The process

The products

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• Oils: taken under the tongue or in a beverage, it’s one of the fastest delivery methods to receptors
• Topicals: can be applied to skin as needed to reduce pain or inflammation
• Gummies: a quick and easy way to get a dose of CBD
• Delta-8 products: known as a milder version of Delta-9, known for producing relaxing effects

Where to buy

• Boo at the Zoo | Mon., Oct. 24 - Sun., Oct. 30 | 6-9 p.m. | Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, 500 Wildlife Pkwy, Columbia | $12.00 - $15.00 | Trick or treat through Halloween lights, enjoy live magic, take a spin on the haunted carousel, and more.*

• UofSC Symphony Orchestra - Zuill Bailey Plays Dvorak | Tue., Oct. 25 | 7:30 p.m. | Koger Center for the Arts, 1051 Greene St, Columbia | $0.00 - $30.00 | Grammy-Award winning cellist Zuill Bailey is back.

• Drag Bingo: Ghoul’s Night Out | Wed., Oct. 26 | 6-9 p.m. | Columbia Museum of Art, 1515 Main St, Columbia | Ghoulish glamour comes to life in this spooky bingo game and frightful fashion show where guests walk the haunted runway.

• Enjoy Art in the Garden at the 2nd Annual Unumb Center Social | Thu., Oct. 27 | 6-9 p.m. | Boyd Foundation Horticultural Center at the Hampton-Preston Gardens, 1615 Blanding Street, Columbia | $75.00 | Tickets include heavy hors d’oeuvres, libations from an open bar, and access to a silent auction highlighting local artists such as Sugar and Lola, Emily Hudson, The Unumb Center’s very own clients, and more.
• Garden Asana | Thu., Oct. 27 | 8:15-9:15 a.m. | Gardener’s Outpost, 1211 Franklin Street, Columbia | Breath-centric, in-person, for everybody.

• Fall Plant Sale | Fri., Oct. 28 - Sat., Oct. 29 | 8 a.m. | Hampton-Preston Mansion, 1615 Blanding Street, Columbia | Attendees will be able to purchase and Learn about a wide array of plants propagated from the Living Collections across all of our Historic sites.
• Fright Night Laser Lights | Fri., Oct. 28 | 6-10 p.m. | South Carolina State Museum, 301 Gervais St., Columbia | $8.00 - $10.00 | Enjoy a frightful night at the State Museum featuring a laser show choreographed to Stranger Things music in the planetarium, Dark History Tours, food, brews + more — come in costume.
• Picnic in the Park with Forest Acres + Town Theatre | Fri., Oct. 28 | 6 p.m. | Pinetree Park , 4626 Winthrop Ave., Columbia | $5.00 | Grab dinner from your favorite Forest Acres restaurant to bring to this concert series featuring well-known Town Theatre and Midlands performers.
• Spooky Spirits Bash | Fri., Oct. 28 | 7-11 p.m. | Junction 800, 800 Gervais Street , Columbia | $100.00 - $180.00 | A fun Halloween event ft. raffle games, food, drinks, and music — all funds raised go to providing camp experiences for children and adults with disabilities, illnesses, and other life challenges.*

• 77º | Partly cloudy | 10% chance of rain

• The former Glenwood Hotel (1619 Sumter St.) may be developed into short-term rentals or back into a boutique hotel. The historic four-story, 1912 building could be transformed into 27 apartments, 13 one-bedroom units, 14 studios, and feature a courtyard with fire pits. 🏨 (The State)

• It’s Diwali, the “Festival of Lights” in Hindu tradition. Celebrated on the darkest day of the lunar month, candles, lanterns + fireworks are lit to reflect the triumph of light over darkness. It’s a five-day festival, but outside of India usually only the third day is observed.

• Today kicks off homecoming week for UofSC + the Paint the Town Garnet & Black Block Party will take place on Fri., Oct. 28. Head to the corner of Harden Street and Saluda Avenue from 5-10 p.m. to celebrate students, alumni, and fans. The event will feature live music, VIP appearances, games for kids, and more. 🐔

• Newberry’s Enoree River Winery is hosting this year’s 5K Wine Run + Turkey Trot on Sun., Nov. 6. Support The William C. Blackmon Athletic Memorial Foundation — named for an influential Newberry resident who died last year. The fundraiser will help build a state-of-the-art stadium for Newberry College + provide scholarships. 👟

• ColaJazz Foundation is co-hosting “A Shot of the Blues, Drink Small: 90 Proof” to celebrate Drink Small’s 90th birthday. The concert will take place at the Koger Center on Wed., Oct. 26, at 7:30 p.m. It’ll feature on-stage seating and performances by Brittany Turnipseed, Randy Lucas Trio, The SC State University Choir + Drink Small.

• The 12th annual Cool Care Heating & Air “Give A Can, If You Can. Together We Can” canned food drive is happening now through Thurs., Dec. 22. Pro tip: Donate canned goods + non-perishable food items when Cool Care is servicing your home or business, drop donations off at their office, or make a donation. 🥫*

• The Medicare Annual Enrollment Period is here, which means it’s time to ask yourself a big question: keep your coverage, or change it? Fidelity Medicare Services can help. Fidelity’s licensed Medicare advisors provide customized advice based on your situation — and if you choose a new plan, they’ll help you enroll.*

• Don’t let chilly temperatures keep you from visiting the pumpkin patch or going to outdoor sporting events. Stock up on HotHands Hand Warmers + keep the feeling in your fingers all season long. Or try this rechargeable electric hand warmer with three different heat levels.*

• Carolina Wildlife Center | (803) 772-3994
• Never Alone Wildlife Rehab | (803) 518-0400
• Squirrel & Friends Rescue Sanctuary | (803) 760-8889