A place to work, create, and collaborate with other creative minds like yours. We meet every Monday night from 7 to 10 at Earl's Gourmet Grub at 12226 Venice Blvd. Bring drinks and snacks or buy them from Earl's. We'll have ample power outlets and places to sit, plus access to fellow writers, including published authors and working screenwriters. A suggested donation of $5 will get you a card for $5 off your next purchase at Earl's Gourmet Grub, home of the best sandwiches in LA.

There are already plenty of writers' groups, but most of them are geared toward hobbyists rather than toward writers who think big (I know because I used to belong to three of them). If you're a self-published author having difficulty selling or promoting your work, or you're a writer who's frustrated by organizers who've told you what you are and aren't allowed to write, or you'd like to write and self-publish but are intimidated by the process, SPACE is for you. My name is Martin, and I've bee …

The Scriptwriters Network (“SWN”), founded in 1986, is an educational, tax-exempt 501(c) (3) non-profit, volunteer-driven organization created by writers for writers and industry professionals. SWN serves its members by providing educational programming, enhancing awareness of the realities of the business, developing access and opportunity through alliances with industry professionals and furthering the cause and quality of writing for the entertainment industry.

Eve Brandstein has a 30-year history of bringing leading actors, writers, musicians, artists and media professionals together to create exceptional spoken word events. As a major studio & network executive, Norman Lear's casting director & co-producer, a professional director, working writer, perpetual poet & fine artist, Eve launched her Poetry in Motion Literary Salon in 1998, at Helena's in Hollywood. Since then she has presented original work from some of the entertainment industry's most re …

Shut Up and Write! Meetup is a venue for writers to work in the company of other writers on a regular basis. Writing, whether approached as a profession or as an avocation, is an isolating activity. We provide this forum, writing resources and meeting times as a method of developing a community of creative people. We welcome people who are serious about ‘writing down the bones’ and are looking for the companionship of other writers. Meetup Format Making the time to write one hour per week is an …

This is a group for people who play with words. We are theNewerYork Press, a magazine of experimental literature and a group of literary-inclined folk who throw "literary carnivals" and workshops. Our event, "theCarny," is hosted on the West and East side of LA. It is part performance, part open mic, part workshop, and part literary playtime. We invite writers, actors, readers, and anybodies to meet and perform rehearsed pieces from our print magazine, read unheard pieces, play word games, make …

Six Degrees is about networking with other professionals in the Film, TV, and New Media industries.  You could be a director, producer, agent, manager, or writer. Come and join us at events and meet other industry professionals in a fun, casual setting.

We are a group of professionals in publishing who can assist writers, authors, and thinkers develop their book ideas and learn how to self-publish their book or e-book. We can also teach you about working with a traditional publisher. Rick Benzel is an editor and ghostwriter with 35+ years experience in book publishing and corporate writing. He has edited 100s of books, authored 5, and ghostwritten 10 for professors, consultants, and business executives. He was the Senior Editor for the best-sel …

This group consists of filmmakers, writers, artists, actors, musicians, or anyone in the entertainment industry who has a dream and is ready to make that dream a reality. The purpose of this group is to support each other in aligning ourselves with "Spirit", so that we can benefit from the unlimited Power and Presence that is contained within each and every one of us. Through the practice of Spiritual Laws and Principles we consistently attract whatever is necessary for our success as creative …

Hello: Welcome to the new “Culture Pub Social Mixers for Creative Professionals.” We have new leadership and a changed the name, redefining the group. (former group name was "art, music spoken word," etc. ) About Us: The Leadership Team runs ---another--- very large and active meetup called "Culture Pub of LA" in addition to this one that visits art and literary venues around the Los Angeles area. It's almost 3,000 members strong and sponsored by LACMA. If you are not a creative professional ( …

The power of great words both spoken and written provides the foundation for ToastWriters, a weekly Meetup intended for writers who need to be better speakers and speakers who want to move their speeches to the highest level and expand their communications repertoire into all things written. ToastWriters enables members to take their careers to the next level, Literally Speaking! Through the fun structure of a Toastmasters meeting, we deliver prepared speeches, do impromptu exercises, and get f …

Bring works of creative nonfiction, memoir, and true stories.

The LA Film Collective is a group of volunteer filmmakers who produce 3-5 minute short films on an ongoing basis in Los Angeles.  We always need actors, writers, directors, producers, DPs, editors, composers and all other crew positions.  We also need ongoing access to all kinds of resources: locations, props, wardrobe, meal, equipment, etc. as well as mentors for our less experienced members. Our finished projects will qualify for IMDB credits and film festivals and will be showcased here on me …

I use the word experimental in general terms for this group. This is a group for people that are looking to potentially make some connections with filmmakers that share a similar experimental artistic vision. The emphasis is on horror but not limited to that. Anyone that considers themselves somewhat of an unconventional filmmaker in terms of mainstream industry standards. Those who may be influenced by but not limited to; cult films, vhs oddities, b movie horror, experimental (maya deren, stan …

A growing entertainment industry networking group. Established with the focus of fostering a core group of  filmmakers for professional and social purposes. We'll be going to screenings, critiquing films, sharing scripts, meeting up at film-related events and collaborating on productions. Meetup members must display at least a first name which is real.

We are a community that comes together to unite consciousness with creativity. Just about anywhere in L.A. county. Sometimes we write together. Sometimes we do yoga together. Often we do some yoga, pranayama and meditation and then write.

We're a group dedicated to becoming professional screenwriters! REQUIRED READING FOR NEW PEOPLE - Please read the Screenwriting Group Q and A's pdf before attending your first Thursday workshop. It's located in the "MORE" section, in "FILES." See you Thursday at 8pm!

Come join other jazz musicians to play standards and learn from each other in a fully collaborative environment. With this group I aim to expand our knowledge and craftmanship of the great art form we call Jazz. If you like to listen to jazz, you are also welcome to watch the jam sessions, even if you don't play an instrument. Gigging opportunities have opened up for players in the meetup group as well. The mainstay of the group are the regular Jam sessions which are held once a month. Educat …

This is a group for anyone interested in art and especially in local artists. I started this group so that people can come together to view local art, meet local artists, and share coffee and friendship together. Meetup members are welcome to use the network to submit new meetups announcing local art shows and setting times and dates to meetup together and enjoy!

EVERYONE KNOWS SOMEONE - You may need a writer, producer, editor, or the money guy. Meet with others in the Entertainment Industry. To share, brainstorm, develop, join forces, and to create and develop Film and Television projects.

This is a meetup for country musicians to get together and jam some classic and retro country tunes. We're talking, Hank, Buck, Cash, Merle, Lefty, Loretta, Patsy, Ray Price, Willie, Waylon, George Jones, Johnny Horton, Bob Wills, Graham Parsons, Kristofferson, Webb Pierce along with current retro-country bands like BR-549, Mike Stinson, Wayne Hancock, The Derailers, Hank III, Paul Burch, Two Dollar Pistols, Robbie Fulks, Asleep at the Wheel and so on. Any styles we can pull off we'll do. Shuffl …

A workshop designed to cultivate creativity and mindfulness in the process of recovery from grief, trauma, or addiction. We use writing exercises to uncover, discover, and discard old wounds as well as to create positive attitudes, present awareness, and future goals. We also play with fiction and poetry, and use visual arts as inspiration. Group leader has her masters in creative writing.

We meet to share and bare our souls; reverse and release our roles; compare and beware our tolls. We meet to recite and ignite our fire; delight and insight our spire; to house, delouse, to spouse, and douse. We want for you; we want for me; we want for all; we meet for free. Come join our pub; or lurk above; feel free to snub; or share the love. And one final note, on this there is no vote, we come here to play, we come here to say, we come here to share, we come here to bare.  And so it must …

A group for screenwriters serious about making it in the film industry. There are tons of books out there on the subject of screenwriting from a craft point of view. But it takes more than craft to launch a successful career. To stand out from the pack, you have to understand the needs of this dynamically changing business. As a working writer/director I want to spare you years of struggle and give you the knowledge and tools neccesary to launch a successful screenwriting career now.

THE ROOM BEYOND is a safe and comfortable place where you can learn to connect with your loved ones in spirit. Lisa and Ed & Lisa welcome your questions about spirit communication and intuitive development as they dispel common fears, myths and stereotypes associated with the other side. Lisa and Ed will also be hosting small spirit circles and mediumship training classes for all who want to learn more about connecting with spirit. Lisa and Ed are intuitive mediums specializing in mental mediums …

This is a group for lively, intelligent, and creative women interested in writing and/or making art. Envision a free-form club in which you can meet and develop friendships with fantastic people and do something artistic at the same time! Each individual can do their own chosen art form with support, encouragement, and feedback from other creatives in a hassle-free, judgement-free environment, whether it is writing in any form, painting, drawing, etc. The format will be open and flexible, and co …

Los Angeles Headshots is your place for the skinny on everything headshots. Where to look for photographers, how to choose the photographer that is best suited to you, preparing for the shoot, printing your pictures, choosing a font, marketing, branding and everything in between. Los Angeles Headshots is a safe place for new and veteran actors to share information and get feedback. We will be meeting once a month to discuss every element of the headshot journey in a loose and friendly environmen …