If you have a passion for writing, then this group is for you. No matter what your skill level, this group offers something for everyone looking to move forward and perfect their craft. Come write with us, learn with us and grow with us. We are, above all things, a community of writers supporting one another.

Atlanta Painters provides a community for 2-D artists in the Atlanta, GA area. We have a networking event once a month and creative opportunities throughout the year including: Creative networking, Plein air painting sessions, Figure/portrait painting sessions, Art marketing opportunities, Gallery and opening visits, Museum visits, and Critiques. We hope to inspire and motivate you, the artist, to believe in yourself and the value of your creative pursuits. Art adds value to society by maintain …

Meetup with other local freelancers. Network, discuss freelancers' issues, barter, find a space-share, and make new friends! Freelancers Union provides info and resources for officially sponsored freelance Meetups.

Love the works of Zora Neale Hurston, Frantz Fanon, Toni Morrison, Richard Wright, James Baldwin, Edwidge Danticat and countless other celebrated Black authors? If so, join other Black women who love to read fiction and nonfiction books written by the most notable writers of African descent. We will read classic works of the past and present, and will help each other identify talented new writers of the future. Book discussions will take place in our homes, restaurants, cafes, book stores, a …

Meet other bloggers to talk about blogging, internet marketing, social media, tips and techniques, practices, SEO, writing and general support. All blog topics are welcome.

VEGGIE KIDS - VEGGIEKIDSCARE.ORG / VeggieKidsUnite.COM - ("KIDS & FAMILIES SAVING THE PLANET." - Uniting and Inspiring Eco-Conscious, Organic, Holistic, Vegan & Vegetarian Families & Friends.) WELCOME to VEGGIE KIDS! Veggie Kids is a unique organization/social group dedicated to supporting vegan and vegetarian families and is open to all who have an appreciation of an earth-friendly, eco-conscious lifestyle. This group promotes a healthy, organic, vegan lifestyle, but is open to EVERYONE regard …

ABOUT US: Art Openings ATL is an art appreciation group for those interested in exploring the local arts scene in Atlanta. We want to provide an audience for Atlanta artists, and expose the public to artwork they may not have experienced previously. Our organizers plan social events around art openings, group art shows, museum openings and open studios. Support the arts! Join us. NEW MEMBERS: Members without a brief profile and photo will be deleted. Please answer the questions AND post a phot …

There's so much going on in this city, let's do it together! Join this group if: You consider yourself a "NERD". The Urban Dictionary (http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=Nerd) defines Nerd as: 1.  One whose IQ exceeds his weight. 2.  An individual persecuted for his superior skills or intellect, most often by people who fear and envy him. 3.  An 'individual', i.e. a person who does not conform to society's beliefs that all people should follow trends and do what their peers do. Oft …

Welcome to the Metro Atlanta Singing Group (MASG)! The mission of MASG is to provide an opportunity for outstanding singers in the metro Atlanta community to learn a wide variety of high quality music, both sacred and secular, and to share that music with the community through public performances. We are looking for people who are vocally skilled and who are able to hear and pick up their parts easily as well as blend and harmonize with others easily and naturally. We currently meet weekly to p …

This is a group for community storytellers, culture-lovers, history buffs, artists, writers, musicians, performing artists, and lovers of Black Culture. The Year of the Griot is a network of community literary, theatrical, audio-visual, and service projects dedicated to learning and sharing more about the African-American Experience. It’s also a movement. The world needs to know your communal story. This year - Tell It. Core Projects: • Black Synergy: Elder Community Arts Outreach, Positive Peri …

This meet up group was started to bring together creative people in art, dance, music, theatre and literary arts on all levels. Anyone interested in creating, supporting or learning more about the arts should join this group.

The DoActCrazy Group (Atlanta) is created primarily for artists who are passionate about being involved with producing new media, especially original video content for the web in serial and episodic formats. Actors, video bloggers, and aspiring film makers are the most obvious artists who’ll benefit from participating in this group – however, I hope this group attracts a wide scope of individuals. This includes actors, videographers, film makers, special effects / compositors, writers, musicians …

Hollywood Southeast Entertainment Association is bridging the gap between the artist and the entertainment industry. Become apart of this unique community, which supports artists, who embody diversity, innovation, and have a unique vision. Visit our website for casting updates at www.hollywoodsoutheast.com Artists from all industry genres are coming together to collaborate, network and build relationships with like minds. Hollywood Southeast Entertainment Association works to empower and promo …

Dedicated to fans of the long-running BBC series "Doctor Who". The group is named after the paramilitary organization U.N.I.T, a covert task force created to defend Earth against alien incursion. The mysterious time/space traveler, "The Doctor", served as Scientific Adviser throughout the programme's history. U.N.I.T is an opportunity for fans to view serials/episodes, meet, engage in discussion and just have fun. If you're  a fan of the the classic series, new series, spin-offs ("Torchwood", "S …

Since December 7 of 2010, this poetry scene has exploded with events.  Enjoy great poetry, spoken-word and live music - Want to meet other interesting, diverse, folks for intelligent conversation over a smoothies, lattes, espressos, teas and/or paninis then Marlee's Coffee & Tea House is for you. They even have a delicious beef brisket. We meet to exchange thoughts, ideas and emotions through poetry. We range from every day people to beginning writers to professional spoken word artists and more …

VoiceoverCity - Atlanta Atlanta's Largest Voiceover Network VoiceoverCity is a voice-over community dedicated to serving the needs of the voice-over community.  The community offers a wide variety of resources to established and beginning talent. Facebook: http://facebook.com/voiceovercity Twitter: http://twitter.com/voiceovercity Homepage: http://voiceovercity.com

The songwriters' club is a bit like an open mic with a few key differences. This group exists for songwriter's who would like to interact with other songwriters. It is similar to an open mic, but with the added benefit of discussion. You can come and play a song or just watch and listen. If you'd like to play, you will tell us all if you are interested in receiving feedback on the song or not. If you are interested then after you play we will all discuss what we like about the song, and any sugg …

This group is for those who are involved with, or desire to be involved with, the creation of Films. Whether it's directing, producing, acting, or writing. It's a non pressure environment where Atlanta film makers can meet and chat over cocktails and beers.

Do you write science fiction or fantasy? Space operas? Urban fantasy? Does your work cross genres, such as mystery, action, romance, or comedy? Do you want to tell a story that explores distant galaxies, magical worlds, or the wonders of your own neighborhood? We’re looking to start a genre-friendly writing group that meets in Atlanta. The group will meet biweekly to discuss the craft and business of writing and to critique each other’s work. Each meeting will be themed around a specific topic, …

I'm Claire Pearson Perry (perform as Pearson Perry) and I wear two hats as a songwriter - I write mainstream country music for a publisher in Nashville, TN and I write/perform indie folk rock for my audience. Over the last 18 months of driving back and forth to Nashville, I have been amazed at how many people I meet in Nashville are actually from Atlanta. Wouldn't it be great to be able to work with each other - without having to drive to another state? I am looking to meet other singer/songwrit …

Transmedia. For everyone involved in the transmedia space. A Place to gather, incubate & share ideas, collaborate on projects, network, fill in teams, speak, socialize, create/display work, and overall dive into the transmedia space with likeminded individuals. The entertainment industry is booming in Atlanta & The Southeast, and Transmedia is at the forefront of how content is being created and distributed across platforms. If you are: An artist writer speaker author game developer digital cont …

Atlanta Comedy Writers Meetup This meetup is for people who are, or want to be, comedy writers, and want a supportive, structured, creative environment to develop their skills. The group will focus on all forms of performed comedy except stand-up. So we will do sketches, plays, screenplays, commercials / interstitials. We don't do stand up, books, articles, monologues (unless it’s clearly not stand-up) or poems. It has to be material intended for 2 or more people to perform. We’re also VERY pro- …

We are creating an Art Class were you can come get Step by Step instruction on how to paint. We have great local artist who lead the class in a fun, spirited way. You are welcome to join us. No prior experience necessary. You get to take home a beautiful 16 X 20 complete canvas which captures your art work for the evening. Come out and meet and greet other paint newbies or hobbyists.

"Love is a special way of being alive." This group is for anyone who would like to explore the life and works of Thomas Merton (1915-1968) in depth with others. It is also a place to collectively engage in activities that promote interfaith dialogue. Activities will include book discussions (including other writers), guest speakers, visiting places of various spiritual traditions, engaging in meditation practices, attending events/workshops/seminars/ that promote interfaith dialogue, spiritual g …

U CAN MAKE TV is meetup for public access television enthusiasts. If you are a public access television producer, volunteer, employee, advocate, viewer or supporter, this group is for you. All skill levels are welcome. We'll meet monthly to discuss issues related to public access television including legislation, programming ideas, resources for producers, advocacy, technical and creative tips, and networking.

Screenwriter/Producer BEATY REYNOLDS will be offering a workshop beginning in late February/early March in Atlanta. Rooted in independent filmmaking, the classes will focus on character-driven story development and tackle the FOUR CRITICAL ISSUES that sabotage the vast majority of screenplays. The workshop will include in-class writing exercises; writers will be asked to read from their screenplays in class. The cost is $20.00 per class. The workshop will run for 6 weeks. There is no obligation …

By day we're teachers, doctors, assistants, entrepreneurs and stay-at-home moms. By night we devour romance novels and dream of writing our own. From the sweet and innocent to the hot and spicy, we love our romances, our authors, and the worlds they create. We inhale romance novels like others inhale ice cream. Sometimes we do both. At the same time. We're writers and aspiring writers. We write short stories, blog posts, novels and letters. We're published, indie-published, self-published and n …

My name is Evelyn T. King - Author of the Live Believe Dream Book Series. As I wrote my last two books I realized I had a responsibility to share my experience and to help others to start and finish their writing projects.