The Columbia Bitcoin Meetup presents Bitcoin for Beginners + Sparrow Wallet Demo, a hands-on workshop designed for both newcomers and experienced Bitcoin users. The event combines education, practical setup, and open discussion in an informal, welcoming format.
The first part of the workshop focuses on introducing Bitcoin to those who are unfamiliar with it and helping beginners set up their first Bitcoin wallet. Attendees will learn about different wallet options, their tradeoffs, and how wallet recovery works using seed words. Experienced members of the meetup will share real-world feedback and personal preferences, giving participants valuable perspectives from active Bitcoin users.
The session also includes a live desktop wallet demonstration, showcasing features that help users better understand how Bitcoin works while remaining accessible for everyday use. The workshop concludes with open discussion, allowing attendees to dive deeper into specific topics of interest.
Questions and feedback are encouraged throughout, making this an interactive learning experience for anyone looking to build confidence and practical skills with Bitcoin.
Topics to be discussed:
-What is Bitcoin?
-Setting up a wallet
-Recovering a wallet from the seed words
-Sparrow Wallet Demo
-Q&A
Meetup caps attendance at 10 people however there is space for 25+ in the event space.
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Come connect with like-minded Bitcoiners, ask questions, and help grow Columbia’s Bitcoin community.
🗓 Wednesday, January 14, 2026
🕔 Time: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM EST
📍 Savage Craft Ale Works
430 Center Street · West Columbia, SC
✨ The Columbia Bitcoin Meetup was created to foster a thriving community of Bitcoiners in the Columbia area, build a circular economy, and provide a safe space for peer-to-peer trades. Our events are exclusively focused on Bitcoin—its technology, use cases, and role in creating financial sovereignty.