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We're a writing group. A bookclub. A legion of scrabulous devotees and crossword addicts. You like words? We like words. Let's hang out, grab some coffee, and wallow in our word geekery. Our weekly meetings alternate between two easy to get to co

Meetup topics: Scrabble, Writers, Crosswords, Book Club
31.6 miles
away in Albany, NY
63
Word Enthusiasts
4.75

Meet other local writers and let creativity bloom! Come to a Writers Meetup to review work, trade literary tips, make friends and have fun! All writers -- and should-be writers -- are welcome!

Meetup topics: Writers
40.2 miles
away in Amherst, MA
26
Writers
4.5

Folks, I have been some wrestling with my heart and my brain and my soul--and my soul actually won this time. What this means is that despite having a group of over 50 members, this group is not moving in any particular direction. It means that

42.8 miles
away in Springfield, MA
50
Writers
5.0
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Name Location Date joined
Heather
 I am interested in meeting with groups that like to dance, bowl, hike, travel, journal write, bird watch, take photos,etc. I am a very active over 55 business woman living in the Westfield area of MA. One of my favorite places is Cranes Beach, MA 
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Westfield, MA Sep 4, 2008
Katie
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Book Club
Ballston Lake, NY Sep 2, 2008
lynn
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Travel, Museum, Movie Fans, Coffee, more
Northampton, MA Sep 1, 2008
Christina Buck
 I'm recently back in the area - due to disability. I am very interested in many things and while my walking ability is affected (I walk with canes or a walker) my mind is still vibrant and curious. I am extremely social and like people. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Book Club, Women's Social, Movie Fans, Brunch Club
Schenectady, NY Aug 30, 2008
Melissa
 www.melissastafford.com 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Internet & Technology, Business & Career, Poetry, Arts & Entertainment
Hudson, NY Aug 29, 2008
Tim Mizerak
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Video Games, Martial Arts, Book Club, Musician, more
Troy, NY Aug 29, 2008
Chris
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Poetry, Art
Northampton, MA Aug 28, 2008
 Hey, I'm soon to be a broadcast media major and am very interested in video editing and film production. I'm also interested in writing and the paranormal, especially because I'm a fantasy writer. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Science Fiction Writers, Ghost Towns, Film Industry, Comedy, more
Goshen, CT Aug 27, 2008
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Theater Industry, Digital Video Pros, Screenwriters, Voice Acting, more
Amherst, MA Aug 22, 2008
Liz
 I recently moved to Albany and would like to make some new friends. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Kayaking, Mountain Bikes, Bicycling, Book-Swap, Book Club, more
Albany, NY Jul 15, 2008
Lois Kackley
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, The Artist's Way, Poetry, Book Club
Amherst, MA Jul 7, 2008
Dee Ntsala
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, LGBT, Black Professionals, Women's Social, African Music, more
Albany, NY Jun 23, 2008
 Hello everyone my name is Wendy I was born in Springfield Ma 1974 I have been writing since the age of seventeen I am a survivor of rape and more as a child. I live to share my story and poetry. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers
Springfield, MA Jun 14, 2008
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Vegan, Environment, Vegetarian, Separation of Church and State, more
Brattleboro, VT Jun 14, 2008
Janis
 Local meetups are great ways to meet people with similar interests. I'm looking for writers to get to know in the Arlington, Bennington, and Manchester, VT areas. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers
Arlington, VT May 13, 2008
Kathy
 Hi, Iam a retired teacher and went to school with Patti C. but have lost her email etc. I have a manuscript almost ready for a publisher and found this site as I was surfing. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers
Ballston Lake, NY May 3, 2008
 "I have a mind myself and recognize Mind when I meet with it in any guise No one can know how glad I am to find On any sheet the least display of mind." r frost who can say it better? 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Voice Acting
Brattleboro, VT Apr 28, 2008
Heath
 I've been a freelance writer for the past four years. I'd rather devote my efforts toward writing novels and articles. I enjoy thrillers and hope to focus my writing in that area. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Small Business
Litchfield, CT Apr 24, 2008
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Longmeadow, MA Apr 14, 2008
 Hello! Poetry has always been my stress-relief and my "way out" of this crazy world. I am looking to share my writings with other creative people, especially people my age (20's). 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Philosophy, Reporters and Journalists, Writer's Block, Poetry
Guilderland, NY Apr 6, 2008
Capricornpoet
 Needing the newness and creativity of others to make positive change, learn from, and just enjoy each other. Various projects in the works as well. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Sketch Comedy, Museum, The Artist's Way, Reporters and Journalists, more
Springfield, MA Mar 6, 2008
Sollena
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Museum, Book Club, Lunch Club, Act For Love, more
Easthampton, MA Feb 28, 2008
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Disability Rights, Folk Music, Disability Travel
Belchertown, MA Feb 16, 2008
Kathryn
 HI Everyone ~~ I am a Yank lol.Born and raised in Miami, Fla . W/way too much education. I love and adore travel. I am planning on opening a Bookstore rather 2 this summer. 1 will be in Delaware and the other in the French Quarter of New Orleans. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers
Springfield, MA Jan 22, 2008
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Cuban Culture, Latin Music, Salsa, Dance, more
Ballston Lake, NY Jan 6, 2008
SirGeshko
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Science Fiction Writers, NaNoWriMo Monthly, Philosophy, Writer's Block, more
Williamstown, MA Dec 31, 2007
 I've been writing for a while and have obtained some success, although not quite as much as I would like. (Who ever does though?) I've recently returned to the area after a stint in graduate school and am now seeking to meet more people. 
Schenectady, NY Dec 24, 2007
 Want to meet other writers to get creative juices flowing again. Also, I relate best to creative people. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers
Albany, NY Dec 5, 2007
 I am interested in being around other writers - it makes for good chemistry and we can help each other too. Plus geographical proximity is always a good thing, as well as an opening on my calendar. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Arthouse
Albany, NY Dec 5, 2007
Sue
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: This member has chosen not to share this information.
Albany, NY Dec 5, 2007
 Looking to meet new, good people. Would love to run on Sundays with a group in Saratoga. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Nutrition, Hiking, Running, Bicycling, more
Clifton Park, NY Dec 5, 2007
Joshua
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Lhasa Apso, Friends, Night Life, Singles, more
Albany, NY Dec 5, 2007
David Sylvester
 I'm always looking to meet other writers and a chance to discuss the craft. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Writer's Block, Philosophy
Watervliet, NY Dec 5, 2007
 I want local Chronic Pain Meetups because i would find the support helpful 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Chronic Pain, Barack Obama, Scrabble
Albany, NY Dec 5, 2007
Michal
 I am writing a book about myself. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Body for Life, Walking, Body Building, Bicycling, more
Albany, NY Dec 5, 2007
Holli Rossi
 I'm Holli Rossi and I like local Meetups because they offer a forum for sharing ideas about business. My dream is to transition from being a corporate trainer to using my strong creative writing skills to help make a difference in the world. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Women's Social, Pet Sitter, Giving Circle, E-Business Owners, more
Albany, NY Dec 5, 2007
 want to meet other writers and people with writer sensibility. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Democratic Party
Albany, NY Dec 5, 2007
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers
Glenmont, NY Dec 5, 2007
 Hello, I would be interested in meeting with other aspiring writers to share ideas and get and give support for all our writing endeavors. When's the next meeting. Borders in Colonie is a convenient location for me. I am a closet writer with a hu 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers
Glenmont, NY Dec 5, 2007
Mike
 Hello! I've recently decided to dedicate myself to writing, currently working on a fiction novel. I look forward to meeting other like minded writers to meet with for support/encouragement/discussion. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers
Troy, NY Dec 5, 2007
Tim
 I am a historian and a graduate student. I believe good history should be as much fun to read as fiction. Alas this is very much a minority opinion in academia, hence I am looking for support and creative writers elsewhere. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Writer's Block
Schenectady, NY Dec 5, 2007
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Ani DiFranco
Schenectady, NY Dec 5, 2007
Dao
Dao
 I want these local Meetups because I'm learning Cantonese and want some practice. I also want to make friends and do Chinese things like go have dim sum. Once I get good at Cantonese, I plan on visiting Hong Kong with my HK friend. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Cantonese Language, Chinese Language & Culture, Asian Professionals
Schenectady, NY Dec 5, 2007
Lori Cullen
 I work with middle and high school students in a non-profit writing center. I need a group of adults to share ideas with, give and receive feedback. I write short fiction and creative non fiction essays. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers
Schenectady, NY Dec 5, 2007
 My therapist told me to find a group to see if i can handle being around strangers. Hopefully i can make a friend or two in the process. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers
Troy, NY Dec 5, 2007
Marc
 I live near Amherst MA area but didn't grow up in the area. I'd love to develop a social network but find if I can't include my dogs at an event, I often don't attend. Most weekends we're hiking, mt biking, camping or exploring. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Social Networking, Writer's Block, Book Club, American Pit Bull Terrier, more
Amherst, MA Dec 2, 2007
Patty Guilmette
 Hi everybody! I would like to hear about local poetry & creative writing meetups to share my interest with others. I am not driving at this time so local meetups will be very helpful. I also want to meet new people. Libraries are great places. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Poetry, Depression, Psychiatric Disorders
Chicopee, MA Nov 4, 2007
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers
Newfane, VT Oct 31, 2007
Tracy
Albany, NY Oct 23, 2007
Shanon
 I have just moved here from New Mexico via L.A where I did movies and wrote scripts. I am also a professional psychic and former professional wrestler. But now I would love to get back to the acting and writing. www.youarewiserthanyouthink.com 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Voice Acting, Acting, Theater & Performance Art, Indie Film, more
Albany, NY Sep 27, 2007
Angie
 I want local meetups because I would like to hear what everyone is writing, reading and share my writings and see what we can do as a group. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Poetry, Reporters and Journalists
Springfield, MA Sep 26, 2007
J
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Book Club, Reporters and Journalists, Poetry, Writer's Block
Northampton, MA Sep 24, 2007
FARRAH
 Hopelessly devoted to the eternal discovery of the soul's underpinnings. Through creative means of defeating the intellectual ego's attempt of burying one's true essence, I bow down to the discovery of the true gem within me. -Me 
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Schenectady, NY Sep 20, 2007
 I want these local Meetups because we can share ideas about each others books and get them out to the public. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Philosophy, Science Fiction Writers, Writer's Block
Clifton Park, NY Sep 19, 2007
 I want these local Meetups because I am interested in honing my skills at songwriting and would like to meet others in the area to collaborate with. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers
Albany, NY Sep 19, 2007
Nicole
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Women's Social, Walking, Cooking And Recipes, Brunch Club, more
Albany, NY Aug 28, 2007
Maya
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Furries, Lunch Club, Cat, Night Life, more
Springfield, MA Aug 28, 2007
Sean Van Wely
 I read, write, and play sci fi/fantasy and am looking for others who share my interests. 
Rensselaer, NY Aug 16, 2007
Bill Hirschen
 I want these local Meetups because I've been writing personal essays for awhile now and I am considering expaning into writing a book, perhaps writing a personal memoir about a theme that has emerged from my essays. I'd like to meet others as well. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Motorcycle Riders
Slingerlands, NY Aug 10, 2007
Maria
 Would like to meet and socialize with others who remember when the peacock before a TV show meant it was in color, when a mouse was a creature you caught in a trap, and when phones had wires and never followed you around! Cya soon! 
Slingerlands, NY Aug 2, 2007
 I want these local Meetups because I can meet interesting people, maybe. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Russian Language, Philosophy, Science Fiction Writers, Poetry
Albany, NY Jul 25, 2007
Terry
 (In theory) this all sound great...meeting others who share one or some of the same interests...yoga, healing,art,poetry, spirituality, etc.. T 
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Schenectady, NY Jul 25, 2007
wtbrooks
 I want these local Meetups because, after my release from prision, my parole officer told me that I was prohibited from associating with my old friends and I should try to meet some nice new people. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Indie Film, Digital Video, Screenwriters
Northampton, MA Jul 23, 2007
inga bukharova
 I came to United States from Russia and settled in Colonie, N.Y. I work as an ESL Instructor at WCCollege. I love hiking and camping and hoping to be doing it more this coming summer. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Hiking, Photography, Dog Training, Active Dogs, more
Albany, NY Jul 23, 2007
 Hi, I've been writing for years, and I need to meet more writers. Right now I'm going through a poetry phase, but I like writing longer pieces when I have time and motivation. :) 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Francesca Lia Block, Goo Goo Dolls, Night Life
Albany, NY Jul 23, 2007
Hank Fox
 I'm a former editor of a number of small regional outdoor and A&E magazines, and former copyeditor of a daily newspaper. Quit my final (!) job in November, 2006 to write books and other stuff freelance. 54, nature lover, atheist, former blogger 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Evolution, Skeptics, Brights, Atheists
Albany, NY Jul 23, 2007
Renzie
 I want these local Meetups because I love good conversation, music, the arts and new adventures and want to find like-minded people to share interesting talk and experiences. "Partners in crime" wanted! 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Parents of Special Needs Kids, Book Club, Small Breed Dogs, Bob Dylan, more
Albany, NY Jul 23, 2007
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers
Guilderland, NY Jul 23, 2007
Leah Anne
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Gay Christians, Coffee
Troy, NY Jul 23, 2007
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Cashflow, Law of Attraction
Waterford, NY Jul 23, 2007
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Yoga, Alternative Health, Buddhism, Consciousness, more
Schenectady, NY Jul 23, 2007
Meg
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Hiking, Barack Obama, Photography, Social Networking, more
Albany, NY Jul 23, 2007
GameJunkie
Ballston Spa, NY Jul 23, 2007
Kathleen Lisson
 I enjoy wine, good food, reading nonfiction and fostering dogs. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Writers, Singles,