This is a group for writers who write speculative fiction- a very broad term that includes such genres as science fiction, fantasy, horror, steampunk, magical realism, etc. Speculative fiction includes such classics as Herbert's "Dune" and Tolkien's "Lord of the Rings" series, beloved youth favorites such as C.S. Lewis's "Chronicles of Narnia" and J.K Rowling's "Harry Potter" books, and even contemporary mainstream works, such as Audrey Niffenegger's "The Time Traveler's Wife" and Margaret Atwoo …

We are  a group of software architecture enthusiasts who meet to do Architecture Katas.   What is an Architectural Kata- you ask ? Read on... http://blogs.tedneward.com/2010/06/17/Architectural+Katas.aspx   The first time, I did Architecture Katas was with   Ted Neward at a workshop he hosted at   NFJS 2011 in Boston. I quite liked the experience. It was fun and very educational. Three things I liked the most about the workshop was A) I exercised my brain in way that I normally don't get a c …

This photography group is open to all photographers and models interested in studio and on-location fashion & glamour photography. Its focus is to organize photo shoots, offer workshops on lighting, post processing and constructive critique. A unique and exciting feature of this group is its complete access to a large full-featured commercial studio in Bedford, MA. The studio contains a large array of high-end lights and equipment that will be available for workshops and shoots. All meet ups wil …

Meet with other inventors and would-be inventors to discuss topics and share experiences in developing products. Subjects of interest include determining whether a proposed product will sell, patenting, prototyping, manufacturing, marketing, licensing, and entrepreneurship. Each public monthly meeting features an invited speaker on one of the above subjects and opportunity to network. Other special smaller meetings allow invention ideas to be presented and critiqued under signed confidentiali …

Libboo.com is the largest online community of readers, writers and creative folk. We provide free ways for writers to create, collaborate and publish.  http://www.libboo.com The Libboo.com club is here to bring together our 'online' community of readers, writers, editors, illustrators, journalists, etc. We are soon hosting a variety of events aimed a bringing people together to network, talk about writing, exchange ideas and learn more about how we may help you at Libboo.com. Most importantly, w …

I started this group to help authors learn what resources are available to become the best writers they can, produce the book they want, and publish and market it everywhere. The purpose of the group is to provide informative programs and networking opportunites for authors, publishers, editors, agents, designers, etc. to have a forum to learn and meet.

This group is dedicated to getting people drawing and exploring their drawing mind in all different settings. Please join us to discover and explore your Drawing Mind. Each session will be held in a different location and is offered as either a one and a half hour session or a one and a half hour family drawing Scavenger Hunt or a three hour workshop. The Drawing Mind is focused on enhancing and developing a process approach to drawing. To discovering your visual voice by drawing in a variety of …

Writers Anonymous is a social writers support group in Boston. It’s been such a rewarding experience. I originally got the idea for this group while I was living in Manhattan. While in NY I hung out with quite a few graduates from NYU, Northeastern, and Columbia who had started a similar writer’s support group, in which they (the original members) all pledged to write something ambitious/monumental and potentially life changing, their first novel. The good news is most did finish. The main pu …

I love to paint but know I need the structure of a dedicated time to devote to it. And I enjoy the collaboration of painting with other artists to critique and learn from each other. If you would be interested in a standing weekly painting Meetup, let me know. I have a lead on a space in Newton Center/Corners. Oils, acrylic, watercolor, pastel, whatever. Just show up and work on whatever you want and seek advise from your peers. I'm thinking M, T or W night but can be flexible passed upon resp …

The Boston Screenwriters Group is an opportunity for serious writers to come together once a month for review and critique of screenplays. Each member will have an opportunity to sign up each month for their screenplay to be reviewed. In addition, we will also have scenes acted out by professional actors.

Please note that this group's albums and images contain artistic  nudity which requires us to make this group private. Membership is not moderated (meaning you dont need to be 'approved to join'). Please become a member and have a look around. We dont bite. :) This group is for meetups about photography. Some events are free and some require payment, but they are all about photography. My events cover all aspects of photography including studio and location workshops, photo critique nights, digi …

We are a group of ladies brought together by our love of the photographic image and it's power to evoke emotions, unearth memories and tell incredible stories. We are all photographers, individual in our style and vision, but one in our appreciation our collective talents and the evolution of our craft.

The MetroWest Photography Collaborative is a bit different from other meetup groups. We have an actual brick and mortar building with 2 photography studios/class rooms and a gallery for group shows and visiting artist.. We’re located in Maynard MA. just south of Concord, West of Lincoln and North of Sudbury Come learn, teach and share your love of the photographic medium. Whether you are some one who just want to take better family pictures or a serious artist who use photography as part of the …

The meetings will be used for a wide range of Poetry to stimulate our creativity, They usually take the form of reading and studying well known works on the selected theme which, after refreshments, will always be followed by a creative writing session. The draft forms of the work produced will then discussed by the group as a whole and valuable reactions and exchanges of ideas will add to the benefits we all derive from participation. Anyone who is intrigued in poetry or writing could get invol …

Located at the Thomas Crane Library, RICHARDSON Bldg, in Quincy Center, serious writers who live on the South Shore area and want a place to commit to regularly writing, reading material & critiquing if requested. This is a great way to generate new ideas, learn other's processes and meet other local writers. All writers welcome! Thanks & hope to see you all this Thurs! Julie Marie

Metrowest Writers is a group for casual writers wanting to improve their writing and be pushed to continue their stories. Originally conceived by members of NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) Metrowest Writers opens its doors to everybody. The group will include critique sessions about writer's current pieces as well as writing prompts to get the creative juices flowing. You should join if you have a novel in you that you've been meaning to write or if you're in the midst of a novel and n …