Advanced
Bridge – Bridge for players a bit more advanced and with
a bit more intensity. We are playing on the 2nd Thursday from 12:30 - 3:30.
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Antiques
and Explorers – As
a member of this group, be prepared to travel throughout the state to visit
festivals, quaint historic sites nestled in picturesque countrysides, plantations
and state parks. Mountain hikes, river walks and antique malls are liberally
interspersed for the avid walker. This group meets once per month and is an
outstanding way to become acquainted with our new state.
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Arts
& Leisure – The greater Columbia area offers a wide
variety of museums and theatrical entertainment. The co-chairs have explored
the offerings and are putting together monthly adventures for us. Watch the
newsletter for particulars on each month’s event. Attend with a group
of new friends and spend time together afterwards for dessert and coffee.
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Beginner
Bridge 4 Fun – Fun bridge for beginners and rusty players.
We have a lively group, with mixed skills all working to become better players
in a fun-loving, non-stress environment. We are now playing on the 1st and 3rd
Thursday from 12:30 – 3:30.
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Book
Club – Would you love to have an excuse to curl up with
a book? Have a favorite you’d like to share with a group? Join us the
2nd Wednesday of each month at 10:00 a.m. for lively discussions of the book
of the month. We read a wide variety including fiction, nonfiction and classics
recommended by the members.
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Canasta
– Twice the fun! We are now playing the 2nd and 4th Mondays of every month.
If you haven’t played with this group before, give us a try. We play from
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. with lunch.
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Coffees
– Our monthly coffees offer opportunities build and nurture friendships
in a social setting. Held in members’ homes, you will learn how to navigate
greater Columbia and its newest subdivisions
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Dinner
for 8 – Enjoy
good food and camaraderie in a small group of four couples. Four times a year,
meet with three different couples and bring a different dinner item each time.
The host couple provides hors d'ouvres, drinks and an entree.
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Hand
& Foot – We are now playing Hand and
Foot in addition to canasta. Hand and Foot meets on the second Friday of the
month.
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Happy
Hour – At the home of one of our members, Happy Hour is
usually held one Saturday each month. BYOB. Mixes and soft drinks will be provided.
Bring an appetizer or a dessert to share. A wonderful way to relax and expand
friendships.
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Ladies
Night Out – Usually we gather at one of the fine restaurants
in the greater Columbia area one night each month.
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Lunch
and Movie – Enjoy lunch with friends and have a great
time at the movies! We will meet at the Lexington location or at the Columbia
location, to accommodate members throughout the greater Columbia area. The group
meets in front of the theater at 11:30 a.m. on the 3nd Tuesday at the Columbia
Grande on Bower Parkway or at the Regal Sandhill on Tower Center Place, to choose
a place for lunch and a movie.
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Lunch
and Learn - Enjoy a themed lunch with friends who enjoy
cooking and trying new recipes. Once a month we will gather at someone's house
for a cooking demonstration followed by a lunch. Each participant will bring
a dish to share and copies of the recipe.
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Luncheons
– Monthly meetings are held the 4th Thursday at various restaurants with
programs ranging from a fashion show in the fall to interesting and informative
speakers. Special social functions throughout the year are planned for members
and guests.
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Mah
Jongg – We are playing the 1st and 3rd Mondays of every
month from 10am to 2pm. Everyone brings their own lunch.
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Take
a Hike – Meet with a congenial group for a hike in one
of the various parks around the Columbia and Lexington area. These hikes are
relatively short, and we go out for lunch afterward.
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Details for all our Special Interests Groups are available in our monthly newsletter.