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 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.

Learn about Marketing and PUBLISHING your work! Everybody has something worth saying. This group discusses desires, accomplishments and challenges NOT in writing the book, but how to ... Market and PUBLISH your work. This Meetup takes your work to the next level! This group works together to take your work to the next level! We have a half-dozen to two dozen aspiring writers, and a few published authors, who attend each meeting. We learn about selling our products and services. We meet at 6:30 …

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 …

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

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 …

The Video/Film & TV Connection Network was formed in January 2012 located in the most southwest corner of Florida, the Naples/ Marco Island area because the other nearest groups are either in Miami or Sarasota, some 90 miles away. The Network was designed to bring together all talents, new and seasoned (Actors, Writers, Directors, Producers, Production, Agents, etc., and other affiliated participants) in the film, TV and related industries from the surrounding areas to make possible a place for …

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This is a group of folks who like to read and listen to poetry. It is open to anyone who is enthusiastic about creative expression. There are all levels of talent in the group from beginners to seasoned poets. The only thing that is required is a willingness to listen and be heard.

PINAWOR has been helping writers succeed since 1987. Between 20 and 30 members meet at the Largo Recreation Center in Largo, FL each Saturday from 9:30 to noon. Members read 5 minutes of their work which is then critiqued by the group. A series of four to five classes is offered twice each year, and every other month guest speakers address the group about topics related to writing. More information can be found at www.pinawor.org. Come visit us!

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 …

Have you wondered what technology can do for you? Keep in touch with those who you care the most Create business opportunites and follow up with customers quickly Making time for more important things and manage it more efficiently Reduce overhead and always have a helping hand That is KnowDibs does best. We are a technology studio that will help you make better use of technology for personal or business use. You do not have to spend time learning how to use your new smartphone, or that new so …

W4AS is writers, poets, musicians, artists, listeners, readers, but most of all -- friends. Our goals 1. support each other's creative endeavors 2. find like-minded people who will enhance our creative endeavors 3. critique NOT criticize 4. develop friendships Each meeting is divided into two areas: a mini-lesson on the business-side of writing or art and then time during which our members read aloud or display something they would like to be critiqued by the other members. About every three m …

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 …

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 …

Welcome! Rasa Publishing, LLC, based in Las Vegas, Nevada, is proud to host a regular meetup group where writers can join together - even write together - to change not only readership around the world, but also lives.  A focus is also being implemeted on film, a means to connect meaningfully to others and in positive ways. Leslie D. Drury, Attorney and Writer, author of Fractured, will be hosting the events. Based on the spirit of the word "Rasa," which means "embraced" in Russian, Rasa's missi …

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 …

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 …

Job searching can be a frustrating, confusing, anxiety provoking task sometimes.  I get it. Let's make that better, together! Let's join up with fellow job seekers along with me, Shannon Terry, Founder & Lead Writer/Coach of Resume Confidence, and your happy hostess to: trade job hunting stories & resources ask & answer questions related to resume writing, cover letter, interview, follow up, networking strategies & much more... There are two formats being offered: a teleconference (phone) b …

"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 …

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 …

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.

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 …

Calling all creative adults of Naples, Florida! Would you like to be a Dreamweaver? Woman creating a company featuring children's books, jewelry, dolls, animation and more! All creative and artistic skills needed. Also need a woman with good business sense. Very exciting activities open to: -artists -play doll makers (these especially needed) -jewelry makers -animators -actors -songwriters -singers -seamstresses -writers All needed materials will be provided by the owner, although donations woul …

Welcome to A.R.T.S Anonymous (Artists Recovering Through the Twelve Steps helps break your creative block so you can follow your inspiration and your passions. We want you to reach your full potential as a creative person. For the professional artist the A.R.T.S. program will keep you on track toward an ever higher level of achievement. As a fellowship of artists we believe in your gifts and dreams and we will help you believe in them too. There is a lot of good information at www.artsanonymous. …