The Arizona Novel Writers Workshop offers friendship and inspiration to those immersed in the writing life and dedicated to furthering their writing careers. We are committed to submitting our chapters for critique on a regular basis and assisting each other to polish our novels and short story collections for publication. Fellow members are able to follow and understand the writer’s novel as it progresses and provide thoughtful and in-depth critiques.   Monthly meetings are held for face-to- …

It is the mission of the Kitchenette Writers' Collective to weave poetry and fiction into the lives of the those living in the Greater Phoenix Metropolitan area by providing community based writing events We believe that all writers, no matter their skill level, no matter their preferred genre, can play a part in the nourishment of Arizona's literary community.

Welcome to the Central Phoenix writing workshop! We are the Earthy writer's group. We come from all ages, skills, and walks of life. Nothing is sacred. We admire what each person brings to the table, and polish it with experience and knowledge of our own. We are not a collection of like minded individuals. We are a community of writers, authors, and friends. Our group is a forum in which you can join fellow writers to discuss creative writing in all it's forms; from short stories to poems to nov …

Welcome to the North Valley Writing Workshop! This group is set up to serve writers in the North East, North Central, and possibly the West Valley, depending on demand. Our group is a forum in which you can join fellow writers to discuss creative writing in all it's forms; from poems to short stories and novels. All skill levels are welcome to join. If you are looking for feedback, editing, or just a place to share your work, this is a good group to join. Our main meetings are the weekly meetups …

Welcome to the East Valley Writing Workshop! This group is set up to serve writers in the Chandler, Mesa, Tempe, and South Scottsdale areas. Our group is a forum in which you can join fellow writers to discuss creative writing in all it's forms; from poems to short stories and novels. All skill levels are welcome to join. If you are looking for editing, critique, or a diverse crowd to inspire you, this is a great place to join. We currently have evening meetings on Wednesdays and Thursdays, as w …

Welcome to the Wild Muse.  Aleah,founder and muse started the fire burning. I am excited to be come your new organizer. Although a dabbler in the arts of poetry, watercolor , dance and  music, Mother Nature calls to me. I welcome all who appreciate the quiet of a night out camping, the babble of a brook, the sparkle of the fire light.  I realize we are all connected to the spirit of nature as well as each other through our outdoor experiences. Please feel free to bring any creations whether it b …

… If you are willing to read the work of other writers, share your comments and suggestions--and have your own writing to share with us, please feel free to ask me anything or tag along for a meeting! You may like what you see.

If you love Cartoons and Animation then come join us.  Our group of artists meet to collaborate on original art at Spread the Weird Animation Studio in the Downtown Phoenix Arts and Cultural District.  The studio has computers loaded with animation software, stop-motion technology, a sound booth, craft room and on-site catering.  We invite artists of all kinds to join in the fun of creating animation because there's something for everyone.  Writers, musicians, voice actors, illustrators, comedia …

To support and connect people involved in the many aspects of the Music business in Arizona, including professional, part-time and aspiring players, writers, singers and marketeers. Music venues, recording and rehearsal facility, producers, distributors and labels are also welcome. Event activities and topics include brainstorming and networking, jam sessions, "How to Market" domestically and Internationally, Recording/Production classes, Guest VIPs, and Member gigs - to name a few. The group al …

This group exists to help people become more proficient with the Apple's Logic studio music software. The focus on the group will be on Electronic dance music but all types of genres will be accepted. This group consists of musicians teaching other fellow musicians tips, tricks and techniques to reduce the anxiety and produce better music! I decided to start this group to help fellow producers along with myself break free of "writer's block" have faster workflow and achieve greater results. Anyo …

Learn how to enter the world of stand up comedy, and how to write, rehearse and perform in front of a live audience. Come on out for this free night and see what all the fun is about! If you like it, sign up for one of our 5 week beginning standup comedy classes.    

Phoenix Screenwriters Assoication (formerly  PSPG) provides networking and educational opportunities for Screenwriters in the Greater Phoenix Area. We have workshops, speakers, socials and writing labs that help to imporve your writing skills and sell scripts. This group is all about screenwriters and promoting screenwriters. We welcome any screenwriter or filmmaker who wants to write and finish projects. Whether you are a Newbie or Professional, you will find our group benefical. Check us out a …

Arizona Worship Musicians is a place for worship leaders, instrumentalists and singers to network, share ideas, launch new praise and worship music, show love for old songs...and, yes, we'll worship together! Most importantly, it's a place to support and encourage one another as we follow our calling in and around the Phoenix area and beyond.   We'll have at least one event per month at a downtown Phoenix location.  Other events may take place among members in different parts of the valley.  Typ …

We, The Mages' Guild are an association for the promotion of social activities related to Role Playing Games of all shapes and sizes. Whether you are a pen and paper adventurer, a war-games expert, or an old TBA master, you will find that The Guild will help you network with more people that share your interests. Members also include science-fiction, fantasy and RPG authors & artists, and part of the purpose of The Guild is to offer assistance to them, both in editing and in acting as a publishi …

Libraries can be so much more than a good home for books -- they can be cultural centers, learning locations, sites for viewing and appreciating art, anchors for parks & green spaces, and so much more. PLUS, they have all those great books! Perhaps you'd like to volunteer to help the library do its job in this era of tight budgets? Maybe you like the idea of "making a difference"? Then there are those friendly folks who just like to, well, get out and meet more friendly folks! We look for …

This group provides a delicious, nurturing, safe space for people who love singing to practice and improve their voice and creative improvisation skills. In the vein of Bobby McFerrin and Rhiannon, we come together to explore our creativity through group song, musical exercises and our willingness to say yes to the joy of singing. Anyone who loves to sing, loves to create, loves to improvise is welcome. Anyone who is terrified of singing in front of others, terrified to share their ideas and e …