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SUMMARY:Parenting Teens Through Launch Anxiety- Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Parenting Teens Through Launch Anxiety\nby Roya Dedeaux\nThursday\, Sept 26th @2pm\nParents — FREE Virtual\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \n30 minute webinar for parents to help with…\nParenting Teens Through Launch Anxiety\nEven when it scares the $#$@ out of both of you 😉\n\nDo your teens doubt their own abilities?\nHave your teens expressed their worry that they don’t have what it takes to “adult?”\nAre they worried they missed out on some vital piece of information?\nDo they feel like they didn’t get the growing-up handbook everyone else did?\n\nWhat do you do when your awesome kid doesn’t believe you when you tell them how capable they are? \nThis 30 minute parenting webinar is designed to give parents the tools and opportunity to look at their own feelings about their growing-up-kids\, and figure out how to best help them through the launching process.\n\n​Will you get tools & language to use right away? Absolutely.\nWill it help you communicate with your kids even when you’re both anxious? Yup.\nWill your teens benefit from more effective support from you? 100%\n\nIf you want to support your teens & young adult kids during this normal-yet-terrifying developmental process\, but you’re struggling with how much to push when they feel overwhelmed\, while also allowing that “launching” in 2024 looks very different than it did for you back in 19*mumble mumble*… so you aren’t sure what to do… Then this is for you. \n  \nReserve your spot HERE
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/parenting-teens-through-launch-anxiety-webinar/
LOCATION:SC
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Virtual
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SUMMARY:Community Service Project
DESCRIPTION:Community Service Project\nby Cola City & Akoma Cares\nThursday\, Sept 26 at 11 am\nPostponed\nTeens — Free\nNote: This activity is a collaboration with Cola City and Akoma Cares. Scroll down to RSVP. \nTime/Location: Thursday\, September 26 from 11-12:30 at Cornerstone Presbyterian Church\, 5637 Bush River Rd\, Columbia\, SC 29212\nThis event is postponed due to inclement weather. Sign up below\, so we can send you information about the rescheduled event (and future meet-ups and projects).  \nWhat are we doing: Clean up an overgrown outdoor fire pit meeting space. \nWhy are we doing this: The area will be a monthly meeting space for teens to foster relationships and plan more community service projects. \nWhat to bring: Yard tools\, garden gloves\, sunscreen/bug spray. Dress for mess so there’s no distress! \nFamilies with younger siblings can play in the nearby playground area.\nRSVP to let us know you’re coming! \nLoading…
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/community-service-project/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:FREE,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240927T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240927T130000
DTSTAMP:20260413T094802
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Farm Days
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Farm Days\nby Outside Inn Campground\nFriday\, Sept 27th @10am\nAll Ages –$10\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nWelcome to Homeschool Farm Days! \nJoin us for a fun and educational morning designed especially for homeschooling families! Our “Homeschool Mornings” offer a hands-on experience where children can learn about farm life\, interact with our friendly animals\, and enjoy time outdoors in a natural setting. \nKids will have the opportunity to pet and snuggle with our animals\, discover interesting facts about their care\, and explore our beautiful farm. It’s the perfect way to combine education with a love for nature and animals. \nCome spend a morning with us at Outside Inn\, where learning meets adventure in the great outdoors! \nThings to note: \n\nAdult chaperones are free and must stay with their kids for the entire event.\nKids under 3 must be with thier adult at all times.\nOlder kids can explore approved areas with parental permission. These include the game areas\, garden and walking trails.\nWe will take kids through the animal enclosures; It can get dirty\, so please dress appropriately\nWe are also a campground\, so please do not distrub campers while enjoying the farm\n\nEvent Location: 1074 Woolbright Rd\, Santee\, SC 29142 \nDon’t miss out on this opportunity to experience farm life up close. See you there! \nGet your tickets HERE! \n 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/homeschool-farm-days/
LOCATION:SC
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240927T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240927T150000
DTSTAMP:20260413T094802
CREATED:20240830T162118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T231154Z
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SUMMARY:Sally Salamander Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Sally Salamander Scavenger Hunt\nBy Cola City Homeschoolers\nFriday\, September 27\, 1-3 pm\nFREE — All Ages\nNote: This is a Cola City meet-up. It’s free\, but please scroll down to sign up so we know to keep an eye out for you and can notify you of any changes in case of inclement weather. This Field Trip is another “Let Grow” initative to foster agency and autonomy at age-appropriate levels. \nRAIN PLAN: We’ll move to an indoor meet-up location: Richland Library Downtown (Lower Level\, Children’s/Teens Room Areas). \nHURRICANE WINDS: If School Districts have e-learning day or cancelled\, then this meet-up is cancelled. Stay safe and dry! \nSally Salamander is a walking tour of downtown Columbia featuring numbered\, bronze statues of South Carolina’s state amphibian\, the spotted salamander. The tour was presented by the Leadership Columbia class of 2009. We’ll meet-up at Columbia SC Visitors Center to get started! \nI’m Sally\, Columbia SC’s official amphibian ambassador! As you look for me around downtown\, be sure to notice the beautiful architecture and cultural icons of South Carolina’s capital city. We pride ourselves on maintaining our rich history as we build for the future. When you spot me along your journey\, feel free to pet me. Like our locals\, I am friendly and full of Southern graciousness. \nStreet Parking available near Columbia Regional Visitors Center\, 1120 Lincoln Street Columbia\, SC 29201. Contact Kim with Cola City Homeschoolers if you’re lost along the way or running late: 803-307-4880\n \nWe will be exploring the spots along Main Street and looping back to the start. We won’t cover the entire distance of them all. You can come back to find the rest on your own (or we can schedule part 2). Families with younger children\, please consider the walking distance and duration of time. If we need to split up into older/younger groups. \nSign up here so we can keep an eye out for you and send you meet-up reminders:\nLoading…
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/sally-salamander-scavenger-hunt/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Field Trip,FREE,Interest Club,Let Grow Club,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240928T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240928T160000
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SUMMARY:Exploring Color Theory: Watercolors
DESCRIPTION:Exploring Color Theory: Watercolors\nby Columbia Museum of Art\nSaturday\, Sept 28th @10am\nTeens/Parents — $80-100\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nLearn how to apply color theory in watercolor painting. This class focuses on getting comfortable with fundamentals like mixing colors\, brush technique\, composition\, and drawing skills\, all of which lead to more successful paintings. \nTaught by professional watercolorist Constance Manley\, a signature member of the South Carolina Watermedia Society. Ages 15 and up. Please bring a reference photo(s) to work from; all other materials and equipment provided. \n$100 / $80 for members.  Register HERE
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/exploring-color-theory-watercolors/
LOCATION:SC
CATEGORIES:Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Teen
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240929
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240930
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SUMMARY:Book Recommendations
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Book Recommendations:\nSome ideas we’re thinking about to build community. A few of our favorites and a few in the stack by our nightstand. Let’s READ! \n\nFinding Your Third Place\, by Richard Kyte\nDo you have a third place? Your first place is home\, your second place is work\, and your third place is where you go to socialize and build friendships. Yet\, for several reasons\, many people today find themselves without a third place of their own. At a time when our nation is facing an epidemic of loneliness and communities are suffering from a loss of trust\, low levels of engagement\, despair\, and political polarization\, what if the answer to many of our problems lies in a simple idea? What if we just need to pay attention to the places where we find ourselves?\nGreat Good Place by Ray Oldenburg\n“Third places\,” or “great good places\,” are the many public places where people can gather\, put aside the concerns of home and work (their first and second places)\, and hang out simply for the pleasures of good company and lively conversation. They are the heart of a community’s social vitality and the grassroots of a democracy.\nCelebrating the Third Place: Inspiring Stories about the Great Good Places at the Heart of Our Communities by Ray Oldenburg\nThe time has come to celebrate the many third places that dot the American landscape and foster civic life. With 20 black-and-white photographs\, Celebrating the Third Place brings together fifteen firsthand accounts by proprietors of third places\, as well as appreciations by fans who have made spending time at these hangouts a regular part of their lives.\nA Place to Belong: Celebrating Diversity & Kinship in the Home and Beyond by Amber O’Neal Johnston\nA guide for families of all backgrounds to celebrate cultural heritage and embrace inclusivity in the home and beyond. \nGone are the days when socially conscious parents felt comfortable teaching their children to merely tolerate others. Instead\, they are looking for a way to authentically embrace the fullness of their diverse communities. A Place to Belong offers a path forward for families to honor their cultural heritage and champion diversity in the context of daily family life\n\nNever Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic-and What We Can Do About It by Jennifer Breheny Wallace\nIn the ever more competitive race to secure the best possible future\, today’s students face unprecedented pressure to succeed. The pressure to perform is not a matter of parental choice but baked in to our larger society and spurred by increasing income inequality and dwindling opportunities. As a result\, children are increasingly absorbing the message that they have no value outside of their accomplishments\, a message that is reinforced by the media and greater culture at large. In an ironic twist\, kids who receive consistent feedback that they matter no matter what are more likely to have the resilience\, self-confidence\, and psychological security to thrive.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/book-recommendations/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Interest Club,Parent
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240930T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240930T133000
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Explorers: Camp Discovery
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Explorers\nBy Camp Discovery\nMonday\, Sept 30\, 11:30-1:30\nGrades 1-5 — $8\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City activity. Please contact Camp Discovery for more information and registration. Location: 208 Claude Bundrick Rd\, Blythewood\, SC 29016\, USA \nNASA GLOBE Cloud Investigation \nJoin us Mondays in September for learning and fun with science-based activities!  This 30 – 45 minute STEAM-in-nature activity will foster your inner citizen scientist.  Led by experience facilitators using the NASA GLOBE Observer app*\, this cloud observation activity is designed for 1st through 5th grade students and begins at 11:30 a.m.  Guardians should remain on-site and supervise their child during play and picnic times (12:15 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.)  Don’t miss out on this enriching and exciting opportunity.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/homeschool-explorers-camp-discovery-2/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241002T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241002T120000
DTSTAMP:20260413T094802
CREATED:20240922T202435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240922T202635Z
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SUMMARY:Take Action Club: Your Story Matters
DESCRIPTION:Take Action Club\nBy Cola City Homeschoolers\nWed\, Oct 2 from 10am-noon\nTeens — $5/person\nNote: This is Cola City event. Registration required–scroll down to reserve your space. \nTake Action Club is a new initiative for middle/high schoolers to learn about building community and practical projects. Plus FUN! \n\nThis week\, participants will learn:  Your Story Matters: A StoryJustice Workshop\nStoryJustice is the framework in which anyone can harness their passion for storytelling to influence great change in their communities. Your story has the power to bring people together and give them permission to share their own stories\, no matter how young you are. In this workshop\, we will be using collage art to tell the story of who we are and what matters to us.\n\nLocation: Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Columbia\, 2701 Heyward St\, Columbia\, SC 29205 (Let Grow Play Club meet-up is at Owens Field afterwards from 1-3pm)\n\nSign up here so we can keep an eye out for you and send you meet-up reminders:
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/take-action-club-your-story-matters/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:Cola City Classes,Interest Club,Take Action Club,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241002T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241002T120000
DTSTAMP:20260413T094802
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SUMMARY:Rev War Center: Native Animals
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Days: SC Native Animals\nby Revolutionary War Center\nWednesday\, Oct 2nd @10am\nGrades 3-12 — FREE\nNote: Not a Cola City event. \nOnce a month\, the Rev War Center offers a free homeschool 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. Programs are geared toward students in 3rd grade through high school. Younger students are welcome to attend and follow along\, but will need the assistance of their guardian throughout the program. \nAdults are welcome to sit in on the program\, just be aware that the focus will be on teaching the young students present. \nOctober Program: South Carolina’s Native Animals \nScholars will head outdoors to find twelve examples of diverse biosystems from South Carolina. Observing the physical attributes of the animals and the environment in which they once lived\, scholars will discuss how changes in the animals’ environment led to a response that was either a mutually beneficial relationship\,  to the species leaving the area\, or even extinction. \nRegister for your spot HERE! \n 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/rev-war-center-native-animals/
LOCATION:SC
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241002T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241002T150000
DTSTAMP:20260413T094802
CREATED:20240922T224213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240922T224213Z
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SUMMARY:Let Grow Play Club: October
DESCRIPTION:Let Grow Play Club: Owens Field\nby Cola City Homeschoolers\nWednsday\, October 2\, 1-3 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. We’re meeting up on WEDNESDAYs at 1 pm in October. \nLet Grow Play Club WEDNESDAYS 1-3 pm now thru May\nOctober’s Location: Owens Field Skate Park 1351 Jim Hamilton Blvd\, Columbia\, SC 29205 \nBring: yard games\, balls/frisbies\, bubbles\, nerf blasters\, sidewalk chalk\, table games/activities\, scooters\, skate boards\, bikes.\nParents also bring beach chairs\, sunscreen\, bottled water and snacks.  \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 get 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:\nLoading…
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/let-grow-play-club-october/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Let Grow Club,Parent,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241003T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241005T213000
DTSTAMP:20260413T094802
CREATED:20240924T182534Z
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SUMMARY:Sophocles' Electra -- FREE Performance
DESCRIPTION:Sophocle’s Electra\nby SC Shakespeare Company\nOct 3-5 @7:30pm\nAll Ages — FREE\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nExperience the haunting drama of ‘Electra’ in the crisp embrace of autumn! South Carolina Shakespeare presents Sophocles’ gripping tragedy\, directed by Tracy Steele. \nAs twilight descends and leaves rustle\, wrap yourself in a cozy blanket and let the cool October breeze transport you to ancient Greece where you’ll witness Electra’s burning desire for revenge against her own mother for her father’s murder.  This ancient Greek tragedy crackles with tension as family loyalties unravel and long-buried secrets come to light. Don’t miss this powerful exploration of morality and retribution that will leave you questioning right and wrong… \nAll performances take place at 7:30pm \nVenue: Historic Columbia’s Woodrow Wilson’s Gardens \nFREE ADMISSION \nMore info HERE
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/sophocles-electra-free-performance/
LOCATION:SC
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241004T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241004T140000
DTSTAMP:20260413T094802
CREATED:20240830T193744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T193744Z
UID:31007-1728043200-1728050400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Firefly Gameday: October
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/firefly-gameday-october/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Let Grow Club,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241005T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241005T120000
DTSTAMP:20260413T094802
CREATED:20240917T180352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T180352Z
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SUMMARY:STEM Fest
DESCRIPTION:STEM Fest\nby Clemson University\nSaturday\, Oct 5th @9am\nFREE — All Ages\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nSTEM Fest is a 3 hour community based celebration of Science\, Technology\, Engineering and Math for up to 1000 students and parents. Attendees participate in 50 hands-on stations\, perform experiments\, watch demonstrations and meet professionals from all different career backgrounds. Each station is manned by collegiate and professional volunteers. \nOctober 5 – 9am to noon \n Southside High School\n6630 Frontage Rd\, Greenville SC 29605 \nRegister HERE!
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/stem-fest-2/
LOCATION:SC
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241006T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241012T170000
DTSTAMP:20260413T094802
CREATED:20240923T005440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T005440Z
UID:31051-1728201600-1728752400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:SC Metric Week
DESCRIPTION:SC Metric Week\nby SC Academy of Science\nOctober 6th-12th\nAll Ages\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nCompanies\, which will eventually employ many of our children\, are gradually producing products to metric system standards.  This means that the jobs of tomorrow will require employees to be able to use metric units.  The US is currently 50% metric\, we are using a hybrid measuring system: metric & customary. \nResources\, printables and templates to teach metrics from the SC Academy of Science
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/sc-metric-week/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241007T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241007T133000
DTSTAMP:20260413T094802
CREATED:20240830T190943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T190943Z
UID:30993-1728300600-1728307800@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Homeschool Explorers: Camp Discovery
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Explorers\nBy Camp Discovery\nMonday\, Oct 7\, 11:30-1:30\nGrades 1-5 — $8\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City activity. Please contact Camp Discovery for more information and registration. Location: 208 Claude Bundrick Rd\, Blythewood\, SC 29016\, USA \nHumongous Fungus Read Aloud & Mushroom Hunt \nJoin us Mondays in November for learning and fun with science-based activities!  Not quite animals and not quite plants\, the mysterious kingdom of fungi is full of secrets.  Let’s unearth a few of these secrets together by reading from Humongous Fungus (written by Lynne Boddy and illustrated by Wenjia Tang) and then embarking on a guided mushroom hunt.  This 30-45 minute STEAM-in-Nature activity will explore the weird and wonderful world of fungi\, and how they can be found in every ecosystem.  Led by experienced foragers and facilitators\, this activity is designed for 1st through 5th grade students and begins at 11:30 a.m.  Guardians should remain on-site and supervise their child during play and picnic times (12:15 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.).  Don’t miss out on this enriching and exciting activity. \n 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/homeschool-explorers-camp-discovery-3/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241009T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241020T170000
DTSTAMP:20260413T094802
CREATED:20240923T002735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T002735Z
UID:31106-1728460800-1729443600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:SC State Fair
DESCRIPTION:SC State Fair\nPublic Event\, Oct 9-20\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. It’s a great field trip to explore the various exhibits–on your own or meet-up with friends. \nMore information about the Fair: Click HERE \nFree PHYSICS Lessons about the rides at the Fair: Click HERE \nPlan ahead to enter the competitions next year. Read more about how to incorporate it into your homeschool plans from this article by The SC Homeschooling Connection.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/sc-state-fair-2/
LOCATION:SC
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241009T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241009T130000
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Farm Days
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Farm Days\nby Outside Inn Campground\nWednesday\, Oct 9th @10am\nAll Ages –$10\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nWelcome to Homeschool Farm Days! \nJoin us for a fun and educational morning designed especially for homeschooling families! Our “Homeschool Mornings” offer a hands-on experience where children can learn about farm life\, interact with our friendly animals\, and enjoy time outdoors in a natural setting. \nKids will have the opportunity to pet and snuggle with our animals\, discover interesting facts about their care\, and explore our beautiful farm. It’s the perfect way to combine education with a love for nature and animals. \nCome spend a morning with us at Outside Inn\, where learning meets adventure in the great outdoors! \nThings to note: \n\nAdult chaperones are free and must stay with their kids for the entire event.\nKids under 3 must be with thier adult at all times.\nOlder kids can explore approved areas with parental permission. These include the game areas\, garden and walking trails.\nWe will take kids through the animal enclosures; It can get dirty\, so please dress appropriately\nWe are also a campground\, so please do not distrub campers while enjoying the farm\n\nEvent Location: 1074 Woolbright Rd\, Santee\, SC 29142 \nDon’t miss out on this opportunity to experience farm life up close. See you there! \nGet your tickets HERE!
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/homeschool-farm-days-2/
LOCATION:SC
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241009T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241009T150000
DTSTAMP:20260413T094802
CREATED:20240922T224505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240922T224945Z
UID:31082-1728478800-1728486000@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Let Grow Play Club: October
DESCRIPTION:Let Grow Play Club: Owens Field\nby Cola City Homeschoolers\nWednsday\, October 9\, 1-3 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. We’re meeting up on WEDNESDAYs at 1 pm in October. \nLet Grow Play Club WEDNESDAYS 1-3 pm now thru May\nOctober’s Location: Owens Field Skate Park 1351 Jim Hamilton Blvd\, Columbia\, SC 29205 \nBring: yard games\, balls/frisbies\, bubbles\, nerf blasters\, sidewalk chalk\, table games/activities\, scooters\, skate boards\, bikes.\nParents also bring beach chairs\, sunscreen\, bottled water and snacks.  \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 get 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:\nLoading…
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/let-grow-play-club-october-2/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Interest Club,Let Grow Club,Parent,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241010T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241012T213000
DTSTAMP:20260413T094802
CREATED:20240924T183320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T183320Z
UID:31138-1728588600-1728768600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Sophocle's Electra -- FREE Performance
DESCRIPTION:Sophocle’s Electra\nby SC Shakespeare Company\nOct 10-12 @7:30pm\nAll Ages — FREE\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nExperience the haunting drama of ‘Electra’ in the crisp embrace of autumn! South Carolina Shakespeare presents Sophocles’ gripping tragedy\, directed by Tracy Steele. \nAs twilight descends and leaves rustle\, wrap yourself in a cozy blanket and let the cool October breeze transport you to ancient Greece where you’ll witness Electra’s burning desire for revenge against her own mother for her father’s murder.  This ancient Greek tragedy crackles with tension as family loyalties unravel and long-buried secrets come to light. Don’t miss this powerful exploration of morality and retribution that will leave you questioning right and wrong… \nAll performances take place at 7:30pm \nVenue: Historic Columbia’s Woodrow Wilson’s Gardens \nFREE ADMISSION \nMore info HERE
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/sophocles-electra-free-performance-2/
LOCATION:SC
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241012T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241012T120000
DTSTAMP:20260413T094802
CREATED:20240924T181100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T181100Z
UID:31132-1728727200-1728734400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Foraging Hike: Intro to Wild Edible & Medicinal Plants
DESCRIPTION:Foraging Hike\nby Camp Discovery\nSaturday\, Oct 12th @10am\nAll Ages — $15\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City \nForaging is the act of finding and gathering wild foods and medicines. By engaging in this age-old practice\, we can provide ourselves with healthy and abundant food and medicine\, become more self-reliant\, and connect on a much deeper level to the landscape in which we live.  Led by Camp Discovery’s Program Coordinator and experienced forager\, Molly Leier.  Participants under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. \nClass size is limited\, so register soon!  Click HERE to reserve your spot.
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/foraging-hike-intro-to-wild-edible-medicinal-plants/
LOCATION:SC
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Not Hosted by Cola City
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241012T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241012T220000
DTSTAMP:20260413T094802
CREATED:20240817T013252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240817T013252Z
UID:30901-1728759600-1728770400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:So the Story Goes
DESCRIPTION:So the Story Goes\nby Lexington Library\nSaturday\, Oct 12th @7pm\nAll Ages — FREE\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event \nSo the Story Goes is back at the beautifully renovated Virginia Hylton Park. Gather your friends and family\, along with blankets and snacks\, for an evening of spooky tales. Beware\, the event gets scarier as the night goes on. This free community event is presented in partnership with Lexington County Recreation & Aging Commission and Town of Lexington. \nVirginia Hylton Park is located at 111 Maiden Lane in Lexington. \nMore info HERE. \n 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/so-the-story-goes/
LOCATION:SC
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241016T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241016T120000
DTSTAMP:20260413T094802
CREATED:20240922T222505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T115711Z
UID:31075-1729072800-1729080000@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Take Action Club: Wildlife Habitats
DESCRIPTION:Take Action Club\nBy Cola City Homeschoolers\nWed\, Oct 16 from 10am-noon\nTeens — $5/person\nNote: This is Cola City event. Registration required–scroll down to reserve your space. \nTake Action Club is a new initiative for middle/high schoolers to learn about building community and practical projects. Plus FUN! Meetings on the 1st/3rd Wednesdays of the month from 10am-noon at Unitarian Universalist Congregation\, 2701 Heyward St\, Columbia \n\n\nThis week\, participants will learn: Wildlife Habitat and Community Care.  \n\nJoin Beth Foley the Conservation Education Coordinator with SC Department of Natural Resources to learn about South Carolina’s wonderful flora and fauna. You will learn the natural history of several native wildlife species\, their habitat requirements\, and ways to make your own yard more beneficial to wildlife. Participants will learn basic identification techniques for wildlife tracks\, skulls\, pelts\, and scat and why these skills are important for wildlife biologists. Each participant will get to make their own make-it-take-it plaster casting of an animal track.\n\n\nSign up here so we can keep an eye out for you and send you meet-up reminders:
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/wildlife-habitats/
LOCATION:SC
CATEGORIES:Cola City Classes,Interest Club,Take Action Club,Teen
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241016T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241016T150000
DTSTAMP:20260413T094802
CREATED:20240922T224710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240922T225010Z
UID:31084-1729083600-1729090800@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Let Grow Play Club: October
DESCRIPTION:Let Grow Play Club: Owens Field\nby Cola City Homeschoolers\nWednesday\, October 16\, 1-3 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. We’re meeting up on WEDNESDAYs at 1 pm in October. \nLet Grow Play Club WEDNESDAYS 1-3 pm now thru May\nOctober’s Location: Owens Field Skate Park 1351 Jim Hamilton Blvd\, Columbia\, SC 29205 \nBring: yard games\, balls/frisbies\, bubbles\, nerf blasters\, sidewalk chalk\, table games/activities\, scooters\, skate boards\, bikes.\nParents also bring beach chairs\, sunscreen\, bottled water and snacks. \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 get 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:\nLoading…
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/let-grow-play-club-october-3/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Cola City Classes,Events,FREE,Interest Club,Let Grow Club,Parent,Teen
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241016T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241016T200000
DTSTAMP:20260413T094802
CREATED:20241003T214326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T214326Z
UID:31167-1729105200-1729108800@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:ACT Webinar: Choosing the "Right" College
DESCRIPTION:Choosing the “Right” College\nby ACT & CollegeWise\nWednesday\, Oct 16 @7pm EST\nFREE — Teens/Parents\nNote: This event is *NOT* hosted by Cola City Homeschoolers. Contact ACT for more information \nFinding Your Fit: Researching & Choosing the Right College\nWednesday\, October 16\, 2024 – 6:00 p.m. CT/7:00 p.m. ET \n\nAbout this session: With over 4\,000 universities just in the US\, it’s no wonder most students feel overwhelmed by the research process to find the right schools. Where do you even begin? \nIn this webinar\, Collegewise admission experts will be sharing top tips on how to effectively conduct college research and solidify a well-rounded list of schools. We want every student to be thrilled about their options. \nBy the end of the session\, you will discover: \n\nHow to do robust and effective research\nWhat factors to consider when conducting college research\nHow to maximize college visits\nHow to create a balanced college list that includes likely\, target\, and reach schools\nHow to find schools that are the right fit for your personality\, aspirations\, and budget\n\nCollege research doesn’t have to be so complicated\, and with Collegewise expert advice\, you’ll be all set to approach it with a greater sense of confidence. \nRegister now and secure your seat!
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/act-webinar-choosing-the-right-college/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Teen,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241018T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241018T160000
DTSTAMP:20260413T094802
CREATED:20240929T182617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240929T182617Z
UID:31159-1729242000-1729267200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Native American Living History
DESCRIPTION:Native American Living History\nby Keepers of the Word\nFriday\, Oct 18th @9am\nFREE — All Ages\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nExperience hands on activities of a Native American hunting camp circa 1721. \nFeaturing: Storytelling\, Tomahawk Throw\, Flint knapping\, Stone tools\, Hunting skills\, Songs\, Dancing\, Games and more! \nSpace is limited\, registration required. \nTwo sessions for homeschool students: Friday Oct 18th \n\nSession A: 9:00-12:00am\nSession B: 1:00-4:00pm\n\nContact Stacey Daily at: slhdailey@gmail.com to register!
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/native-american-living-history/
LOCATION:SC
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241018T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241018T150000
DTSTAMP:20260413T094802
CREATED:20240922T225533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240922T225611Z
UID:31092-1729256400-1729263600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Sally Salamander Walking Tour: Rescheduled
DESCRIPTION:Sally Salamander Scavenger Hunt (rescheduled)\nBy Cola City Homeschoolers\nFriday\, Oct 18\, 1-3 pm\nFREE — All Ages\nNote: This is a Cola City meet-up. It’s free\, but please scroll down to sign up so we know to keep an eye out for you and can notify you of any changes in case of inclement weather. This Field Trip is another “Let Grow” initative to foster agency and autonomy at age-appropriate levels. \nSally Salamander is a walking tour of downtown Columbia featuring numbered\, bronze statues of South Carolina’s state amphibian\, the spotted salamander. The tour was presented by the Leadership Columbia class of 2009. We’ll meet-up at Columbia SC Visitors Center to get started! \nI’m Sally\, Columbia SC’s official amphibian ambassador! As you look for me around downtown\, be sure to notice the beautiful architecture and cultural icons of South Carolina’s capital city. We pride ourselves on maintaining our rich history as we build for the future. When you spot me along your journey\, feel free to pet me. Like our locals\, I am friendly and full of Southern graciousness. \nStreet Parking available near Columbia Regional Visitors Center\, 1120 Lincoln Street Columbia\, SC 29201. Contact Kim with Cola City Homeschoolers if you’re lost along the way or running late: 803-307-4880\n \nWe will be exploring the spots along Main Street and looping back to the start. We won’t cover the entire distance of them all. You can come back to find the rest on your own (or we can schedule part 2). Families with younger children\, please consider the walking distance and duration of time. If we need to split up into older/younger groups. \nSign up here so we can keep an eye out for you and send you meet-up reminders:\nLoading…
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/sally-salamander-rescheduled/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Interest Club,Let Grow Club,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241018T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241018T160000
DTSTAMP:20260413T094802
CREATED:20241014T183334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T183334Z
UID:31182-1729256400-1729267200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Homeschool Skate: October
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Skate\nby Three Fountains Recreation\nFriday\, October 18 @1pm\nAll Ages — $5\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. It’s a great “3rd Place” to build community. Look for Chrissy W to facilitate introductions with other Cola City Friends\, call/text: 321-208-0529 \nHomeschool Skate is BACK!! 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/homeschool-skate-october/
LOCATION:In Person
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Not Hosted by Cola City
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241018T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241020T150000
DTSTAMP:20260413T094802
CREATED:20240929T173140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240929T173140Z
UID:31144-1729278000-1729436400@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Pippin
DESCRIPTION:Pippin\nby Columbia Children’s Theatre\nOctober 18-20th @ various showtimes\nAll Ages — $15\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nThe CCTeens are proud to invite you to a production of Pippin! \nWith an infectiously unforgettable score from four-time Grammy winner\, three-time Oscar winner and musical theatre giant\, Stephen Schwartz\, Pippin is the story of one young man’s journey to be extraordinary. Winner of four 2013 Tony Awards including Best Musical Revival\, this updated circus-inspired version of Pippin continues to captivate and appeal to the young at heart throughout the world. \nHeir to the Frankish throne\, the young prince Pippin is in search of the secret to true happiness and fulfillment. He seeks it in the glories of the battlefield\, the temptations of the flesh and the intrigues of political power (after disposing of his father\, King Charlemagne the Great). In the end\, Pippin finds that happiness lies not in extraordinary endeavors\, but rather in the unextraordinary moments that happen every day. \nShowtimes: \nPerformances will be held October 18th-20th at the new Lexington 2 Performing Arts Center.  \n\nFriday\, October 18th at 7:00 pm\nSaturday\, October 19th at 2:00 pm\nSaturday\, October 19th at 7:00 pm\nSunday\, October 20th at 3:00 pm\n\nPurchase your tickets HERE today! \n  \n 
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/pippin/
LOCATION:SC
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Not Hosted by Cola City
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241019T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241019T170000
DTSTAMP:20260413T094802
CREATED:20241016T211938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T211938Z
UID:31200-1729324800-1729357200@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Bridge Day
DESCRIPTION:Bridge Day\nby Spivey Sparks (TPT)\nSaturday\, Oct 19th\nAll Ages — FREE\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nDid you know? \nToday is Bridge Day\, a celebration commemorating the building of the New River Gorge Bridge in West Virginia.  But we can celebrate it here in SC by building our own bridges! \nHere’s a FREE  STEM activity from Spivey Sparks on Teachers Pay Teachers that will walk you through the math\, science\, and planning that goes into building a functional bridge.  Test your build to see if it will withstand weight\, water\, and even simulated natural disasters! \nFind the FREE PDF HERE!
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/bridge-day/
LOCATION:SC
CATEGORIES:All Ages,FREE,Not Hosted by Cola City,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241019T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241019T160000
DTSTAMP:20260413T094802
CREATED:20240917T174946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T174946Z
UID:31040-1729332000-1729353600@www.colacityhomeschoolers.com
SUMMARY:Intuitive Painting 101
DESCRIPTION:Intuitive Painting 101\nby Columbia Museum of Art\nSaturday\, Oct 19th @10am\nTeens/Parents — $72-90\nNote: This is NOT a Cola City event. \nExplore the meditative process of painting. Students experiment with paint in a creative environment while taking inspiration from French Moderns and the CMA Collection. Taught by local art educator Mary Hendrix\, who holds a bachelor’s degree in art from East Tennessee State University and a master’s degree in teaching from the University of South Carolina. Ages 15 and up. All materials included. \n$90 / $72 for members. \nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.colacityhomeschoolers.com/event/intuitive-painting-101/
LOCATION:SC
CATEGORIES:Not Hosted by Cola City,Parent,Teen
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