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Kid-friendly activities in Columbia
A child looking at a new feature at the Riverbanks Zoo & Garden's latest attraction.

Now, guests can explore temperate and tropical forests, trek through the desert, and wind their way from land to sea in an immersive journey.

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We’re not kiddin’ around. From major attractions like the EdVenture Children’s Museum to hidden gems like the the spray pool at Lorick Park, there’s something in Soda City for children of all ages. You’ll have no trouble entertaining the youngsters with this list of 20+ kid-friendly activities around the 803.

Educational activities

EdVenture Children’s Museum, 211 Gervais St. | $13
Explore the Southeast’s largest children’s museum which boasts hands-on exhibits like a bio lab. Kids will remember Eddie — a giant sculpture of a child that kids can crawl inside to learn about organs like the brain and heart.

Columbia Fire Museum, 1800 Laurel St. | Free
Take your aspiring firefighter to this one-room exhibit which has displays and antiques commemorating the history of Cola’s fire department. Kids will remember the horse-drawn fire engine from 1903.

Mimi Kato: Ordinary Sagas at the Columbia Museum of Art | Photo credit: Drew Baron / Columbia Museum of Art

Mimi Kato: Ordinary Sagas at the Columbia Museum of Art | Photo credit: Drew Baron / Columbia Museum of Art

All about the arts

Columbia Children’s Theatre, Brookland Lakeview Empowerment Center, 1218 Batchelor St., West Columbia | $15
These professional plays allow children to foster their love of the arts up close, plus the theater offers performance opportunities and voice lessons. Kids will remember the audience participation.

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Orangeburg County YMCA is well worth the drive. | Photo by: @columbiaymca

Splash around

Waterfall Junction, 500 Wildlife Pkwy. | $19+
Located in the Riverbanks Zoo & Garden, this splash zone features a 25-ft cascading waterfall. Kids will remember the life-size replica of T-Rex.

Pool party

Greenview Pool, 6700 David St. | $3+
This public pool also has water slides and a zero-depth splash pad, plus recreational swimming on weekends. Kids will remember going down the water slide over and over again.

Great outdoors

Sesquicentennial State Park, 9564 Two Notch Rd. | $6+
Before you hit the trail for hiking, kayaking, and paddling, head to the park office for kid-friendly activities — or print them out at home. Kids will remember using the scavenger hunt and trail map on a hike.
15+ more ways to play
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Events
Monday, Feb. 19
  • 49 Winchester | Monday, Feb. 19 | 7:30 p.m. | The Senate, 1022B Senate St., Columbia | $25 | The Virginia-based band breaking onto the national scene with their alt-country, rock-n-roll, and Appalachian folk music.
Tuesday, Feb. 20
Wednesday, Feb. 21
  • 1 Million Cups | Wednesday, Feb. 21 | 9-10 a.m. | Richland Library Main, 1431 Assembly St., Columbia | Join this event for local entrepreneurs to meet and present their startups to the thriving peer network of founders in Columbia.
  • Ask the Gardener Happy Hour: Seed Starting | Wednesday, Feb. 21 | Gardener’s Outpost, 1211 Franklin St., Columbia | Free | Ask away to make sure your seeds are successful.
Thursday, Feb. 22
Friday, Feb. 23
  • Stop Light Observations | Friday, Feb. 23 | 7:30-10:30 p.m. | New Brookland Tavern, 632 Harden St., Columbia | $20-$30 | Popular Charleston band Stop Light Observations make their debut at New Brookland Tavern’s Five Points location.
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News Notes
Closed
  • Longtime downtown fried chicken favorite Drake’s Duck-in closed its temporary location on Hampton Street to return to its renovated Main Street location. An official reopening date will be announced later. (The Post and Courier)
Sports
  • Former Spring Valley High School star basketball player Lauryn Taylor set the all-time NCAA record for rebounds in a game with 44. Taylor set the record for Division II Francis Marion in their 85-62 win over North Greenville. (The State)
Eat
  • After ten years, Executive Chef Wes Fulmer is leaving Motor Supply Company Bistro, a leader in the local upscale Southern cuisine scene. Fulmer teased a new “big project” to keep an eye out for.
Today Is
  • Presidents Day. A majority of schools, banks, and government offices are closed today. Residential curbside solid waste services will not be affected by the holiday.
Concert
  • Tickets are on sale now for Silversun Pickups at The Senate on Monday, April 29. The Los Angeles rock band’s 2006 hit single “Lazy Eye” has over 145 million plays on Spotify.
Sports
  • After several trades, could the Charlotte Hornets make the Play-In tournament? Go beyond the scoreboard and behind the scenes of the Hornets with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Eat
Plan Ahead
  • Get ready to shamrock and roll. The 42nd annual St. Pat’s in Five Points festival returns on Saturday, March 16 with a huge road race, parade, and the most bands ever. Snag tickets before the price increases.*
 
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Here comes the Night Shift

NOMA Warehouse and Re-Find launch Night Shift
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Re-find Store | Photo by @refindsc
After closing their Cottontown NOMA Warehouse location, owners Mazie Cook and Beth Lawson are keeping their creative spirit alive through a new venture with Re-Find, a popular vintage shop relocating to Rosewood.

The collaboration gives birth to “Night Shift,” a Friday night market slated to run monthly from March to October. Set in Re-Find’s spacious new venue on South Edisto Street, Night Shift aims to be a hub for over 50 full-time and pop-up vendors, offering a mix of vintage treasures, artisan crafts, food, and drinks, alongside live music and entertainment.

The market will not only offer a unique shopping experience but also serves as a platform for local artists and makers to showcase their work.
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If you’re looking to explore your artistic side, City Art is offering an Intro to Color Mixing and Color Theory water color workshop on Saturday, March 16 at City Art Gallery. Sign up by making a $75 tax-deductible donation to the South Carolina Watermedia Society.
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