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BEA 2008 - Independent Publishers

Independent Publishers - We want to meet you at the BEA. Come learn more about Midpoint Trade Books and what we can do for you. You should bring your book(s), publicity plans, and manuscripts to be evaluated by a member of Midpoint Trade Books team. Independent Publishers from all over the country are welcome to attend! We are really looking

5 miles
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Los Angeles, CA 90015
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Indie Publishers

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Moms Write!

This is a writers group for moms who want support with their writing. As a new mom being accountable to a group motivates me. If you are in the Sunset/Hollywood/ Laurel Canyon area and would like encouragement, support and inspiration from fellow writers this group is for you! Whether you're finishing a project from last year, have a seed of an

9 miles
away in
Los Angeles, CA 90032
37
Writers

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4.75

BLANKSPACES, Co-Workspace Community for Entrepreneurs 

Join BLANKSPACES and Meetup with other professional freelancers & entrepreneurs to network, discuss freelancers' issues, barter, and make new friends! BLANKSPACES is a modern, communal co-workspace in the Miracle Mile District that offers independent business professionals affordable and flexible workspaces in an atmosphere designed to inspire

9 miles
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Los Angeles, CA 90036
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Freelancers

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Comicbook Artists Guild

The Comicbook Artists Guild is a networking, educational, and support group for comic book creators. We organize around local conventions and publish a yearly anthology. This group mainly covers the California chapters, but national events will also be posted from time to time. (search terms: comic book, comic books, graphic novels, writer, arti

11 miles
away in
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
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Comic Book Pioneers (We are CAG)

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4.5

West Los Angeles Writers Meetup

Join our Writers Meetup in West Los Angeles to share work, participate in writing exercises, hear from guest speakers regarding getting published, trade literary ideas, and make friends! Non-fiction, personal essays, short stories. (Please no screenwriters or professional writers). This meet-up is for novice writers interested in gaining

11 miles
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Los Angeles, CA 90066
48
Writers

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4.5

Independent Film and Author Alliance

All indie film producers, Directors, and Writers as well as Book Authors now have a home to showcase your Films and Books to over 300 Consumers weekly. We have a huge back drop movie style setting at or 4000sq foot building in long beach show your exclusive talents and charge a small fee as a member you will recieve the funds from your event and do

12 miles
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Long Beach, CA 90806
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INDEPENDENT MASTERS OF THE ARTS

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Creative Healing Arts Center - Writer's Group!

Please visit http://creativeheali ngartscenter.org/cre ative.html or http://groups.yahoo. com/group/creativear tshealingcenter/ for current information! Welcome to the Creative Healing Arts Center writer's group. The intention for this group is to create a platform that supports people in creating and expressing themselves through the written wo

12 miles
away in
Los Angeles, CA 90041
26
Writers

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4.0

The Artist's Way Meetup -- Redondo Beach

Meet other local readers and followers of The Artist's Way, by Julia Cameron. This is the Artist's Way for busy, but social people. Instead of doing one chapter per week, we will focus on each chapter for one month. Our meetups will be discussions of a few of the writing exercises and additional writing exercises for those interested in work

13 miles
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Redondo Beach, CA 90277
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Artists Way Followers

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The Santa Monica Writers' Meetup Group

Meet other local writers and let creativity bloom! Come to a Writers Meetup to review work, trade literary tips, make friends and have fun! All writers -- and should-be writers -- are welcome!

13 miles
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Santa Monica, CA 90405
77
Writers

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3.0

The Pasadena Fiction Writers Group

Meet other local writers and let creativity bloom! Come to a Writers Meetup to review work, trade literary tips, make friends and have fun! All writers -- and should-be writers -- are welcome!

14 miles
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Pasadena, CA 91101
65
Writers

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4.75

The Long Beach Writers Meetup Group

Whether you are published or simply enjoy writing, come join other local writers in a relaxed atmosphere where we can share our writing, offer critique and industry tips, and have fun honoring our creativity with the written word (fiction, nonfiction, poetry, screenplays etc. - all genres welcome!). This group meets in downtown Long Beach and req

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Long Beach, CA 90802
187
Writers

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4.5

AIA Actor's Studio

Meet others in your local area interested in Acting on all levels. AIA Actor's Studio has served the acting community for over twenty years by creating a platform for dedicated actors to come together to pursue their dreams. The studio offers career coaching, a supportive environment, and one on one opportunities with Industry Professionals. Be a

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Burbank, CA 91506
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Actors and Actresses

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South Bay Writer's Workshop 

Meet other local writers. Exchange notes and feedback on current writing projects like screenplays, books (fiction/non-fiction ) or whatever you may be currently working on or want to work on in the future. Offer and receive support for developing, continuing and completing current writing projects. Network and socialize with like-minded

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Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
3
Writers

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San Gabriel Valley booklovers meetup group

Booklovers and bookwriters who live in the San Gabriel Valley or adjoining areas discuss any favorite books they are reading or are writing or have written.

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Altadena, CA 91001
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book lovers

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Success for Los Angeles Writers

With the Greater Los Angeles Writers [TM] community, your creativity will bloom. With us you can review your work, trade literary tips, make friends and have fun! All writers - professional & aspiring - are welcome. With us you can... > Attend FUN & CREATIVE Monthly Meetings. Enjoy free snacks at our Networking socials. > Increase your visib

20 miles
away in
Encino, CA 91316
134
Writers & friends of writers

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4.75

Fullerton Writers Meetup

Meet other local writers and let creativity bloom! Come to a Writers Meetup to review work, trade literary tips, make friends and have fun! All writers -- and should-be writers -- are welcome!

21 miles
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Fullerton, CA 92831
17
Writers

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4.0

Police Procedurals

Meet other writers of police procedurals, crime fiction, true crime, detective fiction and thrillers. The group leader, Lieutenant Raymond E. Foster, LAPD (ret.), MPA is a veteran of 24 years of law enforcement service with the Los Angeles Police Department. In addition to being the author Police Technology and Leadership: Texas Hold em Style, R

26 miles
away in
San Dimas, CA 91773
18
Writers

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5.0

The Chino Hills Writers Meetup

Meet other local writers and let creativity bloom! Come to a Writers Meetup to review work, trade literary tips, make friends and have fun! All writers -- and should-be writers -- are welcome!

32 miles
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Chino Hills, CA 91709
22
Writers

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4.25

A Not-So Hardcore, Deep and Funny Bookish (Not Book) Club

This group was originally created to bring together individuals who read books for substance and ideas. That was the plan. It was a good plan, but plans change. The new purpose of this group is to bring together individuals who read books for substance and ideas and enjoy talking, listening, and laughing about them. Think the roundtable at the A

32 miles
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Irvine, CA 92604
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Deep and Funny Thinkers

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The Orange County Writers Critique Group

We want to support Orange County writers, as they pursue dreams or occupations, writing fiction and/or nonfiction, through constructive critique in convenient locations throughout Orange County, California.

33 miles
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Irvine, CA 92620
279
Writers

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5.0

The Orange County Fiction Writers Meetup Group

Not an active group at this time. Just holding the name for the time being. Russell

33 miles
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Irvine, CA 92620
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The Orange County Children's & YA Writers Group

Sharing (ideas, portfolios, publishing news, contests, illustrations, networking ideas). This is a great way to help one another attain publishing goals. [This group is part of the The Orange County Writers Meetup Group. Russell Organizer of the TOCWMeetupG]

33 miles
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Irvine, CA 92620
23
Writers

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5.0

Writers Meetups in the Making

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Sammy Simpson

Los Angeles, CA
May 13, 2008

Julia

Corona del Mar, CA
May 9, 2008

Kwan Cabellon

Cypress, CA
May 9, 2008

Anthony

San Pedro, CA
May 8, 2008

tzipporah

Simi Valley, CA
May 8, 2008

Michelle

Westlake Village, CA
May 8, 2008

Michelle

"Hi! My name is Michelle and I am excited about this group. I enjoy reading and don't have the opportunity to read as much as I would like."

Los Angeles, CA
May 8, 2008

Barbara Wim Castrejon

"I write fiction, mainly short stories, and I am looking forward to having a place to exchange ideas."

Simi Valley, CA
May 8, 2008

Charles Alvarez

"I write short stories and screenplays and would like to improve my writing by sharing and exchanging comments"

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Pasadena, CA
May 2, 2008

I pledged

Reseda, CA
May 1, 2008

Maggie Collins


When a new Meetup starts, I pledge:
"I promise to attend the first meeting"
"I'll help organize our meetings"
"I can chip in money toward group expenses"
"I'll spread the word about the Meetup"

Irvine, CA
Apr 27, 2008

I pledged

North Hollywood, CA
Apr 24, 2008

Brian

"You better be there. The last one happened sometime last year and 7 of us invaded Hollywood bars via subway and got crazy. This year we will try the downtown bars. We hope to do the same this year with a larger group.It is my roommate's 21st Birthda"


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Gangsta

Los Angeles, CA
Apr 23, 2008

Alex Nodopaka

Lake Forest, CA
Apr 22, 2008

Alex Nodopaka

"Alex Nodopaka and I are crazy glue joiners."

Christine

Glendale, CA
Apr 21, 2008

Christine

"A writer of screenplays working on my first YA novel and working towards that first sale..."

Steven Brownson

Ladera Ranch, CA
Apr 20, 2008

Steven Brownson

"Good Evening, I'm Steven Brownson, a Capella Doctoral Learner in the Instructional Design for Online learning program. For the past several weeks, I've been worked on the comprehensive exams. My main interests are language acquisition and course "

Beverly

Studio City, CA
Apr 17, 2008

Beverly

"As a a writer and as Certified Massage Therapist, I'm often isolated in my philosophies as well as my social life. I would welcome the opportunity to discover more meetups in the future."

John

Bellflower, CA
Apr 17, 2008

jody
I pledged

Pasadena, CA
Apr 15, 2008

jody


When a new Meetup starts, I pledge:
"I promise to attend the first meeting"
"I'll help organize our meetings"
"I can chip in money toward group expenses"
"I'm happy to bring some food to our meeting"
"I would love to share my expertise"
"I'll spread the word about the Meetup"
Sheryl
I pledged

Chatsworth, CA
Apr 13, 2008

Sheryl


When a new Meetup starts, I pledge:
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"I'll spread the word about the Meetup"
I pledged

Simi Valley, CA
Apr 13, 2008

Sue


When a new Meetup starts, I pledge:
"I promise to attend the first meeting"
"I'll help organize our meetings"
"I'm happy to bring some food to our meeting"
"I'll spread the word about the Meetup"
Laura

Sherman Oaks, CA
Apr 13, 2008

margarita riley

Simi Valley, CA
Apr 12, 2008

margarita riley

""I enjoy reading and writing but I must confess, I AM A LAZY WRITER"---so I really need a group to "kick my butt" into daily writing (and finishing other stuff I have written) and I value what I lwill learn from other writers, too!""

Angie  leo

Glendale, CA
Apr 12, 2008

Angie leo

"Hello John, this a great idea!!! looking forward to meet you."

Diana

San Dimas, CA
Apr 12, 2008

Diana

"I have a "blog" which is really a website where I publish my articles. If you have time to have a read it's at www.savvysinglechristian.com I don't focus on the spiritual aspects, so I'm debating publishing an alternate under a non-spiritual name."

Robert

Los Angeles, CA
Apr 12, 2008

Robert

"I want these local Meetups because I write & consult on scripts."

West Hollywood, CA
Apr 9, 2008

Teresa Trujillo

Fullerton, CA
Apr 8, 2008

Teresa Trujillo

"It is hard to find people who support efforts to improve your writing. Family and friends want to tell you how good your writing is--not what needs to be done to make your writing stronger. The Fullerton Writers Meetup will make you a better writer!"

Jennifer
I pledged

Santa Monica, CA
Apr 4, 2008

Jennifer


When a new Meetup starts, I pledge:
"I promise to attend the first meeting"

Beverly Hills, CA
Mar 31, 2008

J

Los Angeles, CA
Mar 30, 2008

J

"I'm excited to hike with creative people that I can share my ideas with. - J"

daniel

Los Angeles, CA
Mar 30, 2008

daniel

"Hey yall.... Im an inspiring writer, write everyday. Finished two spec scripts, working on a 3rd, finished tv spec script, and working on a book.... I know I know... trust me im focused. Im a MAssage Therapist by day if your interested.... But I"

Lawrence

Los Angeles, CA
Mar 30, 2008

Lawrence

"hi, i'm lawrence. my work is screenwriting, my schooling is nyu film, but my job is internet video distribution. web stuff. i moved out here from washington just in time for the writer's strike. check out my site lawrencewhiteside.com."

Beverly Hills, CA
Mar 30, 2008

sally

"My favorite drink is Manischewitz wine. I'd love to join!"

Los Angeles, CA
Mar 30, 2008

Matthew Levine

Los Angeles, CA
Mar 30, 2008

Matthew Levine

"Hi. I'm a songwriter/producer who is currently collaborating with a successful screenwriter on a script. You can check my work out at matthewlevinemusic.com."

Allison

Los Angeles, CA
Mar 30, 2008

Allison

"Hi, my name is Allison, I'm an aspiring TV writer - my stuff leans toward drama - I like politics and procedurals. "

Doon David Baqi

Los Angeles, CA
Mar 30, 2008

Doon David Baqi

"Hello. I come out of the TV world, am currently a mortgage broker, and have moved on to the fiction writing portion of my brain. I write about things I am familiar with: Art, Being an ex soldier, Afghanistan (born there), Music (also a musician), "

Jessica

Los Angeles, CA
Mar 30, 2008

Carrie

Los Angeles, CA
Mar 30, 2008

Miranda

Los Angeles, CA
Mar 30, 2008

Miranda

"It's time to create a new, eco-friendly system of public transportation for our carsick city!"

jill
I pledged

Los Angeles, CA
Mar 30, 2008

jill

"Hi, i'd love to get practise cold reading plays with people, its so much fun!"


When a new Meetup starts, I pledge:
"I promise to attend the first meeting"
"I'll help organize our meetings"
"I'm happy to bring some food to our meeting"
Christine

Los Angeles, CA
Mar 30, 2008

Christine

"HI! I'm a newbie at screenwriting...so far more ideas than actual writing. Looking forward to meeting other creative types!"

Venice, CA
Mar 30, 2008

Michelle

"Hi. In the past, I've worked in development for feature film and just beginning the writing process. I'd like to meet other writers."

Emeka

Van Nuys, CA
Mar 30, 2008

Emeka

"I just got back from doing research in Nigeria for my first feature. I'm excited, and madly confused, looking for likeminded people to help guide the way."

jng92130

Long Beach, CA
Mar 30, 2008

jng92130

"best part of a day is running through the Torrey Pines park just south of Del Mar, late in the afternoon"

Arlene

Los Angeles, CA
Mar 30, 2008

Mark

Los Angeles, CA
Mar 30, 2008

Matthew Levine

North Hollywood, CA
Mar 30, 2008

Matthew Levine

"Hi. My background is in music but I've put a hold on it to work on my first screenplay which has been nagging for me to write it for about a year. Amazing the similarities between screenwriting and composing! I look forward to meeting all of you."

reynald adolphe
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Los Angeles, CA
Mar 30, 2008

reynald adolphe

"My first language was French but unfortunately I rarely get to speak it now and forgot quite a bit. I'd like to get better at it soon especially since I'll be travelling to France next year."


When a new Meetup starts, I pledge:
"I promise to attend the first meeting"
"I'll spread the word about the Meetup"
Marshele Labovitz

Woodland Hills, CA
Mar 30, 2008

Penny

Los Angeles, CA
Mar 30, 2008

Shannon Kendall

North Hollywood, CA
Mar 30, 2008

Shannon Kendall

"I've been in post-production for the last ten years and I need the exercise. Seriously, we are looking to make our first feature in the next year and a half and your group sounds like so much fun. I'm always looking to meet fun and creative people."

Doug

Los Angeles, CA
Mar 30, 2008

Studio City, CA
Mar 28, 2008

Len

Sherman Oaks, CA
Mar 28, 2008

Joe

Miki

Van Nuys, CA
Mar 28, 2008

Miki

"Hi I am interested in meeting people who are interested/experts in Forensic, Psychoanalysis or Investigating fields."

Nola
I pledged

Santa Monica, CA
Mar 26, 2008

Nola

"I've been a professional journalist and editor for over 10 years, but in recent months, became a freelance writer. Now, I'm looking for other writers to keep me motivated, inspired, and help share ideas!"


When a new Meetup starts, I pledge:
"I can chip in money toward group expenses"
"I'm happy to bring some food to our meeting"
"I'll spread the word about the Meetup"
Dante

Canoga Park, CA
Mar 21, 2008

Dante

"I'm interested in meeting people who share my interests, and discussing lots o' stuff with them. (sorry it's so vague but I'm signed up for more than one group and otherwise it makes no sense)"

Mark Biskeborn

Venice, CA
Mar 20, 2008

Mark Biskeborn

"I've completed one thriller, Mojave Winds...published Nov 2007... check it out: www.markbiskeborn.com Sent out queries April 07, four agents, one editor requested complete manuscript. I've started a second novel and want to workshop it. "

Randy

Los Angeles, CA
Mar 19, 2008

Rhea

Pasadena, CA
Mar 19, 2008

Rhea

"I'm a coffee addict who just moved to Pasadena, who needs an extra nudge to start my day early."

Lisa
I pledged

San Dimas, CA
Mar 18, 2008

Lisa

"I'm looking to meet with people to learn to speak French. I take a community class & learn some vocabulary, but I want to speak & eventually write the language so I can communicate with French speaking Belgian friend in his native language."


When a new Meetup starts, I pledge:
"I promise to attend the first meeting"
CJ

Long Beach, CA
Mar 16, 2008

CJ

"Ready to eat."

Long Beach, CA
Mar 16, 2008

Tom Sippl

Dana Point, CA
Mar 13, 2008

Tom Sippl

"Working on early retirement, becoming a professional writer, moving from So.Cal to Spokane. With wife Janet raised 6 children. Ten year career as Internet Project Manager, now IT Methodologist, followed a 25 year Investment Advisory Services."

Niita Valdyrn
I pledged

Palmdale, CA
Mar 12, 2008

Niita Valdyrn

"Hi, my name is Niita, and I'm 19. Any questions? Feel free to ask. :D"


When a new Meetup starts, I pledge:
"I promise to attend the first meeting"
"I'll help organize our meetings"
"I'm happy to bring some food to our meeting"
"I'll spread the word about the Meetup"
"I will be an active member, and helpful in spreading the word wherever possible."
I pledged

Van Nuys, CA
Mar 12, 2008

Erin


When a new Meetup starts, I pledge:
"I promise to attend the first meeting"
"I'll help organize our meetings"
Karen
I pledged

Santa Monica, CA
Mar 12, 2008

Karen


When a new Meetup starts, I pledge:
"I would love to share my expertise"
I pledged

Chino, CA
Mar 10, 2008

Lili Phillips

"I would like to take my niece to one. She writes the most beautiful poetry and I think she should be able to express it aloud, to an audience. I want her to continue to write to share it amoungest others and grow in her art."


When a new Meetup starts, I pledge:
"I'm happy to bring some food to our meeting"
"I'll spread the word about the Meetup"
Vickie
I pledged

Northridge, CA
Mar 9, 2008

Vickie


When a new Meetup starts, I pledge:
"I promise to attend the first meeting"
"I'll spread the word about the Meetup"
Frances

Van Nuys, CA
Mar 9, 2008

kosei seki

Glendale, CA
Mar 5, 2008

kosei seki

"hi, I'm a japanese film screenplay writer and director."

Gui

Huntington Beach, CA
Mar 5, 2008

Gui

p

Los Angeles, CA
Mar 5, 2008

p

Kirsten
I pledged

Los Angeles, CA
Mar 1, 2008

Kirsten

"Writing meetups are one of the ways I get my writing done, and stay inspired!"


When a new Meetup starts, I pledge:
"I'll help organize our meetings"
"I'll spread the word about the Meetup"
mica

Chatsworth, CA
Feb 26, 2008

Chatsworth, CA
Feb 23, 2008

Greg Paletta

Agoura Hills, CA
Feb 19, 2008

Bret C.

Pomona, CA
Feb 19, 2008

Bret C.

"To Network w/ other Professionals & like minded Performers."

Villa Park, CA
Feb 18, 2008

Erika

Irvine, CA
Feb 15, 2008

North Hollywood, CA
Feb 15, 2008

Lisa

"Hi, there. My mind always goes blank when I'm asked to start cold with describing myself, but here goes: I work as a receptionist for a small company in Glendale, usually take a class or 2 each semester, and see a lot of movies."

Tao

Northridge, CA
Feb 15, 2008

Tao

"I spent a few months study Taoism and I like listen to other people's opinion as well."

Curt Wells

Santa Monica, CA
Feb 15, 2008

Santa Monica, CA
Feb 12, 2008

annie

"I want these local Meetups because I want to write songs. I'm a writer."

Santa Monica, CA
Feb 12, 2008

Mike

"Helo all!"

Gini Graham Scott

Los Angeles, CA
Feb 12, 2008

Gini Graham Scott

"I live down the block (or actually 3 blocks away), so I thought I'd drop in to say hello."

Venice Community

Venice, CA
Feb 12, 2008

Los Angeles, CA
Feb 12, 2008

tanya

"Hey there. I'm a New Yorker looking forward to meeting writers I can learn from."

Maclean

Los Angeles, CA
Feb 12, 2008

Maclean

"Hello, your group looks good"

Peter Kim

North Hollywood, CA
Feb 11, 2008

Sehwa

Los Angeles, CA
Feb 11, 2008

Tarzana, CA
Feb 11, 2008

Nia Chatman

Los Angeles, CA
Feb 11, 2008

North Hollywood, CA
Feb 11, 2008

Ted

"Writer. Ex-scriptreader. Caffeine addict. I'm a freelance copywriter, so I'd love to meet other folks in that area. But I also write novels and screenplays. Looks like three separate groups, eh? I'm up for all of them."

Pete

Santa Monica, CA
Feb 11, 2008

Pete

"hi. just checking in to see what's going on locally. Hope to see you guys on the trails. "

Northridge, CA
Feb 11, 2008

Lynne Street

Lakewood, CA
Feb 8, 2008

Lynne Street

"I have a picture book, and working on second book. Met Jack Canfield last night who said that he would write the forward to my book. I need a group to bounce ideas off of and critique my work to move forward to my goals and to present to Mr. Canfield."

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