Preview Tupelo Honey in the BullStreet District | Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar opens Thursday, Feb. 13 in Columbia’s BullStreet District with Southern-inspired dishes, craft cocktails, and a grand opening celebration.
SC Ballet presents “Romeo and Juliet” | Saturday, Feb. 8 | Times vary | Koger Center for the Arts | $35+ | This production delves deep into the heart of Shakespeare’s tragic tale.
4th Annual Cola Rosé Shower | 3-7 p.m. | Williams-Brice Stadium | $75+ | This annual event promotes unity around the cause of women’s health and impacts the lives of women with limited resources.
Cupid’s Chase 5K | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Maxcy Gregg Park | $45 | Lace up your shoes, spread love, and run faster than Cupid’s arrow through the course.
Method Man and Redman | 8 p.m. | The Township Auditorium | $75+ | The “How High” duo performs with Skyzoo, Landon Wordswell, and DJ SCrib.
Sunday, Feb. 9
Sunday Funday | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Publico Kitchen and Tap | Price of purchase | Enjoy $5 brunch cocktails, $20 sixty-ounce mimosa pitchers, and the chef’s special french toast.
Rebecca Yarros’ “Onyx Storm” — the third book of the “Empyrean” series — recently became the fastest-selling adult novel in 20 years. Pick up a copy for yourself at one of these local bookstores. (The New York Times)
Watch
“Puppy Bowl XXI” airs before the Super Bowl this Sunday, Feb. 9 at 2 p.m. on Animal Planet and streaming on Max. Representatives from 40 states will compete for the Lombarky trophy at this grr-diron game, including these two from SC.
Holiday
This Sunday is National Pizza Day, and we’re planning to celebrate with an award-winning pie from The Nona Slice House. If that’s not your style, our pizza guide is sure to satisfy your appetite.
Eat
Does your favorite little snack scream “pick me”? If you love things like pickles, tinned fish, oysters, olives, or even negronis, maybe it does. Personally, we don’t care what our food choices say — we’ll continue searching for the best hot dogs in Columbia. (Vox)
Sports
Transfer Portal tampering is causing Spring Games to be canceled. Go beyond the scoreboard and behind the scenes of the Gamecockswith Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Finance
Did you know some credit cards can actually help you get out of debt faster? (It sounds wild, but it’s true.) The secret: Find a credit card with a “0% intro APR” period for balance transfers. This one even offers 5% cash back on your purchases, helping you save even more while you pay down your debt.*
City Guide
City Guide
Catch some rays while you work
Roasted chicken, butternut squash, mac and cheese + a dreamy view | Photo by the COLAtoday team
You’ve got a big presentation due… and a big pile of laundry taunting you. We get it — working from home can be a mixed blessing. There are days when a change of scenery is a must if you’re going to get anything done. The good news? Research shows that tackling your tasks al fresco actually helps boost productivity.
Finding places to work outside in the Soda City was at the top of our to-do list, so can we just say? Check.
Knowledge Perk, 1527 Gervais St., Columbia,
Wifi: Yes
Covered: Yes
Patrons will find ample covered seating along the wrap around porch so you can enjoy outdoor seating in rain or shine.
Steel Hands Brewing, 2350 Foreman St., Cayce
Covered: Yes and partially
Choose a beer on tap and find a seat under an awning or under an umbrella at one of its many, many picnic tables. This is a perfect place to end your work day + have a beer at 5 p.m.
Women’s walking sneakers from NORTIV 8. Designed for daily wear, these sneakers have a non-slip rubber sole, a shock-absorbing midsole, and breathable mesh fabric on top.
I’ve gotten a little behind on my work to become an Ultimate Outsider with SC State Parks. Now that the weather is warming up, I’m hoping to explore some of the more remote parts of our state and collect all of my stamps.
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