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The NY Culture Circle A monthly gathering where we each take turns sharing our favorite art or culture: songs, poems, stories, paintings, photos, etc?. We each bring something, created either by us or by others, present it, and then respond to each other's offerings. Meetup topics: Poetry, Cultural Creatives, Culture Circle, Writers, Artists & Musicians	0.5 miles away in New York, NY	464 Passionate & Creative People
WILD WEDNESDAYS!!! POETRY/MUSIC OPEN MIKE Group Every Wednesday!!! Open Mike for poets/musicians/dancers and performance art of any kind. This open mike is without censorship, designed for openess and total expression of the arts of music and poetry. From a rant to a chant to a lyric!!! Meetup topics: Musician, Poetry, Acoustic, Writers, Artists & Musicians	0.7 miles away in New York, NY	372 poets and musicians
The MOUTH! The Open Mic & Talkfest for Women Gather with other locals who want to participate in story telling or collaborative visual and performance art projects! Whether you're telling a story, painting a mural, putting on a musical performance, or just sharing ideas, meet others who want t… Meetup topics: Poetry, Group Art, Women's Social, Writers, Artists & Musicians	0.7 miles away in New York, NY	39 Performers and Non-Performers
Poetic Cinema Want to make films that aren't just about profits? This is a group that will attempt to bring people together who have a more poetic attitude toward cinema. We wish to make narrative films that aren't pure storytelling but use the elements of poetr… Meetup topics: Poetry, Film Industry, Writers, Art	1.4 miles away in New York, NY	65 Film People
We Write Books and Songs in NYC Poems, Songs, Artists Come Share Your Craft With Our Group We'll Publish A Book! That's my Haiku. I have evolved this group as an active meetup of writers and other artists who want to do a bit more than just share their craft. We will be publ… Meetup topics: Poetry, Social Networking, Writers, Artists & Musicians	2.1 miles away in Hoboken, NJ	15 Social Networkers	No recent ratings
Poems for Pockets Meetup on April 17 Please join us at 8 a.m. at the information booth in Grand Central Station to hand out poems to commuters on April 17, 2008--Poem In Your Pocket Day! We'll provide the poems to hand out. Join Academy staff members and poetry enthusiasts by "meeti… Meetup topics: Poetry, Writers, Book Club	2.1 miles away in New York, NY	9 readers	No recent ratings
Passion and Poetry Brooklyn Poetry Meetup Group Passion and Poetry..an opportunity to express your passion, whatever direction that may take, through poetry. A chance to speak from the soul, heart, mind and body. Join us for this monthly experience, the last Saturday of each month, at Brooklyn's o… Meetup topics: Poetry, Zen Poetry, Beat Generation	5.1 miles away in Brooklyn, NY	14 Poets	Join Today!
Shah Echelon Hip-Hop Poetry Movement Our mission is to educate, enhance, and perserve hip-hop music and culture through the art of spoken word. We are always looking for poets and artists to support this cause and to build relationships to strengthen our presence within the community.… Meetup topics: Hip Hop, Poetry, Theater & Performance Art, Hip Hop Convention	8.6 miles away in Brooklyn, NY	56 Members
The Cantos: Pound & Co. Reading Group There are James Joyce reading groups here in New York. There is a prominent Proust reading group. There are Dante, Cervantes, and Shakespeare societies. There are Tolkien gatherings, and soon there will be Harry Potter groups assembling, no doubt.… Meetup topics: Poetry	9.1 miles away in Brooklyn, NY	14 Poundians
The Bronx Poetry Meetup Group Meet other local Poets or people who who love poetry to share your work or favorite poems, and have fun! Meetup topics: Poetry	9.9 miles away in Bronx, NY	51 Poets
Rhyming Poets International WE ARE OPEN TO ALL STYLES IF IT RHYMES WE GET SMILES. 'A moth undergoes metamorphosis, To become a beautiful butterfly. Rhyming Poets make melodies. So, why don't you give it a try?' - S. Basu. Rhyming Poetry is the mother of all songs. Rhy… Meetup topics: Hip Hop, Poetry, Singers & Songwriters, Writers	10.5 miles away in Newark, NJ	97 Rhyming Poets
The Upper Manhattan/Bronx "Spoken Word Poet" Meetup Group Did you know that reciting poetry is one of the oldest forms of artistic expression from Homer to Shakespeare? Are you a fan of the "Spoken word," and poetry slams? Meet other local Spoken Word Poets or people who love poetry. Come to share your poe… Meetup topics: Poetry	11.4 miles away in Bronx, NY	163 Poets
YJSOAH! Pronounced "why-ji-sow-ah", YJSOAH stands for Your Joy is the Source of All Happiness. As we create our own happiness, we can't help but pass it on to others around us. This extraordinary group allows participants to do just that! Everyone ge… Meetup topics: Poetry, Acting, Unsigned Bands, Culture Circle	13.6 miles away in Mount Vernon, NY	14 People interested in Culture	No recent ratings
BeHEARD BeJUDGED Poetry Slam Series, Workshops, etc We are looking to build a strong group of Spoken Word and Slam Poets to get a North Jersey Poetry Slam series off the ground. There are three main venues in New York City that push this art form : Nuyorican Poets Cafe, Bowery Poetry Club, and Lou… Meetup topics: Poetry, Writers, Cross Cultural, Creative Circle	15.9 miles away in Totowa, NJ	4 BeHEARD Poets
I.N.K.-Interesting North Jersey Kopywriters Meet other local writers and let creativity bloom! Come to a Writers Meetup to review work, trade literary tips, make friends and have fun! All writers -- and should-be writers -- are welcome! Meetup topics: Poetry, Singles, Writers, Book Club	19.4 miles away in Waldwick, NJ	17 Scribblers
The Monmouth Writer's Group Meet other local writers and let creativity bloom! Come to a Writers Meetup to review work, trade literary tips, make friends and have fun! All writers -- and should-be writers -- are welcome! Meetup topics: Poetry, Writers, Writer's Block, Indie Publishing	26.6 miles away in Holmdel, NJ	19 Writers who love it!!!
WESTCHESTER OPEN MIC MEETUP Are there any singers out there? Poets? How about musicians? Can you do a magic trick? Maybe your good at telling a story or maybe you just want to make some funny faces! Whatever you do or would like to do, come to our "WESTCHTER OPEN MIC MEETUP", w… Meetup topics: Musician, Poetry, Comedy, Social Networking	28.5 miles away in Pleasantville, NY	51 OPEN MIC FUN SEEKERS
Rhyming Lines of Morris County A group of like minded people who have a different way of seeing the world in verse. Meetup topics: Poetry	31 miles away in Randolph, NJ	5 Poets	No recent ratings
First Friday Open Mic Poetry Sharing poetry in a supportive environment, with a monthly host and musical interludes. Refreshments served. $5 donation. Meetup topics: Poetry	32.8 miles away in Croton on Hudson, NY	11 Poets
Central Jersey Cultural Art Expression & Spoken Word Attend a relaxed holistic atmosphere with other local performers who are published or aspiring poets, artist, writers, singers or just people who love performance art and want to encourage each others talent by cheering and make a new friend while yo… Meetup topics: Poetry, Writers, Music Business	44.4 miles away in Princeton, NJ	27 Performance Artist

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Name	Location	Date joined
~Mary~ “ Hi meetup-peepz! I'll move from Germany to ATL around the wintertide. I hope to find some ppl who dig the same as I do and to work with :)! ” Interests: This member has chosen not to share their interests.	Bronx, NY	Jul 19, 2008
Elly Interests: This member has chosen not to share their interests.	Tenafly, NJ	Jul 16, 2008
Bubika Interests: This member has chosen not to share their interests.	Fair Lawn, NJ	Jul 14, 2008
John F. Interests: Poetry, Vegan, Organic, Vegetarian, Whole Food Nutrition, more	Valley Cottage, NY	Jul 7, 2008
Gail “ I'm not idol worshipping or anything... but, everyone has a voice in their head... to rationalize and make sense out of the world... for some is mom or a teacher... for me its Saul Williams :) ” Interests: Poetry, Race Relations, Yoga, Chess, Social Networking, Natural Hair, more	New York, NY	Jun 30, 2008
Chef E “ I am a mid-forty year old Texas transplant who loves the L Word and would love to meet others who like it as much as I do. Spoken Word venues are where its at as well! ” Interests: This member has chosen not to share their interests.	Princeton, NJ	Jun 29, 2008
Saira Interests: This member has chosen not to share their interests.	New York, NY	Jun 16, 2008
Julie “ Creative Writing, Poetry and Yoga for the Soul ” Interests: Poetry, Writer's Block, The Artist's Way, Writers, Community/Mail Art, more	Hartsdale, NY	Jun 14, 2008
Dr. Swapan Basu “ I am from Bengal, India and love poetry and politics. I would like to meet like minded friends. ” Interests: Poetry, Writers, Singles, Democracy for America, Democratic Party, more	Newark, NJ	Jun 13, 2008
Pekky Interests: This member has chosen not to share their interests.	New York, NY	Jun 3, 2008
Matthew Interests: Poetry, Universalism, Unitarians, Pantheism, Gaiaism, more	Elmwood Park, NJ	Jun 2, 2008
G “ I want to develop new long-lasting friendships and network with everyone. Peace... ” Interests: This member has chosen not to share their interests.	Brooklyn, NY	May 30, 2008
Sherlon “ I want local Black Professionals Meetups because it would be interesting to meet people from the Jersey Shore ” Interests: This member has chosen not to share their interests.	Belmar, NJ	May 18, 2008
thea “ Hi: I have not finished a screenplay; yet have written a one-act play that had a staged reading at the Garrison Depot theatre. I am a published poet, and have a BA in creative writing, etc. I'd like to learn the fundamentals of the screenwritin ” Interests: Poetry, Karaoke, Screenwriters, Writers, Active Dogs, more	White Plains, NY	May 13, 2008
Pamela - noStupidQuestions “ I'm very interested in freedom of information and privacy issues, and the protection thereof. I freecycle like a madwoman, and love the vibe it gives me, both offering and receiving. Avid reader, writer, and wordmonger. ” Interests: Poetry, Democratic Party, Frugal Living, Freecycle, Community Salvage, more	Flemington, NJ	May 13, 2008
SMurphy487 “ I have been a writer since I was eight and I write poems, short stories and even a novel I have been working on since I was 16. I love a good cup of coffee, the smell of a new book, and good conversation with others. ” Interests: Poetry, Writer's Block, Dining Out, NaNoWriMo Monthly, Reporters and Journalists, more	Westfield, NJ	May 11, 2008
Colin Interests: This member has chosen not to share their interests.	Astoria, NY	May 10, 2008
Daniel Lichtenberg Interests: Poetry	Astoria, NY	May 10, 2008
greg Interests: Poetry, Philosophy	Astoria, NY	May 10, 2008
monica Interests: Poetry, Community Builders	Astoria, NY	May 10, 2008
samuel Interests: Poetry, Stand-Up Comedy	Brooklyn, NY	May 10, 2008
Kristin “ Hello there! I've always loved poetry and have recently begun to write myself. I'd like to develop this interest while meeting new people with the same agenda. I'm new to Astoria and would like to make some friends in the area as well. Looking fo ” Interests: Poetry	New York, NY	May 10, 2008
Emma Interests: Poetry, Group Art, Empath, Guitarist, Folk Music, more	New York, NY	May 10, 2008
Kristin Interests: This member has chosen not to share their interests.	New York, NY	May 10, 2008
tori humpert Interests: Poetry, Community Builders	Astoria, NY	May 10, 2008
KAREN VALLEJO Interests: Poetry, Stay At Home Moms	Union City, NJ	May 10, 2008
corinne Interests: Poetry, Singles	Bayside, NY	May 10, 2008
Mike Interests: This member has chosen not to share their interests.	Woodhaven, NY	May 10, 2008
LadyBard “ I want local Writers Meetups because I want to share stories, poetry and ideas with other writers and to get feedback from them as to how they handle finding time to write and getting significant others to see that it's not a waste of time!!! ” Interests: Poetry, Writers, Writers, Artists & Musicians, Wine, Consumers, more	Astoria, NY	May 10, 2008
H880L Interests: This member has chosen not to share their interests.	New York, NY	May 10, 2008
Nicos Alexiou “ Greek-born, live in Astoria since the mid-80s. I have published a billingual trilogy titled "The Garden of Lost Vespers: Poems 1983-2003". Long term member of the Hellenic Public Radio, Cosmos-FM, 91.5; Produce/Host of "On the Air With the Arts" ” Interests: Poetry	Astoria, NY	May 10, 2008
Loredana Interests: Poetry	Astoria, NY	May 10, 2008
zepp Interests: Poetry, Bollywood, Book Club, Ballroom Dancing, Salsa, more	Astoria, NY	May 10, 2008
Melanie “ Hey! I'm hoping to meet fellow graphic designers. I'm a senior majoring in graphic design.. soon to graduate.. lookng to practice and learn new ideas. ” Interests: Poetry, Graphical User Interfaces	New York, NY	May 10, 2008
luca Interests: Poetry, Community Builders	Astoria, NY	May 10, 2008
Carla “ I've been writing since I was old enough to pick up a pen. Obviously, my writing has changed a lot since then (or at least, I hope it has). ” Interests: Poetry, Writers	West Hempstead, NY	May 10, 2008
mendy “ I am in love with poets and poetry. this week we lost a soul of one of the best writers in history Norman Mailer, just trying to rekindle an old spark... ” Interests: Poetry	Astoria, NY	May 10, 2008
E-Knee “ my name is O'Dat and now you No'Dat ” Interests: Poetry	New York, NY	May 10, 2008
Mike Wallenstein Interests: Poetry	Brooklyn, NY	May 10, 2008
tracy mcdowell “ i wanna be buff ” Interests: Poetry, Fitness	New York, NY	May 10, 2008
AJ Interests: Poetry	Mamaroneck, NY	May 10, 2008
Claude Interests: Poetry, Roleplayers, Movie Fans, Stand-Up Comedy, Singles	Flushing, NY	May 10, 2008
Yolanda Allen “ Hi wearing my natural hair has been a challenge but I am trying to stick with it....would love to meet other natural women near me!!! ” Interests: Poetry, Entertainment Industry, Fashion Industry, Natural Hair, Coffee, more	New York, NY	May 10, 2008
Christopher Booth Interests: This member has chosen not to share their interests.	New York, NY	May 10, 2008
leontine temsky Interests: Poetry	Nyack, NY	May 10, 2008
Cynthia Interests: Poetry, Stand-Up Comedy, Jazz, Brunch Club	New York, NY	May 10, 2008
Viannah “ I don't get anything done ever. It's getting really bad. Help! ” Interests: Poetry, Procrastinators, Declutter, Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder	Brooklyn, NY	May 10, 2008
Elaine Interests: Poetry, Social Networking, Book Club, Dance Dance Revolution	New York, NY	May 10, 2008
nabanita “ i write scattered poetry on and off,would like to have an honest opinion about them to find out if its garbage or some substance ” Interests: This member has chosen not to share their interests.	Jamaica, NY	May 10, 2008
Robyn Interests: Poetry, Local Politics, Philosophy	New York, NY	May 10, 2008
jon “ adventurer ” Interests: Poetry	Brooklyn, NY	May 10, 2008
gila Interests: Poetry, Bollywood, Indian Music, Hindi Language, Arabic Language	New York, NY	May 10, 2008
David Helms “ Hi All , I would like to meet people who share an interest in poetry and would like to make some new friends. ” Interests: Poetry	New York, NY	May 10, 2008
Emy Interests: This member has chosen not to share their interests.	New York, NY	May 10, 2008
randy Interests: Poetry, Night Life, New In Town, Salsa	New York, NY	May 10, 2008
Mohammed “ UNIVERSAL MESSAGE TITLED: FAITH HOPE LOVE HAVE FAITH,FIND HOPE,LOVE YOURSELF FIRST BEFORE YOU LOVE SOMEONE ELSE FROM THE LAST ONE TO THE FIRST ONE THIS MESSAGE IS FROM THE BIG ONE AND IT'S FOR EVERYONE! FREE THE MIND FREE THE MASSES FREE THE LAND ” Interests: Poetry, New and Expecting Parents, Latin American Authors, Farsi Language, Islam, more	New York, NY	May 10, 2008
Felix Cat Interests: Poetry, Ron Paul