Whispers at Whitney Manor Escape Room
2024-11-09 10:00 - 17:00 UTC
Whispers at Whitney Manor Escape Room
by Town Theatre
Saturday, Nov 9th @10am
All Ages — $20
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Step into the eerie halls of Whitney Manor, where legends whisper of untold mysteries and restless spirits. As self-made detectives, you and your team are about to embark on an unforgettable adventure to unveil the secrets hidden within this enigmatic estate.
Rumor has it that the Whitney family, once vibrant and united, harbored dark truths that they couldn’t take with them. As you explore the depths of the manor, you’ll uncover clues that reveal the family’s past, piecing together their secrets and untangling the web of intrigue that binds them.
Can you delve into the heart of Whitney Manor and uncover the truths that have lingered in the silence? Time is ticking, and the whispers of the past are waiting for you. Will you unravel the mystery, or will the manor’s secrets remain forever hidden?
Sign up to be a part of Town’s second escape room – time slots from 10 AM to 5 PM. Cost is $20/per person; or $15/per person if you have more than 6 players in your group.
Sign up HERE!
More info about Town Theatre and this event HERE.

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!!

Homeschool Farm Days
2024-11-13 10:00 - 13:00
Homeschool Farm Days
by Outside Inn Campground
Wednesday, Nov 13th @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!

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

Meet the Author: Rebecca Kuang
2024-11-15 19:00 - 20:30
Meet the Author: Rebecca Kuang
by Richland Library Main
Friday, Nov 15th @ 7pm
All Ages — FREE
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event
Award-winning, #1 New York Times bestselling author Rebecca F. Kuang will discuss her recent works Babel: An Arcane History and Yellowface as part of Richland Library’s Broader Bookshelf program. The author talk will be followed by a reception, book sale, and book signing.
The Broader Bookshelf Reading Challenge encourages readers to expand their bookshelves and seek out new authors and challenging subjects. Ms. Rebecca F. Kuang will share her work and talk about the themes of student revolutions, colonial resistance, diversity, racism, and cultural appropriation.
This is an after-hours event and registration is not required. The library will close as usual at 6:00 p.m. and will reopen at 6:30 p.m. for attendees of Meet the Author: Rebecca Kuang.
Rebecca F. Kuang is the award-winning, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Poppy War trilogy and Babel: An Arcane History. Babel, a thematic response to The Secret History and a tonal retort to Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell, grapples with student revolutions, colonial resistance, and the use of language and translation as the dominating tool of the British empire. It asks the question, can powerful institutions be changed from within, or does revolution always require violence?
Her most recent novel, Yellowface, young writer Juniper Song becomes an overnight sensation – but she is not who she says she is, she didn’t write the book she claims she wrote, and she is most certainly not Asian American. Yellowface grapples with questions of diversity, racism, and cultural appropriation, as well as the terrifying alienation of social media. It’s a timely, razor-sharp, and eminently readable.
A Marshall Scholar, she has an MPhil in Chinese Studies from Cambridge and an MSc in Contemporary Chinese Studies from Oxford; she is now pursuing a PhD in East Asian Languages and Literatures at Yale, where she studies diaspora, contemporary Chinese literature, and Asian American literature.
More info about this event can be found HERE.

Celebration of Stories
2024-11-16 10:00 - 15:00
Celebration of Stories
by EdVenture Museum
Saturday, Nov 16th @10am
All Ages –$13
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.

Join us for our Celebration of Stories event on November 16 from 10 am to 3 pm.
Come dressed as your favorite character or bring a tale to share! This special event is a festival of folklore and classic stories, where cherished tales passed down through time weave together a tapestry of cultural understanding.
EdVenture is located at 211 Gervais St in Columbia. Click HERE to get more information and to purchase tickets!

Kids Spartan Race SC
2024-11-16 10:00 - 17:00
Kids Spartan Race SC
by The Johnson Farm
Saturday, Nov 16th @10am
Ages 4+ — $25
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Spartan Kids is a series of obstacle course races — ranging from 1km to 3km — specifically designed to get kids (ages 4-14) outside, feeling accomplished and having fun. They’ll run, jump and crush their way through obstacles, just like the adults. 3 different course distances are customized by age group:
• Competitive 3km Kids Race (Age Groups 9-11 and 12-14)
• 3km Kids Race (Ages 9-14)
• 1.5km Kids Race (Ages 7-9)
• 1km Kids Race (Ages 4-6)
• 1km Special Spartan Inclusive Heat (Ages 4+)
The Special Spartans Inclusive Heat takes place on our 1km Kids Course. Designed for our Spartans who may have an intellectual and/or physical impairment to ensure a fun, safe and engaging experience while accommodating any sensory impairments.
All underage kids MUST be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Each Kids Race registration includes two complimentary Spectator passes per family.
Get your tickets HERE!

Kid's Pinball Tournament
2024-11-16 12:00 - 14:00 | 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!

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

Ann Brodie's Nutcracker
2024-11-27 10:00 - 12:00 | In Person
Nutcracker Ballet
by Ann Brodie’s Ballet
Wednesday, November 27 at 10am
$10/seat — All Ages
NOTE: This is *NOT* a Cola City event. Contact the ballet studio to reserve your tickets (803-771-6303)

Every year during the week of Thanksgiving, our studio performs The Nutcracker at the Township Auditorium in Columbia, SC.

This full-length ballet also features a live orchestra, and live choir. Each year, we are proud to offer one show to Homeschool Families, Retirement Communities, Youth groups, etc. at a discounted rate.

You can save 50% off ticket prices when they reserve their tickets by calling out studio at 803-771-6303. Tickets will be $10 each.

This year the production will be On Wednesday, November 27th @10am.

We are proud to share, and are honored by your attendance, as we delight in this classical ballet. It will be the perfect way to open your holiday season with family and friends.

Click HERE for fun Nutcracker Activities

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!

Rev War Center: Becoming a State
2024-12-04 10:00 - 12:00
Homeschool Days: Becoming a State
by Revolutionary War Center
Wednesday, Dec 4th @10am
FREE — Grades 3-12
Note: This is 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.
November Program: Becoming a State
Students will declare their own independence from the United States by following the example/ blueprint of the country’s Declaration of Independence. After declaring independence students will be tasked with setting up a new government with basic laws based on what they think is important to protect and outline, from their previously submitted declaration. Students will compare their new government to that of early America and South Carolina, and how the grievances listed influenced the creation of the early American government.
Reserve your spot HERE!

Family Culture Stories Share Fair
2024-12-04 10:00 - 12:00 | In Person
Family Culture Stories Share Fair
CANCELLED
By Cola City Homeschoolers
Wed., Dec. 4 from 10am-noon
All Ages — $5/space
Note: This is Cola City event. Registration required–scroll down to reserve your space.
Who are you? Where do you come from? Tell us about your family history and traditions. This is a great opportunity to learn about each other and make meaningful connections within our community.
Presentation content: Highlight something about your family culture, origin stories of where you’re from, traditions that have been handed down. Create a table top display and prepare a narative about it. It can be a broader story about the culture and traditions. Or it can be a specific story about a relative or ancestor.
Presentation format: The presenters get to tell about their project several times, not just a one-time show-n-tell as participants meander and mingle. It’s also very relaxed style of presenting one-on-one, rather than the formal “speech”.
We recommend projects that are hands-on, interactive demonstrations or have samples, hand-outs, give-aways. Make it conversational for others to ask questions and comment, not just passively listen.
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)
Purpose: Cola City Homeschoolers believe that education is two parts. Learning about yourself and learning how you fit into the world around you. It takes intentional efforts to do that. And learning is a lifelong journey, sometimes relearning, discovering something new that you never knew before, and unlearning to change your perspectives.
Recommended readings: Here’s a couple resources to inspire you with practical ways to foster more open dialogue on tough topics–with our stories.

A Place to Belong: Celebrating Diversity and Kinship in the Home and Beyond by Amber O’neal Johnston. This is a guide for families of all backgrounds to celebrate cultural heritage and embrace inclusivity in the home and beyond. Ideal for parent/educators who want to cultivate a home library that provides mirrors to reflect your own lived experiences and windows to glimpse into differing experiences.
Stories Behind Stances: Creating Empathy Thru Hearing the Other Side by Chris Singleton. In his mission to unite people from all different walks of life, Chris explores various ways in which we can learn to see beyond our differences and embrace our shared values, hopes, and aspirations. Ideal for Adults and Teens to consider our own beliefs and biases, to listen to those whom we disagree with, and find common ground where we can build a better world.
Your Life Matters by Chris Singleton. Written by national speaker Chris Singleton, who lost his own mother in the 2015 Charleston church shooting, Your Life Matters teaches kids to stand tall in the face of racial adversity and fight for the life they dream of.

Registration is Closed–Event is CANCELLED.
Come for Play Club from 1-3pm

Let Grow Play Club 12/4
2024-12-04 13:00 - 15:00 | In Person
Let Grow Play Club: December
by Cola City Homeschoolers
Wednesday, Dec 4, 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

Spanish Christmas Caroling
2024-12-04 15:00 - 17:00
Spanish Christmas Caroling
by Academia Bilingual Bridges
Wednesday, Dec 4th @3pm
FREE — Ages 5-12
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Greetings. It’s almost time for our annual Spanish Christmas Caroling Event, and we would like to invite all homeschoolers and their friends ages 5 to 12!
This is a free event that’s sure to be lots of fun! Please RSVP by emailing academiabilingualbridges@gmail.com

FREE First Thursday
2024-12-05 10:00 - 20:00
Free First Thursday
by Columbia Museum of Art
Thursday, Dec 5th @10am
FREE — All Ages
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Enjoy free admission and extended hours. Color with the FAAAC during Sip & Scribble and take a guided tour of French Moderns: Monet to Matisse, 1850 – 1950 at 6:00 p.m. Last gallery entry at 7:30 p.m.
Plaza events by First Thursday on Main. Free admission courtesy of Dominion Energy. Generous support provided by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program.
More info on the museum and this event here.

Firefly Gameday: December
2024-12-06 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.

Bookbinding 101
2024-12-07 10:00 - 15:00
Bookbinding 101
by Columbia Museum of Art
Saturday, Dec 7th @10am
Teens/Parents — $120
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Practicing basic bookbinding techniques, participants learn how to prepare paper for handbound books, gain familiarity with bookbinding tools, and develop the skills necessary to start a new hobby or create a gift for a loved one. Each participant will leave with a complete handbound book. Taught by artist and CMA docent Velvet Underwood. All supplies and equipment provided. Ages 15 and up.
$120 / $96 for members.
More info and Registration HERE!

Christmas Parade
2024-12-08 15:00 - 17:00
Christmas Parade
by Icehouse Amphitheater
Sunday, Dec 8th @3pm
FREE — All Ages
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
It’s a Christmas tradition you won’t want to miss! Join the Town of Lexington and the Lexington Jaycees for the annual Christmas Parade down Main Street!
Get in the Christmas spirit by watching an array of parade floats make their way through downtown!
For more information on parade entry, contact Heather Danley (803)530-2604 or email lexingtonjayceesparade@gmail.com.
Event link HERE.

Homeschool Farm Days
2024-12-11 10:00 - 13:00
Homeschool Farm Days
by Outside Inn Campground
Wednesday, Dec 11th @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!

Let Grow Play Club 12/11
2024-12-11 13:00 - 15:00 | In Person
Let Grow Play Club: December
by Cola City Homeschoolers
Wednesday, Dec 11, 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

Paper Lantern Workshops
2024-12-11 18:00 - 19:00
Paper Lantern Workshops
by Cola Parks & Recreation
Dec 11th, 14th, or 18th @6pm or 10am
All Ages — $15
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event
This workshop teaches you how to make a paper lantern, in preparation for the Winter Solstice Lantern Parade on Dec 21st. All ages welcome, cost is $15.
This event takes place on three different dates: Wednesday, Dec 11th @ 6pm, Saturday, Dec 14th @10am, or Wednesday, Dec 18th @6pm
Come to the Columbia Art Center on Taylor Street and make your lantern for the parade!
Sign up for a session HERE! The workshops are under ‘Arts & Craft Classes’ and then ‘Workshops’

Jack Frost Ballet
2024-12-13 11:00 - 12:30 | In Person
Jack Frost Ballet
Education Outreach Performance
by Columbia City Ballet
Friday, December 13 at 11:15 am
$6.75/seat — All Ages
Note: This group rate discount is organized by Cola City Homeschoolers. Seating is limited for this sold out performance. Registration and prepayment is required–scroll down for registration.
Columbia City Ballet offers Education Outreach performances especially for children. This program is “Jack Frost”. Cola City Homeschoolers has secured a group discount rate for each seat, including adults and students on Friday, December 13 at 11:15 am.
These extended opportunities incorporate the interrelated nature of the elements of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, Math). Performances last approximately 1 hour and include a Q&A session. Productions are narrated providing students a clear understanding of the story and allowing them to fully appreciate the professional dancers of Columbia City Ballet and its high artistic and production standards.
Please plan to arrive at least 30 minutes early to allow time to find parking and to be seated. Parking is available for an hourly rate in the nearby parking garage and also street meters.
Contact colacityinfo@gmail.com with any questions about this group event.
Call or text Kim A. if you’re running late or lost along the way: 803-307-4880
Group registration is closed
seats are still available for $8/each. Contact:
Katie Heaton, Columbia City Ballet
Director of Education Outreach
(803) 769-8243

Sensory Friendly Winter Wonderland
2024-12-14 10:00 - 13:00
Sensory Friendly Winter Wonderland
by ABS Kids
Saturday, Dec 14th @10am
FREE — All Ages
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
We are excited to host you and your family at our free Sensory-Friendly Winter Wonderland event on Saturday, December 14, 2024, from 10 AM – 1 PM in Columbia, SC!
Event location: 200 Springtree Dr, Suite 100, Columbia, SC 29223
We’ll have fun for the whole family including face painting, arts & crafts, and a chance to take a photo with Santa! You won’t want to miss it!
Hope to see you there!
Event info HERE!

No Play Club Today 12/18
2024-12-18
NO PLAY CLUB Today
Wednesday, Dec 18
Today is Gingerbread House Decorating Party and Pop-up Consignment Sale. No Park Meet-up.

Pop-up Consignment Sale
2024-12-18 10:00 - 14:00 | In Person
Pop-up Consignment Sale
By Cola City Homeschoolers
Wednesday, December 18 from 10am-2pm
$1/shopper — All Ages
Note: This event is a Cola City event. Consignor registration now open–scroll down to sign up.
Got used books you want to sell? We want ’em! Everyone loves a deal–especially this time of year. So, let’s help rehome your used educational items and MORE!
Holiday Pop-up Consignments Sale: Wednesday, December 18 from 10 am-2 pm at Unitarian Unversal Congregation, 2701 Heyward St, Columbia, SC 29205
SHOPPERS: Come browse during the open hours. $1/shopper will be collected at checkout. Consider participating in the Gingerbread House Decorating Party (Click HERE to register)
CONSIGNORS:

What items can I sell? Gently used (or unused) curriculum, textbooks, educational materials, games, puzzles, and manipulatives. Educational furniture/desks, easels, dry erase boards, chalkboards, musical instruments. Picture books, chapter books, parenting books, books on CD, educational DVDs. PLUS Holiday Gifts.
How do I label and price my items? You determine the price of each item, depending on the condition and edition. When you log into the consignor’s portal, you’ll be able to create printable barcode tags for each item. We can print for you or you can print yourself.
What is the consignor share? You will keep 70% of the listed price. No registration fee! The balance helps cover the overhead costs of the Cola City Homeschoolers.
What if I don’t have a printer? We can print the tags for you to pick up ahead of time or to place your labels during drop-off.
How do I drop-off my items? In the consignor’s portal, you will select a drop off time, Tuesday afternoon 3-5 pm. A volunteer will greet you and assist with sorting your items into category placement.
When do I pick-up my unsold items? Pick-up all leftover items on Wednesday from 3-5 pm. Or you can let us know you’re donating your leftover items. Note: Donations will go toward start-up inventory for a local homeschool mompreneur to open a consignment store here in Columbia.
When will I receive payment? Within 2 weeks after the sale, we will close out the payments. You can choose payment via check mailed to you or via PayPal.
Great! How do I sign up to be a consignor? It’s quick and easy!

NEW Consignors: Closed
RETURNING Consignors: Closed
Registered Consignors, time to print your tags!

Questions? Contact Kim at colacityinfo@gmail.com
Want to attend the Gingerbread House Decorating Party?
Register HERE for Morning or Afternoon session.

Gingerbread House Party
2024-12-18 10:00 - 15:00 | In Person
Gingerbread House Party
by Cola City Homeschoolers
Wed., Dec. 18th from 10-12 or 1-3
All Ages — $4/participant
Note: This is Cola City event. Registration required–scroll down to reserve your space.
It’s time to celebrate with one of our favorite holiday traditions: Decorating Gingerbread Houses!
Pre-built graham cracker houses are provided, with royal icing for each participant. Participants bring a bag of colorful candy or other edible decorative item to share “potluck style”. Carry home your finished houses.
Location: Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Columbia, 2701 Heyward St, Columbia, SC 29205
Seating is limited, so we’re offering two sessions: Morning 10-noon OR Afternoon 1-3 pm.
Note: While the houses/decorations are all edible, most people don’t actually eat their masterpieces. It’s recommended to be for decorative purposes only. Contact Kim with questions about allergies or dietary concerns: colacityinfo@gmail.com
Bring a bag of colorful candy or other decorative item. M&M’s, Skittles, Smarties, licorice whips, gum drops, red hots, Sixlets, Starburst, Fruit Stripe gum, Necco wafers, gummy bears, Starlight mints, candy canes and lots more. Marshmallows, chocolate chips, cereal, pretzels, even leftover Halloween candy works.
Bring a box to carry home your finished house/houses. Especially if you have young children or multiple children.
Bring some cash or debit/credit card to shop at the pop-up consignment sale, too!
Sign up here to reserve your space:
