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13 ACRES OF FUN! 140 PARKRIDGE DRIVE (803) 781.2342 frankiesfunpark.com
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“Our fixed-price menu features hand-cut beef, poultry, pork and lamb. The salad buffet selection, which includes fresh seafood and sushi, rivals any other in the Carolinas. We invite you to come enjoy the feast.” DINING ROOM MONDAY - FRIDAY 5PM - CLOSE SATURDAY & SUNDAY 4PM - CLOSE BAR OPEN DAILY AT 4pm HAPPY HOUR MONDAY - FRIDAY 4PM -7PM
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Happy New Year and Happy Spring 2014!
Welcome to our new format! The larger pages will enable you to better “Discover Greater Columbia” and celebrate everything good, happy and fun about the Columbia area. Check out our monthly calendars, our activity suggestions, our “get acquainted pages” for visitors and newcomers... you’ll love it! Copyright ©2014 Gardener Publications LLC • 1523 Sunset Blvd. Suite E West Columbia, SC 29169 • 803-798-6960 • Published January, May & September
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Education & Employment Richland School District One p. 23 SC Works p. 17 Financial AllSouth Federal Credit Union p. 25 Food Cellar on Greene p. 6 Cupcake p. 16 Inakaya Japanese Restaurant p. 7 Jillian’s p. 6 Liberty Tap Room & Grill p. 3 Little Pigs Barbecue p. 7 Menkoi Ramen House p. 7 Mr. Friendly’s p. 6 Pearlz Oyster Bar p. 3 Rioz Brazilian Steakhouse p. 3 & p. 5 Ruth’s Chris Steak House p. 2 Sato p. 33 Solstice Kitchen p. 6 Fun Colonial Life Arena p. 11 Frankie’s Fun Park p. 4 Jillian’s p. 6 Lake Murray Boat Club p. 33 Saluda Shoals Park p. 34 Spirit of Lake Murray p. 32 Strong Threads p. 10 Tsubaki Karaoke Bar p. 7 YMCA p. 30
Health Family Medicine Centers of SC p. 31 Universtiy Specialty OBGYN p. 23 YMCA p. 30 Homes | Home Decor Decorating Den p. 35 Essex Homes p. 13 Ethan Allen p. 16 Great Southern Homes p. 15 Madison A. Ballagh p. 7 Salters Property Management p. 17 Hotels Doubletree by Hilton p. 36 Retail Therapy | Shopping Columbiana Center p. 35 Dutch Square Mall p. 21 Granger Owings p. 21 SC State Farmers Market p. 24 Southern Bedding of Columbia p.21 Town of Chapin p. 33 Village at Sandhill p. 20 Taxi Cab Checker Yellow Cab p. 33 Worship Shandon United Methodist Ch. p.17 Weddings & Events Doubletree by Hilton p. 36 Spirit of Lake Murray p. 32
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EdVenture Children’s Museum
It might be Columbia on the outside, where January daytime highs average in the mid 50’s, but it’s
Snowville inside EdVenture!
Climb Mount EdVerest, explore an ice cave or get the chills in a blizzard simulator. Tube down Sled Hill, a 25 ft. long ride down a slippery hill giving visitors a wintry experience not normally found in the South! Join a team in the ice hockey rink or test your aim with the snowball blaster. EdVenture Children’s Museum. 803-779-3100
Thru February 23rd
FREE. A sneak peek at the Columbia City Ballet’s production of the Lewis Carroll classic. Performed at the Richland County Main Library on January 19th from 3pm - 5pm in Bostick Auditorium (lower level). 803-799-9084. The ballet will be performed on March 21-March 22, 2014 at the Koger Center for the Arts.
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thru the 20th MAIN STREET ICE @ BOYD PLAZA Skate the night away on a 50' X 63' synthetic ice- skating rink in downtown Columbia! 803.545.3100. 1515 Main Street; Corner of Hampton & Main Streets
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thru the 31st FROM LANDRUM TO LEEDS Common Ceramics in 19thCentury Columbia.Dining, cooking and storage wares. Historic Columbia Foundation. 803.252.7742
thru MAY 4 TUTANKHAMUN: RETURN OF THE KING Experience King Tut’s life and death through 124 replicas of sacred & personal possessions. SC State Museum 803.898.4921
JANUARY 10-12 DISNEY’S THE LITTLE MERMAID, JR. ICRC Children’s Theatre. The story about beautiful young mermaid Ariel! Harbison Theatre. Call 803.345.6181 for tickets & info.
JANUARY 12 JEFF DUNHAM Disorderly Conduct Tour! The famed troupe of sidekicks are back with more laughs than ever before! Colonial Life Arena. 801 Lincoln Street 1.855.4.LMC.TIX
thru FEB 28 FREE FRIDAYS AT THE ZOO Richland and Lexington county residents are invited to enjoy Free Fridays at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden-only in January & February. 803.779.8717
JANUARY 9-19 RESTAURANT WEEK SC From fine to casual dining, participating restaurants feature special menu items, promotions and discounts!
JANUARY 11 BEETHOVEN & BLUE JEANS SC Philharmonic 2014 Masterworks Season - Premium concert. Koger Center for the Arts. 803.771.7937
JANUARY 15 TEDESCHI TRUCKS BAND Grammy award winner for Best Blues Album. Township Auditorium. 803.576.2356
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BOOKS
Also known as The Bible
33rd Annual Snowman Run 8K Road Race & Youth Fun Run
Weekend Trail Rides
Here’s an alternative to regular adult Sunday school - in a relaxed lecture format, Biblical texts are examined from historical, theological and spiritual perspectives. Instructor is Dr. David Shields, McClintock Professor of Southern Letters in the English & History Departments at the University of South Carolina. Chapel Bible Study is most Sundays, 9:45 a.m., in the Chapel, Bruner Building at Shandon United Methodist Church. 803-256-8383
The Snowman Run is a great place to begin your 2014 race season! Columbia’s 3rd oldest road race, held rain or
shine. January 18th. Caughman Road Park, Hopkins, SC. (803) 741-7272 ext. 141. Registration form online: http://bit.ly/16YpZfL
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YMCA
Happy trails to you! YMCA Lexington offers members and non-members a one hour guided trail ride on their 160 acre property. No experience necessary - horses are matched to riders by the Y’s trained staff. Ages 8 and up (200 lb. limit). Reservations required. 803-359-3376 ext 17. $15 members; $25 non-members.
JANUARY 18 JANUARY 23 JANUARY 24 WINTER EXPLORING MARS FOOD NOT BOMBS JAZZFEST w/ NASA Engineer Kobie BENEFIT Norman Brown, Gerald Albright, Boykins! Anecdotes about Chris Compton & The Ruby The Average White Band, and designing & deploying robotic Brunettes, Dr. Roundhouse, more! Township Auditorium. Mars rovers on successful more. Conundrum Music Hall. 803.576.2356 missions. Harbison Theatre. http://bit.ly/18vFfzT 803.407.5011 JANUARY 18 JANUARY 25 SNOWMAN RUN JANUARY 18 JANUARY 23 JASON ALDEAN & 8K ROAD RACE USC SYMPHONY 2014 Night Train Tour! With STATE MUSEUM & YOUTH FUN ROADSHOW ORCHESTRA special guests Florida Georgia RUN Bring your antiques for an with USC Concerto-Aria Line, and newcomer Tyler Farr. (see above) Caughman Road Winners. Performances by informal appraisal! Jewelry, Colonial Life Arena. 801 Lincoln Park. 803.741.7272 x. 141 fine art, furniture & more! winners of the USC Concerto- Street. 1.855.4.LMC.TIX 301 Gervais St. 803.898.4921. Aria Competition at the Koger http://bit.ly/byHARd Center for the Arts. Info & tickets at: http://bit.ly/1akRmRA JANUARY 17-FEB 1 ELVIS HAS LEFT THE BUILDING Find out what can possibly happen when Elvis Presley disappears from Graceland! Town Theatre. 1012 Sumter St. 803.799.2510
JANUARY 31-FEB 1 GISELLE The ballet tells the story of a lovely peasant girl named Giselle who has a passion for dancing. Columbia City Ballet. 803.251.2222 JANUARY 31 QUEENS OF THE STONE AGE Driving, angular rock band of international renown. Township Auditorium. 803.576.2356
Historic Columbia Foundation
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Woodrow Wilson Family Home Re-opens Feb. 15th!
Presidents Day is Monday February 17
Go shopping for a car. Presidents Day weekend typically features some of the best car deals of the year as dealers try to clear out prior-year inventory.
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FEBRUARY 7APRIL 20 JAPAN & THE JAZZ AGE FEBRUARY 7 & 8 One of the world's premier MONSTER JAM collections of Japanese art in The largest & most popular the Art Deco style. Columbia monster truck tour! Twelvefeet-tall, 10,000 pound trucks Museum of Art. 803.799-2810 rip thru a custom-designed track! CLA. 801 Lincoln Street. FEBRUARY 8 HISTORY IN THE 1.855.4.LMC.TIX MAKING Celebrating African-American Art! Put on by Columbia Parks & Recreation. Held at Dutch Square Mall. 421 Bush River Rd
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For almost 8 years, Columbia’s Woodrow Wilson Family Home has been engaged in a multiphase, comprehensive rehabilitation. Bringing back the home to its original design and look, its rooms now lay out as they did when new in 1872 and reflect paint colors popular at that time. The Woodrow Wilson Family Home has broadened its place in local history as it will now feature exhibit galleries, period vignettes, virtual tours and wayside signage that help the visitor understand the Reconstruction Era following the end of the Civil War. Learn more at historiccolumbia.org.
FEBRUARY 15 FEBRUARY 21 STRONG THREADS DARIUS RUCKER see above True Believers Tour! SC native & platinum-selling entertainer, FEBRUARY 19 featuring Eli Young Band and DISNEY JR. LIVE special guest David Nail. Pirate & Princess Adventure! Colonial Life Arena. 801 Lincoln Featuring Mickey and Minnie, Street. 1.855.4.LMC.TIX FEBRUARY 12 Sofia the First & Jake and the KRASNOYARSK NATIONAL DANCE Never Land Pirates! Colonial FEBRUARY 22 Life Arena. 801 Lincoln Street. SOUTHERN COMPANY OF 1.855.4.LMC.TIX SIBERIA EXPOSURE NEW Evening of dance inspired by MUSIC SERIES: the natural beauty and people FEBRUARY 21-MAR 7:30PM. Concerts, unparalleled 1 “THE 39 STEPS” for their mix of artistic quality, of Siberia. Presented at An Alfred Hitchcock espionage education and cutting-edge Newberry Opera House. thriller! Theatre SC. Drayton Hall programming! 803.777.4421 803.276.6264 Theatre. 803.777.2551 FEBRUARY 8 BUDDY GUY & JONNY LANG An Evening of Blues, Rock & Soul! Township Auditorium, 1703 Taylor St. 803.576.2356
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If we’re lucky, it will be a bit brisk this Valentine’s Day (we’re not asking for rain or snow... just a little kiss from Old Man Winter). Huddling together in the cold can actually be fun if you’re in the right place with the right someone.
GOOD CUDDLIN’ SPOTS: :: Snuggling on a park bench overlooking the Congaree River at Riverfront Park & Canal
Cuddle!
:: Sipping a hot toddy at the Rooftop Bar on top of the Sheraton Hotel downtown, looking out at the city lights :: Watching the sun go down over Lake Murray from the outside decks at Liberty on the Lake, where sunsets are prettier in the winter than in the summer (and they’ve got the lower deck heated!)
Sit side-by-side for a more romantic dinner!
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FEBRUARY 22 JAMES GREGORY Rib-tickling reflections on life from the front porch with one of America’s favorite comedians. Newberry Opera House. 803.276.6264 FEBRUARY 23 SHUCKIN’ ON THE SHOALS The Saluda Shoals Foundation's Annual Fundraiser! Enjoy oysters, chili, beer, wine & Bid to Win- A Benefit Auction. 4-7PM. 803.213.2035. Saluda Shoals Park.
FEBRUARY 28 SLEEPING BEAUTY A timeless fairy tale told by the Columbia Classical Ballet. Koger Center for the Arts. 803.251.2222. FEBRUARY 28 MARCH 2 OPERA AT USC L’elisir d’amore (sung in Italian), Drayton Hall. 803.251.2222
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Your Teens Will Love This!
Richland County Public Library
What Makes Us Special...
our Love for Learning!
When The Dust Settles... The Stars Will Sparkle!
The South Carolina State Museum is adding a new facility, scheduled to open in 2014. The museum will be the first in the US to feature under one roof an on-site (1750 sqft.) and online observatory and classroom with an exceptional 1926 Alvan Clark 12 3/8 inch refracting telescope, a 55-foot planetarium dome with digital projector and theater with a totally immersive environment that surrounds viewers with stunning multi-media images and digital sound, 4D multi-sensory theater where the audience will physically sense smells and feel wind, rain and vibrations as they watch 3D films, plus an outdoor telescope viewing terrace and distance learning studio. 803-898-4921.
Richland Library’s Teen Center is a contemporary, high-tech space located within the main library that allows teens ages 12 - 18 to do what the experts call "Hanging Out, Messing Around and Geeking Out" or HoMaGo. Technology includes 3D printers, Microsoft Surface Windows 8 tablets, iPad 2’s, Microsoft Pixel Sense Touch Table with apps; iMacs, HP all-in-one computers, Xbox 360/Nintendo Wii/PlayStation 2, 60” flat screen monitor, Ready Animator stations and a WhisperSync vocal recording booth! 1431 Assembly St. 803-799-9084 FREE
Retired? Over 60? Lived in SC for at least 12 months? Claim SC as state of residence? Free tuition at the University of South Carolina! Seniors may enroll in classes where space is available starting the first day of class for the semester. (803) 777-4233
Is Your Child a Math Wiz?
Mathematics Education for Gifted Secondary School Students (MEGSSS) is a highly accelerated and enriched program designed for students identified as superior in mathematical and verbal reasoning in grades 6-10. The MEGSSS curriculum provides a differentiated and highly accelerated course of study for the mathematically gifted student. The curriculum includes a formal introduction to college-level logic, probability, and number theory, as well as, traditional approaches to algebra, geometry, and calculus. Opportunities for Advanced Placement, IB, and dual credit college courses are available to MEGSSS students in grades 10, 11, and 12. MEGGS is offered to students at Richland County School District One. 803-231-7000.
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We invite you to visit our new website as we celebrate 20 years of homebuilding.
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University of South Carolina School of Music Concerts
The USC Symphony Orchestra books world-class soloists and presents programs that include challenging repetoire for its 100-plus student musicians.
So Much Good Goin’ On! Best High Schools in the State!
Each year, US News and World Report ranks the nation’s high schools and colleges. Three Midlands high schools made the top 10 for South Carolina in 2014! Heading the list of South Carolina’s 223 high schools - Chapin (#3), Dutch Fork (#4) and Lexington (#9).
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Columbia residents, visitors and the USC community can enjoy hundreds of concerts and recitals throughout the year, many of which are free to attend. School of Music orchestras, choirs, ensembles, recitals and guest artist concerts take place in beautiful venues like the Koger Center for the Arts and the School of Music’s intimate Recital Hall. Annual signature events include the nationally acclaimed Southeastern Piano Festival and Southern Exposure New Music series, winner of the Chamber Music America/ASCAP Award for Adventurous Programming. For a schedule, visit http://bit.ly/HavONb. > Feb 2: Chamber Innovista Concert Series;
3PM > Feb 11: USC Symphony Orchestra: An Evening of Lerner & Loewe Classics; 7:30PM > March 28: Jeff Bradetich, Guest Artist Bass Recital; 6-7PM > April 1: USC Symphony Orchestra with Cirque de la Symphonie; 7:30PM
ECONOMIC NEWS: We’re Ahead
Governor Nikki Haley and the SC Department of Commerce team have been deeply involved in recruiting companies to our state over the past few years, with promises and delivery of 1000’s of new jobs. When Boeing came to North Charleston, the projected job creation was 3800. That projection has increased to 6000. Bridgestone Tire recently announced a 1.2 billion dollar investment in Aiken County, creating 1000 jobs. Our state is widely recognized as a Top State to Do Business. The year 2013 saw over $3 billion in capital investment statewide. This bodes well for the state government’s financial health, managed from the capital city, Columbia. University of South Carolina’s Darla Moore School of Economics projects growth in leisure and hospitality, construction, financial services and retail. Unemployment dropped to 7.5% in 2013, and is projected to continue to decline.
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You Could Learn a Thing or Two or Twenty..
SakiTumi Grill: Sushi classes for couples & groups includes food & drink. Ongoing. 803-931-0700
The CMA Art School: Art classes for kids & adults. Ongoing. 803-799-2810
Kevin Britt Golf Academy: Adult & Toastmasters: Learn to junior lessons, individual & group communicate effectively. Richland classes. Ongoing. 803-261-9153 Chapter: 803-386-1199 | Lexington Chapter: 803-665-1256 Columbia Art Center: Classes in the art of clay, throwing & Richland County Library: Career handbuilding. 6 weeks. coaching, one-on-one. Eastover 803-545-3093 Branch. Ongoing. 803-353-8584
USC String Project: Adults & kids learn to play cello, violin, viola and bass. 803-777-9568
Palmetto Health Baptist: Baby 101 provides info on caring for newborn and more. Ongoing. 803-296-2273
American Red Cross: First aid, Workshop Theatre: Introduction to Jeep Rogers YMCA: American Red CPR and life-saving skills. Ongoing. Bet-Mar: Buy a home brewery kit & Acting for Adults: March 12 - Apr 23. Cross Lifeguard Certification classes. 803-540-1200 learn from these knowledgeable folks 803-799-4876 April. 803-451-8439 ext. 22 about making beer. 803-798-2033
Eagle Aviation: A One-Hour Discovery Flight for $125 will introduce the basics. Ongoing. 803-771-7915
Drew Wellness Center: Swim lessons for adults and children. Ongoing. 803-545-3200
Fleur de Lys Cooking School: Lesson with dinner from a world-class chef. Ongoing. 803-765-9999
Lanier Sailing Academy: Keelboat basics - American Sailboat Assn. Certified. Ongoing. 803-317-9070
THE NEW ECLECTICISM LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED AUTHORIZED ETHAN ALLEN RETAILER COLUMBIA 101 HARBISON BOULEVARD 803.407.1500 ©2013 Ethan Allen Global, Inc.
IT-Ology & Midlands Technical College: Lunch and learn one-hour business topics. Ongoing. 803-732-0432
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Jillian’s: Learn to shag dance. Every Thursday is Shag Night in the Groove Shack. 803-779-7789
Swiftwater Bead: Learn all kinds of Riverbanks Zoo & Garden: jewelry making. Ongoing. Gardening workshops for novices & 803-252-2020 green thumbs. 803-779-8717
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a place to find your way
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Downtown Attractions Numbers on Downtown Map 2. Columbia Fire Dept. Museum {artifacts from the mid 1800’s forward} open weekdays 8:30-5. FREE 3. Columbia Museum of Art {Art from Ancient Egypt, the Renaissance and more} open Tues. - Sun. FEE
4. Riverfront Park & Historic Canal {paved trail along river, benches, park} FREE 5. Columbia Marionette Theatre {for children} open Saturdays 11am & 3pm FEE 6. Finlay Park {Fountain, lake, benches, playground} FREE
7. First Baptist Church {Civil War site. Signage in front} 8. SC Governors Mansion (Circa 1855} Tours by appt. Tues & Wed. 803-737-1710 9. Granby Park {riverside trail} FREE 10. Greater Columbia Chamber of Commerce
11. Hampton Preston Mansion {built in 1818.} Tours Tues.-Sun. FEE 12. Koger Center for the Arts {performing arts center} 13. Manns-Simons Site {African American historic site.} Tours Tues.-Sun. FEE 14. Memorial Park {monuments to fallen SC soldiers}
15. McKissick Museum {University of SC museum} open Mon-Sat. FREE 17. Riverbanks Zoo & Garden {Top 10 Zoo & botanical garden} open daily 9-5. FEE 18. Richland County Library {main city library} open daily. 803.799.9084
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25. Woodrow Wilson Boyhood Home {Circa 1872} opens on Feb. 15, 2014 after renovations 27. EdVenture Children’s Museum (top notch museum} Open Tues. - Sun. FEE 28. Colonial Life Arena {performing arts & sports venue}
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10GREATPLACES to Shop IN GREATERCOLUMBIA Explore Northeast’s Village at Sandhill: Department store favorites Belk and JCPenney anchor this beautifully landscaped 300-acre shoppers’ mecca. Unique local shops are neighbors to nationally known brands like Victoria’s Secret and Academy Sports. Regular entertainment, lots of benches, lovely fountains, a variety of good restaurants... a very nice place to spend a day! Two Notch Road and Clemson Road. (803) 419-0235
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Big & Beautiful - Columbiana Centre: Columbiana Centre is the largest enclosed shopping mall in Columbia, with anchors Belk, Dillards, Sears and JCPenney. Walk the mall and you’ll get a great workout. A full size carousel sits inside the food court along with loads of food choices. Everything you expect in a nice mall is here. Located off I-26 at Harbison Blvd. (803) 732-6255 Convenience and Value - Dutch Square Mall: Columbia’s original enclosed mall is anchored by Belk and Burlington Coat Factory with many national and local stores offering a wide selection of apparel, athletic shoes, footwear, jewelry and more...many at discounted prices. Multi-plex cinema. Bush River Road near I-26. (803) 772-3864
Downtown - Main Street: Buy fabulous clothing from Granger-Owings and Circa 1332, outdoor apparel and fun stuff from Mast General Store, hip eyewear from Frame of Mind, original art at Tapps Art Center and from the artist studios inside the Arcade Building. Devine Street: The upper crust of Columbia retail. From art galleries, to shoe boutiques, to fine jewelry, to designer clothing, Devine Street is the place to be. New stores opening in early 2014: Monkee’s (upscale women’s clothing) and Strictly Running (new store) Devine Street
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Trenholm Plaza: This old-timey strip shopping center has undergone a complete personality change and is now a hip home to great dining, Fresh Market, Stein-Mart, Books-a-Million, Publix, and a dozen fun and interesting one-of-a-kind shops. Trenholm Road and Forest Drive (near Ft. Jackson)
Five Points: Where the college crowd shops. Many apparel, accessory and footwear retailers along with coffee shops and ethnic dining. Hippie duds, vintage apparel, art, music, more. Vicinity of Harden St. at Devine St. New stores opening in early 2014: Steel Garden (clothing and accessories, focusing on U.S. Made goods, also selling intimates and seasonal swim) 619 Harden Street
An Afternoon in Chapin: This unique small town is at Exit 91 off I-26 and has a great selection of specialty shops, including apparel, furniture, gifts and art galleries.
The Vista: Just west of downtown, the Vista area is a popular entertainment and dining district but also home to walk-about shopping for art, clothing, outdoor gear, jewelry, gifts, antiques and home furnishings. Opening soon: Studio Cellar, a paint & sip studio. Gervais St. west of Assembly St.
Lexington Pavillion: The newest center in the Lexington area with Target, Cost Plus World Market, PetsMart, Best Buy and an array of smaller shops and restaurants. Located at 5109 Sunset Boulevard (US Hwy 378)
Belk JCPenney Old Navy TJ Maxx Home Goods Academy Sports + Outdoors HH Gregg Home Depot Rooms-To-Go World Market Books-A-Million & dozens of specialty stores Regal Cinemas & IMAX & seventeen restaurants!
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Isle of Palms
K. Gardener
* * Loving life! We’re the Center of Fabulous Fun! South Carolina’s booming tourism industry brings $15 billion to our state each year. From the glorious mountains in the Upstate to the 187 miles of Atlantic Ocean shoreline on the coast, people from around the world come to play. Major draws include over 400 championship golf courses, charming cities like Charleston and Beaufort, an abundance of historical sites, wide beaches along the Grand Strand, and thousands of cultural events and family festivals. And all this fabulous fun is within a bit over 2 hours by car! Our weather is superb warm summers and mild winters. We enjoy outdoor activities throughout the year, with few weather-related interruptions!
Where the Boys (& Girls) Are...
Looking for love in all the wrong places? Join a local organization for young professionals where having fun together is the ordre du jour and meeting that special someone is qui promet! • Columbia Opportunity Resource - connects young, talented professionals in the greater Columbia area to diverse and meaningful networks for leadership, service and fun. ourcor.org • Young Leaders Society - a group of nearly 500 communityminded members who believe that collectively, they can do more than they can do alone. ylsmidlands.com • Columbia Habitat Young Professionals - a diverse team that is highly motivated, service oriented and ready to use its skills, talents, connections and knowledge to help Habitat for Humanity eliminate poverty housing throughout Columbia. facebook.com/ColumbiaHYP • Lexington Young Professionals - young professionals and future business leaders come together to meet, greet and grow their personal and business networks through social interaction. lexingtonyoungprofessionals.com
Be Happy... Stay Healthy
Greater Columbia has a wealth of healthy lifestyle facilitators, and rates are great!
Crooked Creek Park | Chapin 803.345-6181: 1 month per person, $15 or $16 depending on residency
Seven Oaks Park | St. Andrews 803.772.3336: 1 month per person, $15 or $16 depending on residency YMCA | Downtown, NW, NE, Lexington and Orangeburg: community-wide membership: Call for details: 803.799.9187
Lexington Leisure Center | Lexington 803.359-3658: 1 year per person: ages 15 - 54 $175 ; over 55 $120 Batesburg Leesville Leisure Center | B-L
803.532.3810: 1 year per person: ages 15 - 54 $120 ; over 55 $100
Tri City Leisure Center | West Columbia
803.939.9309: 1 year per person: ages 15 - 54 $175 ; over 55 $120
Polo Road Park | NE Columbia 803.736.1657: 1 month per person: $10; per year $75
Garners Ferry Adult Activity Center | SE Columbia
803.647.1324: 1 month per person: $10; per year $75
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Barbeque You Like at
Little Pigs!
According to the South Carolina Barbeque Association, there are 4 types of barbeque in the country and they are generally known by the type of sauce used for basting and finishing the meat Vinegar/Pepper; Mustard; Light Tomato & Heavy Tomato. Most barbeque smokers offer one type of sauce, but not Little Pigs Barbecue in Northeast Columbia on Alpine Road. Champ McGee, owner and barbecuer extraordinaire, feels like diners should be able to have what they like, and offers barbeque with vinegar/pepper, mustard and tomato sauces. People sure like it readers of Southern Living Magazine voted it the best barbeque in the South! Open Wednesday for lunch; Thursday Saturday all day; Sunday for brunch. www.littlepigs.biz 803.788.8238.
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Lake Murray Boat Club is a worry-free alternative to the expense and time commitment of traditional boat ownership. Members enjoy unlimited use of the finest fleet of watercraft and water toys on Lake Murray! The club staff takes care of boating details and maintenance so their members can enjoy the best part - getting out on the lake! The club sells out of memberships each spring, so call now while memberships are still available. 803.407.2828. www.lakemurrayboatclub.com
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Developing
Stories Palmetto Compress Warehouse
In the late 1800’s - early 1900’s, Columbia was home to six
textile mills (the first electric-powered mill in the country now houses the South Carolina State Museum on Gervais St.).
Support businesses to the textile mills thrived, and the Palmetto Compress and Warehouse Company built a large complex to
mechanically compress cotton bales in size for more economic transit and storage. The vast red brick building at 617 Devine St. is on the National Register of Historic Places and was
recently put under contract by Palmetto Compress Preservation Developers LLC, with plans to convert the building into a 100room hotel, rooftop condo’s and a mixture of retail and office space.
Hub at Columbia
What happens when downtown’s largest commercial tenant
(SCANA) moves to the other side of the river? A lot of office
space sits idle, small businesses and downtown, in general,
suffer a major blow... until an enterprising residential
developer sees an opportunity to renovate the high-rise
building into luxury apartments for university students and
young professionals. Scheduled for occupancy in Fall 2014.
The Redevelopment of the Bull Street Mental Hospital Site
The property at Bull Street and Elmwood Avenue, once a state mental hospital, has been looking for a new identity and some TLC for a long time. The site has been considered one of the most valuable properties in the Southeast, 181 acres at the edge of a redeveloping downtown like Columbia’s. Hughes Development Corporation of Greenville, SC is taking on the project with a master plan to develop a world class site that will allow space for living, office, retail and entertainment, while retaining the most historic aspects of the site. Hughes is known for their development work in downtown Greenville, SC. Hub at Columbia
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March 28th - 30th at the SC State Fairgrounds, the ultimate hunting and fishing show is held rain or shine. Favorites include Bwana Jim who specializes in reptiles like snakes, alligators, and turtles, and other animals such as armadillos, wallabies and exotic birds presented in a fun and entertaining way. And everyone loves the Bass Tub. Come see a 5,500gallon aquarium stocked with largemouth and striped bass, featuring fishing seminars and casting demonstrations by Keith Johnson. dnr.sc.gov/psc/
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MARCH MARCH 1 PALLADIUM SOCIETY’S CHILI COOKOFF Bring your friends and family and see how many chili recipes you can test! 5PM. SC State Fairgrounds, 1200 Rosewood Drive. 803.252.1770 x 23
MARCH 1 MARDI GRAS FESTIVAL 10:30AM - 7:30PM. Fun with true PARTY ANIMALS! Music, parade, food & more! partyanimalsmardigras.com
MARCH 2 CELTIC WOMAN As seen on PBS. Inspiring performances of timeless music with their unforgettable, angelic voices. Township Auditorium. 803.576.2350
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Your Fist We all love St. Patrick’s Day in 5 Points and Holding Tight, to that’s why 40,000 of us show up for the annual parade and festival. Learn traditional Irish dance with the String of Yo ur Kite! the Rince Na h’Eireann Step Dancers! Lessons Greater Columbia has plenty of public parks given Tuesdays at Holy Apostles Orthodox Church in and green spaces for your kite-flying pleasu re. March West Columbia. Or learn traditional Irish music at brings the winds that really make this activit y so the Redbird School of Irish Music (803) 206much fun. Head out to the open fields and expanses at 2483. Enjoy a Guinness at Irish pubs Puddlin’ Duck Finlay Park (downtown), Se ven Oaks (northwest) (northeast) or Delaney’s (Five or Polo Road Park (north east). Need a Points). Also, see the South kite? BeBeep at Carolina Irish Memorial at 4525 Riverfront Park, dedicated to the Forest Drive sells Irishmen who built the canal. them! subscribe at hugerstreet.com
MARCH 7-22 STAND BY YOUR MAN: THE TAMMY WYNETTE STORY Town Theatre. 1012 Sumter Street. 803.799.2510
MARCH 14-16 CAROLINA MARCH 7-9 CLASSIC HOME & CRAFTSMEN’S GARDEN SHOW CLASSIC ART & CRAFT FESTIVAL In its 48th year! Exhibitors in gardening, home Voted one of the top 100 shows featuring artwork from improvement, outdoor products & more! State hundreds of artists & crafts Fairgrounds. 803.256.6238 people. State Fairgrounds. http://bit.ly/aOLLr1
MARCH 14 WINTER JAM 2014 Christian music’s largest tour! Featuring Newsboys, Lecrae, Tenth Avenue North, Thousand Foot Krutch & more! 7PM. 801 Lincoln Street.1.877.489.2849
MARCH 15-16 SHEN YUN PERFORMING ARTS Reviving 5000 years of civilization. Koger Center. 803.251.2222
MARCH 21 & 22 SMOKIN’ AT THE FARMERS MARKET MARCH 15 Commissioner’s Cup BBQ ST. PAT’S IN Cook-off and Festival! BBQ FIVE POINTS Celebrate your inner Irish with samples, live entertainment, cooking demonstrations & food, fun and local flare! 5K run and 1-mile walk, parade, more! live music on multiple stages. http://1.usa.gov/Zulr96 www.fivepointscolumbia.com
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Daylight Savings Time Begins Sunday March 9th!
DiscoverTennis! The gorgeous Cayce Tennis and Fitness Center is the perfect facility for beginners. Adult “Introduction to Tennis” classes are ongoing on Monday evenings year-round, 7:30pm - 8:30pm. These one-hour sessions cost just $14, or buy a package - 2/$25 4/$48 8/$80 Drop-ins are welcome. 1120 Fort Congaree Trail off the 12th St extension. 803-227-3030.
ird ursday of the month | 11AM GARDEN TOURS OF THE ROBERT MILLS GROUNDS Features the Founder’s Garden, herb gardens, and My Mother’s Garden at the Robert Mills Property. 1616 Blanding Street
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March 29 | 10AM COLUMBIA GARDEN CLUB SPRING PLANT & TREE EXCHANGE 4711 Forest Drive bit.ly/18UULJY
>>Did you know? The “Congarees”, as the area was known, is situated in Lexington County near the place where the Cherokee Path crossed the Congaree Creek (which flows into the Saluda River). Of economic and strategic importance because of its position at the crossroads of South Carolina, the colony. As early as 1691, this area was being considered in legislative actions by the General Assembly. It served as trading area and settlement, frontier outpost, military staging point, early township, crossroads of the great trade paths of the Catawba and Cherokee nations, and a center of back country development. In Lexington County, a few miles off Charleston Highway (US Hwys. 21, 176, 321). On the National Register of Historic Places.
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MARCH 22 THE GREAT COLUMBIA QUEST A citywide scavenger hunt covering Columbia’s history! Puzzles, clues & challenges earn points & prizes! 9AM. 1616 Blanding St. 803.252.1770 x 23
Mammoth! Colonial Life Arena. 1.855.4.LMC.TIX MAR 27-APRIL 5 JACKIE & ME See page 29. 803.777.4288
MAR 14-FEB 27, 2015 CAROLINAS CAMPAIGN The destructive path of MARCH 27-30 IT’S THE CIRCUS! Sherman’s campaign and Ringling Bros. and Barnum & controversies around burning of Columbia. Confederate Relic Bailey Circus presents: Legends! Performers summon Room & Military Museum. a unicorn, Pegasus & a Woolly 803.737.8095
MARCH 29 CAROLINA CUP Come enjoy the thrilling sport of steeplechase horse racing! Draws over 65,000 fans! Springdale Race Course, Camden, South Carolina. http://bit.ly/ZcVwGi
MARCH 29 SC CORNBREAD FESTIVAL "Live Sugar-Free" 5k run & walk, cornbread cook-off, a children's cook-off & more! 10AM-7PM. http://bit.ly/V6DAHV
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8AM-6PM Thursday-Saturday; 10AM-4PM Sunday. Pick gorgeous plants and flowers for your home! SC State Farmers Mkt-3483 Charleston Hwy
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April 11-12 historic columbia gardening symposium Registration includes a variety of presentations and workshops. 803.252.1770 x 23 or email reservations@historiccolumbia.org
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New! Theatre SC Young Audience Series
These productions will feature plays for younger theatregoers. They begin with the imaginative and inspiring Jackie and Me, Stephen Dietz’ adaptation of the awardwinning book for young readers by Day Gurtman. A fantastical adventure of a 10-year old named Joe, who has the unusual power of traveling back in time by holding onto a baseball card. Joe meets Jackie Robinson, the pioneering baseball player in circumstances young Joe wasn’t expecting. Inspiring! March 27 - April 5. 803-777-4288
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There is no time more beautiful in South Carolina than when the azaleas are in full bloom.
There is no time more beautiful in South Carolina than when the azaleas are in full bloom. They burst forth in March and April and fill our world with gorgeous pinks and whites. And no where are they more prolific and truly aweinspiring than in Greater Columbia. We’ve azalea-peeped in Charleston, Wilmington and Atlanta, and Columbia ALWAYS wins. Best neighborhoods: Forest Acres, Heathwood, Lake Katherine - older neighborhoods because azaleas like the shade of large nearby trees. Best parks: SC State House grounds (open anytime), SC Governor’s Mansion (open for group tours Tuesdays & Wednesday mornings), Heathwood Park, 800 Abelia Road. APRIL 5 CLIMB THE CLAY 8K 8:30AM. An 8K (5 mile) Trail Run & Kids Fun Run at Saluda Shoals Park. For a race application call 803.213.2056. Saluda Shoals Park. icrc.net APRIL 5-6 COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL Music, culture, food and performing arts of the cultures, nationalities, races
and language groups Stars of the NYCB share the represented in South Carolina. stage with USC dance This year’s theme: Brazil students. USC Symphony. Koger Center. 803.777.5112. http://bit.ly/1fi1xIE APRIL 10-12 GREATER CHAPIN AREA OPEN HOUSE Extended hours, shopping, specials, dining, giveaways! see pg. 33 APRIL 11 STARS OF THE NYC BALLET
APRIL 17-20 DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTS: ROCKIN’ EVER AFTER! Rock out with some of the most magical idols of all! Colonial Life Arena. 801 Lincoln Street. 1.855.4.LMC.TIX
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APRIL 18-26 HAMLET One of the greatest dramas ever created! At Longstreet Theatre on 1300 Greene Street. 803.777.2551 APRIL 19 WEST COLUMBIA RIVERWALK MUSIC FESTIVAL Musical guest: Rob Crosby w/ James & Jake “Cherry Case” Etheridge! Food & more! 803.939.8608. W. Columbia Amphitheater.
APRIL 25-27 SANTEE BIRDING & NATURE FESTIVAL Spend the day or weekend learning about exciting natural places & their inhabitants! 803.478.2217. APRIL 26 KID’S DAY OF LEXINGTON Offers fun food, activities, stage performances, interactive friends, art, books, crafts & more! http://bit.ly/9cICzP
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Giant Wine Sale & Tasting
Every other Saturday from 12-2pm, Cellar on Greene opens its doors and bottles giving you the ultimate Saturday afternoon experience. They always have at least 30 wines open for you to taste, and marked down at the lowest prices possible for you to custom build a case (or two!). Best part – this event is free, that is if you buy at least two bottles! 2001-D Greene Street 803.343.3303
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A world class barbeque cook-off & music celebration at Saluda Shoals Park! Savor the flavor of award winning “Q” from South Carolina’s best barbeque cookers while enjoying great live music from local bands! If you love barbeque and you’ve never attended a cook-off, don’t miss this! You walk from one smoker to the next, getting samples of their meat. The last time we went, we were stuffed before we got to try them all! Way fun! Saturday, May 3, 2014 from 11AM-3PM at Saluda Shoals Park. 803-772-1228 Saluda Shoals Park
APRIL 26-JUNE 13 RHYTHM ON THE RIVER CONCERT SERIES Saturdays. Live music & food right next to the Riverwalk! Free. 6-9PM. 803.794.6504
MAY 2 & 3 ARTS ON THE APRIL 26 RIDGE SWEET POTATO Features artwork, free artist PARADE & FEST demonstrations and more! Live entertainment, sweet potato ice cream, carnival, arts Storytelling & art for sale! & more! Hopkins Park @ http://bit.ly/JqWQek Lower Richland Blvd. 803.776.2778 http://bit.ly/S1xCrq
MAY 3 PICKIN’ & PIGGIN’ See above. MAY 3 ROSEWOOD CRAWFISH FESTIVAL Celebrate cajun culture! Features a diverse food, music, art & fun. 11AM -8PM. 803.708.2440
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APRIL 26 SALUDA SPLASH OPENS! Open daily from 9AM – 8PM. $3 per wristband. $5 parking fee. 5605 Bush River Rd. 803.731.5208.
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45th ANNUAL COTTONTAIL FESTIVAL & EGG HUNT
Awesome family event will have games, rides, arts & crafts and more! Egg Hunts will begin promptly at 1PM. (Be sure to get there early!) Polo Road Park. 10AM-2PM. 803.741.7272 x. 141. http://bit.ly/1eMDaSw
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FLASHLIGHT EASTER EGG HUNT & CARNIVAL Rain date: April 11th. Family-fun event! Free. Gibson Road Soccer Complex. 803.359.9961. www.lcrac.com
april 15
TODDLER EGG HUNT
Held rain or shine. Lots of eggs filled with healthy age-appropriate treats to find! Bring a basket. Designed for toddlers ages 3 and under. 6PM. Crooked Creek Park. 803.345.6181. www.icrc.net
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FLASHLIGHT EGG HUNT
Held rain or shine. With more than 3,000 eggs to find! Bring your flashlight and basket. For ages 3–8, with a special section for kids under 3. Come early and see the Bunny! 8PM. Crooked Creek Park. 803.345.6181. www.icrc.net
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Fun with Kids!
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Lexington County Library helps children get an early start developing a love for books and reading. From their Lapsit program for babies up to 2 years old, to their Toddlertime and Preschool Story Time, to Books & Beyond for kids up to Grade 5, the Library will help you introduce your young ones to the joy of reading. A complete schedule can be found at http://bit.ly/1bqYMzC or call 803.785.2600.
starting point for many youth to learn about becoming and staying active by developing healthy habits they’ll carry with them throughout their lives. Whether it’s gaining the confidence that comes from learning to swim or building positive relationships participating in sports, it’s about building the whole child, from the inside out. Help your child gain these significant life skills at the YMCA. With 5 locations in the Midlands, there is likely one convenient to you. Their facilities are fabulous and their fees are very affordable. Basketball registration is open until January 19, soccer registration is open until February 8, baseball registration is March 30-May 24. Visit columbiaymca.org for info.
Super Sibling is a program of Lexington Medical Center, where children learn what to expect when a new sibling is born. Kids watch a short video, tour the nursery and practice baby-holding techniques. After storytime, each child receives a certificate and photo keepsake. Designed for children ages 3-10. Space is limited and registration is required. An adult must stay with the child during class, which is held from 6pm 7:30pm. Cost is $20. Register at 803.791.2869 or online at lexmed.com.
This year, give your Cupcake Baking and Decorating Birthday Parties! child and his/her friends a truly memorable party at Cupcake on Lincoln St. in the Vista (across from Blue Marlin). Kids get a lesson in baking cupcakes and then get to decorate their own! Includes party invitations, 1.5 hours of fun, baking aprons for each child (to keep!), 2 Photo: Cupcake cupcakes per child to decorate, water or juice and gift bags. $250 includes first 10 children, $25 per extra child. 803.212.4949.
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Springwood Lake Family Practice 788.7884 • 1721 Horseshoe Dr. Woodhill Family Medicine 783.4433 • 813 Leesburg Rd. Midtown Family Medicine 931.0100 • 1910 Gregg St. Rice Creek Family Medicine 227.7777 • Hardscrabble & Rice Meadow Way Saluda Pointe Family Medicine 239.1600 • 3630 Sunset Blvd. Lake Murray Family Medicine 724.1100 7611 St. Andrews Rd.
We aim to provide convenient, compassionate, comprehensive, cost-effective Primary Care. Our ultimate goal is to deliver outstanding medical service as your personal physician, who has come to know you and your family through years of caring. Let our family take care of your family.
After School
Stephen F. Serbin, M.D. Peter J. Stahl, M.D. Bhavesh R. Amin, M.D. Katherine E. Gordon, M.D. Philip C Honig, M.D. David C. Fisher, M.D. Pamela I. Brown, M.D. Anil J. Kudchadkar, M.D. Patrice L. High, D.O. Stacy J. Gajewski, M.D. David C. Morris, M.D. Jennifer R. Turner, PA-C Payam Yousefian, M.D. Gregory "Todd" Davis, DPM William H. Crigler, M.D. John F. Mattei, M.D. Stephen M. Tuel, M.D. Achu F. Mofor, M.D. Ronald F. Pendleton, D.O. Kimberly A. Williams M.D. Eric N. Hutto, M.D.
City of Columbia Parks & Recreation
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Just $30 a week! Sports, games, arts & crafts, field trips and special guests are offered. Available at 7 city parks. For info, call 803.545.3100.
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Love to romp with your pup(s) in the great outdoors? The newest dog park is the Town of Lexington’s Paw Park on Hendrix St. at the water tower. A 3-acre expanse is fenced and provides you and up to 3 of your Ruff-Ruffs with a playground, agility course and the latest in doggie fun. You must make an application and pay an annual usage fee to use Paw Park, and you’ll find info at the www.lexsc.com website. Or call 803-359-1027.
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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 visitors paved and unpaved trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding; a river observation deck; a boat ramp/canoe & kayak launch; picnic shelters. Daily admission is just $5 per car or mini-van or an annual parking pass is $45. Barking Lot (dogs) passes, fisherman passes and horse trail passes are also sold. More at icrc.net or 803-731-5208.
Palmetto Trail Mobile Tour
Imagine more than 425 miles of hiking and bicycling paths beside lakes, across mountain ridges, through forests, into towns big and small. What better way to explore the natural beauty and local color of South Carolina? This is the Palmetto Trail. Recently, the Palmetto Conservation Foundation announced a new feature on the trail between Peak and Prosperity. A mobile tour gives visitors trail information via audio, video, pictures and text through the use of the hiker’s mobile phone. Scanning QR codes from signage along the trail links a smartphone to historical, environmental, cultural and educational webpages. Or hikers can call 803-234-4346 and, when prompted, enter the stop number to access the audio version of the tour. palmettoconservation.org (803) 771-0870
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