Laila Moore is a 15 year old pageant queen who has raised more than 7000 hygiene products this year to be donated to several schools and back to the community. Her community service platform for the pageants is to let children with autism know that they don’t have to beContinue Reading
Recently, volunteers from Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community and the University of South Carolina’s Student Nurses Association packed more than 3,000 seed packets for the Richland Soil and Water Conservation District’s (RSWCD) Seed Sanctuary program.RSWCD provides free vegetable, herb and wildflower seeds to Richland County residents to promote home gardening,Continue Reading
Harbison Community Center will host its 11th annual Trick or Treat Trail event again this year October 26, 2 – 4 pm. There will be at least 40 vendors set up around Lake Woodcross behind Hampton Inn off of Harbison Boulevard. Bring your children to Trick-or-Treat in a safe andContinue Reading
The grand opening of Rawls Creek Park on October 18 marked a significant addition to the Irmo community. Located at 1113 Friarsgate Boulevard, this $2 million recreational facility includes a community garden, two dog parks, a skate park, a walking trail, and a basketball court, all enclosed within a gatedContinue Reading
The Irmo Fire District and Foundation are excited to announce the return of their annual “Pictures with Santa” event, taking place on Sunday, November 10th, from 1 pm to 4 pm. Families are invited to visit the firehouse at the IFD Headquarters, located at 6017 St. Andrews Road, Columbia, SCContinue Reading
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden has announced an exciting lineup of fall and winter events, featuring adult-oriented programs, Halloween festivities, conservation initiatives, and the return of its Wild Lights holiday display. Special Animal Events: Marsupial Swap: Riverbanks is saying goodbye to Coedie, a beloved male koala, who will be relocated toContinue Reading
Organist Paul Thomas will present a recital on October 27 at 3 p.m. at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, located at 1100 Sumter Street, Columbia. The event, sponsored by the Greater Columbia Chapter of the American Guild of Organists, is free and open to the public. Following the recital, Trinity Cathedral’s ChoralContinue Reading
The South Carolina Jazz Masterworks Ensemble, the state’s premier jazz big band, will launch its new season on October 26 at Harbison Theatre with The Birthday Concert, featuring renowned jazz organist Mike LeDonne. The ensemble’s lineup for the season includes: Swingin’ Holidays – December 8 Jazz is for Lovers –Continue Reading
The Greater Columbia Rose Society will hold its next meeting on October 27 at 3 p.m. at the Garden Council Building, located at 1605 Park Circle. The program will focus on “Recognizing Rose Rosette Disease and Dealing with Affected Roses,” followed by a business meeting. All interested in the programContinue Reading
Saint Michael Lutheran Church and Craft & Draft Irmo are teaming up to host the annual Merchant Treat Trail on October 30 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Irmo Village Shopping Center, located at 7571 Saint Andrews Road in Irmo. The event will feature costumed volunteers who will helpContinue Reading
The Columbia Police Department Foundation is set to hold its first Golf Tournament Fundraiser on October 28, starting at 10 a.m. The event will take place at Fort Jackson Golf Club, located at 3652 Inchon Road, Columbia. Proceeds from the tournament will support the Columbia Police Foundation’s mission to enhanceContinue Reading