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SUMMARY:Youth-Led Event
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” row_position_desktop=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” flex_gap_desktop=”10px” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]City of Columbia Recognizes Youth Justice Action Month with Community Events and Youth-Centered Programming \n  \nIn recognition of October as Youth Justice Action Month (YJAM)\, the City of Columbia’s Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement (ONSE) is collaborating with AMIkids Gateways and community partners to host a series of events focused on youth empowerment\, violence prevention\, healing and community engagement. \nYouth Justice Action Month provides an opportunity to raise awareness about the importance of supporting young people\, addressing challenges within the juvenile justice system and creating pathways toward positive outcomes for youth and families. \nThrough the Beyond the Gate initiative\, ONSE and AMIkids Gateways will offer programming designed to elevate youth voices\, encourage positive decision-making\, promote healing\, and strengthen connections between young people and their communities. \nScheduled Youth Justice Action Month Activities Include: \n\nOctober 16: Youth-Led Event — Camp Aspen\, 5300 Broad River Rd\, Columbia\, SC 29212 | 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.\nOctober 21: Health\, Hope\, and Healing on “The Path” — Hampton Park Community Center\, 1117 Brandon Ave\, Columbia\, SC 29209 | 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.\nOctober 24: ONSE Community Block Party — Location TBD | 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.\nOctober 30: Strength in Community Celebration & Showcase — Busby Street Community Center\, 1735 Busby Street\, Columbia\, SC 29203 | Part 1: 11 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. | Part 2: 2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. | Part 3 (Camp Aspen): 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.\n\nIn addition to the Beyond the Gate series\, ONSE will host its own Community Block Party on Saturday\, October 24\, providing an opportunity for youth and families to connect with community resources\, participate in positive recreational activities and strengthen relationships within their neighborhoods. \nThese initiatives reflect the City’s ongoing commitment to community-based violence prevention\, meaningful youth engagement\, and partnerships that help create safer\, healthier neighborhoods. \nThrough collaboration with organizations such as AMIkids Gateways\, ONSE continues to support prevention-focused approaches that recognize the potential of young people and the importance of providing opportunities\, resources and supportive environments in which they can thrive. \nAbout the Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement \nThe City of Columbia’s Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement works to strengthen community safety through violence prevention\, community partnerships\, outreach and initiatives that address the underlying factors contributing to violence. The Office emphasizes collaboration\, community voice\, and proactive strategies that support safer and more connected neighborhoods.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://columbiasc.gov/event/youth-led-event/
LOCATION:Camp Aspen\, 5300 Broad River Rd\, Columbia\, South Carolina\, 29212\, United States
CATEGORIES:City of Columbia Events
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SUMMARY:Leisurehound Athletic Club’s Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” row_position_desktop=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” flex_gap_desktop=”10px” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]Who: Mayor Daniel J. Rickenmann\, City of Columbia’s Office of Economic Development\, and Leisurehound Athletic Club owners Adam and Jordan Bergeson. \nWhat: Leisurehound Athletic Club will celebrate its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Tomorrow\, Friday\, October 16th. The park and bar will be open for business immediately following the ceremony. Located in Columbia’s North Main District\, Leisurehound is a half-acre off-leash dog park and biergarten where dogs can play while their owners enjoy a drink and spend time with friends and neighbors. Leisurehound welcomes the city to experience Columbia’s new backyard oasis. Human admission is free – no dog is required. The festivities continue Saturday\, October 17th\, with a larger grand opening celebration: an Oktoberfest party featuring a special food truck\, dog-friendly vendors\, music\, and the charming biergarten atmosphere Columbia residents can expect from Leisurehound Athletic Club. Dog day passes and memberships are available for purchase. Guests bringing dogs should visit leisurehoundathleticclub.com to register and review vaccination and entry requirements before visiting. Human guests must be 13 or older\, with adult supervision required for those under 18. Follow @leisurehound_athletic_club on Instagram or Facebook for celebration details and updates. \nWhen: Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony: Tomorrow\, Friday\, October 16th\, 2026\, at 2:30 p.m. \nOktoberfest Grand Opening Celebration: All-Day Saturday\, October 17th\, 2026 \nWhere: Leisurehound Athletic Club\, 2801 Drayton Street\, Columbia\, SC 29201.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://columbiasc.gov/event/leisurehound-athletic-clubs-grand-opening-and-ribbon-cutting/
LOCATION:Leisurehound Athletic Club\, 2801 Drayton St\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
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