THIS IS MY PUBLIC FORUM AND I WELCOME DEBATE! SINCE THIS IS MY DEBATE FORUM, ANY MEMBER CAN MODIFY THIS ESSAY. WE WILL DISCUSS WITH LOGICS! We meet once a month at a Buddhist Association Office in Los Angeles( at the moment there are about 50 members). Come join.  We will have a deep discussion about the Amita Sutra and Amita, about whom a lot of people misunderstand. The Amita you now learned from the sutras is not the true Amita! The fundamental principles of Mahāyāna doctrine were based on t …

Sherman Oaks Toastmasters Monday and Thursday night in the Sherman Oaks Galleria .  Besides having weekly access to two clubs joining this meetup will connect you with many new friends. Over the past year the club has created an Improv Group (EPIC) that has propelled many of us out of our comfort zone. What is this meetup.com group for. (2) You don't have to pay anything simply   join the meetup and learn about how the meetings will give you verbal and presentation skills needed to excel . (3) Y …

“If you do not consciously create your future, then your parents, the environment, your old programs and patterns, have already done that for you.” A call to all deliberate creators, or those who would like to become just that! The focus of this meet up group is to help you put the Law of Attraction in Action and understand The 7 Universal Laws, which are all interconnected with the Law of Attraction. The Law of Attraction is only one of The Seven Essential Universal Laws that you need to unders …

Have you ever felt like making a big change in your life that will propel you on the way to success, but didn’t have a clue where to begin or what to do? Have you ever felt like you can do so much more but got stuck & never began? Have you ever felt like you lost an amazing opportunity because of lack of courage to act in the right moment? Have you ever felt unappreciated and wished that the others saw your true value, value which you DO possess? Have you ever dreamed of having a better life, a …

We are a group of men and women tennis players (4.0 - 4.5) who love to play tennis. We play out in Encino. So if you are competitive and want to have fun and a few laughs, please join us. We play mixed doubles, doubles and singles. Few Ground Rules: We charge $6 per person simply because the Courts are paid. It pretty much breaks even our cost but allows everyone to enjoy playing for less! Your fee includes: 1) Two Hours of Play time, 2) New Balls, 3) Plenty of action and fun (priceless bonus; …

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 …

Farmhouse Conf is Hollywood’s best backyard storytelling conference. 1 day / 1 track, 10 speakers (5 men / 5 women), no slides, no projectors. Just amazing people telling incredible stories. It's been called "TED Talks meetings This American Life meets a Fourth of July BBQ". The event brings together people from a variety of backgrounds and influences. The big vision is to get amazing people together, inspire them, give them time and space to cross pollinate... then watch what great things come …

WE ARE AN ASSOCIATION OF OPEN MINDED NONSECTARIAN BUDDHISTS TO MEET, GREET, EXCHANGE KNOWLEDGE, LEARN AND CHAT RE:BUDDHISM. PLEASE JOIN IF YOU WANT TO MEET LIKE MINDED PEOPLE AND ENJOY MOMENT OF ENLIGHTENMENT. make yourself your refuge; there is no other refuge. Make truth your island, make truth your refuge; there is no other refuge. Digha Nikaya, 16 Do not pursue the past. Do not lose yourself in the future. The past no longer is. The future has not yet come. Looking deeply at life as it is. I …

TO JOIN GROUP: Click on the " Join us!" button in the upper right. Fill out ALL profile questions. Short answers are fine. Please have patience when receiving membership confirmations. When I get busy, it may take over a week for me to respond. Note: Japanese characters do not work in profiles. Wait for the organizer to respond. The best way to find out about this meetup is to join the group and check out our calendar, past and future events. There are meetups every week. This Meetu …

Welcome to Black Outdoors - Los Angeles! Black Outdoors is a community that reconnects African-Americans with natural spaces and one another through recreational activities such as camping, hiking, biking, gardening, skiing, sports, concerts, outdoor movies, film festivals, seasonal festivals, bowling, volunteering, game nights, BBQ picnics, — and more! Our group is about connecting with people who share your outdoor interests and nurturing your adventurous spirit. While our meetups will be gear …

This is a group for anyone interested in Korean Language and Culture . :) It opens to anyone who are interested in the Korean language, culture, people, etc. Future events to include: trying out Korean restaurants and bars, seeing Korean movies, going to museums, etc. Suggestions are welcome! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Hello. This is Hong Kim. I am a native korean. I came to USA for studying 2.5 years ago. I had a korean la …

Squarespace's mission is to provide creative tools that power the future of the web. From designers creating the next generation of web and mobile experiences, to anyone managing their own online presence for the first time, Squarespace provides elegant solutions that set new standards for online publishing. By focusing our efforts on the fusion of design and engineering, we strive to create long-lasting products that delight and surprise our customers.

We're a social group with a common personality trait: Intuition. In this case, "Intuition" refers to one of the traits identified by the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI). Those who test as iNtuitive tend to be big-picture people who are imaginative, future-oriented, and enjoy discussing theories and abstract concepts. iNtuitives usually find it easier to connect with other iNtuitives. Since only ¼ of the U.S. population is iNtuitive, our group brings together fellow iNtuitives and makes it eas …

Singles. Singles. Singles.... Calling all Professional Fun Singles.  Are you single and ready to mingle? Are you a relationship minded single that is ready to take the next step in life but also wants to make sure the love of your life is your friend that can share activities with you that you already love or are willing to try?  Or maybe he/she is able to handle social or professional networking settings? Join us!  We are fun singles that want to expand our circle of friends and meet new people …

2013 is here and AR is beginning to hit the main stream.  Google Glass is in the pipeline with developer hackathons at the end of January/Early Feb.  Augmented World Expo (AWE) has become a destination developer conference and will (apparently?) undergo a rebranding due to its popularity.  The commercial AR development suites (Vuforia, Layar, Metaio, Total Immersion, String, et al) have thousands of registered developers around the world.  And it turns out, the greater Los Angeles area, and Sout …

What is Contact Improvisation? Contact Improvisation (CI) is a dance technique in which points of physical contact provide the starting point for movement and exploration. Jams usually takes place without music so that dancers can define their own pace. People dance contact in any combination of genders, there are no “steps,” and it’s entirely improvised. The practice includes rolling, falling, being upside down, following a physical point of contact, supporting and giving weight to a partner. I …

If you don't have the attitude then you won't make the altitude! A group of people who love the outdoors - particularly large hills that some call mountains. We love to spend time exploring the wilderness because we know freedom lies within the moment. Call us individuals who like to take the trail less traveled... Actually, that's a bit cliche... but whatever you get the drift. SOME QUICK INFO ABOUT SOCAL MOUNTAINEERS Some of the treks are going to be tough. This group is not for someone who …

Are you a young motorcycle rider looking to meet other people to ride with and discover new places? Let's get together and ride. All motorcycles and skill levels are welcome! No membership dues, No mandatory meetings just plain fun riding. We want to create a community of young (Around Mid 30s or younger) motorcycle riders in the Los Angeles area dedicated to connect youngsters to other people that share our passion so that we can learn from them, ride with them and hopefully create long relati …

The Burbank CashFlow Masters Club is a place where individuals can learn how to take control of their financial future by educating themselves about managing, investing and controlling their money. It is a place where you can meet like minded individuals who want to support and share with each other ideas about money and investing as we all strive to achieve time and financial freedom. Opportunities will also be presented to the group through which members can begin applying their knowledge t …

This outstanding group of volunteers is a grassroots organization dedicated to inspiring underserved children with a love of reading, thereby enriching their lives and opportunities for success in the future. To this end, Reading to Kids gathers hundreds of children and volunteers for reading clubs on the second Saturday of every month. The monthly reading clubs do not require an ongoing commitment - volunteers can choose to participate at a reading club whenever their schedules permit. The read …

The LA Cashflow Community will Support New Investors who want to get started AND seasoned Investors to take their Business to the Next Level. Whether you are working on your 1st million or your 2nd you DESERVE to have this information. We play Cashflow to learn how to play the game in real life. By learning and teaching Investing and Business Principles that are time tested and proven, we are gaining in more ways than just cash. Fans of Rich Dad, Poor Dad understand the cash flow quadrant and I …

The Creative Juice Bar is a place where you get together with other people searching for a creative outlet, to perfect a new skill, or to just join in some fun, community learning. Classes and workshops will be divided into 4 primary categories: Special Skills, Crafts, Weird Science/Tech, Green Living, and Chop Suey. Some classes may be practical such as "Beginner Survival Skills" and others may be for pure entertainment such as "Learn to Swear in 20 Languages." All classes are community driven, …

If you know HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript then you already have the know-how to create Windows Store apps and games. Getting started is easy and you'll also get access tutorials, softwares and resources to develop your Windows Game App. Who can join? Windows App Developers Developers (iOS, Android, BlackBerry, HTML5) who'd like to make an app for Windows Software Programmers who wants to dive into mobile app development Graphic Designers & Web Designers UX/UI Designers & Information Architects Wi …

The worlds of hackers and journalists are coming together as reporting goes digital and Internet companies become media empires. Journalists call themselves "hacks," someone who can churn out words in any situation. Hackers use the digital equivalent of duct tape to whip out code. Hacker-journalists try and bridge the two worlds. This group is to bring all these people together -- those who are working to help people make sense of their world. It's for hackers exploring technologies to filter …

Philanthro is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to engage young professionals in philanthropy, by serving as the leading platform for young professionals to connect with charitable causes through social, volunteer, and leadership activities. Philanthro is a 100% volunteer-based organization that prides itself on its core values of transparency, efficiency, and creativity. Beyond financially supporting charities, Philanthro's greatest contributions are building awarenes …

The ONA LA meetup group is for ONA members in the greater LA area, as well as any digital professionals in the area whose principal livelihood involves gathering or producing news for digital presentation and who are interested in the Online News Association. While membership is encouraged, it is not required to join the meetup group. All details for events, trainings, and panel discussions organized by ONA LA will be posted here for your RSVP. We also encourage you to use the chat and disc …

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Did you know that no amount of positive thinking will overcome a negative thought? Did you know that before any true change can happen in your life negative thoughts must first be Neutralized? This is just a tiny part of the insightful and powerful information I was amazed to learn when I found out about the Higher Self information. My name is Janet Richmond and 25 years ago I started attending a group that gave me access to the most life-changing processes and techniques I'd ever encountered b …