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IMPROV BRUNCH JAM with FREE COFFEE & DONUTS
Sun, Jul 5, 6:00 PMIt's the **first Sunday of the month**, and another **BRUNCH IMPROV JAM at the Glendale Room**. We'll begin at **11am** and go for **two hours**, going through warm ups, games and into a longform jam. All experience levels are welcome to play/watch/eat donuts/drink coffee/etc There will also be free **COFFEE** and **DONUTS**! There is a suggested donation of $5-$10, for those able, to help cover the cost of the stage and space. This month's jam is led by **Wendy Natividad.** **PARKING OPTIONS** You can find *metered street parking (much is free & open on Sundays!)*, open *neighborhood parking* several blocks away, or there is a **parking garage** (115 N ArtsakhAve) with a driveway RIGHT NEXT to The Glendale Room. Garage parking is **free for the first 90-minutes**, and **$1 for 30 minutes** thereafter (with a day max of $9)

Rain Photography Workshop with Mermaid Model in LA
Sun, Jul 12, 12:30 AMA 3-hour rain photography workshop with LA-based photographer Aaron Ram, featuring a professional mermaid model Naiia Lajoie. Shoot in FD's water studio, Yukon 3 — a specialty space featuring a shallow reflection pool, rain + mist system, and RGB lighting setups. This is one of the few studios in LA equipped for true rain photography with an indoor setting. Perfect setup for a shoot with a Mermaid. **Limited to 10 photographers.** ### Why join this workshop ✓ **Rain photography skills you can't easily practice elsewhere** — droplet freezing, backlit rain, working with a model in active rain ✓ **Two complete model looks** — mermaid wardrobe and a non-mermaid look, doubling your portfolio variety from one shoot ✓ **Specialty water studio** — shallow reflection pool + rain + mist + RGB lighting in one space ✓ **Intimate format** — only 10 photographers, real face time with the instructor and model ✓ **Hands-on shooting time with live feedback** from a pro photographer throughout the workshop ### Workshop program **Intro & Setup** — Rain photography fundamentals, camera settings, lighting basics **Lighting & Composition** — Backlight techniques, RGB setups, reflection framing **Shooting Session**— Hands-on shooting with Naiia in both looks, with live coaching from Aaron **Editing & Wrap-Up** — Editing rain and reflection shots, group critique, Q&A ### Your model — Naiia Lajoie Professional model since 2007. Award-winning actress since 2009. Certified underwater + stunt performer since 2018. Magazine editor/columnist and multi-award-winning red carpet host. For this workshop, Naiia will wear two complete looks — mermaid and non-mermaid. Follow Naiia: @naiyathenaiad ### Your instructor — Aaron Ram LA-based photographer specializing in dramatic lighting and water photography. His last FD Photo Studio rain workshop sold out. Follow Aaron: @ram_entertainment ### Pricing * **Early Bird: $145** (15% off, only 5 tickets, ends June 27) * **Standard: $170** Limited to 10 photographers total. **Message us on Meetup to purchase a ticket!** ### What to bring * Your camera and a lens you're comfortable shooting with (24–85mm full-frame equivalent recommended) * Fully charged battery + memory card with 32GB free * A microfiber cloth or two for wiping spray off your lens * Comfortable shoes for a wet floor ### Disclaimer The event organizer reserves the right to reschedule the event, cancel the event, or change models if needed. All registered participants will be informed promptly via email. ### Studio Environment You'll be shooting in an active water studio with wet floors, rain effects, and water around your gear. Bring a cloth for your lens, protect anything water-sensitive, and dress for a damp environment. Attendees are responsible for their own equipment, personal items, and personal safety during the workshop.

Financial Freedom Friday
Sat, Jul 4, 1:00 AMFinancial Education and Network. A friendly, no-pressure group for learning real-world personal finance and meeting people who value growth.

Above & Beyond Screenwriting Workshop - In Person!
Fri, Jul 10, 3:00 AMWe meet in-person in the Kazuika Room at Veterans Memorial Park. Attendance is restricted to the 20 on the RSVP list. RSVP's open every Friday morning at 11:00am. The first five writers to RSVP and comment with "pages" will present their work the following Thursday. Please feel free to pm me for additional details. REQUIRED READING FOR NEW MEMBERS - Please read the Screenwriting Info sheet pdf before attending your first Thursday workshop. Message James the organizer with your email address, and he will send it to you.

Next Century Toastmasters Meetup
Thu, Jul 16, 7:30 PMWant to develop your speaking skills? Join our one and a quarter hour meeting. We start with prepared speeches. Each speaker will then receive a 2-3 minute oral evaluation to help him or her understand what was done well in the speech and what areas offer opportunities for growth. The table topics section provides the opportunity to practice thinking on your feet and impromptu speaking for 1-2 minutes. Our meetings are always fun and guests are always welcome. You may bring lunch (take out is available on the "A" level from Trimana). Parking will not be validated (rates as of 09/27/16, $4.25 for each 12 minutes, maximum $34).

How to Get Featured on Podcasts & Grow Your Business
Fri, Jul 17, 5:00 PMReady to turn your voice into your most powerful marketing tool? This hands-on workshop will show you exactly how to get booked as a guest on top podcasts and use those appearances to build your brand, boost your SEO, and fill your content calendar. **[Register For The Free Event Here!](https://luma.com/PodcastsGrowYourBusinessKINN)** Whether you're a small business owner, coach, or creative entrepreneur, you'll learn: * How to find and pitch the right podcasts * The exact scripts to get booked again and again * How to use podcast interviews to earn high-authority backlinks * The best ways to repurpose podcast content for YouTube, Instagram, and LinkedIn * Why podcast guesting is one of the most overlooked SEO strategies in 2026 Hosted by [Brandon Leibowitz](https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonleibowitz), who has been running and operating [SEO Optimizers](https://seooptimizers.com/) since 2007. They are a digital marketing company focused on helping small and medium-sized businesses generate more online traffic that converts into clients, sales, leads, and more. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and walk away with a game plan to get visible — without dancing on Reels or spending hours on content. **[Register For The Free Event Here!](https://luma.com/PodcastsGrowYourBusinessKINN)**
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