Clothing Swaps Los Angeles

CLOTHING OPTIONAL HEALING DANCE

Weekly LA Crop Swap Garden Volunteer Day🥦🥕🥬

BINGO Online (Win Prizes!)

**\*TO ATTEND GET TICKET At** [https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13700#tix](https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13700#tix) (Multiple Meetup groups are co-organizing so the RSVP's shown are just a very small portion attending. We'll have at least 20 registered.) Our last online Bingo Night Party was such a BIG hit, we're doing it again! Do you like to play BINGO or want to just do something different?! Then you will LOVE this event! Here is your opportunity to have some fun playing our Live "Bingo" game. You will also get to socialize and make other friends from the comfort of your home. Prizes included Amazon gift cards, free future events and more! This completely online event will be LIVE and you will be able to see and hear the other participants while playing. You will either need to print or draw out your bingo cards. We will email you with how to get it after registering. You can have more than 1 person on your team as long as they're from your house and use same device. Friends/family around the country can also play. They would just need to also register for a ticket. This event will be held on Zoom which you would access through your computer/webcam, or via your phone/tablet. On day of the event, you will get a secured Zoom link and link to print out Bingo cards. \*RSVPS ON HERE ARE NOT REFLECTIVE OF ACTUAL ATTENDANCE as this is a multi group event. Cost: $15-$20 depending on how early you register. **\*TO ATTEND GET TICKET AT -** [https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13700#tix](https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13700#tix)

Heretic House Halloween Party, Clothing Drive, and Fundraiser!

TICKETS: [https://events.humanitix.com/heretic-house-halloween-party-and-fundraiser-2026](https://events.humanitix.com/heretic-house-halloween-party-and-fundraiser-2026) ***Join Atheists United and friends for a Haunted Halloween party and fundraiser at the iconic Heretic House in Los Angeles!*** Tickets include dinner, drinks, dancing, a silent auction, a 50/50 raffle, sunset views of downtown, and a costume contest. You can also add your +1 for free (two tickets for the price of one!) **Atheists United's Halloween Party is the largest atheist community party in California each year, a clothing drive for LGBTQ youth, and a fundraiser for our Food Distribution program!** * 50% off tickets for anyone who donates 10+ new or gently used clothing items. * Free tickets available for volunteers who help with setup and tear down ([contact us](https://www.atheistsunited.org/contact)) **Our goal is to raise $5,000 by the end of the night to fund our 2027 food distribution program. (Make an extra donation at checkout!)** Costumes are encouraged but not required. Prizes for best costume. **Discounted tickets for sustaining members of Atheists United and Sunday Assembly Los Angeles (and their guests!)** * Become a member today: [https://www.atheistsunited.org/membership](https://www.atheistsunited.org/membership) **Other Notes:** * Children under 14 can attend for free (we do not offer childcare; you're responsible for your children at all times) * Indoor/outdoor venue. Please dress for the weather. * Free but limited street parking. We HIGHLY recommend carpooling, ridesharing, or public transit * Vegan and gluten-free dinner options will be available **We can't wait to see you there!** TICKETS: [https://events.humanitix.com/heretic-house-halloween-party-and-fundraiser-2026](https://events.humanitix.com/heretic-house-halloween-party-and-fundraiser-2026)

🍜 Hainan Chicken, Noodles at Nandao 🍜

This time we’re heading to **Nandao Rice & Noodle**, a newer Monterey Park spot specializing in Singaporean-style Hainan chicken rice, noodles, wontons and a few things that sound suspiciously like we’re going to order way too much food. Their **Hainan chicken rice** is the headliner: tender poached chicken, savory rice and three sauces that give you plenty of opportunity to pretend you know exactly which combination is correct. The braised beef noodle soup, spicy pork-and-shrimp wontons and chicken lime cold noodles have also been getting a lot of attention. The *LA Times* recently went so far as to call Nandao one of its favorite SGV spots right now. [Los Angeles Times](https://www.latimes.com/food/story/2026-09-10/best-hainan-chicken-in-la-nandao-rice-noodle?utm_source=chatgpt.com) Yelp diners have been praising the tender Hainan and soy-sauce chicken, flavorful rice, friendly service and seasoning, which is usually a much better sign than a restaurant describing its own food as "mouthwatering." [Roadtrippers](https://maps.roadtrippers.com/us/monterey-park-ca/food-drink/nandao-rice-noodle-monterey-park-ca--0) So come hungry. Order something you've never tried, steal recommendations from the person next to you, and meet some new people over bowls of carbs and meat. Basically civilization at its finest. **Yelp:** [Nandao Rice & Noodle on Yelp](https://www.yelp.com/biz/nandao-rice-and-noodle-monterey-park?utm_source=chatgpt.com) **RSVP Info:** Space is limited, so RSVP early. Reminder: Please bring enough cash, Venmo, or Zelle to cover your portion. My Venmo is @Marvin-Quitoriano or Zelle me at 6264845164

LIVE, IN-PERSON INTRODUCTORY MEETUP

🥩🦞 AYCE WAGYU & SEAFOOD DINNER AT NIKU X 🦀🍣 (DTLA)

Join me for a Friday night feast at NIKU X in Downtown Los Angeles! Come hungry — this is an all-you-can-eat experience featuring premium Wagyu, seafood, king crab, lobster tails, sushi, and much more. 📅 Friday, October 23 ⏰ 7 PM – 9 PM 📍 NIKU X – 900 Wilshire Blvd, 2nd Floor, Downtown LA 🥩🦀 WHAT'S FOR DINNER? We'll be enjoying NIKU X's AYCE Wagyu & seafood experience, with selections including: • Premium A5 Wagyu and other cuts of beef • Lobster tails 🦞 • King crab legs 🦀 • Fresh oysters and seafood • Sushi, sashimi & rolls 🍣 • Shrimp and other shellfish • Hot dishes and chef-prepared sides • Salads, appetizers & accompaniments • Desserts and more! At the grill tables, we'll be able to cook our Wagyu right at the table, making it a fun and interactive dinner as well as a great opportunity to socialize. 🌃 DRINKS & DTLA SKYLINE AFTERWARD Dinner is scheduled for 7–9 PM, but the night doesn't necessarily have to end there! For anyone interested, we may head upstairs or somewhere nearby afterward for cocktails and drinks 🍸🥂, then enjoy some nighttime sightseeing and the Downtown LA skyline. 🌆 The after-dinner portion is completely optional — feel free to join me just for dinner or stay out with the group afterward. 💰 COST Expect approximately $125 per person for the AYCE dinner, before tax, tip, alcoholic beverages, and any additional charges. Everyone will be responsible for their own portion of the bill. ⚠️ RSVP & PAYMENT INFORMATION Space is limited to 8 people total. To secure your spot, please add yourself to the waitlist and submit a **$50 non-refundable** payment. Your RSVP will be confirmed once payment is received. The $50 is not an additional fee — it will be applied directly toward your portion of the dinner bill. 💰 Dinner Price: $125 per person The luxurious AYCE buffet is $125 per person before tax, gratuity, drinks, and any additional charges, so please be prepared for your final total to be higher than $125. Your $50 payment will be credited toward your final bill, and you will be responsible for paying the remaining balance at the restaurant. Because seating is very limited and the payment is non-refundable, please RSVP only if you're committed to attending. Whether you're coming for the A5 Wagyu, lobster tails, king crab, sushi — or just want to meet some new people over a great Friday-night dinner — come join us! 🥩🦞🦀🍣 → 🍸🥂 → 🌃 Good food, good company, cocktails & DTLA views. See you there! 🎟️ **HOW TO CONFIRM YOUR SPOT** Space is limited to **8 people only**. To secure your spot, please: 1. Add yourself to the **waitlist**. 2. Submit the required **$50 non-refundable deposit**. 3. Once your payment is received and confirmed, you will be moved from the waitlist to the **Going** list. Your spot is **not confirmed until the $50 deposit has been received**. **Payment Options:** Zelle: 626-986-8593 Venmo: @Darren-Van-1 CashApp: $Darren515 PayPal: darrenvan515@gmail.com

Group Visit: Lucas Museum of Narrative Art (Los Angeles)

**When:** Saturday, October 24th at 1:30 PM **Where:** Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, Exposition Park, Los Angeles (near USC) **Ticket Cost:** $25 (everyone purchases their own) **Link to Purchase Ticket:** https://my.lucasmuseum.org/production/timed-entry/86,205 Join me for a group visit to the brand-new **Lucas Museum of Narrative Art**. Co-founded by **George Lucas** and **Mellody Hobson**, the museum explores how stories connect people and capture the human experience. The permanent collection features over **40,000 works** across **thirty-five galleries** spanning **100,000 square feet**, showcasing everything from children’s book illustrations and comic art to cinematic artifacts and murals. Galleries reflect themes of **love, family, community, play, work, sports, childhood, adventure**, and more, highlighting the universal language of illustrated storytelling. “This is a museum of the people’s art—the images are illustrations of beliefs we live with every day,” says Mellody Hobson. “Our hope is that as people move through the galleries, they will see themselves, and their humanity, reflected back.” Come explore this cultural landmark with us and experience some of the most significant narrative art in the world!

Hike around Haunted Hayride

We will walk around the haunted hayride to check it out. Walk is easy walk less than 1 mile. We are NOT going on the rides or inside. We will walk on trail that goes around it. They usually charge for parking so tell them you are here for a hike and not a customer of the ride. We will meet in front of the merry go round. We will wait 15 or so minutes.

Boney Island (placeholder) (Halloween 2024)

We went to this event before at Griffith. It was $15 then. It has been changed to the NHM. [www.nhm.org/boneyisland](http://www.nhm.org/boneyisland?fbclid=IwAR2mXN3fJ1_J8QYXC28CABSyTrZBYPS8-zdYUJHGxymkNkW0Pzl6gEi_y9g) With that has come a change from $15 per person (at Griffith) to $25 Per Person (at NHM) [https://nhm.org/boney-island-nhm](https://nhm.org/boney-island-nhm) Our other Halloween thing will be: [FREE Haute Dog Halloween Parade](https://www.meetup.com/ccccc-c/events/291502505/) (link for Haute Dawg Meetup [https://www.meetup.com/ccccc-c/events/291502505/](https://www.meetup.com/ccccc-c/events/291502505/) ) as a more budget minded adult and kid friendly cost of an event that will also foster social interaction (ie: being able to "meetup" ) If somebody else wishes to step up and lead the Boney Island event . . . you can. To attend this event #1 **RSVP on this event with the red button at the bottom** *AND THEN* #2 **[Fill out the event form](https://forms.gle/FCFdNmri2oQb39uv9)** [https://forms.gle/FCFdNmri2oQb39uv9](https://forms.gle/FCFdNmri2oQb39uv9) (spoiler alert: ***if you do not fill out the form you will not get accurate or updated event info)(Meetup messages is not reliable or efficient at getting out info. Too many have notifications turned off)*** **Got questions?** **[Click Here](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=273063881)**[ to send a Direct Message to Marc (screen name Oddie)](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=273063881) (be sure to mention the what event you are talking about) NOTICE: For our events we do not discriminate by Age, Gender, Gender Preference, Ethnicity, National Origin, Race, Color, Religion, or even Belly Button Lint. We believe in good decent social. We have a set of sister groups we post our local free, local/regional camping, and our overseas events. This event is cross-posted. The number RSVP'd here combine with other groups for fun and filled event. **[CLICK HERE](https://www.meetup.com/ccccc-c/events/297472343/)**[ for the Main event link for this event](https://www.meetup.com/ccccc-c/events/297472343/) for other rsvp's. **[CLICK HERE](https://www.meetup.com/ccccc-c/join)**[ To see all our other events and join in on them.](https://www.meetup.com/ccccc-c/join) This event is part of several annual events we do yearly. Here is a sampling of some other silly events over the course of the year. Dec 9 **[Happy Hour and Ice Skating](https://www.meetup.com/ccccc-c/events/291501390/)** Feb 14 **[Valentines Day Bra Bar Crawl](https://www.meetup.com/ccccc-c/events/283815255/)** Apr 13 **[Sunken City & Grunion Fishtival](https://www.meetup.com/ccccc-c/events/297324250/)** July 13 **[Wiener Dog Races](https://www.meetup.com/ccccc-c/events/297467434/)** Oct 6 **[Peace, Love & Guacamole](https://www.meetup.com/ccccc-c/events/297310054/)** Oct 26 **[Dia de los Muertos @ Hollywood Forever Cemetery-We have our own altar meetpoint](https://www.meetup.com/ccccc-c/events/297340710/)** Oct 27 **[Haute Dog Howl'oween Parade 2024](https://www.meetup.com/ccccc-c/events/291502505/)** If you have any suggestions or if you wish to post an event the group or lead an event: **[Click Here](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=273063881)**[ to send a Direct Message to Marc (screen name Oddie)](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=273063881)

Noche de los Muertos @ Hollywood Forever Cemetery-We have our own altar to point

We will have our own Altar for the group as a meetup point. AND you will be able to create art and help decorate it. (read below) This is the biggest, baddest Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) festival in Los Angeles, if not all of California. Whatever is written can't compare with a well made vid. **[Click here](https://player.vimeo.com/video/816694907)** to watch what it's like [https://player.vimeo.com/video/816694907](https://player.vimeo.com/video/816694907) Come celebrate the Mexican holiday on which the souls of the departed are said to return and join in celebration with family members. It's a humorous way of dealing with the reality of death, which is after all a part of life. If all that sounds a little grim, I have been to this event in the past and found it to be one of the biggest, liveliest parties I have ever seen! There will be lots of dancing: Aztec dancing, folkloric dancing, and more. Families set up ofrendas (altars) to welcome back the dead; this year there will be over 100 of them and the best decorated win prizes. You can get your face painted (for a fee) like a calaca (skull), or come with your face already painted if you wish. Come in your best Dia de los Muertos costume; the best costume can win $1500! There are art exhibits and photo exhibits and stunning light exhibits. AND There will be five stages featuring primo entertainment until close to midnight. Along with food and beverage vendors and lounges in which to enjoy their wares. The main site is [https://www.ladayofthedead.com](https://www.ladayofthedead.com) Photos from past years [https://www.ladayofthedead.com/gallery/nggallery/gallery](https://www.ladayofthedead.com/gallery/nggallery/gallery) Event details such as specific acts and parking get updated to this posted in the month before. and parking. For the moment you can find 2023's info at [https://www.ladayofthedead.com/event-info/](https://www.ladayofthedead.com/event-info/) COST? For 2023 . . . it was : $35 for Day Of The Dead 9AM to 3PM And $60 for Night of the Dead from 5PM to midnight. Yeah . . . it's not cheap. On the other hand . . . it's really awesome and not like anything you have ever seen. **[Click here](https://player.vimeo.com/video/816694907)** to watch what it's like [https://player.vimeo.com/video/816694907](https://player.vimeo.com/video/816694907) This is a Meetup? YES . . . . we (the group owners) will get an alter spot. We will decorate it a bit. And we will set it up with chairs and a table with an art activity. Watercolors . . . watercolor paper . . . brushes . . . and you will get to make your own offering for the booth. We will post the location of our altar. This will be our Meetup point. You will get there. And you can head out with whoever is there. OR . .. sit down and start with some art and when other folks get there . .. head out with them. And remember, this takes place in a cemetery and mausoleum. Some of our members have family members buried or interred there, so a certain level of decorum is also appropriate, along with the fun and joy. For instance . . . I personally have relatives located here. Looking forward to seeing you there! RSVP here if you are interested AND if you are interested in being one of the hosts. OR if you are interested in being in charge of the design and creation of the alter and decorations . . . send me a message. Will add you and you can then be part of making this event happen.

A San Marino/Lacy Park & Beyond, 10k-Steps Challenge #46 [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**