A gathering of creative types who want to rub shoulders/minds with fellow wordsmiths. Whether you're an aspiring writer or an established journalist, author or scriptwriter, this is the group for you. Come along and discuss whatever you're working on – even if it's just a short story you started in 1996. Elevate your mind and banish writer's block once and for all. It could be the rocket up your arse you need to finish that play/book/haiku/crossword/blockbuster movie... or just a really good eve …

What is Jelly? http://workatjelly.com/ Jelly is a casual working event. It's taken place in over a hundred cities where people have come together (in a person's home, a coffee shop, or an office) to work for the day. We provide chairs and sofas, wireless internet, and interesting people to talk to, collaborate with, and bounce ideas off of. You bring a laptop (or whatever you need to get your work done) and a friendly disposition. Watch this video about Jelly, or read about it in Wired. What's …

Aw, remember when you used to write letters? Letters to friends, letters to your nan, letters to your heroes, Thank you letters, love letters, letters that you never meant to send, letters to yourself...? Here at The Lost Art of Letter Writing we think it's time to salvage our stationery, unpack our pens and spend quality time putting words on paper for the people we love. Our events are designed for first-time letter writers and old-hands alike. We'll help you pick the perfect words to express …

I have initiated this meet up, as I notice that some people in London have started a similar group, and I like the sound of it! The purpose will be for people who write poems, or short stories, to come along to an Oxford restaurant, and share there outpourings, with a view to entertain, and also be entertained by fellow diners. You may just have a funny story to share, fictional or true with the rest of the group. If you just want to come along and hopefully be entertained, again that is absolut …

A range of Creative Workshops by some of the East Midlands' finest creative facilitators, all set in the beautifully restored Atkins factory in Hinckley, Leicestershire. We have sewing, comedy writing, pet illustrating, felt making, silk painting, face and body art, photography, drumming, painting and much much more. Visit www.beautyandutilityarts-creativeworkshops.com for more details and how to book. ttfn Katherine x

This is a group for writers. Writing can be a rather isolated experience, so I've set up this group to get people together to share tips and experiences. Representatives of new ways of writing and getting work out there (such as blogging and self-publishing) are welcome. Whether you are a novelist, journalist, non-fiction writer or blogger come along and meet up! Please note. The ethos of the group is collaborative. Please contribute fairly, rather than just trying to sell your own work. Members …

Purpose: To encourage people to delve into their creative side, to help people discover the difference creativity can bring to their lives, to inspire each other, to help people develop their creative gifts and talents, and to meet like minded people. It is time to really connect with our creative side. Be it - writing, music, photography or anything else. I believe creativity is key in these changing times. The profit and target driven mentality of the workplace has largely discouraged creativi …

Welcome to All We Wish For! We facilitate various types of events bearing in mind that "having fun doesn't have to feel like wasting your time". We are all capable to create, creativity requires passion, vision and problem solving skills, as well as a healthy dose of self esteem, which is why, our workshops and activities are design to empower people, opening space where positive energy can flow and creativity can take place. Ideas + Healthy mind set + Respect = Great Network = Successful Busine …

New actors and filmakers group in Chesterfield. Looking for actors and filmakers of all abilities and experience with a view to creating plays and short films. Scene One allready has a collective of experienced actors and film makers. As a creative pool of writing, performace, stage craft & film making, we hope to produce inspiring story telling.

This is a study group for anyone interested in decoding and working with dreams, whether for personal interest or for the development of professional knowledge. Paying close attention to dreams is useful because they can help us to reach into deeper levels of self-awareness.  The language they use, however, is in codes: revealing, warning, helping and guiding us through our continually evolving life circumstances. But what do these codes actually mean and how do we go about decoding them? Why no …

Put your writing skills to use, and develop your speaking voice to a small friendly club membership who will gently guide you from your first steps through a programme of self improvement and confidence to Competent Communication and Leadership Achievements. Or you can simply turn up as a guest and enjoy an evenings entertainment by listening to 3 or 4 prepared speeches on a wide variety of interesting topics. Intellectual Stimulation, free food, coffee and tea provided along with people from al …

An all-inclusive group of Leeds-related events, people, places and things. Locals, travelers, ex-pats, all are welcome to join. It's all about sharing the best of the city with like minded folk! Everything from board games, to beer crawls, eating out and exploring.