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Build Columbus Meetup #48 @ Improving

Sat, Nov 14, 6:00 PM

From Build Columbus

5.0

**Use your skills. Serve your city.** Builders in Columbus using their skills to help local nonprofits. Developers, designers, content creators, and more. All are welcome. Join us at Improving to learn from each other, work on projects, and share what we're building. You'll leave with new ideas and new connections. First time? You'll fit right in. **What to expect** **Intro circle:** We go around the room and everyone shares their name, what they're working on, and how their skills could help someone else. **Main session:** Attend a talk, join a workshop, or work on a project. **Hang out:** Food, coffee, and conversation with other builders. **Sponsors and Partners** * Improving (Venue Sponsor, providing food and beverages) * Fruits and Roots Coffee Roasters (Coffee Partner) **Stay connected** **Join the Discord:** https://discord.com/invite/s9bQZBVduF **Learn more:** https://buildcolumbus.org

11 attendees

COSQAM Presents: Quality in the Age of AI

Mon, Nov 16, 10:30 PM

From TechLife Columbus

4.6

Join us in the beautiful **Improving Columbus** office space for a Panel Discussion around this topic... **Quality in the Age of AI: The Good, the Bad, and the Lessons Learned** What AI tools are we using? What do we think should be better? How can we make it work in our lives and careers? **The Panel** Bob Fornal - Senior Engineer at Leading EDJE (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rfornal/) Krishna Chaitanya Bandarupalli - Quality Assurance Team Lead at Encova Insurance (https://www.linkedin.com/in/krishna-chaitanya-bandarupalli-a1038436/) Ryan Quellhorst - Quality Assurance Specialist at The Helper Bees (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanquellhorst/) Joseph Beale (Moderator) - Lead Consultant at Tricentis (https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephbealeqa/) Food and drinks provided by COSQAM and Improving PARKING INFORMATION: Street parking is available through the ParkColumbus or ParkMobile apps. There is also garage parking available at the following locations: * LAZ Parking - Gravity Garage, 500 W. Broad Street * Veterans Memorial Lot - 300W W Broad St * LAZ Parking - Dorrian Green Garage (i.e. COSI Garage) - 52 Belle St, Columbus, OH 43215

7 attendees

American Sign Language Beginners Meetup Group

Thu, Nov 19, 12:00 AM

From American Sign Language Beginners Meetup Group

5.0

We meet to learn and practice American Sign Language and to grow our familiarity with Deaf culture. Facilitated by hearing folks (with a connection to a professional interpreter) using Deaf-created content. People of all ASL skill levels are welcome! As we learn, we hope to connect more with the Deaf community in Central Ohio. Join us as you're able! Come regularly or just once - whatever you're looking for! Each meetup will explore different topics related to ASL/Deaf culture, and will feature time to practice conversation with one another. Just bring yourself and a willingness to learn!

9 attendees

NFT AI ART Columbus

Thu, Nov 19, 2:30 PM

From TechLife Columbus

4.6

NFT's are here to stay folks! This is a group for like minded people interested in understanding, leveraging, using, creating for, profiting from, trading too i suppose, NFT's.. everything around them, complexity, fear and exploits, best practices and more. **PLUS** This group will talk AI ART tools, techniques, artists, video, audio, prototypes and more in the AI assisted production space- ART specifically, but we can get into any aspect of some of the cooler things happening in AI in general.

1 attendee

Sweet Victory: Word Games & Desserts

Sat, Nov 28, 5:00 PM

From Neurospicy Columbus - Living on the Spectrum - Autism ADHD

4.7

Because not all of us got the STEM 'tism. Bring a game for word nerds, or bring a dessert to share, or bring both! Leave a comment to let everyone know what you are bringing so we can try to get a variety of games and desserts.

9 attendees

Columbus Code & Coffee 92 @ Improving

Sun, Nov 15, 6:00 PM

From Columbus Code & Coffee

4.9

Columbus Code & Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. People of all skill levels attend, and we love it that way. Many people (optionally) bring projects to work on, and many other people (optionally) socialize the entire time. It's entirely up to you! **What to Expect at the Intro Circle** \~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~ Near the beginning of the event (1:30 pm), we do a standup: * Organizer announcements, updates, and logistics Round 1 - (7 secs max): * Your name * What you're working on * What you can help others with Round 2: * Community events you wanna plug. If none, that's cool too. Round 3: * Job opportunities you're hiring for OR announce that you are looking for one. If none, that's cool. After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized! Feel free to work alone, pair up, attend one of our workshops/presentations, or mingle!

32 attendees

Barcelona Wine Dinner and Columbus Museum of Art

Sun, Nov 22, 8:00 PM

From The Dublin Wine Meetup Group

4.8

An afternoon of great culture, wine and food. First we tour the Columbus Museum of Art, then gather for a splendid wine dinner at Barcelona. See the pics from our previous Barcelona events. Information is preliminary at this time and will update ASAP. This is an expensive event to put on; **and I will collect the money for the wine in advance, $42.50, including tax.** Payment will by Venmo or arrangement with me. You will initially be put on the wait list until payment is arranged. We'll meet inside the CMofA at 3pm. Please be prompt. Tour together or in small groups and enjoy as much of the museum until closing at 5pm. Then, we'll depart for Barcelona Restaurant. 263 East Whittier Street German Village, Columbus, OH 43206. Parking is miserable. Dinner will be individually selected (and paid) and your wine will be prepaid, $42.50, inclusive of tax, Venmo or cash to me. The Barcelona General Manager and I have some very good Spanish wines for our enjoyment; all are low to mid 90pt wines. **El SELECCIONES de VINO:** Sparkling: Raventos I Blanc Rose 2024 White: Lagar De Cervera Lagar de Fornelos 2022 Lt. Red: Anna Espelt Pla De Gates Negre 2020 Med. Red: Marqués de Murrieta Reserva Rioja 2021 Dark Red: Torres Salmos 2021 Priorat

16 attendees

Columbus PHP: Monthly Meetup

Wed, Nov 11, 11:30 PM

From Columbus PHP Meetup

4.6

Our monthly PHP meetup. A virtual shindig courtesy of Zoom. Check back here for the details around 6:15 pm

2 attendees

Galla Park Social Happy Hour

Wed, Nov 11, 9:45 PM

From Columbus Super Foodies

4.8

Let’s meet up for half-priced cocktails and appetizers. Metered parking should be free because of Veteran’s Day. Here’s the menu: https://gallapark.com/menu/

18 attendees

Introduction to Inner Engineering (Free session)

Thu, Nov 12, 11:00 PM

From Inner Engineering Columbus (Isha Yoga & Meditation Classes)

4.3

Inner Engineering, Isha's flagship program, is a transformative tool designed by Sadhguru to help individuals unlock their true potential and attain a life of fulfillment and well-being. Join us for a **FREE session** where an Isha instructor will provide in-depth information on the program, its formats, and benefits, followed by Q&A. 1-hour session Date and Time: Thursday, November 12, 2026, 6:00 PM EST - 7:00 PM EST ***Note***\*:\* If you wish to stay for the full program, it will continue immediately following the introductory session. You can find full program details here: [https://innerengineering.sadhguru.org/columbus](https://innerengineering.sadhguru.org/columbus) Address: Mozart's Event Space, 4784 N. High Street, Columbus, OH, US, 43214

1 attendee

Free Introductory talk - Stress-free and Healthy Living

Thu, Nov 12, 11:00 PM

From Inner Engineering Columbus (Isha Yoga & Meditation Classes)

4.3

FREE Introduction to Inner Engineering. What is Inner Engineering? What are its benefits and how can I bring it into my life? Inner Engineering, Isha's flagship program, is a transformative tool designed by Sadhguru to help individuals unlock their true potential and attain a life of fulfillment and well-being. Join us for a free session where an Isha instructor will provide in-depth information on the program, its formats, and benefits and answer questions. Date and Timings:Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 6:00 PM EST To Register/RSVP please [click here](https://online.innerengineering.com/en/event-details/25019) Open to all aged 18 yrs and above.

1 attendee

Inner Engineering In-Person

Thu, Nov 12, 11:00 PM

From Inner Engineering Columbus (Isha Yoga & Meditation Classes)

4.3

Please **[Click Here](https://online.innerengineering.com/en/program-details/inner-engineering-in-person-cityprogram-10321-columbus-ohio-us-nov-12-2026)**[ ](https://online.innerengineering.com/en/program-details/inner-engineering-total-cityprogram-unity-village---conference-center-missouri-us-may-09-2024)to learn more and register. **This is a paid program. Early bird expires on October 13th, 2026.** Inner Engineering Total is offered as a 4-day in-person program designed by Sadhguru. The course combines the tools from Inner Engineering and the transmission of **Shambhavi Mahamudra Kriya**, a 21-minute life-transforming practice. This format contains powerful meditative processes and practice support through personalized corrections. Additionally, a **free introductory talk** will be offered on **Thursday from 6:00pm to 7:00pm** (**[RSVP](https://online.innerengineering.com/en/event-details/25019)**) This session is open to all - feel free to bring your friends, family or anyone who may want to come with you. The program will resume after a short break, during which attendees will still have an opportunity to register. This program is offered through an Isha Yoga instructor trained by Sadhguru. No prerequisite or physical agility required. **Program Guidelines & session information** Programs are on Thursday and Friday evenings for 3 1/4 hours and continue all day on Saturday and Sunday. Vegetarian lunch is provided on Saturday; Vegetarian breakfast & lunch on Sunday. **Program Date and Timings:** Thursday, November 12th, 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM Friday, November 13th, 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM Saturday, November 14th, 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday, November 15th, 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM **Attendance to all sessions is mandatory.** Learn more about Inner Engineering on **[Youtube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L9-WwLCy8XY).** 📞Contact: [614-233-1892](tel:614-233-1892) \| columbus@ishausa\.org "*If you turn inward, you will find a space where there is a solution for everything.*" —Sadhguru

2 attendees

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