We are currently not accepting new members, since we need to restrict our size in order to allow members sufficient time for reading and critiquing. However, members come and go, so when we can accomodate more members we will open the group to new people. Sorry about this, but you can always check back in a few months. Rochester Writers' Group brings together area writers for critique sessions. To become a member, you must submit a sample of your writing (e.g. an entire short story, chapter of a …

The School of Philosophy is dedicated to helping individuals understand the world in which we live as they seek answers to big questions such as “Who am I?” “Why am I here?” “What is a worthwhile life?” and “What is truth?” As the School draws on the wisdom of such ancients as Hermes, Socrates, Sri Shantanand Saraswati, and many more, students gain confidence in the intelligence that is inherent in the present moment and the unlimited potential that is available to every human being. Writings …

Take the first step on a journey of self-discovery… Dreams offer us insights and information we can use to improve our lives. They assist us in confronting our anxieties, solving problems, and clarifying challenges we face. But because they often involve puzzling symbols, ambiguity, frightening images, and strange situations, they’re not easy to understand. That’s why most people who want to understand their dreams can benefit from talking with a dream interpretation professional who has the bac …

This group is a book club with a twist. It is a book club for writers. Why are some books popular? What makes them bestsellers? What can we as writers learn from these books? I started this book club because traditional book clubs are too vanilla for me. If you are a committed writer, then this meetup is for you. We meet once a month in downtown Toronto. Other events are scheduled as we think of them. Each month, we will chose a work of fiction and examine it from the perspective of a writer (an …

This is just an informal meetup for writers to share their original work of most genres. The writer is given the option to ask for feedback or simply use this as a platform to share their writing in an informal and friendly setting. The genre that would be welcome is poetry, short fiction including flash fiction, short stories even novel excerpts, scripts, short screenplays, travel writing etc. Since the venue will usually be a public place such as a restaurant or cafe and the writer would be re …

We all constantly hear about the Law of Attraction. As president of 2BFRANK (2BFRANK.ca) I endeavour to coach, write and present workshops allowing participants to actually apply these laws. They are laws (not principles), same as gravity or the speed of light/sound. I've written an amazing book on the Law of Attraction: "Live It!  Your Courageously Authentic Life" Living, LoA (Novemeber 2012) I will do my utmost to create meetings and seminars that allow you practical and usable insights to bes …

A Fiction Addiction Writers' Group takes place at Syracuse's newest new and used bookstore, A Fiction Addiction, Inc., and is for amateur and professional writers to gather and discuss their writing projects, critique and improve skills, and encourage avenues of publishing. Open to anyone and everyone writing prose, non-fiction, poetry or any other type of creative endeavors that encompass the written word. Coffee, beverages and snacks are available, and special discounts on books for members of …

Women are rich, complex, intricate, spiritual and physical beings. Our bodies are so magical that they harmonize with the phases of the moon and the waves of the ocean! We are not linear; we are beautifully cyclical. Yoga Goddess celebrates that cyclical nature and explores our four goddess energies through yoga and meditation retreats and classes throughout the year. By joining our community of Yoga Goddesses you will gain entry into the magical world of your  Divine Feminine nature and connect …

Interested in comedy, satire, and all of its forms of distribution? We will meet to network, discuss technique, industry, and workshop comedy.

We are a free screenwriting group, meeting every other Thursday at 6 pm at College Town Bagels on the corner of Aurora and Seneca St. in downtown Ithaca. Bring pages to have read aloud, ideas to pitch, problems to brainstorm, or simply enjoy a cup of hot chocolate while providing constructive yet friendly feedback to other members of the group. Depending on the number that show up each person will get 15 to 20 minutes to discuss their work. No need to RSVP or make a commitment, just come when yo …

We ALL have a story to tell whether it is something you imagined or something you wished you had or perhaps an experience you learned a thing or two from.  This group can offer motivation, suggestions and opinions and other peer support in getting it to the next level,,,hopefully.

Love plays? Love movies? Want to expand your knowledge of productions that speak to all races and ethnicities? Maybe you want to be part of a collective that is passionate about acting, plays, films and performance? Or hey, you just have a fantastic time and meet like minded creatives. This group is for people of colour that want to explore plays/movies written by black or other race screenwriters or playwrights. Once a month we will read a play or script live. Volunteer or be cast as a characte …

Ever think you would like to do some acting? Ever done it before and would like to do it again? What about writing, directing, or producing? Noway this is GEVA or the Arts Council. This is Theater By The Seat Of Our Pants. A bare-bones, do-it-yourself collaboration of hambones, closet divas, and budding control freaks. We have a venue. All we need are the scripts, costumes, props, set pieces, sound and lights, actors and directors who just want to have some fun while entertaining their friends a …

Calling all writers! This small, private group of writers will share their love for writing and bring samples of their writing to each meeting for review/critique. The goal is to offer constructive review of writing samples and help one another perfect their manuscript, short story, novel, non-fiction piece, etc. In addition to critiques and reviews, we will explore other areas of writing such as writing book proposals, finding literary agents, writing a magazine or newspaper query, etc. If you …

Hello fellow writer! Welcome to the CNY Writers Haven--a haven for all things writing. We are a group dedicated to helping writers, published or unpublished, become better writers by offering weekly critiquing sessions and workshops aimed at giving you the knowledge, resources, and tools you'll need to be successful in the fast-paced, ever-changing world of publishing. Our critiquing process is conducted in a nonjudgmental and constructive manner so you can be assured that you, and your work, wi …

This group is for artists that want to learn other art. Actors learn writing, directors learn acting, etc. Be the jack of all traits! Mingle, exchange, grow, learn.

Many of us aspire to be creative in one form or another but we carry within us hindrances to either doing our work or releasing it out into the world. At times we may believe we're not good enough, that our work lacks meaning, isn't perfected, or we don't have enough talent and imagination to acheive what we desire. It may be that we fear criticism, failure and rejection, or perhaps resistant to change and success. Ultimately, the thoughts we think and the beliefs we hold, are what's holding us …