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, informative lectures and workshops during morning and afternoon sessions. A buffet lunch is included. The meetings are always open to non-members, so make plans to atten …

… How: Attending bi-monthly meetup identifying and addressing the needs of our members, such as open forums, positive critique sessions, writing and publishing workshops, and accountability partners or groups.

Writing for work or play, what would you like to do? The goal of this group is to promote excellence and productivity through the skill and craft of writing. Free workshops to set your goals and action plan, then more action-oriented activities to prevent writer's block from setting it!

‎"Telling our stories is the only way we can claim ourselves, take control of our identity and re-frame it in a way that's truthful to our experience. That honesty is a gift." ~Elissa Schappell   North OC Writers - Poets & Dreamers  We are a multi-faceted circle of creative and professional writers gathering at writing workshops throughout Southern California. Our vibrant, active circle represents established and aspiring authors of literary fiction, historical fiction, commercial fiction, non- …

This is a group dedicated to ANYONE who enjoys writing, wants to write, wants to use writing to connect within themselves. Connect first inside and then use the written word to connect outside. This isn't about LEARNING HOW TO WRITE> IT IS just writing and learning about how we can use writing to access ourselves! Hidden ideas, inspiration, emotion, memories, it's fun...join us!

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 w …

  Would a group of  men & women sharing your dreams . .  supporting, encouraging and mentoring you, be beneficial at this time in your life...Our purpose  is  "Educating People & Bridging The Gap To Their Success". We're seeking  like minded culturally diverse professional men and women who will come together to ENJOY meetings & mixers, Raw Food workshops, holistic education, cruises,  poetry,business networking with lots of laughter provoked by some of the funniest comedians around, and best of …

… Since the brain is the most important sex organ we have, this group is interested in: •Stimulating ideas around sex, love, relationship styles, community, •Erotic poetry, literature, and film, •Classes and workshops. Since the skin is the body's largest sex organ, this group is interested in: •Touch positive happenings (from snuggling with clothes on, to skin to skin), •Sensual massage classes, •Flash mob snuggles Since the senses are the gateway to the brain we are interested in: •Sensual feast …

About the Creative Dig Meetup: Meet with others in your area who are interested in approaching life and work creatively. Make friends and revive your inner artist! We will be offering both free gatherings/discussions and paid workshops/events. We'd also love to hear from any Creative Dig meetup members who want to invite other members to attend gallery openings, poetry readings, concerts, shows, etc. Let's support each others' efforts.... About the Creative Dig: This group is led by spir …