I started this swap when, for the second year in a row my son asks "What are we going to do with all this extra lettuce!!" which then sets me off around town dropping bags of it to friends, babysitters, etc. I thought there's got to be a better way to do this. I was always looking for a way to connect with the community and exchange my extras so I decided to start one before my son beat me to it! I am a mother of two young children that has been working at trying to live more sustainably, and pa …

The Arroyo Guerrilla Garden meets to tranform neglected urban spaces in Northeast Los Angeles - Pasadena, Eagle Rock, Highland Park and Altadena.

… You do not have to have a garden to participate, this is about a mindset of living sustainable lifestyle and building a supportive community around you.    This group is not limited to Long Beach, but you should be able to come to meetups periodically. To learn more about the group please read "About Edible Gardening and Sustainable Living Group" section listed under "Pages" below the group name. Among our past activities and topics Seed Exchange, Introduction to Permaculture,  visit to CalEar …

I have always been in love with Bonsai trees. After recently purchasing my first Chinese Elm Bonsai tree, i was shocked to discover that there weren't any Bonsai meetups around my area! So as a way for experts to share their Bonsai knowledge, and newbies to learn from another, i decided to put this meetup together. The purpose of this meetup is to provide tips and tricks all around. Note that this isn't your average meetup, there are no "presentations" or "lead speakers". Please bring your bonsa …

Join us for a unique opportunity to learn about cob in an urban setting. During these meetings, participants will build a cob oven and cob seating area in the backyard of our hosts' private residence. Oven construction, basic cob mixing and building techniques, niches and sculptural elements will be taught. Theory topics include foundations, roofing, and the logistics of acquiring project materials in the city. Participants will have enough knowledge to take on their own backyard project.

The Hollywood/Beverly Hills Backyard Poultry Meetup Group is for people who have small backyard flocks of chickens. You just might be surprised at how many people living in your neighborhood have pet chickens! There is nothing quite like walking outside in the morning to gather fresh organic eggs for your breakfast! We welcome everyone that has a small backyard flock of chickens, and those that are interested in getting started raising a small backyard flock of chickens. We get together once …

… For those of you with edible gardens, I've just added a handy planting guide calendar to the photo album (click on "Photos" at left). One of our members just posted some cute pics of her chicken coop, veggie bed and her soil recipe. I've heard from Laurent Gabrielli of Health and Lejeune (organic produce) in LA. He's given me an Excel spreadsheet of all his prices and minimum amounts for purchase, and will deliver to any location we designate. To view prices, click here: http://public.sheet.zoho …

 A cooperative grocery store created and owned by the vibrant community it serves--This is the Arroyo Food Co-op, an alternative grocery store that will serve L.A.'s northeast: Altadena, Pasadena and beyond. A LOCAL RESPONSE TO GLOBAL CHALLENGES Combining the regional flavors of a farmer's market, the warmth of an old-fashioned corner store and the convenience of a supermarket. YOU have a voice here, and a place to join together with other, like-minded neighbors to envision, build and sh …

Wine & Food Travel (WAFT) celebrates local and sustainable artisans, growers and businesses. It's for people who enjoy eating, drinking and traveling. It's also a way to get a cultural culinary experience and take a break from the urban hustle and bustle of city life. We're not really foodies, but rather fresh food lovers. Meet farmers in the field and feel, touch and experience the luxury of simple and healthy living. Enjoy a breathtaking garden tour at your local farms and reconnect with your …

The Collaborative Eagle Rock Beautiful is a non-profit, all volunteer organization dedicated to beautifying Eagle Rock and preserving open space. We organize monthly guerrilla gardening events in our area, we organize community street clean-ups, and we maintain the Eagle Rock Canyon Trail.  We host regular plant sales and other events to raise funds to pay off the purchase of the trail.  Join us if want to make a meaningful difference in our natural community and work get to know more of your ne …

Root Simple is about back to basics, DIY living, encompassing homegrown vegetables, chickens, herbs, hooch, bicycles, cultural alchemy, and common sense. We're always learning, figuring stuff out, taking advantage of the enormous smarts of our friends and our on-line community, and trying to give some of that back in turn. Root Simple is a gathering place for everyone. We'll post our speaking engagements, book signings classes and other happenings of interest to the readers of our blog.

Survival, Preparedness, and Sustainable Living Organization. I lived through the Pinochet Chilean coup d'etat and the Shining Path terrorist years in Peru. So I know what's like to not have water, electricity or food for days. This group is design to help people be prepared for anything mother nature can through at us - specially being in earthquake prone California - to economic collapse to starting a new community to a coup d'etat. If you are just starting and need information or guidance, or …

… We believe in a true sense of community and healthy living and that by offering positive products and services we can help to make the world a better place.   

You should join this group if you desire to: - consume less - commune more - create more - live simply - save money Analog Living is a series of lectures and workshops focusing on self-sufficiency and the do-it-yourself spirit. Topics will include off-the-grid living, urban homesteading, sustainability, and cultivating an alternative mindset toward consumerism and our way of life. If you have any suggestions on topics or speakers, please feel free to contact me!    Micah White // Adbu …

Men need a place to explore the interior landscape. Men of ancient times did that interior work in a walled garden. Modern men don't have access to them, but we do have the means to create a community walled garden. The purpose of the group is for men in South East Los Angeles County to explore the interior landscape together. All men who need soul work are encouraged to attend. Most meetings are limited to 6 participants to maintain a sense of intimacy and there is usually a fee per meeting, to …

… Most of our material is couched in terms of gardens and landscapes since this is the sphere where people actively encounter and interact with nature.