Once a month we gather for a low-pressure chance to socialize with other folks interested in writing science fiction, fantasy or horror. Topics tend to range from "why I'm here at this group and what I like to write" through specific questions about writing process and problems to discussions of sf/f/h works and debates on ideas of general interest relative to writing sf/f/h. We post an optional writing exercise, and if there are takers, we read and comment on their work. Occasionally we hold ha …

Sub-Parables Christian Writers' Group was organized as a promotional network group for Christian authors and writers of books, music, and works of faith-based family entertainment as well as teaching tools. If Christian authors combine our efforts in the areas of marketing, reviews, public relations, word-of-mouth promotions, and promotional events in order to help each other launch our projects as an array of products, we can all achieve success.

Monday Night Writers: Houston is a spin-off of a group I used to organize in Los Angeles. Since I moved to Houston, I'm moving the group, too! Imagine your favorite college writing workshop: this is what I'm trying to accomplish on a grown-up level. We will share a piece of writing in advance, get together, and critique a few writers at each meeting. Whether you write professionally, are trying to get published, or would just like to hone your writing skills... this is the writing group for you …

BAWL is a support organization for writers of all genres. We hold a membership meeting monthly and host two critique group meetings. We also sponsor monthly workshops and annual conferences.

The Texas Speakers Publishers & Writers is a group of professionals dedicated to assisting others who are interested in becoming paid professional speakers, or published authors. We provide monthly trainnig in the areas of professional speaking, writing, publishing, marketing and much more, details at www.thespaa.org

PLEASE BE ADVISED: Our membership is currently at capacity. We started Write Inside the Loop because we wanted to connect with other Greater Houston Area fiction* writers. The purpose of Write Inside the Loop is to provide a centralized environment right inside the 610 Loop where serious writers of short stories, novels or memoir can gather monthly to exchange feedback and encouragement. If you are a serious writer of short stories, novels or memoir who is able to commit to meeting every other w …

Meet other local readers and followers of The Artist's Way, by Julia Cameron. Get inspiration for doing morning pages, artist dates, overcoming creative blocks and living a fuller life. I am interested in building a supportive community of believing mirrors around creativity. Starting May 6th a group will be gathering to go through The Artist Way together taking one chapter per week and using Julia's tools for unblocking. About the organizer: I am a working writer, have taken several wor …

This is a group for writers. Bringing them together to write, critique, workshop, conference, and ultimately publish. We have a website dedicated to all things words. www.AllThingsWords.com but we want to incorporate those within Houston and driving distance to get involved in the writing process!

We critique each others work to make it better and motivate each other to be regular in their writing efforts. Easygoing social environment  where we share ideas and experiences with each other. Writing Critiques for all genres of writing and poetry. Quiet and conducive environment for exchange of ideas.

Let's make some funny videos and post them online. Hello, my name is Wes and I'm looking to put some like minded people together to produce short comical videos to post online. My role in this would be that of the organizer/creative director. A Lorne Michaels type figure, if you will, who leads with an iron fist and has final say in what goes out online in our name. I may have to crush your dreams at some point but you want that person to be me because I will crush your dreams in the kindest and …

The critique group meets the 2nd Thursday of the month starting around 6:15/6:30 at the HEB Central Market on Westheimer. If you can't arrive until 6:30 that is okay. We upload pages to the FILES area at least 10 DAYS prior to the meeting. Members will read the pages at their leisure, make notes and bring the notes to the scheduled meeting. The group typically spends the first 30-45 minutes eating & conversing. Then we begin the process - we will draw straws to see whose story we will start with …

I decided to start this meetup group because I just keep meeting so many people who genuinely love the BBC television show Doctor Who in the Houston area. We always seem to end up sharing common interests, so I decided to start a group to share my love of the show (past, present, and future) and all things sci-fi with others like myself. If you love Doctor Who, science-fiction television, movies, and books...or if you can just get on board with ridiculous conversation, I want you here. If you dr …

This is a group for beginner and/or intermediate writers who not only want a critique group, but a place to learn about technique and get inspired. I would like to see us meet to critique, learn, and write together (not all at once, but over time). We will not limit genre at this time. This group will focus on prose, not poetry. In the early stages of this group, I am looking for 1-2 people who want the same thing who will serve as a planning committee. Hopefully after a couple of planning meeti …

A Place for Geeks to meet! We are gamers, we are comic book people, we're online comic and manga readers, we're anime watchers (I'm betting 90% subbed), and arcade game players, we're drinkers and smokers  we're midnight tokers (sorry had to add that haha) We're music fiends and book readers, we read xkcd and understand it, we are star trekkies, and star wars fangirls and fanboys, we're the people that dress up at renfest (sometimes as a stormtrooper), we're the smartphone & gadget lovers, we a …

Scriptwriters/Houston is the "place to be" for playwrights of all walks of life! This is awesome group for anyone interested in developing their skill in the field of playwriting and networking with other playwrights within the Greater Houston area. Each month Scriptwriters/Houston presents new and exciting activities that inspire growth and development for you, the aspiring playwright. This year is packed with amazing things: Workshops, Readings, Group outings to various theaters, Submission an …

To give those who love neo soul, old school hip-hop, and underground hip-hop music the opportunity to come together and unite the community of fans. We also provide an alternative to mainstream radio with our Got Soul Sessions Radio and will host events based on the format of the station. www.gotsoulsessions.com

THE ONE-STOP SOURCE FOR BRINGING HOUSTON'S CREATIVE ACTORS AND FILM MAKERS-This is a group for anyone interested in Acting, Filmmaking, Makeup , Film Crew, etc. All skills levels are welcome. I started this group to meet with other Filmmakers and Actors and Film Industry enthusiasts.I am looking forward to exploring the creative art form of film production and acting with everyone.” This group will start a film project using every-ones talent.

WANTED - Bloggers, writers, editors, and content developers for local social media development project. Must be willing to step away from the computer and interact with other human beings. This group is for anyone interested in sharing their blogs and social media marketing strategies. As the group develops, so will your blogs. We are a WordPress development group and will also be discussing WordPress site designs, themes, and plugins.

JoyFul Music School Present: A meetup class for beginners to advance musicians, singers, listeners, & song writers. This is an educational class that will introduce you to some of the most intriguing history of music as well as help you build your skill as SINGERS, & PIANO players. Each class will require you to bring paper & pen for notes. We will do big presentations. We will also allow you to stand and sing or play your instrument for us. This allows teacher to give you free tips every class …

Our members are meeting other musicians of similar interests. Many bands, duos and songwriting teams have evolved as a result of being members of this Meetup group. We listen to our members and respond accordingly. This group is a real success story. Our 'open stage' events are right up there with the best Houston has to offer, typically at premium locations in safe neighborhoods. We ask that members be respectful of each other and keep this a great forum to meet and get to know other musicians. …

Why start this group? To give all musicians, from beginners to professionals, who want to jam (that is, play along with other musicians on-the-spot without rehearsing ahead of time) an outlet to explore their musicianship potential along with others. Our Purpose? To educate members of this group on how to jam-out via weekly/monthly meetings. Our meetings will be designed to give as many people as possible an opportunity to improvise with other musicians across a wide variety of genres. I am p …

Hello, and thanks for checking us out. Some may think we are nerds. Hey, who cares!. We love words, we love the smell, the taste and the feel  of words. Scrabble can be a fun and intellectual exercise. For the amateur or highly skilled competitive player, this is the group for you if playing to have fun is your goal. To acommodate diferent levels of interest, we have established 3 series. 1) Just Playing for the F-Word, FUN 2) Competitive and Fun, Bring it on! 3) Scrabble Tournament (March …

Is there something not 'right' here?? Are you one the 13%-ers???? And this has NOTHING to do with politics or ideologies!!! Do you know what Leonardo da Vinci, Mozart, and Oprah Winfrey had in common? What about Benjamin Franklin, Douglas Adams, and Natalie Cole? Don’t forget Jimi Hendrix, or Thomas Jefferson, or Pablo Picasso, either! You got it, like four out of five of our last United States presidents, they all share left handedness!! Sometimes it’s frustrating living in someone else’s world …

We are a group of people in the Houston area who like to get together and play music.  Comprised mostly of acoustic guitarists, the group also includes bassists, percussionists, vocalists and the occasional hammered dulcimer, flute, and harmonica. In short....if you play an instrument and are tired of playing at home by yourself....this may be the group for you. Look forward to having you be part of the group! Go to the "About" page for more info!

The Houston Tidelanders Chorus is the performing chorus of the 30,000-man Barbershop Harmony Society's Houston Chapter. We are an a cappella, i.e. unaccompanied, men's singing organization comprised of quartets and our large performing chorus. We meet on Monday evenings 7-10 p.m. We are looking for men who love to sing a capella music.

This group is open to anyone interested in the Houston Music scene. If you are looking to get out and enjoy the company of independent music artists, producers, song writers, audio engineers, deejays, and other production aspects then come mix and mingle with us. This group allows you the opportunity to network with others in the industry.

Destination...Art! is a concept that The Arts Alliance Center at Clear Lake has to unite the arts in Bay Area Houston as a way to improve the quality of life in the community, to attract tourism and conferences, to connect the community. Destination...Art! is a vision of connection, education and celebration...of, for, with and by art. I am Dion McInnis, the president of TAACCL, an administrator at University of Houston-Clear Lake, an author, photographer, photography instructor, poet and profes …

This group is primarily for women of Pakaistani or Indian descent. We can meet for dinners and other fun activities. Hopefully we will all be able to make some strong and lasting friendships, find other ladies to hangout with and have fun!