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Investing & Personal Finance Meeting

Sun, May 3, 7:00 PM
From Columbus Investing and Personal Finance Group
4.6

If you are interested in selecting investment choices for your 401(k) or other workplace savings plan, minimizing your income tax liability, or identifying the most effective investments for your brokerage account, we are the group for you. We are a local chapter of Bogleheads, whose investment strategy can be found here: https://www.bogleheads.org/wiki/Bogleheads%C2%AE_investment_philosophy Or you can peruse the Boglehead forum here: https://www.bogleheads.org/index.php I look forward to seeing you there. Mark Vonder Haar

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9 attendees
Columbus Arduino Raspberry Pi Enthusiasts (CARPE) (Check Location)

Columbus Arduino Raspberry Pi Enthusiasts (CARPE) (Check Location)

Tue, Apr 28, 11:00 PM
From Columbus Arduino Raspberry Pi Enthusiasts
4.7

Bring your Raspberry Pi, Arduino, microcontroller, or any other electronic project and join fellow electronics makers for a night of creativity and collaboration! This session is open forum to share your current projects—whether complete or in progress, it’s all interesting! Whether you’re deep into embedded systems, exploring new ideas, or just getting started, you’ll find a welcoming space to collaborate, share, and get inspired. **New to electronics or curious about tinkering?** You’re absolutely welcome. If you’re a beginner and want to experiment, I’ll have a couple of starter kits available so you can try things out—whether that’s blinking your first LED, putting something on a display, or experimenting with simple sensors. No pressure and no experience required—just an interest in learning and building. While we continue to pursue a more permanent venue for this Meetup, we’ll be using public library facilities based on availability. This session will be at the Worthington Park Library in the Olentangy Meeting Room.

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3 attendees

FYI Worthington Precycle Day

Sat, Apr 25, 1:00 PM
From Worthington Moms
4.9
16 attendees

Columbus Women’s Chorus Spring Concert ‘Stand Up’

Sat, Apr 25, 11:00 PM
From Columbus Lesbian Friends Group
4.8
5 attendees

Columbus Women's Investing & Personal Finance Meeting

Sun, May 3, 6:00 PM
From Columbus Investing and Personal Finance Group
4.6

**Welcome to the Women’s Columbus Bogleheads® Sub-Group** This sub-group is for **women who want to learn and discuss finances in a safe, supportive space**. For those interested in moving towards financial independence and retirement by learning investment basics, choosing your 401(k) investments, minimizing taxes, and more. We’re a local chapter of **Bogleheads®**, following a long-term, practical investment philosophy: [Investment Philosophy](https://www.bogleheads.org/wiki/Bogleheads%C2%AE_investment_philosophy): https://www.bogleheads.org/wiki/Bogleheads%C2%AE_investment_philosophy [Bogleheads Forum](https://www.bogleheads.org/index.php): https://www.bogleheads.org/index.php No question is too small, and no experience is too simple. Share, ask, and learn — at your own pace, without judgment, in a group of like-minded women. Let’s build confidence and knowledge **together**!

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5 attendees
The Story So Far: A WiA Reflection Circle

The Story So Far: A WiA Reflection Circle

Sat, Apr 25, 6:00 PM
From Women in Agile Columbus OH
4.8

A WiA Collective Wisdom Exchange At the start of this year, we gathered to look back, set intentions, and imagine the next chapter. This is the follow-up. Not a check-in. Not a progress report. A small, facilitated circle to reconnect with what you said mattered — and honestly explore what’s actually happening now. Together, we’ll explore: • What you intended at the start of this year - and what that looks like three months in • What’s surprised you, supported you, or shifted • What the next chapter needs now that you know what you know If you were at our January gathering, bring whatever you made or wrote — your word, your artifact, your intention. We’ll look at it with fresh eyes. If this is your first time, you belong here too. You’ll start where we all started: with what’s true right now. Optional art materials will be available for anyone who wants to reflect creatively alongside conversation. If you brought something home from January, you’re warmly invited to bring it back. The intention is the same as always: everyone leaves feeling more clear, more connected, and a little lighter. Space is intentionally limited to keep the experience intimate. What to Expect • A small, welcoming circle (not a large meetup) • Structured conversation so everyone has space to speak • Reflection, listening, and lived experience — not advice-giving • Optional creative reflection alongside conversation • A calm, supportive environment Who This Is For Women and underrepresented folks working in or around agile, product, technology, leadership, or organizational change — especially those looking for honest conversation and community beyond frameworks and buzzwords. Good to Know • No preparation required • If you attended in January, we invite you to bring anything you created or wrote (or something that represents your intention at the start of the year) - it’s optional but invited • Participation is invitational; listening is always welcome • Creative activities are optional

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Frequently asked questions

Collecting groups on Meetup are communities where those with a shared interest in collecting can gather. Whether you collect stamps, coins, or action figures, these groups provide a platform to connect, share tips, and enjoy events focusing on your hobby. They are an excellent way to meet others who appreciate your interests and maybe learn something new.

To find collecting events near you, use Meetup's search feature. Enter 'collecting' and your location to discover upcoming events. This way, you can join gatherings that are geographically convenient and cater to your specific interest in collections.

Yes, you can join multiple groups on Meetup. If you have varied interests in collecting, such as stamps and vintage toys, joining multiple groups helps you engage with different hobby-focused communities. It enhances your experience by allowing diverse connections.

Meetup generally is free to join, although some collecting events might have fees set by the organizers to cover expenses. It's a good idea to check individual event pages for any cost necessary to participate and decide based on your preference and budget.

Attending a collecting meetup typically involves engaging activities like trading, showcasing collections, or interactive discussions. These meetups create a vibrant community space for sharing ideas and appreciating each other’s collectibles. Each event can vary, making them exciting for those passionate about collecting.

Collecting groups operate through designated Meetup organizers who schedule and host gatherings. They determine the frequency, location, and specific topics or activities. Joining a group allows you to participate in its events, learn from others, and contribute to shared collecting passions.

Yes, on Meetup, you can organize your own collecting event by starting a group. Create a group focused on your collection interest, and invite other enthusiasts to join. This allows you to be a leader within the community, bringing people together under shared interests.

The availability of collecting events can vary based on your location. Some areas might have active communities, while others may not yet have established groups. Always check frequently as new ones can appear, or consider starting your own group to build a local community.

Yes, some collecting groups offer online events. These virtual meetups allow people from various locations to engage and share their interests without geographical barriers. It expands the opportunity to participate and connect with collectors from around the world.

Meetup facilitates group interactions rather than direct one-on-one connections. Members meet through events and group dynamics. Personal connections can naturally develop, but they start within the broader community structure that Meetup supports.

You can leave a group at any time on Meetup. If your interests shift or you find a better fit elsewhere, simply choose to leave the group from your account settings. Doing so allows you continued exploration as your interests evolve.

Organizers create events by deciding the event details, such as topic, time, and venue. They post these events on the Meetup platform, where members can RSVP, engage, and plan accordingly. Organizing enriches the social experience by ensuring interactions around common interests.

The quality of organizing experiences can vary. Areas with active groups might provide a richer environment than those less involved. You're also dependent on the members' enthusiasm and participation levels, which can influence the richness of your collecting experience.

Meetup is excellent for enthusiasts of niche collectibles. Even unique interests can find a shared community focusing on similar passions. However, more obscure collections might need you to start and grow a new group originating from your unique collecting enthusiasts.

Not all collecting interests may have active groups in every area. It largely depends on local demand and community engagement. You can use this opportunity to initiate a group if your passion lacks existing representation, gathering others interested actively.