Atheists United Los Angeles

Atheists United, California's largest grassroots atheist nonprofit, hosts a food distribution in Los Angeles every month at our office building. We've partnered with the LA Food Bank and Sunday Assembly Los Angeles to give out over 4,000lbs of food each event.

We need volunteers to help us unload, sort, assemble, and give away grocery kits from 12pm - 5pm.

From 12pm - 3:30 we unload the truck, sort the food, and build the grocery kits. From 3:30pm - 5pm volunteers will help hand food out directly to those in need in the neighborhood. From 5pm - 6pm we'll clean up and celebrate everything we accomplished together at a local restaurant.

Free snacks and drinks provided for all volunteers.

If you'd like to be a super volunteer, contact us about showing up at 10am to help with early setup!

Food: Snacks will be provided free for volunteers. We also usually buy lunch for everyone. After the event volunteers usually gather at a local restaurant to debrief.

Safety: Safety vests, gloves, and masks are available for all volunteers. Volunteers are expected to be fully vaccinated.

Parking: Free parking available for volunteers in our parking lot off Rampart Blvd.

Dress Code: Safety requirements include: no open-toe/open-heel shoes or high heels. We recommend casual attire (jeans, t-shirt, light sweater, & tennis shoes). Please dress for the weather and wear sunscreen as needed.

Any questions, please contact Evan at evan@atheistsunited.org

We know we have only one life to live and few things bring more joy than helping others. Join us!

If you can't attend but would like to help support the program financially please consider a donation to Atheists United so we can organize more projects like this in the future: https://www.atheistsunited.org/donate-now

At Atheists United, we are committed to creating safe, inclusive, and harassment-free environments at all of our events. By participating in an event hosted by Atheists United you agree to follow behavior outlined in our Event Code of Conduct policy.

This group is sponsored by Atheists United. Learn more at www.atheistsunited.org

PURCHASE TICKETS: https://events.humanitix.com/science-sunday-whale-watching

Join us for an unforgettable group whale watching and dolphin cruise led by a science educator, for 50% off normal ticket prices (if you're an Atheists United member)!

Davey's Locker whale watching and dolphin cruises often view giant blue whales, finback whales, gray whales, humpback whales, minke whales, and several species of dolphins. This trip includes an added naturalist educator, just for our group, who will answer all of our questions about the marine ecology of Southern California.

Atheists United hosts Science Sundays throughout the year for our community to comes together and celebrate the impact of science on our world. We tour museums, labs, and natural wonders around LA with the best and brightest science communicators available. Learn more at atheistsunited.org/science-sunday

Only 30 tickets available!

ARRIVAL INFORMATION

• Address: 📍 Davey’s Locker 400 Main St, Newport Beach, CA 92661
• More Directions Info & Parking Map: 🔗 www.daveyslocker.com/contact-us-directions

WHEN TO ARRIVE

• Please arrive at 10:30 AM for group check-in (60 mins ahead of departure)
• Our boat is scheduled to depart, with everyone already boarded, promptly at 11:30 AM
• Boats cannot be held for late arrivals. If you miss our departure time, you will forfeit your ticket.

PARKING

• Balboa Pier Municipal Lot (recommended):
• large outdoor lot located on Palm St. While you are driving down Balboa Blvd. toward our location, you will make a right turn onto Palm St.
• Once parked, it’s a 4–5-minute walk across the street to the Davey’s Locker office.
• Rates: $2.80/hr | Max $28.05

TRIP DURACTION

• Our whale watching trips run approximately 2 hours, with an additional 30-minute buffer if needed, depending on wildlife activity and travel distance.
• Please plan for a 2 to 2.5-hour experience.

WHAT TO WEAR & BRING

• We recommend participants come prepared with:
• Closed-toe shoes
• Reusable water bottle and snack
• Sun protection (sunscreen, hat)
• Light jacket
• Camera (optional)
• Small amount of cash for snacks (optional)

CAN WE BRING LUNCHES ONBOARD?

• While lunches are permitted, we suggest leaving them behind for the following reasons:
• Wildlife viewing becomes disrupted
• Trash can blow into the ocean

WEATHER POLICY

• Whale Watching trips run rain or shine.
• In the event of inclement weather, the captain may modify the trip to a harbor tour.
• In rare cases, if weather conditions prevent safe departure, we will reschedule your trip or offer a refund.

ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY

• To ensure a safe and respectful experience for all guests:
• No disruptive, unsafe, or inappropriate behavior
• No smoking or outside alcohol
• No recreational drugs
• IDs are required for alcohol purchases
• Local authorities will be contacted if needed

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Send questions to evan@atheistsunited.org

At Atheists United, we are committed to creating safe, inclusive, and harassment-free environments at all of our events. By participating in an event hosted by Atheists United you agree to follow behavior outlined in our Event Code of Conduct policy.

Welcome to SMART Recovery Los Angeles!

We offer self-empowering, non-faith-based mutual help groups for addictive problems. These meetings are free and open to anyone! No one is required to participate. All you have to do is show up!

Please RSVP with David by phone or text at (541) 255-6289 or Jarrod at (209) 752-7763 to register for the meeting and receive location information.

All are welcome, but vaccinations are required to enter the building. Some meetings will be online. ***Please text David to confirm before attending.***

Parking is available in the rear of the building. We meet in the theater on the first floor or the conference room on the second floor depending on the size of the group.

These meetings are sponsored by Atheists United Los Angeles.
We do not sign court cards.

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For more information please check out https://smartrecoveryla.org

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Change myself, change the world…

SMART Recovery® (Self Management And Recovery Training) helps individuals gain independence from addictive substances and activities.
Welcome to our community! Our discussions are based on scientific knowledge and evolve as scientific knowledge evolves. SMART is helpful for some participants primarily because they become involved with a new community of helpful and friendly people. For others, SMART is helpful primarily because they learn new ways of thinking about themselves and their behavior.

Although we have science-based ideas for you to consider, no one will tell you what to do. Our slogan is “Discover the Power of Choice.” For many SMART is a combination of a new community and new ways of thinking. You can be involved with SMART in whatever way you want to. We look forward to your participation.