Columbia, SC
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Choir Boy at Trustus Theatre
The Charles R. Drew Prep School for Boys is dedicated to the creation of strong, ethical black men. Pharus wants nothing more than to take his rightful place as leader of the school’s legendary gospel choir. Can he find his way inside the hallowed halls of this institution if he sings in his own key?…
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SC Healthy Business Challenge Fall Seminar Luncheon
SC Healthy Business Challenge Fall Seminar Luncheon
Fall Seminar Series Explores GLP-1s and Workforce Health The South Carolina Healthy Business Challenge is hosting a statewide Fall Seminar Series focused on the evolving impact of GLP-1 medications on workforce health, chronic disease prevention, and employer strategy. Each regional luncheon will feature a cross-sector panel of experts from medicine, behavioral health, policy, and business—offering practical…
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10th Annual Hire Me SC Employer Summit
10th Annual Hire Me SC Employer Summit
October 1, 2025, at the Michelin Conference Center in Greenville, SC One in three South Carolinians has a disability; however, 60% of people with disabilities are unemployed. This is a workforce employers can’t afford to miss out on. The Employer Summit is a one-day conference for business managers, executives, HR professionals, and service providers ready…
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City of Columbia Board of Zoning Appeals – Oct 2
City of Columbia Board of Zoning Appeals – Oct 2
On Thursday, October 2, 2025, the Board of Zoning Appeals meeting will be held at 4:00 p.m. respectfully at City Hall, 1737 Main Street, Columbia, SC 29201. Members of the public and who want to observe the meeting may do so remotely by accessing the live stream at www.ColumbiaSC.gov or www.YouTube.com/CityOfColumbiaGovernment. The public may submit letters and…
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Remember and Rise – Honoring Officer Greg Alia and 10 Years of Resilience
Remember and Rise – Honoring Officer Greg Alia and 10 Years of Resilience
The City of Forest Acres will host Remember and Rise on Friday, October 3, from 6–9 p.m. at Gills Creek Memorial Park (24 Forest Lake Place). The free community concert and gathering will mark ten years since two defining moments in Forest Acres’ history: the tragic loss of Forest Acres Police Officer Greg Alia in the line of…
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CREW Midlands October Lunch Program
CREW Midlands October Lunch Program
October Lunch Program | Investing to Win Investing to Win: Personal Lessons and Market Realities in Site Selection Segra Park | 11:30am $25 CREW members / $40 non-members / $15 students GLS CEO Didi Caldwell connects the dots between the investments we make in ourselves and teams, and the long-term investments communities must make to…
Date Set for Town of Lexington Candidate Forum
Date Set for Town of Lexington Candidate Forum
The Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center, the Lexington County Chronicle, and the League of Women Voters are jointly hosting a candidate forum for the upcoming Town of Lexington council election. The forum will be held on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at 6:15 p.m. at the North Lake Community Learning Center (702 N. Lake Drive, Lexington).…
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Homeless No More Annual Holiday Greenery Fundraiser
Homeless No More is calling on local businesses to Deck the Halls for Good and transform their holiday office décor into a powerful act of community giving. By participating in the Holiday Greenery Fundraiser, every wreath, garland, and centerpiece purchased helps provide safe housing, stability, and hope for Midlands families. Businesses can order locally for…
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City of Columbia Planning Commission – Oct 9
City of Columbia Planning Commission – Oct 9
On Thursday, October 9, 2025, the Planning Commission meeting will be held at 4:00 p.m. at City Hall, 1737 Main Street, Columbia, SC 29201. Members of the public who want to observe the meeting may do so remotely by accessing the live stream at www.ColumbiaSC.gov or www.YouTube.com/CityOfColumbiaGovernment. The public may submit letters and statements via e-mail to [email protected] prior to…
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Acclaimed Author Elana K. Arnold Visits Richland Library
Acclaimed Author Elana K. Arnold Visits Richland Library
Richland Library invites teens, children, and book lovers of all ages to meet acclaimed author Elana K. Arnold on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 3–4 p.m. at Richland Library Main (1431 Assembly Street, Columbia, S.C.) Arnold, renowned for her critically acclaimed picture books, chapter books, middle grade, and young adult novels, will discuss her writing life, collaborations, and award-winning works. Titles include The…
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Planning Ahead Together: Peace of Mind for Life’s What-Ifs
Planning Ahead Together: Peace of Mind for Life’s What-Ifs
Crisis doesn’t send a calendar invite. It shows up on an ordinary Wednesday — when the phone rings, and everything changes. Suddenly, you’re scrambling for passwords, searching drawers for documents, trying to remember which account pays the mortgage. The hospital is asking questions you don’t know how to answer. The bills keep coming. The dog…
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Boo at the Zoo
October 17 – 30 from 6:00pm – 9:00pm: Fourteen nights of not-too-spooky fun include trick-or-treat zones, Ray’s Moonlight Magic, the Eeky Freaky DJ Dance Party, carousel rides, themed railroad journeys, and Haunted Hideaway private igloo rentals. Costumes are encouraged for children, with safety guidelines applying to adult costumes.
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Irmo, get ready to vibe
Irmo, get ready to vibe
Join us Friday, October 24, at the Prisma Health Amphitheater in Moore Park (7473 Church St., Irmo, SC) for a soulful night with Grammy Award winner Jackie’s Boy, performing the timeless hits of Marvin Gaye & Motown. Local favorite Moonkatdaddi opens the show, bringing the energy to get you moving. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. | Music starts…
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Ghosts, ghouls, and goodies galore at Five Points Trick-or-Treat this Sunday!
Ghosts, ghouls, and goodies galore at Five Points Trick-or-Treat this Sunday!
The Five Points Association invites families, friends, and costumed characters of all ages to join us for our annual Five Points Trick-or-Treat event this Sunday, October 26, from 4:00–6:00 p.m. Our historic village is turning into a Halloween haven for families, friends, and little monsters of all ages to enjoy! Local businesses throughout Five Points…
Moonlit Dreams and Adventures
Moonlit Dreams and Adventures
Join us for the opening of the 2025-26 exciting season- a special celebration of Palmetto Chamber Orchestra's 10th anniversary as we take you on a musical journey through sound of dreams and thrilling adventures, and Masquerade experiences. The concert's highlights include: Gounod's “Funeral March of the Marionettes,” a haunting and theatrical piece that sets the…
Susan Carol joins lineup for BizArts Scooby-Doo murder mystery at the Columbia Museum of Art
Susan Carol joins lineup for BizArts Scooby-Doo murder mystery at the Columbia Museum of Art
WHO: City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities and 7Sunday WHAT: BizArts is back and bolder than ever! In partnership with the City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities (OBO), 7Sunday presents the BizArts Scooby-Doo Murder Mystery — an unforgettable evening of entertainment, entrepreneurship, and community connection at the Columbia Museum of Art. Adding to the excitement,…
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USPS Job Fair at Richland Library
USPS Job Fair at Richland Library
Richland Library is partnering with the United States Postal Service (USPS) to host a community job fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at Richland Library Northeast (7490 Parklane Rd.). The event offers community members the opportunity to explore career opportunities with USPS and learn how they can “deliver their future.” Recruiting specialists will…
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Monthly Membership Lunch
Monthly Membership Lunch
CREW Midlands monthly membership lunches are networking opportunity for new and existing members to meet and connect with other CREW members and board members. Each person is responsible for the cost of their own meal. Membership lunches will be held on the last Thursday of each month at a local restaurant. Please sign up to…
Mayor Daniel Rickenmann and the Babcock Center Foundation unveil the 2025 “Official City Ornament”
Mayor Daniel Rickenmann and the Babcock Center Foundation unveil the 2025 “Official City Ornament”
Who: Mayor Daniel Rickenmann & Babcock Center Foundation What: Each year, the Mayor of Columbia unveils the Babcock Center Foundation’s “Ornament of Opportunity” and proclaims the ornament the “Official City Ornament”. When: Thursday, October 30, 2025 2:00 PM Where: Columbia City Hall, 1737 Main Street, Columbia, SC 29201
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Nick Vlandis at The Space
Nick Vlandis at The Space
Nicholas Vlandis is a jazz pianist, composer, and teacher currently residing in Columbia, SC. Vlandis has been an active teacher and performer in South Carolina's music scene for the last decade, performing all across the Southeast. He completed his undergraduate degree in Jazz Studies at the University of South Carolina in 2019 and will begin…