As writers, we sometimes need to get away from the everyday grind that monopolizes our time, energy and creativity. It helps if we can escape the "rat race" and rediscover the craft and pleasure of our writing in a relaxed and enjoyable setting. The Ohio Writers Retreats membership group was organized in 2009, to help us escape for a weekend or just a day. We'll feature, sponsor, co-sponsor and present writing retreats that offer getaway options closer to home, here in Ohio. The current weather …

Everyone is welcome artsits and nonartists alike . Visual and performing artist wanting to share, explore and take art to a new level. Plus contribute their Efforts to connect the community and those with dementia  together in a one of kind leading edge venue:Arts for Alzheimer's Visual and Performing Art Center.  Create , Sing,  Play and have Fun

Are you looking for a workshop to help you write the great American novel, create unique poetry, articles or just tell a great story? If so, we can help inspire and motivate you. We'll start by creating a customized road map to help you achieve your goals. You'll be impressed by the progress you'll make. The first workshop is Saturday, July 16th from 2-4PM. We'll help you find your voice, create your unique story and give you the tools to help you succeed. The "Write Here, Write Now" monthly Gro …

The Columbus House of Scribes is the original group of that name, following the takeover of the original Meetup group page by organizers not affiliated with the group. We are dedicated to providing an open, friendly group to encourage your writing in whatever form it may take, as well as providing critiques for anything you would like to share, and writing voluntary monthly prompt responses as both writing exercises and to possibly spark new ideas. All writers, of any genre or format, are welcom …

Welcome to the Lake Erie Moose Society Blogger Meetup! Whether you blog for fun or as part of your work, you'll find kindred spirits here, and if you're just thinking about writing on the Web, stop on by and see what it's all about. Our meetings start with a round of introductions (if you have a specific question or problem, that's a great time to mention it) and then we spend anywhere from 20 minutes to an hour discussing a specific topic about blogging. Most meetings have no specific end time, …

"Cleveland Old School Roleplaying" is my attempt to bring together and connect with enthusiasts of earlier editions of Dungeons and Dragons (i.e. Advanced Dungeons and Dragons and AD&D 2nd Edition). I'm not sure how feasible this is, but I imagine a major goal of the group to be the establishment of a regular OSR campaign in a traditional Dungeons and Dragons setting, like Greyhawk or the Forgotten Realms. Aside from playing Dungeons and Dragons, a more basic goal of the group might be to simply …

My name is Terre and I enjoy meeting people from different walks of life.  I'm a lover of great international foods, entertainment, art and culture.  Additionally, I am an entrepreneur, Life Coach and a writer.  I'm originally from Cleveland Heights, OH, but I have also lived in New York, Chicago and the Middle East. Each of these places have a very diverse group of people from many different cultural backgrounds, which is one of the things I love! However, while Cleveland also has a wide range …

This is a group for all those, who like to write! All those, who would like to publish... something. All those, who have had a work hibernating in a closet, under a bed or in a drawer for months... years.  Bring it out! Let's hear it! We'll listen and tell you what we hear as you awaken it from its slumber. Curious how it will be received? You'll never know until you brave the 'group listen'.  It's fun!  It's revealing! It's what you've been waiting for.... do it.

Entrepreneurship permeates the culture of the Digital Age. The advent of the Digital Age has democratized innovation and entrepreneurship. Never before has it been more possible for anyone from anywhere,  with  a great idea and a burning desire to succeed,  to make it big, and,  in the process, change the world in a relatively short period of time. HP, Intel, Apple, Microsoft, Cisco, Oracle, Yahoo,  eBay, Amazon, Google, Facebook and many, many, many other iconic companies all started with just …

Entrepreneurship permeates the culture of the Digital Age. The global reach of the Internet has democratized entrepreneurship. Never before has it been so possible for anyone from anywhere, with a great idea and a burning drive to succeed, to make it big in a relatively short period of time. Taking a startup from idea to IPO has taken on mythical proportions. Many dream the dream, with hopes of launching the "next big thing". We are a community of entrepreneurs, technologists, academics, financi …

We want to raise awareness; we want to cultivate hope; we want to experience healing and transformation in the peace process between Palestinians and Israelies in the Holy Land through the Arts!

Crowdfunding Columbus is a community of creatives, micro-entrepreneurs, and micro-investors. Whether you're an indie band looking to fund the creation of your next album or a foodie looking for a way to fund the distribution of your fabulous blonde brownies Crowdfunding Columbus is a great resource. This group is for you if: You have a creative idea and you're looking for feedback. You are actively running a project on a crowdfunding site and you want to get the word out. You have heard about …

If you're a fan of live music, entertainment, and like to attend live jazz and/or blues shows, while socializing and meeting new friends, then you have reached the right place! We're a bunch of music fans who frequent Jazz and Blues clubs/bars/venues to enjoy some good music and entertainment. The group concept was inspired by our dear friend and group organizer John LaIaconna who also happens to be a well known Jazz musician and a member of Columbus Jazz Coalition. We will also be meeting at …

People interested and active in a variety of areas: Athletics, art, literature, science, technology, music, and philosophy

"This is a group for poetry writers who would like to listen to and share their poems with others who love poetry! I could not find a meet up group for just poetry so I thought I would try to start one! We could share our poems and poetry book recommendations and advice with our favorite beverage and appetizer somewhere (restaurants, our homes). I was thinking we could meet once a month, maybe the last Thursday of the month. I am a definite amateur so even if you haven't written many poems join …

Purpose – To create, develop and strengthen a filmmaking community within the Columbus, OH area. This is a platform, which gives filmmakers and actors the access to practice their craft by working on short projects together. The group will focus on three key areas, collaboration, education and production. With collaboration the group seeks to foster networking among its members, contributing to one another’s projects and providing mentorship when needed. With education the group seeks to conduct …

Looking to meet some new people who are freethinking and love to read? All from Mercer, Lawrence, or Crawford County areas are welcome. We will enjoy works by Dawkins, Harris, Hitchens, Dennett and many other fine secular writers and enjoy open discussion, good food and drinks, as well as making new friends. We will meet at restaurants throughout the area to ensure it is convenient for all members. Books will be approved by the members and we will aim to meet no less than once per month. Ideally …

Raven's Nest Gallery hosts art gatherings, author readings, book signings, indie film screenings and nonprofit fundraisers in Cleveland.

Extra! Extra! It's about time to establish a writer's meet-up to serve Cleveland's Eastern burbs and the writers of Lake, Geauga, and Ashtabula counties. All writing, editing, publishing, and e-publishing topics will be discussed. Come join the fun!

We are a PEER TO PEER critiquing/support group who meets up once or twice a month to critique each other’s written work, brain storm story ideas or ideas to help advance story ideas and writer’s block, and support each other’s work. We are not editors or publishers, although some who attend our group publish their own blogs, short stories, or novels through self-publishing or publishing houses. Our knowledge comes from being readers in various genres, workshops we attend, books we have researche …

Whether you are an experienced screenwriter or simply someone who is interested in learning the craft -- come join our group! This is a new group and one that I hope will help novice screenwriters to learn the craft while assisting more experienced screenwriters to finish and polish current work for production and sale. What is screenwriting? If you have ever watched a movie or a television show, you've been involved with a screenplay or teleplay... the actors don't make up the words as they go …

This group is for those interested in Inspired Living and in learning across an array of personal and professional development topics; Goal setting, Time Management, Personal development, Business development, Leadership development, Wealth building and financial management, Personal motivation and more... This meeting is intended as an opportunity to view and review the latest personal and professional development videos, books and media and discuss how we can implement what we have seen into o …

This group is for those who are actively working in the music business in Columbus and beyond. We strive to create a collaborative culture in all aspects of the music business, from performing, booking, and recording, to business planning and beyond. Those who are in the early stages of their careers are also invited to network with industry veterans. Periodic programming will be planned to give members a chance to meet and learn from each other.

Feeling like you lack the time or the inspiration to get started or finish your writing, whether it is a book, poem or series of short stories? Then this is the group for you. I find that it is hard with work and our busy schedules to find the time or the discipline (in my case) to finish pieces I have nearing completion or to begin new projects. I have been writing since I can remember and would like to turn those glowing embers into a fierce blaze again. We will generally meet the 2nd Tuesda …

This group is looking for people interested in discussing the following subjects: growth of the Columbus music industry, the nature of today's fluid musical economy, music business, music technology, social media strategies in the music industry, music marketing, band management, or any other music business related topic. We look forward to discussing the current trends of the industry with you! We will inevitably end up discussing various artists and their work, so please come with a positive …

ORMACO, Inc. (Ohio Regional Music, Arts, and Cultural Outreach) is a non-profit focusing on music, arts and cultural outreach for Northeast Ohio. The organization has several components with the mission of educating and enriching people’s lives. Help support local Ohio arts and artists!