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July Book Club Meetup

Thu, Jul 30, 10:30 PM

From Local Worthington Book Club (Multi-Genre)

4.9

Welcome, readers! Our July read is ***A Short Walk Through a Wide World*** *by Douglas Westerbeke*. We'll follow a young woman bound by a mysterious condition that forces her to keep moving across the globe. As she journeys through vibrant cities, quiet landscapes, and centuries of time, each stop reveals new connections, fleeting relationships, and deeper questions about belonging. The novel blends adventure with introspection, exploring what it means to search for home when you can never stay in one place. It’s both a love letter to the vastness of the world and a poignant meditation on identity, memory, and human connection. Looking forward to discussing with everyone We will meet at Zaftig Brewing Co in their event room in the back. We are welcome to bring in our own food, but **drinks must be purchased at the bar** Happy reading!

41 attendees

LGBT Reads: In-Person Book Discussion

Thu, Jul 30, 10:00 PM

From Columbus Lgbtq In Person Book Club

5.0

Join us for our July Book Club gathering where we will come together to discuss [Cemetery Boys](https://www.aiden-thomas.com/cemetery-boys) by Aiden Thomas in a safe and welcoming environment. Make new friends who share your passion for books and connect with fellow LGBTQ book enthusiasts.

12 attendees

July Summer Theme Book Club

Sat, Jul 25, 3:00 PM

From Columbus Bookish Babes Book Club *New 2026*

5.0

July is Summer/Lake Vibes theme! * The book we will be discussing is The House Across the Lake by Riley Seger * Feel free to attend whether or not you’ve read or finished the book * Trying something new for July, book club will be at the Starbucks inside the Dublin Barnes & Noble. So due to the location, snacks and drinks will not be provided this time. * Please update your attendance status here on the event page if you are attending or unable to. This time is extra important for this, due to limited spots for this event.

25 attendees

Badass Book Club

Sun, Jul 26, 5:15 PM

From Rainbow Enthusiasts CBUS LGBTQIA+ Women and Non-binary Group

4.9

15 attendees

The Sparrow - Mary Doria Russell

Tue, Jul 21, 10:30 PM

From Columbus Men's Book Club

5.0

Join us for The Sparrow by Mary Doria Russell In 2019, humanity finally finds proof of extraterrestrial life when a listening post in Puerto Rico picks up exquisite singing from a planet that will come to be known as Rakhat. While United Nations diplomats endlessly debate a possible first contact mission, the Society of Jesus quietly organizes an eight-person scientific expedition of its own. What the Jesuits find is a world so beyond comprehension that it will lead them to question what it means to be "human".

6 attendees

Book Club Kickoff Party

Thu, Jul 23, 11:30 PM

From Worthington Moms

4.9

14 attendees

Pop-up Book Club 5: Rabbit, Run by John Updike

Wed, Jul 22, 11:00 PM

From Introverts of Columbus - Lets be Social in Smaller Groups

4.6

POSTPONED to Weds, JULY 22ND, due to extreme heat. Let’s meet and discuss John Updike's Rabbit, Run, the first in his series of four novels following the life, hopes, and disappointments of former local basketball star, Harry "Rabbit" Angstrom, as he fitfully confronts and evades adulthood.

3 attendees

Saturday Mornings @ East Market

Sat, Aug 1, 1:00 PM

From Columbus English Chat with Native Speakers

4.9

Let's grab some coffee/food and share a morning chat! The East Market has an ample parking lot and outdoor and indoor seating. Grab a cup of coffee from Winston's Coffee & Waffles or on your way to East Market and meet us on the second floor - table behind or east of the elevator. Per what this group is about: "Everyone is welcome! International transplants to Columbus who want to improve language skills, Columbus residents who enjoy talking to people from other countries, and those who would like to discuss international travel and culture, and who enjoy getting together for good conversations."

2 attendees

HAPPY HOUSE HUNTERS JOIN COIN

Tue, Jul 21, 9:00 PM

From Happy House Hunters with Kyle Brandon

4.8

**HAPPY HOUSE HUNTERS JOIN THE CENTRAL OHIO INVESTOR NETWORK [COIN}** \* Time: 5 pm‎ - ‎8 pm‎ ‎ [Eastern Time] Every Third Tuesday \* Where: Pastimes Pub at Grandview Yard, 775 Yard St., Columbus 43212 \* Description: Join Us for the Ultimate Real Estate Meet and Greet! Flip, Buy and Hold, Long-Term Rentals, Mid-Term Rentals & Short-Term B&B! Are you passionate about real estate investments or curious about the world of long-term rentals, mid-term rentals, or short-term rentals? Look no further because the "Happy House Hunters" and "The Inns and Outs of a B&B" invite you to come together with COIN for exciting monthly Meet and Greet events for all real estate investors! We look forward to seeing you there!

2 attendees

Columbus Yarn Club at the Grandview Heights Library

Sat, Aug 1, 4:45 PM

From Columbus Yarn Club

4.9

12:45-3:45 in the Meeting Room, library lowest level, by the drinking fountain. Bring your yarn projects, meet new friends. Plenty of parking in the lot, in the overflow lot across the street, and on the street. See you there!

17 attendees

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Frequently asked questions

Meetup connects people with shared interests in local groups. It facilitates finding and participating in group activities and events based on your personal interests.

You can search for book swap events near your location on Meetup by entering your city and choosing 'book swap' as the activity. This helps you find gatherings close by.

Yes, you can join various book groups on Meetup. Being part of multiple groups allows you to explore different book swap activities and connect with diverse reader communities.

Usually, bringing a book to swap is encouraged but not always mandatory. Check the event details or ask the host for specific expectations about what to bring.

Some book swap events may occur online. The event description will inform you if an event is virtual, allowing you to participate from anywhere.

Creating an account and joining groups on Meetup is free. However, some events may require a fee paid to organizers for participation or materials.

RSVPing to events you wish to attend is good practice. This lets organizers prepare accordingly and helps ensure a spot for you in the event.

Yes, you can cancel your RSVP if plans change. Simply update your response on the event page to inform the host you won't attend.

Availability of book swap events depends on your city's active groups. Use Meetup to search for such events in your area to see what's available.

Events are mostly organized by Meetup group hosts rather than the Meetup platform itself, which facilitates these gatherings but doesn't directly manage them.

While Meetup helps people connect, it can't guarantee immediate friendships. Successful connections often result from active involvement and attending events.

If no events are available, you can start a book swap group yourself or expand your search to nearby locations to explore other options.

The frequency of book swap events can vary greatly depending on organizers and the location's active community. It's best to regularly check Meetup for updates.

Meetup's book swaps are community-driven and aim to supplement not replace traditional libraries. It's a way to engage socially with other book lovers.

As Meetup events are host-led, organization quality may differ. Looking at past reviews of events or communicating with hosts can help assess event quality.