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Coffee, Conversation & Art @ Hollywood Sculpture Garden.

Coffee, Conversation & Art @ Hollywood Sculpture Garden.

Sat, May 30, 7:00 PM
From art! Art!! ART!!! The Seven Arts . . . Arts Meetup Group
4.6

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.

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May 2026 - Playtest games at Geeky Teas!

May 2026 - Playtest games at Geeky Teas!

Sat, May 30, 6:00 PM
From First Play: L.A. Board Game Playtesters
4.9

**Players and game designers wanted for this open house style event!** Please read the event schedule, and all members, new and old, should check out the Code of Conduct at the bottom of this text. **FEE:** $8 to play at Geeky Teas - payable at the event to Geeky Teas at front desk. Once paid, you're covered to play games ALL DAY. **DESIGNER SIGN UP**: If you have a game to test during session one or two we have a new sign up protocol: **Fill out the form here- [First Play Designer Signup](https://gorgeous-mule-37d.notion.site/1c9a3d4ed35b8034b34ced27ef3d1c40)** Please read the descriptions of each time to determine if your game is appropriate for a scheduled session. *Note: new members must come to First Play as a playtester at least once before having the opportunity to run a game. If this is your first time showing your game at FPLA, please introduce yourself to either Damon or Cassandra (one or both will be near the front of the room) before your session for a quick explainer on how to get your game to the table and what to expect from playtesting.* **SCHEDULE:** Game days have 3 segments. **You do not need to come for the whole day!** However, it is good etiquette if you are testing your own game to stay and test at least one other designer's game as well. 11:00am - 1:00 pm **OPEN PLAY TESTING** This is unstructured play time, ideal for short games (45min or less), 2 player games, and games that require a quieter environment. If you're a designer, grab an available table and let people know you are looking for players. If you're a player, just sit down at a game and play! **SESSION ONE** 1:15pm - 3:15pm **SESSION TWO** 3:30pm - 5:30pm Scheduled sessions are the core of First Play! This event we have three scheduled sessions, with about 4-6 games running during each time slot. Following moderator announcements, each designer running a game will have the opportunity to do an 'elevator pitch' to players. After which, players decide which game they want to play. Two hour sessions are ideal for games that are 60-90 minutes, and have been playtested multiple times before. After play, be sure to leave time to give and receive feedback. Oh, and sometimes we give away prizes! 5:30-6:30pm **DINNER BREAK** 6:30-10pm **THE SKUNKWORKS** This is unstructured time to test your wildest ideas. Bring the game that may break in 5 minutes, the one that requires 10 people, or the one that may involve crawling on the ground. Bring objects that *could* be games, half baked ideas, and untested print and plays. Take risks, be silly, and most importantly, have fun! **SPECIAL NOTES**: No outside food is permitted but there are snacks/drinks sold at Geeky Teas. Also, FYI - There are cats at the store, roaming but keep to themselves. Please read these guides, especially if you are new to design or playtesting- **[How to do better playtesting!](https://gorgeous-mule-37d.notion.site/How-to-do-better-playtesting-1c9a3d4ed35b807b9f6ff643b5635885)** **[How to explain rules for your confusing game prototype!](https://gorgeous-mule-37d.notion.site/How-to-explain-rules-for-your-confusing-game-prototype-1d3a3d4ed35b80c683e7e4f6953e8545)** **Code of Conduct Rules** 1. Be kind. 2. Seriously, be even more kind than you think you need to be. 3. Read the guidelines for giving and receiving feedback. 4. Respect the rules of our venues (Geeky Teas, Paper Heroes, Odyssey, etc). We will continue to be welcome as long as we continue to be good guests. 5. New members must come to First Play as a playtester at least once before having the opportunity to run a game. 6. If you have RSVP'd to run a game, show up for your time slot. If you do not show up for your time slot, you will get a strike against you. Two strikes and moderators will discuss next steps with you about if you will be allowed to continue running games. 7. Be respectful of other community members- give as much as you receive. Playtest other peoples' games, not just your own. 8. In the case of an unresolvable or continuing conflict, please let a moderator know so we can determine next steps. 9. You will receive a warning if a legitimate complaint is lodged against you. In the case of a continuous issue, a group of at least 3 moderators will discuss and determine next steps. Consistent bad behavior will lead to a group ban. **See you soon!** **Have questions?** For FAQ's, please see here - [First Play FAQ’s](https://gorgeous-mule-37d.notion.site/First-Play-FAQ-s-1d5a3d4ed35b809eadb7c5c72359521b) For a specific question please email *cassandra@ixiongameworks.com* For community conversations join the Cardboard Alchemy Discord: [https://discord.gg/2pYk3TT](https://discord.gg/2pYk3TT) \- find the \#first\-play\-la\-chat channel\!

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Film Club - Culver City  Edition - Title: The Thursday Murder Club

Film Club - Culver City Edition - Title: The Thursday Murder Club

Sat, May 30, 6:00 PM
From art! Art!! ART!!! The Seven Arts . . . Arts Meetup Group
4.6

Watch a film before the meetup and discuss with the group. \*The Thursday Murder Club (2025) It is streaming on Netflix [https://share.google/myrmB362KsequK0ZQ](https://share.google/myrmB362KsequK0ZQ) * before the meetup post in comments a movie you are watching now, as an optional movie for the group to watch * come prepared to talk about the assigned movie, that will be the common movie around the table Location: JACKSON MARKET AND DELI IN CULVER CITY 10:40-11:00 - Order food/drink and secure your place at the venue with the group, YOUR SEATING WITH THE GROUP IS NOT CONFIRMED UNTIL you show up on time and save youself a seat. 11:00-12:00 - Film discussion Optional: stay for lunch This will be a series of meetups, we will select movies as we go along and try various places around town. (It's like a book club but for movies) Rules * Take turn * Stay on topic * Update attendance, non-attendance are removed from future attendance Cross-posted: https://www.meetup.com/ccccc-c/events/314671265/?utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=announce_event&utm_source=link&utm_version=v2&member_id=3925648

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2026 Intermediate Beach Volleyball 2s Social Play (Free+Free Parking)

2026 Intermediate Beach Volleyball 2s Social Play (Free+Free Parking)

Sat, May 30, 3:15 PM
From Los Angeles Beach Volleyball Open Play
4.6

***LABV "RED COURTS" - Intermediate Doubles:*** Note that this event is cross promoted on several apps / platforms, so we always have a consistent group of 20+ attendees every Saturday. Join us for a fun-filled day of beach volleyball every Saturday (year-round) for open play Pickup Games in Playa del Rey! Geared toward intermediate players looking to improve their doubles play, or advanced doubles players who suddenly find themselves with a volleyball-playing boyfriend / girlfriend who they want to improve, this event is the perfect opportunity to enjoy a great workout while soaking up the sun and making new friends. Our friendly and welcoming group provides a supportive environment for players of all skill levels to come together and enjoy doubles and four-on-four volleyball on a beautiful beach with everything provided. Just bring a beach towel, your sunscreen and some water and we provide all the equipment, balls and setup. And best of all, everything is free with no fees whatsoever! Even parking on the street and in the THREE adjacent parking lots in the area is FREE (although it gets much harder to find spots after about 10am). **So, if you are looking to improve your doubles game or practice for that CBVA rating, we provide a place for you at Los Angeles Beach Volleyball Open Play Saturdays!** YOU ARE ALSO HIGHLY ENCOURANGED TO BRING SNACKS FOR THE COMMUNAL BLANKET! ***Weather Cancelations:*** If there is a threat of bad weather on our game day, be sure to check here at [meetup.com](http://meetup.com/) before you leave to come to the beach. We will always update the meetup event on Saturday morning around 7:30am if the event is canceled. If there is no update stating that the Saturday game is canceled, then we are still playing. Remember we usually will play unless: \- It is really **COLD** (temps 50 degrees or below at any time 8am-2pm) \- It is really **WINDY** (wind predicted to be above 15mph any time 8am-2pm) \- It will probably **RAIN** (50% or higher chance of rain predicted any time 8am-2pm) ***Legal Stuff - Liabilities, Obligations, and Responsibilities:*** The organizer and any/all assistant organizers and other attendees are in no way responsible / liable for your personal safety and health state, before, during, and at any time after this event. By RSVPing "Yes", for this event, you acknowledge that you fully understand and accept the aforementioned conditions and following event attendance conditions and, you are solely responsible for your health, safety, and well-being before, during, and at any time after the event as stated previously. All attendees shall forever hold harmless the organizers and other attendees and unconditionally waive any liabilities resulting from attending and/or participating in this event.

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

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

Sun, May 31, 1:00 AM
From art! Art!! ART!!! The Seven Arts . . . Arts Meetup Group
4.6

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.

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2026 Beginner/Intermediate FOURS Beach Volleyball Social Play (Free+Free Parkng)

2026 Beginner/Intermediate FOURS Beach Volleyball Social Play (Free+Free Parkng)

Sat, May 30, 3:15 PM
From Los Angeles Beach Volleyball Open Play
4.6

***LABV "BLUE COURTS" - All-Levels Fours:*** Note that this event is cross promoted on several apps / platforms, so we always have a consistent group of 20+ attendees every Saturday. Join us for a fun-filled day of beach volleyball every Saturday (year-round) for open play Pickup Games in Playa del Rey! For intermediate players or even athletic beginners looking to learn, this event is the perfect opportunity to enjoy a great workout while soaking up the sun and making new friends. Our friendly and welcoming group provides a supportive environment for players of all skill levels to come together and enjoy four-on-four volleyball on a beautiful beach with everything provided. Just bring a beach towel, your sunscreen and some water and we provide all the equipment, balls and setup. And best of all, everything is free with no fees whatsoever! Even parking on the street and in the THREE adjacent parking lots in the area is FREE (although it gets much harder to find spots after about 10am). **So even if you are still using your volleyball "training wheels", we provide a place for you at Los Angeles Beach Volleyball Open Play Saturdays!** YOU ARE ALSO HIGHLY ENCOURANGED TO BRING SNACKS FOR THE COMMUNAL BLANKET! ***Weather Cancelations:*** If there is a threat of bad weather on our game day, be sure to check here at [meetup.com](http://meetup.com/) before you leave to come to the beach. We will always update the meetup event on Saturday morning around 7:30am if the event is canceled. If there is no update stating that the Saturday game is canceled, then we are still playing. Remember we usually will play unless: \- It is really **COLD** (temps 50 degrees or below at any time 8am-2pm) \- It is really **WINDY** (wind predicted to be above 15mph any time 8am-2pm) \- It will probably **RAIN** (50% or higher chance of rain predicted any time 8am-2pm) ***Legal Stuff - Liabilities, Obligations, and Responsibilities:*** The organizer and any/all assistant organizers and other attendees are in no way responsible / liable for your personal safety and health state, before, during, and at any time after this event. By RSVPing "Yes", for this event, you acknowledge that you fully understand and accept the aforementioned conditions and following event attendance conditions and, you are solely responsible for your health, safety, and well-being before, during, and at any time after the event as stated previously. All attendees shall forever hold harmless the organizers and other attendees and unconditionally waive any liabilities resulting from attending and/or participating in this event.

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