When The Apothecary Worked Magic
November 10, 2020
By Tom Poland Remember the old drugstores? Most have faded into the night. They retreated to a place called “Obscurity” but I recall them with fondness and I feel…
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Latin Night comes to Firefly Distillery!
November 9, 2020
For the remaining 2020 Charleston Jazz Orchestra Season 12 performances, Charleston Jazz, REV Federal Credit Union and Firefly Distillery are excited to partner together to present the CJO LIVE AT…
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Christmas at PC to Continue Virtually this Year
November 6, 2020
Three months ago, it looked like the pandemic would end 21 consecutive years of Christmas at PC, the Presbyterian College Department of Music’s annual Christmas program. Because of concerns about…
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Fall Fun for the Family in Laurens this Weekend
November 4, 2020
Fall is in the air! Join us downtown for a fun two days as we celebrate Fall, Family and Laurens! (Please see the safety guidelines below) FRIDAY, November 6th: 11:00…
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The Capitol Theatre is showing “2 Hearts” – Nov. 6-8
November 4, 2020
The Capitol Theatre is showing “2 Hearts.” All tickets only $7.50 To watch the trailer of 2 Hearts click here. Show Times: NOV 6th – 8th FRI 7:00, 9:25…
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Names, Let’s Get Them Right
November 4, 2020
By Tammy Davis This is not a story about politics. It’s a story about good manners and respect, something we all seem to be lacking right now. I’ve been…
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A Page Right Out Of Americana
November 4, 2020
By Tom Poland My excursions along backroads always reveal two nostalgic sights: the rusting tin and decaying wood of crumbling barns and old pickup trucks beneath sheds. They’re going…
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Local artist Julia Deckman opens studio and retail space
November 2, 2020Local artist Julia Deckman has opened a studio and retail shop in the Riverland Terrace neighborhood. In this unique space, Julia will create her art, teach workshops, and host collaborative…
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Commemorative prints of Black Lives Matter-inspired public art now available
November 2, 2020
Get a limited edition commemorative poster or postcard pack of the Black Lives Matter-inspired public art banners that are on display outside Richland Library Main (1431 Assembly Street). The Richland…
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Things That Scare Us
October 29, 2020
By Tammy Davis Halloween has always been a stress-free holiday. Until 2020. To trick or treat or not? That is the question. Like most 2020 issues, there is no…
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Black Cats, Bad Luck, & Worse Luck
October 29, 2020
By Tom Poland Was it left to right, or right to left? When a black cat crossed the highway in front of Dad, he made a sweeping “X” movement…
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Artist Minute – Adam Maalouf, Percussionist (pan-tam)
October 29, 2020
The Who’s on the Move, UpstateBizSC, 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…
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Columbia Museum of Art’s board of trustees adds five new members
October 27, 2020
The Columbia Museum of Art announces five new members elected to serve on its board of trustees for the 2020 – 2021 term: Mr. Charles L. Aiken, Mrs. Alicia Barnes,…
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Charleston Jazz Orchestra Season 13 announced
October 27, 2020
Charleston Jazz announced Season 13 for the Charleston Jazz Orchestra (CJO). 2021 CJO Season 13 will feature a lineup of performances to include a musical timeline of the history of…
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2021 CJO Season 13 announced
October 26, 2020
Charleston Jazz is excited to announce Season 13 for the Charleston Jazz Orchestra (CJO). 2021 CJO Season 13 will feature a lineup of performances to include a musical timeline of the history…
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All Kinds of Heroes
October 22, 2020
By Tammy Davis Part Three of a Series on the Life of American Hero Major James Capers, Jr. Part Two here. He finally convinced the girl of his dreams…
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Prime & Prim Studio of the Arts
October 20, 2020
Prime & Prim Studio of the Arts was founded in 2013 by former model and entrepreneur, Shaka Pope. With a Master’s degree in Organizational Change and Leadership from Columbia College…
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Cola Concerts announces initial lineup of shows at Columbia Speedway Entertainment Center
October 20, 2020
Tickets To Go On Sale Friday, October 23 at 10:00 AM Cola Concerts is bringing music back to Columbia with a star studded lineup to kick off the new series…
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Doko, the film festival for high schoolers, goes all-virtual for 2021
October 20, 2020
In its third year, the Doko Film Fest is going completely virtual. The film competition for students aged 14 to 18 – the first such event for high school-aged filmmakers…
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S.C. Arts Commission grants eclipsed $5.5 million in FY20
October 19, 2020
• Emergency relief assisted 346 artists and arts organizations • Grants distributed in 44 counties In recently completed FY2020, South Carolina Arts Commission grants totaling $5.59 million went out into…
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Strange, Promising Life Forms
October 19, 2020
By Tom Poland Here I am biking along a nature trail, when a juvenile delinquent squirrel shoots across my path with a cigarette in his mouth, only it wasn’t…
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CAE’s first Art in the Airport featured artist, Chris Garvey, unveils exhibit at Airport
October 15, 2020
The Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) unveiled an exhibit by the first Art in the Airport featured artist, Chris Garvey. The exhibit is currently on display in the connector – the…
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Ninth South Carolina Cultural District approved in Camden
October 14, 2020
S.C. Arts Commission board votes unanimously for approval The city of Camden was awarded the ninth South Carolina Cultural District today by a unanimous vote of the South Carolina Arts…
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Artist Minute – Roberto Cortez, Visual Artist and Restaurant Owner
October 13, 2020
The Who’s on the Move, UpstateBizSC, 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…
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Columbia Museum of Art adds 5 works by African American artists to collection
October 12, 2020
The Columbia Museum of Art announces a series of exciting purchases in the past year of works by contemporary African American artists — Sanford Biggers, Kwame Brathwaite, Elizabeth Catlett, Sam…
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Pumpkin Carving Contests and Erin Brockovich’s Bosom
October 12, 2020
By Tammy Davis Back in its hay day, The State newspaper hosted an annual pumpkin-carving contest for employees. I’m crafty and clever but could never win a prize. One…
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The Epitome Of Elegance
October 12, 2020
By Tom Poland Not that many years ago I wrote about Cape Romain Refuge in Aida Roger’s original trend-setting volume, State of the Heart South Carolina Writers on the…
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Mary Poppins returns to Town Theatre
October 11, 2020
After a 6-month hiatus, WE’RE BACK! Mary Poppins will return to the Town Theatre stage October 23 through November 14. Tickets will be available starting Wednesday, October 14 at 12…
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Picnic in the Park with Town and Forest Acres
October 9, 2020There’s nothing better than great music and great company – in the BEST neighborhood around! This month Town Theatre will present three mini-concerts by some fantastic performers that have graced…
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Masks, A Review
October 8, 2020
By Tammy Davis Part Eleven of the Corona Chronicles Before Corona, I loved writing reviews about movies, restaurants, and concerts. I never thought I would write a review…
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Down South – Sheltering Along The Back Roads
October 8, 2020
By Tom Poland March 13, 2020 seems an eternity ago. That day my niece, Benton, got an unwelcome big 4-O birthday gift—a national emergency courtesy of COVID-19. “How lucky…
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Columbia Film Society welcomes Dr. Thaddeus Jones to team
October 7, 2020
The Columbia Film Society announced the hiring of Dr. Thaddeus Jones Jr. as Director of Programming. Jones will lead film programming for the Nickelodeon Theatre and direct the Indie Grits…
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Spoleto’s discussion series, Exploring Omar, continues this fall with eight installments through 2021
October 7, 2020
Free virtual discussions kick off Spoleto ETC (Engaging the Community) programming, including a partnership with the Charleston County Library for three book talks Spoleto Festival USA announces the continuation of…
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Richland Library celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with online concert
October 5, 2020
Richland Library is recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month with a musical tour through Latin America. Join us for Evening Arts: Latin Caravan from 7 – 8 p.m., Friday, October 9 on…
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Live Jazz + Firefly Cocktails + Lowcountry scenery
October 2, 2020
Limited number of tickets available for the CJO live performances at Firefly Distillery CHARLESTON, SC – For the remaining 2020 Charleston Jazz Orchestra Season 12 performances, Charleston Jazz, REV Federal…
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Remembering 911
October 1, 2020
By Tammy Davis The Museum Came to Us Any other year, I would have taken the kids on a field trip to the museum. In 2020, the museum had…
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Shelter Rock, Rock of Ages
September 30, 2020
By Tom Poland DATELINE NORTHERN LINCOLN COUNTY—Boulders loom over land, gray and long like sperm whales. One, like some stallion’s back, seems ready for a colossal saddle. Massive rocks…
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Transitions Homeless Center announces 9th annual Reconstructing Home art show and auction
September 30, 2020
Transitions Homeless Center’s signature fundraiser, Reconstructing Home, is going virtual! Beginning October 1, 2020, at 12:00 pm, over 100 items will be going up for auction, including a showcase of…
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Show off your Stats! Using your organization’s data to create visual content
September 29, 2020
By Stephanie Heikkila Holman NP Strategy There’s something comforting about numbers, whether it’s the way they gently guide us to sleep as children counting sheep in our beds or…
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From social media to art exhibit: Lander University’s Doug McAbee has starring role
September 28, 2020Have you ever wondered what it would be like to star in the painting of a famous artist? The “stay-at-home” days of the COVID-19 pandemic led Lander University artist Doug…
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Artist Minute – Gavin Smith, Trombone
September 24, 2020
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 the…
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Richland Library’s next artist-in-residence brings photojournalism into focus
September 23, 2020
A local artist who aims to facilitate real dialogue by capturing moments in time through a camera lens is sharing his talents with Richland Library over the next three months.…
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Lockdown Comes To Town, Part Three
September 23, 2020
By Tom Poland The Bistro’s Before & During Tale Some Normalcy Returns I stopped by on another Friday evening. A cloudless evening gave the Bistro On The Boulevard’s columns…
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A Mess On My Hands, Part Two
September 23, 2020
By Tammy Davis A Story About The Volunteers Who Helped Clean Up Columbia’s Big Mess Part Two in a Series, Looking Back at the Thousand Year Flood The…
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Lockdown Comes To Town, Part Two
September 23, 2020
By Tom Poland The Bistro’s Before & During Tale Restaurants Close First A lot of moving parts make up a restaurant. Operating a restaurant is complex. Bistro On The…
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Richland Library releases 25th edition of Kids in Print
September 21, 2020
Showcasing the talents of young people across the Midlands, Richland Library is releasing its annual literary magazine, Kids in Print 2020, and marking a special anniversary with the 25th edition.…
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Freeway Music School expands virtual services, offers scholarships
September 21, 2020
Columbia, South Carolina’s locally owned, premier music school — has launched new virtual and socially distanced technique lessons, showcases, recitals, studio time and music videos, along with new scholarships, positively…
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Artist Minute – John Pursley, Poet
September 17, 2020
The Who’s on the Move, UpstateBizSC, 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…
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Greenville artist Adam Schrimmer wins bid to create mural for the City of Laurens
September 17, 2020
Adam Schrimmer, lead artist and owner of Blank Canvas Mural Company in Greenville, South Carolina has won the bid to design and paint the first mural for the City of Laurens,…
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Looking Back – The Day Columbia Flooded, Part One
September 16, 2020
By Tammy Davis Part One in a Series About the 2015 Thousand Year Flood The Thousand Year Flood hit five years ago. Hard to believe. The first time…
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