The Santa Monica Wine & Cheese meetup is a place to explore wines and cheeses of the world in friendly company and a low-key setting. Whether wine/cheese and education or wine and conversation, you'll learn something about wines and cheeses and leave having met some new friends.

Why did I start this group? I decided to start this group because I'm looking to meet friends with similar interests who want to take advantage of L.A. with me. I moved to Manhattan Beach from my home state of Iowa in 2002 but spent the past 3 years back in Iowa. The beach and warm weather called me back, so here I am again! Many of my friends are unavailable because they have moved, have new young families that are the priority, or always seem to be in the middle of a crisis. I'm looking for do …

Hello future friends and socialites! This group was inspired by one lonely night at a bar where I was eating and minding my own business, when suddenly droves of people (droves!) walked in, filling the place. This happened in a matter of 10 minutes. And it made me realize- I need to be in one of these groups. Taking a quick step back, I'm new to Santa Monica (and CA) as of March 2013. Hopefully we'll all make some new friends and explore this awesome city! About YOU- this group is primarily inte …

And it is often Happy hour here. Happy hour! what could be better. Food drink and new friends --with Happy hour drink specials - even better. Looking for active, fun people in Sherman Oaks, Encino, and Studio city Areas who enjoy getting together for an after work beer or happy hour cocktail. Happy Hour Members range from late 20s to mid 40's, with most in their 30's. Prospective members must be social and outgoing AND WITHIN OUR AGE RANGE. All Happy Hour members have a profile photo with you f …

For those who are truly food obsessed. You've been and will go to the ends of the earth to find the perfect ramen, foie gras, reuben, gelato, sidecar... You love going to both 3 Michelin star restaurants as well as taco trucks to find that little bit of food epiphany. You love following new trends and ideas in food both in your own kitchen and restaurants. You'd consider yourself an advanced foodie. I'm one, are you one too? I'm hoping to go to restaurants together, have food related adventures, …

I started this meetup over a year ago and haven't looked back since. I'm in my late 30's (gulp), and am SO not into the bar/club scene or crazy meetups with tons of people. I love board games (U.S.) and pop-culture trivia so I thought I'd start my own meetup group and host regular smaller-scaled game nights in my home. The smaller groups definitely make it easier and more fun in getting to know each other better. We get together once a month or so, play games ranging from DVD Trivia/Pop Culture …

Hi, Southbay Loyal Explorers. I have created this meetup specifically for people that want to discover and enjoy good restaurants from Torrance, Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, Carson, Gardena, Lawndale, Hawthorne, Redondo Beach, El Segundo, Playa Del Rey, San Pedro, Palos Verdes, Ranch PV, and Long Beach. Generally, I will research all restaurants that are popular from other websites and work on creating a discount for our members. We will plan Single, Professional, and casual 8-10 people event …

The Tilted Kilt Long Beach is a pub/sports bar with 42 beers on draft.  We hold monthly craft beer events and weekly pint nights.

“In wine there is truth”...many people believe that at the bottom of every bottle of wine is a true story.  I disagree but am more than willing to put the theory to the test.  Join me and let's find out one great bottle at a time. This group is designed to introduce you to new wines and ales and places to meet others with discerning palates.  We will visit unique restaurants, taverns and wine tastings.  We'll learn a little, drink a little and laugh a lot. Please pitch in to make this g …

Happy Hours over 40 is a fun group for meeting people over the age of forty at local bars, lounges and restaurants. We enjoy wine, beer, cocktails, food, dining, and music together. Lets try some of our favorite nightclubs together. We can also visit some brand new clubs, check out new restaurants for dining. Maybe do a bar crawl. Everyone in the age range of 40, 50, 60 is welcomed to join us! So if you are over fourty and want to get out and make new friends while drinking your favorite wine, b …

We are a fun group who loves to play and see live music while drinking good beer and wine! We have different themes and learn different songs, combined with the liquid of your choice. We also would like to hear your input as to what type of music you like and what instruments you play. Rock and Roll and blues are the norm. We'll even to a teaching sessions for those who want to learn a particular instrument. *Live Bands* *Wine, cheese and food pairings* *Beer tastings* *BBQ's* *Jam Party's*

We are the largest foodie group in Southern California. Meet People Interested in Dining Out, cooking, baking or drinking in L.A.! Enjoy & share culinary talents with our 4,000+ fellow foodies, gourmets, wine lovers, chefs and home cooks. Discover new restaurants, visit Food Festivals, grab some cheap eats, check out the latest foodie trucks, farmers markets, wine tastings & meet new friends. Learn about dining discounts too. Let's broaden our horizons and get together for some themed potluck di …

We always welcome new members!!http://www.facebook.com/DiscoverLongBeach Christopher D. Baroni - Organizer Come out and Discover Long Beach. This group is open to new and old friends. If you are new to town or just looking to rediscover Downtown Long Beach, this group is for you.  Single, in a relationship or married, we welcome everyone. Chris Baroni started this group over 2 years ago to highlight the Great city of Long Beach.  The perfect place to live and work. What do you enjoy most about D …

This group is for traders who want to hang out with other traders . No Trading Power point presentations here like the other trading meet up groups, this is purely a social gathering for traders. Lets talk about sports, finance, food & eating, books, annoying things and maybe even talk about trading or whatever else you want to talk about. We will have beer, wine or what ever beverage you like, with some great conversations, this is the ultimate traders cocktail party. All meet ups will be held …

DISCOVER, EXPLORE & EXPERIENCE LA This social group is for LA locals, tourists, newbies, solo travelers who'd like to meet new friends, network, and do a lot of fun things in LA. Famous Destinations Parks and Recreations Beaches and Lakes LA Art Walk Frugal Shopping Hole in the wall Wine and beer tasting Farmers Market & Organic City festival and events Biking, Hiking, Running, Walking Mission Churches Classical Music Broadway Musical SPONSORS We welcome sponsors who'd like to …

I started this group because I love music, people and I enjoy giving back to the community as do some of my musician friends and spectator friends. If you enjoy listening to music , like to meet new friends, meet other musicians, like to have fun, play an instrument, sing  or both, this group is for you. Come join our music mixers  and gatherings in a relaxed fun social music environment. The location and venue's change depending on the event and how many people RSVP. But the events usually are …

This is a Hot New African American and other lighter shades of brown, Summer fun, Outdoors group. The groups title comes from the artist Maxwell's 4th Album "Black Summer Nights", which is exactly what we are all about. Bringing California's African American population out the house, clubs and lounges and into the outdoors to bring the heat(sexy) and enjoy the heat all summer long (Cali Summer May-Oct) by part- taking various outdoor activities such as , food festivals, wine festivals ,outdoor c …