Meet local French language and culture lovers for conversation and fun! Come to a French Language Meetup and make new amis as you practice speaking, build your vocabulary and finally figure out those verb conjugations! All ages and levels welcome. We have a number of native speakers who like to help us out. When joining, please fill out your profile as completely as possible and include a photo and please be reachable by email. This helps other members identify those with similar language leve …

New Discovery showA: People's Republic of Capitalism Watch July 9-12 at 10 p.m. ET/PT Part 1: Joined at the Hip ? Wed., July 9, at 10 p.m. ET/PT The American and Chinese economies are irreversibly intertwined. The common complaint that the Chinese are taking jobs away from American workers is in many cases true. China's cheap and abundant labor attracts manufacturing from all over the world. Still, American economists estimate that the U.S. is as much as $70 billion richer each year because of i …

Welcome to Nihao Chinese. :) We are a group of South Bay parents who love their kids to get expose to Chinese language and culture. We will hold free story time every other Wednesday morning, aiming at providing a Chinese immersion environment for kids and their parents. Children of all ages and fluency levels of Mandarin are welcome to join. There is no membership fee to join this group. :) http://www.nihaochinese4kids.com/ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ngYehegtDf4 http://www.facebook.com/page …

Taiwanese language, also known as "Tâigí" or "Hōlóoē", is the 22nd most popular language in the world. Want to learn Taiwanese? Want to brush up your Taiwanese? Want to know how to read and write proper Taiwanese? This will be a great place for you. Join us and let's meet! :) Tâi-gí sī sè-kài siōng tē-22 tsē-lâng sú-iōng ê gí-giân. Kám siūⁿ-beh óh Tâi-gí? Siūnn-beh liān Tâi-gí? Siūnn-beh tsai-iánn án-tsuánn thák-siá Tâi-bûn? Lâi tsia tóh tióh ah! Tsò-hué lâi tsiáh-tê khai-káng!

The Alliance Française of Los Angeles is a dynamic educational and cultural nonprofit organization that serves the Greater West Los Angeles and West San Fernando Valley areas. Our mission is to promote and enhance the knowledge and appreciation of French and Francophone culture, to increase the knowledge and comprehension of the French language, as well as to encourage interaction among French, Francophone and American people through educational programs and cultural events.

This is a group for anyone interested in Brazilian Portuguese language. At our meetings I will teach the language and culture, and we'll also learn and practice some Brazilian songs. Welcome! Also visit our website for more information HERE.

This group is interested in bringing together American people to interact, host, and find new friends with international people. We're getting together by doing activities like hiking, pot lucks, arts and crafts, cultural events, etc. around Los Angeles. All ages and nationalities are welcome to join. Looking forward to meeting new friends! Note: this group is not a dating service for Americans looking for international people. Thank you for your understanding. Please show support for homestay i …

The South Bay needs its own German club! I'm starting this for anyone interested in German language, culture, business, or current events.

If you are looking to connect with fellow Africans and friends of Africa; meet new people, expand your network, and learn about Africa - then you are at the right place.  Lets meet & share with others our diverse cultures, history, and the American experience.  Anyone including non-Africans are free to join this group.  Our meetup will also give our members who are new to the U.S./Los Angeles the opportunity to make friends, thereby easing the process of adapting to the new LA environment. Our …

This group is for Asian Singles to get together to meet others who might have common interests, can share cultures, and who knows, potentially find love!!  This group is hosted by Los Angeles top Asian Matchmakers www.TwoAsianMatchmakers.com, where we host events and get people together. I started this group so we can strengthen the Asian community in Southern California and most of our events will center around single's uniting with other singles, Unlock the Night events, mixers where men are …

Chers amis Please read carefully before you join Our website is a hub that centralizes many French cultural and artistic opportunities. One of my strong beliefs is that being rich of many cultures is a blessing. We will strive to bring together the best of two cultures and that is why the best of American good manners and the best of American French good manners must be one of our rules of conduct. Answering emails from members promptly  and un-registering from events even if at the last minu …

Meet and hang out with local Japanese language and culture lovers! Come to a Japanese Language Meetup to practice speaking, meet new people and most important HAVE FUN & HANG LOOSE!! All levels welcome. 21 and over only for evening events.

Women United by the Passion to TRAVEL! - Are you faced with the dilemma of staying home because your friends either don't have the money, or time to travel with you and you're afraid to travel alone? No worries, Traveling Girlfriends has members that are just as excited to travel to the same destinations that you are interested in. Paris, France, French, Safari, Africa, Cuba, Jazz, Cuban Culture, Singles - Are you a teacher with time off and looking for a travel buddy? Travel with us during you …

Do you want the opportunity to practice your English? Do you want to expand your vocabulary? Do you want to learn in a mutually supportive environment? District One ESL Toastmasters allows you an opportunity to practice and improve your language. This Meetup is for all English levels, so don't be shy. Come and practice your communication skills (talking and listening) in a mutually supportive environment. There are no judges, just coaches and mentors who are interested in your personal and prof …

This is a group for anybody interested in Irish culture including Irish folk dancing, traditional music, and Irish language. I am based in Santa Monica and plan to organize events locally. I hope to start set dancing and various ceili dances depending on interest. I welcome all skill levels and will have local teachers lead some of the events. Also I hope as the group gathers momentum we can include sessions in traditional live music and also a chance for exchanging conversations in Irish with a …

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Ciao! WE'VE MOVED! We have joined with the world famous Hollywood and Westside Los Angeles Italian Language Meetup to enjoy the benefits of a larger group and greater variety of events. PLEASE JOIN US by clicking http://www.meetup.com/LosAngelesItalian/ where you will still be able to receive announcements and enjoy the same fun Westside Italian Language Meetup events! We are a friendly and enthusiastic group of Italian language speakers who share a love for the Italian language, its cultu …

Want to practice your Danish or get a shot of Danish culture? Looking for Danish play dates for your kids? Got salty licorice? Miss Danish movies? Danish cuisine? According to a recent survey, Danes are the happiest people in the world. Chances are this group won't make you miserable.

This informal playgroup is designed for all levels of French-speaking parents interested in teaching or exposing their babies and toddlers (0-4 years) to the French Language. We will meet once a month in the mid-City Los Angeles area. This will be a great way to connect with like-minded parents and keep up with the French language for both parents and children.

Let's enjoy speaking Thai together. Anyone who wants to learn Thai, please come and join us and talk about our experiences in Thailand or plans to go there or feelings about it.

Our group consist of over 1000 Spanish speakers ranging from beginners to fluent also native speakers. We schedule meetings in the Los Angeles area all levels of Spanish speakers are welcome.

Hey! This group is for Asian men and women in their 30s to mid 40s to make new Asian friends at dinner parties, dining events, gourmet dining out, potlucks, bowling, picnic, hiking, short hiking, movies, concerts, board games, networking professional events, photography, kayaking, dancing, salsa, happy hours, fitness, sports, tennis, cooking, camping, coffee socials, women's socials, food (yea, we like eating), wine tasting and other activities like movies.

We all love the US but lets face it, it's good to meet some fellow Europeans from time to time. This is a group to connect with fellow Europeans on a social or business level. This group is not exclusive to Europeans but members should have spent some time in Europe. Join and help us grow this group!

Global Friends is a site for singles of all ages,  races and nationalities.. The events will help singles get to know each other... walking, dinner, lunch, movies, dances, speedy introductions, bunco, karaoke, cruises, beach, & more. “In order to have friendship you must look past the color to the soul, because within the soul lies a rainbow of many colors.” Reminder:   Singles at the event are not limited to the RSVPs listed on this site. We advertise in various publications and other sites. M …

Meet fellow travel enthusiasts near you! Come to a Travel Meetup to relive adventures, share photos from around the world and get first-hand recommendations on new exotic destinations. Find fun, laughs -- and maybe even a new travel buddy!

This is a group for anyone interested in free activities for the entire family with kids all ages. We will post free family focused events on the westside, organize "story times" in english and german, arrange playdates in parks or library.

Come out to wine tastings and meeting new people at wine bars, lounges and dinners.  We will meet regularly to taste wine or just appreciate wine over food.  Group open to singles, couples and married.  30s and mid 40s welcome! You don't have to be a wine expert. Just come out try a new wine and have a few laughs! a few more details... Join us at dinner parties, dining events, gourmet dining out, potlucks, bowling, picnic, hiking, short hiking, movies, concerts, board games, networking professio …

A small and private group (a circle of close friends) which not only celebrates individuals of notable personal achievement, but also the rich colours of wisdom, heritage and tradition that has been passed down from one generation to another. Membership is strictly by invitation.