This Meetup is for the Orange County Interfaith Coalition for the Environment and the Aldersgate United Methodist Church's Environmental Ministries Committee Events and Meetings. Everyone is welcome to attend our events and our meetings, as well as invite others.

… Please keep in mind that as a community we endeavor to be mindful of our impact on the environment and on the hosts/hostesses of our event. To that end we ask that all attendees always bring their own reusable plate/bowl, cup, eating utensils and serving utensils to each party so that there is neither paper/plastic waste nor a dish washing burden for the host or hostess. Please consider making bringing your own eating ware with you be a habit for any potluck or other event you attend where dispo …

APe Action, established in January 2007, is a non-profit organization committed to promoting change through the education of moral and ethical values relating to animals, people and the environment. We strive to encourage kindness and empathy for the interconnection of humans, animals, and the earth. Through our dog rescue, PSAs, documentaries and various educational programs we encourage communities to tackle social issues.   For a full list of our available list of our companions and to learn …

Meet other local animal rights activists. Gather information about animal abuse issues and discuss constructive, non-violent ways to raise awareness in our society about the plight of animals raised for food, fur, experimentation, and other uses. Encourage people to adopt a whole foods vegan diet which is respectful to animals, the environment, and our own health. Teach youngsters in the community the importance of showing compassion and mercy to creatures who are not able to speak up for the …

Are you an intelligent gay man who would describe himself as highly sensitive? Have others, perhaps disparagingly, called you "overly sensitive" or "too sensitive"? Do you have a rich, complex inner emotional and mental life? Do you seem to be more aware of subtleties in your environment than most people are? Are you able to empathize and connect deeply with others? Do you feel different from most other people, especially in the way of feeling more complex, sensitive, and self-aware than they ar …

Welcome, This is a fun group of friends, traceurs, and runners from all different levels of fitness and skill. We explore and map out some of the best routes and areas to practice parkour in the Los Angeles area. We focus on the fitness, strength, and endurance aspects of the sport of parkour, while encouraging proper technique and unique expression throughout the routes we explore. We also learn the rules of the pavement and how take on our environment in the most intelligent way. And  whether …

Does your teenager love the guitar? Do you want to keep them busy during the summer? This guitar club is to join teenagers who have a love for the guitar and want to get them in a friendly environment where they can play with each other, learn from each other and teach each other and make friendships.  Even if you are begginner or a pro, come join and have the kids learn and teach each other! Most children this age already have a social network at home, school, church, or work while some tweens/ …

Our mission is to provide a virtual networking forum for people with the same interest and intelligent mind. We provide entrepreneurship education, and informative materials to help Innovative Entrepreneurs expand and be more successful.  In this rapidly changing environment, where small businesses are not only facing their competitors locally, but also globally. Their domestically made products are being killed by overseas competitors where labor is cheap.  Their store sales went down due to th …

PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS & EXECUTIVE COACH NETWORK   This group exists to provide a forum where coaches, mentors, and advisors can connect, grow, and succeed. We are a group of professionals committed to excellence in executive and business coaching, life and career coaching, or professions that include elements of mentoring and advising. These are our values: 1) CONNECT -- Our environment is one of fun and camaraderie. While we take our professionalism very seriously, we also believe in the san …

This group was formed to help others discover the gratifying experience of organizing your environment with practical and attractive solutions. It addresses home and work environments, space layout, paper/filing, time management, keepsakes, clothing and closets. Learn how to evaluate your belongings, their use and placement in your space to establish a well balanced environment that promotes increased free time, productivity and reduced stress. About the group organizer: Stella Hagen, owner of S …

… - :) 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 group activities. You no longer have to feel guarded or feel concerned because our motives (and intentions) are pure and simple – We want our members to feel welcome and to take part in a community that offers encouragement, support, nurturing and celebration. Please know that we would rather fill a space with welcoming energy force a t …

… Come outdoors with us and enjoy the fresh air and fun environment! Why Boot Camp? *Lose 5-20 lbs *Reduce body fat by 3-5% *Decrease midsection by 1-3 inches *Drop 1-2 pant sizes *Increase strength & endurance by 30-45% *Dramatic improvements in your physical well-being and self-confidence *Motivation and inspiration in a team environment *Greatly improved posture * Breakdown personal barriers & limitations *Co-Ed & Women's Only classes *Flexible class times *Hold yourself accountabl …

… You'll learn and practice in a friendly, comfortable and safe environment with people who are there for the same reason you are—to become better communicators. At Toastmasters, members learn by speaking to groups and working with others in a supportive environment. A typical Toastmasters club is made up of 20 to 30 people who meet once a week for about an hour and a half. Each meeting gives everyone an opportunity to practice conducting meetings, giving impromptu speeches, presenting prepared sp …

I wanted to start this group for women who want to work out without the intimidating environment of the gym. It's a very supportive, fun environment for those who want to take their fitness to the next level! Workouts will be at the beach, at a small, local gym, or at a park. If you're interested in getting a great workout, building muscle, burning calories and fat, learning more about health ad fitness, and meeting new people, this is the group for you! I have been in the fitness industry for o …

… And it prepares you for labor and delivery with postures and breathing techniques that strengthen, release tension, increase flexibility and reduce stress - all in a comfortable, contemplative environment. The combined effect is intended to be one that promotes a heightened state of physical and emotional well-being. What to expect in Baby & Me Yoga: You can bring your baby to yoga practice and not have to worry about leaving to change the baby's diaper or feed. We want to cultivate an environme …

This group is for all of southern California and will have meetups in Los Angeles, Orange County & the Inland Empire. Let’s carve out a little corner of the world just for us.   A place where we can get together in an accepting & positive environment to be our best self now.  A space fixed on size acceptance – and focused on self acceptance, with a fun and fearless vibe!  A group coming together to support each other and help each other accept ourselves as we are now, while we work to get where …