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Santa Monica New Tech

Santa Monica, CA

Santa Monica New Tech
Hello, World! Santa Monica New Tech in Los Angeles (USA), and our sister groups in London (UK) and Paris (France), form a community of startup founders, developers, and general technology enthusiasts. [NEW: Click here for your membership and a downloadable resource pack for entrepreneurs!](https://www.buymeacoffee.com/smnt/membership) Our goal is to promote new technologies to the tech-interested public, and our mission is to provide inspiration and networking opportunities to those who want to find their passion, pursue what they love, and fulfill their potential! Founded in 2012, our groups are now over 37,000 members strong; we have approximately 15,000 members in Los Angeles, 5,000 members in Paris, and 17,000 members in London. We’ve hosted hundreds of pitch demo events in the United States, the United Kingdom, and France, and our group has been mentioned in news articles, books, and on TV – we’ve even been invited to The White House in Washington, DC! Some of our members have created – or are in the midst of creating - startups and successful companies, while others have found jobs, friends, partners, and inspiration over the years. If you would like to post an announcement or sponsor an event, please contact the SMNT Organizer about sponsorship opportunities. If you would like to become a member simply join one of our groups and attend one of our weekly meetings – we look forward to meeting you! **SPONSORSHIPS AND EVENT POSTINGS:** We are accepting sponsors and presenters! Contact the Organizers to learn more.   **SISTER GROUPS:** We have two sister groups in case you are in Europe/UK and want to connect with the local tech scene: *London*: [https://www.meetup.com/London-New-Tech/](https://www.meetup.com/London-New-Tech/) *Paris*: [https://www.meetup.com/Paris-New-Tech/](https://www.meetup.com/Paris-New-Tech/)   **SOCIAL MEDIA:** Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/SMNewTech](https://www.facebook.com/SMNewTech) Twitter: [https://twitter.com/SMNewTech](https://twitter.com/SMNewTech) Website and Blog: [http://smnewtech.com/](http://smnewtech.com/) YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/user/SantaMonicaNewTech](https://www.youtube.com/user/SantaMonicaNewTech)   **OPEN COFFEE CLUB:** Here is a short video of pre-Covid Open Coffee Club meetings - every Sunday from 10:00AM-12:00PM: [https://youtu.be/f42n5a92zy0](https://youtu.be/f42n5a92zy0) **PITCH DEMO EVENTS:** Watch a video about our pre-COVID Pitch Demo Events: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jPivhqkXTaw&feature=youtu.be](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jPivhqkXTaw&feature=youtu.be) **PITCH TEMPLATES:** 5/5/5 Format: Five slides, five minutes presentation, five minutes Q&A. PowerPitch Template: [Link](https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1qb-iYMVzfLwo1mKgwJp4wQxQ2S5WKEPf/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=116149721787811881901&rtpof=true&sd=true) Completed PowerPitch Example: [Link](https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1Gd9PS1dE6-FXZPRuNHdLu7RKo_tHryDK/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=116149721787811881901&rtpof=true&sd=true)
14495 members · Public

Finding Female Friends >50® | Los Angeles

Los Angeles, CA

Finding Female Friends >50® | Los Angeles
**To find events—both online and in-person—go to our website [https://www.finding-female-friends-50.com/about](https://www.finding-female-friends-50.com/about)** FFF>50 is an all-volunteer community where women >50 come to connect, make friends, and share their passions and expertise. Please, become a member and *use us*. As soon as you join, you are able to attend, create and host events (no size too small or too big). This is our Los Angeles chapter. It's for finding, attending, and hosting **in-person** events. If you want to attend and create online **events**, you'll *also* need to join our National chapter. You can find all our locations on our website: [https://www.FFF50.org](https://www.fff50.org/) Once you become a member, just use one or both of the links below to become a host. If you want help doing that (whether brainstorming ideas, or using the MU event creation page, or anything else) just reach out to me, Dale, at dale@FFF50.org ➤IN-PERSON HOSTING FORM [https://forms.gle/7wduJQWHTC4FryaU6](https://forms.gle/7wduJQWHTC4FryaU6) ➤VIRTUAL HOSTING FORM [https://forms.gle/bvvcKvR1Eysc5WeJ9](https://forms.gle/bvvcKvR1Eysc5WeJ9) If you're a member of any of our local chapters, I have a great way for you to meet other members who live nearby. I call them 6@6, meaning 6 members at 6:00—or 10@1, 8@12:00, etc. You just fill out the form below, and I will post your get-together for you. Nothing could be easier! ➤6@6 FORM  [https://forms.gle/XtDoVeZXV5L8TXiw9](https://forms.gle/XtDoVeZXV5L8TXiw9)
1123 members · Public

Friends of Jazz at UCLA

Los Angeles, CA

Friends of Jazz at UCLA

Friends of Jazz at UCLA is a community for anyone interested in learning about and supporting  Jazz performances and jazz education in  Southern California.

Friends of Jazz at UCLA provides support and other resources to advance the study of jazz at UCLA. The organization’s core objectives include: Supporting the growing needs of the UCLA Jazz Studies program with respect to student support, workshops, lectures, and master classes; Producing musical events to benefit jazz studies; Supporting the ongoing development of the Kenny Burrell Archive of African American Music; Supporting outreach to secondary school students to raise awareness of jazz; Improving knowledge of UCLA and its extraordinary educational resources including its Jazz Studies Program; Providing more positive exposure and public awareness of jazz.

Members can expect to be informed of and invited to participate in a multitude of Jazz performances and related events occurring throughout Southern California.

We invite you to support the future of Jazz by joining Friends of Jazz at UCLA. Your financial contribution will help with our continuing mission: Contribute to Friends of Jazz at UCLA

637 members · Public

SFV Russian Speaking Friends

Sherman Oaks, CA

SFV Russian Speaking Friends
**Dear Friends!** Thank you for joining our group. The goal of this group is to bring together Russian-speaking friends living locally in SFV and surrounding areas, who love to stay active, socialize, and make lasting friendships. We intend to participate in a variety of activities, including, but not limited to: happy hours, nightlife, singles events, holiday and birthday celebrations, wine tastings, fine dining, concerts, live music, shows, hiking, volleyball, or any other activities our members suggest! We welcome all suggestions. **Please note:** All new members must be approved. Kindly post a recent picture of yourself. This helps us recognize you in person at upcoming events! Even though the group is centered around Russian-speaking members, **everyone is welcome**—whether you speak Russian or not. Our activities focus on bringing people together and having fun, so don't hesitate to join, even if you're just learning the language or don’t speak it at all. Please be polite and courteous to each other. В группе приветствуется доброжелательность и отзывчивость! Мы воздерживаемся от обсуждения политики, национальностей и религиозных вопросов. Относитесь друг к другу с уважением. **DISCLAIMER:** Participation in group activities is at your own risk. The organizers are not responsible for any accidents, injuries, or loss that may occur during events. Please exercise caution and personal responsibility at all times.
513 members · Private