… Members create in many genres and have published in a number of fields including: Mystery Romance Science Fiction Fantasy Nonfiction Journalism Online Web content Advertising and PR Plays Poetry For more about our members, please visit http://www.ocwriter.com/

… Or you may be a more 'experienced meditator' who is now seeking a deeper questioning into the 'Idea of Self' - and a more de-mystifying, open-minded, caring 'conversation' into Wisdom, Empathy and what is Spiritual 'Reality' in our Western life-style today + poetry, and laughing ! Yet our modern, eclectic practice is well informed by the unembellished, ancient, traditional Theravada Buddha Dharma for clarity of view. Learning 'INNER-STILLNESS' ITSELF ! . . . is really what Awakens Your D …

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!

Your SONG Your MUSIC Your RHYTHM Your RHYME YOUR VOICE... * Singers * Songwriters * Poets * Rappers *Comedians * Magicians * Open MIC Night  To sign up for MIC time, please email the group organizer. Family-friendly venue.  All material must be rated PG-13.    

Lovers, Beloveds, Seekers, Sages and Seers come one, come all! My name is Ellie Zarrabian, a kindred Ruminator inviting you to share and co-create a group for the young and the old, the bold and the meek, the wise and the fool who all have one thing in common...lovers of Rumi and other Sufi poets and mystics. We are going to meet once a month at a local place on the Westside to share our favorite poems and talk about the spark and the fire that mystical wisdom creates in our heart and in our lif …

… When we reconnect with ourselves and with our environment, we find our uniqueness which allows creativity to blossom in song, poetry, dance, drumming, storytelling. Nourishment is also vitally important in the form of plants - real herbs - which are growing all around us. We can learn to use them as natural medicines and as foods for everyday nourishment. The greatest spirituality is achieved when we are operating in alignment with the natural world and use the best possible nutrition for our br …

… Meet-Ups will be at various places, Diamonds will do Brunch, Mini Vacations, Community Service Events, Spa Days, Poetry and Comedy Shows and so much, much more!!! And for my Ladies who have yet to learn to let there past go, still come fellowship with the rest of us and let Diamond-Lyfe take that journey with you.There are plenty of good Women Groups here but this one is slightly different! So come live the Diamond Lyfe with me and other Dynamic Ladies!!! 

  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 …

Mission: Offer a system to our communities of writers, while developing disciplines through accountability, teaching and peer support. To provide a safe and nurturing atmosphere for writers to further their skills in writing and self-publishing, while cultivating associations with like-minded people.  Purpose: To make sure that every writer has the tools and support necessary for taking the craft of writing to completion and/or publication.   How: Attending bi-monthly meetup identifying and addr …

Sharing our creative talents with each other is an inspiring way to open our minds and hearts. Hosted by Liz Jones and Paul Oliviero An evening of Art, Music and Poetry will be performed at Physique on 6th the last Saturday of the month. Casual Attire and Atmosphere.

… 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 …

… It might be drama, dancing, comedy, poetry or capturing God's beautiful creation trough painting or photography. As a guideline and a friendly advice, in anything you do, let God be the one receiving the glory.   "Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. 3Consider him who endured such opposition from sinful men, so that you will not grow weary a …

… "White magic is poetry. Black magic is anything that works." - Victor Anderson If you are interested in joining the group, be sure to answer ALL the profile questions or your membership will be declined.  We screen our members through these questions.

Bossa Nova came about from a marriage between Samba rhythms, West Coast Jazz musical approach, poetry and the mid-50's vibe of Brasil, especially in Rio de Janeiro. The musical form gained steam following the partnership between Tom Jobim (composer) and Vinicius de Moraes (poet) (which gave birth to many timeless classic songs like Girl from Ipanema and the classic film Black Orpheus) and Joao Gilberto's revolutionary guitar work, among many other factors. The music found its way to the jazz c …

This group is dedicated to a meeting of the minds of Hip-Hop connoisseurs, artists, and casual fans alike. Since there doesn't seem to be another official Meetup.com group for this in the L.A. region, this will be the home for all things Hip-Hop-related.  Events will include concerts, open mics, clubs, maybe Lakers/Clippers games(?), writing sessions, networking, laid-back group outings, or just lounging and discussing the most recent developments in the culture. You should join if you're into b …

… ders to weed out the weak links, haters and sociopaths [thank me later] plus sexy vintage and exotic motor sporte club, golf, basketball, football games , barbecue's , dinner and tailgate parties, culture, arts, opera ,ballet, jazz and music, plays, poetry, comedy ; wardrobe styling events, make overs; mentoring, etiquette workshops, self improvement;  social roster,  philanthropy and red carpet events, yacht and luxury resort co-ed slumber parties, too. Giggles.   Strategic tax planning, invest …