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Narratives Ending in Separation
In Narratives Ending in Separation, Linda McCune’s mixed media sculptures traverse emotional autobiographies that memorialize cherished family, childhood fears, and a young woman’s longing for children. These sculptures give the opportunity to remember and honor the importance of the everyday, of family. Her finely crafted structures are embedded with made and found objects to imbue…
Square Roots
In Square Roots, Sarkis Chorbadjian showcases square-formatted paintings that explore the application and removal of oil & cold wax layers. For Sarkis, scratching large, square painting surfaces to their roots reveals an emotional significance that is a product of the process in which he works. His abstract landscape paintings are personal responses to places he…
A Christmas Story: The Musical
The show runs Nov. 25 to Dec. 18 with 7:30 PM performances Thursdays through Saturdays and 3:00 PM Sundays matinees. Nine-year-old Ralphie Parker wants nothing more for Christmas than to receive a Red Ryder Carbine-Action 200-Shot Range Model Air Rifle. Follow Ralphie as he ends up crossing paths with an insane department store Santa, an…
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Business Expo for Small and Minority Businesses
Business Expo for Small and Minority Businesses
Wednesday, November 30th 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM Traditions Club at Williams Brice Stadium 1101 George Rogers Boulevard Columbia, SC 29201 The Expo offers one-on-one networking opportunities with University departments, other agencies and major contractors to help small and minority businesses grow and maintain success. Upcoming University projects will be announced! Please join the university’s important…
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Life Line Screening – Clinton SC
Life Line Screening – Clinton SC
Life Line Screening, the nation’s leading provider of preventive health screenings, will offer affordable, non-invasive and painless health screenings. A package of four screenings to identify cardiovascular disease and other chronic conditions will be offered: • Carotid artery ultrasound that scans the carotid arteries for the buildup of fatty plaque-one of the leading causes of…
Chick-fil-A Hiring Event
Chick-fil-A Hiring Event
Bush River Road Location to Conduct Interviews at Richland Library Main Are you looking for a new job? Join Richland Library from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Thursday, December 1 at our Main location for Career Ready: Hiring Event with Chick-fil-A - (Bush River Road). The company is looking to hire for the following positions: Cashiers and Drive Thru Team…
First Thursday on Main
First Thursday on Main
On the first Thursday of each month, businesses in downtown Columbia participate in First Thursday on Main by keeping their doors open late, offering a mix of specials, events, entertainment, and more! From the 1200 block with The Whig all the way to the 1700 block with The Gallery at City Hall, you’ll find a…
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Strangely Familiar
In Strangely Familiar, artists Joseph Kameen, Andie Carver, and Heather Deyling confront relationships to the world around them. Familiar yet sometimes indiscernible objects and scenery call into question the relationship we have with the world around us.
Meet Mr. and Mrs. Claus
Meet Mr. and Mrs. Claus
Santa Claus is coming to town! "Sleigh all day" Sale up to 50% off on select items. Please RSVP to [email protected]
Rob Shaw Gallery Artist Reception – Philip Mullen
Rob Shaw Gallery Artist Reception – Philip Mullen
On Friday, Dec. 2, from 6 to 9 p.m., Rob Shaw Framing and Gallery at 324 State Street in West Columbia will host a reception to launch a month-long exhibit of works by internationally renowned artist Philip Mullen. Since 1969, when Mullen began his career teaching at the University of South Carolina, his works have…
GCCA December First Friday
GCCA December First Friday
Visit GCCA on the First Friday of the month from 6 – 9 pm to view exhibitions in the Main Gallery and Community Gallery, meet the GCCA Studio Artists, buy local art, and participate in special family art activities! Come see the exhibition, Strangely Familiar, with Joseph Kameen, Andie Carver, and Heather Deyling as well…
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Fountain Inn Pub Crawl
Fountain Inn Pub Crawl
So many great Chamber Members are participating in this first-time event! Don't forget to grab your Fountain Inn Pub Crawl tickets by scanning the QR code. Sign up before Noon on Wednesday, November 23rd to ensure you get your T-shirt the day of the event. #FountainInnPubCrawl
Meet Santa!
Meet Santa!
Santa is coming to town, and he is stopping at LushAcres Farm! Come Saturday, December 3rd, from 2 pm - 4 pm. Bring your kids to see Santa and grab a picture. Our Christmas Artisan Market is open for gift shopping, and our Snack Shack will have fresh spiced donuts. The Barnyard and Park will…
HOLIDAY SWING A Charleston Jazz Tradition
HOLIDAY SWING A Charleston Jazz Tradition
Maestro Robert Lewis and your Charleston Jazz Orchestra will swing you into the holiday spirit with big band arrangements of winter classics and holiday favorites. Gather together with your friends and family at the Charleston Music Hall on December 3, 2022 to add some jazz to your holiday cheer with this Charleston Jazz tradition. ________________…
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Greenville Designer Jewelry Show
Greenville Designer Jewelry Show
Don’t miss the inaugural Greenville Designer Jewelry Show, the very first event of its kind. Limited to SC and NC artists, this exciting two-day juried show will host 19 professional jewelry makers hand selected by our esteemed juror — just in time for holiday shopping. The show will be held on December 4th, 2022 at…
Greer Christmas Parade 2022
Greer Christmas Parade 2022
Get ready to enjoy the sights and sounds of Christmas as we kick off the holiday season at the annual Greer Christmas parade Sunday, Dec. 4th from 2:30 to 4:30 pm. The theme this year will be A Toyland Christmas. Grab your spot on the 1.1-mile parade route starting at Poinsett St. & Memorial Dr.…
A Christmas to Remember
A Christmas to Remember
Join PC and the Music Department for our annual Christmas Concert. December 3rd @ 7pm December 4th @ 3pm Tickets are available through the ticket office (864-833-8470) and Seat Yourself. https://search.seatyourself.biz/webstore/accounts/presby/buy-tix
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LCDC Ribbon Cutting
LCDC Ribbon Cutting
Join us for a holiday celebration and drop-in of Laurens County Development Corporation's new location!
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A Smart Girl: Education Restriction
A Smart Girl: Education Restriction
Dr. Veena Khandke is a Developmental Psychologist, teacher and educator whose role as as Director of Grants and Partnerships at Together Women Rise brings a unique combination of her expertise in global poverty, global health, gender studies, human rights, and sustainability to inspire and engage. Doors open for lunch and the discussion on Wednesday, December 7th, 12:00 PM,…
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Broadway Holiday Spectacular
THE SPECIFIC TIMES FOR EACH SHOW ARE LISTED BELOW! Thursday, December 8th (7:30PM) Tuesday and Thursday, December 13th & 15th (7:30PM) Friday and Saturday, December 9th, 10th, 16th, & 17th (8:00PM) Saturday matinees December 10th & 17th (2:00PM), and Sunday matinees December 11th & 18th (3:00PM). Greenville Theatre is overjoyed to share their original musical…
Ribbon Cutting for Rootimentary
Ribbon Cutting for Rootimentary
Join us as we celebrate the grand opening of Rootimentary with an official LCCC ribbon cutting!
West Columbia’s 2nd Thursday Night Meeting Street Artisan Market
West Columbia’s 2nd Thursday Night Meeting Street Artisan Market
The City of West Columbia’s 2nd Thursday Night Meeting Street Artisan Market is this Thursday, December 8, from 4 PM – 8 PM, 425 Meeting Street, West Columbia. In addition to over 20 vendors, there will be free henna tattoos and balloon art by Emerald Artistry and live art demonstrations. Bring the family, give the most unique…
Jingle Mingle
Jingle Mingle
The local chapters of the American Advertising Federation, International Association of Business Communicators, American Marketing Association, and Public Relations Society of America are joining forces to host Jingle Mingle at Femme X on December 8th from 6-9pm! Holiday cheer will be in the air as we mingle, network, enjoy Hors-d'œuvres, and sip beverages! Tickets are…
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Live at Fiesta Grande
Live at Fiesta Grande
Andrew Wooten W/ Caroline’s Roost is coming to Clinton, SC to perform live at Fiesta Grande at 7 pm
Laurens County Chorale to Present “Gloria” a Christmas Concert
Laurens County Chorale to Present “Gloria” a Christmas Concert
The Laurens County Chorale will present “GLORIA” their Christmas Concert on Friday, December 9th at First Presbyterian Church, Laurens, and a second concert on Saturday, December 10th at Westminster Presbyterian Clinton. Both concerts begin at 7:30 and admission is $10. The concert will feature John Rutter’s Gloria for brass, percussion, organ, and choir; Robert Shaw…
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REINDEER RUN 5K
REINDEER RUN 5K
Join THE LAURENS YMCA for our 23rd Annual Reindeer Run! Register online at www.lakelandsymca.org. All proceeds go towards our Youth Scholarship Program. First overall Males and Females will receive $100. Second overall Males and Females will receive $50.
SC Empowerment center holiday Fair & market
SC Empowerment center holiday Fair & market
This is a vendors event for shoppers to come and Christmas shop & have lunch all while supporting local small businesses & the scec.
Letters to Santa
Letters to Santa
Join us on Saturday, December 10th between 11am-4pm and write a letter to Santa. You may even receive a letter back.
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AAF Midlands December Lunch & Learn featuring Simone Jackson of Spotify
AAF Midlands December Lunch & Learn featuring Simone Jackson of Spotify
Join the American Advertising Federation of the Midlands on Tuesday, December 13th from 11:45am-1:00pm at the United Way of the Midlands for our December Lunch & Learn featuring Simone Jackson, Global Brand Manager at Spotify! December's Lunch & Learn will be all about Brand Connection Through Personalization & Self-Creation. Simone will dive into Spotify's product…
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Food Drive
Food Drive
Bon Secours will be hosting a food donation drive for the community on Wednesday, December 14th. They be taking donations of canned goods (stews, soups, meats, beans, vegetables, etc.) and other non-perishables (macaroni and cheese, pastas, dried beans, etc.) as well as other supplies such as toilet paper, tissues, and paper towels. Collections will happen…
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Smoked Oyster Roast
Smoked Oyster Roast
Join us for Smoked's December Oyster Roast. There will be Peak Drift Beer, all-you-can-eat raw and chargrilled oysters, and live music!
Chick-fil-A Paint Night
Chick-fil-A Paint Night
Come join Mercy's Hue at Chick-fil-A Laurens for a fun night of eating more chicken and painting more truth! No painting experience required. I'll take you step-by-step to help you paint this beautiful new Christmas design. As always, painting with Mercy's Hue means paying it forward. A portion of all fees is set aside to…
A Conversation with Curators
A Conversation with Curators
The Columbia Museum of Art presents A Conversation with Curators, a unique opportunity to learn about Renaissance and Baroque art from the experiences of two CMA curators, on Thursday, December 15, at 7:00 p.m. CMA Curator Michael Neumeister and Bill Bodine, former CMA deputy director and chief curator, discuss the history of Kress collections in…
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Christmas At The Vestibule
Come celebrate Christmas at The Vestibule Coffee & Tea! The Vestibule will be open late Friday, December 16th for Santa to visit from 5:00pm-7:00pm. Then Saturday, December 17th, there will be an outdoor holiday market from 8:00am-2:00pm with local arts and crafts from over 20 vendors! Pick up the perfect Christmas gift, come inside and…
Ribbon Cutting for City of Clinton Incubator
Ribbon Cutting for City of Clinton Incubator
Join us as we celebrate the grand opening of the City of Clinton Incubator on Main Street Clinton.
2nd Annual HO HO HO Fest & Ugly Christmas Sweater Party w/ Andrew Wooten Music!
2nd Annual HO HO HO Fest & Ugly Christmas Sweater Party w/ Andrew Wooten Music!
Palmetto Brothers Dispensary, the Buhrmasters, the Patterson, the Pooles and the Wardells present the 2nd Annual HO HO HO Fest & Ugly Christmas Sweater Party! This year's party is going to be the BIGGEST ever as we are hosting a Toy Drive for the Laurens City Police Dept.! Bring a new, unwrapped toy and help…
Friday Night Concert Series at Palmetto Brothers Dispensary!
Friday Night Concert Series at Palmetto Brothers Dispensary!
Come join us on Friday nights from 7 PM - 9 PM for live, local music!
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Bike Bonanza
Bike Bonanza
Join us Saturday, December 17, at CountrySide BBQ located at 706 St Matthews Road in Swansea! This event will have free activities and food! As well as bike drawings at 10 AM and Noon!
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Columbia Celebrates
Columbia Celebrates
PALMETTO CHAMBER ORCHESTRA HOLIDAY CONCERT. COLUMBIA CELEBRATES! 2022 It is wonderful time of the year when we celebrate diverse holiday season. Whether you are observing Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, or another seasonal holiday, Palmetto Chamber Orchestra offers musical enjoyment to everyone to make holiday time very special. Join us at the Incarnation Lutheran Church on December…
Rob Crosby and Friends Christmas Reunion
Rob Crosby and Friends Christmas Reunion
Looking for something exciting to do during the holidays? Join us on December 18th for the Rob Crosby and Friends Christmas Reunion! We’ll be serving all of your favorite holiday eats, sips, and sounds. Seating for this event is limited, so make sure to grab your tickets today!
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Elf at the Nick
Elf at the Nick
11:00 AM, 2:00 and 5:00 PM Are you ready to experience the magic of the holiday season? Look no further than the beloved classic, Elf! Starring Will Ferrell as Buddy the Elf, this hilarious and heartwarming tale follows Buddy as he journeys from the North Pole to New York City in search of his true…
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QuizBang Team Trivia at Palmetto Brothers Dispensary!
QuizBang Team Trivia at Palmetto Brothers Dispensary!
Come join us every Tuesday for QuizBang Team Trivia!
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Holiday Drag Fundraiser at the Nick
Holiday Drag Fundraiser at the Nick
Drag yourself into the holiday spirit at the Nick! Our hosts for this event, Drag Kings, Han D. Mann and Marty McGuy, invite you to celebrate this special time of year with fabulous drag performers from across the Carolina’s! While you’re having fun you will be also doing good, because every ticket sold will go…
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The Vault Ribbon Cutting
The Vault Ribbon Cutting
Join us on Thursday, December 22nd, for a grand opening celebration for The Vault Salon & Spa's new location, 103 East Laurens St., Laurens.
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Andrew Wooten (Solo) WSG/ Mill Hill
Andrew Wooten (Solo) WSG/ Mill Hill
Andrew Wooten with special guest Mill Hill from Clinton, SC! Mill Hill will be playing from 7 pm-8 pm then Andrew Wooten from 8:30 pm-10 pm. If you like country/Americana and rock then come check us out!
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New Year’s Eve Bash at The Grand on Main
Join us for a New Year's Eve bash featuring outdoor games, bowling, DJ, and a countdown to the ball drop! VIP starts at 7 pm, GA at 9 pm.
Red Carpet NYE 2023 Sponsored by Moet
Ring in the new year at Smoked on Main Street! There will be plenty of food, drinks, a photo booth, a DJ, and a band!
“Midnight at the Museum” New Year’s Eve Fundraiser Finale
“Midnight at the Museum” New Year’s Eve Fundraiser Finale
Ring in 2023 at “Midnight at the Museum” in the beautiful Magnolia Room at the LC Museum. Dance the night away with the Vance Kennedy and Barksdale Station band. Delectable hors d’oeuvres will be presented throughout the night by Chef Calvin Darryl Coleman, Chef for the. Archdiocese of Military Chaplains in Washington, DC. Delightful beverages.…