We are a  group dedicated to improving our photographic skills by participating in photo shoots, workshops, travel workshops and one on one tuition. We are open to all levels from beginners with point and shoots to professionals who want to learn new skills in all areas of photography from digital to film, from camera controls to lighting, from film to post-processing in Photoshop. Led by professional photography and qualified teacher, Ian Murray, who has over 40 years of experience, the majorit …

Got a story you've been thinking about?  October is the month to get it down on paper. This is a workshop for writers with little or no experience in writing fiction.  Aimed to encourage new writers to write.  Students will learn basic concepts and techniques of writing fiction like dialogue, voice, character, point-of-view, and plot.  Students will read and discuss works by Alice Munro, John Cheever and others.  By course end students are expected to complete a draft of a short story or at leas …

Does your camera instructions say "goobeldygook"? Do you sometimes get frustrated photographing a setting, the kids or a landscape? Didi you always want to find out how to take really awesome photos? If you answered yes to any of the above questions, our photography meetings, courses or workshops may be for you. We meet usually every third Wednesday of the month to discuss these things. The Meetup usually lasts an hour to an hour and a half. Meetups are free for the time being but I will promo …

Mainstream entertainment letting you down?? Do you feel a desire to express yourself and your unique creativity along with others?? Do you crave authentic interaction and communication with others, as well as simple, peaceful relaxation?? Join the Space to Be studio group and be kept up-to-date on activities and events at this large, well lit studio (with stage) in The Shady Lea Mill in North Kingstown, RI! Rent an hour or two and plan your own class, activity or performance! (30/hr or 30% - cas …

Welcome Friends! We are a group of unique individuals from all walks of life who have come together to find deeper meanings to life's important questions, and to help create peaceful, welcoming environments to mediate in. We study and teach Raja Yoga Meditation and offer courses, and workshops in various themes such as "Raja Yoga Meditation"  Positive Thinking" Self Esteem"  "Conquering Anger"  "Inner Peace, Inner Power" and many more. - We have two Meditation & Learning Centers where most of ou …

Ever wanted to take the funny things you think to yourself or say to your friends onstage and make an audience laugh? Find Your Funny! Professional comedians and writers Ellen Moschetto and Jody Sloane will work with students on the important, basic elements of stand-up comedy. Via interactive critiques with fellow students, instructors and professional comedians that visit the class, we will tackle the following: ~Finding one's voice ~Basic joke structure ~Comedic delivery ~Writing exercises an …

Whether you’re an avid photography enthusiast or just enjoy taking pictures, Boston Photography Lovers is the perfect way to meet great people who share a passion for photography or have always wanted to learn more! Our members love travel, adventure, culture, and of course photography! Many of our events & activities are great for taking pictures, sharing pictures, and learning! We even do some big trips around the world and locally in New England.

It's time to rekindle the group for the new year, and there are a few changes.  I welcome your thoughts on them. 0.  First, let me address some questions people have asked.   This is a writing group, not a critiquing group.   You don't need to distribute work ahead of time or do any homework.   You can write anything you want; there is no preferred genre or style.  You can come as frequently or infrequently as you wish.   You can RSVP or not, show or not.   We do not charge, we do not judge. 1.  …

I want a common ground to get together and talk about whats new what everyone is doing and of course play music. I have a large studio and tons of equipment so we will always have a place to host the group.

This group's aim is to connect local creative non-fiction women writers to form "writing buddy" partnerships. Published and aspiring writers are welcome to join. Some people have asked what creative nonfiction is. I'd refer people to two excellent books on the topic, although there are many others out there. Lee Gutkind's You Can't Make This Stuff Up, and Adair Lara's Naked, Drunk and Writing are two books that every CNF writer and aspiring writer should check out. Creative Nonfiction Magazine i …

My aim for this meetup is to develop a group of individuals who will benefit from establishing a portfolio of their work, whether they are inspiring photographers (like me), prop or food stylists, interior designers, fashion or jewelry models, etc. My personal interest is to put together a portfolio of commercial advertising images, essentially product photography that I plan to use to get my “foot in the door” of advertising. But, I am also happy to shoot food, design, fashion, and so on depend …

**As of mid-February, 2013, we are closing to new members temporarily. The group has grown exponentially in the last two years and meetups are constantly full, so we're attempting to restructure to make it work better. Please check back if you are interested, and sorry for the inconvenience!** Love writing? Looking for an opportunity to creep inside your mind, find the little demon inside fast asleep at an old writing desk, and tickle him awake with a quill pen? Or perhaps you think electro shoc …

Our mission is to provide a supportive social community for individuals and families who would like to improve or sustain their healthy well-being through fitness and wellness; to bring people of like interests together to challenge, support, and encourage one another. We are committed to education, fun, family, and community. This group offers a variety of family friendly fitness classes and get-togethers for children and adults. This way moms, dads, grandparents, and nannies can get a great w …

This is a group for Boston Singles ages 21-50. There will be singles events, of course. But I want to host teleclasses and workshops and seminars to help singles identify what they think might be getting in their way of finding the type of relationship they seek. We'll discuss online dating, casual dating, committed relationships and more. Get help writing your dating profile, navigating the dating scene and learn ways to read the behavior of men and women. See our main website at http://www.An …

Buddhism is a life long education to learn how to realize our human potential by transforming suffering into peace, joy and liberation. Looking for a community? Come and Join at the Mansfield Freeman Center for East Asian Studies 343 Washington Terrace Wesleyan University Middletown, Connecticut Most Sundays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The Buddhist Faith Fellowship (BFF) is a visionary and deeply spiritual lay Buddhist community in Central Connecticut, established in the spring of 2001. We are …

Educational workshops on real estate buying, selling, investing, green homes, mortgages, strategies for affordable homeownership and wealth-creation. Our workshops provide practical “how to” information and invite you to think about goals in real estate as they relate to broader life goals. We’ll talk about how to: - Build equity in your home - Save money on a mortgage - Assess the value of a property (singles, multis, and condos) - Successfully navigate your way through the buying process - Und …

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO EVERYONE!! This group is to facilitate the ever-growing community of people who are living a Heart centered life and like to grow spiritually. It is open to everyone and dedicated to share and provide a space where others may come to share and learn more about Reiki, Kundalini, and Heart meditation. I actually live in Bethesda, MD but my daughter just had my first grandchild and she lives in Boston so I will be spending lots of time in this area..  Baby is now 6 months old :) …

Hands-on filmmaking workshops. Workshops include crash courses in: Premier Final Cut Pro After Effects Camera operation Screenwriting Budgeting & Fundraising and other topics related to filmmaking This group is ideal for indie filmmakers, or anyone new to the field of filmmaking.

Be More You ~ Where Finding True Love Begins with YOU.  Love Your Life. Change the World. Like a magical par-course for LOVE, follow each directive on the path and we GUARANTEE you will be: happier than you have ever been, living a life that you LOVE and the perfect man for you will show up … almost by accident (yes, even if you’re already married to him). Women have tremendous natural gifts. They bring love, nurturing and healing to relationships and communities, create peace and inspire greatn …