With 50 miles of deals ahead, this map is your bargain-hunting GPS. | Photo via Google Maps
Rise and shine, COLA. Today is day two of the annual Big Grab Yard Sale, one of the largest yard sales in the South with 50 miles of treasure hunting to explore.
From 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., you’ll find 25 vendor sites stretching through Blythewood, Ridgeway, Winnsboro, and the routes connecting them. Expect antiques, upcycled furniture, vintage collectibles, quirky decor, and those one-of-a-kind bargains you didn’t know you needed.
Adventures in Jazz | 6:30-9:30 p.m. | The Joint | Keep it cool as trumpeter, composer, arranger, and bandleader Mark Rapp performs two sets of jazz tunes.
South Carolina Appreciation Party | 8-11:30 p.m. | The Big Apple | $13 | Relive the South Carolina Carnival with sets from international DJs, food + drink, and free admission for masqueraders.
Sunday, Sept. 7
“Jim Norton: Now You Know” | 7 p.m. | The Senate | $30+ | Expect self-deprecating wit, outrageous stories, and plenty of laughs from the longtime radio host and stand-up comedian.
Monday, Sept. 8
Artist Talk with Lori Isom | 6 p.m. | Koger Center for the Arts | Free | Step inside Lori Isom’s creative world and discover what inspires her art.
57. That’s how many days are left until daylight saving time ends and the clock falls back one hour. Translation: It’s time to take advantage of golden-hour hangs after work while you still can. Might we suggest a sunset stroll through one of COLA’s parks?
Eat
Serve us up a slice of pepperoni — that’s the most popular pizza in South Carolina, according to a survey by TalkerResearch. No matter how you like your ‘za, consider this your sign to order in by grabbing a slice from one of these local places. (Newsweek)
Fun Fact
Did you know the oldest town in South Carolina was founded in 1779? Charleston, located 115 miles from Columbia, was established 116 years before Soda City. Still, there’s plenty of history to uncover right here at home. (Business Insider)
Pets
According to data from Zillow, 58% of renters are pet owners, meaning that rentals that roll out the welcome mat to Fido and Mittens may fill up faster than those that don’t. We can’t say we blame them — Columbia is a pet’s paradise after all.
Read
If you’ve read “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings” or “Dune,” you’ve read one of the titles on Mental Floss’ “13 Quintessential Gen X Books” list. These books are beloved for a reason, so there’s a good chance you’ll find them at one of Columbia’s independent bookstores. (Mental Floss)
Sports
Tune in at 2:30 p.m. today to watch the Tigers take on the Troy Trojans — and go behind the scenes of the Clemson Tigerswith Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday this month, the lawn outside the Columbia Museum of Art will transform into a giant, all-ages play space with colorful building blocks.
Pro tip: Pair your outing with a shopping trip to Soda City Market, happening along Main Street from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
What’s your favorite comfort food? For South Carolinians, shrimp and grits are at the top of the list, according to Reader’s Digest. We recommend sampling some for yourself at Breakfast at Ruizfor research purposes.
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