Plus, development at the corner of Gervais and Pickens streets.
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What’s new in Five Points?

What’s new in the Five Points District?
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All Good Books is located on Harden Street across from the fountain. | Photo by COLAtoday
Five Points, aka Cola’s original village neighborhood, continues to see a boom of new businesses after a two-year stretch where several longtime staples closed.

Beyond the college nightlife, let’s look at what’s developing in the Five Points District.

What’s new
  • All Good Books | 734 Harden St. | All Good Books, Cola’s new independent bookstore, is celebrating its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony today at 12 p.m.
  • Pannerpete | 738 Harden St. | Pannerpete — a vintage clothing retailer — is hosting the grand opening of its first brick-and-mortar store at 738 Harden St. on Sunday, March 12.
  • Orangetheory Fitness | 940 Harden St. | Soon after the new fitness spot opened last October, City Editor Sam did the “Shot Clock” workout with Gamecock great Aliyah Boston.
  • The Turning Pointe | 1030 Harden St. | Previously located in Forest Acres for more than three decades, The Turning Pointe stocks a wide variety of dance supplies.
  • The Flying Biscuit Cafe | 936 Harden St. | Flying Biscuit was the first restaurant named for the new Treadwell development that covers nearly half of the 900 block of Harden Street, across from Food Lion.
  • Unis Boutique | 631 Harden St. | The women’s clothing boutique offers an array of clothing and accessories for a variety of fashion tastes.
  • Vivid: Color Cut Style salon | 910 Harden St. | Last October, the locally owned hair salon moved into the new space across the street from Chick-fil-A.
Coming soon
  • Ruby Sunshine | 2030 Devine St. | Opening in the former Yesterdays Restaurant & Tavern location this summer, the brunch restaurant plans to serve southern favorites and creative cocktails.
Around this time last year, several new businesses were helping pave the way for Five Points’ post-pandemic revival. SWIFF, Jack Brown’s Burgers, Falafel King, and FuruSato Bento filled in vacant spots, offering Soda Citizens new places to grab a bite to eat and shop for local clothes.
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Thursday, Mar. 2
  • Storytime in the Garden | Thursday, March 2 | 3:15-4 p.m. | Hampton-Preston Mansion & Gardens, 1615 Blanding St., Columbia | Free | This event is free; however, space is limited, so registration is required for this event.
  • Taste of Lake Murray 2023 - Lake Murray’s 4th of July Fundraiser | Thursday, March 2 | 6 p.m. | Doubletree by Hilton, 2100 Bush River Rd., Columbia | $75 | This exciting evening of local cuisine, drinks, live music, and fun with Lake Murray friends is the sole fundraiser for the Annual 4th of July Celebration on Lake Murray.
  • First Thursday on Main | Thursday, March 2 | 6-10 p.m. | Main St., Columbia | Free | Enjoy an evening of live music, great food, and more.
  • Kenny George Band, Will Overman, Darby Wilcox | Thursday, March 2 | 7-11 p.m. | New Brookland Tavern, 122 State St., West Columbia | $12-$15 | For fans of melodic country, folk, and southern rock, the Kenny George Band headlines joined by Upstate songwriter, Darby Wilcox.
Friday, March 3
  • Core Retreat: Strengthening Mind, Body & Soul. | Friday, Mar. 3-Saturday, March 4 | Times vary | Eastminster Presbyterian Church Christian Life Center, 3200 Trenholm Rd., Columbia | $35 | Choose from 27 interactive and informational classes on fitness, emotional wellness, nutrition, and spiritual motivation, all led by certified dietitians, fitness instructors, and counselors.
  • Soundbites: First Fridays Presents Tiffany J | Friday, March 3 | 7-10 p.m. | Free| Esther’s Soul Food + Kitchen, 631 Promenade Pl. Ste. 6, Columbia | Singer Tiffany J will perform live with a full-female-backed band.
Saturday, March 4
  • March for Meals 5K | Saturday, March 4 | 7:30 a.m. | Timmerman Trail, 1120 Fort Congaree Trail, Cayce | Price TKTK | In addition to raising additional funds to serve the Richland County seniors in need, this event raises awareness of the issues of senior poverty and food instability.
Sunday, March 5

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Culture

Riverbanks Zoo and Garden’s new Aquarium & Reptile Conservation Center
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A preview of the desert biome at the new Darnall W. and Susan F. Boyd Aquarium & Reptile Conservation Center.
The renovations were made possible through support from The Boyd Foundation, transforming it into a state-of-the-art animal care facility. | Photo provided by Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
It’s o-fish-al: Riverbanks Zoo and Garden’s new Darnall W. and Susan F. Boyd Aquarium & Reptile Conservation Center is now open (and we couldn’t be more ex-sssited). 🐍

The reimagined attraction and educational facility gives guests an engaging experience and a chance to see wildlife conservation efforts first-hand.

The immersive experience provided by the new center will feature:
  • Conservation Labs: See hands-on work that was previously only experienced during behind-the-scenes tours.
  • Coral Lab: Get an up-close view of the critical role Riverbanks plays in protecting coral reefs. The lab showcases colonies of corals that were rescued off the coast of Florida near Key West.
  • Terrestrial Lab: Take a look at endangered reptiles and amphibians from around the globe and learn about Riverbanks’ work supporting populations of geckos, plus collaborative projects protecting SC’s most endangered wildlife.
  • Desert Biome: This new immersive habitat features desert dwellers like tortoises, rattlesnakes, and Gila monsters, as well as thick-billed parrots and burrowing owls.
Other highlights:
  • Floor-to-ceiling views of some favorite aquatic + reptilian residents
  • A giant wall of moon jellies
  • In the coming weeks, guests will have a chance to meet a giant octopus named Susan (in honor of Susan Boyd and her favorite animal).
Don’t be jelly and miss all of the fun. Swim on over and explore Riverbanks’ new Aquarium & Reptile Conservation Center. Plan your visit.*
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Weather
  • 76º | Cloudy | 24% chance of rain
  • Gesundheit. You’re not imagining that yellowish-green haze in the air this week. Pollen counts are up and are expected to hit a high of 11.6 out of 12 on Saturday. 🌳 (Pollen.com)
Biz
  • Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits, a major beverage distributor, is looking to purchase 85 acres in the Saxe Gotha Industrial Park in Lexington County near the Amazon fulfillment center. The move is pending a final vote by Lexington County Council and would replace the company’s current Richland County warehouse. 🥤 (The Post and Courier)
Community
  • Richland Library opened a new Fabrication Studio at its Main location, offering intermediate to advanced woodworkers access to a fully-equipped woodworking workshop. Before you turn on the saw, you must complete an orientation and be accompanied by a staff member. 🪚
State
  • The International Association of Golf Travel Operators (IAGTO) named South Carolina as one of the top five golf destinations in the world for 2023 along with Cyprus, Dubai, Los Cabos, and Thailand. In 2021, the golf industry had a $3.3 billion impact on SC’s economy + contributed 38,000 jobs. ⛳️
Drink
  • Pour me one s’more. Steel Hands Brewing in Cayce is hosting a Girl Scout Cookie flight pairing tonight at Flights, Family Fun Night. Girl Scouts will also be on site selling cookies so do-si-do down there this afternoon. 🍪
Plan Ahead
  • The City of Cayce is hosting a spring plant exchange on March 11 at 10 a.m. at the Cayce City Hall. Plant drop-off will start at 9:30 a.m., the event is rain or shine, and there will be a master gardener on hand to answer any questions. 🪴
Job
  • Do you eat, breathe, and dream about editorial content? We’re hiring a Managing Editor to support the strategic growth and development of 6AM City’s editorial team, specifically as it relates to content management, creation, and strategy. See details + apply.
Edu
  • Lexington County School District One recently announced a new medical assisting program in partnership with Lexington Medical Center and Midlands Technical College. Rising 10th graders can apply now for classes (think: medical terminology, basic lab techniques, anatomy + physiology, medical office management, and more) that will begin in August 2023.*
Featured Deal
  • Looking to have your home sparkling this spring? Ford & Sims Pressure Washing LLC is offering a special now through Friday, March 31: small homes (less than 1,500 sqft.) for $250, medium (1500-2,500 sqft.) for $325, large (2,500-3,500 sqft.) for $425, roof wash for $299, plus a free gutter cleaning. Snag the deal.*
Travel
  • Score big this March. Visit Greenville, South Carolina, the “Basketball Capital of the South,” for the SEC Women’s Basketball Tournament. Enjoy all the SEC action while exploring what Forbes names as one of “America’s Best Downtowns.” Plan your visit.*
Wellness
  • Our go-to product to relieve tension and decrease under eye puffiness: an ice roller. Not to mention, it’s the perfect way to cool off your face after an intense workout or morning run. These ice globes are also a great skincare addition to help soothe and depuff. *
Correction
  • Lucky you — one less race to train for. Strictly Running will not be holding the Shamrock 5K race this year. If you were planning on participating in a race within the next few weeks, you can always sign up for Get to the Green 5K, happening on Saturday, March 18.
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Gervais and Pickens street updates

1600 Gervais Street property sold to USC
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Property at the corner of Gervais and Pickens streets. | Photo via Google Street View
The University of South Carolina Development Foundation purchased 1.3 acres at the corner of Gervais and Pickens streets, across from the recently renovated Home2 Suites.

This property is catty-corner to the W.B. Whaley House that’s been recently renovated and is the future site of Knowledge Perk Coffee and several upstairs apartments.

In 2019, the foundation purchased the former Christian Science Church with plans to renovate the space and house the university’s Children’s Law Center, conveniently across from USC’s law school.

According to The Post and Courier, Havens Framemakers and Gallery will move next door to the 1620 Gervais St. building and the building it is currently in will be demolished.
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THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by David.

Editor’s pick: Yesterday’s was always one of my favorite restaurants in Cola for lunch, dinner, and the occasional Sunday brunch. It will forever be a Five Points icon. It’s an exciting time to see all of these new places opening up and hopefully Ruby Sunshine will become one of my new go-to spots.

Missed yesterday’s newsletter? Read about eight local 5K and 10K races happening in Cola, here.
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