Song circles are a great way to get a song "out there" in a setting that isn't quite as stressful as performing, and where members come with the idea of getting help, and being willing to help others, with perspective on songs we've written, suggestions for re-writes, new sections etc. So, it's a balance: all of us who write are likely to be sensitive about criticism but we also know we need critique if we are going to improve as songwriters, so a song circle must be comprised of people bold eno …

We're a group of people who love to write young adult literature- whether it be novels, short stories, or even poetry. I started this group after searching high and low for a writer's group that welcomed children's and YA authors. If you write for tweens, teens, or young adults, this is the group for you!   Please note: Writers from all areas of Pittsburgh are welcome to join, but meetups will likely occur in the eastern part of the city (Squirrel Hill, Oakland, Shadyside, etc.)

People interested in learning and expressing what they learn through painting.