Hey everyone! My name is Jamie. I moved to Annapolis earlier this year. Now that I'm getting settled in and finding some fun things to do, I'm looking to meet some great people who share my interests. I called the group Writers and Adventurers of Annapolis because it's partly about getting together with other writers and sharing our stuff, and partly about getting out and finding some great ways to entertain (and hopefully even inspire) ourselves. So whether you're interested in one or the other …

Hello Author... Writing a book? and not sure what to do once it's done?  The publishing industry has changed dramatically since I published my first book in 1995.  Technology continues to create trends in this industry with lightning speed.  Join our group and learn the benefits of self publishing and how to create your book products (soft cover or eBooks) using Create Space, Lightning Source, Amazon Kindle, Smashwords and more.  Marketing is always a hot topic with this group. As the former Pre …

(Formerly the Meetup group of the Howard County chapter of the Maryland Writers' Association.) Writing can be a lonely profession, for new and experienced writers alike. The Writing Corner Meetup was created to present information and provide an opportunity to spend time with fellow writers. The 1st hour of each meeting will be a CRAFT workshop ($2 donation for supplies is appreciated). The 2nd hour will be WRITE CLUB. No. I can't tell you what we do. The first rule of Write Club is you do not …

I would like to start a community for writers and artists with the goal of exploring, understanding, and working through creative blocks. This will not be a critique group, but a place to meet, share with, celebrate, and support one another. You might just be starting out in your craft or established. It doesn’t matter what type of writer or artist you might be. Our starting point might be The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron. We would meet monthly in the Elizabethtown/Mt Joy area.

The purpose of this group is to create a fun, fast-paced, dynamic, creative and supportive structure to review, critique and encourage one another in completing our works with the goal of getting them published.  We are open to all genres.  This group is a face-to-face and on-line submission group. Our face-to-face meetings are the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month from 1pm to 3pm and are held at the Pride of Towson Lodge, 411 E. Pennsylvania Ave, Towson, MD 21204.  The meeting organization is as …

This is a group for anyone interested in sharing their poetry, hosting poetry parties, exchanging ideas, having poetry workshops, impromptu poetry jam sessions, or workshops for writers of any kind. Let's meet up to share, network, and bring poetry back to the forefront of the artistic world where it belongs. This is a collaborative, supportive environment, where egos are checked at the door of any event. Let's get together and enjoy food, wine, and some great poets!!!

Hello there! The Baltimore Writing Hour is a group for writers from the Baltimore area to meet weekend mornings for some productive working time. Typically, we gather in a quiet spot and work on our personal projects for a few hours. There is no required amount of time to put in. We find that sticking to a regular schedule and working in the company of fellow writers is a huge motivator in moving everyone's work along. Please note: this is not a critique or share group. We do not offer writing e …

This group is for anyone who is creative and want to use thier talent to serve God. I started this group because I am a Christian the love the arts, and want to build a network of artist (rappers, singers, dances, steppers, writers, poets, mimes, praise dancers, steppers, choirs, DJ's, and actors) that will showcase thier God given gifts for the world. I am a christian rapper, song writer, and play writer that want to connect with others to sponsor plays, concerts, and music that our children an …

BSFS is a 501(c)(3), non-profit, charitable, literary and educational organization, dedicated to the promotion of and an appreciation for science fiction in all of its many forms. BSFS is run entirely by volunteers. None of the Board of Directors or officers receive any pay for what they do. Balticon, our annual regional science fiction & fantasy convention, features authors, editors, publishers, artists, filmmakers, and, most importantly, fans. Balticon has speeches by our guests, author readin …

The original name was going to be "The messy writer's group for the functionally nutty," but we don't all have to be messy, or nutty, or functional. We read, write and perform poetry. Sometimes it shoots, sometimes sits like dirt, sometimes resists like phlegm, or oozes, or sometimes it just rests above our heads- no matter. It's a product of "the great yellow rose in your brain" (that's Ginsberg). If you have ever said to yourself, after writing a whole bunch of words on a page, "Man I wish I c …

We are independent workers: freelancers, entrepreneurs, virtual employees, technology professionals, writers, designers, small business owners, and other smart professionals who have given up our cubicles for home offices.  We live and work in Chester County, Montgomery County, and the Western Philly Burbs. We get together to work, to socialize, and to share our experiences. We use this network to collaborate, give advice, make job recommendations, and help one another become better at what we d …

The Baltimore ScreenWriter's Coffee Club is a club where local professional and aspiring screenwriters can meet for moral support, inspiration, and just to connect with like-minded people. Find inspiration and encouragement amongst the company of other writers. The club gathers to network, for special events such as guest speakers, screenplay readings with local actors, and field trips to local film oriented events. It's always fun and makes you want to WRITE!!! If you can't make it to ou …

Ever read C. S. Lewis or Tolkien and envied their bond in the Inklings? Wish you could have a beer with N. T. Wright, Brian McLaren, Charles Townes, or Francis Collins? Well...this group can't promise to reach those heights of intellectualism. But we can at least enjoy great conversation, share what we're reading, what we're learning and expand our minds by association, ALL while enjoying a good beer or coffee at one of Baltimore's many great hangouts. I hope we can read each others' work, share …

The New Castle County Association of Aspiring Authors is closing. Thanks to all of you who have participated and offered your support to members of the group. I wish you much success in your writing endeavors.

Hi, my name is Robert Hitz, and I am a pianist, teacher and composer with a tremendous love and respect for the role of improvisation in my musical life, and a desire to meet, share and explore the world of piano improv and composition with other pianists of all levels and styles. If you are interested in improvisation and composition, (free, jazz - anything!) and wish to share with other pianists who enjoy and aspire to creating music through improvisation join me in this wonderful art form! Op …

My goal for the group is to meet other people interested in television production. We are starting a new life style show in the county, hoping for insight into producing the piece, guest ideas and the general shaping of the show. Yes, newbies to the industry are welcome. Want to learn about camera work, editing, writing? Join us and have some fun!

If you're a beginner, a basement rock star, a living room legend or a performing pro, THIS is where you let it shine. Open Mics, backyard jams, shows, private & public events. A place to learn and teach, but most of all, just to have fun with a bunch of (generally) acoustic musicians, singers and friends doing what they love to do!!!

Meet with others in your local area who love Art. Painters, photographers, sculptors, conceptual artists, performance artists, filmmakers, graphic designers, etc. to discuss techniques, share critiques, and offer gallery/exhibiting advice. We encourage all the members of this group to have creative collaborations with meetup members from our fashion design, musician, filmmaking, singer, songwriter, acting, archaeology, figure drawing, painting, & photography groups. Artistic Photography Group ht …

The Philly 'burbs WordPress Meetup bridges the gap between designers and developers building WordPress sites and writers, bloggers and marketers who use them on a daily basis. We focus on both design and development considerations (tips, techniques and hacks) as well as user concerns like expanded functionality and best practices. The conversation is all about WordPress. We aim to create an atmosphere of sharing and collaboration, where each side of the conversation can contribute to insightful …

This Meetup group is devoted to people who simply love books and enjoy discussing them. If you are a writer/agent just looking to promote a book, please do not join. We come together monthly on the third Thursday of the month at 6:30pm with other book lovers to discuss a pre-selected book but we include time for an open format when you can discuss any book you are currently reading and would like to tell the group about it.  Any book is fair game, we just want to know what you like about it and …

This website is a place for you and other like-minded Americans looking for direction in taking back the control of our country. It is also a place to find information that will assist you in navigating the rough waters we face in the days, weeks and months ahead. This is a non-political movement. All are welcome here. The 9-12 Project is designed to bring us all back to the place we were on September 12, 2001. The day after America was attacked we were not obsessed with Red States, Blue States …

Women Walking in Wisdom is a vibrant group of Christian women who gather together each month for food, fun and fellowship. We are from all walks of the faith with one motto: "A Wise Woman At Peace Can Accomplish Great Things!'

Have stories about monsters, ghosts, or whatever, stirring around in your head? Write it down, share it, meet with us, drink too much coffee, and get honest and constructive feedback on your work...because you probably aren't getting it from family and friends. They're afraid to hurt your feelings.

Artists tend to create their art in solitude, then show their work to non-artists or the public for feed back. Most often the feedback is based on personal taste or a bias towards a certain type of art. Do you ever long for constructive feedback, the kind that helps you dig deep and find what you need to keep your work fresh and evolving? The kind that your only your fellow artists, your peers, can bring? Me too! That's why I started Juxtapose, for the fellowship, support and critical feedback t …

Are you a tech geek? How about an artsy geek, food geek, music geek, or theater geek? Good ol’ fashioned regular geek? Do you find yourself looking up Wikipedia articles for entertainment instead of as a quick way to shut down an interminable argument between two people? Do you fall deep within the complex banter of Cracked.com writers or ponder the wisdom of those behind XKCD and Rage Comics? Would you rather play video games from your (insert console or PC type), watch silly cartoons or movies …

Let's get together for some delicious coffee or tea, something sweet to eat, and good conversation about art. The Phoenix Village Art Center, in Phoenixville, PA, hosts a gathering with various artists to discuss their works. Each month will feature a new discussion, which may include artists talking about the current exhibit, art movies/books, a critiquing session, etc. Join us for a cup-a-joe and good conversation.

Looking to get together to make videos just for the fun of it? That's the purpose of this group! We're looking for all types here, not just idea people and writers. Like to just point your camera? Cool! Prefer to push a dolly? Great! Are you the master of all things gaff tape? We're looking for you too! It takes a group (usually) to make a good video, so let's do that! I haven't set it up yet, but once we have a strong active group I would like to start doing $~1/month membership dues to pay for …

A Mesh Baltimore SkillShare is a fun way to explore ideas, a risk-free way to try new skills, and a rewarding way to connect with people who share your interests. SkillShares run from 1-4 on a Saturday afternoon. At each event, we offer at least twelve different 55-minute mini-classes – four unique classes taught concurrently, offered in three time blocks one after the other. You attend the three sessions that most interest you!