Town Theatre Pop Up Camp: Fairy Tale Fun & Jedi Masters & Wizards
2024-08-05 05:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
Pop Up Camp: Fairy Tale Fun & Jedi Masters & Wizards
by Town Theatre
Monday, Aug 5th @9am & 1pm
K-4th & 5th-8th — $40
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Fairy Tale Fun! (A One Day Pop Up Camp)
Rising K to rising 4th grade
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Cost: $40
Kids love to create stories and this is perfect for budding performers who want to see their creations come to life. This pop up camp is designed using familiar fairy tales to help students create characters. We’ll challenge those imaginations to create our own works of art.
Jedi Masters & Wizards (A One Day Pop Up Camp)
Rising 5th to rising 8th grade
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Cost: $40
Hogwarts has been taken over by Jedi Masters in this fun collaboration of two incredible franchises as students play games and create scenes. Students are encouraged to bring house robes and Jedi costumes if they would like!
Town Theatre is located at 1012 Sumter Street Columbia,SC 29201
Click HERE to register!

Town Theatre Pop Up Camp: Jedi Masters & Wizards, Lilo & Stitch Meet Moana
2024-08-06 05:00 - 12:00
Pop Up Camp: Jedi Masters & Wizards, Lilo & Stitch Meet Moana
by Town Theatre
Tuesday, Aug 6th @ 9am & 1pm
K-4th — $40
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Jedi Masters & Wizards (A One Day Pop Up Camp)
Rising K to rising 4th grade
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Cost: $40
Who says older kids get to have all the fun? This pop up camp is specifically for younger Hogwarts and Jedi Masters fans. We’ll use these two franchises to play games and create scenes. Students are encouraged to bring house robes and Jedi costumes if they would like!
Lilo & Stitch Meet Moana (A One Day Pop Up Camp)
Rising K to rising 4th grade
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Cost: $40
Join the luau as we party with Lilo, Stitch, and Moana, learning songs and dances from their movies! This is a low-pressure class for students of all experience levels.
Town Theatre is located at 1012 Sumter Street Columbia,SC 29201
Click HERE to register!

Summer Book Club: The Mystery of Locked Rooms
2024-08-06 12:30 - 14:30
Summer Book Club: The Mystery of Locked Doors
by All Good Books
Tuesday, Aug 6th @4:30pm
All Ages — FREE
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
It’s back! A. C. Moore Librarian, Jessica Warren, is hosting the second AGB Kids’ Summer Book Club!
Mrs. Warren has chosen a fantastic book for each month of summer, and she can’t wait to meet and chat about them with participants.
Book club is free to join and open to kids 7 and up. Participate in one or all three – whatever works for your busy summer schedule. Get 10% off when you buy all three books in our Kids’ Summer Book Club Bundle!
The Mystery of Locked Rooms by Lindsay Currie

“Crack the codes. Find the treasure. Escape the house.

From the acclaimed author of Scritch Scratch and What Lives in the Woods comes a action-packed adventure novel about three friends who team up to find a hidden treasure in an abandoned 1950’s funhouse. Twelve-year-old Sarah Greene wants nothing more from her seventh-grade year than to beat the hardest escape room left in her town with her best friends, West, and Hannah. But when a foreclosure notice shows up on Sarah’s front door, everything changes. Since her father became ill two years ago, things have been bad, but not lose your house bad…until now.

Sarah feels helpless until the day Hannah mentions a treasure rumored to be hidden in the walls of an abandoned funhouse. According to legend, Hans, Stefan, and Karl Stein were orphaned at eight years old and lived with different families until they were able to reunite as adults. Their dream was to build the most epic funhouse in existence. They wanted their experience to be more than mirror mazes and optical illusions, so they not only created elaborate riddles and secret passages, but they also claimed to have hidden a treasure inside the funhouse. Once in, Sarah, West, and Hannah realize the house is unlike any escape room they’ve attempted. It seems impossible, but so does everything about the house. As soon as they’re in she immediately worries that attempting the funhouse is a bad idea but Sarah has no choice but to continue, since her future is at stake.”

REGISTER HERE!
All Good Books is located at 734 Harden St Columbia, SC

Take Action SC: Teacher Workshop Horry County
2024-08-07 04:00 - 08:00
Take Action SC: Teacher Workshop Horry County
by Take Action SC & SC DHEC
Wednesday, Aug 7th @8am
Parents — $10
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
SC DHEC and Take Action SC will be hosting their annual environmental educators summer workshop in two locations with an opportunity to tour the landfill in each location plus ‘hands-on’ learning labs to help you find ways to integrate environmental lessons into your everyday teaching all held from 8 am – 12 pm. This years’ experience will include:
SC DHEC educator lesson demonstrations on Natural Resources, Landfills, Energy and Circular Economy with Battery Recycling plus more from the Action for a cleaner tomorrow curriculum.
All participants will start their day with a yogurt bar and receive a copy of the newly updated “Action for a cleaner tomorrow” curriculum supplement, a Take Action SC Artic Stainless Steel Reusable Water Bottle, a Take Action SC insulated reusuable bag, a motherboard clipboard as well as other teacher prizes throughout the day.
Take Action SC workshop admission will be a non-refundable $10 registration fee that includes all activities and classroom materials.
August 7, 2024 will be held at Horry County Solid Waste Authority Administrative Buildings.
Register HERE.

Little Legs Camp
2024-08-07 05:00 - 2024-08-09 11:00
Little Legs Camp
by Nature As Teacher
Wednesday, Aug 7th-9th @9am
Ages 5-7 — $90
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event
Little Legs camp, created for the 5-7 age group presented by Nature As Teacher through Clemson University
-$90 per camper
-Aug 7-9 at 9am to noon
To register, click HERE or email leoncic@clemson.edu

Native American Lifeways Tour
2024-08-10 06:00 - 08:00
Native American Lifeways Tour
by 12,000 Year Park
Saturday, Aug 10th @10am
All Ages — FREE
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
The 12,000 Year History Park is a unique archeological site in Cayce, South Carolina, where history and nature converge. Over the last 120 centuries, the area has had an array of inhabitants, including mammoths, Native American tribes and Civil War soldiers. It includes earthworks from an 1865 Civil War battle. The park is full of stories and offers something for explorers of all ages.
Guided historical walking tours are offered on Saturdays and Sundays throughout the year. Trained by the National Park Service, our volunteer guides will take you on a walk along this beautiful trail filled with stories of the Battle of Congaree Creek, Fort Congaree and Native American Lifeways. There are also special events including Nature Days and Civil War Encampments.
Currently, the park is collecting donations to build a state of the art visitors center. The building will orient visitors to the site and provide a space to host educational programs for children and adults.
More info found HERE

Colonial Congaree Fort Tour
2024-08-17 06:00 - 08:00
Colonial Congaree Fort Tour
by 12,000 Year Park
Saturday, Aug 17th @10am
All Ages — FREE
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
The 12,000 Year History Park is a unique archeological site in Cayce, South Carolina, where history and nature converge. Over the last 120 centuries, the area has had an array of inhabitants, including mammoths, Native American tribes and Civil War soldiers. It includes earthworks from an 1865 Civil War battle. The park is full of stories and offers something for explorers of all ages.
Guided historical walking tours are offered on Saturdays and Sundays throughout the year. Trained by the National Park Service, our volunteer guides will take you on a walk along this beautiful trail filled with stories of the Battle of Congaree Creek, Fort Congaree and Native American Lifeways. There are also special events including Nature Days and Civil War Encampments.
Currently, the park is collecting donations to build a state of the art visitors center. The building will orient visitors to the site and provide a space to host educational programs for children and adults.
More info found HERE

Pollinator Census
2024-08-23 04:00 - 2024-08-24 13:00 | Virtual Event
Great SouthEast Pollinator Census
by University of GA Extension
Fri-Sat, August 23-24
FREE — All ages
Note: This is *not* a Cola City event. Please contact University of GA Extenstion for more information
Open to residents of Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Florida.
Protecting the Southeast’s Pollinators One Count at a Time!

Join the count!
Interested in joining our count this year? Here’s how:

Sign up for our newsletter to get the latest in your inbox
Prepare for the count days on August 23rd and 24th

Download the printable the 2024 Counting Sheet (2024 Guia de Conteo)
Check out the 2024 Insect Counting & Identification Guide (2024 Conteo de Insectos y Guia de Identificacion)
Review the corresponding pamphlet.

Join our Southeast Pollinator Census Facebook page and follow us on instagram @SoutheastPollinators.
View The Pollinator Census—How-To and History

https://youtu.be/LNgrSzuGRQc

View The Pollinator Census—Educators and Non-Profits

https://youtu.be/QFmmuH_tH3M

Upload your counts to this website. The portal to upload counts will open early on August 23rd.

STEM Fest
2024-08-24 05:00 - 08:00
STEM Fest
by Clemson University
Saturday, Aug 24th @9am
FREE — All Ages
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event
STEM 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.
Through a new partnership with STEM Global Action, CEBA is dedicated to designing and delivering the STEM South Carolina (STEM SC) initiative as part of the University’s mission to enhance educational access to all students for success in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. STEM SC is driven by the belief that everyone in the state of South Carolina deserves access to quality STEM education that inspires, motivates, and lays the foundational vision for a brighter future.
STEM SC recognizes the importance of community-based programs that are both inclusive and focused, aiming to meet individuals where they are and elevate them to new heights of competitiveness and success in life. Through our efforts, we strive to create an environment where every participant can be inspired to explore the wonders of STEM-related fields.
Join us at Clemson University as we embark on this transformative journey, fostering a future where every learner is empowered to succeed in the ever-evolving world of STEM.
Volunteer opportunities too!!
STEMFest will be held at Spring Valley High School (120 Sparkleberry Ln, Columbia, SC) on Saturday, August 24th from 9am-noon
Register HERE!

Civil War: Battle of Congaree Creek Tour
2024-08-24 07:00 - 09:00
Civil War: Battle of Congaree Creek Tour
by 12,000 Year Park
Saturday, Aug 24th @11am
All Ages — FREE
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
The 12,000 Year History Park is a unique archeological site in Cayce, South Carolina, where history and nature converge. Over the last 120 centuries, the area has had an array of inhabitants, including mammoths, Native American tribes and Civil War soldiers. It includes earthworks from an 1865 Civil War battle. The park is full of stories and offers something for explorers of all ages.
Guided historical walking tours are offered on Saturdays and Sundays throughout the year. Trained by the National Park Service, our volunteer guides will take you on a walk along this beautiful trail filled with stories of the Battle of Congaree Creek, Fort Congaree and Native American Lifeways. There are also special events including Nature Days and Civil War Encampments.
Currently, the park is collecting donations to build a state of the art visitors center. The building will orient visitors to the site and provide a space to host educational programs for children and adults.
More info found HERE

Colonial Congaree Fort Tour
2024-08-31 06:00 - 08:00
Colonial Congaree Fort Tour
by 12,000 Year Park
Saturday, Aug 31st @10am
All Ages — FREE
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
The 12,000 Year History Park is a unique archeological site in Cayce, South Carolina, where history and nature converge. Over the last 120 centuries, the area has had an array of inhabitants, including mammoths, Native American tribes and Civil War soldiers. It includes earthworks from an 1865 Civil War battle. The park is full of stories and offers something for explorers of all ages.
Guided historical walking tours are offered on Saturdays and Sundays throughout the year. Trained by the National Park Service, our volunteer guides will take you on a walk along this beautiful trail filled with stories of the Battle of Congaree Creek, Fort Congaree and Native American Lifeways. There are also special events including Nature Days and Civil War Encampments.
Currently, the park is collecting donations to build a state of the art visitors center. The building will orient visitors to the site and provide a space to host educational programs for children and adults.
More info found HERE

Picture Book Panel: Virtual Workshop
2024-09-05 09:00 - 10:00 | Virtual Event
Picture Book Panel: Virtual Workshop
By Cardinal Rule Press
Thursday, Sept 5 at 1 pm
FREE — Parent/Educators
Note: This is NOT a Cola City Event. Contact Cardinal Rule Press for more information
Tune in for this vibrant community of authors, parents, families, and friends to hear about Cardinal Rule Press’s newest children’s book Do-It-Yourself Dollhouse & how to transition back-to-school! We look forward to hearing from the author, Shannon Anderson and hope to see you there!

FACILITATOR: Nationally recognized author, publisher and speaker Maria Dismondy is dedicated to inspiring and empowering children. She has authored nine children’s books and made more than 800 speaking appearances. She lives in southeast Michigan with her husband, Dave, and their three children.
PANELIST: Shannon Anderson is an award-winning author and speaker who enjoys traveling the country for author visits and other events and conferences. She taught for 25 years at both the elementary and college level, and was named one of the Today Show’s teachers who “awed and inspired” in 2019.
Moni Ritchie Hadley, a half-Japanese military brat, bounced back and forth from the USA to Japan. Daydreaming was a favorite pastime. She is the author of the forthcoming Miso Magic (‘24), Anzu and the Art of Friendship (‘23), and The Star Festival (‘21), a 2022 Bank Street College Best Children’s Book of the Year.
Kathryn is an award-winning author/illustrator, best known for her character-building number/color book series: One, Zero, and Two. She is also the co-author of Beautiful Hands, a book about possibilities and reaching your dreams. She helps readers find creative methods to engage and connect with their students through the power of reading, art, and literature.

Big Grab 50-mile Yard Sale
2024-09-06 04:00 - 2024-09-07 11:00 | In Person
Big Grab-Yard Sale
Blytewood, Ridgeway, Winnsboro
Fri-Sat, Sept 6-7
FREE — Public Event
Note: This NOT a Cola City Event. Contact Fairfield Chamber of Commerce for more information: info@chamberfc.com
50 Miles of Yard Sales through North Hwy 21 from I-20, Columbia, Blythewood, Ridgeway and Winnsboro.
More information on the BIG GRAB FB Page

First Friday: Firefly Game Day
2024-09-06 08:00 - 10:00 | In Person
Homeschool Day
by Firefly Toys & Games
First Friday of the Month
All Ages — Free
Note: This is not a Cola City Event. We are meeting up there–so keep an eye out for other Cola City connections!
This 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
Firefly staff will be highlighting and teaching educational board games which cover a range of subjects, such as: Math, Science, Geography, Chemistry and many more.
Use games for education; come learn about it.
And look for other Cola City Homeschoolers! We’re scheduling this as a meet-up time/location for our “Let Grow Club” initiative.

Homeschool Explorers: Camp Discovery
2024-09-09 07:30 - 09:30 | In Person
Homeschool Explorers
By Camp Discovery
Monday, Sept 9, 11:30-1:30
Grades 1-5 — $8
Note: This is NOT a Cola City activity. Please contact Camp Discovery for more information and registration. Location: 208 Claude Bundrick Rd, Blythewood, SC 29016, USA
A Tree’s Story: 9/9/2024
Join us Mondays in September for learning and fun with science-based activities! This 30 – 45 minute STEAM-in-nature activity will focus on trees and the clues they provide us to help tell their life’s story. This activity, led by experienced facilitators, is designed for 1st through 5th grade students and begins at 11:30 a.m. Guardians should remain on-site and supervise their child during play and picnic times (12:15 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.) Don’t miss out on this enriching and exciting opportunity.

Homeschool Cub Scouts Pack Meeting
2024-09-11 06:00 - 07:00 | In Person
Homeschool Cub Scouts Pack Meeting
By Greater Blythewood Chamber of Commerce
Wednesdays from 10-11am
Starting Sept 11
Note: This is NOT a Cola City activity. Please contact Eduardo Ramirez for more information.

Greater Blythewood Chamber of Commerce Homeschool Cub Scouts Pack 1879 is meeting on Wednesdays from 10am – 11am starting on September 11th. Outings planned throughout the Greater Columbia area. For more information contact the pack at:

Blythewoodpack1879@gmail.com

More information about Indian Waters Council-Boy Scouts of America, one of our Expo 2024 vendors.

Reading Intervention Training
2024-09-13 04:00 - 2024-09-14 13:00 | In Person
Reading Intervention Instructor Training
by Discovery Therapies Inc
Fri-Sat, September 13-14
Note this opportunity is NOT hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers. Contact Sharon at Discovery Therapies Inc for more details, 813-842-0844
www.dtiusa.org.
SIGN UP HERE for more information about the reading program and instructor training.
HAVE a STRUGGLING READER?
In 2023, 43-50% of SC students did not meet or
exceed reading expectations on the SC Ready
Reading exam. Students with disabilities scored
even lower with 78-88% of students not meeting or
exceeding reading expectations.
THERE IS HOPE!
Discovery Therapies, Inc. offers a tailored reading intervention in a small group setting to partner with homeschool families in SC. This unique approach allows families to band together and collectively help their children catch up in their reading skills.
Sign up for an informational meeting to learn more about a reading group for your child or how to train to become a reading instructor.
Training for the instructors will be September 13 and 14.
SIGN UP HERE

Homeschool Skate
2024-09-20 09:00 - 12:00 | In Person
Homeschool Skate
by Three Fountains Recreation
Friday, Sept 20th @1pm
All Ages — $5
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Homeschool Skate is BACK!! Only $5.00 per person to skate and play golf!*Don’t forget to bring your association card*
*Regular skate rental included!*
Three Fountains Recreation is located at 2724 Emanuel Church Rd, West Columbia, SC
More info HERE!

Kid's Pinball Tournament
2024-09-21 08:00 - 10:00 | In Person
Little Flippers Pinball Tournament
by Bang Back Pinball Lounge
Every 3rd Saturday from 12-2 pm
FREE — ages 4-12
Note: 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
Every 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!

Parenting Teens Through Launch Anxiety- Webinar
2024-09-25 22:00 - 2024-09-26 11:00
Parenting Teens Through Launch Anxiety
by Roya Dedeaux
Thursday, Sept 26th @2pm
Parents — FREE Virtual
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
30 minute webinar for parents to help with…
Parenting Teens Through Launch Anxiety
Even when it scares the $#$@ out of both of you 😉

Do your teens doubt their own abilities?
Have your teens expressed their worry that they don’t have what it takes to “adult?”
Are they worried they missed out on some vital piece of information?
Do they feel like they didn’t get the growing-up handbook everyone else did?

What do you do when your awesome kid doesn’t believe you when you tell them how capable they are?
This 30 minute parenting webinar is designed to give parents the tools and opportunity to look at their own feelings about their growing-up-kids, and figure out how to best help them through the launching process.

​Will you get tools & language to use right away? Absolutely.
Will it help you communicate with your kids even when you’re both anxious? Yup.
Will your teens benefit from more effective support from you? 100%

If you want to support your teens & young adult kids during this normal-yet-terrifying developmental process, but you’re struggling with how much to push when they feel overwhelmed, while also allowing that “launching” in 2024 looks very different than it did for you back in 19*mumble mumble*… so you aren’t sure what to do… Then this is for you.

Reserve your spot HERE

Homeschool Farm Days
2024-09-27 06:00 - 09:00
Homeschool Farm Days
by Outside Inn Campground
Friday, Sept 27th @10am
All Ages –$10
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Welcome to Homeschool Farm Days!
Join us for a fun and educational morning designed especially for homeschooling families! Our “Homeschool Mornings” offer a hands-on experience where children can learn about farm life, interact with our friendly animals, and enjoy time outdoors in a natural setting.
Kids will have the opportunity to pet and snuggle with our animals, discover interesting facts about their care, and explore our beautiful farm. It’s the perfect way to combine education with a love for nature and animals.
Come spend a morning with us at Outside Inn, where learning meets adventure in the great outdoors!
Things to note:

Adult chaperones are free and must stay with their kids for the entire event.
Kids under 3 must be with thier adult at all times.
Older kids can explore approved areas with parental permission. These include the game areas, garden and walking trails.
We will take kids through the animal enclosures; It can get dirty, so please dress appropriately
We are also a campground, so please do not distrub campers while enjoying the farm

Event Location: 1074 Woolbright Rd, Santee, SC 29142
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to experience farm life up close. See you there!
Get your tickets HERE!

Exploring Color Theory: Watercolors
2024-09-28 06:00 - 12:00
Exploring Color Theory: Watercolors
by Columbia Museum of Art
Saturday, Sept 28th @10am
Teens/Parents — $80-100
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Learn how to apply color theory in watercolor painting. This class focuses on getting comfortable with fundamentals like mixing colors, brush technique, composition, and drawing skills, all of which lead to more successful paintings.
Taught by professional watercolorist Constance Manley, a signature member of the South Carolina Watermedia Society. Ages 15 and up. Please bring a reference photo(s) to work from; all other materials and equipment provided.
$100 / $80 for members. Register HERE

Homeschool Explorers: Camp Discovery
2024-09-30 07:30 - 09:30 | In Person
Homeschool Explorers
By Camp Discovery
Monday, Sept 30, 11:30-1:30
Grades 1-5 — $8
Note: This is NOT a Cola City activity. Please contact Camp Discovery for more information and registration. Location: 208 Claude Bundrick Rd, Blythewood, SC 29016, USA
NASA GLOBE Cloud Investigation
Join us Mondays in September for learning and fun with science-based activities! This 30 – 45 minute STEAM-in-nature activity will foster your inner citizen scientist. Led by experience facilitators using the NASA GLOBE Observer app*, this cloud observation activity is designed for 1st through 5th grade students and begins at 11:30 a.m. Guardians should remain on-site and supervise their child during play and picnic times (12:15 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.) Don’t miss out on this enriching and exciting opportunity.

Rev War Center: Native Animals
2024-10-02 06:00 - 08:00
Homeschool Days: SC Native Animals
by Revolutionary War Center
Wednesday, Oct 2nd @10am
Grades 3-12 — FREE
Note: Not a Cola City event.
Once 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.
Adults are welcome to sit in on the program, just be aware that the focus will be on teaching the young students present.
October Program: South Carolina’s Native Animals
Scholars 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.
Register for your spot HERE!

Sophocles' Electra -- FREE Performance
2024-10-03 15:30 - 2024-10-05 17:30
Sophocle’s Electra
by SC Shakespeare Company
Oct 3-5 @7:30pm
All Ages — FREE
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Experience the haunting drama of ‘Electra’ in the crisp embrace of autumn! South Carolina Shakespeare presents Sophocles’ gripping tragedy, directed by Tracy Steele.
As 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…
All performances take place at 7:30pm
Venue: Historic Columbia’s Woodrow Wilson’s Gardens
FREE ADMISSION
More info HERE

STEM Fest
2024-10-05 05:00 - 08:00
STEM Fest
by Clemson University
Saturday, Oct 5th @9am
FREE — All Ages
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
STEM 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.
October 5 – 9am to noon
Southside High School
6630 Frontage Rd, Greenville SC 29605
Register HERE!

SC Metric Week
2024-10-06 04:00 - 2024-10-12 13:00 | Virtual Event
SC Metric Week
by SC Academy of Science
October 6th-12th
All Ages
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Companies, 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.
Resources, printables and templates to teach metrics from the SC Academy of Science

Homeschool Explorers: Camp Discovery
2024-10-07 07:30 - 09:30 | In Person
Homeschool Explorers
By Camp Discovery
Monday, Oct 7, 11:30-1:30
Grades 1-5 — $8
Note: This is NOT a Cola City activity. Please contact Camp Discovery for more information and registration. Location: 208 Claude Bundrick Rd, Blythewood, SC 29016, USA
Humongous Fungus Read Aloud & Mushroom Hunt
Join us Mondays in November for learning and fun with science-based activities! Not quite animals and not quite plants, the mysterious kingdom of fungi is full of secrets. Let’s unearth a few of these secrets together by reading from Humongous Fungus (written by Lynne Boddy and illustrated by Wenjia Tang) and then embarking on a guided mushroom hunt. This 30-45 minute STEAM-in-Nature activity will explore the weird and wonderful world of fungi, and how they can be found in every ecosystem. Led by experienced foragers and facilitators, this activity is designed for 1st through 5th grade students and begins at 11:30 a.m. Guardians should remain on-site and supervise their child during play and picnic times (12:15 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.). Don’t miss out on this enriching and exciting activity.

SC State Fair
2024-10-09 04:00 - 2024-10-20 13:00
SC State Fair
Public Event, Oct 9-20
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event. It’s a great field trip to explore the various exhibits–on your own or meet-up with friends.
More information about the Fair: Click HERE
Free PHYSICS Lessons about the rides at the Fair: Click HERE
Plan ahead to enter the competitions next year. Read more about how to incorporate it into your homeschool plans from this article by The SC Homeschooling Connection.

Homeschool Farm Days
2024-10-09 06:00 - 09:00
Homeschool Farm Days
by Outside Inn Campground
Wednesday, Oct 9th @10am
All Ages –$10
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Welcome to Homeschool Farm Days!
Join us for a fun and educational morning designed especially for homeschooling families! Our “Homeschool Mornings” offer a hands-on experience where children can learn about farm life, interact with our friendly animals, and enjoy time outdoors in a natural setting.
Kids will have the opportunity to pet and snuggle with our animals, discover interesting facts about their care, and explore our beautiful farm. It’s the perfect way to combine education with a love for nature and animals.
Come spend a morning with us at Outside Inn, where learning meets adventure in the great outdoors!
Things to note:

Adult chaperones are free and must stay with their kids for the entire event.
Kids under 3 must be with thier adult at all times.
Older kids can explore approved areas with parental permission. These include the game areas, garden and walking trails.
We will take kids through the animal enclosures; It can get dirty, so please dress appropriately
We are also a campground, so please do not distrub campers while enjoying the farm

Event Location: 1074 Woolbright Rd, Santee, SC 29142
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to experience farm life up close. See you there!
Get your tickets HERE!
