the Brazilian Samba. It appeared at the end of 80’s – 90’s, while the young Angolans, although very attached to their traditional dance, sought a new musical identity, and finally found their inspiration and new voice at a concert given by Kassav, a famous French Caribbean Zouk band. Kizomba was born out of …

An opportunity to facilitate a variety of venues for like minded individuals. Relax and unwind, enjoy the music and ambiance with a wonderful vibe at the Out of Asia showroom for events such as: a concert, fashion show, yoga, meditation, dance performance, a jam session with a great weekend band and or sing with the Karaoke crowd of Rock, Blues Jazz, Folk, Pop, R&B, or World music or absorb the creative flow of gifted artists like yourself or the ones you want to become. With our current economi …

Well, obviously the idea of the group has changed tremendously over this past year. Now it's a whole lot more about anything (even remotely ;-) related to any culture -- and restaurants, concerts and movies. [e.g.: jazz, world music, foreign or independent movies, ethnic restaurants] Mostly within maybe 10 miles of Pasadena. I still like the idea of individual language exchanges - so if you would like to learn/practice/improve a language, check out the list of our members to figure out with whom …

PLEASE NOTE: CLASS IS CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. (Carlinhos is in New York on an extended visit.) This is a weekly Brazilian percussion class led by Carlinhos Pandeiro de Ouro of the Mangueira samba school in Rio, and known around the world as one of the great Brazilian percussionists. This is focused instruction on pandeiro, tamborim, tan-tan, caxixi, surdo, agogo, and other key instruments. Tuesday evenings - 7:30PM 18th Street Arts Center 1639 18th Street (at Olympic) Santa Monica …

  Espanol Around The World is a group of people with varying spanish traveling wants and tastes - who could find to love traveling abroad. The members are encouraged help find near and far spanish locations to travel as a group. Our mission is to communicate, learn, travel, and really have meets as a unit of spanish speakers. Our group is beginning to expand across the greater Los Angeles and San Fernando Valley area. Our group goal is to create an opportunity to grow for its members by giving e …

Digital Music LA is the premiere networking event for music professionals in LA. Our events bring together the complete ecosystem - managers, producers, marketers, artists and more- to explore new technologies, products and revenue models that are creating new business opportunities for the music industry. Explore digital and interactive music technologies, business models, devices and creative approaches. We cover everything needed to know to create, market, engage fans and monetize music in …

These monthly World Healing Meditation Ceremonies are held at or near the time of the full moon and are sponsored by the Spiritual Unity Movement (SUM). They are held at “The Onion” sacred dome 9550 Haskell Ave. in North Hills in the San Fernando Valley (near the 405 and Nordoff). For more information, visit http://www.spiritualunitymovement.org. SUM is an all-denominational, non-profit organization dedicated to honoring and celebrating the truth that exists at the heart of all faith traditions. …

    This is the first Drum Circle in Culver City, on the LAST SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH, AT NOON. Culver City Cultural Affairs is behind us, and it's a regular event! Come be a part of Culver City Culture! We have a great group of drummers of all skill levels and disciplines from Masters to Newbies, and we always have a great time. We usually have dancers, hoopers, families, teens and seniors too.  Come meet us!      There's NO SIZE LIMIT! We will be meeting under the Pavilion in MEDIA PARK, IN CUL …

Creating a community of spiritual seekers whose interests range from yoga to several other modalities and healing practices. We offer a variety of classes, workshops, and group and private sessions.

Yoga is not only great exercise for your entire body, it's also great tool to help you on your spiritual journey. Our instructors are gentle on the beginner and challenging for the advanced yogi's. Come join us and allow us to help you facilitate your spiritual and physical wellness! Everyone is welcome and we look forward to seeing you soon. Thank you very much!! Penney

This is the beginning of our second summer of Live Draw's...and our first attempt at reaching more art lovers through Meet Up.  • What is it and how does it work? Live Draw is a three hour event where five diverse artists draw a nude model in front of a live audience. Audience members get a rare glimpse into the the hidden world of life drawing and become part of the creative environment. • How do I purchase art at Live Draw? Art may be purchased several different ways during the event.   Art wo …

I am the founder of Runway Passport - www.runwaypassport.com We are a site dedicated to covering fashion and style all around the world. I live between NY and LA. We plan to start creating some fun events for fashion and style obsessed people around the world.

… The power of personal relation is incredibly important – especially living in a world where the physical and digital realm can make us feel isolated and limited. Isn’t that ironic? This is why I decided to create Eclectica. Finally! A group that we can all participate, celebrate and appreciate! Believe me, it is music to my ears too! - :) Many of us usually feel concerned about the tone of many social environments so I have decided to take it a step further for Eclectica’s social settings and gr …

The Best and least expensive Salsa lessons and dance party in the world!!! This is for hardcore (Dura) Salsa dancers, ( a little Merengue, Cha Cha and Bachata just to keep it interesting). $5* gets you a 2 hour lesson (no partner needed with current World Salsa Champion Cristian Oviedo) 8p-10p every Monday @ Zanzibar, Santa Monica. Every Thursday $10 gets you a 1.5 hour lesson (beginner with Charlie Antillon and intermediate with Cristian Oviedo) 8:30pm-10pm + Live Salsa Bands @ Dakota Lounge, …

Club Cleopatra opens doors once a month for belly dance performances, Middle Eastern. Latin and International DJ and live music, dancing, eating, drinking, seeing and making friends in a relaxing atmosphere of El Baron Restaurant in Culver City. Our mission is to bring the beautiful and sensual art of belly dancing to old & new audiences, and make them all fall in love with different styles of Middle Eastern dance and music. With our amazing talent from all over the world, Club Cleopatra is t …

Blossoming through dance; evolving through music.     Connect with yourself by connecting to others. Allow your true self to come out. Become a radiant expression of joy, as you were meant to be.    When you move your body in new ways, your mind follows and opens, when your mind opens, your soul lifts and mends your entire being.   Dance is so healthy and so beneficial to mind and body that it should be in our lives more than just the infrequent times we go to a party or club; dance should …