By Thomas Grant, Jr. During the April 15th Lexington Town Council meeting, the Lexington County Blowfish made a generous contribution of $6,000 to support the Lexington Police Foundation. This donation was raised through the proceeds of the annual Lexington Chili Cookoff, an event held on February 18th at the IceContinue Reading
Prepare to be captivated by a vibrant display of creativity as the Columbia Museum of Art unveils a stunning collection of 35 leaping trout sculptures, adorned with dazzling colors and intricate designs. Created by local artists and students from Columbia schools, these sculptures will be showcased in the Museum’s SalonContinue Reading
Save the date for Mirci’s 52 Windows: An Evening of Art, benefiting the Mental Illness Recovery Center, Inc. This captivating event will take place on May 9th from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at 701 Whaley. Immerse yourself in a world of creativity as more than 115 original works ofContinue Reading
Mark your calendars for a blooming celebration of irises at the 60th South Carolina Iris Society Flower Show, themed “Happy Iris Cinco De Mayo,” on May 4th. The event will take place at the Asbury Memorial United Methodist Church located at 1005 Asbury Drive in Columbia from 1:30 pm toContinue Reading
Art enthusiasts and families alike are invited to experience the vibrant creativity of local artists at the Historic Melrose Art in the Yard event, set to enchant downtown Columbia this Sunday, May 5th. From 1 pm to 5 pm, the historic neighborhood will come alive with a dazzling array ofContinue Reading
Get ready to savor the flavors of Louisiana right here in Columbia as the Rosewood Crawfish Festival celebrates its 18th year this Saturday, May 4th, from 11 am to 7 pm. Head over to the South Carolina State Fairgrounds, located at 1200 Rosewood Drive, for a day filled with CajunContinue Reading
Join us for an extraordinary celebration of community and creativity at Wonder presents yellow, a vibrant Community Art Exhibit featuring 22 talented regional artists. Location: 713 Studios, 713 Saluda Ave., Columbia, SC (in 5 Points) Exhibition Dates: April 30 – May 29 Participating Artists: Dylan Bannister, Jahnna Blyden, clo, TruContinue Reading
Join the South Carolina Philharmonic for an unforgettable cinematic experience as they present “Star Wars: A New Hope In Concert” at the Koger Center for the Arts on Sunday, August 25, 2024, with showtimes at 2 PM and 7 PM. Tickets for this epic event go on sale May theContinue Reading
Honoring a Quarter-Century Commitment to Literacy in Central South Carolina Turning Pages SC, a nonprofit literacy council dedicated to teaching adults to read for free, has bestowed its prestigious Lifetime Member Award upon Jerry Bellune in recognition of his unwavering dedication to literacy in central South Carolina. At 88 yearsContinue Reading
It’s a significant endorsement for State Representative Russell Ott as he vies for the State Senate seat, earning the support of several local mayors in the Midlands region. Mayor Elise Partin of Cayce, Mayor Viola McDaniel of Swansea, Mayor Helen Carson-Peterson of St. Matthews, and Mayor Daniel Davis of PineContinue Reading