We're here to host friendly, interesting discussions on the topics of the day in a thoughtful, "grown-up" manner.  Think of it as an antidote to all the confrontational bombast of the cable channels these days. We'll meet in a comfortable setting with a pre-arranged topic and hear everyone's views ... or if you want to just listen in, that's fine too.  Exercise your neurons, stimulate your conversational skills, and prepare to have an interesting time!  Drop in and out of the group as your sched …

Dr. Elaine Aron, author of The Highly Sensitive Person: How to Thrive When the World Overwhelms You, defines the Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) as someone who “has a sensitive nervous system, is aware of subtleties in his/her surroundings and is more easily overwhelmed when in a highly stimulating environment.” The research psychologist estimates 20 percent of the world’s population test positive for the HSP “trait.” Based on interviews with 40 subjects, she developed a self-test distributed to t …

Got a few chapters of your sci-fi novel ready for an audience? Maybe you'd like someone to peruse that short memoir you're working on. Even if you have a whole bloody book or two done and waiting for someone's red pen...bring it on! "Upstate Creative Writers" is a group for anybody who loves to write fiction, nonfiction, poetry - whatever! We meet to critique submissions every other Monday at the Panera Bread in Anderson (there's good space, lighting, seats and free wi-fi). Come learn from and t …

This group was created as a network for people-of-color in Film,TV, and Media; to engage conversation, host seminars & training sessions, invite Industry leaders & speakers, and provide networking opportunities for Producers, Directors, Actors, Writers, Filmmakers, Film Crew & let's not forget...Film Enthusiasts! WE'RE GLAD YOU STOPPED BY & HOPE YOU JOIN US!

This is a group for artists in the Charlotte area that want to share God's gift or art through various outlets and platforms.

Our purpose is to have a lot of fun while dancing, painting, making jewelry, writing poetry, making music, and en-corporating ALL of the arts in one place. This is for those who want to learn as well as those who want to sharpen their skill-set in ALL forms of the arts. So if you are interested in making things, writing things, playing music, and dancing... this group is for you=)

This group is primarily for amateur pianists (beginner to advanced) who are looking to get better and build confidence by practicing in front of others and sharing tips and constructive criticism. We'll get together regularly (monthly?) at each others' houses or other places that have pianos and play whatever songs we're working on. Hopefully you can share in hosting the group, but it's not a necessity.

This is a strictly SOCIAL PAGAN network for the purpose of getting to know other local Pagans and groups and setting up social events such as dinners, teas, parties, events (ritual or non) and meetings to discuss how to improve the social gatherings and interaction of Augusta Pagans and the community at large. "BELLS BOOKS & CANDLES"  is NOT designed as a coven or circle or any particular Path of Paganism - We invite ALL to come and meet, greet discuss and enjoy each others company. it is really …

"Calling all lovers of poetry and music. Join us, whether you are an amateur or a professional, for an evening of raw talent. This group was started because we feel that the talents that people possess through spoken word and music appeals to us all. Join us and bring your talents as we offer you the opportunity to be heard in a laid back atmosphere.

Charlotte is a great place for live music, but it's a challenge to see what's going on any particular night. Charlotte Loves Music! is your one stop calendar for live local music. If you're a venue, promoter or member of a band, post all of your events for free. If you love music, join for free and see what's going on in town. Please take a second to join us on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/CharlotteLovesMusic2013 and https://www.facebook.com/groups/charlottelovesmusic/ There you can pos …

Bringing diverse communities together through the arts. Perform at the Wedgewood Artistic Cafe (4800 Wedgewood Drive - intersection of Tyvola and Wedgewood - 2 miles from South Park Mall), 3rd Saturdays of every month, 6:30 - 8 pm. $1,500 raised for in transition artists in just five shows. Perform and help a great cause. Over $8,000 invested in lighting, audio, etc. to make a great venue for performances and fun. Adult tickets: $5. Kids, free. Dancing, bands, poets, magicians, instrumentalists, …

For graphic novel enthusiats, artist, and writers. Hang out, discuss favorite graphic novels & comics. i started this group with the intention of bringing together people that would like to work together to create their very own graphic novel and who knows, maybe start a self-publishing group.

EVE is a group which has been created to inspire artists from all types to come together and share, support, create, and develop lasting friendships, relationships and positive business networking. This group is for all Photographers, Models, Musicians, Actors, Film Writers, Artists, Aspiring (of any of the above), Writers, Singers, and Dancers.We would like to bring artists all around the Carolinas and Southeast brought together  to share and support one another's passions. We host events such …