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SUMMARY:Rev War Center: Archaeology & Forensics 101
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Days: Archaeology & Forensics 101\nby Revolutionary War Center\nWednesday\, May 1st @ 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. \nMay: Archaeology & Forensics 101 \nUsing the example of Camden Burials (Battle of Camden archaeological dig)\, among others\, scholars will be taught the difference between what an archaeologist does\, a forensic anthropologist does\, and a historian does in their jobs\, and a broad overview about the process of an archaeological dig and what forensic analysis entails. \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-archaeology-forensics-101/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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SUMMARY:FREE First Thursday at Museum of Art
DESCRIPTION:Free First Thursday\nby Columbia Museum of Art\nThursday\, May 2nd @10am\nFREE — All Ages\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. But\, Let Grow Play Club is going to meet-up at 1 pm to explore together. \nEnjoy free admission courtesy of Dominion Energy and extended hours. 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-at-museum-of-art/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240502T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240502T150000
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SUMMARY:Let Grow Club: Art Museum
DESCRIPTION:Art Museum\nby Cola City Homeschoolers\nThursday\, May 2 at 1 pm\nFREE — All ages\nThis 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. \nThis 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. \nLet Grow Play Club Thursdays 1-3pm–thru May\nThis Week’s Location: Columbia Museum of Art is located at 1515 Main Street\, Columbia\, SC 29201 \nAdmission is FREE\, but you will need to pay metered parking along the street. Look for Kim to greet you near the front desk or the children’s play room area. We will go over the Play Club Pledge (and the museum rules/policies). \nWe’ll explore the various galleries with a scavenger hunt list to spark independant conversations. There’s also this link to follow a self-guided tour to find specific pieces–and learn more about them: https://www.columbiamuseum.org/interior-lives-multimedia-tour  \nWe hope to see this grow and expand to more projects and activities to develop interpersonal connections as well as personal agency. \nFor more information about the “Let Grow” initiative\, Click HERE\nContact Kim with any questions or to brainstorm ideas: colacityinfo@gmail.com \nCall or Text if you’re lost along the way: 803-307-4880 \nSign up here so we can keep an eye out for you and send you meet-up reminders:
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/let-grow-club-art-museum/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Let Grow Club,Teen
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240502T183000
DTSTAMP:20260413T110548
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T032238Z
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SUMMARY:Painting for Beginners: Flower
DESCRIPTION:Painting for Beginners: Flower\nby Richland Library St Andrews\nThursday\, May 2nd @5pm\nTeens — FREE\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nMake and Create: Flower Painting for Beginners class \n\nAll supplies are provided and no prior experience necessary. Bring your creativity and dress for a mess. Limited space\, registration required. \n\n\n\n\nRegister HERE.\nRichland Library St Andrews is located at 2916 Broad River Road\, Columbia\, SC 29210
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/painting-for-beginners-flower/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240503T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240503T140000
DTSTAMP:20260413T110548
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T085028Z
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Game Day Meet-up
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Day\nby Firefly Toys & Games\nFirst Friday of the Month\nAll Ages — Free\nNote: This is not a Cola City Event. We are meeting up there–so keep an eye out for other Cola City connections! \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/homeschool-game-day-meet-up/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Let Grow Club
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240504T170000
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SUMMARY:Star Wars Day DIY Activity
DESCRIPTION:DIY Lightsaber – Star Wars Day\nby SC Military Museum on TPT\nSaturday\, May 4th\nAll Ages – FREE instructions\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nHere’s a bit of silly fun to celebrate May 4th\, informally known as Star Wars Day! This FREE link provides instructions to make your very own light saber to celebrate!  Using only a few items from the dollar store\, you too can be a Jedi.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/star-wars-day-diy-activity/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Virtual
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240504T160000
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SUMMARY:The Oz Escape: An Interactive Columbia Experience
DESCRIPTION:The Oz Escape\nby Questo\nSaturday\, May 4th @10am\nAll Ages — $40\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nThe magical world of Oz arrives to the streets of your city in the form of an outdoor escape room-style experience.\nYou will use your phone to follow hidden clues\, solve witty puzzles and complete fun challenges as you walk around the city.\nFollow the story of the iconic team of misfits trying to escape from Oz before the witch has her way! The event is entirely based on the original The Wonderful Wizard of Oz novel by L. Frank Baum.\nYou can play at your own pace or against the clock to compete with friends or hundreds of other teams parading their fantastic costumes (wearing costumes is optional at the event). \n\n\n—   TICKET\none team ticket admits 2-6 adults and kids go for free \n—   TIME\nstart anytime between 10 AM – 4 PM\, the experience lasts approx. 90 minutes \n—   LOCATION: \noutdoors\, location to be sent via email before the event \n—   GAME\nthroughout the event\, you will be guided solely by our immersive mobile app \n—   COSTUME CONTEST: optional\, for people who wear them \n—   AGE: recommended for ages 8+ \n—   PET FRIENDLY: yes! \nRegister HERE!!
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/the-oz-escape-an-interactive-columbia-experience/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240507T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240507T120000
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SUMMARY:HERO Open House
DESCRIPTION:HERO Homeschool Group Open House\, May 7th\, 10am-12pm\nLocated at 431 Mission Ct\, Irmo\, SC 29063\n\nDescription: If you are looking for an engaging\, welcoming homeschool community with exciting and diverse programs and class offerings\, then please come check us out during our Open House! We have classes for students from age 1 all the way through high school\, with classes covering art\, PE\, science\, social studies\, STEM\, music\, languages\, writing\, life skills\, wild and free\, mud kitchen\, high school classes for credit\, and more! We do field trips\, special events\, clubs\, meet-ups\, and generally just love hanging out together and supporting one another. We can’t wait to meet you!\nContact: heroofirmo@gmail.com\nhttp://www.herohomeschoolsc.org
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/hero-open-house/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240507T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240507T150000
DTSTAMP:20260413T110548
CREATED:20240402T173517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T173517Z
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SUMMARY:NAT Homeschool Series
DESCRIPTION:NAT Homeschool Series\nby Nature as Teacher Preserve\nTuesdays from 1-3pm\n$10/session — Ages 8-14\nNote: This series is NOT organized by Cola City Homeschoolers. Please register directly with Nature as Teacher \nThe 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! \n\n4.23 – Creek Critters\n4.30 – Field games\n5.7 – Maps & Compasses\n5.14 – Scavenger Hunt\n5.21 – Hike & Tree Id\n\nThe 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. \nOur 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 \nRegistration 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. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/nat-homeschool-series-3/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:Events,Not Hosted by Cola City,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240509T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240509T150000
DTSTAMP:20260413T110548
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SUMMARY:Play Club: Guinyard Park Meet-up
DESCRIPTION:Play Club: Guinyard Park Meet-up\nBy Cola City Homeschoolers/Let Grow Club\nThursday\, May 9 at 1 pm\nAll Ages — Free\nThis 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. \nThis 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. \nLet Grow Play Club Thursdays 1-3pm–thru May\nThis Week’s Location: Guinyard Park\, 964 Axtell Dr\, Cayce\, SC 29033\nThere’s a small playground suitable for younger kids. But\, a great place for older kids to explore the path or stream. Bring a towel in case you get wet. Nice and shady–for the anticipated hotter days ahead! \nBring nerf blasters to play in the wooded areas. Scooters and bikes for the path.\nNot sure if there’s restrooms available–might have to drive to nearby stores. \nWe hope to see this grow and expand to more projects and activities to develop interpersonal connections as well as personal agency. \nFor more information about the “Let Grow” initiative\, Click HERE\nContact Kim with any questions or to brainstorm ideas: colacityinfo@gmail.com  \nSign up here so we can keep an eye out for you and send you meet-up reminders:
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/play-club-guinyard-park-meet-up/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Cola City Classes,Let Grow Club
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240509T190000
DTSTAMP:20260413T110548
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Hub: May
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Hub: May\nby Chapin Library\nThursday\, May 9 @6 pm\nFREE — Parents/Educators\nNote: This event is NOT hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers. Please contact Chapin Library with questions (and to RSVP). Contact Josie Seacrist JSeacrist@lex.lib.sc.us \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 meet-up on Thursday\, May 9 at 6pm is curriculum/resources share & swap. Bring some of your favorite resources to showcase for others. Find inspiration and encouragement as you start planning your course of study for next year. \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.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/homeschool-hub-may/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240510T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240510T120000
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CREATED:20240403T034639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T034639Z
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Friday at Relic Room: Hanoi Hilton Heroes
DESCRIPTION:Hanoi Hilton Heroes\nby SC Military Museum Relic Room\nFriday\, May 10th @10am\nFREE — All Ages\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nSome of America’s greatest heroes of the Vietnam War showed their courage not in open battle\, but unarmed and in captivity.   We’ll learn some of their stories\, and their secret code. \nMore info here. \nSouth Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum\n301 Gervais St\, Columbia\, SC 29201
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/homeschool-friday-at-relic-room-hanoi-hilton-heroes/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240511T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240511T160000
DTSTAMP:20260413T110548
CREATED:20240427T154506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240427T154506Z
UID:30399-1715414400-1715443200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:HERO Homeschoolers: Yard Sale
DESCRIPTION:HERO Yard Sale\, May 11th\, 6am-4pm\nLocated at: 431 Mission Ct\, Irmo\, SC 29063\n\nDescription: Come to HERO HQ for a multi-family yard sale on May 11th from 6am-4pm! We will have school curriculum\, furniture\, clothes\, household items\, and more! The yard sale will be located indoors and outdoors by the bay area at our co-op location\, 431 Mission Ct in Irmo. All proceeds from this sale will go to HERO Homeschool Group!\n\nGot donations? Contact: heroofirmo@gmail.com\nhttps://www.homeschool-life.com/3691/events/events_view?private=1&public=&eventid=3550284
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/hero-homeschoolers-yard-sale/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240511T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240511T113000
DTSTAMP:20260413T110548
CREATED:20240504T165615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240504T165615Z
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SUMMARY:Parenting Teens: The Connection Between Technology & Anxiety
DESCRIPTION:Parenting Teens in a Smartphone World\nby Scholarship Gold\nSaturday\, May 11th @ 10am\nFREE — Parents\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nScholarship Gold is excited to sponsor this event\, bringing our favorite expert\, Dr. Scott Hammontree\, to share his insight into the unique challenges to teens’ mental health\, especially in connection with their smartphone & social media usage.\nHis engaging delivery and fact-based tips will equip you to help your teen protect and improve their mental health.  And he will provide solid tips to help parents protect their teen’s mental well-being as they navigate the steps towards adulthood.  Dr Hammontree is\, by far\, the expert we most trust and admire in this field and we are thrilled to bring his expertise to you. \nThere is no cost to attend but you do need to register. Save your spot today! \nRegister HERE for this virtual workshop.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/parenting-teens-the-connection-between-technology-anxiety/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240511T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240511T120000
DTSTAMP:20260413T110548
CREATED:20240508T163817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T163817Z
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SUMMARY:Crazy Quilting
DESCRIPTION:Crazy Quilting\nby Cayce Historical Museum\nSaturday\, May 11th @ 10am\nFREE — All Ages\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nJoin the Cayce Historical Museum for an educational craft based on the history of quilting.  Crazy Quilts became very popular in the late 1800s\, and continue to be a unique choice of quilters today. \nSpace is limited\, so please call Elizabeth at 803-739-7385 to reserve your spot!
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/crazy-quilting/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240513T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240513T170000
DTSTAMP:20260413T110548
CREATED:20240513T221429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T221429Z
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SUMMARY:Self Defense Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Self Defense Workshop\nby Akoma Cares\nSaturday\, June 20th @ 2pm\nAges 6-12 — $20\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nJoin us for a  120-minute self-defense workshop on July 20th\, tailored for children aged 6-12. This engaging session is designed to teach essential self-protection techniques\, focusing on practical skills\, mindset\, and safety awareness without the need for martial arts training. Your child will learn to navigate stressful situations with confidence and come away with the knowledge to stay safe. Reserve a spot for your child today and empower them to become a young defender! \nEmpowerment\, Awareness\, Safety – All in One Workshop! \nCamp is held: \nJul 20\, 2024\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nColumbia\, 7230 Middle St Columbia\, SC 29223 \nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/self-defense-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240514T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240514T150000
DTSTAMP:20260413T110548
CREATED:20240402T173648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T173648Z
UID:30326-1715691600-1715698800@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:NAT Homeschool Series
DESCRIPTION:NAT Homeschool Series\nby Nature as Teacher Preserve\nTuesdays from 1-3pm\n$10/session — Ages 8-14\nNote: This series is NOT organized by Cola City Homeschoolers. Please register directly with Nature as Teacher \nThe 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! \n\n4.23 – Creek Critters\n4.30 – Field games\n5.7 – Maps & Compasses\n5.14 – Scavenger Hunt\n5.21 – Hike & Tree Id\n\nThe 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. \nOur 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 \nRegistration 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. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/nat-homeschool-series-4/
CATEGORIES:Events,Not Hosted by Cola City,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240516T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240516T170000
DTSTAMP:20260413T110548
CREATED:20240118T032628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T032628Z
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SUMMARY:SAT Test Registration Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Digital SAT Test Registration Deadline\nBy Collegeboard.org\nThursday\, May 16th\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- May 16\, 2024 \nDeadline for changes/regular cancellation/late registration- May 21\, 2024 \nSAT Test Date- June 1\, 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-3/
CATEGORIES:Not Hosted by Cola City,Teen,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240516T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240516T150000
DTSTAMP:20260413T110548
CREATED:20240427T160326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T002943Z
UID:30406-1715864400-1715871600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Let Grow Play Club: Splash Blast
DESCRIPTION:Let Grow Club: Splash Blast\nby Cola City Homeschoolers\nThursday\, May 16 at 1 pm\n$2 — All ages\nThis activity *IS* hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers\, please scroll down to sign up\, so we can estimate the number of participants. $2 optional donation to help cover overhead costs of supplies. \nThis 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. \nLet Grow Play Club Thursdays 1-3pm–thru May\nThis Week’s Location: Grandby Gardens Park\,  1800 12th St\, Cayce\, SC 29033. (note: GPS sometimes pulls up Grandby Park downtown instead. Try also Cayce Town Hall at 1800 12th Street\, Cayce). \nWe hope to see this grow and expand to more projects and activities to develop interpersonal connections as well as personal agency. Game stations for Water Wars\, Relay Games and Water Wiffle Ball.\nSpecial Guest appearance: The chicken costume \nBring your own squirt guns and blasters\, lawn chairs\, drinking water\, and sunscreen. Shoes and face shields/goggles are recommended. Bring a towel to dry off. \nBathrooms are located in Town Hall–behind the park.\nBook donations for the Little Free Library on-site at the park are also welcome. \nFor more information about the “Let Grow” initiative\, Click HERE\nContact Kim with any questions or to brainstorm ideas: colacityinfo@gmail.com  \nCall or text if you are lost along the way: 803-307-4880 \nSign up here so we can keep get an estimate of attendees and send you meet-up reminders:
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/let-grow-play-club-splash-blast/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Interest Club,Let Grow Club
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240516T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240516T180000
DTSTAMP:20260413T110548
CREATED:20240507T151526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T151526Z
UID:30449-1715878800-1715882400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:DAYLO Reads Interest Meeting
DESCRIPTION:DAYLO Reads Interest Meeting\nby Cola City Homeschoolers & DAYLO\nThursday\, May 16 at 5pm\nFREE — Teens/Parents\nNote: 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. \nDAYLO 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. \nThe 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 \nIf 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. \nMore details and interest form: DAYLO Reads Club\nContact Kim at colacityinfo@gmail.com with any questions
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/daylo-reads-interest-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240517T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240517T160000
DTSTAMP:20260413T110548
CREATED:20240516T180642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240516T180642Z
UID:30547-1715950800-1715961600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Three Fountains Homeschool Skate
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Skate\nby Three Fountains Recreation\nFriday\, May 17th @1pm\nAll Ages — $5\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nHomeschool 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* \n*Regular skate rental included!* \nThree Fountains Recreation is located at 2724 Emanuel Church Rd\, West Columbia\, SC \nMore info HERE!
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/three-fountains-homeschool-skate/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Not Hosted by Cola City
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240517T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240517T170000
DTSTAMP:20260413T110548
CREATED:20240502T125450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T125450Z
UID:30431-1715965200-1715965200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Shoe Collection Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Shoe Collection Deadline\nby Cola City Homeschoolers\nFriday\, May 17 at 5 pm\nAll ages — Free\nIn 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. \n \nBe 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
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/shoe-collection-deadline/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Green Steps
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240517T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240517T230000
DTSTAMP:20260413T110548
CREATED:20240223T013908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T013908Z
UID:30154-1715972400-1715986800@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Christian Homeschool Prom
DESCRIPTION:Christian Homeschool Prom\nby GB’s Homeschool\nFriday\, May 17th @7pm\nHigh School — $35\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nG 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! \nGet your tickets HERE.  This Prom will be held at 6621 Beatties Ford Road Charlotte\, NC.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/christian-homeschool-prom/
CATEGORIES:Not Hosted by Cola City,Teen
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240520T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240524T130000
DTSTAMP:20260413T110548
CREATED:20240513T213942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T224750Z
UID:30463-1716199200-1716555600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Akoma Cares Soccer Camp
DESCRIPTION:Akoma Cares Soccer Camp\nby Akoma Cares\nMonday\, May 20th -May 24th @ 10 am\nAges 7-12 — $85-100\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nDive 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. \nFor 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. \nCamp is held: \nMay 20\, 2024\, 10:00 AM – May 24\, 2024\, 1:00 PM \nColumbia\, 1351 Jim Hamilton Blvd\, Columbia\, SC 29205\, USA \nRegister HERE \n 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/akoma-cares-soccer-camp/
CATEGORIES:Not Hosted by Cola City
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240521T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240521T150000
DTSTAMP:20260413T110548
CREATED:20240402T173837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T173837Z
UID:30328-1716296400-1716303600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:NAT Homeschool Series
DESCRIPTION:NAT Homeschool Series\nby Nature as Teacher Preserve\nTuesdays from 1-3pm\n$10/session — Ages 8-14\nNote: This series is NOT organized by Cola City Homeschoolers. Please register directly with Nature as Teacher \nThe 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! \n\n4.23 – Creek Critters\n4.30 – Field games\n5.7 – Maps & Compasses\n5.14 – Scavenger Hunt\n5.21 – Hike & Tree Id\n\nThe 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. \nOur 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 \nRegistration 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. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/nat-homeschool-series-5/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:Events,Not Hosted by Cola City,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240523T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240523T150000
DTSTAMP:20260413T110548
CREATED:20240521T143636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T152837Z
UID:30593-1716469200-1716476400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Let Grow Club: Tie-Dye at the Park
DESCRIPTION:Tie-Dye at Seven Oaks Park\nby Cola City Homeschoolers\nThursday\, May 23 at 1 pm\nFREE — All ages\nThis 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. \nThis 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. \nWe hope to see this grow and expand to more projects and activities thru the summer to develop interpersonal connections as well as personal agency. \nLet Grow Play Club Thursdays 1-3pm–thru May\nThis 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.\nThere’s a playground and a picnic shelters. Nice and shady–for the anticipated hotter days ahead! \nLet 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. \nAlso bring\, Scooters and bikes for the path. Yard games\, balls/frisbies\, bubbles\, nerf blasters\, sidewalk chalk.  \nFor more information about the “Let Grow” initiative\, Click HERE\nContact Kim with any questions or to brainstorm ideas: colacityinfo@gmail.com  \nSign up here so we can keep an eye out for you and send you meet-up reminders:
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/let-grow-club-tie-die-at-the-park/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Events,FREE,Let Grow Club,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240525T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240525T120000
DTSTAMP:20260413T110548
CREATED:20240504T170943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240504T170943Z
UID:30438-1716627600-1716638400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Community Litter Pick-up
DESCRIPTION:Community Litter Pick-up\nby Keep Midlands Beautiful\nSaturday\, May 25th @ 9am\nFREE — Teens/Parents\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nThis 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. \nKeep 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. \nThis is a great volunteer opportunity for teens\, parents\, and kids of appropriate age.  REGISTER HERE.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/community-litter-pick-up/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240525T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240525T133000
DTSTAMP:20260413T110548
CREATED:20240522T134703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T134703Z
UID:30604-1716638400-1716643800@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:End of School Year Blast
DESCRIPTION:End of School Year Blast\nby Richland Library Southeast\nSaturday\, May 25th @ 12pm\nFREE — All Ages\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nYOU 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! \nFor 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. \nMore information about the library and this event found HERE.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/end-of-school-year-blast/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240530T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240530T150000
DTSTAMP:20260413T110548
CREATED:20240521T160739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T195544Z
UID:30597-1717074000-1717081200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Let Grow Club: Springdale Splashpad
DESCRIPTION:Springdale Park Splashpad\nby Cola City Homeschoolers\nThursday\, May 30 at 1 pm\nFREE — All ages\nThis 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. \nThis 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. \nWe hope to see this grow and expand to more projects and activities thru the summer to develop interpersonal connections as well as personal agency. \nLet Grow Play Club Thursdays 1-3pm–thru May\nThis Week’s Location:  Fenton C. Benton/Springdale Park at 2915 Platt Springs Rd\, West Columbia\, SC 29170\nThere’s a playground\, splash pad and a picnic shelters. Nice and shady–for the anticipated hotter days ahead! \nAlso bring Yard games\, balls/frisbies\, bubbles\, nerf blasters\, sidewalk chalk\, table games/activities. Towel to dry off if you get wet.  \nFor more information about the “Let Grow” initiative\, Click HERE\nContact Kim with any questions or to brainstorm ideas: colacityinfo@gmail.com  \nSign up here so we can keep an eye out for you and send you meet-up reminders:
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/let-grow-club-springdale-splashpad/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Events,FREE,Let Grow Club,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240601T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240601T120000
DTSTAMP:20260413T110548
CREATED:20240527T230806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T230806Z
UID:30693-1717236000-1717243200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Civil War: Battle of Congaree Creek Tour
DESCRIPTION:Civil War: Battle of Congaree Creek Tour\nby 12\,000 Year Park\nSaturday\, June 1st @10am\nAll Ages — FREE\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nThe 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. \nGuided 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. \nCurrently\, 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. \nMore info found HERE \n 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/civil-war-battle-of-congaree-creek-tour/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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