Come exercise your writing muscles! Our current book is Naming The World, edited by Bret Anthony Johnston. There are so many good exercises for group work that we will go through the book at least twice. For those who want a book to use on their own, NTW has plenty of exercises that work well for the individual developing their writing skills. Each section has favorite exercises in the writing craft from nine or more authors who both write and teach writing. Many of these are suitable for group …

You haven't heard from me because I've been having some physical problems that have really deterred me in many ways. It was a combination of a lack of vitamin D and a mistake in my thyroid medicine. But I am happy to say I'm on the mend. I've decided to transition this group from meeting to exercise to being a support group for women who want to loss weight. I've done a tremendous amount of research on health, particularly woman's weight loss issues and over and over again research tells us th …

Are you addicted to Mysteries?  If so this is the group for you.  MB&IP is over four years old and has very consistent and dedicated members.  We like to keep the group at 10 members so we can have meaningful discussions. We are currently full, however we will keep your name on the Pending List until an opening occurs. We meet the second Tuesday of each month at Neworld Cafe on Far West Blvd, at 6:30 PM.  Since we do occupy the cafe's tables for a couple of hours, as a courtesy we arrive a littl …

This group is for the experienced and newbies alike. We are creating an avenue for people, who have a common interest in sewing, to come together and learn from each other.  No formalities, just fun! If you are just starting out and you would like to learn, or if you are a sewing guru and would love to share your wealth of knowledge while meeting new people, this is the group for you! The goal in making this a successful meetup group is your participation. That being said, we aim to keep those t …

The purpose of this Meetup is to provide a way for barefoot/minimalist running enthusiasts and newbies to meet, run together, socialize, share tips and techniques, and enjoy the occasional clinic with a visiting barefoot/minimalist running expert. If you don't know much about barefoot/minimalist running, check out this instructive TV interview with Barefoot Running authors Michael Sandler and Jessica Lee.  And if you like reading material, see the equally instructive article So, You Wanna Start …

With a desire to share this wonderful resource called the Akashic Records, our meetup offers classes to help you become a practitioner (or simply for your own personal use), and to deepin the level of the work. On occasion, you can begin your exploration by coming to a book study group based on How to Read the Akashic Records by Linda Howe. (Check our Message Board for helpful information about the Records.) NOTE: The six-week book study group is NOT a class in how to access the Records, but yo …

We're a book club primarily, reading contemporary fiction and some YA or whatever else we vote for each month!  We like good food and book discussions and try to combine the two as often as possible.  But we're also an Alamo Drafthouse sing-alongs, costume drama parties, movie nights, plays, concerts, Bookpeople events, whatever else you can think of, club. I've been in Austin about two years, and this club has been a (social) life-saver.  I've made amazing new girlfriends, and I can't wait to m …

Who Am I? I wanted to make this group because I am so busy with kids and work that I am neglecting my favorite hobby: READING! Who Should Join? If you are a mom with young kids who loves to read and wants to make some close friends through the coming years, then this is the place for you!  I narrowed the area to Cedar Park/Leander so that none of us would have too far to drive.   You're welcome to join from other areas if you're willing to come up here for the meetings. What About The Books? T …

If you love great books, talking about great books and authors, and sharing and learning about new authors over good coffee, good food & good wine- this is the meetup group for you! I know there are plenty of book clubs in Austin, am in fact a member & event organizer of a great one already, and it inspired me to start another book club for Austin Women! I'm hoping to have a one Saturday afternoon a month meetup about the book voted on, and maybe throw in a few extra meetups a month just for fun …

This group is for people in the Austin area living with any kind of anxiety or panic disorder. My name is David I was first diagnosed with Generalized Anxiety Disorder and severe driving anxiety and panic disorder in 2003. I have been on 8 different medication and there was a time I worried and didn't see any relief in sight. I know how debilitating and horrible it can be. I have tried various programs, read numerous books, and seen 7 - 10 therapists over the last 10 years. I thought I was the w …

Have you seen a UFO? Do you believe we are not alone in the Universe? Perhaps you have memories or daydreams of contact with beings from other planets or other dimensions? In my work as a regressionist, I am seeing more and more clients with these types of experiences. On April 22 Steven Jones, lifelong Experiencer comes to Austin to talk about his new book, "An Invitation to the Dance" He believes, and the other beings have shared with him the idea that we are connected to all of life, includin …

Hi there.  Welcome to Weird Austin Writers.  If you’re a writer but your goal is to be an author...this is your place.  Whatever a writer writes is art from the mind.  We're a talented group who like getting and giving feedback for manuscripts. This group is all about helping writers write better and get published. This Group will be doing: 2 Read, Workshop, and Chat meetups per month 1 Brainstorming session to get feedback on pre-manuscript ideas 1 Book Review session, where you talk about b …

This group is going to study the books and lectures of Rudolf Steiner, the founder of Waldorf education. During our Meetup study groups we will take turns reading from a selected book or set of lectures and discuss the material in order to gain a deeper understanding. Our meetups will be in the evening in Round Rock and possibly Cedar Park. Those interested in learning more about anthroposophy, Rudolph Steiner, or the basic underlying principles of the Waldorf philosophies are encouraged to join …

If you are suffering from grief over a significant loss, if in crisis, suffering from depression, or other difficulties...this is the support group for you. This group is led by Licensed Professional Counselor Lenny Lynne Lunden (www.lennylunden.com). Lenny has 15 years working with individuals suffering from depression, grief, and in crisis, as well as her own, first hand experiences with these issues.  She has written the book: The Traveler's Guide Through the Dark Night of The Soul to help an …

Curious about Misty Curious?  This group is named after my nickname...because as you might guess, I am insatiably CURIOUS. I've worked to create a COMMUNITY that fosters growth, learning, and friendship. What are we up to in 2013? I'm really focused on reading books that will improve my quality of life.  I personally like to read one to two books per month and will break the books into parts for easier reading. I do hope you'll join us! Misty

We are the Geeks. We are Whovians, Browncoats, Techies, Trekkies (Classic and NextGen), Jedi Knights, LARPers, board gamers, video gamers, B5ers, comic book fans (both DC and Marvel), and more. We come in every shape and size, and with countless geekish passions. But we also share much in common. We think differently. We share imagination. We share visions of brighter futures and worlds of adventure. We share a passion for figuring out new strategies and trying out new solutions. We share a love …

The Hutto Homeschool Adventurers Meetup Group is dedicated to providing unique opportunities for active, fun and creative homeschool families in the North Austin, Pflugerville, Round Rock, Georgetown and Hutto area. Organized by a veteran homeschool Mom new to the Hutto area. Activities include field trips, outdoor adventures, group camping trips, youth and parent book clubs, and information about fun free community events. Music lessons, choir, and theater programs are also offered for a reason …

Join other 20- & 30-something ladies for a monthly brunch meet up to discuss the book of the month! Looking for a fun, laid back book club without the drama of Poisonwood Bible or the heaviness of War & Peace? We will read classics but more Emma less The Bleak House. We will read current but Mr. Pettigrew's Last Stand over weepy Jodi Picoult . Or how about mixing it up even more? Chick lit, fun fantasy and even mystery/thriller the books are endless hopefully the fun will be too. The book club w …

Do you love to read? Are you 20, 30 or 40 something? Do you love to get together and socialize with your girlfriends over a glass of wine and discuss everything you LOVED or HATED about a book? Are you able to attend a book club regularly? Would you enjoy coming up with ideas to make a book club fun and interesting with things like Holiday events and book swaps? Can you find the room for a great group of girlfriends in your life? If the above paragraph describes you, this book club might be what …

A study of God, Jesus, the purpose of life, angels, love, prayer, suffering, hope and faith based on the Urantia Book. A glorious outlook on "life after death" is presented.  Every progressive human being should be on a path to God-consciousness.  Only individuals stuck in their ways are in danger of spiritual stagnation. Spiritual love is from God, and Jesus is the most inspiring individual who showed us the love that God has for us all.  Jesus enjoyed a sublime and wholehearted faith in God. H …

Real Writers is called Academic because it is designed to be like a workshop you would take at a big university, where the instructor would take seriously the fundamentals of literary techniques and straightforward criticism about member writing in order to understand those techniques. Real Writers is a literary workshop in which substantial literary ideas are developed in order to facilitate 'real' writing both in the form of literature and in related media. Any writer or artist could potential …

We are a Gardnerian Wicca group that is lead by the one and only Ed Fitch. Ed is now the High Priest of Gardnerian Wicca for all of the United States since Ray Buckland has retired. Ed was initiated by Ray back in 1967. Ed has written several books including Grimoire of Shadows and Magical Rites of the Crystal Well along with others. We practice everything from black mirrors, astral travel, rituals, making magic potions and everything in between. Gardnerian Wicca is the basis for all wiccan grou …

This is a prayer, Bible study, and fellowship group for young women in Austin (20s and 30s) who have a progressive world view. I am liberal, but also take my Christian faith seriously. I feel like too often people think that those two things cannot exist in the same person. It's been hard to find others like me, but I feel certain you are out there in Austin. I want to create a community of supportive women where we can study the Bible together (and admit where it doesn't make sense to us, and t …

You're invited to set the tone for your week. You're invited to plan for success in your career, business, family. You're invited to have the best year of your life. Welcome to the Monday Morning Motivational Mastermind Meetup (Monday Morning or just 5M for short). Here you will meet entrepreneurs, professionals and small business owners who want more. We know the way to get everything in life if to help others get what they want. Our premise is simple: We will meet ever Monday to share, discuss …

Hello Ladies! The city of Austin and surrounding areas are filled with SO many activities to explore. This meet-up is for young professional women in their 20's & 30's who would like to meet new people and make friends with similar interests. Do you enjoy networking over happy hour, going for a run to release stress, or help a cause? Dinner with a fun group followed by a movie? Cooking, hiking or watching sports? The possibilities are endless when your surrounded by such diverse cities and their …

Based on the lessons of don Juan Matus, this group explores the methods and practices of Toltec/ Native American spirituality. This is a working study group, part open discussion - part workshop. Not a sit down and have someone talk at you or lead you group. This Meetup is for serious practitioners of sorcery – people on the path to knowledge. We will practice together gazing, not-doing, meditation/ breath-work, visualization, dreaming techniques, recapitulation, stopping the world, tracking, pl …

Thank you for your interest in joining our group. We have reached our maximun number of 45. If this is still the group you would like to join, please fill out the request & we'll add you as soon as a spot opens up. Thank you! We are a group of diverse, laid back, and active mommies with kids ranging from newborn- teenagers. This group was created with the foundation of emotional and familial support for one another, since most of us are here in TX with no to very little families. It is constant …

This is a group for individuals interested in reading science related topics and lively discussions. We also thought we'd read a little sci fi now and then as science is fueled by imagination, isn't it? We started this group to socialize and meet fellow book lovers. We're looking forward to meeting all of you--