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TABLE OF CONTENTS Recommended Restaurants p. 8 Visual Arts & Performing Arts p. 14 Our History p. 19 Outdoor Fun p. 24 January - April 2013 Events p. 28-38 Date Ideas: p. 39 Maps p. 32-34 Shopping p. 40 Why Choose Greater Columbia? p. 42-45 Happy Healthy Columbia p. 60-62 Published January 2013 Copyright 2013 Gardener Publications, LLC 803-798-6960 | kathy@gardenerguides.com Kathy Gardener, Publisher and Advertising Carmen Rhone, Graphic Design Tina Jeffcoat, Distribution and Advertising Hanna Shrift, Research Rachel Manuszak, Customer Service Lexy Evans, Advertising This content celebrates everything good, happy, and fun about the Greater Columbia area. We gather information from sources we deem reliable, however we urge readers to check with the business or organization to confirm dates, times, and locations. A digital copy of this magazine is available on our website, www.hugerstreet.com, where all website links are active. That’s an easy and super-convenient way to verify information at the source.

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Ruth’s Chris

Columbo's

Featuring custom-aged, USDA prime steaks, served with the signature sizzle, an award-winning wine list, and legendary hospitality, Ruth’s Chris Steak House is synonymous with refined taste, exceptional service, and top notch cuisine. Start your unforgettable dining experience with the signature Barbequed Shrimp, featuring jumbo shrimp sautéed New Orleans style in reduced white wine, butter, garlic and spices. For your entree, indulge in an extraordinary cut of steak such as the tender, juicy Filet or a classic New York Strip. Located inside the Hilton Columbia Center hotel, adjacent to the Convention Center and in close proximity to both the State House and the University of South Carolina. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, seven days a week. Private party accommodations are available for groups of 10 to 300 guests. Reservations recommended; 803-212-6666. http://bit.ly/SOhqeO Ad - inside front cover

The Doubletree Hotel, situated in the heart of Greater Columbia at I-20 and Bush River Road, has recently undergone a multi-million dollar renovation and is the most elegant hotel in suburban Columbia. Columbo's, its casually classy restaurant, is a favorite of locals as well as hotel guests, with an emphasis on Southern cuisine, including daily specials. Shrimp and Grits, Carolina Crab Cakes and Pulled Pork BBQ are popular as well as char-grilled steaks, salmon and unique pasta entrees. Columbo's chic bar/lounge area offers a relaxing spot for conversation, and a weekday happy hour with drink specials - try their homemade potato chips! http://bit.ly/S10X5i Ad - page 3 and see Valentine’s Day promotion page 29. Sato Steakhouse

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Offering the Japanese version of a dinner show, Sato has been entertaining Columbia diners for over 30 years with the best hibachi chefs in town. Patrons gasp at the antics of these comical and talented jugglers as they watch their dinners being prepared on a sizzling grill. But did you know that Sato also employs a dedicated creative sushi chef? The sushi bar is available for seating, or diners can order sushi to accompany their meals served at the hibachi tables. Located near Fort Jackson. 803-782-1064 http://bit.ly/PT0UMJ Ad page 12. Delucca's Italian Grill & Pizzeria

Pancho’s

An exceptional Mexican restaurant near Fort Jackson, Pancho's atmosphere is fun and its food is authentic. Large painted murals and a "village courtyard" design give this establishment a unique niche... good food inspired by the best dishes south of the border as well as a Mexican village ambiance. A large full bar serves the area's best margaritas. Open for lunch and dinner Tuesday through Sunday. 803-738-9511. http://bit.ly/PT1Qki Ad page 9. ©

Now in his new location with twice as many tables, unwind with relaxing dinner music and candlelight. Try Delucca's for wonderful entrees including the Jumbo Lump Crab Cake, prepared with fresh lump crab meat with a drizzle of homemade remoulade sauce, served over whipped potatoes, fresh sauteed vegetables and with a house salad. Homemade pizza is a specialty. Lunch and dinner. http://bit.ly/S1b2zb 803-926-5255 Ad page 12.

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Pearlz Lounge Upstairz opened early December above Pearlz Oyster Bar in the Vista. Pearlz Lounge Upstairz is a comfortable cocktail lounge featuring high-end spirits and a large selection of scotches along with classic cocktails and beers. Guests will enjoy live jazz and blues music from local and regional artists. Pearlz Lounge Upstairz will be open Thursday through Saturday nights.

LIBERTY TAP ROOM

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Liberty Tap Room is open daily for lunch and dinner and serves Sunday brunch from 10am - 2pm. Opening late spring 2013 - their 2nd Columbia location on the shores of Lake Murray. Enjoy the same fabulous Liberty Tap Room favorites with a view of beautiful Lake Murray. Inside dining and large outside decks. www.libertytaproom.com. 803-461-4677. http://bit.ly/11UMjST Ad - back cover.

One of the Vista's busiest spots, Pearlz Oyster Bar is known for its raw shellfish, local seafood, Lowcountry recipes and regional favorites. As part of the Sustainable Seafood Initiative, eating at Pearlz is good for both the palate and the planet. A full-service bar serving the coldest beers and unique, refreshing cocktails, Pearlz has become a favorite happy hour meeting spot for both locals and visitors alike. Open daily at 4pm. 803-661-7741. http://bit.ly/S19eWT Ad - back cover.

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Inakaya & TSUBAKI Walking through the doors of Inakaya is like walking into a neighborhood restaurant in Tokyo. The decor is incredibly authentic and the sushi chefs and staff are very friendly. Inakaya is known for fresh sushi but their menu includes traditional Japanese dishes as well - there is something for everyone. Sashimi omakase is a specialty (pictured) and serves 4 people. After dining at the O'Neill Court location, step next door to Tsubaki, Columbia's only true karaoke bar! 803-699-2626 or 803-731-2538. http://on.fb.me/S19hSF Ad above.

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Original Pancake House Ever try having breakfast for supper? Piping hot and fresh from the oven, the Original Pancake House serves their specialty, Apple Pancake, covered with cinnamon sugar and glazed Granny Smith apples on top! For Valentine's Day, treat your sweetheart to Strawberry Waffles! Served golden brown and lightly dusted with powdered sugar, then topped with strawberries and fresh whipped cream! Well known for the best breakfast in town, the Original Pancake House is located in Forest Acres. Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Open until 9pm. 803-782-6742. http://bit.ly/S1bjlx Ad page 12.

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Mr. Friendly’s

Mr. Friendly's...voted Best Restaurant in Columbia by the Free Times paper & Columbia Metropolitan Magazine in 2012! Each creative dish is presented as a work of art as the Check out Mr. restaurant celebrates a Friendly’s during love of food and its SC Restaurant preparation. Pictured is Week, Jan. 10-20th! Mr. Friendly's Famous Bacon-Wrapped Angus Filet Mignon with French Quarter Pimiento Cheese, served with roasted garlic mashed potatoes and sauteed vegetables. The dining room offers intimate candlelit seating and walls decorated with local original art, and outdoor seating is also available. Lunch and dinner. 803-254-7828 http://bit.ly/RInmnx Ad page 13.

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Mint Julep Northeast Columbia's favorite little bistro offers some of the finest Southern cuisine in the Midlands. Starters include Fried Green Tomatoes, Pimento Cheese and Palmetto Fritters and among entrees you'll find Southern Fried Chicken, Steaks, Pasta and Seafood. Pictured is their Chicken Roulade, a panko crusted chicken breast stuffed with spinach and sundried tomatoes, and topped with a creamy swiss cheese sauce. Join in the fun at the Mint Julep bar where people gather to gab, watch sports and listen to live music. 803-419-7200 http://bit.ly/S0XRhw Ad below.

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Little Pigs BBQ

Jillian's

Simply the best smoked turkeys and hams available in Greater Columbia... for family meals or for holiday gettogethers. Easy to slice and serve, ready to eat! Get your holiday dinner from Little Pigs BBQ on Alpine Road where they smoke their meats until they are tender and full of that good smokey flavor. Chosen by Southern Living magazine as the best barbeque in South Carolina. Lunch barbeque buffet Wednesday Sunday; dinner barbeque buffet Thursday - Saturday. http://bit.ly/PT13jb 803-788-8238 Ad page 11.

It's not all fun, games and great music at Jillian's in the Vista (although we love it for those things!) Jillian's has a culinary side too. Try their Sausage & Chicken Pasta, featuring Andouille Sausage, served with their "crispy on the outside, soft and chewy on the inside" grilled flatbread. Bet you didn't know that Jillian's bakes their own bread and pizza dough! They feature a huge selection of beer, including Thomas Creek IPA, brewed right up the road in Greenville, Lunch and dinner. http://bit.ly/S1bddE 803-779-7789 Ad above.

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Paul Cézanne (French, 1839 – 1906) Trees and Rocks near the Château Noir, ca. 1900-06, Oil on canvas

VISUAL ARTS The Columbia Museum of Art is a cultural gem located on Main and Hampton Streets in downtown Columbia.The museum is a captivating architectural conversion, transformed from an urban department store into a sleek and airy, light-filled space with 25 galleries. The permanent collection includes worldclass examples of the Italian Renaissance, Baroque Art, Impressionism, and Modern Art. This January, the museum will open Impressionism from Monet to Matisse. From January 25 through April 21, 2013, you can view a collection of 55 paintings, pastels and watercolors. Included are paintings by the well-known masters of Impressionism: Mary Cassatt, Claude Monet, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Camille Pissarro, John Singer Sargent and Alfred Sisley. Modern painters Paul Cézanne, Paul Gauguin, and Georges Braque are also featured. This is an experience full of artistic richness where visitors may meditate for hours on why painting continues to fire our imaginations. Open Tuesday-Friday 11 AM-5 PM, first Fridays 11 AM8 PM, Saturdays 10 AM-5 PM, and Sundays noon5 PM. Closed Mondays and major holidays. Admission charged. 1515 Main Street. 803-799-2810. www.columbiamuseum.org

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Henri Matisse (French, 1869 – 1954) The Palace, Belle Île, ca. 1896 – 97 Oil on canvas

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The Elizabeth O'Neill Verner Awards & Gala:

You're Invited!

To recognize outstanding achievement and contributions to the arts in South Carolina, the South Carolina Arts Commission annually presents the Elizabeth O'Neill Verner Awards, the highest honor the state gives in the arts. Elizabeth O'Neill Verner achieved an international reputation for her etchings and pastels, many of which capture the spirit of the South Carolina Lowcountry. She was also a teacher, writer and historian. These awards honor South Carolina arts organizations, patrons, artists, members of the business community, and government entities who maximize their roles as innovators, supporters and advocates of the arts. This year, the Verner Awards will be presented at the South Carolina Arts Foundation's Gala, which will be held on May 1, 2013 at 701 Whaley Street in Columbia - a memorable evening to celebrate the arts in South Carolina. A silent art auction raises funds for South Carolina Arts Commission projects. For ticket information, please contact Kathy Gardener at 803-798-6960 ext. 13.

Get Inspired! See Works of Art at: McMaster Gallery at USC 1615 Senate Street 803-777-4236 artsandsciences.sc.edu/art /mcmaster_gallery Goodall Gallery at Columbia College 1301 Columbia College Dr 803-786-3899 www.columbiasc.edu South Carolina State Museum 301 Gervais Street 803-898-4921 southcarolinastatemuseum.org 701 Center for Contemporary Art 701 Whaley Street 803-779-4571 www.701cca.org

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Tapps Art Center 1644 Main Street 803-988-0013 www.tappsartscenter.com Village Artists at Village at Sandhill 631 Promenade Place 803-699-8886 www.thevillageartists.com

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PERFORMING ARTS Theatre Chapin Community eatre 803-240-8544 www.chapintheatre.org Simply Divided: March 15-17 & March 21-24 at Harbison eatre at Midlands Tech, 7300 College Street, Irmo. Columbia Children’s eatre 803-691-4548 www.columbiachildrenstheatre.com 3400 Forest Drive, Forest Acres A Year With Frog & Toad: Feb 8-17. Knuﬄe Bunny: A Cautionary Musical: April 12-21. eatre Rowe 803-200-2012 www.theatrerowe.com Fine Arts Center of Forest Acres, Richland Mall Murder Rides Again: Jan 10-Feb 10. Marriage Can be Murder: Feb 21March 10. Death and Taxes: March 21-30. Murder Ahoy!: April 7, & April 11May 5. eatre South Carolina 803-777-4288 www.artsandsciences.sc.edu/thea/ How I Learned To Drive: Feb 7-10 at Lab eatre, 1400 Wheat Street. Boeing-Boeing: Feb 22-March 2 at Longstreet eatre, 1300 Greene Street. Twelve Angry Jurors: Feb 28-March 3 at Benson eatre. King Lear: April 19-27 at Drayton Hall eatre, 1214 College Street. Becky Shaw: April 25-28 at Lab eatre.

Town eatre 803-799-2510 www.towntheatre.com 1012 Sumter Street e Fox on the Fairway: Jan 11-26. 9 to 5: March 1-16. Trustus eatre 803-254-9732 www.trustus.org 520 Lady Street, Downtown Columbia 5 Lesbians Eating a Quiche: Jan 17Feb 2. e Motherfu**er with the Hat: Feb 8-23. Good People: March 22- April 6. Village Square eatre 803-359-1436 www.villagesquaretheatre.com 105 Caughman Road, Lexington Barefoot in e Park: Jan 24- Feb 3. High School Musical Jr.: March 8-24. Workshop eatre of SC 803-799-6551 www.workshoptheatre.com 1136 Bull Street Brighton Beach Memoirs: Jan 11-26.

Here is part one of Neil Simon's autobiographical trilogy: a portrait of the writer as a young teen in 1937 living with his family in a crowded, lower-middleclass Brooklyn walk-up. Eugene Jerome, standing in for the author, is the narrator and central character. Dreaming of baseball and girls, Eugene must cope with the mundane

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Brighton Beach Memoirs January 11-26

The Color Purple Songs for a New World March 15-30 Wild Party, 2012

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existence of his family life in Brooklyn: formidable mother, overworked father, and his worldly older brother Stanley. row into the mix his widowed Aunt Blanche, her two young (but rapidly aging) daughters and Grandpa the Socialist, and you have a recipe for hilarity, served up Simon-style. is bittersweet memoir evocatively captures the life of a struggling Jewish household where, as his father states, "if you didn't have a problem, you wouldn't be living here."

voice in the world. With a joyous score featuring jazz, ragtime, gospel, African music and blues, e Color Purple is a story of hope, a testament to the healing power of love and a celebration of life.

dance Carolina Ballet 803-771-6303 www.carolinaballet.net Cinderella: April 12-14 at the Township Auditorium, 1703 Taylor St, 7:30 PM. Columbia City Ballet 803-799-7605 www.columbiacityballet.com Snow White: Feb 1 & 2 at the Koger Center for the Arts, 1051 Greene Street. e Little Prince: March 8 & 9 at the Koger Center.

e Color Purple: March 15-30.

Columbia Classical Ballet 803-252-9112 e Color Purple is an inspiring www.columbiaclassicalballet.org family saga that tells the unforgettable Life Chance 2013: Jan 26 at the Koger story of a woman who, through love, Center for the Arts, 1051 Greene Street. finds the strength to triumph over Swan Lake: March 1 at the Koger adversity and discover her unique Center. ©

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USC Dance Company 803-777-5636 www.artsandsciences.sc.edu/dance Spring Concert: On e Edge: Feb 1316 at Drayton Hall eatre, 1214 College Street, 7:30 PM. Student Choreography Showcase: April 18 at the Koger Center for the Arts, 1051 Greene Street, 7:30 PM. 8th Annual Ballet Stars of New York: April 19 at the Koger Center, 7:30 PM.

music Columbia College Department of Music 803-786-3810 www.columbiasc.edu Quilters Music Production: April 12-13 at Cottingham eatre of Columbia College, 7:30 PM. Chamber Ensemble Concert: April 15 at the Spears Center Concert Hall, 1301 Columbia College Drive, 7:30 PM. Spring Choral Concert: April 18 at the Spears Center Concert Hall, 7:30 PM Jazz Combos Recital: April 22 at the Spears Center Concert Hall, 7:30 PM Lake Murray Symphony 803-400-3540 www.lmso.org Surprise! Concert: Feb 24 at Harbison eatre at Midlands Tech, 7300 College Street, Irmo, 3:30 PM. Concertos & Cupcakes: April 28 at Harbison eatre, 3:30 PM.

the Koger Center, 7:30 PM. Masterworks 6, Carmen, Remixed: March 16 at the Koger Center, 7:30 PM. e Four Seasons: April 6 at Harbison eatre at Midlands Tech, 7300 College Street, Irmo, 7:30 PM. Masterworks 7, Bolero & Petrushka: April 20 at the Koger Center, 7:30 PM. USC School of Music 803-777-4336 www.music.sc.edu/events.html Too many events for complete list. Please see website. USC Symphony Orchestra: Jan 27, Feb 12, March 26, & April 25 at the Koger Center for the Arts, 1051 Greene Street, 7:30 PM. Opera at USC: “Das Barbecu”: Feb 1 & 2 at Drayton Hall eatre, 1214 College Street, 7:30 PM & Feb 3, 3PM. University Band Concert: Feb 15 at the Koger Center, 4:30 PM. Palmetto Concert Band: Feb 16 at the Koger Center, 8:45 PM. Southern Exposure New Music Series: Feb 22, April 12 & 13 at the School of Music Recital Hall, 7:30 PM. Opera at USC: e Tender Land: April 5 & 6 at the Longstreet eatre, 7:30 PM & April 7, 3PM. USC Gospel Choir: April 14 at the Koger Center, 4PM. Carolina Alive Concert: April 24 at the School of Music Recital Hall, 7:30 PM.

SC Philharmonic 803-771-7937 www.scphilharmonic.com Masterworks 4, Beethoven & Bluejeans: Jan 12 at the Koger Center for the Arts, 1051 Greene Street, 7:30 PM. Masterworks 5, Eternal Love: Feb 9 at 18

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As one of the original 13 states, the South Carolina legislature has had a long and colorful history. Tour the current South Carolina State House where the legislature has met since 1903. Beautiful architecture, stained glass, wood carvings, an interior view of the dome, portrait paintings of historical ﬁgures, House and Senate chambers and the interesting story of the building itself are waiting to be discovered. The building is open Mon-Fri 9AM-5PM. Tours are available. Free of charge. Located at Main & Gervais Streets. 803-734-2430. www.scstatehouse.gov

Trinity Cathedral Churchyard

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Follow the people, places, and progress of Columbia over three centuries within ﬁve downtown Historic Columbia Foundation sites, including house museums open for guided tours Tuesday-Sunday. Discover how communities are connected through history with a series of self-guided walking tours, web-based tours, even an app! Admission charged. 1616 Blanding Street. 803-252-7742. www.historiccolumbia.org Buried under the ancient oaks and magnolias of Trinity Cathedral’s Churchyard are some of South Carolina’s most distinguished governors, bishops, and heroes of the Revolutionary and Civil Wars. Churchyard can be viewed at any time. Free of charge. 1100 Sumter Street. 803-771-7300. www.trinitysc.org The African American Monument, the ﬁrst of its kind on any of the nation’s state house grounds, was designed to recapture the rich history of African Americans and their contributions to the state of South Carolina. Free of charge. Located at Main & Gervais Streets on the east side of the State House.

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SC Confederate Relic Room

For over a century, the South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum has collected and preserved the military history of this state. Columbia’s oldest museum presents the state’s martial tradition from the Revolutionary War to today’s War on Terror. Visitors explore the military campaigns in which South Carolinian soldiers have participated over the past 300+ years! See the Civil War jump off the screen in Civil War in 3D, the museum’s latest exhibit, now through June 2, 2013. Conflict Zone (photography exhibit covering the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq): through Feb 23, 2013. Admission charged. Open Tues-Sat 10AM-5PM and the first Sun evey month 1-5PM. 301 Gervais Street (State Museum Building). 803-7378095. www.crr.sc.gov

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The US Army Basic Combat Training Museum on Fort Jackson details the progress of US Army training since thenCamp Jackson opened in 1917. Open Mon-Fri 9AM-4PM, closed weekends and federal holidays. Free of charge. Building 4442, Jackson Boulevard, Fort Jackson. 803-751-7419. www.jackson.army.mil The South Carolina Military Museum is located at 1 National Guard Road. 803806-4440. www.scmilitarymuseum.com

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SC State Museum

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SC State Museum

The South Carolina State Museum features four large floors filled with fascinating exhibits, many of them hands-on, telling the story of South Carolina through the disciplines of art, history, natural history, and science/technology. Unearth the mysteries of Mayan culture with Secrets of the Maya featuring over 125 magnificent artifacts: on display until June 9, 2013. Two of a series of exhibits marking the observance of the sesquicentennial of the Civil War are Naval Warfare on the Coast and Failed Attempts to Take Charleston and For Us the Living: the Civil War Art of Mort Künstler which through detailed artwork provides a unique glimpse into the war years. The Life and Times of Congressman Robert Smalls details the life of an extraordinary man, born a slave, who lived to be elected to the US Congress: extended through March 17, 2013. Open Tues-Sat 10 AM-5 PM and Sun 1-5PM. Admission charged. 301 Gervais Street. Call 803-898-4921 for more information. www.museum.state.sc.us

Frederick Whitman Glasier, Sideshow with “Zip,” ca. 1905 (printed 2009) (detail) Collection of the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art Archives

The McKissick Museum, located in the historic Horseshoe at the University of South Carolina, features permanent collections including the Baruch Silver Gallery and Natural Curiosity: The University of South Carolina and the Evolution of Scientiﬁc Inquiry in the Natural World. Step Right Up! The Sideshow in America celebrates carnival culture and phenomenon in the 19th century: Jan 19 - May 11. Another special exhibit - Dawn of Freedom: The Freedmen’s Town of Mitchelville: From February 21 May 17. Open Mon-Fri 8:30 AM-5 PM and Sat 11AM-3PM. Free of charge. 816 Bull Street. 803-777-7251. artsandsciences.sc.edu/mcks

The Lexington County Historical Museum almost transports visitors back in time. Structures and furnishings construct the life of Lexington residents from 1770 through the Civil War. Exhibits feature locally made artifacts, like handcrafted furniture and handsewn quilts. Open Tues-Sat 10 AM-4 PM and Sun 1-4 PM. Admission charged. 231 Fox Street, Lexington. 803-359-8369. www.lex-co.com/museum.html ©

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OUR HISTORY Now through April For Us the Living: the Civil War Art of Mort Künstler will be on display at the South Carolina State Museum. The exhibit features art from renowned historical artist Mort Künstler and observes the sesquicentennial of the Civil War as it takes the viewer on a trip to the past through vivid civil war art. Showcasing Künstler’s detailed artwork, this exhibit provides a unique view into the war years. Delve into SC State Museum the turmoil of the battleﬁeld as well as the everyday struggles of both the men and women who lived during the most tragic war in United State’s history. Künstler has dedicated himself to providing authentic portrayals of life during the civil war and through even the smallest details his art brings this tragic story to life. Free with museum admission. Call 803-898-4921 for more information. www.museum.state.sc.us.

Natural Historic Sites in Lexington County Sites that preserve our natural history are best visited in the winter and spring, when mosquitos and heat are not issues. Heritage preserves are open for public use from one hour before sunrise to one hour after sunset. Here are two of our more interesting natural historic places: Shealy's Pond Heritage Preserve covers 62 acres and is centered around an old mill pond and associated wetlands on spring-fed Scouter Creek. County Road 279 crosses the dam of the mill pond, which covers about six acres. A section of the tract is an Atlantic white cedar bog, a stand that’s been there since the early 1800’s, and surrounding the mill pond that supports several rare plant species. This is one of only three known localities for the globally rare Rayner's blueberry which is classified as a plant species of national concern by Heritage Trust. Other rare plants: white beak-rush, swaying bullrush, Collins' sedge, wooly-berry, northern burmannia and Pickering's breweria. Insectivorous plants: yellow pitcher plant, purple pitcher plant, sweet pitcher plant and three species of sundews. Latitude: 33.86 Longitude: -81.238 Peachtree Rock Heritage Preserve comprises 460 acres and is located in Lexington County. The preserve harbors the largest sandstone outcrops in the state, the only waterfall in the coastal plain, a swamp tupelo-evergreen shrub bog and a longleaf pine ecosystem. The geology of Peachtree Rock is significant because of the unusual sandstone formations and abundance of fossil evidence. The formations originated when oceans washed over the area leaving marine fossils, beach-like sand and intertidal deposits. The vegetation in the valley near the waterfall is in contrast to that on the dry, sandy ridge above. Mountain laurel, tulip or yellow poplar and maple-leafed viburnum can be seen in the wet areas, while lichens cover the rock surfaces and ferns grow near the creek. On the ridge, pines and turkey oaks dominate the dry soil, which is well drained and poor in nutrients. Overall, more than 245 different plant species have been documented on the preserve.Latitude: 33.828 Longitude: -81.202

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Paul Cézanne (French, 1839 – 1906), Trees and Rocks near the Château Noir, ca. 1900-06, Oil on canvas, 24 3/8 x 20 ¼ inches, Framed: 31 ½ x 27 ¼ x 2 ¼ inches, Collection of The Dixon Gallery and Gardens; Museum Purchase from Cornelia Ritchie and Ritchie Trust No. 4, 1996.2.20

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The Governor’s Mansion Complex has housed the state’s governors since 1868. A tour includes the state dining room, two drawing rooms, the library, and the smaller Palmetto Dining Room—all furnished with period antiques. Two additional homes grace this lovely 9-acre complex. Governor’s Mansion. Tours free by reservation all year long. 800 Richland Street. Call 803-737-1710 for more info. www.scgovernorsmansion.org

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Walk through the history of the early eighteenth century SC Midlands’ “back country” at the Cayce Historical Museum. Museum exhibits highlight colonial trade, agricultural development, and transportation and also feature Native American exhibits dating back thousands of years! Open Tues-Fri 9 AM-4 PM and Sat-Sun 2-5 PM. Admission charged. 1800 12th Street, Cayce. 803-739-5385. www.cityofcayce-sc.gov/visiting

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Charleston architects Edward C. Jones and Francis D. Lee designed Kensington Mansion, located in Eastover, SC. With 29 rooms and 12,000 square feet of ﬂoor space, the raised basement contains a massive cistern that held 10,000 gallons of water for household use. The house stands on Headquarters Plantation on the Wateree River in Richland County, directly across the river from the Singleton family seat in Sumter County. Tours are Thurs, Fri, and Sat, except for major holidays, starting in March. Guided tours are oﬀered four times a day at 9:30 & 11 am and 1 & 2:30 pm. Admission. Groups of ten or more? Call 803-353-0456 to reserve. Located on Hwy. 601, 6 miles south of Hwy. 378, a 1/2 mile past the entrance to 23 International Paper.

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When most community based farmers markets are closed for the season, the South Carolina State Farmers Market is just gearing up for the winter. Rain or shine, every Saturday through the winter and spring months, the SC Department of Agriculture and the SC Specialty Food Association host a weekly indoor CertiďŹ ed SC Farmers Market in the Farmers Market Pavilion of the Corbett Building. The SC State Farmers Market has something local every season. The chickens are still laying eggs. The honey is still sweet. The greens are still leafy and crisp. There is always something to enjoy year round. http://bit.ly/VuRZOC

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game at 6,795 yards, par 73, 18-hole course and is excellent for players of all ages and abilities. Enjoy friendly, professional service from their PGA staff who are on hand to assist you in the pro shop. Hours: Sunday-Saturday, 7:00 am-7:00 pm 356 Camp Ground Road, Columbia, SC 29203 Green Fees: Weekdays $9 - $12 (9 Holes) $12-$17 (18 Holes) Weekend/Holidays $15 (9 Holes) $24 (18 Holes) Passenger Carts: $7 (9 Holes) $14 (18 Holes) Pull Carts: $2 (803) 754-6331 . http://bit.ly/THNpMV

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backpack! Join The Backpacker for free classes that will have you properly prepared for enjoying the outdoors! For the experienced camper, hiker, and allaround outdoors person, these classes will help you learn how to make your outdoor adventure more fun, more convenient, and more importantly....safer! “Backpacking 101” classes will be offered throughout the spring and include How to Pack Your Pack & Clothing: Layering for Three-Season Backpacking and Trailside Cooking. For dates and times please visit their website at www.backpackerqualitygear.com or call 803-799-7571. The Backpacker is located at 1215 Wayne Street in the Vista. http://bit.ly/Tsv7DF

The Senior Sports Games is a fantastic opportunity for 50 and better’s to get active, get out, and enjoy a friendly competition! Put on by the Irmo Chapin Recreation Commission, this event features bowling, horseshoes, badminton, bocce, track and field events, and more! Both men and women of 50+ can come out and enjoy some fresh air and exercise while making this year’s games bigger and better! April 22-26. Event brochures are available at the front desk at Crooked Creek Park in Chapin (345-6181) or Seven Oaks Park in Irmo (772-3336). http://bit.ly/UNf9ox

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for sitting in the outdoor shade or outdoor concerts, and benches and picnic tables. 1249 Lexington Avenue, Irmo. Free.

Dreher Island State Park Fish, launch your boat, take a trail walk or enjoy a picnic under one of the 13 shelters at this state park, located on the shores of 50,000 acre Lake Murray. Admission charged. 3677 State Park Road, Prosperity, SC. www.southcarolinaparks.com

Sesquicentennial State Park Situated in the middle of the Sandhills region, Sesqui features a beautiful 30-acre lake surrounded by trails and picnic areas. 9564 Two Notch Road. Admission charged. www.southcarolinaparks.com

Finlay Park Finlay Park hosts a dramatic waterfall and stream cascading down landscaped terraces to the park lake. Relax in porch-style swings or take a walk/jog/bike around the lake. An extensive play area is also available for kids. 930 Laurel Street. Free.

OUR RIVERS The Saluda River and Broad River meet in a churning rush of rapids, and then combine to form the Congaree River. Kayaking, canoeing, walking, biking, and nature exploration are just a few possibilities for fun on and along the rivers.

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Located in suburban Lexington, this park is popular with picnickers and walkers. This 15acre, heavily wooded park boasts an easy-tofollow loop trail, picnic shelters, restrooms, Riverfront Park and Columbia Canal The flat, easy-walking, 2 ½-mile Park and and a fishing dock. Canal path follows the old towpath of the 241 Gibson Road, Lexington. Free. Columbia Canal, which was used to tow cargo barges during the 19th century. Benches for Irmo Town Park resting make this the perfect place to relax and Northwest of suburban Irmo, this beautiful enjoy the Broad River. In the spring, you can park is situated off Lake Murray Boulevard. see the rare spider lilies blooming out among Picturesque landscaping includes a stream the rocky shoals. 312 Laurel Street Free. with lush water plants and flowers, a gazebo ICRC.NET

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Saluda Shoals Park • Visit the Wetlands Preserve and observe herons, ducks, fish, frogs, turtles and more! • 10 miles of paved and unpaved trails bring your own bike or rent one there! • Canoe or kayak the Saluda from the park... bring your own boat or rent one there! • Picnic facilities & playgrounds!

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Over sixteen miles of roads and trails weave through the pine and hardwood forest, crossing wandering streams and descending through leafy glades to the Broad River.the Forest boasts almost twenty miles of trails for walking, jogging, hiking, and bicycling that range from moderately easy to difficult. A landing located near the Broad River provides access for kayaks and canoes. Located off Broad River Road in Harbison. Admission.

The Saluda River Saluda Shoals Park Saluda Shoals Park is a premier, natural, environmentally sensitive riverfront park that invites visitors to experience the treasures of the Saluda River through exceptional educational, recreational and cultural opportunities. Located along the banks of the beautiful Saluda River, this 400 acre regional park offers the following amenities– • Paved/unpaved trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding • River Observation Deck • Boat Ramp/Canoe/Kayak Launch • Picnic Shelters • 11,000-square-foot Environmental Education Center and Exhibit Hall • 10,000 square-foot state-of-the-art conference facility, the River Center 5605 Bush River Road. 803-731-5208. Admission charged. http://bit.ly/UNf9ox

The Congaree River West Columbia Riverwalk & Cayce Riverwalk and Extension Enjoy the tranquil Congaree from the west side of the river. The Riverwalk offers beautiful views of the Congaree from its lighted paved paths, bridges, boardwalks and overlooks.Restrooms available. Entrances off State Street Bridge in West Columbia and off Axtell Drive and State Street in Cayce. www.riveralliance.org/3rg.html

Congaree National Park

South Carolina’s only national park, Congaree National Park preserves one of the largest and oldest original hardwood bottomland forests in the United States. Enjoy some fresh air and experience hiking and paddling. Rangerguided hikes and canoe trips can be reserved, or take a quiet walk on the 2.5 mile boardwalk Riverbanks Zoo & Garden The Botanical Garden’s natural Woodlands loop. 100 National Park Road Hopkins, SC. Walk and River Trail leads to historic mill Free www.nps.gov/cong ruins from the 1800s and offers an unparalleled view of the Saluda, its rushing waters, Granby Park kayakers and interesting wildlife. Enter the 24 acres, river-accessible recreation, off-path Botanical Garden at 1300 Botanical Parkway trails for mountain bikes and runners, and just off US Highway 378 from Interstates 20 views of the Congaree River from bridges, boardwalks, overlooks, and a ½ mile and 26 in West Columbia or walk of lighted paths accommodating all across the Saluda River footbridge levels of physical ability. Located at from the Zoo. the end of Catawba Street, off Huger 803-779-8717. Admission charged. Street, Columbia. Free. www.riverbanks.org www.riveralliance.org/3rg.html ©

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January - April 2013 Spring Events JANUARY Now through June 9, 2013

Secrets of the Maya Come unearth the secrets of the Maya from 2000 B.C. to the present and see over 125 artifacts including photographs, stone carvings, and more! Explore a life size recreation of an ancient Maya hut, learn about the Maya cosmos, and marvel at murals of their ancient temples! South Carolina State Museum, 301 Gervais Street. 803-898-4921. http://bit.ly/UNhFv8 South Carolina State Museum

10-20 Restaurant Week South Carolina: This exciting event showcases the outstanding culinary scene throughout the state of South Carolina. From fine to casual dining, participating restaurants will feature special menu items, promotions and discounts. http://bit.ly/10WCt3z. 12 Museum Roadshow: Gather your antiques for an informal appraisal! Museum curators and local experts will be on hand not only to discuss items, but also to provide tips on caring for the objects. Bring in your jewelry, fine art, military memorabilia, furniture and more! SC State Museum, 301 Gervais St. http://bit.ly/UNhFv8.. 17

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Miranda Lambert and Dierks Bentley: “Locked & Reloaded” Tour:

The Colonial Life Arena

Known for their distinctive styles of music, Miranda Lambert and Dierks Bentley bring to the stage scores of #1 singles, chart topping albums and trophies from The Grammy’s, CMA’s, ACM’s and CMT’s. Lambert and Bentley will also be accompanied by special guest, Lee Brice, one of country music’s rising stars. It’ll be a rockin’ night of country music! 7:30PM. Colonial Life Arena, 801 Lincoln Street. 1-877-489-2849. http://bit.ly/RnebMo.

19 World of Beer Festival: All About Beer Magazine has presented almost 30 festivals in NC, SC, FL and VA since 1996. Their mission is to educate the public in beer appreciation and quality, as well as build the local beer community. Afternoon sessions 12-4PM, Evening sessions 6-10PM. Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. http://bit.ly/V6lPYY. 19 Rocketman - A Tribute to Sir Elton John: Performed by the Columbia, SC based rock quartet Tokyo Joe, Rocket Man is sure to leave every Elton John fan feeling as though they have experienced a tribute performance worthy of the original. Several special guests will also be performing including a 14 year member of Elton John’s touring group! 7:30PM, Koger Center for the Arts. 803-739-2275. http://bit.ly/Tojjgy. 22 Craft Bar Happy Hour: It’s back and fun for crafters of all ages! Bring your project, enjoy great snacks, refreshing beverages and the best of crafter camaraderie to get your juices flowing in the Museum’s unconventional craft haven. Don’t have a project? No worries, pick up a featured craft kit for $12 that night. Columbia Museum of Art, 1515 Main Street. 6-9PM. $12 / $8 for members. 803-799-2810. http://bit.ly/UNg88j.

FEBRUARY 2 History in the Making: Learn all about the rich culture of African Americans through the African American Art Exhibit, trivia, dispelling myths and stereotypes, stage entertainment, games, and more! It’s fun for the entire family! 1-5PM. Dutch Square Mall, 421 Bush River Rd. http://bit.ly/TswHWa. 2 Clean Sweep 2013: The Thrill of the Hunt: The sale features new and used items donated by Junior League members, citizens, and local businesses at affordable prices. Cantey Building, SC State Fairgrounds, 1200 Rosewood Dr. 803-252-4552. http://bit.ly/TlDb4o. 7 Daddy Daughter Valentine’s Dance: Dads and daughters alike will enjoy an evening of dinner and dancing as they share quality time together. 6-9PM. Crooked Creek Park, 1098 Old Lexington Hwy, Chapin, SC. 803-345-6181. http://bit.ly/UNf9ox 8-9 Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam: The world's largest and most popular monster truck tour, performing to over 4 million fans annually with an edge-of-yourseat experience as these twelve-feet-tall, ten-thousand-pound trucks race and rip through a custom-designed track full of obstacles. Colonial Life Arena, 801 Lincoln Street. 1-877-489-2849. http://bit.ly/RnebMo.

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25-27 Columbia Home Building & Remodeling Expo: This event brings together homeowners and many of the most knowledgeable and experienced remodeling and building experts to help make your dream home a reality! Showcased will be the latest in everything for the home! Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, 1101 Lincoln Street. http://bit.ly/V0ct2Y.

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Spring Gardening Events Columbia Garden Club Spring Plant & Tree Exchange Saturday, March 9 | 10AM Forest Park Shopping Center in Forest Acres

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Garden Tours of the Robert Mills Founder Garden 3rd Thurs. of every month | 11AM Rober t Mills House & Gardens, 1616 Blanding St. 803-252-1770 | http://bit.ly/UNjCHU Guests can compare and contrast the visual aesthetics of the late 18th and 19th century landscape gardening to an earlier styled English Boxwood garden based on formal French gardens.

Historic Columbia Foundation Gardening Symposium Friday, March 1 | 8AM - Presentations Saturday, March 2 – Garden Tour Rober t Mills Carriage House, 1616 Blanding St. 803-252-1770 | http://bit.ly/UNjCHU Garden enthusiasts will enjoy this unique perspective on gardening as we look at past practices, historic landscapes and heirloom plants to gain a better understanding of organic and sustainable gardening today. Saturday’s tour will feature local gardens nestled an historic neighborhood.

8-10 2nd Annual Columbia Women’s Show: Fashion shows, hands-on workshops and seminars relating to nutrition, cooking, fitness, entertaining, organization and more. Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, 1101 Lincoln Street. http://bit.ly/SedYKs 9-10 Valentine’s Paddle: Take your special someone on a guided canoe or kayak tour of the Congaree River, with this romantic outdoor adventure! Offered the Saturday and Sunday before the big day. Trips fill up, so make reservations! 1-4PM. 208 Candi Lane-Suite A. 803-799-0999. http://bit.ly/Szcckd. 14 Never Too Early Valentine’s Cruise: Make this Valentine’s day extra special with a romantic dinner and cruise on the Spirit of Lake Murray! A romantic evening with quality service and excellent food. Call 803-730-3044 for reservations. http://bit.ly/UGrchO. 16 Voices of Our People: A celebration of AfricanAmerican history and culture through music, poetry and dance hosted by Zuri of Zuri's Parallel Worlds. 3-4PM. Richland County Public Library, 1431 Assembly Street. http://bit.ly/S1iuu3.

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Midlands Plant & Flower Festival April 18-21 | Thurs-Sat 8AM-6PM, Sun 12-5PM SC State Farmers Market, 3483 Charleston Hwy, West Columbia 803-734-2210 | http://1.usa.gov/UeQIti Come to the festival and pick up some gorgeous plants and flowers for your home! The South Carolina Department of Agriculture will hold its annual spring Plant and Flower Festival at the new State Farmers Market in West Columbia. This fourday event features plants and yard decor for sale from local and regional vendors. Come find just what you need to make your yard the envy of the neighborhood. Free admission and free parking, - bring a wagon!

Mickey Mouse and his friends from The Little Mermaid, Aladdin, Toy Story and more will come rock the Colonial Life Arena as some of your favorite Disney toons are remixed to the sounds of today featuring hip hop, pop, swing, reggae, rock, country and more! Colonial Life Arena, 801 Lincoln Street. 1-877-489-2849. http://bit.ly/RnebMo 23 Melodies on Murray: “Don’t Freeze in the Breeze” Don’t miss the winter series aboard the Spirit of Lake Murray which will feature a different performer and decadent menu each night. Call 803-730-3044 for more information and reservations. http://bit.ly/UGrchO.

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“Shuckin’ on the Shoals” Oyster Roast & Silent Auction This fun fundraiser for the Saluda Shoals Foundation is the perfect opportunity to have fun and support Saluda Shoals, a park that gives back to the community all year. Enjoy a delicious assortment of beer, wine, oysters and chili that will be served throughout the evening. 4-8PM. Saluda Shoals Park, 5605 Bush River Road. 803-731-5208. http://bit.ly/Yr010y

MARCH 1-3 Craftmen’s Spring Classic Arts and Crafts Festival: Voted consistently as one of the top 100 shows in the Nation this event features original work from over 300 talented artists and crafts people. Something for every taste and budget with items from the most contemporary to the most traditional. SC State Fairgrounds, 1200 Rosewood Dr. http://bit.ly/TolIYA. 2 Gala 2013 Le Bal du Moulin Rouge: Come celebrate the arts Parisian style as the Columbia Museum of Art is transformed into the famed Moulin Rouge. In celebration of the major museum exhibition, Impressionism from Monet to Matisse, nearly 1,000 leading community patrons will experience the excitement and romance of an iconic Parisian experience, and be captivated in the joie de vivre. 7PM-Midnight. 1515 Main Street. 803-799-2810. http://bit.ly/UNg88j.

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Hampton-Preston Mansion Koger Center for the Arts Mann-Simons Cottage Memorial Park McKissick Museum Modjeska-Simpkins House Riverbanks Zoo & Garden Richland Co. Public Library

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Robert Mills House SC State Library SC State Museum/Confederate Relic Room Township Auditorium Trinity Episcopal Cathedral Tunnelvision Woodrow Wilson Boyhood Home USC Visitor Center Edventure Children’s Museum

MARCH continued 2 South Carolina Cornbread Festival: Come celebrate cornbread, a true southern staple! Fun for the whole family with a cornbread cook-off, children’s cook-off, a Little Miss Muffin Pageant, a Bike & Car Show, live music and even a “BE Sugar Free” 5k Run/Walk to raise diabetes awareness! 10AM-10PM, North Main Street, Columbia, SC. http://bit.ly/V6DAHU 7-10

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus: Dragons! Don’t miss Dragons! where for the first time in circus history, myth and majesty will share the arena. Dragon tribes from the far reaches of the earth are brought together in a single performance, displaying their breathtaking skills in a circus tournament of champions! Colonial Life Arena, 801 Lincoln Street. http://bit.ly/RnebMo. 8-10 47th Annual Carolina Classic Home & Garden Show: The Carolina Classic Home & Garden Show is the largest home and garden exhibit in the Midlands and will feature displays in all of the buildings at the state fairgrounds. Over 300 exhibitors in gardening, home improvement, and outdoor products will fill the Cantey, Ellison, Moore, Ruff, and Hampton buildings and outdoor areas. Admission charged.1200 Rosewood Drive. http://bit.ly/SBkpaD

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15 Winter Jam 2013 Tour Spectacular: This will be the eighteenth installment of one of Christian music’s biggest events! Featuring some of the top names in Christian music, there are no tickets, and admission is only $10 at the door! More than an event, Winter Jam is a ministry! 7PM. Colonial Life Arena, 801 Lincoln Street. 1-877-489-2849. http://bit.ly/RnebMo. 16 St. Pat’s in Five Points: Celebrate your inner Irish with food, fun, and local flare! “Get the Green” 5K run and 1-mile walk, the St. Pat’s in Five Points Parade, Beauty Pageant, Children’s Carnival, Shaggin’ on the Santee, and live music galore! http://bit.ly/Yr2kkp. 21 Taste of Lake Murray: Sample foods from local restaurants, dance the night away, bid at the silent and live auctions and more! DoubleTree by Hilton, 2100 Bush River Rd. 803-781-5940. http://bit.ly/11d8hQH. 22-24 Sportsman’s Classic: Over 300 exhibitors featuring fishing, hunting, boats. State Fairgrounds. http://1.usa.gov/SBkRpj

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EdVenture Children’s Museum and Coplon’s presents Girls Night Out! This exciting night of fashion, music, food and fun is bringing Columbia the season’s hottest new fashions. This high-energy fashion show has become a signature fundraiser for the museum and a premier fashion event for the Midlands. All proceeds benefit educational outreach programs at EdVenture. 701 Whaley Street. http://bit.ly/Ve9esw

Egg Huntin’ Time! Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt Friday March 22 Gibson Road Soccer Complex 803-359-996 | www.lcrac.com The Lexington Recreation & Aging Commission puts on this family-fun event, which starts at 8pm. Kids up to 12 years of age can participate in the hunt. Free Movie in the Park follows! 44th Cottontail Festival and Egg Hunt March 23 | 10AM-2PM | Egg Hunt starts at 1PM | (Rain date: March 24) Sesquicentennial State Park 803-754-6720 ex. 237 www.richlandcountyrecreation.com This awesome family event will have games, rides, arts and crafts and more! Egg Hunts will begin promptly at 1PM (Be sure to get there early!)

Flashlight Egg Hunt March 29 | 8PM Crooked Creek Park, 1098 Old Lexington Highway, Chapin, SC 8803-345-6181 | http://bit.ly/YAkxNK Enjoy the thrill of hunting for Easter eggs with a twist. Hunt for them at night! Easter Regatta 2013 March 29-31 | Times vary 803-781-4518 www.columbiasailingclub.org Herald the coming spring! Come and watch the sailors compete in one of the most important sailing events on Lake Murray. The Regatta course is near the towers at the dam and the public may view from the shoreline.

“Anything But Pork”.On Saturday, sample over 30 different kinds of barbeque and once you find the one you love, buy a plateful or more! Teams across the south will be competing for top prizes in various categories of barbeque. With barbecue tastings, live entertainment, cooking demonstrations, and local vendors, you won’t want to miss this! Friday 5-9PM, Saturday 10AM-3PM. SC State Farmer’s Market, 3483 Charleston Hwy, West Columbia, SC. http://1.usa.gov/SehZyA. 23 American Heart Association Heart Walk: Celebration and registration starts at 8AM with activities such as Heart Health Checks. The 3.3 mile race begins at 9AM. Colonial Life Arena, 801 Lincoln Street. http://bit.ly/QqJoPp. 30 81st Annual Carolina Cup: A time honored South Carolina tradition that draws over 65,000 fans from throughout the southeast to enjoy the thrilling sport of steeplechase horse racing. Springdale Race Course, Camden, SC. http://bit.ly/V6F8Bx.

APRIL Every Friday in April - Happy Hour History Tour of 5 Points: Join Historic Columbia Foundation and learn about the history of Five Points while stopping for drinks and appetizers along the way! What began as a trolley hub for Columbia's first planned suburban neighborhood has evolved into one of the city’s entertainment hot-spots. 5:30PM. 803-252-1770. http://bit.ly/YAkxNK

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Toddler Egg Hunt March 26 | 6PM Crooked Creek Park, 1098 Old Lexington Highway, Chapin, SC 803-345-6181 | http://bit.ly/YAkxNK A fun and safe Easter Egg hunt for little ones hosted by the Irmo Chapin Recreation Commission. For tots up to age 4!

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APRIL 4-7 Tartan Day South Highland Games & Celtic Festival: Celebrate all things celtic with music, dance, athletic competitions, pipe bands, demonstrations and of course guys in kilts! And don’t miss Celtic Rock Giants “Seven Nations” on Friday night! Times vary. http://bit.ly/U34jDU. 11-14 Disney on Ice: Dare to Dream: A vibrant, contemporary compilation of princesses, featuring popular songs and unforgettable scenes from two of Disney’s newest fairy tales and one of the most cherished stories of all time. See Rapunzel with her golden locks, Cinderella’s royal ball, and Tiana from The Princess and the Frog. Colonial Life Arena, 801 Lincoln Street. 1-877-489-2849. http://bit.ly/RnebMo 12-21 2013 Indie Grits Festival: Make a Scene: Enjoy an array of cultural events that showcase progressive cultural life unmatched in the Southeast! This festival features film, music, stage performances, art, crafts, food, interactive events, and parties! http://bit.ly/TtCaL5 13 & 14

18th Annual Columbia International Festival Travel the world as you visit 60 national exhibits, sample cuisine from around the globe, buy imported gifts and souvenirs in the International Bazaar, and much, much more. The colorful Parade of Nations will display the flags of about 100 countries. A fashion show will dazzle you with the traditional clothing of many lands.You can also meet people who provide services to our new international neighbors. Comecelebrate the rich cultural and national diversity that exists in our midst! Have a great time as you "see, taste, and experience the world" at the 18th Annual Columbia International Festival! http://bit.ly/Vh3EQt

Carrie Underwood: “Blown Away Tour” Superstar Carrie Underwood will bring her critically acclaimed “Blown Away Tour” to Colonial Life Arena on Wednesday, April 17. A donation of $1 from each ticket sold will support Red Cross disaster relief. Every year, the American Red Cross prepares for and responds to nearly 70,000 disasters across the United States. This donation will help the Red Cross provide shelter, food, and emotional support for those in need after a disaster. Carrie’s performance and the spectacular show production are being heralded by media. “Carrie’s always been great, but now she’s in a league of her own,” shared WTHT on-air personality Cory Garrison. “It was more than a show, it was an experience.” The Hartford Courant reviewer stated, “Underwood’s stage show was one of the most spectacular in recent memory." Visit the Colonial Life Arena website for tickets! http://bit.ly/QCXNrH 20 Pork in the Park: This event will feature great food, kids activities, live music and a barbecue competition! Bring your family out to feast on some of the best barbecue in South Carolina.11:00AM-2:30PM. Downtown Newberry. 803-3211015. http://bit.ly/Tuloui.

APRIL 20-21 Great American Backyard Campout: Encouraging families who have never camped to come Sign up for our emails and find out what’s going on every week! www.hugerstreet.com

enjoy nature! Learn techniques for successful camping such as how to cook over a campfire and how to start a fire. Enjoy guided outdoor activities, s'mores and more! Tent and food provided. Sesquicentennial State Park. Pre-registration required and space is limited, call 803-788-2706. http://bit.ly/S1f3DI. 20 Bark to the Park - Walk and Festival for the Animals: Enjoy a fun-filled family day and support shelter pets in the Midlands! Come enjoy a one-mile fun walk for people and their pets, Pawmetto Lifeline's mobile vaccine clinic, vendors, great food, fun contests, rescue groups, live entertainment and of course...dogs! Finlay Park, 930 Laurel Street. http://bit.ly/11e1eao. 20 Midlands Walk to Defeat ALS: This inspirational day is not one to miss! Join the walk to help the ALS Association, SC Chapter make a difference in the fight against Lou Gehrig’s Disease. Riverfront Canal and Park, 312 Laurel Street. http://bit.ly/WvKrLM. 26-28 6th Annual Santee Birding and Nature Festival: Every year bird lovers and nature enthusiasts flock to Santee and the surrounding areas to take part in one of the only nature festivals in the state of South Carolina! This festival is a great opportunity to spend the day or the whole weekend learning about wonderful natural places and their inhabitants. 803-478-2217. http://1.usa.gov/QMz4T7. 27 Riverwalk Music Festival: This annual event combines live music, food and visual arts right next to West Columbia’s scenic Riverwalk! Free! 2-9PM. Corner of Meeting St. & Alexander Rd, West Columbia, at Gervais St. Bridge. http://bit.ly/SMW4OO 27 EdStravaGanza: The museum’s largest fundraiser and one of Columbia’s premier charity events will set the stage for adults to celebrate the power of play as they engage in creative activities, music, and special performances throughout the evening. All proceeds benefit educational outreach programs at EdVenture. 7PM. EdVenture Children’s Museum, 211 Gervais Street. http://bit.ly/Ve9esw. 27 Cook-Out for Kids: Come support the Epworth Children’s Home and enjoy delicious barbeque, desserts, and live music! It’s a tasty way to support a great cause with all the proceeds going directly to the children’s home. Drive-thru available or stop, eat, and enjoy a tour! 11AM-4PM. 2900 Millwood, Ave. http://bit.ly/RwIeDf 27-28 Sparkleberry Country Fair: It’s the only fair in the state that’s fun, educational and supports local education! Featuring live animal exhibits, antique farm equipment, both antique and classic cars, carnival rides, entertainment, food, arts & crafts and more! Clemson University Sandhill Research & Education Center, 900 Clemson Rd. http://bit.ly/V06jzK. May 3-5 Orangeburg Festival of Roses: Celebrate the beautiful roses of Edisto Memorial Gardens! A fun-filled weekend with arts and crafts, rides and games, live entertainment, sports tournaments, canoe/kayak races, and great food! http://bit.ly/Y6m51C. May 4 Pickin’ & Piggin’: Get ready to pig out on this Carolina favorite! Enjoy over 15 different kinds of barbeque made by chefs from all over the state! Live music, barbeque competitions and of course finger-licking barbeque for all! Tickets are required. 11AM-3PM. Saluda Shoals Park, 5605 Bush River Rd. http://bit.ly/S1xCrq

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1. Go Fly a Kite!

Windy spring weather and warm sunshine are perfect for flying kites, and kite flying as a pair makes it that much more fun! Columbia is filled with many green spaces that are ideal to run around in with kite in hand such as Crooked Creek Park in Chapin or Seven Oaks Park in Irmo. Afterwards, take a break and eat a romantic picnic lunch or enjoy a leisurely stroll hand in hand to continue the outdoor fun! Visit icrc.net for directions and seasonal park hours.

2. Treasure Hunt

What could be better than the excitement of finding hidden treasure? All you need is a GPS and a spirit for adventure! Go hunting for geocaches with your sweetie. The geocaching hype has died down some, but there are still great caches to be found locally! The treasure you actually find may not be all that valuable, but the time you spend together will be priceless! Visit geocaching.com to see a full list of all local geocaches.

3. Limo Date & Theatre

Splurge! Pick up your date in a chauﬀeured limousine for an evening you’ll never forget. Make your first stop the very special Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse in the Vista, where impeccable service and a sizzling steak are yours . After dinner, the show starts at 8pm at Workshop Theatre, where this Spring you can catch a top-notch production of Brighton Beach Memoirs (Jan 1126) or The Color Purple (Mar 15-30).

4. Float Trip

Time to break out of the winter blues and enjoy the Carolina sunshine! Spend a very fun day on the river - Get Your Gear On makes an outdoor date a breeze! Take your special someone on a guided canoe or kayak tour of the Congaree River, with the Valentines Day Paddle oﬀered the Saturday & Sunday before Feb 14. Or enjoy Spring on the River, a guided paddle tour oﬀered during March and April. Call 803-799-0999 for details.

5. Indulge your Inner Child

What toys did you play with as a kid? What kind of games did you enjoy? If that wasn’t all that long ago, you may still have some of them. Pull them out and spend an afternoon with your old faves... But if childhood was 30 years ago or more, head to an antique store, such as City Market Antiques Mall (705 Gervais Street) or 763 Antique Mall (763 Meeting Street), and try to find the games and toys you enjoyed when you were little! You’ll have fun exploring and learn something new about © each other! DISCOVER COLUMBIA 39

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LET’S SHOP! malls and centers Columbia Place: is Northeast Columbia’s enclosed mall with over 100 stores and eateries. 7201 Two Notch Road. Another Reason to Go: Columbia’s only Macy’s department store location is at Columbia Place. Columbiana Centre Mall: Located in northwest Columbia, this enclosed mall is anchored by Belk, Dillards, JC Penney, and Sears and features a large food court and scores of specialty stores. 100 Columbiana Circle. Another Reason to Go: “Family Fun Days,” held regularly, offer children 7 and under a puppet show, a make and take art project, Kindermusic, story-time, puzzles, and more. FREE. See website for dates: http://bit.ly/PbH6ns Dutch Square Mall: All roads lead to Dutch Square, South Carolina’s first and

favorite mall, featuring Belk and Burlington Coat Factory, specialty stores, and a 14screen movie theater. 421 Bush River Road. Another Reason to Go: The John Miranda Art Gallery features the works of local artists, from quirky to traditional. http://bit.ly/S17Rrc Richland Mall: is in the heart of Forest Acres, near Fort Jackson with Belk, Barnes & Noble, restaurants, and cinema. 3400 Forest Drive. Another Reason to Go: Columbia Children’s Theatre is located on the 2nd level and performs throughout the year - www.columbiachildrenstheatre.com Trenholm Plaza: is in the heart of Forest Acres, near Fort Jackson with SteinMart, Books-A-Million, Fresh Market, specialty stores, and restaurants. 4840 Forest Drive. Another Reason to Go: The Original Pancake House, celebrating over 50 years of the finest ingredients, freshest batters, and awardwinning recipes! Village at Sandhill: is Northeast Columbia's 300-acre perfect mix of living, shopping, dining, and entertainment! Charming streetscapes, town center, and distinctive architecture featuring Academy Sports & Outdoors, Old Navy, TJ Maxx, Home Goods, Belk, JC Penney, Books-AMillion, boutiques, and a 16-screen cinema. Another Reason to Go: Enjoy free outdoor concerts and weekend train rides. http://bit.ly/WO3CCP

boutique shopping City Center: Downtown shopping is making a comeback. Gift shops, an outdoor store, art galleries, and specialty stores are new additions to downtown. Another Reason to Go: This Spring enjoy shopping at the Columbia Museum of Art Gift Shop! Congaree Vista: is an eclectic mix of businesses line Gervais Street and its side streets, near the heart of the city. Here you’ll 40

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find galleries, over 45 restaurants, nightclubs, and shops offering American crafts, antiques, and more. Another Reason to Go: City Market Antiques is a huge treasury of wonderful items from past centuries, all housed in an historic warehouse from the 1800â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Gervais St. Devine Street: Upscale shops line Devine Street in the Shandon neighborhood on the east side of Columbia, beyond Five Points. Unique retailers offer apparel and accessories for men, women, and children, as well as furniture, gift ware, and home decor. Five Points: near the University of South Carolina, Five Points is home to retail shops selling hip clothing, art, gourmet foods, wine, and jewelry, restaurants & nightclubs Harden and Devine Sreets. West Columbia: Antique malls like 763 Meeting Street Antique Mall (our favorite), specialty shops and gourmet restaurants are found across the Gervais Street bridge (US 1). Lexington's Old Mill: On Main Street in Lexington, this historic conversion on a 40 acre pond is now home to a mix of restaurants, shops, galleries, and more.

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WHY CHOOSE GREATER COLUMBIA? It’s Warm!

It’s Good for Kids! With solid public schools (some ranked best in the state!) forward-thinking children’s programs, and excellent private schools, Greater Columbia students achieve impressive SAT and ACT scores year in and year out. We are home to the University of South Carolina (the state’s It’s Fun! Boating and fishing are fine flagship university!), Columbia College, Benedict College, and Allen University! on Lake Murray and Lake Wateree. Hiking It’s sunny! It’s famously hot! It certainly isn’t cold. The average high in July is 92 (our hottest month!), and our coldest month (January) only dips down to 55 degrees! We bask in the sunshine more than 200 days each year and get very little, if any snow!

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It’s Good For Business! We are home to the beautiful, state-of-the-art Columbia Metropolitan Airport; a UPS hub; Interstates 26, 20, and 77; are near the port of Charleston; and the Midlands Workforce Development Board helps train and staff companies here. We are a “rightto-work” state.

is great at Congaree National Park, Harbison State Forest, or on the statewide Palmetto Trail. Throw a stone and you’ll hit one of our great city and county parks. We love our USC Gamecock baseball (the #1 National Champions 2010 and 2011!), football, and basketball games. And, Greater Columbia is at the center of the recreation capital of the universe: South Carolina! Hop in your car and, a mere 2 hours later, turn up on a seaside beach or a mountain hiking trail!

It’s Good For You! We’re known statewide and regionally for our outstanding health care facilities. Nine It’s Sophisticated! As the hospitals and the USC School of Medicine cultural hub of our state, Greater Columbia are here. is home to the a world-class art museum; 3 ballet companies; the South Carolina Email me if you need any info. I’m always Philharmonic; the Lake Murray Symphony; glad to be of help and direct you to the jazz, bluegrass, and blues organizations; right place! kathy@gardenerguides.com two wonderful library systems; top-notch theatre and one of the country’s best You’re going to love it! zoological and botanical gardens!

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Hilton Honors Lounge Now Open at Doubletree! Hilton Honors is the rewards program offered by properties that carry a Hilton affiliation (including Hampton Inn, Hilton Garden Inn, Hilton, Doubletree and Homewood Suites.) Doubletree by Hilton on Bush River Road is now the only Columbia Hilton affiliate with an Honors Lounge. Opened in September 2012, this new addition to Doubletree's already beautiful property offers Diamond and Gold category Hilton Honors members another FREE perk when staying at the hotel. The Honors Lounge is open each weekday morning offering a complimentary complete hot breakfast with fresh bakery items; opens

from 5pm - 8pm Mon - Thurs for Social Hour featuring hors d'oeuvres, cocktails, wine and beer; and Dessert Hour from 8pm - 10pm Mon-Thurs. Doubletree by Hilton The lounge also offers a computer station, WiFi, special coffee brews, 60" mounted HD TV as well as newspapers and magazines. Guests who are not Diamond or Gold members may also enjoy the benefits of the Honors Lounge by paying a $30 Step-Up fee. For more information, contact the Doubletree at 803-731-0300. Or visit their website: http://bit.ly/SwwNtn

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Northwest This area is comprised of places like Irmo, St Andrews, Harbison and Ballentine. Great schools and convenience to I-26. Lexington • Richland School District Five

North Home to Columbia College as well as older neighborhoods, this part of Columbia is undergoing renewal projects including beautification and park enhancements. Richland School District One

Blythewood Known for its horse farms, rural beauty, good schools and convenience to I-77, Blythewood is popular with familes and those seeking an idyllic setting. Richland School District Two

Northeast This area of the Midlands is popular with families for its Downtown Older neighborhoods where excellent schools and its homes with character are recreational resources. This maintained by those who love area is near Fort Jackson and older architecture stand beside military families are fond of this buildings of modern design for area. those looking for an upscale Richland School District Two stylish intown residence. Richland School District East One Charming established neighborhoods with mature Lexington West Metro trees and winding lanes, this is This town just west of Cayce, West Columbia and Columbia’s first suburban area. Columbia is the fastest developing area and is popular Springdale make up this area Shandon, Forest Acres, across the river from Rosewood and Lake Katherine with families for its schools downtown Columbia. Older are located here. Absolutely and small town charms. neighborhoods built from the gorgeous in the spring. Lexington School District 1940’s and new homes too. Richland School District One One Lexington School District Two Lake Murray 50,000 acre Lake Murray reaches into four counties and is minutes from Chapin and Lexington. 8000 homes front the lake. Lexington • Richland School District Five & Lexington School District One

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FREE SKILL-BUILDING WORKSHOPS Midlands Workforce Development Board is providing the Midlands with FREE workshops designed to help you build your skills! Workshops include Computer Basics, Welding, Working with a Disability, Networking and more! SC works is bringing employers and job seekers together. Sign up today because spaces are limited. Call 803-737-4471 or visit www.midlandsworks.org. Columbia, Lexington, and Winnsboro locations. The Richland County School District One Hall of Fame was established in 2004 to honor district alumni and other persons who have made significant contributions to Richland One, their professions, their communities and society as a whole. The 9th Annual Richland One Hall of Fame Induction Gala will be held Saturday, January 26, 2013 at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, 1101 Lincoln Street. The reception will begin at 6:00 p.m. and the program will begin at 7:00 p.m. This year’s inductees are: Pastor Sam Goodwin, Jean Sanders Hopkins, Sen. Phil Leventis, Martha Cunningham Monteith, Dr. Jasper Salmond and Dr. Albert N. Thompson, Sr. (posthumously). Tickets are $75 each or $100 for couples. Proceeds from the gala will benefit the district’s Academic All-Stars Recognition Program and Classroom Innovation Teacher Grants Program. For tickets or for more information about the Richland One Hall of Fame, call the Richland One Oﬃce of Communications at (803) 231-7504. ©

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Passport to Art: Columbia Museum of Art

This FREE monthly open studio program is for families and includes creating a theme inspired hands-on art project together, followed by a tour of the Museum. 12-3PM. 803-799-2810 Sunday Jan. 13 - When It’s Black and White: Make a black and white patterned masterpiece using scratchboard. Sunday Feb. 10 - Love Bugs! Create your own Valentines! Sunday March 10 - Watery Landscapes: Get inspired at the Museum's temporary exhibition: Impressionism from Monet to Matisse and create your own water filled landscape. Sunday April 14 - City Streets: Beat spring showers and make wax resist cityscapes. http://bit.ly/UNg88j

Spring Break for Kids 2013 Spring Break for all of our local school districts will be April 1-5. Why not let your kids get the most out of their time off from school with fun and educational Spring Break camps! Seven Oaks Park in Irmo and Crooked Creek Park in Chapin will be offering a week long camp from April 1-5 with fun arts & crafts, field trips, outdoor fun and more! 7:30AM-6PM. Visit icrc.net for more information or call 803-772-1228. The Columbia Museum of Art will be offering Spring Break Workshops on April 1 & 2, with a Monet to Matisse workshop for Grades 1-5 where kids will create colorful and textured Monet inspired art and a Painting 101 workshop for Grades 9-12 where they’ll learn brush strokes, light and color in the exhibition, tool techniques and more! 9AM-4PM. www.columbiamuseum.org, 803-799-2810. EdVenture Children’s Museum will be hosting Eddie’s Spring Break Camp April 1-5. Get ready to warm things up at Eddie's Spring Break Camp with exciting hands-on activities that will have your camper learning and loving it! 8AM-6PM. Spaces are limited so register early. www.edventure.org, 803-779-3100. Riverbanks Zoo is offering Animotion for ages 5-9 where kids will explore how critters get from here to there and they will discover the wide variety of animal motions through daily animal encounters, behind-thescenes tours, zoo walks, arts and crafts, games and more! 803-779-8717. ©

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Historic Columbia Foundation

Great Columbia Quest and Contest: Sat, March 23 Multiple sites. Pop-up challenges. Scavenger huntstyle. By foot, bike or car. 3 hours on the clock. How well do you know your "famously hot" city? Young professionals. Families. Friends. Colleagues. Competitors. History enthusiasts. We're looking for YOU to join us for The Great Columbia Quest & Contest. The Quest is a scavenger hunt inspired by The Amazing Race covering Columbia’s history in some of the city’s significant historic districts and neighborhoods. Visit www.historiccolumbia.org for more details, or 803.252.1770 ext 33.

come again? learning how to talk in soda city.... (cola town) *One of the most mispronounced streets in Columbia is Huger Street, which is named after General Isaac Huger who fought in the American Revolution. Huger, pronounced “YOO-jee”, is definitely not an easy name to pronounce unless you speak French! We named our website “www.hugerstreet.com” with the pronunciation above the logo... just so people new to our area could sound like they’re from around these parts... even with a Boston or Dallas accent! * Gervais Street, pronounced “jur-VAY”, was named for Senator John Lewis Gervais who played a major part in developing our capital. * Guignard Park in Cayce, pronounced “GIN-yard”. The park was donated to the city of Cayce by John Gabriel Guignard’s family after his death. During the late 1700’s John Guignard owned a successful brick-making operation between West Columbia and Cayce on the west bank of the Congaree River. * Chapin, a town northwest of Columbia, is pronounced “CHAY-pin”, and is named for Martin Chapin, founder of the town and lumber mill. *Lugoff, a town northeast of Columbia in Kershaw County is pronounced “LEW-goff”.

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January 19: Learn to Draw in a Day: Learn the basics of art and core fundamentals of drawing from observation and use a variety of drawing tools to learn about line, gesture, contour, perspective, space, light and shade. 10AM-4PM. March 9: Learn to Print in a Day: Monotypes: Learn the technique of monotypes, a technique that artists such as Rembrandt, Picasso and Matisse explored. 10AM-4PM. March 13 - April 17: Figure Drawing for Beginners: Brush up your skills and learn about gesture, contour, value relationships and comprehension of mass. 68PM. Materials Supplied. Columbia Museum of Art, 1515 Main Street. 803-799-2810. {www.columbiamuseum.org.}

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Art Classes! South Kilbourne Elementary: A 2012 National Blue Ribbon School

For the second consecutive year, a Richland County School District One school has been named a National Blue Ribbon School, a prestigious award which honors schools for superior academic achievement. South Kilbourne Elementary School was one of five South Carolina Schools to win a 2012 National Blue Ribbon School Award from the U.S. Department of Education. The National Blue Ribbon Schools Program honors public and private elementary, middle and high schools whose students achieve at very high levels or have made significant progress and helped close gaps in achievement, especially among disadvantaged and minority students. Richland Oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gadsden Elementary School won National Blue Ribbon honors in 2011.

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Best Birthday Bashes!

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Cupcake (803-212-4949) -Cupcake baking and decorating parties (6 and up) -Time: 1 ½ hours - lessons in baking cupcakes, and then decorating their own cupcakes -Party Includes: invitations, apron for each child, gift bag, 2 cupcakes per child, photo of group with frame

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Department of Exercise Science University of South Carolina

GoodBodies!

The YMCA in partnership with The Department of Exercise Science at the University of South Carolina have been striving to enhance their afterschool programs to provide positive and enjoyable atmospheres in which children and teens will gain confidence to live healthy lifestyles every day! Afterschool at the Y engages kids in physically active, learning and imaginative activities that encourage them to build healthy habits and lifestyles. Good Bodies at USC, allows children and teens to learn the importance of health and wellness, portion control, how to positively deal with stress and bullying and take part in fun physical activities such as soccer, swimming, and outdoor games. Afterschool at the Y is available at the Jeep Rogers (803-451-8439) and Lexington (803-359-3376) locations. Good Bodies will be held January 28-April 18 at the USC Blatt PE Center. Cost is $12.50 per session. To register for Good Bodies contact: Samantha Brewer at 803-777-3050. www.sph.sc.edu/exsc/goodbodies/default.htm. Help your kids learn the difference between butterflies and moths, sycamores and oaks, moss and lichen! -Saluda Shoals Park offers children free use of an X-Plorer Pack while in the park - with nature activity guide, field guides, magnifying glass and binoculars! 803-731-5208. icrc.net -Sesquicentennial and Dreher Island State Parks offer a Junior Park Ranger Program - designed for kids from 6 to 9 yrs., they’ll progress through 3 levels, adding to their knowledge of wildlife, recycling, state parks and the Lil..’... work of park rangers. Once they become a Junior Ranger, they get a o..u ..r........ .. Y .. .. .. special prize and assume ranger duties! jrranger.southcarolinaparks.com -Congaree National Park offers a similar Junior Ranger program. 803-776-4396 www.nps.gov/cong/forkids/beajuniorranger.htm

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Frankie’s Fun Park

Fun Park in Columbia serves up great rides, great food, and great times! Attractions include Mini Golf, a Road Course, Batting Cage, Laser Tag, Rookie Track, Drop Zone, Bumper Boats, Fun Slide, a Rock Wall, Fun House, Monaco Slick Track, and an awesome Arcade! 140 Parkridge Drive—take the Harbison Boulevard Exit (#103) off of I-26 and turn left onto Harbison. Then, turn left onto Parkridge. Frankie’s is open Mon-Sat from 10 AM-Midnight & Sunday from Noon-Midnight. They’re open year-round, but call for specific hours of operation as attractions and times vary. 803-791-2342. www.frankiesfunpark.com © 51

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Snowy fun is closer than you think with EdVenture’s exciting Snowville exhibit! Have a snowball fight, play ice hockey, or take a ride down Sled Hill! A wintry world awaits as you explore both the North and South Pole, observe penguins at the Antarctic Research Station or build an ice floe! Children will learn about cool fun and science of snow! Open through February 24th and free with museum admission! Open 9AM-5PM. EdVenture Children’s Museum, 211 Gervais Street. 803-779-3100. www.edventure.org

Columbia SC Kids Marathon Hurry! Sign ups end January 15th! Join the YMCA of Columbia for their 2nd annual Columbia SC Kids Marathon! The Kids Marathon is an innovative endurance-building program designed for kids, K5 through fifth grade. Kids must run a total of 25.2 miles (in 1/4 mile or more increments) by March 8, 2013. Then, on Saturday, March 9, 2013, children will run their last mile together! This final mile is set up with stops along the way so kids can track their progress and move at their own pace. All kid runners will receive t-shirt, finisher's medal, and refreshments! For all information, and to register, visit www.columbiascmarathon.com or www.columbiaymca.org.

Art Explorer Backpacks! Art Explorer Backpacks are designed to encourage families to not only have fun in the galleries with interactive activities but also to feel like the galleries are accessible and welcoming. Each backpack includes a sketchbook with colored pencils, a pair of binoculars, a compass, and hands-on activities that relate to the theme of the backpack chosen. Themes to choose from are pattern, color, shape, and the current traveling exhibition. To check out a backpack, simply ask at the admissions desk! Columbia Museum of Art, 1515 Main Street. www.columbiamuseum.org, 803-799-2810. 52

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Family fun day! Don’t miss Family Fun Day at the Columbiana Centre! Once a month, kids up to age 7 can come and enjoy Kindermusic, story-time, a make and take art project and a puppet show while their parents or guardians will enjoy coupons and other exclusive offers from retailers. Don't miss this free and fun event! 10:30AM-12PM. JCPenney Court - Play Area. Columbiana Centre, 100 Columbiana Circle. Visit www.columbianacentre.com for more information.

Hey! it’s Yogi! Whether you're waiting out the winter or ready for Spring to be sprung, Jellystone Park at Riverbottom Farms is the perfect place to stop! Join us for our St. Patrick's Day Celebration! March 15 - 17. Take part in a Bonfire and Marshmallow Roast, St. Patty's Day Crafts, Treasure Hunt for the Pot O' Gold & more! First Spring Weekend: March 22 - 24- Campfire & Marshmallow Roast, Kid's Crafts, Sandy Candy and Scavenger Hunt! Easter Weekend: March 29 - 31; Check the website for a full schedule! Waking of the Bears: April 5 - 6;Wake up Yogi Bear & Boo Boo, then enjoy Breakfast with the Bear! Anything Glows Weekend: April 12 - 14. Stop by and see the Glow and Light Up Parade, with prizes for the best decorated cart or bike! Also, don’t miss Earth Day Celebration: April 19-21 & Back to Nature Weekend: April 26 - 28. Call 803-568-4182 for reservations or visit http://bit.ly/Q2Ifss for a full schedule and more info!!

SC State Museum

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Jellystone ParkTM at River Bottom Farms

On the first Sunday of each month, the South Carolina State Museum offers general admission for just $1! Take advantage of this opportunity to teach your kids about South Carolina’s history! With four large floors that are teeming with fascinating exhibits, many of which are hands-on, it makes for the perfect outing! The first floor houses a hands-on discovery center perfect for little ones while upstairs you can sit in a replica 1830’s steam engine! Whether it’s gazing up at a 43 foot prehistoric white shark or standing under the giant mastodon, the South Carolina State Museum is educational fun the entire family can enjoy! 301 Gervais Street. Call 803-898-4921. www.museum.state.sc.us © 53 DISCOVER COLUMBIA

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HAPPY SPRING! Make Your Life A Little Brighter! Creating Your Little

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Shangri La: a permanently happy land, isolated from the outside world

Our lives are stressful, and we all need an escape - to a place where it’s cool, refreshing and relaxing. Create a space within your home where you can quietly read, pray, write or think. Someplace where you can burn a scented candle for 15 minutes once a day, and just contemplate the flame. This Spring, instead of decorating your home to be more pleasing to those you love or those you entertain, create a space for YOU. Choose a corner of your bedroom (or room with locking door), and be prepared to rearrange the furniture. Put a super-comfy chair there, one that welcomes you and your tushee! Beside the chair, place a table with drawers or a cabinet to hold your relaxation tools... a Bible, a book, pens, paper, candles, sleep mask, earplugs... whatever will take you to Shangri-La! You’ll need a soft-light lamp too. Hang pictures above the area that take you to a peaceful place... the beach, the mountains, a deep forest. Once you have your corner created, make sure those with whom you share your home know that you are oﬀ-limits for 15 or 20 minutes a day. A “do-not-disturb” sign helps. If you share your home with pets or kids, keep a sheet or blanket handy to cover your chair when you’re not in it. We suggest that this place is yours and yours alone, and you let everyone know that!

We love the Grayson Chair from Ethan Allen on Harbison - a comfortable loose back and generous seating area ensure it is destined to become a favorite respite.

Not creative? Decorating Den will help you pull your little corner together! Photo Courtesy of Gigi Willetts, Decorating Den

Learn to Garden...For Free! Whether you're a novice gardener or you have an expert green thumb, The SC Midlands Master Gardeners oﬀers a variety of workshops and programs where you can learn some tricks of the trade free of charge! They’re located all around town... visit their website for details - www.gardenlikeamaster.com. Here are this Spring’s topics: Native Plants, Pruning, Adaptive Gardening, Weed & Insect Control in Lawns & Flower Beds, Roses, Getting Children Involved in Gardening, Butterfly Gardening, Organic Gardening, Rain Gardens, Warm Season Vegetables, Tomatoes, and Herbs! 2013 Workshops begin January 18! 54

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Green Up While You Clean Up! Let the spring cleaning begin! This year green up while you clean up; no need to dump toxic chemicals into the environment in the name of cleaning. * Mix baking soda, lemon, and vinegar to create a cleanser as eﬀective as bleach * Lemony eco-friendly wooden floor cleaner can be made with 1 gallon of water, ¾ cups of olive oil, ½ cup of rubbing alcohol and 2 cups of lemon juice * Add indoor greenery and skip the chemical air fresheners - houseplants are living air filters and make the air you breathe even fresher - the broader the leaf, the better, like Peace Lilies * Are you still reading the newspaper? Here’s a recycling idea. Nothing gets glass and mirrors cleaner and more streakfree! Simply spray glass with 50/50 mix of water and white vinegar, rub the glass with a dry cloth and then go over surface with newspaper. These spring cleaning alternatives are good for you, your health and the environment! It’s time for another high-octane, art party! Join the Columbia Museum of Art on February 1 and enjoy beer tastings, art projects, interactive art, scavenger hunts, a unique perspective tour through Impressionism from Monet to Matisse as well as musical performances featuring bands from Fork and Spoon Records. With a party-like atmosphere you can engage in art and with the Columbia Museum of Art. Sponsored by The Whig, WXRY and Free Times. Cost is $8 general admission, $5 for members. If you become a member or renew your membership at the party and get free admission! 7-11PM. Columbia Museum of Art, 1515 Main Street. www.columbiamuseum.org. 803-799-2810

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One Man’s Trash...Another Man’s Treasure! growing hobby with treasure seekers is combing through tons of junk at thrift shops looking for unrecognized treasure! Note the popularity of TV shows like "Antiques Roadshow" and "Market Warriors"... the thrill of finding a master artist's painting in-between cheap prints or a valuable piece of Americana tossed aside. If you're looking for a fun and different way to spend a day, try your hand at treasure-seeking... here's a list of some of the thrift shops found throughout Greater Columbia.

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Thrift | Consignment Shops Northwest Plato’s Closet, 1150 Bower Pkwy, Columbia, SC, 803-732-1061 Treasures on Broad River, 1327 Broad River Rd, Columbia, SC, 803-561-0615 Once Upon a Child, 264 Harbison Blvd, Columbia, SC, 803-732-7887 His House Thrift, 3708 River Dr, Columbia, SC, 803-256-0014 Consignment 1st, 281 A Park Terrace #A, Columbia, SC, 803-749-7501 Palmetto Thrift, 4068 Fernandina Rd., Columbia, SC, 803-750-6858

Lexington Consignments at Corley Mill, 254 Corley Mill Rd, Lexington, SC, 803-356-3004 Good As New, 4884 Sunset Blvd, Lexington, SC, 803-957-6109 The Giving Tree Thrift Store, 208 West Main Street, Lexington, SC, 803-520-6839 Curious Closet, 930 North Lake Dr., Lexington, SC, 803-750-0010 Downtown Urban Thread in Five Points, 610 Harden St, Columbia, SC, 803-931-8808 Sid and Nancy, 743 Saluda Ave, Columbia SC, 803-779-6454 Cavaliers of Columbia, 1600 Main Street, Columbia, SC, 803-252-1193 Revente, 737 Saluda Ave, Columbia, SC, 803-256-3076 Revente’s Last Call, 3015 Millwood Avenue, Columbia, SC, 803-799-5900 West Metro Thrift Avenue, 1078 Sunset Blvd, West Columbia, SC, 803-926-0455 Habitat for Humanity Restore, 483 Sunset Blvd, West Columbia, SC, 803-936-0088 Blythewood Kendall’s Kloset, 208 Main Street, Blythewood, SC, 803-714-9796 Northeast Fort Jackson Community Thrift, Building 4713, Fort Jackson, SC, 803-787-2153 Sunshine Thrift Store, 3300 Two Notch Rd, Columbia, SC, 803-754-2075 American Legion Thrift Shop, 6525 Two Notch Rd # D, Columbia, SC, 803-754-0156 Once Upon a Child, 10136 Two Notch, Columbia, SC, 803-788-4322 Roundabouts Consignments, 70 Polo Road, Columbia, SC, 803-736-5446 Daff-A-Deals, 10171 Two Notch Rd., Columbia,SC, 803-865-7640 Good Samaritan Family Thrift Store, 10012 Two Notch, 803-865-8292 East Goodwill, 6642 Garners Ferry Rd, Columbia SC, 803-783-2696 Goodwill, 2744 Decker Blvd, Columbia, SC, 803-699-8232 Children’s Exchange, 6778 Garners Ferry Rd, Columbia, SC 803-783-0275

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Spirit of Lake Murray

Columbia’s Only Dinner Cruise Yacht! Military promotion parties, retirement celebrations, customer appreciation events, weddings, receptions... make it an extraordinary experience! Enjoy a meal or cocktail reception while treating your group to a cruise on beautiful Lake Murray aboard the Spirit of Lake Murray, Columbia’s only dinner cruise yacht. Climate controlled for year-round comfort. Reception style events can accommodate up to 134 guests and seated meal events can accommodate up to 80 guests. Ken Colton, a retired military member, will provide you and your guests with an evening you won’t soon forget. Various dinner, entertainment and drink options are available. Contact Ken or Andrew at 803-730-3044. www.spiritoflakemurray.com.

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January 19 - May 11, 2013

Edward J. Kelty, Fred La Reine’s Market Street Museum, March 6, 1933 (detail) Collection of the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art Tibbals Digital Collection

Step Right Up! - The Sideshow in America. McKissick Museum This new exhibit celebrates carnival culture and phenomenon in the late 19th century and continues through the 21st century. Featuring the work of Rebecca Davenport, a local South Carolina artist, this temporary exhibit will explore the dynamic nature of the sideshow, the language and culture of “the carny”, and the public perception and curiosity regarding these sideshows. Come enjoy original works by Davenport, as well as an assortment of original pieces direct from the heyday of the American sideshow. Free of charge. Call 803-777-3712 for more information. 816 Bull Street.

WONDERFUL WALKS e Palmetto Trail connects South Carolina through a statewide trail system, and located in the Midlands are 3 passages to enter the trail, all are open from dawn to dusk!

Capital City Passage: •e trail guides you through downtown Columbia and past historic city sites such as the University of South Carolina, the State Capitol Building and scenic views of the old Columbia Canal. •Length: 7.5 miles. •Terrain/Diﬃculty: Easy with mostly paved trails and sidewalks. •Location/Parking: Riverfront Park, 312 Laurel Street.

Fort Jackson Passage: •Scenic wooded trails lined with pines, hardwoods, and countless woodpecker habitats. e trail borders the Fort Jackson military training facility yet is far away enough to enjoy the wildlife. •Length: 14 miles. •Terrain/Diﬃculty: Easy to Moderate. •Location/Parking: Near the National Guard Armory and Fort Jackson Gate 5, oﬀ Leesburg Road.

Lynch’s Woods Passage: •Short steep hills lined with a forest of old growth trees , trickling creeks and flowing rocky streams. 58

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Ground flowers add to the beauty in the spring. •Length: 3 miles. •Terrain/Diﬃculty: Moderately Diﬃcult. •Location/Parking: Located in Newberry, SC, with parking and access available at Lynch's Woods Park behind Piedmont Tech.

Congaree National Park •See the largest remnant of old-growth bottomland forest in the United States and stand under a canopy of huge national and state champion trees. Scenic oxbow lakes, slow moving streams and the Congaree floodplain forest add to the beauty. •Length: Total of 38 miles on 7 trails including the 2.4 mile boardwalk loop. (Pets not allowed on the boardwalk loop). •Terrain/Diﬃculty: Easy to Moderate. •Open: Dawn to dusk •Location/Parking: 100 National Park Road, Hopkins, SC, parking available near Harry Hampton Visitor Center.

Harbison Neighborhood Trails •Walk past backyards of homes, a wilderness wildlife habitat and two small lakes which is home to variety of ducks and geese. •Length: 12 miles of multi-use paved trails. •Terrain/Diﬃculty: Easy. •Open: Dawn to dusk. •Location/Parking: Located oﬀ Harbison Blvd, 106 Hillpine Road.

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HAPPY, HEALTHY COLUMB A Richland County School District’s A.C. Moore Elementary has transformed their campus into a healthy place for both students and staff and created fun and rewarding ways for their students to become active and engage in healthy lifestyles! The “Moore Milers” club was established to motivate and encourage students to become more physically active. Members of the club walk, run, and participate in other fitness activities while training to compete in running events in the community. Simple changes have also been made around the school such as changes to the daily meal plan where healthy food options have become a focus and physical activity breaks have been added in between classes. These breaks or “Jammin’ Minutes” have become part of daily routine, and help to keep kids motivated and moving throughout the day. www.acmoore.richlandone.org.

Healthy Kids Club!

Fibromyalgia: New Understanding and Treatments Doctors have learned a lot about Fibromyalgia in the last few years. We used to think the pain came from the muscles and/or joints, but recent research has shown that it actually starts in the brain and spinal cord. Central pain pathways have the ‘volume turned up’, making pain more widespread and severe. Fibromyalgia runs in families, but environmental stressors trigger the pain (including work, family, accidents, and even the weather). The good news is that several drugs (both new and old) can help Fibromyalgia pain. Sleep is vitally important since the brain uses deep sleep to ‘reset’ the pain pathways. Call 803788-7884 to find out how Family Medicine Centers of SC Family Medicine doctors can help your Fibromyalgia pain.

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Family Medicine Centers of S.C. has grown over 30 years to become the largest Family Practice group in Columbia. To provide the best service to our patients, we offer compassionate, comprehensive, competent, convenient, cost-effective health care. Our services include General Medicine, Physical Exams, Cancer Screening, Colonoscopy, Springwood Lake Family Practice • 788.7884 1721 Horseshoe Drive • Columbia (near I-20 & Two Notch Rd.) Immunizations, Pediatrics, Women’s Health, Pelvic Exams, Bone Density Testing, Weight Loss Nutrition Counseling, Skin Care, Anxiety/Depression Woodhill Family Medicine • 783.4433 treatment, Physical Medicine, Pain Management, Sleep Medicine, Office 813 Leesburg Road • Columbia (I-77 & Leesburg Rd.) Orthopedics, General Surgery, X-Ray, Ultrasound, Heart and Lung Midtown Family Medicine • 931.0100 Studies, Treadmill Stress Testing, complete in-house Laboratory, and 1910 Gregg Street • Columbia (near SC Heart Center) Immigration Physicals. Our medical staff is also experienced in Rice Creek Family Medicine • 227.7777 Geriatrics, Urgent Care and Occupational Medicine. We participate with Hardscrabble & Rice Meadow Way • Columbia Aetna, Blue Cross-Blue Shield, State Employee Plan, Federal Employee (near Ridgeview HS) Plan, Blue Choice, Medicare, Tricare, Cigna, Carolina Care Plan, United Saluda Pointe Family Medicine • 239.1600 Healthcare, Medcost, Humana and many others. Our ultimate goal is 3630 Sunset Blvd. • West Columbia (between I-26 & I-20) to deliver outstanding medical service as your personal physician, who Lake Murray Family Medicine • 724.1100 has come to know you and your family through years of caring. We’re 7611 St. Andrews Rd. • Irmo (across the street from Union here for you, and we’re here to stay! United Methodist Church

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Midlands Technical College is offering several Fitness and Wellness Education classes throughout the spring: Fitness, Food and Losing Weight: Learn fundamentals and secrets to losing weight permanently, naturally, and without gimmicks in this engaging seminar. Three 2 hour sessions. Offered at Harbison and Northeast campuses. Invest in Yourself: Learn about fitness and nutrition to achieve total wellness and health! Three 2 hour sessions. Offered at Harbison campus. Yoga: Be calm, relax, and learn yoga postures, breathing exercises, meditation, and deep relaxation. Eight 1.5 hour sessions. Offered at Arsenal Hill Community Center. Certified Personal Trainer: A 6 week program covering hands-on practical training preparing you to work with clients one-on-one in fitness facilities.Two sessions offered. Offered at Beltline campus. Visit http://bit.ly/TQecpA for more information regarding these classes.

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