Editors’ Picks

• City Editor David | F2T Productions | Use code “GIFTBF23" for 10% off gift cards. Perfect for stocking stuffers or future events.
• Senior City Editor Sam | Five Points Association | Save $15 on your St. Patrick’s Day in Five Points ticket when you purchase through Cyber Monday.
• Your favorite local businesses: You all love shopping small. Check out where else you said you’ll be shopping on Nov. 25.

Local Favorites

• Adams Apple Company | No charcuterie board or biscuit is complete without this apple butter. Pro tip: Check out the gift box options.
• Loveland Coffee | Get your coffee by the bag or the K Cup from this family-owned local coffee shop.

Popular Gifts

• For her: simple beaded pearl ring | Drea Studio
• For friends: hygge gift box | Arinna Gifts
• For sisters: personalized “To my sister” blanket | Relatable Basic by Irene and Annie
• For holiday lovers: winter lambs ear wreath | Sprig and Vine Wreaths
• For crafters: paint your own pins kit | Jill Makes
• For anyone: stoneware coffee mug | Spinware

• Thankful Thursday with Chuck and Chip | Thursday, Nov. 23 | 7:30-10:30 p.m. | The Venue | 1626 Main St., Columbia | $15 | Whether you prefer a live band and experience or DJ, this Thanksgiving show has something for everyone.

• Gamecocks Women’s Basketball vs. Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils | Friday, Nov. 24 | 1 p.m. | Colonial Life Arena, 801 Lincoln St., Columbia | $25-$35 | Watch the No. 1 team in the nation expand on their 2023 highlight reel.
• Black Friday Flea | Friday, Nov. 24 | 6-9 p.m. | NoMa Warehouse, 2222 Sumter St., Columbia | Free | It’s like a regular NoMa Flea but with holiday deals, decorations, and visits with Santa.

• Gamecocks Football vs. Clemson University Tigers | Saturday, Nov. 25 | 7:30 p.m. | Williams-Brice Stadium, 1125 George Rogers Blvd., Columbia | $115-$175 | The Palmetto Bowl is back — root for the Gamecocks as they take on their in-state rivals, the Clemson Tigers.
• Bierkeller Weihnachtsmarkt (Christmas Market) | Saturday, Nov. 25-Sunday, Dec. 17 | Times vary | Bierkeller Columbia, 600 Canalside St., Columbia | Free | Delight in the charm of a traditional German Christmas market along the Congaree River.
• Dinner Detective Interactive Murder Mystery | Saturday, Nov. 25 | 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.

• 30% off items included in our gift guides for her + him

• 30% off Treat Yourself Gift Guide

• Happy Thanksgiving. However you celebrate, we hope you enjoy a day of rest, reflection, and community. We here at COLAtoday are thankful for our city, and the fact that there’s always plenty to talk about.

• With the Palmetto Bowl tying up the Gamecocks’ regular season this Saturday, Nov. 25, you’ll want to revisit the highlights and check in with Soda City’s other home teams. Check out our ultimate guide to sports teams in Columbia.

• Not ready to start cooking again? Don’t worry — we’ve got 20 local pizza shops ready to handle dinner. Head to the “It’s delivery” section if even driving sounds like too much for the post-Thanksgiving slump.

• According to Google Trends, the most popular side dish in South Carolina is… mashed potatoes. What can we say, there’s no beating the classics. And in case you’re looking for a kindred spirit, the only other state to share our taste is Utah. (USAtoday)

• Serve us up a second piece of apple pie. Did you know this crunchy fruit is full of fiber, antioxidant-rich, and good for your gut? Here are ten reasons an apple a day might just help keep the doctor away.*