Columbia Parks and Recreation

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• Evening for Educators | Thursday, Feb. 15 | 4:30-6:30 p.m. | Columbia Museum of Art, 1515 Main St., Columbia | Free | Educators from across the state are invited to head to the CMA for an evening of art, wine, and bites as they enjoy a private preview of new exhibitions.
• My Bloody Valentine | Thursday, Feb. 15 | 8-11 p.m. | The Hoot, 2910 Rosewood Dr., Columbia | Free | Join Columbia Kings n’ Things for a new monthly drag show featuring talent from all over the Carolinas.

• Taylor Swift Dance Party | Friday, Feb. 16 | 9 p.m. | The Senate, 1022B Senate St., Columbia | $22 | Dance the night away like your significant other just won the Super Bowl.
• TL II VALENTINE’S EDITION Featuring T.I. & Tamar Braxton | Friday, Feb. 16 | 8 p.m. | The Township Auditorium, 1703 Taylor St., Columbia | $77.50-$173 | This concert blends hip-hop and soulful R&B for a memorable Valentine’s celebration featuring romantic rhythms.

• Gamecocks Men’s Basketball vs. LSU | Saturday, Feb. 17 | 3:30 p.m. | Colonial Life Arena, 801 Lincoln St., Columbia | $20-$55 | Watch the No. 11 Gamecocks as they look to continue their run to the NCAA tournament.
• Low Country Boil hosted by CB90 & The Garnet Trust | Saturday, Feb. 17 | 6-9 p.m. | 801 Harden St., Columbia | $25 | The event is all about bringing Gamecock fans together to enjoy delicious food, and live music during a jam-packed sports weekend.
• Edgar and George Meyer in Concert | Saturday, Feb. 17 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Darla Moore School of Business, Johnson Performance Hall, 1014 Greene St., Columbia | $20 | Watch GRAMMY winner Edgar Meyer and his violinist son in concert.

• A $94.5 million apartment complex — The Streams at Earlewood — featuring 300 units, is slated for development at 301 Sunset Dr. Approved by Richland County and the City, construction is expected to start in early 2025 and be complete in two years.

• Chicken Salad Chick announced the opening of its new location in Trenholm Plaza on Tuesday, Feb. 27. The grand opening event will reward the first 100 guests with free chicken salad for a year, alongside daily specials and giveaways throughout the week.

• Barrio Tacos + Tequila + Whiskey opened its newest location at 4420 Devine St. on Tuesday. Offering specialty tacos, and cocktails, this is the second Midlands location for the Ohio based chain.

• Meredith McFadden is the first woman to serve as a bullpen catcher for a Power Five baseball team, joining USC’s squad. Read more about her lifelong dedication to baseball and how she’s breaking the norm on The Daily Gamecock.

• The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance’s (SCMA) third annual Manufacturing Madness invites public votes to find the “Coolest Thing Made in South Carolina.” Nominations are open until Thursday, Feb 22, with the winner announced on March 28. Past winners include the F-16 Fighting Falcon and Nucor Steel.

• What will it take for the Gamecock’s women’s basketball team to win another National Title? Go beyond the scoreboard and behind the scenes of the Gamecocks with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcast.

• Learning is a lifelong endeavor — or at least, that’s how the University of South Carolina sees it. Through Continuing Education and Conferences (CEC), the university offers programs for South Carolinians of all ages like the Carolina Master Scholars Summer Adventure Series, and professional education and personal interest courses.*

• Sleeping poorly? Feel cranky, exhausted, or lethargic during the day? Or, maybe nervous, jittery, and restless? Many conditions can cause these issues in our bodies — but there’s a chance it could be a problem with the thyroid. Here’s how to spot a thyroid issue and what you can do about it.*

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• Regain’s couples therapy is accessible via phone, text, and video call and is FSA/HSA-friendly. Get 25% off your first month for Valentine’s Day.*

What not to miss

• Fountain tradition: Participate in the annual dyeing of the Five Points Fountain.
• Irish music: Enjoy the sounds of Palmetto Pipes and Drums.
• Dance performances: Be captivated by the Connick School of Irish Dance.
• Special guests: Meet Gamecock football stars Hunter Rogers (#36) and Alex “Boogie” Huntley (#95).
• For the kids: Activities include ladybug face painting, balloon art, and crafts.
• Treats: Savor sweets from The Donut Guy and Kona Ice (available for purchase).