I have been unable to find a writers group in the Sarasota area and would like to encourage all local, aspiring writers to join with me to share ideas, critique, encouragement & support. Ultimately I would like to have local agents, publishers & published authors present programs to the membership & share with us the things that will help us become published & successful. The group will not be restricted to any one type of writing but will be open to all. Above all it will be a place to gain e …

A networking group for spiritual writers to come together and share their writing within a community of like-minded individuals. I am starting this group as an extension of my website, www.spiritualwritersnetwork.com, so that we can come together in person and share writing tips, ideas, critique groups, and facilitate creative writing and publishing workshops.

Florida Writers Association - Tampa meets on the third Saturday of each month. Join writers, authors, publishers and those who love the craft of writing for informative networking events. John Chaplick is the Group Leader. Contact John at jpchaplick@gmail.com

This meetup is for those of us that have difficulty attending events in the evenings. We're seeking fellow writers of any and all genres to meet during daylight hours to generate creative energy, provide mutual support, and dole positive feedback in a relaxed setting.  Whether you are currently working on a project, thinking about starting one, or have published already, this is a fun group to join.  We start by sharing our accomplishments during the week, then we write to a prompt. We spend the …

Meet other local aspiring authors and writers, and let creativity bloom! Come to the St. Petersburg Association of Aspiring Authors Meetup to get your questions answered; learn writing techniques; get tips on securing a publisher; learn about self-publishing; trade literary tips; build your platform; get motivated and inspired; make friends and have fun! All aspiring authors, writers, and should-be writers, are welcome! Organizer Jess Kennedy Williams, is founder of the International Associati …

Become a charter member of this local chapter! Meet other local aspiring authors, writers and like-minded friends. Come to the Largo/Seminole Association of Aspiring Authors Meetup to get your questions answered; learn writing techniques; get tips on securing a publisher; learn about self-publishing; trade literary tips; build your platform; get motivated and inspired; make friends and have fun! All aspiring authors, writers, and should-be writers, are welcome! All genres are welcome. Fic …

This group is for published/unpublished individuals who aspire to write, are in the process of writing, or have already written at least one poem, short story, novel, memoir, non-fiction, or children's book. Group members meet every-other Tuesday evening, to bounce ideas, listen to other members read chapters/synopsis/proposals from their works, provide feedback, and exchange leads for literary/publishing representation.

WordSmitten Writers Workshop Meet working authors and journalists in a relaxed atmosphere to brainstorm about "the book biz" and form productive critique groups. Come to a WordSmitten Writers Workshop to review work, trade literary tips, make friends and have fun with professional and dedicated fiction and non-fiction writers. Tune in to the WordSmitten "About the Books" talk radio show. Recent guests include Pulitzer Prize-winning authors Jane Smiley (A Thousand Acres), Elizabeth Strout (Olive …

Welcome to Tampa Bay Filmmakers! Our mission is to produce quality films within the Tampa Bay community, while utilizing the talent of our members. We are looking for individuals who wish to express their creativity, talent and artistic ability through film. If you are skilled as an actor, writer, cinematographer, makeup artist, or knowledgeable in any part of filmmaking, we hope to provide that creative outlet for your skills. Our goal is to create and produce at least one short movie every 2 m …

Come be a part of a group of motivated, passionate & sociable people that are working together to make films in the Tampa Bay area. Films have historically been created from the top down.  The closer technology brings talented people together, the less we are forced to accept this as the standard.  We are grass roots type folks who believe that individual contributions in a team environment will produce outstanding results. We are: - Camera Operators - Actors - Directors - Storytellers & S …

This group is for all those who are talented and who have a passion to break into the Entertainment Industry.  All actors/actresses, models, producers, writers, dancers, designers, film directors, musicians, photographers, staff crew, etc. I have always enjoyed anything acting and creative and that is why I created this group.  I am the Organizer but will rely on other members in this group to participate in posting events in the area.  I, as the Organizer cannot possibly be expected to be the …

Group for anyone and everyone interested and involved in the film industry. Directors, producers, actors, writers or just plain film lovers.

Are you frustrated at websites with poor content and navigability? Do you want to make the web a better place? Me too – let’s discuss how! In Elements of Content Strategy, Erin Kissane explains the core principles that make content effective: Good content is appropriate Good content is useful Good content is user-centered Good content is clear Good content is consistent Good content is concise Good content is supported Each of these points directs a company to bridge the gaps between their goa …

Hi There. Looking for a group that enjoys Sci-Fi/Fantasy, Horror, Gaming and Fan Fiction? Stone Hill is a non-profit group that's been around since 1979, getting together to share these interest. Stone Hill also host two annual conventions; Vidcon (now called Southern Media Con) & Necronomicon. We meet the second Sunday of every month at the home of one of our members. People usually start showing up about 1-2pm, the meeting is officially called to order at 4pm, runs less than an hour and then t …

"Seekers of The Truth" This is where individuals and groups can come to learn, teach, and study Atlantis and its relationship to New Age Spirituality and Metaphysics. It seems that the Atlantans were enlightened people with superior wisdom and knowledge regarding the command and use of the forces of nature. They called them the Elemental forces that allowed them to do all of their rough, heavy work with ease. Apparently, these forces allowed them to cut stone out of the mountains without the use …

A woman's writing and critique group in North Pinellas County.

A Cause 4 Art, where people that care gather together to make an art project to help bring awareness to issues and inspire creative fundraising. You do not need to be an artist, many talents are needed and appreciated!

Circus City Promotions is the proud sponsor for Indie Connect a chamber of commerce for indie musicians. We help out with Music Expo Competition/Showcases, education with workshops and seminars. Whether you are a songwriter looking for co-writers or publisher, or looking for an artist to record their song, you might be a producer looking for artists, you might be a artist looking for producers, you may be a publicists looking for clients or you may be an artist looking for band members. You may …

Miss the comraderie, spontaneous conversation, and dynamic energy of working in the same room with other creative people? Welcome to The CoWork Lab. We take the best elements of a coffee shop (social, energetic, creative) and the best elements of a workspace (productive, functional) and combine them to give independent workers bricks and mortar to call their own. The CoWork Lab was built on coworking philosophy. Our members (aka "Scientists) are: software engineers, real estate brokers, web deve …

This is a meetup group for anyone who enjoys performing in or attending open mic nights. We have amazing local talent including poets, spoken word artists, musicians, singers, comedians and visual artists. Come on out and see what Tampa Bay has to offer, you will not be disappointed.

Join with us as we sing songs of LOVE, WAR, STRIFE, JUSTICE, GOOD TIMES, WORK AND PROTEST, as well as SPIRITUALS, BALLADS, SHANTIES and so much more! Our hootenannies take place the first Sunday of every month in a comfortable church community room near downtown St Petersburg, FL.  We meet from 1:30 to 4:00 and take a break halfway through to enjoy the fellowship of likeminded people.  IF YOU KNOW THIS MUSIC, WANT TO SING IT LOUD AND PROUD AND/OR PLAY AN INSTRUMENT, WE ARE LOOKING FORWARD TO MEE …

We gather the 1st Thursday of every month @ 7pm and in the cafe dinning area of Nature’s Food Patch every 2nd Tuesday of the month. Find peace and soul-connection through music. Using acoustic guitars, hand drums, flutes, ukuleles, etc. we can play & sing together in harmony. There is so much great music out there. Be it pop, folk, rock, blues, it is all welcomed and appreciated. Bring instruments, lyric books/sheets, munches, beer & wine is OK. This is not a party. No heavy alcohol or electric …

Tampa Bay Music Society: Amateur String Community Orchestra (TBASCO) Were you in orchestra back in the day? Are you looking to dust off your strings, and not sure where to start? The TBMS is looking to begin their first community music group geared towards adults who used to play violin, viola, cello, and double bass who'd like to do it again! It doesn't matter if you stopped playing in College, High School, or even Middle School. If you still own your instrument, and remember how to hold it, th …

there are many talented people in this town. they will be able to meet other talented poeple like themself.musicians,singers,writers,poets,dancers butchers,bakers,candle stick makers

Organic Art Camps is a place where you can connect to learn more about Southwest Florida’s ecotourism and sustainability. Some people come to Florida for Disney. Others seek its natural resources – a more simple way of living. One recent poll showed that over 65% of Florida’s visitors participate in either culture or nature-based activities while they’re in the Sunshine State and 98% of Florida’s tourists believe that outdoor recreation is important to them. We couldn’t agree more. Learning to c …