Consulting Groups Los Angeles

PMA LA - Product & Design Happy Hour

Hello PMA.LA Community! After a summer break, our team is back, and we’re looking forward to bringing the community together again. On **Tuesday, September 22**, we’re bringing LA’s Product and Design communities together at **33 Taps in Culver City** for an evening of good conversations and new connections. Keeping it casual: * No panels. * No slides. * No pressure. Just Product Managers, Designers, and fellow builders connecting over drinks and talking about the work, challenges, ideas, and opportunities shaping what we build. Whether you’re launching something new, improving an existing experience, growing your team, exploring your next move, or simply looking to meet more people across LA’s Product and Design community, you’re welcome here. **Come ready to:** • Meet people across Product and Design • Swap stories, challenges, and lessons learned • Connect with potential collaborators, hiring managers, and future teammates • Build stronger relationships across LA’s product ecosystem If you’re able, please support the venue with a drink or food purchase during the event. **Parking** Metered street parking is available, though limited. Nearby structures include: • 3846 Cardiff Ave • 3844 Watseka Ave • 9770 Culver Blvd **Stay in the loop** Join the PMA.LA mailing list for upcoming events, learning opportunities, and ways to get involved with the community.

Pasadena jazz concert

Free Pasadena jazz concert at 7:00 pm; We will meet early to get something to drink or eat then get some seats as a group;

Vibe Coding Workshop with Women In Big Data SoCal

Ever wondered what it would be like to **build and launch your own app — without being a traditional software developer?** Join **Women in Big Data SoCal** for a hands-on, beginner-friendly workshop where we’ll explore **vibe coding with Lovable** and turn an idea into a working app. **What You'll Learn** In this interactive workshop, you’ll get an introduction to: * **Vibe coding** and how AI can help you build software * Using **Lovable** to turn an idea into a functional app * How to think about your app concept, user experience, and features * Going from an idea to a working prototype * Tips and lessons learned from actually building and launching with AI No prior coding or app-development experience is required. **Come with an idea, curiosity, or simply a willingness to experiment!** The workshop will be led by **Christina Karaba**, founder of **yourcore**, a self-discovery-through-style app that she built using vibe coding with Lovable. Christina will share her experience going from idea to building a real product with AI-powered tools and show us what’s possible when you’re willing to experiment and build. **Event Details** 📅 **Date:** Thursday, September 24, 2026 🕕 **Time:** 7:00 PM 📍 **Location:** Sorry Not Sorry – 11520 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles 90064 Bring your laptop and your curiosity — we’ll learn by building! We’ll be reserving a space in the back patio, and as always, each guest will be responsible for their own tab. \-\-\-\-\-\- Follow us on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14309306/) to get the latest updates on our events. \-\-\-\-\-\- **Photo Release Notice:** By attending this event, you consent to photographs being taken and used in Women In Big Data's promotional materials. Please inform organizers upon arrival if you prefer not to be photographed.

Smerconish Mingle Meetup

If you feel politically stuck in the middle between clowns to the left and jokers to the right, you’ve found the perfect Meetup group to join! Inspired by Michael Smerconish’s The Mingle Project, we meet to discuss hot topics and news events and welcome people with different points of view. If you’re an independent thinker and want to join a conversation with people of diverse views, then you’ve found the right place.

Pasadena Tech Happy Hour

**Join us on the 3rd Thursday of every month for an evening of networking and community building in the heart of Pasadena.** We're fostering a vibrant tech ecosystem that's accessible to everyone, regardless of background or experience. **Here's what you can expect:** * **Connect with fellow tech professionals:** Meet entrepreneurs, investors, designers, developers, and more. * **Showcase your talent:** Whether you're seeking funding, looking for collaborators, or simply want to connect with like-minded individuals, this is the place to be. * **Access valuable resources:** Discover opportunities, learn about local events, and find support for your tech endeavors. **Part of a Larger Community** The Pasadena Tech Happy Hour is part of Innovate Pasadena, a thriving Los Angeles tech community dedicated to learning, networking, and achieving shared goals. **What to Bring:** * **Business cards or a LinkedIn profile** (optional, but highly recommended!) **Come ready to connect, collaborate, and grow within Pasadena's dynamic tech scene.**

French Conversational Class

French Conversation in Pasadena is a relaxed group for adults who want to become comfortable actually communicating in French — even when they don’t know every word. Our philosophy is very simple: Don’t stop because you don’t know the perfect word. Find another way to say it. Keep talking. Communicate. This is almost the opposite of the traditional language-class mentality where people become afraid to speak until they know exactly how to construct the sentence. Here, we want you to jump in. Use the French you already have. Make mistakes. Describe the word you don’t know. Use another expression. Ask a question. Gesture if you need to. Find your way around the problem and get your point across. That ability is one of the most important skills in actually speaking another language. If you forget the French word for “umbrella,” for example, the conversation doesn’t have to stop. You can say: “The thing you use when it rains…” And suddenly, you’re still communicating in French. That’s what we practice. THIS IS ABOUT COMMUNICATION, NOT PERFECTION You are absolutely allowed to make mistakes. In fact, mistakes are expected. The objective is not to create a perfect sentence in your head before opening your mouth. The objective is to develop the confidence and spontaneity to use whatever French you know at that moment. We work on learning how to think around a missing word instead of freezing because of it. Over time, something important happens: you stop translating every sentence in your head and start finding ways to communicate directly in French. That is where real confidence begins. NOT A TRADITIONAL GRAMMAR CLASS We are not sitting around doing two hours of worksheets or correcting every sentence somebody says. Of course, vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation matter, and we work on them naturally during the class. But communication comes first. A sentence that isn’t grammatically perfect but is understood is far more useful than the perfect sentence you were too afraid to say. WHAT DO WE ACTUALLY DO? The sessions are built around conversation, listening, improvisation, pronunciation, vocabulary, role-playing, games and real-life situations. We might talk about: Travel, food, relationships, work, French culture, movies, everyday life, current topics or simply what happened during your week. We also practice situations such as ordering in a restaurant, shopping at a French market, meeting someone for the first time, asking questions, telling a story, describing something when you don’t know its name, or expressing an opinion. We use conversation games and exercises specifically designed to make you react and speak spontaneously instead of preparing every sentence beforehand. You’ll also learn the French people actually use — everyday expressions, informal vocabulary and phrases that often never appear in traditional textbooks. ALL LEVELS ARE WELCOME You do not need to speak perfect French. You don’t even need to feel “ready.” If you studied French before but freeze as soon as someone starts speaking to you, this group is particularly designed for you. Beginners can learn to communicate with the vocabulary they already have. Intermediate speakers can become much more spontaneous. Advanced speakers can keep practicing and developing natural conversation skills. Everyone participates at their own level. A RELAXED ENVIRONMENT Classes take place inside a French restaurant in Pasadena, in a small and friendly group. The atmosphere is deliberately relaxed. Nobody is being tested. Nobody is expected to perform. Nobody is going to stop you every five seconds because you used the wrong tense. The purpose is to create a place where speaking French becomes normal — and where you slowly lose the fear of making mistakes. The group is led by a native French speaker, born and raised on the French Riviera, with a background in acting and performance. That background influences the class heavily: language is treated as communication, reaction, listening and expression, not simply memorization. 2-hour conversation sessions — $60 per person. If you want to stop worrying about whether your French is perfect and start becoming someone who can actually communicate with it, this is the group. Speak first. Make mistakes. Find another way. Be understood. Keep going. That’s how you become comfortable speaking French.

BrowserStack QA Meetup Los Angeles: Red Teaming for Robust AI

AI is changing everything, and testing it effectively is a huge challenge. Traditional QA methods often fall short when dealing with complex, evolving AI systems. Ensuring reliability and preventing unexpected failures is more critical than ever for QA professionals. This Meetup dives into Red Teaming, a proactive approach to uncover vulnerabilities in AI. You'll gain practical strategies to robustly test AI, identify hidden risks, and build more resilient systems. Reserve your spot today for essential insights. **What Will You Learn** You'll grasp the core principles of Red Teaming applied to AI. You'll learn to identify critical vulnerabilities and edge cases in AI models. You'll develop practical strategies for designing effective AI testing scenarios. You'll understand how to proactively uncover and mitigate AI risks. **Agenda** * 6:00 PM : Open doors * 6:15 PM : Introduction * 6:30 PM : Red Teaming - How to test AI (40 min) * 7:10 PM : Dinner and Networking **Who Should Attend** * QA Engineers * Test Managers * Software Testers * AI/ML QA Specialists * Quality Assurance Leads Reserve your spot to gain an essential edge in AI testing. Seats are limited.

The Networking Social Everyone's Talking About | Sunset Socials

**🎟️ Tickets are required and must be purchased through Eventbrite:** https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-networking-social-everyones-talking-about-sunset-socials-tickets-1999789236439 **Looking for more than another networking event?** So are we. That's why we created **Sunset Socials**. Once a month, we bring together an incredible mix of entrepreneurs, professionals, creatives, business owners, and community-minded people for an evening where meaningful conversations happen naturally. No awkward elevator pitches. No working the room hoping to meet the "right" person. Just an upscale setting, a welcoming atmosphere, and hosts who genuinely enjoy introducing great people to one another. **We have grown to well over 4,500 members on Meetup alone with more on Eventbrite and on social, and an average event size of 150 people or more. All the positive feedback we get each month tells us we are doing something right! Keep in mind, the RSVPS on this page are not related to tickets sold on Eventbrite.** Some guests come to grow their business. Some come to meet new friends. Some are new to Los Angeles. Others simply want to spend an evening surrounded by ambitious, kind, interesting people. Whatever brings you here, you'll be in good company. This month, we'll be gathering at the stunning **Kimpton La Peer** **Hotel** in West Hollywood for an evening of cocktails, conversation, and connections that often continue long after happy hour ends. Come curious. Leave connected. **🎟️ Tickets are required and must be purchased through Eventbrite:** https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-networking-social-everyones-talking-about-sunset-socials-tickets-1999789236439 **🚗 Parking:** 1. **Valet** on site for $25 per car 2. **Meter parking** in surrounding neighborhood 3. **Paid parking lots** off of Melrose Ave, N Robertson Blvd, N La Peer Dr and Santa Monica Blvd

FREE: The Grammy Museum . . . for Smithsonian Day. (other museums too!!!!)

Museum Free Day from the Smithsonian is a nationwide thing. [Smithsonian Day](https://nationaltoday.com/smithsonian-day/) is always September 17th Here is the expected full list: * Japanese American National Museum * The Grammy Museum * LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes * California African American Museum * Autry Museum of the American West * The Wende Museum * USC Pacific Asia Museum * Descanso Gardens * The International Printing Museum in Carson * Museum of Latin American Art in Long Beach * Los Angeles Maritime Museum * Point Fermin Lighthouse Historic Site and Museum * Photo: @sfwineblog * Latino Art Museum in Pomona * Heritage Museum of Orange County * Dr. Willella Howe Waffle House and Medical Museum in Santa Ana * The Santa Ana Fire Museum * Yanks Air Museum in Chino * Laguna Art Museum * Fillmore Historical Museum Some of these museums are normally free. And others may be closer to you. BUT . . . for the moment . . . the plan is The Grammy Museum. . . FOR FREE!!!! On Wed the 17th. What a win. To attend this event #1 **RSVP on this event with the red RSVP button** *AND THEN* #2 **[Fill out the event form](https://forms.gle/FW4aozDwU1ngkqVu6)**[ https://forms.gle/FW4aozDwU1ngkqVu6](https://forms.gle/FW4aozDwU1ngkqVu6) This way you get the reminder as they update the new list with the 2026 info (spoiler alert: ***if you do not fill out the form you will not get accurate or updated event info)(Meetup messages is not reliable or efficient at getting out info. Too many have notifications turned off)*** **Got questions?** **[Click Here](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=273063881)**[ to send a Direct Message to Marc (screen name Oddie)](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=273063881) (be sure to mention the what event you are talking about) NOTICE: For our events we do not discriminate by Age, Gender, Gender Preference, Ethnicity, National Origin, Race, Color, Religion, or even Belly Button Lint. **[CLICK HERE](https://www.meetup.com/ccccc-c/join)**[ To see all our other events and join in on them.](https://www.meetup.com/ccccc-c/join) Art makes for great social fun. Over the course of the year we a bunch of arty events. If you have any suggestions or if you wish to post an event the group or lead an event: **[Click Here](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=273063881)**[ to send a Direct Message to Marc (screen name Oddie)](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=273063881)

Mid-Autumn Moon Celebration @ Huntington Library (San Marino)

Join me for a beautiful evening at **The Huntington's spectacular Chinese Garden (Liu Fang Yuan)** as we celebrate the **Mid-Autumn Moon Festival**, one of the most important traditional festivals in Chinese culture! 🌕🏮 We'll **meet at 6 PM** before heading into the special evening celebration at 6:30 PM. 🌕 What is the Mid-Autumn Festival? The Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as the Moon Festival, is traditionally celebrated on the 15th day of the eighth month of the Chinese lunar calendar, when the moon is believed to be at its fullest and brightest. The festival has a long history dating back more than 2,000 years and is centered around themes of family reunion, togetherness, gratitude, and wishing for happiness and prosperity. One of the most beloved traditions is sharing mooncakes, a round pastry symbolizing completeness and family unity. Families traditionally gather together, admire the full moon, enjoy food and tea, and spend time with loved ones. 🏮 What makes this event special? The Huntington transforms its stunning Chinese Garden into a magical nighttime setting for the celebration. We'll have the opportunity to stroll through the moonlit garden, enjoy the beautiful scenery and atmosphere, and experience the Mid-Autumn Festival in a unique cultural setting. The combination of Chinese architecture, ponds, gardens, lanterns, the evening moon, and the festival atmosphere makes this a particularly beautiful experience—and a great opportunity for photos! 📸🌕 This should be a fun and relaxed evening whether you're familiar with Chinese culture or experiencing the Moon Festival for the first time. 🎟️ Tickets **Everyone is responsible for purchasing their own ticket.** Tickets are expected to be released by The Huntington in early September and may be limited, so please keep an eye on the official event page. Once tickets become available, we'll update the Meetup event with the ticket information. Please do not wait until the last minute if you want to attend. 📍 **Meeting Location** The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens 1151 Oxford Road San Marino, CA 91108 We'll meet at 6 PM and enter together for the 6:30 PM event. Come join me for a unique cultural experience, beautiful gardens, moonlight, lanterns, and a little taste of one of the most celebrated traditions of East Asia! 🌕🏮🥮 Hope to see you there!

Pasadena Verified Hands-On Claude AI Workshop

**✨ Claude Vibe Coding Workshop – Put Claude to Work on Real Tasks** Two hours, zero filler. Learn how to turn Claude into a daily workhorse for your actual job. 🧑‍💻 **Meet your host:** an entrepreneur who vibe coded his way to 4 figures a day. In this session he reveals the secret blueprint behind it. **⚠️ Limited seats.** RSVP here, then complete your registration via the link below to lock in your spot. ### [🚀 REGISTER HERE 🚀](https://aiventurelab.org/product/ClaudeVibeCode?city=Pasadena&groupurlname=the-neighborhood-compost-and-social-club&productId=130001&startgmtdatetime=2026-09-22T22:31:00Z) --- Claude is far more capable than a Q&A box. We'll show you how it actually processes your requests, and how a few simple techniques can dramatically improve the quality of everything it gives you. 🔍 **What You'll Walk Away With:** - Templates and patterns you can reuse for your daily work - Prompting techniques that noticeably improve your results - A personal toolkit of use cases you can apply the next morning 💡 **Real use cases we'll cover:** - Writing and refining PRDs and project plans - Research, decision making, and brainstorming - Breaking down complex problems into clear next steps - Summarizing meetings and long documents in seconds - Drafting stakeholder communications in your own voice ⏱️ **2 hours of hands-on practice.** ✨ Come learn. Come connect. See you there. 🧠 ✨

🇧🇦 A–Z Dining Adventure: B is for Bosnia!