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SUMMARY:Rev War Center: Native Animals
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Days: SC Native Animals\nby Revolutionary War Center\nWednesday\, Oct 2nd @10am\nGrades 3-12 — FREE\nNote: Not a Cola City event. \nOnce a month\, the Rev War Center offers a free homeschool 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. Programs are geared toward students in 3rd grade through high school. Younger students are welcome to attend and follow along\, but will need the assistance of their guardian throughout the program. \nAdults are welcome to sit in on the program\, just be aware that the focus will be on teaching the young students present. \nOctober Program: South Carolina’s Native Animals \nScholars will head outdoors to find twelve examples of diverse biosystems from South Carolina. Observing the physical attributes of the animals and the environment in which they once lived\, scholars will discuss how changes in the animals’ environment led to a response that was either a mutually beneficial relationship\,  to the species leaving the area\, or even extinction. \nRegister for your spot HERE! \n 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/rev-war-center-native-animals/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T110000
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SUMMARY:Let Grow Play Club: October
DESCRIPTION:Let Grow Play Club: Owens Field\nby Cola City Homeschoolers\nWednsday\, October 2\, 1-3 pm\nFREE — All ages\nThis 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. \nThis 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. \nWe 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 meeting up on WEDNESDAYs at 1 pm in October. \nLet Grow Play Club WEDNESDAYS 1-3 pm now thru May\nOctober’s Location: Owens Field Skate Park 1351 Jim Hamilton Blvd\, Columbia\, SC 29205 \nBring: yard games\, balls/frisbies\, bubbles\, nerf blasters\, sidewalk chalk\, table games/activities\, scooters\, skate boards\, bikes.\nParents also bring beach chairs\, sunscreen\, bottled water and snacks.  \nFor more information about the “Let Grow” initiative\, Click HERE\nContact Kim with any questions or to brainstorm ideas: colacityinfo@gmail.com \nCall or Text if you get lost along the way: 803-307-4880 \nSign up here so we can keep an eye out for you and send you meet-up reminders:\nLoading…
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/let-grow-play-club-october/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Let Grow Club,Parent,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241003T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T173000
DTSTAMP:20260526T191216
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T222534Z
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SUMMARY:Sophocles' Electra -- FREE Performance
DESCRIPTION:Sophocle’s Electra\nby SC Shakespeare Company\nOct 3-5 @7:30pm\nAll Ages — FREE\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nExperience the haunting drama of ‘Electra’ in the crisp embrace of autumn! South Carolina Shakespeare presents Sophocles’ gripping tragedy\, directed by Tracy Steele. \nAs twilight descends and leaves rustle\, wrap yourself in a cozy blanket and let the cool October breeze transport you to ancient Greece where you’ll witness Electra’s burning desire for revenge against her own mother for her father’s murder.  This ancient Greek tragedy crackles with tension as family loyalties unravel and long-buried secrets come to light. Don’t miss this powerful exploration of morality and retribution that will leave you questioning right and wrong… \nAll performances take place at 7:30pm \nVenue: Historic Columbia’s Woodrow Wilson’s Gardens \nFREE ADMISSION \nMore info HERE
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/sophocles-electra-free-performance/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T100000
DTSTAMP:20260526T191216
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SUMMARY:Firefly Gameday: October
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Day\nby Firefly Toys & Games\nFirst Friday of the Month\nAll Ages — Free\nNote: This is not a Cola City Event. We are meeting up there–so keep an eye out for other Cola City connections! \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-gameday-october/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Let Grow Club,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T080000
DTSTAMP:20260526T191216
CREATED:20240917T220352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T220352Z
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SUMMARY:STEM Fest
DESCRIPTION:STEM Fest\nby Clemson University\nSaturday\, Oct 5th @9am\nFREE — All Ages\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nSTEM Fest is a 3 hour community based celebration of Science\, Technology\, Engineering and Math for up to 1000 students and parents. Attendees participate in 50 hands-on stations\, perform experiments\, watch demonstrations and meet professionals from all different career backgrounds. Each station is manned by collegiate and professional volunteers. \nOctober 5 – 9am to noon \n Southside High School\n6630 Frontage Rd\, Greenville SC 29605 \nRegister HERE!
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/stem-fest-2/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241006T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241012T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T191216
CREATED:20240923T045440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T045440Z
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SUMMARY:SC Metric Week
DESCRIPTION:SC Metric Week\nby SC Academy of Science\nOctober 6th-12th\nAll Ages\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nCompanies\, which will eventually employ many of our children\, are gradually producing products to metric system standards.  This means that the jobs of tomorrow will require employees to be able to use metric units.  The US is currently 50% metric\, we are using a hybrid measuring system: metric & customary. \nResources\, printables and templates to teach metrics from the SC Academy of Science
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/sc-metric-week/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T110000
DTSTAMP:20260526T191216
CREATED:20240923T024505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T024945Z
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SUMMARY:Let Grow Play Club: October
DESCRIPTION:Let Grow Play Club: Owens Field\nby Cola City Homeschoolers\nWednsday\, October 9\, 1-3 pm\nFREE — All ages\nThis 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. \nThis 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. \nWe 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 meeting up on WEDNESDAYs at 1 pm in October. \nLet Grow Play Club WEDNESDAYS 1-3 pm now thru May\nOctober’s Location: Owens Field Skate Park 1351 Jim Hamilton Blvd\, Columbia\, SC 29205 \nBring: yard games\, balls/frisbies\, bubbles\, nerf blasters\, sidewalk chalk\, table games/activities\, scooters\, skate boards\, bikes.\nParents also bring beach chairs\, sunscreen\, bottled water and snacks.  \nFor more information about the “Let Grow” initiative\, Click HERE\nContact Kim with any questions or to brainstorm ideas: colacityinfo@gmail.com \nCall or Text if you get lost along the way: 803-307-4880 \nSign up here so we can keep an eye out for you and send you meet-up reminders:\nLoading…
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/let-grow-play-club-october-2/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Interest Club,Let Grow Club,Parent,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241012T173000
DTSTAMP:20260526T191216
CREATED:20240924T223320Z
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SUMMARY:Sophocle's Electra -- FREE Performance
DESCRIPTION:Sophocle’s Electra\nby SC Shakespeare Company\nOct 10-12 @7:30pm\nAll Ages — FREE\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nExperience the haunting drama of ‘Electra’ in the crisp embrace of autumn! South Carolina Shakespeare presents Sophocles’ gripping tragedy\, directed by Tracy Steele. \nAs twilight descends and leaves rustle\, wrap yourself in a cozy blanket and let the cool October breeze transport you to ancient Greece where you’ll witness Electra’s burning desire for revenge against her own mother for her father’s murder.  This ancient Greek tragedy crackles with tension as family loyalties unravel and long-buried secrets come to light. Don’t miss this powerful exploration of morality and retribution that will leave you questioning right and wrong… \nAll performances take place at 7:30pm \nVenue: Historic Columbia’s Woodrow Wilson’s Gardens \nFREE ADMISSION \nMore info HERE
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/sophocles-electra-free-performance-2/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241012T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241012T180000
DTSTAMP:20260526T191216
CREATED:20240817T053252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240817T053252Z
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SUMMARY:So the Story Goes
DESCRIPTION:So the Story Goes\nby Lexington Library\nSaturday\, Oct 12th @7pm\nAll Ages — FREE\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event \nSo the Story Goes is back at the beautifully renovated Virginia Hylton Park. Gather your friends and family\, along with blankets and snacks\, for an evening of spooky tales. Beware\, the event gets scarier as the night goes on. This free community event is presented in partnership with Lexington County Recreation & Aging Commission and Town of Lexington. \nVirginia Hylton Park is located at 111 Maiden Lane in Lexington. \nMore info HERE. \n 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/so-the-story-goes/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T110000
DTSTAMP:20260526T191216
CREATED:20240923T024710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T025010Z
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SUMMARY:Let Grow Play Club: October
DESCRIPTION:Let Grow Play Club: Owens Field\nby Cola City Homeschoolers\nWednesday\, October 16\, 1-3 pm\nFREE — All ages\nThis 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. \nThis 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. \nWe 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 meeting up on WEDNESDAYs at 1 pm in October. \nLet Grow Play Club WEDNESDAYS 1-3 pm now thru May\nOctober’s Location: Owens Field Skate Park 1351 Jim Hamilton Blvd\, Columbia\, SC 29205 \nBring: yard games\, balls/frisbies\, bubbles\, nerf blasters\, sidewalk chalk\, table games/activities\, scooters\, skate boards\, bikes.\nParents also bring beach chairs\, sunscreen\, bottled water and snacks. \nFor more information about the “Let Grow” initiative\, Click HERE\nContact Kim with any questions or to brainstorm ideas: colacityinfo@gmail.com \nCall or Text if you get lost along the way: 803-307-4880 \nSign up here so we can keep an eye out for you and send you meet-up reminders:\nLoading…
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/let-grow-play-club-october-3/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Cola City Classes,Events,FREE,Interest Club,Let Grow Club,Parent,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T191216
CREATED:20241004T014326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T014326Z
UID:31167-1729090800-1729094400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:ACT Webinar: Choosing the "Right" College
DESCRIPTION:Choosing the “Right” College\nby ACT & CollegeWise\nWednesday\, Oct 16 @7pm EST\nFREE — Teens/Parents\nNote: This event is *NOT* hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers. Contact ACT for more information \nFinding Your Fit: Researching & Choosing the Right College\nWednesday\, October 16\, 2024 – 6:00 p.m. CT/7:00 p.m. ET \n\nAbout this session: With over 4\,000 universities just in the US\, it’s no wonder most students feel overwhelmed by the research process to find the right schools. Where do you even begin? \nIn this webinar\, Collegewise admission experts will be sharing top tips on how to effectively conduct college research and solidify a well-rounded list of schools. We want every student to be thrilled about their options. \nBy the end of the session\, you will discover: \n\nHow to do robust and effective research\nWhat factors to consider when conducting college research\nHow to maximize college visits\nHow to create a balanced college list that includes likely\, target\, and reach schools\nHow to find schools that are the right fit for your personality\, aspirations\, and budget\n\nCollege research doesn’t have to be so complicated\, and with Collegewise expert advice\, you’ll be all set to approach it with a greater sense of confidence. \nRegister now and secure your seat!
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/act-webinar-choosing-the-right-college/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Teen,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T120000
DTSTAMP:20260526T191216
CREATED:20240929T222617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240929T222617Z
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SUMMARY:Native American Living History
DESCRIPTION:Native American Living History\nby Keepers of the Word\nFriday\, Oct 18th @9am\nFREE — All Ages\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nExperience hands on activities of a Native American hunting camp circa 1721. \nFeaturing: Storytelling\, Tomahawk Throw\, Flint knapping\, Stone tools\, Hunting skills\, Songs\, Dancing\, Games and more! \nSpace is limited\, registration required. \nTwo sessions for homeschool students: Friday Oct 18th \n\nSession A: 9:00-12:00am\nSession B: 1:00-4:00pm\n\nContact Stacey Daily at: slhdailey@gmail.com to register!
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/native-american-living-history/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T110000
DTSTAMP:20260526T191216
CREATED:20240923T025533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T025611Z
UID:31092-1729242000-1729249200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Sally Salamander Walking Tour: Rescheduled
DESCRIPTION:Sally Salamander Scavenger Hunt (rescheduled)\nBy Cola City Homeschoolers\nFriday\, Oct 18\, 1-3 pm\nFREE — All Ages\nNote: This is a Cola City meet-up. It’s free\, but please scroll down to sign up so we know to keep an eye out for you and can notify you of any changes in case of inclement weather. This Field Trip is another “Let Grow” initative to foster agency and autonomy at age-appropriate levels. \nSally Salamander is a walking tour of downtown Columbia featuring numbered\, bronze statues of South Carolina’s state amphibian\, the spotted salamander. The tour was presented by the Leadership Columbia class of 2009. We’ll meet-up at Columbia SC Visitors Center to get started! \nI’m Sally\, Columbia SC’s official amphibian ambassador! As you look for me around downtown\, be sure to notice the beautiful architecture and cultural icons of South Carolina’s capital city. We pride ourselves on maintaining our rich history as we build for the future. When you spot me along your journey\, feel free to pet me. Like our locals\, I am friendly and full of Southern graciousness. \nStreet Parking available near Columbia Regional Visitors Center\, 1120 Lincoln Street Columbia\, SC 29201. Contact Kim with Cola City Homeschoolers if you’re lost along the way or running late: 803-307-4880\n \nWe will be exploring the spots along Main Street and looping back to the start. We won’t cover the entire distance of them all. You can come back to find the rest on your own (or we can schedule part 2). Families with younger children\, please consider the walking distance and duration of time. If we need to split up into older/younger groups. \nSign up here so we can keep an eye out for you and send you meet-up reminders:\nLoading…
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/sally-salamander-rescheduled/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Interest Club,Let Grow Club,Teen
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T191216
CREATED:20241017T011938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T011938Z
UID:31200-1729310400-1729342800@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Bridge Day
DESCRIPTION:Bridge Day\nby Spivey Sparks (TPT)\nSaturday\, Oct 19th\nAll Ages — FREE\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nDid you know? \nToday is Bridge Day\, a celebration commemorating the building of the New River Gorge Bridge in West Virginia.  But we can celebrate it here in SC by building our own bridges! \nHere’s a FREE  STEM activity from Spivey Sparks on Teachers Pay Teachers that will walk you through the math\, science\, and planning that goes into building a functional bridge.  Test your build to see if it will withstand weight\, water\, and even simulated natural disasters! \nFind the FREE PDF HERE!
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/bridge-day/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T100000
DTSTAMP:20260526T191216
CREATED:20240830T232844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T232844Z
UID:31001-1729324800-1729332000@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Kid's Pinball Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Little Flippers Pinball Tournament\nby Bang Back Pinball Lounge\nEvery 3rd Saturday from 12-2 pm\nFREE — ages 4-12\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City activity. If you’re going\, let other know to meet-up with you there! Contact Bang Back Lounge for more information \nEvery THIRD SATURDAY between 12-2 pm\, Bang Back is hosting a Little Flippers Tournament! This is a FREE Kids tournament for ages 4-12. Bring the whole family to learn something new about pinball\, enjoy some food from the Funky Fresh Food Truck\, and have fun! Directly afterwards we will have our Sensory Sensitive Fun time for kids with sensory needs to have a space of their own do discover and learn about the game we all love… PINBALL!
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/kids-pinball-tournament/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T110000
DTSTAMP:20260526T191216
CREATED:20240923T025032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T025032Z
UID:31086-1729674000-1729681200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Let Grow Play Club: October
DESCRIPTION:Let Grow Play Club: Owens Field\nby Cola City Homeschoolers\nWednesday\, October 23\, 1-3 pm\nFREE — All ages\nThis 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. \nThis 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. \nWe 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 meeting up on WEDNESDAYs at 1 pm in October. \nLet Grow Play Club WEDNESDAYS 1-3 pm now thru May\nOctober’s Location: Owens Field Skate Park 1351 Jim Hamilton Blvd\, Columbia\, SC 29205 \nBring: yard games\, balls/frisbies\, bubbles\, nerf blasters\, sidewalk chalk\, table games/activities\, scooters\, skate boards\, bikes.\nParents also bring beach chairs\, sunscreen\, bottled water and snacks. \nFor more information about the “Let Grow” initiative\, Click HERE\nContact Kim with any questions or to brainstorm ideas: colacityinfo@gmail.com \nCall or Text if you get lost along the way: 803-307-4880 \nSign up here so we can keep an eye out for you and send you meet-up reminders:\nLoading…
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/let-grow-play-club-october-4/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Let Grow Club,Parent,Teen
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T191216
CREATED:20241022T204110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T204111Z
UID:31216-1729764000-1729769400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Workshop: Learning Differences
DESCRIPTION:Adapting Curriculum for Struggling Learners:\nVirtual Workshop\nby SC Homeschooling Connection\nwith BJU Press/Homeworks\nThursday\, Oct 24 at 2pm\nFREE — Parent/Educators\nNote this is a free event by SC Homeschooling Connection. Scroll down to register so we can send you the zoom link and keep an eye out for you.\nThe workshop will also be recorded for replay. \nAdapting Curriculum for Struggling Learners: Discover ideas for planning\, scheduling\, and adapting materials to meet your child’s learning style. Examples will be shown from BJU resources. But\, you can use these strategies for any resources. \nPeggy has been involved in education for over 35 years as a homeschool mom\, classroom teacher\, substitute teacher\, tutor\, and elementary-level curriculum writer. Working with her own struggling learner at home as well as substituting in a Christian special education school led Peggy to pursue further training through a special education degree. She has the desire for every child to acquire the tools he or she needs to reach their full God-given potential. Peggy and her husband\, Arnold\, live in South Carolina. They have three grown children. Peggy is a consultant with HomeWorks by Precept and convention workshop presenter. She stays in touch with homeschooling as her oldest daughter homeschools four of their grandchildren. \nRegister here to reserve your space!
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/virtual-workshop-learning-differences/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:FREE,Parent,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T153000
DTSTAMP:20260526T191216
CREATED:20240923T035232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T155157Z
UID:31102-1729778400-1729783800@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Bonfire Meet-up for Teens: Cancelled
DESCRIPTION:Bonfire Meet-up for Teens\nby Cola City & Akoma Cares\nThursday\, Oct 24 at 6 pm\nTeens 12+ — Free\nNote: This activity is a collaboration with Cola City and Akoma Cares. This event has been cancelled. The bonfire area needed some cleanup which had initially been scheduled prior to the storm. The clean up was postponed because of the storm though. \nNow\, the area has more significant clean up needed as storm recovery. The bonfire event is postponed till the area can be assessed for use later in the Spring. \nGot other meet-up and volunteer ideas? Contact Kim at colacityinfo@gmail.com  \n 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/bonfire-meet-up-for-teens/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:FREE,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T110000
DTSTAMP:20260526T191216
CREATED:20241017T004138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T004138Z
UID:31189-1729922400-1729940400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:SEED STEM Festival
DESCRIPTION:SEED STEM Festival\nby Ruth Patrick Science Education Center\nSaturday\, Oct 26th @10am\nFREE — All Ages\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nWHAT IS SEED? \n  \nThe Ruth Patrick Science Education Center at the University of South Carolina Aiken (USC Aiken) will host the 39th annual SEED STEM Festival\, October 26th on the university campus\, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. This event is free and open to the public.\nImagine getting up close with honeybees\, petting an alligator\, learning how to make a rain garden\, investigating a carnivorous plant\, driving a championship robot\, or virtually traveling through outer space.  Guests will be able to do just that at SEED. \nThe event will celebrate innovations in the areas of STEM (science\, technology\, engineering\, mathematics). Student groups\, regional corporations\, museums\, professional organizations\, government agencies\, educators\, and national labs will join forces to create and present engaging hands-on activities for guests of all ages.  \nWe plan this event each year to give young learners up close and personal interaction with real-world scientists\, engineers\, and other technical professionals. The goal is to increase awareness of the role STEM plays in society and that it can also be fun. We recognize that as a society we must continue to excite and engage families about STEM fields.  \n  \nHighlights of the 2023 38th Annual SEED STEM Festival include: \n• More than 60 hands-on exhibits and activities \n• Exhibits from the Aiken County EMS\, American Nuclear Society\, Savannah River National Lab\, SCDHEC\, USC Aiken\, Savannah River Nuclear Solutions\, Southern Nuclear\, and more \n• Demonstrations of technologies and intriguing science including robotics\, nuclear power\, flight\, biology\, chemistry\, neuroscience\, biodiversity\, and more \n  \nEvery year\, this event is presented by the Ruth Patrick Science Education Center at USC Aiken working closely with the Aiken County Public School District.  \nMore information can be found here. 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/seed-stem-festival/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T191216
CREATED:20241017T005855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T005855Z
UID:31193-1729926000-1729947600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:SC Korean Festival
DESCRIPTION:2024 SC Korean Festival\nby Columbia Korean United Presbyterian Church\nSaturday\, Oct 26th @11am\nFREE — All Ages\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nCome celebrate Korean culture and enjoy great food at the SC Korean Festival! The Festival features dance and musical performances from centuries past to modern day\, including a K-Pop dance contest. There will also be taekwando demonstrations and audience participation activities and games. \nFor those that love Korean cuisine\, there will be Korean favorites like kimchi\, kimbap\, Korean corndogs\, and bulgogi as well as Korean desserts! \nCome learn about the Korean community in Columbia at this event sponsored by the Korean Community Presbyterian Church. \nAdmission for the event is free and tickets can be purchased for food and activities on-site. Cash and debit/credit cards accepted. All profits go to local charities \nInfo about this event here.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/sc-korean-festival/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241027T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241027T120000
DTSTAMP:20260526T191216
CREATED:20240831T005315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240831T005315Z
UID:31016-1730016000-1730030400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Fall into Science 2024
DESCRIPTION:Fall into Science 2024\nby Theta Tau & Zeta Delta at USC\nSunday\, October 27\, noon-4pm\nFREE — All ages\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. If you’re going\, let others on the FB group know–so we can meet-up with other homeschoolers. \nA free and fun STEM outreach event hosted by the University of South Carolina’s only professional co-ed engineering fraternity. Free admission & all are welcome! Come enjoy some cool science experiments with our brothers\, and root for your favorite team in the Pumpkin Chunkin’ trebuchet competition! We hope to see you there! \nLocation: 1300 Wheat St\, Columbia\, SC 29201
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/fall-into-science-2024/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241028T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241028T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T191216
CREATED:20240830T224310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T224310Z
UID:30982-1730122200-1730127600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Trunk or Treat
DESCRIPTION:Trunk or Treat\nBy Historic Columbia\nMonday\, October 28\, 5:30-7pm\nFREE — Public\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City Event. Contact Historic Columbia for more information \nPut on your costume and join Historic Columbia for a safe\, fun\, and FREE Halloween experience on Monday\, October 28\, 2024\, from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. Community members and local organizations throughout the city of Columbia will meet on the grounds of Robert Mills House to pass out candy to local Columbia kids!\nAwards and prizes for the best costumes and best decorated trunk/table will be given at 6:45 p.m. Don’t forget to check out the fun games and activities at the Robert Mills Carriage House!\nFollow the Trunk or Treat Facebook Event HERE
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/trunk-or-treat/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T110000
DTSTAMP:20260526T191216
CREATED:20240923T035939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T035940Z
UID:31104-1730278800-1730286000@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Hide-n-Seek Trick-or-Treat
DESCRIPTION:Hide n Seek Trick or Treat\nBy Cola City Homeschoolers  Wednesday\, Oct 30 @1 pm\nAll ages — FREE\nLet’s celebrate Halloween with a fun outing at the park. Meet up at Owens Field Skate Park\, 1351 Jim Hamilton Blvd\, Columbia\, SC 29205 \nDress up in your costumes and bring a bag of candy to contribute. We’ll play for a while at the park while we get organized with a few teen/adult volunteers who will hide along the trail with a stash of candy. \nWe’ll instruct the participants so they know where to safely look for candy keepers. Parents are asked to supervise young children. This is not a drop-off event. \nBring: a bag of candy to donate to the game. Bring your own trick or treat bag or container to collect goodies. \nNo sign up\, just show up.\nContact Kim 803-307-4880 or colacityinfo@gmail.com\nCall or text if you get lost along the way or for inclement weather. \nIf you’d like to get on the reminder list for Let Grow Club Park Meet-ups\, here’s the form: \nLoading…
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/hide-n-seek-trick-or-treat-2/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Holiday,Let Grow Club,Teen
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