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SUMMARY:FREE New Year's Web Quest Activity
DESCRIPTION:New Year’s Web Quest Activity\nby Teachers Pay Teachers\nMonday\, Jan 1st\nFREE — 6-12th\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nThose first few days back after winter break\, when sleepy students can barely keep their heads off their desks\, can be challenging to say the least! This freebie is intended to help ease your classes back into their routines\, while providing an opportunity for students to research and find some interesting tidbits about the celebration of New Years. It’s an easy and engaging way to start the new year off right! \n  \nThe lesson will require internet access\, so if you don’t have access to laptops or tablets\, student phones will do the trick! Students can work individually or in pairs or small groups to find the information. You might even have them compete against each other in teams–the first group to answer all the questions correctly wins! An answer key is provided. \nThis is a freebie printable for middle and high school students to celebrate the New Year!  It is part of an optional expanded holiday pack for an extra fee ($4).
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/free-new-years-web-quest-activity/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Holiday,Not Hosted by Cola City,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240103T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240103T230000
DTSTAMP:20260411T174627
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SUMMARY:Gladys' Gang Toddler Edition
DESCRIPTION:Gladys’ Gang Toddler Tour\nby Columbia Museum of Art\nFirst Wednesday of the Month\nToddlers/Preschoolers — $$\nNote: 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) \nToddler edition: First Wednesday of every month\nPreschool edition: Third Wednesday of every month\n10-11am \n(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!) \n(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!)
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/gladys-gang-toddler-edition-2/
CATEGORIES:Not Hosted by Cola City,Preschool
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240104T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240104T193000
DTSTAMP:20260411T174627
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SUMMARY:FREE First Thursday by Columbia Museum of Art
DESCRIPTION:  \nFree First Thursday\nby Columbia Museum of Art\nThursday\, Jan 4th @10am\nFREE- All Ages\n  \nNote: This is NOT a Cola City Event. \nEnjoy free admission courtesy of Dominion Energy and extended hours.  Generous support provided by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program.  Last gallery entry at 7:30 p.m. \nColumbia Museum of Art is located at 1515 Main Street\, Columbia\, SC 29201 \nMore info about the Museum and this free event here! 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/free-first-thursday-by-columbia-museum-of-art-2/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240104T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240104T190000
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Hub at Chapin Branch Library
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Hub\nby Chapin Branch Library\nMonday\, Jan 4th @6pm\nFREE — Parents\nLisa Baghdady\, veteran homeschooling mother of six\, co-director and high school English instructor at Dutch Fork Homeschool Resource Center\, a tutoring center for homeschoolers\, and a freelance copyeditor/proofreader and writer will be here to discuss all things homeschooling English/Language Arts for all ages. Bring your questions— she’s got answers! \nContact the branch if an individual with a disability needs reasonable accommodations or support. \nChapin Branch Library is located at 129 NW Columbia Ave\, Chapin\, SC \nMore info on the Chapin Branch Library HERE 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/homeschool-hub-at-chapin-branch-library/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Parent
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240105T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240105T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T174627
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231216T200628Z
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SUMMARY:Firefly Game Day
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Day\nby Firefly Toys & Games\nFirst Friday of the Month\nAll Ages — Free\nNote: This is not a Cola City Event. \nThis 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 \nFirefly staff will be highlighting and teaching educational board games which cover a range of subjects\, such as: Math\, Science\, Geography\, Chemistry and many more. \nUse games for education; come learn about it.\nAnd look for other Cola City Homeschoolers! We’re scheduling this as a meet-up time/location for our “Let Grow Club” initiative.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/firefly-game-day-3/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240111T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240111T113000
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SUMMARY:SC Military Museum STEM: The Darkest Dark
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nSTEM series: The Darkest Dark\nby SC Military Museum\nThursday\, Jan 11th @10:30am\nFREE — K-5th\n  \nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nSCMM’s Homeschool STEM series takes place most Thursdays at 10:30am and consists of a short lesson and hands-on activity. \nSpace is limited to the first 20 registrants. Registration is required for all participants (students)- adults do not need to register. \nAdults are expected to stay with and assist their students throughout the class.  All ages and abilities welcome\, most lessons are appropriate for K through 5th grade. \nClasses last approximately one hour. \nRegistered participants are asked to cancel their registration in a timely manner if plans change or they are unable to fulfil their spot so that other participants may attend. \nPlease contact Jennifer at 803-299-2730 or jennifer.gossett@scmd.sc.gov with any questions. \nSC Military Museum is located at 1 National Guard Rd Columbia\, SC 29201
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/sc-military-museum-stem-the-darkest-dark/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240115T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240115T170000
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SUMMARY:MLK Day at Columbia Museum of Art- FREE
DESCRIPTION:Martin Luther King Jr. Day\nby Columbia Museum of Art\nMonday\, Jan 15th @12pm\nFREE — All Ages\nIn honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day\, the CMA is open with free admission and hosting special MLK Day programming. Don’t miss FAAAC presents A Storytelling Celebration\, featuring line dancing on Boyd Plaza hosted by Franklin Jones beginning at 1:00  and a storytelling celebration beginning at 1:30. Free admission supported by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program. \nColumbia Museum of Art is located at 1515 Main Street\, Columbia\, SC 29201 \nMore info about the Museum and this free event here!
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/mlk-day-at-columbia-museum-of-art-free/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240116T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240116T200000
DTSTAMP:20260411T174627
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SUMMARY:Managing Eco-Anxiety- Virtual Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Managing Eco-Anxiety through Outdoor Learning\nby Outdoor Learning Store\nTuesday\, Jan 16 @7pm\nFREE — Parent/Educators\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City Event. For more information\, contact The Outdoor Learning Store Workshop Series. \nThe Outdoor Learning Virtual Workshop Seasonal Series \n\n\nWe are excited to offer this series in partnership with Take Me Outside and our Outdoor Learning Partners! \n\nRegistration is FREE and there will be plenty of draw prizes for attendees!\nAll registrants will receive a discount code to access outdoor learning resources when they register\nWorkshops are 60 minutes and will take place at 7pm Eastern\nFor those who can’t attend live these will each be recorded and posted on our Recordings Page\nFollowing the workshop\, participants will receive a link through which they can access a Certificate of Attendance\nSubscribe to our seasonal updates to stay in the loop on these and future workshops\n\nWith Educators and Earth Rangers\, Stephanie Doyle and Nicole Forsyth\n\nWhen kids are worried about the environment\, they can feel scared\, overwhelmed and even hopeless. This is called eco-anxiety. But what can we do about it? \nHow about turning Eco-Anxiety into Eco-Action? Eco-anxiety is a valid response to the real challenges our kids see around them. As adults\, our job isn’t to make their concerns go away; it’s to help channel them into positive action. Join Stephanie and Nicole who will share research and practical ways on how Outdoor Learning and Environmental Action can help to manage Eco-Anxiety. \nStephanie Doyle\, PhD\, is the Education Programs Manager at Earth Rangers. Earth Rangers Homeroom supports K-6 educators in transforming children’s concerns about the environment into positive action through classroom resources\, an eco clubs program and the “Eco-Anxiety to Eco-Action” micro-credential. \nNicole Forsyth is the Managing Director for Earth Rangers\, USA\, a nonprofit committed to instilling environmental knowledge\, positivity\, and the confidence to take action in every child in Canada and now the United States. \nAll registrants will be entered to win some great draw prizes! Following the workshop\, you will receive a discount code to access the resources shared\, the recording\, and a link to access your Certificate of Attendance. \nLearn more from Earth Rangers Experts in our: \n\n‘Eco Anxiety to Eco Action’ Podcast Episode \n\nTake Action with Climate Education: \n\nGroundswell: Indigenous Knowledge and a Call to Action for Climate Change \nTeaching Kids about Climate Change\nTeaching Teens About Climate Change 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/outdoorlearningseries/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240117T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240117T170000
DTSTAMP:20260411T174627
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SUMMARY:Kid Inventor's Day FREE Printable
DESCRIPTION:Kid Inventor’s Day printable\nby Chalkboard Academy on TPT\nWednesday\, Jan 17th\nFREE — K-5\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City Event \nJanuary 17 is Kid Inventors’ Day (KID)\, a day to encourage all the children in your life to think outside the box and invent something.  Did you know… that the snowmobile\, popsicles\, and braille were all invented by children?  The unofficial holiday commemorates the birthday of all-around genius and kid inventor\, Benjamin Franklin\, and celebrates kid inventors around the world. It also aims to encourage children to be curious about the world around them and to be creative when solving problems.  Franklin\, one of the most prolific persons in history was responsible for inventing the precursor to the swimming flippers at the age of eleven\, a year after he stopped going to school. His invention was made for the hands instead of the feet. \nThis Create Your Own Invention Worksheet combines creative writing\, science and math! The creative thinking opportunity makes this the perfect science bellringer worksheet for elementary aged students. \nFind the link here.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/kid-inventors-day-free-printable/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240117T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240117T110000
DTSTAMP:20260411T174627
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SUMMARY:Gladys' Gang Preschool Edition
DESCRIPTION:Gladys’ Gang Toddler Tour\nby Columbia Museum of Art\nFirst Wednesday of the Month\nToddlers/Preschoolers — $$\nNote: 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) \nToddler edition: First Wednesday of every month\nPreschool edition: Third Wednesday of every month\n10-11am \n(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!) \n(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!)
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/gladys-gang-preschool-edition-2/
CATEGORIES:Not Hosted by Cola City,Preschool
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240118T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240118T113000
DTSTAMP:20260411T174627
CREATED:20231202T205451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231202T205451Z
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SUMMARY:SC Military Museum STEM: Air Powered Rockets
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nSTEM Series: Air Powered Rockets\nby SC Military Museum\nThursday\, Jan 18th @10:30am\nFREE — K-5th\n  \nNote: This is NOT a Cola City Event. \nSCMM’s Homeschool STEM series takes place most Thursdays at 10:30am and consists of a short lesson and hands-on activity. \nSpace is limited to the first 20 registrants. Registration is required for all participants (students)- adults do not need to register. \nAdults are expected to stay with and assist their students throughout the class.  All ages and abilities welcome\, most lessons are appropriate for K through 5th grade. \nClasses last approximately one hour. \nRegistered participants are asked to cancel their registration in a timely manner if plans change or they are unable to fulfil their spot so that other participants may attend. \nPlease contact Jennifer at 803-299-2730 or jennifer.gossett@scmd.sc.gov with any questions. \nSC Military Museum is located at 1 National Guard Rd Columbia\, SC 29201
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/sc-military-museum-stem-air-powered-rockets/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240119T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240119T160000
DTSTAMP:20260411T174627
CREATED:20240118T024443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T024443Z
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Skate at Three Fountains Recreation
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Skate\nby Three Fountains Recreation\nFriday\, Jan 19th @1pm\nAll Ages — $5\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nCome hang out for skating and mini golf with fellow homeschoolers on Friday\, January 19th from 1-4pm.  Regular skate rental included\, bring your homeschool friends and your association card! \nMore info about Three Fountains Recreation here.  This facility is located at 2724 Emmanuel Church Road\, West Columbia\, SC.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/homeschool-skate-at-three-fountains-recreation-2/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240122T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240122T235900
DTSTAMP:20260411T174627
CREATED:20240117T162224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240117T162537Z
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SUMMARY:Envirothon Coach's Training
DESCRIPTION:Envirothon Coach’s Training\nSaturday\, February 3 from 8:45-2:30\nFREE — Educator/Parent\nREGISTER by Jan 22: HERE\nNOTE: This is not hosted by Cola City homeschoolers\, but we are looking for a volunteer who would like to facilitate a team for Cola City. \nSC Envirothon (environmental science competition for high school students) will be held on April 26. Training for coaches is on February 3 from 8:45-2:30 (FREE) and lunch is provided. Richland County coaches may be eligible for a $500 stipend.\nDetails at: https://www.dnr.sc.gov/education/Envirothon/ \nAnyone want to facilitate a team? The training is FREE\, so you can find out what all you need to do (how many students we need to recruit). There’s no obligation to bring a team to the competition in April\, either. \nSC Envirothon Training Trunks are available for coaches to borrow from local Soil and Water Conservation Districts. Trunks are filled with professional environmental tools and activities to prepare students for practical portions of the competition. Plus additional resources\, including training videos and PDFs\, registration materials\, and event information. I could be willing to partner as a support for the coach–if you want\, too. \nCoaches registration deadline: January 22!\n\nDuring the Envirothon\, high school student teams are tested on their knowledge of five areas of environmental science (wildlife\, forestry\, soil science\, aquatics\, and a current topic) and their performance on an oral presentation. Teams consist of 3-5 students plus an alternate (optional) in grades 9-12. Each team must have the support of a team coach. \nThe 2024 Competition Theme is “Renewable Energy for a Sustainable Future.”
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/envirothon-coachs-training/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:Events,FREE,Green Steps,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240122T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240204T220000
DTSTAMP:20260411T174627
CREATED:20231207T005851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231207T005851Z
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SUMMARY:The Festival of Storytellers- Virtual Book Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Festival of Storytellers\nby Reader’s Magnet\nJan 22nd- Feb 4th\nFREE — All Ages\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City Event. \n\nCalling all book lovers! It’s time to mark your calendars for the next chapter of the Festival of Storytellers!\n\n\nFrom January 22 to February 4\, we’ll be bringing back all the amazing features from our last event\, but with an enhanced user experience for all ages.\n\n\nWe’re talking about more interactive sessions\, immersive experiences\, and new ways to connect with your favorite authors and fellow bookworms.\n\n\nOur team has been working tirelessly to curate an unforgettable two weeks of literary magic\, and we can’t wait to share it with you. Whether you’re a die-hard fan of fiction\, a history buff\, or a lover of poetry and prose\, there’s something for everyone at the Festival of Storytellers.\n\n\nStay tuned for more updates and announcements as we get closer to the event.\n\n\nBut in the meantime\, start making your reading list and get ready to join us for two weeks of storytelling that you won’t want to miss.\n\n\nSee you there\, book lovers! \nRegister HERE for the Biggest Virtual Book Festival
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/the-festival-of-storytellers-virtual-book-festival/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Virtual
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240125
DTSTAMP:20260411T174627
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SUMMARY:Campus Preview @CSU
DESCRIPTION:A Day in the Life Campus Preview\nby Charleston Southern University\nWednesday\, January 24\nHigh School Seniors — Free\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City Event. Contact Charleston Southern for more details and registration. \nThis special event is intended for high school seniors who are interested in Nursing or Science/Math majors. Come attend Chapel\, sit in on actual classes\, and more! This event will allow you to get a taste of everyday life as a Buccaneer. Sign up for A Day in the Life below!\nClick HERE  \n 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/campus-preview-csu/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240126T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240126T120000
DTSTAMP:20260411T174627
CREATED:20240109T184323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T184323Z
UID:29997-1706259600-1706270400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:School Choice Rally at State House
DESCRIPTION:School Choice Rally at State House\nby Charleston RISE & SC Education Choice Coalition\nFriday\, Jan 26th @ 9am\nAll Ages — FREE\n\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \n\nPlease join Charleston RISE\, the South Carolina Education Choice Coalition and National School Choice Awareness Foundation on January 26th\, 2024 9:00am – 12:00pm for a celebration of school choice! Hosted at the University of South Carolina Alumni Center\, this event will begin with a talent showcase from 9:30am – 10:30am featuring students from across the state. At 10:45am\, we will continue with a spirit-filled march to the State Capitol Building for a celebration program running from 11:00am to 12:00pm. We will celebrate students’ access to school choice with a Proclamation from the governor and hear speeches from parents and students to share their school choice story! \nLater in the day at the Alumni Center\, there will be a presentation for parents on school choice public policy change. \nThis event is FREE \nCheck here for more info on this event\, and here for a link to a parent workshop!
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/school-choice-rally-at-state-house/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240126T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240126T150000
DTSTAMP:20260411T174627
CREATED:20240121T211732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240121T213542Z
UID:30061-1706274000-1706281200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Ride the Comet: Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Ride the Comet Workshop\nby Cola City Homeschoolers/Let Grow Club\nFriday\, January 26 from 1-3pm\nFree — Ages 12+\nNote: This is a Cola City activity as part of the Let Grow Club initiatives to develop agency and autonomy. Scroll down to register (space is limited). \nSpace is limited\, so we will have to prioritize teens (ages 12+) for this event. We hope to schedule another follow-up–with or without the city/community co-ordinator. If you have younger siblings\, you can sign up just your teen participant to be chaperoned/accompanied by Cola City. \nThis is a great opportunity for learning about how to read the bus routes and plan out your own adventure. It’s important to know the transportation options that are available in our area. You may have to save up for a car\, have car trouble\, lose your ability to drive\, want to save gas money or just not have the patience to deal with parking and traffic.  \nIt’s also important to remember that if something happens to your car\, bicycle or you can’t afford Uber\, Lyft or Taxi\, your employer\, your doctor\, and others will expect you to find another way and show up. \nITINERARY: Meet at 12:45-1 pm at Harbison Walmart SuperStop. Look for Cola City/Kim and Comet/Brittany to greet you. Depart 1:10 pm: We will ride the bus downtown to the Comet Central Station for an orientation/hands-on activity. 2:15 depart back on Comet to the Harbison Walmart SuperStop at 3 pm. \nTravel Training Videos to watch before our tour: \n\n“How to Plan Your Trip”-\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yia-GXjXZ5M&t=7\n\n“How to Ride”- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DwlPOy2l-Nc\n“How to Ride DART”- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EOfGwu4ZERw\n\nRegister HERE to reserve your seat/s for this event: 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/ride-the-comet-workshop/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:Cola City Classes,Field Trip,FREE,Let Grow Club,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240201T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240201T090000
DTSTAMP:20260411T174627
CREATED:20231221T002559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231221T002559Z
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SUMMARY:FREE Black History Month Bite-sized Bios
DESCRIPTION:Black History Month Bite-sized Bios\nby SC Military Museum\nThursday\, Feb 1st\nFREE — All Ages\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nBite-sized biographies of 11 African Americans from South Carolina with military connections. \nThis is a free PDF lesson offered by SC Military Museum through Teachers Pay Teachers.  Find the resource HERE.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/free-black-history-month-bite-sized-bios/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240201T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240201T100000
DTSTAMP:20260411T174627
CREATED:20231221T001650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231221T001650Z
UID:29984-1706778000-1706781600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:SC Black History Icons by SC Military Museum
DESCRIPTION:South Carolina Black History Icons\nby SC Military Museum\nThursday\, Feb 1st\nFREE — All Ages\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nThis is an interactive resource that can be used directly with students. It highlights 18 Black South Carolinians from all areas of industry. \nA FREE PDF lesson is included here\, made available by the SC Military Museum to celebrate Black History Month.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/sc-black-history-icons-by-sc-military-museum/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240202T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240202T090000
DTSTAMP:20260411T174627
CREATED:20231228T152231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231228T152231Z
UID:29993-1706860800-1706864400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Groundhog Day FREE printable
DESCRIPTION:Groundhog Day Fact Book\nby Teachers Pay Teachers\nFriday\, Feb 2nd\nFREE — K-3\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nThis Mini Groundhog Day Fact Book is a fun way to review facts about groundhogs and Groundhog Day! Each page has a topic tab and facts! \nThis freebie is part of a larger pack that is an optional purchase($4) on the website by The Curious Hippo.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/groundhog-day-free-printable/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240202T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240202T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T174627
CREATED:20231221T010244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231221T010244Z
UID:29989-1706875200-1706882400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Firefly Game Day
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Day\nby Firefly Toys & Games\nFirst Friday of the Month\nAll Ages — Free\nNote: This is not a Cola City Event. \nThis 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 \nFirefly staff will be highlighting and teaching educational board games which cover a range of subjects\, such as: Math\, Science\, Geography\, Chemistry and many more. \nUse games for education; come learn about it.\nAnd look for other Cola City Homeschoolers! We’re scheduling this as a meet-up time/location for our “Let Grow Club” initiative.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/firefly-game-day-4/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240203T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240203T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T174627
CREATED:20240131T152020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T152020Z
UID:30093-1706950800-1706965200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Kroger Chef Junior: Pineapple Salsa
DESCRIPTION:Chef Junior: Pineapple Salsa\nby Kroger\nSaturday\, Feb 3rd @ 9am\nAll Ages — $7\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nJoin us on Saturday\, February 3rd or Saturday\, February 17th\, and your kids can learn how to make delicious Pineapple Salsa! A Kroger Chef will guide your child as they learn to create this sweet and savory dip. In addition\, your child will receive a recipe card\, apron\, chef hat\, recipe box\, badge\, and Kroger Chef Junior Chopper to add to their kitchen tool collection! \nThere are several locations and times to choose from\, register HERE!
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/kroger-chef-junior-pineapple-salsa/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Not Hosted by Cola City
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240205T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240205T090000
DTSTAMP:20260411T174627
CREATED:20231216T194540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231216T194540Z
UID:29970-1707120000-1707123600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Online Book Club with TSCHAA
DESCRIPTION:Online Book Club\nby TSCHAA\nFeb 5-9\nFREE — Parents\n  \nDid you know professional development is important for all careers\, including homeschooling?? One of the best ways to grow as a homeschool educator is to read books about homeschooling! \nYou are invited to join TSCHAA for an online book discussion for The Modern Miss Mason by Leah Boden. We will read the book on our own and then discuss it online from February 5-9 in a private online group. This is open to ALL homeschool parents. \nRegistration opens soon!
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/online-book-club-with-tschaa/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240207T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260411T174627
CREATED:20240110T201140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T201140Z
UID:30009-1707300000-1707307200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Rev War Center: Colonial Living
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Day: Colonial Living\nby Revolutionary War Center\nWednesday\, Feb 7th @10am\nAll Ages — FREE\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nOnce a month\, the Rev War Center will offer a free homeschool educational 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. \nFor parents with scholars of multiple ages\, don’t fret. Children 7 years old or under will be given a fun coloring and activity packet to complete off to the side so the whole family can enjoy the day. \nFebruary Program: Colonial Living into the Revolutionary War \nStudents will be given a colonial personality in which to view the events leading up to the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The group will discuss the different taxes and events that led to America wanting to declare independence and end by asking\, should we sign the Declaration of Independence? Is it worth it? \nBe sure to register HERE! \nThe Revolutionary War Visitor Center is located at 212 Broad Street Camden\, SC 29020
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/rev-war-center-colonial-living/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240207T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240207T150000
DTSTAMP:20260411T174627
CREATED:20240201T033957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T160642Z
UID:26870-1707310800-1707318000@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Pollinator Nest Make-it-Take-it
DESCRIPTION:Pollinator Nest Make-it-Take-it\nby Cola City Homeschoolers\nWednesday\, February 7 @1 pm\nAll Ages — $3/participant\nNOTE: This event is organized by Cola City Homeschoolers–open to all homeschoolers. This is not a drop-off event. Scroll down to register to reserve your space. \nThis project is part of our ongoing environmental education series with Green Steps. Participants will learn about pollinators important role in nature. Then\, we’ll create a pollinator nest to help restore natural habitat for our pollinator friends. Make-it-Take-it–all supplies included! \nAges: All ages can participate (but younger participants may need parental assistance).\nLocation: Harbison State Forest\, 5600 Broad River Road\nFacilitated by: Park Rangers\, Beth Foley and David Jenkins\nTime: Wednesday February 7 from 1-3 pm\nCost: $3/participant \nMake-it-Take-it–all supplies are included. But\, please bring loppers/pruning tools if you have any. \nParking fee is waived for this workshop: Turn in at the sign for Harbison State Forest\, not the SC Forestry Commission headquarters which is next door at 5500 Broad River Road. To reach the Environmental Education Center\, continue past the first parking lot and bear left through the wooden gate onto a gravel road. Take the first right (at the closed metal gate) onto another gravel road. The Education Center is a log cabin building at the top of the hill on the left. There is ample parking directly in front of the Education Center. \nLook for Kim to greet you. Please arrive a few minutes early. Call or text if you get lost along the way 803-307-4880 so we can help you catch up to the group.\nContact colacityinfo@gmail.com with any questions. \nPre-register for this Cola City event:
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/pollinator-nest-make-it-take-it/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Cola City Classes,Green Steps,Teen
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240208T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240208T113000
DTSTAMP:20260411T174627
CREATED:20231202T210558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231202T210558Z
UID:29912-1707388200-1707391800@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:SC Military Museum STEM: Cross the River Challenge
DESCRIPTION:STEM Series: Cross the River Challenge\nby SC Military Museum\nThursday\, Feb 8th @10:30am\nFREE — K-5th\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nSCMM’s Homeschool STEM series takes place most Thursdays at 10:30am and consists of a short lesson and hands-on activity. \nSpace is limited to the first 20 registrants. Registration is required for all participants (students)- adults do not need to register. \nAdults are expected to stay with and assist their students throughout the class.  All ages and abilities welcome\, most lessons are appropriate for K through 5th grade. \nClasses last approximately one hour. \nRegistered participants are asked to cancel their registration in a timely manner if plans change or they are unable to fulfil their spot so that other participants may attend. \nPlease contact Jennifer at 803-299-2730 or jennifer.gossett@scmd.sc.gov with any questions. \nSC Military Museum is located at 1 National Guard Rd Columbia\, SC 29201
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/sc-military-museum-stem-cross-the-river-challenge/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240209T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240209T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T174627
CREATED:20231216T192907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231216T202025Z
UID:29967-1707472800-1707487200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Careers in Education at Newberry College
DESCRIPTION:Careers in Education\nby Newberry College\nFriday\, Feb 9th @10am\nFREE — Teens\n  \nNewberry College Department of Education would like to cordially invite you and your students to a special day of education activities.  Join us for a tour of the Japanese Gardens where we will be working on math problems and math activities. \n Then we will treat you to a free meal and finally there will be a time to meet and greet local experts.  These experts will discuss how their education has helped them in their careers.  This event is not just for future teachers we would like to welcome anyone who would like to join us. \n The event is planned for February 9\, 2024 at Newberry College \nFrom 10:00am -2:00pm \nWe will meet at The Center for Teacher Education \n1121 Speers Street \nNewberry\, SC  29108 \nPLEASE RSVP to Angelia Bedenbaugh at angelia.bedenbaugh@newberry.edu  no later than January 29\, 2024 \nMore information on Newberry College’s Department of Education HERE.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/careers-in-education-at-newberry-college/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240209T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240209T213000
DTSTAMP:20260411T174627
CREATED:20240113T073958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T190811Z
UID:30013-1707503400-1707514200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Family Dance Party
DESCRIPTION:Family Dance Party\nHosted by Cola City Homeschoolers\nFriday\, February 9\, 6:30-9:30 pm\nAll Ages — $10/ticket\nNote: This event is hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers. This is not a drop-off event. Scroll down to register for tickets. \nReady to shake off the winter blues! It’s a Family Dance Party on Friday\, February 9th from 6:30-9:30 pm. Located at St. David’s Lutheran Church (in the gym) 132 St Davids Church Rd\, West Columbia\, SC 29170. \nTickets are $10 for all ages. Photo booth and refreshments included. Glow sticks and minute-to-win games/prizes too! Featuring DJ: Cindy Cheek \nParents are asked to stay on site\, participate in the activities–it’s family fun. Dressy/Semi-formal/Festive attire recommended (in other words: dress-up/not casual)\nContact Kim/Cola City homeschoolers with any questions: colacityinfo@gmail.com \nRegister HERE for this Cola City Event:
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/family-dance-party/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Cola City Classes,Teen
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240212T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240212T190000
DTSTAMP:20260411T174627
CREATED:20240118T023111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T023111Z
UID:30041-1707760800-1707764400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Chapin Library: Valentine's Exchange
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Hub: Valentine’s Exchange\nby Chapin Branch Library\nMonday\, Feb 12 @ 6pm\nAll Ages — FREE\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nJoin us for our Homeschool Valentines exchange!  Bring a dozen valentines\, candy or small token gifts to exchange. There will be fun and games for all. \nContact the branch if an individual with a disability needs reasonable accommodations or support: \nJosie Seacrist \nBranch Librarian \nChapin Branch Library \n129 NW Columbia Ave \nChapin\, SC 29036 \nPH 803.345.5479 \nwww.lex.lib.sc.us
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/chapin-library-valentines-exchange/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Holiday,Not Hosted by Cola City
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240214T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240214T110000
DTSTAMP:20260411T174627
CREATED:20240110T195822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T195822Z
UID:30006-1707904800-1707908400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Homeschool Days at Old Santee Canal Park: Trees
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Days: Trees\nby Old Santee Canal Park\nWednesday\, Feb 14th @ 10am\n3rd – 6th — $2/person\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nAre you a single homeschool family looking for more educational opportunities? This class is for you!\nOnly 30 students will be allowed to register for the in-person class. The class will be taught at a 3rd thru 6th-grade level\, but all ages are welcome. This class will be $2 per person including students\, parents\, chaperones\, and siblings. To register you must pay in advance due to limited capacity. This does not include anyone under the age of 3. Register by calling 843-899-5200.\nTime: 10:00 am – 11:00 am\nProgram Fee: $2 per person\nPre-Registration: Required by Tuesday before the program\nMeeting Place: Interpretive Center\nAge Limit: All ages\, under 13 accompanied by an adult\nContact: Adam Bedard (843-899-5200) or education@oldsanteecanalpark.org\nLink to the event Here.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/homeschool-days-at-old-santee-canal-park-trees/
CATEGORIES:Not Hosted by Cola City
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