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Ultimate Frisbee on Saturday

Sat, Jul 25, 2:00 PM
From Columbus Outdoor Adventures
4.8
5 attendees

Ultimate Frisbee at Whetstone

Thu, Jul 30, 10:00 PM
From Columbus Outdoor Adventures
4.8
4 attendees

Music Trivia @ Slammers! (NOT HOSTED - PUBLICLY ACCESSIBLE)

Wed, Jul 29, 11:00 PM
From Rainbow Enthusiasts CBUS LGBTQIA+ Women and Non-binary Group
4.9
1 attendee
Three Creeks Metro Park

Three Creeks Metro Park

Thu, Jul 23, 2:00 PM
From Women 55+ Hiking Group
4.9

**We'll get in around 4 miles at Three Creeks Metro Parks, primarily natural trails. 17-18 minute miles, no one left behind, and faster walkers are free to lead out.** **Some have asked about starting at 9:30; because lunch is always an option I’ve kept the start at 10 so restaurants are open when we finish.** **Optional lunch after!**

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10 attendees
The Limits of Modern AI: Brilliant, Brittle, and Confidently Wrong

The Limits of Modern AI: Brilliant, Brittle, and Confidently Wrong

Wed, Jul 22, 10:30 PM
From Columbus AI Engineering Meetup
4.7

Modern AI can write software, analyze documents, use tools, and solve problems that seemed impossible only a few years ago. It can also miss obvious instructions, invent convincing facts, forget important information, and confidently claim success after failing. Why can AI appear brilliant one moment and surprisingly unreliable the next? In this beginner-friendly talk, we’ll explore the major limitations of today’s AI systems and the situations where they are most likely to break. We’ll look beyond the usual “AI hallucinates” explanation and examine recurring failure modes such as: * Confidently producing incorrect information * Losing track of details and instructions * Struggling with unfamiliar reasoning problems * Making compounding mistakes during long, multi-step tasks * Failing to recognize when tools or external systems have gone wrong * Optimizing for the literal instruction instead of the user’s actual goal We’ll also touch on modern AI research, including current work on long-term memory, context, reasoning, and agent reliability. No advanced machine-learning background is required. The talk will explain the concepts from the ground up, but it is geared toward programmers and anyone interested in building AI applications that need to work outside of a controlled demo. You’ll leave with a clearer framework for understanding what modern AI can do, where it remains unreliable, and how engineers can design systems that expect AI to fail safely. 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.

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9 attendees
Hoover Dam Hike

Hoover Dam Hike

Mon, Jul 20, 10:30 PM
From Walk With Me Gahanna
4.8

Join us for one of our favorite hikes this Monday (7/20/26) 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.

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7 attendees
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Frequently asked questions

Meetup is a platform that helps people discover and join local groups and events based on shared interests, such as climbing.

You can search by your location on Meetup to find climbing groups and events happening near you. Simply enter your location and interests in climbing, and a list of relevant groups will be displayed.

Yes, you can join as many climbing groups as you'd like. This allows you to connect with various climbing enthusiasts and expand your social network around the activity.

While this page focuses on adult climbing groups, it's important to check each group's description to ensure it fits your preferences.

To RSVP for an event, visit the group's page on Meetup and view the upcoming events. You can then indicate your intention to attend specific events on those pages.

Climbing meetups often include activities like group climbs, technique workshops, and social gatherings, allowing members to enjoy and improve their climbing together.

Joining groups on Meetup is typically free, though some events organized by a group may have associated costs. It's best to check individual event details.

Events can be either indoors at climbing gyms or outdoors on natural rock formations, depending on what the group plans and the preferences of participants.

While Meetup facilitates connections, successful friendships depend on your engagement and commitment to participating in group activities.

Absolutely! Many climbing groups cater to all experience levels, from beginners to advanced climbers, offering opportunities for learning and growth.

To leave a group, go to the group's page on Meetup, find the option to manage your membership, and select 'leave this group.' It's simple and easy to manage.

Meetup helps you find groups and events but doesn't specifically list climbing spots. Group organizers will often plan meetups at known spots in your area.

Yes, most climbing groups organize their events via Meetup, allowing you to see all upcoming activities on one platform.

Many groups allow members to suggest events or participate in planning to ensure everyone has a chance to share ideas and preferences.

While many are recreational, some groups might focus on more technical skill development or competitive climbing. Check group pages for more specifics.