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Type 1 Meetup of Central Ohio

Type 1 Meetup of Central Ohio

Mon, Sep 21, 10:00 PM
From WQC Community Network

Come and hang with other Type 1’s. Chill, make friends, vent about your endo or insurance, and swap tips about adhesive removal etc. This meetup is a part of WQC’s Community Network Series, and is therefore a safe space for everyone. Bigotry and insults will not be tolerated, and LGBTQIA+ BIPOC folks are affirmed and welcome. Can’t be nice to Trans folks of Color? Don’t come.

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A Garden of Compromises - A Native Habitat Journey, by Mark Pizzi (free)

A Garden of Compromises - A Native Habitat Journey, by Mark Pizzi (free)

Sat, Sep 26, 2:00 PM
From Licking County Ohio Gardening Meetup
4.7

Hosted by Wild Ones Columbus **A Garden of Compromises - A Native Habitat Journey, by Mark Pizzi** Saturday, September 26th, 2026 10:00 am to 12:00 pm (Eastern Time) Innis House (Inniswoods Metro Park) , 940 S. Hempstead Road, Westerville, OH Public Welcome , Program/Speaker Presentation Public Restroom, Free Public Parking Mark will share how he and his wife, Maria are transforming their traditional suburban property into a thriving native plant habitat while working within neighborhood and HOA expectations. Their front garden showcases native plants in a formal landscape, while their wooded backyard is evolving into a natural woodland oasis. Learn about their compromises, challenges, and rewards of gardening with natives in a suburban setting.

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Inniswood tea and walk

Inniswood tea and walk

Sun, Oct 4, 3:00 PM
From Columbus Tea Lovers
4.9

With the weather cooling off, it’s a good chance to appreciate the beautiful gardens at Inniswood. Bring your favorite brewed tea to share, and any fall themed snacks you want, and we’ll have a cup of tea at the picnic tables by the parking lot before walking around the park. Bring a personal to go cup if you want to fill up before walking.

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Free Vegetable Plant of the Month @CanalStreet Farmers Market- Garlic

Free Vegetable Plant of the Month @CanalStreet Farmers Market- Garlic

Wed, Oct 7, 8:00 PM
From Licking County Ohio Gardening Meetup
4.7

Stop by the Licking County Master Gardener Volunteers’ (MGVs) table at the Farmers Market to pick up your free Veggie plant of the month to add (or start!) your vegetable garden. The little plants come with instructions and tips. Have other garden related questions? Bring your questions to one of the MGVs in the green shirts. ******************* Newark Grows 1st & 3rd Friday, May 1-Oct. 2 Our Booth at the Canal Farmers Market 4pm- 7pm 36 E. Canal Street, Newark JOIN US AT THE CANAL MARKET DISTRICT FARMERS MARKET IN NEWARK, May – October (First and third Fridays of the month) Free plants, seeds, and gardening information! May 1 Buttercrunch Lettuce May 15 Double Curled Parsley June 5 Mark Twain Tomato June 19 Aconcagua Elongated Sweet Pepper July 3 Market Closed for 4th of July Weekend July 17 Silver Slicer Cucumber August 7 Wizard Coleus August 21 German Thyme September 4 Sweet Bunch non heading Broccoli September 18 Strike Shell Pea October 2 Garlic No RSVP needed- just show up and enjoy the market! See you there!

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Dinner on the Patio 🥳😎

Mon, Sep 21, 10:30 PM
From Fun 50’s Ladies! 🥳
4.8
8 attendees
Turn Your Yard into a Native Edible Landscape with Katie Carey $35

Turn Your Yard into a Native Edible Landscape with Katie Carey $35

Sat, Oct 17, 3:00 PM
From Licking County Ohio Gardening Meetup
4.7

Hosted by Scioto Gardens (Make sure your GPS is set to the Curve Road location) Turn Your Yard into a Native Edible Landscape with Katie Carey (owner and founder of Columbus Foodscapes) Do you want to provide delicious and healthy food for yourself AND wildlife? For this class, we’re partnering with Katie Carey from Columbus Foodscapes to bring you a comprehensive workshop on doing just that. Katie, a certified Permaculture Designer, Master Gardener, Master Urban Farmer, and Garden Educator, brings a breath of expertise that will ensure your native foodscape is well designed and beneficial for people and animals. Saturday, October 17, 2026 Time TBD Cost: $35 per person Buy your tickets now HERE: https://shop.sciotogardens.com/products/turn-your-yard-into-a-native-edible-landscape-with-katie-carey-owner-and-founder-of-columbus-foodscapes

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Meetup connects people with similar interests. Discover local events, join groups, and meet new people who share your passion for community gardening.

You can easily explore local community gardens using Meetup. Simply search for garden groups in your area to find exciting events and gardening communities.

Yes, you can join various gardening groups. Each group may offer different focuses like vegetable gardening or floral displays, allowing you to engage fully in community projects.

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Meetings may include plant exchange, community projects, gardening workshops, and seasonal planting sessions. Each event fosters collaboration and learning in a hands-on environment.

No prior experience is needed. Community garden groups typically welcome all levels, offering a supportive environment to learn alongside seasoned gardeners.

Yes, once you're part of a community garden group, you could propose and organize events, whether online workshops or in-person planting days.

While friendship isn't guaranteed, Meetup fosters a setting conducive to meeting like-minded individuals who enjoy gardening, celebrating shared interests and collaboration.

Availability may vary by location. If no local groups currently exist, consider starting your own garden-focused Meetup group to connect with interested peers nearby.

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Events may vary seasonally. Groups often adjust activities based on climate and growing cycles to ensure the best gardening practices and outcomes year-round.

Meetup enables community building by joining together those with similar interests in gardening, whether through shared plots or exchanging cultivation tips.

Group quality can vary by organizer and location, as these are community-led initiatives. Engage and provide feedback to improve your experience.

Events are usually community-driven, offering informal learning and collaboration rather than formal instructional classes. Enjoy a relaxed, shared gardening journey.