The idea of this group is to establish a community of writers that can learn from eachother on many different levels.  Whether this is through critique groups, free writing, reading, talking, etc. I hope that this group has something for everyone. This group welcomes writers of all levels.  This is based on the philosophy that we never really stop learning.  No matter your walk of life, we all have some knowledge to barter. Or pilfer, as book bandits do (no stealing or plagerism is insinuated wi …

A Melting Pot of Thoughts, www.ameltingpotofthougths.com, is home to published and aspiring writers who come together to support one another  honing our craft, to remind us of the joy of writing, to promote feedback on our work, to keep our publishing dreams alive, and to make new friends and bond with the old ones. Through this forum, we will also use the "Discussion" page to seek and find answers to our writing questions and needs. While A Melting Pot of Thoughts family holds and shares the sa …

Learn the secrets to using part-time collaboration to achieve full-time results with the spin off meetup of the successful San Diego Comic Con and WonderCon panel with the same name! No matter which industry (comics, illustration, movies, art, graphic and web design, animation, costuming / cosplay, podcasting and many other creative industries), breaking into today's media is a full-time job, even if you have only part-time hours to accomplish it. To accomplish that goal you have to find or form …

The Orange County Screenwriters Association. We  collaborate, network and share.  We will discuss screenwriting, writing for television, and filmmaking... a place to come together.

Orange County writers connecting with other Orange County writers. We came together after Nanowrimo 2012 to keep that amazing momentum going and to offer help, support and encouragement to each other as we polished those works-in-progress and began new ones.

This group has grown beyond my capacity to manage, so we are currently closed to new members.  In order to re-open the group, I need 2 people to join the leadership team.  If you're interested in becoming an assistant organizer, please contact me directly. "A blessing for the writers among us: May all your dead ends be beautiful" - Linford Detweiler We currently have two meetups--one dedicated to script review and feedback and one dedicated to producing short films. Both meetups are open to writ …

You can visit our website at http://www.ocwriter.com for more details, where you can RSVP for our meetings in Fountain Valley, California (Orange County) off the 405. The Southern California Writers Association is dedicated to helping writers from all genres hone their skills and advance their careers. Members network and share vital information at meetings on the third Saturday of every month. SCWA presents expert speakers every month, covering a variety of topics. Speakers present lively, info …

You submit your writing, novels in progress, any genre, non-fiction, stories, articles, memoirs, blogs, poetry, screenplays. Other writers critique so you can make it better. Organizer has 33 books published with four released in 2011, next in July 2012. He just finished his fourth screenplay. If you are writing, or need motivation to get started, or don't know where to turn with your work, join us. We are a working group who knows all writers need help. Which way should you go, e-book, printed, …

"Privacy is necessary for an open society in the electronic age. ... We cannot expect governments, corporations, or other large, faceless organizations to grant us privacy ... We must defend our own privacy if we expect to have any. ... Cypherpunks write code. We know that someone has to write software to defend privacy, and ... we're going to write it. "

Unique Classes, Lectures and meetings which are intended to expand your personal power & empower you in all areas of your life. Darshini In Spirit is a (British) INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED CLAIRCOGNITIVE (which is a Medium, Psychic, Clairvoyant, Clair-audio, Clairsentient & other gifts). DARSHINI IS AN AUTHOR, BI-MONTHLY GUEST ON AN INTERNATIONAL RADIO SHOW AND IS ON T.V.. She is also a Motivational/Guest Speaker, Spiritual & Empowerment Teacher (70+ uniquely evocative life-changing empowerme …

All authors and would-be authors gathering to trade ideas and strategies to create quality ebooks. Prose support, editing, video embeds, pics and more bring life to your art.

Welcome To NLPPOWER - San Diego's #1 Rated  NLP- Hypnosis Club! Our group is all about learning and practicing any and all things related to hypnosis, nlp, and related disciplines. We place a strong emphasis on practice and hands on skill building. Our Focus is On Helping You Develop Real World NLP Skills That Empower You on All Levels and Automatically Lead You To the Happiness You Have Always Wanted,  Learn How To Use NLP To Make Life Give YOU What You Really Want. All levels of NLP and/or hy …

There is so much Art and Culture in Orange County and surrounding areas. This group will include a range of events from theater, lectures, museums, galleries, festivals, films, music, architecture, dance, design, restaurants, photography, and more. We celebrate artistry, creativity, and original thinking. We require a clear facial photo so our organizers can recognize you at events. If you cannot provide a facial photo, please write to me directly to explain the situation. We do allow exceptions …

Greetings This a group for polyamorous, poly-curious, and poly-friendly people who live in the Orange County California area, for those interested in, or actively living the poly lifestyle. The purpose is to discuss poly issues and meet like minded people. We encourage people of all genders and sexual relationship orientations who are interested in discussing polyamory. There is no perfect poly relationship. We meet to learn from each other and share our experiences of what has worked for us wh …

Welcome to IMPART . . . The Institute for Mediumship, Psychic, Astrological, and Reiki Training! My name is Dr. Anne Reith, and I have dedicated my life to the training of others as a full-time metaphysical and healing arts teacher. I am a psychic, medium, channeler, astrologer, Law of Attraction coach, teacher, author, Reiki Master/Teacher, and Karuna Reiki® Master/Teacher. I have over 30 years of teaching experience, including as a tenured faculty member at several major universities. My goal …

The OC Japanese Meetup is a way for those who are interested in learning about Japan, the history, culture and language (of all levels) to meet. We have fun outings and events where members can exchange information, share interests, and establish friendships. We are not a singles or dating site! If you'd like to join us please include a picture of yourself in your profile. It does not have to be your main picture if you prefer, but it must be viewable to us through your group profile. We ask thi …

Soft Skills for Your Succes. The mission of this Meetup group is to promote National Association of Asian American Profesionals of Southern California (NAAAP-OC;) Toastmasters Club for learning Public Speaking and Leadership. It meets in Garden Grove, California! You do not have to be Asian to join just interested in Asia Culture. learning Public Speaking and Leadership. We are your pathway to enhanced your public speaking, leadership, writing and organization skills, friendship, professional co …

PLEASE TELL A FRIEND ABOUT THIS GROUP. MORE MEMBERS MEANS BETTER NETWORKING. OC Jobseekers is a place where job seekers, and career changers interested in developing effective resumes and job search strategies come to network and share ideas and stories. Think of this group as a rolling job fair for those who have been downsized, outsourced, or who find themselves temporarily unemployed. Help others find the success they deserve. You can share the information you learn to enhance your life …

Your life is a reflection of your Beliefs. These beliefs - usually subconscious - are the cumulative effect of life-long programming. As a result of past conditioning, we sometimes think and behave in self-defeating ways. Practicing PSYCH-K(r) (pronounced sigh-kay) provides a variety of safe and effective ways to "re-write the software of the mind". You can simply and easily change beliefs that sabotage you into beliefs that support you. It's a way to change your own subconscious beliefs to ali …

We are your pathway to enhanced your public speaking, leadership, writing and organization skills, friendship, professional contacts, and lots of fun! By exploring our website http://8771.toastmastersclubs.org you'll learn more about our club. By attending one of our meetings you'll witness the powerful developmental tools our club offers. You'll probably laugh a few times too.  Toastmasters works! Come see for yourself. Visitors are always welcome. You won’t regret it.

Soft Skills for Your Success. The mission of this Meetup Group is to promote Career Builders Toastmaster Club. We are your pathway to enhanced your public speaking, leadership, writing and organization skills, friendship, professional contacts, and lots of fun. By attending one of our meetings you'll witness the powerful developmental tools our club offers. You'll probably laugh a few times too. Toastmasters works! Come see for yourself. We meets in Garden Grove. Guests are always welcome! It is …

This Meetup will focus on how to recover your true Self (remembering your Real and Authentic Self by getting beneath the layers of lies and old patterns that have been blocking you). We will look at and come to terms with the negative ideas you took on long ago that never belonged to you--enabling you to see and release the patterns they formed and the train tracks that have been running your life ever since. So that you can be become FREE! “If anyone ever told you that you were anything less th …

Stock Traders, E-Mini Traders, Forex Traders, Options Trader, Active Investors and IBD/CAN SLIM Followers! Collaborate about the Markets and socialize with like minded people! The club will mix up a combination of study sessions and social events. Look forward to seeing you soon, Mike Kingsbury Organizer (805) 208-9713 IPhone Alcoholic Beverages Policy: The Bull & Bear Club hosts social events at restaurants and other establishments that sell alcohol. Members that choose to consume alcoholic …

Revision 825 -2010.09.11pst1251: Short group URL http://Meetup.com/u/v7x (for twitter, etc): L6CBY8: * = While the founders & leaders of this group are Unitarian Universalists(UU) and this group is done in the spirit of UU (minus the politics), the names “Unitarian Universalist” and “Unitarian Universalism” and “UU” are not owned by this group and while this group would like to be endorsed by the name owners, in the meantime this group runs independently and by its own funding and no offi …

Armed with both knowledge derived from teachers from The Secret, as well as other resources, we believe we can offer a great study group setting for members. Before joining, please be advised, you must be willing to commit to truly participating in the group. We would prefer having a small but active group rather than a large but non-participating group. The more active members the more accountability we have with one another. Because of this, we do not automatically accept members, nor do we a …

Hello fellow MasterPLANNERS! Masterplan Meetup is a monthly social gathering of dreamers and doers who come together to establish valuable relationships and find new life inspirations to acheive goals whether those goals are social, fitness, financial, spiritual, or professional. You are what you eat, and you are who you surround yourself with...so why not surround yourself with only the best! We believe that building a network based on genuine friendships outweighs a network based on shallow co …

Below is from OC WEEKLY: The BEST NON-DENOMINATIONAL GROUP MEDITATION SESSION Pranic Healing and Meditation With Daniel O'Hara Unity of Tustin It's nice to go to a quiet church and be able to give thanks to Buddha, Jesus and all other "sentient beings." It's nice to feel like no one religion is better than another, to sit around with a bunch of strangers and do a little laughing yoga before settling into a discursive meditation session. This is what Daniel O'Hara's Thursday-night meditations at …

This Meetup will focus on how to recover your true Self (remembering your Real and Authentic Self by getting beneath the layers of lies and old patterns that have been blocking you). We will look at and come to terms with the negative ideas you took on long ago that never belonged to you--enabling you to see and release the patterns they formed and the train tracks that have been running your life ever since. So that you can be become FREE! “If anyone ever told you that you were anything less th …