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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-4/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240203T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240203T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T205922
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T152020Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240205T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240205T090000
DTSTAMP:20260411T205922
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231216T194540Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240207T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260411T205922
CREATED:20240110T201140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T201140Z
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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:20260411T205922
CREATED:20240201T033957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T160642Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240208T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240208T113000
DTSTAMP:20260411T205922
CREATED:20231202T210558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231202T210558Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240209T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240209T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T205922
CREATED:20231216T192907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231216T202025Z
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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:20260411T205922
CREATED:20240113T073958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T190811Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240212T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240212T190000
DTSTAMP:20260411T205922
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T023111Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240214T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240214T110000
DTSTAMP:20260411T205922
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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240216
DTSTAMP:20260411T205922
CREATED:20231013T135531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T135531Z
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SUMMARY:Litter Trashes Everyone Poster Contest
DESCRIPTION:Litter Trashes Everyone Poster Contest\nby Palmetto Pride\nDue by: February 20\nK5-5th grade — Free\nNote this contest is open to all students K5-5th grade (including homeschoolers!). Cola City is registered as a participating school\, contact colacityinfo@gmail.com to get an official drawing paper so we can submit your entry for consideration as our school’s winning entry. \nLitter prevention starts with education: The Litter Trashes Everyone Art Contest is now officially The Governor’s Art Contest on Litter Prevention! This annual litter awareness art competition is for all South Carolina K-5th grade students. To participate in this fun and educational competition\, students create artwork illustrating the theme Litter Trashes Everyone. \nStart with these Litter Lessons:\nLitter Lesson plans PDF \nLitter Lesson presentation \nRequirements:  \n\nPalmettoPride will provide paper to the school contact or plain white 8.5×11 paper may be used.\nFive (5) color maximum allowed in addition to white.\nArtwork must be themed around Litter Trashes Everyone.\nNo copyrighted content such as logos or brand names should be included on artwork.\nImages/photographs of the submitted work may be featured on our various social media outlets and promotional material. All images are subject to editing.\n\nAll submissions to Cola City Homeschoolers will be posted on our website as part of our Green Steps initiatives to “teach others” about environmental awareness. One will be selected to represent our organization as the winning entry.\nFull Details about the contest rules and registration \nMore information about Cola City Homeschoolers’ Green Steps initiatives to get our students involved in practical\, actionable environmental awareness.  \n 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/litter-trashes-everyone-poster-contest/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240215T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240215T113000
DTSTAMP:20260411T205922
CREATED:20231202T211435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231202T211435Z
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SUMMARY:SC Military Museum STEM: Hiking Backpacks
DESCRIPTION:STEM series: Hiking Backpacks\nby SC Military Museum\nThursday\, Feb 15th @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-hiking-backpacks/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240217T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240217T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T205922
CREATED:20240131T152326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T152326Z
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SUMMARY:Kroger Chef Junior: Pineapple Salsa
DESCRIPTION:Chef Junior: Pineapple Salsa\nby Kroger\nSaturday\, Feb 17th @ 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-2/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240219
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240220
DTSTAMP:20260411T205922
CREATED:20231031T193343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231031T193343Z
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SUMMARY:SWU Campus Preview
DESCRIPTION:SWU Campus Preview\nby Southern Wesleyan University\nMonday\, February 19 @9am\nTeens/Parents — FREE\nNote: This is *NOT* a Cola City Event. Contact SWU for more details and registration \nPreview Day is a great way to explore SWU alongside other prospective students and learn more about the campus\,  community\, and what it’s like to attend college there. You’ll have the opportunity to tour campus\, interact with students and faculty\, learn about our majors\, and more! \nIn an effort to remove barriers\, there is no application fee and we are test optional\, which means students are not required to take the SAT/ACT for admission to the university. \nClick here to register for SWU preview day\, located at 907 Wesleyan Dr\, Central\, SC 29630 \nSouthern Wesleyan University Office of Admissions\n(864) 644-5550\nadmissions@swu.edu
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/swu-campus-preview/
CATEGORIES:Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240220T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240220T190000
DTSTAMP:20260411T205922
CREATED:20240215T190935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T191010Z
UID:30127-1708450200-1708455600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Homeschool Huddle: Discus Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Huddle: Discus Workshop\nBy South Congaree Branch/Lexington Library\nTuesday\, February 20 at 5:30 pm\nFREE — Parents/Educators\n  \nNOTE: This is *NOT* a Cola City event. Please contact Lexington Library for more details. \nHomeschool Huddle is a monthly workshop hosted by South Congaree-Pineridge Branch Library at 200 Sunset Drive\, West Columbia\, SC 29172. \nTuesday\, Feb 20\, 5:30 PM: Reference coordinator for the library system\, Amanda Stone\, will be the guest speaker and will present a workshop on using Discus. It is truly a hidden gem! Come learn how to use this wonderful tool in your homeschool. \nYouth services staff will hang out with your children and work on some STEM activities or they can sit in on the parent workshop if you prefer that. \nNo need to sign up\, just show up. You do not have to be a county resident to learn about the Discus resource–it’s available statewide for all SC residents. \nContact Branch Librarian for questions.\nCarol Clark\, 803.785.3050\nCCLARK@lex.lib.sc.us 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/homeschool-huddle-discus/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240223T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240223T170000
DTSTAMP:20260411T205922
CREATED:20240118T032023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T032023Z
UID:30053-1708675200-1708707600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:SAT Test Registration Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Digital SAT Test Registration Deadline\nBy Collegeboard.org\nFriday\, Feb 23rd\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City Event. \nAt this time\, registration is open for all students for the entire 2023–24 testing year. \nAll deadlines expire at 11:59 p.m. ET\, U.S. \nThese test dates and deadlines apply to all students—U.S. and international—taking the digital SAT: \nRegistration Deadline- Feb 23\, 2024 \nDeadline for changes/regular cancellation/late registration- Feb 27\, 2024 \nSAT Test Date- March 9\, 2024 \n*Students who need to borrow a device from College Board will need to register and request their device earlier than the registration deadline—at least 30 days before test day. \n**Late registration is available internationally starting in March 2024. Additional fees may apply. \n<REGISTER HERE> \nInfo on test fees and other policies found at the link.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/sat-test-registration-deadline/
CATEGORIES:Not Hosted by Cola City,Teen,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240223T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240223T150000
DTSTAMP:20260411T205922
CREATED:20230831T222059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T222059Z
UID:29661-1708678800-1708700400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Battle of Aiken
DESCRIPTION:Battle of Aiken Education Day\nby SC Palmetto Battalion Reenactors\nFriday\, February 23 9am-3pm\nFREE — All Ages\nNote: this is *not* a Cola City event. Contact Battle of Aiken for more information and reservations.  \nSince 1995\, thousands of school children have traveled to the Battle of Aiken Park (1210 Powell Pond Rd. off 1-20 exit\, Aiken SC) for the annual School Field Trip Day held the Friday\, after President’s Day\, each February. Students go through a living history program that makes history come alive!\n\nAll public schools\, private schools\, and home schools are invited to attend this event which is appropriate for all ages. The educational program is believed to be the largest attended single day field trip in the state.\n\nThanks to our generous sponsors\, the field trip will have no costs to schools and is free of charge to students and teachers.\n\nAdmission: Free\nTime: Gates open at 8:30 A.M. and close at 3:00 P. M. Presentations begin at 9 A. M. There is no minimum or maximum time requirement. Most schools spend five hours at the site.\nWhen: Friday morning prior to the annual Battle of Aiken reenactment.\nFood: Students are welcome to bring box lunches. Food and soft drinks are available for purchase at our concessions.\nWhat to Bring: Warm clothing\, umbrella\, jacket\, cap\, comfortable walking shoes\, and a camera.\nSouvenirs: Some historical-based souvenirs and books will be available for purchase. \n 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/battle-of-aiken-3/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Not Hosted by Cola City
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240223T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240223T120000
DTSTAMP:20260411T205922
CREATED:20240214T192622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T192622Z
UID:30120-1708684200-1708689600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Among Us at the Museum
DESCRIPTION:Among Us at the Museum\nby Liz Cordova @ SC State Museum\nFriday\, Feb 23rd @10:30 am\nAges 10+ — FREE\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City Event \nCome join us for ROUND 3 of Among Us at the museum. We had such a great time last time that we are going to do it again. Hosi has it all ready to go. We are really hoping that more kids will be able to join us this go round. It is open to 10 and up. The biggest thing is they will need a phone that can text because that is how they will be communicating during the game.\n–For those who are not familiar with how we play Among Us think of it as a scavenger hunt while playing tag. We will give them an envelope with their “tasks” and the one who is it will have something else.\n–The tasks will be clues that they have to figure out what and where it is.in the museum. We do stay within a certain area.\n–The museum is free as long as you bring proof of Homeschooling. (like a card or letter)\n–Little siblings can tag along but won’t be able to play. We are really wanting to be able to let the 10 and ups have the ability to hurry and get things done before the “tagger” wins.\nHosi is super excited to be able to host ROUND 3!\nI will be pinning a head count at the top of the page so please let me know how many will be joining there.\nWe look forward to seeing everyone there! \nRemember: You get into the State Museum for FREE with your association’s membership card. \nThe SC State Museum is located at 301 Gervais St in Columbia\, SC. \nPlease RSVP HERE so the organizers have a head count for this event!
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/among-us-at-the-museum/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Teen
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240223T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240223T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T205922
CREATED:20240219T172333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T172333Z
UID:30133-1708689600-1708696800@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Homeschool Open Gym
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Open Gym\nby All Star Gymnastics & Cheer\nFriday\, Feb 23rd @12pm\nAges 4+ — $5-10\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nHomeschool Open Gym 12PM to 2PM!\nFebruary 23\nMarch 15 & 28\nApril 26\nAges 4 and older! No reservation or previous experience necessary. A time set aside for older friends to get their energy out and play with others! Message\, email\, or call with questions. Cost $10 first child\, $5 each additional child. No charge for adults.\nFun for all ages! \nEvent link here. \nAll Star Gymnastics & Cheer is located at 4046 Fernandina Rd\, Columbia\, SC
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/homeschool-open-gym/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240229T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240229T170000
DTSTAMP:20260411T205922
CREATED:20240110T192758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T192758Z
UID:30003-1709193600-1709226000@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:FREE Leap Day Time Capsule
DESCRIPTION:Leap Day Time Capsule Printables\nby Ms Duffys Dream on TPT\nThursday\, Feb 29th\nAll Ages — FREE\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City Event. \nEnjoy this freebie Time Capsule activity.  Celebrate Leap Day by having students write letters to themselves to save until the next leap year. Additional math skip-counting sheet for early finishers. \nBonus: Leap Day is a great time to learn about frogs! Here’s an instructional on how to make leaping origami frogs! From Easy Peasy and Fun.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/free-leap-day-time-capsule/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240301T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240301T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T205922
CREATED:20231221T011253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231221T011253Z
UID:29991-1709294400-1709301600@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-5/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240302T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240302T160000
DTSTAMP:20260411T205922
CREATED:20240219T174230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T174230Z
UID:30142-1709373600-1709395200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Columbia Comic & Toys Expo
DESCRIPTION:Columbia Comic & Toy Expo\nby Big Little Comic Shows\nSaturday\, March 2nd @ 10am\nKids under 10 FREE\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nVintage Comics\, Toys\, Funko Pops!\, Sports Cards\, Pokemon Cards and so much more!\n  \n\nWe’re back Saturday March 2nd\, bigger and better! Located at the Jamil Temple.  \n\n\nWith over 100+ vendors in the room to shop with\, this year we have added a whole new card room to the show! Entry will be at the front door instead of the back as usual. This gives us better cover from rain as well as quicker access to both the card room and the main event hall! \n$5 admission\, kids 10 and under get in free!  Find out more HERE.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/columbia-comic-toys-expo/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Not Hosted by Cola City
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240305T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240305T133000
DTSTAMP:20260411T205922
CREATED:20240215T152912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240225T190642Z
UID:28247-1709636400-1709645400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Let's Go Fly a Kite Day
DESCRIPTION:Kite Day\nBy SE Academic Co-op\nTuesday\, March 5 @11 am\nAll ages — FREE\nLet’s go fly a kite! SE Academic Co-op is hosting a Kite Day. Bring your lunch and whatever flying toy or game you want to play with.\nLocation is Owens Field Skate Park 1351 Jim Hamilton Blvd\, Columbia \nContact: Angela Hardy by text 803-743-8802\nFind out more about SE Academic Co-op Click HERE \nCheck out the National Wind Energy Art Contest due March 22 HERE \nPre-register for this Cola City event so we can keep an eye out for you:\n\n 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/lets-go-fly-a-kite-day/
CATEGORIES:Cola City Classes,Events,Let Grow Club
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240306T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240306T120000
DTSTAMP:20260411T205922
CREATED:20240113T210054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240113T210054Z
UID:30027-1709719200-1709726400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Rev War Center: Revolutionary Medicine & Disease
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Day: Revolutionary Medicine & Disease\nby Revolutionary War Center\nWednesday\, March 6th @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. \nMarch: Revolutionary Medicine & Diseases \nStep into the surgery\, diagnose and treat patients from a battle or even sick prisoners of war during the American Revolution in South Carolina. Will a limb need to be amputated? What is the treatment for a fever and rash all over the body? Come be a physician’s apprentice for a day and learn all about 18th century medical practices and how far medicine has come since the American Revolution. \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-revolutionary-medicine-disease/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240306T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240306T180000
DTSTAMP:20260411T205922
CREATED:20240219T170821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T170821Z
UID:30130-1709740800-1709748000@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Outdoor Ed Spaces: Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Outdoor Environmental Education Workshop\nby Shroud Water Research Center\nWednesday\, March 6th @ 4pm\nVirtual — Parents/Teachers\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nOutdoor learning spaces benefit water quality and wildlife habitat and provide meaningful outdoor learning opportunities for teachers and their K–12 students. \nIn this workshop\, participants will hear directly from elementary through high school educators who have created outdoor learning spaces at their schools\, and from Stroud Center education staff. They will discuss the process of creating outdoor learning spaces\, from design and building to lesson implementation. \nPresenters will also share tips on how to get started\, how to find funding\, what design tools to use\, and how to successfully communicate with key staff in the district. \nResources and a recording of the webinar will be shared after the workshop with all registrants. \n\nWhen: Wednesday\, March 6\, 2024\, 4–6 p.m. EST.\nWhere: Online via Zoom. The connection link will be emailed prior to the event\, and a recording of the webinar will be sent to participants.\nAudience: This online session is open to all audiences\, but it is especially supportive to homeschool providers\, classroom teachers\, and nonformal environmental educators. Two hours of Act 48 are available for Pennsylvania Certified Teachers. A certificate of participation will be provided upon request.\nCost: $10. Submit the registration form and then make the payment.\nDeadline to register: 5 p.m. EST on March 5.\nQuestions? Find the event page Here or Email tmuenz@stroudcenter.org
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/outdoor-ed-spaces-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240307T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240307T200000
DTSTAMP:20260411T205922
CREATED:20240304T153047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240304T153121Z
UID:30174-1709805600-1709841600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:First Thursday @CMA
DESCRIPTION:Free First Thursday\nat the Columbia Museum of Art\nThursday March 7\, 10 am-8pm\nall ages\nNote: This event is not hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers\, please contact the museum for more information \nEnjoy free admission and extended hours. Take a guided tour of two featured exhibitions\, Darrel Ellis: Regeneration and Interior Lives: Modern American Spaces 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. Free admission courtesy of Dominion Energy. Generous support provided by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program. \nHomeschoolers interested to meet-up–at 1 pm in the lobby. Let’s explore together! Contact Kim at 803-307-4880 or colacityinfo@gmail.com so we know to keep an eye out for you. 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/first-thurs-cma/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240314T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240314T170000
DTSTAMP:20260411T205922
CREATED:20240113T204427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240113T204427Z
UID:30021-1710403200-1710435600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Pi Day FREE Printables
DESCRIPTION:Pi Day Activities\nby Elementary Inquiry on TPT\nThursday\, March 14th\nFREE — 5th-8th\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nA list of 10 different Pi Day activities that you can do at the last minute with no prior planning and minimal materials. A word search and Pi digits poster are included! Some ideas can be completed in just a few minutes\, while others could fill an entire lesson! Choose just one activity if you can’t set aside much time to celebrate\, or do them all for loads of Pi Day fun! \nThis download is one pdf file that includes: \n★A list of 10 activity ideas to celebrate Pi Day \n★A word search and answer key \n★A Pi Digits Poster listing the first 1\,000 digits of Pi
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/pi-day-free-printables/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240314T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240316T180000
DTSTAMP:20260411T205922
CREATED:20230831T203736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T203809Z
UID:29647-1710437400-1710612000@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Great Homeschool Convention 2024
DESCRIPTION:Great Homeschool Convention\nGreenville\, SC 2024\nMarch 14-16\nParent/Educators/Families\nNote: This is *not* a Cola City event. Contact Great Homeschool Convention for more information and registration \nThe Great Homeschool Convention is a happens in 5 locations across the nation. The Southeast Location is Greenville\, SC. Other stops include: Texas\, Ohio\, California and Missouri. \nNationally reknown speakers and workshop presenters will be there. Workshop tracks emphasize Homeschool 101\, Parenting\, Classical Education\, Charlotte Mason\, High School and Special Needs. Plus\, there’s Kids’ and Teens’ tracks and events. \nVendor hall has lots of great resources. Shopping only passes are available. FREE admission to the vendor hall on Thursday\, only.\nSign up to volunteer for a 4-hour shift and get free admission to the conference.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/great-homeschool-convention-2024/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240314T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240314T190000
DTSTAMP:20260411T205922
CREATED:20240308T232857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T232857Z
UID:30189-1710439200-1710442800@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Homeschool Hub: March
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Hub\nby Chapin Branch Library\nThursday\, March 14 @6pm\nFREE — all ages\nNOTE: This is NOT a Cola City Event\, but we are helping the library get a count of the attendees\, so please scroll down to RSVP. \nHomeschool Hub is a monthly meet-up at Chapin Branch Library\, with topics and activities specifically geared for homeschool families. It’s a great opportunity to hang out and socialize with other local homeschoolers–and connect with common interests. The goal is to spark a sense of community and belonging. \nChapin Branch Library is located at 129 NW Columbia Ave\, Chapin\, SC \nThis workshop\, on Thursday\, March 14 at 6pm is fun for all ages to learn from a local master gardener about getting kids involved in gardening. Learn some basics to help you get inspired and started! \nContact Chapin Librarian\, Josie Seacrest with any questions: 803.345.5479 or JSeacrist@lex.lib.sc.us Also\, contact the branch if an individual with a disability needs reasonable accommodations or support. \nRSVP so the library can prepare supplies for participants. You will get an automated email reminder too: \n \n 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/homeschool-hub-march/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Events,FREE,Let Grow Club
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240315T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240315T120000
DTSTAMP:20260411T205922
CREATED:20240311T161124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T161203Z
UID:30230-1710496800-1710504000@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Horses to Helicopters at Relic Room
DESCRIPTION:Horses to Helicopters: Changing Equipment\, Permanent Principles\nby SC Confederate Relic Room\nFriday\, March 15th @10am\nFREE — All Ages\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nThe crossed sabers of the cavalry are an enduring symbol\, but tactics have radically changed since the days of thundering hoofbeats – or have they? \nThe SCCRRMM’s “Homeschool Fridays” are a FREE 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. \nAdmission to the museum is free with your homeschool association ID. \nWebsite and event info here.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/horses-to-helicopters-at-relic-room/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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