KidzHelp Digital Writing Project: Writing with a purpose Kids creating digital stories for seniors! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Are you interested in joining our digital writing for kids and seniors volunteer project right here in Streamwood / Elgin? (Run by Jessica, Braden and Bridgette Nicholson) Most kids love using technology and multimedia. Used wisely, digital writing can help kids improve their writing and help them create writing that …

Our mission is to encourage, support, and cultivate a writers’ culture in Milwaukee. We are a diverse group of writers. We share writing, publishing, and marketing tips with each other; as a result members gain a variety of different perspectives. There are many opportunities to network with other writers published and non-published from all genres. Milwaukee Writer’s Circle has an outstanding editing team and critique group to help members improve their writing skills. At meetings we offer opp …

This is a group for adults in the DeKalb area who are serious about writing.  If you want helpful readings of your work from other writers, and if you'd like to read others' writing-in-progress, this is a great opportunity.  We welcome any creative genres (poetry, memoir, fiction, creative non-fiction, screenwriting, etc.)--but not academic-style writing intended for academic journals. Our goal is to create a positive, encouraging, honest, and fun atmosphere that is consistent enough to build tr …

I formed this circle to draw in those who want to walk together so we can tell our life stories. Also includes those writing their memoirs and autobiographies. I'd love to share my life story with others which I call "Two Step" the story of a Native American woman of the Mohican tribe finding herself, her higher power, and true love which I am creating in written and through video formats honoring oral tradition. This circle encourages writing, video making as well as also reading and viewing ot …

Welcome fellow writers (or aspiring writers). Whether you are just starting out, coming back to writing after years away, or an accomplished writer this group is for you. We meet the 1st Monday of the month at the Culver's off of I-94 on Hwy 20 in Sturtevant, WI. to discuss ideas, critique work, and encourage one another. Just as with writing, this group is a work in progress and will undergo revisions as needed. We know that you all are busy but to keep our membership current we ask that you ch …

Who are we? We're a group of people from all over NE IL/ SE WI who love to write. Our members come from all backgrounds, representing every stage of the writing process, from beginner to full-time writer. There are no limits on genre. Our members span the board, bringing in non-fiction, fiction, blogs, poems, essays, concept outlines, and so on. Meetings generally consist of members reading pieces they've written. They are then critiqued by the rest of the group. We strive to offer helpful tips …

Hello and welcome to Critique This, a Meetup group for serious writers with serious goals. If you're looking for encouragement, direction, interesting discussions and writing support, you've found it! When a writers' group really works, it can be the highlight of your week. I belonged to another writers' group for five years. Having others read and critique my work has contributed more to my growth as an author than any class or workshop. Reading and critiquing others' work, and the camaraderie …

Gather fellow writers, to exchange ideas on topics ranging from basic writing concepts to making that 6-figure sale. The most important component of writing is to keep cranking out pages.  Whether you're in the middle of a story or if you're about to dive in, let's talk about it. I have a few competed features under my belt with more on the way, but  I have gone through the trials and tribulations of getting my screenplays sold--so far unsuccessfully. Meet up with Madison Screenwriter's Group to …

Our group is made up of published and unpublished writers of all types and genres. We meet two times a month, usually on Thursdays. We meet at the Algonquin Public Library’s main (Harnish) branch to read and critique each others work, as well as for “Creativity Cafe,” which will include write-in nights or special workshops. Our goal is to not only to keep the creative juices flowing, but to bring them to fruition by getting our work published. We are an open group – no dues to pay, no obligatio …

This is a group designed for writer's in the area. The best way to improve the craft is through practice, so why not have a writer's circle where we can share our work and offer positive criticism? This is for anyone who loves to write, whether it's your vocation or just a hobby. All writing is welcome, fiction and non-fiction.  Anyone who loves to put pen to paper, or more accurately fingers to keyboard, this is the group for you.

Moderated workshop for people writing SF and Fantasy: space opera, steampunk, paranormal romance, aliens, elves, or dragons, whatever is in your imagination! Bring us anything, flash fiction to epic novel. You'll get feedback from other writers and from a writing professor who knows your genre.

The Fox Valley Writers' Group was formed to provide an opportunity for sharing and friendly critique of non-fiction and fiction, poetry, narrative, and plays.  Our members include health care professionals, professional writers, teachers, a photographer, business professionals, moms and dads, and folks of all types of interests and backgrounds.  Our goal is to encourage each other in our writing projects and goals and to offer focused, respectful critiques.

This is a network for aspiring filmmakers and screenwriters in the Milwaukee area. In addition to creating a community of screenwriters looking to improve their craft and get feedback on their ongoing projects, we're also creating a network of aspiring filmmakers serious about producing local films and building their reels.

Learn the ins and outs of self-publishing on Amazon, CreateSpace, Kobo, Barnes&Noble and iTunes without breaking the bank. If you have a book ready to go, or are thinking of what to do after you finish your work in progress, this is the group for you. Those aspiring to a traditional book publishing experience may also want to find out about self-publishing in order to weigh their options.

The Chicago area chapter of ACFW - The American Christian Fiction Writers gathers published and aspiring fiction writers of faith in a variety of genres. We currently meet the first Friday of every month. Interested writers may attend meetings twice as a guest before formalizing their membership in the national organization and local chapter. For more information about the national organization, visit http://www.acfw.com/

The Artist's Way Circle Meetup group is for people from all walks of life who are interested in working on the The Artist's Way book 12 week course or related Artist's Way books by Julia Cameron such as Walking in This World the second Artist's Way book, Finding Water the third Artist's Way book, Artist's Way at Work, The Writing Diet, and Prosperous Heart, etc. Each person is responsible of obtaining their own book either from a friend, the library, half priced books, bookstore, or online. The …

"We really believe that everyone has a talent, ability, or skill that he can mine to support himself and to succeed in life." This Group provide a chance for Desi filmmakers to meet and collaborate on Indian Film projects. If you are an aspiring screenwriter ,a director , choreographer or aspiring Actor/actress please reach us . This Group is open to all talents and disciplines who are interested in making independent Hindi, Punjabi or Urdu Films: We need Writers, editors, actors, art directors, …

Kids Communicate is a group for kids (Grades 3 - 7) who have Aspergers, or high functioning autism. The group is also for children who have challenges with verbal and/or written communication, but good intelligence. The group will focus on written/verbal communication and social interaction/social skills. (FREE / NO COST!) (See below for meeting dates and times). My daughter is going into 4th grade (June 2009) and has Aspergers. I wanted a group like this for her, so decided to start th …

Meet other developers to discuss your adventures in the world of Perl Programming. Perl isn't just another programming language. It's about making your life easier. It helps with things like system administration, web development, network glue, data munging, and even network daemons/servers. Not only that, but you can even write end user applications with a GUI that works on every operating system.

Project FINISH is an inspiring new group for everyone out there who’s sitting on an important, back-burner, “maybe someday” project and wants to finally make it happen. It’s for everyone who needs that special brand of kick-in-the-pants that only a group of total strangers can provide. It’s for those of us who may have been waiting for: -that exhilarating, magical flash of inspiration -things to settle down at work -the kids to graduate -ourselves to graduate -enough time -enough money - …

Single Concept Adventure Club is a Group of single professionals. Interesting people who do interesting things,seeking like minded individuals for social or business networking to enjoy fun activities, travel and exciting events.

meet once a month to share original poetry and discuss. very relaxed. all poets welcome. invite critiques from your peers or don't, your choice. coffee and donuts will probably be a part of this.

The Suburban Chicago Delphi Users Group was created to help connect programmers with other Embarcadero Delphi users throughout the Chicago area and the midwest.  All skill levels of Delphi, C++, Database, Web and other programmers are welcome! Please join us to: Learn about Delphi and how it beats all competitors in cross-platform Rapid Application Development! Learn about the latest features and enhancements available. Learn about programming in Pascal. Learn about programming for Windows, Mac …

Are you a Actor? Filmmaker? Screenwriter? Investor? Well, whatever your interest in filmmaking, this is the place to connect with other members having similar interests and need of your talent! Even if you don't live near Schaumburg and don't wish to commute the distance, if you live in the Chicago metropolitan area please join the group for on-line discussions and connect remotely with our members. Our discussion group is active and our networking is intended for the Chicagoland area. We target …

Do you enjoy singing or playing guitar? This is great opportunity for songwriters, guitarists, and singers to get together and share music, perform together and just make friends with like minded people. Here you can share your music and collaborate with others on music if you like. It's rare to be a songwriter, singer, and good guitar player. If that's you great, but for the rest of us, this is a place to find those that work together.

Madison Christian Film is a Meet-Up in Madison, Wisconsin, with the mission to bring together Christian filmmakers in the Madison area to impact the culture with the message of Jesus Christ. This group is for Christians wishing to connect with fellow creatives, recruit volunteers for film projects, learn the skills of filmmaking, share completed projects, and just have fun talking the trade. No experience necessary. All are welcome: interested video hobbyists to seasoned film professionals. In a …

Bringing together new media industry professionals in monthly sessions to network and discuss industry trends. We look at all aspects of media communications including video production, motion graphics, internet delivery, cameras, talent, audio, special effects, asset management and new trends. This group is setup by the Milwaukee Chapter of the Media Communications Association (MCA-I). Historically, we grew from non-broadcast television industry but have expanded to include all areas of media c …

***Register for the event at http://www.MilwaukeeJobCamp.org *** Announcing the return of Milwaukee JobCamp for Milwaukee area residents looking to overhaul, start, change or just improve their careers. The third JobCamp is even bigger and better! It will include seminars and workshops lead by experts on Self-Branding, Local Employment Outlook, Networking, Resume Critique, Social Media and more! The first two JobCamps held in 2009 drew over 1500 attendees. Don't miss this event that is uniqu …