Columbia, S.C. Things To Do July 23 - 29, 2010

 

 

This Weekend. Go Tubing! It's time to take advantage of the natural whitewater gem known as the Saluda River. Palmetto Outdoors offers tube rentals for $15 with student and military discounts. So, this weekend, spend a leisurely day on the river! Visit Palmetto Outdoors for additional information.

 

Friday, July 23-Saturday, July 24. Parallel Lives (The Kathy and Mo Show). Parallel Lives is a decidedly wicked and hilarious look at men, women and modern America. Just a must see by 2 funny women. Visit Trustus Theatre for show times.

Friday, July 23-Sunday July 25. "Mirrored Time". What happens when fantasy becomes your secret reality? Find out at Saluda Shoals Park as the SC Shakespeare Company presents “Mirrored Time,” an original play written and directed by fourth-year USC theatre student Gabrielle Peterson. “Mirrored Time” is an original play based on Scottish folklore and oral traditions. Visit Saluda Shoals Park for more information.

 

Friday, July 23-Sunday, July 25. Comedy House Cabaret. Dorae Saunders (America's Got Talent) presents Cabaret at the Comedy House Theatre this weekend. It'll be an hilarious show filled with celebrity illusion, comedy, singing and dancing! Visit the Comedy House Theatre for more information.

 

Friday, July 23. Wine Tastings! There are 3 great wine tastings going on this Friday. The knowledgeable staff of Sam's Fine Wine will be on site to answer all of your questions and help you expand your appreciation of wines. Village at Sandhill (103-2 Forum Drive) and Lexington (5050 Sunset Blvd). 4-7 pm | free! Call 808-1830 or visit Sam's Fine Wine for more information! Also, Corked Wine Shop (661-3 Promenade Place) is working with Aleph wines to do a Riesling tasting! They will try all types of Riesling including an Ice Wine. 6-8pm. Call 708-4755 or visit Corked for more information!

 

Friday, July 23. Movies in the Park. This Friday 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid' will be showing at Finlay Park. Activities start at 8 p.m., the movie will begin at sunset, and FREE popcorn and drinks are served! Remember to bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on! Visit Columbia Movies for more information.

 

Friday, July 23. "B" Positive! Come out to the Colonial Life Arena and "B" positive about saving a life...donate!! Every donor receives a FREE Chick-Fil-A coupon and pizza from Village Idiot and Z Pizza!! Visit the Colonial Life Arena for more information.

 

Friday, July 23. Open Stage & Jam Session at Bill's! Come to Bill's for some true Bluegrass music sure to get your feet tapping and hands clapping! Open Stage from 7:30-9; Jam Session from 9-midnight. Visit Bill's Music Shop & Pickin' Parlor for more information.

 

Tuesday, July 27. Dog Days of Summer Happy Hours! Cool off with Project Pet and Liberty Tap Room for our Dog Days of Summer Happy Hour Series! From 5-7 pm enjoy 1/2 price wines, happy hour specials and the chance to win a dinner for two at Liberty! Visit their Facebook page for more information.

Tuesday, July 27. Evening Adventures. The Historic Columbia Foundation will host moonlight cemetery tours and lantern tours of historic sites at 8 pm. Visitors are invited to experience the thrill of an evening adventure in the capital city as they explore historic houses by only the glow of lantern light or are led through the oldest cemetery guided by a costumed interpreter. Visit the Historic Columbia Foundation for more information.