Columbia, SC
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Black History Month at The Nick
The Nickelodeon invites you to celebrate Black History Month this February with a film series highlighting black artistry and excellence. This film series is in collaboration with the SC Commission for Minority Affairs, the Richland County Bar Association, Preach Jacobs, Benedict College, and more. Program Schedule: Tuesday, February 27th: “Marshall” Screening and Partnership with Benedict…
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Business Over Breakfast March 2024
Business Over Breakfast March 2024
The Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center is hosting their monthly “Business Over Breakfast” on Tuesday, March 12, 2024. The topic for this month is “Update on SC’s Agribusiness Sector” and has the Honorable Hugh Weathers, Commissioner of the South Carolina Department of Agriculture, as its featured speaker. The event begins at 7:30 a.m. and will…
Taste of the Vine
Taste of the Vine
“Taste of the Vine” is an exclusive event designed to connect Columbia's wine enthusiasts with vendors, providing an opportunity to sample wines from around the world, all available locally. Green’s generous donation directs 100% of the event's wine sales proceeds to Transitions Homeless Center. Further support comes from a silent auction, ticket sales, and external…
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First Sunday
First Sunday
Sunday, March 3 | Noon - 5 p.m. General admission is only $1 for guests on the first Sunday of every month. Guests are invited to explore four floors of South Carolina art, cultural history, natural history and science/technology. Guests may also enjoy 4-D movies and/or planetarium shows for only $5 each. First Sunday is sponsored…
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First Thursday on Main
First Thursday on Main
On the first Thursday of each month, we celebrate the thriving arts and culture scene of downtown Columbia with musical acts, artist displays and performances. Main Street merchants and businesses keep their doors open late, offering menu and drink specials, special events, and more. From the 1200 block at Market on Main all the way…
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Beautiful: The Carole King Musical at Town Theatre
From teen songwriter Carol Kline to chart topping musical phenom, Carole King, our show takes you on a journey of the renowned musical legend’s career. Carole fought tooth and nail to make her own way in the music industry – writing some of the most well-known songs for the hottest names in rock and roll…
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State Museum to Celebrate Those with Disabilities with Special Event on Saturday, March 9
Disability Celebration Day features inclusive activities, including community art project, silent disco, sensory-friendly shows and more The South Carolina State Museum is excited to announce the return of its Disability Celebration Day event, celebrating the 1.1 million adults and nearly 250,000 children living with a disability in South Carolina, on March 9. Guests of all…
Disability Celebration Day
Disability Celebration Day
Join the museum in celebrating those with disabilities with inclusive activities, including a community art project, a silent disco and more. The State Museum is excited to announce the return of its Disability Celebration Day event, celebrating the 1.1 million adults and nearly 250,000 children living with a disability in South Carolina. Guests of all ages and…
Sixth Annual Cottontown Art Crawl
Sixth Annual Cottontown Art Crawl
The sixth annual Cottontown Art Crawl brings artists and entertainment to front porches, streets, and lawns in a historic downtown neighborhood in Columbia, SC. This year approximately 200 artists will show and sell their original work. In 2019, the historic neighborhood in downtown Columbia, S.C. held the first Cottontown Art Crawl. The event drew hundreds of people to…
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Red Carpet Awards Party at The Nick
Red Carpet Awards Party at The Nick
The Nick’s Annual Red Carpet Awards Party is the place to be on the night of The 96th Academy Awards. Enter on our red carpet and pose for a picture, then enjoy live entertainment by Patti O’Furniture, a bar with wine and local beers, and delicious bites from Abundant Graze. Once the show begins, we’ll…
New Orleans Music, Rhythm, and Drumming
New Orleans Music, Rhythm, and Drumming
For anyone looking to experience New Orleans music! Drummer and former New Orleans resident, Brendan Michael Bull, guides you through the history of New Orleans rhythms and drumming through various examples of how the music has evolved from its inception to the present day. Doors 6pm | Starts 6:30p | Ends 8p
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Trustus Theatre presents Blues for an Alabama Sky by Pearl Cleage
Trustus Theatre, the home for relevant, innovative, and inclusive theatrical works in Columbia, South Carolina, is excited to present Blues for an Alabama Sky by Pearl Cleage, opening on March 15th on the Thigpen Mainstage. The play features 5 actors, 4 of whom have not been seen on the Trustus stage before. The play brings…
OVERDUE: CURATED FOR THE CREATIVE SET FOR FRIDAY, MARCH 15th
OVERDUE: CURATED FOR THE CREATIVE SET FOR FRIDAY, MARCH 15th
Join Richland Library for This FREE, After-Hours Program WHAT: Overdue WHEN: March 15 | 7-11 p.m. WHERE: Richland Library Main(1431 Assembly St., 29201) WHO: Adults, ages 18 & older Experience a night of creativity and entertainment at Richland Library's Overdue: Curated for the Creative event on Friday, March 15, from 7 - 11 p.m. at Richland Library Main (1431 Assembly St., 29201). Join Richland…
Overdue: Curated for the Creative
Overdue: Curated for the Creative
Experience a night of creativity and entertainment at Richland Library's Overdue: Curated for the Creative event on Friday, March 15, from 7 - 11 p.m. at Richland Library Main. Join Richland Library after hours for interactive activities like block printed stickers, zine making with Eden Prime, and more! Be entertained with live music performances by Dear Blanca, Niecy…
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St. Pat’s in Five Points 2024
St. Pat’s in Five Points, Columbia’s largest one-day festival, is scheduled for Saturday, March 16. This year’s event will feature its largest lineup ever with more than 40 local, regional and national artists across multiple stages and venues, including headlining performances from Lawrence, The War and Treaty, Futurebirds, Sister Hazel and Conner Smith. For a…
Mission Lexington Race Against Hunger
Mission Lexington Race Against Hunger
Lexington Race Against Hunger on March 16th, commencing at 8:00am at Lexington High School. This charitable event supports Mission Lexington, the hub of care for the county. Mission Lexington is a lifeline for families and individuals in crisis, providing support with essentials such as food, clothing, shelter, and financial aid. Proceeds generated from the event…
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South Carolina Healthy Business Challenge Spring Seminar Luncheon
South Carolina Healthy Business Challenge Spring Seminar Luncheon
“Health-Savvy Leadership: The Business Case for Prioritizing Organizational Well-being” Seminar attendees will join a distinguished panel of C-suite executives, Chamber of Commerce leaders, and elected officials as they explore the critical role of prioritizing workforce wellbeing. The health and well-being of business leaders have a direct impact on their organization and employees. When leaders prioritize…
Content for the People: Future-Ready Content Mini Workshop + Social Hour
Content for the People: Future-Ready Content Mini Workshop + Social Hour
Communicators, join this mini workshop to gain essential new skills for the future of work and learn to build human-focused digital content experiences. The evening includes a short skills learning presentation, followed by a group workshop activity to gain and share insights on attendees' own work, and a post-workshop social hour with light dinner and…
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Art Blossoms Opening Celebration
Wednesday, March 20 | 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Shake off those winter blues with the Columbia Museum of Art! Celebrate the start of spring and the opening of Art Blossoms, your museum’s annual exhibition fundraiser in which works of art are transformed into stunning floral arrangements. Be the first to experience the breathtaking installations and creative…
Creating (and Combating) Addictive User Experiences
Creating (and Combating) Addictive User Experiences
Social media sites are meant to be addictive, and that isn’t accidental. It's not a user's fault they have fallen into an endless pit of scrolling. The Truth Behind Social Media Addiction Although social media can be a positive medium, the harm still outweighs the benefits. Social media's user experience has caused a rise in…
A Night to Celebrate Community
A Night to Celebrate Community
Join South Carolina First Steps for A Night to Celebrate Community as we mark 25 years of preparing children ages 0-5 for school and life success! Set for Thursday, March 21, from 6-10 p.m., our third annual fundraiser supports children and families served by First Steps local partnerships throughout South Carolina. Come out to enjoy…
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Cayce’s Soiree on State Returns on March 23
Cayce’s Soiree on State Returns on March 23
The ‘Party in the Street’ will feature local artists, local vendors, and live music in the Cayce River Arts District The Soiree on State will return to Cayce’s State Street on Saturday, March 23rd! The City has partnered with the Avenues Neighborhood Association to combine the Cayce Festival of the Arts with Soiree on State. Soiree on State…
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360 ALLSTARS – Supercharged Urban Circus
360 ALLSTARS – Supercharged Urban Circus
Launching their 10-Year Anniversary World Tour, 360 ALLSTARS connects the street with the elite to deliver a supercharged urban circus. A phenomenal physical performance exploring all forms of rotation, you’ll see everything from BMX, basketball, and breakdancing, to acrobatics, drumming, and more! Boasting a stellar international cast of World Champion and World Record-holding athletes and…
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Allied4Work: Engaging the Lawfully Present Workforce in Building Prosperous Communities
Allied4Work: Engaging the Lawfully Present Workforce in Building Prosperous Communities
Please join the Hispanic Alliance and Ten at the Top for a dialogue to explore opportunities to engage the growing Hispanic workforce in continuing to build a thriving economy in the Palmetto State. The conversation will center on the potential positive economic impact of H.3288. If signed into law, this bill would make holders of…
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The McNair Conversations on the American South with Chief Justice Jean Toal
The McNair Conversations on the American South with Chief Justice Jean Toal
The Institute for Southern Studies in the College of Arts & Sciences annually hosts The McNair Conversations on the American South. Made possible by the generosity of the late South Carolina Governor, Robert Evander McNair, The McNair Conversations is a live podcast interview honoring individuals who have made a lasting and significant contribution to the…