The objective of this chapter is to preserve and encourage the art of rug hooking and to foster the highest standards of excellence in the practice of the art through a program of education and study. Rug hooking was one of the earliest crafts practiced in colonial America by the English settlers.  America's earliest hooked rugs had both utilitarian and aesthetic value.  They prevented drafts and chills and offered a touch of beauty in rustic homes.  Their creation was also a means of recreatio …

This group is for the artist in each of us seeking to be released! Julia Cameron, author of The Artist's Way, writes, "As Artists, we belong to an ancient and holy tribe. We are the carriers of the truth that spirit moves through us all. When we deal with one another, we are dealing not merely with our human personalities but also with the unseen but ever-present throng of ideas, visions, stories, poems, songs, sculptures, art-as-facts that crowd the temple of consciousness waiting their turn to …

I host monthly themed photography events and workshops in Tucson Arizona, each month a different exciting location and theme. For experienced and beginning *photographers, models, stylists,bodypaint artists, makeup artists and anyone else with a love for art. All of these events* include professional makeup for the models and a hair stylist (when available) and food and drink  ( unless otherwise specified) PLEASE READ THE INFORMATION BELOW BEFORE COMMITTING TO ANY EVENT By attending an Arizona …

"This is a group for anyone interested in the application of green screen technology as it applies to nude and fine art nude photography. Models, MUA's  and Photographers of all skill levels are welcome. I started this group because of the versatility of all backgrounds available. " THIS MEET-UP GROUP HAS NO FACEBOOK ACCOUNT'

Opera aficionados in the Tucson area. We meet socially before or after performances. Or for other events: musical, culinary, or whatever is liked.

The Shire of Obsidian Gate is part of Amtgard, a nation-wide, free-to-play, medieval fantasy combat sport. We are located in Tucson Arizona, and belong to the Kingdom of Dragonspine. Members of our Shire are active in many Amtgard activities, including combat, the arts and sciences (including, but not limited to costuming, armor crafting, cooking, and painting), and theater arts. Amtgard combat uses safe, padded weapons and shields which are simulations of the real thing, and offers a fast-paced …

If you're interested in digital fine arts and you retouch images or enjoy digitally manipulating elements in your art, then you're likely to be a big fan of Digital Design...and this meetup group has a great deal to offer as you evolve to a new level of creativity.

The Tucson Movie Meetup Group is organizing to see the best and most interesting films that come to the big screen in southern Arizona, without a fee or commitment. We'll see whatever people want to get together and see, as long as there is someone willing to organize it. Whenever possible, we also like to take the time before or after the movie to stop by a local watering hole to discuss the film, grumble about our lives, or just socialize. A large number of our shows are works that might other …

Are you a knitter, crocheter or quilter? Do you collect beads, Aida fabric or scrapbooking supplies? Meet other local Craft Makers to trade ideas and show off your Creations! Want a group where you can come and work on a project, and talk with other adults doing the same? Need a break from work and family? Kids driving you nuts? Just need some plain ol' "me" time with some grown-ups? If so, this group is for you! BYOC - Bring your own craft! Just about any type craft or hobby is welcome as lo …

Come join us at 12:00 pm Every Tuesday, we're always open to guests, visitors and new members: Texas Instruments 5411 E. Williams Center Tucson, AZ 12:00 pm Every Tuesday In October 1924, a group of men assembled by Dr. Ralph C. Smedley met in the basement of the YMCA in Santa Ana, California, U.S.A., forming a club “to afford practice and training in the art of public speaking and in presiding over meetings, and to promote sociability and good fellowship among its members.” The group took th …

This group is for women who are looking for a place to come for connection and support. If you are interested in meeting others, sharing, and exploring topics of interest together-- come join us! There will be a variety of activities available for you to choose from on a regular basis, including circles, groups, workshops, game nights, coffee/tea time, arts and crafts, pot lucks, and social hours. Themes for circles/groups/events will include spirituality, personal growth and empowerment, health …

I have no set topics for this group because I want the members to have a say in what journal writing areas they want to explore. Journal Writing has been around as long as the written word itself and the general benefits of journal writing are many, but here are some of the most common: 1) Help you to better accept the losses you experience in your life 2) Help you to better express yourself in personal letters to love ones or business letters. 3) Help you deal with the emotions involved with …

The Tucson Writers Workshop & Meetup group is a community that supports and encourages its members by sharing knowledge, information and feedback about the writing life and the business of writing. Our evolution as a group and the success of both the workshops and the regular meetups is based on a pro-author/writer ethos, and is a strongly motivating and intensely rewarding experience from any standpoint. The art and craft of writing can be learned in many ways, but is often a lonely pursuit. Ho …

To The VIOLET VOYAGE LOVE NEST EVERY 2ND & 4TH THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH 7:30 TO 9:30-ish pm (See full details about W. Tucson location when you join) Grant and Silverbell area . . . a continuing journey into vital realms of multi-dimensional expression & living for 2012 and beyond. Please join us as we ride into deep soul intimate territory. We will explore various advanced spiritual topics which include personal sharing that recognize and build upon the wisdom that each person brings.  Wh …

To support the strange endeaver of songwriting in those who have it and to guide the way for those who want to have it. anyone can join. I started the group because there were many people waiting so let's get started!

This group is to offer support for shifting. Alive on earth right now? Then you're being invited to learn more about yourself as an energetic or spiritual being, as a slice of the divine having human experience. It is time to shift from "Things happen to me" to "I create my reality". My work as a spiritual counselor and teacher combines evolutionary astrology, channeling, meditation, and mediumship. Offerings in this group will include some of each of these things, all with the goal of helping …

This is a new group for gay couples interested in expanding their circle of friends and to expose one another to new ideas and fun things to do around Tucson. Anything goes: music, dance performance, social dancing, dinner, theater, bowling, sporting events, biking, hiking, skating, move, cultural salon, discussion, teaching, philosophy, day trips, wine tasting , progressive dining, potlucks, other travel, tours, exhibitions. An endless list of whatever else we can and want to do.

Dress A Girl Around the World is an established organization that provides dresses for girls in many different countries, who might not own a dress or who eat sleep and play in the same dress every day. One of the Tucson chapters meets in a Church on S Pantano Rd, once a month, to sew easy, sturdy dresses and get them ready for shipment to headquarters in Phoenix. There is work for sewers and non-sewers. If you own a sewing machine, you can bring it with you. Most of our supplies are donated.

Gangplank Tucson seeks to unite the creative class by providing space and resources for innovative ideas to flourish. We are a collaborative workspace, without physical or financial barriers preventing participation. Our expectations are simple – share your ideas and knowledge with others.

This is a group for both photographers & nude models!  Anyone interested in nude modeling or photographers looking to meet and photograph local talent can join. We will have networking sessions, photo shoots and events. This is an eighteen and over group, and is professionally run. All skill levels are welcome from newcomers to experienced.

Are you looking for a way to reduce stress, improve your health and wellbeing, reverse aging, and enhance attitude and mood? Or how about a way to boost metabolism, build strength and vitality, and increase vital and sexual energy? You may have found the right place! An ancient energy art form long kept secret within the royal bloodlines in China. Qigong is used for strengthening the flow of life force & improving health. Its recent surge in popularity has been a result of Qigong’s fun and dynam …

This group is dedicated to the learning about, sharing and practicing the art of composting to growing food, soil and Red Wriggler worms (WE=Worm Equivelent) in ways that are appropriate for our desert environment. In the desert, WE need to grow soil to grow food. Red Wriggler worms are experts at creating soil, when fed and watered by US. WE need worms, WE need soil, WE need food. This is the necessary and beautiful collaboration of LIFE. If you compost, tend worms, grow food, or you want to le …

Great work out and camaraderie. If you like sports like football,soccer, and basketball ,but want to try something new, you have to check out our Rugby team. We have all different kinds of experience levels, ages, Men, and Women. We practice twice a week in Marana, AZ on Tues and Thurs. On Thursdays we like to go out for beers after our ass-kicking practice. Also did I mention its an awesome workout. I have lost 20 lbs. just from playing.

Combining the healing powers of coloring, talking, and loving acceptance, the Drawing Out Process is a very simple yet very powerful way to permanently draw out negative emotions, "inner demons", self-criticism, old programs, fears, etc.  You can draw them out of your system by simply drawing them out on the page...  And all you need are crayons and paper! NO ARTISTIC SKILL NECESSARY!  Stick figures work just as well.  :) This is a technique I created that miraculously cleared me of depression, …

Take control of your dating life! Don't wait for the right one to come along, go out and find them. We are group of men dedicated to improving social intelligence through systematic application of dating science. Through combination of theory and field experience, we improve ourselves in game. We constantly push each other to achieve our best, enhance our strengths, and solve our weaknesses in all areas of life.