What to see

• Kao Thai grand opening: Before the main event kicks off, join Kao Thai at its new Main Street location for a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 4:30 p.m. Celebrate with complimentary bites, sangria, happy hour specials, and live music from Chris Reed. Plus, witness live painting from United in Paint.
• Spotted Salamander on Main: Staying open late for First Thursday, the 1441 Main St. spot will have The Water Kickers performing on the patio.
• Art at The Arcade Mall: From 6 to 9 p.m., immerse yourself in a live art experience featuring artists at work, and displays from 10+ local artists.
• Jasper Galleries at Sound Bites Eatery will showcase the work of Amy Kuenzie.
• College Bash! at Columbia Museum of Art: From 5 to 8 p.m., college students are invited for an evening of artistic exploration, free giveaways, and a live broadcast from WUSC-FM.
• First Thursday at Mast General: The Chris Compton Band will perform outside from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
• Hendrix Rooftop Specials: Hendrix will offer rooftop drink specials, including $5 local drafts and $10 specialty cocktails.
• Patio Party at Smoked: The event features the new Peak Drift seasonal brew, canned beers for purchase, food from an outdoor kitchen, and opportunities to win Peak Drift swag.

Music at Boyd Plaza

• Set the mood with DJ Lady Marauder’s funk, soul, and dance tracks at 5:30 p.m.
• Bring your dancing shoes and get ready to groove to George Fetner and the Strays at 7:30 p.m.

• The Market at Richland Library | Wednesday, Sept. 6 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Richland Library Main, 1431 Assembly St., Columbia | Free | Shop your community to get fresh produce, meet your new favorite author, or pick out an interesting piece of art.
• Dinosaur Jr. | Wednesday, Sept. 6 | 7:30 p.m. | The Senate, 1022B Senate St., Columbia | $35 | Rock band Dinosaur Jr. are known for their blend of alternative, indie, and noise rock.

• First Thursday | Thursday, Sept. 7 | 6 p.m. | Main Street, Columbia | Free | On the first Thursday of each month, businesses in downtown Columbia participate in First Thursday on Main by keeping their doors open late, offering a mix of specials, events, entertainment, and more.
• Modern Shag Night | Thursday, Sept. 7 | 8:30-11 p.m. | Bill’s Music Shop, 710 Meeting St., West Columbia | $5 | Learn this Southern staple dance and mingle with other Shag dancers.

• Columbia Craft Kickoff | Friday, Sept. 8 | 7-9 p.m. | Columbia Craft Brewing Company, 520 Greene St., Columbia | $15 | Kickoff the USC football season at Columbia Craft with a tour of the brewery, live music, food trucks, and a free pint of your choice.

• Gamecocks Football vs. Furman University Paladins | Saturday, Sept. 9, Saturday, Sept. 9 | 7:30 | Williams-Brice Stadium, 1174 George Rogers Blvd., Columbia | $40-$95 | The Gamecocks look to go 1-1 on the year against Furman in the team’s home opener.
• Soulja Boy | Saturday, Sept. 9 | 8 p.m. | The Senate, 1022B Senate St., Columbia | $35 | Watch this rapper and record producer most known for his hit “Crank That (Soulja Boy)”

• Toms Creek Family Farm, based in Hopkins, has opened the Farmers Market Xchange in the Vista at 912 Lady St. The new market offers fresh produce, meats, and local products.

• Historic Columbia will host the 45th Jubilee: Festival of Black History and Culture on Saturday, Sept. 16, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. The festival is headlined by Tweet and includes music, art, and family activities at the Mann-Simons Site.

• The Nickelodeon Theater on Main Street will screen “Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour Concert Film” for a four-week stint starting Wednesday, Oct. 13. Purchase tickets.

• South Carolina-based Calabash chicken chain Fatz Cafe has closed its remaining 18 locations, including its longtime Lexington location. The company declared bankruptcy shortly after the closures. (WLTX)

• B Avenue Ball Field and Butler Park in West Columbia are undergoing upgrades that include new fencing, restroom facilities, and the addition of a pickleball court. The enhancements are part of the City of West Columbia’s broader redevelopment plan. (WACH)

• Cammi Stilwell, a Columbia native with a lifelong passion for writing, is set to make her professional playwriting debut with “Odd.” The play, an odd-couple comedy about two women in their 20s navigating life and friendships, will premiere at The Warehouse Theatre in Greenville this December. (The Post and Courier)

• Congrats to Meredith Rhodes who joins commercial real estate firm, Trinity Partners, working to positively contribute to SC’s dynamic commercial real estate market.

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• Before you start cheering for your favorite team, make sure you have the perfect game day gear. From sunglasses to earrings, shop Six & Main’s tailgate collection.

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