How do I encourage my daughter to have healthy habits without making her worry about body image?

How do I know if my teen is just moody or actually struggling with depression?

• No longer interested in spending time with their close friends and family
• Loss of interest in activities they previously enjoyed
• Significant change in their sleep pattern or eating habits
• Signs of self-harm
• Drug/alcohol use or high-risk behaviors
• Decline in school performance
• Persistent negative mood/feelings of hopelessness

• The Market at Richland Library | Wednesday, Aug. 16 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Richland Library Main, 1431 Assembly St., Columbia | Price of purchase | Shop your community to get fresh produce, meet your new favorite author, or pick out an interesting piece of art.
• Columbia Fireflies vs. Myrtle Beach Pelicans | Wednesday, Aug. 16 | 7:05 p.m. | Segra Park, 1640 Freed St., Columbia | $5-$7 | White Claw Wednesday ($5 16oz White Claws)*

• Design/Development Review Commission Meeting | Thursday, Aug. 17 | 4 p.m. | City Hall, Council Chambers, 1737 Main St., 3rd Floor, Columbia | Free | This week’s meeting includes a review of the former Columbia Tire Company location at the corner of Taylor and Pickens Streets.

• DOWN IN THE HOLLER | Friday, Aug. 18-Sunday, Aug. 20 | Times vary | Trustus Theatre, 520 Lady St., Columbia | $28 | Winner of the 2020 Trustus Playwrights’ Festival, “DOWN IN THE HOLLER” will now receive its world premiere on the Thigpen Mainstage.

• Love, Peace and Hip-Hop presents: Hip-Hop Family Day | Saturday, Aug. 19 | 12-6 p.m. | Koger Center for the Arts, 1051 Greene St., Columbia | Free | Founded a decade ago by FatRat Da Czar on the principles of love, peace, unity, and having fun, Hip-Hop Family Day offers a free, family-friendly hip-hop music festival.
• Soda City Comic Con | Saturday, Aug. 19-Sunday, Aug. 20 | Columbia Convention Center, 1101 Lincoln St., Columbia | $5-$40 | Soda City Comic Con brings together the best in comics, toys, cosplay, gaming, and artists that the Midlands has ever seen.

• Nutcracker Auditions - Columbia City Ballet | Sunday, Aug. 20 | 1 p.m. | Columbia Conservatory of Dance, 1545 Main St., Columbia | $20 | There is a dress code for all dancers, so click the event link for more information.

• The Rose of Sonora | Saturday, Oct. 7 | Saddle up for this Wild West-inspired violin concerto, and follow the story of outlaws Rose and Jed in the Sonora desert.
• Rachmaninoff 150 | Friday, Nov. 17 | Celebrate the 150th birthday of one of the most celebrated composers of all time, featuring Katherine Liu, winner of the 2022 Arthur Fraser International Piano Competition.
• Beethoven & Blue Jeans | Saturday, Jan. 13 | Don your best “Tennessee tuxedo” and dapper denim — just like the musicians onstage — for a casual evening of classical music.
• American Rhapsody | Saturday, Feb. 24 | This celebration of symphonic works by American composers will close with the Gershwin classic “Rhapsody in Blue.”
• Wolfgang & Wine | Saturday, March 23 | Join the Phil for a pre-concert wine tasting followed by an unforgettable evening of music, featuring “Requiem,” Mozart’s final composition.
• The Art of Symphony | Saturday, April 27 | Season 59 will close with an inspiring, interdisciplinary integration of classical music and visual art.

• Alshon Jeffery, a former Gamecock, All-American, and All-SEC wide receiver, will have his jersey retired at Williams-Brice Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 23 during halftime. His accomplishments in both his college + NFL career led to this honor. (Gamecocks Online)

• The City of Cayce will resume livestreaming its council meetings. Upgrades have been made using pandemic-relief funds, making meetings available to stream online. The livestreams align Cayce with other local municipalities offering remote attendees. Watch the livestreams. (The Post and Courier)

• Meet 21-year-old local boxing sensation, Elijah “The Showman” Seawright, boasting a 9-0 record. Trained by stepfather Kevin Brown, the owner of Battle Boxing Gym on Shop Road, Seawright has garnered 100K Instagram + 900K TikTok followers. Discover the story behind this rising star. (The Post and Courier)

• Chubby’s Burgers & Brewhouse (420 McNulty St., Blythewood) will host a Philly Cheesesteak pop-up on Monday, Aug. 28. Owner Chris Sarant will offer the classic trio of Cheez Whiz, rolls, and ribeye, plus variations like chicken and other cheeses. Prices begin at $15 for a 12-inch sandwich.

• Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is selling Pollinator Plant Packs in hopes to align locals with its Planting With a Purpose program. Limited quantities are available, and you can collect your packs on Saturday, Sept. 9 at the Botanical Garden.

• USC Alumni Association will host Cola Craft Kickoff on Friday, Sept. 8 (the day before the first Gamecock football home game) beginning at 7:30 p.m. Enjoy a tour of Columbia Craft Brewery, food trucks, live music, Gameday merchandise, and more. Your $15 ticket comes with a free pint of beer.

• Do your joints go snap, crackle, pop? From cracking necks to creaking knees to popping ankles, we’ve all heard those occasional cracks. But are these sounds normal, or could they be a sign of a health problem? See the answer.*

• You don’t need an ice cream maker to make this sweet and tangy summertime treat, perfect for warm, sticky afternoons. Pro tip: Use local blueberries for the most flavor.*

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• It’s Going’s biggest sale of the year. Buy an Elite membership and finally get notified when first + business class flights are 40-90% off. The sale ends Thursday, Aug. 31.

• The latest Kindle model — the Kindle Paperwhite — boasts a glare-free display, warm light options for night, and is waterproof from the beach to the bath.

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