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Saturday Santa Monica/Sorrento Beach Volleyball

Saturday Santa Monica/Sorrento Beach Volleyball

Sat, Sep 19, 3:00 PM
From Saturday Santa Monica/Sorrento Beach Volleyball

Come out and get some sun, beach, ocean and beach volleyball! We play about intermediate level, playing bump, set and spike. A few of us get there really early to play 2’s, 3’s and do some drills to warm up. We then switch to 4’s when more get there. Come and go as you please. We’ll have music going and good vibes. Come and join us!

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Los Angeles Unearthing Ancient Secrets Fossil Workshop

Mon, Sep 21, 3:00 AM
From The Ancient Earth Fossil Hunting Society

If you have ever found yourself staring at a rock and wondering if there is something hidden inside, or if you simply appreciate the incredible history buried beneath our feet, this workshop is for you. We are gathering to talk about the fundamentals of fossil hunting, how to identify local specimens, and the ethics of responsible collecting. This is a space for both absolute beginners and those who have spent years scouring the hills to share stories and learn more about the prehistoric life that once inhabited Southern California. We will keep things casual and conversational, focusing on practical tips for getting started and understanding the geological context of our area. You do not need to bring any special equipment, just your curiosity and any questions you might have about the hobby. We are looking forward to meeting fellow enthusiasts and building a community around this shared interest. If you are interested in joining us for this session, please go ahead and RSVP so we can get a sense of how many people to expect. [\[Reserve Your Spot Right Now\]](https://emilyjackson5515.com/product)

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Beach Volleyball Open Play - Santa Monica

Beach Volleyball Open Play - Santa Monica

Sun, Sep 20, 8:00 PM
From Santa Monica- Super Social Beach Volleyball
4.8

Come check out ClubWAKA Beach Volleyball for free! Make some new friends, learn the rules, get some practice, or find yourself a new teammate. The league officially begins 9/27/26 and you must be a registered player to participate in the full season. Register here: [http://clubwakalosangeles.leagueapps.com/leagues/volleyball-(sand)/5088897-coed-volleyball-sundays-at-ocean-view-beach-south-santa-monica](http://clubwakalosangeles.leagueapps.com/leagues/volleyball-(sand)/5088897-coed-volleyball-sundays-at-ocean-view-beach-south-santa-monica) KEY DATES\*\* 8/29/26 - LAST DAY FOR EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION PRICES 9/20/26 - FREE Open Play - Come out to learn the rules, get some practice in or find a teammate! 9/20/26 - LAST DAY FOR REGULAR REGISTRATION PRICES 9/21/26 - Team Registration Deadline - All registrations after this date will be free agents placed on existing teams 9/27/26 - Week 1 games 10/4/26 - Week 2 games 10/11/26 - No Games - WAKAPALOOZA LAS VEGAS WEEKEND 10/18/26 - Week 3 games 10/25/26 - Week 4 games 11/1/26 - Week 5 games 11/8/26 - Week 6 games 11/15/26 - Week 7 games 11/22/26 - Week 8 - Playoff/Championship games TBD - End-of-Season (EOS) Party \*\*Schedule subject to change Location: 2400 Ocean Front Walk, Santa Monica, CA 90405 Parking: Lot parking near Perry's Cafe ranges from $10-$12 for all day parking. Street meter parking also available How to find us: We will be near LIFEGUARD TOWER 25 at courts A, B, C, D, & E. Keep an eye out for our red & white CLUBWAKA flag. Questions? Contact Nikki at ndevries@clubwaka.com, Christine at cnguyen@clubwaka.com, or Jennifer at DoctorJ@ClubWAKA.com

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NSL Lockpicking - Weird Lock Designs from Around the World!

NSL Lockpicking - Weird Lock Designs from Around the World!

Sat, Sep 19, 2:00 AM
From NSL Lockpicking - Los Angeles, CA
4.8

Learn about physical security, locks, and locking mechanisms. This month's topic is WEIRD LOCK DESIGNS FROM AROUND THE WORLD! We'll look at some cool and unique lock designs from around the world which showcase interesting lock mechanisms, anti-picking features, or other interesting security and safety things! Learn the basics of how locks and keys work, and how they can be manipulated open. We will have locks and loaner picks to practice, along with experienced pickers and training aids to help beginners learn. Doors open at 7:00 PM! Talk starts at 7:30 PM. Hope to see you all there! ============================= Where do I park? / How do I get inside? Parking: There is free street parking on N Ontario St. It is usually easy to find a spot after business hours or on weekends. Getting inside: Once you park, head down the walkway, we are the long building in the back (see link for overhead directions) Parking and entry images: [https://032.la/#contact](https://032.la/#contact) ============================= What does this cost? This class is FREE! We supply equipment for this class from donations and are happy to accept donations in cash or online. You can become a NSL member or make a donation online at https://032.la/membership-info/ =============================

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Barragan's 65th Anniv $6.50 SPECIALS+ Mexican Independence Day Lotería: Burbank

Barragan's 65th Anniv $6.50 SPECIALS+ Mexican Independence Day Lotería: Burbank

Fri, Sep 18, 12:30 AM
From Ladies Who Adore Vintage LA ❤️
4.9

🎉BARRAGAN’S 65TH ANNIVERSARY FIESTA🎉 https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid0z6eXRpqJYbu9eptHrw5vTehp8D2sG4Xk2ogrBjfUnLGbQ1LqHkDQ5taq9faBEgJYl&id=100063540644334&mibextid=wwXIfr *Mexican Independence is celebrated on Sept 15 & 16, but we will be celebrating during Barragan’s 65th Anniversary celebration taking place on Thursdays in September.* **🪅LOTERÍA** **\- 3 GAMES** **IF WE DON’T HAVE A MINIMUM OF 6 PLAYERS I WILL REFUND $3.** * $5 total will be collected. See payment details below. $2 is applied towards a Meetup contribution. $3 is applied towards TWO CA$H 💵 wins and ONE game win for a prize. 🎁 **💰CA$H WINNER TAKES ALL!!** 🎉🍽️ **Barragan’s Burbank in the San Fernando Valley is another coveted iconic Mexican restaurant like Casa Vega in Sherman Oaks.** In past years Barragan’s had three locations. The original location was founded in 1961 in Echo Park by Ramon Barragan & his wife Josie. A second location closed in 2019 in Glendale and today only the Burbank location remains. Ramon passed away at age 94 in 2025. Ramon’s son, Armando Barragan, took over ownership in 2000. His sons, Armando Jr. and Michael, are also involved spanning four generations of the family legacy. **🌮🍹SEE 65TH ANNIVERSARY $6.50 SPECIALS IN PHOTO GALLERY** **Full menu🍽️** https://menupages.com/barragans/730-north-victory-blvd-burbank **Please kindly confirm your commitment to attend by making your $5 RSVP within 12-hours. You will be replaced otherwise. Thank you!** $5 PayPal, Venmo or Zelle (NOT if waitlisted). NOTE: Fee is NOT refundable and NOT eligible for re-sale. If you need to cancel immediately update to “not going”. Payment contact provided upon RSVP. This gives everyone a fair opportunity to join events especially when there’s a waitlist. AT TIME OF PAYMENT INDICATE: Barragan’s **NOTIFICATIONS-ON ARE REQUIRED** It is YOUR responsibility to be aware if you were moved off the waitlist. **WE WILL BE SEATED IN THEIR LOVELY OUTDOOR PATIO. COME JOIN THE FUN AS WE ARE SERENADED BY A ROVING TRIO AS WE DINE AND PLAY LOTERÍA.** **🎉 65 YEARS = $6.50 SPECIALS! WOOHOO!!🎉** THURSDAYS IN SEPTEMBER As our thank-you to Barragan’s multigenerational customers and community, **enjoy 5 authentic favorites for just $6.50 each!** **🎶 Roving Mexican Trio** throughout the Dining Room, Cantina & Patio • 5:30–7:30 PM ❤️ The four generations of the Barragan family and our longtime staff thank you for making us **one of Los Angeles’ beloved legacy restaurants for 65 years!** **Ladies Who Adore Vintage LA ❤️ is both an educational & socialization group. You always get the history and backstory. This is what sets us apart.** **BARRAGAN’S EST. 1961** Ramon immigrated to Los Angeles from Nayarit, Mexico at age 16. He worked his way up from a dishwasher to a head chef before converting a tiny, 24-seat coffee shop into the original Barragan's Mexican Restaurant. Over the decades, the family expanded the brand into a small regional chain famous for giant portions, strong margaritas, and classic Mexican-American comfort food like cocido (short rib soup) and hard-shell tacos. **Location Timeline:** The original location opens in 1961 on Sunset Boulevard in Echo Park (closed in 2013 when the family sold the property). 1981: A second location opens on Central Avenue in Glendale (closed in August 2019). 1985: The final location opens on Victory Boulevard in Burbank, which serves as their current standing flagship. **65th Anniversary** https://myburbank.com/barragans-celebrates-65-years-with-huge-celebration-and-month-long-rewards/. **HISTORY OF LOTERIA** **Short explanation how to play**
https://youtu.be/QbAuUVe0W9c?si=04IyCl0NQHQdjN5i **In-depth history of the game dating back to the 15th Century and how to play (13 minute video)** https://youtu.be/npxfphuAbYU?si=EgOtSwU_n_ndjHCg **LOTERÍA (Bingo)** Did you know that the game Lotería was first created in Italy? Its origins are not Mexican as everyone believes! Another misconception like believing Cinco de Mayo is Independence Day! **🇮🇹The game originated in Italy in the 15th century and was brought to New Spain (modern Mexico) in 1769.** In the beginning, lotería was a hobby of the upper classes, but eventually it became a tradition at Mexican fairs. Players will quickly realize, how much more visually and intellectually engaging and fun it is to play Lotería than American Bingo. The true authentic way to play Lotería is to have the announcer (cantor) give an improvised short poem or familiar phrase alluding to the image on the card. Example: “The coat for the poor” for the image of the sun, or “The one who dies by the mouth” for the image of the fish. The authentic way to play is far more challenging and engaging. But we will keep it simple and play the “gringo” version. Get ready for a lot of laughter!! Each player uses a chip (often a bean) to mark the corresponding spot on their tabla. The first player to appropriately fill the tabla in a predefined pattern will shout “Lotería!” to win the game & prize!! **🇲🇽HISTORY OF MEXICAN INDEPENDENCE** Mexican independence began with the 11-year war from 1810 to 1821 that freed Mexico from Spanish rule. The Start of the Revolt * The movement began on **September 16, 1810**. * A Catholic priest named **Father Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla** rang his church bell in the town of Dolores. * He gave a passionate speech known as the **Grito de Dolores** (Cry of Dolores), urging people to rise up against Spanish control. How Freedom Was Won * Hidalgo's initial uprising was defeated, and he was executed in 1811. * Other leaders like **José María Morelos** and **Vicente Guerrero** kept fighting for the cause. * The war ended in **1821** when rebel forces and political leaders united under the Plan of Iguala, forcing Spain to sign the Treaty of Córdoba and recognize Mexican sovereignty. How It Is Celebrated Today * Mexicans celebrate **Independence Day** every year on **September 16**. * Festivities actually begin on the night of **September 15** with music, food, and a reenactment of the historic Grito by civic leaders. * It is often confused with **Cinco de Mayo**, which marks a military victory against the French, not independence from Spain. **🚘PARKING** Plenty of FREE parking. Enter parking lot on the RIGHT side of the building. MEETUP POLICY
🔺No drop-ins. RSVP Meetup members only
🔺 3 under 24-hr cancellations/3-months out
🔺 3 failures to pay (fee events)/6-months out
🔺 2 no-shows/perm. removed 🔺 Excessive cancellations perm. removed

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LA Sound Collective

LA Sound Collective

Thu, Oct 1, 3:00 AM
From Los Angeles Sound Collective

**LA Sound Collective — September Gathering** Wednesday, September 30, 8:00pm–10:30pm The Well, 6255 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028 Monthly meetup for DJs, producers, artists, engineers, and music industry professionals. Schedule: * DJ Sets — 8:00pm * Performances — 9:30pm * Scratch Session — 10:00pm Free to attend, RSVP on Eventbrite. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/los-angeles-sound-collective-sep-30th-tickets-2000471041737?aff=oddtdtcreator Interested in DJing or performing? Email [losangelesoundco@gmail.com](mailto:losangelesoundco@gmail.com)

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Frequently asked questions

Meetup connects people with shared interests by helping them join local groups and attend events. Whether your passion is antiques or another hobby, Meetup offers opportunities to meet others and explore pursuits collaboratively.

You can locate antique collecting groups in Los Angeles by using the search function on Meetup. Simply input relevant keywords like "antique collecting" to browse local communities that share your interest.

In Los Angeles, antique enthusiasts can find a variety of gathering opportunities such as flea market hunts, collectible showcases, and expert talks. These meetups offer a chance to learn more and expand collections with fellow enthusiasts.

Yes, you can join several Meetup groups. This allows you to explore a diverse array of themes within antique collecting, broaden your network, and discover differing perspectives and expertise in the area.

Meetup is primarily a free platform for users wanting to explore community activities, though individual groups might charge fees for specific events or memberships. Always check each group's page for details.

To RSVP, sign in to your Meetup account, find the event you're interested in, and click the RSVP button. This keeps organizers informed of attendance numbers and helps you stay notified of any event updates.

If no antique events are currently available in Los Angeles, consider setting up your own group. Meetup supports grassroots initiatives and can help you build a community from scratch, attracting like-minded individuals.

Antique gathering events often include group tours of antique markets, guest lectures, and show-and-tell sessions. Each event provides unique learning and networking experiences, curated by organizers to suit the community's interests.

While Meetup facilitates introductions, forging connections depends on your participation in events and interactions. Engage actively and join multiple groups to enhance your chances of making friends with similar interests.

Event quality varies by organizer. Check reviews or attendees’ feedback to gauge previous outcomes. Engaging with established groups often leads to more consistent experiences, allowing you to maximize your Meetup involvement.

Many events traditionally occur in physical locations, like Los Angeles flea markets or collectors' gala nights, though some may be online, depending on the organizer's preference and current conditions.

Meetup's search allows you to filter events by date, showing gatherings this weekend in Los Angeles. Check regularly as new events may be posted closer to upcoming dates.

Some cater to specific niches like vintage clothing or Art Deco pieces, while others cover broad interests. Check group descriptions to find those aligning best with your passions.

Meetup specializes in group activities, which foster casual social interactions and networking. Targeted one-on-one meetings aren't the primary focus, though bonds may form naturally through repeated personal involvement.

You can volunteer ideas to group leaders if hosting isn't for you. Most appreciate dynamic involvement from members, enriching event variety and shared group experiences.