S.B.--Toba started 45 years ago to promote citizen-to-citizen exchange with our Sister City in Japan. We offer seasonal Japanese cultural events and operate a yearly Jr. High School summer student exchange with families in Toba. Those interested in travelling in Japan, hosting exchange students, or just enjoying Japanese cultural events, should come out and join! Our members come from all ages and income levels, and all share a lively interest in things Japanese.

The California Bums meetup group is intended to encourage people to visit as many places in California as possible as a group: vineyards, restaurants, beaches, parks, museums and much much more. In our travels we hope to promote local businesses, artists and entrepreneurs.

This is a fun group that gets together to practice Spanish in local cafes. We try different Latin American cuisine, watch films in spanish, discuss Latin American culture, history and politics and attend local Latin cultural events. Spanish classes are also offered for kids and adults. See class descriptions below. Opportunities are offered to travel to different Latin American countries. If you really want to master a language you need to make it part of your everyday life. The key is to have l …

Every two weeks we meet at various locations to learn the secrets of Santa Barbara's sensational cuisine from the people who produce, market and prepare our food. We visit farms, markets, restaurants, culinary stores, wineries, the marina and many more. Learn and experience what local is all about. In the future we will harvest or shop for food together, cook it and share a simple meal along with conversations about sustainable food with myself, Gerri French. I am a long time foodie and dietitia …

California Tea on Meetup (aka California Tea) will form a network of support for the planning and execution of California-based premium and specialty tea education, events and enterprises. We will share our knowledge, resources and expertise within the group in order to further the appreciation and availability of premium and specialty tea in Califoirnia. The group will support California-based premium and specialty tea events by its members and others but no individual or institution is ob …

… These women may very well be the friends that travel with you through the remaining chapters of your life adventure. During the Meetup we will discuss general topics and information that are of interest to women entrepreneurs and discuss how you can incorporate philanthropy into your business model. During The Inspired Women Entrepreneur membership meetings, in depth strategies for your specific business will be discussed and input will be given by a mastermind group of talented, experienced bus …

This is a group for women in their mid 20's thru 30's to get together, have fun, and create new friendships. Looking to have a group of ladies who may want to go shopping, out to lunch, have a fun night out, hit the beach or art gallery, get an exercise buddy, or just stay home and chat. The intention is to plan a variety of events to suit a range of interests. Ideally, we'll get a diverse group of women so that there will always be someone to share time and fun with and perhaps you'll grow so …

Hokuloa is a competitive Outrigger Canoe Club based in Ventura, CA. We are looking for new members to join this incredible adventure.  Experienced paddlers are always welcome and we have practices geared to the novice paddler too! Outrigger Canoe Clubs can be found across California, and we regularly travel to races from San Diego to San Luis Obispo. Club members are NOT required to race, just to have fun! No equipment is necessary, we provide everything you need to get started. The workouts are …

We are easy-going, relaxed group of people that enjoy moderate to intermediate hikes followed by a bite to eat or drinks. You should join us if you are interested in meeting new friends, are easy going and non-flake!  Definition of Non-Flake: Being reliable and showing up anytime you RSVP. So please don't change your mind the day off or no-show. Anyone in the group can suggest a meet-up! It does not have to be hike, this group is also about socializing, so feel free to suggest wine tasting, happ …

… WFP organizes travel delegations to Latin America, conducts congressional advocacy and organizes local educational events and actions. Tanya Cole Regional Organizer Witness for Peace Southwest phone: 805-421-9708 E-mail: wfpsw@witnessforpeace.org Website: www.witnessforpeace.org/southwest Venturans for a Just Palestine (VJP) is a grassroots, non-partisan group whose mission is to support the Palestinian struggle for human and civil rights in all of historic Palestine through outreach, educati …

Yoga in Ventura is a donation based yoga class held at Arroyo Verde Park lead by Nicole De Leon, and Katrina Durocher. Nicole is a Ventura native who has traveled the world surfing and expanding into her yoga practice. Nicoles hatha yoga-inspired classes energetically incorporate humor and cultivate inner confidence. Nicole just recently returned from instructing at Suave Dulce Surf and Yoga retreat in Nicaragua . Katrina is a 500hr. registered Yoga Therapist. She works with people of all ages. …