Female lion Thabisa with her three cubs. Picture retrieved from Riverbanks Zoo Facebook page. Riverbanks Zoo and Garden released an announcement Thursday afternoon regarding their decision for the facility in relation to Hurricane Florence. “Because of the predicted path of Hurricane Florence, Riverbanks Zoo and Garden will be closed to the public Friday, September 14 – Sunday, September 16,” read…
Chapin’s Shelby Raye will be part of a dual Album Release Show, Sunday with The Jake Bartley Band. It’s at 6 p.m. at the Newberry Opera House Performing Arts Center. Raye, 17, was in the 94.3 – The Dude studio Tuesday to record an interview with 94.3’s Michelle Renew. The name of the new album is “No Filter.” The Jake…
The South Carolina State Museum released an announcement that the museum will be open Tuesday in support of displaced South Carolina families and out-of-school kids 12 and under. “As we d id in 2016 during Hurricane Matthew, the museum will be offering free general admission to out-of-school kids 12 and under, and families evacuating from the coastal region. As a…
Big Grab 1 Show Caption Hide Caption Big Grab 2 Show Caption Hide Caption Big Grab 3 Show Caption Hide Caption Big Grab 3 Show Caption Hide Caption Big Grab 5 Show Caption Hide Caption Big Grab 6 Show Caption Hide Caption Jeanne Reynolds photos Thousands of bargain hunters thronged the roads between Blythewood, Ridgeway and Winnsboro Friday and Saturday…
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Memorial tailgate lot, off Shop Road. Photo provided by Paige Iapalucci. Many University of South Carolina football fans view gamedays as an all-day event. Students and families wake up early, get their lawn chairs, pack up enough food to feed a small army, grab some recreational beverages, and head to the parking lots around Williams Brice Stadium for tailgating. But…
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Two Midlands charities are each about to receive a monetary gift to help better their organizations. The Honor Project, founded in 2015, was created for the purpose of making grants to charities, in order to improve communities and empower citizens. Their fourth annual WildMayhem Golf Tournament is taking place September 6, and is one of the largest yearly fundraisers the…
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Saber-tooth cat skull. Photos provided. In celebration of its 30th anniversary, the State Museum will be opening a new exhibit Saturday. There will be artifacts and fossils showcased at the exhibit that the museum has acquired over the past 30 years. Some exhibit items that have been displayed every year, like the saber-tooth cat skull, will be showcased. Others will…
Cayce Museum photo. The City of Cayce and the Cayce Historical Museum will hold the Congaree Heritage Day of Unity from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Oct. 13, at the Cayce Historical Museum. The Heritage Day of Unity is a free family-friendly event to showcase Native America culture through dance, music, authentic craft demonstrations and storytelling. Skills including flint-knapping…
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Allen Wallace photos. In 2004, Danyele and Jonathan Gardner decided to take a risk and act on a dream. Saturday, they celebrated the results: 15 years of success with a family business that has grown into one of the largest of its kind in the Midlands. South Carolina Dance Company now has more than two dozen employees and nearly 500…
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Beyonce and Jay Z’s arrival to Columbia is impacting the city days before their On The Road II concert takes place next Wednesday at Williams-Brice Stadium. Beginning Thursday, there will be full road closure from Bluff Road, to Key Road. The stages for the concert tour are known for their intricacy and extensive set up time. Even two days after…
The GCWC Chamber of Commerce’s 2018 Rhythm on the River Fall Series is presented by House of Raeford. The Fall concert series has been moved (from Sunday afternoons) to Friday nights 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Note: There is a new sponsor and a new day of the week. SEPTEMBER 28 Going Commando Band – Food Truck – The Haute…
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(BPAC) is excited to host our third Open Streets Columbia on Main Street. This event will extend the Soda City footprint for a celebration of sustainable transportation, physical fitness and wellness, civic pride, and living streets – just in time for Earth Day, too! Join us and see how we transform our city blocks into a car-free space to enjoy family-friendly activity and community.
Stay tuned for updates and check out our website at openstreetscolumbia.com!
Calling the Southeast’s mightiest superheroes! Join us on April 20, 2019, for Jacoby’s Shield Second Annual Superhero 5K Run/Walk & Family Stroll. Jacoby’s Shield is a volunteer non-profit healing organization for bereaved parents and siblings. Jacoby’s Shield accomplishes its healing mission through hosting Camp SHIELD family bereavement retreats. Camp SHIELD combines traditional fun camp activities with grief education and emotional support, facilitated by grief professionals and trained volunteers. The money being raised will help fund Camp SHIELD and grief support groups. Camp SHIELD will be held September 20-22, 2019, at Camp Kinard in Batesburg-Leesville, SC.
The City of Columbia Bike and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) is excited to host our third Open Streets Columbia on Main Street. This event will extend the Soda City footprint for a celebration of sustainable transportation, physical fitness and wellness, civic pride, and living streets – just in time for Earth Day, too! Join us and see how we transform our city blocks into a car-free space to enjoy family-friendly activity and community.
Come join us for our annual Peep-A-Palooza! This free, family event is one that you don’t want to miss!! There are games and competitions, we are sure you have never seen before! We have Peep Races, Peep Eating, Peep Big Wheel Race, and more!! After all the games, we have our Easter Egg Hunt for everyone, even the adults!!
Join us for an Easter celebration! Kids, bring your own basket for our Easter Egg Hunt with prizes and other fun. Lunch and Easter Bunny photos 12-1:00pm
McKissick Museum is proud to announce that it will be hosting an exciting event, Thomas Chandler – A Panel Discussion, on Saturday, April 20th from 3:00pm to 5:00pm. Join us as this panel explores a range of topics including recent archaeological research, clay analysis, and the impact of Chandler on the Edgefield pottery story. This event will be sure to delight pottery and history enthusiasts of all levels. This panel will include scholars and artisans like John A. Burrison, David Stuempfle, Philip Wingard, Robert Hunter and Carl Steen. We’re particularly excited about the presentation of groundbreaking research from Lindsay Bloch, who has been conducting elemental analyses of Edgefield pottery sherds. This event is free and open to the public. Attendees can reserve their free tickets via Eventbrite (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/thomas-chandler-a-panel-discussion-tickets-59589360381) or give us a call at 803-777-7251.
April 20th – 3:00 to 5:00pm – McKissick Museum – Free & Open to the Public
McKissick Museum hosts a panel of scholars, collectors, and museum professionals for an afternoon of presentations and lively discussion. A range of topics will be explored, including recent archaeological research, clay analysis, and the impact of Chandler on the Edgefield pottery story.
Bring a blanket, chair or take a seat at the amphitheater. Enjoy music with friends and family at the Wyman “Mac” Rish Riverwalk and Amphitheater in West Columbia. Relax and enjoy the view of the Congaree River or take a walk along the beautiful winding trail while listening to the concert! All concerts are free and are great outings for families.
Spring Lineup:
April 20
Don Merckle and The Blacksmiths with Jeff Lucero Band
Food Truck: Carolina Cookin’ Southern Fusion
April 26 – Special Friday Night Edition
Brian Conner and Britt Ervin Crosby
Food Truck: Carolina Cookin’ Southern Fusion
May 4
The Get Right Band and Dirty Gone Dolas
May 11
Radio Cult and Blues Deluxe Band
May 18
48 Fables and Admiral Radio
May 25 – Dual Headliners
Prettier Than Matt
Runaway Jug Band
Food and beverages are available for purchase during each concert. (coolers are not allowed)
Dogs are welcome but must be leashed, get along with people and other dogs and be picked up after.
Information on parking and shuttle service is here: http://ow.ly/9J8G30lr6Bi
Get on your feet and move to your favorite country hits with the Yarborough Brothers Band! This event is FREE to the public.
The Nar-Anon Family Groups is primarily for those who know or have known a feeling of desperation concerning the addiction problem of someone very near to you. We have traveled that unhappy road too, and found the answer with serenity and peace of mind.
When you come into the family group, you are no longer alone, but among true friends who understand your problem as few others could. We respect your confidence and anonymity as we know you will respect ours. We hope to give you the assurance that no situation is too difficult and no unhappiness is too great to be overcome.
Our program, which is not a religious one but a spiritual way of life, is based on the Twelve Steps of Nar-Anon. We’ve found that the working of these steps will bring the solution to practically any problem. We urge you to take this program and its twelve steps seriously. It has been as helpful to us as the Narcotics Anonymous program is to the addict. We only ask for the wisdom and courage to see ourselves as we really are, to do something about ourselves with the help of a Higher Power as we understand this, and for the grace to release our addicts with love and cease trying to change them.
Keep an open mind and attend as many meetings as possible. Feel free to share during the meeting. You may ask questions after the meeting. You’ll soon make friends and will feel very much a part of the group.
With the understanding that addiction is a disease, and the realization that we are powerless over it, as well as over other people’s lives, we are ready to do something useful and constructive with our own. Then, and only then, can we be of any help to others.
