Smart Home
Meet other local people interested in Smart Home: share experiences, inspire and encourage each other! Join a Smart Home group.
60,365
members
43
groups
Largest Smart Home groups
Newest Smart Home groups
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Check out smart home events happening today here. These are in-person gatherings where you can meet fellow enthusiasts and participate in activities right now.
Discover all the smart home events taking place this week here. Plan ahead and join exciting meetups throughout the week.
Absolutely! Find smart home events near your location here. Connect with your local community and discover events within your area.
Smart Home Events Today
Join in-person Smart Home events happening right now
Columbus Women's Investing & Personal Finance Meeting
**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**!
Investing & Personal Finance Meeting
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
🍕Vick’s Gourmet Pizza 🍕
Join us for pizza and conversation at Vick’s Gourmet Pizza! 🍕
Good slices, good stories, and plenty of laughs around the table. Come hungry, bring your best conversation, and let’s enjoy a relaxed evening with great company.
Extra cheese and extra chatter encouraged! 😄
FREE Improv Comedy drop-in - Delaware
**Please note the slightly different start time!**
It's happening again!
**WHAT:**
Free Improv Drop-in. No experience needed / beginner friendly! (18+ for now; plans for a "kids and parents" drop-in are in the works)
**TIME & PLACE:**
Sunday 1:00pm - 2:45pm
Delaware Library - 84 E Winter St, Delaware, OH 43015
in the Community Room
**WHAT TO BRING:**
Punctuality, yourself, a good attitude, and a willingness to have fun and be a bit silly and goofy around others. That's it!
**WHAT THIS IS:**
A time for fun and exploration. We're going to do improv warm-up exercises and play silly improv games. Think of it as "dipping your toe" into improv comedy.
**WHAT THIS IS NOT:**
Deep improv training with scene work; a place of judgement or worrying what others think; a place where you're expected to know what you're doing.
Please mention in the comments if you're planning on attending or use the "attending/interested" function; it really helps me plan the class depending on the amount of people participating.
Feel free to comment / spread the word / message me if you have any questions. Thanks!
ALSO: Please don't take the amount of people marked going as the # that will be there; I post this on FB groups, Reddit, and Nextdoor, so I always have at least 3 - 6 people for games. Join us!
French conversation at La Chatelaine in Worthington.
This event is 2:30 - 4 pm Sunday.
Conversation tends toward intermediate/advanced,
but everybody is welcome.
If you come and don't see us right away, keep looking. We could be anywhere in the restaurant.
Smart Home Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Psychic Fair
We will have our certified mediums available and you can receive 3 10-minute readings for $20.
To keep you safe, we will be following all CDC and Health Dept. guidelines at our psychic fair today. Sitters and readers required to wear a mask. We will maintain a minimum of 6 foot physical distance during readings. Please, if you can, bring your own portable chair to use during your readings.
Please note that we are at our wonderful new home at Unity of Columbus, 4211 Maize Road, Columbus, OH
Bitty & Beau's Coffee
Here's a blurb from Bitty & Beau's website about their mission:
"Bitty & Beau’s Coffee is a human rights movement disguised as a coffee shop, where people with intellectual & developmental disabilities are valued in the workplace. It’s a place where diversity isn’t just appreciated, it’s celebrated. Bitty & Beau’s Coffee proudly employs 450+ individuals with disabilities nationwide."
They sell a lot of merch, as well as teas/coffees/pastries. For teas, they have regular tea, matcha lattes, and chai lattes.
https://www.bittyandbeauscoffee.com/menu/
Here's their Columbus location info:
https://www.bittyandbeauscoffee.com/location/columbus/
Risky Business
...and speaking of breakthrough roles: who can forget the first time we saw Tom Cruise singing Bob Seeger in his underwear? Often considered an updated 1983 version of The Graduate, the movie sparkles with memorable lines and original music. I only regret that I was never told that "Princeton could use someone like Bob..."
See the movie first and join us for some "Cruisin'"
COLUMBUS SPIRITUALITY MEETUP
We are excited to host Guided Meditations on Sundays at 6 pm in our Ashram/Gallery/Home! !! !!
Everyone wants to know what kind of God we worship and what kind of meditation we do. We worship the GOD that LOVES US! We understand that god is an energy and it lives in us as us. Our meditations guide others to actually experience that energy! xoxo We don't just talk about peace, love and affection, we experience it :)
Also we are a home not a business, so we enjoy building community one friend at a time. We always build in time for people to mingle & develop friendships! xoxo Much Love, Frank Tennyson
Namaste, Frank Tennyson
http://photos3.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/a/f/9/9/600_447824953.jpeg
Griggs Reservoir Walk: Wyandot Park to Griggs Dam and Back
We'll meet at Wyandot Park, cross Riverside Dr at Lane Rd, then walk south along the water to Griggs Park and back — around 5 miles total.
A scenic out-and-back route along the Scioto River. One of the nicer stretches of trail in Columbus.
Parking is available at Wyandot Park, off Lane Rd.
Here's an overview of the route on Google Maps:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/uqweEoi6vcpY4esTA
See you there.
Smart Home Events Near You
Connect with your local Smart Home community
Columbus For Professionals Home Speed Dating
**🥰 Online Speed Dating via Zoom – Connect with Columbus Singles Tonight!**
The point of this online speed dating event is not just the content. It is the room, the host, and the feeling that people are joining something they can return to.
Meet Columbus singles from home. We sort the matching, you just turn up. Quick, hosted rounds on Zoom with Columbus singles paired to your age group and personality. No awkward pauses — just natural conversation.
**Pick your age group and sign up:**
- **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Columbus&groupurlname=downtown-local-singles-mixer-and-mingle&ar=18-32&face_v=3.0)
- **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Columbus&groupurlname=downtown-local-singles-mixer-and-mingle&ar=30-46&face_v=3.0)
- **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Columbus&groupurlname=downtown-local-singles-mixer-and-mingle&ar=40-58&face_v=3.0)
**⚠️ Heads up — RSVPing here isn't enough.** Register through your age group link below and complete the quiz. Capacity is limited.
---
🎯 **Great fit for:**
- People fed up with swiping who want actual conversation
- Singles in Columbus who want to meet people from home
- Singles who prefer a hosted, structured experience
⭐ *"Ideal for introverts. Felt at ease the entire time."* – Columbus attendee
🛠 **What the flow looks like**
1. **Sign up** – Tap the link for your age range above.
2. **Fill in the matching quiz** – Helps us find your ideal matches for the evening.
3. **Log in** – Connect to the Zoom session from home. The host runs the show.
4. **Speed date** – One-on-one rounds with personality-matched Columbus locals.
🗂 **Quick details**
- **Format:** Zoom video session – short timed rounds
- **Location:** Your space – couch, desk, wherever suits you
- ✨ **Host:** Friendly host guiding every round
💡 **Tip:** Check your Zoom setup and pick a quiet, well-lit spot ahead of time.
---
✨ One Zoom call, genuine conversations, real matches. See you there. ❤️🔥 ✨
Lean version: fewer words, same core offer.
Fast to read, easy to act on.
🤝 **Community angle**
- The atmosphere is guided, social, and easy to join
- Repeat attendees help create familiarity and momentum
- The structure is designed to help people settle in quickly
It is meant to feel like the start of ongoing relationships, not just a single session on the calendar.
Cincinnati Easy-Paced Home Dating
💓 **Online Speed Dating Built for First Timers – Real Connections, Zero Pressure!**
**🔴 MUST READ: RSVP Alone Won't Get You In!**
To attend, you must: (1) Click your age group link below, (2) Complete registration, and (3) Finish the personality quiz. Limited spots available – register now before they're gone!
**📋 Choose Your Age Range Below to Register:**
- **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cincinnati&groupurlname=network-for-active-local-singles-dating&ar=18-32&face_v=1.0)
- **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cincinnati&groupurlname=network-for-active-local-singles-dating&ar=30-46&face_v=1.0)
- **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cincinnati&groupurlname=network-for-active-local-singles-dating&ar=40-58&face_v=1.0)
- **Ages 55+** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cincinnati&groupurlname=network-for-active-local-singles-dating&ar=55+&face_v=1.0)
---
🤝 Tired of swiping with no results? Try real conversations instead! Online speed dating removes all the awkward parts of traditional dating. A friendly host guides you through each round, so all you have to do is show up and be yourself.
🎯 **Perfect for:**
- Introverts who shine in one-on-one conversations
- First-time speed daters seeking a welcoming, easy experience
- First-timers who want to date without the pressure of face-to-face meetings
- Busy professionals who value their time and comfort
**How It Works**
1. **Sign Up** – Click the registration link for your age bracket above.
2. **Finish the Short Personality Assessment** – This helps us optimise your matches for the evening.
3. **Connect on Zoom** – No setup needed. Just click the link and you're in!
4. **Meet Your Matches** – Rotate through fun one-on-one rounds with Cincinnati singles who share your vibe.
5. **Discover Your Matches** – We'll notify you of any mutual interest after the event. The rest is up to you!
**Event Details**
- **Format:** Hosted live on Zoom – guided, fun, and stress-free
- **Location:** No venue needed – just a comfy seat and a good internet connection
- **Host:** Your personal guide through the evening – friendly, encouraging, and fun
- **Vibe:** Light-hearted, easy-going speed dates with open-minded Cincinnati singles
- **Accessibility:** Join from any device – laptop, tablet, or phone
- **Duration:** About 60–90 minutes of structured, fun conversations
**Frequently Asked Questions**
**How long are the conversations?**
Each round is a few minutes – long enough to feel a connection, short enough to keep things exciting!
**What happens after the event?**
We reveal mutual matches after the event. If you both liked each other, we help you connect!
---
✨ The hardest part is clicking register. After that, we make everything easy. See you there! 💘 ✨
Columbus Neighborhood Hearts Speed Date
**💖 Speed Dating on Zoom – Personality Matched for Columbus Locals**
For this online speed dating version, the host and the people in the room matter as much as the agenda. The experience is designed to feel guided, welcoming, and social.
Ditch the apps. Meet Columbus singles face-to-face on Zoom tonight. Quick, hosted rounds on Zoom with Columbus singles paired to your age group and personality. No awkward pauses — just natural conversation.
**Register under your age group:**
- **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Columbus&groupurlname=club-leading-local-singles-speed-dating&ar=18-32&face_v=2.0)
- **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Columbus&groupurlname=club-leading-local-singles-speed-dating&ar=30-46&face_v=2.0)
- **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Columbus&groupurlname=club-leading-local-singles-speed-dating&ar=40-58&face_v=2.0)
**⚠️ Heads up — RSVPing here isn't enough.** Register through your age group link below and complete the quiz. Capacity is limited.
---
🎯 **Especially useful for:**
- Anyone curious about speed dating in a relaxed setting
- ⚡ Columbus locals after personality-matched dates
- People fed up with swiping who want actual conversation
📌 **What to know**
- **Format:** Zoom video session – short timed rounds
- **Location:** From home – all you need is Wi-Fi and a webcam
- **Host:** Live host handling rounds and introductions
🔄 **What to expect**
1. **Pick your age group** – Register through your link above.
2. **Take the personality quiz** – We use it to pair you with compatible Columbus singles.
3. **Hop on Zoom** – Join the call and your host will walk you through it.
4. **Meet your matches** – Cycle through short chats with compatible Columbus singles.
💡 **Tip:** Check your Zoom setup and pick a quiet, well-lit spot ahead of time.
⭐ *"10/10. The host was fantastic and I actually had fun on the dates."* – Columbus first-timer
---
✨ Register, take the quiz, and connect with Columbus locals tonight. ✨ ✨
Short-form version for faster scanning.
Everything important, without the extra padding.
🤝 **Community angle**
- The atmosphere is guided, social, and easy to join
- The community matters as much as the session itself
- Repeat attendees help create familiarity and momentum
The long-term goal is a room people want to come back to, not a one-off event people forget about.
Prompt vs. Paintbrush
AI is changing how art is made. But when does it stop being your work and start being the machine’s?
This month we're going to be doing a panel with with digital image, music, and written word artists, talking about at what point, while using AI in the creation process, does the work become not the artist creation?
We encourage audience participation during this event that will be moderated by Chris Slee.
Whether you’re deep in the field or just getting curious, come connect with others building and exploring AI in Columbus.
Sponsored by [Transform Labs](https://www.transformlabs.com/services)
Sign up also accessible via [Transform Labs Luma](https://luma.com/55umjqta)
Columbus Arduino Raspberry Pi Enthusiasts (CARPE) (Check Location)
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.
What If Your AI Could Be a Team? - Chad Green
**Important time note:** Please plan on arriving between 5:30 and 6:00 as the elevators lock after 6 and you'll need to message us and we'll need to come get you.
The building address is 4450 Bridge Park
The entrance is 6620 Mooney St, Suite 400
You will need to scan your ID at the door to get a visitor badge.
**Abstract**
GitHub Copilot is powerful, but what if you could scale from a solo AI assistant to an entire team of specialized agents working in parallel? This session introduces Squad: an open-source framework for multi-agent orchestration that lets you define teams of AI agents with specific roles, responsibilities, and expertise.
We'll progress from Copilot basics to the Copilot CLI, explore how Agents add autonomy, and see how Instructions and Skills let you customize agent behavior. Then, the climax: a live demo where a Squad team of 3 agents (Lead, Developer, Tester) stands up and builds a working application in real-time, showcasing true multi-agent collaboration.
Whether you're new to AI or exploring how to scale your use of Copilot, this session will show you what's possible when agents work as a team.
**YouTube Link**
TBD
Vibe Coding 101: How to Build with AI
Curious about “vibe coding” but not sure what it actually means? This beginner-friendly talk is about how people are using AI to build websites, apps, automations, and small software projects by describing what they want in plain English.
We’ll cover what vibe coding is, what AI is good at, where it falls short, and how to actually use it without getting lost. The goal is not to hype AI as magic — it’s to show how to use it as a practical tool.
This session is designed for beginners, curious builders, non-programmers, and developers who want a clearer picture of how to build with AI today.
Topics include:
* What “vibe coding” means
* What AI can help you build
* Where AI is useful and where it is unreliable
* A simple workflow for building with AI
* Prompting tips for better results
* Common beginner mistakes to avoid
If you’ve ever thought, “I have an idea, but I don’t know how to build it,” this talk is for you.
LOGISTICS AND PARKING:
The talk starts at 7:00 PM. The first half hour is reserved for everyone to get set up and mingle. Free pizza and drinks!
The cheapest parking option is to find street parking, which will only cost you a few bucks. Otherwise, park in the nearby veteran's museum lot for $8. It's highly recommended you avoid the nearby $15 garage parking.



























