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Meet Columbia’s coworking spaces

femme x COLUMBIA is a social club + coworking space located in the Robert Mills District in downtown Columbia. | Photo by COLAtoday

Working from home is the dream, right? Maybe at first – but after months of working from the couch + living in “sweatpants chic,” it can get old.

Our solution to preventing cabin fever? Coworking spaces.

Coworking spaces encourage collaboration over competition as members typically come from a variety of companies, ventures + projects. The community acts as a springboard for creativity, allowing members to participate and learn. It basically helps to develop a greater sense of pride in their projects.

So if you need a professional space, a sounding board, or if you just need to get out of the house, here are the office sharing opportunities around town.

CoCreate Lexington, 141 Riverchase Way, Lexington
Price: $125/month for part time, $175/month for in-person options, and $50/month for virtual options

Converspace, 136 Forum Dr.
Price: Private meeting spaces start at $40 per hour and virtual services start at $35 per month

Expansive, 1122 Lady St.
Price: Starting at $199+/month

femme X COLUMBIA, 1501 Richland St.
Price: $175+/month for full-time and $50/month for virtual office

Located in a historic downtown property, femme X COLUMBIA offers day passes, community, social, part-time, and monthly options to suit any need. The space also has a cafe and lounge for lunch, happy hour options, and private meeting rooms + studios across the four floors.

NOMA Warehouse, 2222 Sumter St.
Price: $50/month or $250/month for an Anchor Vendor + Fixed Studio Space

Formerly Taste of the South, the NOMA Warehouse is designed specifically for artists with artist studios and shops in the 4,500 sqft building.

Regus, 1320 Main St.
Price: $348+/month and private meeting rooms starting at $25 per hour

SOCO, BullStreet, 1721 Saunders St. + SOCO 80808, 808 Lady St. Ste. D
Price: Plans starting at $100/month

With locations in the Vista and the BullStreet District, both spots have options to upgrade for a designated desk, outdoor seating, parking, and private meeting space. Membership will provide access to both locations and community resources.

Do you know of any coworking spaces in the area that we didn’t mention? Let us know where you like to cowork.

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Wednesday, October 19

South Carolina State Fair | Wed., Oct. 19 | 12 p.m. | South Carolina State Fairgrounds, 1200 Rosewood Dr, Columbia | $10.00 - $20.00 | The South Carolina State Fair back for another year, featuring the free daily circus, concerts, exhibits, rides, fair food, and so much more.
The Dominican Jazz Project | Wed., Oct. 19 | 7:30-8:30 p.m. | School of Music 206 Recital Hall, 813 Assembly St, Columbia | Free | The Dominican Jazz Project will be performing at the School of Music this October.

Thursday, October 20

Golden Night of Jazz | Thu., Oct. 20 | 6-9 p.m. | Hampton-Preston Gardens and Greenhouse, 1615 Blanding Street, Columbia | Hosted by Always United, this event is a celebration of the music, culture, and wine of South Carolina.
College Night at the State Museum | Thu., Oct. 20 | South Carolina State Museum, 301 Gervais St, Columbia | Present a valid student ID with a ticket at check-in for validation.
COLAughs Comedy-Laughs Out Back | Thu., Oct. 20 | 8:03 p.m. | The Warmouth, 209 Franklin St, Columbia | $12.50 | COLAughs Comedy returns to the back patio of The War Mouth featuring New Orleans comics Amanda G and Keeda.

Friday, October 21

Oyster Roasts at Steel Hands! | Fri., Oct. 21 | 5-9 p.m. | Steel Hands Brewing, 2350 Foreman St, Cayce | No tickets are necessary for this shuckin’ good time, but all oyster orders are first come, first served.
Palimpsest Live | Fri., Oct. 21 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Columbia Museum of Art, 1515 Main St, Columbia | $10.00 - $15.00 | Celebrate the fifth anniversary of the Palimpsest podcast with an intimate, live performance with Jamieson Ridenhour and Hayley Heninger, who will perform two complete stand-alone episodes from this year’s Visitations series.*

Saturday, October 22

Earth Wind and Fire - Legacy Reunion | Sat., Oct. 22 | 7:30 p.m. | Koger Center for the Arts, 1051 Greene St, Columbia | $39.00 - $110.00 | Earth, Wind & Fire dominated the 70’s with their monster grooves and high energy, danceable hits.

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Get in the (giving) spirit by donating to AllSouth’s food drive

Woman duct taping a box closed at a food drive.

Give back to our vibrant community. | Photo via AllSouth Federal Credit Union

Time to clear out the pantry, COLA — and help out your fellow Soda Citizens while you do. 🥫

AllSouth is hosting a food drive to benefit Harvest Hope Food Bank now through Fri., Oct. 28. No time to drop off? Donate via the virtual drive.

97.3% of each $1 donated goes toward feeding those who are hungry, including families + seniors who will experience above-average utilities this winter.

See food drive locations and plan your drop off.*

GET TO GIVING

Weather

63º | Sunny | 1% chance of rain
A frost warning is in effect until 9 a.m. today with below-normal temperatures expected through the rest of the workweek. Another light freeze is possible tomorrow morning, so be sure to protect sensitive outdoor vegetation. (WLTX)

Sports

The UofSC women’s basketball team will host FAM Fest outside Colonial Life Arena prior to its exhibition game on Mon., Oct. 31. From 5-7 p.m., fans are encouraged to wear their Halloween costumes + enjoy family fun near the A’ja Wilson statue on the Lincoln Street side of the arena. 🏀 (Gamecocks Online)

Regional

Beginning Jan. 1, Carowinds will move to a year-round schedule, opening for the first time in January, February, and March. The park’s rides, dining, and other activities will be open during the expanded winter weekends. Fear is waiting for you at SCarowinds, happening now through Sun, Oct. 30. (The State)

Edu

Midlands Technical College (MTC) is making higher education more accessible by offering free tuition and fees for the Spring Semester to eligible students. MTC is hosting a Quick Start day on Sat., Oct. 22 from 9-11 a.m. where interested students can apply + meet with admissions counselors. 🏫

Cause

Transitions Homeless Center is hosting its annual Reconstructing Home Art Show and Auction fundraiser tonight from 6-10 p.m. at the Columbia Museum of Art (1515 Main St.). The event brings attention to art created by clients of Transitions in addition to raising money to support the homeless center.
Make-A-Wish South Carolina is expanding its Trailblaze Challenge Program to offer a Spring Journey on The Palmetto Trail to support its wish-granting program. For the first time, hikers can start their journey at the highest peak in SC and end in the coastal marshes. Sign up here for one of three spring dates.

Kids

Kids aged 3-12 receive free admission to the SC State Museum on Sat. Oct. 22 + 29 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. when they arrive in costume. The museum has seasonal shows like the SCOOB! 4D Experience + Halloscream Laser Lights, along with spooky SC tales told in the limited-time Dark History Tour. 👻

Arts

Caitlin Bright, the former director of Tapp’s Art Center on Main Street, will be the new leader at the 701 Center for Contemporary Art. As the organization’s new executive director, Caitlin told hopes to make 701 CCA a destination cultural hub for South Carolina. (The Post and Courier)

Eat

You “butter” believe it — butter boards are the latest internet sensation. Try your hand at creating your own masterpiece by picking the perfect base for your board. 🧈*

Seasonal

If you WFH like us, it’s nearly time to break out the space heater. Solve chilly mornings the energy efficient way with the Dr. Infrared Heater that warms objects, not the air. Hello, cozy legs. Bonus: Heat your patio with infrared, too. 🔥*

Stat

One out of eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer — but the risk is not the same for all women. Are you high risk? Prisma Health medical oncologist Joe Stephenson, MD, sorts out the facts about high-risk breast cancer (and the difference between risk reduction + prevention).*

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Crossed words: Can you solve this local word game?

Cross Words Survey — **Can you guess the answer to our local word game?**

Are you ready for a foodie round of our local word game? It’s easy — just tap this link to get started.

We’ll give you a hint + its up to you to guess the mystery neighborhood, restaurant, or business. Once you think you know the answer, tap the link above to type in your answer and hit the arrow key to submit. Did you get it right? We’d love to know.

Hint: Two words, sushi restaurant opening Thurs., Oct. 20 in the old Main Course whose name means “fire flower.”

THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by David.

Editor’s pick: In addition to the coworking spaces mentioned above, Columbia’s coffee shops are also great spaces to get out of the house and get some work done. We try to bounce around and try all of them both for the caffeinated bevs + the friendly atmosphere. Try out one of these fall drinks next time you stop in with your laptop.

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