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SUMMARY:Rev War Center: Battle at Hobkirk's Hill
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Days: Battle at Hobkirk’s Hill\nby Revolutionary War Center\nWednesday\, April 3rd @ 10am\nFREE — All Ages\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. \nApril: Southern Campaign Battle: Battle of Hobkirk’s Hill \nFocused on the battle of Hobkirk’s Hill\, students will be broken into groups and asked to make critical decisions with limited information that will affect the outcome of the battle. Ends in a debrief and discussion with the whole group. \nBe sure to register HERE! \nThe Revolutionary War Visitor Center is located at 212 Broad Street Camden\, SC 29020 \n 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/rev-war-center-battle-at-hobkirks-hill/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240403T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240403T110000
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SUMMARY:Shutter Stories
DESCRIPTION:Shutter Stories: a Student Photography Workshop\nby Columbia Museum of Art\nWednesday\, April 3rd @ 1pm\nAll Ages — FREE\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nThe USC Center for Civil Rights History and Research and the Columbia Museum of Art partner on this hands-on photography workshop for middle-school aged students. Participants learn about the work of esteemed photographer Richard Samuel Roberts\, whose work from the 1920s and ’30s is featured in the Our Story Matters Gallery exhibition Intersections on Main Street: African American Life in Columbia as well as the CMA-organized exhibition Interior Lives: Modern American Spaces\, 1890–1945. Following a tour of the galleries\, students learn more about the art of composition and practice portrait photography in a recreation of Roberts’ Washington Street studio\, with instruction led by photographer and CMA Communications Assistant Victor Johnson. Participants provide their own digital camera; all other equipment provided. Free with registration courtesy of Columbia SC 63: Our Story Matters. \nThis event is open to all ages\, though parent discretion of child’s ability to follow along is advised. \nRegister HERE 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/shutter-stories/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240403T113000
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SUMMARY:Grow Freely: Gardening
DESCRIPTION:Grow Freely: Gardening\nby Richland Library: Ballentine\nWednesday\, April 3 at 2 pm\nFREE — All Ages/Families\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City Event. Please contact Richland Library: Ballentine Branch for more information. \nFind out what we’ll be planting in our Raised Garden Beds – and help us plant the seeds! Learn a little bit about edible plants and gardening while you’re at it. \nWhile you’re here\, visit our Seed Library to take home some seeds to start your own garden! \n\nBallentine Meeting Room\, 1200 Dutch Fork Rd.\, Irmo\, SC 29063\n803.781.5026 \n\n 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/grow-freely-gardening/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240404T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240404T153000
DTSTAMP:20260527T141344
CREATED:20240317T211912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240317T211912Z
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SUMMARY:Free First Thursday by Columbia Museum of Art
DESCRIPTION:Free First Thursday\nby Columbia Museum of Art\nThursday\, April 4th @10am\nFREE — All Ages\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-3/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240404T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240404T113000
DTSTAMP:20260527T141344
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SUMMARY:Crafternoon: Comic Books
DESCRIPTION:Crafternoon: Comic Books\nBy Richland Library: Sandhills\nThursday\, April 4 at 2:30 pm\nFree — Ages 6-12\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. Contact Richland Library: Sandhills for more information and registration.  \n\nLove drawing and storytelling? Come create your own comic book.\nRegister HERE: space limited \n\nRichland Library Sandhills\n763 Fashion Drive\, Columbia\, SC 29229\n803.699.9230 \n\n\n 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/crafternoon-comic-books/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240404T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240404T130000
DTSTAMP:20260527T141344
CREATED:20240309T213829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240309T213829Z
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SUMMARY:Money Smarts Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Money Smarts Workshop\nBy Richland Library: Main\nThursday\, April 4 at 4 pm\nFree — Teens (12-18)\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City Event. Please contact Richland Library: Main/Downtown for more information  \n\nThe Reality of Money presentations allows teens to get a glimpse of the future. \n\nThis fun\, interactive event offers a look at the real-life financial choices students will be making in the years after graduation from high school or college into adulthood. Teens will learn about the impact their choices make on their budget and lifestyle. \nThis event will be led by Marcia Pierce of Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union. \n\nTeen Makerspace: 1431 Assembly St. Columbia\, SC 29201\n803.799.9084
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/money-smarts-workshop/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T070000
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SUMMARY:Marionette Theater
DESCRIPTION:Tortoise & the Hare\nBy Columbia Marionette Theater\nFriday\, April 5 at 10 am\nFREE — All Ages/Families\n\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City Event. Contact Richland Library: Main/Downtown for more information \nColumbia Marionette Theatre uses short-strung marionettes\, and a wide variety of creative rod puppets to bring The Tortoise and the Hare to life. \n\nThe race is on! The speedy Hare is confident that he can beat the slowly Tortoise in a race across the forest. But as this classic Aesop’s Fable has taught us for thousands of years… “Slow and Steady wins the race”. The Tortoise has a few tricks up his shell\, and he won’t give up so easily! Columbia Marionette Theatre uses short-strung marionettes\, and a wide variety of creative rod puppets to bring this wonderful story to life. \n\nRichland Library Main: Auditorium\n1431 Assembly St.\, Columbia\, SC 29201\n803.799.9084
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/marionette-theater/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T080000
DTSTAMP:20260527T141344
CREATED:20240311T202753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T202753Z
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SUMMARY:Local Military Monuments by SC Relic Room
DESCRIPTION:Your Local Military Monuments: Memory & Meaning\nby SC Confederate Relic Room\nFriday\, April 5th @10am\nFREE — All Ages\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nWe will discuss various local military monuments\, their history and purpose\, and give you a preview of a monument-viewing field trip you can take on your own. \nThe SCCRRMM’s “Homeschool Fridays” are a FREE program\, offered one or two Fridays each month during the academic year. Sessions are at 10:00AM and repeated at 11:00AM Programs are geared toward students of all ages. \nAdmission to the museum is free with your homeschool association ID. \nWebsite and more info here.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/local-military-monuments-by-sc-relic-room/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T100000
DTSTAMP:20260527T141344
CREATED:20240309T224235Z
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SUMMARY:Firefly Gameday Meet-up
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-meet-up/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Let Grow Club,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T100000
DTSTAMP:20260527T141344
CREATED:20240309T213007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240309T213046Z
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SUMMARY:Babysitting Basics
DESCRIPTION:Babysitting Basics\nBy Richland Library: Cooper\nSaturday\, April 6\, 10 am-2pm\nFREE — Teens (ages 12-18)\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City Event. Contact Richland Library: Cooper Branch for more information and registration \nGet your 4H babysitting certification and start your own babysitting business! Learn what it takes to be a responsible\, caring\, trustworthy\, competent\, capable\, and safe babysitter. Participants will receive a certificate at the end of the course. \nPresented by 4H at Clemson Extension. \nREGISTER HERE: Space is limited \n\nCooper Adult/Teen Makerspace\n5317 North Trenholm Rd.\nColumbia\, SC 29206\n803.787.3462
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/babysitting-basics/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240408T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240408T100000
DTSTAMP:20260527T141344
CREATED:20240309T220721Z
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SUMMARY:STEAM Studio
DESCRIPTION:STEAM Studio\nBy Richland Library: Blythewood\nMonday\, April 8 at 1 pm\nFREE — ages 6-12\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City Event. Contact Richland Library: Blythewood Branch for more information and registration \n\nJoin us for inventing\, building\, and creating\, using Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, Art\, and Math! \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE: Space is limited\n \n\nBlythewood Meeting Room. 218 McNulty St. Blythewood\, SC 29016\n803.691.9806
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/steam-studio/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240408T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240408T120000
DTSTAMP:20260527T141344
CREATED:20240309T221132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240309T221132Z
UID:30217-1712570400-1712577600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Partial Eclipse Viewing
DESCRIPTION:Partial Eclipse Viewing\nBy Richland Library: St. Andrews\nMonday\, April 8 from 2-4pm\nFree — All Ages/Families\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. Contact Richland Library; St Andrews Branch for more information. \nCome and safely watch the partial solar eclipse on April 8th. We will use a telescope\, solar binoculars\, glasses\, and online streaming to view the event. Event is subject to cancellation due to weather. \nPlease note: In case of inclement weather\, this program will be canceled.\nOpen to the public\, you do not need to be a county resident to participate.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/partial-eclipse-viewing/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240408T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240408T113000
DTSTAMP:20260527T141344
CREATED:20240207T224831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T224831Z
UID:30113-1712574000-1712575800@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Solar Eclipse
DESCRIPTION:Partial Solar Eclipse\nby DuPont Planetarium\nMonday\, April 8th @ 3pm\nFREE — All Ages\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nOn April 8\, 2024\, people in the CSRA will have the opportunity to witness a partial solar eclipse. Join the DuPont Planetarium\, Ruth Patrick Science Education Center\, University of South Carolina Aiken\, and the Astronomy Club of Augusta for this rare event. We will have various options for safe viewing of the eclipse on the lawn of the Ruth Patrick Science Education entrance. \nPlan to come a bit early to find your best viewing spot. The DuPont Planetarium is located at 471 University Parkway in Aiken\, SC 29801.  You can find more info at their website here. \n 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/solar-eclipse/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240409T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240409T080000
DTSTAMP:20260527T141344
CREATED:20240402T221357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T221357Z
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SUMMARY:Literary Share Fair
DESCRIPTION:Literary Share Fair\nwith Southeast Columbia Co-op\nTuesday\, April 9 at 10am\nFree — All Ages\nNote: This event is hosted by Southeast Columbia Homeschool Co-op.  To RSVP as a presenter or just to attendee/learn\, contact Kimberly Kelley: thinkingkids@gmail.com \nCo-op location is Temple Baptist Church\, 806 Universal Drive Columbia. Oral presentations on book studies and literary elements. \n\nHere’s an idea: Shakespeare! Your student can:\n*tell us about one or more of his plays or poems\n*present a short scene from a play\n*read or recite a poem\n*dress as Shakespeare and tell us what his life was really like\n*research and report on the controversy of “who was the REAL Shakespeare”\n*tell us about some of the hundreds of words and phrases coined by the Bard himself!\n\n\nShakespeare was born in April\, let’s celebrate!\n\n\n\nProjects can be something you completed previously or something you prepare especially for this purpose. Siblings can present together…or prepare individual presentations of their own. Either way is fine. We recommend projects that are hands-on\, interactive demonstrations or have samples\, hand-outs\, give-aways. \nTables are provided\, but you can bring your own table for your display. Set up from (10 am-10:20 am). Presentation shifts will begin at 10:30 am \nPresentation format: The presenters get to tell about their project several times\, not just a one-time show-n-tell as participants meander and mingle. It’s also very relaxed style of presenting one-on-one\, rather than the formal “speech”. \nOpen to all homeschoolers\, all ages!  \nTo RSVP as a presenter or just to attendee/learn\, contact Kimberly Kelley: thinkingkids@gmail.com
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/literary-share-fair/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T150000
DTSTAMP:20260527T141344
CREATED:20240309T221601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240309T221601Z
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SUMMARY:Greek Myths in Ancient Art
DESCRIPTION:Greek Myths in Ancient Art\nBy Richland Library: Cooper\nWednesday\, April 10 at 6 pm\nFREE — Teens (ages 12-18)\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. Please contact Richland Library: Cooper Branch for more information.  \nThe ancient Greeks had powerful stories about their heroes and gods that we are still telling today. We call these stories myths\, but to the Greeks they were real\, and greatly influenced every aspect of their culture and art. Come hear local expert Charles F. Smith tell the stories of some of the most beloved myths and see how they used their art in paintings\, sculptures\, and especially coinage\, to illustrate these myths. \n\nRichland Library Cooper 5317 North Trenholm Rd.\, Columbia\, SC 29206\n803.787.3462
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/greek-myths-in-ancient-art/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T073000
DTSTAMP:20260527T141344
CREATED:20231203T022843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231203T022843Z
UID:29924-1712817000-1712820600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:SC Military Museum STEM: Bristle Bots
DESCRIPTION:STEM Series: Bristle Bots\nby SC Military Museum\nThursday\, April 11th @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-bristle-bots/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240412T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240412T120000
DTSTAMP:20260527T141344
CREATED:20240317T224121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240317T224121Z
UID:30283-1712912400-1712923200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Ask An Attorney
DESCRIPTION:Ask An Attorney\nby Richland Library\nFriday\, April 12th @1pm\nFREE — Parents\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event \nDuring the Ask An Attorney event you will have an opportunity to sit down\, one-on-one with a lawyer to ask for guidance and direction on any number of legal issues you are facing. Past attendees have had a chance to ask about guardianship\, criminal charges\, civil \nSessions may be limited to fifteen minutes\, and referrals will often be provided if necessary. \nRegistration is required for your free appointment to see an attorney. Please call the Social Work Department at 803-509-8371 or email socialworker@richlandlibrary.com to secure your reservation. \nDisclaimer: This will not establish a client-attorney relationship but can be used as a starting place in your research. The attorney will not owe you any services at the end of the session\, unless you elect to retain the attorney. \nRichland Library also provides access to Gale Legal Forms\, a free collection of South Carolina – specific forms that can be downloaded\, completed\, and printed. Forms are available on topics such as family law\, landlord/tenant matters\, and contracts. \nMore info HERE. The Richland Library is located at 1431 Assembly St.\, Columbia\, SC 29201
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/ask-an-attorney/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T110000
DTSTAMP:20260527T141344
CREATED:20240219T225739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T225739Z
UID:30145-1712988000-1713006000@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Living Science Museum
DESCRIPTION:Living Science Museum\nby Theta Tau @ USC\nSaturday\, April 13th @10am\nAll Ages — FREE\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nJoin Theta Tau\, the University of South Carolina’s only co-ed professional engineering fraternity\, on April 13th for a day of learning! \nEach semester we host a completely free philanthropy event centered around getting kids involved in STEM and exposed to different scientific ideas and principles. This spring\, our Living Science Museum is taking place from 10am – 3pm on April 13th in the Swearingen Engineering Center on campus. The event will feature three different themed rooms: a space room\, an ocean/environmental room\, and an inventor’s makerspace; along with additional demonstrations on the ground floor. \nThe Swearingen Engineering Center is located at 301 Main St\, Columbia\, SC. \nFind more details HERE.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/living-science-museum-2/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T140000
DTSTAMP:20260527T141344
CREATED:20240317T223623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240317T223623Z
UID:30280-1713355200-1713362400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Teen Makers: Blackout Poetry
DESCRIPTION:Teen Makers: Blackout Poetry\nby Richland Library Southeast\nWednesday\, April 17th @4pm\nFREE — Teens\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nErasure poetry is a form created by taking a pre-existing body of text and crossing out\, removing\, or editing specific words and/or phrases to create an entirely new body of work. Also called “blackout poetry”\, this process eases tension and allows writers to relax as they select the words of their next great poem. \nFind more info HERE. 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/teen-makers-blackout-poetry/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T110000
DTSTAMP:20260527T141344
CREATED:20240413T023701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240413T030537Z
UID:30373-1713430800-1713438000@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Play Club: Nature Hike
DESCRIPTION:Play Club: Nature Hike\nby Cola City/Let Grow Club\nThursday\, April 18 at 1 pm\nFREE — All Ages\nWe’re kicking off the Let Grow Play Club Spring Session! More details here.\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+). Younger siblings are welcome (with adult supervision) \nThis meet-up is at Peach Tree Rock Nature Preserve\, 883 Peachtree Rock Rd\, Lexington\, SC 29073. Parking is free\, but no restrooms are available. There is a short hike (less than a mile) from the parking area to the waterfall area. We’ll meet up at 1 in the parking area. \nThe path is marked so you can do it on your own if you come late. Note that it is not stroller accessible though. Wear comfortable walking/hiking shoes. Bring your own water\, snacks\, sunscreen. \nSign up here so we can keep an eye out for you and send you meet-up reminders:
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/play-club-nature-hike/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Let Grow Club,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T083000
DTSTAMP:20260527T141344
CREATED:20240309T212619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240309T212619Z
UID:30202-1713596400-1713601800@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Dia de los Libros
DESCRIPTION:Dia de los Libros\nBy Richland Library: Southeast\nSaturday\, April 20 at 11:30 am\nFREE — Families/All Ages\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. Contact Richland Library: Southeast Branch for more information \nJoin us for our annual celebration of El día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children’s Day/Book Day)\, commonly known as Día.  A morning celebrating the art of movement; with families\, literacy\, entertainment\, food\, arts-n-crafts\, face painting\, family games\, HENNA and more. We salute the Hungarian\, African\, Indian\, and Taiwanese cultures and traditions. See the beauty of Chile\, Ecuador and Panama. Enjoy the food of Spain. \nDía is a nationally recognized initiative that emphasizes the importance of literacy for all children from all backgrounds. It is a daily commitment to linking children and their families to diverse books\, languages and cultures. The common goals of all Día programming are to: \n\nCelebrate children and connect them to the world of learning through books\, stories and libraries.\nNurture cognitive and literacy development in ways that honor and embrace a child’s home language and culture.\nIntroduce families to community resources that provide opportunities for learning through multiple literacies.\nRecognize and respect culture\, heritage and language as powerful tools for strengthening families and communities (ala).
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/dia-de-los-libros/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T083000
DTSTAMP:20260527T141344
CREATED:20240317T223018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240317T223018Z
UID:30277-1713598200-1713601800@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Dia de los Libros
DESCRIPTION:Dia: A celebration of Diversity\nby Richland Library Southeast\nSaturday\, April 20th @11:30am\nFREE — All Ages\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nJoin us for our annual celebration of El día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children’s Day/Book Day)\, commonly known as Día.  A morning celebrating the art of movement; with families\, literacy\, entertainment\, food\, arts-n-crafts\, face painting\, family games\, HENNA and more. We salute the Hungarian\, African\, Indian\, and Taiwanese cultures and traditions. See the beauty of Chile\, Ecuador and Panama. Enjoy the food of Spain. \nDía is a nationally recognized initiative that emphasizes the importance of literacy for all children from all backgrounds. It is a daily commitment to linking children and their families to diverse books\, languages and cultures. The common goals of all Día programming are to: \n\nCelebrate children and connect them to the world of learning through books\, stories and libraries.\nNurture cognitive and literacy development in ways that honor and embrace a child’s home language and culture.\nIntroduce families to community resources that provide opportunities for learning through multiple literacies.\nRecognize and respect culture\, heritage and language as powerful tools for strengthening families and communities (ala).\n\nMore info HERE.  Richland Library Southeast is located at 7421 Garners Ferry Road\, Columbia\, SC 29209 \n 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/dia-de-los-libros-2/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T123000
DTSTAMP:20260527T141344
CREATED:20240317T220759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240317T220759Z
UID:30274-1713607200-1713616200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Career Spotlight: Software Developer
DESCRIPTION:Career Spotlight: Software Developer\nby Richland Library Sandhills\nSaturday\, April 20th @2pm\nFREE — Teens\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nHave interest in Software Engineering? Learn the how to break into the field with our special guest\, Robert Lewis. \nSoftware engineers design and develop computer games\, business applications\, operating systems\, network control systems\, and middleware—to name just a few of the many career paths available. \nMore info HERE. Richland Library Sandhills is located at: 763 Fashion Drive\, Columbia\, SC 29229
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/career-spotlight-software-developer/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240422T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240422T130000
DTSTAMP:20260527T141344
CREATED:20240114T022433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240114T022433Z
UID:30033-1713758400-1713790800@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Earth Day Weather Station Activity
DESCRIPTION:Build a Weather Station – Earth Day\nby SC Military Museum on TPT\nMonday\, April 22nd\nAll Ages — Free Instructions\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nEarth’s weather is an important part of how our planet can sustain life. Here’s a way to add to your celebration of our love for our home by learning how scientists measure and predict the weather! \nThis free activity includes: building a thermometer\, barometer\, rain gauge and wind vane along with read alouds.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/earth-day-weather-station-activity/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240422T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240422T150000
DTSTAMP:20260527T141344
CREATED:20240402T223329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T223329Z
UID:30331-1713794400-1713798000@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Homeschool Hub: Show & Tell
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Hub: Show & Tell\nby Chapin Library\nMonday\, April 22 @6 pm\nFREE — All Ages\nNote: This event is NOT hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers. Please contact Chapin Library with questions (and to RSVP). Contact Josie Seacrist JSeacrist@lex.lib.sc.us \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 meet-up on Monday\, April 22 at 6pm is fun for all ages Show & Tell. Do a magic trick\, tell a joke\, read or recite a poem\, presentations and demonstrations of what you’ve learned this year! \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.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/homeschool-hub-show-tell/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240422T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240422T153000
DTSTAMP:20260527T141344
CREATED:20240317T214328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240317T214328Z
UID:30271-1713794400-1713799800@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Open Lab: Audio
DESCRIPTION:Open Lab: Audio Edition\nby Richland Library St. Andrews\nMonday\, April 22nd @6pm\nFREE — Teens/Parents\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nThe makerspace is now open! Working on a new skill or working on your own project or stuck on what to do next? With assistance from our makerspace professionals\, you will have access to LogicPro X and Garage Band\, professional level recording software based on the Apple OS platform.  \nTeens and Adults ONLY \nMore info HERE. The Richland Library St Andrews is located at 2916 Broad River Road\, Columbia\, SC 29210
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/open-lab-audio-2/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Teen
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T073000
DTSTAMP:20260527T141344
CREATED:20231203T023336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231203T023336Z
UID:29927-1714026600-1714030200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:SC Military Museum STEM: Mechanical Claws
DESCRIPTION:STEM Series: Mechanical Claws\nby SC Military Museum\nThursday\, April 25th @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-mechanical-claws/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T110000
DTSTAMP:20260527T141344
CREATED:20240416T193612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T193613Z
UID:30386-1714035600-1714042800@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Let Grow Play Club: Park Meet-up
DESCRIPTION:Park Meet-Up\nby Cola City Homeschoolers\nThursday\, April 25 at 1 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. \nLet Grow Play Club Thursdays 1-3pm–thru May\nThis Week’s Location: 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: Kites\, bubbles\, nerf blasters\, bikes\, scooters\, skateboards. Sunscreen\, snacks/water bottles. Beach chairs. \nWe hope to see this grow and expand to more projects and activities to develop interpersonal connections as well as personal agency. \nFor more information about the “Let Grow” initiative\, Click HERE\nContact Kim with any questions or to brainstorm ideas: colacityinfo@gmail.com  \nSign up here so we can keep an eye out for you and send you meet-up reminders:
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/let-grow-play-club-park-meet-up/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Let Grow Club,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T100000
DTSTAMP:20260527T141344
CREATED:20240415T031552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T031721Z
UID:30378-1714113000-1714125600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Among Us Meet-up
DESCRIPTION:Among Us at the Museum\nby Liz Cordova @ SC State Museum\nFriday\, April 26 @10:30 am\nAges 10+ — FREE\nNote: This event is facilitated by a Cola City volunteer. Space is limited to 20 participants\, with the registration below (scroll down). \nIt’s time for the next round of Among Us Meet-up at the State Museum\, located at 301 Gervais St in Columbia\, SC. \nFriday\, April 26 from 10:30am till 2 (or later). Admission is free with your homeschool ID/certificate. Look for Liz to greet you by the Telescope in order to check in together as a group.  Additional adults must pay $5 admission. \nAmong Us is a scavenger hunt and game of tag. This is geared for ages 10 and up. Players must have a cell phone for communications during the game (though it’s ok to share with a parent and/or other player). \n\nBring snacks if you wish. There’s a cart that will be available to hold your lunch/snacks for our group.\nPlayers will get an task card and ID tag so you’ll be able to identify who else is playing as you cross paths in the musuem.\nYounger siblings/non-players may watch\, but please do not give clues or interfere with the game.\nAbide by the museum rules–and be courteous of others.\nCheck in with Liz/Hosi to get more task cards and at the end of the game\, return the Player ID tags.\n\nGame info to help you prepare\, so we save time getting started: \n*Among Us General Rules* – Follow the Museum Rules – No Teaming (You can help others but no teaming up) – Be Respectful of other players as well as other guests and staff – No shoving\, pushing\, tripping\, running\, or yelling – If you are tagged you have to respect that. The Imposter can and will tell the Game Master and you will be warned to play fair – Only the Game Master can call an Emergency Meeting. If you found a body or wish to call a meeting for any other reason tell the Game Master. \n*Imposter Rules* – Respect the general rules – Do not be aggressive – Do not tag somewhere your target cannot be found (Bathrooms and elevators are especially off limits for tagging) – Do not throw a fit if you’re found out (Losing is as much a part of the game as Winning is) – No chasing. – Be sneaky and don’t be sus \n*Ghost Rules* – When you are tagged and made a ghost\, sit where you were tagged and stay put until either you are found or a meeting is called – Do not tell others who tagged you or who was around you. \nIf you’re interested Cola City hosts other “Let Grow” initiatives to provide our students with opportunities intentionally designed to foster independence\, social development\, problem solving–for all ages. Check out more opportunities on the Calendar of Events \nContact colacityinfo@gmail.com with any questions or if you want help with an activity you’d like to organize/facilitate. \nThis event is full. Join the waitlist here:
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/among-us-meet-up/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:Field Trip,FREE,Interest Club,Let Grow Club,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T093000
DTSTAMP:20260527T141344
CREATED:20240317T213609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240317T213609Z
UID:30268-1714204800-1714210200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Black Hair Panel: Civil Rights
DESCRIPTION:Black Hair Panel: A Civil Rights Discussion\nby Richland Library Sandhills\nSaturday\, April 27th @12pm\nFREE — Teens/Parents\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \n\nCome join us for a candid discussion touching on the Crown Act and Hair Discrimination. \n\nJoin the Richland Library’s African American History and Culture Events Committee for a candid discussion touching on the Crown Act and Hair Discrimination. The program will have a panel discussion and a Q&A session for the audience to participate in. This will be an in-person and online event. Please visit this event page closer to the event for the zoom link. \nFind more info HERE.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/black-hair-panel-civil-rights/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Teen,Virtual
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