Let Grow Play Club: September
2024-09-25 13:00 - 15:00 UTC | In Person
Let Grow Play Club: Peachtree Rock
by Cola City Homeschoolers
Wednesday, September 25, 1-3 pm
FREE — All ages
This 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.
This 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.
We hope to see this grow and expand to more projects and activities thru the summer to develop interpersonal connections as well as personal agency. We’re switching up to WEDNESDAYs at 1-3 pm in SEPTEMBER.
Let Grow Play Club WEDNESDAYS 1-3 pm September thru May
This Week’s Location: Peachtree Rock Preserve, 883 Peachtree Rock Rd, Lexington, SC 29073 There is a short hike (less than a mile) from the parking area to the waterfall area. The path is marked so you can do it on your own. Note that it is not stroller accessible though. Rain or Shine!
Bring water bottles and snacks. Also recommend a towel if you get wet to dry off when you get back to the car.

For more information about the “Let Grow” initiative, Click HERE
Contact Kim with any questions or to brainstorm ideas: colacityinfo@gmail.com
Look for Angela Hardy or Chrissy Weisenberger to greet you near the waterfall area.
If you’re lost along the way contact
Angela: 803-743-8802
or Chrissy: 321-208-0529
Sign up here so we can keep an eye out for you and send you meet-up reminders:
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Community Service Project
2024-09-26 11:00 - 12:30 | In Person
Community Service Project
by Cola City & Akoma Cares
Thursday, Sept 26 at 11 am
Postponed
Teens — Free
Note: This activity is a collaboration with Cola City and Akoma Cares. Scroll down to RSVP.
Time/Location: Thursday, September 26 from 11-12:30 at Cornerstone Presbyterian Church, 5637 Bush River Rd, Columbia, SC 29212
This event is postponed due to inclement weather. Sign up below, so we can send you information about the rescheduled event (and future meet-ups and projects).
What are we doing: Clean up an overgrown outdoor fire pit meeting space.
Why are we doing this: The area will be a monthly meeting space for teens to foster relationships and plan more community service projects.
What to bring: Yard tools, garden gloves, sunscreen/bug spray. Dress for mess so there’s no distress!
Families with younger siblings can play in the nearby playground area.
RSVP to let us know you’re coming!
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Sally Salamander Scavenger Hunt
2024-09-27 13:00 - 15:00 | In Person
Sally Salamander Scavenger Hunt
By Cola City Homeschoolers
Friday, September 27, 1-3 pm
FREE — All Ages
Note: This is a Cola City meet-up. It’s free, but please scroll down to sign up so we know to keep an eye out for you and can notify you of any changes in case of inclement weather. This Field Trip is another “Let Grow” initative to foster agency and autonomy at age-appropriate levels.
RAIN PLAN: We’ll move to an indoor meet-up location: Richland Library Downtown (Lower Level, Children’s/Teens Room Areas).
HURRICANE WINDS: If School Districts have e-learning day or cancelled, then this meet-up is cancelled. Stay safe and dry!
Sally Salamander is a walking tour of downtown Columbia featuring numbered, bronze statues of South Carolina’s state amphibian, the spotted salamander. The tour was presented by the Leadership Columbia class of 2009. We’ll meet-up at Columbia SC Visitors Center to get started!
I’m Sally, Columbia SC’s official amphibian ambassador! As you look for me around downtown, be sure to notice the beautiful architecture and cultural icons of South Carolina’s capital city. We pride ourselves on maintaining our rich history as we build for the future. When you spot me along your journey, feel free to pet me. Like our locals, I am friendly and full of Southern graciousness.
Street Parking available near Columbia Regional Visitors Center, 1120 Lincoln Street Columbia, SC 29201. Contact Kim with Cola City Homeschoolers if you’re lost along the way or running late: 803-307-4880

We will be exploring the spots along Main Street and looping back to the start. We won’t cover the entire distance of them all. You can come back to find the rest on your own (or we can schedule part 2). Families with younger children, please consider the walking distance and duration of time. If we need to split up into older/younger groups.
Sign up here so we can keep an eye out for you and send you meet-up reminders:
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Exploring Color Theory: Watercolors
2024-09-28 10:00 - 16:00
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

Take Action Club: Your Story Matters
2024-10-02 10:00 - 12:00 | In Person
Take Action Club
By Cola City Homeschoolers
Wed, Oct 2 from 10am-noon
Teens — $5/person
Note: This is Cola City event. Registration required–scroll down to reserve your space.
Take Action Club is a new initiative for middle/high schoolers to learn about building community and practical projects. Plus FUN!

This week, participants will learn: Your Story Matters: A StoryJustice Workshop
StoryJustice is the framework in which anyone can harness their passion for storytelling to influence great change in their communities. Your story has the power to bring people together and give them permission to share their own stories, no matter how young you are. In this workshop, we will be using collage art to tell the story of who we are and what matters to us.

Location: Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Columbia, 2701 Heyward St, Columbia, SC 29205 (Let Grow Play Club meet-up is at Owens Field afterwards from 1-3pm)

Sign up here so we can keep an eye out for you and send you meet-up reminders:

Let Grow Play Club: October
2024-10-02 13:00 - 15:00 | In Person
Let Grow Play Club: Owens Field
by Cola City Homeschoolers
Wednsday, October 2, 1-3 pm
FREE — All ages
This 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.
This 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.
We hope to see this grow and expand to more projects and activities thru the summer to develop interpersonal connections as well as personal agency. We’re meeting up on WEDNESDAYs at 1 pm in October.
Let Grow Play Club WEDNESDAYS 1-3 pm now thru May
October’s Location: Owens Field Skate Park 1351 Jim Hamilton Blvd, Columbia, SC 29205
Bring: yard games, balls/frisbies, bubbles, nerf blasters, sidewalk chalk, table games/activities, scooters, skate boards, bikes.
Parents also bring beach chairs, sunscreen, bottled water and snacks.
For more information about the “Let Grow” initiative, Click HERE
Contact Kim with any questions or to brainstorm ideas: colacityinfo@gmail.com
Call or Text if you get lost along the way: 803-307-4880
Sign up here so we can keep an eye out for you and send you meet-up reminders:
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Firefly Gameday: October
2024-10-04 12:00 - 14:00 | 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.

Let Grow Play Club: October
2024-10-09 13:00 - 15:00 | In Person
Let Grow Play Club: Owens Field
by Cola City Homeschoolers
Wednsday, October 9, 1-3 pm
FREE — All ages
This 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.
This 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.
We hope to see this grow and expand to more projects and activities thru the summer to develop interpersonal connections as well as personal agency. We’re meeting up on WEDNESDAYs at 1 pm in October.
Let Grow Play Club WEDNESDAYS 1-3 pm now thru May
October’s Location: Owens Field Skate Park 1351 Jim Hamilton Blvd, Columbia, SC 29205
Bring: yard games, balls/frisbies, bubbles, nerf blasters, sidewalk chalk, table games/activities, scooters, skate boards, bikes.
Parents also bring beach chairs, sunscreen, bottled water and snacks.
For more information about the “Let Grow” initiative, Click HERE
Contact Kim with any questions or to brainstorm ideas: colacityinfo@gmail.com
Call or Text if you get lost along the way: 803-307-4880
Sign up here so we can keep an eye out for you and send you meet-up reminders:
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Take Action Club: Wildlife Habitats
2024-10-16 10:00 - 12:00
Take Action Club
By Cola City Homeschoolers
Wed, Oct 16 from 10am-noon
Teens — $5/person
Note: This is Cola City event. Registration required–scroll down to reserve your space.
Take Action Club is a new initiative for middle/high schoolers to learn about building community and practical projects. Plus FUN! Meetings on the 1st/3rd Wednesdays of the month from 10am-noon at Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 2701 Heyward St, Columbia

This week, participants will learn: Wildlife Habitat and Community Care.

Join Beth Foley the Conservation Education Coordinator with SC Department of Natural Resources to learn about South Carolina’s wonderful flora and fauna. You will learn the natural history of several native wildlife species, their habitat requirements, and ways to make your own yard more beneficial to wildlife. Participants will learn basic identification techniques for wildlife tracks, skulls, pelts, and scat and why these skills are important for wildlife biologists. Each participant will get to make their own make-it-take-it plaster casting of an animal track.

Sign up here so we can keep an eye out for you and send you meet-up reminders:

Let Grow Play Club: October
2024-10-16 13:00 - 15:00 | In Person
Let Grow Play Club: Owens Field
by Cola City Homeschoolers
Wednesday, October 16, 1-3 pm
FREE — All ages
This 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.
This 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.
We hope to see this grow and expand to more projects and activities thru the summer to develop interpersonal connections as well as personal agency. We’re meeting up on WEDNESDAYs at 1 pm in October.
Let Grow Play Club WEDNESDAYS 1-3 pm now thru May
October’s Location: Owens Field Skate Park 1351 Jim Hamilton Blvd, Columbia, SC 29205
Bring: yard games, balls/frisbies, bubbles, nerf blasters, sidewalk chalk, table games/activities, scooters, skate boards, bikes.
Parents also bring beach chairs, sunscreen, bottled water and snacks.
For more information about the “Let Grow” initiative, Click HERE
Contact Kim with any questions or to brainstorm ideas: colacityinfo@gmail.com
Call or Text if you get lost along the way: 803-307-4880
Sign up here so we can keep an eye out for you and send you meet-up reminders:
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ACT Webinar: Choosing the "Right" College
2024-10-16 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual Event
Choosing the “Right” College
by ACT & CollegeWise
Wednesday, Oct 16 @7pm EST
FREE — Teens/Parents
Note: This event is *NOT* hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers. Contact ACT for more information
Finding Your Fit: Researching & Choosing the Right College
Wednesday, October 16, 2024 – 6:00 p.m. CT/7:00 p.m. ET

About this session: With over 4,000 universities just in the US, it’s no wonder most students feel overwhelmed by the research process to find the right schools. Where do you even begin?
In this webinar, Collegewise admission experts will be sharing top tips on how to effectively conduct college research and solidify a well-rounded list of schools. We want every student to be thrilled about their options.
By the end of the session, you will discover:

How to do robust and effective research
What factors to consider when conducting college research
How to maximize college visits
How to create a balanced college list that includes likely, target, and reach schools
How to find schools that are the right fit for your personality, aspirations, and budget

College research doesn’t have to be so complicated, and with Collegewise expert advice, you’ll be all set to approach it with a greater sense of confidence.
Register now and secure your seat!

Sally Salamander Walking Tour: Rescheduled
2024-10-18 13:00 - 15:00 | In Person
Sally Salamander Scavenger Hunt (rescheduled)
By Cola City Homeschoolers
Friday, Oct 18, 1-3 pm
FREE — All Ages
Note: This is a Cola City meet-up. It’s free, but please scroll down to sign up so we know to keep an eye out for you and can notify you of any changes in case of inclement weather. This Field Trip is another “Let Grow” initative to foster agency and autonomy at age-appropriate levels.
Sally Salamander is a walking tour of downtown Columbia featuring numbered, bronze statues of South Carolina’s state amphibian, the spotted salamander. The tour was presented by the Leadership Columbia class of 2009. We’ll meet-up at Columbia SC Visitors Center to get started!
I’m Sally, Columbia SC’s official amphibian ambassador! As you look for me around downtown, be sure to notice the beautiful architecture and cultural icons of South Carolina’s capital city. We pride ourselves on maintaining our rich history as we build for the future. When you spot me along your journey, feel free to pet me. Like our locals, I am friendly and full of Southern graciousness.
Street Parking available near Columbia Regional Visitors Center, 1120 Lincoln Street Columbia, SC 29201. Contact Kim with Cola City Homeschoolers if you’re lost along the way or running late: 803-307-4880

We will be exploring the spots along Main Street and looping back to the start. We won’t cover the entire distance of them all. You can come back to find the rest on your own (or we can schedule part 2). Families with younger children, please consider the walking distance and duration of time. If we need to split up into older/younger groups.
Sign up here so we can keep an eye out for you and send you meet-up reminders:
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Intuitive Painting 101
2024-10-19 10:00 - 16:00
Intuitive Painting 101
by Columbia Museum of Art
Saturday, Oct 19th @10am
Teens/Parents — $72-90
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Explore the meditative process of painting. Students experiment with paint in a creative environment while taking inspiration from French Moderns and the CMA Collection. Taught by local art educator Mary Hendrix, who holds a bachelor’s degree in art from East Tennessee State University and a master’s degree in teaching from the University of South Carolina. Ages 15 and up. All materials included.
$90 / $72 for members.
Register HERE

Let Grow Play Club: October
2024-10-23 13:00 - 15:00 | In Person
Let Grow Play Club: Owens Field
by Cola City Homeschoolers
Wednesday, October 23, 1-3 pm
FREE — All ages
This 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.
This 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.
We hope to see this grow and expand to more projects and activities thru the summer to develop interpersonal connections as well as personal agency. We’re meeting up on WEDNESDAYs at 1 pm in October.
Let Grow Play Club WEDNESDAYS 1-3 pm now thru May
October’s Location: Owens Field Skate Park 1351 Jim Hamilton Blvd, Columbia, SC 29205
Bring: yard games, balls/frisbies, bubbles, nerf blasters, sidewalk chalk, table games/activities, scooters, skate boards, bikes.
Parents also bring beach chairs, sunscreen, bottled water and snacks.
For more information about the “Let Grow” initiative, Click HERE
Contact Kim with any questions or to brainstorm ideas: colacityinfo@gmail.com
Call or Text if you get lost along the way: 803-307-4880
Sign up here so we can keep an eye out for you and send you meet-up reminders:
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Bonfire Meet-up for Teens: Cancelled
2024-10-24 18:00 - 19:30 | In Person
Bonfire Meet-up for Teens
by Cola City & Akoma Cares
Thursday, Oct 24 at 6 pm
Teens 12+ — Free
Note: This activity is a collaboration with Cola City and Akoma Cares. This event has been cancelled. The bonfire area needed some cleanup which had initially been scheduled prior to the storm. The clean up was postponed because of the storm though.
Now, the area has more significant clean up needed as storm recovery. The bonfire event is postponed till the area can be assessed for use later in the Spring.
Got other meet-up and volunteer ideas? Contact Kim at colacityinfo@gmail.com

Holiday Mock Market Day
2024-10-30 10:00 - 12:00 | In Person
Holiday Mock Market Day
By Cola City Homeschoolers
Wednesday, Oct. 30
from 10am-noon
All ages — $5/vendor space
Market Day is a fun, opportunity to be a creative entrepreneur and snag a bunch of treats! Wednesday, October 30th from 10am to noon. Wear your costumes, too!
Location: Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Columbia, 2701 Heyward St, Columbia, SC 29205 Free parking along both sides of the street–look for the entrance at the corner/front side of the building.
(Let Grow Play Club meet-up: Hide and Seek Trick or Treat is at Owens Field afterwards from 1-3pm)
Entrepreneur Challenge: create items for “sale”: something fun, useful, or beautiful. Holiday Theme recommended.
Ideas for getting started: Bookmarks, DIY Slime, Homemade Soaps, Origami Creations, DIY Stress Balls, Sun Catchers, Dream Catchers, Beaded Bracelets, DIY Bouncy Balls, DIY Bath Bombs, Wood Crafts, DIY PlayDoh, Picture Frames, Small Clay Dishes, Paper Flowers, Pet Rocks, Painted Stones, Magnets, Mod Podge Creations, Homemade Comics, Pour Paintings, Keychains. Edible items are permitted, too: either homemade or packaged creatively.
Participants may set up as individual vendors or partner together. Market Day bucks will be provided per vendor space, to shop for items. Each vendor space is $5 (will be provided $20 Market Day bucks). Partners sharing a space will also share their market day dollars.
Vendors please price items or have a price sign. Each participant will be provided with Market Day Bucks only–no coins. So keep that in mind with your prices.
Notes to clarify about the market day bucks and the particpation fee:

Participants will not earn or use “real money.” Think of it more like a mock market day or a trading day. The currency is a set amount for each participant–so they can value their items and trade within the closed economy. Like a barter system of sorts–they’ll walk away with other “goods” to show for their contribution to the economy.
We do have a small fee for participation to cover our overhead costs of running and organizing Cola City. That money goes into the “economy” of this event and this support resource.
Consider the real life value of your market items between $.25-$1.50 per items. Prepare 15-30 items for your store. Set the market day bucks prices between $1-$5.
Bonus bucks ($5) for vendors who incorporate recycled, repurposed or environmentally-friendly products–and can explain this component.
Parents will not have any spending money. Roles will be reversed, to get your child to buy items that you might want.

Sign up here to get a vendor space:

Hide-n-Seek Trick-or-Treat
2024-10-30 13:00 - 15:00 | In Person
Hide n Seek Trick or Treat
By Cola City Homeschoolers Wednesday, Oct 30 @1 pm
All ages — FREE
Let’s celebrate Halloween with a fun outing at the park. Meet up at Owens Field Skate Park, 1351 Jim Hamilton Blvd, Columbia, SC 29205
Dress up in your costumes and bring a bag of candy to contribute. We’ll play for a while at the park while we get organized with a few teen/adult volunteers who will hide along the trail with a stash of candy.
We’ll instruct the participants so they know where to safely look for candy keepers. Parents are asked to supervise young children. This is not a drop-off event.
Bring: a bag of candy to donate to the game. Bring your own trick or treat bag or container to collect goodies.
No sign up, just show up.
Contact Kim 803-307-4880 or colacityinfo@gmail.com
Call or text if you get lost along the way or for inclement weather.
If you’d like to get on the reminder list for Let Grow Club Park Meet-ups, here’s the form:
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My Street, My Story Competition
2024-11-01 12:00 - 12:30 | Virtual Event
My Street, My Story Competition
by USC Center for Civil Rights
Deadline: Nov 1
All High Schoolers — Free
Note this is NOT hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers. Please contact USC Center for Civil Rights for more information and submission

Columbia-area high school students are invited to participate in “My Street, My Story: Celebrating History and Community through Youth Expression,” a visual and literary arts contest created by the USC Center for Civil Rights History and Research.
Inspired by the Center’s current exhibition, Intersection on Main Street: African American Life in Columbia, located in the Columbia Museum of Art’s Our Story Matters gallery, students are encouraged to use their preferred methods of artistic or written expression to create a body of work that draws connections from the stories of community and resilience of the Historic Black Business District in Columbia to their own present-day experiences in their community.
MORE Information Click HERE

Firefly Gameday: November
2024-11-01 12:00 - 14:00 | In Person

Funky Fall Friday: Movie in the Park
2024-11-01 18:30 - 21:00
Funky Fall Friday: Movie in the Park
by Richland Co Recreation Commission
Friday, Nov 1st @6:30pm
FREE– Teens only
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Rain or shine, join us for a Funky Fall Friday Movie in the Park at Caughman Road Park on Friday, Nov 1st. We’ll have snacks and popcorn and a movie on the big screen, all for FREE! Bring your lawn chair and picnic blanket.
For more info or to register, click HERE

Take Action Club: CPR Workshop
2024-11-06 10:00 - 12:00 | In Person
CPR Workshop
by Cola City Homeschoolers
Wednesday, Nov 6 @10am-noon
All Ages –$40/participant
Note: This is Cola City event. Registration required–scroll down to reserve your space.
Take Action Club is a new initiative for middle/high schoolers to learn about building community and practical projects. Plus FUN!
This week is open to all ages (parents or younger siblings). Ashley Graham will be facilitating the The Family & Friends CPR Course.
The course teaches the lifesaving skills of adult Hands-Only CPR, adult CPR with breaths, child CPR with breaths, adult and child AED use, infant CPR, and mild and severe airway block for adults, children, and infants. Skills are taught in a dynamic group environment using the AHA’s research-proven practice-while-watching technique, which provides participants with the most hands-on CPR practice time possible.
Location: Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Columbia, 2701 Heyward St, Columbia, SC 29205 (Let Grow Play Club meet-up is at Grandby Garden afterwards from 1-3pm)
Sign up here to reserve your space:

Let Grow Play Club
2024-11-06 12:30 - 14:30 | In Person
Let Grow Play Club: November
by Cola City Homeschoolers
Wednesday, November 6, 1-3 pm
FREE — All ages
This 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.
This 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.
We hope to see this grow and expand to more projects and activities thru the fall to develop interpersonal connections as well as personal agency. We’re meeting up on WEDNESDAYs at 1 pm in November.
Let Grow Play Club WEDNESDAYS 1-3 pm now thru May
October’s Location: Owens Field Skate Park 1351 Jim Hamilton Blvd, Columbia, SC 29205
Bring: yard games, balls/frisbies, bubbles, nerf blasters, sidewalk chalk, table games/activities, scooters, skate boards, bikes.
Parents also bring beach chairs, sunscreen, bottled water and snacks.
For more information about the “Let Grow” initiative, Click HERE
Contact Kim with any questions or to brainstorm ideas: colacityinfo@gmail.com
Call or Text if you get lost along the way: 803-307-4880

Homeschool Day at Brevard College
2024-11-08 09:00 - 14:00
Homeschool Visitation Day
by Brevard College
Friday, Nov 8th @9am
Teens/Parents — FREE
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.

Visitation Day for Homeschool Students is Friday, November 8!

Small class sizes, experiential learning, and a relationship-based educational approach aligns perfectly with the goals and expectations of homeschool students.

Align your education with your career goals

Learn more about Brevard’s dedication to experiential education, career readiness, and opportunities for students.

Meet faculty

Brevard’s faculty and classroom experiences are consistently recognized by U.S. News and World Report. You’ll meet and talk with Brevard faculty about your academic and career goals.

Learn about NCAA DIII Athletics

Brevard’s mission aligns perfectly with NCAA DIII. You can meet with coaches, see athletic facilities, and see if you’d like to become a BC Tornado.

Meet with admissions staff

Learn more about your admissions status and eligibility for scholarships and financial aid. Bring your transcript and test scores, and you’ll receive an Admissions decision before you leave!

Take a campus tour

Current BC Students, staff, faculty, and coaches are here to greet you and answer any questions you may have.

Explore the “Land of the Waterfalls”

Experience the natural beauty of Western North Carolina, from hiking to biking to whitewater rafting and more!.

Register HERE to join.

Tribe Baseball Camp
2024-11-11 15:30 - 2024-11-15 17:30
Tribe Baseball Camp
by Lakelands Homeschool Athletics
Monday, Nov 11th-15th @3:30pm
Grades 6-12 — $60
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
5 day baseball camp for 6th to 12th grade homeschool students. Camp runs November 11th to 15th from 4:00 to 5:30 pm each day.
Camp is held at Greenwood Legion Stadium: 100 Ginn St Greenwood SC
REGISTER HERE!!

Let Grow Play Club
2024-11-13 12:30 - 14:30 | In Person
Let Grow Play Club: November
by Cola City Homeschoolers
Wednesday, November 13, 1-3 pm
FREE — All ages
This 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.
This 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.
We hope to see this grow and expand to more projects and activities thru the fall to develop interpersonal connections as well as personal agency. We’re meeting up on WEDNESDAYs at 1 pm in November.
Let Grow Play Club WEDNESDAYS 1-3 pm now thru May
October’s Location: Owens Field Skate Park 1351 Jim Hamilton Blvd, Columbia, SC 29205
Bring: yard games, balls/frisbies, bubbles, nerf blasters, sidewalk chalk, table games/activities, scooters, skate boards, bikes.
Parents also bring beach chairs, sunscreen, bottled water and snacks.
For more information about the “Let Grow” initiative, Click HERE
Contact Kim with any questions or to brainstorm ideas: colacityinfo@gmail.com
Call or Text if you get lost along the way: 803-307-4880

Come Meet Your Army
2024-11-19 16:00 - 18:00
Come Meet Your Army
by US Army Training Center & Ft Jackson
Tuesday, Nov 19th @4pm
FREE — Teens/Parents
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event
The “Come See Your Army” tour at Fort Jackson is a community event that gives the public a chance to experience how soldiers train and see the day-to-day operations at the base.
This event gives local citizens a chance to see how trainees forge the Night Infiltration Course (NIC) to become American soldiers. While low crawling through obstacles that include flares, explosions, and a hail of gunfire overhead, many soldiers have said the NIC is one of the most memorable events of basic training.
The tour includes:

A briefing on the base’s mission and training at the Night Infiltration Course (NIC)
A chance to speak with drill sergeants
A tour of the NIC to watch soldiers train under live machine gun fire
A chance to speak with soldiers about their training

For all interested in participation in the tour, one must:

Register and receive an invitation
Bring a valid ID and a copy of their invitation
Wear long pants and close-toe, comfortable shoes

To register for the tour and/or receive additional information, contact the Fort Jackson’s Community Relations Office at (803) 751-1474 or visit afit.edu.
CLICK HERE TO RSVP FOR THIS TOUR: https://einvitations.afit.edu/inv/anim.cfm?i=929852&k=0B634B017E55

Take Action Club: Fall-iday Feast & GAMES
2024-11-20 10:00 - 13:00 | In Person
Fall-iday Feast & Games
by Cola City/Take Action Club
Wednesday, Nov 20 @10am-12:30
Teens/Tweens –$5/participant
Note: This is Cola City event. Registration required–scroll down to reserve your space.
Take Action Club is a new initiative for middle/high schoolers to learn about building community and practical projects. Plus FUN!
This week’s program is a Fall-day Feast and Friendships. Bring finger foods and feast fixin’s to share potluck style. All participants need a wifi-device (phone or tablet) to play the Jackbox games.
Jackbox is a collection of fun party games played digitally. Think of it as updated versions charades, trivia, or win lose or draw. The games are easy to learn and play–if you’ve never played before or if you’re shy or introverted. https://www.jackboxgames.com/
Location: Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Columbia, 2701 Heyward St, Columbia, SC 29205 (Let Grow Play Club meet-up is at Grandby Garden afterwards from 1-3pm)
Sign up here to reserve your space:

Let Grow Play Club
2024-11-20 13:00 - 15:00 | In Person
Let Grow Play Club: November
by Cola City Homeschoolers
Wednesday, November 20, 1-3 pm
FREE — All ages
This 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.
This 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.
We hope to see this grow and expand to more projects and activities thru the fall to develop interpersonal connections as well as personal agency. We’re meeting up on WEDNESDAYs at 1 pm in November.
Let Grow Play Club WEDNESDAYS 1-3 pm now thru May
October’s Location: Owens Field Skate Park 1351 Jim Hamilton Blvd, Columbia, SC 29205
Bring: yard games, balls/frisbies, bubbles, nerf blasters, sidewalk chalk, table games/activities, scooters, skate boards, bikes.
Parents also bring beach chairs, sunscreen, bottled water and snacks.
For more information about the “Let Grow” initiative, Click HERE
Contact Kim with any questions or to brainstorm ideas: colacityinfo@gmail.com
Call or Text if you get lost along the way: 803-307-4880

Let Grow Play Club 11/27
2024-11-27 12:30 - 14:30 | In Person
Let Grow Play Club: November
by Cola City Homeschoolers
Wednesday, November 27, 1-3 pm
FREE — All ages
This 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.
This 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.
We hope to see this grow and expand to more projects and activities thru the fall to develop interpersonal connections as well as personal agency. We’re meeting up on WEDNESDAYs at 1 pm in November.
Let Grow Play Club WEDNESDAYS 1-3 pm now thru May
October’s Location: Owens Field Skate Park 1351 Jim Hamilton Blvd, Columbia, SC 29205
Bring: yard games, balls/frisbies, bubbles, nerf blasters, sidewalk chalk, table games/activities, scooters, skate boards, bikes.
Parents also bring beach chairs, sunscreen, bottled water and snacks.
For more information about the “Let Grow” initiative, Click HERE
Contact Kim with any questions or to brainstorm ideas: colacityinfo@gmail.com
Call or Text if you get lost along the way: 803-307-4880

Teen Anime & Manga Club: Boba Tea
2024-11-30 15:00 - 17:00
Teen Anime & Manga Club
by Richland Library Northeast
Saturday, Nov 30th @3pm
FREE — Teens
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.

Join the Richland Library Northeast Anime/Manga Club

Lovers of Anime will meet to discuss, watch and recommend Anime in a welcoming indoor environment. To also focus on broadening Japanese cultural understanding. All teens are welcome, and no previous knowledge of Anime needed! This Saturday we will be making some Boba tea and then watching some awesome Anime!
More info HERE!
