Why Infants & Toddlers of NE Columbia has been started to bring together friendly moms, their babies and young toddlers from NE Columbia. We feel it's very important for children to be exposed to other children around their age to develop socially as well as emotionally. In this modern world, we find it very helpful and reassuring to be surrounded by likeminded as well as differing opinions when it comes to child rearing. It takes a village to raise a child. This is our village. ______________ …

"The best playgroups are the ones where, with your friends, you're greater than the sum of all your parts. Meaning, you may arrive and leave in chaos, but while you're together everything is better and easier simply because you have each other." Are you looking for a smaller "mommy and me" group of friends to get to know and have fun with?  Well, welcome to Playtime Pals! We are a Columbia area children's playgroup and mom's support group. Here you will find an active group of moms and children …

Calling all individuals that want to lose weight, and even if you don't need to lose weight, by learning new recipes and new ingredients and foods that you have never tried or known what to do with. I am learning too but it is no fun doing it alone. At some get togethers, we will also watch, a movie/documentary having to do with a healthy lifestyle. We will have excursions where we will learn healthy lifestyles. Ideas for this will grow as the group grows. So come join me in making new friendshi …

The purpose of this group is to learn the Spanish language with a primary focus on learning to speak (as well as read and write) the language, while sharing resources for self-study in-between monthly meetings and to build friendships which may lead to Spanish language practice groups within the general membership. All who are interested are welcome, from those who are beginners to those who are more advanced in their language skills. Don't be shy! We also welcome those who speak Spanish flu …

This network is designed for breast cancer survivors diagnosed in their 40’s or younger regardless of your current age. Whether you have just been diagnosed, are still undergoing treatments or are several years out, join us to connect with other young women who have faced breast cancer. In a relaxed setting, you can connect with other young breast cancer survivors just like you, find out about available resources, ask questions, make new friends and be assured that you are not alone.

Columbia Social Connections is a not for profit social community, dedicated to providing a friendly environment for Socialization. We serve this community by organizing diverse events for our members such as art, dance, music, nightlife, dining, wine-tasting, walking tours, theater, etc. Columbia Social Connections is Not a Dating Site. While we don't discourage dating, it is not the stated purpose of the group. We are open to all regardless of relationship status or orientation. We are a thrivi …

I think every girl needs a good core group of girlfriends to hang out with but it's not always easy for us in our 20's & 30's & 40's to meet those girls for whatever the reason. So I decided to do something about it! :) Whether you are single, married, new in town, or just need to meet some new people. This is a great way to meet other women in the Columbia area and form lasting friendships while doing something fun! We can do all sorts of meetups such as dinners, lunches, movies, happy hour, ga …

Need some motivation or accountability to get your physical activity in each week? Want to get into a regular routine again after the holidays? Want to make some new friends to help with your health goals? Whatever level of fitness (or non-fitness) you are at, come join our walking club in association with Palmetto Health's program Healthy Palmetto. We'll be starting the club on Monday January 7th, meeting on the Lexington side of the Dam at 5:45.

We welcome any type of business owner, those who aspire to have a business, and those truly dedicated to the business they work for here in the Columbia, SC and surrounding area- from artist to zoo keeper! The purpose of our Meetup is to put your own business in connection with other businesses who can benefit you and vise versa. Along with being a member of our group, we will also have various advertising deals, and information to help your company grow. We will take any ideas from members to m …

One out of every three Americans say they've had some form of spiritual experience. Spiritual experiences may include prophetic or vivid dreams, out of body adventures, signs of Divine guidance, past life memories, intuition, noticing an inner light or sound, and being aware of God's hand in your life, as well as many others. Have you had a spiritual experience? If not, would you like to? Come share your experiences, listen to those of others, and find out some techniques you can do at home to f …

Looking for other mothers at home during the day? We are here! Come check out the MOMS Club and meet other mothers in the downtown and SE Columbia/Forest Acres communities. We only post a few of our events in Meetup.com to give a couple of places for potential members to check us out.  Once you officially join, we get you the full calendar with all events as well as sign you up for our group email.  Our chapter has approximately 30 members, only a few of whom are in this Meetup group. The MOMS C …

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Welcome! Columbia Veg is a South Carolina Midlands area community group for vegans, vegetarians, and those exploring a plant-based lifestyle for ethical, environmental, spiritual and/or health reasons. You do not need to be vegan or vegetarian to join, you just need to eat vegan/vegetarian at events. Our potlucks are vegan so everyone can eat everything. (Vegan means no animal-derived ingredients, including meat, fish, dairy, eggs and honey). Our events include dinners at local veg-friendly rest …

Are you single and love to travel, but always worried about traveling alone? Well, worry no longer. This group is for single individuals of all ages to get together and meet other passionate travelers. For example, have you ever wanted to celebrate New Year's in New York or Mardi Gras in New Orleans, but had no one to go with?  What about travel to Dubai or South Africa and tour the country? Travel is almost always more fun with a group, and no one should ever miss out on seeing the world and ha …

Welcome to the Columbia Camera Club Meetup group. Here you will find information to Club Meetings as well as Club sponsored events and outings. We look forward to having you join the club (if you choose to do so…no pressure). Becoming a Member is EASY... The method of joining our membership is to register at one of the regular meetings. Annual dues are $30.00 [semi-prorated @ $15 if a member joins July-Dec], which can be paid at one of our club meetings. (Sorry, but there is currently no apparat …

What is Sahaj Marg? Sahaj Marg is a Sanskrit term meaning 'Natural Path'. While this system of meditation originated in India, its purpose is spiritual and universal, without religious or cultural bias. As its name implies, it is a simple and natural practice. Moreover, it offers a means by which we can, with capable guidance and self-effort, evolve from our present condition towards a future that realizes our full spiritual potential. The method is taught worldwide at no cost, the only qualific …

I have decided to start this group so I could bring Zumba to Blythewood SC and Winnsboro SC. The purpose of this group is to get the word out about Zumba and what it can do for you. Zumba has changed many lives and your life could be next. I offer 5 classes a week and I am getting ready to offer a few more. I am currently certified in Zumba Basic and Zumba Toning and will be certified Zumbatomic soon. Mon @ Curves in Blythewood 6:45 pm Tuesday @ Curves in Blythewood 6:00 pm Tuesday @ LHD in Winn …

The Christian Party of America (www.christianpartyonline.com) is a new, national third-party of Christian voters, dedicated to proclaiming that Jesus is Lord in the political arena. Our purpose is to bring our country back to being an unabashedly Christian nation, by offering and electing competent candidates who share and promote our vision. Please join us in our goal of uniting believers under the banner of Jesus Christ to bring constitutional freedom to all people of the United States. We bel …

Would you like to get involved in the Columbia Mini Maker Faire? Well, we’d love to have your help and we’re just getting started! We actually just had our first community meet up on Feb 13. It was the first gathering of hobbyist, techno enthusiast, crafters, tinkerers, science and engineering clubs and anyone else who had a passion for making things.

Life has become unnecessarily complicated. We would like to meet some like-minded folks that are interested in getting out of the "rat race" and into a simple, resourceful and more fulfilling way of life, much as our primal ancestors would have. This is includes eating clean, exercising, meditating and understanding what makes us human!

This Meetup Group was established for people who are experienced in any phase of documentary production as well as people with a serious interest in the genre. Regular meetings, at least monthly, will be held in Columbia for members to make professional contacts, critique existing documentaries and discuss project ideas. As the group gains sufficient membership we will periodically solicit experts for educational and informative presentations on a variety of documentary related topics -- techniq …

Welcome! We are a group of passionate technologists based in Columbia SC that meets once a month to share ideas and experience in technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Topics for discussion range from software development, leading-edge frameworks and movements, as well as problem solving and hypothetical solution development to large scale problems. We strive to make our meetings thought provoking yet fun and social. The format will vary from time to time to accommodate for hands on work …

WHO WE ARE Maybe you’re a barefooter from childhood and you only wear shoes when absolutely required. Maybe, like me, you have lived most of your life in shoes and have only recently started to discover the joys of a nelipot (barefoot) lifestyle. Maybe you haven’t even started down this road yet, but you are interested and willing to give it a shot. If so, this group may be a good fit for you. Our goal is to offer the following: A place to discover, renew, or practice the joys of a more barefo …

Do you love photographing people? If you like photographing weddings, events, sports, seniors, families, children, babies, or even pets (yes, they are people too!), then you have found the right group.  We welcome all skill levels of photography, and we hope that you will join us for our next event. Each month we have one regular meet & greet  scheduled, where we can simply network and meet other like-minded photographers.  We discuss at these meetings what each of you would like to learn more a …

This is a group for photographers to grow their knowledge about photography. We hope to become a tight knit community that helps each other by sharing ideas and creating amazing images. Wether you are an amateur looking to up your game, or a well weathered expert just wanting to have a little play time the meetups we will create are meant to be relaxed and open. So bring your ideas!

The Columbia Entrepreneurs Organization is a group of individuals that range from Working Professionals, Small Business Owners, Investors, Joint Venture Seekers, Business Consultants and Visionaries, all desiring to learn, network and grow our businesses. We have Networking Events, Business Education Meetings, Leads and Referral Opportunities, Motivational Meetings as well as Social Gatherings. Our goal is to help your Business Grow or meet people you want to Start a Business with. We have educa …