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🚶 Crawl in love with Cottontown

Explore a historic neighborhood through art with this year’s sixth annual Cottontown Art Crawl
Cottontown Art Crawl
Art is shown on porches and in yards throughout the neighborhood. | Photo by COLAtoday team
Located on the northern edge of downtown Columbia’s business district, Cottontown is one of our city’s first planned suburbs. Established in the late 1890s, the neighborhood is filled with Craftsman-style bungalows, and has experienced a boom in recent years.

Since its inception in 2019, the event has grown significantly, earning accolades like the title of Best Festival Columbia 2023, voted on by our readers.

The sixth annual Cottontown Art Crawl returns on Saturday, March 9 from 4 to 10 p.m., and is set to showcase 200 artists, selling their art on covered front porches and yards throughout the neighborhood.

Cottontown Art Crawl

Peruse over 200 artists during this year’s Cottontown Art Crawl. | Photo by COLAtoday team

What to expect

The outdoor event spans several city blocks and will offer:
  • Fine art
  • Handmade goods
  • Food trucks
  • A historic walking tour
  • Children’s activities
  • A student art exhibition
  • Live music, featuring three bands
Want to get involved? The Art Crawl is looking for volunteers. Admission is free and in case of rain, the event will be rescheduled to Sunday, March 10.

The Dens Hotel Trundle

Marcus Munse and Rita Patel standing in front of two of The Dens in Cottontown.

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Photo via Hotel Trundle

Cottontown in the headlines

After recently closing their Cottontown NOMA Warehouse location, owners Mazie Cook and Beth Lawson are keeping their creative spirit alive through a new venture called Night Shift, 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.

Capital City Cornhole announced its closure on Facebook. It will be shifting to “Traveling Cornhole,” offering tournament services + its last night will be Friday, Feb. 23. It also shared that its current venue will be transformed into a vintage/antique store.

Hotel Trundle expanded into Cottontown with last year’s announcement of The Dens. We got an inside peek into the four new spaces — take a look.
 
Events
Thursday, Feb. 22
  • Gamecock Women’s Basketball vs. Alabama Crimson Tide | Thursday, Feb. 22 | 7 p.m. | Colonial Life Arena, 801 Lincoln St., Columbia | $25-$35 | Watch as the team looks to stay undefeated.
  • Art in Focus with Dr. Frank Martin | Thursday, Feb. 8, Thursday, Feb. 22 | 11:30 a.m.-12 p.m. | Columbia Museum of Art, 1515 Main St., Columbia | Explore themes found in an individual artwork on view, offering an opportunity to discover new insights with a true fine arts specialist.
Friday, Feb. 23
  • 2024 Irish Ceili Columbia | Friday, Feb. 23 | 6-9:30 p.m. | Corley Mill House & Gardens, 221 Corley Mill Rd., Lexington | $10 | Ceili is an evening of Irish music, dance, food, fun, drink and laughter.
  • Katt Williams: The Dark Matter Tour | Friday, Feb. 23 | 8 p.m. | Colonial Life Arena, 801 Lincoln St., Columbia | $62-$253 | With a career spanning over 20 years, comedian Katt Williams has earned a worldwide reputation as one of today’s top entertainers.
  • 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.
  • Gamecock Baseball vs. Belmont University Bruins | Friday, Feb. 23-Sunday, Feb. 25 | Times vary | Founders Park, 431 Williams St., Columbia | $12-$15 | Root root root for the home team.
Saturday, Feb. 24
  • Soda City Market | Saturday, Feb. 24-Saturday, Nov. 30 | Times vary | Main Street, 1300-1600 Main St., Columbia | Free | Find everything to satisfy your brain, body, and belly — and made with love by local vendors.
  • Brunch Trivia at The Grand | Saturday, Feb. 24 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | The Grand on Main, 1621 Main St., Columbia, Columbia | Free | Test your knowledge while enjoying brunch.
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Eat

Doctors’ Orders: Eating healthy at Market on Main
Three slices of ciabatta bread sit on a terra cotta plate next to marinated tomatoes, basil pesto, and a chunk of burrata cheese.
Grilled ciabatta, cherry tomatoes, confit garlic, basil pesto, sweet balsamic, and burrata? Yes, please. | Photo via @marketonmaincolasc
Chefs — er, we mean Soda Citizens — today, we’ve prepared for you a new dish of Doctors’ Orders, the series in which Midlands doctors share what they like to eat at some of our favorite local restaurants.

We’re dining with Alvin Strasburger, MD, who recently joined Lexington OB/GYN, at Market on Main as he shares his pick of plates from the one-stop shop for a quick bite to eat, a cocktail after work, or a leisurely dinner. Bon appétit.

“When I’m eating somewhere with lots of great options like Market on Main, I always like sharing plates. That way it allows me to try new things and ensures I get a variety of nutrients while maintaining portion control (and maybe controlling cost too!).

Some of my favorite shareable options at Market on Main are the Japanese baked mussels, the burrata, and the salads. The mussels, rich in protein, iron, and omega-3 fatty acids, complement the burrata’s healthy fats and calcium.

I Iove local fresh produce, and the Tijuana Caesar salad provides a range of vitamins and antioxidants, as well as fiber. This approach helps me make sure that I get food from many different food groups, and l get to enjoy the company too!”
More garlic confit for me
News Notes
Closed
  • Compton’s Kitchen, a Southern breakfast + lunch staple in West Columbia (1118 B Ave.) for nearly 50 years, has closed. The closure was announced on the restaurant’s website, with no specified closing date provided. (The Post and Courier)
Open
  • Kids Garden, a drop-in creative arts learning center located at 4714 Forest Dr., is now open + follows the Montessori method. No reservations are needed for drop-in care, and they provide flex preschool, afternoon programs, and summer camps.
Closing
  • After ~80 years, DeLoache Flowers (2927 Millwood Ave.), known for its vibrant arrangements, is closing its doors on Thursday, Feb. 29. Co-owner Jackie Branham cited retirement as the reason. (The State)
Trending
  • Roman Kimball, a USC pitcher, documented his journey from Tommy John surgery to pitching again on his YouTube channel. The vlogs provide insights into his recovery + Gamecock experience. With over 12,000 subscribers, he aims to balance baseball and collegiate career content. (The State)
Feel Good
  • Cayce Police Department introduced Nero, their newest K9 team member, at a press conference, funded by the Steel Paws initiative. Nero, a Belgian Malinois/German Shepherd mix, specializes in tracking, searches, and narcotic detection. (Cola Daily)
Environment
  • Wingard’s Market + Riverbanks Zoo are collaborating to bring author Doug Tallamy, renowned for his expertise in native plants, to discuss gardening for environmental impact. All levels of gardeners are welcome to attend on Thursday, May 16 at 7 p.m.
Eat
  • Often grouped with vegetables, mushrooms are a type of fungus and have been valued for their medicinal properties for centuries. But did you know they’re also packed with nutrients? Here’s 10 health benefits that make this superfood an excellent addition to your dish.*
History
Sports
  • Any NHL fans out there? Go beyond the scoreboard and behind the scenes of the Carolina Hurricanes with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
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    Outdoors

    🎣 Reel in a fishing license

    How to get a fishing license in South Carolina
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    Fishing at Lake Murray | Photo via @julianachitolina
    With spring just around the corner, you may want to get outside and go fishing. Did you know — South Carolina ranked as one of the top ten states to fish in the US in 2022? With both fresh and saltwater options + plenty of fish species, it’s easy to understand why. But before you head to Lake Murray, be sure you’ve got your fishing license.

    How to get a license

    You can either buy your license online or purchase one in person.

    Have your social security number handy. Residents of South Carolina must also provide proof of residency.

    Resident licenses fees

    Choose the kind of license you want based on type and duration. Here’s just a few:
    • Freshwater license: $5 for 14 days, $10 for a year, $30 for three years
    • Saltwater license: $10 for 14 days, $15 for a year, $45 for three years
    • Combination freshwater fishing and hunting: $25 for a year, $75 for three years
    • Disability license: No cost
    For more license types (think: commercial + public fishing pier) head to the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources.

    Apply for a license at the button below.
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    Earlier this week, I jumped on the silent drink review trend to taste Sarilla’s six, organic, alcohol-free sparklers:
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