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SUMMARY:Irmo International Festival
DESCRIPTION:Irmo International Festival\nPublic event: Not hosted by Cola City\nSunday\, April 26\nMore Info CLICK HERE\nThe Sharpvue Irmo International Festival (SIIF) is a nonprofit event dedicated to celebrating the cultures\, traditions\, and people that make our community vibrant. Join us for a lively day of international food\, music\, performances\, and activities that bring neighbors together through shared experiences. \nSunday\, April 26\, 2026Moore Park · Irmo\, South Carolina \nCome experience the flavors\, sounds\, and stories of cultures from around the world! It’s a day of connection\, discovery\, and fun for all ages. \nWhat to Expect:• International food vendors• Cultural performances and music• Local vendors and artisans• Family-friendly activities• Community celebration of global cultures
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/irmo-international-festival/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Game Day: May
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Game 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 Cola City PLUS initiative. Socializing and communnity building with “Third Place” spaces. Read more about Socialization with Cola City PLUS \nNo need to sign up–just show up.\nCommunication updates thru Our School Hangout App.\nSet up your account to try for free now (pay later\, only $5/month)
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/homeschool-game-day-may-2/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T060000
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SUMMARY:Festival at the Friar's Gate
DESCRIPTION:Festival of the Friar’s Gate\nMay 16-17\nMoore Park in Irmo\, SC 29063\nPublic Event — Free\nNOTE: This is a public event\, *not* hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers. More information HERE \nHEAR YE\, HEAR YE! Let it be known throughout the realm! \nThe First Grand Festival at the Friar’s Gate shall be held upon the 16th and 17th days of May in the Year of our Realm\, 2026 within the Irmese village of Ravenmoore\, where sea serpents guard the lake and old magic stirs in the soil. \nCome ye one\, come ye all\, to a place out of time\, where jesters shall tumble\, blades shall clash\, music shall rise\, and tankards shall overflow with cheer. Marvel at strange beasts\, rare crafts\, enchanted wares\, and ancient customs. Witness contests of skill and honor\, and feast like kings ‘neath the banners of yore. \nLet thy garb be fine and thy spirits high\, for the gates of the fair shall open at the tenth bell. \nRavenmoore awaits thee with open arms\, and the old road knows the way… \n~ So Declared in Ink and Wax\, by the Keeper of the Raven Banner
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/festival-at-the-friars-gate/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T080000
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Game Day: June
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Game 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 Cola City PLUS initiative. Socializing and communnity building with “Third Place” spaces. Read more about Socialization with Cola City PLUS \nNo need to sign up–just show up.\nCommunication updates thru Our School Hangout App.\nSet up your account to try for free now (pay later\, only $5/month)
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/homeschool-game-day-june-2/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T200000
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SUMMARY:FREE Webinar: Screens vs. Real World
DESCRIPTION:FREE Webinar: Real-World vs. Screens\nby Let Grow HQ — Lenore Skenazy\nWednesday June 24 at 7pm\nFree — Parent/Educators\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. It is open to the public\, nationwide. More information and registration here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_nM63u3DGTaKGo382ibQ4UA#/registration \nDescription: Kids are drawn to screens\, but they’re also hungry for real life. How do we help them lean into reality? Let Grow’s Lenore Skenazy chats with “Hunt Gather Parent” author Michaeleen Doucleff about her new book\, “Dopamine Kids\,” and how giving kids and teens more autonomy\, responsibility\, and everyday freedom can help loosen screens’ grip. Note: Can’t attend? Register anyway and we will send you a link to the recording! \nFOLLOW-UP with Cola City Homeschoolers for a local initiative–and help in planning meet-ups to inspire connection within our community.\nSign up for Cola City PLUS at Our School Hangout app to get connected\, too. \n>> More about Cola City PLUS <<
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/free-webinar-screens-vs-real-world/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:FREE,Parent
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260916
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SUMMARY:Nature Photo Contest
DESCRIPTION:Nature Photo Contest\nby TSCHAA\nDeadline: September 15\nFree — All Ages\nNote: This is *NOT* a Cola City Event. Contact TSCHAA for more details. Click HERE to enter 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/nature-photo-contest/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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