… We are not here to judge, jury or critique any artists' work.  If artists want critique of work, it is up to them to seek out a mentor in their own field.  The audience and guests are encouraged to be positive and supportive of the artists, not judgemental. Our mission is to have fun and to LEARN ABOUT ART in a safe environment. Respectfully yours, Karl Blomseth, founder Wendy Blomseth, co-founder BTW:  Do you know why the Art Salon was started? Read the Twin City Daily Planet interview: http: …

The Twin Cities Playwrights' Group was created to give local aspiring playwrights a forum to help each other create and develop their new works. Members assist each other by reading scripts, helping with story-line, or by providing specific feedback as requested by the member. The group is designed for those who already have a basic understanding of the creative play development process but who just want a little help from other writers. We will foster an open, positive and supportive writers' e …

If you think Toastmasters is just a bunch of stuffy people sitting around, waiting to critique your every verbal mis-step, think again!   We're a spirited and fun group (you can learn more about some of us here!). Even though we meet early, most of us will say it's the best part of our day. And often the best part of our week! Join us and see! We meet every Thursday morning (except for the last Thursday of each month) from 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. at the Plymouth Corporate Center. Presentation s …

Welcome to the advancing Photographers Meetup Group! Myself and other Master photographers located in the Minneapolis area decided we were tired of photographers not sharing knowledge and secrets with each other due to the backwards thinking of being afraid it would steal their business. We decided the best solution to correct this false way of thinking was to share our first hand knowledge via a meet up group of fantastic individuals who want to learn more.  Join us in our journey! As we grow i …

Welcome to the Dynamic Photo meetup! We are a casual group of photographers from newbies to pros, looking for a casual photography group to enjoy and participate in. As a group we are all aware that times are tough, and our goals in the group is to keep things as inexpensive as possible, and share as much information as we can. We are looking for people to participate in relaxed Photography Meetups, Social Photo Meetups, Creative & Technical Knowledge Sharing, Fun Photography Challenges & Adve …

    Minnesota Writers of Science Fiction, Fantasy, Speculative Fiction, Magical Realism, Horror -- If you're exploring the worlds beyond mainstream literature, MinnSpec welcomes you.        Come to network, hear readings from works in progress, swap story critiques, and talk shop.  Our members range from those just starting out to established authors with multiple book contracts.   Want to know more? Check our About Page, or read one of our group's anthologies!

No degree of separation. No fame. Just writers writing. Authentic. Whimsical. Vulnerable. "It's all true, none of it's true, don't ask." We often spend too much time thinking about writing instread of writing. Our group meets to spend time writing. After we get our coffee, we pick a prompt (phrases, pictures) and a time period of a few minutes (5-10 minutes is normal). For that time period, we write on that prompt, using paper and pen. We then pass the mike around for anyone who wants to read. …

  Tired of New Year Resolutions & Nothing Changes? It is Time To Do What You Always Wanted to Do! Yes, You Can! Writer Power is An Encouraging & Growing Community of Writers & Authors! You Can Do It!   A Positive Approach to Writing and Setting Goals to Write! In an effort to "Get 'er done" this group is for those who: Want to start writing but have not; Have an idea of a story, article, book (any work) & want to take the next step; Have an article, story, book (any work) in progress but have n …