DAYLO Reads Interest Meeting
2024-05-16 17:00 - 18:00 UTC | Virtual Event
DAYLO Reads Interest Meeting
by Cola City Homeschoolers & DAYLO
Thursday, May 16 at 5pm
FREE — Teens/Parents
Note: This is a new interest club forming with Cola City Homeschoolers. Sign up to get the zoom link for this meeting, and to get more details about getting started with the next steps.
DAYLO Reads is a Diversity Awareness Youth Literacy Organization that fosters empathy through reading & community service. It was founded in Beaufort as a response to 97 book challenges and has expanded with chapters in several other schools.
The group is student facilitated with an advisor. They read and discuss diverse selections in a book club meeting. And they implement various community service projects. Find out more about DAYLO Reads on their Facebook page: Click HERE
If your teen/13+ would be interested in partipating in a homeschool chapter, fill out Cola City DAYLO Reads interest form below. The initial interest meeting will be facilitated by 4 DAYLO Student Leaders from Beaufort Chapter. Thursday, May 16 at 5 pm via Zoom. Then we’ll follow-up afterwards with plans for the first book club selection and details about the meeting time/location.
More details and interest form: DAYLO Reads Club
Contact Kim at colacityinfo@gmail.com with any questions

Three Fountains Homeschool Skate
2024-05-17 13:00 - 16:00
Homeschool Skate
by Three Fountains Recreation
Friday, May 17th @1pm
All Ages — $5
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Homeschool Skate!This will be the last Homeschool skate for this school year.Only $5.00 per person to skate and play golf!*Don’t forget to bring your association card*
*Regular skate rental included!*
Three Fountains Recreation is located at 2724 Emanuel Church Rd, West Columbia, SC
More info HERE!

Shoe Collection Deadline
2024-05-17 17:00 | In Person
Shoe Collection Deadline
by Cola City Homeschoolers
Friday, May 17 at 5 pm
All ages — Free
In cooperation with Keep the Midlands Beautiful, we’re collecting used shoes. Thi shoe collection project is one of our Green Steps projects as an opportunity to learn about how this helps the environment and helps those in need.

Be inspired to collect shoes from your friends, family and neighbors. Arrange a drop-off time to meet up with Kim by May 17th, contact colacityinfo@gmail.com

Christian Homeschool Prom
2024-05-17 19:00 - 23:00
Christian Homeschool Prom
by GB’s Homeschool
Friday, May 17th @7pm
High School — $35
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
G B’s Homeschool Christian Prom is for grades 9th-12th grade. Come dressed to impress and to have a good time with fellow homeschoolers. Ticket prices are per teen. There will be pretty decor along with a great dj, photographer for your photo needs. There will be parents chaperoning the Event. Refreshments will be served. Non homeschoolers are welcomed too!
Get your tickets HERE. This Prom will be held at 6621 Beatties Ford Road Charlotte, NC.

Akoma Cares Soccer Camp
2024-05-20 10:00 - 2024-05-24 13:00
Akoma Cares Soccer Camp
by Akoma Cares
Monday, May 20th -May 24th @ 10 am
Ages 7-12 — $85-100
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Dive into our dynamic 5-day soccer camp! Boost your game IQ, improve your skills, ignite your passion, and learn the thrill of “the Beautiful Game” with our expert coach.
For ages 7-12. Students will participate in 2 hours of camp followed by a one hour team lunch. Lunch is at 12 pm. Students must have soccer cleats, socks, and shin guards along with a packed lunch. A daily snack and water will be provided. Camp shirt will be provided with custom player names/nicknames on the back. Please arrive 10 minutes before the start of each camp day. This is a drop off optional camp. If dropping off, please make sure your child is checked in before leaving the premises and arrive at least five minutes before the end of camp for pick-up.
Camp is held:
May 20, 2024, 10:00 AM – May 24, 2024, 1:00 PM
Columbia, 1351 Jim Hamilton Blvd, Columbia, SC 29205, USA
Register HERE

NAT Homeschool Series
2024-05-21 13:00 - 15:00 | In Person
NAT Homeschool Series
by Nature as Teacher Preserve
Tuesdays from 1-3pm
$10/session — Ages 8-14
Note: This series is NOT organized by Cola City Homeschoolers. Please register directly with Nature as Teacher
The Nature as Teacher Preserve (NAT) is excited to welcome all outdoor explorers for our spring homeschool unit. This program is designed for ages 8-14. We will investigate a variety of topics including Hiking, Compasses, Scavenger Hunts, Games, Creek time and Tree ID! Come to one class or all 5!

4.23 – Creek Critters
4.30 – Field games
5.7 – Maps & Compasses
5.14 – Scavenger Hunt
5.21 – Hike & Tree Id

The unit will start on Tuesdays, April 23rd through May 21st at 1pm and end at 3pm. All learning supplies included, please help your child to dress appropriately for the weather. All students should come with a full reusable water bottle.
Our preserve is located at 247 Chestnut Ferry Road in Camden, SC. Driving Directions: 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
Registration is non-refundable unless your program is cancelled by staff due to weather. Only students using supplies need to register. Adults attending with students and younger siblings who will not be using supplies do not need to register.
REGISTER HERE

Let Grow Club: Tie-Dye at the Park
2024-05-23 13:00 - 15:00 | In Person
Tie-Dye at Seven Oaks Park
by Cola City Homeschoolers
Thursday, May 23 at 1 pm
FREE — All ages
This activity *IS* hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers, but there is no sign up necessary. Just show up but there is a sign up form so we can send you a reminder about the location details each week.
This is not just another playground meet-up group. It’s a new kind of play program. Intentionally designed to foster independence, social development, problem solving–for all ages (especially 8+). Families with younger siblings are also welcome, though.
We hope to see this grow and expand to more projects and activities thru the summer to develop interpersonal connections as well as personal agency.
Let Grow Play Club Thursdays 1-3pm–thru May
This Week’s Location: Seven Oaks Park, 200 Leisure Ln, Columbia, SC 29210. Parking at the lower lot, look for the driveway next to the child care center.
There’s a playground and a picnic shelters. Nice and shady–for the anticipated hotter days ahead!
Let Grow Project: Tie-Dye T-shirts. Bring a white shirt (or shorts or socks or pillowcase, etc. ) Bring 3 bottles of dye per person. You can get them with our Amazon affiliate link here or in the craft section at Walmart. We will have bottles of water to mix the powder, plenty of rubber bands, and plastic bags to carry home the project.
Also bring, Scooters and bikes for the path. Yard games, balls/frisbies, bubbles, nerf blasters, sidewalk chalk.
For more information about the “Let Grow” initiative, Click HERE
Contact Kim with any questions or to brainstorm ideas: colacityinfo@gmail.com
Sign up here so we can keep an eye out for you and send you meet-up reminders:

Parent NameNote: Please include the name of the adult contact for this registration

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.Student Participant Name/AgePlay Club is geared for participants age 8 and up (3rd grade and up). Use the plus (+) sign to add rows for additional participants. Younger Sibling Name/AgeList any additional participants under age 8 who will be attending the playground with an adult chaperone. Use plus (+) sign to add rows for additional participants.

Community Litter Pick-up
2024-05-25 09:00 - 12:00
Community Litter Pick-up
by Keep Midlands Beautiful
Saturday, May 25th @ 9am
FREE — Teens/Parents
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
This month’s cleanup will address Town of Irmo’s Rawl’s Creek on May 25, 2023, from 9 a.m. – 12 noon! We will meet at Irmo Town Hall located on 7300 Woodrow St, Irmo, SC 29063. We will email you prior to the cleanup to verify the meeting location and attendance.
Keep the Midlands Beautiful started the Spotless Service Saturday initiative to address highly littered areas with monthly cleanups hosted by our team! Cleanup locations rotate each month in the areas KMB serves – Richland County, Lexington County, the City of Columbia and the Town of Irmo. This event grew from a collaboration with the USC Service Saturday program. All residents, both individuals and groups, are encouraged to join the KMB team and USC students in these monthly cleanups.
This is a great volunteer opportunity for teens, parents, and kids of appropriate age. REGISTER HERE.

End of School Year Blast
2024-05-25 12:00 - 13:30
End of School Year Blast
by Richland Library Southeast
Saturday, May 25th @ 12pm
FREE — All Ages
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
YOU did it! A hip, hop, hooray! Let’s get ready to celebrate! WAHOO! It’s festive, with family and so much fun! Stop by Southeast as we applaud YOU for a job well done! There’s games, prizes, face painting, snowcones, hot dogs, certificates and so much more! We know that the year at times was some what rocky, however, it’s over! now come and celebrate with us and USC’s Cocky! Cocky joins us for this end of the school year celebration!
For your safety and ours, please stay home if you have COVID-19, if you have symptoms of COVID-19, if you are waiting for COVID-19 test results, or may have been exposed to someone with COVID-19.
More information about the library and this event found HERE.

Let Grow Club: Springdale Splashpad
2024-05-30 13:00 - 15:00 | In Person
Springdale Park Splashpad
by Cola City Homeschoolers
Thursday, May 30 at 1 pm
FREE — All ages
This activity *IS* hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers, but there is no sign up necessary. Just show up but there is a sign up form so we can send you a reminder about the location details each week.
This is not just another playground meet-up group. It’s a new kind of play program. Intentionally designed to foster independence, social development, problem solving–for all ages (especially 8+). Families with younger siblings are also welcome, though.
We hope to see this grow and expand to more projects and activities thru the summer to develop interpersonal connections as well as personal agency.
Let Grow Play Club Thursdays 1-3pm–thru May
This Week’s Location: Fenton C. Benton/Springdale Park at 2915 Platt Springs Rd, West Columbia, SC 29170
There’s a playground, splash pad and a picnic shelters. Nice and shady–for the anticipated hotter days ahead!
Also bring Yard games, balls/frisbies, bubbles, nerf blasters, sidewalk chalk, table games/activities. Towel to dry off if you get wet.
For more information about the “Let Grow” initiative, Click HERE
Contact Kim with any questions or to brainstorm ideas: colacityinfo@gmail.com
Sign up here so we can keep an eye out for you and send you meet-up reminders:

Parent NameNote: Please include the name of the adult contact for this registration

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.Student Participant Name/AgePlay Club is geared for participants age 8 and up (3rd grade and up). Use the plus (+) sign to add rows for additional participants. Younger Sibling Name/AgeList any additional participants under age 8 who will be attending the playground with an adult chaperone. Use plus (+) sign to add rows for additional participants.

Civil War: Battle of Congaree Creek Tour
2024-06-01 10:00 - 12:00
Civil War: Battle of Congaree Creek Tour
by 12,000 Year Park
Saturday, June 1st @10am
All Ages — FREE
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
The 12,000 Year History Park is a unique archeological site in Cayce, South Carolina, where history and nature converge. Over the last 120 centuries, the area has had an array of inhabitants, including mammoths, Native American tribes and Civil War soldiers. It includes earthworks from an 1865 Civil War battle. The park is full of stories and offers something for explorers of all ages.
Guided historical walking tours are offered on Saturdays and Sundays throughout the year. Trained by the National Park Service, our volunteer guides will take you on a walk along this beautiful trail filled with stories of the Battle of Congaree Creek, Fort Congaree and Native American Lifeways. There are also special events including Nature Days and Civil War Encampments.
Currently, the park is collecting donations to build a state of the art visitors center. The building will orient visitors to the site and provide a space to host educational programs for children and adults.
More info found HERE

GBK 2 Summer Camp
2024-06-03 07:00 - 2024-06-07 17:00 | In Person
GBK 2 Summer Camp
by GBK 2 Karate School
Mon-Fri June & July @7am
Ages 5-14 — $50-185
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
GBK 2 Karate School is offering weekday summer camps from 7am to 5pm through June and July. 2 snacks provided, bring your own lunch. This camp offers fun activities, field trips, and physical education with optional karate! Pricing is $50 daily or $185 for the whole week.
Limited spots are available, call now for your spot!! Keith at 803-476-6686 or Tracie 803-427-4414
Info about GBK 2 Karate School HERE.

Summer Camps by SC State Museum
2024-06-03 08:00 - 17:00
Summer Camps
by SC State Museum
June- August
Ages 6-12 — $200-250
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
The South Carolina State Museum in Columbia is excited to offer a fun and engaging summer of camps for ages 6 – 12 sponsored by AFLAC! These week-long camps focus on a different subject each day including natural history, astronomy, art, S.T.E.A.M and more. Camps are available all summer long in June, July and August. Find more information and REGISTER HERE! Registration is open now!
6-8 year olds:

Exploring Our Space
June 3 – 7 | July 15 – 19

Space won’t seem so far away as we use a variety of hands-on activities to explore the distant stars and planets. Build a small projector to project constellations on the wall, create a model to demonstrate moon phases, and encode a message to say hello to possible aliens living in a whole other solar system. There’s a lot to explore in our little cosmic neighborhood, so let’s go see what’s out there!

Beep. Bop. Boop!
June 10 – 14 | July 22 – 26

01001000 01001001 – that means “Hi” in binary! In this camp, your little ones will use 8 different robots in order to discover what it means to be a roboticist. From coding with colors with Ozobot Evo and Sphero Indi to block coding challenges with Dash and Dot – we’ll enter a world beyond the binary! Campers will also have a chance to explore LEGO Essentials to create their own robotic masterpieces.

Classical Fantastical Creations
June 17 – 21 | July 29 – Aug. 2

Come with us on a magical journey as we discover timeless classics and new adventures. We will read ten different books in this camp and do an activity inspired by each one. Campers will test their engineering skills as they build houses to withstand the wind of a big bad wolf, work with mixed media as they create works of art through collage with the Very Hungry Caterpillar, and they’ll even create their own slithering dragons as we discover what Dragon Post is!

Sense-ational Art
June 24 – 28 | Aug. 5 – 9

How does art impact our senses? And do our senses impact art? We’ll explore different mediums from traditional painting to music as campers explore their emotions. We’ll start the week connecting emotions to music with paint, create adaptive tactile art, and trick our sense of sight as we explore illusions and play with found imagery. Can you sense the excitement? We sure can!
Please note: This camp does include tasting and eating different foods including: marshmallows, potato chips, cheese puffs, caramel popcorn, Magic Spoon Frosted cereal, and even litmus paper taste tests. Please let us know ahead of time if you have any allergies to any of these materials.

Girls Can Do It!
July 8 – 12

And so can you! There are some amazing women in our history and we’re here to learn all about them! Have you ever heard of Althea Gibson? Or Gladys West and Heddy Lamar? What about Bessie Coleman, Mae Jemison, or Ellen Ochoa? In this camp we’ll be creating STEAM projects based on some of our most notable women in history. From testing our own flight paths to creating mini-circuits, we’ll honor each of these women in history with projects of our very own. We got this!

9-12 year olds:

Inventive History
June 3 – 7 | July 15 – 19

Do you know who created the super soaker? Or how Labyrinths were made? Who invented the doughnut anyway? In this camp we’ll travel back in time, recreating some of history’s most famous experiments and inventions. Campers will learn to tinker and become makers as they work to invent something new. How inventive will you be? And what can you create?

The Art of History
June 10 – 14 | July 22 – 26

Art isn’t just in galleries—it’s all around us! Campers will learn the ins and outs of how art and history go hand in hand. They’ll create their own Dave pots inspired jug, “capture” some history through the lens of a camera, and even discover the unconventional use of art for everyday objects like furniture and silverware. Plus, campers will learn techniques from artists like Yayoi Kusama and Kristy Bishop. This summer’s a blank canvas—come fill it up!

Revin’ Up Our RAM
June 17 – 21 | July 29 – Aug. 2

Come with us and take deep dive into coding robots! Your campers will explore the foundations of coding with Dash and Cue, use their programming skills to guide Spero Bolt through an obstacle course, and merge coding with engineering with Lego SPIKE Prime. Alright Roboticists, let’s get revved up and ready to go!

Journey Through the Stars
June 24 – 28 | Aug. 5 – 9

Embark on a journey to learn about more than just the stars! Start here on Earth and harness the power of the Sun to make a tasty treat. Afterwards venture farther out to learn about how astronauts live in space and create a water filtration system. Then launch into the vast universe beyond, mapping out the intricate patterns made by Jupiter’s moons as they orbit the gas giant and helping to balance a pair of stars in a binary star system.

“Tink” Outside the Box
July 8 – 12
Get ready to get tinkering and think outside the box!  Make connections as you squish your way through circuits and explore conductive dough.  Once you learn about anodes and cathodes, you’ll have all the tools you need to leave your mark with the museum’s much-loved ScribblyBattleyDoodleyBot-O-Awesome.  The pressure is on to build a fully-functioning hydraulic bridge and release your tinkering potential to solve a problem – Rube Goldberg style.

EduCamps by BJU
2024-06-03 08:00 - 17:00
EduCamps
by Bob Jones University
June-July
All Ages — Price Varies
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
BJU offers a plethora of camps this summer for students of all ages, with a wide selection of focuses. From Golf to Shakespeare, Computer Programming to Bug Biodiversity, there is something to interest your student! REGISTER HERE!

Planning for Camp
Registration
Registration is completely online. A $20 registration fee per camper (not per camp) will be added at checkout.
Room Requests
Campers may each make one request to room with a friend or sibling. Room requests must be mutual. We will do our best to fulfill each request, provided it is made on the online reservation form.
Refund/Cancellation
$50 deposit is non-refundable. Remaining payments will be refunded only if cancellation is received 10 or more days before the beginning of the camp. There is no refund for cancellations made after the 10-day notice period has expired. If the requested camp is full, we will issue a complete refund or place your camper’s name on a waiting list. If a camp is canceled, we will issue a complete refund.
While at Camp
Arrival and Check-in / Departure
We offer complimentary shuttle service to and from the GSP International Airport as well as the Greenville Amtrak and Greyhound stations. You can request a shuttle on the online registration form.
Campers will check in at the location specified on the individual camp page. (See BJU map or directions to BJU.)
Campus Address
1700 Wade Hampton Blvd.
Greenville, SC 29614
Meals
Meals will be served in our dining common in an all-you-can-eat buffet style. Any food concerns (allergies, diet restrictions, etc.) can be noted in the online registration form.
Housing
Overnight campers will stay the BJU residence halls. Overnight stay is only available for students in 9–12 grades.
What overnight campers should bring

Bedding for twin bunk
Towels
Toiletries
Money for snacks
Sunscreen

What to Wear
At EDUcamp, we want to create an environment that is appropriate and comfortable for all campers. In order to do this, we have a dress code that we ask all campers to abide by. Please review these guidelines to ensure that your camper’s attire aligns with our camp standards:

Tops:

Camper may wear loose-fitting shirts.
Sleeveless, midriff-bearing, or tight-fitting shirts are not permitted.

Bottoms:

Shorts that approach the knee are acceptable.
Loose-fitting jeans and athletics pants are permitted.
Mid-thigh shorts or tight-fitting pants are not allowed.

Inappropriate Themes or Images:

Clothing with inappropriate themes, offensive language or explicit images is not allowed.
Campers should refrain from wearing attire that may be considered offensive or disrespectful to others.

Day Camp
Sr. High Camps

Day campers must live in or stay with family in the immediate Greenville area.
Campers may be required to be on campus from 8:30 a.m.–9 p.m. on camp days.
Lunch and dinner are included in the camp cost.

SC Museum Camp- Inventive History
2024-06-03 08:00 - 2024-06-07 15:00
Inventive History Camp
by SC State Museum
June 3rd – 7th @ 8am
Ages 9-12 — $200-250
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Do you know who created the super soaker? Or how Labyrinths were made? Who invented the doughnut anyway? In this camp we’ll travel back in time, recreating some of history’s most famous experiments and inventions. Campers will learn to tinker and become makers as they work to invent something new. How inventive will you be? And what can you create?
Info about lunch, rules, what to bring/wear and REGISTRATION HERE!

EdVenture Summer Camps
2024-06-03 09:00 - 15:00
EdVenture Summer Camps
by EdVenture
Weekly June 3rd – Aug 2nd @9am
Ages 4-10 — $269
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Summer camps at EdVenture are open to the public and offer a variety of themes for campers ages 4–10. Fun, hands-on activities keep children busy, happy and learning all day long. Spaces are limited.

Week 1
June 3 – 7, 2024

Ages 4-5: “Maker Magic”

Ages 6-7: “Cooking Around the World”

Ages 8-10: “Welcome to 3D Printing”

Week 2
June 10 – 14, 2024

Ages 4-5: “Robotastic”

Ages 6-7: “Artist Adventure”

Ages 8-10: “Global Gourmet”

Week 3
June 17 – 21, 2024

Ages 4-5: “Read It & Eat It”

Ages 6-7: “Our Brilliant Body”

Ages 8-10: “Page to Stage”

Week 4
June 24 – 28, 2024

Ages 4-5: “Early Artists”

Ages 6-7: “Here We Grow”

Ages 8-10: “Robot Engineering”

Week 5
July 8 – 12, 2024

Ages 4-5: “Claw & Paws”

Ages 6-7: “Curtain Up”

Ages 8-10: “Food as Medicine”

Week 6
July 15 – 19, 2024

Ages 4-5: “Eating the Rainbow”

Ages 6-7: “Animation Station”

Ages 8-10: “Trash to Treasure”

Week 7
July 22 – 26, 2024

Ages 4-5: “Young Musicians”

Ages 6-7: “Junior Chef”

Ages 8-10: “Biomechanics at Work”

Week 8
July 29- August 2, 2024

Ages 4-5: “Superpower Science”

Ages 6-7: “Exotic Ecosystems”

Ages 8-10: “The Science of Food”

COST

Non Members – $269 per child, per week.
Members- $229 per child, per week

PICK-UP / DROP-OFF

Camp EdVenture hours are from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Complimentary early bird drop off is 7:30 a.m. daily. Pick-up is at 3 p.m. Extended day services are available from 3 – 5:30 p.m. for an additional $12 per camper per day. Extended day pick up is at 5:30 p.m.
All campers should be dropped off using the front entrance of the museum and picked up with photo ID.

Calendar list and more info HERE! Register now!

Lego Summer Camp: Animals
2024-06-03 09:00 - 2024-06-06 12:00
Lego Camp: Animals
by Brick Zone LLC
Monday, June 3rd-6th @9am
All Ages — $110
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
This week’s theme is Animals, and is open to all ages from 4+. Activities will include structured play, crafts, outdoor activities (weather permitted), and guided lessons.
Summer camps are open to all ages from 4+. Activities will include guided lessons, structured play, crafts, outdoor activities (weather permitted), and much more.
Cost is $110 per student per week
Camps run Monday through Thursday from 9 am to 12 pm.
Classes are limited to 20 students.
All children should bring a snack and water.
REGISTER HERE!

Jungle Adventure Art Camp
2024-06-03 10:00 - 2024-06-06 12:30
Jungle Adventure Art Camp
by Trinity Homeschool Academy
Monday, June 3rd-6th @10am
Ages 8-12 — $135
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.

Your artist is invited to join us as we print, stamp, layer, draw and collage our way through a lush rainforest jungle adventure. From toucans and leopards to frogs and chameleons, your artist is sure to love creating and discovering all the wonderful life that’s hidden in the jungle.

Camp is held at 4208 Rhame Rd Columbia, SC
REGISTER HERE or email Artstudioseventeen@gmail.com with any questions.

Let Grow Play Club: 9-Square Meet-up
2024-06-04 10:00 - 12:00
Let Grow Play Club: 9 Square Meet-up
by Cola City Homeschoolers
TUESDAY, June 4, 10 am-noon
FREE — All ages
This activity *IS* hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers, but there is no sign up necessary. Just show up but there is a sign up form so we can send you a reminder about the location details each week.
This is not just another playground meet-up group. It’s a new kind of play program. Intentionally designed to foster independence, social development, problem solving–for all ages (especially 8+). Families with younger siblings are also welcome, though.
We hope to see this grow and expand to more projects and activities thru the summer to develop interpersonal connections as well as personal agency. We’re switching up to Tuesdays at 10 am for June/July.
Let Grow Play Club TUESDAY 10 am-12pm–thru June/July
This Week’s Location: Guignard Park, 964 Axtell Dr, Cayce, SC 29033
There’s a small playground, a walking trail and creek. Nice and shady–for the anticipated hotter days ahead! Note, there’s not a bathroom access at the park, but there is a CVS across the street/nearby.
We’ll be setting up 9-square in the air as a mixer/ice-breaker for adults and teens. Here’s a peek at how the game works:

Also bring Yard games, balls/frisbies, bubbles, nerf blasters, sidewalk chalk, table games/activities. Towel to dry off if you get wet.
For more information about the “Let Grow” initiative, Click HERE
Contact Kim with any questions or to brainstorm ideas: colacityinfo@gmail.com
Sign up here so we can keep an eye out for you and send you meet-up reminders:

Parent NameNote: Please include the name of the adult contact for this registration

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.Student Participant Name/AgePlay Club is geared for participants age 8 and up (3rd grade and up). Use the plus (+) sign to add rows for additional participants. Younger Sibling Name/AgeList any additional participants under age 8 who will be attending the playground with an adult chaperone. Use plus (+) sign to add rows for additional participants.

Summer Book Club: Mexikid
2024-06-06 11:00 - 13:00
Summer Book Club: Mexikid
by All Good Books
Thursday, June 6th @11am
All Ages — FREE
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
It’s back! A. C. Moore Librarian, Jessica Warren, is hosting the second AGB Kids’ Summer Book Club!
Mrs. Warren has chosen a fantastic book for each month of summer, and she can’t wait to meet and chat about them with participants.
Book club is free to join and open to kids 7 and up. Participate in one or all three – whatever works for your busy summer schedule. Get 10% off when you buy all three books in our Kids’ Summer Book Club Bundle!
Mexikid by Pedro Martín

2024’s Pura Belpre Medal winner and a Newbery Honor book!

“Pedro Martín has grown up hearing stories about his abuelito—his legendary crime-fighting, grandfather who was once a part of the Mexican Revolution!

But that doesn’t mean Pedro is excited at the news that Abuelito is coming to live with their family. After all, Pedro has 8 brothers and sisters and the house is crowded enough!

Still, Pedro piles into the Winnebago with his family for a road trip to Mexico to bring Abuelito home, and what follows is the trip of a lifetime, one filled with laughs and heartache. Along the way, Pedro finally connects with his abuelito and learns what it means to grow up and find his grito.”

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

Homeschool Game Day Meet-up: June
2024-06-07 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.

Richland County Ag+Art Tour
2024-06-08 09:00 - 2024-06-09 16:00
Richland County Ag+Art Tour
by Clemson Co-op Extension
Saturday & Sunday June 8-9 @9am
All Ages — FREE
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
The South Carolina Ag + Art Tour is a free, self-guided tour of farms and markets featuring local artisans at every stop! During the tour visitors have the opportunity to see first-hand where their food comes from, watch artists in action and purchase their works, enjoy the melodies of local musicians, and learn more about rural life. The tour is the largest free farm and art tour in the nation with over 85,000 visitors participating since 2012.
Named for the sprawling “rich land” that supported hearty indigo and cotton plantations for generations, Richland County today is home to a diverse population of more than 400,000 residents. From its agrarian roots to its establishment as the legislative hub of South Carolina, Richland County today boasts a vibrant military community at Fort Jackson, several acclaimed educational institutions, award-winning hospital systems, the South Carolina State Museum, a cutting-edge urban scene in downtown Columbia and a plethora of recreational activities, all nestled between its many rivers and lakes.
More info and route suggestions found HERE!

SCDNR: Pottery Refit
2024-06-08 10:00 - 12:00
Pottery Refit
by SC Dept of Natural Resources
Saturday, June 8th @10am
All Ages — FREE
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
The Pottery Re-Fit activity is designed to help kids learn about techniques used by archaeologists in the lab. Kids will decorate small ceramic pots (one per person) using markers, then “accidentally” drop them…Oops! Using glue, a brush and puzzle power they reassemble their pots to take home.
This program is for ages 6 – 18 years old, however, younger children can participate. All supplies for this hands-on activity are provided. The program will take place under a tent in the garden of Parker Annex Archaeology Center. Parents and guardians must remain with minors at all times.
Spots will go fast, register HERE!
This event is held at Parker Annex Archaeology Center at 2025 Barnwell Street, Columbia, SC

Native American Lifeways Tour
2024-06-08 10:00 - 12:00
Native American Lifeways Tour
by 12,000 Year Park
Saturday, June 8th @10am
All Ages — FREE
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
The 12,000 Year History Park is a unique archeological site in Cayce, South Carolina, where history and nature converge. Over the last 120 centuries, the area has had an array of inhabitants, including mammoths, Native American tribes and Civil War soldiers. It includes earthworks from an 1865 Civil War battle. The park is full of stories and offers something for explorers of all ages.
Guided historical walking tours are offered on Saturdays and Sundays throughout the year. Trained by the National Park Service, our volunteer guides will take you on a walk along this beautiful trail filled with stories of the Battle of Congaree Creek, Fort Congaree and Native American Lifeways. There are also special events including Nature Days and Civil War Encampments.
Currently, the park is collecting donations to build a state of the art visitors center. The building will orient visitors to the site and provide a space to host educational programs for children and adults.
More info found HERE

Metalworks Workshop for Teens
2024-06-08 10:00 - 16:00
Metalworks Workshop
by Columbia Museum of Art
Saturday, June 8th @10am
Teens — $150
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Teens cut, saw, solder, and form sheet metal into original creations as they learn the basics of metalsmithing. This camp is a great introduction for anyone with an interest in jewelry making or sculpture.
Instructor: Dana Witkoski.
$150 / $120 for members.
Register HERE
The Columbia Museum of Art is located at 1515 Main Street, Columbia, SC 29201

RCRC Summer Mania Camp
2024-06-10 07:00 - 17:00
Summer Mania Camp
by Richland County Rec Commission
June 10- August 2, M-F @ 7am
Ages 5-12 — $90/115
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.

June 10-August 2, 2024
This camp operates Monday- Friday from 7:00 am-6:00 pm.
(Children ages 5-12 years old)

• $25 Application Fee (ONE TIME FEE) per child
• $90 Camp fee
• Multiple children discount:
• First child – $90
• Second child – $85
• Third child – $85
Camp Hours:
• 7:00 am-6:00 pm
Camper spot holder and fees:
• A minimum $115 is due at the time of registration along with any $20 deposit per child
• $20 Non-refundable deposit per child
• Remaining balance due by Wednesday or risk losing secured spot
Registration is First come, First serve, so REGISTER NOW!
Locations listed at registration page.

RCRC Summer Mania Explore Camp
2024-06-10 07:00 - 17:00
Summer Mania Explore Camp
by Richland County Rec Commission
June 10th – Aug 2nd M-F @ 7am
Ages 5-12 — $25/45
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Summer Mania Explore Summer Camp
June 10-August 2, 2024
This camp operates Monday- Friday from 7:00 am-6:00 pm
(Children ages 5-12 years old)
• $25 Application fee (ONE TIME FEE) per child
• Multiple children discount:
• First child – $45
• Second child – $40
• Third child – $40
Camp Hours:
• 7:00 am-12:00 pm (FREE)
• 1:00 pm-6:00 pm ($45)
Late pick-up fee:
• After 1:00 pm, child will be automatically enrolled into 2nd session and parent is
responsible for $45 weekly fee
• $1 per minute per child, after 6:00 pm
• Charges are based on the time indicated on the CENTER’S clock
• Three (3) late pickups will result in expulsion from the program
Registration is on a first come, first serve basis.
Locations for camp are on the registration page, Limited spots, REGISTER NOW!

RCRC Summer Mania Teen Camp
2024-06-10 07:00 - 17:00
Summer Mania Teen Camp
by Richland County Rec Commission
June 10th- Aug 2nd, M-F @ 7am
Ages 13-16 — $25
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Summer Mania Teen Camp
June 10-August 2, 2024
This camp operates Monday- Friday from 7:00 am-3:00 pm.
(Children ages 13-16 years old)

• $25 Application Fee (ONE TIME FEE)
• Weekly fee TBD
Camp Hours:
• 7:00 am-3:00 pm (CAMP)
• 3:00 pm-6:00 pm (FREE PLAY)
Late Pick-up:
• Campers are expected to be picked up by 6:00 pm
• Late pickup is based on the time indicated on the CENTER’S clock.
• Three (3) late pickups will result in expulsion from the program.
Registration is on a first come, first serve basis.
Locations listed on registration page, limited spots, REGISTER NOW!

SC Museum Camp- The Art of History
2024-06-10 08:00 - 2024-06-14 15:00
The Art of History Camp
by SC State Museum
June 10th-14th @ 8am
Ages 9-12 — $200/250
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Art isn’t just in galleries—it’s all around us! Campers will learn the ins and outs of how art and history go hand in hand. They’ll create their own Dave pots inspired jug, “capture” some history through the lens of a camera, and even discover the unconventional use of art for everyday objects like furniture and silverware. Plus, campers will learn techniques from artists like Yayoi Kusama and Kristy Bishop. This summer’s a blank canvas—come fill it up!
Info about lunch, rules, what to bring/wear and REGISTRATION HERE!

Columbia Museum of Art Summer Camps Ages 4-6
2024-06-10 09:00 - 12:00
Art Summer Camps
by Columbia Museum of Art
Weekly June & July
Ages 4-6 — $140-175
Note: This is NOT a Cola City event.
Summer Day Camps for ages 4-6:
It’s Only Natural: June 10-14 9am-12pm
Artists and scientists both learn about the world using their senses.
Here, There, and Everywhere: June 17-21 9am-12pm
Get your passport ready! Campers spend the week touring the galleries for global inspiration to bring back to the studios for their creations.
Fabricadabra: June 24-28 9am-12pm
Campers explore fiber and textile arts through embroidery, dyeing, block-printing and more as they learn how to transform fabric while taking inspiration from the galleries.
Visual Feast: July 8-12 9am-12pm
We’re serving up delicious works of art!
Make Your Mark: July 15-19 9am-12pm
Campers explore texture, shape, and pattern through various two and three dimensional mediums.
Making Faces: July 22-26 9am-12pm
This one is all about portraits!
Art FUNdamentals: July 29-Aug 2 9am-12pm
A perfect refresher before school starts again, this camp focuses on the building blocks of art, like color, line, and shape.
Register HERE for any of these options!
