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• Nom Nom Namaste | Thursday, Feb. 1 | 11:30 a.m.-12 p.m. | Icon on Taylor, 1218 Taylor St., Columbia | $10 | Guests will receive a complimentary small smoothie and a bite to enjoy.
• Wyatt Flores | Thursday, Feb. 1 | 8 p.m. | The Senate, 1022B Senate St., Columbia | $50 | This Mexican-American Oklahoma-born troubadour sings stories against a gritty country soundtrack.

• Free Fridays at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden | Friday, Feb. 2 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. | Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, 500 Wildlife Pkwy., Columbia | Free | The Zoo is free for Richland and Lexington County residents with proof of residency.
• More Than Rhythm: A Black Music Series Featuring Tammy Kernodle | Friday, Feb. 2 | 6-10 p.m. | Columbia Museum of Art, 1515 Main St., Columbia | Free | The season premiere of More Than Rhythm: A Black Music Series will feature a discussion and performance from ethnomusicologist and music professor Tammy Kernodle, plus a cash bar.
• Live at Loveland | Friday, Feb. 2 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Loveland Coffee, 7475 Carlisle St., Irmo | Free | Head to Loveland on the first Friday of each month for the concert featuring local musicians.

• 3rd Annual Cola Rosé Shower | Saturday, Feb. 3 | 3-7 p.m. | Williams-Brice Stadium, 1174 George Rogers Blvd., Columbia | $65-$75 | The Cola Rosé Shower celebrates women and promotes awareness to feminine care issues that plague women in the community.
• The Mothers | Saturday, Feb. 3 | Trustus Theatre, 520 Lady St., Columbia | 8 p.m. | $5 | The local comedy troupe is back with its first (and only) improv show of the season.

• In a thrilling upset, Gamecock’s men’s basketball team defeated No. 5 Tennessee 63-59. The win marks USC’s second top-10 win in three games and their first road win against a top-five team since defeating No. 3 Kentucky in 1997. (Gamecocks Online)

• Pvolve — a fitness franchise touted by Jennifer Aniston — is opening its first SC studio in May on the ground level of Bennet at BullStreet. The new studio will offer Pvolve’s low-impact fitness method with professional trainers.

• Cottage and Vine, a local home goods and lifestyle boutique, has leased nearly 2,400 sqft at Cardinal Crossing, a $60 million mixed-use development in Forest Acres. The boutique, known for its diverse home and lifestyle products, is relocating from The Shoppes at 4600.

• The Capital City Club in Columbia, facing closure after 35 years, is rallying its 700+ members for a rescue. Efforts include exploring ownership changes and local investor support to preserve the club. (The State)

• Country music star Travis Tritt is set to perform at the Township Auditorium on Saturday, May 11, with Elvie Shane as the special guest. Tickets for the concert go on sale Friday, Feb. 2 at 10 a.m.

• The Habit Burger Grill opened its first Midlands area location at 5304 Sunset Blvd. this week. The new 2,800 sqft restaurant, offering dine-in and drive-thru options, is the fifth in SC for the California-based chain, known for its charburgers and a variety of sides like fried green beans. (The State)

• This Valentine’s Day decor is making our hearts skip a beat and includes heart-shaped wreaths, neon “love” signs, heart-shaped felt garlands, and cozy red blankets.*

Taste the love

• Satisfy any sweet tooth with a peanut butter heart bar.
• Share this satisfying 12-piece bonbon gift box with someone special.

Read the love

• City Editor Sam’s pick: “I love a cute and punny gift and this Columbia pick up line sticker can be a fun way to tell someone you have feelings for them. It can also be paired with or used as a local addition to any gift you give a loved one for Valentine’s Day.”

Show the love

• City Editor David’s pick: “Imagine a beautiful plant hanging from the corner of your room everyday. Don’t just give cut flowers, give a colorful plant in this macrame hanging planter.”