Looking for things to do in Columbia, SC Memorial Day Weekend? Here are a few exciting Columbia events scheduled for Memorial Day Weekend 2012. If you are visiting from out of town, we invite you to check out the hotel deals and local attractions that Columbia, South Carolina has to offer!
Let's Go Sailing
May 26 - 28, 2012
Start your holiday weekend with a unique sailing adventure on the beautiful Lake Murray. Lanier Sailing Academy is giving you the chance to try your hand at sailing this Memorial Day Weekend. Their certified sailing instructors will provide close supervision as you help sail the boat. Otherwise, you can sit back, relax, and allow them to be your guide. This special holiday activity is a 2 hour skippered sail and it is only $30 per person! Boats will leave the Southshore Marina dock at 9:30AM, 12:00PM, 2:30PM, and 5:00PM. Don't wait! Give them a call today at 803-317-9070 to make your reservation!
Lower Richland County Memorial day Celebration
May 28, 2012 at 11:00AM
Enjoy a special Memorial Commemoration at St. John Resurrection Memorial Gardens. Afterwards, guests are invited to the Heritage Celebration at the Historic Harriet Barber House. The Heritage Celebration will begin at noon and there will be live entertainment, hay rides, a kiddie carnival, food vendors, and other vendors. Enjoy this family friendly Memorial Day Weekend Event in Columbia, South Carolina.
Palmetto Concert Band Memorial Day Concert
May 28, 2012 at 7:30PM
The palmetto concert band presents 'A Memorial Tribute' with James Copenhaver, William Moody and Scott Weiss, conductors. Musical selections include 'Children's March' by Grainger, 'Finale' from Symphony No. 5 by Shostakovich, 'American Civil War Fantasy' by Bilik, 'Armed forces Salute' and 'The Stars and Stripes Forever'. This FREE Memorial Day 2012 event will be held at Koger Center for the Arts.
Boots and Badges Blood Drive
May 25 - 30, 2012
Looking for way to give back to the community this holiday weekend? Columbia area residents are invited to show their support for local
firefighters and police officers and become a hero this summer by giving
blood for patients in need. The Columbia Police Department and Columbia-Richland Fire Department are partnering with the American Red Cross South Carolina Blood Services Region for the 3rd annual Boots and Badges Blood Drive. The event will be held at the American Red Cross Columbia donation center on May 25, 26, 28, 29, and 30th. All donors at the Boots and Badges blood drive will receive a free t-shirt and have the opportunity to win prizes!
Enjoy this holiday weekend as you spend time with family and friends. If your Columbia business is offering a special holiday event or discount, please contact us so that we can include your Memorial Day Weekend special in this blog entry. Don't forget to share pictures and stories about your Memorial Day Weekend adventures with our Facebook community! Have a very happy and safe Memorial Day Weekend!
Danielle Snyder
Columbia SC Events
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Tuesday, May 8, 2012
Mother's Day 2012 in Columbia, South Carolina
Mother's Day 2012 is coming up this Sunday, May 13th! How will you celebrate your Mom this year? Take a glance at the Columbia South Carolina Mother's Day ideas listed below and start planning your Mom's special day today!
Mother's Day Staycation in Columbia, South Carolina
Treat your Mom to a special Mother's Day Staycation right here in Columbia, South Carolina. Let your Mom escape from reality for the weekend while she relaxes in one of Columbia's local hotels. Does your Mom enjoy spending time at Lake Murray? Make a reservation at the Hampton Inn Lexington, located just a few miles away from the beautiful Lake Murray. Check out their Lake Murray Special and make your reservation today! Want to book a romantic escape for Mom and her significant other? Book a beautiful hotel suite at the Staybridge Suites downtown Columbia. Mom will enjoy a free breakfast, free wireless internet, and a 42" flat screen TV in her very own suite. Check out the Staybridge Suites website and give them a call today to make your reservation. Booking your Mom's Staycation for two nights? Take advantage of the Two Night Special at Wingate Harbison and receive 20% off per night! Does Mom enjoy Riverbanks Zoo & Garden? Book the Riverbanks Zoo & Garden Package at the Holiday Inn Express Harbison. Two tickets to Riverbanks Zoo & Garden are included in this awesome hotel package!
Mother's Day Facial
Treat Mom to a special day of relaxation and rejuvenation at m.d. Skin in West Columbia, South Carolina. Mom will enjoy a warm, welcoming atmosphere where she will be lulled into a peaceful state of mind, body, and spirit. Professional skin care is more than a luxury - it's hygiene and exercise for the skin, as well as refreshing for the spirit! Check out the m.d. Skin website and take advantage of their special offers today so that you can plan a spectacular Mother's Day treat for your Mom!
Mother's Day Flowers in Columbia, South Carolina
Mother's Day flowers are a great way to show your Mom that you love her! Visit local florists or order online so that your Mom receives a special flower bouquet this Mother's Day 2012. Rosewood Florist located at 2917 Rosewood Drive in Columbia, South Carolina can tailor a bouquet of flowers to match your Mom's style! Give them a call today at 803-256-8351. Pineview florist is located at 3030 Leaphart Road in West Columbia, South Carolina. They are offering Mother's Day flower delivery to West Columbia and nationwide! Give them a call at 803-796-9394 to place your order today.
Mother's Day Weekend Getaway
Has Mom been looking for a chance to escape for the weekend to a nearby city? Make this a special Mother's Day Weekend and plan a weekend getaway for you and your Mom! Charleston, South Carolina and Wilmington, North Carolina are beautiful coastal cities located just a few hours away from Columbia. Check out our sister sites www.WilmingtonNC-Events.com and www.CharlestonSC-Events.com to book your hotel reservations and check out local attractions in these amazing cities!
Whether you plan to celebrate in Columbia or plan to escape for a weekend getaway, we hope that you and your family have a wonderful time celebrating Mother's Day 2012! Enjoy this special holiday occasion!
Happy Mother's Day!
Danielle Snyder
Columbia SC Events
Mother's Day Staycation in Columbia, South Carolina
Treat your Mom to a special Mother's Day Staycation right here in Columbia, South Carolina. Let your Mom escape from reality for the weekend while she relaxes in one of Columbia's local hotels. Does your Mom enjoy spending time at Lake Murray? Make a reservation at the Hampton Inn Lexington, located just a few miles away from the beautiful Lake Murray. Check out their Lake Murray Special and make your reservation today! Want to book a romantic escape for Mom and her significant other? Book a beautiful hotel suite at the Staybridge Suites downtown Columbia. Mom will enjoy a free breakfast, free wireless internet, and a 42" flat screen TV in her very own suite. Check out the Staybridge Suites website and give them a call today to make your reservation. Booking your Mom's Staycation for two nights? Take advantage of the Two Night Special at Wingate Harbison and receive 20% off per night! Does Mom enjoy Riverbanks Zoo & Garden? Book the Riverbanks Zoo & Garden Package at the Holiday Inn Express Harbison. Two tickets to Riverbanks Zoo & Garden are included in this awesome hotel package!
Mother's Day Facial
Mother's Day Flowers in Columbia, South Carolina
Mother's Day flowers are a great way to show your Mom that you love her! Visit local florists or order online so that your Mom receives a special flower bouquet this Mother's Day 2012. Rosewood Florist located at 2917 Rosewood Drive in Columbia, South Carolina can tailor a bouquet of flowers to match your Mom's style! Give them a call today at 803-256-8351. Pineview florist is located at 3030 Leaphart Road in West Columbia, South Carolina. They are offering Mother's Day flower delivery to West Columbia and nationwide! Give them a call at 803-796-9394 to place your order today.
Mother's Day Weekend Getaway
Has Mom been looking for a chance to escape for the weekend to a nearby city? Make this a special Mother's Day Weekend and plan a weekend getaway for you and your Mom! Charleston, South Carolina and Wilmington, North Carolina are beautiful coastal cities located just a few hours away from Columbia. Check out our sister sites www.WilmingtonNC-Events.com and www.CharlestonSC-Events.com to book your hotel reservations and check out local attractions in these amazing cities!
Whether you plan to celebrate in Columbia or plan to escape for a weekend getaway, we hope that you and your family have a wonderful time celebrating Mother's Day 2012! Enjoy this special holiday occasion!
Happy Mother's Day!
Danielle Snyder
Columbia SC Events
Wednesday, May 2, 2012
May 2012 Columbia South Carolina Events
Happy May Everyone!
Columbia, South Carolina is getting ready for a month full of exciting local events. Whether you are a member of the local community or visiting from out of town, we encourage you to attend as many of these Columbia events as possible. If you are visiting from out of town, check out the hotel deals and free activities listed on ColumbiaSC-Events.com. Are you attending or hosting a Columbia event? Contact us with event details so that we can promote your event for free!
Featured Events
The Rosewood Crawfish Festival is quickly approaching on May 5, 2012. Lovers of all things Creole and Cajun are invited to adorn Rosewood Drive and take part in one of the city's favorite celebrations featuring over 7,000 pounds of fresh, Louisiana grown crawfish. The 2012 SC Book Festival is South Carolina's premier literary event in 2012. This special Columbia event is FREE and open to the public on Saturday, May 19th and Sunday, May 20th at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. You can also register online to attend special events including writing classes, the opening night reception, and a special session with author & editor of Chicken Soup for the Soul.
Family Friendly Events
Enjoy an authentic drive-in theatre experience every weekend in May at The Big Mo. Guests will enjoy a double feature for the price of one movie, a full service concession stand, a play area for the kids, and trivia contests during intermission! Interested in a puppet show? Columbia Marionette Theatre presents a charming adaptation of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Follow Dorothy as she is carried by a menacing tornado to the magical Land of Oz! The show runs until May 26th on select days of the week so visit the Columbia Marionette Theatre website today and get your tickets! Perhaps you are looking for a hands on activity? Visit Associated Model Railroads of Columbia every Thursday evening for your chance to watch model trains, learn about model trains, and possibly even run your own model train! Whether you are a young fellow wanting to try your Thomas on the 'big' layout or you are a seasoned hobbyist trying out your new masterpiece, AMROC is for you!
Healthy, Beauty, and Fitness
Take advantage of m.d. Skin Personalized Skin Care's special offers and discounts. Whether it is a 'two for one' deal, a deal of the day, or you are celebrating your birthday, M.D. Skin has something for you. Check out their website and make your reservation today. Treat yourself or a loved one to a relaxing facial!
Columbia Sports
May 30, 2012 is Opening Night at Capital City Stadium! Cheer on the Columbia Blowfish as they challenge Forest City at 7:05PM. Check out the 2012 Blowfish Home Schedule and get your season tickets today! Jamil Temple is hosting two action packed sports this month. Mixed Martial Arts Caged Chaos is coming up on May 5th and Roller Derby is coming up on May 19th!
Columbia Concerts
The City of Cayce is proudly promoting Rhythm on the River 2012. Enjoy a free concert every Saturday in May during this exciting music series! Musicians include John Scollon & Bitteroot, Randall Bramblett, Devils in Disguise, and The Cumberland Collective.
Enjoy these wonderful Columbia events coming up in May 2012. Let us know which events you attend by sharing comments, pictures, and videos on our Facebook wall! We look forward to hearing from you!
Danielle Snyder
Columbia SC Events
Columbia, South Carolina is getting ready for a month full of exciting local events. Whether you are a member of the local community or visiting from out of town, we encourage you to attend as many of these Columbia events as possible. If you are visiting from out of town, check out the hotel deals and free activities listed on ColumbiaSC-Events.com. Are you attending or hosting a Columbia event? Contact us with event details so that we can promote your event for free!
Featured Events
The Rosewood Crawfish Festival is quickly approaching on May 5, 2012. Lovers of all things Creole and Cajun are invited to adorn Rosewood Drive and take part in one of the city's favorite celebrations featuring over 7,000 pounds of fresh, Louisiana grown crawfish. The 2012 SC Book Festival is South Carolina's premier literary event in 2012. This special Columbia event is FREE and open to the public on Saturday, May 19th and Sunday, May 20th at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. You can also register online to attend special events including writing classes, the opening night reception, and a special session with author & editor of Chicken Soup for the Soul.
Family Friendly Events
Enjoy an authentic drive-in theatre experience every weekend in May at The Big Mo. Guests will enjoy a double feature for the price of one movie, a full service concession stand, a play area for the kids, and trivia contests during intermission! Interested in a puppet show? Columbia Marionette Theatre presents a charming adaptation of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Follow Dorothy as she is carried by a menacing tornado to the magical Land of Oz! The show runs until May 26th on select days of the week so visit the Columbia Marionette Theatre website today and get your tickets! Perhaps you are looking for a hands on activity? Visit Associated Model Railroads of Columbia every Thursday evening for your chance to watch model trains, learn about model trains, and possibly even run your own model train! Whether you are a young fellow wanting to try your Thomas on the 'big' layout or you are a seasoned hobbyist trying out your new masterpiece, AMROC is for you!
Healthy, Beauty, and Fitness
Take advantage of m.d. Skin Personalized Skin Care's special offers and discounts. Whether it is a 'two for one' deal, a deal of the day, or you are celebrating your birthday, M.D. Skin has something for you. Check out their website and make your reservation today. Treat yourself or a loved one to a relaxing facial!
Columbia Sports
May 30, 2012 is Opening Night at Capital City Stadium! Cheer on the Columbia Blowfish as they challenge Forest City at 7:05PM. Check out the 2012 Blowfish Home Schedule and get your season tickets today! Jamil Temple is hosting two action packed sports this month. Mixed Martial Arts Caged Chaos is coming up on May 5th and Roller Derby is coming up on May 19th!
Columbia Concerts
The City of Cayce is proudly promoting Rhythm on the River 2012. Enjoy a free concert every Saturday in May during this exciting music series! Musicians include John Scollon & Bitteroot, Randall Bramblett, Devils in Disguise, and The Cumberland Collective.
Enjoy these wonderful Columbia events coming up in May 2012. Let us know which events you attend by sharing comments, pictures, and videos on our Facebook wall! We look forward to hearing from you!
Danielle Snyder
Columbia SC Events
Monday, April 30, 2012
Associated Model Railroads of Columbia
AMROC, The Associated Model Railroads of Columbia, is a unique Columbia attraction that allows the local community and visitors from out of town to enjoy the world's greatest hobby! Learn more about AMROC in the details below and make plans to visit this family friendly Columbia attraction.
Associated Model Railroads of Columbia
AMROC
1800 Lincoln Street, Columbia, SC 29201
www.amroc.org
AMROC is an organization of approximately 30 members who build and operate the G, O and S, HO, and N scale club layouts. Some members confine their efforts to one gauge; others participate in the construction and operation of several gauges. Every Thursday evening at 7:30PM, AMROC is open to the public FREE of charge to provide advice on modeling, to provide advice on servicing model trains, to allow model train watching, and to allow the public to run some of their trains!
AMROC will often give a throttle to a guest, especially young engineers, to run one of the AMROC trains themselves. They also generally allow guests of all ages to bring and run their own equipment. Whether you have a young fellow that wants to try his Thomas on the 'big' layout, or you are a seasoned hobbyist trying out your newest masterpiece, AMROC invites you to join them on a Thursday night!
The AMROC clubroom is found on the lower floor of the historic Arsenal Hill Building which is located at 1800 Lincoln Street, Columbia, SC. The original structure
was built in 1850 as an arsenal to manufacture guns and bladed
weapons - initially for the state militia and later for the Confederate
armies. After its destruction in 1865 by General Sherman, the arsenal was
rebuilt and housed the Palmetto Iron Works. Today, AMROC members meet in this building to hold their monthly business meetings and as a place to set up our their modular layouts for Open House events throughout the year.
Check out some of AMROC pictures below and make plans to visit them on a Thursday night to experience the world's greatest hobby! Visit their website www.amroc.org for additional information about special holiday shows throughout the year.
Danielle Snyder
Columbia SC Events
AMROC
1800 Lincoln Street, Columbia, SC 29201
www.amroc.org
AMROC is an organization of approximately 30 members who build and operate the G, O and S, HO, and N scale club layouts. Some members confine their efforts to one gauge; others participate in the construction and operation of several gauges. Every Thursday evening at 7:30PM, AMROC is open to the public FREE of charge to provide advice on modeling, to provide advice on servicing model trains, to allow model train watching, and to allow the public to run some of their trains!
AMROC will often give a throttle to a guest, especially young engineers, to run one of the AMROC trains themselves. They also generally allow guests of all ages to bring and run their own equipment. Whether you have a young fellow that wants to try his Thomas on the 'big' layout, or you are a seasoned hobbyist trying out your newest masterpiece, AMROC invites you to join them on a Thursday night!
The AMROC clubroom is found on the lower floor of the historic Arsenal Hill Building which is located at 1800 Lincoln Street, Columbia, SC. The original structure
was built in 1850 as an arsenal to manufacture guns and bladed
weapons - initially for the state militia and later for the Confederate
armies. After its destruction in 1865 by General Sherman, the arsenal was
rebuilt and housed the Palmetto Iron Works. Today, AMROC members meet in this building to hold their monthly business meetings and as a place to set up our their modular layouts for Open House events throughout the year.Check out some of AMROC pictures below and make plans to visit them on a Thursday night to experience the world's greatest hobby! Visit their website www.amroc.org for additional information about special holiday shows throughout the year.
Danielle Snyder
Columbia SC Events
Wednesday, April 25, 2012
2012 SC Book Festival
Mark your calendar for another exciting Columbia event coming up in May 2012! The state-wide SC Book Festival celebrates its 16th Anniversary as the state's premier literary event in 2012. This special event is FREE and open to the public on Saturday, May 19th and Sunday, May 20th at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. Take a glance at the event details listed below and plan ahead to enjoy this event with family members and friends!
2012 SC Book Festival
May 19, 2012 from 10AM to 5PM
May 20, 2012 from 12PM to 4PM
www.scbookfestival.org
The SC Book Festival is a premier literary event in the state of South Carolina. The Festival features over 70 authors in readings, solo presentations, panel discussions, and book signings. There is also an Exhibit Hall filled with book sellers and community organizations. Featured authors will have books available for purchase. For additional information about the presentation schedule, please click here. In addition, there are over 80 exhibitors, including an Antiquarian Book Fair, selling books and book-related items. Even children will enjoy this spectacular Columbia event in the Children's Pavilion that offers children's activities and a Summer Reading Station all weekend long! The best part? This festival is FREE and open to the public on Saturday, May 19th and Sunday, May 20th at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. The Convention Center is located at 1101 Lincoln Street, Columbia, South Carolina.
In addition to a weekend full of free activities, there will be featured workshops at various locations around the Columbia area during the day on Friday, May 18th. These special events will be offered for a nominal registration fee. The Exhibits will be closed to the general public on Friday, May 18th because this day features registered, ticketed only events. You can check the ticketed event schedule for more information.
The SC Book Festival is gearing up for a spectacular 2012 event. There will be free festival book bags to the first 100 attendees, giveaways and a chance to enter drawings for free books and gifts all day long, and free door prize giveaways in the afternoon sessions. Click 'play' on the video below to learn more about the SC Book Festival and start making your plans to attend this Columbia event in May 2012!
Danielle Snyder
Columbia SC Events
May 19, 2012 from 10AM to 5PM
May 20, 2012 from 12PM to 4PM
www.scbookfestival.org
The SC Book Festival is a premier literary event in the state of South Carolina. The Festival features over 70 authors in readings, solo presentations, panel discussions, and book signings. There is also an Exhibit Hall filled with book sellers and community organizations. Featured authors will have books available for purchase. For additional information about the presentation schedule, please click here. In addition, there are over 80 exhibitors, including an Antiquarian Book Fair, selling books and book-related items. Even children will enjoy this spectacular Columbia event in the Children's Pavilion that offers children's activities and a Summer Reading Station all weekend long! The best part? This festival is FREE and open to the public on Saturday, May 19th and Sunday, May 20th at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. The Convention Center is located at 1101 Lincoln Street, Columbia, South Carolina.
In addition to a weekend full of free activities, there will be featured workshops at various locations around the Columbia area during the day on Friday, May 18th. These special events will be offered for a nominal registration fee. The Exhibits will be closed to the general public on Friday, May 18th because this day features registered, ticketed only events. You can check the ticketed event schedule for more information.
The SC Book Festival is gearing up for a spectacular 2012 event. There will be free festival book bags to the first 100 attendees, giveaways and a chance to enter drawings for free books and gifts all day long, and free door prize giveaways in the afternoon sessions. Click 'play' on the video below to learn more about the SC Book Festival and start making your plans to attend this Columbia event in May 2012!
Danielle Snyder
Columbia SC Events
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