Why I am deciding to start this group?I am in need of having the self-discipline to write on a consistent, high quality basis. Though there are other writer's circles I can join, I want to start one in my neighborhood of Florence in South/Southeast Los Angels and save time, money, and energy from having to drive half-way across town, through traffic, with exorbitant gas prices. Purpose of the group: simply come together once, twice a month, etc. and help one another support oneself in terms of a …

Hi my name is Christine Marie aka depodol & I've been writing since I was 15 years old... My New Year's Resolution for 2010 was to write more and hopefully have something published by the end of the year. I've learned that the only thing that REALLY motivates me are other writers that share the same passion for their writing talent, so I created this writer's group. This group's main purpose to bring aspiring writers together to share & motivate each other into a positive & productive direction. …

(Formerly the Torrance Children's Book Writers) Whether you dream of becoming a published author, or whether you simply want to jumpstart your writing career, joining a writing group such as the Torrance Children's Book Writing Group will help you get started. Although our main focus is on writing for children, we welcome writers of all kinds, as well as those who love to read children's books (Middle Grade, Young Adult, Picture Books, etc). We will share tips, lessons, and learnings on …

The Artist Way started out as a collaboration of tips and hints from various artists and authors. It is a 12 week program designed to help people open up creatively, also helps creative people who are feeling blocked or uninspired, it also helps people who aren't sure what they want to do creatively they just want to do SOMETHING. I started working with the artist way several years ago when I was feeling empty of any sort of creativity. It has helped me and countless others. I tried doing it by …

How often do you allow yourself to spend time reflecting, writing, doing artwork, and connecting with yourself and others? Reenter and rediscover the times in your life that you are most deeply connected to; those that have defined who you are and how you live. Identify the stories that only you can tell, and in telling them, begin to transform your present and future. We are looking for co-organizers to arrange no-cost Signs of Grace Writing Meetups in convenient locations, especially in Lon …

If you are a working professional and a beginning writer who has only dabbled in writing but has always wanted to write on a consistent basis, this may be the group for you. The purpose of this small group of 6-8 writers is to encourage you to write through meeting twice a month. We would share our work and provide constructive feedback to help each other improve. Any writing project you have in mind would work, whether it be non-fiction, fiction, or poetry.

This group is for moms who want to be a part of a community of writers. Join us if you are looking for encouragement and support from fellow writers. We meet the 1st and 3rd Thursday mornings of the month (1st for Writing Together, and 3rd for Sharing Together). All levels from beginners to veterans welcome. Bring your ideas or your work, or simply come for inspiration. Children are welcome.   Our Writers: maunderingminds.blogspot.com sandyhowlett.blogspot.com wabisabimami.blogspot.com …

Meet working high-level entertainment industry professionals face to face in a roundtable events that are similar to business meetings. The ratio of student to guest is exceptional. Usually 10:1. You can ask questions and get advice related to your objectives in the industry. Usually we attract writers but have also attracted producers, actors and composers who want to advance their career.

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… Kelley, Sarah Finn, April Webster, Greg Berlanti, Anthony Zuiker, Kevin Hooks, Ron Schwary, Ashok Amritraj, Garry Marshall, Henry Winkler, Marty Katz, James Burrows, Peter Block, Jeremy Zimmer, Wes Craven, Simon Kinberg, George Tillman & Bob Teitel, John Sacret Young, Mario Van Peebles, among many, many others. This is a FUN, inspiring event where our guest speakers always have a great time – so much that some have spoken more than once! WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Our breakfast attract a diverse g …

ARTIST'S WAY WORKSHOPS facilitated by Chantel Zimmerman. Increase your artistic confidence, blast through inhibiting blocks and behaviors like self-criticism, self-sabotage and guilt, use new tools to increase your creative flow. During our 12-week workshop based on the international best seller "The Artist's Way", by Julia Cameron, we'll use empowering activities that spur the imagination and inspire us to create. For aspiring and working writers, painters, dancers, musicians, and creative peop …

… All talent levels welcome, but most players have been around the block a bit.   I plan on being a bit m ore organized this go 'round so everyone can have plenty of stage-mic-axe time. Jams m   ay cha nge to be all acoustic, songwriters-in-the-round, bluegrass, etc., whatever the talent available and interest.  Watch for details on each meetup.   Generally, we'll meet in a rehearsal room somewhere on the West Side, though we'll plan on a couple out in the Valley, South Bay and Long Beach if enoug …