January 7, 2011. 26 local artists exhibit 250 pieces of unique art for sale. The First Friday series, held the first Friday of every month, highlights an artist or group of artists and light refreshments are served. This month, the gallery features the works of students from Richland Northeast High School. 6pm - 8:45 pm at the Village at Sandhill (next to Panera (4 comments)
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Give Fluorescent Lighting Another Chance We all know that switching to fluorescent lighting saves energy and money. But if it’s such a good deal, why aren’t we all doing it? One reason is the bad rap that fluorescent lighting has gotten from those old-style fixtures we all remember from schools and commercial buildings of decades past. T-12 type standard fixtures are infamous for (4 comments)
"Let us live so that when we come to die even the undertaker will be sorry." Mark Twain
Wouldn't it be wonderful if we could all live such a full life that this is how others feel for us! I wish you all health, happiness, and prosperity in the new year!
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Now through January 2, 2011 Born in Columbia, South Carolina, Anna Heyward Taylor (1879-1956) was instrumental in the Charleston Renaissance and remains one of the most important 20th century artists in the state. Principally drawn from the permanent collection of the Columbia Museum of Art, Taylor Made explores the process by which Anna Heyward Taylor designed and executed her prints. The exhibition includes watercolors, preliminary (1 comments)
Nights of Wonder Thursday December 23 from 6:00-10:00 p.m. Last fun-filled night of activities at Holiday Lights on the River, including: train rides, horse-drawn carriage rides, hay rides, the Winter Wonder Ride, roasting marshmallows, crafts and a visit and photo with Santa. (nominal fees apply with Holiday Lights admission) Saluda Shoals Park. www.icrc.net Holiday Lights of the River continues through January 2, 2011.
Santa at Village at Sandhill Thursday, December 23, 2010 Today is the last day to see Santa at the Santa (1 comments)
For those of you who will be traveling this Christmas, please be safe and keep these safety tips in mind:
Christmas Driving Tips • Keep an eye on the local and national weather forecasts before heading out on the roads • Allow extra time before and during your journey • Beware of black ice, taking extra care in shaded areas • Use major roads for journeys rather than smaller, quieter roads • Keep warm clothes or a blanket in the car • Ensure tyres are in good condition and have adequate (and legal) tread (4 comments)
They also expose us to other lands and cultures. Once Upon a Time...Exploring the World of Fairy Tales is an extraordinary exhibit that focuses on the power and significance of some of the world’s best loved tales.
EdVenture 211 Gervais Street Columbia, SC 29201Phone: (803) 779-3100 Dates Saturday, October 16, 2010 – Monday, January 03, 2011
Time 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. For more information, please click here. (0 comments)
I originally posted links and information for using NORAD Santa Tracker, but it looks like WISTV has done their homework and compiled this list as well. I hope you find it helpful, and Happy Tracking!
Tracking Santa Posted: Dec 19, 2010 10:47 PM EST Updated: Dec 19, 2010 11:00 PM EST NATIONWIDE (WIS) - Here are some links that will help you track Santa this Christmas. Norad Santa Santa Tracker for Blackberry Santa Tracker i-Phone App Santa Tracker Christmas for Android Super Dance Elf (1 comments)
Emily Dickinson and Contemporary Fine Printing - Columbia Museum of Art, Columbia SC...
Here is an interesting exhibit at the Columbia Museum of Art. When scheduling holiday activities, a visit to an art museum may not be the first thing to come to mind. However, this looks splendid, and it is never too early to expose children to the world of art.
Emily Dickinson and Contemporary Fine Printing October 01, 2010 - January 23, 2011
The book installation, Emily Dickinson and Contemporary Fine Printing, is a companion to the exhibition, I Heard a Voice: The (4 comments)
Here's wishing you more happiness Than all my words can tell, Not just alone for Christmas But for all the year as well.
We all wish you and yours a very merry and safe holiday season!
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What a wonderful way to keep track of the jolly old elf! Click here to visit NORAD's website, where you can view a Christmas Countdown and track Santa as he makes his trip delivering toys to all the boys and girls of the world.
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I thought this might come in handy to read to our favorite little wide-eyed people in just a few days:
Twas the Night before Christmas
Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the houseNot a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.The stockings were hung by the chimney with care,In hopes that St Nicholas soon would be there.The children were nestled all snug in their beds,While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads.And mamma in her ‘kerchief, and I in my cap,Had just settled our brains for a (2 comments)
Now through January 3, 2011 Fairy tales have always played an essential role in teaching life’s lessons, inspiring dreams, and stirring our imagination. They also expose us to other lands and cultures. Once Upon a Time...Exploring the World of Fairy Tales is an extraordinary exhibit that focuses on the power and significance of some of the world’s best loved tales. EdVenture Children's (0 comments)
"He who has not Christmas in his heart will never find it under a tree." Roy L. Smith
May we all find the reason for the season in our hearts!! May your Christmas be filled with the warmth and joy of friends and family. I hope you all have a wonderful Christmas and a Happy New Year!!!!
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Holiday Lights on the River The Midlands Largest Drive-Through Lights Show! Presented by Time Warner Cable EXPERIENCE THE MAGICFor 38 magical nights this holiday season, Saluda Shoals Park will come alive in a blaze of more than a million sparkling lights. Holiday Lights on the River features over 300 themed, animated light displays on a two-mile loop of the Park! Enjoy the dazzling Dancing Forest with it's dancing, lighted trees synchronized to classical and whimsical holiday music. See the expanded three dimensional Victorian Village in lights. Watch as Old Man Winter create an icy winter wonderland in Let it Snow and enjoy the holiday classic (1 comments)
Holiday House Tours and Holiday Events November 19 - January 2 | Tuesday - Sat. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. (Last tour begins at 3 p.m.) Sundays 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. (Last tour begins at 4 p.m.) Closed on Mondays, Christmas and New Years Purchase Tickets at the Robert Mills Museum Shop 1616 Blanding Street General admission rates per house: Adults $6, Youth (6-17) $3, ages 5 and under Free Members Free, AAA adults, over 65, college students with I.D., and active military $5 AAA youth $2.59 (0 comments)
Please be sure to visit the Columbia Visitors' Guide website by clicking here.
Calendar of Events Welcome to the Official Columbia Calendar of Events managed by the Columbia Metropolitan Convention & Visitors Bureau. Events are searchable by date, keyword and category, with ongoing events listed on the lower portion of the page. If you would like your event to be considered for a listing on our calendar, please review our calendar criteria submit the details of your event. Friday Dec 17, 2010 About FACE December 17, 2010 - January 16, 2011 Location: David Wallace Robinson, Jr Community (0 comments)
"Children enjoy the present because they have neither a past nor a future." Jean De La Bruyere
Like children, we should all live in the moment a little more. It is a wonderful thing to be able to appreciate the here and now. Have a wonderful weekend from all of us at Team Milam.
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