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Let's Write & Chat

Wed, Aug 12, 2:00 AM

From Glendale Writers Group

5.0

Let's write and chat! Let's all accomplish our writing goals in 2026! This group of writers impress me each week with what they are accomplishing! Come see for yourself! We will be meeting at a community space in an apartment building on Wilson, near Central, in Glendale, CA 91203. There is nearby street parking (parking meters on Wilson and nearby). Hope to see you soon. Message for exact address.

1 attendee

Book Discussion: One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel García Márquez

Thu, Aug 27, 2:00 AM

From The South Gate Book Club

Read as much as you can and then let's meet up to discuss our thoughts on the book One Hundred Years of Solitude. "Gabriel García Márquez's most famous book is "One Hundred Years of Solitude" (1967), a multi-generational saga about the Buendía family in the fictional town of Macondo. It is widely considered his masterpiece, a quintessential example of magical realism, and one of the best novels of the 20th century, having sold over 30 million copies worldwide. Plot: The novel chronicles the rise and fall of the Buendía family over a century, filled with epic events, love affairs, and magical occurrences. Significance: It is praised for its innovative narrative structure and its profound exploration of Latin American identity, often cited as a work that compresses the history of the continent into its pages. Legacy: The book's success led to García Márquez's international fame and was a key factor in his winning the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1982. "

1 attendee

SATURDAY IN-PERSON WRITING SESSION

Sat, Aug 15, 2:00 PM

From Writers of Sherman Oaks

4.7

SATURDAY IN-PERSON WRITING SESSION Live writing session starts at 7AM Saturdays at Starbucks on Allot and Ventura, a block east of Woodman Avenue. 13535 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423 Come join other writers, workshop, discuss, and write together. We hope to see you there!

1 attendee

Shut Up & Write!™ West LA - Cafe Laurent - Mar Vista

Mon, Aug 10, 4:50 PM

From Shut Up & Write!® Los Angeles

4.8

Join us for an hour (or up to ninety minutes) of uninterrupted writing! Whatever you're working on - fiction, non-fiction, poetry, memoir, PR, script writing, anything! - join other like minded writers and scribble **at [Cafe Laurent](http://www.cafelaurent.com/), 12034 Venice Blvd., in the Mar Vista neighborhood of Los Angeles.** We have a table at the cafe in the beautiful, covered patio. We start at 10:00 sharp, so try to come a few minutes early to grab a delicious treat or even a breakfast and get settled. We stop at 11, 11:15 or 11:30 (depending on attendees schedule), and then we invite everyone to share (if they want) a few sentences, without any intro or explanation. After that, we're open for any kind of writerly questions, discussions, sharing of struggles or successes. SCHEDULE: 9:50 - Intros / Greetings / Get Settled 10:00 - Timer starts: write for pre-determined amount of time Finish - Share some sentences if you want, chat, take off or, if you're on a roll, stay for a while and continue to write. BEING LATE OR LEAVING EARLY IS OKAY, no need to apologize or explain. We're a casual group and happy you'll be with us - also, **no need to RSVP thru MeetUp - just show up!** **NOTE! THERE IS NO INTERNET ACCESS AT THE CAFE** Please be prepared to use hotspot or other personal web connection. **The only time our MeetUp is cancelled is on ALL Monday holidays!** There is a parking lot nearby at the corner of Grand View and Venice in front of the post office, which is more expensive than on the street parking. There is also paid street parking. Please support our hosts by making a purchase. Everything is yummy, the service is superb and the coffees perfect. Cafe Laurent is one of my favorite places in LA and it's open 8am-3pm every day.

3 attendees

Shut Up & Write!® Pasadena

Tue, Aug 11, 2:00 AM

From Shut Up & Write!® Los Angeles

4.8

6 attendees

Shut Up & Write!® at And Destroy Coffee and Gaming

Sun, Aug 9, 5:00 PM

From Shut Up & Write!® Los Angeles

4.8

Today's event led by co-host Alex G: Marathon day! (90-min session) 9:50 am - arrival and intros 10 am - firm start for long session 11:30 - session ends Join us for some focused writing time. All writers and all experience levels are welcome and don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. This session is about getting your writing done and meeting other writers in your area. When you show up, say hello, grab a drink, and get your writing tools ready. Once you’re all settled, you can take some time to chat with your fellow writers. Once everyone’s arrived, I will lead quick introductions and then set the timer for our quiet and focused writing session. Afterward, we’ll have time to chat and get to know each other. We often talk about our successes and challenges as writers. If you don’t have time to stick around, no worries! **A note about the format** We don’t host critiques or readings. These events are a safe space for writers of all skill levels and genres to work on their craft, so no one will read or critique your writing. For our full event schedule, visit [https://shutupwrite.com](https://shutupwrite.com) **Other Important Details:** WiFi name/password: Password protected guest wifi available. Travel / Parking info: Free street parking. Venue Guidelines: Please thank our hosts by purchasing something.

9 attendees

Shut Up & Write!® in Culver City/Del Rey

Sun, Aug 9, 10:30 PM

From Shut Up & Write!® Los Angeles

4.8

**LOCATION** **Coffee Commissary at 11612 Culver Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90066**. (one block east of Slauson). 3:30-5pm on Sundays! Looking forward to seeing you there. There is a small parking area in the back and street parking (that can be a little tight, but for LA, isn't too bad). **Coworking for writers in your area!** Join us for some focused writing time. All writers and all experience levels are welcome and don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. This session is about getting your writing done and meeting other writers in your area. When you show up, say hello to everyone, grab a drink, and get your writing tools ready. Once you’re all settled, take some time to chat with your fellow writers. Once everyone’s arrived, I will lead quick introductions and then set the timer for our quiet and focused writing session. Afterward, we’ll have time to chat and get to know each other. We often talk about our successes and challenges as writers. If you don’t have time to stick around, no worries! **A note about the format** We don’t host critiques or readings. These events are a safe space for writers of all skill levels and genres to work on their craft, so no one will read or critique your writing. For our full event schedule, visit [https://shutupwrite.com](https://shutupwrite.com) **Venue Guidelines: Please thank our hosts by purchasing something.**

9 attendees

Shut Up & Write!® in Los Feliz on Wednesdays!

Thu, Aug 20, 1:45 AM

From Shut Up & Write!® Los Angeles

4.8

Join us for some focused writing time. All writers and all experience levels are welcome and don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. This session is about getting your writing done and meeting other writers in your area. Feel free to show up between 6:30pm an 7pm to say hello, grab a drink and get your writing tools ready. At around 7pm, I will lead quick introductions and then set the timer for our quiet and focused writing session. We'll do 1 hour of quiet writing! Afterward from 8pm onwards, we’ll have time to chat and get to know each other. We often talk about our successes and challenges as writers. If you don’t have time to stick around, no worries! **A note about the format** We don’t host critiques or readings. These events are a safe space for writers of all skill levels and genres to work on their craft, so no one will read or critique your writing. For our full event schedule, visit [https://shutupwrite.com](https://shutupwrite.com). **Other Important Details:** WiFi name/password: They usually have free wifi, make sure to ask when you order food! Travel / Parking info: There is loads of street parking, and valet if you really want to do that. :P We'll be on the side of the house. Venue Guidelines: Please thank our hosts by purchasing something.

2 attendees

Shut Up & Write!® In Los Feliz on Mondays!

Tue, Aug 11, 1:45 AM

From Shut Up & Write!® Los Angeles

4.8

**ABOUT THE EVENT** Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 7:00pm on Monday Evenings. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. SCHEDULE: 6:45 - Arrive, get food/drinks & wifi 7:00 - Quick introductions. 7:10 - Timer starts. Write for 1 hour. 8:10 - Chat / take off / keep writing. OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 8:10PM. Writing can be very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. What Should I Bring? All you need is something to write with. There are no power outlets but free WiFi is usually available. Since we are meeting outside, please dress accordingly depending on the weather. This event is hosted in partnership with Los Feliz Writers! Follow us on[ Insta](instagram.com/losfelizwriters) or [sign-up for our emails](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdEU6S1mTuhSRwSCpiAuGN4yJuJ4CeM-BlC-QXAQzPN_V_lOg/viewform?usp=dialog) where we share about writer events in Los Feliz and the greater LA/SoCal. And RSVP for our free [Los Feliz Writers Festival August 19-23!](https://partiful.com/e/3fXb8NoigxCSHMPsdvtD)

4 attendees

Write or Die - Weekly Silent Screenwriting

Sun, Aug 9, 6:00 PM

From Write or Die: Los Angeles Screenwriting Meetup Group

4.9

THE SCHEDULE: 11 - 11:15AM: Arrival, chit-chat, purchase coffee, etc. 11:15-11:30 AM: Announcements + introductions 11:30-12:30 PM: WRITING (No talking, please.) 12:30-1:00 PM: Finish writing, chat about what you wrote, introduce latecomers, etc. Late to the party? No biggie, just sneak in and grab a seat. Start scribbling away, and we'll catch you up at the end. Once the session wraps, stick around to keep the creative juices flowing or mingle with the other word wizards. Heads up, though: outlets might be scarce, so check your battery before joining the fun. Note: there is a large parking lot behind Cafe Mak

4 attendees

Shut Up & Write!® in Koreatown

Sat, Aug 15, 6:30 PM

From Shut Up & Write!® Los Angeles

4.8

Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 11:30 AM on SATURDAY MORNING. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. SCHEDULE: 11:30 - Quick introductions 11:45 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour 12:45 - The End: chat, take off, or keep writing OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 1:00 PM. Writing is very solitary. Connecting and sometimes even commiserating with other writers is a cool thing. BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check in with me after the session. I’ll be the person with the Shut Up & Write! sign. If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you at LOFT CAFE! What Should I Bring? Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block the cafe’s overhead music or the occasional conversation by other patrons. LOFT Cafe has wi-fi and it is very reliable but there is a shortage of outlets (nothing is perfect :-)) If you will be using your laptop, please make sure is fully charged, a tidbit of information that I wish someone would have shared with me before :-) Other Important Details: LOFT Cafe offers Wi-Fi, it has available designated parking spaces on the lot next door (please make sure you park on the correct spaces), and there is street parking but it is Koreatown and is busy, the Western-Wilshire Metro and several bus stops are one block away. TRAVEL / PARKING: Please see above SEATING INFORMATION: There is outdoor seating available if you are more comfortable with that, please let me know in your comments, and there is upstairs and downstairs seating. By experience upstairs provides more privacy, but let me know your preference and I will reserve that section. GUIDELINES: The Cafe provides extensive coffee drinks (caffeinated and non-caffeinated drinks) and small pastries. Please thank our hosts by purchasing something.

2 attendees

Shut Up and Write - Los Feliz Writers Festival Closing Party!

Sun, Aug 23, 10:00 PM

From Shut Up & Write!® Los Angeles

4.8

We are partnering with PorchFest! Come and listen to music and write!!! There is no wifi and seating is picnic style! Bring your journal, hangout, and write while enjoying local musicians! This event will be hosted by Los Feliz Writers Festival in partnership with PorchFest LA - East as the closing party and open mic! They'll be music, they'll be an open mic, they'll be writing! These are the details from PorchFest LA! Free Family friendly LIVE music & entertainment every Sunday from 3 to 6pm at the Vermont Triangle on the Corner of Vermont and Hollywood A new summer FREE LIVE PEROFRMANCE series from the organizers of Porchfest LA. -Every Sunday in May, June, July and August, visit the Vermont Triangle in Los Feliz for “Sundays Before Sunset” featuring free family-friendly entertainment 3-6pm! “The idea for Sundays Before Sunset developed from a desire to reimagine the triangle of land bordered by Vermont, Prospect and Hollywood—which has had a polarizing identity—into a central gathering place, where neighbors and visitors can meet and spend time enjoying art in-person with one another” -Brian Morrison, Co-Chair, Los Feliz Neighborhood Council Cultural Affairs Committee Sunday Before Sunset is a new summer event series devised By LFNC Cultural affairs co-chair Brian Morrison, and produced by Hélène Udy for [www.PorchfestLA.com](http://www.porchfestla.com/ "http://www.porchfestla.com/"), where artists of all kinds are taking the stage every Sunday, inside Vermont Triangle, at the corner of Vermont and Hollywood, to offer their talents to the community, for Free. “Events like Sundays Before Sunset show how arts and cultural programming can help transform public spaces into welcoming community gathering places. We're excited to see free performances and family-friendly programming activate the Vermont Triangle this summer for Los Feliz residents and visitors alike!” — Councilmember Nithya Raman Quote from Nythia Ramen: “There is no greater joy for us than to make performance and art available to a community, and watch it grow through gathering, participation and momentum, to the point where it has such a life of it's own, PorchfestLA is no longer needed. That is the goal. ” Hélène Udy Porchfest LA has already signed up performers through June, and we are offering supported Sunday Production opportunities to any seasoned producing talent that wants to take the mantle for a Sunday or two. The potential of this space to gain recognition as a safe, family friendly place to spend any given Sunday, thereby contributing to the making of community, at a time were it is most needed is invaluable. LINK TO SIGN UP TO HOST OR PRODUCE A SUNDAY HERE: [https://forms.gle/xN1VtnuiEEmMTMJy7](https://forms.gle/xN1VtnuiEEmMTMJy7 "https://forms.gle/xN1VtnuiEEmMTMJy7") LINK TO SIGN UP TO PERFORM O A SUNDAY IN JULY AND AUGUST HERE: [https://forms.gle/JFNVXqMeY1yFxiKv7](https://forms.gle/JFNVXqMeY1yFxiKv7 "https://forms.gle/JFNVXqMeY1yFxiKv7")

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