Meet new friends groups near Ojai, CA

Welcome to the Ventura Toastmasters Meetup Group! Our group focuses on developing and honing your communication and social skills through effective speech presentations and impromptu speaking exercises. Whether you're a seasoned Toastmaster or new to public speaking, our supportive and encouraging environment is perfect for anyone looking to boost their confidence and speaking abilities. Join us for a fun and interactive learning experience and improve your public speaking skills in a relaxed and welcoming setting. Let's speak with confidence, enthusiasm, and make public speaking fun! We meet every Monday at 6:30pm Location: 5040 Telegraph Rd, Ventura, CA 93003 Or online: https://bit.ly/Club24Zoom ALL experience levels welcome!

Zander's Game House is Ventura County's premier tabletop gaming space where friends and family gather to play.  Enjoy our spacious gaming tables or upgrade to the VIP Room!  Weekly scheduled meet up times for Magic the Gathering, Disney Lorcana, Yu-Gi-Oh, Pokemon, One Piece, Digimon, Flesh and Blood, Star Wars Unlimited, BattleTech, Star Wars X-Wing, A Song of Ice and Fire, and Infinity.  With monthly Miniature Painting sessions, a Chess Club, a Go! Club, and a 1000+ title table top board game library there is something for everyone at Zander's Game House.  Come in and Play!  web: www.zandersgamehouse.com Discord: https://discord.gg/YUxePqWEYN

At Community Options Integrated INC., we want to talk to people who have experience in providing supports and services to persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities (special needs). If you are interested in attending an orientation session to find out about becoming a family home provider! COI Services, Inc. recruits, trains, supports, monitors and provides tax exempted financial reimbursement to family home providers certified through our agency.

Hello spirit soul! Welcome to Ventura County Kirtan Mantra Meditation By Spirit Soul And Friends™ - A Musical Peace Troupe! We are delighted that you have visited us today. This wonderful MeetUp group is created to keep you in touch with Kirtan Mantra Meditation events in Ventura County and surrounding areas. We look forward to chanting with you at the incredible events that are forthcoming. **WHAT IS KIRTAN?** *Kirtan* is when more than one person gets together to joyously sing or chant various Mantras.  *Man* means mind, *Tra* means that which frees.  A mantra is a sound vibration that frees or delivers the mind from its attachment and preoccupation with worldly matters, and focuses it on the Supreme.  Every day we hear sounds that increase our attachment and preoccupation with worldly matters, so obviously not just any sound is a mantra. Only words that have the spiritual potency to free us from material conditioning are Mantras.   The only words with that spiritual potency are any sound coming from God such as His Names and Words because they are nondifferent from Him, and are as pure and purifying as God Himself. Kirtan is completely non-sectarian and non-denominational because the universal principle for spiritual reawakening through singing the Names of God is recommended in the Bible (both Old and New Testaments), Koran and Vedic Scriptures. Kirtan is a spiritual tool to purify one's consciousness and bring the soul real peace and happiness; *Peaceful individuals create a peaceful society.* **There Should Never Be a Charge For Kirtan** According to Yoga texts, it is forbidden to charge for Kirtan and teaching spiritual truths because these should be freely available to everyone, not just those who can afford it. Therefore, we do not list on this MeetUp any kirtan events that require payment for admission. Taking part in or learning about Kirtan has nothing to do with having enough money, having a melodious voice, or becoming a professional kirtan leader, singer or musician.  Anyone can chant, sing, dance and participate in Kirtan at no cost—so bring yourself, children, family, friends and musical instruments! We look forward to seeing you and your family at one of the many upcoming events. **Kirtan is universally recommended** **Kirtan is a joyous celebration** **Kirtan is a living, moving meditation** **Kirtan is the path to Peace** **Kirtan opens the door to Love** Aloha and Namaste,  Patita Pavana / Director Of Community Events for [Spirit Soul And Friends™ - A Musical Peace Troupe](https://www.spiritsoulandfriends.com)

Join FSCR for fun events and community service. We do: restoration, walks/hikes/rides, 5k River Runs, special talks and get-togethers, and advocacy to protect one of Southern California's most natural rivers. Our mission is to protect and preserve the cultural and biological resources of the Santa Clara River Watershed which includes areas from Angeles/Los Padres NF, Acton, Santa Clarita, Santa Paula, Ventura and Oxnard.

Whether your just getting your bearings and learning the basics or you’re a seasoned pro, join the group in exploring Ventura and meeting new friends! Sometimes what we “have” to do every day prevents us from doing what we WANT to do. So schedule in some fun and creativity! We’ll hit up the beach, do some street photos, portraits, maybe even some night shots. Activities will probably be outdoors mostly, on Sat or Sun. But there’s lots of shops downtown, so when we can explore them as well! If you have Lightroom/Photoshop or equivalent, that’s certainly part of the process for *digital* photography, so we can discuss and even work on that together too. Share images, post publicly, critique, and whatever else the group feels comfortable with. The point of this group is to intentionally schedule time to do something enjoyable so life doesn’t wiz by with nothing accomplished except for what you were “supposed” to do. But don't just join the group - join and *participate!* Ideas? Suggestions?

Welcome to the Ventura Coffee/Tea While Crocheting Meetup Group! Whether you're a beginner or experienced crocheter, join us for a fun and relaxing time of sipping coffee or tea while working on your latest project. Meet new friends who share your love for crocheting, exchange tips and techniques, and get inspired by others' creations. This group is perfect for anyone looking to indulge in their passion for crocheting in a social and supportive environment. So grab your hooks and yarn, and come join us for some cozy crocheting time!

Welcome to the 'Third Thursday Bike Social' Rides Group! Whether you're a casual bicycle rider, cycling enthusiast, or just looking to meet new friends, this group is for you. Join us on posted rides for a leisurely bike ride through scenic routes, local trails, and urban paths. All skill levels are welcome, and we encourage a supportive and inclusive atmosphere for riders of all abilities. Let's pedal together, explore our city on two wheels, and build a community of bike lovers who share a passion for adventure and fun! Other community bike events can be found at https://bikeventura.org/events/

Do you like happy hour (who doesn’t)? Do you like to get together with friends and meet new people? Join us! The goal of this group is to get together for interesting and sometimes amusing conversation with members who have become friends and to welcome first timers into the group. Anyone is welcome and there’s no agenda. We get together at 5:30 pm the 4th Thursday of each month.

A place for young adults 20s - 40s to gather and enjoy events in Ventura County including outdoor activities, game and trivia nights and checking out all the foodie spots in town! We welcome people from all backgrounds and lifestyles including alcohol free! Our mission is to create a friendly and safe environment to share common interests and meet new people! We plan to have events a couple times a month on the weekends and week nights! If you have any suggestions for activities please let us know as we want to make this a community for everyone! Looking forward to meeting you all

Meet new friends through dancing. Dancing is a great ice-breaker. Singles, couples and all levels of dancers welcome. Let's socialize on the dance floor.

Para principiantes hasta nativos que quieren pasar un bien rato! Puedes conversar con un grupo muy divertido y casual, ampliar el vocabulario y conocer gente nueva:). Reunimos cada martes- Nos Vemos! 😉 Te recomiendo: Podcast 🎧 \ ‘[Entiende Tu Mente](https://open.spotify.com/show/0sGGLIDnnijRPLef7InllD?si=B00DpTlJQDe3VRCkX1cUBQ)” por Spotify [Hello Talk App📱](https://www.hellotalk.com/?lang=en) Charlar con hablantes nativos de todo el mundo Para Aprender el Español 🤓 ["Spanish with Vicente"](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuvOWBdv3vqahioA4C3fLyQ) por Youtube \*For beginners to native speakers that want to have a good time! Speak with a fun and casual group, expand your vocabulary and meet new people:).

Welcome to the Ventura-Oxnard Italian Language Group! This is the perfect place for those who love Italy and the Italian language to come together, make new friends, and have some great conversations. Our focus is on speaking Italian, cultivating lasting friendships, and meeting people who share our passion for all things Italian. Whether you're a beginner looking to practice your language skills or a fluent speaker looking to connect with others, this group is for you. Join us for fun meetups where we can all enjoy speaking Italian and building meaningful relationships. A presto! Abby

# Senior Movie Fans & More Our group, for seniors, 60-ish + will essentially be anything that interests members and can be and frequently is organized as a group event. So our events and activities may range from walks, hiking, movies, dinners, Happy Hours, and anything in between. Our walks and hikes range from short 40 min or so to 2+hour hikes at places such as Thousand Oaks, Malibu, Santa Barbara. To summarize, our events could consist of the following categories: • Hiking and walking • Movies [all types] • Food [restaurants, potlucks, picnics] • Plays • Musical events • Wine Tasting • Biking • Kayaking • Special events and locations • Day trips. • Any other ideas? There should be many events that appeal to you regardless of your tastes and capabilities. And if we miss some activity that you might like, send a suggestion. # Release Of Liability for All SMF&More Events ***MEMBER LIABILITY WAIVER AGREEMENT IS AS FOLLOWS:*** In consideration of being allowed to participate as a member or guest of 'Senior Movies Fans and More Meetup', "You", the member, and guest(s), if applicable, personally assume all risks in connection with said meetup, for any harm, injury, illness or damage that may befall you while participating in said meetup and/or related activities, whether foreseen or unforeseen. Further, by responding RSVP = YES to an event, "You", the member, and guest(s), if applicable, agree to hold harmless the organizer(s), host(s),for any liability including any injury or loss to person and/or property that may occur as a result of your participation in an event and/or event related activity. Such event related activities may include, but not be limited to, traveling to and from an event, participating in a carpool to and from an event, or other related activity. "You" further agree to hold harmless the organizer(s) and host(s) from any claim or lawsuit by you, anyone claiming to act on your behalf, your family, estate, heirs or anyone designated, arising directly or indirectly out of participating in 'Senior Movie Fans and More Meetup' and/or related activities. Venues, management, staff etc are to handle any problems at a public location and Organizer/s Hosts/s remain free of liability for any occurrence at any location. I agree that I am in good health and am able to safely participate in any activity I may attend. I agree to check with my physician if there is any question about my ability to safely participate in events I choose to attend. This waiver is in effect at all times for all participants in 'Senior Movie Fans and More'. **Also as a member I must provide proof of Covid vaccinations, as this is a requirment established by our current members to help keep us safe and healthly. Proof must be send by email/message prior to being accepted as a member.** I understand that the terms of this liability waiver agreement herein are contractual and not a mere recital, and that by participating in meetup related activities I have acted of my own free will. Further I understand and agree that, in the event one or more of the provisions of this agreement, for any reason, is held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid or unenforceable in any respect, such invalidity, illegality or unenforceability shall not effect any other provision hereof. Welcome! Thank you for your interest in the new "Senior Movie Fans and More Meetup Group"! We have been having a wonderful time seeing and discussing contemporary movies, sharing meals, happy hours, hikes, walks, parties and other select activities/adventures with new friends.  Events are usually located proximate to the cities of Ventura, Ojai, Oxnard, Camarillo, and Carpinteria. Please join us if you are a senior-ish (59+) person who enjoys such events and meeting new people. You may invite a friend to join you at an event. This is a group for anyone interested in having a good time enjoying movies, dinners, walks, hikes, camping, kayaking, etc. All skill levels are welcome. I am starting this group to keep our existing friends together and also to meet others with the same enthusiasm. Looking forward to enjoying and exploring more fun activities with everybody.  Members may also offer ideas for movies, dining venues and other fun activities.  Events are held during various times of the day (mornings, afternoons, evenings) and on varied days of the week.  Hope to see you soon!  Dues/contributions are required for this group. I send out requests for contributions twice yearly to help with the cost of running our meetup group, which is appreciated when the members help assist with this cost. Contributions for special event costs will be sent out through Meetup.com as an email to members.  As a member, or guest, if applicable, you agree to read and abide by the terms of our member liability waiver agreement found under the heading "More" and then "Pages" tab of the Member page prior to attending any event. In order to review the tabs of the Member page and notifications you must use a desktop computer.  Current identifiable profile photo is required to join this meetup.  All participants including guests at events must agree to the member liability waiver agreement.  Participants should carry appropriate current identification and emergency contact information on their person when attending events.  The Organizer reserves the right to remove member(s) from this meetup for any reason at any time.  As a member you elect the degree to which you receive emails regarding events and your communication with other members, go to the group profile photo icon; Settings; Email notifications and then check boxes on what you wish to recieve. Please periodically review event details/descriptions you plan to attend as sometimes there are changes in the movie time and location updates.

This is for intended for people in their 20’s and early thirties. Come to socialize and make new friends. I personally enjoy going to the beach, hiking, and adventuring. So that’ll likely be what the events revolve around but I’m also open to suggestions.

We’re just a group of people who love to enjoy the outdoors. We do consistent volleyball/beach hangout activities, as well as; occasional happy hour events, nights out with friends, and participate in all the Ventura activities, such as the winter wine walk and Ventura beer festival. Our goal is to have at least two events per month. If you like to have fun and are looking to meet great people, join our group. Can’t wait to meet everyone. #coastalvibes

are you a chill person? are you adventurous, love going for hikes, painting, drawing, grabbing coffee, music, meeting new people, and trying new things? whatever it is that you're looking for this grou has what you need. Chill hangouts are exactly what it sounds like. like-minded and chill individuals who like to do things, meet new people, and live a life of excitement. so if that's you come chill! we want this for Ventura. PLEASE READ * these events are not dating events FYI so if your sole purpose is to try abd seduce that is not going to fly * I created this group to be a safe space for people to chill and as such if anyone is making others uncomfortable, any harrassment and not being chill etc will be immediately removee and if needed will be reported this is a safe place to make each other comfortable and happy. lets keep that vibe going.

If you are new to the Ventura County area or have lived here forever and just need to expand your circle of LGBTQ+ friends, join us! This is an inclusive group for singles, couples, other pairings, and families of all ages interested in meeting other LGBTQ+ folks, making new friends, or just checking out some fun activities. Queer folks from Santa Barbara County, Los Angeles County, or surrounding counties are also welcome to join! If you would like to be an event organizer, please message me (AJ) and let me know. Hope to meet you soon! Here is an article you might want to read before attending our events. We are non-binary-, gender fluid-, genderqueer-, and trans-friendly, so please be prepared to respect all of our members if you attend our events. TERF Wars: Why trans-exclusionary radical feminists have no place in feminism (Breaking down the truths and fallacies of what TERFs believe.) https://www.dailydot.com/irl/terf-meaning/ Please note: You will attend all events and activities at your own risk. None of the organizers can be held responsible for any injuries, damages, or any other occurrences that might happen at an event. Please read these guidelines before attending in-person or online activities. If something is not clear, message AJ with any questions. The main goals of creating these group guidelines are to maintain a safe space where people feel comfortable and welcome and to hold a queer space where we can just be social or have constructive, educational, community-building conversations. 1.      Keep it light and social. This is just a social group and not a therapy group. If you are in search of a therapy group, contact the Diversity Collective for recommendations. 2.      No means no. If someone does not want to share or participate in an activity, do not push them or repeatedly ask questions. Everyone has the right to pass during an activity or can let the event organizer know they would like to pass beforehand. 3.      Celebrate the right to self-determine names, genders, and pronouns. Do not ask personal questions about current or past identities. 4.      Do not out anyone about anything. If you know personal information about someone, do not talk about it without their permission or if they have not introduced the information into the conversation. 5.      We will not tolerate intentional deadnaming, misgendering, ableism, racism, sexism, sizism, transphobia, homophobia, biphobia, or any other bigotry. When unintentional or misguided incidents occur, let’s be sure to be kind, specific, and helpful as we call the person in rather than calling them out. 6.      When political discussions take place, keep communication open and positive. Avoid name-calling, making it personal, or attacking other members. 7.      Respect your boundaries. If you are not comfortable with the conversation in an online group or with behaviors at an in-person group, speak up or let the event host know so that they can manage the situation. 8.      Allies may attend activities with a queer chaperone. 9.      Please do not post photos from events without permission from the folks in the photos. 10.   We do not charge membership dues for this group. Donations to help cover the costs of the group are welcome, but they are not required.

This meetup group will explore the Gold Coast (Ventura, Oxnard, Port Hueneme, Camarillo, Santa Paula and other nearby locales) wine-tasting rooms, craft breweries, restaurants with a wide drinking selection, and fun events while making new friends. Are you looking to discover new wines, and craft beer among other things? Want to attend fun art, wine, beer, music, and food festivals with friends? Then this is the group for you. As space can sometimes be limited please only RSVP if you are serious about attending or update as soon as possible. No shows = no fun! Thanks and looking forward to meeting you in person!

 The Ventura County Real Estate Investors Association (“VCREIA”) is one of the oldest and largest investor group in Southern California. We are also affiliated with the Los Angeles Real Estate Investors Club and its county chapters (Orange, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties, as well as nine Meetup groups). Our mission is to provide: (1) education, (2) networking, and (3) mentoring to real estate investors throughout Ventura County. We meet on the 2nd Wednesday of every month at the beautiful River Ridge Country Club, in Oxnard, California. We start at 6:30 pm for our unique *Vendor Expo* (in our exhibition area). Our general meeting runs from 7:30 to 9:30 pm. We proudly present the finest national and international speakers for in-depth real estate education. Learn from our great speakers and network with local investors. For beginner investors that need special help getting started, we offer our super-duper world-famous *Mentoring Program and Boot Camps*. For our experienced investors, we have our special *Gold Membership* with their own private meetings and advanced seminars. In 2018, founder Monique Dollonne moved to Alabama. Fellow investor and author Lloyd Segal assumed leadership of VCREIA. In his role as President, Lloyd and his team have been busy expanding VCREIA events and programs for members and real estate investors. Among our many activities and benefits: 1. ***Monthly Meetings***. We conduct our General Meetings (free) on the second Wednesday of every month, 7:30 to 9:30 pm. (During the pandemic our meetings will be virtual and on Thursday nights for the convenience of our speakers.)  2. ***Vendor Expos***. We conduct monthly Vendor Expos (free), before our general meetings, where you can “*meet and greet*” with local real estate professional and service providers eager to work with you on your next project. 3. ***VCREIA University***. We conduct monthly workshops, classes, seminars, and boot camps on various real estate subjects.  4. ***Gold Membership****.* Our exclusive Gold Membership is for experienced investors looking for special VIP experiences and private events. 5. ***Mentoring Program***. We have the best *Private Mentoring Program* in the Western Hemisphere! For those of you new to real estate investing and need help getting started, our mentoring is for you.   6. ***Loan Center***. Our Loan Center (free) has over 100 lenders eager to finance your next deal (purchase or refinance). These lenders will actually compete for your business. Think of our Loan Center as the “*Lending Tree for Investors*.” 7. ***Wholesale Deals***. Every Friday we email you our “*Wholesale Deals”* with properties available for you to buy. The list is free to members (with Gold Members receiving first priority).  8. ***“Rubbing Elbows” Podcast***. We host a weekly podcast called “*Rubbing Elbows*” (Thursdays at 2:30 pm and streaming thereafter), with the latest local real estate news, starring our very own Chuck Dorfman and Lior Yehuda.  9. ***Economic Updates***. Lloyd’s award-winning “*Economic Update”* newsletter (free) with the latest real estate news comes out every Monday morning to help you start the week. 10. ***Basic Training Boot Camp***. It all starts with our quarterly Real Estate Basic Training Boot Camp, where we teach you the fundamentals of real estate investing. Don’t miss it! As you can see there is something for everyone, regardless of whether you’re a beginner or experienced investor.  We have lots going on. Best of all, there are no membership fees and most of our activities are FREE. But you need to RSVP at [www.VCRealEstateInvestors.com](http://www.vcrealestateinvestors.com/). If you have any other questions or comments, please feel free to contact us at 805-710-2931. We’re always here to help you…

Meet other women surfers during our weekly surfs! This is a social group as much as it is a surf group. Join us surfing, at happy hour, or brunch! While this is an all-levels group, we can't provide the instruction necessary for people who are completely new to surfing. We want everyone to love surfing and we've found that it is best for new surfers to take some lessons with a qualified instructor before joining our social surfs!