Bonding Activities Los Angeles

OCollectiveO Women’s Circle — Freedom in Movement

Woman Circle, Freedom in movement

Cuddle Party in northwest Chula Vista, San Diego

WHAT IS CUDDLE PARTY®? (From CuddleParty.com) Cuddle Party® is … a workshop! Though touch is natural, the skills that make it welcome and enjoyable should be learned. The skills of communication, boundary setting, asking for what you want, and saying ‘Yes’ or ‘No’ with clarity and kindness are practiced. Cuddle Party® is led by trained and certified Cuddle Party® Facilitators. That’s me, Amanda. This workshop is to guide you into those skills gently and easily, in a fun, safe and light hearted, nurturing way. It is to welcome you and create an atmosphere of respect, and remain available for questions and support. At a Cuddle Party® you gain: * Clarity and confidence * Boundary and communication skills * Comfort, support and encouragement. • All gender identities, lifestyles and ethnicities bu are welcome. The cost of this event is $40 with sliding scale if you are in need just reach out to me with questions. I am also offering early bird tickets for $30 each. The value of this event is well worth it. Learning to communicate is helpful in any relationship. The tickets are non refundable unless you attend the whole welcome circle and decide that this isn’t the event for you. Also, ticket sales will end 48 hrs before event for planning purposes. The event is held at my home in a room set up behind my garage detached from the house. There are 2 steps up to get into the main house to use the restroom. I also have cats in my home that I lock up when people are here but they do not go into the cuddle space. This is their home and they welcome you to come and join if you are open to it. Worried about who is coming please read the attached from my colleague Jean from cuddle sanctuary. https://events.humanitix.com/cuddle-party-dryr6da3 ETIQUETTE Arrive on time: once we begin the Welcome Circle Cuddle orientation, the doors will close and no one else will be admitted. This creates comfort and accountability by ensuring that everyone has heard the rules and expectations and has agreed to them. What to wear: Comfy G rated clothes. What to bring: Just you and any munchies you want to snack on and water in a closed container. Scents can make small spaces feel even smaller. Please refrain from wearing fragrances, or other strong scents (soaps, powders). EVENT ITINERARY Sunday August 23, 2026. 10:00am 2:00pm please arrive no later than 10:15 am for safe space creation.) 10:00-10:15 meet and Greet - Cuddlers arrive, check in and get comfy. • 10:15-11:15 Welcome Circle/Initial Ice Breakers - You must be present through the entire welcome circle to participate. •11:15- 1:45pm Transition Exercises to Open Cuddle Time - Freestyle consent aware cuddling or socializing. 1:45-2:00 Closing Circle - Coming together for gratitudes, closure, and goodbyes. CLASSIC CUDDLE PARTY® RULES [Clothes] stay on the whole time You don't have to touch anyone at a Cuddle Party® ever. You must ask permission and receive a verbal YES before you touch anyone. If you are a yes, say YES. If you are a no, say NO. If you are a maybe, say NO, You are encouraged to change your mind. Respect your relationship agreements and communicate with your partner. Get a facilitator if you have a question, concern, or need assistance. Tears and laughter are both welcome. Respect people's privacy when sharing about Cuddle Party® [style events.] Keep the cuddle space tidy. VALUABLE INFO FOR PEOPLE WHO MIGHT BE NEW TO THE CUDDLE PARTY® VIBE If you are new to Cuddle Parties, the following information can provide many answers for you. * The secrets to welcome, relaxed, non-sexual touch The skills you learn at Cuddle Party® translate into everyday life, right from the start. When boundaries and consent are clear, every relationship easier. https://events.humanitix.com/cuddle-party-dryr6da3

Ian Fleming: The Spy with the Golden Pen

Celebrate Ian Fleming at The Last Bookstore in Studio City. Join Steve and Neil from To Live and Let Die in LA for a LIVE podcast and MORE! We're celebrating the guy behind the spy with an evening dedicated to author Ian Fleming! In collaboration with the amazing team at To Live and Let Die in LA, we've put together a thorough celebration of Fleming and his timeless brainchild *Agent 007* at The Last Bookstore in Studio City! * Kick your night off in style by snapping a photo outside of store in front of a 2010 Aston Martin DBS courtesy of Michael Laity. * Once you're inside, feast your eyes on rare 1st Edition Bond books courtesy of Matthew Bradford. * After that, join us for a LIVE episode of the To Live and Let Die in LA with Neil McNally and Steve Kilcullen featuring extra special guest Matt Gourley (*James Bonding Podcast*). * Following the show, guests will be treated to a 30-minute presentation + Q&A with Alan Porter (*President, Ian Fleming Foundation*) at the helm. * And if that's not enough to shake (**not stir**) your martini? We've got Luciana Paluzzi of *Thunderball* fame in the house! * Plus! One lucky attendee could go home with a Complete Fleming Boxed Set courtesy of HarperCollins Publishing. * Themed drinks courtesy of 4th Horseman! Click on the ticket link below for more info: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ian-fleming-the-spy-with-the-golden-pen-tickets-1996354700650?aff=oddtdtcreator

A San Marino/Lacy Park & Beyond, 10k-Steps Challenge #42 [TCP MOAI Adventure]

**Welcome to [The Canis Pack IKIGAI 10K Adventure] + Purpose, Friendship, Togetherness & Support!** **We Will Not Wait Until Life Is Not Hard To WELCOME Strength, Beauty & Joy Into Our Lives!** **SNIFF - EXPLORE - EXERCISE** [**THIS IS A WALK FOR PEOPLE WHO DO NOT HAVE DOGS - AND FOR THOSE WHO DO**] **AGENDA;** **\- Gathering at 5:45 \- 1485 Virginia Rd\. Lacy Park** **\- Leaving at 6:00 pm Promptly** **\- Bathroom Break as we head out** **\- Continue with the Inner and Outer Loop walk** **\- After the Loops\, then exploring the surrounding San Marino neighborhood\.** **\- This will be a 10K Walk – About 6\.2\-5 miles** **\- 2 Hours or so Walk** **\- 8:00 pm \- Returning to Lacy Park** **WHAT TO BRING;** **\- Water** **\- A Warm Jacket for Chilly Nights** **\- Flash Lite** **\- Bug Spray** **\- Snacks if needed** **\- Good walking shoes** **\- Comfortable walking clothes** **\- A bright Jacket for the Dark days** **LISTEN THERE'S MORE;** **Goal: A STRONG LIKE-MINDED TOGETHERNESS!** \* We will Establish Togethereness \* We will Bring about a Strong Awareness \* We will Establish a Strong National Presence \* We will Be Active and Responsible \* We will Always Think as a Like-Minded Group \* We will Put our Health and Wellbeing First \* We are a Pack-Family **\* We will Gather and Walk with Harmony** I know—10,000 steps might not sound like a lot, but for those of us who sit at desks or stand in one place all day, it's not always easy to hit that goal. And while 15,000 or 20,000 steps would be great, they also require more time. So to make it fun and manageable, we’re starting with 10k steps as a challenge—and we may increase the goal in future events. **THE IMPORTANT POINTS ARE THESE;** Space is limited, so **please RSVP only if you’re 100% sure you’ll attend.** 🙏🏾If you RSVP and don’t show, you will be 🚩Red Flagged 🚩for future events—we all appreciate reliability and respect for others' abilities to get a spot to walk!🙏🏾 Expect to hit somewhere between **10,000–12,000 steps (approximately 7.5-9 miles),** depending on the pace and group. This **midweek walking event** is going really well. So, let’s **stay active together** and **make this a Strong part of our routine.** **See You There.** [COMMENT BELOW IF YOU ARE IN AGREEMENT] **NOW IS THE TIME, LET’S GET TO WALKING;** Btw. Yes, Lacy Park allows dogs. However, they must be on a leash and it will be your own responsibility. No running involved. Just a casual, social walk. Bring water if you need it. **Free street parking is available in the surrounding areas. Please avoid parking inside the park lot, as the gates may close before we finish our walk.** **Park closes at dusk so I strongly advise against parking inside any of the lots. Just drive around, and you can easily find free open parking spaces.** **Lacy Park is located at 1485 Virginia Road, San Marino, CA 91108**

(Glendale) Friday Happy Hour Mixer: Grab A Drink and Make A Friend

**\*\*Reminder: Event is cross-posted on other Meetup groups and there will be attendees from other groups. The number of guests attached to my name reflect the number of attendees signed up with the other groups.\*\*** Whether you're a regular or new to Meetup, come by to our event and get ready to meet new people and make new connections! It's also a great way to end the work week and kick-off the weekend with good vibes and even better company... ***Happy Hour is from 5-9 PM*** [Happy Hour Menu](https://irp.cdn-website.com/3eaa39b5/files/uploaded/MR_FURLEYS_GLENDALE_MENU_2025.pdf) **Seating**: First come, first serve (I have submitted a request for a reservation but it has not been confirmed by the venue yet) **Payment**: Order and pay at the counter (counter service) **Parking**: Street parking (be sure to read the signs) **Guests**: Attendees are welcome to bring a guest Questions? Feel free to post them in the comments section. I will be posting event updates as they become available.

Sherman Oaks [Beginner-Intermediate] - Social Guitar Practice!

Let's get together in the park to talk, play, and practice guitar! Everyone can bring a chair and acoustic guitar and we can have some fun. Meet under the big tree on the park side of Huston & Calhoun intersection. Bring a chair! Everyone is welcome to bring songs for the group to work on. Please bring print-outs of the lyrics with chords for everyone to reference as that will make it much easier for the group to learn. Files from songbook used at the Van Nuys park meetups can be downloaded here: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/yjrp276bxbe0s4r/AADO9yiaWwcAxHpxeDIA2_a1a?dl=0 House Rules: **Bring Your Own Guitar and CHAIR** Recommend bringing a **Music Stand** No amps (guitars must be acoustic or unplugged) No smoke of any kind No-Show Policy: Please be considerate to people on the waitlist and change your RSVP asap if your plans change. No-shows and cancellations after RSVPs close are super uncool and will be tracked. Remember, anyone can host events with this group. It's EASY! All it takes is picking a time and location and committing to be there on time. That's it! Please PM me if you would like to host a future event!!!

USC Networking Night: Alumni, Students, Faculty Welcome

**MUST REGISTER WITH A TICKET HERE: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/usc-speed-networking-night-tickets-1996821978290](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/usc-speed-networking-night-tickets-1996821978290)** A networking night for USC students, alumni, faculty & staff. ## ✌️ USC Speed Networking **One\-on\-One Pairs \| Speed Networking Style** 📅 **Date:** Sunday, August 30th ⏰ **Time:** 4:00–6:30 PM **IMPORTANT:** You **MUST arrive no later than 4:20 PM.** Our algorithm is specially designed to configure the one-on-one pairing lineup for everyone who has checked in. We will not be able to add latecomers to the rotation once the rounds have been determined. If you arrive too late to participate, we will gladly transfer your ticket to a future event. 📍 **Location:** Audiograph Beer Co. 1203 S. Olive St., DTLA Get ready for a bright, high-energy networking event created for the USC community. Alumni, current students, professors, employees and other people affiliated with USC are invited to meet face-to-face through structured one-on-one networking rounds. Whether you are looking to expand your professional network, meet people in a different industry, find collaborators, connect with mentors or simply make new Trojan connections before the school year begins, this event makes it easy to start meaningful conversations. No awkward wandering. No standing around wondering who to approach. Just real conversations with fellow members of the USC community. ## 🔥 Event Highlights 🤝 A series of structured one-on-one networking rounds ⚡ Fast-paced speed networking format ✌️ Meet USC alumni, current students, professors and employees 💼 Connect with professionals from a variety of industries and career levels 🚀 Discover collaborations, mentorship opportunities, referrals and new ideas 📲 Use our event app to see who is attending 🧠 Share what you do, what you are working on and who you hope to meet 🍻 Enjoy a relaxed and social DTLA atmosphere at Audiograph Beer Co. 🎯 Make meaningful connections in less time ## 📲 No Lost Connections Our event technology, **powered by Feathr**, helps you stay connected before, during and after the event. Attendees can: * Log in and see who else is attending * Upload a photo * Answer a short networking questionnaire * View the attendee list * Meet people during one-on-one rounds * Express interest in connecting through the app No forgotten names, missed opportunities or lost connections. ## 💡 What to Expect This is not your typical networking mixer. You will participate in short, focused one-on-one conversations with different members of the USC community throughout the event. Expect: * Quick introductions * Genuine conversations * High-energy networking * Professional and social connections * A welcoming room filled with fellow Trojans * Opportunities to meet people outside your usual academic, professional or social circle Come ready to share who you are, what you do, what you are studying or building, and the types of people you would like to meet. ## 👥 Who Should Attend * USC alumni * Current USC undergraduate and graduate students * USC professors and faculty members * USC employees and staff * Founders and entrepreneurs * Professionals from all industries * Creatives, researchers and academics * Recruiters and hiring professionals * People looking for mentors or collaborators * Anyone affiliated with USC who wants to build meaningful connections ## 👔 How to Dress Dress smart, stylish and comfortable. Think **USC networking event meets a relaxed DTLA afternoon.** Business casual, elevated casual, clean sneakers, dresses, button-down shirts, blazers or anything that helps you feel confident and ready to connect are all welcome. USC colors and Trojan gear are encouraged but not required. ✌️ ## 🍺 Alcohol Policy You must be **21 or older to purchase or consume alcohol.** Please bring a valid government-issued photo ID if you plan to drink. ## 🎟️ Why You Should Attend One conversation can lead to your next mentor, collaborator, client, employee, employer, referral, friendship or big idea. This event is designed to help members of the USC community meet more people, have better conversations and leave with genuine new connections before the school year begins. **Trojan connections. Real conversations. 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Los Angeles Fun Events and Feathr are independent organizations, and this event is not presented as an official University of Southern California event unless expressly stated otherwise. Attendees must be 21 or older to purchase or consume alcoholic beverages. Valid government-issued identification may be required by the venue. ## Release of Liability By participating in this event, attendees agree to release and hold harmless Los Angeles Fun Events, Feathr, Audiograph Beer Co., and their respective employees, representatives and partners from any liabilities, losses, damages, costs or expenses arising from or related to accidents, incidents, injuries or property damage that may occur during the event. Attendance is at each individual’s own risk. ## Photo and Media Release By attending this event, attendees grant Los Angeles Fun Events the right to capture and use their image and likeness in future promotional, social media and advertising materials without further notification or compensation. ## Refund Policy Tickets are non-refundable except if the event is cancelled or postponed. Processing fees, service fees and similar charges are non-refundable. Please email **support@losangelesfunevents.com** if you are unable to attend. We may transfer your ticket to another Los Angeles Fun Events event of equivalent price or value, or you may transfer your ticket to a friend.

Sunset Sessions at One Colorado Pasadena 🎶 | Indie Soul, R&B & Groove

Hey Everyone! 👋 Join me for the **final concert of the summer series at One Colorado Pasadena!** 🌅🎶 Come out on **Friday, August 21st** for a relaxed evening of **Caught a Ghost**, featuring soulful **indie electro-soul, R&B, funk, and groove** at **Sunset Sessions \| Live Music & Libations in Old Town Pasadena**. Great music, sunset vibes, drinks, and good company to close out the summer! 🍹🎵 We’ll **meet up at 6 PM** to grab a spot together and settle in before the music starts. **Note:** I won’t be able to reserve or hold seats, so please plan to arrive early if you’d like a good table or spot, as it can fill up quickly. The **live performance runs from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM**, giving us a couple of hours to enjoy the music, catch up, and unwind together. Bring your own food while enjoying the music. There will be no potluck. We’ll be listening to **Caught a Ghost**, bringing a soulful blend of indie soul, R&B, funk, and electronic grooves—the perfect soundtrack for a warm Pasadena summer night. 📍 **Location:** One Colorado, 41 Hugus Aly, Pasadena, CA 91103 🎟️ **Admission:** Free 🍸 **Drinks:** Available for purchase (each person covers their own) It’s an easygoing, no-stress kind of hang—just good music, good vibes, and a nice way to kick off the weekend. If you’re free, come join me 👍 See you there!

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🌹 Roses & Romance: The Blind Date Wine Tasting Experience 🌹Beverly Hills

✨ Blind Date Experience ✨ This exclusive blind date meetup is designed for women who want to meet successful, professional men in a relaxed and upscale setting. Enjoy a complimentary wine tasting experience while being thoughtfully matched for engaging one-on-one conversations no awkward pressure, just good vibes and real connections. If a matchmaker didn't contact you before the event it just means we were not able to find you match but you can RVSP in future blind date events and try again. Each guest will be seated with a professional date for the evening, creating the perfect opportunity to spark chemistry over great wine and conversation. Whether you’re open to romance, meaningful connections, or simply a memorable night out, this experience delivers something special. 🍷 Free drinks all night 💼 Professional, curated matches 🥂 Classy atmosphere & great energy Come curious, come open-minded—and let the night surprise you. 💫

Munch, Exchange Languages, and Game at Moncha Café 🍱🍵🀄️🎷🎲

Pickleball fun for all

Introducing Pickleball, America's fastest growing sport, its fun, social, & great exercise, every Friday night. Join us for a fun evening. * Meet new friends * From 7:00-8:30pm, limit: 4-10 players, must wear sneakers, equipment supplied, * No experience necessary * Park on street * Meet on tennis court in front Please RSVP: Maryann (818)692-8664 www.pickleballclasses.com ** $25 per person Must RSVP With MaryAnn ( No Walk-ins)