Hi, Mark. Welcome.
There isn't a study group in your area, yet. Sorry.
Kevin Doran is an ARMA member living in LA, though, and I'm sure he would love to hear from you. There are also many members scattered about CA, check them out here:
http://www.thearma.org/Practice/partners.htm Good luck. <img src="/forum/images/icons/smile.gif" alt="" />