The idea of this group is to establish a community of writers that can learn from eachother on many different levels.  Whether this is through critique groups, free writing, reading, talking, etc. I hope that this group has something for everyone. This group welcomes writers of all levels.  This is based on the philosophy that we never really stop learning.  No matter your walk of life, we all have some knowledge to barter. Or pilfer, as book bandits do (no stealing or plagerism is insinuated wi …

A Melting Pot of Thoughts, www.ameltingpotofthougths.com, is home to published and aspiring writers who come together to support one another  honing our craft, to remind us of the joy of writing, to promote feedback on our work, to keep our publishing dreams alive, and to make new friends and bond with the old ones. Through this forum, we will also use the "Discussion" page to seek and find answers to our writing questions and needs. While A Melting Pot of Thoughts family holds and shares the sa …

This group has grown beyond my capacity to manage, so we are currently closed to new members.  In order to re-open the group, I need 2 people to join the leadership team.  If you're interested in becoming an assistant organizer, please contact me directly. "A blessing for the writers among us: May all your dead ends be beautiful" - Linford Detweiler We currently have two meetups--one dedicated to script review and feedback and one dedicated to producing short films. Both meetups are open to writ …

Orange County writers connecting with other Orange County writers. We came together after Nanowrimo 2012 to keep that amazing momentum going and to offer help, support and encouragement to each other as we polished those works-in-progress and began new ones.

Calling all Writers! Want to join a fun engaging group and learn how to write blogs and online content?! Do you want to help others and get help with your writing? Do you want to share your fun stories with others? Do you want to have the ability to become a writer for a news site and make money!? If you answered yes, to one or all of these then come to our meet up!

Curious? Casual? Committed? Meet others interested in "The Artist's Way" by Julia Cameron. Network and get support from others who have worked through (or are working through) this amazing book, The ARTIST'S WAY. Use Julia’s process to unblock your creativity. Your life will never be the same! This group is for everyone, because everyone is creative. You were born that way and you can be that way again. If you don't believe it, let us prove you wrong. So...anyone who wants to open up creativity, …

Learn the secrets to using part-time collaboration to achieve full-time results with the spin off meetup of the successful San Diego Comic Con and WonderCon panel with the same name! No matter which industry (comics, illustration, movies, art, graphic and web design, animation, costuming / cosplay, podcasting and many other creative industries), breaking into today's media is a full-time job, even if you have only part-time hours to accomplish it. To accomplish that goal you have to find or form …

This group was created to bring together individuals who read books for substance and ideas. This group is open to artists, musicians, scientists, engineers, and anyone who likes to examine and exchange ideas, respect others' opinions, and is open to learning something from others. We find we get together to discuss what might otherwise be serious topics, but we end up laughing a lot, because it's such a joy to express ourselves and share our ideas...and go off topic now and then. We currently h …

Gone Running is an outlet for other local running clubs in SoCal and also a running club within itself! We try to post as many of the local weekly runs in the area along with a number of our own. If you have questions, please contact one of the organizers and we will be happy to help you out!! And don't forget to always run happy! McKenzi __________________________________________________ "What distinguishes those of us at the starting line from those of us on the couch is that we learn through …

*Please click the "About us..." icon on the left for full details. For people who love to play blues of any kind!!!  This is an affordable, on-going Blues jam. Whether you sing, play guitar, keys, bass, drums, sax, harmonica or whatever, you can build your gigging skills while enjoying the support and friendship of other blues lovers. If this sounds good to you, we'd love to have you join us!  Whether you love traditional blues or blues/rock, blues/country, blues jazz or blues/???, you'll find …

This group is for everyone who enjoys great stand-up comedy, has a good sense of humor, does not take life too seriously and Loves to Laugh! Join us, mix and mingle with local comedians, make new friends and have some good laughs and giggles! WELCOME to the "Just for Laughs "Meetup Group!We are happy to have you on board and look forward to meeting you in the near future!

MDMS5V: Meetup.com/OC-Polyamory: Orange County's Polyamory with Integrity Community Group, since 2010 MJ6AZ9: For those in or visiting America's Southern California's Orange County, we are your community group catering to all levels of & interest in polyamory, from ol' timers to those just curious about the community or if it might be for them. If you're in or around OC and one of the increasing many actively living the poly lifestyle, or just experimenting with it, or want to meet other local …

Meditation is an excellent way to reduce the stress in your life, without the side effects of medication. Whether you are struggling with cancer, high blood pressure, heart disease, fatigue, insomnia, chronic pain, or numerous other health problems that are worsened by stress, you can proactively learn how to reduce the stress in your life through meditation. If you would like to learn about meditation and how it can improve your overall health and well-being, join us for our weekly seminar. Dr. …

I put this group together so we can get a group of artists together that can put on events. All types and skills are welcome! Lets get together and grab a coffee or a juice and start brain storming

All authors and would-be authors gathering to trade ideas and strategies to create quality ebooks. Prose support, editing, video embeds, pics and more bring life to your art.

This is a group who likes to get together and savor the very exciting, artistic and entertaining side of Orange County. Although art and artists based, most events can be enjoyed by everyone. I am starting this group to bring together people who enjoy and can have fun with the finer things in life while not spending a fortune.

Jim formed this group with the intention of giving musicians an opportunity to play in a big band in a studio enviroment. Membership is determined by ability and available postions. Current members will remain on the roster, some as participating players and others as subs when needed. The band will be performing in and around Orange County. We hope you enjoy the studio and the opportunity to play in a recording enviroment as well as performances in local venues! Paul

Come, meet up, and express your faith through ANY kind of art you can imagine! Weather it is painting, music, poetry, acting, dancing, or any other kind of expression of Art, please join us to share and strengthen each others faith creatively!

Scientists, educators, science communicators, scientific skeptics, and Fans of the Genre get together once a month for monthly Science & Suds pub nights and occasional science-theme adventures, such as our Skeptics in the Jeep trips. If you prefer the value of what we know to the false promise of Magic We Wish Were True, then come on down and tip a glass with us.

Meet with a wide variety of new media artists, videographers, digital filmakers, editors, graphics designers, writers, web designers, and theorists. Gather and discuss the information revolution! This group co-meets with the Orange County/LA Media Communications Association. Local website: www.mcai-oc.org National website: www.mca-i.org

Catalyst is an art space. A gallery. A Studio. A classroom. An experience. We've developed this space as a place for creativity, creation and fun. Become part of our community. Join us in learning and development experiences. Let us know what you'd like to see here, in this space, we'd like to make it your space too. This space is for artists and art enthusiasts alike. Let us know what you're missing in the realm of art creation. Knowledge? Space? Materials? Creativity?

Women in late 20s/30s seeking friends close to home for fun evenings after work/away from family. No need to be hob-snob or artsy-fartsy, but I started this group to find other women interested in arts and entertainment (e.g. games, comedy, lit, film, plays, etc.). All members can, and are encouraged, to participate in setting up events. Promote your own cultural flair! Of course you can join if you live outside of Tustin; I'm just trying to centralize most activities to make them easy to attend …

About Singers SHINE: Breakthrough to Your Natural Voice: The SHINE experience is about breaking free of old ideas, limitations and expectations of lack when it comes to singing and sharing your voice. First and foremost, there's an atmosphere of absolute safety and honoring of where you are: Nobody ever gets pushed around, shamed or bullied in a SHINE studio meet-up or day-long workshop. All feelings are welcomed in this singing space and you won't be 'made wrong' for any of them. Because …

If you are a "fan" and only want to attend stand-up comedy, please visit us at: http://comedy.meetup.com/134 This site is dedicated to stand-up comedians. We offer local opportunities for open mics, performances, contests, classes, writer groups, workshops, etc. If you are interested WE FOCUS ON HAVING FUN!