Sam here. 👋 I can’t believe it’s already 2023. With a new year comes new events — and old ones — as annual celebrations come back around. Check out nine events happening around Columbia this weekend.

Friday, Jan. 6

Pitchy Woman | Friday, Jan. 6 | 8:30-10 a.m. | femme x COLUMBIA, 1501 Richland St., Columbia | Practice your elevator speech, present a new concept you are testing, and get feedback.
NoMa Flea | Friday, Jan. 6 | 6-9 p.m. | Free | NoMa Warehouse, 2222 Sumter St., Columbia | From fashion to baked goods and everything in between, you won’t be able to keep that holiday money in your pocket.
Focal Points Tour: It’s a Gift! | Friday, Jan. 6 | 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Columbia Museum of Art, 1515 Main St., Columbia | Free | Focal Points is a series of gallery tours featuring topics and themes near and dear to the hearts of docents and staff.

Saturday, Jan. 7

Run with Rotary | Saturday, Jan. 7 | 8 a.m. | Doko Meadows Park, 171 Langford Rd., Blythewood | Trophies will be given to the top three winners in each age category and medals will be given to all participants of the Includes a 5K and half marathon.
Soda City Market | Saturday, Jan. 7 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Main Street, 1300-1600 Main St., Columbia | Find everything you need to nourish your brain, body, and belly — helping establish our city as the real southern hotspot for locals and visitors alike.
Travel Party! | Saturday, Jan. 7 | 6 p.m. | Studio Cellar, 912 Lady St., Columbia | Bring the Studio to you with an instructor, a two hour class, and all supplies included.

Sunday, Jan. 8

BrideCityShows.com Bridal Expo | Sunday, Jan. 8 | Columbia Convention Center, 1101 Lincoln St., Columbia | $12 | Bride City Bridal Shows Expo has everything from the engagement ring to the honeymoon and beyond.
“The Green Book of South Carolina” Book Signing | Sunday, Jan. 8 | 4-5 p.m. | Boyd Horticultural Center, 1615 Blanding St., Columbia | Free | This is a first-of-its-kind travel guide to the most tourist-friendly destinations offering visitors avenues to discover intriguing African American history as they travel the state.
Brooks Herring Farewell Concert | Sunday, Jan. 8 | 7:30-10:30 p.m. | The Venue, 1626 Main St., Columbia | $25-$ | Don’t miss your last chance to see Brooks before he moves to Nashville.

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Community

If your new year’s resolution is to connect with your community more, here are five ways to become a more involved Soda Citizen. 💙

Soda Citizen(s)

Riverbanks Zoo has recently welcomed two new zoo babies to the animal kingdom. Head to the zoo to see a new meerkat pup and a baby koala named Charlotte. Psst — thanks to the return of Free Fridays, you’ll be able to get in for free if you’re a Richland or Lexington County resident. 🐨 (WIS)

DYK

Did you know — the Hideout at WeCo has recently opened an upstairs space? Check it out for yourself and we highly recommend ordering the # 4 tartine on the menu. Fresh greens, feta, and cucumbers sit atop thick toast before being drizzled with balsamic dressing. 🍞

Our guide to Hollywood, CA

Great Escapes: Our guide to Hollywood, CA

Grauman’s Chinese Theatre is a must-see landmark in Hollywood. | Photo by 6AM City

Need a getaway in the new year? Plan a trek to Hollywood, CA — the famous hub for creatives and entertainment fanatics alike. From the iconic Hollywood Sign and Hollywood Walk of Fame, to the historic Grauman’s Chinese Theater, there’s so much to see in Tinseltown. It’s showtime. 🎬

Outdoors: Gaze at the iconic Hollywood Sign from various vantage points — like the 3-mile loop along the Hollywood Reservoir — or use these trails to hike to it, including Mt. Hollywood Trail.
Tickets: Try to attend a live taping to experience true Hollywood magic. You can sign up for free tickets to TV shows like “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” at El Capital Theater or “America’s Got Talent” at Dolby Theatre.
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Wellness

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Eat

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