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SUMMARY:STEAM Studio
DESCRIPTION:STEAM Studio\nBy Richland Library: Blythewood\nMonday\, April 8 at 1 pm\nFREE — ages 6-12\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City Event. Contact Richland Library: Blythewood Branch for more information and registration \n\nJoin us for inventing\, building\, and creating\, using Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, Art\, and Math! \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE: Space is limited\n \n\nBlythewood Meeting Room. 218 McNulty St. Blythewood\, SC 29016\n803.691.9806
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/steam-studio/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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SUMMARY:Partial Eclipse Viewing
DESCRIPTION:Partial Eclipse Viewing\nBy Richland Library: St. Andrews\nMonday\, April 8 from 2-4pm\nFree — All Ages/Families\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. Contact Richland Library; St Andrews Branch for more information. \nCome and safely watch the partial solar eclipse on April 8th. We will use a telescope\, solar binoculars\, glasses\, and online streaming to view the event. Event is subject to cancellation due to weather. \nPlease note: In case of inclement weather\, this program will be canceled.\nOpen to the public\, you do not need to be a county resident to participate.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/partial-eclipse-viewing/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240408T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240408T153000
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SUMMARY:Solar Eclipse
DESCRIPTION:Partial Solar Eclipse\nby DuPont Planetarium\nMonday\, April 8th @ 3pm\nFREE — All Ages\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nOn April 8\, 2024\, people in the CSRA will have the opportunity to witness a partial solar eclipse. Join the DuPont Planetarium\, Ruth Patrick Science Education Center\, University of South Carolina Aiken\, and the Astronomy Club of Augusta for this rare event. We will have various options for safe viewing of the eclipse on the lawn of the Ruth Patrick Science Education entrance. \nPlan to come a bit early to find your best viewing spot. The DuPont Planetarium is located at 471 University Parkway in Aiken\, SC 29801.  You can find more info at their website here. \n 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/solar-eclipse/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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SUMMARY:Literary Share Fair
DESCRIPTION:Literary Share Fair\nwith Southeast Columbia Co-op\nTuesday\, April 9 at 10am\nFree — All Ages\nNote: This event is hosted by Southeast Columbia Homeschool Co-op.  To RSVP as a presenter or just to attendee/learn\, contact Kimberly Kelley: thinkingkids@gmail.com \nCo-op location is Temple Baptist Church\, 806 Universal Drive Columbia. Oral presentations on book studies and literary elements. \n\nHere’s an idea: Shakespeare! Your student can:\n*tell us about one or more of his plays or poems\n*present a short scene from a play\n*read or recite a poem\n*dress as Shakespeare and tell us what his life was really like\n*research and report on the controversy of “who was the REAL Shakespeare”\n*tell us about some of the hundreds of words and phrases coined by the Bard himself!\n\n\nShakespeare was born in April\, let’s celebrate!\n\n\n\nProjects can be something you completed previously or something you prepare especially for this purpose. Siblings can present together…or prepare individual presentations of their own. Either way is fine. We recommend projects that are hands-on\, interactive demonstrations or have samples\, hand-outs\, give-aways. \nTables are provided\, but you can bring your own table for your display. Set up from (10 am-10:20 am). Presentation shifts will begin at 10:30 am \nPresentation format: The presenters get to tell about their project several times\, not just a one-time show-n-tell as participants meander and mingle. It’s also very relaxed style of presenting one-on-one\, rather than the formal “speech”. \nOpen to all homeschoolers\, all ages!  \nTo RSVP as a presenter or just to attendee/learn\, contact Kimberly Kelley: thinkingkids@gmail.com
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/literary-share-fair/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240410T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240410T190000
DTSTAMP:20260412T063138
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SUMMARY:Greek Myths in Ancient Art
DESCRIPTION:Greek Myths in Ancient Art\nBy Richland Library: Cooper\nWednesday\, April 10 at 6 pm\nFREE — Teens (ages 12-18)\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. Please contact Richland Library: Cooper Branch for more information.  \nThe ancient Greeks had powerful stories about their heroes and gods that we are still telling today. We call these stories myths\, but to the Greeks they were real\, and greatly influenced every aspect of their culture and art. Come hear local expert Charles F. Smith tell the stories of some of the most beloved myths and see how they used their art in paintings\, sculptures\, and especially coinage\, to illustrate these myths. \n\nRichland Library Cooper 5317 North Trenholm Rd.\, Columbia\, SC 29206\n803.787.3462
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/greek-myths-in-ancient-art/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240411T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240411T113000
DTSTAMP:20260412T063138
CREATED:20231202T212843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231202T212843Z
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SUMMARY:SC Military Museum STEM: Bristle Bots
DESCRIPTION:STEM Series: Bristle Bots\nby SC Military Museum\nThursday\, April 11th @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-bristle-bots/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240412
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240413
DTSTAMP:20260412T063138
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SUMMARY:Conservation Poster Contest Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Conservation Poster Deadline\nby Richland Soil & Water Conservation\nFriday\, April 12\nFree — K-12/Richland Students\nNote: Cola City participants may enter this contest as part of our Green Steps initiatives. Contact colacityinfo@gmail.com to submit your entry under our group. It is a public event\, if you prefer to enter individually\, contact Richland County Conservation District for more details \nTheme 2024: May the Forest Be With You Always\nForests are amazing ecosystems that are home to many plants and animals. Forests purify the air we breathe\, filter the water we drink\, prevent erosion\, reduce flooding\, and serve as buffers against climate change. Forests also produce a variety of products used by people\, including lumber\, paper\, food\, and medicine. \nWe invite Richland County K-12 students to create a poster illustrating why forests are important\, and how we can protect and conserve forests so they will be with us always. \nEligibility\nRichland County students in grades K-12 should submit their posters to the Richland Soil and Water Conservation District for local judging by Friday\, April 12\, 2024. Students in other counties in SC should contact their local conservation district for entry deadlines and details. \nRules\n\nPosters MUST be 14”x 22”. We can provide up to 24 sheets of 14”x22” poster paper per school; contact Chanda Cooper at cooper.chanda@richlandcountysc.gov to request supplies.\nAny media may be used to create a flat or two-dimensional effect\, including paint\, marker\, ink\, crayon\, charcoal\, colored pencil\, stickers\, collage\, wallpaper\, magazines\, photos\, digitally-designed graphics or flat objects found in nature.\nPosters should be packaged so they remain flat when sent for judging.\nAll posters must be created by an individual student rather than a team of students.\nThe 2024 contest topic (May the Forest Be With You Always) must be on the poster.\nAttach a signed entry form to the back of the poster. Student or school names must not appear on the front of the poster.\nEntry must be contestant’s original creation and may not be traced from photographs or other artists’ published works.\n\nEvaluation\nPosters will be evaluated by grade level according to the following criteria: \n\nConservation Message: poster illustrates why forests are important and/or how we can conserve forests.  (50%)\nVisual Effectiveness: poster attracts attention\, uses colors and white space effectively\, is easy to read\, is neat\, and makes good use of colors and shading. (30%)\nOriginality (10%)\nOverall Appeal (10%)\n\nSubmission\nPosters completed by Richland County students should be delivered to the Richland Soil and Water Conservation District by Friday\, April 12\, 2024. Posters may be dropped off in person or mailed to 2020 Hampton Street\, Room 3063A\, Columbia\, SC 29204. Posters should be packaged to remain flat when sent for judging. \nCompetition Progression and Awards\nRichland County winners will progress to the state competition in Fall 2024; state winners will progress to the national competition in Winter 2024. Cash prizes will be awarded at each level. \n\nCounty Competition: $25 prizes will be awarded to winning posters in each of five grade level categories. Cash prizes are sponsored by the Richland Soil and Water Conservation District.\nState Competition: $50 prizes will be awarded to winning posters in each of five grade level categories. Cash prizes are sponsored by the SC Association of Conservation Districts.\nNational Competition: First place prizes in each grade level category will receive $200; second place posters will receive $150; third place posters will receive $100. Cash prizes are sponsored by the National Association of Conservation Districts Auxiliary\, the Country Store at the NACD Annual Meeting\, and individual donors.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/conservation-poster-contest-deadline/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Deadline,Interest Club
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240412T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240412T130000
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SUMMARY:Teamwork Nature Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Teamwork Nature Challenge\nby Cola City Homeschoolers\nFriday\, April 12 from 10 am-1pm\n$10 — ages 8-14+\nNote: This event is organized especially by Cola City Homeschoolers. Please register directly with Nature as Teacher for our program \nThe Nature as Teacher Preserve (NAT) is excited to welcome Cola City Homeschoolers for a day full of fun and games that will help focus your teamwork skills like leadership\, communication and problem solving! This program is designed for ages 8-14. All students must attend with an adult. \nYour program will start at 10am and end at 1pm. Your group is invited to picnic at the preserve from 1-2pm. All learning supplies included\, please help your child to dress appropriately for the weather and pack a picnic lunch (if desired). 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.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/teamwork-nature-challenge/
LOCATION:In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240412T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240412T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T063138
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SUMMARY:Ask An Attorney
DESCRIPTION:Ask An Attorney\nby Richland Library\nFriday\, April 12th @1pm\nFREE — Parents\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event \nDuring the Ask An Attorney event you will have an opportunity to sit down\, one-on-one with a lawyer to ask for guidance and direction on any number of legal issues you are facing. Past attendees have had a chance to ask about guardianship\, criminal charges\, civil \nSessions may be limited to fifteen minutes\, and referrals will often be provided if necessary. \nRegistration is required for your free appointment to see an attorney. Please call the Social Work Department at 803-509-8371 or email socialworker@richlandlibrary.com to secure your reservation. \nDisclaimer: This will not establish a client-attorney relationship but can be used as a starting place in your research. The attorney will not owe you any services at the end of the session\, unless you elect to retain the attorney. \nRichland Library also provides access to Gale Legal Forms\, a free collection of South Carolina – specific forms that can be downloaded\, completed\, and printed. Forms are available on topics such as family law\, landlord/tenant matters\, and contracts. \nMore info HERE. The Richland Library is located at 1431 Assembly St.\, Columbia\, SC 29201
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/ask-an-attorney/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240413T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240413T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T063138
CREATED:20240219T175739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T175739Z
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SUMMARY:Living Science Museum
DESCRIPTION:Living Science Museum\nby Theta Tau @ USC\nSaturday\, April 13th @10am\nAll Ages — FREE\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nJoin Theta Tau\, the University of South Carolina’s only co-ed professional engineering fraternity\, on April 13th for a day of learning! \nEach semester we host a completely free philanthropy event centered around getting kids involved in STEM and exposed to different scientific ideas and principles. This spring\, our Living Science Museum is taking place from 10am – 3pm on April 13th in the Swearingen Engineering Center on campus. The event will feature three different themed rooms: a space room\, an ocean/environmental room\, and an inventor’s makerspace; along with additional demonstrations on the ground floor. \nThe Swearingen Engineering Center is located at 301 Main St\, Columbia\, SC. \nFind more details HERE.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/living-science-museum-2/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240417T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240417T180000
DTSTAMP:20260412T063138
CREATED:20240317T183623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240317T183623Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Makers: Blackout Poetry
DESCRIPTION:Teen Makers: Blackout Poetry\nby Richland Library Southeast\nWednesday\, April 17th @4pm\nFREE — Teens\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nErasure poetry is a form created by taking a pre-existing body of text and crossing out\, removing\, or editing specific words and/or phrases to create an entirely new body of work. Also called “blackout poetry”\, this process eases tension and allows writers to relax as they select the words of their next great poem. \nFind more info HERE. 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/teen-makers-blackout-poetry/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240418T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240418T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T063138
CREATED:20240412T223701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T230537Z
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SUMMARY:Play Club: Nature Hike
DESCRIPTION:Play Club: Nature Hike\nby Cola City/Let Grow Club\nThursday\, April 18 at 1 pm\nFREE — All Ages\nWe’re kicking off the Let Grow Play Club Spring Session! More details here.\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+). Younger siblings are welcome (with adult supervision) \nThis meet-up is at Peach Tree Rock Nature Preserve\, 883 Peachtree Rock Rd\, Lexington\, SC 29073. Parking is free\, but no restrooms are available. There is a short hike (less than a mile) from the parking area to the waterfall area. We’ll meet up at 1 in the parking area. \nThe path is marked so you can do it on your own if you come late. Note that it is not stroller accessible though. Wear comfortable walking/hiking shoes. Bring your own water\, snacks\, sunscreen. \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-nature-hike/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Let Grow Club,Teen
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240420
DTSTAMP:20260412T063138
CREATED:20231031T193649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231031T193649Z
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SUMMARY:SWU Campus Preview
DESCRIPTION:SWU Campus Preview\nby Southern Wesleyan University\nFriday\, April 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-3/
CATEGORIES:Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240419T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240419T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T063138
CREATED:20240118T032405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T032405Z
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SUMMARY:SAT Test Registration Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Digital SAT Test Registration Deadline\nBy Collegeboard.org\nFriday\, April 19th\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- April 19\, 2024 \nDeadline for changes/regular cancellation/late registration- April 23\, 2024 \nSAT Test Date- May 4\, 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-2/
CATEGORIES:Not Hosted by Cola City,Teen,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240419T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240419T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T063138
CREATED:20240402T172553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T172553Z
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SUMMARY:April Homeschool Skate
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Skate\nby Three Fountains Recreation\nFriday\, April 19 @1pm\nAll Ages — $5\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. Contact Three Fountains for more information/questions. \nCome hang out for skating and mini golf with fellow homeschoolers on Friday\, March 15th from 1-4pm.  Regular skate rental included\, bring your association card and your homeschool friends! \nMore info about Three Fountains Recreation here.  This facility is located at 2724 Emmanuel Church Road\, West Columbia\, SC. \nWe don’t have a Cola City greeter to facilitate introductions. The event is usually well attended and should be easy to mix/mingle.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/april-homeschool-skate/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Events,Not Hosted by Cola City,Teen
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240420
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240421
DTSTAMP:20260412T063138
CREATED:20231109T193911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231117T130600Z
UID:29844-1713571200-1713657599@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Kinetic Derby Day
DESCRIPTION:Kinetic Derby Day\nby iMAGINE STEAM\nSaturday\, April 20\nAll Ages — Free\nNote: This is a public event. Please contact event host for more information \nThe iMAGINE STEAM Festival at Kinetic Derby Day is a Celebration of Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, Arts & Mathematics and will be held on State Street in West Columbia on April 20\, 2024. We are focused on student preparedness and facilitate collaboration among industry partners\, academic institutions\, non-profit organizations\, and the community.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/kinetic-derby-day/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Events,Not Hosted by Cola City
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240420T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240420T123000
DTSTAMP:20260412T063138
CREATED:20240309T162619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240309T162619Z
UID:30202-1713610800-1713616200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Dia de los Libros
DESCRIPTION:Dia de los Libros\nBy Richland Library: Southeast\nSaturday\, April 20 at 11:30 am\nFREE — Families/All Ages\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. Contact Richland Library: Southeast Branch for more information \nJoin us for our annual celebration of El día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children’s Day/Book Day)\, commonly known as Día.  A morning celebrating the art of movement; with families\, literacy\, entertainment\, food\, arts-n-crafts\, face painting\, family games\, HENNA and more. We salute the Hungarian\, African\, Indian\, and Taiwanese cultures and traditions. See the beauty of Chile\, Ecuador and Panama. Enjoy the food of Spain. \nDía is a nationally recognized initiative that emphasizes the importance of literacy for all children from all backgrounds. It is a daily commitment to linking children and their families to diverse books\, languages and cultures. The common goals of all Día programming are to: \n\nCelebrate children and connect them to the world of learning through books\, stories and libraries.\nNurture cognitive and literacy development in ways that honor and embrace a child’s home language and culture.\nIntroduce families to community resources that provide opportunities for learning through multiple literacies.\nRecognize and respect culture\, heritage and language as powerful tools for strengthening families and communities (ala).
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/dia-de-los-libros/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240420T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240420T123000
DTSTAMP:20260412T063138
CREATED:20240317T183018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240317T183018Z
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SUMMARY:Dia de los Libros
DESCRIPTION:Dia: A celebration of Diversity\nby Richland Library Southeast\nSaturday\, April 20th @11:30am\nFREE — All Ages\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nJoin us for our annual celebration of El día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children’s Day/Book Day)\, commonly known as Día.  A morning celebrating the art of movement; with families\, literacy\, entertainment\, food\, arts-n-crafts\, face painting\, family games\, HENNA and more. We salute the Hungarian\, African\, Indian\, and Taiwanese cultures and traditions. See the beauty of Chile\, Ecuador and Panama. Enjoy the food of Spain. \nDía is a nationally recognized initiative that emphasizes the importance of literacy for all children from all backgrounds. It is a daily commitment to linking children and their families to diverse books\, languages and cultures. The common goals of all Día programming are to: \n\nCelebrate children and connect them to the world of learning through books\, stories and libraries.\nNurture cognitive and literacy development in ways that honor and embrace a child’s home language and culture.\nIntroduce families to community resources that provide opportunities for learning through multiple literacies.\nRecognize and respect culture\, heritage and language as powerful tools for strengthening families and communities (ala).\n\nMore info HERE.  Richland Library Southeast is located at 7421 Garners Ferry Road\, Columbia\, SC 29209 \n 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/dia-de-los-libros-2/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240420T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240420T163000
DTSTAMP:20260412T063138
CREATED:20240317T180759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240317T180759Z
UID:30274-1713621600-1713630600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Career Spotlight: Software Developer
DESCRIPTION:Career Spotlight: Software Developer\nby Richland Library Sandhills\nSaturday\, April 20th @2pm\nFREE — Teens\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nHave interest in Software Engineering? Learn the how to break into the field with our special guest\, Robert Lewis. \nSoftware engineers design and develop computer games\, business applications\, operating systems\, network control systems\, and middleware—to name just a few of the many career paths available. \nMore info HERE. Richland Library Sandhills is located at: 763 Fashion Drive\, Columbia\, SC 29229
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/career-spotlight-software-developer/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240420T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240420T220000
DTSTAMP:20260412T063138
CREATED:20240311T164418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T164418Z
UID:30235-1713637800-1713650400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:A Tale As Old As Time Homeschool Prom (by CSRA)
DESCRIPTION:A Tale As Old As Time Homeschool Prom\nby CSRA Home Education Association\nSaturday\, April 20th @6:30pm\nHigh School — $65\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nCSRAs 14th Annual Homeschool Prom “A Tale As Old As Time” \nCome and join us for a magical evening at Old Medical College\, Telfair Street\, Augusta\, GA\, USA! A Tale As Old As Time is an enchanting event that will transport you to a world of fairy tales and wonder. \nIndulge in delicious food and dance the night away. Whether you’re a fan of princesses\, or happily ever afters\, this event is a dream come true for all. \nJoin us at Old Medical College and let your imagination run wild. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable night of enchantment! \nTickets and location information HERE. 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/a-tale-as-old-as-time-homeschool-prom-by-csra/
CATEGORIES:Not Hosted by Cola City,Teen
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240422T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240422T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T063138
CREATED:20240113T212433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240113T212433Z
UID:30033-1713772800-1713805200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Earth Day Weather Station Activity
DESCRIPTION:Build a Weather Station – Earth Day\nby SC Military Museum on TPT\nMonday\, April 22nd\nAll Ages — Free Instructions\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nEarth’s weather is an important part of how our planet can sustain life. Here’s a way to add to your celebration of our love for our home by learning how scientists measure and predict the weather! \nThis free activity includes: building a thermometer\, barometer\, rain gauge and wind vane along with read alouds.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/earth-day-weather-station-activity/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240422T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240422T190000
DTSTAMP:20260412T063138
CREATED:20240402T183329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T183329Z
UID:30331-1713808800-1713812400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Homeschool Hub: Show & Tell
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Hub: Show & Tell\nby Chapin Library\nMonday\, April 22 @6 pm\nFREE — All Ages\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 Monday\, April 22 at 6pm is fun for all ages Show & Tell. Do a magic trick\, tell a joke\, read or recite a poem\, presentations and demonstrations of what you’ve learned this 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-show-tell/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240422T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240422T193000
DTSTAMP:20260412T063138
CREATED:20240317T174328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240317T174328Z
UID:30271-1713808800-1713814200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Open Lab: Audio
DESCRIPTION:Open Lab: Audio Edition\nby Richland Library St. Andrews\nMonday\, April 22nd @6pm\nFREE — Teens/Parents\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nThe makerspace is now open! Working on a new skill or working on your own project or stuck on what to do next? With assistance from our makerspace professionals\, you will have access to LogicPro X and Garage Band\, professional level recording software based on the Apple OS platform.  \nTeens and Adults ONLY \nMore info HERE. The Richland Library St Andrews is located at 2916 Broad River Road\, Columbia\, SC 29210
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/open-lab-audio-2/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Teen
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240423T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240423T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T063138
CREATED:20240402T173135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T173135Z
UID:30314-1713877200-1713884400@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/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:Events,Not Hosted by Cola City,Teen
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240425T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240425T113000
DTSTAMP:20260412T063138
CREATED:20231202T213336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231202T213336Z
UID:29927-1714041000-1714044600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:SC Military Museum STEM: Mechanical Claws
DESCRIPTION:STEM Series: Mechanical Claws\nby SC Military Museum\nThursday\, April 25th @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-mechanical-claws/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240425T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240425T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T063138
CREATED:20240416T153612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T153613Z
UID:30386-1714050000-1714057200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Let Grow Play Club: Park Meet-up
DESCRIPTION:Park Meet-Up\nby Cola City Homeschoolers\nThursday\, April 25 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: Owens Field 1351 Jim Hamilton Blvd\, Columbia\, SC 29205\nThere’s a great playground\, nearby restrooms. Also areas for bikes and skateboards\, plus ball field. Something for any age.  \nBRING: Kites\, bubbles\, nerf blasters\, bikes\, scooters\, skateboards. Sunscreen\, snacks/water bottles. Beach chairs. \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/let-grow-play-club-park-meet-up/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Let Grow Club,Teen
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240426T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240426T140000
DTSTAMP:20260412T063138
CREATED:20240414T231552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T231721Z
UID:30378-1714127400-1714140000@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Among Us Meet-up
DESCRIPTION:Among Us at the Museum\nby Liz Cordova @ SC State Museum\nFriday\, April 26 @10:30 am\nAges 10+ — FREE\nNote: This event is facilitated by a Cola City volunteer. Space is limited to 20 participants\, with the registration below (scroll down). \nIt’s time for the next round of Among Us Meet-up at the State Museum\, located at 301 Gervais St in Columbia\, SC. \nFriday\, April 26 from 10:30am till 2 (or later). Admission is free with your homeschool ID/certificate. Look for Liz to greet you by the Telescope in order to check in together as a group.  Additional adults must pay $5 admission. \nAmong Us is a scavenger hunt and game of tag. This is geared for ages 10 and up. Players must have a cell phone for communications during the game (though it’s ok to share with a parent and/or other player). \n\nBring snacks if you wish. There’s a cart that will be available to hold your lunch/snacks for our group.\nPlayers will get an task card and ID tag so you’ll be able to identify who else is playing as you cross paths in the musuem.\nYounger siblings/non-players may watch\, but please do not give clues or interfere with the game.\nAbide by the museum rules–and be courteous of others.\nCheck in with Liz/Hosi to get more task cards and at the end of the game\, return the Player ID tags.\n\nGame info to help you prepare\, so we save time getting started: \n*Among Us General Rules* – Follow the Museum Rules – No Teaming (You can help others but no teaming up) – Be Respectful of other players as well as other guests and staff – No shoving\, pushing\, tripping\, running\, or yelling – If you are tagged you have to respect that. The Imposter can and will tell the Game Master and you will be warned to play fair – Only the Game Master can call an Emergency Meeting. If you found a body or wish to call a meeting for any other reason tell the Game Master. \n*Imposter Rules* – Respect the general rules – Do not be aggressive – Do not tag somewhere your target cannot be found (Bathrooms and elevators are especially off limits for tagging) – Do not throw a fit if you’re found out (Losing is as much a part of the game as Winning is) – No chasing. – Be sneaky and don’t be sus \n*Ghost Rules* – When you are tagged and made a ghost\, sit where you were tagged and stay put until either you are found or a meeting is called – Do not tell others who tagged you or who was around you. \nIf you’re interested Cola City hosts other “Let Grow” initiatives to provide our students with opportunities intentionally designed to foster independence\, social development\, problem solving–for all ages. Check out more opportunities on the Calendar of Events \nContact colacityinfo@gmail.com with any questions or if you want help with an activity you’d like to organize/facilitate. \nThis event is full. Join the waitlist here:
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/among-us-meet-up/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:Field Trip,FREE,Interest Club,Let Grow Club,Teen
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240426T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240426T140000
DTSTAMP:20260412T063138
CREATED:20240219T172848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T172848Z
UID:30140-1714132800-1714140000@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Homeschool Open Gym
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Open Gym\nby All Star Gymnastics & Cheer\nFriday\, April 26th @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-4/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Not Hosted by Cola City
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240427T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240427T140000
DTSTAMP:20260412T063138
CREATED:20240317T170325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240317T170401Z
UID:30256-1714208400-1714226400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Muddy Kids SC
DESCRIPTION:Muddy Kids SC\nby Muddy Kids\nSaturday\, April 27th @9am\nAll Ages — $49\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nMUDDY KIDS is a 1.5-2.2-mile family obstacle mud run for kids ages 5-15 and their parents\, aunties\, uncles\, cousins… with obstacles\, mud and fun for the whole family.\nMUDDY KIDS is designed for families to come out and enjoy a muddy\, fun time together.\nParticipants of all ages are welcome to take on a variety of obstacles!\nGet ready to climb\, jump\, slide or crawl through fun obstacles.\nMUDDY KIDS is not just about getting dirty\, however.\nIt’s also about challenging yourself\, having fun\, and building teamwork skills with your family.\nGather your family and friends\, put on your mud-friendly clothing and shoes\, and get ready to take on the Muddy Kids Family Obstacle Mud Run.\nEACH TICKET INCLUDES\n– Finisher Medal\n– Bracelets for the Whole Family\n– Headbands for the Whole Family\n– Special Warm Up\n– Rinse Off Stations\n– Free digital photos\nA minimum of 1 Adult and 1 Kid need to register.\nA maximum of 4 Kids can register per 1 Adult.\nAdditional Adult and Kid tickets can be purchased separately\nKids must be aged between 5 – 17 years old to qualify for kids tickets.\nAdults and legal guardians must legally be 18 years or older.\nJoin us for the family fun!\nGet your tickets HERE!\nThis event is located at The Master’s Motoplex at 1465 SC-6\, Gaston\, SC 29053
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/muddy-kids-sc/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Not Hosted by Cola City
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240427T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240427T133000
DTSTAMP:20260412T063138
CREATED:20240317T173609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240317T173609Z
UID:30268-1714219200-1714224600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Black Hair Panel: Civil Rights
DESCRIPTION:Black Hair Panel: A Civil Rights Discussion\nby Richland Library Sandhills\nSaturday\, April 27th @12pm\nFREE — Teens/Parents\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \n\nCome join us for a candid discussion touching on the Crown Act and Hair Discrimination. \n\nJoin the Richland Library’s African American History and Culture Events Committee for a candid discussion touching on the Crown Act and Hair Discrimination. The program will have a panel discussion and a Q&A session for the audience to participate in. This will be an in-person and online event. Please visit this event page closer to the event for the zoom link. \nFind more info HERE.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/black-hair-panel-civil-rights/
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Teen,Virtual
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