Welcome to the Couples Meet-Up (of Central VA), a place to network and connect with other like-minded (or diverse!) couples/friends to share a coffee, a dinner, an evening out, or form ongoing and long-term friendships. Are you and your partner -- i.e., husband/wife/girlfriend /boyfriend/platonic friend/or significant other -- interested in meeting other friends and couples in the area for conversation, social outings, special events, and more? Wanna' check out that great Indian restaurant i …

To All: Filmmakers, Screenwriters, Actors, Producers, and Crew Members This is a new group I've formed for feature filmmakers and screenwriters and actors who would like to participate in collaborating on projects. This is more than a networking group, we will be trying to set some goals for each member and get people inspired to complete their current projects. For those that have ideas and concepts they would like to make in to a reality, my hope is that this group can help people achieve it. …

Agile Writers (http://AgileWriters.com) is a not-for-profit writer’s club dedicated to helping the beginning writer create a first-draft novel in 6 months.  The process of getting from a blank page to a full manuscript is based on the writings of experts in the field and our experiences running the Chesterfield Writers Club.  It is the contention of Agile Writers that anyone who has a story to tell can complete a first-draft novel in 6 months. Participation in the Workshop is by invitation only …

James River Writers is a non-profit organization that builds community by connecting and inspiring writers and readers in central Virginia. Whether you’re a writer or an avid reader, we invite you to learn about JRW, participate in our programs and become a member today. Please note that JRW does not endorse any product or service on our Meetup page. These listings are provided for informational purposes only to support the literary community as a whole.

The SWG has been around for over twenty years, but is just now catching up with this "Meetup" technology.(LOL!) The group used to be huge, but over the years, it has dwindled down mostly because writers have moved away. Nonetheless, the group, though small at the moment, will soon start to grow and flourish as it once was. This is truly a place for novice, intermediate, and seasoned writers who would like to share their work in a friendly environment where harsh criticism is reprimanded. Even if …

This is a group for creatives in all arts disciplines in the Ashland, Virginia area to find each other for potential collaboration. I believe that Ashland has a lot of "arts" professionals and hobbyists who live under the radar, and are looking for significant change in attitudes about arts both locally and nationally. This is a call out not only to fine artists who might think that the area is not ready for the subject matter that they deal with, but also for musicians, dancers, videographers, …

Come meet other local writers to exchange ideas, knowledge, support, and let the creative energy flow! This group is designed to provide support for your creative project, and a chance to give support to others. We are a serious group (but fun), and welcome both fiction and non-fiction writers. Let's create a great writer's community!

In this group process, women will gain insight and awareness with the goal of shifting old patterns that stand in the way of healthy, happy relationship to oneself and others. Using Mindfulness practice and Creative Arts Therapies such as drama, art, music, and writing, group members will experience a warm, supportive environment while igniting the fire of personal transformation. This group will meet on Sunday evenings:  7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12, 8/19 The cost for all 6 sessions is $240. ple …

The Podium Foundation provides creative writing training and opportunities for Richmond City High School students. Much of the terrific work produced is ideal for live performances which we offer freely to the Richmond community throughout the year. If you like to hear cutting edge writing from some of Richmond's most inspirational writers, we're the group for you.

Join DC Children’s and Young Adult Writers for shop and market talk, social activities, critique, beta opportunities, conference field trips and support for those enduring query letter/submission round hell. We are focused on the children’s and young adult fiction market, but all writers are welcome. All skill levels are encouraged to attend, but critique participation and/or beta reading is expected to ensure the group is as productive as possible.

So, you want to write? A novel. A short story. A poem. A blog. Whatever your writing is, this group wants to get rolling to help and assist you in any way possible. By and large, we meet to discuss the art of writing, the 5 w's of writing (who, what, where, when and why), and the nuts and bolts of the writing process. It is a forum. It is easy. You don't even have to share or read aloud if you don't want to. Just come and listen. If you have been in the closet and just want to hob knob with begi …

Grafted In Fellowship is a gathering of like-minded people who understand the importance of following ALL of our Father's Word. We understand our Father is the "same yesterday, today and forever" and furthermore, the Word of God is a complete writing without contradiction within what is commonly called the Old and New Testaments.

This group is for anyone truly serious about having a career as a published (traditional or independent) fiction or non-fiction writer. We will meet once a month for writing tips, seminars, speakers and networking. The meeting will be mostly in libraries in the NV area. At this time we do not offer critiquing, but will be giving a lot of fun and informational seminars!

A group for Black Gay and Lesbian (LGBT) inspiring independent film makers, actors, writers, crew, construction contractors (for set building), location scouters, hair stylist, fashion stylist, makeup artist who are interested creating short films and or webisodes for the growing black gay and lesbian film industry. We will learn together and from experienced industry professionals- equipment, pre and post production, set up, lighting, editing with visual effects etc. All skills levels are welco …

This group is for anyone who share the passion of hip hop at its purest form. Djing, Mceeing, Graffiti, and Breakdancing. All forms of individual skills are welcome. Anyone who understands hip hop knows individualism is what makes hip hop. The ability to take any art form and make it yours by adding your individuality and flare is what started the foundation that now saturates our world. If you're into writing, drawing, spittin, pop locking, crumping, tutting, or whatever it maybe, this maybe an …

Looking to build a community of people who want to grow as individuals and as a corporate expression of the Kingdom of Heaven on Earth. For people who are totally and completely in love with Jesus and hunger for the deeper things of God. Individuals who want to grow in the prophetic, in worship, in hearing God's voice, in healing and signs and wonders. Join this group if you are interested in learning about what is going on in the DC, Virginia, Maryland, want to make new friends, want to grow i …

Infinite Expressions is a non-profit organization sponsoring AnSistaH Tree - a Sistahood Organization promoting the bonding and togetherness of females of all ages and cultures. The main focus of this group is for daughters, mothers, aunts, sisters, and grandmothers to come together to share their holistic approaches to health, happiness, and healing. The group will sponsor weekend and week-long retreats at different destinations with a focus on getting back in touch with Mother Nature, and the …

"Books on Broad" brings authors and book lovers together in an informal setting with refreshments, stimulating conversation, and an introduction to the Library of Virginia's collection through our exhibition gallery and other programming. Reading the book beforehand is never required-just bring your curiosity and a desire to meet new people. For more information please visit the Library of Virginia's programming page (http://www.lva.virginia.gov/news/index.htm) or call us in The Virginia Shop at …

Thanks for visiting us.    For the near future we've stopped accepting new members, but we may resume later, when we've got the group working to our satisfaction. Do you love to read? Do you read a lot? When you read a book you love, can you say why? When people ask you about the last book you read, do you just say it was "beautiful" or "thrilling" or "I couldn't put it down?"  Do you wish you could say more, but nothing comes to mind? Are you looking for a few more good books to read? You've c …

This is a group for writers of all genres to share their work, get ideas, receive feedback, find fellowship (and fun!), and explore avenues for presenting their work to the public. This group is open to experienced writers and to the fledgling or "wanna-be" writers who are looking for suggestions, guidance, and encouragement along the way. We will brainstorm, critique each other's work, and hopefully create and/or find places to read our work to the public. Poetry and prose, novels and novellas, …

Anthony Burgess was motivated to finish multiple novels when he was told (mistakenly) that he was going to die of brain cancer. In lieu of a mis-diagnosis of terminal illness, this is a group for those in the greater Richmond area who want to take their writing to the next level. The group is open to writers of all genres and all ages, but only to writers who are serious about a commitment to being a productive writer. I hope to find others like me who need a supportive place to improve their wr …

The Richmond Writers Coalition is a collection of writers group leaders whose mission is to help Richmond area writers find the writing group that is best for them. Through our mutual interaction and sharing of ideas, we improve our own meetings and inform others about where to find the best writers group for themselves.

This group focuses on reading paranormal, supernatural novels. People who love F.E. Heaton, Charlene Harris, Kim Harrison, Geaniene Frost, Christine Feehan and many others. Looking for other enthusiast interested in discussing the plots, characters, and writing style of the various authors.