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The Flood – Solo Exhibition by Melissa Haviland
Melissa Haviland’s The Flood draws on the long history of “bluing,” a process in which blue dyes were added to paper and textiles to counteract yellowing which improved perceived quality…
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…
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.
The Color of Air
The Color of Air showcases landscape paintings by Clay Johnson that capture the quiet drama of trees, light, and atmosphere. Painted often in the early morning, Johnson’s work balances close…
Art of Business Series
Art of Business Series
Our Art of Business series, geared towards helping artists develop foundational business skills, continues on Monday! Join us for Entrepreneurship 101: Building a Sustainable Creative Business, presented by artist and business owner Craig Ragsdale and Martin…
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Bring One, Wear One Annual Luncheon
Bring One, Wear One Annual Luncheon
Laurens County Safe Home will mark Domestic Violence Awareness Month this October with two special events aimed at raising funds, educating the community, and honoring survivors. This year also marks…
Lander’s Andy Jameson to Speak on American Life through Cocktails
Lander’s Andy Jameson to Speak on American Life through Cocktails
Lander University invites the Greenwood and Lander communities to attend a talk on Tuesday, Oct. 28, by Dr. Andrew Jameson, professor of English at Lander University. The lecture, titled “A…
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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…
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…
Pints with the Pastor
Pints with the Pastor
Sipping Spirituality, One Pint at a Time! Hosted by Dr. Duke Dixon, Interim Pastor with First Presbyterian Church "Pints with the Pastor" is a friendly gathering where we come together…
9 events,
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
Halloween Howl at Break on the Lake
Halloween Howl at Break on the Lake
Get ready for a frightfully fun night on the water! Connect Lake Greenwood is hosting a Halloween Howl on Thursday, October 30, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Break on…
9 events,
Halloween Career Fair
Halloween Career Fair
Dear Community Partners, Hickory Tavern School is excited to announce that we will be hosting a Halloween Career Fair on Friday, October 31, from 9:00-12:00 p.m. We would love to…
Trick or Treating
Trick or Treating
Stop by GCCA for candy and our themed window displays as you make your way in the village for more trick or treating! This event is free and open to…
Trunk Or Treat
Trunk Or Treat
🎃 Trunk-or-Treat Coming Soon 🎃 It’s almost that time of year again! The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office is now accepting individually wrapped candy donations through October 24th for our annual…
8 events,
Foothills Skills and Crafts Show
Foothills Skills and Crafts Show
Shoppers looking to get a jump on their holiday gift lists won’t want to miss the 2025 Foothills Skills and Crafts Show, returning Saturday, November 1, to the breezeways of…
“Bundles of Joy” Community Baby Shower
“Bundles of Joy” Community Baby Shower
The Upstate Pregnancy Center’s “Bundles of Joy” Community Baby Shower will take place on Saturday, November 1, 2025, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Clinton.…
American Legion Post 25 Gears Up for 5th Annual Toy Run
American Legion Post 25 Gears Up for 5th Annual Toy Run
Community generosity fuels year-round projects, with Christmas for kids as a top priority American Legion Post 25 is once again rallying the community to help spread holiday cheer during its…
4 events,
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…
5 events,
November Lunch Program | Post-Covid Migration Trends in SC
November Lunch Program | Post-Covid Migration Trends in SC
Will Schenk, Research Analyst with Colliers | South Carolina, will give a presentation on post-COVID migration trends throughout South Carolina. The presentation will include population insights for Columbia, Charleston, Greenville-Spartanburg, Charleston and Myrtle Beach markets and how growth affects the commercial real estate industry. Learn which markets are growing the fastest, where migrants are coming…
Gathering in the Garden
Gathering in the Garden
New dare for Gathering in the Garden ! Bring family and friends to this FREE event!
7 events,
Latin American Festival
Latin American Festival
Experience the tastes and traditions of Charleston’s Latin American community Celebrate Charleston’s vibrant Latin and Caribbean cultures at the Latin American Festival, Sunday, Oct. 5 at Wannamaker County Park, from 12 – 5 p.m.! Charleston County Parks invites you to immerse yourself in the authentic music, dance and food found throughout Latin America and the…
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…
Craft & Draft
Craft & Draft
Welcome to Craft & Draft, a relaxed Wednesday evening gathering at The Lumberyard where creativity and community come together. Bring your yarn, string, needles, hooks, or any project you’ve got…
8 events,
Little River Duck Race
Little River Duck Race
The ducks are ready to make a splash! The Laurens Rotary Club is gearing up for the 23rd Annual Little River Duck Race on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at 2:30…
CREW Cocktails at Robinson Gray
CREW Cocktails at Robinson Gray
Please join us at CREW Cocktails on Thursday, November 6 from 5:00-7:00pm hosted by our Capitol Partner, Robinson Gray, a law firm focused on litigation and business. This is a free networking event for members and guests. Wine, spirits and hors d'oeuvres will be served. Attire is business casual. Please register by noon on Monday,…
Ret. Navy Captain and Corporate Attorney Mark Fava signs “Lessons from the Admiral: Naval Wisdom and Sea Stories for Leaders”
Ret. Navy Captain and Corporate Attorney Mark Fava signs “Lessons from the Admiral: Naval Wisdom and Sea Stories for Leaders”
**Gain an insight into how executives think and how to get promoted from the former aide to a Navy admiral, a retired Navy Captain, a career aviation lawyer, and now a Vice President at a Fortune 100 company.** Books on Broad to host book signing for Mark Fava and his new book "Lessons from the…
4 events,
10 events,
Clinton Family YMCA – Free Girls Basketball Skills and Drills
Clinton Family YMCA – Free Girls Basketball Skills and Drills
FREE GIRLS BASKETBALL SKILLS AND DRILLS SESSION CLINTON FAMILY YMCA GYMANASIUM GIRLSAGES 7-12 LEARN FROM CHS COACHES JOHN GARDNER & GABBY BATES ALONGSIDE SENIORS FROM THE CLINTON HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS…
Clinton Canopy’s Annual Daffodil Planting
Clinton Canopy’s Annual Daffodil Planting
Fall is here, and Clinton Canopy is ready to bring the community together for a meaningful tradition. On Saturday, November 8, 2025, Clinton Canopy will host its third annual Daffodils…
Adair Center Fall Festival
Adair Center Fall Festival
Join us for our 4th annual festival! Growing a little more each year, thanks to you!
4 events,
Greenville Jewish Film Festival Pop-Up Movie: The Ring
Greenville Jewish Film Festival Pop-Up Movie: The Ring
Join The Greenville Jewish Film Festival for its latest Pop Up Movie to be shown at Camelot Cinemas! The Ring focuses on Arnon Noble, a religious man with a strong…
Greenville Jewish Film Festival Pop-Up Movie – The Ring
Greenville Jewish Film Festival Pop-Up Movie – The Ring
On November 9, the Greenville Jewish Film Festival Pop-Up Movie commemorates the 87th anniversary of Kristallnacht “Night of Broken Glass” with a powerful dramedy inspired by true events -- one…
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Rick Steves comes to Columbia for special concert with SC Philharmonic
Rick Steves comes to Columbia for special concert with SC Philharmonic
Get ready to travel without the jet lag. Join the SC Phil for Rick Steves’ Europe: A Symphonic Journey—an unforgettable evening that blends breathtaking classical music with Rick’s signature storytelling and stunning visuals. Think of this concert as your passport to Europe’s most beloved cultural treasures. With Rick as your personal tour guide, we’ll explore the sweeping landscapes…
6 events,
Veterans Day Celebration
Veterans Day Celebration
Please make plans to honor our veterans. Join us for the City of Laurens Veterans Day Celebration on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at 10:00 AM at The Capitol Theatre. Let's…
City of Columbia to hold 47th annual Veterans Day Parade
City of Columbia to hold 47th annual Veterans Day Parade
The City of Columbia will hold the 47th Annual Veterans Day Parade on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. The parade will start at the intersection of Sumter Street and Laurel Street. For questions, please contact the City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department at 803-545-3100.
Georgetown County Veterans Day Parade
Georgetown County Veterans Day Parade
Sponsored by American Legion Post 114 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6444, the parade is a time to express our appreciation and gratitude for the brave men and women…
5 events,
Caregiving During the Holidays – Presented by the Alzheimer’s Association – SC Chapter
Caregiving During the Holidays – Presented by the Alzheimer’s Association – SC Chapter
For many caregivers the holiday season may give rise to stress, frustration or sadness, rather than peace and goodwill. Join us to learn about: -How to care for yourself -Making…
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…
Craft and Draft
Craft and Draft
Welcome to Craft & Draft, a relaxed Wednesday evening gathering at The Lumberyard where creativity and community come together. Bring your yarn, string, needles, hooks, or any project you’ve got…
7 events,
Native American Artifact ID Session
Native American Artifact ID Session
Have a stone tool, pottery sherd, or mysterious item you’d like to know more about? Join Center Archaeologist and USC Lancaster Senior Instructor of Anthropology Chris Judge for this ID session of Native American artifacts. Held in conjunction with the 20th Annual Native American Studies Celebration, this event is free and open to the public.
Annual Charleston Digital Corridor Oyster Roast
Annual Charleston Digital Corridor Oyster Roast
As the weather cools and oyster season arrives, members of the Charleston tech community gather around the tables to enjoy a fun evening featuring local oysters, beer from neighboring microbreweries and live music. CDC members enjoy complimentary tickets. Gathering for a fun evening of networking as we kickoff oyster season with our friends from Charleston's…
Lander Jazz Ensemble to Perform
Lander Jazz Ensemble to Perform
The community is invited to join the Lander University Jazz Ensemble for their first performance of the 2025-26 academic year Thursday, Nov. 13, at 7 p.m. in the Abney Cultural…
5 events,
Into the Woods at Trustus Theatre
James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone's favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, yet relevant, piece... and a rare modern classic. The Tony Award-winning book and score are both enchanting and touching. The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend…
The Art Market
The Art Market
Greenville Center for Creative Arts Join us for The Art Market during Open Studios featuring local art vendors. Spots are still open to become a vendor here: https://forms.gle/caqHnruXj3Nr5iBT6 This event…
6 events,
Mini Pop-Up Art Market
Mini Pop-Up Art Market
Support local talent and discover something special! These mini monthly pop-up art sales offer original works by Native American artists, perfect for gifts or your personal art collection. On Nov. 15, meet artists Lisa Lindler (Waccamaw Indian People) and Kathleen Sahtunkinish (Caddo Nation) and shop their creations from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
LINE DANCING NIGHT at The Lumberyard
LINE DANCING NIGHT at The Lumberyard
Line dancing nights at The Lumberyard have been a big hit, and we can't wait for you to join the fun! Whether you're a seasoned pro or just getting started,…
5 events,
Augusta Street Holiday Open House
Augusta Street Holiday Open House
Augusta Road Business Association (ARBA) is hosting their annual celebration to kick off the holiday season. Holiday Open House will take place on Sunday, November 16 from 1:00 p.m. to…
Holiday Market at Eastside Elementary
Holiday Market at Eastside Elementary
ADULTS (AGES 13 & UP) - $5.00 CHILDREN (2 - 12) - $3.00 (INCLUDES PICTURE WITH SANTA & A CHRISMTAS CRAFT!) VENDOR SPOTS ARE $25.00. THE FORM TO SIGN UP…
8 events,
Friends of the Georgetown Library Tuesdays With… Lee Brockington
Friends of the Georgetown Library Tuesdays With… Lee Brockington
Our November Tuesdays With... presentation will feature Lee Brockington speaking on "History of the Thanksgiving Holiday." We'll be meeting on November 18th at 10 am at the Georgetown Library Auditorium…
“Catawba Indian Nation v. South Carolina 1975 – 2006: An Insider’s Perspective” with Jay Bender
“Catawba Indian Nation v. South Carolina 1975 – 2006: An Insider’s Perspective” with Jay Bender
Retired University of South Carolina professor and attorney for the S.C. Press Association Jay Bender discusses his role as former attorney for the Catawba Nation and his involvement in the tribe regaining federal recognition. Held in conjunction with the 20th Annual Native American Studies Celebration, this event is free and open to the public. Presented…
TLC: Holiday Craft Day
TLC: Holiday Craft Day
Come join us for an afternoon of crafting! A variety of projects to pick from where all the supplies are provided. Bring a friend, a child, a neighbor, or just…
6 events,
The Brew Laurens County
The Brew Laurens County
Join us at Cauble’s Farm & Garden located at 635 Bell Avenue in Clinton, on Wednesday, November 19th, to hear from business owner Robert Cauble. The Brew Laurens County gatherings…
BROAD STREET AFTER DARK
BROAD STREET AFTER DARK
Come shop, relax, and taste local appetizers and drinks - invite your friends! Hosted by BROAD STREET ANTIQUES & VINTAGE FINDS
Adult Community Yoga @ Waccamaw Neck Branch Library
Adult Community Yoga @ Waccamaw Neck Branch Library
Join us on Wednesdays now through December 17th, 5:45-6:45 pm in the DeBordieu-Cross Auditorium for Yoga. All levels welcome. Limited mats & blocks available. Donation class. For more information call…
5 events,
CREW Monthly Member Lunch
CREW Monthly Member 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…
Brookgreen 101
Brookgreen 101
Brookgreen 101 is a public information program offered by Robin Salmon, vice president of art and historical collections and curator of sculpture, with topics covering various aspects of Brookgreen, including…
8 events,
57th Annual Columbia Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show
57th Annual Columba Gem, Mineral, and Jewelry Show Hosted by the Columbia Gem and Mineral Society, this annual show features 30+ dealers selling gemstones, jewelry, mineral specimens, fossils and beads. Also featuring panning for gold, geodes sold and cut, a salted mine for children, a raffle for large mineral specimens (grape agate and selenite), demonstrations…
Fireflies Holiday Lights 2025
Holiday Lights returns to the BullStreet District for a fourth year The Columbia Fireflies announced that Fireflies Holiday Lights will return to the Midlands for a fourth holiday season. The event will open November 21 and will remain open until Saturday, January 3. The Miracle on BullStreet returns to Segra Park and promises to be…
“How to be a Journalist in Today’s Media World”
“How to be a Journalist in Today’s Media World”
Do you want to be a journalist? That's great news considering we are now in one of the fastest growing media ages of all time and journalistic services are needed now more than ever. But how do you do it? In this event, you will hear from Vincent Schilling, a successful journalist who has worked…
A Musical Tapestry: Laurens County Chorale Marks 50 Years Since Its 1975 Debut Performance
A Musical Tapestry: Laurens County Chorale Marks 50 Years Since Its 1975 Debut Performance
The 2025–2026 season marks the 51st season for the Laurens County Chorale, which was founded in 1975. This year’s performances will commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Chorale’s very first…
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Treasured Holiday Memories
Bringing to mind cherished memories from past holiday seasons, this nostalgic exhibit invites visitors to enjoy Lionel and American Flyer trains traversing landscapes crafted by department staff, including a new…
Nights of a Thousand Candles
Returning to Brookgreen for its 26th year this holiday season, Nights of a Thousand Candles will cast a warm glow across the 9,127-acre nature preserve on 22 enchanting evenings from…
Music In The Park: NTranze
Music In The Park: NTranze
Georgetown's Music in the Park on Front Street. Beer and wine available for purchase. No coolers. Bring your own chairs and dancing shoes!