Determine who is the leader for the group

Seek out other screenwriters through flyers, attending local seminars, sending notice to the loca newspaper

Determine a suitable meeting location

Determine a good meeting time

Determine the best meeting day of the week

Schedule your first meeting at least a month in advance

Notify ASA to advertise your meeting

Prepare for the first meeting by making an agenda, handouts, discussion items, etc.

Hold your first meeting, relax, have fun, meet new people, your group is on its way