About us
Unplug. Unwind. Connect.
Rediscover the joy of real connection through shared experiences and authentic friendships.
So Cal Explorers Meetup is the antidote to a hyper-digital, disconnected world. We gather for fun, relaxed outings to explore the most iconic, historic, quirky, and lesser-known corners of Southern California—and beyond—together. Whether it's a walking tour, hike, museum visit, movie night, or group travel abroad, our adventures are all about learning, exploring, and enjoying each other's company.
We're not a dating group. We're not a networking group. We're simply a welcoming space for adults to connect, laugh, and build friendships—without pressure, expectations, or hidden agendas.
We also care deeply about our communities and the world around us. From time to time, that means participating in charitable efforts or showing up for causes and issues we feel strongly about—including peaceful protests. Not every event is centered on this, but these values are part of who we are. If that’s not something you’re interested in—or if it feels uncomfortable—this group may not be the right fit, and that’s okay.
Our crew is mostly progressive, slightly irreverent 40- to 60-somethings with a love for counter-culture and curiosity. But all open-minded adults (18+) are welcome!
Join us for hiking, historic tours, movies, museum visits, kayaking, presentations, live music, good food, great conversation and even international adventures.
So Cal Explorers is where awkward small talk turns into epic friendships. Come along—we’re saving you a seat.
Upcoming events
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FREE CONCERT: UP CLOSE AND CLASSICAL - 7 LAST WORDS
Danish Lutheran Church, 16881 Bastanchury Road, Yorba Linda, CA, USCross-posted with LA & OC Weirdo Music and Art Forum
NOTE THE CHANGE OF VENUE!!!
It is the mission of UP CLOSE AND CLASSICAL to present chamber music that will be transformative to all participants, offering concerts but also a preparation into appreciation. We attended several concerts and really enjoyed them. Join us for their next concert,Date: Friday, April 3, 7 pm
Venue: Danish Lutheran Church and Cultural Center 16881 Bastanchury Road, Yorba Linda, CA 92886 (plenty of parking!)
******* NEW VENUE !! ******possible early dinner before, details TBD
More info here: https://upcloseandclassical.com/next/
Free and open to the public. No tickets needed.Program:
Haydn’s “Seven Last words of Christ on the cross” – String quartet.
Lecture on "Seven Last Words" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eDbCJCN629UMusicians: Limor Toren, Sakura Tsai, Alicja Blanquart, Nicholaus Yee
UP CLOSE AND CLASSICAL activities are informed by the below vision, The purposes for which UP CLOSE AND CLASSICAL is created are to stimulate and support the appreciation and performance of chamber music.
- By presenting chamber music concerts at which the public can hear works deemed worthy of performance and performed by artists selected by UP CLOSE AND CLASSICAL.
- By presenting, sponsoring or providing for programs and activities designed to stimulate and encourage exposure to and understanding, knowledge and appreciation of the literature, history and performance of chamber music.
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MULTIPLE MANIACS & PINK FLAMINGOS
The Frida Cinema, 305 E 4th St, Ste 100, Santa Ana, al, USCross-posted with LA & OC Weirdo Music and Art Forum
Date: Tue, Apr 7 @ 7:30 pm
Venue: Frida Cinema
305 E 4th St #100, Santa Ana, CA 92701
Phone: (714) 285-9422Tickets: $13.00
https://thefridacinema.org/purchase/1497735/Trailer: https://youtu.be/vUd_6FF4AtM?si=_0lf2tufnh4KTYjn
Double feature from John Waters - The Pope of Trash!
Director: John Waters Run Time: 194 min. Release Year: 1972
Starring: Danny Mills, David Lochary, Divine, Mary Vivian Pearce, Mink Stole
We’re diving headfirst into our tribute to Frida Favorite John Waters by going to the filthiest corners of underground cinema and delivering a double feature of Multiple Maniacs and Pink Flamingos! Multiple Maniacs: Lady Divine runs a traveling sideshow with her lover, luring unsuspecting patrons into a world of chaos, crime, and depravity. As jealousy and betrayal take hold, her descent spirals into one of the most infamous acts in cult film history! Pink Flamingos: Self-proclaimed “Filthiest Person Alive” Divine lives in a trailer on the outskirts of Baltimore, defending her title against a pair of perverse rivals determined to outdo her. What follows is an all-out war of bad taste that pushes the limits of what's acceptable to be shown on screen! Defiantly transgressive as ever, these films cemented Waters’ reputation as the ultimate patron saint of trash, almost daring audiences to laugh. There will be a 10 minute intermission between both films. One tickets gets you access to both movies!
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