New ticket prices announced for Crash Course Columbia, driven by COR
September 26, 2023
Connect to the community and become a local champion— tickets on sale for Oct. 19-20 tour Columbia Opportunity Resource (COR) continues connecting the community with its talent retention initiative, Crash…
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October 6 Gallery Event features works by five artists
September 26, 2023On Friday, October 6, from 6 to 9 p.m., Rob Shaw Framing and Gallery will host a reception for a month-long show featuring works by artists Rebecca Horne, Rob Shaw, George…
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The Air Collision Time Forgot
September 21, 2023
By Tom Poland I visit forgotten churches more than the church I call my own. I feel a haunting at an unfrequented church, a poignant peaceful feeling. I see…
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Major fashion exhibition featuring Alexander McQueen and Ann Ray opens October 7
September 21, 2023
Garments and photographs document their shared artistic journey and friendship \The Columbia Museum of Art is pleased to present Lee Alexander McQueen & Ann Ray: Rendez-Vous, a major fashion and…
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City of Cayce announces fun & flavorful food and beverage vendors for Cayce Fall Fest
September 19, 2023
The City of Cayce is excited to announce an exciting array of authentic, delicious, as well as several locally-owned, food and drink vendors for Cayce Fall Fest! Fall Fest will…
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Hear the artist explain his work that hangs in the Relic Room’s Vietnam exhibit
September 14, 2023
On a wall just as you leave the Relic Room’s new Vietnam exhibit, you’ll see something you might not fully understand at once: a work of art – part painting,…
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Exclusive Sergio Hudson exhibition opening at the Columbia Museum of Art
September 14, 2023
The Columbia Museum of Art is pleased to announce Sergio Hudson: Focused on the Fit, an exhibition showcasing the work of iconic fashion designer and Midlands native Sergio Hudson, on…
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Columbia City Ballet rebrands as South Carolina Ballet
September 13, 2023
Reinforces Commitment to Columbia and Statewide Artistic Identity Columbia City Ballet is now South Carolina Ballet. This new name not only honors the company’s home in Columbia but also underlines…
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SC Philharmonic opens 59th Season with wild west violin concerto on Oct. 7th
September 12, 2023
Violinist Holly Mulcahy and composer George S. Clinton come to Columbia for the SC Premiere of The Rose of Sonora at Koger Center “Not only was [The Rose of Sonora]…
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Historic Columbia to host 45th Annual Jubilee: Festival of Black History & Culture
September 12, 2023
Join Historic Columbia at Jubilee: Festival of Black History & Culture from 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 16, 2023. Now in its 45th year, this free outdoor festival brings musicians, artisans,…
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2023 SC Gingerbread Competition and Exhibition
September 8, 2023
NoMa Warehouse and Davis Architecture are excited to present the 2023 South Carolina Gingerbread House Competition and Exhibition. The inaugural event will take place November 30-Dec 2, 2023 at NoMa…
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Richland Library hosts new art gallery exhibit
September 7, 2023Artist Mary Gilkerson debuts Evening Light at Richland Library Main Richland Library welcomes its newest art exhibition, Evening Light, by local artist Mary Gilkerson. Gilkerson’s exhibition launched on September 1 at…
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A Scrape In The Sand
September 7, 2023
By Tom Poland Sand washes away. Memories last forever. The year was 1982. That would have been South Carolina Wildlife magazines 28th anniversary. I worked in film then and…
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The Sound of Music at Town Theatre
September 6, 2023
“Let’s start at the very beginning… a very good place to start!” Don’t miss the kickoff to Town Theatre’s 104th season with The Sound of Music. When postulant Maria Rainer…
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Blink Book Review #11: “Hello Beautiful” by Ann Napolitano
September 6, 2023
By Reba Hull Campbell “Hello Beautiful” by Ann Napolitano is the sweeping story of a large chaotic family in the late ‘70s – early ‘80s with more than its…
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The Beach That Was
August 30, 2023
By Tom Poland From afar the skyline looks like that of a city, and it is. Myrtle Beach’s skyline of hotels seems to dwarf the skyline of all other…
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Blink Book Review #10: “The First Ladies” by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray
August 30, 2023
By Reba Hull Campbell Another historical fiction for the win with “The First Ladies” by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray. After I really enjoyed “The Personal Librarian” earlier…
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‘ArtFields Extended: The Arts Center of Kershaw County’ debuts at Bassett Gallery
August 29, 2023
The Bassett Gallery at the Arts Center of Kershaw County is now home to a groundbreaking exhibition as it unveils “ArtFields Extended: The Arts Center of Kershaw County.” Established in…
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The Curtain is Up for the 2023 – 2024 Harbison Theatre Season
August 28, 2023
Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College (HT@MTC) has revealed its 2023-2024 season. Complete with Grammy nominated and award-winning musicians, international tribute bands, laugh till you cry comedians, and televised…
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Lone Star, The Rambling Ghost
August 24, 2023
By Tom Poland I’ve long felt that two of South Carolina’s prettier community names are Silverstreet and Lone Star. Silverstreet I’ve seen many times. Those names, evocative and atmospheric,…
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Cayce’s River Arts District selected for statewide Achievement Award
August 22, 2023At the Municipal Association of South Carolina’s 2023 Annual Meeting in July, the City of Cayce received the Annual Achievement Award for the development in the City’s Cayce River Arts…
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You’ve Got to be a Friend to Have a Friend
August 16, 2023
By Reba Hull Campbell Every year, I dust off this “first day of first grade” photo taken in front of then-Crayton Elementary School. It makes me thankful for these…
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Columbia Museum of Art’s board of trustees adds two new members
August 16, 2023
Talented local leaders bring their skills to the museum The Columbia Museum of Art announces Linda Pearce Edwards and Dr. Todd Lefkowitz as two new members elected to serve on…
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New slate of S.C. Arts Commission emerging artists announced
August 14, 2023
Six artists just getting established in their crafts will benefit from the South Carolina Arts Commission Emerging Artists program, receiving a project-based grant and career mentoring. The SCAC defines emerging…
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Rodney McMillian, Columbia-born artist with national reputation, receives Key to the City and S.C. State House resolution as his work is acquired by the Columbia Museum of Art
August 8, 2023
Two McMillian artworks have been acquired by the museum with support from the Contemporaries The Contemporaries, an affinity group of the Columbia Museum of Art (CMA), have revealed two new…
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Unbound to present “Unbeing” August 25 & 26
August 7, 2023
Unbound Dance Company will present “Unbeing,” its third consecutive annual show on Aug. 25 & 26. Performances will be at 7 p.m. on both days at Dreher High School, 3319…
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S.C. Arts Commission adds digital communications manager
August 7, 2023
The South Carolina Arts Commission welcomed a new team member to provide constituents with engaging and accurate content via agency social media channels and to bring creative energy to its…
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World-class performers star in September premiere of ‘Daniel and The Kings’
August 7, 2023
Charleston native and Broadway performer Matt Shingledecker will play the lead role of Daniel in a new musical drama debuting at the North Charleston Performing Arts Center in September. Written…
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Chasing The Ivorybill
August 2, 2023
By Tom Poland “Chasing the Swamp Ghost” caught my eye, and I read Garden & Gun’s feature about photographer Bobby Harrison’s quest to capture irrefutable evidence that the ivorybill…
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Bassist/vocalist Mimi Jones headlines USC Jazz Festival
August 1, 2023
The University of South Carolina Jazz Festival is a learning, adjudication and performance opportunity for regional high school and middle school jazz students to perform for and work with USC’s…
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My SC Wildlife Dream Machine
July 27, 2023
By Tom Poland I grew up in a large hardwood forest in Georgia, and I rambled in woods every chance I got. I saw deer, wild turkey, ducks, and…
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Robert Ariail’s “Lowcountry” panel wins national award for best cartoon
July 27, 2023
Cartoonist Robert Ariail has been honored with a national award for best cartoon by the Association of Alternative News Media (AAN). Ariail’s “Lowcountry” panel stood out among the competition, impressing…
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Artist Minute – Jessica Fichter, Trustus Theatre
July 19, 2023
The Who’s on the Move Artist Minute is a quick, two-minute interview in support of the undeniable impact that the arts and local artists have on our communities. One of…
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Mike Brown contemporary artist in residence Dogon Krigga
July 19, 2023
Mike Brown Contemporary in partnership with One Columbia SC, is pleased to announce Dogon Krigga will serve as the first MBC Emerging Artist In Residence. With generous support from One Columbia…
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The Day The Sky Fell
July 19, 2023
By Tom Poland A beautiful blue-sky afternoon it was. As I walked back from my mailbox a freshly killed squirrel with half its head missing fell right in front…
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Local Favorite, Cayce Fall Fest, returns October 7
July 14, 2023The City of Cayce is excited to announce the return of the Cayce Fall Fest! Fall Fest will be held on Saturday, October 7, from 12 pm – 6 pm…
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A Favorite Place
July 13, 2023
By Tom Poland Each spring I write of three places, three beautiful places where colonies of rocky shoals spider lilies bloom. One is quite accessible; one is perhaps the…
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Follow Town’s Yellow Brick Road with The Wizard of Oz
July 13, 2023
“We’re off to see the Wizard… the wonderful Wizard of Oz!” And we want YOU to join us on the journey. Donning those famous ruby reds as Dorothy Gale from…
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When A Church Dies
July 6, 2023
By Tom Poland Some linger in woods. Some stand, for now, at the end or side of a dirt road. Some hide behind other buildings, and some haunt the…
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South Carolina State Fair now accepting submissions for 2023 competitive exhibits
July 6, 2023
The South Carolina State Fair is now accepting entries for its annual competitive exhibits to be on display Oct. 11-22, 2023 during the S.C. State Fair. Exhibitors from across South…
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Stormwater announces group exhibition as part of BIPOC Residency Program
July 5, 2023
Cultural Heritage | Creative Expression: Stormwater Residency Finalists Stormwater Studios is thrilled to announce a group exhibition titled “Cultural Heritage | Creative Expression” which showcases the finalists of the inaugural…
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International African American Museum opens doors wide for visitors near and far
June 30, 2023
Public opening follows a line-up of celebration and community events The International African American Museum (IAAM) officially opened to the public on Tuesday, June 27, after over 20 years of…
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Workery Apparel; Columbia based fashion brand launch
June 27, 2023
SY the Label, a Columbia, SC-based women’s wear, fashion brand with a mission to bring freedom to working women, is thrilled to announce the launch of its highly anticipated fall…
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Moody Spring
June 22, 2023
By Tom Poland Rounding a curve on Highway 107, I saw water spurting from handsome stonework set in a mountain. Moody Spring, I knew we’d stop. I had no…
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The Countdown to the 4th of July Celebration on Lake Murray presented by Lexington Medical Center is on!
June 21, 2023
The countdown to Independence Day is on! Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board (CCLMC) is proud to host the 35th annual 4th of July Celebration on Lake Murray on Saturday, July 1, presented…
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SC Philharmonic announces Combined, a Chubb Company, as 2023 Grand Sponser of Fireworks with the Phil at Segra Park
June 21, 2023
The South Carolina Philharmonic is delighted to announce that Combined Insurance Company of America, a Chubb Company, is the official Grand Sponsor of the 2023 Fireworks with the Phil on…
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Major fashion exhibition featuring Alexander McQueen and Ann Ray coming this fall
June 12, 2023
Garments and photographs document their shared artistic journey and friendship The Columbia Museum of Art is pleased to present Lee Alexander McQueen & Ann Ray: Rendez-Vous, a major fashion and…
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Life’s Healing Elixir
June 8, 2023
By Tom Poland A Sunday sojourn found me at Healing Springs near Blackville, South Carolina. There I stood on Gods Acre, property deeded to God. Palm Sunday it was,…
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Richland County’s Ag + Art Tour highlights farm life
June 8, 2023
This weekend, the annual S.C. Ag + Art Tour brings together two of the state’s most vital industries, agriculture and tourism, to 15 farm- and art-related sites around Richland County.…
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Pop Icon Taylor Dayne to headline Rock 4 Recovery concert presented by Dominion Energy
June 6, 2023
With a career spanning three decades, 17 Top 20 singles and four chart-topping number one songs that include “Tell It To My Heart,” “Love Will Lead You Back,” and “I’ll…
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