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Left leaning politics are a focus. I know that having Chinese food every week may be boring to some people, but here are the reasons why I'm keeping this location: * Free parking * Reasonably priced * Separate checks * A really nice conference room * Great location * More new people from other parts of the city * 10 minutes from Brentwood in the middle of the day. The salads are good, or come and just have tea if you don't want Chinese food. Check out menu at [https://order.pfchangs.com](https://order.pfchangs.com/)\|

Friday Night Board Gaming (formerly Friday Night Dice) is a meetup for everyone who likes board games. And if you’re new to board games, our friendly gamers are happy to teach you how to play. We play basic European board games like Settlers of Catan, Ticket To Ride, etc., and more advanced games like Suburbia, Power Grid, Terraforming Mars, and Railways of the World. Also war games & card games. We bring lots of games, but you’re free to bring your own! We used to game at LASFS (Los Angeles Science Fantasy Society) in Van Nuys. However, as that organization sold its building we have moved to Paper Hero's and Games, a game store in Sherman Oaks, and we continue to meet every Friday late afternoon and evening. We share the gaming space with a large group of Magic the Gathering players but we easily have room for between 10 to 20 board gamers who usually show up for board games. Most of these gamers are regulars who just don't bother to RSVP as this is a store open to all comers and requiring a Yes RSVP is not feasible as we are often joined by store customers who see what we are doing and ask to join in - and we always say YES! (As most gamers do not bother to RSVP, quite often our home page will just show me as the only attendee even though we may have almost 2 dozen gamers at our tables. So, if the home page shows just 1 person attending, pay no attention to that as we may very well have full house of gamers.) So come on down and get your gaming fix this Friday at the friendly and comfortable game store. We have beginners and advanced gamers, so everyone is welcome.

Join us in-person every Friday (12:30-1:30) for a Yang-style Tai Chi group. This is geared for beginners so everyone is welcome, regardless of age, skill or physical ability. This is a donation-only event.

Join us every Friday (11:30-12:30) for a rejuvenating weekly, Qigong group! Dive into the ancient art of Qigong, focusing on movement, mindfulness and breath work to promote wellness and healthy living. This event is perfect for those who are new to Qigong or for those looking to go a little deeper into their practice. Discover the powerful benefits of energy healing through Qigong as your teacher, Skee Goedhart guides you through a relaxing yet energizing session. Whether you're seeking stress relief, improved mobility, breath control, or simply a new hobby, this weekly group is designed to help you kick-start your Qigong journey. Connect with like-minded individuals in a supportive and welcoming environment. No experience necessary – just bring your enthusiasm and an open mind. Let's cultivate inner peace and vitality together! *This is a donation only based event*. Donations are always appreciated but not excepted

During During spring and milder weather this hour is reserved for private party . Feel free to check with me offseason if you don't mind the Heat. Also if there is no group the fee for a private hour is $40. Thanks for your understanding. What makes this workout different? For most players, it is the ability to master net play as well as enhancin g the ground-strokes to create 'all-court' game, coverage, control, balance, finesse, flexibility, ... altogether low-impact (on the joints) effective play. Here is a little information on my background. I have been coaching tennis for well over two decades. When the 'tennis powers that be' decided to turn our graceful, exciting sport into a boring baseline slug fest, tossing out the classic backhand with the bathwater, I resisted and have trained countless players in the traditional fundamentals of tennis which lead to effortless all-court coverage, accuracy, variety, finesse and power... About 50% of our focus over the decades has been on the 'Inner Game' which creates the perfect balance to our workouts. Side benefits for those who follow my guidance are greatly decreased incidence of tennis related injuries. I am a 'player-coach', and have never experienced more than an occasional minor strain that clears up within minutes to hours usually, but always fewer than 48 hours. You can check the >More >Discussions >Message Board for a couple of threads on things like tendonitis plus an excellent find on the importance of good body chemistry called 'Be Healthy Now'. Check this out! Table of contents for the "Who was teaching what where when" upcoming tennis history, in which I am said to be featured in chapter 1 and chapter 4. https://docs.wixstatic.com/ugd/8665ae_77f1c103ab7a40e2a5c0c43dd44198cc.pdf Final draft copies were distributed to tennis officials of the USTA and other tennis governing bodies at the recent US Open by its historian author. New publication date for all to see is April 2020. Anyone that attends my workouts with an open mind, ready to possibly look at their game from a slightly different perspective is usually pleasantly surprised. I think you will be as well! For future reference please contact me directly and early if you are interested in this event. This Meetup has contingencies, for instance it may not happen if the workout that precedes it isn't happening, and it probably will not happen if there is only one confirmation unless we convert it to 'Your private hour. (40$/hour, however, there is a non-meetup member and friend who attends most weeks and this hour is listed on our sister Meetup, thus a very good chance that this will be a group as the maximum is just four, really three because MU includes me in the count.) If you don't have my phone number, you may be in touch with me through Meetup message or email. I only exchange phone numbers via email. Please give me minimum 24 hour notice if you are interested. Skill level is usually 3.5 plus or minus... Thanks for checking!'

**Info for this hike: The Serrania Ridge Trail** can be completed in 1.5 - 2 hours, which makes it a good choice for a moderate / beginner’s hike or weekday adventure. The trail offers beautiful views across the park and is a good workout. Some sections are narrow, steep, and rocky. It's recommended to wear shoes with good grip. Most of our group hikes will be between 4-5 miles long and will last about two hours, but you have an option to make the hike longer. **Our group have experienced hikers and others who would like to hike at a leisurely pace. In order to accommodate everyone, we may have two groups.** **Please know your limitations. You decide! Both may have leaders.** **Doggies with leashes are always welcome.** **Please bring plenty of water and wear hiking boots.** **LOCATION: Serrania Park 20726 Wells Dr., Woodland Hills, CA 91364** **DIRECTIONS**: Take the 101 Freeway to De Soto Ave. Go South. Continue straight onto Serrania Ave. Continue onto Wells Dr. **CHIPPING IN:** Our group has been around for a while. This is a good sign because there must be a good reason that we are going strong. You may not know that it costs to belong to MEETUP. They keep raising the dues. They know that we do not have a choice. If you feel that you would like to share the dues, please feel free to contribute. **It is not mandatory, it is 100% voluntary**. If you have any questions please feel free to call me @ 818-999-1257 or 818-238-7126. **IMPORTANT -** **PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY**: *The Organizers and members in this group are not professional leaders or guides. The function of the organizers or hosts are only to organize the trip. Each person who shows up for an event (and their guest) is responsible for his or her own safety.* *By attending a hike, or any other event organized by the San Fernando Valley Day Hikers Meetup group, you are acknowledging that you and any guests that you bring are aware of the risks, dangers and hazards associated with the activity, and you are releasing the San Fernando Valley Day Hikers Meetup Group and its organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries., Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience.* **Please see Meetup's Terms of Service, especially paragraph 6.2:** [https://www.meetup.com/terms/](https://www.meetup.com/terms/) [Events in Winnetka, CA](https://www.meetup.com/find/us--ca--winnetka/)

In Europe during the Middle Ages Christian women covered their hair. During the 16th and 17th centuries wigs were worn by royalty, and associated with high status and high fashion. In the 60s and 70s the wig enjoyed a revival thanks in part to a large fashionista market. Filmed in New York, Miami, Los Angeles, Canada and Jerusalem, Sheitel traces the historical and spiritual roots of hair covering for married women in Judaism, its evolving interpretations, and its misconceptions. Scenes from Jerusalem reveal how head coverings act as markers of faith and empowerment not only for Jewish, but Christian and Muslim women as well. Additionally, the film offers a rare look into the global wig industry. Sunday, May 17 @ 2:00 p.m. $5 per person Includes Popcorn & Concessions *** \*\*Spring Sale\*\* CBS Film Series T-Shirts For Sale $12 Each - 2 for $20 *** $1 raffle tickets will be on sale for a chance to win a $25 gift card RSVP to cbsfilmseries@gmail.com or (661) 254-2411 21430 Centre Pointe Parkway, Santa Clarita, CA 91350

**To register for this class, please visit our website:** [Upcoming Events – Uber Adventures](https://uberadventures.net/events/) Uber Adventures' **Canyon Leader Course (ACE-L3**) is designed to prepare some for organizing or leading canyons and others to improve skills and expand the number of tools in their toolbox; specifically providing the next level of skills training through technical instruction and experiential practice. While these tools are a vital component for any active canyoneer, they are imperative for anyone leading rookies, kids, family or friends into a canyon. This course provides strategic training for unexpected technical and group management challenges ... when things don't go quite as planned! While this course is designed primarily to meet the needs of recreational canyoneers, it also provides a bridge between the Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) and the Canyon Rescue Course (ACE-L4), and forms the training foundation for those planning to seek ACE certification as a Professional Canyon Guide! (While it is not required you take ACE-L2-L3-L4 Courses in sequence, it is recommended.) In addition, canyon leaders should have a minimum of **Wilderness First Aid (WFA)** training and be able to recognize warning signs, initiate treatment, and decide on urgency of evacuation for common medical conditions. Current WFA certification is a required prerequisite for the Canyon Leader Course. If you do not currently have WFA certification, Uber Adventures has partnered with Survival Med to provide training at a discounted price. Please contact us for more information. **SKILLS covered include:** • Group Gear Choices & Distribution, Pack Management • Strand Isolation and Leapfrogging for speeding things up • Static Courtesy Rappels to make hard-starts easier • Dynamic Courtesy Rappels to make super-hard-starts safer and easier • Lowering Systems for emergencies and speed • Pre-Rigged Rappels and Rigging Kids for Rappel • Static & Dynamic Edge Protection to increase rope life • Direct Top Belays, Handlines and Sequencing • Advanced Belay Techniques & Rappel Friction for Long Rappels • Passing Knots on Ascend and Rappel & Changeovers • Advanced Lock-Off Methods • Converting Static Block to Lowering System for assist or rescue • Isolating In-Field Rope Damage (Core Shot) • Constructing a Swiss Seat for rescue or gear failure • Rappelling on a Munter for emergencies • Advanced Friction Options **PREREQUISITES:** Since this course builds upon the skills and techniques presented in our Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1) AND our Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2), we recommend that you've either taken both courses or have significant relevant personal experience before taking this class (please inquire if you're unsure if this is the correct course for your current skill set). **REQUIRED GEAR:** Harness, Helmet, Rappel Device, Figure 8 for Rigging, Gloves, 5-6 HMS Screwgate Carabiners, 48" Sling or Foot Loop, Personal Safety Tether/Lanyard, Prusik Loop, Mechanical Ascenders, 25' of webbing, 20' Cordelette-optional or Canyon Cordelette-optional (and appropriate shoes and pack). **TUITION:** The **Canyon Leader Course (ACE L3)** is $395 per person and does not include WFA certification. If you require WFA certification, please contact us and we will provide you a discount code to obtain certification through Survival Med. **INSTRUCTOR:** Todd Kolberg

Help to give out bags of food to older adults from 9:30 to 12:30 at our annual Senior Symposium Saturday 05/16. **VOLUNTEERS MUST EMAIL volunteer@onegeneration.org** (RSVPs on Meetup will not be accepted as registration) The event is located at the Encino Farmers Market location 17400 Victory Blvd (between White Oak and Louise). When you email to register as a volunteer you will be sent a map with the meeting space. If you need additional hours you can volunteer hours between 7am and 1pm.

**I've reset this Saturday morning short hike of 4 miles into a 9 mile hike through the Rainforest up to the Nancy Hoover Pohl Overlook on Mulholland Drive. There will be opportunities to leave the hike early. The reason I'm doing this is because the temperatures during the California winter and spring make it ideal for longer hikes and the recent rains we've had have transformed the park into a California paradise. I'll go back to a shorter hike in the late spring. This is a HIKE, be prepared.** **I believe Wilacre Park and Fryman Canyon will be open again after this recent rain so we'll be back at it again. Let's keep our fingers crossed, hoping that we get more rain.** It's time to get outdoors and enjoy a 2 hour hike in Studio City! It doesn't appear that social distancing and masks are required any longer. So, go with whatever makes you most comfortable. I've limited the hike to 100 people and hope it is not in violation of any Covid-19 restrictions. Just kidding. Please keep your RSVP up to date. But if you can't make it, don't worry, I'm not taking attendance. But if you are on the list and are running just a little late (no more 5 minutes, we'll wait for you, if I get the message.) 3453 Fryman Road (corner of Laurel Canyon and Fryman) MEET AT THE KIOSK IN FRONT. It is right at the beginning of the trailhead. There is a free parking lot and parking along Laurel Canyon. People are coming and going so drive carefully and give yourself plenty of time to find a place. Post a message if you are running late. The parking lot has been filling up in the morning. Try arriving 15 minutes early. The first part of the hike is an uphill climb and considered "intermediate". The rest is a gentle uphill slope. There are wide paths and plenty of room for leashed dogs. The TreePeople have opened their bathrooms and there are drinking fountains for humans and dogs. Bring water, sun protection and hiking shoes, or running shoes. The dirt road and trail can be dusty and slipper. Keep that in mind. "Yes" you can trip and or slip. More info about the park: https://mrca.ca.gov/parks/park-listing/wilacre-park/ At this point, don't worry if you sign up and can't make it. We'll leave trailhead, kiosk at 7:00. Our long range goal is to see as many members getting together on a Saturday morning for a little exercise and of, course camaraderie. We visit TreePeople Park. It is a fascinating spot and while we are there we just do a little exploring. There is a short walk in a secluded section of TreePeople Park which is just beautiful and relaxing. New in town? New to the Santa Monica Mountains? New to hiking? This is a good place to begin to immerse yourself into Los Angeles.

Come join us at this fun cleanup and gardening for an upcoming Shine LA Day of Service in celebration of AANPI Heritage Month. Don’t forget to wear your CHEER T-shirt and/or baseball hat if you have one! MEDIA RELEASES: All photos and videos taken during this event may used in different social media to promote CHEER, by participating, you and your guest agrees your photo and video will be used by CHEER with non commercial purpose WAIVER OF LIABILITY: Please read this important disclaimer: The organizer, co-organizers are volunteers and are take no responsibility for any injuries nor accidents that may occur during events. Each person who signs up for CHEER Cleanup event is responsible for his or her own safety and the safety of his or her guests and further agree to release and discharge CHEER, its organizer, co-organizer from and against any and all liabilities arising from your and your guest's participation in the group activities. Please ensure that you are in good health before participating and understand that there is risk involved in your participation.

We are meeting at **El Patron** in Newhall! **(NOT at Patron’s in Valencia)** Join us for our Wednesday class and dance social- the weather is warming up and so are we! The class is $10, and the social is $10. Oscar teaches a beginner-friendly Salsa class from 7pm to 8pm. We’ll be rotating partners during the lesson, so no partner is needed. Then at 8 pm we dance into the night. Enjoy great sounds and a perfect mix of music from DJ Nacho Picante! and Esau. There will be food and drink specials available all night long. We always have a great crowd - 50-60 at least, so come join us! This is a great chance for Jonathan's, Lionel's, Oscar's, Crystal’s, and Lenny's students to all mingle. New dancers and onlookers are always welcome!

**\*\*Event is cross-posted - there will be attendees from other Meetup groups\*\*** *Additional guests under my name include number of members signed up for this event with other Meetup groups (cross-posted event)* Let's welcome new members to the group, as well as catch up with familiar/returning faces! This is intended to be a chill event where we can grab some boba milk tea or ice cream (Baskin Robbins is next door). **We will be hanging out at Bon Bon Tea House (Granada Hills location) from 5-6 PM and head out for a short two mile walk from 6-7 PM, get some steps in.** Looking forward to seeing you all there! **MEETING LOCATION**: We will be meeting outside near the Bon Bon Tea House (Granada Hills location) entrance **PARKING**: Free parking in the large shopping plaza parking lot **PAYMENT**: Order and pay at the counter Event details will be posted here as they become available...

Hi! I feel like it's been a while and we're definitely due for our next meetup. Looking forward to seeing you guys! We'll do another park hang for this one. Bring your kids/SOs, or just yourself. **Other items to bring (optional):** * A blanket to sit on * A favorite book if you'd like to try to read to the kids in Cantonese or just share some materials with the kids. Or a Cantonese language-related toy or game you think the kids (or adults) would enjoy! * A little snack to share with the group No pressure on any of these items. Perfectly fine to just show up as you are as well. **1 RSVP per family** Whether or not you're bringing your fam, please RSVP for just yourself to leave space for others to RSVP (we're capped by Meetup to 10 RSVP guests). **Intentions:** * Create a fun, friendly, and supportive community * Improve each other's Cantonese by providing more opportunities to speak and learn - both for parents and kids * Bond with other Cantonese-speaking parents (or non-Canto parents trying to learn) and share the joys and challenges of trying to raise Cantonese-speaking humans * Normalize Cantonese for our kids by creating a place where other kids also speak Cantonese * Promote Cantonese language and culture, and both surface and serve the Canto-speaking community scattered throughout LA * Share tips and Canto resources **If you can't make this date/time, but are interested in the group, please message me. I'd love to hear from you.**

**More people will attend then showing: This event is cross-posted on 5 other Meetup groups.** **STATS** Difficulty: 5/10, Steep up & down, with some slippery spots Length: 3 miles, 2.25 hours plus breaks Elevation Start: 1492' / Peak: 2769’ Elevation Gain & Loss: 1277’ View: Amazing 360 View of City, Valleys and Mountains Details: This hike has some STEEP and slippery downhill moments but has a bench at the top to relax on. We made a new uphill trail, which is not on any trail map, so this is now a loop. **TRAILHEAD INFO** Plenty of parking on Lone Oak near the end of the road. In consideration of the good neighbors there, Please keep noises and talk at low volume until we get on the trail. Night-hiking in LA is amazing! Trails are practically empty, breeze is cool, & the beautiful city below you offers unlimited full-definition entertainment! We take short rest stops as needed. At the peak/midpoint, we take a nice break to have beer/soda/snacks & look at beautiful scenery. Please RSVP & arrive by 6:55 pm for a 7:00 pm start. Change your RSVP ASAP if you can’t make it to give others a chance to hike. Repeat “No Shows” will get last priority on future hikes. **COMMON-SENSE NOTES** * Please wear proper hiking boots or shoes with deep tread * Wear long pants as this trail is overgrown in some sections * Bring plenty of water to drink * Bring a headlamp for optional use after dark * Fun, yummy snacks are always appreciated * Health advisory: Please stay home if you are not feeling well or have recently been exposed to someone who is sick. * Bring a Cheerful Attitude :-) We hike every Tuesday night & for variety we do other trails that are similar to this one (never boring). We hope to see you! Steven & Keith 213.986.SNOW **VHC INFO. AND DISCLAIMERS** Farzan Rule: We start the hike at the Posted hike time-SHARP! **PLEASE - Know your limits & abilities.** Check weather conditions, dress accordingly & be aware of your surroundings at all times. Watching out for poison oak, snakes, ticks, uneven footing, spectacular views, beautiful fauna all while interacting with awesome (usually) fellow hikers can be extremely hazardous, rewarding & fun. **VHC HIKE RATING SCALE** Rating a hike is subjective, meaning the difficulty of a hike will be in direct relation to how often you hike & the type of hike you prefer. Keep in mind that any hike can have the following: un-even hiking surfaces, various obstructions, water/water crossings or bouldering/rock hopping. A great hike will have all of these! 1 – A long walk 2 – 4 mile hike w/little elevation gain (E.G.) 3 – 5 mile hike w/up to 1000 ft. E.G. 4 – 5+ mile hike w/up to 1500 ft. E.G. (heart rate increases at times) 5 – 7+ mile hike w/over 1500 ft. E.G. (heart rate increasing even more at times) 6 – 7+ mile hike w/over 2000 ft. E.G. (at times you might be trying to remember how to perform CPR) 7 – 5+ mile hike w/over 2000 ft. E.G. (at times you might be muttering expletives to yourself) 8 – 10+ mile hike w/over 3500 ft. E.G. (at times you might be angry with the hike leader) 9 – 10+ mile hike w/over 5000 ft. E.G. (at times you might be thinking of reporting the hike leader to the authorities) 10 – Use your imagination **DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY** **IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY:** I am a volunteer (i.e. not liable for the group). Safety is a priority for everyone in the group. Think of this as hiking with a group of friends. Outdoor sports & other events we plan can be inherently dangerous & accidents may happen. By participating in any posted event, you're taking responsibility for your own safety & well-being. This Meetup Group & its organizers are not trained leaders & we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions. If you choose to sign up for any Meetup events, you are releasing the Meetup Group & it's organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries as stated in paragraph 6.2 of the Meetup “Terms of Service” located on the bottom of the Meetup website. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment & experience.

**CANYON RESCUE COURSE (ACE-L4) by Uber Adventures** **To register for this class, please visit our website:** [Upcoming Events – Uber Adventures](https://uberadventures.net/events/) This course is not only a great time to up your recreational canyoneering skills to an admirable level, but it presents the remaining skills for Certification as a Professional Canyon Guide (ACE-L5) with ACE (Association for Canyoneering Education)! Check out the benefits of ACE certification .. they're pretty dang awesome: http://ACEcanyoneering.com). Train Hard, Plan Well, Be Safe ... but accident's still happen. This Canyon Rescue Course (ACE-L4) by Uber Adventures teaches the skills necessary to perform immediate, in-canyon self-rescues, partner rescues, and how to assist with group emergencies ... all with your groups' normal rack-and-pack (the minimal gear you should carry on your harnesses and in your packs.) Boost your confidence and fill your mental toolbox with skills to handle technical emergencies. This course not only teaches you the skills and methods necessary to execute a variety of rescue procedures, but it provides the impetus for critical thinking through an emergency. How would you help a canyoneer stuck on a rope? How would you help an unconscious canyoneer stuck on a rope? How quickly could you figure out how to convert a static block to a lowering system? Could you haul a rappeller back to the top of a drop by yourself? Have you ever been in a canyon, assessing a fictional problem and felt helpless? Are your responsibilities in a canyoneering event greater because you're the leader/organizer? Would you like to be a more valuable team member? This course is vital for not only canyoneering leaders, but also for conscientious recreational canyoneers who value their own safety and the safety of their party. With the technical skills presented in this course, you could prevent the need for calling in an expensive Search and Rescue team, avoid putting rescuers at risk, avoid spending the night in a canyon, and continue a canyon descent with a non-critically injured teammate. **SKILLS:** • Advanced Friction Options • Knots, Rope Grabs & Progress Capture Methods • Anchors, Rigging & Friction Dynamics for Rescue • Mechanical Advantage and Haul Systems • Converting Static Rigging to Haul or Lower • Assisted Rappel & Tandem Rappel Techniques • Hero Rescue, Balancier Lift • Rappelling on a Tensioned Rope • Guide Ropes, Tag Lines, Belays • Cut-and-Lower Procedures • Special Ascending Techniques for Rescue • Pick-Off Procedures Scenario (X2) • Considerations for musculoskeletal injuries **PREREQUISITES:** Since this course builds upon the skills and techniques presented in our Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1), our Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2), AND our Canyon Leader Course (ACE-L3), we recommend that you've either taken two or three of those courses or have significant relevant personal experience before taking this class (please inquire if you're unsure if this is the correct course for your current skill set). **INSTRUCTION:** UBER Adventures is America’s premier Canyoneering Instruction, Events and Community! We offer a variety of Canyoneering Courses to get the beginner/intermediate Canyoneer up-to-speed in his/her Canyoneering-specific skills; to provide intermediate Canyoneers with the skill set to tackle Advanced canyons; to train Leaders/Organizers the techniques and strategies for technical and group-management challenges; to teach individuals and groups the skills necessary to perform immediate in-canyon self-rescues, partner rescues and to assist with group emergencies; and ultimately to provide the comprehensive training for anyone interested in seeking certification as a Professional Canyon Guide (ACE-L5). **Instructor:** Todd Kolberg **Policies**: [https://uberadventures.net/policies/](https://uberadventures.net/policies/) **Testimonials**: [https://uberadventures.net/testimonials/](https://uberadventures.net/testimonials/)