Town Theatre Pop Up Camp: Let's Tap!
2024-06-12 09:00 - 16:00 UTC
Pop Up Camp: Let’s Tap!
by Town Theatre
Wednesday, June 12th @9am & 1pm
All Ages — $40
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Let’s Tap! (A One Day Tap Pop Up Camp)
ALL AGES WELCOME
9:00 AM to 12:00 noon AND 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Cost: $40
Get those toes a-tapping in this fun, energy-filled tap intensive. Students of all ages are welcome to spend the day with tappers from the SC Music and Dance Academy. No shoes? No problem! Have years of experience? That’s perfect ~ we’ll take you to the next level. Want to stay all day? Bring your lunch and add on our second session. We’ll have you tapping like a pro! Taught by SC Music and Dance Academy.
Town Theatre is located at 1012 Sumter Street Columbia,SC 29201
Click HERE to register!

Columbia Jr Rollers Derby Camp
2024-06-12 18:30 - 20:00
Roller Derby Summer Camp
by Columbia Junior Rollers
Wednesdays starting June 12th @ 6:30pm
All Ages — $50
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.

Come join us for Summer Camp! Columbia Junior Rollers is hosting a summer camp for those interested in playing roller derby! No experience is necessary and all you need is a mouth guard! We have loaner gear you can borrow until you decide you want your own gear.

Our camp will take place every Wednesday starting June 12th from 6:30pm until 8:00pm. We will teach you how to skate and all the skills that go along with playing roller derby. We’ll also teach you the rules and all about the game!

Pre-register by following this link (link closes June 5th but you can still show up at the rink June 12): https://forms.gle/291WthqnxTsVADRT6

If you have any questions, reach out via messenger or columbiajuniorrollers@gmail.com.

Lexington County Ag+Art Tour
2024-06-15 09:00 - 2024-06-16 16:00
Lexington County Ag+Art Tour
by Clemson Co-op Extension
Saturday & Sunday, June 15-16 @9am
All Ages — FREE
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
The South Carolina Ag + Art Tour is a free, self-guided tour of farms and markets featuring local artisans at every stop! During the tour visitors have the opportunity to see first-hand where their food comes from, watch artists in action and purchase their works, enjoy the melodies of local musicians, and learn more about rural life. The tour is the largest free farm and art tour in the nation with over 85,000 visitors participating since 2012.
With a rich historical background and promises of a strong future, Lexington County provides a diverse community, endless economic opportunities and prosperous growth. Located in the Midlands of South Carolina, Lexington County is known as one of the fastest growing areas in the state and region. As a leader in business and industry, Lexington County provides an outstanding quality of life with a reasonable cost of living. Featuring a temperate climate, convenient location and access to Lake Murray, Lexington County offers exceptional recreational and residential opportunities.
More info and suggested tour routes HERE.

SCDNR: Experimental Archaeology
2024-06-15 10:00 - 12:00
Experimental Archaeology
by SC Department of Natural Resources
Saturday, June 15th @10am
All Ages — FREE
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
The Experimental Archaeology program includes two hands-on activities – Making Cordage and Making a Pump Drill. First, participants will learn how to make simple cordage using raffia. Then, each participant will make their own pump drill using craft supplies. Participants can then test their pump drills by making beads with Smarties® Candy. All crafts can be taken home at the end of the program.
This program is for ages 8 – 18 years old, however, younger children can participate. All supplies for these hands-on activities are provided. The program will take place under a tent in the garden of Parker Annex Archaeology Center. Parents and guardians must remain with minors at all times.
Spots fill up fast, register HERE!
This event is held at Parker Annex Archaeology Center at 2025 Barnwell Street, Columbia, SC

Colonial Congaree Fort Tour
2024-06-15 10:00 - 12:00
Colonial Congaree Fort Tour
by 12,000 Year Park
Saturday, June 15th @10am
All Ages — FREE
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
The 12,000 Year History Park is a unique archeological site in Cayce, South Carolina, where history and nature converge. Over the last 120 centuries, the area has had an array of inhabitants, including mammoths, Native American tribes and Civil War soldiers. It includes earthworks from an 1865 Civil War battle. The park is full of stories and offers something for explorers of all ages.
Guided historical walking tours are offered on Saturdays and Sundays throughout the year. Trained by the National Park Service, our volunteer guides will take you on a walk along this beautiful trail filled with stories of the Battle of Congaree Creek, Fort Congaree and Native American Lifeways. There are also special events including Nature Days and Civil War Encampments.
Currently, the park is collecting donations to build a state of the art visitors center. The building will orient visitors to the site and provide a space to host educational programs for children and adults.
More info found HERE

Lego Camp: Science
2024-06-17 09:00 - 2024-06-20 12:00
Lego Camp: Science
by Brick Zone LLC
Monday, June 17th-20th @9am
All Ages — $110
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
This week’s theme is Science, and is open to all ages from 4+. Activities will include structured play, crafts, outdoor activities (weather permitted), and guided lessons.
Summer camps are open to all ages from 4+. Activities will include guided lessons, structured play, crafts, outdoor activities (weather permitted), and much more.
Cost is $110 per student per week
Camps run Monday through Thursday from 9 am to 12 pm.
Classes are limited to 20 students.
All children should bring a snack and water.
REGISTER HERE!

Esports Camp: Seven Oaks Rocket League
2024-06-17 09:00 - 2024-06-21 15:00
Esports Camp: Seven Oaks Rocket League
by Midlands Gaming Academy
Monday July 17th-21st
All Ages — $175
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
The Midlands Gaming Academy, powered by the Midlands Gaming Coalition, is South Carolina’s premiere E-Sports academy for young adults in the Midlands. This is a focused curriculum build to teach teamwork, communication, and strategic thinking to the younger generation. All coaches are CPR Certified and have had extensive Background Checks to maintain the safety of all students at the Academy. Help us build a brighter future for our community through gaming!

As the first 501(c)(3) nonprofit associated with Video Games to be based in South Carolina, we aim to provide a fun and safe place for communities to enjoy themselves and build relationships with gaming involved. More importantly, we wish to teach the younger generation those Core Principles taught in traditional sports; teamwork, sportsmanship, empathy, leadership, and that you have to win AND lose with grace and humility.
Summer Camp registrations are open now! Click HERE to get your spot. Discounts available for double registrations.

Musical Theatre Bootcamp
2024-06-17 09:00 - 2024-06-21 18:30
Musical Theatre Bootcamp
by Town Theatre
Monday, June 17th – 21st
All Ages — $180
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
It’s one of the most exciting weeks of summer camp at Town – back by popular demand – the Musical Theatre Bootcamp!
Musical Theatre Bootcamp – James and the Giant Peach
Rising K to rising 4th grade
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Cost: $180 for camp session, includes 2 tickets to the showcase and all materials
Students will focus on different aspects of the show, James and the Giant Peach. From scene study to musical numbers incorporating vocals and dance, students will ultimately participate in a showcase featuring their work. Students will work on costume or prop creation as well – making this camp an immersive week in theatre arts bringing the whole musical theatre experience together.
The students will participate in a joint showcase ON THE TOWN THEATRE STAGE on Friday evening, June 21st at 7:00 PM. Cost of camp includes two showcase tickets as well as costume/prop supply cost which will be sent home with the student. Additional $5 tickets will be available for purchase.
Musical Theatre Bootcamp – “A Hatful of Dreams”
Rising 5th to rising 8th grade
12:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Cost: $180 for camp session, includes 2 tickets to the showcase and all materials
Students will focus on different aspects of the magical movie musicals Wonka (2023) and The Greatest Showman (2017). From scene study to musical numbers incorporating vocals and dance, students will ultimately participate in a showcase featuring their work. Students will work on costume or prop creation as well – making this camp an immersive week in theatre arts bringing the whole musical theatre experience together.
The students will participate in a joint showcase ON THE TOWN THEATRE STAGE on Friday evening, June 21st at 7:00 PM. Cost of camp includes two showcase tickets as well as costume/prop supply cost which will be sent home with the student. Additional $5 tickets will be available for purchase.
Musical Theatre Bootcamp – OMG Heathers!
Rising 9th to rising 12th grade
3:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Cost: $180 for camp session, includes 2 tickets to the showcase and all materials
Students will focus on different aspects of popular high school musicals like Legally Blonde and Heathers. From scene study to musical numbers incorporating vocals and dance, students will ultimately participate in a showcase featuring their work. Students will work on costume or prop creation as well – making this camp an immersive week in theatre arts bringing the whole musical theatre experience together.
The students will participate in a joint showcase ON THE TOWN THEATRE STAGE on Friday evening, June 21st at 7:00 PM. Cost of camp includes two showcase tickets as well as costume/prop supply cost which will be sent home with the student. Additional $5 tickets will be available for purchase.
Town Theatre is located at 1012 Sumter Street Columbia,SC 29201
Click HERE to register!

Let Grow Club: 9-Square
2024-06-18 10:00 - 12:00 | In Person
Let Grow Play Club: 9 Square Meet-up
by Cola City Homeschoolers
TUESDAY, June 18, 10 am-noon
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 summer to develop interpersonal connections as well as personal agency. We’re switching up to Tuesdays at 10 am for June/July.
Let Grow Play Club TUESDAY 10 am-12pm–thru June/July
This Week’s Location: 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).
We’ll be setting up 9-square in the air as a mixer/ice-breaker for adults and teens. Here’s a peek at how the game works:

Also bring Yard games, balls/frisbies, bubbles, nerf blasters, towel (in case your kids get into the creek).
For more information about the “Let Grow” initiative, Click HERE
Contact Kim with any questions or to brainstorm ideas: colacityinfo@gmail.com
Sign up here so we can keep an eye out for you and send you meet-up reminders:

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SCDNR: Mini Archaeology Excavation
2024-06-22 10:00 - 12:00
Mini Archaeology Excavation
by SC Department of Natural Resources
Saturday, June 22nd @10am
All Ages — FREE
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Kids who participate in the Mini Archaeology Excavation Unit activity will excavate their own tabletop archaeology unit. They will pick away at the dirt until they find artifacts buried in the mini archaeology unit (a pre-made block composed of sand, plaster, and mock artifacts). During this activity participants will learn about the steps archaeologists take in the field during a real excavation, and how archaeologists analyze what they discover in the lab once they return from the field.
This program is for ages 4 – 18 years old, however, younger children can participate. All supplies for this hands-on activity are provided. The program will take place under a tent in the garden of Parker Annex Archaeology Center. Parents and guardians must remain with minors at all times.
Spots fill fast, REGISTER HERE!
This event is located at:
Parker Annex Archaeology Center
2025 Barnwell Street Columbia, SC 29201

Colonial Congaree Fort Tour
2024-06-22 10:00 - 12:00
Colonial Congaree Fort Tour
by 12,000 Year Park
Saturday, June 22nd @10am
All Ages — FREE
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
The 12,000 Year History Park is a unique archeological site in Cayce, South Carolina, where history and nature converge. Over the last 120 centuries, the area has had an array of inhabitants, including mammoths, Native American tribes and Civil War soldiers. It includes earthworks from an 1865 Civil War battle. The park is full of stories and offers something for explorers of all ages.
Guided historical walking tours are offered on Saturdays and Sundays throughout the year. Trained by the National Park Service, our volunteer guides will take you on a walk along this beautiful trail filled with stories of the Battle of Congaree Creek, Fort Congaree and Native American Lifeways. There are also special events including Nature Days and Civil War Encampments.
Currently, the park is collecting donations to build a state of the art visitors center. The building will orient visitors to the site and provide a space to host educational programs for children and adults.
More info found HERE

Country Springs Equestrian Center Summer Camp
2024-06-24 08:00 - 2024-06-28 15:00
Equestrian Summer Camp
by Country Springs Equestrian Center
June 24-28, July 8-12, July 15-19
Ages 7+ — $250
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.

Summer camps will consist of:

Horseback riding – english and western disciplines, trail rides
Learning horsemanship skills – leg wrapping, tack cleaning, basic first aid
Swimming in our beautiful creek
Fun crafts

For Campers:

Please pack your own lunch, snacks, and water bottle
Long pants and closed toe shoes are required

Camps cost $250 per week.
There is a $50 nonrefundable deposit to hold your spot in camp.
Find more info at the website HERE.
Call or text Dawn at 803-466-7134 for your spot. Openings are limited!

Lego Camp: Ocean
2024-06-24 09:00 - 2024-06-27 12:00
Lego Camp: Ocean
by Brick Zone LLC
Monday, June 24th-27th @9am
All Ages — $110
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
This week’s theme is the Ocean, and is open to all ages from 4+. Activities will include structured play, crafts, outdoor activities (weather permitted), and guided lessons.
Summer camps are open to all ages from 4+. Activities will include guided lessons, structured play, crafts, outdoor activities (weather permitted), and much more.
Cost is $110 per student per week
Camps run Monday through Thursday from 9 am to 12 pm.
Classes are limited to 20 students.
All children should bring a snack and water.
REGISTER HERE!

Nature Day Camp
2024-06-24 09:00 - 2024-06-28 15:00
Nature Day Camp
by Nature As Teacher
Monday, June 24th-28th @9am
Ages 8-14 — $375
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Nature as Teacher Summer Camp presented by Nature As Teacher, The Margaret H Lloyd SmartState Endowment through Clemson University:
-A new learning focus each day
-Plants, Mammals, Reptiles, Insects & Birds
Please email Leoncic@clemson.edu to register, or click HERE!

Town Theatre: Magic Treehouse & Improv Workshops, plus Tap!
2024-06-24 09:00 - 2024-06-28 16:00
Magic Tree House, Tap Tap Tap & Going Off Script
by Town Theatre
Monday, June 24th – 28th
All Ages — $40-$165
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Magic Tree House Adventures
Rising K to rising 4th grade
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Cost: $165
There are so many wonderful Jack and Annie stories that just have to spend a week with our friends from the Magic Tree House. We’ll create our own imaginative stories using the book series as our guide. Will we be Polar Bears Past Bedtime, Dingoes at Dinnertime or say Good Morning, Gorillas? We can do it all and more! Join us for this fantastic creative camp where there are no limits!
Camp Tap Tap Tap Away (add-on session)
All ages are welcome!
12:00 PM/12:30 PM
Cost: $40; No shoes? No problem! We can help!
Looking to add a 30-minute tap lesson to your camp experience? We’ve got you covered! For just $40, you can be one of those dancin’ feet with a personalized tap lesson. Dancers are separated by age and experience.
Campers also enrolled in Magic Tree House Adventures will stay another 30 minutes for this class. Campers enrolled in our Going Off Script – Improv Camp will arrive at 12:30 PM for their class.
Going Off-Script – Improv
Rising 5th to rising 8th grade
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Cost: $165
One of the best skills an actor can have is to think on your feet! When things go wrong on stage (and they will!) resolving the situation in character is the best way out! This workshop is designed to challenge students as they develop their improv skills, an essential aspect of stagecraft. Students will be able to create characters, challenge their imagination and focus on teamwork and communication in a low-pressure environment using improv. Students will be led in basic games and exercises that are meant to be fun for newcomers as well as allow more experienced performers to challenge themselves while still having fun. This class is perfect for students who may have other activities that they are involved with this summer and don’t necessarily have the time to memorize lines outside of class or for those who become bored with repetition.
Town Theatre is located at 1012 Sumter Street Columbia,SC 29201
Click HERE to register!

Let Grow Club: Splashpad Meet-up
2024-06-25 10:00 - 12:00 | In Person
Springdale Park Splashpad
by Cola City Homeschoolers
Tuesday, June 25 at 10am
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 summer to develop interpersonal connections as well as personal agency.
Let Grow Play Club Tuesdays from 10 am to noon–thru July
This Week’s Location: Fenton C. Benton/Springdale Park at 2915 Platt Springs Rd, West Columbia, SC 29170
There’s a playground, splash pad and a picnic shelters. Nice and shady–for the anticipated hotter days ahead!
Also bring Yard games, balls/frisbies, bubbles, nerf blasters, sidewalk chalk, table games/activities. Towel to dry off if you get wet.
For more information about the “Let Grow” initiative, Click HERE
Contact Kim with any questions or to brainstorm ideas: colacityinfo@gmail.com
Sign up here so we can keep an eye out for you and send you meet-up reminders:

Let Grow Play Club

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Mobile PhoneInclude a number just in case we need to reach you last minute.Student Participant Name/AgePlay Club is geared for participants age 8 and up (3rd grade and up). Use the plus (+) sign to add rows for additional participants. Younger Sibling Name/AgeList any additional participants under age 8 who will be attending the playground with an adult chaperone. Use plus (+) sign to add rows for additional participants.

Homeschool Expo 2024
2024-06-28 12:00 - 2024-06-29 16:00
Homeschool Expo 2024
by Cola City Homeschoolers
Saturday, June 29 from 10am-4pm
Open to the Public
Mark your calendars, save the date!!
More details coming soon about the Midlands Homeschool Expo and Used Booksale.
Consignment sale will start on Friday, June 28th.
Vendor Hall and Consignment Sale will be open on Saturday, June 29th.
Click HERE for the latest updates

SCDNR: Historic Letters
2024-06-29 10:00 - 12:00
Paper Making, Berry Ink, Quill Writing & Wax Seals
by SC Department of Natural Resources
Saturday, June 29th @10am
All Ages — FREE
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
This program allows kids to learn how to make paper and a quill, and then work in pairs or small groups to make their own ink using crushed berries, vinegar, and salt. Following these activities, kids use the ink and quill they have made to write their own letters or draw their own sketches. After the letters and sketches have dried, they will learn about various ways letters were folded during the Colonial Era. Kids will then select a seal stamp and learn how to seal their letters using melting wax to take home.
This program is for ages 6 – 18 years old, however, younger children can participate. All supplies for this hands-on program are provided. The program will take place under a tent in the garden of Parker Annex Archaeology Center. Parents and guardians must remain with minors at all times.
Spots are limited, so REGISTER HERE!

Civil War: Battle of Congaree Creek Tour
2024-06-29 10:00 - 12:00
Civil War: Battle of Congaree Creek Tour
by 12,000 Year Park
Saturday, June 29th @11am
All Ages — FREE
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
The 12,000 Year History Park is a unique archeological site in Cayce, South Carolina, where history and nature converge. Over the last 120 centuries, the area has had an array of inhabitants, including mammoths, Native American tribes and Civil War soldiers. It includes earthworks from an 1865 Civil War battle. The park is full of stories and offers something for explorers of all ages.
Guided historical walking tours are offered on Saturdays and Sundays throughout the year. Trained by the National Park Service, our volunteer guides will take you on a walk along this beautiful trail filled with stories of the Battle of Congaree Creek, Fort Congaree and Native American Lifeways. There are also special events including Nature Days and Civil War Encampments.
Currently, the park is collecting donations to build a state of the art visitors center. The building will orient visitors to the site and provide a space to host educational programs for children and adults.
More info found HERE

Town Theatre Pop Up Camp: Barbieland & Great Escape Challenge
2024-07-01 09:00 - 16:00
Pop Up Camp: Barbieland & Great Escape Challenge
by Town Theatre
Monday, July 1st @9am & 1pm
K-4th & 5th-8th — $40
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Barbieland (A One Day Pop Up Camp)
Rising K to rising 4th grade
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Cost: $40
Step into the spotlight as we learn songs and dances from the new movie Barbie! Students will create their own character as we play games and create fun stories throughout the day. Feel free to dress in your favorite Barbie attire. And, this camp will be perfect for the Kens too!
The Great Escape Challenge (A One Day Pop Up Camp)
Rising 5th to rising 8th grade
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Cost: $40
Students with creativity and big imaginations won’t be able to escape having fun in this thrilling class. Students will be divided into two groups. Each team will create their own escape game full of keys, locks and clues. Once the masterpieces are ready, students will be able to “play” the other team’s game to see if they can make it to the end. Through the backdrop of an escape game, students will learn how to work as a team and create fun and challenging storylines in this exciting, student-friendly camp.
Town Theatre is located at 1012 Sumter Street Columbia,SC 29201
Click HERE to register!

Lego Camp: Art
2024-07-01 09:00 - 2024-07-04 12:00
Lego Camp: Art
by Brick Zone LLC
Monday, July 1st-4th @ 9am
All Ages — $110
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
This week’s theme is Art, and is open to all ages from 4+. Activities will include structured play, crafts, outdoor activities (weather permitted), and guided lessons.
Summer camps are open to all ages from 4+. Activities will include guided lessons, structured play, crafts, outdoor activities (weather permitted), and much more.
Cost is $110 per student per week
Camps run Monday through Thursday from 9 am to 12 pm.
Classes are limited to 20 students.
All children should bring a snack and water.
REGISTER HERE!

Tuesday Day & Friday Evening Camps by Nature As Teacher
2024-07-02 09:00 - 15:00
Tuesday & Friday Camps
by Nature As Teacher
Tuesdays & Fridays in July @9am &5:30pm
Ages 8-14 — $28-$50
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Tuesday Day Camp: every Tuesday in July from 9am to 3pm
Friday Evening Camp: every Friday in July from 5:30pm to 8pm
To register, click HERE or email leoncic@clemson.edu

Firefly Game Day
2024-07-05 12:00 - 14:00 | 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.

Civil War: Battle of Congaree Creek Tour
2024-07-06 10:00 - 12:00
Civil War: Battle of Congaree Creek Tour
by 12,000 Year Park
Saturday, July 6th @10am
All Ages — FREE
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
The 12,000 Year History Park is a unique archeological site in Cayce, South Carolina, where history and nature converge. Over the last 120 centuries, the area has had an array of inhabitants, including mammoths, Native American tribes and Civil War soldiers. It includes earthworks from an 1865 Civil War battle. The park is full of stories and offers something for explorers of all ages.
Guided historical walking tours are offered on Saturdays and Sundays throughout the year. Trained by the National Park Service, our volunteer guides will take you on a walk along this beautiful trail filled with stories of the Battle of Congaree Creek, Fort Congaree and Native American Lifeways. There are also special events including Nature Days and Civil War Encampments.
Currently, the park is collecting donations to build a state of the art visitors center. The building will orient visitors to the site and provide a space to host educational programs for children and adults.
More info found HERE

Lego Camp: Space
2024-07-08 09:00 - 2024-07-11 12:00
Lego Camp: Space
by Brick Zone LLC
Monday, July 8th-11th @9am
All Ages — $110
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
This week’s theme is Lego Space, and is open to all ages from 4+. Activities will include structured play, crafts, outdoor activities (weather permitted), and guided lessons.
Summer camps are open to all ages from 4+. Activities will include guided lessons, structured play, crafts, outdoor activities (weather permitted), and much more.
Cost is $110 per student per week
Camps run Monday through Thursday from 9 am to 12 pm.
Classes are limited to 20 students.
All children should bring a snack and water.
REGISTER HERE!

Esports Camp: Lexington Leisure Super Smash Bros
2024-07-08 09:00 - 2024-07-12 15:00
Esports Camp: Lexington Leisure Super Smash Bros
by Midlands Gaming Academy
Monday, July 8th-12th
All Ages — $175
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
The Midlands Gaming Academy, powered by the Midlands Gaming Coalition, is South Carolina’s premiere E-Sports academy for young adults in the Midlands. This is a focused curriculum build to teach teamwork, communication, and strategic thinking to the younger generation. All coaches are CPR Certified and have had extensive Background Checks to maintain the safety of all students at the Academy. Help us build a brighter future for our community through gaming!

As the first 501(c)(3) nonprofit associated with Video Games to be based in South Carolina, we aim to provide a fun and safe place for communities to enjoy themselves and build relationships with gaming involved. More importantly, we wish to teach the younger generation those Core Principles taught in traditional sports; teamwork, sportsmanship, empathy, leadership, and that you have to win AND lose with grace and humility.
Summer Camp registrations are open now! Click HERE to get your spot. Discounts available for double registrations.

Let Grow Club: Hoop Hop Showdown
2024-07-09 10:00 - 12:00 | In Person
Let Grow Play Club: Hoop Hop Showdown
by Cola City Homeschoolers
TUESDAY, July 9, 10 am-noon
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 summer to develop interpersonal connections as well as personal agency. We’re switching up to Tuesdays at 10 am for June/July.
Let Grow Play Club TUESDAY 10 am-12pm–thru June/July
This Week’s Location: 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, we’re playing Hoop Hop Showdown. It’s relay game variation of rock, paper, scissors. All ages can play!
Also bring Yard games, balls/frisbies, bubbles, nerf blasters, sidewalk chalk, table games/activities. Towel to dry off if you get wet.
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
Sign up here so we can keep an eye out for you and send you meet-up reminders:

Parent NameNote: Please include the name of the adult contact for this registration

First

Last

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Summer Book Club: A Rover's Story
2024-07-09 16:30 - 18:30
Summer Book Club: A Rover’s Story
by All Good Books
Tuesday, July 9th @4:30pm
All Ages — FREE
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
It’s back! A. C. Moore Librarian, Jessica Warren, is hosting the second AGB Kids’ Summer Book Club!
Mrs. Warren has chosen a fantastic book for each month of summer, and she can’t wait to meet and chat about them with participants.
Book club is free to join and open to kids 7 and up. Participate in one or all three – whatever works for your busy summer schedule. Get 10% off when you buy all three books in our Kids’ Summer Book Club Bundle!
A Rover’s Story by Jasmine Warga

“Meet Resilience, a Mars rover determined to live up to his name.
Res was built to explore Mars. He was not built to have human emotions. But as he learns new things from the NASA scientists who assemble him, he begins to develop human-like feelings. Maybe there’s a problem with his programming….
Human emotions or not, launch day comes, and Res blasts off to Mars, accompanied by a friendly drone helicopter named Fly. But Res quickly discovers that Mars is a dangerous place filled with dust storms and giant cliffs. As he navigates Mars’s difficult landscape, Res is tested in ways that go beyond space exploration.
As millions of people back on Earth follow his progress, will Res have the determination, courage—and resilience—to succeed… and survive?”

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All Good Books is located at 734 Harden St Columbia, SC

Native American Lifeways Tour
2024-07-13 10:00 - 12:00
Native American Lifeways Tour
by 12,000 Year Park
Saturday, July 13th @10am
All Ages — FREE
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
The 12,000 Year History Park is a unique archeological site in Cayce, South Carolina, where history and nature converge. Over the last 120 centuries, the area has had an array of inhabitants, including mammoths, Native American tribes and Civil War soldiers. It includes earthworks from an 1865 Civil War battle. The park is full of stories and offers something for explorers of all ages.
Guided historical walking tours are offered on Saturdays and Sundays throughout the year. Trained by the National Park Service, our volunteer guides will take you on a walk along this beautiful trail filled with stories of the Battle of Congaree Creek, Fort Congaree and Native American Lifeways. There are also special events including Nature Days and Civil War Encampments.
Currently, the park is collecting donations to build a state of the art visitors center. The building will orient visitors to the site and provide a space to host educational programs for children and adults.
More info found HERE

Lego Camp: Superheroes
2024-07-15 09:00 - 2024-07-18 12:00
Lego Camp: Superheroes
by Brick Zone LLC
Monday, July 15th-18th @9am
All Ages — $110
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
This week’s theme is Lego Superheros, and is open to all ages from 4+. Activities will include structured play, crafts, outdoor activities (weather permitted), and guided lessons.
Summer camps are open to all ages from 4+. Activities will include guided lessons, structured play, crafts, outdoor activities (weather permitted), and much more.
Cost is $110 per student per week
Camps run Monday through Thursday from 9 am to 12 pm.
Classes are limited to 20 students.
All children should bring a snack and water.
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