"Speak Easy" is a Spoken Word Arts Cafe which houses poetry, prose, music, comedy, theatre and neo-soul food. It is a collaborative work of love between the Afro-American Players, Inc. and EMAC-(Eclectic Multi-Cultural Arts Community). Located in the Elite Cultural Center, this spoken word event houses an enticing environment which is perfect for a cultural evening. It was created to provide a conscious voice to the contemporary themes in our society utilizing various visual and performing arts …

… You should join if you're a creator or appreciator of good poetry, fiction, multimedia, painting, drawing, dancing, sculpture, or undefinable fine arts. I've been involved with writing groups for years, have taught creative writing, organized workshops and readings, and helped publish a few magazines. I know lots of artistic people in the area. My intention is to invite creative people to meet and collaborate.

We read Rumi, other Sufis, and other poets. We discuss what they wrote, and compare translations. Discussion includes personal experiences and sharing about spiritual growth. If you are new to Rumi, you may find this inspiring. If you love Rumi, and related spiritual pursuits, this is a meeting of like-minded persons. Also, the food is good! For more on Rumi, go to http://www.rumionfire.com/admin/index.htm.   For information on Sufi activities and other activities in the Metroplex: http://home.s …

This group explores writing opportunities in the Dallas/Fort Worth area; forms critique circles; and shares writing resources and talents for personal improvement and the greater good.  We welcome writers of all skill levels, including beginners, and our work spans a wide variety of genres, including poetry, fiction, journaling, grant-writing, business-writing, news writing, creative nonfiction, ekphrastic writing, and other types of composition.  Our meetings are nonjudgemental events in which …

A venue for various types of artist who desire to inspire, motivate, empower and challenge listeners through music, visual art, poetry, spoken word, comedy and fun with Christian principals. Hence, Life Through Art.

***WEEKLY GROUP*** is successful only if those attending participate. PLEASE RSVP EVERY WEEK.   If you have a story to tell, a poem to recite, some spoken word to be heard, this is the group for you.  This weekly show is about the art of the written and spoken word.  It allows you to find your voice and let your creative freak flag fly. No experience necessary.  All welcome. Each week you will hear a new story, a poem or spoken word piece from various people like yourself who are writers, poet …

This group is for artists of all mediums; poetry, music, art, fashion, even activism. I'd like to have a group for younger people, to get together in the Arlington area to create art, bounce ideas off each other and meet like minded ppl. Anyone can join that likes art, music, and culture!

Straight with no Chaser, Be Bop, Contemporary, Latin, & Fusion too! Jazz is for anyone that can catch the vibe as we improvise. Jazz is the flavor of cool! Meet other local fans of Jazz to hear and attend live jazz events together, share our love of jazz, and keep jazz alive in our communities and our lives. Activities include: jazz brunches, jazz n poetry, jazz festivals, jazz concerts, jazz theatre, jazz promotions, meet n greet jazz artists, jazz cruises and much more. Bringing jazz lovers to …

We're a comfortable diverse group of people who like to meet, have lots of conversation, relax and enjoy a cup of java at different fine establishments in the DFW area. You can find a morning meetup for breakfast or coffee every weekend and we even come out to play at night during the week sometimes! We are pretty jovial and rowdy at times when 15 or more of us come together and that is quite often! We're a basic, fun group with a lot of great people, so please come out and join us! You will nee …

… Examples of our Meetups: Yoga and Meditation Nights Sewing Classes Knitting Crafty Projects Drum Circles Potluck Dinners Poetry and Spoken Word Mustache Pub Crawls Costumed Affairs Bellydancing Hooping in the Park Healing Arts Sessions with Reiki and Crystal Healers Volunteer Work Guerilla Style "Acts of Awareness" Free Hugs Snuggle Parties Random Acts of Kindness etc....

Education • Networking • Encouragement • Advocacy The Dallas Songwriters is a non-profit 501 C3 organization. Our monthly meetings are the second Tuesday Workshop at the Center for Community Cooperation, First Monday SongSwap Workshop at Half Price Books in Dallas, third Monday Songswap Workshop at Tino's in Plano, third Thursday Open Mic at Dunn Brothers Coffee in Addison, and first Tuesday showcase at the Balcony Club in Lakewood. MISSION STATEMENT We exist to enhance thel personal growth and …

This group is created for anyone who wants to get out and meet people, network, and just have some good old fashioned fun. We are bringing people of all walks of life together and connecting them for a life time. This group will feature events, outings, and community outreach. This is ideal for singles, entrepreneurs, professionals, artists, musicians, friends, family, businesses, and anyone who just wants to be a part of the movement.

… We do not review book manuscripts, poetry, articles, or other genres of writing. We hope to see you there and look forward to your contributions. And as always, KEEP WRITING.