Film Geekin' Productions (FGP) meetup is to align folks that like as a hobby, recreation or curiosity; Digital Video Cinema and Films Movies/Dinner Indie Filmmaking Independent Film No/Low Budget Production Writing The purpose is to connect with other people that want to make short and feature films/movies, music videos, skits, as a hobby purely to see if it can be done. Using principals of collaboration, cooperation, creativity and inventiveness (while driven by inspiration) this group …

I'm a full-time independent fantasy author and love to talk about e-publishing and online book promotion. If you're thinking of giving self-publishing a try, or you're a traditionally published author hoping to sell more books, let's chat.

If you love Cartoons and Animation then come join us.  Our group of artists meet to collaborate on original art at Spread the Weird Animation Studio in the Downtown Phoenix Arts and Cultural District.  The studio has computers loaded with animation software, stop-motion technology, a sound booth and midi instruments.  We invite artists of all kinds to join in the fun of creating animation because there's something for everyone.  Writers, musicians, voice actors, illustrators, comedians and artis …

This group is for writers and authors who want to connect and share their knowledge of publishing/promotion techniques.

This group meets every other Wednesday at Dog Eared Pages Used Books at 2:00 PM. We consider it a support group for writers and would-be writers, with all participants trying to help others be better writers, get published, etc.

Do you have what it takes? Are you adventurous and eager to find answers? Then join us! The Truth Hunters paranormal group is accepting applications for new members. We travel all throughout Arizona and neighboring states in search of the truth. Believers and skeptics are welcome. About The Group The Truth Hunters was founded on October 13, 2007, by John Albrecht. Having had a paranormal experience in 2001, John was fascinated by the possibility of ghosts and paranormal phenomena that he began …

Hi Everyone! This group is for Young Adults in there 30's, 40's, 50's Singles, Newly Singles, Married Couples, New in Town. This is a good way to make new friends and have a good time as well. If you like dress up Classy, Trendy, look Sharp, wear your Fancy clothes this group is for you.  There is so many groups out there but, a group you can get dress up and look sharp and have a great time.  Meet Professional Members and have a good conversation at a classy Lounge, a Fancy Hotel, or Posh Bar.  …

Angel Marie helps inspire you to embrace your intuitive nature and open your eyes to see a new you. Some simple tips and techniques guide you in gaining self-esteem and healing from the past. Angel Marie is an Intuitive Reader, Motivational Speaker, Reiki Master and Coach. One of my passions is to assist you in igniting your inner light. Imagine opening your potential to become a Lightworker, let me have the honor of guiding you on this journey. I founded Lightworkers Gifts because, as a spirit …

Do you love independent film? Unfortunately, indie film screenings are limited here and, even when we do get them in the Valley, they are often only shown for a week. As a result, many of the best film experiences slip through our fingers. With the help of Preston, and George (HG),  I would like to share a favorite past indie film each month in my home on my large, flat-screen TV. Because of limited space, we will limit each viewing to the first dozen people who RSVP. There is no cover charge an …

Generating online traffic that buys is the bottom line, just how this is accomplished can be different for the type of business and whether the business is offline or strictly an online business.... or both. Each meetup has a couple central themes such as reputation management, content and video syndication, fundraising and business offers, etc. Questions that encourage brainstorming are welcome. Naturally, questions on SEO, SEM, SMM are welcome. Future meetups will have guest speakers, who are …

Like to read out loud? Like to act? Join us as we find the character of a story by engaging with others. We use scenes from plays, even write our own scripts from books and movies... Anything that gets us reading and into the drama of a text. Good voice and acting chops are a plus, but I turn away nobody who has theater blood in them!

I have long since been a fan of all types of animation and it seems that there are a lot of people out here like me. I can't believe that there is no community were local animation fans can get together and network and enjoy this great art form, so since nobody else is doing it, lets GET IT STARTED. I have this dream of Arizona being the hotbed of creative ideas and animation talent second only to California. This group is to help bring talented people together to share ideas and love of animati …

Calling all book lovers with an interest in spiritual and personal development. Would like to create a group of like-minded individuals that enjoy reading authors such as Paulo Coelho, Earl Nightingale, Maya Angelou, Deepak Chopra, etc. and discussing how the writings effect their lives and touch their souls. I want to meet with others who can share their favorite authors so we may all discover new works and learn and grow from one another.

Acknowledged as one of the most insightful and provocative spiritual teachers of our time, best-selling author David Deida continues to revolutionize the way that men and women grow spiritually and sexually. His teaching and writing on a radically practical spirituality for our time have been hailed as among the most original and authentic contributions to personal and spiritual growth currently available. Join us in creating a supportive community of practitioners in Arizona and beyond.

We, The Mages' Guild are an association for the promotion of social activities related to Role Playing Games of all shapes and sizes. Whether you are a pen and paper adventurer, a war-games expert, or an old TBA master, you will find that The Guild will help you network with more people that share your interests. Members also include science-fiction, fantasy and RPG authors & artists, and part of the purpose of The Guild is to offer assistance to them, both in editing and in acting as a publishi …

Join our public speaking Meetup and you will have at your disposal the most effective mechanism available for overcoming your apprehensions about public speaking. You will learn how to conduct meetings, how to give impromptu speeches, and how to provide constructive evaluations. More importantly, you will develop into a speaker who can stand before an audience with the self confidence and ease necessary to deliver an effective speech. There is never any pressure at our Meetups. There is only a n …

WE NEED PEOPLE WHO WANT TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF HOMELESS CATS AND DOGS VOLUNTEER LOCATIONS: North Scottsdale and Chandler/Tempe PLEASE EMAIL: jennydamore@gmail.com ADOPTION REPRESENTATIVES: (CATS ONLY position in SCOTTSDALE) Evening weekday and daytime weekend shifts available at our PETsMART location at 90th Street/Shea in North Scottdale. Talk to the general public about adoptions. This role is fun because you interact with many pet-loving people while cuddling kitties …

Welcome! This is a Meetup for people who are interested in Japanese culture & its deeply rooted spirituality. You will also be introduced to some very effective tools & opportunities for inner spiritual shifts and healing. It’s time to connect to our divinity within! In this Meetup Yuko Halada will invite you to various events and opportunities of authentic Japanese culture,art & spirituality. Traditional Japanese arts have a deep root in spirituality. The word “Shodo” means, “Path of Writing”. …

This is a group for men interested in independent film about homosexuality, the gay experience, and the like. We will watch a film - - a documentary, a narrative film, a foreign film -- with a connection to gay male experience, and then discuss it. The focus will be on films with an artistic and thoughtful spirit, not on films that are merely sassy or bound by the urban gay male "ghetto." Also, although Hollywood has made some fine gay films (e.g., Brokeback Mountain), the assumption of the grou …

The web has a content problem. We want to fix it. Care about relevant content that balances user needs with business goals? Welcome to our group. At PHX Content Strategy, we advocate for quality over quantity, strategy before tactics, and believe in asking "why?" Our meetings will focus on issues surrounding the discipline and practice of content strategy, including: Why it's important to create honest communication that leads to relationships How to build understanding and translate content st …

The purpose of the U.L.T. is to spread broadcast the teaching of theosophy as recorded in the writings of Helena P. Blavatsky and William Q Judge. Theosophy is a universal system of ethics and human unity. A synthesis of science, religion, and philosophy.. U.L.T. meetings begin promptly and are free and open to all. The lodge is supported by voluntary contributions of time, money and work. All are welcome to participate. No dues, fees or collections. Ever. http://www.phx-ult-lodge.org/ U.L.T. …

Welcome I hope you can join our paddle community. We are a family and singles friendly group, and often include our dog kayaker friends as well. In Arizona, there are places to paddle all year round, and our paddle club will be exploring many of the waterways throughout Arizona, and beyond. For the joy of floating, and the appreciation of venturing out to some relatively pristine and magnificent natural habitats. Any motor-less boat is welcome, though most of us use a kayak. Float Types and Loc …

We are a group of women who enjoy fictional books of substance. We meet at 6:00 p.m. on the 1st Tuesday of each month at various locations near the Chandler Mall/101 for Happy Hour and to discuss our current book selection. http://hhbookclub.blogspot.com/ We are accepting a few new members. If I get a lot of responses, I will keep a wait-list and there will probably be more openings in a few months for waitlist members to join, as some of our members have some changes in their lives. I will comm …

Our Events Software Collaboration Projects Presentations and discussions on software technologies and frameworks for the web, browser, mobile, tablet and server/backend (JavaScript, C#, .Net, Java, JQuery, dojo, etc) Arduino, robot and hardware hacking. Software Development Lifecycle presentations and discussions (Agile, Scrum, Kanban, etc.) Software Engineering presentations and discussions (Design Patterns, MVC, MVVM, Mediator, Observer, Factory, etc.) Our Members People who write code Ardu …

This fun and transformational free meetup is about you—and your happiness and health! You get to personally experience exciting new approaches to personal transformation. We meet the 1st Wednesday of every month from 7-9:30 pm to explore the infinite possibilities of transformation through energy healing. “Find Your Joy” meetup group is open to anyone seeking happiness, vitality, prosperity, fun, miracles and spiritual well-being. We help each other manifest our deepest dreams. Our get-togeth …

This is a group for Phd or DBA students to exchange knowledge and act as support group for each other. All majors research methods are welcome. We will meet online and in face once or twice a month to discuss new research methods, creative ideas on organizing work, and mostly provide encouragement to each other.

Animal Advocates of Arizona is dedicated to building a more compassionate world for all animals. We exist to give a voice to the animals of Arizona, as well as to raise awareness for all animals in need. Our mission is to advocate for positive, responsible and respectful treatment of our fellow living beings.  The group's main focus in this direction is toward humane education, promotion of ethical and compassionate living, and providing both networking and resources to connect Arizona's animal …

In 2000, a U.N. Security Council resolution was unanimously adopted (U.N.S.C.R. 1325, hereafter referred to as 1325). The resolution was designed to create a framework for empowering half the world’s population as equal partners in preventing conflict and building peace in countries threatened and affected by war, violence, and insecurity, we know in our hearts there is work to be done on our own soil. While other countries are well on their way with action plans, the US seems to be stalled in " …