Culture

Needlepoint is one of the biggest “analog hobby” trends. Here’s where to learn and meet other stitchers.
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“The Growth Project” podcast’s main goal is to help people become their best, no matter what challenges come their way.
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Whether you’re a seasoned art aficionado or just looking to dip your toes into the avant-garde, this exhibition is a must-see.
South Carolina Pride Movement’s Pride Week is in full swing, with the Pride Festival kicking off later this week.
This year’s Fireflies Holiday Lights promises to be bigger, better, and brighter. See what packages, food options, and activities are available for the whole family.
Looking for things to do, but keep running across the same old stuff? Check out these local-approved (not-so) hidden gems.
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In anticipation of the South Carolina Philharmonic’s 60th anniversary season, we sat down for a Q+A with its Music Director.
We’re giving you all the pertinent details about some of the elementary, middle, and high schools in Columbia so you can make the best decision for your family.
Just because you’re further on in life doesn’t mean you can’t have fun to recognize another trip around the sun.
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A major exhibition of French modern art is coming to the Columbia Museum of Art this fall.
Gather together with local community members for the ‘Morning of Remembrance Ceremony as Cola honors SC’s first responders + military service members.
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Columbia’s skyline may soon see its tallest addition in nearly 40 years. Developer Core Spaces is planning new 26 and 22-story towers, reaching ~300 feet tall, for the block bordered by Main, Hampton, Washington, and Assembly streets. Here’s what our readers think about the new development.
Do you need more ways to beat the heat? Check out our list of pools, water parks, and splash pools in Columbia.
Can you relate to the sentiment of feeling like “empty nesters” when students leave for the summer?” Here’s how to explore your city when there’s less traffic.
Stevie Nicks? Check. Jerry Cantrell? Check. It’s not a bad idea to triple check this list of upcoming concerts and get your tickets before they sell out in Columbia, SC.
Looking for ways to honor and observe Memorial Day with your family? This event round-up is for you. Whether you want to hike, work out, watch baseball, attend a musical performance, or more, find a way to get involved locally.
Have you ever wondered what Public Works does in your county? We are providing you a quick rundown of the basic tasks this civic department completes and how to interact with it.
This new Columbia event space offers custom catering for showers, dinners, with room for up to 99 guests.
Try a glass, enjoy a tasting, or take home a bottle at these Cola wine bars.
Looking for a way to lend a paw or just want a furry friend? These shelters across Columbia could use your help fostering, adopting, or volunteering.
These migratory songbirds, the Purple Martins, gather here nightly through the summer, filling the sky in a swirling display before making their way to South America.⁠