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Sunday funday: let's play dodgeball at Scioto Audubon park
Sunday funday: let's play dodgeball at Scioto Audubon park
Dodgeball is back again! If you’ve been wanting to come out, this is an easy one to join. We’ll be playing for about 1.5 to 2 hours, you do not need to bring any equipment, and no experience is needed. We use a specific set of rules and equipment to make the games run better and keep them fun for everybody, not just people who already know how to play. If it rains, the event will be canceled.
Hoover Dam Hike
Hoover Dam Hike
Join us for one of our favorite hikes this Tuesday (4/21/26) at 6:30 pm as we hike the Hoover Dam Scenic Trail, starting at the west end of the dam. This hike includes some paved paths/roads along with some dirt trails, with a few beautiful views of the reservoir. Join us for this 2 mile hike, finding us in the parking lot at the corner of Sunbury and Smoke Burr.
Horse Race Night at Worthington Hills Country Club!
Horse Race Night at Worthington Hills Country Club!
Let's check out the Upcoming Horse Race Event at Worthington Hills Country Club with the Dublin-Rotary Worthington Club! Food will be served along with a cash bar! Cost is only $40.00 per Ticket plus a small fee: [Night at the Races - Dublin-Worthington Rotary - 2026 Tickets, Wednesday, Apr 22 from 6 pm to 9 pm | Eventbrite](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/night-at-the-races-dublin-worthington-rotary-2026-tickets-1980210210044?aff=ebdssbdestsearch) Purchase your tickets ASAP because they will stop selling them on April 7th. I haven't been to a Horse Race Event in awhile and feel that this will be an extremely fun and exciting opportunity! Horse racing is a thrilling sport. Worthington Hills Country Club is a Beautiful Club in Worthington, Ohio with Captivating Scenery and Prestigious Charm. Parking is FREE and widely available in the Large Parking Lot in front of Worthington Hills Country Club. We will meet at 6:00 PM the Main Front Entrance at Worthington Hills Country Club. Thanks and hope to see you come out!
Fore!Fest after The Memorial!
Fore!Fest after The Memorial!
MUSIC AND SPIRITS IN THE STREETS. Rally your clan for a day celebrated the Dublin way at Fore!Fest - a street and music festival held at Bridge Park. Join us after the Memorial Tournament on Friday and take in a savory fare and funky sounds making for an evening of fun. [https://www.forefest.com/](https://www.forefest.com/?fbclid=IwAR3DXvJrHW2TbP0Qf1FRMtvWy0-ffrSdkfmhDGUqArnjDuBr3vJGLc8BYMg) WHEN: 5-10PM (feel free to arrive early or stay late) MUSIC: TBD. Always fun bands. FREE. Food and drink for sale. WEAR: Golf and casual summer attire is the norm here. PARK in the garages. NO SEATING (bring bag chairs if you want to sit). ALTERNATE: Hang out at PINS in the complex. Let's fest, Michele
Music BINGO
Music BINGO
Ready for a night of music, laughter, and fun? Join us at Thunderwing Brewery for Music Bingo — a lively twist on classic bingo where songs replace numbers and good vibes are guaranteed! RSVP to secure your spot. Text Renee (614-257-9389). (Headcount needed to make sure staffing can accommodate the group) Arrive early to get a seat - **bring a camping chair for extra seating.** Often the brewery has food trucks or you can bring in your own food. Bonus - You can bring your dog!
Spring Hike at Inniswood Gardens
Spring Hike at Inniswood Gardens
Let’s walk the gardens and enjoy what has spring has on display.
Sharon Woods HIKE
Sharon Woods HIKE
Hi ladies. Let's hike the Edward Thomas, Spring Creek, and a little multi-purpose trail - approximately 4 miles. Please bring a water bottle as needed and appropriate shoes. Meet in the Maple Grove Picnic area.
Hike Blendon Woods Metro Park
Hike Blendon Woods Metro Park
Hi ladies. We will meet in front of the Nature Center and head to the two Observation decks. We will then hike Hickory Ridge, Ripple Rock, Overlook and Sugarbush trails to get approximately four miles total distance. We will walk approximately a 18 minute mile pace. Please wear appropriate hiking shoes.
Sharon Woods HIKE
Sharon Woods HIKE
Hi ladies. Let's hike the Edward Thomas, Spring Creek, and a little multi-purpose trail - approximately 4 miles so please wear your shoe of choice. Please bring a water bottle as needed and appropriate shoes. Meet in the Maple Grove Picnic area.
Summer Flex Season
Summer Flex Season
**How does a TennisColumbus Season / League run?** The league advertises the season dates and builds a queue of committed players for the season. **Kickoff Day - June 10th** The start day of the season, players are sent a kickoff email that contains important information about the league, the link where your league standings and players contact information. We guarantee 6 playing partners at your playing level, but have been averaging closer to 15+ partners in most cities. The number of different levels we run is solely based upon the number of players enrolled for the league kickoff. Typically we are running a Skilled-3.0, Competitive-3.5 and Advanced-4.0 in most cities. **Your Task - "Flexible Scheduling"** After this kickoff email is sent, it is the **player's task to communicate with other players**. Players should work with their partners to find an agreeable time and location to play the match. While TennisColumbus doesn't mandate your playing schedule, it is recommended that players schedule at least one match per week. By request of the players, we started to allow players to play 1 rematch per season. The regular season is all about playing as much as you can. As of Feb. 10, 2026 we've had an amazing 2,017 players play more than [20 matches in a season](https://www.tenniscolumbus.com/info/MatchesInSeason). **Where to Play?** Play at your local free tennis courts, tennis parks, condo courts or tennis clubs. The league strongly suggests that players jointly try to pick a tennis court location convenient to both. We provide an extensive list of [tennis courts](https://www.tenniscolumbus.com/TennisCourts), including # of courts, lighting, hitting walls, etc. We strive to keep this list up-to-date. TennisColumbus sets up a must play dates to push players out on the courts. The final deadline is the date marking the end of the season, at which point players with 3-5 wins (Actually total is specified on the division page) will qualify for a post-season playoff to determine the league champion. **How to Play?** Players can use three mostly standard playing formats: 2 out of 3 sets, 2 sets with 10 point super tie-breaker or the 10-game pro set (First to 10, used when court time is limited). On Feb. 2018, we added Fast Tennis 4 game pro set format as a valid format. **Playoffs** Each season concludes with a playoffs where players with anywhere from 3 to 5 season wins qualifies for a single elimination tourney. The champion is awarded based upon the league [Prize Pool](https://www.tenniscolumbus.com/info/prize_pool3). Each singles league champion also receives a playing entry into one of two national championships we run. **[JOIN TODAY](https://www.tenniscolumbus.com/join)** Full price is $39.95 to play in a season. The earlier you sign up we typically offer discounts during these tough economic times. Just go to the [Join Page](https://www.tenniscolumbus.com/join) and complete the short form. We'd be happy to find you dedicated tennis playing partners.
Walk for Children - 2026 Save Soil Walkathon in Columbus
Walk for Children - 2026 Save Soil Walkathon in Columbus
Walk for Children - 2026 Save Soil Walkathon in Columbus 🌍 Over 52% of the world soil is degraded and scientists warn we may have only a few decades of fertile soil left. As Sadhguru shares, soil is a living system—and when it degrades, our food, health, and future are at risk. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hyT-6qiubd0 🚶‍♂️🌎This Earth Day, Join the Walk for Children-2026 SaveSoil 5K Walkathon here in Columbus and help raise awareness about soil for the future of our children! Every step you take helps: ✔️ 1. Raise awareness in your communities about protecting and restoring soil. ✔️ 2. Supports sustainable food systems. ✔️ 3. Helps secure our children’s future. 📅 Date: April 26, 2026 📍 Location: Scioto Audubon Metro Park Check-in address 400 W Whittier St, Columbus, OH 43215 ⏰ Time: 8:30 a.m. check-in event starts at 9:30 a.m. 👉 Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/walk-for-children-2026-save-soil-walkathon-in-columbus-registration-1986596534713?aff=oddtdtcreator 👉🏼Free and Open to All. Share this message and bring your neighbours, friends & family along to celebrate our planet! Let’s make it happen!
In Person Event: The Secrets to Mental Health
In Person Event: The Secrets to Mental Health
Mental Health, how do you understand it? How can you improve it? How do you get rid of stress, anxiety and uncertainty? These emotions are buried deep in your reactive mind. Find out what the reactive mind is, and in the process find yourself. Have you ever suffered from a traumatic experience, a deep loss or been through a painful breakup? Has your ability to communicate suffered as a result? And after that, even though you "moved on" did you find that things were never quite the same? Have you ever looked at childhood photos, or reminisced your early life and wondered where that happiness and spark went? Are your emotions out of your own control? Have you ever felt, even if you aren’t aware of it, that possibly you are getting in your own way of your happiness and success? How does this affect your self-confidence? Find out what is at the root of all stress, anxiety, depression and self-doubt. Find out how and why you hold yourself back from achieving your goals and having the life you have dreamed of. As soon as you learn what is at the root of these unwanted conditions, you’ll see it is something you can DO something about. You will not be labeled or categorized at this MeetUp. This group is hosted by the Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.
Free yoga
Free yoga
Free in-person event: Take Control of Your Mental Health
Free in-person event: Take Control of Your Mental Health
It’s time to take control of your mental health. How do you get rid of stress, anxiety and uncertainty? These emotions are buried deep in your reactive mind. Find out what the reactive mind is, and in the process find yourself. Have you ever suffered from a traumatic experience, a deep loss or been through a painful breakup? Has your ability to communicate suffered as a result? And after that, even though you "moved on" did you find that things were never quite the same? Have you ever looked at childhood photos, or reminisced your early life and wondered where that happiness and spark went? Are your emotions out of your own control? Have you ever felt, even if you aren’t aware of it, that possibly you are getting in your own way of your happiness and success? How does this affect your self-confidence? Find out what is at the root of all stress, anxiety, depression and self-doubt. Find out how and why you hold yourself back from achieving your goals and having the life you have dreamed of. As soon as you learn what is at the root of these unwanted conditions, you’ll see it is something you can DO something about. You will not be labeled or categorized at this MeetUp.
Hike Pickerington Ponds
Hike Pickerington Ponds
We'll hike 3.4 miles on the Killdeer and Yellowlegs Trails - both out and back gravel trails. If we want more mileage we can repeat an out and back. Pace of around 3.5 mph, no one left behind and those who want to go faster sure can! As always optional lunch after. This is the second Metro Park in the lineup for me - with 21 to go (plus more are being added).

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FINAL COUNTDOWN - Get on Facebook or Linkedin
FINAL COUNTDOWN - Get on Facebook or Linkedin
IT'S THE FINAL COUNTDOWN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Hello Everyone, I am sorry to say that it is very expensive to organize a Meetup group. That is why I am hoping to move this group over to Facebook and/or Linkedin before I have to pay the organizer fee again. Fortunately we have plenty of time before that happens, but until then our group will have this weekly event as a reminder to have everyone please join our group on Facebook and Linkedin Facebook = https://www.facebook.com/groups/677618211808186 Linkedin = https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13292068/ Our group will be closing, or more accurately I will no longer be an organizer, no later than June 9, 2026. We will have this weekly event until then. Thank you and I hope to see you all on Facebook and Linkedin
Virtual Networking for Fitness & Wellness Pros
Virtual Networking for Fitness & Wellness Pros
Join us on Zoom for a fast-paced, engaging networking event for fitness and wellness professionals. Whether you're a trainer, coach, instructor, or entrepreneur, this is your chance to meet like-minded peers, share ideas, and explore collaborations. Enjoy breakout sessions, speed networking, and conversations on trends, challenges, and opportunities in the wellness space. Come ready to connect, grow, and thrive—together. Meeting ID 767 4953 1344 Passcode uZ9Kx1
Virtual Networking for Fitness & Wellness Pros
Virtual Networking for Fitness & Wellness Pros
Join us on Zoom for a fast-paced, engaging networking event for fitness and wellness professionals. Whether you're a trainer, coach, instructor, or entrepreneur, this is your chance to meet like-minded peers, share ideas, and explore collaborations. Enjoy breakout sessions, speed networking, and conversations on trends, challenges, and opportunities in the wellness space. Come ready to connect, grow, and thrive—together. Meeting ID 767 4953 1344 Passcode uZ9Kx1
Massage Monday! By appointment only with Massage Awesome
Massage Monday! By appointment only with Massage Awesome
This is an appointment only event! Please go to the link and book online if you'd like to show up. We encourage people to try massage therapy along with other forms of manual therapy, as they can greatly benefit health and wellness. Massage is often a great means of reducing pain and helping to keep up with intense or even just new fitness regiments, which is why we are teaming up and offering special rates to anyone signing up through meetup. New Clients will get get $30 off their 1st visit if you book through this group and mention it during the visit(doesn't apply towards 3hour sessions and student sessions will only be $15 off). If you are a returning client, you can still get $20 off for these events if you mention it. Also check out linktr.ee/massageawesome to see their social links and reviews
Footsoak 'Water' Meditation
Footsoak 'Water' Meditation
**What is footsoak water meditation?** Use natural elements to deepen meditation. Water and salt combination takes out imbalances in our system and we feel much more refreshed. We do guided meditation while our feet are in water. **How to do it?** Get along a tumbler in which your feet can dip ankle deep. Additionally get table salt, mug of fresh water and a fiber to wipe feet. Intsructions on footsoak: https://youtu.be/xXpg1zjvU_Y
Losing weight in Columbus - Support & Chill together - Weekly Meeting
Losing weight in Columbus - Support & Chill together - Weekly Meeting
This will be the weekly meeting for the group, somewhere where we can chat, discuss goals, and get to know each other better. This will be a pretty casual get together, and be a way of connecting with like minded individuals. To start this will be an online meeting, so that people can join remotely! Also note, that just because the RSVP list is full, don't hesitate to sign up to get on the waitlist, there are always people who change if they can join as we get closer to the event. If you're on the waitlist, you'll be first to join the event when people do cancel!
Meditation for Beginners - Isha Kriya (Free Online Webinar)
Meditation for Beginners - Isha Kriya (Free Online Webinar)
**To RSVP, please [click here](https://www.innerengineering.com/webinar/meditation-for-beginners).** Once you click on this link, please provide your email address, and you will receive an email with details on how you can join the webinar. ***Isha Kriya*** is a simple yet potent meditation created by Sadhguru. ***"Isha"*** means that which is the ***source of creation***. ***"Kriya"*** means an ***inward*** ***action*** towards that. Isha Kriya, a free guided meditation, takes only 12-18 minutes and is an easy to learn process that you can do at home, work, or wherever you are. This meditation can bring clarity, health, and joy. **Duration:** 60 minutes. Open to all aged **12+**.
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