Ecommerce Meetups Los Angeles

Los Angeles Build a Scalable Online Business with AI

**Launch a Self-Running AI eCommerce Business – Blueprint Masterclass** You do not need a warehouse or a team to run a serious online business. AI handles the heavy lifting. This masterclass shows you exactly how to set it up and scale it. You will meet other entrepreneurs building online businesses who are serious about using AI to scale. The room is worth joining for the network alone. Your seat is only confirmed once you register below. Do not miss out. ### [SAVE YOUR SEAT](https://aiventurelab.org/product/AIEcommerce?city=Los%20Angeles&groupurlname=dodgeball-league-jam-and-social-club&startgmtdatetime=2026-09-13T11:46:00Z) --- What you'll build: - An automated AI-driven store built on a proven blueprint - A scalable income stream you can expand without hiring - A store that operates 24 hours a day without your constant input One session. A complete blueprint. A business that works around the clock.

Smerconish Mingle Meetup

If you feel politically stuck in the middle between clowns to the left and jokers to the right, you’ve found the perfect Meetup group to join! Inspired by Michael Smerconish’s The Mingle Project, we meet to discuss hot topics and news events and welcome people with different points of view. If you’re an independent thinker and want to join a conversation with people of diverse views, then you’ve found the right place.

PMA LA - Product & Design Happy Hour

Hello PMA.LA Community! After a summer break, our team is back, and we’re looking forward to bringing the community together again. On **Tuesday, September 22**, we’re bringing LA’s Product and Design communities together at **33 Taps in Culver City** for an evening of good conversations and new connections. Keeping it casual: * No panels. * No slides. * No pressure. Just Product Managers, Designers, and fellow builders connecting over drinks and talking about the work, challenges, ideas, and opportunities shaping what we build. Whether you’re launching something new, improving an existing experience, growing your team, exploring your next move, or simply looking to meet more people across LA’s Product and Design community, you’re welcome here. **Come ready to:** • Meet people across Product and Design • Swap stories, challenges, and lessons learned • Connect with potential collaborators, hiring managers, and future teammates • Build stronger relationships across LA’s product ecosystem If you’re able, please support the venue with a drink or food purchase during the event. **Parking** Metered street parking is available, though limited. Nearby structures include: • 3846 Cardiff Ave • 3844 Watseka Ave • 9770 Culver Blvd **Stay in the loop** Join the PMA.LA mailing list for upcoming events, learning opportunities, and ways to get involved with the community.

Storytelling Masterclass for Founders

**[RSVP HERE](https://luma.com/rzpgsqu6)** ​In this 2-hour workshop, [Michelle Lo Horton](https://www.instagram.com/michellelohorton?utm_source=luma), founder of [The Story ARC](https://thestoryarc.io/?utm_source=luma), will teach you how to turn your real experiences, expertise, and point of view into short-form storytelling content that builds trust and supports growth. This is a practical, hands-on session. You’ll learn the principles behind effective storytelling, play a storytelling game to unlock better ideas, and leave with a short-form script you can actually use. ​We encourage you to arrive on time as this is a jam packed workshop. ​**In this workshop, you’ll learn:** \- How to find stories from your own life\, work\, and expertise \- Why storytelling works better than generic educational content \- The key principles of short\-form storytelling for trust and growth \- How to structure a story so people stay engaged \- How to turn one idea into a short\-form video script \- How to create content that feels human\, clear\, and strategic **You’ll walk away with:** \- A simple storytelling framework you can reuse \- A clearer understanding of what makes a story work \- A drafted short\-form script \- A better sense of how to use your story to build trust online **Who this is for** Founders, entrepreneurs, creators, consultants, coaches, service providers, and professionals who want to create stronger content without sounding generic, salesy, or performative. No content experience is required. Just bring a computer, notebook, an open mind, and one idea, lesson, or experience you might want to turn into a story. **About the Host** [Michelle Lo Horton](https://www.michellelohorton.com/?utm_source=luma) is the founder of The Story ARC, a founder-led storytelling and short-form content studio. She helps founders and businesses turn their stories into content systems that build trust, credibility, and growth. **Venue** Thank you to Studious Collective as our venue partner.

Vibe Coding Workshop with Women In Big Data SoCal

Ever wondered what it would be like to **build and launch your own app — without being a traditional software developer?** Join **Women in Big Data SoCal** for a hands-on, beginner-friendly workshop where we’ll explore **vibe coding with Lovable** and turn an idea into a working app. **What You'll Learn** In this interactive workshop, you’ll get an introduction to: * **Vibe coding** and how AI can help you build software * Using **Lovable** to turn an idea into a functional app * How to think about your app concept, user experience, and features * Going from an idea to a working prototype * Tips and lessons learned from actually building and launching with AI No prior coding or app-development experience is required. **Come with an idea, curiosity, or simply a willingness to experiment!** The workshop will be led by **Christina Karaba**, founder of **yourcore**, a self-discovery-through-style app that she built using vibe coding with Lovable. Christina will share her experience going from idea to building a real product with AI-powered tools and show us what’s possible when you’re willing to experiment and build. **Event Details** 📅 **Date:** Thursday, September 24, 2026 🕕 **Time:** 7:00 PM 📍 **Location:** Sorry Not Sorry – 11520 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles 90064 Bring your laptop and your curiosity — we’ll learn by building! We’ll be reserving a space in the back patio, and as always, each guest will be responsible for their own tab. \-\-\-\-\-\- Follow us on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14309306/) to get the latest updates on our events. \-\-\-\-\-\- **Photo Release Notice:** By attending this event, you consent to photographs being taken and used in Women In Big Data's promotional materials. Please inform organizers upon arrival if you prefer not to be photographed.

Re-Igniting Your Commitment to Spiritual Education

### **Sound Healing Sound Bath: Re-Igniting Our Commitment to Spiritual Education** **Wednesday, September 30 at 7:00 PM** 📍 **North Hollywood Oneness Center for Spiritual Living** 6161 Whitsett Ave., North Hollywood, CA 💻 **Attend in person or online** Close out September with an evening designed to help you slow down, reconnect, and listen more deeply. Join **Rev. Skip Jennings and Jami Lula** for a restorative **Sound Healing Sound Bath** as we complete our month of returning to spiritual study and conscious growth. Through breath, meditation, vibration, and sacred sound, we’ll create space to integrate what we have learned and set a renewed intention for the next stage of our spiritual journey. No prior meditation or sound healing experience is necessary. Simply come as you are, allow yourself to receive, and give yourself the gift of an evening devoted to renewal. **Let the sound quiet the noise—and make space for what Spirit is ready to teach you next.** Come with an open mind, your questions, and a willingness to grow. 🧘 6161 Whitsett Ave., North Hollywood 💻 Or join us live on Zoom, Facebook, or YouTube [More Information Here](https://www.nhcrs.org/wednesdayhealingandrenewal)

LAST time to dine at Joss Cuisine!

Sad to hear that Joss cuisine is closing...we are going back to one of my (and many members) favorite Chinese restaurant for the last time!! Joss Cuisine draws on the traditional Chinese recipes, many with herbal elixir ingredients valued for hundreds of years, and present them to the smart sensible diners of today. Owner plans to retire so let's gather together at this wonderful venue this month, during Mid Autumn Moon Festival! Special menu only, since Joss does not keep produce supplies anymore.

Wearables Wednesday

Anything and everything wearable! Sewing, crocheting, leatherwork, cosplay, el wire, LEDs, smart watches, and more. We will be sharing, working on our own projects, and checking out wonderful wearables on the web. \-\-\-\-\-\- CRASH Space is a non-profit organization located in Los Angeles and run by volunteers. We are a collection of artists, hackers, programmers, builders, and makers. Our members use the space to work on their projects, share ideas, and help each other create whatever they envision. Learn more at [https://blog.crashspace.org](https://blog.crashspace.org/)

Showcase at the Moonlight Academy

A weekly recurring showcase of local witch and occult talent transforms an esoteric store from a retail outlet into a vital cultural hub. By featuring local practitioners, artists, and speakers, the store fosters customer loyalty through consistent engagement while providing a platform that legitimizes and connects the disparate threads of the local pagan community. Benefits to the Esoteric Store Recurring Revenue Streams: Regular events drive consistent foot traffic on typically slow days. Participants often purchase ritual tools, books, and supplies immediately following a showcase. Brand Differentiation: Showcasing unique local talent sets a physical store apart from generic online marketplaces by offering an irreplaceable experiential value. Market Insight: Weekly gatherings act as informal focus groups, allowing owners to identify gaps in the market and adjust inventory to meet emerging community needs. Authority and Trust: Hosting educational and talent-based events establishes the store as a thought leader and a safe, authentic environment for spiritual exploration. Strengthening the Pagan Community Reduced Isolation: For practitioners who feel "cut off" socially or geographically, regular meetups provide a vital sense of solidarity and belonging. Knowledge Exchange: Showcases facilitate "in-group education," where diverse practitioners share ritual mechanics, chants, and stories, enriching the collective practice of all attendees. Social Cohesion: The repetitive nature of weekly "rituals" or gatherings reinforces social ties, making the community more resilient against internal strife and external pressures. Path for Newcomers: Recurring events lower the barrier to entry, offering seekers a low-pressure way to transition from private study to active community participation.

FREE: The Grammy Museum . . . for Smithsonian Day. (other museums too!!!!)

Museum Free Day from the Smithsonian is a nationwide thing. [Smithsonian Day](https://nationaltoday.com/smithsonian-day/) is always September 17th Here is the expected full list: * Japanese American National Museum * The Grammy Museum * LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes * California African American Museum * Autry Museum of the American West * The Wende Museum * USC Pacific Asia Museum * Descanso Gardens * The International Printing Museum in Carson * Museum of Latin American Art in Long Beach * Los Angeles Maritime Museum * Point Fermin Lighthouse Historic Site and Museum * Photo: @sfwineblog * Latino Art Museum in Pomona * Heritage Museum of Orange County * Dr. Willella Howe Waffle House and Medical Museum in Santa Ana * The Santa Ana Fire Museum * Yanks Air Museum in Chino * Laguna Art Museum * Fillmore Historical Museum Some of these museums are normally free. And others may be closer to you. BUT . . . for the moment . . . the plan is The Grammy Museum. . . FOR FREE!!!! On Wed the 17th. What a win. To attend this event #1 **RSVP on this event with the red RSVP button** *AND THEN* #2 **[Fill out the event form](https://forms.gle/FW4aozDwU1ngkqVu6)**[ https://forms.gle/FW4aozDwU1ngkqVu6](https://forms.gle/FW4aozDwU1ngkqVu6) This way you get the reminder as they update the new list with the 2026 info (spoiler alert: ***if you do not fill out the form you will not get accurate or updated event info)(Meetup messages is not reliable or efficient at getting out info. Too many have notifications turned off)*** **Got questions?** **[Click Here](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=273063881)**[ to send a Direct Message to Marc (screen name Oddie)](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=273063881) (be sure to mention the what event you are talking about) NOTICE: For our events we do not discriminate by Age, Gender, Gender Preference, Ethnicity, National Origin, Race, Color, Religion, or even Belly Button Lint. **[CLICK HERE](https://www.meetup.com/ccccc-c/join)**[ To see all our other events and join in on them.](https://www.meetup.com/ccccc-c/join) Art makes for great social fun. Over the course of the year we a bunch of arty events. If you have any suggestions or if you wish to post an event the group or lead an event: **[Click Here](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=273063881)**[ to send a Direct Message to Marc (screen name Oddie)](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=273063881)

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🌕 Mid-Autumn Moon Festival Dinner @ Newport Seafood — San Gabriel

Join me for a special **Mid-Autumn Festival Food Celebration** **Dinner** at **Newport Seafood Restaurant in San Gabriel!** 🥮🌕🍽️ Let's celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with great food, good conversation, and a fun evening with a small group of fellow Meetup members. 📍 Newport Seafood Restaurant 518 W Las Tunas Dr San Gabriel, CA 91776 💰 Cost: $60 per person 👥 Limited to 12 people total 🦞 What's for Dinner? We'll be ordering a variety of popular Chinese seafood and dinner dishes to share, including: 🦞 Lobster 🐟 Live steamed fish 🍤 Walnut shrimp 🥩 Filet mignon cubes 🥢 And more! We'll plan and budget the food order so that there is approximately $60 worth of food per person, giving everyone the opportunity to enjoy a variety of dishes family-style. 🍽️ Family-Style Dinner This will be a shared family-style meal, so we'll order multiple dishes for the table rather than having individual entrees. The goal is to have a great variety of food for everyone to sample and enjoy. Because we're limiting the group to 12 people, please RSVP only if you are committed to attending. This will allow us to plan the food order and make sure we have enough for everyone. 🌕 Why Mid-Autumn Festival? The Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as the Moon Festival, is one of the most important traditional celebrations in Chinese culture. It is traditionally a time for family, friends, reunion, gratitude, and enjoying good food together under the full moon. What better way to celebrate than gathering around a table and sharing a delicious Chinese feast? 🥮🌕🥢 Come hungry, bring your appetite, and let's enjoy a festive evening together! 🎟️ 12 spots only — $60 per person Please RSVP only if you are able to attend. Payment Options: Zelle: 626-986-8593 Venmo: @Darren-Van-1 CashApp: $Darren515 PayPal: darrenvan515@gmail.com