Welcome to the West Valley Writer's Critique Group! This group is set up to serve writers in the West Valley and greater Metro Area. We draw on the experience of the East Valley and Central Phoenix Writing workshops to help foster the community here in the West Valley. Our group is a forum in which  fellow writers can join to discuss creative writing in all it's forms--from poems to short stories and novels. All skill levels are welcome to join.

There are a lot of writer and literary groups out there! We are a smaller group that focuses a little more closely on personal and creative growth in our writing. We welcome you to check us out! Our Motto: "Assist, not assault!" We meet on the first and third Wednesdays each month at 7pm at Arrowhead Barnes & Noble and operate through cooperative critiquing. Prospective memebers are requested to attend one meeting, to see firsthand how we operate. If you're still interested, we'll activate your …

The West Valley Writers Workshop (WVWW) is organized by writers for writers. Our whole purpose is to help you get published. And if you're already published (and several of our regular members are!) we'll help you become even more successful. Some writers groups are social affairs, we're a bit different. We meet for three hours (09:30 AM-12:30PM) on the first Saturday of each month at the Avondale Public Library, 11350 W Civic Center Drive, Avondale, AZ 85323. Enter through the northernmost door …

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.

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.

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.

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 …

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 …

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.  …

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”. …

The purpose of this Project is to establish a functioning network of people who are interested in exploring their Immortal Bloodlines and Soul Origins. Through this Gathering, we will be able to better understand our unique gifts, meet one another for support and guidance, discover our specific life callings, fulfill our personal destinies, and improve our planet by combining our "magical" energies. Our Members come from all walks of life, all cultures, and all ages. We find that most are inter …

Send Out Cards is a high-tech, high-touch way to stay in contact with your friends, family and clients. Ads in the phone book, direct mail marketing with your logo all over it , and impersonal communication on your company letterhead is "Dinosaur Marketing"! It's time to learn how a fast, easy way to send a REAL card, in a REAL envelope, with a REAL stamp from your own computer with revolutionize how you send out greeting cards. No more standing in line at the Post Office for stamps, and get …

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 …

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!

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 …

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.

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 …

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. …

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 …

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 …

Events to collaborate on projects, discuss emerging technologies, solve common problems and share experiences pertaining to the development of software that targets different types of customers, various platforms and executes on different types of devices. Our members are professionals that write code, tinker with hardware, discuss software development methodologies (Agile, SCRUM), collaborate on fun or impactful projects, enjoy learning and sharing with other professionals in our community.

I want to create a setting for like minded people to come together once a week to share ideas and information about there journeys to create there own online ventures in blogging, online stores, podcasting, and any other creative capacity. People who are just getting started and who have had success and are looking to take there ideas further. Creating is fun making it work online is difficult together we can help each other and grow.

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 " …