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Annual Shoe Collection
Donate your gently used and new shoes to Keep the Midlands Beautiful (1305 Augusta Rd., West Columbia) before the end of May. All styles, types and sizes accepted. Shoes are sent to developing countries. Learn more at https://kmbsc.org or call 803-733-1139.
She Loves Me at Town Theatre
With hearts brimming with affection and excitement, we invite you to be swept away by She Loves Me. This enchanting musical, filled with romance, humor and a touch of old-world charm, will transport you into a world where love blooms in the most unexpected places. Like a perfectly penned love letter, She Loves Me unfolds…
Credit One Charleston Open
The Credit One Charleston Open, North America's largest women's-only tennis event, returns for its 53rd edition, March 29 - April 6, 2025. Celebrating its 25th year in Charleston, the award-winning tournament marks the start of the Hologic WTA Tour clay court season and takes place annually at Credit One Stadium on Daniel Island. Awarded WTA…
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City of Charleston announces 2025 Small Business Opportunity Expo
City of Charleston announces 2025 Small Business Opportunity Expo
The City of Charleston announced the highly anticipated Small Business Opportunity Expo is returning this year. This year’s event promises to unite industry leaders, innovators, and creatives from across the city, spotlighting underrepresented, disadvantaged, veteran, minority, and women-owned businesses. The Small Business Opportunity Expo 2025 will be held at The Gaillard Center in Charleston, SC,…
CREW Midlands April Lunch Program
CREW Midlands April Lunch Program
Join CREW Midlands for an exclusive and informative presentation from George Bailey at Segra Park on April 1st. George looks forward to sharing the accomplishments of the Darnall W. and Susan F. Boyd Foundation to date and the future plans to benefit the Greater Columbia Community. George Bailey grew up in Columbia going to public…
Lander Public Health Professor to Discuss Aging in Amish Communities
Lander Public Health Professor to Discuss Aging in Amish Communities
Lander University and the Arts Center of Greenwood invite the community to be a part of the 2024-25 Lecture Series Tuesday, April 1, for Dr. Claire Marie Mensack’s lecture, “The Amish Way of Aging: The Dawdyhaus and the Grace of Life.” The lecture will be held at the Arts Center at 6 p.m., with refreshments…
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Nonprofit Organization Virtual Roundtable
Nonprofit Organization Virtual Roundtable
Join us for our next nonprofit-focused discussion as we open the lines of communication, make connections, and work on ways to collaborate. Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/.../register/3KSI8czXSaOPKOo_RkOhcw
HUMP DAY HAPPY DAY
HUMP DAY HAPPY DAY
Saddle up and ride through the week with our Hump Day Happy Day! 🎉 Enjoy a midweek treat with $1 off all draft beers and select wines, as we help you conquer that Wednesday slump in style!
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Wild Women Exhibition Reception
Wild Women Exhibition Reception
Presents: Elizabeth Nason’s Wild Women Extraveganza Join Us to Celebrate Artistic Brilliance! We are thrilled to invite you to our upcoming exhibition. This exclusive showcase is a unique opportunity to explore a collection that beautifully captures Elizabeth’s Wild Women in Sculptures, Paintings, Jewelry, Cards and Crowns Exhibition Details: Opening Reception: Thursday April 3rd 6 -…
Congaree Land Trust’s 8th Annual Game & Garden Soirée
Congaree Land Trust’s 8th Annual Game & Garden Soirée
We are excited to be hosting our 8th Annual Game & Garden event, a springtime soirée supporting land conservation across central South Carolina. This special evening will feature handcrafted cocktails, small plates from local chefs, live music, and a silent auction — all to benefit the preservation of our natural heritage. We invite you to…
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Tickets on Sale NOW: Southern Shuckdown Charity Oyster Roast benefitting the Big Red Barn Retreat
Tickets on Sale NOW: Southern Shuckdown Charity Oyster Roast benefitting the Big Red Barn Retreat
Proudly Presented by The Folline King Group at Merrill Lynch, a Bank of America Company The Big Red Barn Retreat announced the 3rd annual Southern Shuckdown Charity Oyster Roast, presented…
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Cars and Coffee on the square
Cars and Coffee on the square
Come out and Enjoy the Coffee and Cars on Main In Clinton, SC. We will be parking at 105 West Main Street. All Cars and All People are Welcome. Anyone with a LOVE for Cars/Trucks can come out and Enjoy Fellow Gearheads!!!
Columbia College Wellness in Action Festival
Columbia College Wellness in Action Festival
Columbia College is thrilled to invite you to our Wellness in Action Festival! This event will inspire our community to prioritize health and wellness as we work together to combat the…
2025 Annual Spring Gathering
2025 Annual Spring Gathering
Lowcountry Land Trust’s annual Spring Gathering will be held on Saturday, April 5, at Plum Hill in the ACE Basin. Situated on 945 acres protected by a Lowcountry Land Trust conservation easement, guests will enjoy a family-friendly event highlighting the property’s historic rice fields and the adjacent Combahee River. The event will be family-friendly, and tickets are…
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Historic Columbia’s Palladium Tour Coming to Forest Hills on April 6
Historic Columbia’s Palladium Tour Coming to Forest Hills on April 6
Sixth annual tour of homes explores 100 years of history in this downtown neighborhood Coming to Forest Hills on Sunday, April 6, 2025, A Century of Style is a self-guided, self-paced walking…
Dining On The Dam 2025: Presented By Palmetto Renovations
Dining On The Dam 2025: Presented By Palmetto Renovations
The Lexington Chamber & Visitors Center is excited to host another year of Dining on the Dam! Join us on Sunday, April 6 from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. for one…
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Nest Quest
Nest Quest
Join us for an exciting program all about birds' nests. Kids will explore the amazing ways birds build their homes and even have a chance to build one of their own.
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April Blood Drives
April Blood Drives
The One Blood bus will be stationed at the Laurens Library, located at 1017 W. Main Street, on April 8 from 12 pm to 5 pm. Donors will receive a free t-shirt and a $20 gift card as a thank-you for their contribution.
Map & GPS Navigators
Map & GPS Navigators
Join Sharon Lone of Clemson Snap-Ed for an exciting, hands-on adventure to use maps and GPS technology to explore the world around you! Snacks are
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2025 Resilience by Design Conference
2025 Resilience by Design Conference
Join us on Wednesday, April 9 for the 2025 Resilience by Design Conference at the Clemson Architecture Center (in the Cigar Factory) in Charleston. This one-day annual conference provides architecture/engineering/construction professionals with essential tools to incorporate resilient design strategies into practice. We have an amazing day planned with an inspiring line-up of speakers, including an…
Healthy Cooking
Healthy Cooking
Come learn of healthy, easy, and fun meals that relieve achy joints through a cooking session with Clemson Snap-Ed educator, Sharon Lone. Free samples and recipes are provided
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Spring Plant Sale
Thursday, April 10 | 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. | HC Members-Only Early Access Friday, April 11 | 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Open to the public Saturday, April 12 | 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. | Open to the public Hampton-Preston Mansion & Gardens | 1615 Blanding Street Celebrate spring at Historic Columbia’s Plant Sale! Browse…
Ribbon Cutting for Cauble’s Farm and Garden
Ribbon Cutting for Cauble’s Farm and Garden
Join us for the grand opening and ribbon cutting of the new Feed & Seed building at Cauble's Farm & Garden!
City of Columbia Community Development Department to Host a Homebuyer Workshop
City of Columbia Community Development Department to Host a Homebuyer Workshop
Who: City of Columbia Community Development Department What: A Homebuyer Workshop to learn essential steps in the home buying process. Topics Include: Understanding Your Credit Report Score Credit Building and Improvement Strategies Credit and…
Swingin’ Medallions Coming to Lander for Scholarship Benefit Performance
Swingin’ Medallions Coming to Lander for Scholarship Benefit Performance
The Swingin’ Medallions are returning home to Lander University for a benefit concert on April 10 at 7-9:00p.m. in the Finis Horne Arena. Tickets for general admission are $20 each and will benefit the University’s John G. and Jayne B. McElrath Scholarship. General admission tickets are available at www.lander.edu/medallions. Sponsorship opportunities with premium seating are…
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Clemson Music Fest 2025
Clemson University hosts second-annual Clemson Music Fest, April 11-12, 2025 Clemson University and Southern Entertainment, with support from the City of Clemson, is set to host the second-annual Clemson Music Fest (CMF). The two-day festival is scheduled to take place on April 11-12, 2025 at the Upper Intramural Field and looks to build on the…
Waiting For You (A Musical Comedy Event)
“Waiting for You,” a new musical comedy created by two Upstate music and entertainment industry legends is premiering Friday, April 11 with a limited engagement at the Chapman Cultural Center. Waiting for You” is set in Heaven, where men aren't allowed. Two show up, and all hilarity breaks loose. Colorful characters in the nine-member cast…
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Lakelands Master Gardeners Plant Sale
Lakelands Master Gardeners Plant Sale
All sorts of plants, including annuals, perennials, vegetables, shrubs, trees, houseplants, pollinator plants and more! Cash or Cards only. Proceeds benefit scholarships and educational programs. (At the greenhouse behind Piedmont Agency on Aging)
Rollin’ Back the Years with the classics at Martha Franks Retirement Home
Rollin’ Back the Years with the classics at Martha Franks Retirement Home
Come and Reminisce with the Residents at Martha Franks Retirement Community of the Good Old Days. Residents will gather as their eyes twinkle with nostalgia as they admire the gleaming chrome, vibrant paint jobs and powerful engines of yesteryear. Residents will be able to share memories, laughter and a shared love for the golden age…
Community Cleanup Day
Community Cleanup Day
The Joanna Project is asking for community members willing to volunteer a little time to help us clean up the stadium before our groundbreaking event on April 17th. Bring your weed eaters, bush hogs, chainsaws, etc.. and help us clean up the old ball field. We will be there starting at 10am and will stay…
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6th Annual Live on Lincoln
6th Annual Live on Lincoln
The 6th annual Live on Lincoln event, presented by LS3P, will be held on Sunday, April 13 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The event is known for its showcase of…
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Hump Day Happy Day
Hump Day Happy Day
Saddle up and ride through the week with our Hump Day Happy Day! 🎉 Enjoy a midweek treat with $1 off all draft beers and select wines, as we help you conquer that Wednesday slump in style!
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Joanna Stadium Groundbreaking
Joanna Stadium Groundbreaking
Join us for the official groundbreaking ceremony for Phase 1 of the Joanna Stadium renovation.
April Blood Drive
April Blood Drive
On April 17, The Blood Connection® Blood Mobile will be at the Clinton Library, located at 107 Jacobs Highway, from 10:30 am to 2 pm. Donors at this location will receive an eGift Card as a reward. Adults aged 18 and older are eligible to donate at both locations. Blood donations are essential to meet…
Robert Gardiner Final Concert with Lander Jazz
Robert Gardiner Final Concert with Lander Jazz
The Department of Music at Lander University invites members of the community to attend a performance by the Lander Jazz Ensemble Thursday, April 17, at 7 p.m. in the Abney Cultural Center Auditorium. This event is free and open to the public. About the Event: The Lander University Jazz Ensemble is a 20 piece big…
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Clyde’s at Trustus Theatre
Trustus Theatre presents Clyde's by Lynn Nottage. Clyde’s is a truck stop sandwich shop frequented by truckers making the long journey across Pennsylvania. The kitchen is staffed exclusively by formerly incarcerated individuals looking for their shot at redemption. Even as the shop’s menacing owner, Clyde, tries to keep them under her thumb, the staff members…
Good Friday Community Worship | LushAcres Farm
Good Friday Community Worship | LushAcres Farm
Join us for a special Good Friday Community Worship at LushAcres Farm, a time of reflection and gratitude as we come together to honor this sacred day. We invite the faith community of Laurens County to pause, reflect, and worship in a peaceful, serene setting surrounded by God’s creation. What to Expect: - Worship led…
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Free Compost Giveaway
Free Compost Giveaway
City of Columbia’s Solid Waste Division to Host Annual Free Compost Giveaway Who: City of Columbia Public Works Department – Solid Waste Division. The City of Columbia Solid Waste Division will…
Westminster Presbyterian Church Hosting Community Easter Egg Hunt
Westminster Presbyterian Church Hosting Community Easter Egg Hunt
Families are invited to celebrate the Easter season with a morning of fun and faith at Westminster Presbyterian Church’s annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 19, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The event will take place at the church, located at 1387 Highway 56 South in Clinton. Children attending the event will receive…
“The Shot Heard Round the World” A 250th American Revolution Anniversary Celebration of Lexington County’s Namesake: The Battle of Lexington and Concord
“The Shot Heard Round the World” A 250th American Revolution Anniversary Celebration of Lexington County’s Namesake: The Battle of Lexington and Concord
Lexington’s Old Mill Pond Trail | April 19, 2025 | 4:00 - 8:30 p.m. On April 19, 2025, from 4:00 to 8:30 p.m., history comes to life at Lexington’s Old…
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Coffee & Conversations
Coffee & Conversations
Start your day with great conversations and coffee at the Laurens YMCA on April 22nd! Join us for this engaging event, hosted in partnership with the Laurens YMCA and Self Regional Healthcare, and connect with others in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
4th Annual Career Fair
4th Annual Career Fair
The City of Columbia will be hosting its 4th annual career fair to promote openings within various departments. City departments with current vacancies will be on-site to talk with the…
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Moultrie Southern Cuisine + The Fox Hole Hosting Two Job Fair Events This Week
Moultrie Southern Cuisine + The Fox Hole Hosting Two Job Fair Events This Week
Downtown Laurens is buzzing with anticipation as Moultrie Southern Cuisine + Spirits and The Fox Hole Bar + Lounge prepare to open their doors this spring at 101 E Laurens Street. This new dual-concept restaurant, blending Southern elegance with Art Deco flair, is looking to hire a team of local talent—and they’re starting this week…
Africa’s Economic Renaissance: Breaking Barriers, Building Futures
Africa’s Economic Renaissance: Breaking Barriers, Building Futures
Join Dr. Gugu Selela, a lecturer in the Department of Interdisciplinary Studies at Clemson, for a thought-provoking discussion on Africa’s evolving role in the global economy. This talk will explore the continent’s vast economic potential, the structural challenges it faces, and the transformative opportunities on the horizon. Dr. Selela will examine the historical and contemporary…
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City of Charleston to host open house on Lowcountry Lowline Project
City of Charleston to host open house on Lowcountry Lowline Project
Public invited to preview designs for transformational bike and pedestrian path The City of Charleston will host a public open house on Thursday, April 24 to share updates and gather feedback on the Lowcountry Lowline, a 1.7-mile pedestrian and bicycle greenway that will run along the spine of the Charleston peninsula. The event follows City…
Walk-in Job Fair at Blue Diamond Industries
Walk-in Job Fair at Blue Diamond Industries
Job seekers in and around Laurens County are encouraged to mark their calendars for a walk-in job fair happening Thursday, April 24, 2025, at Blue Diamond Industries in Clinton. The event will run from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and takes place at 877 Torrington Road, Clinton, SC 29325. This one-day event provides an excellent…
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The Ultimate Food & Culture Experience: Black Food Truck Festival Returns April 25-27, 2025
An Unforgettable Weekend of Flavor, Music and Community The highly anticipated Black Food Truck Festival returns this spring, bringing together delicious cuisine, live music, family-friendly activities, and cultural celebrations. Tickets are on sale now for the three-day festival, happening April 25-27, 2025, at the Exchange Park Fairgrounds in Ladson, S.C. In honor of Black History…
Rock, Ragtime and Rutter Concert
Rock, Ragtime and Rutter Concert
THE LAURENS COUNTY CHORALE AND PRESBYTERIAN COLLEGE CHOIR PRESENT ROCK, RAGTIME, AND RUTTER SELECTIONS FROM CARLY SIMON, TOTO, MICHAEL JACKSON, TERRANCE MCNALLY, AND JOHN RUTTER APRIL 25TH FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH CLINTON, SOUTH CAROLINA ADMISSION $10 (FREE WITH PC ID)
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2025 Spring Festival | LushAcres Farm
2025 Spring Festival | LushAcres Farm
April 26th | 10AM - 5PM May 3rd | 10AM - 5PM Kickoff spring with us at the Annual LushAcres Farm Spring Festival! Bring the whole family to pick fresh strawberries,, visit our artisan village, pet our furry farm friends and so much more! Gate Fee: $12 per person Two years old and younger are…
Beer Mile Run
Beer Mile Run
Solo Challenge: The route is simple, it's a quarter mile loop beginning and ending at the Lumberyard. The only catch is you must drink a beer before you begin your loop. 4 Beers, 4 Loops, that equals a beer mile. $40. Team Relay: Same route different rules. The teams will consist of 4 runners. Each…
Unveiling the Historical Marker for Langston Baptist Church
Unveiling the Historical Marker for Langston Baptist Church
Join us for a momentous occasion as we unveil the Historical Marker for Langston Baptist Church! This dedication will take place on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at 4:30 PM. Don’t miss out on this significant event in Clinton, South Carolina! Learn more about the history and significance here: #LangstonBaptistChurch #HistoricalMarker #CommunityEvent
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Celebrate the Spirit of New Orleans Charleston Jazz Festival Finale Big Chief Donald Harrison Quartet
Celebrate the Spirit of New Orleans Charleston Jazz Festival Finale Big Chief Donald Harrison Quartet
Circular Congregational Church Sunday April 27, 5-6:30PM Join us for an extraordinary night of music and culture as the Charleston Jazz Festival, in partnership with Spoleto Festival USA, proudly presents the grand finale featuring the incomparable Big Chief Donald Harrison Quartet from New Orleans. A National Endowment for the Arts Jazz Master and cultural ambassador, Donald Harrison seamlessly…
Clinton Library Grand Opening
Clinton Library Grand Opening
The Laurens County Public Library System is excited to welcome the community to the Grand Opening of the new Clinton Library on Saturday, April 27, at 3:00 p.m. Located at 304 W. Pitts Street, the brand-new facility will be open for tours, giving guests an opportunity to explore the space and experience demonstrations of the…
The Spirit of Romanticism
The Spirit of Romanticism
Palmetto Chamber Orchestra invites music lovers to embark on a captivating and thrilling musical journey through the enchanting world of 19th-century Romanticism with its newest program, The Spirit of Romanticism. This extraordinary program showcases a rich blend of beloved classics and hidden gems, the brilliance and emotional depth of the Romantic era, promising an unforgettable…
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New Outdoor Gym with Ribbon Cutting
New Outdoor Gym with Ribbon Cutting
The United Way of Laurens County invites the community to join in celebrating the grand opening of its new outdoor gym equipment with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday, April…
Laurens County Land Use/Zoning Task Force Invites Community Input Meeting
Laurens County Land Use/Zoning Task Force Invites Community Input Meeting
The Laurens County Land Use/Zoning Task Force is inviting residents to be part of the important conversation about the future growth and development of Laurens County. A community meeting for…
Laurens County Land Use/Zoning Task Force Invites Community Input Meeting
Laurens County Land Use/Zoning Task Force Invites Community Input Meeting
The Laurens County Land Use/Zoning Task Force is inviting residents to be part of the important conversation about the future growth and development of Laurens County. A community meeting for…
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Shop Local Laurens County Virtual Launch and Q&A
Shop Local Laurens County Virtual Launch and Q&A
Join us online to celebrate the launch of Shop Local Laurens County, the Laurens County Chamber’s newest initiative focused on connecting the community, supporting local businesses, and building pride in…
Berkeley County, SC Works Trident Teaming Up for Career Expo on April 30
Berkeley County, SC Works Trident Teaming Up for Career Expo on April 30
For military TAP participants, spouses, and individuals impacted by federal layoffs Berkeley County Economic Development, in partnership with SC Works Trident, is hosting a Workforce Career Expo on Wednesday, April 30,…
FREE WORKSHOP “Is Probate Inevitable? How to Avoid the Hassle and Why You Probably Should”
FREE WORKSHOP “Is Probate Inevitable? How to Avoid the Hassle and Why You Probably Should”
We will break down what probate is and who it applies to. We’ll discuss the time, costs, and complexities of probate and offer practical strategies for avoiding it through effective…
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Community Prayer Service
Community Prayer Service
Churches and community members in Clinton and throughout Laurens County are invited to gather for a National Day of Prayer Community Prayer Service on Thursday, May 1, 2025, beginning at 6:00 p.m. The service will take place at Clinton First Pentecostal Holiness Church, located at 403 Academy Street in Clinton. All area churches and members…
Arts Against Violence: A Three-Day Cultural Event Empowering Youth Through the Arts
Arts Against Violence: A Three-Day Cultural Event Empowering Youth Through the Arts
Arts Against Violence will bring together artists, activists, educators, and community leaders to provide a safe space for young people to express themselves, heal, and envision a brighter future. Through…
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Arts Against Violence: A Three-Day Cultural Event Empowering Youth Through the Arts
Arts Against Violence: A Three-Day Cultural Event Empowering Youth Through the Arts
Arts Against Violence will bring together artists, activists, educators, and community leaders to provide a safe space for young people to express themselves, heal, and envision a brighter future. Through…
First Friday May 2025
First Friday May 2025
Make GCCA Your First Stop for First Friday! Visit GCCA on the First Friday of the month from 6 – 9 pm to check out our new exhibitions in the Main and Community Galleries, buy local art, and meet the GCCA Studio Artists!
Mission Lexington’s Rockin’ with a Mission Concert
Mission Lexington’s Rockin’ with a Mission Concert
Set Sail for a Night of Island Vibes! Grab your grass skirt and favorite Hawaiian shirt and join Mission Lexington at the Icehouse Amphitheater for an unforgettable evening with Captain…
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Miracles in Motion 5K Walk, Run, & Roll
Miracles in Motion 5K Walk, Run, & Roll
Come cheer on our kids in their very own Superheroes dash and then start your own 5K through the shaded streets of Forest Acres. There's also a 1K for a…
Sistercare’s Camp True North Teen Camp
Sistercare’s Camp True North Teen Camp
Teaching Teens About Healthy Relationships Sistercare and The Junior League of Columbia are partnering to host Camp True North, a FREE, one-day educational camp for teens. Located at the beautiful…
2025 Spring Festival | LushAcres Farm
2025 Spring Festival | LushAcres Farm
Kickoff spring with us at the Annual LushAcres Farm Spring Festival! Bring the whole family to pick fresh strawberries,, visit our artisan village, pet our furry farm friends and so much more! Gate Fee: $12 per person Two years old and younger are FREE! ALL PROCEEDS GO TO SUPPORT THE MISSION AND PROGRAMS OF THORNWELL…
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Bingo Bash 2025
Bingo Bash 2025
The Barbara Stone Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on creating and supporting visionary programs for individuals with disabilities, is hosting Bingo Bash, a free event at Magnetic South Brewery on May 4, 2025, from 2:30 - 5:30 p.m. The community is invited to this kid-friendly fundraising event to play Bingo, win prizes, bid on silent auction…