Cola City Homeschoolers

SCNA Coin Show
2023-10-28 10:00 - 16:00 UTC | In Person
SCNA Coin Carnival
by SC Numismatics Association
Saturday, October 28 10am-4pm
Free — All ages
Note: This event is not hosted by Cola City homeschoolers. Contact SCNA for more details: http://www.sc-na.org/convention.html
If you’re interested in Coin Collecting–this is a great place to get started. South Carolina’s Numismatics Association hosts this annual convention. The Kid Carnival is a great activity station with games and learning centers set up to go thru at your own pace.
Admission is FREE. You get a bunch of freebies to kick-start your collection, plus a $10 gift certificate to spend at any of the vendors. It’s worth the drive to Greenville Convention Center located at One Exhibition Dr, Greenville, SC 29607.

The Addams Family Musical
2023-10-27 19:30 - 2023-10-29 15:00 | In Person
The Addams Family Musical
by Village Square Theater
Oct 27-Nov 12 Performances
All Ages — $$/ticket
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event. Contact Village Square Theater for showtimes and tickets. Adults: $22, Youth: $18
This comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family features an original story and it’s every father’s nightmare: Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family– a man her parents have never met. And if that wasn’t upsetting enough, Wednesday confides in her father and begs him not to tell her mother.
Now, Gomez Addams must do something he’s never done before– keep a secret from his beloved wife, Morticia. Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday’s “normal” boyfriend and his parents.

Halloween Party!
2023-10-27 12:00 - 14:00 | In Person
Halloween Party
By Cola City & Ft. Jackson Homeschoolers
Friday, October 27 from noon-2pm
All Ages — FREE
Note: This is a Cola City event, in partnership with Fort Jackson Teens/Tweens.

First of all…come in costume!! Teens, tweens, adults, younger siblings welcome! All are encouraged to dress up.

We will start with a pumpkin carving contest for the tweens and teens. Each person (or family) should bring his or her own pumpkin and carving tools. You can print out a design beforehand or just freehand. Younger siblings who are not carving, can watch or play in the park.

Once the contest is over, we will do Trick or Treat Hide and Seek. Teen volunteers will hide in the park with a stash of candy while younger participants seek for them. When they are found, they will give out candy. Bring a bag of candy to contribute to the game.

Meanwhile, judges will judge the best pumpkins in the contest. When we come back together after Hide and Seek, we will announce the results of the carving contest and give away prizes.

We will be at Southeast Park, 951 Hazelwood Rd, Columbia, SC 29209. This park has tables for the carving, and lots of good hiding places for hide and seek! Restrooms available. Note, there is also a pond, but no playground equipment.

Pre-register for this Cola City event:

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KidPreneur Expo
2023-10-21 10:00 - 14:00 | In Person
KidPreneur Expo
by Life Ready Learners
Saturday, October 21 10 am-2pm
Ages 5-15 — $35/vendor
Calling all KidPreneurs ages 5-15 years old! Kids develop a brand, create a product or service, build a marketing strategy, and then open for customers at our one-day marketplace.
The 1st annual Life Ready Learners Children’s Educational Business Fair in West Columbia, South will be held on October 21st from 10am-2pm. Location St. David Lutheran’s Church, 132 Saint David’s Church Rd, West Columbia, SC 29170
New location: Columbia Museum of Art

Registration is $35 per vendor. Includes a 6-foot table, T-shirt, lunch, keepsake book, goody bag, and prizes/awards. Click here to register
Contact Life Ready Learners with questions: lifereadylearners@gmail.com
This event is sponsored by Acton Academy, the Acton School of Business, and the generous support of our donors and volunteers. We all believe that principled entrepreneurs are heroes and role models for the next generation.

Trick or Treat Trail
2023-10-20 16:00 - 19:00 | In Person
Trick or Treat on the Trail
by Nature as Teacher
Friday, October 20 4-7 pm
Free — All ages
Note: This is *not* hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers. Contact Nature as Teacher for more information and parking pass reservations.
All community centered organizations are invited to prepare thoughtful, fun, educational and exciting Trick-or-Treat Stations for our guests that walk the Trick-or-Treat Trail! Who do you think will win this year?
To help ensure everyone’s safety, visitors enjoying the Trick-or-Treat Trail this year will be required to register for a free parking pass with specified arrival times. Get yours now and get your spot!
What to bring/wear: This is a family friendly event. Come in costume (optional) and bring bags/buckets for collecting treats along the trail. The Trick-or-Treat-Trail loop is about a 10 minute walk on gravel and mulch with “spooky” animal learning stations along the way! Be sure to wear footwear appropriate for the outdoors. Strollers & wagons welcome. Please help children dress appropriately for the weather.
Please, no bikes, scooters or motorized vehicles on the trail. Dogs welcomed on leash.
Directions: Be sure to print and display your parking pass receipt or have a screenshot ready on your phone. From Walmart in Camden head north on Springdale Drive, toward the race track. Chestnut Ferry Road (a dirt road) crosses over Springdale drive at the bend. Turn left onto Chestnut Ferry road and continue down until you see our pinecone logo sign. Our driveway is the last on the left. After proceeding through our gate, do not stop in the maintenance lot unless you do not have a parking pass or arrive outside of your identified time. Continue down our long driveway, past the right turn, and into the parking area. You will see our green and tan restroom building near the trailhead.

"REVOLUTION W/HILARY BRANNOCK" Workshop
2023-10-20 10:00 - 12:00 | In Person
Homeschool Friday Series
By SC Confederate Relic Room
Friday, Oct. 20 at 10 am & 11 am
All ages — FREE
Note: This is not hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers. Contact SC Confederate Relic Room for more information and registration.
“Homeschool Fridays” are a FREE workshop program, offered one or two Fridays each month during the academic year. Sessions are at 10:00AM and repeated at 11:00AM Programs are geared toward students of all ages to come learn about important topics in history.

Spelling Difficulties: Webinar
2023-10-18 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual Event
Why Is Spelling Difficult for Kids?
By Kendore Learning
Wednesday, October 18th @7pm
Free — Parents/Educators
Note: This is *not* hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers. Please contact Kendore Learning to REGISTER FOR WEBINAR
Many kids (and adults) find it challenging to understand the complexities of English spelling patterns. They can become easily frustrated when attempting to convey their ideas, and their writing may be limited to only using words they know how to spell. If you see “hoping” for “hopping” and ‘peopl, peeple, or peopl’ for “people” when looking over homework assignments, this is the webinar for you!
During her presentation, Executive Director, Jennifer Hasser, M.Ed., will discuss why many struggle with spelling and outline effective strategies for spelling instruction, therefore reducing the need for rote memorization. With these strategies, you can make spelling makes sense!
Parents and educators will come away from this presentation with a better understanding of why spelling errors occur and how to fix them. Attendees will receive a certificate of attendance after the webinar to submit for CEUs to IMSLEC, IDA, ALTA and more.
REGISTER FOR WEBINAR

Native Americans in SC Field Trip
2023-10-18 10:30 - 12:30 | In Person
Native Americans in SC Field Trip
by Cola City Homeschoolers
Wednesday, October 18 at 10:30
ages 9-14 — $2/participant
Note: This event is organized by Cola City Homeschoolers. Pre-registration is required, see form below.
Native Americans in SC Hands-On Activity geared for ages 9-14 years. At SC Military Museum, 1 National Guard Rd. – Columbia, SC – 29201
Wednesday, October 18 at 10:30 am. The activity will be an hour, followed by self-guided time for participants to explore and socialize in the museum.
Families with younger siblings, can also participate in the hands-on activity or explore the museum while you wait for your participating students to complete the activity.
Workshop Details: Native Americans greatly influenced early life in South Carolina and we still see their impacts today. Discover how native Americans and European settlers interacted and the events surrounding the Yamasee War.
Grab this FREE Native American Heritage guide from SC Military Museum: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/SC-Native-American-Heritage-Month-22-8720501
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Gladys' Gang Preschool Tour
2023-10-18 10:00 - 11:00 | In Person
Gladys’ Gang Preschool Tour
by Columbia Museum of Art
3rd Wednesday of the Month
Toddlers/Preschoolers — $$
Note: Gladys’ Gang is not hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers. Contact Columbia Museum of Art for more details and registration. FYI: Solo Memberships are $55 for one adult (and includes admission for all children under 18)
Toddler edition: First Wednesday of every month
Preschool edition: Third Wednesday of every month
10-11am
(Toddler) This program is specially designed for 2-3 year old participants and their adult companions as a way to explore art through movement and play. This program includes story time, gallery exploration, and a creative studio activity related to the art exploration theme. (Siblings welcome!)
(Preschool) This program is specially designed for 4-5 year old participants and their adult companions as a way to explore art through play and inquiry. This program builds skills for kindergarten readiness through story time, gallery conversations, and a creative studio project related to the art exploration theme. (Siblings welcome!)

Take Me Outside Day
2023-10-18 | In Person
Take Me Outside Day
by Take Me Outside Challenge
Wednesday, October 18th
All Ages — Free
Note: This is not a Cola City Meet-up, just information about the Take Me Outside initiative. More information and details about the resources and activities here: https://takemeoutside.ca/tmoday/
TAKE ME OUTSIDE DAY WILL ON BE WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 18TH 2023, WITH A FULL WEEK OF FUN HAPPENING ALONG WITH IT
Take Me Outside Day has always been about simply making time to head outside and learn beyond the four walls of a classroom. But this year we want to celebrate in a way like never before! Lots of helpful resources and activities that will make it easy for you to head outside with your learners and create beautiful art with the natural world. And be sure to explore each theme’s selected resources and activities to prepare for the whole week of fun!
During the week of October 16th – 20th, head outside with your learners, and make your own version of nature art with found and foraged materials.

Heartbeat of the Earth: an Outdoor Learning Workshop
2023-10-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual Event
Connecting Children to Nature through Indigenous Teachings
October, 17th 2023 – 7:00 PM
With Educator and Author Launa Purcell
Note: This is *NOT* a Cola City event. Please contact The Outdoor Learning Store for more information and registration: CLICK HERE
The Outdoor Learning Virtual Workshop Seasonal Series:

Registration is FREE and there will be plenty of draw prizes for attendees!
All registrants will receive a discount code to access outdoor learning resources when they register
Workshops are 60 minutes and will take place at 4pm Pacific / 7pm Eastern.
For those who can’t attend live these will each be recorded and posted on the Recordings Page
Following the workshop, participants will receive a link through which they can access a certificate of attendance.

Join Author Launa as she shares about Heartbeat of the Earth – a Handbook on Connecting Children to Nature through Indigenous Teachings.
Launa Purcell is a member of the Xa’xtsa First Nation and a mother of two. Launa works as an Indigenous Educator and teaches Indigenous outdoor camps.
The activities inside instill traditional teachings of respect, honor, resourcefulness, and humility in children. This handbook is intended to inspire parents, caregivers, and educators to provide children with meaningful outdoor experiences interwoven with traditional Indigenous knowledge.
This handbook isn’t a replacement for ensuring that local Indigenous knowledge and perspectives are central to your teaching. Rather, this is a starting point, and an encouragement to learn more, and use these activities as an inspiration to adapt them and adopt new ones in a culturally appropriate and responsive way.
All registrants will be entered to win some great draw prizes! After registration you will receive a discount code to access the resources shared. Following the workshop you will receive the recording, and a link to access your Certificate of Attendance.
You can access Launa’s beautiful resource here:
Heartbeat of the Earth

Day at the Museum
2023-10-14 10:00 - 15:00 | In Person
Day at the Museum
by Revolutionary War Visitor Center
Saturday, October 14 10am-3pm
FREE — All Ages
Note: This is a public event *not* hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers. Contact Revolutionary War Visitor Center for more information and reservations
The Revolutionary War Visitor Center at Camden tells the story of the Southern Campaign (1780-1781). In addition to our permanent exhibit, the center hosts programs on the American Revolution, South Carolina’s colonial era, and colonial Camden. Our programs focus on all the people who lived and fought during the American Revolution.
What if our mannequins came to life for a day?

The Rev War Center is coming to life for one day! Our “mannequins” will be coming to life to answer questions about life during the Revolutionary War.

Play Club Meet-up
2023-10-13 12:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Event
Let Grow Play Club Meet-up
by Cola City Homeschoolers
Friday, October 13 @12-2pm
Ages 8+/Teens — Free
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+).
This week’s meet-up is at the Richland Library Downtown Location 1431 Assembly St., Columbia, SC 29201. Teens 12+ can access the Teens Only area, with a maker space and activities geared especially for that age. Children’s section also has some great activities for kids to implement.
Free parking behind the library in the lower lot and across the street at Park Street. Parking meters also available with mobile pay via passport parking app.
Look for Kim to greet you on the lower level by the sitting area near the Children’s room–and facilitate introductions.
Call or text if you get lost along the way or you’re running late: 803-307-4880.Contact colacityinfo@gmail.com with any other questions.

"VICTORY OF THE PATRIOT RIFLEMEN” Workshop
2023-10-13 10:00 - 12:00 | In Person
Homeschool Friday Series
By SC Confederate Relic Room
Friday, Oct 13 at 10 am & 11 am
All ages — FREE
Note: This is not hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers. Contact SC Confederate Relic Room for more information and registration.
“Homeschool Fridays” are a FREE workshop program, offered one or two Fridays each month during the academic year. Sessions are at 10:00AM and repeated at 11:00AM Programs are geared toward students of all ages to come learn about important topics in history.

USC Theater Performance: Sideways Stories
2023-10-12 19:00 - 2023-10-14 15:00 | In Person
Sideways Stories from Wayside School

Performed by USC Theater Events
Thursday, October 12 -Saturday, October 14
Tickets $15-$22 — all ages

Note: This is NOT a Cola City event, contact USC for tickets and show times

From Louis Sachar’s Wayside School Novels
Adapted for the stage by John Olive
Directed by Ilene Fins
at Drayton Hall Theatre

It’s always a bit wonky at the 30-story Wayside Elementary – the building’s only one classroom wide, for starters, and its 19th floor has mysteriously ceased to exist. It’s in mean Mrs. Gorf’s top-floor class, however, where things have gone completely sideways. Known for punishing students by magically turning them into apples, she finds herself the victim of her own spell and soon becomes lunch for a hungry, passing teacher! Based on Louis Sachar’s best-selling children’s books, Sideways Stories from Wayside School is a wild, wacky adventure full of fun and surprises, with some valuable lessons to share along the way.

https://sc.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?SeriesID=22

Survival Series 4
2023-10-10 13:00 - 15:00 | In Person
Survival Skills Series
by Nature As Teacher
Sept 19, 26, Oct 3 & 10th
Ages 8-14 — $10/session
Note: This series is not hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers, please contact Nature as Teacher for more information and registration
The Team at Nature as Teacher is excited to offer our new Fall ’23 Homeschool Unit “Nature Survival Skills” Every Tuesday from 1-3pm September 19th -October 10th.
Location: The Nature as Teacher Preserve for Education, 247 Chestnut Ferry Road, Camden SC 29020
For ages 8-14. All students must be accompanied by an adult.
1. September 19th “Adapt to Survive”
-What is Wilderness?
-How do animals adapt to the environment?
-What do we NEED to survive?
-Make a survival bottle
2. September 26th “Making Shelter”
-Why do we need shelter?
-Factors to Consider
-Useful tools & materials
-Build a shelter
3. October 3rd Fire Safety
-Why do we need Fire?
-Firelighting
-Basic foraging and plants to avoid
-Campfire & “Survival Smores”
4. October 10th “Water Safety”
-Why do we need water?
-Where can we find water?
-How can we purify water?
-Basic First Aide
What to bring/wear: All activity supplies included. Students should come with a full, reusable water bottle. Please help students to dress appropriately for the weather. We encourage students to come with long pants to help protect legs in nature, and closed-toed shoes. Rainboots or outdoor shoes preferred. Students may choose to bring a lightweight backpack or daypack with extra socks (incase of wet creek feet) or watershoes.
Directions: Our address is 247 Chestnut Ferry Road in Camden. From Walmart in Camden head north on Springdale Drive, toward the race track. Chestnut Ferry Road (a dirt road) crosses over Springdale drive at the bend. Turn left onto Chestnut Ferry road and continue down until you see our pinecone logo sign. Our driveway is the last on the left. After proceeding through our gate, do not stop in the maintenance lot. Continue down our long driveway, past the right turn, and into the parking area. You will see our green and tan restroom building near the trailhead. If you are arriving in a bus, the bus parking is just beyond the fire hydrant on the left side of the driveway.

Virtual STEM Club
2023-10-09 14:00 - 15:30 | Virtual Event
Virtual STEM Club
by Clemson Science Center Outreach
Mondays, Oct 9-Nov 13 at 2 pm
$155/Series — Ages 8-12
Note: This program is *not* hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers. Contact Clemson Science Center for more information and registration

A fun learning experience for children ages 8-12. The STEM Club will engage students through six unique STEM Club sessions, each with two live instructors present.
*** Registration closes on September 24th at 11:59 pm EST ***

WHERE? Zoom virtual classroom
COST? $155 (includes all 6 sessions + cost of mailing materials to each student’s home)
WHEN? Mondays 2-3:30 pm EDT (see below for exact dates)
QUESTIONS? culsoc@clemson.edu or 864-656-9939

✳ Session 1: Density – Monday, Oct 9th
Explore density with density towers and floating foil boats!
✳ Session 2: Water – Monday, Oct 16th
Investigate the wonderful and weird properties of water through experiments with pepper, milk, food coloring, and soap.
✳ Session 3: Sound – Monday, Oct 23rd
Deepen your understanding of sound waves by creating your own musical instruments and devices that imitate animal sounds.
✳ Session 4: Flight – Monday, Oct 30th
Design, build, and fly gliders while learning the science behind flight.
✳ Session 5: Engineering Design Challenge – Monday, Nov 6th
Apply the laws of physics to build, test and evaluate your own bridge designs.
✳ Session 6: DNA Day – Monday, Nov 13th
Discover the biomolecule that makes you YOU and solve a mystery with your new knowledge of biochemistry.

eSTEAM Sumter
2023-10-07 10:00 - 15:00 | In Person
eSTEAM Sumter
by Science Festival Alliance
Saturday, October 7
from 10am-3pm
FREE — All Ages
Note: This is *not* a Cola City Event. Contact eSTEAM Sumter for more information
eSTEAM Sumter is a family festival celebrating and bringing together enthusiasts in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math. The purpose is to expose festival participants to advances and opportunities in these ever-growing areas through interactive exhibits, fun filled displays and hands-on activities. The entertainment and STEAM adventure is sure to provide family fun to everyone. It brings together Educational Entities, Industries, Economic and Community Developers and STEM Organizations.
Location: Downtown Sumter from Main and Liberty to Bartlett St.
Parking: FREE parking is available at the city garage and also several parking lots which will be denoted with festival signage.
Admission: Free to the public. Food vendors and participating restaurants will have a wide variety of refreshments available for purchase. Festival T-shirts and memorabilia will be available for purchase.
Contact: info@eSTEAMsumter.com 803.418.0709

Firefly Homeschool Day
2023-10-06 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.
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!

CMA: First Thursday Free
2023-10-05 10:00 - 20:00 | In Person
First Thursday Free
By Columbia Museum of Art
Thursday, Oct 5 from 10am-8pm
All ages — FREE
Note: This is *not* a Cola City event. Contact Columbia Museum of Art for more details.
Enjoy free admission courtesy of Dominion Energy and extended hours. The evening includes a program for college students from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. and a tour of the CMA Collection at 6:00 p.m. Last gallery entry at 7:30 p.m. Be on Boyd Plaza in the evening for live music, food vendors, and a beer garden. Free. Plaza events by First Thursday on Main.

Gladys' Gang Toddler Tour
2023-10-04 10:00 - 11:00 | In Person
Gladys’ Gang Toddler Tour
by Columbia Museum of Art
First Wednesday of the Month
Toddlers/Preschoolers — $$
Note: Gladys’ Gang is not hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers. Contact Columbia Museum of Art for more details and registration. FYI: Solo Memberships are $55 for one adult (and includes admission for all children under 18)
Toddler edition: First Wednesday of every month
Preschool edition: Third Wednesday of every month
10-11am
(Toddler) This program is specially designed for 2-3 year old participants and their adult companions as a way to explore art through movement and play. This program includes story time, gallery exploration, and a creative studio activity related to the art exploration theme. (Siblings welcome!)
(Preschool) This program is specially designed for 4-5 year old participants and their adult companions as a way to explore art through play and inquiry. This program builds skills for kindergarten readiness through story time, gallery conversations, and a creative studio project related to the art exploration theme. (Siblings welcome!)

Patterns in Nature: An Outdoor Learning Workshop
2023-10-03 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual Event
Outdoor Learning through Patterns in Nature
October, 3rd 2023 – 7:00 PM
With Educators Janice Novakowski & Megan Zeni
Note: This is *NOT* a Cola City event. Please contact The Outdoor Learning Store for more information and registration: CLICK HERE
The Outdoor Learning Virtual Workshop Seasonal Series:

Registration is FREE and there will be plenty of draw prizes for attendees!
All registrants will receive a discount code to access outdoor learning resources when they register
Workshops are 60 minutes and will take place at 4pm Pacific / 7pm Eastern.
For those who can’t attend live these will each be recorded and posted on the Recordings Page
Following the workshop, participants will receive a link through which they can access a certificate of attendance.

Join Janice and Megan to learn about some fantastic resources for educating, engaging, and empowering students around patterns in nature – connecting to math, numeracy and other curricula.
Janice Novakowski is a district teacher consultant in the Richmond School District (BC) where she learns alongside preK-12 educators and students in the areas of mathematics and numeracy. She is also an Adjunct Professor at UBC where she teaches elementary mathematics education courses. Some of Janice’s fondest childhood experiences center on the outdoors, carefully turning over rocks on beaches to find little crabs, log jumping and hiking through moss and fern-filled forests.
Megan Zeni is a mom of 3, an experienced elementary school teacher, and a master gardener. Megan successfully re-imagined the prep position in her public school and turned it into her dream job of spending her days with children in the garden classroom.
Megan is an advocate for taking children outdoors at school in all kinds of weather to learn, play, and grow. Megan is also a PhD candidate at UBC in curriculum & pedagogy.
All registrants will be entered to win some great draw prizes! After registration you will receive a discount code to access the resources shared. Following the workshop you will receive the recording, and a link to access your Certificate of Attendance.
You can access these empowering resources here:

Messy Maths
Patterns in Nature Kit: Coming Soon!!!

Survival Series 3
2023-10-03 13:00 - 15:00 | In Person

Social Studies Fair
2023-10-03 10:00 - 12:00 | In Person
Social Studies Fair
by Southeast Columbia Co-op
Tuesday, October 3 from 10am-noon
All Ages — 2.50/participant

Join Southeast Academic Co-op & Cola City Homeschoolers for the Annual Social Studies Share Fair! 806 Universal Drive Columbia.
Come present projects and information about what you’ve been learning in history, geography, cultural studies, sociology, government, and any other social studies topics. Here are a few ideas to get you started:

Dress like Abe Lincoln (and maybe even recite the Gettysburg Address)
Show your salt dough map of South Carolina
Read your report on nomads
Build a model of a pyramid and show what’s inside
Sing a song from another country

Projects can be something you already completed previously as a way to showcase learning that you’ve already completed. Or projects can represent current learning in progress. We recommend projects that are hands-on, interactive demonstrations or have samples, hand-outs, giveaways.
Tables are provided, but you can bring your own table for your display. Set up from (10 am-10:20 am). Presentation shifts will begin at 10:30 am.
All Participants will get certificate and prize. Please pre-register so we can prepare certificates and space.
Fees help cover the overhead costs of the facility use.
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”.
Examples: Here’s a peek at a few of the projects from previous share fairs.

Pre-register to participate in Social Studies Share Fair:

Pirate Day
2023-09-30 11:00 - 16:00 | In Person
Pirate Day
by Sumter County Museum
Saturday, September 30 11am-4pm
FREE — Families/All Ages
Note: This is a public event *not* hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers. Contact Sumter County Museum for more information
Come out for a fun filled day for the whole family! Learn about medicine, flags, weapons and blacksmithing. Play games. Visit a mermaid. Get a tattoo! Go on a scavenger hunt. Listen to pirate music and shop in a pirate store. Plus cannon and sword demonstrations, too.
Located at 122 N. Washington Street, Sumter SC 29150.
Contact: 803-775-0908 with any questions

HSF Exploration Trail
2023-09-29 10:30 - 12:30 | In Person
Harbison State Forest Exploration Trail
By Cola City Homeschoolers
Friday, Sept 29 at 10:15
FREE — Ages 8+
Note: This event is hosted by Cola City homeschoolers as part of the “Let Grow” initiatives to provide our students with opportunities intentionally designed to foster independence, social development, problem solving– especially suited to ages 8+ (younger siblings can also attend).
Harbison State Forest is located at 5500 Broad River Road, Columbia, SC 29212. Meet at the Education Center parking lot–follow the signs to the dirt road back there. $5 exact cash for parking (drop box).
We have reserved the Jr. Ranger Backpacks and the ranger will give us a short orientation at 10:30 on the back porch. We also have the option to do the Geocache Scavenger Hunt. We’ll organize the age groups to head out on our self-guided forestry explorations.
Look for Kim to greet you. Call or text, if you’re lost or running late: 803-307-4880
Contact colacityinfo@gmail.com with any questions.
Pre-register for this Cola City event:

Parent NameNote: This is not a drop-off event. Please include the name of the adult who will attend with the students.

First

Last

EmailLook for an automated confirmation when you submit the form

Mobile PhoneInclude a number just in case we need to reach you last minute.Participants name and ageUse the plus (+) sign to add rows for additional participants. Include ages of student participants (name only for additional adult participants).

"PRISONER OF WAR STORIES” Workshop
2023-09-29 10:00 - 12:00 | In Person
Homeschool Friday Series
By SC Confederate Relic Room
Friday, Sept 29 10 am & 11 am
All ages — FREE
Note: This is not hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers. Contact SC Confederate Relic Room for more information and registration.
“Homeschool Fridays” are a FREE workshop program, offered one or two Fridays each month during the academic year. Sessions are at 10:00AM and repeated at 11:00AM Programs are geared toward students of all ages to come learn about important topics in history.

Wild Learning: A Outdoor Learning Workshop
2023-09-26 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual Event
Wild Learning: Practical Ideas to Bring Teaching Outdoors
September, 26th 2023 – 7:00 PM Eastern
With Educator and Author Rachel Tidd
Note: This is *NOT* a Cola City event. Please contact The Outdoor Learning Store for more information and registration: CLICK HERE
The Outdoor Learning Virtual Workshop Seasonal Series:

Registration is FREE and there will be plenty of draw prizes for attendees!
All registrants will receive a discount code to access outdoor learning resources when they register
Workshops are 60 minutes and will take place at 4pm Pacific / 7pm Eastern.
For those who can’t attend live these will each be recorded and posted on the Recordings Page
Following the workshop, participants will receive a link through which they can access a certificate of attendance.

Rachel Tidd has extensive teaching experience as an elementary and special education teacher and homeschool parent. She is a doctoral student at the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point in Educational Sustainability. She has a BSc in Environmental Science and a Master’s degree in Elementary and Special Education.

Passionate about integrating the outdoors and natural materials in core academic areas such as reading and math, Rachel has authored the Wild Math® and Wild Reading® Curricula and the book Wild Learning: Practical Ideas for Bringing Teaching Outdoors.
Rachel will share tips, tricks, and strategies from Wild Learning: Practical Ideas for Bringing Teaching Outdoors. This book gives teachers practical activities they can immediately implement and helps educators overcome common barriers to outdoor instruction. These activities can be done in common outdoor spaces accessible to teachers in all school settings, and they are adaptable to their current curriculum—not an extra thing to try to fit into their day.
All registrants will be entered to win some great draw prizes! After registration you will receive a discount code to access the resources shared. Following the workshop you will receive the recording, and a link to access your Certificate of Attendance.
You can access Rachel’s fantastic resource here:
Wild Learning: Practical Ideas for Bringing Teaching Outdoors

Survival Series 2
2023-09-26 13:00 - 15:00 | In Person
Survival Skills Series
by Nature As Teacher
Sept 19, 26, Oct 3 & 10th
Ages 8-14 — $10/session
Note: This series is not hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers, please contact Nature as Teacher for more information and registration
The Team at Nature as Teacher is excited to offer our new Fall ’23 Homeschool Unit “Nature Survival Skills” Every Tuesday from 1-3pm September 19th -October 10th.
Location: The Nature as Teacher Preserve for Education, 247 Chestnut Ferry Road, Camden SC 29020
For ages 8-14. All students must be accompanied by an adult.
1. September 19th “Adapt to Survive”
-What is Wilderness?
-How do animals adapt to the environment?
-What do we NEED to survive?
-Make a survival bottle
2. September 26th “Making Shelter”
-Why do we need shelter?
-Factors to Consider
-Useful tools & materials
-Build a shelter
3. October 3rd Fire Safety
-Why do we need Fire?
-Firelighting
-Basic foraging and plants to avoid
-Campfire & “Survival Smores”
4. October 10th “Water Safety”
-Why do we need water?
-Where can we find water?
-How can we purify water?
-Basic First Aide
What to bring/wear: All activity supplies included. Students should come with a full, reusable water bottle. Please help students to dress appropriatly for the weather. We encourage students to come with long pants to help protect legs in nature, and closed-toed shoes. Rainboots or outdoor shoes preferred. Students may choose to bring a lightweight backpack or daypack with extra socks (incase of wet creek feet) or watershoes.
Directions: Our address is 247 Chestnut Ferry Road in Camden. From Walmart in Camden head north on Springdale Drive, toward the race track. Chestnut Ferry Road (a dirt road) crosses over Springdale drive at the bend. Turn left onto Chestnut Ferry road and continue down until you see our pinecone logo sign. Our driveway is the last on the left. After proceeding through our gate, do not stop in the maintenance lot. Continue down our long driveway, past the right turn, and into the parking area. You will see our green and tan restroom building near the trailhead. If you are arriving in a bus, the bus parking is just beyond the fire hydrant on the left side of the driveway.

Stewart Farms Homeschool Days
2023-09-26 09:00 - 2023-09-27 17:00 | In Person
Homeschool Days
By Stewart Farms
Tues-Wed, Sept 26 & 27
All Ages — $$
Note: this is *not* a Cola City event. Contact Stewart Farms for more details. Location: 6600 Highway 92, Enoree, SC 29335
Back by popular demand, Stewart Farms’ Homeschool Days are September 26 & 27 (Tuesday and Wednesday). **We are unable to book Homeschool groups or co-ops for our Field Trip Program. Homeschool Day Fall 2023 is especially set aside for homeschool families.**

Here’s the 411:
1. No reservations are needed! You set your own schedule for your group that morning.
2. Farm opens at 9am, gates close at 12pm, and the farm closes at 1pm (you will receive a “Farmers’ Friend” upon arrival, which allows our guys to keep up with what you do while you’re here.)
3. Wagon rides depart at 9:30, 10:30, 11:30, and 12:30 (pumpkin lesson following the wagon ride)
4. The Pumpkin Chronicles (story time) will be at 9:30, 10:30, 11:30, and 12:30.
5. Maize, farmyard animals, and honeybee observatory
will be open all morning to do on your own schedule.
6. Retail pumpkin patch will be open 9am-1pm. Pumpkins are 60 cents per pound.
7. Check out at the Farm Market at the end of your fun filled morning! (Don’t forget to bring in your Farmers’ Friend!)
Our Homeschool Day is for homeschool families ONLY. It allows your family, group, or co-op the opportunity to participate in our Field Trip Program.
