What we’re about
Whether you are new to the area or not, our Los Angeles area events assist in providing professionals with an atmosphere that is relaxing and friendly, where people can enjoy the event activities and the pleasant company of other professionals.
Our members come from the Valley, West L.A., East L.A., Downtown, Hollywood, Long Beach and Orange County to enjoy our many exciting events!
We host a variety of social events in the LA area, to include happy hours, wine tastings, bar crawls, parties, outdoor activities, dating events, seminars, cooking classes, upscale galas, casual social events, wine tours, beer tasting, sporting events, adventures/adventurous activities (river rafting, kayaking, rock climbing, mini golf), party cruises, singles cruises and club openings!
Our events cater to all age groups, although we host events which specifically include 20’s & 30’s, as well as 40+ age range.
All are welcome. Our events bring together friends and friends to be.
Come join us, at one of our upcoming LA area events and meet people who want to get out and do a variety of activities and adventures. It’s all about having a good time and enjoying good company.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Meetup on the Orient Express - Paris, Venice, Prague, Vienna, Budapest, IstanbulTorrance Municipal Airport-Zamperini Field, Torrance, CA
*****The group for this event (May 2025) is filled. International travel takes a lot of planning and it is a little late to join this trip . . . but do not fret! We are doing it again in Sep 2026. CLICK HERE to go to the event*****
Speaking of planning . . .
Here are our other upcoming more elaborate/complex meetup events so you can plan to join us.Aug 10-20, 2025 EPIC MACHU PICCHU! vis Short Inca Trail or Train!!
Aug 10-20, 2025 The Salkantay Trek EPIC MACHU PICCHU!
Sep 15-24, 2025 Bali & Singapore Journey: From Monkey and Elephant Sanctuaries to Urban Elegance
Oct 12-23, 2025 Jordan: Dana to Petra Trek with bonus of Wadi Rum
Oct 19-31, 2025: Petra to the Pyramids. Dead Sea, Sphinx & Nile Cruise
Feb 08-18, 2026 Northern Lights. A Scandinavian Odyssey!
Feb 28-Mar 11, 2026 India's Golden Triangle with HOLI and Dubai Extension
Mar 29-Apr 09, 2026 Cherry Blossoms in Japan
Jun 18-27, 2026 Mt Kilimanjaro Trek! One of the 7 Summits
Jun 27-Jul 06, 2026 Serengeti Photo Safari! "Africa’s Best Wildlife Show"
Sep 09-20, 2026 France Culinary Explorer! Food, Wine, Cheese. Cooking Lessons, Tastings AND MORE
Sep 20-Oct 03, 2026 Meetup on the Orient Express
Mar 06-16, 2027 Galapagos Islands ExpeditionFor detailed day-by-day itinerary and more info on any of these trips, fill out our form. You can check-box several events that way.
https://forms.gle/cQdqYw74gAYqphXX8OR
We do a monthly Q & A Zoom on all our overseas events.
Come to the zoom and ask any questions. Great way to get the info you want without all the other fluff. As well as meet us and other attendees.OR
Click Here to Message Direct to Anna with any questions.
We believe in good decent social. This events is cross posted to several other groups and the number of RSVPs on each is not reflective of total attendees. In this case the trip is full.
We have a set of sister groups where we post our local free, local/regional camping, and our overseas events.
Click Here to see and join in on all our other fun events
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Live the adventure instead of only dreaming it!
- PrayCation - HALF-DAY SPIRITUAL RETREAT – PLAY, PRAY & STAY IN REJUVENATIONSOUL CENTER OC, Irvine, CA
SOUL CENTER PrayCation HALF DAY SPIRITUAL RETREAT – 25+ ATTENDEES
Give yourself permission to relax and rejuvenate in a prayer and meditation experience. During our time together we will play, pray, and stay in a field of rejuvenation, relaxation, and revelation! This event will focus on expansion thru joy, and will include meditation, prayer, food, fellowship, and fun
LED BY
Soul Center Spiritual Director Rev. Keith is a Licensed Practitioner, Minister, and a faculty member at the Agape International Spiritual Center in Culver City, CA. A devout animal lover, Rev. Keith has been leading the Animal Kinship Ministry at Agape since 2007. A Founder and Spiritual Director at Aum & Garden, a metaphysical events and retail center in Sherman Oaks, CA, (www.aumandgarden.com) Rev. Keith has been practicing and teaching Integrated Energy Therapy® (IET®) since 2002.
Rev. Keith is a certified evolutionary Astrologer and Yoga Nidra Facilitator. He speaks and facilitates workshops on metaphysics, intuitive development and Divine energy medicine. A huge advocate of self-care and empowerment, Rev. Keith regularly facilitates classes throughout the U.S.A. focusing on Divine energy medicine, holistic wellness, science & spirituality, meditation and nature retreats. Rev. Keith believes that all paths can lead to spiritual growth.
LUNCH
A healthy lunch is included in the day.
FEELING SPIRITUAL - NOT RELIGIOUS
Join us for a Guided Meditation Every Sunday at 10:00. Is life a series of random events or is there a way the universe works? Join Soul Center and the consciousness crowd on Sundays for meditation, inspiration and deepening your spiritual connection. Feeling Spiritual but not religious? Go within or Go Without. Meet like-minded people for casual social connections in a safe place. Come early, stay for a nosh and chat with people about the meditation, your experience, ideas, and inspiration received. The community you seek is seeking you.
LOCATION
Soul Center
2082 Business Center Drive
Irvine, CA. 92612
SPIRITUAL COMMUNITY
Come early, stay after, hang and chat with people about the PrayCation, meditation, and inspiration received. Live and love. Simply, we are a group of people who gather to meditate together, get inspired regularly from each other for living in higher consciousness.
COST
Your investment in yourself for this spiritual retreat is $129.00.
Please Register Here:
https://soulcenteroc.com/etn/praycation-day-of-rejuvenation/
QUESTIONS OR FEEDBACK
Please email us at info@soulcenteroc.com - 🚴 Beach Bike Ride from Marina del Rey to Redondo Beach & BrunchDock 52, Marina del Rey, CA
Stay cool on our bicycle ride on the beach bike path from Marina del Rey to Redondo Beach. There's always a cool breeze at the beach, so come and get some exercise.
This beautiful beach bike ride is 26 miles roundtrip on flat bike paths and roads. See a map of this route here: https://goo.gl/maps/BI0GD
QUALIFICATIONS:
All bike riders are invited who are comfortable and experienced riding on the road and bicycle paths for 26 miles round trip and can keep up with a group riding at a speed of 13 miles per hour for approximately 2 hours.
IMPORTANT:
*** You are required to wear a helmet to ride with our group. ***
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MEETING PLACE AND TIME:
Arrive at 8:30 AM to park your car and get ready for the ride. There is free parking at Dock 52 parking lot.
Meet Louis at 8:45 AM in the first row of Dock 52 parking lot for a safety talk and introductions. Louis' cell phone number is in the RSVP question (which you can see by clicking on the blue box under "You're Going.")
We will depart at 9:00 AM.
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BRUNCH:
We will stop for brunch at Quality Seafood Fish Market in Redondo Beach King Harbor at 130 International Boardwalk, Redondo Beach, CA 90277.
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PLEASE FOLLOW THESE GUIDELINES:
RSVP: If you can't come please change your RSVP to "No" so we are not waiting for you.
BICYCLE: Make sure your bicycle is in good working condition with the tires properly inflated and the chain lubricated prior to the ride.
RULES OF THE ROAD: Safety is always our first concern. Use standard hand signals for group rides.
SPARE TIRE TUBES: You need to know how to change your own bicycle tire tubes if you get a flat tire. Please bring 2 spare tire tubes, levers, a small bicycle pump or CO2 cartridges to fill your tires with air once you change the bicycle tire tube. If you don't have spare tire tubes you might have to call a taxi to take you and your bicycle back to your car!
MONEY: Please bring money for your lunch and taxi if necessary.
BIKE LOCK: Do not leave your bicycle unlocked at any time. Please bring your own bicycle lock.
HELMET: Please be advised that you are required to wear a helmet to ride with our group.
WATER and FOOD: Please bring water to drink so you don't get dehydrated and food to eat, such as a protein bar, in case you get hungry.
WAIVER OF LIABILITY:
Please read this important disclaimer: This Meetup group, it's organizers and members take no responsibility for any injuries nor accidents that may occur during events. By joining this ride you take full responsibility for your own safety. Please ensure that you are in good health before participating and understand that there is risk involved in your participation. This Meetup group does not certify the qualifications of any of it's organizers or trip leaders, and they are not responsible for your safety. We are all just participants.
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This bike ride is crossposted on other Meetup groups.
The main group for this bike ride is Southern California Cycling Group at http://meetup.com/cyclegroup
