*** We are currently not looking for new writers. But we are accepting names for our waiting list. Spots open up occasionally, so if you are interested, please submit. *** Originally started as a critique group in 2009 it has grown into more than that. We do not believe in writing by committee but we do believe a group of individuals that are dedicated to challenging each other and working collaboratively will produce better fiction than each of us would do on our own. We meet on Thursday nights …

This group offers a forum for writers to learn and exchange practical information they need to get published. Members gather to ask questions and give advice about every stage of the publishing process, from writing a manuscript to querying an agent to negotiating a contract. While there are many groups for writers out there, most focus exclusively on the craft of writing, while failing to address the practical information that publishers really care about and that can make or break a book deal. …

This is a group is for established and published Lesbian Authors and aspiring Lesbian authors with works in progress. All levels of writers are welcome to discuss and critique each others work. Support the writing process and the writer.

We are a creative community center in the heart of Westport in a 19th century carriage house that looks like a little red schoolhouse. We teach creative writing in small groups and have many sections. We also teach screenwriting, writing for children, memoir, songwriting and have a teen program in July. We add classes all the time.  We hold all kinds of community events such as author talks, poetry open-mic and our monthly Storytelling Fridays. Downstairs we have a dedicated writers' room where …

The Stratford Scribes is a group of Fairfield County writers serious about the creation and publication of their craft. The group meets in Stratford, Ct. and owes a philosophical debt to Roberto Calas for both the tone and format of the meetup. We are a group of writers committed to pushing each other to achieve the writing life (and audience) to which we aspire.

Meet other area writers! Find the motivation and camaraderie that you need to keep the words flowing. Review work, trade writing tips, make friends, and have fun. This group is for anyone who writes fiction or wants to write fiction. Come to talk about your writing ideas, share work, and get and give constructive criticism. Open to all fiction genres except children's. We are strictly a fiction group. No non-fiction, poetry, memoir please. We are closed to new members at the moment but if you wo …

Meet with others interested in Writing, Art & Music or just come if you are a person interested in the subject matter thereof. Would like to form a "Workshop" in which we each email one of the group a work per month and they email us one to look at and comment upon. Also, we would meet at various locations once a month to actually carry on verbal conversations and see people in 3D! People producing any type of creative work or people interested in any type of creative work are welcome, i.e. da …

The thing Artists and Activists have in common is a passion for their work. I hope to mesh these passions in this group. Art, political and social activism have long been happy bedfellows. Think of Picasso’s Guernica Night, Susan Crile’s Abu Graib series, and more locally to Connecticut, the Cycle of Terror and Tragedy, September 11 by Graydon Parrish housed at the New Britain Museum of American Art. As they say, a picture says a thousand words and what better way to convey these kinds of messag …

Calling all creatives in Western Connecticut! This is a group for anyone who loves visual, performing, literary arts, music, theatre, dance, poetry, history, culture, etc. All skills and areas of interests are welcome. We select an eclectic mix of arts and cultural events happening in Northern Fairfield County to Meetup! We try to mix it up to peak everyone's interest. Come out and meet other creatives to network, build partnerships, collaborations, create. Come on get inspired! Coordinated by t …

This is a group for anyone interested in entertaining others - singers, musicians, comedians, poets, etc. Whether you are a first-timer or a professional entertainer, you'll have an opportunity to share your talents and be supported by an audience of well wishers! A perfectly safe place to take a risk.

Join our group for a fun social experience while you enhance your artistic ability. Sip on a glass of wine, sit back, relax, and meet new people. We have painting classes, drawing, crafts, and much more. You don’t need any previous experience to join just bring a great attitude, get ready for some laughs and you may just discover your inner Picasso!

Looking to meet a person or couple of people who already have solid screenwriting experience and who who can give quality feedback on other writers' works. Maybe this can be a once a week thing or a twice a month thing. Who knows? I'm a Wellesley woman and a UCLA MFA film school grad currently located on the Yale campus, and wanting to start a network for devoted screenwriters. This can be a sort of accountability group, where we push each other to excel and, most importantly, to finish our scri …

Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festivals, Meetups, and sponsored events intend to keep the vibes going all the time with smaller sponsored shows and events! Come out and bring music, art, family and friends! http://www.gatheringofthevibes.com History of the Vibes Vibes Celebrates 15th Year Gathering of the Vibes is an annual music, arts and camping festival now in its 15th year. Vibes has grown into a four-day festival that has featured such world-class talent as Crosby, Stills a …

Calling all Fairfield County natives who love are someway involved in the music industry. Whether you're an entrepreneur looking to expand his or her music company, a writer for a music-based blog or magazine, or an artist searching to make local industry connections, this is the group for you! Please join us Wednesday evenings at Yo Bamba in South Norwalk! We can discuss industry trends, technology advents, or whatever you'd like over coffee and yogurt! We can even have an artist expo where our …

Examine the art of song writing with an emphasis on literary lyrics. Listen to and discuss the music and lyrics of musicians like Leonard Cohen, Tom Waits, PJ Harvey and Bob Dylan.

This Meetup is about learning how you can get meaningful answers for yourself through direct spiritual experience. It’s about exploring tools that can help you gain more understanding of your life and help you live it better, calmer, and happier as a more aware Soul. It’s also about those special experiences so many people have that can’t seem to be explained and have so much to teach us, such as: • Hearing a sound no one else hears • Seeing light that isn’t of this world • Visions • Dreams seem …

Be the artist of your life, We are about new friendships through the common interest of art and creativity! Creativity is not valued in this society, but it should be.  It is time to strengthen that part of our brains, and express ourselves as a community and as individuals. Help yourself find a new quality of life. Live Out Loud!!!

This is a group for anyone interested in reading, writing, and discussing romance novels. All heat levels are welcome, from high heat, to paranormal. I started this group because I am looking to meet others interested in high heat romance, especialy authors. We'll discuss, promote, and support romance writers in the group. I plan on meeting once a month in West Haven, CT. We can critique, discuss, share ideas and give our support to each other. We'll be the final test before your book hits the m …

This group is all about getting out and listening to new up and coming artists from the CT/NY area. This meetup is all about bringing together a group of people who love music like I do, listening to several artists from around the area. Also if there are musicians in the group they can perform their music in front of our meetup group as well. It's all about the love for music and giving musical artists a chance to perform live in front of a group of people who have the same interests as they …

Improve your public speaking and leadership skills in a fun and "safe" environment. Bethel Toastmasters enjoy learning and practicing speaking in front of a non-judgemental group with varying skill levels. Join us as a guest with no commitment or fee.