What we’re about
Please join our Polyamory Meetup to meet other supporters of multi-partner relationships and families. Talk about open relationships, polyfidelity, polyamory, honesty, respect and alternate forms of commitment. Typical topics discussed are conflict resolution, communication, compersion, jealousy avoidance, how the lifestyle works, and what doesn't work, adding new partners,Science Fiction Entry into Polyamory, family structure, children, and many others. You do not need to identify as polyamorous to join us, all we ask is that you keep an open mind.
This meetup group is family friendly. We are not listed as an adult only group. Please note that the TOS for meetup does not allow nudity or sexual activity in your profile pictures. Please be sure messages sent to other members are friendly and appropriate, not sexual**. This is a SAFE space, do NOT use this medium to try and "pick up" anyone. Sexual messages are for people you have a relationship with and should be sent privately to them NOT on this Meet Up site.**
Because this is a family meetup, it is important to please keep your profile pictures pg-13, not only to comply with meetup's TOS, but also because there may be individuals who are under 18 looking at the site. Thank you for understanding.
If you would like to join this Meetup, Please fill out ALL THE PROFILE QUESTIONS - We screen members who wish to join.
We use these questions to make sure that those who join have at least read the information on the about us page (click here or on "pages" above) and are serious about wanting to know more about the lifestyle. The questions also serve to let the other members know what your "model" of a poly relationship would look like.Yes, this means your answers to the questions will be visible to the rest of the group. It is of benefit to both the group and to yourselves to answer these questions honestly.
Please check out our "ABOUT US" page (click here or on "pages" above). The links on there will give you an idea what Polyamory is all about (they are also posted below).
Anyone interested in attending is welcome! We ask for a donation at the meetup to help cover the expense of running them (meetup charges the organizers, not the members), but no one is ever turned away for an inability to contribute. We welcome all poly and poly friendly individuals, groups and families. We also encourage those who are curious about the lifestyle to attend our meetups. We generally have between 15 and 30 people who show up at our group meetups third Saturday of the month at a large home in the west San Fernando Valley-- Live the Dream (http://www.livethedream.org) It includes, themed discussions, pot luck lunch, socializing in clothing optional jacuzzi and various holiday evening events. IOrganized by Terry Brussel-Rogers. The other event is in Burbank at a restaurant--see events.
If you would like to organize an event, please let me know the specifics and I will add you as an event coordinator. Your suggestions for themed events and discussions are most welcome. Call 818-886-0069 to talk to Terry Brussel-Rogers
Please remember that this group is based on the premise of encouraging successful relationships of all kinds. To this end, open and honest communication, respect and tolerance of our individual beliefs and philosophies are of paramount importance. We may not always agree with one another, but we still need to respect each other. We are not here to change one another's beliefs, perceptions or expressions of those beliefs, we are here to support one another and possibly learn something in the process of getting to know one another. Along this vein, please note that we are not responsible for what others put on their profiles. If you see something you do not like, simply do not go to that profile. This is a public forum, and while we do our best to pre-screen members, always follow the rules of internet safety (click here) and screen people yourself. (http://psychcentral.com/online_dating/safety.html)
***MEMBERS*** Please RSVP every month. Even if you RSVP "NO", it allows me to see who is active on the board. I ***THANK YOU***
Here are some articles you might find of interest, especially if you are new to the world of Polyamory . Please note many articles are available on Live the Dream Articles Click here for Live the Dream Articles That is LiveTheDream.org. More are being added all the time. If you have one for our Newsletter, do e-mail it to terry_bg@msn.com,
Fifty Years of Polyamory in America: A Guided Tour of a Growing Movement by Glen W. Olson and Terry Brussel-Rogers
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<a></a>Benefits of Polyamory \
<a></a>Polyamory - What it is (Part 1) \
Polyamory - What it isn't (Part 2) \
Polyamory Language
Open Relationship Styles \
<a></a>Models Of Open Relationships - Excellent Article <br> <br> Polyamory and Children \
Raising Kids Poly - An Eye Opening Experience \
But What About The Children? \
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Dealing with Jealousy \
<a>A crazy little thing called.....Compersion</a> \
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Poly/Mono Relationship Dynamics \
Polyamory for the Monogamous \
My lover just told me he or she wants other lovers - Excellent Article <br> <a></a>Bridging the Divide \
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Cohabitation and Dating Safety \
<a></a> Questionaire for Cohabitation \
Tips for Online Dating Safety
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Sexual Health \
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Books \
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Poly Friendly Professionals \
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Never Do This: Poly Mistakes \
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If you know of any poly events in the LA area, please do not hesitate to leave a message on the boards, or contact one of the organizers.
Upcoming events (1)
See all- Is It Heart-Safe for People with Poly & Mono Life Histories to Date? To Marry?Needs location
Saturday July 20, 2025 11-1 Zoom and Live, Live Only 1-4 pm PDT
Is It Heart-Safe for People with Poly and Monogamous Life Histories to Date? To Marry? Led by Craig and Terry Brussel Rogers
Location: 8515 Penfield Ave. Winnetka, Ca. 91306 To RSVP or for more information, call 818-886-0069 or visit LiveTheDream.org
Join Zoom meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3175971626?pwd=NWVjU3A2M0I2Q29IUkI4L1lMRzd2QT09
Meeting ID: 317 597 1626 Passcode: Heinlein
11 am Poly Discussion
1 pm Pot Luck Lunch Bring something healthy & Delicious to share
2-4 pm Socialize in Clothing Optional Jacuzzi
Craig went from from virgin at age 34 to Poly Prince in his 60s. Is it possible to become poly after living monogamous or celibate for most of your adult life?
The answer is yes. At age 63 and Poly since age 16, I had sworn off teaching Poly 101 in my bedroom. Never say Never. I actually met Craig in 1987 when I handed him a Live the Dream flyer over his Space Exploration Fan table at Los Con. He was not ready for it at the time. He married in 1990, separated in 1997 and was celebate (though not without dates) until we reconnected in 2016 at Los Con. This time he took the Flyer, joined me for Regency Dancing that night and came to the next Live the Dream Meeting. We were married April 28, 2018. Our partner in a triad was his best man… We will talk about his Journey and under what circumstances it may work for poly and those of monogamous background to Mate.
After meeting, 6pm join us for Filk Singing. Songs of Science Fiction and the Space Age--including Poly themed songs. We may watch a poly movie in between the Live the Dream meeting and the Filk..as group decides.
