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This Week's Top 10 Things To Do in Columbia SC | Events Columbia SC

July 16 - July 22, 2010
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Through Saturday, July 17. Hair. Trustus brings a classic musical to the summer months! In the age of Aquarius, a time of harmony and understanding, sex and drugs are used as vehicles to evade reality and the establishment. Skin colors are insignificant, and the spirit of communal living finds its expressions in yearnings. As the first and most successful of the rock musicals, "HAIR" provides a new element in musical theatre entertainment. Visit Trustus Theatre for more information.

Friday, July 16. Free Concert! Come out for our FREE summer concert series, featuring concerts and kids' entertainment from 7-9pm! Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy the weather with us! This week featuring DB Bryant! Visit the Village at Sandhill for more information.

     

Friday, July 16. Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs. The 2nd annual series benefiting Harvest Hope Food Bank and A Home In Haiti is here! Enjoy a free movie, free drinks, free popcorn, and free Sno Cones. The Chick-fil-a cows will be around as well as a bounce house and a chance to win great giveaways to area restaurants and attractions. North Springs Park | Gates open at 7:30 p.m. | movie begins at sunset. Visit Awaken Columbia for more information.

Saturday, July 17. Carnival of Savings! The Five Points Association is hosting a unique summer event for people of all ages to celebrate the daytime life of Five Points. Enjoy free fun while helping to boost summer sales for the independent retail merchants. From enjoyable activities on the streets to carnival games inside merchants’ stores, the day will be full of summer joy for the whole family! 11am-3pm. Visit Five Points for more information.

Saturday, July 17. 4th Annual Rock the Dock. It's that time again! Come out by land or lake...just don’t forget your swimsuit and dancing shoes! There will be live music on stage with DJ ZnFlo and DJ Wade Wade spinning at noon. Gates open at 11am, tickets are available in advance at Etix for $20 or $30 day off at the door. 21 & up. Rain or Shine! Visit Rock the Dock for more information.

     

Sunday, July 18. Ladies Garage Party! Ladies, have you always wanted to know more about the sport of motorcycling? This is your chance! Come enjoy refreshments and prizes and learn the things the boys won't tell ya! 1-4 pm. RSVP with Lisah@tth-d.com or call 803-461-1121 Space is limited so call today! Visit Thunder Tower for more information.

Sunday, July 18. Arboretum. Located east of Shandon in the Sherwood Forest neighborhood is a seven-acre tract with a long looping trail which makes navigating the USC Belser Arboretum a breeze. The wooden chip path crosses over a stream by waterfalls, and to a lovely Zen garden. Volunteers have put up dozens and dozens of unobtrusive tags and plaques explaining it all. On the third Sunday of every month, it opens its doors to the public for three hours. What a nice way to spend a Sunday afternoon! Visit the Arboretum for additional information.

Sunday, July 18. Dollar Sundays. Take a guided tour of one of our historic house museums for just $1. Visit the Robert Mills House, Hampton-Preston Mansion or the Mann-Simons Cottage. 1616 Blanding Street. Visit Historic Columbia for more information.

     

Monday, July 19-Sunday, July 25. Get Dirty! Carolina Adventure World welcomes all Police, Government, Fire, Medical and Educational personnel for these special Public Service Days with half-price gate fees! Enjoy 100 miles of trails, rentals, camping and more. Official ID required. Visit CAW for additional information.

Wednesday, July 21. Columbia Blowfish vs. Florence Red Wolves. Come support the Columbia Blowfish as they take on the Red Wolves this Wednesday! Plus, it's discount beverage night featuring $1-12 oz Suds and Sodas from 6-8pm. Visit the Columbia Blowfish for more information.

 


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