As writers, we sometimes need to get away from the everyday grind that monopolizes our time, energy and creativity. It helps if we can escape the "rat race" and rediscover the craft and pleasure of our writing in a relaxed and enjoyable setting. The Ohio Writers Retreats membership group was organized in 2009, to help us escape for a weekend or just a day. We'll feature, sponsor, co-sponsor and present writing retreats that offer getaway options closer to home, here in Ohio. The current weather …

We will have a weekly open drawing session with a live model. Anyone who wants to draw is welcome.

WELCOME TO ONENESS SPIRIT FAIR! This is a business and social networking group for metaphysical entrepreneurs,psychics,energy healers,shamans,mediums,artist, musicians,craftspeople. ONENESS SPIRIT FAIR "WE HONOR ALL SACRED TRADITIONS " We host theme based Psychic Fairs in Pittsburgh as well as have 4 ( Starting Soon ) times a year larger festivals ! We pull our healers,vendors and psychics from this meetup. To participate in these events professionally one must belong to the meetup an …

Models, Photographers, Make up artists, Hair and Wardrobe professionals, Art Directors, and other enthusiasts looking to meet in order to network, share ideas, collaborate, and commune for various events such as photo shoots, educational workshops, and related happenings. Our name North East Ohio Glamour & Fashion Photography (NEOG&F) clearly indicates what this group is all about, Glamour & Fashion Photography. Come out and meet new people that can possibly help you fulfill your artistic visi …

There are a lot of activities in Pittsburgh that are free, or almost free - free days at museums, free concerts and films, free outdoors festivals, free cultural events ... . In addition to these (can't beat the price!), we'll post "almost free" ones where the cost is low (usually at most $5) compared to the fun that can be had. We're always looking for more ideas. If you have one, add it to our calendar as a "suggestion" ... and let me know so that I can turn it into a Meetup event.

Everyone is welcome artsits and nonartists alike . Visual and performing artist wanting to share, explore and take art to a new level. Plus contribute their Efforts to connect the community and those with dementia  together in a one of kind leading edge venue:Arts for Alzheimer's Visual and Performing Art Center.  Create , Sing,  Play and have Fun

We sing and support 4 part harmony in the barbershop style as the Pittsburgh Metro Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society. We meet every Monday evening around 7:15 at Trinity Christian School, 299 Ridge Ave, Forest Hills, Pa. 15221.  This is a growing, energetic group of men who like to sing and socialize. Musical selections can include everything from the 40's to the Beatles and beyond. Singers from all levels of talent are welcome.  Our members range from High Schoolers to retirees, so all …

Martial artists of all abilities and levels eager to learn more and train better.

Looking to meet, greet, and unite with other fellow crafty people out there. I'm relatively new to the craft world, but I find it very exciting and a lot of fun to do. While I, myself am located in the Brookline area, I am looking for some crafters, artists, crocheters, and creative individuals from anywhere in Pittbsburgh looking to create, share, and combine ideas! We can meet in public places (coffee shops, libraries, etc.) or if things really get rolling as we get comfortable with each other …

A group where informal artists (any genre) can display their talents, gain feedback on single projects and advice from other artists. Whether you paint, sketch, illustrate, sculpt, woodwork, tattoo, teach... whatever it is you do... this is the group for you.

This group is for Christians that desire to be educated, inspired and motivated on how to incorporate the principles from the Word in  practical situations for everyday living.  Join us and learn how to be the salt of the world. Each meeting we will tackle a tough issue in business - and learn how to apply the principles God set before us in His Word with respect to conducting business in a godly way. Enjoy open networking before and after each meeting with like-minded professionals. Currently …

Raven's Nest Gallery hosts art gatherings, author readings, book signings, indie film screenings and nonprofit fundraisers in Cleveland.

We are a PEER TO PEER critiquing/support group who meets up once or twice a month to critique each other’s written work, brain storm story ideas or ideas to help advance story ideas and writer’s block, and support each other’s work. We are not editors or publishers, although some who attend our group publish their own blogs, short stories, or novels through self-publishing or publishing houses. Our knowledge comes from being readers in various genres, workshops we attend, books we have researche …

This is a group for Photographers, Models, Make-Up Artists, Artists, and anyone else to get together and make art! Meetups are always FREE and are held in our private, well equipped home studio. Lights, modifiers, backdrops, props, a full dressing/make-up room all make for a great environment to collaborate in a relaxed environment. There will never be a charge for anything. This is a great place to share and create so Join Us Now!

Do you have a desire to dance or perform again? Are you a female between the ages of 18 and 50? Well you are cordially invited to join Diamonds & Divas Southeastern Ohio's Premier Dance Troupe Calling all ladies who are passionate about dancing and performing regardless of your skill level and prior dance experience. If you grew up taking dance classes but got away from it as an adult, and find you've been missing it, then this group is for you. If you've never taken formal dance classes but l …

Calling all Knitters, Crocheters and all “Wanna-Be” Knitters or Crocheters in the Cranberry Township, PA area! Pittsburgh has it, Butler has it, Youngstown has it, and Greensburg has it but WE DON'T HAVE IT . . . and I WANT IT! What is it? A fiber artist group in Cranberry Township! My goal is to gather yarn enthusiasts of any skill level together to share talents, projects, swap stash/patterns, socialize, make friends, stitch for causes, gifting, self or family, or learn how to knit or crochet. …

We are all born to be photographers, but we’re not born with the technical knowledge we need to make our photos look the way we want them to. In this class you’ll learn every principle necessary to take beautiful photos that capture your artistic vision. Whether you have a point and shoot or you just got your first digital SLR, this educational seminar will have you taking better pictures on your way home. You’ll learn the fundamentals to get the most from your camera plus you’ll get inspiration …

Our "Meetup” focus is on all forms of art and its development.  I hope to coordinate and deliver support to living a life full of Artistic Expression within the immediate community.  In hopes of growth, we will explore all forms of art. I would like to first extend an open invitation to all in focusing on Visual Arts to begin with.  Performing Arts with “street or public” dance, miming, oratory, magic, skits, cinematography, and music will become our beginning venture.  Please feel free to inqui …

Come and Create! Join this group and get away. All levels welcome. Immerse yourself in art you love for a few hours each week. Leave all your distractions at the doorstep. This meetup is designed for you to have fun with others in creating your art. We share with each other. You bring all the supplies you need to create in your own media-- acrylic,oils,watercolor,pencils, markers, charcoal, pastels. If you are a beginner, please call me and you and I will agree on the supplies you will need. You …

HER Ideas in Motion relies on the support of professional women and men, who share a commitment to empowering the next generation through creative and technology training. The mentors in our programs come from a variety of technical and creative backgrounds ranging from IT, web technologies, filmmaking, gaming and design fields who volunteer to teach kids what they do. In addition, mentors have the opportunity to network with other technologist, designers filmmakers, artists, community leaders, …

Let's get together and express ourselves, entertain each other, and find inspiration through illustration and comics of our own creation. If you don't have any experience with illustration yourself, easy instruction can be given! We meet once each week at the Thwing Center at Case Western, and in the Nord Hall during the summer time. Perhaps we could also eventually create public events for our works.

The title say's it all! This is a heterosexual interracial group designed specifically for educated and cultured professionals. Though we encourage dating, we are not necessarily just an interracial-dating group. This group has been created to provide relaxed and energetic fun filled experiences not limited to; jazz, health and fitness, wine-tasting, movies, talk-and-topic dinners, sporting events, concerts, museums, cruises, live music, mixers, get to know you sessions (unique and fun), volunte …

Metamorphosis is a growing cooperative community of artists housed and a historic building in downtown Struthers, Ohio. Metamorphosis offers 24 hour studio space to member artists but also serves as a Community Space offering non-members opportunities to participate in the creative movement through Open Studio nights, Open Calls for Artists/Art Shows, and Open Mic/Poetry nights. Metamorphosis is a creative experiment inspired by life experiences in other communities and recognition of the import …

This is for all you freaky parents out there (are you out there?) in Pittsburgh- The contraception-loving sluts, the feminist dads, tattooed twenty-somethings with ride-hitching babies, the writers, artists; the student-poor and just-plain-poor; the aging hipsters, the just hip, the activists, the Occupiers, the radical, the alternative, the unschoolers. Doesn't matter your gender identification, sexual orientation, occupation or age. Doesn't matter what age your kids are. It doesn't matter whet …

This is a group for anyone who loves God and loves to express it through movement. This is also a group for people who love to support people who love God and love to express it through movement! This is a season for Unity. A time to come together, to pray together, to fellowship and support one another. It is time that we MOVE as ONE to impact the Arts and Entertainment industry in this Region! Come Lets Us Reason Together! Come Lets, EAT...PRAY... DANCE...PLAN:~D