THE I AM SHELLY BELL EXPERIENCE Welcome to the I Am Shelly Bell Experience. The fact that you landed on this page means you should become one of the "Bad Muthaflockers." It means you only flock to the most genuine, artsy, fun, confident building, inspiring experiences you can find! Who are we? We provide the community with meaningful interactions including poetry events, community causes, adventures, and group gatherings. We are dedicated to bridging the gaps between art and technology by findin …

Self Coaching to Get That Book, Painting, Screenplay, Idea, Invention or Any Other Project Moving Got a project shoved away in the drawer and you can't pick it up again? Don't have a project but know you want to do more with your life? Learn the secrets of getting started and staying going from the emerging field of Creativity Coaching. Creativity Coaching can help anyone---aspiring writers, painters, magicians, quilters, to hobbyist photographers---you name it, anyone who takes on special …

Welcome to the Sci-Fi and Fantasy Book Club! We’re a diverse group of readers of all ages and backgrounds, meeting twice a month. Every second Sunday (usually) we discuss a fantasy selection, alternating between traditional and urban/contemporary fantasy each month. Every fourth Sunday (usually) we discuss a science fiction selection, alternating between classic and modern sci-fi. We've seen so much interest in our book selections, we also open up smaller morning discussion sessions 1-2 weeks be …

This group is for the musician, writer, painter, dancer, sculptor, scientist, photographer, inventor, or any other creative and intuitive person, who is forever curious and always willing to learn and grow.  With this group, I hope the various creative individuals of all walks of life, can come together as a community and have an outlet for their down time. A place where you can chat and socialize with other people who create and have passion for what they do.

We are a group of visual artists, writers, poets, musicians and other creative types who get together once a month to exchange ideas, motivate one another in our artistic endeavors, and most importantly have fun.

Based on the writing workshop model, we will meet at a cozy spot to discuss and dissect some great contemporary short stories by published authors. We’ll talk about what makes the story tick: what’s working, what isn’t, and what we can learn (or steal) for our own writing practice. Then we’ll drink a beer or a coffee or something, and have a few laughs. Join us if you're a fan of the genre or if you want to get caught up on the latest fiction, or if you're a writer yourself and want to learn fr …

Calling individuals looking for constructive feedback on their writing and who are willing to offer feedback on the writing of others. Are you a writer? Do you spend hours, days, minutes, or even just seconds every day, week, or month working on your writing? Have you put words on to page are are unsure of your tone, characters, writing voice, or some other component of your writing? This is a group focused on sitting down and looking at writing and offering good, honest, constructive feedback.

Learn how to access your imagination for: creativity, inner exploration, better decision making, mystery, beauty, understanding your dreams, building inner resources (i.e. confidence), and more. We will use both short imagination explorations and longer visionary journeys. Your guide is Gary Goodwin. He is certified in Interactive Guided Imagery, is a Level 1 Guided Imagery and Music guide, and has extensive training in archetypes, dream work, and working with subpersonalities.

Washington Loves Romance (www.facebook.com/WashingtonLovesRomance) is a book club for the many readers of romance fiction in all its forms with a special focus on the romance authors and readers in the Washington metro area. In addition, Washington Loves Romance will hold local get-togethers to give Washington Romance Writers’ authors and readers a chance to chat about their books and all things romance. One get-together attendee will win a Washington Romance Writers (www.wrwdc.com) member swag …

We are now meeting in a different location.  Our regular meeting place will be unavailable for a few months while it is under renovation.  Please be sure to log in and get the new address when you RSVP. Get together with fellow folk fans and help us raise the roof twice a month! IF YOU KNOW FOLK MUSIC, SING IT LOUD AND PROUD AND/OR PLAY AN INSTRUMENT, WE CAN'T WAIT TO MEET YOU!!! We take turns selecting a song for the group to sing and play (passing's OK). Most of our songs come from the Rise Up …

We are the Alexandria Drummers! The purpose of this group is to promote health and wellness, community, creativity, and fun through music. If you are looking to have a great time and meet great people this meetup is for you. Our sessions are usually two hours with each session consisting of a warm-up,  the  drum lesson, a jam session. Come out and join us for a night of fun, community, and self expression. Music is a “universal language” that has been used for thousands of years as an avenue to …

WELCOME TO BROADWAY BOUND/THE USHERS MEETUP Welcome and thanks for becoming a member of the Broadway Bound Meetup/The Ushers community! We are so happy that you have joined our group, and we hope to see you at our many upcoming events Broadway Bound Meetup is open to anyone interested in theater and the arts. Making friendships and sharing our love for theatre is the main purpose for Broadway Bound Meetup, so participate!" OUR EVENTS (MEETUPS) On our Meetup site, we provide you with theatre ev …

DC Metro Area Health and Fitness Bloggers is a group for anyone who has a blog that that focuses on health and fitness and want to meet face to face with other local bloggers. We are bloggers that gather together for fun fitness events and work together to grow our blogs. We will have meetings and talk about working with brands and learn all about our social media influence. **** Must Have Blog that focuses on Health and Fitness To Join**** Membership Policy- If an RSVP of Yes for an event is ma …

We are a friendly group of people who live in the DC-metro area and are all interested in exploring the works of Shakespeare, starting with the plays. Together, we read, see, discuss, and otherwise *explore* Shakespeare (we will maybe even practice the plays, at least in part!). We welcome anyone with an interest in spending time with the Bard. Hope to see you at a meetup sometime very soon!

DC is home to The Old Guard & The United States Army Band. The Old Guard is the official escort to the President of the United States and they perform in thousands of ceremonies and special events throughout the year. The United States Army Band is the official band for most diplomatic and state functions in the nation's capital. They perform musical honors during arrival ceremonies at The White House for foreign heads of state, diplomats and high-ranking military officers. The United States Arm …

A place for all Musicians and Music lovers! A beginner and Experienced Performing Artist locally (U.S.A.) and abroad. Group of professional Musicians, screened and have good reputation in music industry. A Place to have virtual hot fresh Coffee During shows break, bands who wants to be heard and let the rest knows which part of the world where you in and get a chance to work in Overseas...SO HURRY!!, talks about your own Groups and Music, what type of music the best to sing and play...Tal …

The purpose of this meet up group is to support Spoken Word/Poetry in Washington, DC. Come out and listen or come share your work! There are several venues in the "U" Street area that host "Open Mic" each week. We will Honor Gil Scott Heron, by hosting this Annual Poetry Festival. Please join us at Busboy's and Poets on Tuesday's and Wednesday's at 9PM. Our Annual event was held on August 27, 2009 at the Carter Barron. Our feature artist was Gil Scott-Heron. It was broadcast by WPFW - 89.3 FM, i …