Canasta Los Angeles

Musicians, play yourselves!

**[Off-Key Orchestra](https://offkeyorchestra.org/faqs)** is a no-audition, non-performing orchestra for adult musicians of all skill levels. A casual, social ensemble for musicians that are beginners, "re-starters" or experienced players who want to play without performance pressure. **[Register](https://offkeyorchestra.org/sessions/event-one-rg2bh-mx2wm-3ea3j-7chdf-aj39l-lymps)** and you'll get downloads of the music. Music we’ll be playing on this October day * Pirates of the Caribbean - Klaus Badelt Arr. Ted Ricketts * Toccata by Bach Rocks! - J.S. Bach Arr. David Burndrett * Beethoven’s 9th Symphony - Beethoven Arr. Leidig * Hungarian Dance No. 5 - Brahms Arr. Marc Garetto * A Rockin' Halloween - Arr. Michael Story * Tardecita - Belisario Errante

Next Century Toastmasters Meetup

Want to develop your speaking skills? Join our one and a quarter hour meeting. We start with prepared speeches. Each speaker will then receive a 2-3 minute oral evaluation to help him or her understand what was done well in the speech and what areas offer opportunities for growth. The table topics section provides the opportunity to practice thinking on your feet and impromptu speaking for 1-2 minutes. Our meetings are always fun and guests are always welcome. You may bring lunch (take out is available on the "A" level from Trimana). Parking will not be validated (rates as of 09/27/16, $4.25 for each 12 minutes, maximum $34).

Mah Jongg at El Camino College- PRIZE and POTLUCK DAY!

Social Mah Jongg; light snack will be provided; giving away prizes for making special hands. This is a potluck event. Feel free to bring something to contribute if you can. No worries at all if you cannot.

Whittier WordCrafters Toastmasters Club

**Build Confidence. Improve Communication. Develop Leadership.** Looking to become a more effective speaker, presenter, or leader? Join us for a Toastmasters meeting where you'll practice communication skills, receive constructive feedback, and grow in a supportive environment. Whether you're preparing for career advancement, leadership opportunities, interviews, presentations, or simply want to feel more confident speaking in front of others, our club provides a welcoming space to learn and improve at your own pace. Guests are always welcome. Come see how Toastmasters can help you strengthen your communication and leadership skills while connecting with a community of motivated and supportive individuals. We meet **every Friday at** **7:15 AM pacific time.** This is a **hybrid** meeting. **In-person:** Panera Bread-12531 Imperial Hwy., Norwalk CA 90650 **Online**: Email [vppr@whittierwordcrafters.com](mailto:vppr@whittierwordcrafters.com "mailto:vppr@whittierwordcrafters.com") for the zoom link.

🎲 Strategy Games Only: Board Game Social at Moncha Cafe

Studio City Speakers Toastmasters Club - Bimonthly Meeting

Our club, like Toastmasters clubs worldwide, is a place for people to conquer fears of public speaking, learn speaking skills, and practice for upcoming needs at work and in the community. We meet regularly on the second and fourth Mondays each month. A typical meeting has about 10-15 attendees, ranging in age and genders, with opportunities for everyone to speak each session. Visitors and guests are warmly encouraged to check us out. Pay us a visit and see why we're the friendliest Toastmasters in town! MEETINGS AT Keller Williams Realty in Studio City, at 4061 Lasurel Canyon Blvd, behind Vons supermarket. Ample parking.

Chess and Oware Club at Beverly Hills Le Pain Quotidien

Welcome! All levels of chess players can join whether you're a beginner or a grand master. We'll be at the big table in the middle of the restaurant. Some chess sets will be provided but feel free to bring your own equipment. Please RSVP with number of guests if you plan to attend. We play chess between 1:30 - 6:00PM. Parking is FREE on Sunday in the parking structures between Santa Monica Blvd and South Santa Monica Blvd. I look forward to seeing you all at Le Pain! Since early 2026 We've also been playing **Oware** as well and now I'm making it an official part of the club. We play the international tournament version with Abapa rules. It's very easy to learn and a lot of fun to play. So, if there are any Oware players out there, you are most welcome to attend. Feel free to bring your Oware sets if you have them. Here's some info about Oware from Google: Oware is estimated to be roughly **7,000 years old**, making it widely regarded as one of the oldest continuously played board games in human history. Oware is a famous two-player abstract strategy board game in the mancala family, originating from West Africa and widely considered the national game of Ghana. The board has 12 small pits (houses) with four seeds or beans in each, and the goal is to capture 25 or more seeds to win. **A special note to new members and first time attendees:** There are may times where it looks like the only person attending the meetup is the organizer. Don't let that throw you. We have a core group of regulars who show up every week but are allergic to RSVP-ing. Getting them to RSVP is like trying to declaw a feral cat! We also have members who are not part of meetup so they can't RSVP in the first place. When we *do* get RSVPs, you can pretty much double; sometimes even triple that number to estimate attendance. So, come check us out even when it looks like there's no one attending. Hope to see you there!

Tarot Study Circle: The Suit of Pentacles — Money, Work & The Material World

### WEEK 6 **Tarot Study Circle: The Suit of Pentacles — Money, Work & The Material World** We've made it to the final suit! For Week 6, we'll explore the **Suit of Pentacles** and complete our journey through the Tarot. We'll study each card by looking at its **symbols, imagery, meanings, themes, and possible interpretations**. We'll also connect what we've learned throughout the previous five weeks to better understand how the different parts of the Tarot work together. This final gathering is for everyone—from someone who has never picked up a Tarot deck to experienced readers looking for a refresher. Bring your **Tarot deck, journal, notebook, and any Tarot materials** you'd like to use. By the end of this 6-week study group, our goal is for everyone to have a **stronger understanding of all 78 Tarot cards and the confidence to begin putting the cards together in a reading.** Come learn, practice, ask questions, and complete the Tarot journey with us! 🔮 **Stay Connected!** Follow us on Instagram **@SpiratualKreatives** for updates on future Tarot Study Groups, upcoming events, and more opportunities to connect with our community.

Tarot Study Circle: The Suit of Swords — Thoughts, Truth & Challenges

### WEEK 5 **Tarot Study Circle: The Suit of Swords — Thoughts, Truth & Challenges** This week, we're diving into the **Suit of Swords**! Together, we'll explore the cards of the Suit of Swords and take a closer look at their **symbols, imagery, meanings, themes, and interpretations**. The Swords can bring us into conversations about thoughts, communication, decisions, truth, conflict, challenges, and perspective. We'll explore these themes together while learning how to recognize the messages within the cards. This study group is open to **beginners, experienced readers, and everyone in between**. You don't need to have all the answers—we're here to learn together. Bring your **Tarot deck, journal, notebook, and any Tarot resources** you'd like to reference. Come ready to study, discuss, and deepen your understanding of the Swords! 🔮 **Stay Connected!** Follow us on Instagram **@SpiratualKreatives** for updates on future Tarot Study Groups, upcoming events, and more opportunities to connect with our community.

Tarot Study Circle: The Suit of Cups — Emotions, Relationships & Intuition

### WEEK 4 **Tarot Study Circle: The Suit of Cups — Emotions, Relationships & Intuition** This week, we're exploring the **Suit of Cups**! The Cups invite us to explore themes surrounding **emotions, relationships, intuition, creativity, connection, and the inner world**. Together, we'll go through the entire Suit of Cups and study each card from the ground up. We'll examine the **symbols, imagery, meanings, and themes** while discussing how different cards can show up in a Tarot reading. This gathering is welcoming to **all experience levels**. You don't need to consider yourself a Tarot reader to participate. Come with questions, curiosity, and a willingness to learn. Bring your **Tarot deck, journal, notebook, or any other Tarot-related materials**. Let's explore the Cups together! 🔮 **Stay Connected!** Follow us on Instagram **@SpiratualKreatives** for updates on future Tarot Study Groups, upcoming events, and more opportunities to connect with our community.

Boba & Hong Kong Mahjong Social

Mah Jongg at El Camino College

Social Mah Jongg playing.