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Local authors section at Richland Library

The local authors section at Richland Library is located at the first floor entrance. | Photo by COLAtoday

What’s better than a good book? A good book written by your neighbor (or former neighbor). Here are five to add to your radar of new and soon-to-be-released books.

Personal stories
  • True Story: A Faith Journal by Greg Adalane | Release date: May 29, 2023 | This heartwarming collection of stories chronicles Greg’s journey from an unlikely broadcasting start to everyday experiences. Originally shared on Facebook during the COVID-19 pandemic, the well-received writings inspired Greg to compile them into this book.
Fiction
  • The Seven Year Slip by Ashley Poston | Release date: June 27, 2023 | In this witty and wise novel by the New York Times bestselling author of “The Dead Romantics,” Clementine, an overworked book publicist with a carefully planned future, faces an unexpected challenge when she falls in love with her temporary roommate.
Learn something new
  • Kugels and Collards by Rachel Gordin Barnett, Lyssa Kligman Harvey, III, John M Sherrer | Release date: August 29, 2023 | This book is a flavorful exploration of SC’s Jewish community through its diverse culinary traditions.

    Pro tip: Join the Jewish Historical Society of SC and Historic Columbia for a book signing on Friday, Oct. 6 at the Seibels House and Gardens.
  • Injustice in Focus: The Civil Rights Photography of Cecil Williams by Cecil Williams, Claudia Smith Brinson | Release date: January 9, 2024 | This book is a collaboration between Southern Black photojournalist Cecil Williams and journalist Claudia Smith Brinson, offering a firsthand account of SC’s civil rights movement.
Part of a series
  • Amari and the Night Brothers #3 by B.B. Alston | Release date: February 6, 2024 | This is the third installment in the Supernatural Investigations series from the Lexington-based author who was the No. 1 Kids’ Indie Next pick.
Looking for more local authors and books with Columbia connections? Here are 20 local books ranging from personal stories to mysterious supernatural series.
Check them out
MUSC Health
 
Events
Friday, July 14
  • Lexington County Blowfish Home Game - Doubleheader | Friday, July 14 | 5 p.m. | Lexington County Baseball Stadium, 474 Ball Park Rd., Lexington | $10 | Get ready for a doubleheader with the first game starting at 5:05 p.m. followed by a 7:05 p.m. first pitch.
  • The Wizard of Oz at Town Theatre | Friday, July 14-Sunday, July 16 | Times vary | Town Theatre, 1012 Sumter St., Columbia | $15-$25 | Follow the yellow brick road for Town Theatre’s production of The Wizard of Oz.
Saturday, July 15
  • USC Summer Musical Theatre Intensive Showcase | Saturday, July 15 | 4-6 p.m. | USC School of Music Recital Hall, 813 Assembly St., Columbia | Free | USC’s Summer Musical Theatre Intensive’s Showcase is a staged performance of talented performing arts high school students.
  • Storyboarding workshop with Corey Davis | Saturday, July 15 | 1-3 p.m. | 701 CCA, Main Exhibition Gallery, 701 Whaley St., 2nd floor | $25 | In conjunction with Tyrone Geter’s Artist in Residence, Corey will guide the participants through the history of graphic novels while helping them develop their own hero’s storyline.
  • Columbia Fireflies vs. Kannapolis Cannon Ballers | Saturday, July 15 | 6:05 p.m. | Segra Park, 1640 Freed St., Columbia | $5-$7 | Dino Weekend feat Ed’s Dinosaurs // Post-Game Fireworks*
Sunday, July 16
  • Free Sundays Presented by Richland County | Sunday, July 16 | 1-4 p.m. | The Museum of the Reconstruction Era, 1705 Hampton St. | Free | The Museum of the Reconstruction Era at the Woodrow Wilson Family Home is the nation’s only museum dedicated to showcasing the post-Civil War Reconstruction period and is housed in SC’s only remaining presidential site.
  • Columbia Fireflies vs. Kannapolis Cannon Ballers | Sunday, July 16 | 5:05 p.m. | Segra Park, 1640 Freed St., Columbia | $5-$7 | Dino Weekend // Boy Scout Night // Sunday Funday (pre-game autographs and post-game kids run the bases)*
Calendar events here
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Arts

Arts

Explore South Carolina State Museum’s first-ever online collection database
Presented by a CHStoday partner
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The new database offers an immersive exploration of the museum’s art collection. | Photo provided by the South Carolina State Museum
The South Carolina State Museum‘s art collection (think: 4,500+ pieces of fine and folk art, historic and modern pottery, ceramics, and more) is now available to explore online for the first time.

This project, made possible with funding from the Institute of Museum and Library Services’ (IMLS) Museums for America grant and the South Carolina State Legislature, has been years in the making.

While the online database is currently limited to works of art, the majority of the museum’s collections will be added in time for SCSM’s 35th anniversary in November.
Check it out
News Notes
Festival
  • The Reggie Sullivan Band, Billy Joel tribute band Turnstiles, and R&B artist Meli’sa Morgan will headline the inaugural Meeting Street Music Fest on Saturday, September 16. The free event taking place on the 500-700 blocks of Meeting Street will happen from 4-8 p.m.
Closed
  • The downtown Pizza Hut location on Sumter Street has closed. A sign on the door reads that the business will move to the old Church’s Chicken location at the corner of Taylor and Millwood streets, with plans to open in September. (Columbia Closings)
Cause
  • Join Historic Columbia on October 19 for the 19th Annual Palladium Silent Auction Bidding + BBQ event, its biggest fundraiser of the year. Enjoy live music from Prettier than Matt, barbecue, and specialty drinks at the Hampton Preston Mansion and Gardens. Auction items will go online prior to the event.
Biz
  • Early bird registration is now open for Growth Summit 2023, scheduled for November 2 and 3 at the Columbia Museum of Art. The conference was created to connect business owners across the state and foster a sense of community.
Kids
  • Richland Library and the University of South Carolina Gamecocks are hosting the 27th Pigskin Poets event at the Drew Wellness Center on Friday, July 21 at 3 p.m. Attendees can video, take photos, and talk with members of the USC football team.
Older Adults
  • The SC Senior Resources Board of Directors announced the unification of Senior Resources with The Lourie Center, effective August 1. This collaboration aims to enhance senior programming and create a vibrant atmosphere for older adults in Richland County.
Health
  • Sun’s out and toes are too — it’s barefoot season, COLA. MUSC Health podiatrist Dr. Michelle L. Butterworth walks us through keeping our feet safe this summer.*
Finance
Travel
  • Searching for the perfect luggage set that’s both lightweight + durable? We love this set for its polycarbonate shell and quiet double spinner wheels.*
Shop
  • Our online shop (Six & Main) now features Loveland Coffee, a Columbia-based brand that roasts small batched, certified fair trade organic coffee. This business also donates 1% of its gross annual revenue to local water-based incentives through the nonprofit 1% for the Planet. Shop now.
 
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Tuesday we asked you to share your favorite french fries and here’s what you said:
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Take a taste of the M.O.M. burger — bonus: it’s served with truffle frites | Photo via Market on Main

Happy Fryday. We hop you enjoyed National French Fry day yesterday. If you missed it, here are some local fry favorites that you shared with us.
 
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The Wrap
 
David Stringer wearing a dark button-down shirt

Today’s edition by:
David
From the editor
We talked about our favorite local fries and mine are Rockaway’s fries with the pimento cheese on the side. I like to dip the fry and then put the pickled jalapeno ring on the end. Sam’s favorite are River Rat’s truffle fries. I’m in the boat that even a bad french fry is still pretty good.
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