Are you looking for inspiration, motivation and something uplifting? Come and join us at the Creative Expression Poetry Writing Workshop. We will explore various genres of poetry, from various cultures. We will also gain insight on poetic writing strategies, as well as, spoken word techniques. We will have fun with learning to develop the fullness of each of our poetic styles.

Eve Brandstein has a 30-year history of bringing leading actors, writers, musicians, artists and media professionals together to create exceptional spoken word events. As a major studio & network executive, Norman Lear's casting director & co-producer, a professional director, working writer, perpetual poet & fine artist, Eve launched her Poetry in Motion Literary Salon in 1998, at Helena's in Hollywood. Since then she has presented original work from some of the entertainment industry's most re …

Hello: Welcome to the new “Culture Pub Social Mixers for Creative Professionals.” We have new leadership and a changed the name, redefining the group. (former group name was "art, music spoken word," etc. ) About Us: The Leadership Team runs ---another--- very large and active meetup called "Culture Pub of LA" in addition to this one that visits art and literary venues around the Los Angeles area. It's almost 3,000 members strong and sponsored by LACMA. If you are not a creative professional ( …

Can we STOP with the "everything else" dating clubs, disguised as networking, hiking, biking, slushy-making and whatever else, and get down to business! EVERY SECOND SATURDAY!!! You're looking for someone to hold you at night, and still be there in the morning, PERIOD! Sometimes we just look for love in all the wrong places. I've found that if we can connect in the Arts, we potentially can connect on all other levels. EVERY SECOND SATURDAY!!! R&B is smooth, sexy, artistic, and confident. Poetry …

The Saturday Afternoon Poetry Workshop at Beyond Baroque happens every Saturday at 1:30 pm and ends at 4:30. The facilitator is Bob Foster. Poems are read and critiqued in a supportive and friendly atmosphere. All levels of expertise/experience are welcome! Bring at least 10 copies of your poem (which should be no longer than two pages). The workshop is free and meets in Beyond Baroque's bookstore at 681 Venice Boulevard in Venice, California.

The name says it ALL!! We meet at Lake Balboa Park, CA and recite Poetry. BEAUTIFUL Scenery! BEAUTIFUL People! BEAUTIFUL Words!!! So bring your poems, short stories, monologues, and other (less than 5 min) written pieces to the Lake, and let's celebrate each others creative spirits.

This is a monthly poetry OPEN MIC event hosted by Alex M. Frankel. There are two or three featured poets in addition to the open mic participants. We are located at the historic Valentina Oumansky Dramatic Dance Foundation, 3433 Cahuenga Blvd West in Los Angeles, near Universal Studios. After the reading poets sign copies of their books. This event is a must for anyone in the San Gabriel Valley (or beyond) interested in listening to poetry and sharing their work! We are there every second Sunday …

February 23rd 12:00am to 3:00pm An all new experience in OPEN MIC poetry... We will allow 4 poem or 6 minute read time for this 1st event, future events events will include feature but this time it's all us. 3 full hours, let’s have coffee, lunch and cocktails, this being the 1st one, we need as many people as possible to keep it going. Everything on the menu is reasonably priced & as always, please, a 2 item min for the house LET’S MAKE THIS HAPPEN LRWH is associated with: LA Poets - Writer’s R …

Having trouble finding a cool literary community in Los Angeles? Want to make new friends and network with accomplished writers & literary professionals? Then you've come to the right place! Every month, we host a networking event for writers & literary professionals at a bar in Downtown L.A. or West L.A. We also organize monthly book panels, readings and discussions featuring award-winning writers in many genres including fiction, memoir, screenwriting, TV writing, journalism and playwriting. T …

Social and Professional Networking for Dutch immigrants and expatriates living in Orange County, Ca. This is an OC group for Dutch people who now make Orange County, California home. We organize get-togethers such as a monthly "borreltje" in a bar or restaurant throughout Orange County, we meet up at local Dutch events, and members open up their huis for coffee or other "gezellig" things! Dutch and English are spoken at the events. If you are a Dutch expat or immigrant or family member -  U bent …

In the Words of Womyn is a 10-12 week writing circle workshop for womyn who write, have written, desire to write…anything! The workshop is designed to empower womyn to give sound to our story and volume through our voice through the discipline and practice of the written and spoken word arts. There is no fee or registration required, simply show up with your favorite writing notebook/journal, some of your own writing samples, and a desire to listen and to share. Donations appreciated to support …

THIS MEETUP IS CLOSED. WE HAVE MERGED WITH THE LA FILM & TV MEETUP AT www.meetup.com/indiefilm-169/. PLEASE JOIN US! The AWARD-WINNING Hollywood Networking Breakfast was founded on the Paramount Studios Lot by Sandra Lord in 1993 as a means to providing networking, employment and opportunities of access for industry professionals and aspirants. We serve a diverse, multicultural constituency. Voted the "Best Networking Event in L.A." by Backstage in its "Best of L.A." issue, the breakfast has pr …

Friendship multiplies the good of life and divides the evil." -- Baltasar Gracian (1647) This group is meant for positive ladies who want to go out and socialize, meet new people, get away from the stresses of every day, etc. The Antelope Valley is a unique area to live in, and there are many unknown or untapped happenings...it is always more fun having someone to do things with. I love finding great things to do and enjoying them with girlfirends!! Dining out, Music, Movies, Books, Travel, Fes …

WHO WE ARE: Women, 30 and older, single and married, fun, down to earth, productive, optimistic, diverse, and most of all, looking to enjoy life! THINGS WE DO: coffee/brunch, cocktails, museums, day trips, weekend trips, 'Dinner & a Movie', wine tasting, 'Girls Night Out', roundtable discussions, concerts, plays, ballet, opera, casual get-togethers, trips for couples, potlucks, picnics, karaoke, game night, hanging out, chatting it up, outdoor activities, volunteering in our communities.

Do you relentlessly pursue personal growth? Do you feel compelled to help others? Are you compassionate and sensitive to other people's feelings? Are you a "big picture" person? Do you prefer meaningful/substantive conversation? Do you feel like you have a sense of mission? Do you have deep feelings that you fear no one else truly understands? Do you prize friendly cooperation? If you do, you may be an iNtuitive Feeler (NF). --==PURPOSE OF GROUP==-- Myers-Briggs (MBTI) iNtuitive Feelers (NF) / K …

This group exist to facilitate the practice of Chinese languages by fluent and non-fluent speakers in the Chinese languages. The main purposes of this group is to try to converse and improve in whatever areas of the Chinese languages (Mandarin, Taiwanese, Cantonese, Hakka, etc) as we like and can on mutual topics of interests. To join this group, you should be able to speak some Chinese Mandarin language.   The level should be at least beginner before you join this group.    Most the the group m …

This group is dedicated to a meeting of the minds of Hip-Hop connoisseurs, artists, and casual fans alike. Since there doesn't seem to be another official Meetup.com group for this in the L.A. region, this will be the home for all things Hip-Hop-related.  Events will include concerts, open mics, clubs, maybe Lakers/Clippers games(?), writing sessions, networking, laid-back group outings, or just lounging and discussing the most recent developments in the culture. You should join if you're into b …

Come laugh with us! We've been meeting weekly since 2005. No need to confirm. We'll be there and you'll feel good. Guaranteed. All are welcome. No contortions. Only fun. We simulate laughter to stimulate better health and happier feelings. No joke. Read more at http://www.laughteryogaamerica.com/ - Get spoken directions at 1 626 755 5999 x3 x31 (first dial extension 3, then extension 31). We are in suite 117 (not 118 anymore), in the middle of building in the back, off Banburry Alley (that is th …

I started this group so that people who wanted to practice their freestyle skills could meet up together. The purpose of this group is to freestyle and further develop freestyle and rap skills. Anyone who enjoys freestyle rap and is willing to perform in front of others should join this group; skill level does not matter at all. We will also discuss Hip Hop, rap music and spoken word as well as share written lyrics but mostly we will freestyle. If you come to this group you should be ready to ki …

MandarinFriends.org is a large group that holds meetings in Los Angeles and Orange County. We encourage the learning of Mandarin among non-native speakers and look for making friends with native speakers. Any leve of English or Mandarin is accepted, but we are very serious about learning Mandarin. About Us & Media: http://www.mandarinfriends.org/about Become a member to stay updated with info regarding Mandarin-Chinese opportunities! Anyone in the world can become a member! The Mission Our missi …

Promoting Peace: At the heart of Buddhism is the quest for peace. Our global community will experience peace to the degree that our own thoughts, actions and words are mindful. We must first believe that there is a peaceful solution and then strive to manifest it for ourselves and our world. Our ritual objects contribute to this philosophy and allow for introspection. Promoting Beauty: There is a great need to establish creative ways to prosper. Art, music, and spoken word have no cultural bound …

Do you want to become a great public speaker? Do you believe you have a message that the world needs to hear? Do you want to add an extra six figures to your business through speaking? Do you want to create your own seminars and events? Do you want to start a movement in what you're most passionate about? If you answered YES, to any of the above you are in the right place.  Welcome to LA Seminar Development, Marketing, & Public Speaking Meetup. Our promise to you:  Make More Money.  Have More …

This group is for anyone who's looking for their child to make friends with other bilingual kids. If your child speaks Arabic, Spanish, French, Italian, or Mandarin this would be a great group for them. It's perfect for stay at home moms to get together and get to know each other while our kids work with each other on arts, science, and reading stories in their other languages. Often times there will be a teacher to work with the kids in the native language. My son speaks and understand all 6, b …

Did you know how many amazing, creative, fun, artistic, FREE/affordable, delicious and awesome events are happening in the Inland Empire? Well WE DO! The I.E. Collaborative Creative Community (or IECCC for short) hosts Creative Amazing events that encompass Art, Poetry, Culinary Workshops, Music, and Support and Outreach of the community. We will be promoting events such as Art Exhibits, Healthy "RAWlistic" Workshops, Open Mic events for all ages, Concerts, Wine Tastings and SO MUCH MORE! Thes …

Are you a secret or frustrated poet and wishing to share your poems in a supportive environment? Well then..... this may be just the ticket. We offer both a private and public setting, attended by supportive like-minded individuals. Every month we will have a poetry potluck.  This is held at a private residence and offers participants the opportunity to share their own poetry, discuss other poetry, and munch on snacks together.  It is less performance oriented and more conversational.  The po …

"There is no greater joy in life than the conviction that we are loved." - Goethe Weather you have already found your soul-mate, or want to attract the right relationship into your life, this poetry writing group will help you grow, create, improve, and attract more love into your life. Join Award Winning Poet, Tresha Faye Haefner in a small group setting to learn techniques for finding and creating more love in your life by writing and sharing poetry. This is a super supportive environment, wit …

"The dreamers of the day are dangerous people. For they dream their dreams with open eyes, and make them come true.” ~D.H. Lawrence Poets and Dreamers Between our three related groups, Poets and Dreamers thrives as a multi-faceted circle of over one thousand professional and creative writers who gather throughout Southern California. Our vibrant, active circle represents established and aspiring authors of commercial fiction, non-fiction, memoir, romance, crime and legal fiction, short fiction …

This is a group for people who play with words. We are theNewerYork Press, a magazine of experimental literature and a group of literary-inclined folk who throw "literary carnivals" and workshops. Our event, "theCarny," is hosted on the West and East side of LA. It is part performance, part open mic, part workshop, and part literary playtime. We invite writers, actors, readers, and anybodies to meet and perform rehearsed pieces from our print magazine, read unheard pieces, play word games, make …