On First Tuesdays we enjoy a meal together and conversation at each table around a provided discussion question. Lizards Thicket at 3147 Forest Drive in Columbia. ABOUT THE MEETUP The Midlands Interfaith Meetup began in 2014. All MIMs are free and open to anyone. Our primary purpose is to get to know others from the rich variety of faith communities in South Carolina. All are welcome, of any and no faith. Our only rules are these: • Allow others to express their beliefs and practices in the terms that they choose, not attempting to reframe their beliefs in a way that makes us more comfortable. • Accept that at times people disagree. This does not imply a personal slight, or even conflict. • Practice the art of inclusive language. For example, when discussing spiritual matters, we often frame our statements with phrases such as, "in my tradition," or "as I understand it," or "in my opinion," as a way of indicating that we do not claim to speak for others when expressing beliefs or feelings. • Interfaith occasions are never the place to proselytize for one’s own religion. It’s perfectly appropriate to invite others to visit your services and events, but advancing your religion as a preferred alternative is highly disrespectful.