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SUMMARY:Homeschool Huddle
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Huddle\nby Lexington County Library\nTuesday\, Nov. 7 at 5:30pm\nFREE — Parent-Educators\nThe branch manager of The South Congaree-Pine Ridge Branch Library (Lexington County Public Library System) has recently started a program for this area called Homeschool Huddle. Their goal is to provide services and resources for the homeschool families in this area. \nOn Tuesday\, Nov 7 @ 5:30 the homeschool huddle group will meet for a Q & A time with a panel of seasoned homeschool parents in this area. Several new homeschool parents have asked for a time to talk with others who were more experienced to brainstorm and network together. \nKim Andrysczyk (of Cola City Homeschoolers/SC Homeschooling Connection) has been invited as a panelist. So come on out to meet-up and collaborate about these opportunities and resources! \nBring your child/children and the YS staff will provide a craft and storytime for them while the parents are meeting. \nSouth Congaree – Pine Ridge Branch Library\, 200 Sunset Drive\, West Columbia\, SC 29172\nQuestions about Homeschool Huddle: Contact Branch Librarian\, Carol Clark\n803.785.3050\, CCLARK@lex.lib.sc.us \n 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/homeschool-huddle/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231110T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231110T080000
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SUMMARY:Liberty Live Education Day
DESCRIPTION:Liberty Live Education Day\nby Southern Campaign 1790\nFriday\, November 10\, 9am-1pm\nFREE — All Ages\nNote: This is *not* hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers. Contact Liberty Live for more information and reservations. \nLiberty Live encourages you to walk in the footsteps of our ancestors\, immersing yourself in the lives of the backcountry colonials as well as militia\, Continental\, and British soldiers. \nExploration into the conditions in which indigenous\, immigrant\, enslaved\, and indentured populations existed will allow you to evaluate their reasons for either remaining loyal to the British Crown or supporting the cause of becoming a free independent nation. \nEvery fall\, on the second weekend of November\, hundreds of 18th C. merchants\, demonstrators\, and reenactors gather at 1208 Keys Lane\, Kershaw\, SC for the annual Battle of Camden Reenactment weekend. The kickoff is our signature event\, the Liberty Live Education Day. During this FREE Friday event\, area students\, teachers\, and parents spend the morning engaging in various activities of colonial and military life to become better connected with individuals and events that played vital roles in our fight for independence. \nThis FREE event is open to all public\, private and home school students and REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND.\nContact: sdavis@sc1780.org to pre-register
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/liberty-live-education-day/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231110T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231110T070000
DTSTAMP:20260602T161342
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T000444Z
UID:29829-1699596000-1699599600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Veteran's Day Parade
DESCRIPTION:Veteran’s Day Parade\nby City of Columbia\nFriday\, November 10 at 11am\nFREE — All Ages\nThe City of Columbia’s 45th Annual Veterans Day Parade will be held\, Friday\, November 10\, the Columbia Parks & Recreation Department announced. \nThe Veterans Day Parade\, known as one of the Southeast’s largest Veterans Day parades\, will begin at 11 a.m. from the intersection of Sumter and Laurel streets\, and travel southbound on Sumter Street ending at Pendleton Street near the State House. \nThis year’s grand marshals will be Vietnam Veterans.\nThe Veterans Day Parade is sponsored by the City of Columbia. \nFor more information\, call the Parks and Recreation Department at 803-545-3100.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/veterans-day-parade/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Holiday,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231110T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231110T093000
DTSTAMP:20260602T161342
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T185010Z
UID:29834-1699603200-1699608600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Let Grow Play Club Meet-Up
DESCRIPTION:Park Meet-Up\nby Cola City Homeschoolers\nFriday\, Nov 10 at 1 pm\nFREE — All ages\nThis activity *IS* hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers\, but there is no sign up necessary. Just show up to the park after the Veteran’s Day Parade. \nLocation: Owens Field 1351 Jim Hamilton Blvd\, Columbia\, SC 29205\nThere’s a great playground\, nearby restrooms. Also areas for bikes and skateboards\, plus ball field. Something for any age.  \nBRING: Sharing Table giveaway items. Do you have new/gently used books\, toys\, or pantry items? One man’s trash is another’s treasure. Sharing builds community and conserves our resources. \nWe hope to see this grow and expand to more projects and activities to develop interpersonal connections as well as personal agency. \nFor more infomation about the “Let Grow” initiative\, Click HERE\nContact Kim with any questions or to brainstorm ideas: colacityinfo@gmail.com  \n 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/let-grow-play-club-meet-up/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Cola City Classes,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231117T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231117T090000
DTSTAMP:20260602T161342
CREATED:20231114T222512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231114T222512Z
UID:29854-1700204400-1700211600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Let Grow Park Meet-Up
DESCRIPTION:Park Meet-Up/Share Table\nby Cola City/Let Grow Club\nFriday\, Nov 17 at noon-2pm\nFREE — All ages\nThis activity *IS* hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers\, but there is no sign up necessary. \nLocation: Owens Field 1351 Jim Hamilton Blvd\, Columbia\, SC 29205\nThere’s a great playground\, nearby restrooms. Also areas for bikes and skateboards\, plus ball field. Something for any age.  \nBRING: Sharing Table giveaway items. Do you have new/gently used books\, toys\, or pantry items? One man’s trash is another’s treasure. Sharing builds community and conserves our resources. \nWe hope to see this grow and expand to more projects and activities to develop interpersonal connections as well as personal agency. \nFor more infomation about the “Let Grow” initiative\, Click HERE\nContact Kim with any questions or to brainstorm ideas: colacityinfo@gmail.com 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/let-grow-park-meet-up/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Interest Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231122T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231122T063000
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SUMMARY:Nutcracker Ballet
DESCRIPTION:Nutcracker Ballet\nby Ann Brodie’s Carolina Ballet\nWednesday\, Nov 22 at 10 am\n$10/seat — All ages\nNote: This is *NOT* a Cola City Homeschoolers event. Contact Ann Brodie’s studio at 803-771-6303 for more information and tickets. \nIt’s Nutcracker Season!  \nEvery year during the week of Thanksgiving\, Ann Brodie’s Ballet studio performs The Nutcracker at the Township Auditorium in Columbia\, SC. This full length ballet also features a live orchestra\, and live choir.\nEach year\, one show is offered to Homeschool Families\, Retirement Commmunities\, Youth groups at a discounted rate. \nThis year the production will be On Wednesday\, November 22nd @10am\nYou can save 50% off ticket prices when you reserve tickets by calling the studio at 803-771-6303.\nTickets will be $10 each. \nContact for any questions: Caren Anderson\, the Homeschooling Education and Community Outreach Coordinator for Ann Brodie’s Carolina Ballet. 949-351-4204
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/nutcracker-ballet-3/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231123
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231125
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UID:29858-1700766000-1700852399@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:FREE Admission SC State Parks
DESCRIPTION:SC State Parks Black Friday\nBy SC State Parks\nFriday\, Nov 24\nFree Admission — All Ages\nNote: Contact SC State Parks for more details and reservations. \nFREE ADMISSION TO ALL SC STATE PARKS – Friday\, November 24!  Including FREE historic home tours! \nThis year on Black Friday we challenge you and yours to #OptOutsideSC and enjoy South Carolina’s state parks. \nAdmission will be free at state parks in South Carolina on Friday\, November 24 — including tours at our three historic homes. The promotion encourages people to spend some time in the great outdoors the day after Thanksgiving! \nReservations may be made for historic home tours by calling: \n\nRose Hill Plantation (Tour reservation full)\nRedcliffe Plantation\nHampton Plantation\n\nEnjoy some time in our parks\, for free.  Make sure to post pictures to social media using the hashtag #OptOutsideSC.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/free-admission-sc-state-parks/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231125T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231125T100000
DTSTAMP:20260602T161342
CREATED:20231122T221507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231122T221507Z
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SUMMARY:Cayce 12000 Year Park
DESCRIPTION:Civil War Tour\nBy 12000 Year History Park\nSaturday\, Nov 25 at 1 pm\nFREE — All Ages\nNote: Contact Cayce 12000 Year History Park for more details \nIn today’s world\, people are reluctant to step away from their screens and for some reason\, we are content with that. \nToday\, we ask you look away from your screens and look at the history right in front of you. Explore the land where Columbia was conceived. \nExplore the 12\,000 Year History Park – where history lies at your feet. \nMeet at 1 pm for tour\, location: 1120 Fort Congaree Trail\, Cayce. Parking is free at the Tennis Center. \nQuestions? Contact 803-739-5385 \n 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/cayce-12000-year-park/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231201T030000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231201T120000
DTSTAMP:20260602T161342
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T224459Z
UID:29863-1701399600-1701432000@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Holiday Card Exchange 2023
DESCRIPTION:Holiday Card Exchange Project\nby Cola City Homeschoolers\n$2.50/family — All Ages\nSign up deadline: Dec. 1\nThe best way to spread Christmas Cheer is…SENDING CARDS! It’s also a great way to make connections with other homeschoolers. Back by popular demand! Cola City Homeschoolers is hosting our annual holiday card exchange during the month of December. \nSign up by December 1. We will organize the lists by religious preference and by ages (as much as possible). You’ll get a list of participants to exchange cards with–10-25 cards to send/receive. Lists will vary depending on participants registered. \nNote: Your mailing address will be shared with other participants and student names\, so that the cards can be personalized by the sender. \nSome more recommendations: \n\nSend one envelope to each household. Include a small card/note for each child\, or small token gift (ie: sticker\, tattoos\, paperdoll\, etc).\nConsider your child’s abilities and stamina for their part of the card preparations. They can put a sticker on the card or envelope\, if it’s too much to write out the addresses.\nRemember this is FUN!\nNote the fee covers the cost of one guaranteed card for each family from Cola City Homeschoolers.\n\nRegistration is Closed for this event
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/holiday-card-exchange-2023/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Cola City Classes,Events,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231201T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231201T090000
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CREATED:20231105T232939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231105T232940Z
UID:29821-1701414000-1701421200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Firefly Game Day
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Day\nby Firefly Toys & Games\nFirst Friday of the Month\nAll Ages — Free\nNote: This is not a Cola City Event. \nThis 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 \nFirefly staff will be highlighting and teaching educational board games which cover a range of subjects\, such as: Math\, Science\, Geography\, Chemistry and many more. \nUse games for education; come learn about it.\nAnd look for other Cola City Homeschoolers! We’re scheduling this as a meet-up time/location for our “Let Grow Club” initiative.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/firefly-game-day-2/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T130000
DTSTAMP:20260602T161342
CREATED:20231013T223735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T223735Z
UID:29746-1701507600-1701522000@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:A Christmas Carol
DESCRIPTION:A Christmas Carol\nby Columbia Children’s Theater\nSaturday\, December 2 @2pm and @6pm\nAll Ages — $15/ticket\nNote: this is NOT a Cola City event. Contact Children’s Theater for more information and tickets \nBack by popular demand\, A Christmas Carol\, returns to the Harbison Theater at Midlands Tech stage! Columbia Children’s Theatre reigns as the 2022 South Carolina Theatre of Distinction and brings their inimitable style to this adaptation of Charles Dickens’ most well-known story. A production filled with local talent of all ages including Best of Columbia-nominated actors Liv Moody and Julian Deleon. Grab your loved ones and enjoy this holiday tradition proven to warm even the Scroogiest of hearts! \n*Student\, senior (over age 60)\, or military personnel will receive a $5 discount on signature series shows at check out. Bundled discounts are available when you purchase tickets for three or more shows at a time. Please contact the Box Office at 803.407.5011 for more details.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/a-christmas-carol/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T150000
DTSTAMP:20260602T161342
CREATED:20231128T004426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T004426Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas Light Boat Parade
DESCRIPTION:Christmas Light Boat Parade\n@Lake Murray\nSaturday\, Dec 2 @6 pm\nFREE — All Ages\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. It’s a public event–no sign up! \nYou don’t want to miss this FREE family-friendly waterfront event that is sure to get you in the holiday spirit! \n\nAdmission is FREE and open to the public at the Lake Murray Dam Public Park in Lexington. Watch as brightly decorated boats parade by decked out for the season\, enjoy Christmas carols (have your phone or flashlight ready for “Silent Night”)\, and a fireworks finale. Pack your family\, friends\, and a picnic\, and join us on December 2 at Lake Murray! \n\nEvent details & Information:\n– Gates open at 4:30 PM and the Boat Parade will begin at 6:00 PM.\n– Gates will remain open until the park reaches a 300-vehicle capacity. You are encouraged to come early to ensure a space and exercise patience and courtesy throughout the evening.\n– Please leave your pets at home\, there are no animals allowed in this park.\n– Parade route: Participants will line up at Jake’s Landing and parade over to the Lexington Park Site. The fireworks barge will be between the towers and the park site with a buffer zone for safety.\n– The park will close after the fireworks finale.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/christmas-light-boat-parade/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T070000
DTSTAMP:20260602T161342
CREATED:20231128T190414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T190414Z
UID:29879-1701838800-1701846000@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Forest Conservation Tour
DESCRIPTION:Forest Conservation Tour\nby Cola City Homeschoolers\nWednesday\, Dec 6 10-noon\nTeens/tweens — $5/family\nNote: This is a Cola City event as part of our Green Steps Environmental Education initiatives. Contact colacityinfo@gmail.com with questions. Register below. \nCome for this ranger-led lesson on forest conservation\, led by Ranger Beth Foley. Meet at Harbison State Forest Education Center 5500 Broad River Road Columbia\, SC 29212. Parking is free for this event. \nThe program is geared for 6th grade and up level\, but all ages are welcome to participate. Families with younger siblings can listen in and tag along or stroll the path at your own pace. \nProgram: Survival in the Forest\nStudents will learn how plants and animals survive in the forest. They will participate in an activity called “Every Tree for Itself” where they will become trees that must collect the basic resources needed to survive. Students will also become deer that need to acquire the four habitat components needed in a forest ecosystem. \nLocation Street Address: 5600 Broad River Road  \nTurn in at the sign for Harbison State Forest\, not the SC Forestry Commission headquarters which is next door at 5500 Broad River Road. To reach the Environmental Education Center\, continue past the first parking lot and bear left through the wooden gate onto a gravel road. Take the first right (at the closed metal gate) onto another gravel road. The Education Center is a log cabin building at the top of the hill on the left. There is ample parking directly in front of the Education Center. \nLook for Kim to greet you. Call or text if you get lost along the way 803-307-4880 so we can help you catch up to the group.\nContact colacityinfo@gmail.com with any questions.\nCheck out more opportunities on the Calendar of Events \nPre-register for this Cola City event by December 1:
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/forest-conservation-2/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Cola City Classes,Interest Club,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231207T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231207T143000
DTSTAMP:20260602T161342
CREATED:20231130T010511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T010511Z
UID:29884-1701925200-1701959400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:FREE First Thursday by Columbia Museum of Art
DESCRIPTION:  \nFree First Thursday\nby Columbia Museum of Art\nThursday\, Dec 7th @10am\nFREE- All Ages\n  \nNote: This is NOT a Cola City Event. \nEnjoy free admission courtesy of Dominion Energy and extended hours. Last gallery entry at 7:30 p.m. \nColumbia Museum of Art is located at 1515 Main Street\, Columbia\, SC 29201 \nMore info about the Museum and this free event here! 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/free-first-thursday-by-columbia-museum-of-art/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231208T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231208T073000
DTSTAMP:20260602T161342
CREATED:20231103T193427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231204T232256Z
UID:29804-1702015200-1702020600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Frosty Ballet Education Outreach
DESCRIPTION:Frosty Ballet Education Outreach\nby Columbia City Ballet\nFriday\, December 8 at 11:15 am\n$6.75/seat — All Ages\nNote: This group rate discount is organized by Cola City Homeschoolers. Seating is limited for this sold out performance. Registration and prepayment is required–scroll down for registration. \nColumbia City Ballet offers Education Outreach performances especially for children. This program is “Frosty the Snowman”. Cola City Homeschoolers has secured a group discount rate for each seat\, including adults and students on Friday\, December 8 at 11:15 am. \nThese extended opportunities incorporate the interrelated nature of the elements of STEAM (Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, the Arts\, Math). Performances last approximately 1 hour and include a Q&A session. Productions are narrated providing students a clear understanding of the story and allowing them to fully appreciate the professional dancers of Columbia City Ballet and its high artistic and production standards. \nPlease plan to arrive at least 30 minutes early to allow time to find parking and to be seated. Parking is available for an hourly rate in the nearby parking garage and also street meters. \nContact colacityinfo@gmail.com with any questions about this group event.\nCall or text Kim A. if you’re running late or lost along the way: 803-307-4880 \nRegistration is closed for this event.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/frosty-ballet-education-outreach/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231208T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231210T090000
DTSTAMP:20260602T161342
CREATED:20231013T224346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T224346Z
UID:29749-1702044000-1702198800@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Two Claras: A Nutcracker Story
DESCRIPTION:The Two Claras\nby Harbison Theater\nDecember 8-10\nAll Ages — $20/ticket\nNote: This is not a Cola City event. Contact Harbison Theater for show times and tickets \nCCJ Conservatory has been delighting audiences for over 15 years with our modern rewrite of the Nutcracker Story! Come see this heartwarming Holiday tale about two friends named Clara and the Christmas adventures they share through the years. Appropriate for your entire family! \n 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/two-claras-a-nutcracker-story/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Not Hosted by Cola City
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231216
DTSTAMP:20260602T161342
CREATED:20230927T184142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T184142Z
UID:29723-1702580400-1702666799@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Homeschool Magazine Submissions Due
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Magazine\nHosted by TSCHAA\nDeadline: December 15\nFree — All Ages\nNote: This opportunity is not hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers. Contact TSCHAA for more information and submission details. \nTSCHAA: The Homeschool Magazine is a digital magazine featuring content submitted by homeschools students–open to all homeschoolers no matter which association you belong to. \nGuidelines:\n\nArticles must be submitted to admin@tschaa.com as a .pdf or .docx file (Make sure to look over the article formatting guidelines).\nSubmissions are due December 15\, 2023. \nThere is no guarantee that a student’s article will be used in TSCHAA: The Homeschool Magazine.\nArticles must not include profanity or other inappropriate content.\nIf you have an idea for an article not on the article list\, reach out to us at admin@tschaa.com. \nA release form must be signed by a parent and included with article/photo. (All forms can be found at the bottom of this document)\nArticles that are chosen will undergo an editing process that will require direct email contact with the editor. Should the student fail to maintain contact they may lose their place in TSCHAA: The Homeschool Magazine.\n\nAuthors of articles are welcome to submit photos to go along with their article even if the description does not request one (A photo release form must be filled out). \nClick here for article ideas and formatting guidelines
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/homeschool-magazine-submissions-due/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Not Hosted by Cola City
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231220T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231220T093000
DTSTAMP:20260602T161342
CREATED:20231205T231200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T001052Z
UID:29942-1703057400-1703064600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Holiday Ornament: Make-it-Take-it Project
DESCRIPTION:Holiday Ornament: Make-it-Take-it Project\nBy Cola City Homeschoolers\nWednesday\, December 20\, 12:30-2:30pm\nFREE — All Ages\nNote: This is a FREE event by Cola City Homeschoolers. Please register on the form below (scroll down) so we can provide supplies. \nCome on out for a FREE Make-It-Take-It Holiday craft project with Cola City Homeschoolers on Wednesday\, December 20 from 12:30-2:30 pm at St. Andrews Branch of Richland County Library located at 2916 Broad River Rd\, Columbia\, SC 29210 \nEach participant will be able to create 2 Holiday Ornaments with #6 Shrinky Dink plastic. Great for gifts or as a commemorative ornament to keep. All supplies included. And card making station will also be available. \nThe project will take approximately 20 minutes to complete. Come and go anytime\, or hang out to socialize with others. We will set up several project stations for participants to rotate out and make room for others. It’s coloring with sharpie markers\, so hopefully not messy on your clothes. \nRegister so we can provide enough supplies for everyone:
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/holiday-ornament-make-it-take-it-project/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Cola City Classes,FREE,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231221T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231221T140000
DTSTAMP:20260602T161342
CREATED:20231128T003102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T003102Z
UID:29868-1703161800-1703167200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Winter Solstice Lantern Parade
DESCRIPTION:Winter Solstice Lantern Parade\na Public Event\nThursday\, Dec 21 @5:30 pm\nAll Ages — Free\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. There’s no sign-up\, just show up. More info about the public event click here. \nThere is an annual Winter Solstice Lantern Parade at Riverfront Park that has been going on for nearly 10 years now\, but it’s only occasionally posted on any social media platforms. Apparently\, the regular attendees just know to be there on the Winter Solstice. I’m posting this event so more people are aware of it and to discuss the event in general. I’m not trying to suggest this group is responsible for hosting the event\, this is more of a public pointer and I will link the actual event if they post one for it from the Columbia Parks and Recreation page or the Riverfront Park page. \nComment on Cola City Homeschoolers FB group to let us know if you’re going\, so we can try to meet-up with others. \n 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/winter-solstice-lantern-parade-2/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240104T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240104T143000
DTSTAMP:20260602T161342
CREATED:20231130T020440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T020535Z
UID:29895-1704344400-1704378600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:FREE First Thursday by Columbia Museum of Art
DESCRIPTION:  \nFree First Thursday\nby Columbia Museum of Art\nThursday\, Jan 4th @10am\nFREE- All Ages\n  \nNote: This is NOT a Cola City Event. \nEnjoy free admission courtesy of Dominion Energy and extended hours.  Generous support provided by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program.  Last gallery entry at 7:30 p.m. \nColumbia Museum of Art is located at 1515 Main Street\, Columbia\, SC 29201 \nMore info about the Museum and this free event here! 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/free-first-thursday-by-columbia-museum-of-art-2/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240105T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240105T090000
DTSTAMP:20260602T161342
CREATED:20231217T010628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231217T010628Z
UID:29977-1704438000-1704445200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Firefly Game Day
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Day\nby Firefly Toys & Games\nFirst Friday of the Month\nAll Ages — Free\nNote: This is not a Cola City Event. \nThis 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 \nFirefly staff will be highlighting and teaching educational board games which cover a range of subjects\, such as: Math\, Science\, Geography\, Chemistry and many more. \nUse games for education; come learn about it.\nAnd look for other Cola City Homeschoolers! We’re scheduling this as a meet-up time/location for our “Let Grow Club” initiative.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/firefly-game-day-3/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240115T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260602T161342
CREATED:20231130T022407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T022407Z
UID:29900-1705302000-1705320000@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:MLK Day at Columbia Museum of Art- FREE
DESCRIPTION:Martin Luther King Jr. Day\nby Columbia Museum of Art\nMonday\, Jan 15th @12pm\nFREE — All Ages\nIn honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day\, the CMA is open with free admission and hosting special MLK Day programming. Don’t miss FAAAC presents A Storytelling Celebration\, featuring line dancing on Boyd Plaza hosted by Franklin Jones beginning at 1:00  and a storytelling celebration beginning at 1:30. Free admission supported by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program. \nColumbia Museum of Art is located at 1515 Main Street\, Columbia\, SC 29201 \nMore info about the Museum and this free event here!
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/mlk-day-at-columbia-museum-of-art-free/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240119T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240119T110000
DTSTAMP:20260602T161342
CREATED:20240118T074443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T074443Z
UID:30044-1705651200-1705662000@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Homeschool Skate at Three Fountains Recreation
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Skate\nby Three Fountains Recreation\nFriday\, Jan 19th @1pm\nAll Ages — $5\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nCome hang out for skating and mini golf with fellow homeschoolers on Friday\, January 19th from 1-4pm.  Regular skate rental included\, bring your homeschool friends and your association card! \nMore info about Three Fountains Recreation here.  This facility is located at 2724 Emmanuel Church Road\, West Columbia\, SC.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/homeschool-skate-at-three-fountains-recreation-2/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240122T030000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240204T170000
DTSTAMP:20260602T161342
CREATED:20231207T055851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231207T055851Z
UID:29956-1705892400-1707066000@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:The Festival of Storytellers- Virtual Book Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Festival of Storytellers\nby Reader’s Magnet\nJan 22nd- Feb 4th\nFREE — All Ages\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City Event. \n\nCalling all book lovers! It’s time to mark your calendars for the next chapter of the Festival of Storytellers!\n\n\nFrom January 22 to February 4\, we’ll be bringing back all the amazing features from our last event\, but with an enhanced user experience for all ages.\n\n\nWe’re talking about more interactive sessions\, immersive experiences\, and new ways to connect with your favorite authors and fellow bookworms.\n\n\nOur team has been working tirelessly to curate an unforgettable two weeks of literary magic\, and we can’t wait to share it with you. Whether you’re a die-hard fan of fiction\, a history buff\, or a lover of poetry and prose\, there’s something for everyone at the Festival of Storytellers.\n\n\nStay tuned for more updates and announcements as we get closer to the event.\n\n\nBut in the meantime\, start making your reading list and get ready to join us for two weeks of storytelling that you won’t want to miss.\n\n\nSee you there\, book lovers! \nRegister HERE for the Biggest Virtual Book Festival
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/the-festival-of-storytellers-virtual-book-festival/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240126T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240126T070000
DTSTAMP:20260602T161342
CREATED:20240109T234323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T234323Z
UID:29997-1706241600-1706252400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:School Choice Rally at State House
DESCRIPTION:School Choice Rally at State House\nby Charleston RISE & SC Education Choice Coalition\nFriday\, Jan 26th @ 9am\nAll Ages — FREE\n\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \n\nPlease join Charleston RISE\, the South Carolina Education Choice Coalition and National School Choice Awareness Foundation on January 26th\, 2024 9:00am – 12:00pm for a celebration of school choice! Hosted at the University of South Carolina Alumni Center\, this event will begin with a talent showcase from 9:30am – 10:30am featuring students from across the state. At 10:45am\, we will continue with a spirit-filled march to the State Capitol Building for a celebration program running from 11:00am to 12:00pm. We will celebrate students’ access to school choice with a Proclamation from the governor and hear speeches from parents and students to share their school choice story! \nLater in the day at the Alumni Center\, there will be a presentation for parents on school choice public policy change. \nThis event is FREE \nCheck here for more info on this event\, and here for a link to a parent workshop!
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/school-choice-rally-at-state-house/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240201T030000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240201T040000
DTSTAMP:20260602T161342
CREATED:20231221T052559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231221T052559Z
UID:29987-1706756400-1706760000@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:FREE Black History Month Bite-sized Bios
DESCRIPTION:Black History Month Bite-sized Bios\nby SC Military Museum\nThursday\, Feb 1st\nFREE — All Ages\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nBite-sized biographies of 11 African Americans from South Carolina with military connections. \nThis is a free PDF lesson offered by SC Military Museum through Teachers Pay Teachers.  Find the resource HERE.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/free-black-history-month-bite-sized-bios/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240201T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240201T050000
DTSTAMP:20260602T161342
CREATED:20231221T051650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231221T051650Z
UID:29984-1706760000-1706763600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:SC Black History Icons by SC Military Museum
DESCRIPTION:South Carolina Black History Icons\nby SC Military Museum\nThursday\, Feb 1st\nFREE — All Ages\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nThis is an interactive resource that can be used directly with students. It highlights 18 Black South Carolinians from all areas of industry. \nA FREE PDF lesson is included here\, made available by the SC Military Museum to celebrate Black History Month.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/sc-black-history-icons-by-sc-military-museum/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240202T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240202T090000
DTSTAMP:20260602T161342
CREATED:20231221T060244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231221T060244Z
UID:29989-1706857200-1706864400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Firefly Game Day
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Day\nby Firefly Toys & Games\nFirst Friday of the Month\nAll Ages — Free\nNote: This is not a Cola City Event. \nThis 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 \nFirefly staff will be highlighting and teaching educational board games which cover a range of subjects\, such as: Math\, Science\, Geography\, Chemistry and many more. \nUse games for education; come learn about it.\nAnd look for other Cola City Homeschoolers! We’re scheduling this as a meet-up time/location for our “Let Grow Club” initiative.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/firefly-game-day-4/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240203T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240203T080000
DTSTAMP:20260602T161342
CREATED:20240131T202020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T202020Z
UID:30093-1706932800-1706947200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Kroger Chef Junior: Pineapple Salsa
DESCRIPTION:Chef Junior: Pineapple Salsa\nby Kroger\nSaturday\, Feb 3rd @ 9am\nAll Ages — $7\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nJoin us on Saturday\, February 3rd or Saturday\, February 17th\, and your kids can learn how to make delicious Pineapple Salsa! A Kroger Chef will guide your child as they learn to create this sweet and savory dip. In addition\, your child will receive a recipe card\, apron\, chef hat\, recipe box\, badge\, and Kroger Chef Junior Chopper to add to their kitchen tool collection! \nThere are several locations and times to choose from\, register HERE!
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/kroger-chef-junior-pineapple-salsa/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T070000
DTSTAMP:20260602T161342
CREATED:20240111T011140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T011140Z
UID:30009-1707282000-1707289200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Rev War Center: Colonial Living
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Day: Colonial Living\nby Revolutionary War Center\nWednesday\, Feb 7th @10am\nAll Ages — FREE\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nOnce a month\, the Rev War Center will offer a free homeschool educational day where small school groups can come together and experience one of the educational programs offered by the Center. A minimum of ten students will be needed to host these educational programs\, if the minimum is not met then parents will be notified a week prior that the program will be canceled. \nFor parents with scholars of multiple ages\, don’t fret. Children 7 years old or under will be given a fun coloring and activity packet to complete off to the side so the whole family can enjoy the day. \nFebruary Program: Colonial Living into the Revolutionary War \nStudents will be given a colonial personality in which to view the events leading up to the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The group will discuss the different taxes and events that led to America wanting to declare independence and end by asking\, should we sign the Declaration of Independence? Is it worth it? \nBe sure to register HERE! \nThe Revolutionary War Visitor Center is located at 212 Broad Street Camden\, SC 29020
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/rev-war-center-colonial-living/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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