On the Move
2025-03-25 06:30 - 07:30 (America/New_York)
On the Move with Riverbanks Zoo
by Richland Library Eastover
Tuesday, March 25th @10:30am
All Ages — FREE
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.

Can you swim like a fish? Slither like a snake?

Join a Riverbanks Zoo educator in exploring animal movement with kids as they hop, crawl, and wiggle their way through a story, song, and activities.
More info on this event and other calendar events through the library can be found HERE.

Homeschool Huddle
2025-03-26 06:00 - 07:00
Homeschool Huddle
by Richland Library Main
Wednesday, March 26th @10am
FREE — All Ages
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Welcome homeschool families! Meet and connect with other homeschoolers and learn more about library resources to help your homeschooling journey. Come with questions and ideas to share.
More info HERE!

Homeschool Mornings on the Farm
2025-03-26 06:30 - 09:00
Mornings on the Farm
by Outside Inn Campground
Wednesday, March 26th @10:30am
All Ages — $10
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Welcome to Homeschool Farm Days!
Join us for a fun and educational morning designed especially for homeschooling families! Our “Homeschool Mornings” offer a hands-on experience where children can learn about farm life, interact with our friendly animals, and enjoy time outdoors in a natural setting.
Kids will have the opportunity to pet and snuggle with our animals, discover interesting facts about their care, and explore our beautiful farm. It’s the perfect way to combine education with a love for nature and animals.
Come spend a morning with us at Outside Inn, where learning meets adventure in the great outdoors!
Things to note:

Adult chaperones are free and must stay with their kids for the entire event.
Kids under 3 must be with their adult at all times.
Older kids can explore approved areas with parental permission. These include the game areas, garden and walking trails.
We will take kids through the animal enclosures; It can get dirty, so please dress appropriately
We are also a campground, so please do not disturb campers while enjoying the farm

Event Location: 1074 Woolbright Rd, Santee, SC 29142
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to experience farm life up close. See you there!
Get your tickets HERE!

Let Grow Play Club: March
2025-03-26 08:30 - 10:30 | In Person
Let Grow Play Club: March
by Cola City Homeschoolers
Wednesday, March 26, 12-2:30 pm
FREE — All ages
This activity *IS* hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers, but there is no sign up necessary. Just show up but there is a sign up form so we can send you a reminder about the location details each week.
This is not just another playground meet-up group. It’s a new kind of play program. Intentionally designed to foster independence, social development, problem solving–for all ages (especially 8+). Families with younger siblings are also welcome, though.
We hope to see this grow and expand to more projects and activities thru the fall to develop interpersonal connections as well as personal agency. We’re meeting up on every other WEDNESDAY.
Let Grow Play Club WEDNESDAYS 12:30-2:30 pm now thru May
Location: Owens Field Park, 1401 Jim Hamilton Blvd, Columbia
Bring: yard games, balls/frisbies, bubbles, nerf blasters, sidewalk chalk, table games/activities, scooters, skate boards, bikes.
Parents also bring beach chairs, sunscreen, bottled water and snacks.
For more information about the “Let Grow” initiative, Click HERE
Contact Kim with any questions or to brainstorm ideas: colacityinfo@gmail.com
Call or Text if you get lost along the way: 803-307-4880

Plant & Animal Homes
2025-03-27 09:00 - 11:00
Homeschool Days: Plant & Animal Homes
by SC Botanical Gardens
Thursday or Friday, March 27th-28th @1pm or 10am
All Ages — $12
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Themes change each month, and presentations and activities are designed for children ages 5 and up. Please register ALL children that will be present in the classroom, and limit adult attendance to 1 per household, as space is limited. Register at least 2 days in advance.Please note that class times and days of week below vary.
Fee: $12 per child/class
OR $40 per child/ 4-class series (Choose either Thursday, 2/27 or Friday, 2/28, click “Buy Tickets” and select series option)
Location: Conference Center, lower level
Thursday, Feb 27 at 1-2:30 pm : Winter Survival Strategies
Friday, Feb. 28 at 10-11:30 am: Winter Survival Strategies
Thursday, Mar. 27 at 1-2:30 pm: Plant & Animal Homes
Friday, Mar. 28 at 10-11:30 am: Plant & Animal Homes
Thursday, Apr. 24 at 1-3:00 pm: SC Regions & Ecosystems
Friday, Apr 25 at 10-12:00 pm: SC Regions & Ecosystems
Wednesday, May 21 at 1-2:30 pm: Nature Narratives (ELA)
Thursday, May 22 at 10-11:30 am: Nature Narratives (ELA)

Refund requests may be subject to processing fees.

SCBG Members, please remember to enter your FRIENDS discount code at the time of checkout, as there is no way to apply it retroactively.

Find tickets and reserve your spot HERE!

Read Freely Fest
2025-03-28 15:00 - 2025-03-30 12:00
Read Freely Fest
by Richland Library
March 28th-30th @7pm
FREE — All Ages
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Read Freely Fest, South Carolina’s new book festival, is free to attend and will take place March 28-30 at Richland Library’s Main location in downtown Columbia, SC. The festival features bestselling author talks, panels with emerging voices, performances, and interactive activities. Over the weekend, you’ll have the chance to meet your favorite authors, discover new reads, and connect with readers and writers offering enlightening perspectives.
See you at Read Freely Fest, where stories find good company.
Learn more at: https://www.readfreelyfest.com/

Play on the Plaza
2025-03-29 06:00 - 09:00
Play on the Plaza
by Columbia Museum of Art
Saturday, March 29th @10am
All Ages — FREE
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Come on out to Boyd Plaza and play with the CMA! Join us every Saturday this spring to build and create with colorful building materials, perfect for guests of all ages and abilities. Try a design challenge or use your imagination to tap into your engineering ingenuity. This Saturday, join the Betsy Blackmon Dance Company (formerly USC Dance) and The Joffrey Ballet for drop-in classes for dancers of all ages and abilities. Free.
This family-friendly event may be canceled in the case of inclement weather.
More info can be found HERE!

Let Grow Play Club: April
2025-04-02 08:30 - 10:30 | In Person
Let Grow Play Club: April
by Cola City Homeschoolers
Wednesday, April 2, 12-2:30 pm
FREE — All ages
This activity *IS* hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers, but there is no sign up necessary. Just show up but there is a sign up form so we can send you a reminder about the location details each week.
This is not just another playground meet-up group. It’s a new kind of play program. Intentionally designed to foster independence, social development, problem solving–for all ages (especially 8+). Families with younger siblings are also welcome, though.
We hope to see this grow and expand to more projects and activities thru the fall to develop interpersonal connections as well as personal agency. We’re meeting up on every other WEDNESDAY.
Let Grow Play Club WEDNESDAYS 12:30-2:30 pm now thru May
This Week’s Location: Owens Field Park, 1401 Jim Hamilton Blvd, Columbia
We will be doing shadow art drawings. Supplies will be provided, but you can also BYO sidewalk chalk, crayons, poster board, cardboard and figurines.
See examples here: https://kidsactivitiesblog.com/137133/how-to-make-shadow-art-with-kids/
Bring: yard games, balls/frisbies, bubbles, nerf blasters, sidewalk chalk, table games/activities, scooters, skate boards, bikes.
Parents also bring beach chairs, sunscreen, bottled water and snacks.
For more information about the “Let Grow” initiative, Click HERE
Contact Kim with any questions or to brainstorm ideas: colacityinfo@gmail.com
Call or Text if you get lost along the way: 803-307-4880

Homeschool Game Day: April
2025-04-04 08:00 - 10:00 | In Person
Homeschool Day
by Firefly Toys & Games
First Friday of the Month
All Ages — Free
Note: This is not a Cola City Event. We are meeting up there–so keep an eye out for other Cola City connections!
This free event is the First Friday of the month from 12-2pm. Open to all ages. Located at Firefly Toys & Games, 736 Saint Andrews Rd Ste C, Columbia, SC
Firefly staff will be highlighting and teaching educational board games which cover a range of subjects, such as: Math, Science, Geography, Chemistry and many more.
Use games for education; come learn about it.
And look for other Cola City Homeschoolers! We’re scheduling this as a meet-up time/location for our “Let Grow Club” initiative.
NOTE: Firefly is hosting a DnD tutorial for beginners for anyone who wants to learn Dungeons and Dragons. All Ages!

Into the Woods Jr
2025-04-04 15:00 - 2025-04-06 11:00
Into the Woods Jr
by ICRC Children’s Theater
April 4-6th @3pm &7pm
All Ages — $10
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
ICRC Children’s Theatre presents Into the Woods Jr.Located at Dutch Fork High SchoolShow times are:Friday, April 4 at 7:00pmSaturday, April 5 at 3:00 and 7:00pmSunday, April 6 at 3:00pmTickets can be purchased athttps://www.icrc.net/tickets
More info HERE!

Homeschool Mornings on the Farm
2025-04-09 06:30 - 09:00
Mornings on the Farm
by Outside Inn Campground
Wednesday, April 9th @10:30am
All Ages — $10
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Welcome to Homeschool Farm Days!
Join us for a fun and educational morning designed especially for homeschooling families! Our “Homeschool Mornings” offer a hands-on experience where children can learn about farm life, interact with our friendly animals, and enjoy time outdoors in a natural setting.
Kids will have the opportunity to pet and snuggle with our animals, discover interesting facts about their care, and explore our beautiful farm. It’s the perfect way to combine education with a love for nature and animals.
Come spend a morning with us at Outside Inn, where learning meets adventure in the great outdoors!
Things to note:

Adult chaperones are free and must stay with their kids for the entire event.
Kids under 3 must be with their adult at all times.
Older kids can explore approved areas with parental permission. These include the game areas, garden and walking trails.
We will take kids through the animal enclosures; It can get dirty, so please dress appropriately
We are also a campground, so please do not disturb campers while enjoying the farm

Event Location: 1074 Woolbright Rd, Santee, SC 29142
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to experience farm life up close. See you there!
Get your tickets HERE!

Common Ground: Escape Rooms
2025-04-09 08:30 - 10:30 | In Person
Common Ground: Escape Room Puzzles
April 9 from 12:30-2:30pm
At UU Congregation
All Ages — $5/participant
The Common Ground Collective is a space for students and parents to come together, connect, and grow. In a world often divided by differences, our mission is to create a joyful and supportive community where we celebrate what makes us unique and discover the common ground that unites us all.
This week we’re solving Escape Room Puzzles. It’s a team building, community building activity for ages 9+, but all ages can participate. Bring your logic and problem solving!
We’re asking for $5 contribution toward the overhead costs of the facility. If you have multiple children or the cost is prohibitive, pay what you can afford–and come anyway. We’d rather you come out and play, than stay home. Please sign up so we know how many participants are coming!
Location: Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Columbia, 2701 Heyward St, Columbia, SC 29205
Look for Kim to greet you. Text and/or call if you get lost along the way 803-307-4880
Sign up here to reserve your space:

Youth Conservation Poster Contest
2025-04-11 13:00 | In Person
Home is Where the Habitat Is
by Richland Co. Soil/Water Conservation
deadline: Friday, April 11
K5-12th grade — FREE
Note: This is not a Cola City activity. But, we are eligible as a school in Richland County, if you want to participate.
Richland County students are invited to design a habitat awareness poster highlighting the diversity and importance of natural and managed habitats. Each poster must include the words “Home is Where the Habitat is” in the poster design.
Posters submitted by Friday, April 11, 2025 will be eligible for prizes at the local, state, and national levels.
A habitat is the unique environment where an organism lives, from tiny rock pools to vast forests. The 2025 Stewardship theme, “Home is Where the Habitat is,” highlights the role of both natural and managed habitats in our conservation efforts. When we take care of the habitats where animals and plants live, we are promising them a safe home to grow and live happily. This keeps everything in nature working well together, like a big team where everyone has an important job. When the team works well, our planet stays healthy and beautiful.
HOW TO ENTER:
1. Learn more about different types of habitats. Why are
habitats important? How does conserving habitats support
biodiversity and maintain ecological balance?
2. Create a design that illustrates the importance of habitats. Include the words “Home is Where the Habitat is” in the poster design. The recommended paper size
is 11″ x 17″. Posters in any size 8.5″ x 11″ or larger are
accepted. Use markers, crayons, colored pencils, paint, or
other flat media to make it colorful!
3. Attach a completed entry form to the back of your poster. Submit your poster to the Richland Soil and Water Conservation District by Friday, April 11, 2025. Contest
winners will receive cash prizes!
Contact
Richland Soil and Water Conservation District
2020 Hampton Street, Room 3063A
Columbia, SC 29204
Phone (803) 576-5464
Fax (803) 576-2088
E-mail soilandwater@richlandcountysc.gov
Facebook www.facebook.com/rswcd
Instagram www.instagram.com/richland_swcd/

Let Grow Play Club: April
2025-04-16 08:30 - 10:30 | In Person
Let Grow Play Club: April
by Cola City Homeschoolers
Wednesday, April 16, 12-2:30 pm
FREE — All ages
This activity *IS* hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers, but there is no sign up necessary. Just show up but there is a sign up form so we can send you a reminder about the location details each week.
This is not just another playground meet-up group. It’s a new kind of play program. Intentionally designed to foster independence, social development, problem solving–for all ages (especially 8+). Families with younger siblings are also welcome, though.
We hope to see this grow and expand to more projects and activities thru the fall to develop interpersonal connections as well as personal agency. We’re meeting up on every other WEDNESDAY.
Let Grow Play Club WEDNESDAYS 12:30-2:30 pm now thru May
This Week’s Location: Owens Field Park, 1401 Jim Hamilton Blvd, Columbia
Bring: yard games, balls/frisbies, bubbles, nerf blasters, sidewalk chalk, table games/activities, scooters, skate boards, bikes.
Parents also bring beach chairs, sunscreen, bottled water and snacks.
For more information about the “Let Grow” initiative, Click HERE
Contact Kim with any questions or to brainstorm ideas: colacityinfo@gmail.com
Call or Text if you get lost along the way: 803-307-4880

Easter Egg Hunt @ Fort Jackson
2025-04-19 06:00 - 08:00
Easter Egg Hunt
by Fort Jackson Outdoor Recreation
Saturday, April 19th @10am
All Ages
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Come join us for this festive event.• Egg Hunt for Kids• Inflatables• Over +2000 Eggs• Find Golden Ticket• BYOB (Bring your Own Basket or Bag)For details call 803-751-3484
More info HERE

Hidden Creek Stables Spring Fling
2025-04-19 07:00 - 12:00
Spring Fling
by Hidden Creek Stables
Saturday, April 19th @11am
All Ages — $5-15
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Hop on over to our Spring Fling for some Easter fun!
•Egg Hunt•Animal Encounters•Hayride•inflatables•Food trucks•Vendors
Wristbands available for purchase at the event
More info HERE!

Homeschool Huddle
2025-04-23 06:00 - 07:00
Homeschool Huddle
by Richland Library Main
Wednesday, April 23rd @10am
FREE — All Ages
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Welcome homeschool families! Meet and connect with other homeschoolers and learn more about library resources to help your homeschooling journey. Come with questions and ideas to share.
More info HERE!

Reader's Theater
2025-04-23 08:30 - 10:30 | In Person
Common Ground: Reader’s Theater
April 23 from 12:30-2:30pm
At UU Congregation
All Ages — $5/participant
NOTE: This event has been cancelled due to low response/not enough registrations. If you’re interested in these kinds of facilitated activities, please be sure to pre-register so we can prepare supplies.
The Common Ground Collective is a space for students and parents to come together, connect, and grow. In a world often divided by differences, our mission is to create a joyful and supportive community where we celebrate what makes us unique and discover the common ground that unites us all.
This week we’re doing Reader’s Theater. Participants are given the opportunity to perform a script together. Reader’s Theater gives students the chance to practice reading aloud, and practice reading with fluency and expression.
One of the most enjoyable ways to help students comprehend stories they read is to have them act it out, using strategies for prompting oral development, plus team effort and collaboration! Geared for ages 9+, but younger readers may also participate.
We’re asking for $5 contribution toward the overhead costs of the facility. If you have multiple children or the cost is prohibitive, pay what you can afford–and come anyway. We’d rather you come out and play, than stay home. Please sign up so we know how many participants are coming!
Location: Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Columbia, 2701 Heyward St, Columbia, SC 29205
Look for Kim to greet you. Text and/or call if you get lost along the way 803-307-4880
Registration is Closed for this event. Sign up for the next session:
Science Share Fair on May 7 at 12:30, located at UU Congregation

SC Regions & Ecosystems
2025-04-24 09:00 - 11:00
Homeschool Days: SC Regions & Ecosystems
by SC Botanical Gardens
Thursday or Friday, April 24th-25th @1pm or 10am
All Ages — $12
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.

Themes change each month, and presentations and activities are designed for children ages 5 and up. Please register ALL children that will be present in the classroom, and limit adult attendance to 1 per household, as space is limited. Register at least 2 days in advance.Please note that class times and days of week below vary.

Fee: $12 per child/classOR $40 per child/ 4-class series (Choose either Thursday, 2/27 or Friday, 2/28, click “Buy Tickets” and select series option)Location: Conference Center, lower levelThursday, Feb 27 at 1-2:30 pm : Winter Survival StrategiesFriday, Feb. 28 at 10-11:30 am: Winter Survival Strategies

Thursday, Mar. 27 at 1-2:30 pm: Plant & Animal HomesFriday, Mar. 28 at 10-11:30 am: Plant & Animal Homes

Thursday, Apr. 24 at 1-3:00 pm: SC Regions & EcosystemsFriday, Apr 25 at 10-12:00 pm: SC Regions & Ecosystems

Wednesday, May 21 at 1-2:30 pm: Nature Narratives (ELA)Thursday, May 22 at 10-11:30 am: Nature Narratives (ELA)

Refund requests may be subject to processing fees.

SCBG Members, please remember to enter your FRIENDS discount code at the time of checkout, as there is no way to apply it retroactively.

Find tickets and reserve your spot HERE!

Let Grow Play Club: April
2025-04-30 08:30 - 10:30 | In Person
Let Grow Play Club: April
by Cola City Homeschoolers
Wednesday, April 30, 12-2:30 pm
FREE — All ages
This activity *IS* hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers, but there is no sign up necessary. Just show up but there is a sign up form so we can send you a reminder about the location details each week.
This is not just another playground meet-up group. It’s a new kind of play program. Intentionally designed to foster independence, social development, problem solving–for all ages (especially 8+). Families with younger siblings are also welcome, though.
We hope to see this grow and expand to more projects and activities thru the fall to develop interpersonal connections as well as personal agency. We’re meeting up on every other WEDNESDAY.
Let Grow Play Club WEDNESDAYS 12:30-2:30 pm now thru May
This Week’s Location NOTE CHANGE–it’s getting hot outside so we need more shade: Grandby Gardens Park, 1800 12th St, Cayce, SC 29033. (note: GPS sometimes pulls up Grandby Park downtown instead. Try also Cayce Town Hall at 1800 12th Street, Cayce).
This week is a free play–explore the creek!
Bring: yard games, balls/frisbies, bubbles, nerf blasters, sidewalk chalk, table games/activities, scooters, skate boards, bikes.
Parents also bring beach chairs, sunscreen, bottled water and snacks.
For more information about the “Let Grow” initiative, Click HERE
Contact Kim with any questions or to brainstorm ideas: colacityinfo@gmail.com
Call or Text if you get lost along the way: 803-307-4880

Homeschool Game Day: May
2025-05-02 08:00 - 10:00 | In Person
Homeschool Day
by Firefly Toys & Games
First Friday of the Month
All Ages — Free
Note: This is not a Cola City Event. We are meeting up there–so keep an eye out for other Cola City connections!
This free event is the First Friday of the month from 12-2pm. Open to all ages. Located at Firefly Toys & Games, 736 Saint Andrews Rd Ste C, Columbia, SC
Firefly staff will be highlighting and teaching educational board games which cover a range of subjects, such as: Math, Science, Geography, Chemistry and many more.
Use games for education; come learn about it.
And look for other Cola City Homeschoolers! We’re scheduling this as a meet-up time/location for our “Let Grow Club” initiative.

Relay For Life 2025
2025-05-02 14:00 - 18:00
Relay For Life 2025
by Relay for Life of the Midlands
Friday, May 2nd @6pm
All Ages — FREE
Notes: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Don’t Stop Believin’ For A Cure!Join us for the 40th Anniversary of Relay For Life, 80’s style! Create a team, walk the survivor or caregiver lap, light a candle in the luminary to celebrate or remember someone special, family activities, kid zone, food vendors, live music & more!
Teams & Survivors Register at:
https://secure.acsevents.org/site/STR?pg=entry&fr_id=109749
More info HERE!

Lemonade Day 2025
2025-05-03 05:00 - 13:00
Lemonade Day 2025
by Icehouse Ampitheater
Saturday, May 3rd @9am
All Ages
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Join us for Lemonade Day Lexington 2025, where we empower the next generation of young entrepreneurs to dream big, set goals, and run their very own lemonade stands. Register now and don’t miss this amazing opportunity for kids to learn business skills, financial literacy, and the value of hard work—all while having a blast!
More info about this event and registration HERE!

Science Share Fair
2025-05-07 08:30 - 10:30 | In Person
Science Share Fair
By Cola City Common Ground Club
Wednesday, May 7 at 12:30
All Ages — $5/space
This is a fun twist on Show and Tell. Rather than stand up in front of a group to do a one-off presentation. Participants will set up a table/presentation area for on-going short presentations/demonstrations in a “fair” format. Participants will have designated presentation time, then also time to mingle as viewers/observers while others are presenting.
It’s a great chance to show off something that you have already learned in any topic of Science: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Earth Science, Natural Sciences, Astronomy, Environmental Science.
We recommend projects that are hands-on, interactive demonstrations or have samples, hand-outs, give-aways. You can do something that includes the scientific method, if you want, but it’s not required.
All participants will get a prize and certificate. There will not be judges to evaluate. This is a fun way to “tell others” something that you learned. You can do individual projects/presentations or buddy up with siblings or friends for your presentations.
Bring your presentation/project and your own table/display. We will set up between 12:30-1 pm. Presentation shifts will begin at after everyone is set up.
Questions? Contact Kim at colacityinfo@gmail.com. Text and call if you need to reach us last minute.
Sign up here to reserve your space:

Play Club: May
2025-05-14 08:30 - 10:30 | In Person
Let Grow Play Club: May
by Cola City Homeschoolers
Wednesday, May 14, 12:30-2:30 pm
FREE — All ages
This activity *IS* hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers, but there is no sign up necessary. Just show up but there is a sign up form so we can send you a reminder about the location details each week.
This is not just another playground meet-up group. It’s a new kind of play program. Intentionally designed to foster independence, social development, problem solving–for all ages (especially 8+). Families with younger siblings are also welcome, though.
We hope to see this grow and expand to more projects and activities thru the fall to develop interpersonal connections as well as personal agency. We’re meeting up on every other WEDNESDAY.
Let Grow Play Club WEDNESDAYS 12:30-2:30 pm now thru May
This Week’s Location NOTE CHANGE–it’s getting hot outside so we need more shade: Grandby Gardens Park, 1800 12th St, Cayce, SC 29033. (note: GPS sometimes pulls up Grandby Park downtown instead. Try also Cayce Town Hall at 1800 12th Street, Cayce).
This week is a free play–explore the creek!
Due to INCLEMENT WEATHER, location is moved to Richland Library, Downtown. Come to the children’s room/teen room level. Parking is free in the lower lot on Park Street, the sidewalk entrance directly to that level so you can avoid the construction going on with the escalator.
Bring: yard games, balls/frisbies, bubbles, nerf blasters, sidewalk chalk, table games/activities. Bring: Indoor/Table games and/or crafts. Explore the activities in the children’s room or teens only area.
Parents also bring beach chairs, sunscreen, bottled water and snacks. Bring your actitivity ideas for the summer/fall meet-ups.
For more information about the “Let Grow” initiative, Click HERE
Contact Kim with any questions or to brainstorm ideas: colacityinfo@gmail.com
Call or Text if you get lost along the way: 803-307-4880

Sports Extravaganza
2025-05-16 06:00 - 10:00 | In Person
***Note: This event is endorsed by Cola City Homeschoolers. Register directly with ABC Fitness, click HERE
Homeschool Sports Extravaganza Registration

When: Friday, May 16, 2025

Time: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Event Address: Sesquicentennial Park – 9564 Two Notch Rd, Columbia, SC 29223 (Shelter 1) Contact for more info: (803) 348-3235

Thank you for registering for our 2nd annual ABC Kids Homeschool Sports Extravaganza! We are looking forward to a day filled with fun activities for you and your family. Please note that there is an admission fee to enter the park – prices are:

5 & under – free

6-15 – $3.50

Adults – $6

Seniors 65+ $3.75

This FREE event is open to all, however we do ask for your support to help make this event truly amazing. To make this event even more amazing, we need more volunteers. If you register, we kindly ask that you commit to assisting in some capacity if needed. Additional details will be sent to all participants.

Volunteer Opportunities: We’re looking for enthusiastic helpers to lead small groups or assist at activity stations. Or even just assisting with yourh child’s group. No planning required—just bring your energy!

If you would like to support us beyond volunteering and make a finacial contribution, you may do that as well. Regardless if you’re able to volunteer or support us finacially, you are making a difference by just being present and engaging, and we appreciate you for that!

We have reserved a shelter for this event which will be Shelter 1, near the big field. This is where our field day events will take place. Our activities will include station events, team games, lunch (bring a lunch), and the splash pad. Please contact me ahead of time if you have any further questions. Thanks and we’ll see you there!

Register directly with ABC Fitness, click HERE

Homeschool Mornings on the Farm
2025-05-16 06:30 - 09:00
Mornings on the Farm
by Outside Inn Campground
Friday, May 16th @10:30am
All Ages — $10
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Welcome to Homeschool Farm Days!
Join us for a fun and educational morning designed especially for homeschooling families! Our “Homeschool Mornings” offer a hands-on experience where children can learn about farm life, interact with our friendly animals, and enjoy time outdoors in a natural setting.
Kids will have the opportunity to pet and snuggle with our animals, discover interesting facts about their care, and explore our beautiful farm. It’s the perfect way to combine education with a love for nature and animals.
Come spend a morning with us at Outside Inn, where learning meets adventure in the great outdoors!
Things to note:

Adult chaperones are free and must stay with their kids for the entire event.
Kids under 3 must be with their adult at all times.
Older kids can explore approved areas with parental permission. These include the game areas, garden and walking trails.
We will take kids through the animal enclosures; It can get dirty, so please dress appropriately
We are also a campground, so please do not disturb campers while enjoying the farm

Event Location: 1074 Woolbright Rd, Santee, SC 29142
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to experience farm life up close. See you there!
Get your tickets HERE!

Kindergarten Graduation
2025-05-17 06:00 - 08:00 | In Person
Kindergarten Graduation & Milestone Awards
By SC TOP Association
Saturday, May 17 at 10am-noon
$10/participant
Note: This is *NOT* a Cola City Event, but it is open to any homeschoolers. You don’t have to be a member of SC TOP. Click here to sign up directly for the Milestone Awards Program
Celebrate the important milestones you’ve accomplished this year! We invite all SC TOP members to participate in this celebration of learning!

Kindergarten Graduation or
Completing the 1st year of Homeschooling at any grade level
5th Grade and 8th Grade Graduation
Any other Milestone acomplishment or grade level promotion

We’ll compile a promo video that you can share with your friends and family. We’ll also have a fun presentation with minute-to-win-it games and award certificates for all participants. Located at St. David’s Lutheran Church (Gym) 132 St Davids Church Rd, West Columbia, SC 29170
Note: This non-religious, informal program — uniquely homeschool. Caps/gowns are optional. You’ll be inspired, encouraged and empowered for next year!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER by MAY 7th

Movies & Popcorn
2025-05-21 08:30 - 10:30
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Movies & Popcorn
By Cola City Common Ground Club
Wednesday, May 21 at 12:30
All Ages — $5/student
Last meet-up of Common Ground Club for spring session. Now is a great chance to jump in and start thinking about Summer and Fall plans going forward!
We’ll be watching Milo & Otis. Popcorn will be provided. Bring your own snacks/beverages. Also, bring your own beach chairs or blankets if you want to have a more comfortable viewing position.
The movie is appropriate for all ages. Rated G. Click here for teaching guide to prepare or follow up with your students.
Summary: Milo is a farm kitten. Otis, his friend, is a farmyard puppy. A river runs by the farm and there is a dock where Milo and Otis play. One day, when they are playing hide-and-seek, Milo hides in a wooden box floating near the dock. Suddenly, the box gets carried away in the current. Otis follows on shore trying to rescue Milo but the river takes the frightened kitten far from the farm. This film is the story of their friendship, their adventures, and how they grow up and return to the farm with their own families.
Benefits and talking points: “The Adventures of Milo and Otis” has excellent developmental and moral lessons including: loyalty among friends, devotion to family, tolerance among people, risks/responsibilities.
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Nature Narratives
2025-05-21 09:00 - 11:00
Homeschool Days: Nature Narratives
by SC Botanical Gardens
Wed or Thurs, May 21st-22nd @1pm or 10am
All Ages — $12
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event

Themes change each month, and presentations and activities are designed for children ages 5 and up. Please register ALL children that will be present in the classroom, and limit adult attendance to 1 per household, as space is limited. Register at least 2 days in advance.Please note that class times and days of week below vary.

Fee: $12 per child/classOR $40 per child/ 4-class series (Choose either Thursday, 2/27 or Friday, 2/28, click “Buy Tickets” and select series option)Location: Conference Center, lower levelThursday, Feb 27 at 1-2:30 pm : Winter Survival StrategiesFriday, Feb. 28 at 10-11:30 am: Winter Survival Strategies

Thursday, Mar. 27 at 1-2:30 pm: Plant & Animal HomesFriday, Mar. 28 at 10-11:30 am: Plant & Animal Homes

Thursday, Apr. 24 at 1-3:00 pm: SC Regions & EcosystemsFriday, Apr 25 at 10-12:00 pm: SC Regions & Ecosystems

Wednesday, May 21 at 1-2:30 pm: Nature Narratives (ELA)Thursday, May 22 at 10-11:30 am: Nature Narratives (ELA)

Refund requests may be subject to processing fees.

SCBG Members, please remember to enter your FRIENDS discount code at the time of checkout, as there is no way to apply it retroactively.

Find tickets and reserve your spot HERE!
