We are a group of green/sustainable entrepreneurs and startups working to build our businesses and strengthen a new economy for the Los Angeles area. By co-working we are able to collaborate to exchange ideas and find new ways to solve problems the way entrepreneurs do.

The first party forum is Free! "Transition To Green" Community is all about learning at the local level how to make a transition to greener living. This is a grassroots, (non-partisan) public educational outreach that is on the nonprofit path. The concept of making a transition to green is something that all of us should be interested in learning more about, even if that means starting with baby steps. If you care about having cleaner air, water, energy efficiency, healthier food products and re …

This group is Greentech Live/LA and covers all of California until new groups are formed. How it all works 'Greentech Live/LA' is now forming our core group of 100 GX3 ( Greentech Gapathon Group ) Leaders and Members that will be provided with valuable training and guidance from our GX3 Team to research, analyze and provide information to the group about Funders and Founders on Finding & Filling the Funding Gaps that exist in our industry. ( More details coming soon ) GX3 Members and Leaders wil …

THIS IS A GREEN GROUP FOR ANYONE INTERSTED TO BE COME ORGANIC USE PRODUCTS. WE CAN SHARE WHY IS IMPORTANT TO USE ORGANIC WHERE YOU CAN BUY IT. WHY IS IMPORTANT TO GROW UP OUR CHILDRENS WHIT GREEN LIFE STYLE. WE CAN MEET NEW GREEN FRIENDS AND MEET TWICE AT MONTH IN A RESTAURANT FOR BREAKFAST , DINNER AND SOME ACTIVITYES IN THE PARK . LET'S MAKE A BIG DIFERENCE IN THE WORLD WE CAN DO IT TEAM you can call me 562 841-0193 maria

This meetup is for people who want to have eco-friendly fun, (mostly for free!) with like-minded friends who come together to eat, watch movies, learn, laugh and spread the love! Green Veggies is a non-profit formed to explain how eating meat directly causes climate change and how we can all save the world by the fastest, easiest, cheapest means possible. We offer a friendly, supportive approach to empower people to Eat Green, go vegetarian, and connect with a growing movement. Read more at gree …

Singles On The Greens Golf & Travel Club is a play date group for serious golfers. The dual purpose of our group is to play with and meet serious single golfers. Membership is open to any single person age 30 and over with a golf scoring average of 120 or lower. There are no membership fees to join. Members should be capable of playing a typical 18-hole round of golf, be interested in dating other members, be knowledgeable of golf etiquette, attire and abide by the USGA rules of golf during …

When a City determined to eliminate low-cost housing aims the development bulldozer at occupied homes, ignoring the legal rights of the occupants of those homes to quiet enjoyment, it is time for all Santa Monica's homeowners to waken up to the danger afoot. This group is an educational one to provide members with information on why city government in Santa Monica has recently made changes in the way Development Agreements are being processed.  This process has been designed by investors to excl …

Sustainable Virtual Design, which includes Sustainable Web Design, The "electric" part of Sustainable Graphic Design, and sustainability in game design, explores how to make design of websites and online games more sustainable. With more and more physical services being moved to the Internet, and with the Internet taking 10% of the electric power in the US, it is clear that design for games, websites, and virtual worlds will determine the long-term sustainability of our society. From "green web …

Do you want to get started on a regular juicing program? Not sure what to expect or how to do it? Would you like to learn the tips and secrets that I have developed juicing? I truly believe that the reason why people are unhealthy, obese and susceptible to cancer and other health issues in America is due to the poor nature of foods that are relatively cheap, convenient and accessible. Suffering from borderline high blood pressure and sugar levels no matter what it seemed like I did, it was time …

Hello and Welcome to Environmental Awakening! This meet up group was going to be canceled so I took it over.  I am Gary Mitchell and I am the Director of Planet Rehab (www.PlanetRehab.org) and we are an environmental nonprofit dedicated to protecting the environment.  We have an Animal Sanctuary (located in San Dimas) with approx. 350 animals + a Butterfly Habitat that we open to the public to help them understand WHY it is so important to protect what is left of the planet's ecosystems (many o …

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 …

Miss those Sunday Packer games with all your friends at the local dive bar? Don't know where to watch? Finally! This is it all you Packer fans, The Packer Bar you all have been waiting for. So come down and have some fun with fellow Packer fans! GO PACK GO!

There are many reasons to support cycling as a transportation alternative. Join Pasadena Green Wheels and meet others for group rides and to advocate for bicycles, pedestrians and a sustainable community. This group welcomes beginners as well as experienced cyclists. If you'd like to put your own event on the calendar, contact me using the oraganizer link on the left, and I can put it on the calendar or make you an assistant organizer - Eric Besure to check out the resources on the About …

This group is for people to come together to discuss and participate in lectures, cooking classes and events related to food, healthy living, green lifestyles, and nutritional education. We will have guest speakers that are foodies, chefs, healthy lifestyle coaches and authors here to demonstrate their knowledge and provide you with the tools you'll need to live healthier, enjoy new foods & enrich your life. You'll also get some great Whole Foods Market samples and meet other like-minded individ …

Root Simple is about back to basics, DIY living, encompassing homegrown vegetables, chickens, herbs, hooch, bicycles, cultural alchemy, and common sense. We're always learning, figuring stuff out, taking advantage of the enormous smarts of our friends and our on-line community, and trying to give some of that back in turn. Root Simple is a gathering place for everyone. We'll post our speaking engagements, book signings classes and other happenings of interest to the readers of our blog.

Dear Veggie Fonders, It has been over eleven years since I became a vegetarian. Little did I know that the decision I made to become a veggie back then would change my life for a wonderful start. I did it solely was out of respect for all living beings. And guess what? This veggie diet has completely cured my stomachache occurred since I was a teenager, decreased my doctor visits drastically, and made me a healthy and energetic person that my friends call me an energetic bunny!   As a result, I …

Calling all Los Angeles Architects, Interior Designers, Builders and those in the Design industry, join our Los Angeles networking group! This group is dedicated to uniting members of our community in order to make new friends and share the latest trends. Through networking events and informative seminars this group will thrive as a network of motivated design professionals in Los Angeles! http://www.meetup.com/LADesignIndustry/

YOUNG PROFESSIONALS IN ENERGY – JANUARY 31 The Los Angeles Chapter of Young Professionals in Energy (YPE) will hold its next networking meeting on Monday, January 31, 2011 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Association, 110 East 6th Street, Los Angeles, CA 900141-2006. JANUARY 31 IS A FREE ADMISSION EVENT The happy hour/networking event will be highlighted by a speech from David Freeman, an energy executive, engineer, attorney and author who is one of the leaders in American energy policy and currentl …

Valhalla California is a group based out of Los Angeles whose goal is to form and build a 100% sustainable community. Homes start at $7,000 and grow their own food, recycle water, heat and cool themselves, and utilize solar energy. No bills! Participants can focus all their energy on producing whichever art form they desire. We have entered the 'MY LA2050' contest that awards 8 recipients $100,000 to kick-start their project. It is decided upon a public online vote, so this is a great chance to …

A cooperative grocery store created and owned by the vibrant community it serves--This is the Arroyo Food Co-op, an alternative grocery store that will serve L.A.'s northeast: Altadena, Pasadena and beyond. A LOCAL RESPONSE TO GLOBAL CHALLENGES Combining the regional flavors of a farmer's market, the warmth of an old-fashioned corner store and the convenience of a supermarket. YOU have a voice here, and a place to join together with other, like-minded neighbors to envision, build and shop at t …

Join us for a unique opportunity to learn about cob in an urban setting. During these meetings, participants will build a cob oven and cob seating area in the backyard of our hosts' private residence. Oven construction, basic cob mixing and building techniques, niches and sculptural elements will be taught. Theory topics include foundations, roofing, and the logistics of acquiring project materials in the city. Participants will have enough knowledge to take on their own backyard project.

This group was created to unite current and future Earth building fans and artists worldwide, and to promote related events within the community. The group was founded by Erik Ven, graduate of the Nader Khalili founded CalEarth Earth Art and Architecture Institute. Our goal is to introduce this life changing building method called Superadobe, along with other alternative building and sustainable living methods to more and more people. We invite and welcome not only those who want to learn, but a …

Welcome to So Cal Offroad Trails.  The objective of this group is to have fun and make new friends while enjoying the outdoors.  We are a family-focused group of off-road enthusiasts that promote OHV education, safety, and stewardship. Our membership is open to ATVs, green sticker & dual sport motorcyclists, dune buggies, 4x4s and side-by-sides (UTVs).  Also, we attend off-road related events such as expos, shows and races!  We plan our off-road adventures on trails rated easy (green), moderate …

Meet local alternative health and holistic practitioners as well as other Southern Californians who want to live healthy and green lifestyles. Check our calendar for events of interest to al!.  While our Meetup zipcode is in North Hollywood, our HHMU members and events occur throughout Southern California -- from Orange County and the South Bay through the Westside and Santa Monica to Ventura and Santa Barbara along the coast, as well as throughout the San Fernando Valley to the Inland Empire. T …

Welcome to The Holistic Chamber of Commerce (HCC) Mind - Body - Spirit - Planet If YOU are looking for NEW health, wellness, lifestyle and business solutions, please see our Member Directory or Value-Based Solutions for holistic and eco-friendly ideas, products and services! Our Members have all submitted references that have been checked to ensure professionalism so that we can make referrals with confidence. The Holistic Chamber of Commerce stands for excellence among holistic, complemen …

You should join this group if you desire to: - consume less - commune more - create more - live simply - save money Analog Living is a series of lectures and workshops focusing on self-sufficiency and the do-it-yourself spirit. Topics will include off-the-grid living, urban homesteading, sustainability, and cultivating an alternative mindset toward consumerism and our way of life. If you have any suggestions on topics or speakers, please feel free to contact me! Micah White // Adbusters

The terms Renaissance man is used to describe a man (or woman, as "Renaissance woman") who is well educated or who excels in a wide variety of subjects or fields. The idea developed in Renaissance Italy from the notion expressed by one of its most accomplished representatives, Leon Battista Alberti (1404–72): that “a man can do all things if he will.” It embodied the basic tenets of Renaissance Humanism which considered man empowered, limitless in his capacities for development, and led to the n …

:::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::ABOUT THIS GROUP:::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: The purpose of this group is to learn about living more self-sustainably (including cooking at home), help the environment, save money. We will make more informed choices, eat more healthfully and sustainably, and pool our resources by buying select goods as a group. In these economic times, it makes sense! One must be creative in these times to save money. You should join this g …