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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:20240104T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240104T140000
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Hub at Chapin Branch Library
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Hub\nby Chapin Branch Library\nMonday\, Jan 4th @6pm\nFREE — Parents\nLisa Baghdady\, veteran homeschooling mother of six\, co-director and high school English instructor at Dutch Fork Homeschool Resource Center\, a tutoring center for homeschoolers\, and a freelance copyeditor/proofreader and writer will be here to discuss all things homeschooling English/Language Arts for all ages. Bring your questions— she’s got answers! \nContact the branch if an individual with a disability needs reasonable accommodations or support. \nChapin Branch Library is located at 129 NW Columbia Ave\, Chapin\, SC \nMore info on the Chapin Branch Library HERE 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/homeschool-hub-at-chapin-branch-library/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Parent
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240105T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240105T090000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231217T010628Z
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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:20240111T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240111T063000
DTSTAMP:20260527T173005
CREATED:20231203T014603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231203T014647Z
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SUMMARY:SC Military Museum STEM: The Darkest Dark
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nSTEM series: The Darkest Dark\nby SC Military Museum\nThursday\, Jan 11th @10:30am\nFREE — K-5th\n  \nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nSCMM’s Homeschool STEM series takes place most Thursdays at 10:30am and consists of a short lesson and hands-on activity. \nSpace is limited to the first 20 registrants. Registration is required for all participants (students)- adults do not need to register. \nAdults are expected to stay with and assist their students throughout the class.  All ages and abilities welcome\, most lessons are appropriate for K through 5th grade. \nClasses last approximately one hour. \nRegistered participants are asked to cancel their registration in a timely manner if plans change or they are unable to fulfil their spot so that other participants may attend. \nPlease contact Jennifer at 803-299-2730 or jennifer.gossett@scmd.sc.gov with any questions. \nSC Military Museum is located at 1 National Guard Rd Columbia\, SC 29201
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/sc-military-museum-stem-the-darkest-dark/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240115T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260527T173005
CREATED:20231130T022407Z
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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:20240116T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240116T150000
DTSTAMP:20260527T173005
CREATED:20231128T010306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T010306Z
UID:29875-1705413600-1705417200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Managing Eco-Anxiety- Virtual Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Managing Eco-Anxiety through Outdoor Learning\nby Outdoor Learning Store\nTuesday\, Jan 16 @7pm\nFREE — Parent/Educators\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City Event. For more information\, contact The Outdoor Learning Store Workshop Series. \nThe Outdoor Learning Virtual Workshop Seasonal Series \n\n\nWe are excited to offer this series in partnership with Take Me Outside and our Outdoor Learning Partners! \n\nRegistration is FREE and there will be plenty of draw prizes for attendees!\nAll registrants will receive a discount code to access outdoor learning resources when they register\nWorkshops are 60 minutes and will take place at 7pm Eastern\nFor those who can’t attend live these will each be recorded and posted on our Recordings Page\nFollowing the workshop\, participants will receive a link through which they can access a Certificate of Attendance\nSubscribe to our seasonal updates to stay in the loop on these and future workshops\n\nWith Educators and Earth Rangers\, Stephanie Doyle and Nicole Forsyth\n\nWhen kids are worried about the environment\, they can feel scared\, overwhelmed and even hopeless. This is called eco-anxiety. But what can we do about it? \nHow about turning Eco-Anxiety into Eco-Action? Eco-anxiety is a valid response to the real challenges our kids see around them. As adults\, our job isn’t to make their concerns go away; it’s to help channel them into positive action. Join Stephanie and Nicole who will share research and practical ways on how Outdoor Learning and Environmental Action can help to manage Eco-Anxiety. \nStephanie Doyle\, PhD\, is the Education Programs Manager at Earth Rangers. Earth Rangers Homeroom supports K-6 educators in transforming children’s concerns about the environment into positive action through classroom resources\, an eco clubs program and the “Eco-Anxiety to Eco-Action” micro-credential. \nNicole Forsyth is the Managing Director for Earth Rangers\, USA\, a nonprofit committed to instilling environmental knowledge\, positivity\, and the confidence to take action in every child in Canada and now the United States. \nAll registrants will be entered to win some great draw prizes! Following the workshop\, you will receive a discount code to access the resources shared\, the recording\, and a link to access your Certificate of Attendance. \nLearn more from Earth Rangers Experts in our: \n\n‘Eco Anxiety to Eco Action’ Podcast Episode \n\nTake Action with Climate Education: \n\nGroundswell: Indigenous Knowledge and a Call to Action for Climate Change \nTeaching Kids about Climate Change\nTeaching Teens About Climate Change 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/outdoorlearningseries/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240117T030000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240117T120000
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SUMMARY:Kid Inventor's Day FREE Printable
DESCRIPTION:Kid Inventor’s Day printable\nby Chalkboard Academy on TPT\nWednesday\, Jan 17th\nFREE — K-5\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City Event \nJanuary 17 is Kid Inventors’ Day (KID)\, a day to encourage all the children in your life to think outside the box and invent something.  Did you know… that the snowmobile\, popsicles\, and braille were all invented by children?  The unofficial holiday commemorates the birthday of all-around genius and kid inventor\, Benjamin Franklin\, and celebrates kid inventors around the world. It also aims to encourage children to be curious about the world around them and to be creative when solving problems.  Franklin\, one of the most prolific persons in history was responsible for inventing the precursor to the swimming flippers at the age of eleven\, a year after he stopped going to school. His invention was made for the hands instead of the feet. \nThis Create Your Own Invention Worksheet combines creative writing\, science and math! The creative thinking opportunity makes this the perfect science bellringer worksheet for elementary aged students. \nFind the link here.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/kid-inventors-day-free-printable/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240118T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240118T063000
DTSTAMP:20260527T173005
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SUMMARY:SC Military Museum STEM: Air Powered Rockets
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nSTEM Series: Air Powered Rockets\nby SC Military Museum\nThursday\, Jan 18th @10:30am\nFREE — K-5th\n  \nNote: This is NOT a Cola City Event. \nSCMM’s Homeschool STEM series takes place most Thursdays at 10:30am and consists of a short lesson and hands-on activity. \nSpace is limited to the first 20 registrants. Registration is required for all participants (students)- adults do not need to register. \nAdults are expected to stay with and assist their students throughout the class.  All ages and abilities welcome\, most lessons are appropriate for K through 5th grade. \nClasses last approximately one hour. \nRegistered participants are asked to cancel their registration in a timely manner if plans change or they are unable to fulfil their spot so that other participants may attend. \nPlease contact Jennifer at 803-299-2730 or jennifer.gossett@scmd.sc.gov with any questions. \nSC Military Museum is located at 1 National Guard Rd Columbia\, SC 29201
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/sc-military-museum-stem-air-powered-rockets/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240121T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240122T185900
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SUMMARY:Envirothon Coach's Training
DESCRIPTION:Envirothon Coach’s Training\nSaturday\, February 3 from 8:45-2:30\nFREE — Educator/Parent\nREGISTER by Jan 22: HERE\nNOTE: This is not hosted by Cola City homeschoolers\, but we are looking for a volunteer who would like to facilitate a team for Cola City. \nSC Envirothon (environmental science competition for high school students) will be held on April 26. Training for coaches is on February 3 from 8:45-2:30 (FREE) and lunch is provided. Richland County coaches may be eligible for a $500 stipend.\nDetails at: https://www.dnr.sc.gov/education/Envirothon/ \nAnyone want to facilitate a team? The training is FREE\, so you can find out what all you need to do (how many students we need to recruit). There’s no obligation to bring a team to the competition in April\, either. \nSC Envirothon Training Trunks are available for coaches to borrow from local Soil and Water Conservation Districts. Trunks are filled with professional environmental tools and activities to prepare students for practical portions of the competition. Plus additional resources\, including training videos and PDFs\, registration materials\, and event information. I could be willing to partner as a support for the coach–if you want\, too. \nCoaches registration deadline: January 22!\n\nDuring the Envirothon\, high school student teams are tested on their knowledge of five areas of environmental science (wildlife\, forestry\, soil science\, aquatics\, and a current topic) and their performance on an oral presentation. Teams consist of 3-5 students plus an alternate (optional) in grades 9-12. Each team must have the support of a team coach. \nThe 2024 Competition Theme is “Renewable Energy for a Sustainable Future.”
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/envirothon-coachs-training/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:Events,FREE,Green Steps,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240122T030000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240204T170000
DTSTAMP:20260527T173005
CREATED:20231207T055851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231207T055851Z
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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:20260527T173005
CREATED:20240109T234323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T234323Z
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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:20240126T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240126T100000
DTSTAMP:20260527T173005
CREATED:20240122T021732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T023542Z
UID:30061-1706256000-1706263200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Ride the Comet: Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Ride the Comet Workshop\nby Cola City Homeschoolers/Let Grow Club\nFriday\, January 26 from 1-3pm\nFree — Ages 12+\nNote: This is a Cola City activity as part of the Let Grow Club initiatives to develop agency and autonomy. Scroll down to register (space is limited). \nSpace is limited\, so we will have to prioritize teens (ages 12+) for this event. We hope to schedule another follow-up–with or without the city/community co-ordinator. If you have younger siblings\, you can sign up just your teen participant to be chaperoned/accompanied by Cola City. \nThis is a great opportunity for learning about how to read the bus routes and plan out your own adventure. It’s important to know the transportation options that are available in our area. You may have to save up for a car\, have car trouble\, lose your ability to drive\, want to save gas money or just not have the patience to deal with parking and traffic.  \nIt’s also important to remember that if something happens to your car\, bicycle or you can’t afford Uber\, Lyft or Taxi\, your employer\, your doctor\, and others will expect you to find another way and show up. \nITINERARY: Meet at 12:45-1 pm at Harbison Walmart SuperStop. Look for Cola City/Kim and Comet/Brittany to greet you. Depart 1:10 pm: We will ride the bus downtown to the Comet Central Station for an orientation/hands-on activity. 2:15 depart back on Comet to the Harbison Walmart SuperStop at 3 pm. \nTravel Training Videos to watch before our tour: \n\n“How to Plan Your Trip”-\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yia-GXjXZ5M&t=7\n\n“How to Ride”- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DwlPOy2l-Nc\n“How to Ride DART”- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EOfGwu4ZERw\n\nRegister HERE to reserve your seat/s for this event: 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/ride-the-comet-workshop/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:Cola City Classes,Field Trip,FREE,Let Grow Club,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240201T030000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240201T040000
DTSTAMP:20260527T173005
CREATED:20231221T052559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231221T052559Z
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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:20260527T173005
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:20240202T030000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240202T040000
DTSTAMP:20260527T173005
CREATED:20231228T202231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231228T202231Z
UID:29993-1706842800-1706846400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Groundhog Day FREE printable
DESCRIPTION:Groundhog Day Fact Book\nby Teachers Pay Teachers\nFriday\, Feb 2nd\nFREE — K-3\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nThis Mini Groundhog Day Fact Book is a fun way to review facts about groundhogs and Groundhog Day! Each page has a topic tab and facts! \nThis freebie is part of a larger pack that is an optional purchase($4) on the website by The Curious Hippo.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/groundhog-day-free-printable/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240202T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240202T090000
DTSTAMP:20260527T173005
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:20240205T030000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240205T040000
DTSTAMP:20260527T173005
CREATED:20231217T004540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231217T004540Z
UID:29970-1707102000-1707105600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Online Book Club with TSCHAA
DESCRIPTION:Online Book Club\nby TSCHAA\nFeb 5-9\nFREE — Parents\n  \nDid you know professional development is important for all careers\, including homeschooling?? One of the best ways to grow as a homeschool educator is to read books about homeschooling! \nYou are invited to join TSCHAA for an online book discussion for The Modern Miss Mason by Leah Boden. We will read the book on our own and then discuss it online from February 5-9 in a private online group. This is open to ALL homeschool parents. \nRegistration opens soon!
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/online-book-club-with-tschaa/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T070000
DTSTAMP:20260527T173005
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240208T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240208T063000
DTSTAMP:20260527T173005
CREATED:20231203T020558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231203T020558Z
UID:29912-1707370200-1707373800@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:SC Military Museum STEM: Cross the River Challenge
DESCRIPTION:STEM Series: Cross the River Challenge\nby SC Military Museum\nThursday\, Feb 8th @10:30am\nFREE — K-5th\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nSCMM’s Homeschool STEM series takes place most Thursdays at 10:30am and consists of a short lesson and hands-on activity. \nSpace is limited to the first 20 registrants. Registration is required for all participants (students)- adults do not need to register. \nAdults are expected to stay with and assist their students throughout the class.  All ages and abilities welcome\, most lessons are appropriate for K through 5th grade. \nClasses last approximately one hour. \nRegistered participants are asked to cancel their registration in a timely manner if plans change or they are unable to fulfil their spot so that other participants may attend. \nPlease contact Jennifer at 803-299-2730 or jennifer.gossett@scmd.sc.gov with any questions. \nSC Military Museum is located at 1 National Guard Rd Columbia\, SC 29201
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/sc-military-museum-stem-cross-the-river-challenge/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240209T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240209T090000
DTSTAMP:20260527T173005
CREATED:20231217T002907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231217T012025Z
UID:29967-1707454800-1707469200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Careers in Education at Newberry College
DESCRIPTION:Careers in Education\nby Newberry College\nFriday\, Feb 9th @10am\nFREE — Teens\n  \nNewberry College Department of Education would like to cordially invite you and your students to a special day of education activities.  Join us for a tour of the Japanese Gardens where we will be working on math problems and math activities. \n Then we will treat you to a free meal and finally there will be a time to meet and greet local experts.  These experts will discuss how their education has helped them in their careers.  This event is not just for future teachers we would like to welcome anyone who would like to join us. \n The event is planned for February 9\, 2024 at Newberry College \nFrom 10:00am -2:00pm \nWe will meet at The Center for Teacher Education \n1121 Speers Street \nNewberry\, SC  29108 \nPLEASE RSVP to Angelia Bedenbaugh at angelia.bedenbaugh@newberry.edu  no later than January 29\, 2024 \nMore information on Newberry College’s Department of Education HERE.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/careers-in-education-at-newberry-college/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240212T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240212T140000
DTSTAMP:20260527T173005
CREATED:20240118T073111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T073111Z
UID:30041-1707742800-1707746400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Chapin Library: Valentine's Exchange
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Hub: Valentine’s Exchange\nby Chapin Branch Library\nMonday\, Feb 12 @ 6pm\nAll Ages — FREE\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nJoin us for our Homeschool Valentines exchange!  Bring a dozen valentines\, candy or small token gifts to exchange. There will be fun and games for all. \nContact the branch if an individual with a disability needs reasonable accommodations or support: \nJosie Seacrist \nBranch Librarian \nChapin Branch Library \n129 NW Columbia Ave \nChapin\, SC 29036 \nPH 803.345.5479 \nwww.lex.lib.sc.us
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/chapin-library-valentines-exchange/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Holiday,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240215T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240215T063000
DTSTAMP:20260527T173005
CREATED:20231203T021435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231203T021435Z
UID:29915-1707975000-1707978600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:SC Military Museum STEM: Hiking Backpacks
DESCRIPTION:STEM series: Hiking Backpacks\nby SC Military Museum\nThursday\, Feb 15th @10:30am\nFREE — K-5th\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nSCMM’s Homeschool STEM series takes place most Thursdays at 10:30am and consists of a short lesson and hands-on activity. \nSpace is limited to the first 20 registrants. Registration is required for all participants (students)- adults do not need to register. \nAdults are expected to stay with and assist their students throughout the class.  All ages and abilities welcome\, most lessons are appropriate for K through 5th grade. \nClasses last approximately one hour. \nRegistered participants are asked to cancel their registration in a timely manner if plans change or they are unable to fulfil their spot so that other participants may attend. \nPlease contact Jennifer at 803-299-2730 or jennifer.gossett@scmd.sc.gov with any questions. \nSC Military Museum is located at 1 National Guard Rd Columbia\, SC 29201
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/sc-military-museum-stem-hiking-backpacks/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T140000
DTSTAMP:20260527T173005
CREATED:20240216T000935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T001010Z
UID:30127-1708432200-1708437600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Homeschool Huddle: Discus Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Huddle: Discus Workshop\nBy South Congaree Branch/Lexington Library\nTuesday\, February 20 at 5:30 pm\nFREE — Parents/Educators\n  \nNOTE: This is *NOT* a Cola City event. Please contact Lexington Library for more details. \nHomeschool Huddle is a monthly workshop hosted by South Congaree-Pineridge Branch Library at 200 Sunset Drive\, West Columbia\, SC 29172. \nTuesday\, Feb 20\, 5:30 PM: Reference coordinator for the library system\, Amanda Stone\, will be the guest speaker and will present a workshop on using Discus. It is truly a hidden gem! Come learn how to use this wonderful tool in your homeschool. \nYouth services staff will hang out with your children and work on some STEM activities or they can sit in on the parent workshop if you prefer that. \nNo need to sign up\, just show up. You do not have to be a county resident to learn about the Discus resource–it’s available statewide for all SC residents. \nContact Branch Librarian for questions.\nCarol Clark\, 803.785.3050\nCCLARK@lex.lib.sc.us 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/homeschool-huddle-discus/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240223T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240223T070000
DTSTAMP:20260527T173005
CREATED:20240215T002622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T002622Z
UID:30120-1708666200-1708671600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Among Us at the Museum
DESCRIPTION:Among Us at the Museum\nby Liz Cordova @ SC State Museum\nFriday\, Feb 23rd @10:30 am\nAges 10+ — FREE\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City Event \nCome join us for ROUND 3 of Among Us at the museum. We had such a great time last time that we are going to do it again. Hosi has it all ready to go. We are really hoping that more kids will be able to join us this go round. It is open to 10 and up. The biggest thing is they will need a phone that can text because that is how they will be communicating during the game.\n–For those who are not familiar with how we play Among Us think of it as a scavenger hunt while playing tag. We will give them an envelope with their “tasks” and the one who is it will have something else.\n–The tasks will be clues that they have to figure out what and where it is.in the museum. We do stay within a certain area.\n–The museum is free as long as you bring proof of Homeschooling. (like a card or letter)\n–Little siblings can tag along but won’t be able to play. We are really wanting to be able to let the 10 and ups have the ability to hurry and get things done before the “tagger” wins.\nHosi is super excited to be able to host ROUND 3!\nI will be pinning a head count at the top of the page so please let me know how many will be joining there.\nWe look forward to seeing everyone there! \nRemember: You get into the State Museum for FREE with your association’s membership card. \nThe SC State Museum is located at 301 Gervais St in Columbia\, SC. \nPlease RSVP HERE so the organizers have a head count for this event!
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/among-us-at-the-museum/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240229T030000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240229T120000
DTSTAMP:20260527T173005
CREATED:20240111T002758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T002758Z
UID:30003-1709175600-1709208000@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:FREE Leap Day Time Capsule
DESCRIPTION:Leap Day Time Capsule Printables\nby Ms Duffys Dream on TPT\nThursday\, Feb 29th\nAll Ages — FREE\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City Event. \nEnjoy this freebie Time Capsule activity.  Celebrate Leap Day by having students write letters to themselves to save until the next leap year. Additional math skip-counting sheet for early finishers. \nBonus: Leap Day is a great time to learn about frogs! Here’s an instructional on how to make leaping origami frogs! From Easy Peasy and Fun.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/free-leap-day-time-capsule/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240301T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240301T090000
DTSTAMP:20260527T173005
CREATED:20231221T061253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231221T061253Z
UID:29991-1709276400-1709283600@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-5/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240306T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240306T070000
DTSTAMP:20260527T173005
CREATED:20240114T020054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240114T020054Z
UID:30027-1709701200-1709708400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Rev War Center: Revolutionary Medicine & Disease
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Day: Revolutionary Medicine & Disease\nby Revolutionary War Center\nWednesday\, March 6th @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. \nMarch: Revolutionary Medicine & Diseases \nStep into the surgery\, diagnose and treat patients from a battle or even sick prisoners of war during the American Revolution in South Carolina. Will a limb need to be amputated? What is the treatment for a fever and rash all over the body? Come be a physician’s apprentice for a day and learn all about 18th century medical practices and how far medicine has come since the American Revolution. \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-revolutionary-medicine-disease/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240307T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240307T150000
DTSTAMP:20260527T173005
CREATED:20240304T203047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240304T203121Z
UID:30174-1709787600-1709823600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:First Thursday @CMA
DESCRIPTION:Free First Thursday\nat the Columbia Museum of Art\nThursday March 7\, 10 am-8pm\nall ages\nNote: This event is not hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers\, please contact the museum for more information \nEnjoy free admission and extended hours. Take a guided tour of two featured exhibitions\, Darrel Ellis: Regeneration and Interior Lives: Modern American Spaces at 6:00 p.m. Last gallery entry at 7:30 p.m. Be on Boyd Plaza in the evening for live music\, food vendors\, and a beer garden. Free. Plaza events by First Thursday on Main. Free admission courtesy of Dominion Energy. Generous support provided by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program. \nHomeschoolers interested to meet-up–at 1 pm in the lobby. Let’s explore together! Contact Kim at 803-307-4880 or colacityinfo@gmail.com so we know to keep an eye out for you. 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/first-thurs-cma/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T130000
DTSTAMP:20260527T173005
CREATED:20240114T014427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240114T014427Z
UID:30021-1710388800-1710421200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Pi Day FREE Printables
DESCRIPTION:Pi Day Activities\nby Elementary Inquiry on TPT\nThursday\, March 14th\nFREE — 5th-8th\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nA list of 10 different Pi Day activities that you can do at the last minute with no prior planning and minimal materials. A word search and Pi digits poster are included! Some ideas can be completed in just a few minutes\, while others could fill an entire lesson! Choose just one activity if you can’t set aside much time to celebrate\, or do them all for loads of Pi Day fun! \nThis download is one pdf file that includes: \n★A list of 10 activity ideas to celebrate Pi Day \n★A word search and answer key \n★A Pi Digits Poster listing the first 1\,000 digits of Pi
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/pi-day-free-printables/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T150000
DTSTAMP:20260527T173005
CREATED:20240309T042857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240309T042857Z
UID:30189-1710424800-1710428400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Homeschool Hub: March
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Hub\nby Chapin Branch Library\nThursday\, March 14 @6pm\nFREE — all ages\nNOTE: This is NOT a Cola City Event\, but we are helping the library get a count of the attendees\, so please scroll down to RSVP. \nHomeschool Hub is a monthly meet-up at Chapin Branch Library\, with topics and activities specifically geared for homeschool families. It’s a great opportunity to hang out and socialize with other local homeschoolers–and connect with common interests. The goal is to spark a sense of community and belonging. \nChapin Branch Library is located at 129 NW Columbia Ave\, Chapin\, SC \nThis workshop\, on Thursday\, March 14 at 6pm is fun for all ages to learn from a local master gardener about getting kids involved in gardening. Learn some basics to help you get inspired and started! \nContact Chapin Librarian\, Josie Seacrest with any questions: 803.345.5479 or JSeacrist@lex.lib.sc.us Also\, contact the branch if an individual with a disability needs reasonable accommodations or support. \nRSVP so the library can prepare supplies for participants. You will get an automated email reminder too: \n \n 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/homeschool-hub-march/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Events,FREE,Let Grow Club
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