Citizenship Prep Los Angeles

Cypress Park to the LA River 5K + Coffee

Join us for the first Cypress Park / Mt. Washington Run Club meetup. A relaxed neighborhood 5K from Cypress Park to the LA River, followed by optional coffee at 1802 Roasters. This is a social run rather than a race. THE ROUTE We’ll start at 1802 Roasters, follow Granada and San Fernando to the LA River, continue north along the river path and turn around at Spoke Coffee Shop (approx. 1.6 mile mark). The complete out-and-back route is approximately 5K. The first section uses neighborhood streets and includes intersections and uneven pavement. The river section is a shared pedestrian and bicycle path, so please stay to the side and remain aware of approaching cyclists. SCHEDULE 6:50 a.m. — Arrive and meet the group 7:00 a.m. — Welcome and route briefing 7:05 a.m. — Run begins Approximately 7:45 a.m. — Return to 1802 Afterward — Coffee, bagels and conversation! PACE This is a relaxed social run. Our initial target pace is approximately 9-10 minutes per mile. If you normally run faster, you’re welcome to run ahead. WHAT TO BRING Running shoes, water and sun protection. If wearing headphones, please be aware of traffic, bicycles, etc. WHERE TO MEET Meet outside 1802 Roasters at 1206 Cypress Avenue. Look for Samuel out front or near the corner. Please arrive by 6:50. We will begin running at 7:05. PARKING Please do not park in the 1802 Coffee Roasters lot! It is not big enough for us all to leave our cars for our event. There is usually plenty of street parking in this area. Please read posted signs carefully and do not block neighboring driveways. Coffee afterward is optional, and everyone purchases their own. SAFETY Participation is voluntary. Please run within your own abilities and tell the host if you need to stop, turn around or leave the route. The group runs on public streets and a shared path, and participants remain responsible for their own safety.

TRADITIONAL ACORN PROCESSING WORKSHOP

To attend and for exact location, Register [HERE](https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/wild-food-cooking-workshop-focus-on-acorn-processing/) PROCESSING WILD ACORNS — FROM RAW ACORN TO DELICIOUS PANCAKES! SEPTEMBER 12, 10 a.m. **TRADITIONAL ACORN PROCESSING** This Session is a complete lesson on the historical value of the ACORN in west coast native societies, along with some nutritional information. You will then go through the entire process of turning the raw acorn into a delicious food. You’ll shell, grind, leach, test, leach some more, and blend with a few other ingredients to make acorn food products. If you didn’t already know this, ACORNS are a Super-Food, not simply squirrel food. They contain all the amino acids! Native Americans of the Americas understood this and regularly processed and consumed acorn products. In fact, acorns have been used for food by many cultures the world over. They are still commonly used in Korean dishes. In the U.S., the use of the acorn is experiencing a revival. We will also prepare a few other wild food dishes, depending on what is in season. There will be minimal walking today, but still bring your field notebook. This can apply to an Ethno-botany certificate. Location sent upon registration.

SURVIVAL SKILLS, with emphasis on SHELTER SKILLS

To attend and for exact location, Register [HERE](https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/weekend-warrior-workshop-shelter-focus/) The location noted below may change, register for exact location August 29 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm $45.00 – $65.00 Part of our Weekend Warrior classes THE SURVIVAL SKILLS YOU SHOULD KNOW — a field trip and workshop, with an emphasis on shelters. **Saturday, August 29, 10 a.m.** We will cover many topics in this class, including Water Purification, Making Fire without Matches, Wild Foods, Uses of Yucca, and yes — making a Wilderness Shelter. We’ll cover all of this. We will show how to construct make-shift shelters from tarps. Are there ready-to-occupy shelters in the woods? What sort of shelters would you be able to make in the wilderness? We’ll talk about your possible shelters ranging from the post-earthquake shelter, to ready-to-occupy wilderness shelters, to the shelters you’d build from what’s available in the wilderness. Learn about body hollows and their application and limits. Plus, bring your bowl since we’ll conclude this class with some wild food cookery! $65. (Senior/Student $45) Location sent upon registration.

Black Women's Network Monthly Business Entrepreneur Social Meeting

**BWN's Next Meetup** Please see our website for meeting details. Meetings are in-person location details are on our website: Www.blackwomensnetwork.net Location: TBD - See Website [www.blackwomensnetwork.net](www.blackwomensnetwork.net) Each meeting provides an opportunity to Spotlight your BUSINESS and Networking to connect with potential Supporters, Teammates, Coaches, and New Sister-friends. Since March 1979, [BWN] Black Women's Network has been a beacon in the greater Los Angeles metropolitan business community that unites and welcomes black women in particular however, other urban professionals are welcome to participate. BWN supports by offering inspiring networking, volunteering and mentoring opportunities to support black female business, career and professional development. All who support the mission of uplifting, growing and developing the life experiences, careers and community of black women and girls are welcome. [)

Korean-English Language Exchange

Meditation Mondays- 5pm at Unity of the Westside in Culver City

Come to Unity of the Westside, every Monday at 5pm, for a beautiful Meditation experience in our sanctuary. *Join us for Practical sessions on Heartfulness Meditation with Yogic Transmission. Learn and experience simple yet effective guided relaxation and meditation techniques. Reduce stress, calm your mind, and improve the quality of your life.* Guided by Prasad Singamsetty of the Heartfulness Institute. All are welcome 

Book Release with Sonali Kolhatkar - Breaking Ice

Come join us on September 3rd at 7pm at Vroman's Bookstore to celebrate the book release of Breaking Ice with author & friend of the book club Sonali Kolhatkar. A gripping, on-the-ground account of the growing movement against state violence, featuring interviews with those on the frontlines of the fight for immigrant justice and what it means to belong. To reserve your seat for this Q & A conversation with Sonali please follow the link below to reserve your seat - https://vromansbookstore.com/event/2026-09-03/sonali-kolhatkar Her book will be available for purchase.

Cartoons and Cereal August - Magic School Bus (Back-to-School Supply Giveaway)

Join artist **JYNX** for our longest-running program, Cartoons and Cereal. Each month, we will showcase a classic Saturday Morning Cartoon while you enjoy our breakfast cereal buffet. ***We will have Backpacks and School Supplies for the first 25 kids who sign up, and School Packs for all other kids.*** **2026 Cartoons and Cereal Schedule:** August 29th - Magic School Bus (Back to School Supply Giveaway) September 27th - Harlem Globegtrotters October 31st - Groovie Goolies Costume Party! November 28th - Mucha Lucha In addition to drawing with friends and families, our youth will also learn about careers in animation and cartoons through art. This program is offered FREE to all participants. All Supplies will be provided. Breakfast will be served. **All-Ages are welcome!** ***Please RSVP so we can prepare enough food and supplies.*** *Plus...we can always bring the fun to your school, campus, party, or location. Email us for more info at hello@bharts.org* We thank the **Los Angeles County Department of Arts** **and Culture** and the **City of Los Angeles DCA** for their continued support of this program.

A South Pas/Garfield Park & Beyond, 10K-Step Challenge #28 [TCP MOAI Adventure]

**SNIFF - EXPLORE - EXERCISE** **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!** [**THIS IS A WALK FOR PEOPLE WHO DO NOT HAVE DOGS - AND FOR THOSE WHO DO**] **AGENDA;** **\- Gathering at 5:45 \- 1000 Park Ave\ Garfield 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 South Pasadena neighborhood\.** **\- This will be a 10K Walk – About 6\.2\-5 miles** **\- 2 Hours or so Walk** **\- 8:00 pm \- Returning to Garfield 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 Togetherness \* 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 **THE IMPORTANT POINTS ARE THESE;** ONLY (10) TEN DOGS FOR THIS WALK, SO SIGN UP QUICK AND BE ACTIVE AND SHOW UP. CALLING UP TO (60) HUMANS WHO ARE INTERESTED IN GETTING SOME STRONG, INVIGORATING, FRESH AIR! **[ALSO, PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF YOU ARE BRINGING YOUR DOG!]** We will be walking around. No running involved. Just a casual, social walk. Bring water if you need it. Around the center loop of GP and around the outer loop of GP. Then we will venture through the neighborhood and back to the Park. At the end of the walk, the humans with the dogs may stay for 15 to 20 minutes to ask questions or get tips on dog behavior. 🙏🏾Space is limited, so **Please (RSVP) only if you’re 100% sure you will attend.** If you (**RSVP)** and don’t show, it is a **🚩Red Flag🚩** for future events—we all appreciate strong reliability and respecting others’ being able to have a spot.🙏🏾 We’ll be **walking until** **around 8:00 PM.** Expect to hit somewhere between **10,000–12,000 steps (approximately 7.5-9 miles),** depending on the pace and group. This is going to go really well, and I will be hosting more **midweek walking events** **every other week** so we can **stay active together** and **make exercise a routine in our day-to-day lives.** **NOW IS THE TIME, LET'S GET TO IT – GENERAL INFO;** This meetup group is for Dog owners and Humans who enjoy exploring, exercising, and socializing with their furry friends. Whether you're into agility training, dog training, or simply love visiting the great outdoors and fun places with your pup, or just yourself, this group is for you. All sizes and breeds of dogs are welcome to join us for group walks, or meetups, and social gatherings. Let's make new friends, strengthen the bond with our dogs, neighboring humans, and have a Pawsitively good time together! Join us and become part of the pack today. Garfield Park allows dogs. But they must be on a leash, and it will be your own responsibility. **Free street parking is available in the surrounding areas** **Garfield Park is located at 1000 Park Ave. South Pasadena, CA 91030**

Korean Neighbor Mart Field Trip

Let's Chat In Spanish and English!

This is a conversational meeting for both English speakers and Spanish speakers. We'll be conversing in Spanish half of the time, and English for the other half. All levels welcome! We will meet on the second floor of the Farmers Market. After you park in the open parking lot, look for the OLD GAS STATION STAND (yellow and red). It's not too far from the big clock. Go INTO the market area - behind the gas stand, and immediately turn left. There will be stairs to the second floor on your left. If you get lost, ask someone how you can get to the second floor near the Brazilian food stand. PARKING: The outside parking lot is free for ninety minutes if you get your ticket validated by purchasing anything at the Farmer's Market, including The Coffee Bean and World Market. \*If you park in the building near the market, you can NOT get your ticket validated. And don't park in the Whole Foods' lot because you could get towed. \*Parking is free for 90 minutes. It's $3.00 for the first fifteen minutes after that, plus another $1.00 for every 15 minutes afterwards.

TRADITIONAL BOW MAKING WORKSHOP

To register and for exact location, click [HERE](https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/bow-making-workshop/) BOW-MAKING WORKSHOP A time to meet like-minded folks, and to discuss the important issues…….. September 5, 10 a.m. In our class time, we will cover all the basics of making your own archery bow. You’ll learn how to select a piece of wood for making a bow. You’ll learn the basics of creating a long bow (aka self bow). You will learn how to determine the belly from the back, how to slowly reduce, how to tiller, make nocks, etc. Your goal will be to learn all the steps involved in making a functional bow. If you rush because you simply want to take a bow home, you might be disappointed. We will supply the staves for you to use, and we have extra tools. **If you have tools, such as sharp axe, draw knife, files, rasps, etc., bring them.** We do bring tools if you don’t have any. Location given upon registration. This class requires a bit more prep, and so please RSVP. Limited to 14 participants. $75. ($55 for seniors/ students).