May 25, 2023

Today's Note

City Editor David here. Tomorrow is National Donut Day, which means you can get your weekend started with a doughy bite of sweetness. Scroll down for more donut day details and nine things to keep you busy Friday, June 2-Sunday, June 4.

Events

Friday, May 26

Sunset on the Shoals | Friday, May 26 | 6-8 p.m. | Saluda Shoals Park, 5605 Bush River Rd., Columbia | $47 | Enjoy an interpretive paddle tour on the Saluda River followed by a wine tasting.
Gimme Gimme Disco | Friday, May 26 | 9 p.m. | The Senate, 1022B Senate St., Columbia | $17 | Mamma Mia, here we go again — get groovy on the dance floor and sing along to your favorite disco tunes.

Saturday, May 27

Fire Break 50 Mile & 5 Mile FKT Challenge | Saturday, May 27 | 7 a.m. | Harbison State Forest, 5600 Broad River Rd., Columbia | $40 | Firebreak Ultra will be a 10-lap race around the Firebreak Trail making it a 50-mile event.
US Sailing Small Boat Instructor Certification Course - Level 1 | Saturday, May 27-Monday, May 29 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Columbia Sailing Club, 292 Shuler Rd., Columbia | Free | This is a three-day in-person course to become a certified US Sailing small boat instructor, and there is an online portion that must be completed before the in-person session.
803 Nerd Fest | Saturday, May 27 | 10 a.m.-10 p.m. | NoMa Warehouse, 2222 Sumter St., Columbia | Free | NoMa Warehouse + Black Nerd Mafia have teamed up to bring you a full day of the nerdiest fun you could imagine.
South Carolina Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival | Saturday, May 27 | 12-5 p.m. | South Carolina State Fair, 901 George Rogers Blvd., Gate 6, Columbia | $5-$50 | This event will feature 30 of the most popular local food trucks and 50+ national craft beers.
Dinner Detective Interactive Murder Mystery Dinner Show | Saturday, May 27 | 6-9 p.m. | Cambria Downtown the Vista, 1000 Lady St., Columbia | $59.99 | Get ready to tackle a hilarious and challenging crime while you feast on a fantastic dinner.
YMCA of Columbia Race to Remember | Saturday, May 27 | 7-10 a.m. | Downtown YMCA, 1447 Hampton St., Columbia | $15.00 - $50.00 | This race is great for all levels of ability and ages — participants are encouraged to carry a flag or wear dog-tags to remember and honor military personnel.*

Sunday, May 28

Columbia Fireflies vs. Charleston RiverDogs | Sunday, May 28 | 5:05 p.m. | Segra Park, 1640 Freed St., Columbia | $5-$7 | Copa de la Diversión Weekend pres by Southern Recipe Small Batch // Sunday Funday (pre-game autographs & post-game kids run the bases)*
Aristocrat Pre-Memorial comedy party | Sunday, May 28 | 3:30 p.m. | The Aristocrat, 1001 Washington St., Columbia | $15 | Prepare yourself for a fun time with great comics, yummy brunch, and bottomless mimosas.

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From the editor

Plan Ahead

The 7th Annual Taste on the River — an event that brings some of the best Midlands’ restaurants together — will take place on Tuesday, June 13 from 5:30 to 9 p.m. at Stone River in West Columbia. Guests can enjoy tastings, entertainment, silent auctions, an open bar, and more. Tickets are $100.

Eat

Last week, the COLAtoday team went to the grand opening of Hanabi Hibachi & Sushi, located where Main Course used to be on Main Street. If this is your vibe, we recommend going sometime this week.

Ranked

No. 4. That’s where Columbia landed on Wallet Hub’s 2023’s Best & Worst Places to Start a Career list. The data takes into account 180 cities’ job-market saturation, housing affordability, and commuter-friendliness.

Great Escapes

Our Guide to Baton Rouge, LA

Visit the Capitol Gardens for a break from the big city bustle. | Photo by @evrentrx

One thing we love about Baton Rouge is how much pride the city has in its history. The food, the music, and the people are all a reflection of the rich cultures that make this city so special.

Act like a local

Food: Bayou Cafe. The BBQ chicken at this family-owned restaurant is a must-try.
Listen: If you like live music, you’ll love Mid City Ballroom. This renovated church now hosts live music performances and the world’s only Komet Amp showroom.

Where to stay:

Vrbo: Going with a group? This charming stay offers four bedrooms + a full kitchen. (~$300/night)*
Airbnb: Perfect for a couple’s trip, this guest suite is centrally located and equipped with a kitchenette. (~$72/night)

More recommendations here

Bonus message from our partner: If you’re looking to book this trip, Going offers all the affordable flight hacks from your home airport. Sign up here.*

Shop

The Buy

Life hack: Order your paper towels online and avoid trekking home a giant pack from the store. This Bounty eight-pack is a best seller, or try the Amazon Basics twelve-pack.*

Travel

Turn misplaced keys into a thing of the past with the Apple AirTag. The button-sized tracking device can give you step-by-step directions to your lost keys (or phone…or wallet…) and has a battery life of one year. Pro tip: Put one in your checked luggage and never worry about lost baggage again.*

Trending

The buzziest deodorant in the beauty scene right now: Lume whole body deodorant. Yup, whole body. It’s aluminum and baking soda-free and offers odor protection for any and everywhere. Try it in Toasted Coconut or Fresh Alpine.*

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