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7 to 9 pm. **Please be there by 7 pm because the doors to the building lock.** Latecomers can still be let in. Support Groups Can Change Gene Expression Which Triggers Bipolar Disorder and Depression. Although DBSA (Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance) support groups are 94% effective in helping bipolar (manic depressive) or clinically depressed members with treatment adherence, another important benefit is the ability to create a social network with others sharing a condition friends or loved ones may not understand because they simply haven’t “been there.” For such individuals living in isolation, the science of epigenetics has conclusively demonstrated that this can be a life-changing or life-saving experience to an extent surprising to many immunologists and psychologists. In The Social Life of Genes: Shaping Your Molecular Composition, David Dobbs writes [italics mine]: “If you actually measure stress, using our best available instruments, it can’t hold a candle to social isolation. Social isolation is the best-established, most robust social or psychological risk factor for disease out there. Nothing can compete.” “You can’t change your genes. But if we’re even half right about all this, you can change the way your genes behave—which is almost the same thing. By adjusting your environment you can adjust your gene activity… “Despite these well-known effects, Cole said he was amazed when he started finding that social connectivity wrought such powerful effects on gene expression.” What this means is that the same genetic traits that cause a bipolar or depressive condition to manifest itself can be countered by a positive and supportive social support environment to the point the same gene expression is reduced in severity and can even become manageable. This is how, and why these groups WORK. A lack of a social support environment, and the accompanying loneliness, has some predictable outcomes… The Lethality of Loneliness We are social animals. We were never meant to be alone. Air pollution increases yours odds of an early death by 5%, obesity by 20%, alcohol by 30%, and living with loneliness by 45%. If you are outside the Los Angeles County area and would like to find a support group near you, click here. For further information, you may email us at info@dbsasgv.org, call or text 626 359-7538, or use the Contact Form.

Night Hike #002

Meet and park at **The Parking Lot near the Baseball Field** before we starting our **Brand Park Night Hike**, enjoying great views of Los Angeles under the stars while connecting with others along the trail. We’ll finish the night at **Brewyard Beer Company & Bites** to relax, grab a drink, and keep the good conversation going. 🌙🥾🍻 Call or Text me with any questions 323-362-2002

West LA Tech Community

Hey! Welcome to the West LA Tech Community meetup! This is a casual hangout for anyone interested in tech. No talks, no presentations, no agenda. Just show up, grab a coffee, and meet some cool people. Whether you're a developer, designer, founder, student, or just curious about tech, you're welcome here. The goal is simple: good conversations and new friends. This is our first year so come help set the vibe for what this community becomes. Looking forward to meeting you all! See you at the booths in Starbucks on Sawtelle!

Tour a Superfund nuclear meltdown site near Simi Valley

[This is not an event, just a notice. You'll have to sign up & go on your own.] Did you know we almost had a nuclear reactor meltdown not 30 miles from downtown L.A.? This was at the Santa Susana Field Laboratory, which is now a Superfund site owned by Boeing. On May 9 they're conducting a nature tour. It's not much of a hike but it might be of interest. I already did it and I can probably skip a repeat, but you might be interested. Here's my write up from last year's event, I'd imagine this is much the same: https://goalhiking.org/g/santa-susana-field-lab To go, they want you to RSVP by **Monday, May 4**: [https://SantaSusanaWalk.eventbrite.com](https://SantaSusanaWalk.eventbrite.com).

FREE! Community Harmony Acupuncture 社區和諧针灸

Come relax and find your inner harmony with a free sound bath, meditation, and acupuncture for the community! **Community Harmony Acupuncture Clinic 社區和諧针灸** \> Receive Support\. Release Trauma\. \> Sunday\, May 10 \| 5:00–8:00 PM PST **Community Harmony Acupuncture Clinic** is a recurring gathering, offering trauma-aware, heart-centered care rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine. While **our focus is mental and emotional well-being**, many people also experience relief from physical pain, tension, headaches, digestive imbalance, and stress-related symptoms. In Chinese medicine, healing is about restoring circulation — of energy, blood, breath, and emotion. When things move, we feel lighter. When we feel safe, we release. This *group-style experience* includes **individualized acupuncture, along with sound healing, guided meditation, and aromatherapy to support deep nervous system reset** in a peaceful shared space. Our main provider is **Winnie Chan Wang**, joined by additional community practitioners offering healing support. This clinic is **free and donation-based**, with a suggested $20 contribution to help sustain the program and keep care accessible to all. It’s gentle. It’s grounding. It’s surprisingly relaxing. Many first-timers say, “I didn’t know acupuncture could feel like this.” Come try it. Come receive. Come let your nervous system reset. **Appointments are required (limited time slots available).** **Reserve your appointment here:** [tinyurl.com/CTCclinic](http://%5Bhttps//tinyurl.com/CTCclinic%5D(https://tinyurl.com/CTCclinic) "\[https://tinyurl.com/CTCclinic\](https://tinyurl.com/CTCclinic)") Please note that a Meetup signup confirms your event registration, but it does not reserve an appointment. **Location:** **📍 2801 E. Foothill Blvd., Pasadena CA 91107** The entrance is best accessed from Wenger Alley, and there is plenty of free parking on Mataro Street and N Daisy Avenue. Please note that every person will need to complete a sign-in to enter. Please take your shoes off and sanitize your hands when you enter the space. Thank you! **如果您有任何问题，欢迎联系我们。** **Have questions? Contact us at:** 📞 626-538-5544 OR 📧 [welovectc@gmail.com](mailto:welovectc@gmail.com)

Weekly Volunteering with @Myfriendshousela Skid Row

🔥Indoor Rock Climbing At The Post, Pasadena🔥

**Hey climbing enthusiasts!** Looking for a fun and adventurous way to spend your Friday night? Join us for an exhilarating indoor rock climbing meetup! Jaden and Marvin will wait in the front for attendees to arrive. Please message us if you're going to be late. **What’s Happening:** * A welcoming and inclusive environment for climbers of all skill levels. * Bouldering: Show off those climbing skills or just flail around on the wall – both are equally entertaining. * Top Roping: Heights? Pffft. We laugh in the face of heights! We should have a couple of people certified on Belay including myself. * Wisdom from Wannabe Pros: Get tips from climbers who might know what they're talking about. No guarantees, though. * Social: an opportunity to make new friends who share a passion for climbing. * Dinner afterward is optional for those seeking extra social time. **Day pass is $30 if you're not a member —** but you *might* be able to get $10 off if you say you're climbing with one of us. **Just give us a heads-up beforehand so one of us can be at the front desk when you arrive. Gotta work the system properly 😎.** **👟 Pack List (or don’t, I’m not the boss of you):** * Comfortable athletic clothing. * Climbing shoes and Harness (or you can rent them at the gym). * Water bottle to stay hydrated. * Your adventurous self (non-negotiable) * Positive vibes and a sense of adventure! **Parking on the lot or streets.** **First Timers: The gym requires your signed waiver.** **[https://touchstoneclimbing.com/waiver/](https://touchstoneclimbing.com/waiver/)** **Here are two tutorial videos:** **[https://youtu.be/Gsbu5ENrCq8?si=kUf8y2ulEN9V18L6](https://youtu.be/Gsbu5ENrCq8?si=kUf8y2ulEN9V18L6)** **[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b2v4brHpdxY&ab_channel=BoulderingBobat](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b2v4brHpdxY&ab_channel=BoulderingBobat)** **Release of Liability:** The organizer (me) of this event is a volunteer and is not a professional guide. The function of the organizer is only to organize this event. Each person who signs up for this event is 100% responsible for his or her safety and the safety of his or her guests. **Quick Note:** If you’re planning to use Marvin for the day pass discount, just make sure to message Marvin ahead of time — we need to be at the front desk for it to work!

The Diamond Impact

Want to catch the big game on April 29th? We’re fostering the development of communities throughout Los Angeles by giving away complimentary ballpark access! Come for the memorable experience, stay for the networking. No strings attached—just sign up to join our local list and the seat is yours. 🗓 Date: Wednesday, April 29th 📍 Location: Dodger Stadium 🔗 Sign up here: https://forms.gle/fj7KfsueCWB17EQQ7

A SOUTH PAS/GARFIELD PARK 10K - The Canis Pack Walk #19/Sniff Explore Exercise

🐩🦮🐕( **FREE SOUTH PAS/GARFIELD PARK 10K ADVENTURE - The Canis Pack Walk / Sniff Explore Exercise** )🐕🦮🐩 Welcome to The Canis Pack Walk! The Most Important Activity for You and Your Dog! [**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 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 **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**

Organically LA

Ventura Mural Walk

Alright meetup people, if you’re into art, murals, and walking then this event is for you. I will lead a “mural walk” in Ventura that will take around 1.5 hours to complete. We will meet and start at Art City Studio, which is a hidden gem for art installations. We will then walk and look out for any murals located near the Ventura Avenue. There should be a total of 15 murals that we will see, one of them is even inside a laundromat. We will also stop for some street tacos, which is the food of my ancestors. Lol So sign up because I promise you this event will be more exciting than harvesting the corn by hand. Goal #1: Meet inside Art City Studio, walk around, and check out the art. (30 minutes) Goal #2: Start waking towards the first mural Goal #3: We should see around 15 murals Goal #4: Taco Stop. We will stop for some bomb street tacos (the food of my ancestors lol) Person in charge: -Your fearless leader: Nestor Q. -I don’t know sign language Driving to the event: -Type in “Art City Studio” or “175 Dubbers Street, Ventura” -Choose your path wisely -Plenty of free street parking -Park at your own risk Official Meetup Spot: -Inside Art City Studio -Hopefully they will be working on a new art installation for Burning Man. -I will upload a photo of where I will be waiting. I will upload the following documents as photos (a) The Official Meetup Spot (b)The Official Plan of Action (c) The Official Checklist (d) List of people banned from my events What to bring: -A positive attitude (mandatory) -A sense of adventure -Comfortable walking shoes -Plenty of water -Sunscreen -Bug spray -Save the date more details to come out -Long live this meetup group -We need more Meetup organizers - sign up today. -You’re not alone, you just haven’t met the right people. -Nostradamus had a vision of this event when he took his hot girlfriend to see some local murals back in 1588 A.D. -Share the event with your friends, coworkers, neighbors, siblings, Zoom pals, roommates, mailman, Instagram followers, bartender, bank teller, waiter, hair stylist/ barber, Starbucks barista, TikTok followers, step-brothers and step-sisters, cashier, pets, cousins, exes, etc. **Past meetup performance is not indicative of future results**