Cultural Celebrations Los Angeles

Amapiano Day Fest @ Club Lagos

Spring is here… and LA, we’re outside ☀️🌴 Afropolitan Cities brings the vibes to the West Coast with the **Amapiano Day Fest – Los Angeles Edition** at Club Lagos Downtown! Get ready for an electrifying day party where Amapiano takes center stage—blending smooth South African rhythms with the high-energy pulse of Afrobeats in a vibrant, sun-soaked atmosphere. From the music to the fashion to the people… this is the ultimate spring/summer kickoff. [GRAB EARLY BIRD TICKET NOW!!](https://AmapianoFestLA.eventbrite.com/?aff=MeetUp) **What to expect:** • A high-energy day party featuring top African DJs spinning nothing but vibes 🎧🔥 • Live dance performances that bring the culture to life 💃🏾 • A curated pop-up shop experience with unique vendors 🛍️ • A stylish crowd and unforgettable day party energy 🌇 Whether you’re a die-hard Amapiano lover or just stepping into the sound, this is where you need to be. Good music, great people, and pure energy all day long. Pull up, catch a vibe, and let’s make memories. 🎶🌍

Mish Hebrew classes 1a

Mish Mish Hebrew classes are back starting April 26. I started organizing Hebrew classes directly with Israeli language instructors because I realized that learning Hebrew would make me feel more connected to Israel and Jewish community These are community-organized, designed to lower the barrier to entry, and built as low-commitment classes so you can actually stick with it. Classes are highly conversational and taught by native Israeli speakers, so you’re learning how people actually speak. This is our 6th session of classes since launching last summer, with multiple levels running and a growing group of returning students. Aleph Bet with Noam Learn to read and write Hebrew, including vowels, block letters, and script Sundays 10–11am PST \| 10 weeks Level 1A (Present Tense) Build conversational Hebrew using present tense Sundays 230–4:00pm PST \| 10 weeks Level 2A (Past Tense) Continue into past tense and expand fluency Sundays 5–6:30pm PST \| 10 weeks Level 3A (Future Tense) Tbd All classes are on Zoom and include recordings if you can’t make a session. Cost is $300 for 10 weeks Feel free to message me with questions or help placing into the right level 917-541-4252 Find us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mishmish.la?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Asian Appreciation BBQ Party at the Park

San Gabriel Valley Chinese Language Meetup

The primary reason for this meetup is for a friendly language exchange between English speakers and Chinese(all dialects) speakers. The end goal is to improve in the language that each person seeks to learn. The secondary reason is for an exchange of cultures(all cultures 😃).

Dockweiler Beach and Potluck

Let’s have a potluck at Dockweiler Beach! Bring a favorite dish to share your culture and add some color to our table. This is the potluck sheet to help us coordinate. Please fill it up if your bringing something: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1bcy59pbqk_HnYKlVx3RqzdnQD_TNtx6KUQwrC10JisY/edit

Opera @ CAAM

{USC} Square Dance with a LIVE BAND!

Let's go square dancing Downtown near USC! ($20) The 16th ever Los Angeles Old Time Social is happening on May 16th. There are beginner-friendly workshops throughout the day and musicians and folk enthusiasts from up and down the west coast come into town that weekend. Some of them will be putting on a square dance from 7:30-10pm, which is what we'll be attending. Different musicians and callers will be rotating in throughout the night, and we'll keep dancing. Never square danced? Don't worry... all dances are taught. Fun guaranteed! No partner necessary, this is social dancing :) Everyone willing to participate is welcome! Bring your friends -- the more the square-ier! Straight and LGBTQIA+ friendly. We'll meet up there at 7:30pm to watch (and eat) musical cakes before the dancing gets underway. SCHEDULE: 6-7ish - doors 7:00pm - flatfooting workshop (included with evening program admission, if you're interested) 7:30pm - musical cakes + group meet + socializing + beginner-friendly dancing out back (outside) DIRECTIONS: Punch "Velaslavasay Panorama" into maps and it should get there easy. 1122 W 24th St, Los Angeles, CA 90007 PARKING: Street parking. Double-check posted signs. MEETING UP: We'll meet up by the cakes around 7:30pm. (Once you go in, just keep heading back, go out into the back garden, back through the ornate gate, into the courtyard+kitchen. If you get lost, just ask anyone to point you toward the cakes.) If you're late and miss the group meet, once you get to the cakes area, ask anyone to point you to Lindsay, and we'll introduce you to the rest of the group. DRINKS/FOOD INFO: You may bring your own food and water bottle. In years past, they have had donation-based canned/bottled drinks on site. I'm unsure what they will have this year. COST: $20 for the evening program (see ticket link in comments). There is also a limited number of discounted all-day passes still available for $45 (at the time of posting this) if you plan to attend more than the evening program. WHAT TO BRING: • Comfortable shoes for pavement • Layers (the dance will be outside) • Water bottle • Pre-purchased ticket receipt on your phone • Cash for drink donations Tips for the LADIES: * Dresses are fun for twirling, but pants are cool too :) * It's best to wear shoes that won't easily slip off * It's ok (even encouraged) to ask guys to dance :) * Ladies are always right, so ladies are always on the right when dancing (though you are no way limited to dancing the "lady" role--anyone can dance any role) Hope you'll join us!

Unforgettable Croatia! The Pearls of the Dalmatian Coast - Split, Dubrovnik .

Join our Meetup group on this exciting tour of beautiful Croatia - a country blessed with both, transparent sapphire waters and glamourous old towns. A blissful vacation to a country full of beauty and history with an awesome group of active and fun people! Create lifelong friendships on our tours! *Come alone, leave with friends!* From north to south, we will start with Croatia's charming capital, Zagreb. Visit the amazing Plitvice Lakes National Park, with its cascading waterfalls. Explore the former Roman citadel of Split with Diocletian's famous palace. Marvel at the UNESCO World Heritage city of Dubrovnik, boasting the largest and best preserved city walls in Europe. Check out the filming locations of Game of Thrones. Relax on Croatia's stunning Dalmatian coast, overlooking the crystal blue Adriatic Sea. Spend a couple of days on the sun drenched island of Hvar. Be our own boat crew for a day, while sailing to the famous Blue cave and 5 more islands. For a detailed Day By Day itinerary: **[Click Here](https://forms.gle/cQdqYw74gAYqphXX8)**[ to fill out our info request form](https://forms.gle/cQdqYw74gAYqphXX8) *The trip includes:* * 2 Nights Zagreb * 2 Night Split * 2 Nights Hvar * 3 Nights Dubrovnik * Arrival and Departure Transfers * Boat Charter for a day with visits to the Blue Cave and 5 islands * Ferry Tickets * Bus Transportation from Zagreb to Split * Zagreb Sightseeing Tour * Plitvice Lakes National Park Tour * Split Walking Tour * Dubrovnik Old Town Walking Tour * Daily Breakfast * 2 dinners and 1 lunch * Wine and Olive Oil Tasting *Not Included:* x Transatlantic Airfare (we can help you arrange that) x Meals or activities not listed above x Tips and any personal and incidental expenses **Price per person, double occupancy: $4150** (we match roommates for those willing to share and save) **Price for single room: $5180** **The only way to secure your spot is a $450 deposit** **[Click Here for Secure Deposit Link](https://www.paypal.com/instantcommerce/checkout/WLM7LYMKTD3BC)** Deposit is refundable up to 90 days before the departure (less PayPal fees). *[Click Here](https://forms.gle/CQiGWo6p7kgHKSSF6)* [and Fill out this Form if you are making a Deposit ](https://forms.gle/CQiGWo6p7kgHKSSF6) Limited capacity of 20 total. This trip will fill up extremely quickly. **\*\*\*Airfare from/to the US not included. Contact Anna for a quote\*\*\*** **Optional Extension: France Culinary Trip starting on Sep 06, 2024.** [Click here for more info](https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/281542357/) ***[Click Here](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=131297062)***[ to Message Direct to Anna with any questions including airfare quotes.](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=131297062) She can help you arrange the airfare and answer any logistics questions. [Click Here to see all our other fun events](https://www.meetup.com/CulturalArts/Events) SOT 2000318-10

Member Mixer & Potluck @ Hollywood Sculpture Garden w/ Arts Exhibition

The Hollywood Sculpture Garden is really a neat place . . . AND WE GET TO VISIT AND HAVE A SOCIAL THERE!!! It's located on private property and not normally open to the public. So it is indeed a special thing for us to go. (for free) Now . . . About this event: It is outdoors in a super-funky, pretty and cute location of The Hollywood Sculpture Garden. **This is intended as a "New To Meetup Mixer." Meaning if you are new to Meetup, or new to the group, been in the group for a while but not attended an event or even just new to the city, . . . then come.** A perfect way to meetup some quality people over some even better wine. **And very perfect if this is your first meetup ever!! Come join us.** If you are an existing member, . . . then you are equally welcome. After all . . who will be the welcome wagon for all the new people? Now . . . A little bit MORE about this event: Sunset is expected for 7:58 PM 6 PM Event STARTS 5 to 6 PM . . . General arrival window. 6 to 7:58 . . . General socializing & art appreciation over food and drinks. 7:58 PM . . . . Sunset (if all goes according to plan) 8:30 PM . . . . The light show begins 8:30 to 9:30 . . . More socializing and art. 9:30 onwards . . . the night is young. Head off to other cool places with new friends. Oh!!!!!! One other thing **It's Pot-luck/Drink-luck.** Your ticket for entry is a dish or a drink. Bring anything that is good to share for serve 10 people. Or a nice bottle of wine, or dozen beers (if cheap beer), 6 pack of craft beer. We will provide the tables, dishes, plastic-ware, cups, napkins, etc. **Frist:** RSVP **SECOND**: Be sure to Fill out the Attendees Form so have name on guest list [https://forms.gle/oPv6oB7gmV6wL8Pf9](https://forms.gle/oPv6oB7gmV6wL8Pf9) **Third**: Pick up a dish or drink to bring to the event. **Fourth**: Show up (at the event) with your best self and be ready to be social and have fun. I know what you are thinking . . . * will this be fun? * is this a cool place? * will there be people as cool as me there? * or even . . . . I'm not cool & I am shy/introverted . . . * will I be able to fit in and enjoy too? ***And the answer is yes to all.*** **[WATCH THIS!!!](https://youtu.be/xm3TLYKLHqI) Here is a vid from an actual event we did there.** It was summer of 2021. Watch the whole thing and you will see the food/wine . . . the place, . . . where we hang out and how. As well as what it looks like at day and nite. AND . . . you get of feel of the people, place and vibe. (reg link to the vid) [https://youtu.be/xm3TLYKLHqI](https://youtu.be/xm3TLYKLHqI) And to see pix from past visits. [https://photos.app.goo.gl/dGoqMzDfCuFT4NDJA](https://photos.app.goo.gl/dGoqMzDfCuFT4NDJA) ***The Plan:*** * ***Event Starts 6:00 PM*** * ***We socialize . . . Catch Sunset.*** * ***Then more socialize and the the lights will go on.*** ***Question:*** Tell me about this socialize thing? ***Answer:*** It's a Potluck. Bring a dish. OR bring Merlot. Then social happens from there. Question: ***The cost for all this?*** Answer: ***FREE FREE FREE FREE FREE FREE FREE. And bring a dish or drinks.*** PARKING: Parking is tight to non-existent the location. The Google Form will used to make sure you have ALL the best parking info. This event is cross posted to several meetup groups. So there will be plenty of folks. Some goals for this event . . . * To make new friends. * To make more friends. * To go to new places. * To be more social (in real life). There is ALSO a companion event of Daytime Coffee And Conversation in The Garden [https://www.meetup.com/sevenarts/events/311274042/](https://www.meetup.com/sevenarts/events/311274042/) If daytime is your jam . . . then that's the event for you!! For EITHER event . . . Be sure to Fill out the Attendees Form so have name on guest list [https://forms.gle/oPv6oB7gmV6wL8Pf9](https://forms.gle/oPv6oB7gmV6wL8Pf9) NOTICE: For our events we do not discriminate by Age, Race, Color, Religion, Ethnicity, National Origin, Political Affiliation, Relationship Status, Gender, Gender Preference, or even Belly Button Lint. We welcome all, . . . and that includes you.

Unforgettable Croatia! The Pearls of the Dalmatian Coast - Split, Dubrovnik.

Join our Meetup group on this exciting tour of beautiful Croatia - a country blessed with both, transparent sapphire waters and glamourous old towns. A blissful vacation to a country full of beauty and history with an awesome group of active and fun people! Create lifelong friendships on our tours! *Come alone, leave with friends!* From north to south, we will start with Croatia's charming capital, Zagreb. Visit the amazing Plitvice Lakes National Park, with its cascading waterfalls. Explore the former Roman citadel of Split with Diocletian's famous palace. Marvel at the UNESCO World Heritage city of Dubrovnik, boasting the largest and best preserved city walls in Europe. Check out the filming locations of Game of Thrones. Relax on Croatia's stunning Dalmatian coast, overlooking the crystal blue Adriatic Sea. Spend a couple of days on the sun drenched island of Hvar. Be our own boat crew for a day, while sailing to the famous Blue cave and 5 more islands. For a detailed Day By Day itinerary: **[Click Here](https://forms.gle/cQdqYw74gAYqphXX8)**[ to fill out our info request form](https://forms.gle/cQdqYw74gAYqphXX8) *The trip includes:* * 2 Nights Zagreb * 2 Night Split * 2 Nights Hvar * 3 Nights Dubrovnik * Arrival and Departure Transfers * Boat Charter for a day with visits to the Blue Cave and 5 islands * Ferry Tickets * Bus Transportation from Zagreb to Split * Zagreb Sightseeing Tour * Plitvice Lakes National Park Tour * Split Walking Tour * Dubrovnik Old Town Walking Tour * Daily Breakfast * 2 dinners and 1 lunch * Wine and Olive Oil Tasting *Not Included:* x Transatlantic Airfare (we can help you arrange that) x Meals or activities not listed above x Tips and any personal and incidental expenses **Price per person, double occupancy: $4150** (we match roommates for those willing to share and save) **Price for single room: $5180** **The only way to secure your spot is a $450 deposit** **[Click Here for Secure Deposit Link](https://www.paypal.com/instantcommerce/checkout/WLM7LYMKTD3BC)** Deposit is refundable up to 90 days before the departure (less PayPal fees). *[Click Here](https://forms.gle/CQiGWo6p7kgHKSSF6)* [and Fill out this Form if you are making a Deposit ](https://forms.gle/CQiGWo6p7kgHKSSF6) Limited capacity of 20 total. This trip will fill up extremely quickly. **\*\*\*Airfare from/to the US not included. Contact Anna for a quote\*\*\*** **Optional Extension: France Culinary Trip starting on Sep 06, 2024.** [Click here for more info](https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/281542357/) ***[Click Here](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=131297062)***[ to Message Direct to Anna with any questions including airfare quotes.](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=131297062) She can help you arrange the airfare and answer any logistics questions. [Click Here to see all our other fun events](https://www.meetup.com/CulturalArts/Events) SOT 2000318-10

Coffee, Conversation & Art @ Hollywood Sculpture Garden.

The Hollywood Sculpture Garden is really a neat place . . . AND WE GET TO VISIT AND HAVE A DAYTIME COFFEE SOCIAL THERE!!! It's located on private property and not normally open to the public. So it is indeed a special thing for us to go. To Attend you NEED to be ON THE GUEST LIST TO BE ON THE GUEST LIST . . . **you NEED to FILL THIS OUT FORM [https://forms.gle/oPv6oB7gmV6wL8Pf9](https://forms.gle/oPv6oB7gmV6wL8Pf9)** No entry on the form will result in no entry to the event. Now . . . About this event: It is outdoors in a super-funky, pretty and cute location of The Hollywood Sculpture Garden. **This is intended as a Coffee and Convo surrounded by Art.** A perfect way to meetup some quality people in a fabulous location. Oh!!!!!! One other thing **It's a pastries pot luck. I will be providing coffee and fresh made lattes for those that wish. BUT . . . to get a latte you need to bring a place or box of pastries to share.** Your ticket for entry is a pastries. Bring anything that is good to share for serve 10 people. I will provide the tables, dishes, plastic-ware, cups, napkins, etc. **Frist:** RSPV to the event. **SECOND:** Fill out the form **[https://forms.gle/oPv6oB7gmV6wL8Pf9](https://forms.gle/oPv6oB7gmV6wL8Pf9)** **Third**: Pick up pastries to bring to the event. **Fourth**: Show up (at the event) with your best self and be ready to be social and have fun. I know what you are thinking . . . * will this be fun? * is this a cool place? * will there be people as cool as me there? * or even . . . . I'm not cool & I am shy/introverted . . . * will I be able to fit in and enjoy too? ***And the answer is yes to all.*** **[WATCH THIS!!!](https://youtu.be/xm3TLYKLHqI) Here is a vid from an actual event we did there.** It was summer of 2021. Watch the whole thing and you will see the food/wine . . . the place, . . . where we hang out and how. As well as what it looks like at day and nite. AND . . . you get of feel of the people, place and vibe. (reg link to the vid) https://youtu.be/xm3TLYKLHqI And to see pix from past visits: https://photos.app.goo.gl/dGoqMzDfCuFT4NDJA **To attend this FREE event you MUST be on the GUEST LIST list** **TO BE ON THE LIST . . . fill this out Google Form** **[https://forms.gle/oPv6oB7gmV6wL8Pf9](https://forms.gle/oPv6oB7gmV6wL8Pf9)** Question: ***The cost for all this?*** Answer: ***FREE FREE FREE FREE FREE FREE FREE. And bring pastries to go with coffee or tea.*** PARKING: Parking is tight to non-existent the location. The Google Form will used to make sure you have ALL the best parking info. This event is cross posted to several meetup groups. So there will be plenty of folks. Be sure to fill out the google form so we can send you all the parking info and the schedule and event info. AND to have your name on the guest list. [https://forms.gle/oPv6oB7gmV6wL8Pf9](https://forms.gle/oPv6oB7gmV6wL8Pf9) Some goals for this event . . . * To make new friends. * To make more friends. * To go to new places. * To be more social (in real life). There is an evening companion event to this from 5 to 10 PM [https://www.meetup.com/sevenarts/events/311241891/](https://www.meetup.com/sevenarts/events/311241891/) NOTICE: For our events we do not discriminate by Age, Race, Color, Religion, Ethnicity, National Origin, Political Affiliation, Relationship Status, Gender, Gender Preference, or even Belly Button Lint. We welcome all, . . . and that includes you.

Little Tokyo Night at Far Bar🔥 LA × Japan Social + Dodgers Game

We’re bringing a good crowd to **Far Bar in Little Tokyo** — for a night that blends **LA energy, Japan vibes, and a social scene that actually moves**! Dodgers vs Angels will be on, but this isn’t about sitting and watching a game! It’s about being out —good music, drinks flowing, people talking, and that mix of cultures that makes LA feel like LA! And yeah — if Ohtani connects, the whole place goes up. **free sake shots every time Shohei Ohtani hits a home run! 🍶🔥** LA × 日本な夜。 🌴 **WHAT TO EXPECT** • A packed Little Tokyo bar atmosphere • A social, open crowd (not cliquey) • Music, drinks, and movement • Dodgers vs Angels playing in the background • A mix of locals, creatives, and people just out for a good night! 🌸 **VIBE** Not just the game. **LA × Japan, city nights, good people.** Even if you’re not into baseball — you’ll feel it! **📍 Far Bar** — Little Tokyo **⏰ Saturday, May 16 • 6:30 PM** Come through anytime 👋**Hosted by LA2JP 💙 LA x Japan Community** Come meet the LA2JP fam — easy, friendly, and open to everyone. はじめてでも大歓迎です！