BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Cola City Homeschoolers - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Cola City Homeschoolers X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Cola City Homeschoolers REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20220101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230211T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230211T150000 DTSTAMP:20260405T184111 CREATED:20230129T203153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230129T203153Z UID:29014-1676109600-1676127600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com SUMMARY:Swordfest DESCRIPTION:Swordfest\nBy: South Carolina Military Museum\nFeb. 11\, 10am-3pm\nFREE for all ages\n  \nNote: This event is not hosted by Cola City. Contact (803) 737-8095 \nJust when you thought it was safe to go out without your sword and shield\, SwordFest is back\, yet again\, at the South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum.\nCome on out – admission is free. SwordFest 2023 starts at 10 a.m. and runs until at least 3 p.m. on Saturday\, Feb. 11.\nThe peace of our city will again be disturbed by clanging and swishing of every kind imaginable – and for the sixth time! And if you’ve been to SwordFest before\, you know this isn’t your average historical uprising of swordfighters. It’s more like every kind of bladed weaponry all coming at you at once. But without harmful intent\, of course.\n301 Gervais St\, Columbia\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina\nContact (803) 737-8095\nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1619179258518868 URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/swordfest/ CATEGORIES:Events,Not Hosted by Cola City END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230217 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230218 DTSTAMP:20260405T184111 CREATED:20230121T034645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230121T034645Z UID:28977-1676592000-1676678399@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com SUMMARY:Global Bird Count DESCRIPTION:Global Bird Count\nBy: The Great Backyard Bird Count\nFeb 17th – 20th\nFor all ages\nFREE\nNote: this is not hosted by Cola City \nParticipating is easy\, fun to do alone or with others\, and can be done anywhere you find birds. \nStep 1: Decide where you will watch birds. \nStep 2: Watch birds for 15 minutes or more\, at least once over the four days\, February 17-20\, 2023. \nStep 3: Identify all the birds you see or hear within your planned time/location and use the best tool for sharing your bird sightings: \n\nIf you are a beginning bird admirer and new to bird identification\, try using the Merlin Bird ID app to tell us what birds you are seeing or hearing.\nIf you have participated in the count before and want to record numbers of birds\, try the eBird Mobile app or enter your bird list on the eBird website (desktop/laptop).\n\nhttps://www.birdcount.org/participate/?fbclid=IwAR0obcBrqWrq_OVNcJaXrieQt-c3msrAmQFoWcurWKFh-cKH2tEZER9pHSA URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/global-bird-count/ CATEGORIES:Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230217T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230217T150000 DTSTAMP:20260405T184111 CREATED:20230129T215332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230129T215332Z UID:29020-1676642400-1676646000@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com SUMMARY:Focal Points Tour: That’s Presidential! DESCRIPTION:Focal Points Tour: That’s Presidential!\nBy: Columbia Museum of Art\nFeb.17\, 2023 AT 2 PM – 3 PM\nFREE with admission\,\nadmission: $10 adults\, $5 children 7+\n  \nNot: this is not a Cola City event. Contact CMA at (803) 799-2810 info@columbiamuseum.org \nIn honor of Presidents Day\, join docent Cindy Jurgensen for a tour of art in the CMA Collection with a connection to a U.S. president or the White House. Focal Points is a series of gallery tours featuring topics and themes near and dear to the hearts of docents and staff. Free with membership or admission \n1515 Main St\, Columbia\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina\nContact CMA at (803) 799-2810 info@columbiamuseum.org \ncolumbiamuseum.org URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/focal-points-tour-thats-presidential/ CATEGORIES:Events,Not Hosted by Cola City END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230221T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230221T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T184111 CREATED:20230208T210159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T210159Z UID:29062-1677006000-1677009600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com SUMMARY:Green Ummah & The Great Outdoors DESCRIPTION:Green Ummah & The Great Outdoors\nBy: The Outdoor Learning Store\nFeb. 21st 2023\, at 7pm\nFREE for adults\n  \nNote: This event is not hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers\, for more information:  https://outdoorlearningstore.com/workshops/ \nJoin Aadil Nathani of Green Ummah\, a non-profit organization with the goal of creating a green movement in the Muslim community. \nAadil has responded to the urgent need to address climate change and the responsibility that we have to take care of the planet by co-founding Green Ummah with the hope that it can provide simple\, practical solutions for Muslims to be more environmentally friendly. \nAadil will share some ideas and resources from the work of Green Ummah\, and will also share the work of Ambreen Tariq\, author of Fatima’s Great Outdoors\, and of the founder of @BrownPeopleCamping. \n\nAll registrants will be entered to win some great draw prizes! \n\nRegiste here: https://outdoorlearningstore.com/workshops/ \n  \n \n  URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/green-ummah-the-great-outdoors/ CATEGORIES:Events,Not Hosted by Cola City,Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230223T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230223T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T184111 CREATED:20230131T232117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230201T002629Z UID:29036-1677146400-1677153600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com SUMMARY:Forest Conservation DESCRIPTION:Forest Conservation\nby SE Homeschool Co-op\nThursday\, February 23 10-noon\nTeens 13+ — $3.50\nNote: This is a Cola City event in collaboration with Southeast Columbia Homeschool Co-op. Contact colacityinfo@gmail.com with questions. \nCome for this ranger-led lesson on forest conservation\, prescribed burns\, and careers in forestry\, led by Ranger Beth Foley. Meet at Harbison State Forest Education Center 5500 Broad River Road Columbia\, SC 29212. Parking is free for this event. \nTeens ages 13+: $3.50/student. Well-behaved middle schoolers (no running off into the woods) may also attend. Wear close-toe shoes for hiking along the trail. Bring water bottles and picnic lunch for afterwards. Parent chaperones are free. \nFamilies with younger siblings can participate in the Junior Forester program with parent chaperone on a separate trail. Free materials for hands-on activities included and Jr. Badge for completing the trail. The guidebook says it’s geared for K-2nd grade\, but we think it’s really appropriate for all elementary ages. Plus it’s more fun to work together as a group. \nLook for Angela Hardy to greet you and help organize our participants. Contact her if you are running late or get lost along the way: 803-743-8802\nIf you cannot reach her\, contact Kim 803-307-4880 \n\n\n \n Parent NameNote: Please include the name of the adult contact for this registration\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n EmailLook for an automated confirmation when you submit the form\n \n Mobile PhoneInclude a number just in case we need to reach you last minute.Teen Participant name and ageTeens 13+/High school. Middle school 11-12 must be well-behaved. Use the plus (+) sign to add rows for additional teen participants. Parent chaperone verificationWill the parent chaperone with the teen group or younger siblings group? Choose one. Teens Only GroupYounger SiblingsTeen Drop-offParent is responsible to check in with Cola City's representative at drop off\, and pick up. Student will be respectful and courteous while under supervision of Cola City's volunteer chaperones. I agree to the drop-off policy and request permission for student participant to be supervised by Cola City's volunteer chaperones.How many younger siblings?Please let us know how many participants will participate in the Jr. Forester activity? Please enter a number greater than or equal to 0.Cola City Mailing ListWould you like to be added to our mailing list for information about upcoming homeschool events and activities?\n \n \n Yes\, add me to the mailing list\n \n \n \n Yes\, I think I'm already on the list\n \n \n \n No\, thanks anyway\n Forestry Tour QuantitySelect the number of middle/high school participants. \n \n \n Price:\n $3.50\n \n \n Quantity \n TotalPlease submit payment to secure space. \n $0.00 URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/forest-conservation/ LOCATION:In Person CATEGORIES:Cola City Classes,Green Steps,Teen END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230225T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230225T220000 DTSTAMP:20260405T184111 CREATED:20230218T173851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230218T173851Z UID:29105-1677315600-1677362400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com SUMMARY:Battle of Aiken DESCRIPTION:Battle of Aiken\nBy: Battle of Aiken\nFeb. 25th from 9am-10pm\n5 AND UNDER: FREE.\n6 TO 12: $5\,13 TO 18: $10\, ADULTS: $15\n\nNote: this is not a Cola City Hosted Event\nFor more information: https://battleofaiken.com/\nTravel back in time and spend a weekend at the Battle of Aiken! There are thousands of things to see. Each year is different depending on which living historians across the country are able to attend. Come early and between the battles tour at your own leisure to experience 1865! A must-see for children!\nBATTLE OF AIKEN PARK\, 1210 Powell Pond Road on Feb 25th from 9am till 10 pm\, you can stay all day or part of the day come any time. Children 5 and under FREE\, 5-13 $10\, 13-18 $15\, adults $15 rain or shine! Dress for the weather as this is an outdoor experience! Bring a lawn chair or picnic blanket.\nhttps://battleofaiken.com/spectators/ URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/battle-of-aiken-2/ CATEGORIES:Events,Field Trip,Not Hosted by Cola City END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230226T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230226T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T184111 CREATED:20230218T174051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230218T174051Z UID:29108-1677402000-1677430800@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com SUMMARY:Battle of Aiken Sunday DESCRIPTION:Battle of Aiken\nBy: Battle of Aiken\nFeb. 26th from 9am-5pm\n5 AND UNDER: FREE.\n6 TO 12: $5\,13 TO 18: $10\, ADULTS: $15\n\nNote: this is not a Cola City Hosted Event\nFor more information: https://battleofaiken.com/\nTravel back in time and spend a weekend at the Battle of Aiken! There are thousands of things to see. Each year is different depending on which living historians across the country are able to attend. Come early and between the battles tour at your own leisure to experience 1865! A must-see for children!\nBATTLE OF AIKEN PARK\, 1210 Powell Pond Road on Feb 26th from 9am till 5pm\, you can stay all day or part of the day come any time. Children 5 and under FREE\, 5-13 $10\, 13-18 $15\, adults $15 rain or shine! Dress for the weather as this is an outdoor experience! Bring a lawn chair or picnic blanket.\nhttps://battleofaiken.com/spectators/ URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/battle-of-aiken-sunday/ CATEGORIES:Events,Field Trip,Not Hosted by Cola City END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230228T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230228T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T184111 CREATED:20230208T211206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T211206Z UID:29066-1677610800-1677614400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com SUMMARY:A People’s Curriculum for the Earth DESCRIPTION:A People’s Curriculum for the Earth\n\nBy: The Outdoor Learning Store\nFeb. 28th 2023\, at 7pm\nFREE for adults\n \nTim Swinehart is a high school teacher and co-author of A People’s Curriculum for the Earth: Teaching Climate Change and the Environmental Crisis. \nThis resource book for educators features some of the best articles from Rethinking Schools magazine alongside classroom-friendly readings on climate change\, energy\, water\, food\, and pollution – as well as on people who are working to make things better. \nAt a time when it’s becoming increasingly obvious that life on Earth is at risk\, here is a resource that helps students see what’s wrong and imagine solutions. \nAll registrants will be entered to win some great draw prizes! Following the workshop\, you will receive a link to the resources shared\, the recording\, and access your Certificate of Attendance. \nRegiste here: https://outdoorlearningstore.com/workshops/ URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/a-peoples-curriculum-for-the-earth/ CATEGORIES:Events,Not Hosted by Cola City,Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230301T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230301T110000 DTSTAMP:20260405T184111 CREATED:20230116T184625Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230116T205356Z UID:28945-1677664800-1677668400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com SUMMARY:Gladys’ Gang Toddler Edition: Opposites Attract DESCRIPTION:Gladys’ Gang Toddler Edition: Opposites Attract\nEvent by Columbia Museum of Art\nWEDNESDAY\, MARCH 1\, 2023 AT 10 AM – 11 AM\nFREE for toddlers and siblings\n  \nNote: This event is not hosted by Cola City. Contact Columbia Museum of Art \nDark and light\, warm and cold\, day and night. Our lives are full of opposites\, and so are the galleries! Join us as we explore these puzzling pairs and create our own contrasting works of art. Key topic: opposites. This program is specially designed for 2- to 3-year-old participants and their adult companions to explore art through movement and play. Gladys’ Gang includes story time\, gallery exploration\, and a creative studio activity related to the art exploration theme. Siblings welcome!\nFree. Registration required for all participants as capacities are limited\nColumbia Museum of Art at 1515 Main St\, Columbia\, SC 29201\nFREE\nRegister HERE 3162.blackbaudhosting.com/3162/tickets URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/gladys-gang-toddler-edition-opposites-attract/ CATEGORIES:Events,Not Hosted by Cola City END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230302T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230302T130000 DTSTAMP:20260405T184111 CREATED:20230121T040303Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230122T091617Z UID:28980-1677751200-1677762000@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com SUMMARY:US Army ROTC Big South High School Education Day DESCRIPTION:US Army ROTC Big South High School Education Day\nBy: US Army ROTC at The BOplex – Home of Bojangles Coliseum & Ovens Auditorium 2700 East Independence Blvd. Charlotte\, NC 28205\nMarch 2nd\, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m\nFREE\nFor sophomores through college and chaperones\n  \nNote: This event is not hosted by Cola City. For more information email bigsouth.hsed@gmail.com. \nThe 2023 US Army ROTC Big South High School Education Day is Thursday\, March 2 at the BOplex in Charlotte\, N.C.\, from 10:00am to 1:00pm. \nStudents in attendance will include high school sophomores\, juniors and seniors from Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools and surrounding areas\, and the day concludes with free admittance to the Hercules Tires Big South Women’s Basketball Championship Quarterfinal game at 11:30am. \nIn addition\, all Education Day participants will be permitted to attend any game of the women’s quarterfinal session on March 2 with their ticket. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/2023-us-army-rotc-big-south-high-school-education-day-bshsed-registration-444710881217?aff=erellivmlt&fbclid=IwAR1E4prAeiwHr8zjrrDEX28VRW02Nvbc2OKwzkcblklzpHzo3CwJkWfGBnQ URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/us-army-rotc-big-south-high-school-education-day/ CATEGORIES:Events,Not Hosted by Cola City END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230303T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230303T140000 DTSTAMP:20260405T184111 CREATED:20230218T175848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230218T175848Z UID:29110-1677844800-1677852000@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com SUMMARY:Homeschool Day at Firefly games DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Day\nBy Firefly Toys and Games\nMarch 3rd from 12pm -2pm\nFREE for all ages \n\n  \nNote: this is not a Cola City event\, contact (803) 996-3473\, fireflytoysandgames@gmail.com\n736 St Andrews Rd suite c\, Columbia\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina\nWe 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 with us!\ncontact (803) 996-3473\, fireflytoysandgames@gmail.com 736 St Andrews Rd suite c\, Columbia\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina https://www.fireflytoysandgames.com/ URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/homeschool-day-at-firefly-games/ CATEGORIES:Events,Not Hosted by Cola City END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230307T083000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230307T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T184111 CREATED:20230218T182611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230218T182611Z UID:29115-1678177800-1678204800@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com SUMMARY:Assistive Technology EXPO DESCRIPTION:Assistive Technology Expo\nBy: USC Medical School Columbia\nMarch 7th\,  8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.\nTarget Audience:  People with disabilities\, their families\, seniors\, educators\, veterans and healthcare professionals.\nFREE\nNote: This is not a Cola City hosted event. Contact: 803-935-5263\nMarch 7\, 2023 from 8:30am to 4pm for a full day of exhibits and workshops showcasing assistive technology for people with a wide range of disabilities. This year’s expo will be our 30th expo and we’ll be live and in person at the convention center so register today. This is a FREE event.  To register: https://sc.edu/study/colleges_schools/medicine/centers_and_institutes_new/center_for_disability_resources/assistive_technology/expo/index.php?fbclid=IwAR0XDiuA1QvmfG7FNrFEQ2JbNpD6enZ6MW-1E2VzexTppyaiGk2W2bp9E90 \nColumbia Metropolitan Convention Center\, 1101 Lincoln Street\, Columbia\, SC 29201\nExplore the exhibit hall for demonstrations and information about the latest products and services. Attend workshops which address pressing disability issues. You can even earn free continuing education credits through the Expo.\nExhibits open at 8:30 a.m. and close at 3:30 p.m. Information and continuing education sessions begin at 9:30 a.m. These one-hour sessions cover a wide range of topics with time in between to allow you to visit our sponsors and exhibitors throughout the day. There are special ASHA sessions as well. Register: https://sc.edu/study/colleges_schools/medicine/centers_and_institutes_new/center_for_disability_resources/assistive_technology/expo/index.php?fbclid=IwAR0XDiuA1QvmfG7FNrFEQ2JbNpD6enZ6MW-1E2VzexTppyaiGk2W2bp9E90 \n\n\n\n  URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/assistive-technology-expo/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230307T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230307T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T184111 CREATED:20230208T211858Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T211858Z UID:29068-1678215600-1678219200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com SUMMARY:School Gardening: Teaching Tools & Resources DESCRIPTION:School Gardening: Teaching Tools & Resources\n\nBy: The Outdoor Learning Store\nMarch 7th\, 2023 at 7pm\nFREE for adults\n \nWith spring around the corner\, we are excited to bring back Megan Zeni and Kaci Rae Christopher\, two amazing school garden specialists! \nKaci Rae is a School Garden & Farm Educator\, and author of The School Garden Curriculum: An Integrated K-8 Guide for Discovering Science\, Ecology\, and Whole-Systems Thinking. \nMegan is a Teacher and School Garden Educator\, and the co-curator of the Soil Study and Inquiry Kit\, as well as the Looking Closely Outdoor Learning Kit. \nKaci Rae & Megan will share some tips\, tricks\, activities and resources for taking your learning into your school or community garden. We will also share the learning resource that accompanies the Food Cycler for Schools. \nAll registrants will be entered to win some great draw prizes! Following the workshop\, you will receive a link to the resources shared\, the recording\, and access your Certificate of Attendance. \nRegiste here: https://outdoorlearningstore.com/workshops/ URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/school-gardening-teaching-tools-resources/ CATEGORIES:Not Hosted by Cola City,Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230308T123000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230308T140000 DTSTAMP:20260405T184111 CREATED:20230302T231129Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230302T233402Z UID:29148-1678278600-1678284000@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com SUMMARY:Fly A Kite Day and Litter Pick-up DESCRIPTION:Fly-A-Kite Day & Litter Pick-up\nhosted by Cola City Network\nWednesday\, March 8 @12:30 pm\nFREE — All Ages\nNote: this event is co-hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers and Southeast Columbia Homeschool Co-op. No registration required\, just show up! \nCome fly a kite at Seven Oaks Park at 200 Leisure Ln\, Columbia\, SC 29210 at 12:30 pm\, on Wednesday\, March 8. \nBring your own kite. There’s picnic tables and a shelter if you want to bring a lunch or snacks. Wear comfortable clothing–and sunscreen! There’s also restrooms on site and a playground. \nThere will also be a litter pick-up challenge hosted by South East Academic Co-op’s Green Steps. Litter grabbers and gloves are provided. \nLook for Angela Hardy to greet you. Call or text if you get lost along the way (or to let her know to keep an eye out for you!) 803-743-8802 URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/fly-a-kite-day-and-litter-pick-up/ CATEGORIES:Green Steps,Teen END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230315T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230315T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T184111 CREATED:20230312T231450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230312T231450Z UID:29184-1678870800-1678896000@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com SUMMARY:HOMESCHOOL DAY AT THE CAPITOL DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Day At The Capitol\nBy SCHEA (South Carolina Home Educators Association)\nMarch 15th from 9am – 4pm\nTickets are FREE but required\nfor all ages \n\n  \n  \nNote: this event is not hosted by Cola City\, for more information go to https://schea.net/homeschool-day-at-the-capitol/?fbclid=IwAR0cgx1DM-D-dmb26dPwwSfh_B0zs3cAU8QUhbWL7gSMRljrq-UB3Rvntlk\nYou will have the opportunity to meet your state Senators and Representatives\, observe the current General Session and legislative process in action\, hear from keynote speaker Zan Tyler\, sign up to tour the state house\, and register for a tour of the Governor’s Mansion. This is a great learning opportunity and civic experience for the whole family brought to you by SCHEA (the South Carolina Home Educators Association). See schea.net for more information. To register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/homeschool-day-at-the-capitol-south-carolina-tickets-562525337427?fbclid=IwAR0wXCQpOmdX7Pf7pMrRKoXNfxRiyHbnQzt07OICqV_xc6P2Go7QdmYfvtI 1 free ticket required per person\, including children (for example: mom\, dad\, 3 children = 5 tickets).\nWed\, March 15\, 2023\, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM EDT at 1100 Gervais St 1100 Gervais Street Columbia\, SC 29201 URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/homeschool-day-at-the-capitol/ CATEGORIES:Events,Not Hosted by Cola City END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230315T193000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230315T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T184111 CREATED:20230218T155220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230218T155738Z UID:29096-1678908600-1678910400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com SUMMARY:Webinar: Guide to Help Children and Adolescents Accept Their Gifts DESCRIPTION:Webinar: Guide to Help Children and Adolescents Accept Their Gifts\nBy: Children’s Mental Health Resource Center\nMar 15\, 2023 07:30 PM\nFREE Webinar\nNote: this is not hosted by Cola City \n\nWebinar: A Conversation with Steven Hoersting Author of “Maintaining the Truth: A Parent and Caregiver’s Guide to Help Children and Adolescents Accept Their Gifts”\n\n\nDescription \nJoin this webinar for an in depth conversation with Steve Hoersting\, a mental health professional with decades of experience working with children and families. His book\, Maintaining the Truth\, begins with this reminder: “It is important to remember that no two children or adolescents are alike. However…  many will continue to treat these children and teens the same. Let us\, together\, attempt to discover and promote…  nurturing and problem-solving rather than punitive measures. The process begins with parents and other caregivers.” Join to learn more.\n\n\n\nFREE on Mar 15\, 2023 07:30 PM \n\n\nhttps://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0ldOqtrD0iEtJlrroEUO8O6WB0AAfwaFga?fbclid=IwAR0C6r5tC6obRU2KDUSKYXD8InLx1w-nKoeQApxdhYfNqBToiMfBKVSR7zo URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/webinar-guide-to-help-children-and-adolescents-accept-their-gifts/ CATEGORIES:Events,Not Hosted by Cola City,Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230321T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230321T130000 DTSTAMP:20260405T184111 CREATED:20230218T161802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230218T161802Z UID:29102-1679400000-1679403600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com SUMMARY:The Nature of Spring with Rudy Mancke DESCRIPTION:The Nature of Spring with Rudy Mancke\nBy: University of South Carolina McKissick Museum\nTUESDAY\, MARCH 21\, 2023 AT 12 PM – 1 PM\nFREE for all ages\n  \nNote: this event is not hosted by Cola City\nContact: (803) 777-7251 mckscal@mailbox.sc.edu sc.edu/mckissickmuseum \nGrab your lunch and join us on the Historic Horseshoe for our popular hour-long nature program that explores just what happens when spring arrives. With his trademark combination of factoids\, funny stories\, and down-home charm\, USC’s Naturalist-in-Residence Rudy Mancke will examine the seasonal changes that accompany the spring equinox.\nThis event is free and open to the public. Please note that it will be held outside\, so plan accordingly. Feel free to bring items of interest for Rudy to examine\, but no live creatures!\n816 Bull St\, Columbia\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina\n\n\n\nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/526644019530591 URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/the-nature-of-spring-with-rudy-mancke/ CATEGORIES:Events,Not Hosted by Cola City END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230331T160000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230331T180000 DTSTAMP:20260405T184111 CREATED:20230312T230036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230312T230036Z UID:29182-1680278400-1680285600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com SUMMARY:Luau Spring Dance DESCRIPTION:Luau Spring Dance\nBy: Brandi Varnes\nMarch 31st from 4:00-6:00pm\n$25 per attendee\n  \nNote: this event is not hosted by Cola City \nThere will be Finger Foods\, Music\, Pictures\, Dancing and lots of Fun!!!\nThis dance is for ages 8 to 12 only.\nDate: March 31st\, 2023\nTime: 4:00-6:00pm\nLocation: Oak Grove Civic Club\n584 Oak Drive\, Lexington\, SC 29073\nDress: Hawaiian or Spring Attire\nCost: $25 per attendee\nDeadline to pay is March 15th\, 2023\nhttps://fb.me/e/E1XBay2t URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/luau-spring-dance/ CATEGORIES:Events,Not Hosted by Cola City END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230410 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230415 DTSTAMP:20260405T184111 CREATED:20230129T222739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230410T221057Z UID:29026-1681084800-1681516799@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com SUMMARY:Spring Break Camps Open Registration DESCRIPTION:Spring Break Camps\nBy: The SC State Museum\nMon.\, April 10 – Fri.\, April 14\, 2023\n$45 per student per day / $55 with Extended Day*\n\n  \nNote: This event is not hosted by Cola City. Contact 803.898.4999 or email camps@scmuseum.org \nThe South Carolina State Museum in Columbia is excited to offer a line of Spring Break Camps for children aged 6 – 11 years old. Each day will focus on a different subject matter from science to history and art. Every camp day features: morning social time with other campers\, museum exploration time\, hands-on and interactive activities\, snack time and lunch time. Extended Day includes a snack time and exploration. $45 per student per day / $55 with Extended Day* \nContact 803.898.4999 or email camps@scmuseum.org \nhttps://www.scmuseum.org/education/spring-break-camps/?fbclid=IwAR2rtPkmzMrbLRSutxjJXoWZA4b1MRIXiCwuaTGSo2HgdhoXvrxEnqgWdW4 URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/spring-break-camps-open-registration/ CATEGORIES:Events,Not Hosted by Cola City END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230415T160000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230415T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T184111 CREATED:20230414T232958Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T232958Z UID:29276-1681574400-1681588800@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com SUMMARY:5 Senses At Sunset Earth Day Celebration DESCRIPTION:5 Senses At Sunset Earth Day Celebration\nBy: Nature as Teacher\nApril 15th from 4pm -8pm\nFREE for all ages\n  \nNote: This event is not hosted by Cola City\nVisit the Nature as Teacher Preserve for Education in Celebration of Earth day on Saturday April 15th from 4-8pm. Explore stations with activities\, crafts\, and information highlighting 5 senses in Nature on our Bunny Trail\, visit our River View Area to see the Sunset on the Wateree River\, and enjoy community\, food trucks and live music. This event is free and family friendly! \n\n\n\n\n\nEvent by Nature As Teacher \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n247 Chestnut Ferry Road\, Camden SC URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/5-senses-at-sunset-earth-day-celebration/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230416T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230416T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T184111 CREATED:20230129T223953Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T191043Z UID:29029-1681642800-1681660800@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com SUMMARY:Living Science Museum DESCRIPTION:Living Science Museum\nBY: USC Theta Tau\n11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday\, April 16th\nFREE for all ages\n  \nNote: This event is not hosted by Cola City. Contact thetatauzetadelta@gmail.com thetatauzd.org \n\nGet excited for Living Science Museum 2023! Come and enjoy this free event for children of all ages to learn about STEM fields through fun experiments and activities. This year’s event will be on Sunday\, April 16th at the Swearingen Engineering Center on the University of South Carolina campus.\nSwearingen Engineering Center 301 Main St. Columbia\, SC 29208 300 Main St. Columbia\, SC 29208 \nLearn more about theata uzeta at https://thetatauzd.org/?fbclid=IwAR2COEMNDCYemfqwe3k2OyV8oT72ffPeH78vICJDHxaFX2Zx18VIusIOnuw URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/living-science-museum/ CATEGORIES:Events,Not Hosted by Cola City END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230418T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230418T100000 DTSTAMP:20260405T184111 CREATED:20230416T195300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230416T195300Z UID:29300-1681812000-1681812000@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com SUMMARY:Cottle Farms Strawberry Fieldtrip DESCRIPTION:Cottle Farms Strawberry Fieldtrip\nBy Akoma Homeschoolers\n$5 for all ages\n\nNote: this event is not hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers\nEach child will receive a one quart U-Pick basket to fill. Parents have the option to purchase additional baskets directly from the farm on the day of the trip. Cottle Farms has U-Pick or prefilled strawberry baskets to choose from. There is also an assortment of jellies\, jams\, and other yummy strawberry products! Cottle Farms is located at 2533 Trotter Rd\, Hopkins\, SC 29061  \n\n\n\nhttps://form.jotform.com/230950686686167 \nDont forget your sunscreen and closed toed shoes in case of fireants. URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/cottle-farms-strawberry-fieldtrip/ CATEGORIES:Events,Field Trip,Not Hosted by Cola City END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230419T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230419T163000 DTSTAMP:20260405T184111 CREATED:20230410T220509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230410T220536Z UID:29259-1681916400-1681921800@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com SUMMARY:Play Club Planning Meeting DESCRIPTION:Let Grow Play Club Planning Meeting\nby Cola City Homeschoolers\nWed\, April 19 at 3 pm\nFree — Parents\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.  \nCome let’s discuss how to implement our own Let Grow Play Club–times\, locations\, volunteers\, and the pledge of independence (for Parents and Kids). \nThe Club is the brainchild of Let Grow co-founder Dr. Peter Gray\, the eminent psychologist who has spent his life studying the crucial role of unstructured\, mixed-age “free play” in developing children’s creativity\, confidence\, and ability to thrive. \n\nBy organizing their own games and learning to solve the inevitable spats\, kids learn real-world social skills. You can’t solve problems if there’s always an adult right there at recess or in a play group\, solving them first!\nMixed-age play benefits all kids. Older students develop responsibility\, leadership and empathy. Younger kids learn executive function by trying to be like the big kids.\nKids who are allowed to take small risks and figure things out themselves at home will have more grit and determination at school.\n\nContact Kim with any questions: colacityinfo@gmail.com\nSign up here to get the zoom link for the planning meeting. \n\n \n Parent Name\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n EmailLook for an automated confirmation when you submit and follow up info with the zoom link. \n \n Mobile PhoneInclude a number just in case we need to text you the meeting reminder and details. Cola City Mailing ListWould you like to be added to our mailing list for information about upcoming homeschool events and activities?\n \n \n Yes\, add me to the mailing list\n \n \n \n No thanks\, not right now URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/play-club-planning-meeting/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Cola City Classes,Parent,Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230419T193000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230419T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T184111 CREATED:20230218T155700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230218T155700Z UID:29099-1681932600-1681934400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com SUMMARY:Webinar: "Palliative Parenting" DESCRIPTION:Webinar: “Palliative Parenting” \nBy: Children’s Mental Health Resource Center\nFREE Webinar\nApr 19\, 2023 07:30 PM\n  \n\nWebinar: “Palliative Parenting” A New Concept in Managing Mental Illness in Children and Teens\n\n\n“Palliate: To ease symptoms or moderate intensity.” Are you ready to put more love\, acceptance\, and empathy into your family life and/or to promote it with your patients? Then this webinar is for you. This webinar for both families and mental health practitioners to learn more about this new approach to parenting children and teens with mental health struggles.\n\n\n\nFREE on Apr 19\, 2023 07:30 Register here https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYlf-6rqj8rHtEw6Uhe5d2zOdCyvgNFer16?fbclid=IwAR29gRWLD9KBwJSSf7rZduv0WikzpV2wk6KwlmAPa6s535u9pqEVqGVhOgI URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/webinar-palliative-parenting/ CATEGORIES:Events,Not Hosted by Cola City,Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230420 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230421 DTSTAMP:20260405T184111 CREATED:20230218T181036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230218T181036Z UID:29112-1681948800-1682035199@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com SUMMARY:SC Read-In DESCRIPTION:Read-In\nBy: ReadSC\nApril 20th gathering at 9:15am\nFREE for all ages\n  \nNote: this is not hosted by Cola City\nMark your calendar and plan to attend the Read-In on April 20\, 2023. Read-In is SC’s premier Children’s Reading Event\, sponsored by the South Carolina State Library and the South Carolina Association of School Librarians\, that lets students show why kids who read succeed.\nPlease see link below as more details are worked out Register here https://readsc.org/read-in?fbclid=IwAR1UScIu35Ogh1tM_HDPfXdOTyfKjlZgxiDYPofFTlOuI3I5F853VndABWM \n  \n  URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/sc-read-in/ CATEGORIES:Not Hosted by Cola City END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230422T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230422T140000 DTSTAMP:20260405T184111 CREATED:20230414T231930Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T231930Z UID:29273-1682172000-1682172000@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com SUMMARY:Pinkalicious DESCRIPTION:Pinkalicious\nPresented by Columbia Children’s Theatre\nAPRIL 22\, 2023 • 2:00 PM And APRIL 22\, 2023 • 6:00 PM\n$15 per person\n  \nNote: This is event is not hosted by Cola City \nThis show is located at Harbisson Theatre.\nBased on the popular book by Victoria and Elizabeth Kann\, this is the tale of Pinkalicious\, who can’t stop eating pink cupcakes despite warnings from her parents. Her pink indulgence lands her at the doctor’s office with Pinkititis\, an affliction that turns her pink from head to toe–a dream come true for this pink-loving enthusiast. Alas Pinkalicious needs a way out of her pink predicament\, and joined by her family\, they find unity and appreciation in the quirks that define us all. Pinkalicious is a delicious treat for the whole family. \n*This season\, we’re offering discounted\, group\, and multi-show rates. Call the box office at 803.407.5011 for details. \nFor more information: Pinkalicious | Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/pinkalicious/ CATEGORIES:Events,Not Hosted by Cola City END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230428 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230429 DTSTAMP:20260405T184111 CREATED:20230218T183419Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230218T183419Z UID:29118-1682640000-1682726399@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com SUMMARY:“Think For Yourself” High School Essay Contest DESCRIPTION:“Think For Yourself” High School Essay Contest\nBy: Let’s Grow\nEnter before April 30th\nFor 11th and 12th Grade Students\n  \nNote: This is not a Cola City hosted event \nEvery year\, Let Grow asks high school students to think about the importance of free speech\, curiosity\, and open-mindedness in their everyday lives. We award a $5\,000 scholarship to the Grand Prize Winner\, and $1\,000 each to three Runners-Up. Students submit 600-800 word essays about their personal experiences with these ideas. We like real-life stories of growth and change. Since launching in 2018 we have received over 25\,000 entries and awarded $40\,000 in college scholarships. The winners’ essays have been published in USA Today\, The New York Post\, The New York Daily News\, The San Francisco Chronicle\, The New Jersey Ledger\, Quilette\, and EdWeek. Submit your essay at https://letgrow.org/program/think-for-yourself-scholarship-2/?fbclid=IwAR29gRWLD9KBwJSSf7rZduv0WikzpV2wk6KwlmAPa6s535u9pqEVqGVhOgI URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/think-for-yourself-high-school-essay-contest/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230428 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230429 DTSTAMP:20260405T184111 CREATED:20230416T181651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230416T181651Z UID:29287-1682640000-1682726399@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com SUMMARY:Military Museum Student Art Contest DESCRIPTION:Military Museum Student Art Contest\nBy SC Military Museum\nArt due by April 28th\nFor K-12 students\n  \nNote: this event is not hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers\nAll Artwork is due by April 28th. You may use any medium but must be submitted on an 11″ x 17″ sheet of paper with submission ticket attached to the back. Winning artwork will be displayed at the SC Military Museum. There will be 2 winners from each age group K-5\, 6-8\, and 9-12 levels. If you mail it\, please address it to SC Military Museum ATTN: Jennifer Gossett 1 National Guard Rd. Columbia SC 29201 \nFor more about the SC Military Museum SC Military Museum | Columbia SC | Facebook URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/military-museum-student-art-contest/ CATEGORIES:Not Hosted by Cola City END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230516T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230516T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T184111 CREATED:20230529T191948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230529T192828Z UID:29428-1684245600-1684252800@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com SUMMARY:Let Grow Play Club DESCRIPTION:Let Grow Play Club\nby: Cola City Homeschoolers\nTuesdays\, 10-noon\nAll Ages — FREE\nParticipation is free\, but please Pre-Register 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. Watch the orientation replay click here \nThe Club is the brainchild of Let Grow co-founder Dr. Peter Gray\, the eminent psychologist who has spent his life studying the crucial role of unstructured\, mixed-age “free play” in developing children’s creativity\, confidence\, and ability to thrive. \nOur club sessions will be on Tuesdays from 10-noon\, with a monthly commitment so we can manage the participants and “lifeguards” for each play club session.\nLocation: 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.  \nWe hope to see this grow and expand to more projects and activities to develop interpersonal connections as well as personal agency.\nContact Kim with any questions or to brainstorm ideas: colacityinfo@gmail.com  \n  URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/let-grow-play-club/ CATEGORIES:Cola City Classes,Interest Club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230520T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230520T140000 DTSTAMP:20260405T184111 CREATED:20230416T193252Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230416T193252Z UID:29295-1684573200-1684591200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com SUMMARY:Curriculum Sale DESCRIPTION:Curriculum Sale\nBy: Trinity Homeschool Academy\nSaturday\, May 20th\, 9am-2pm\nFREE to shop\n$20 per table to sell\nNote: This Event is not hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers\nEvent Address: 312 Beckett Lane \, Columbia SC 29223 May 20th from9am-2pm\nFor more information or questions contact the Director: Michele Shearin(803) 429-7394 and @ trinityhsacademy@gmail.com\nGet you curriculum for the coming school year and sell last year’s curriculum! Event Address: 312 Beckett Lane \, Columbia SC 29223\nFor more information or questions contact the Director: Michele Shearin(803) 429-7394 and @ trinityhsacademy@gmail.com \nTo register: RSVP: Trinity Homeschool Academy Curriculum Sale (google.com) \n  URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/curriculum-sale/ CATEGORIES:Events,Not Hosted by Cola City END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR