Community Conversations with Councilwoman Dr. Aditi Bussells
2025-06-26 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | City Hall, 1737 Main Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
The City of Columbia At-Large Councilmembers announce a new initiative designed to foster stronger engagement between elected officials and the residents they serve.
Beginning with Councilwoman Aditi Bussells, each At-Large Councilmember will host one-on-one community conversations, offering an opportunity to speak directly with their representatives in a personal setting.
These meetings aim to create space for open dialogue on key community issues, listen to resident concerns, and strengthen the connection between the public and their local government.
Residents must sign up in advance to secure a time slot by June 10, 2025.
Register for a specific time slot here: https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/10C054FADA82EAAF8C34-56358595-office

Columbia Council of Neighborhoods Monthly Meeting
2025-06-26 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-07-24 18:30 - 20:00 | Eau Claire Print Building, 3907 Ensor Avenue, Columbia, 29203
The ONSE will attend the monthly community meeting to gain feedback from residents as well as provide an update.

Serve & Connect Summer Block Party
2025-06-27 11:00 - 13:00 | Harbison Gardens, 401 Columbiana Dr, Columbia, SC, 29212, United States

Food Truck Friday!
2025-06-27 11:00 - 15:00 | 2300 Bull Street (REI Co-op parking lot at BullStreet, corner of Bull and Colonial), 2300 Bull Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Each Friday from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm, join us in the REI Co-op parking lot on Bull Street to enjoy lunch from a variety of food trucks!
Check out the line up for June’s food trucks:
June 6, 2025:

Cindy’s Cakes & Catering
Kurt’s Kitchen
The Haute’ Dog Lady
Wise’s Fish & Fries

June 13, 2025:

Lobster Dogs
Purposely Made Sweets
Right Way Wings & Things
Smoke IT UP

June 20, 2025:

Brown Bag Deli
Calabash Caribbean Grill
Fishers of Men (Boiled P-nuts)
Tacos Oink Oink

June 27, 2025:

Bessie’s Bites
Fishers of Men
Maurice’s Catering
Smok’in Pot

Hot Dogs & Cool Cats Adoption Promo!
2025-07-01 12:00 - 2025-07-03 17:00, 2025-07-05 09:00 - 16:00 | Columbia Animal Services, 127 Humane Lane, Columbia, SC, 29209, United States
Adoption fees for all Pets from July 1 – July 5 will be only $4!
Animal Shelter will be closed on July 4.

Grand Opening of Above & Beyond Tattoo Studio
2025-07-16 12:00 - 13:00 | Above & Beyond Tattoo Studio, 2321 Devine St, Columbia, SC, 29205, United States
Above & Beyond Tattoo Studio is thrilled to announce its grand opening at 2321 Devine Street, suites B/C, above the welcoming Devine Street Barbers. Owners Christine Sabet and Matthew “Toto” Davis, a 16-year Army veteran currently serving in the reserves and a seasoned tattoo artist with 15 years of experience, have poured their passion and dedication into creating a space that embodies the artistry of tattooing while fostering a supportive and accepting community environment. Joining them are talented apprentices Kasey McKay and Tabitha Forsman, who bring fresh perspectives and creativity to the studio.
“As a team, we take immense pride in our accomplishments thus far. The journey to opening Above & Beyond Tattoo has been marked by hard work, collaboration, and an unwavering commitment to the art form. Our studio is not just about tattoos; it’s about building connections and offering a safe space for self-expression. We invite everyone to visit us, whether you’re considering your first tattoo or looking to add to your collection. Our commitment to quality artistry and customer care ensures that every experience is meaningful and memorable.”
For more information about Above & Beyond Tattoo Studio, please visit our link: [http://linktr.ee/abovebeyondtattoo](http://linktr.ee/abovebeyondtattoo). We look forward to welcoming you into our studio and sharing our passion for tattoo art with the community!

Monthly Street Outreach
2025-07-16 14:00 - 16:00 | Richland County Public Library, 1431 Assembly Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
The ONSE will attend this monthly event to assist with community outreach efforts.

Neighborhood Safety Presentation
2025-07-17 13:00 - 14:00 | Northeast Presbyterian Church, 601 Polo Rd, Columbia, 29223, United States

Belmont Neighborhood Association Monthly Meeting
2025-07-21 18:30 - 20:00 | Gable Oaks Apartments, 901 Colleton Street, Columbia, SC, United States

Game Night with Councilwoman Tina Herbert
2025-07-25 16:30 - 19:00 | Lorick Park, 1735 Lorick Ave, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States
Neighborhood Safety and Engagement is hosting an evening full of fun and games with Councilwoman Tina N. Herbert!
An evening of fun for all ages with board games, cards, and video games. Light snacks will be served for attendees.

Press Conference: Columbia's Skyline Reimagined
2025-07-29 10:30 - 12:00 | 1410 Main St, 1410 Main St, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Announcement of City of Columbia’s Municipal Complex & Core Spaces’ Newest Development
Who:

Mayor Daniel J. Rickenmann
City Manager Teresa Wilson
Core Spaces Chief Development Officer Chad Matesi
Richland County Chairwoman Jesica Mackey
Main Street District President & CEO Matt Kennel

What: The City of Columbia, in collaboration with Core Spaces, Richland County, and the Main Street District, is proud to announce a major step forward in downtown revitalization. The redevelopment of 1401 Main Street into the new Municipal Complex reflects the City’s commitment to improving accessibility, enhancing operational efficiency, and providing residents with a centralized location for key municipal services.
This announcement serves as a catalyst for transformational change, not only shaping the vibrancy and walkability of Columbia’s downtown core, but also advancing strategic economic development efforts across the entire city.
Adjacent to the new complex, Core Spaces will bring a new mixed-use development to the heart of the Main Street District. With a focus on innovative design and hospitality-driven management, the project will introduce modern housing and retail opportunities that further energize the downtown experience and support continued economic growth.
Together, the Municipal Complex and Core Spaces’ newest downtown development represent a coordinated, forward-thinking approach to city planning and development. These projects work hand in hand to enhance public service delivery, attract private investment, and elevate the downtown experience. This joint effort marks one of the most significant economic investments on Main Street in years, positioning Columbia for continued growth and long-term success.
Following the announcement, the public is encouraged to explore renderings of both the Municipal Complex and the Core Spaces’ development to gain a deeper understanding of these visionary transformative spaces. Food trucks will also be on-site during the event, with food and refreshments available for purchase, offering a taste of the vibrancy and culinary potential that future development could bring to this key corridor in the Main Street District. Featured vendors include:

Bamboo Cottage
Bubblelicious Waffles
Carrie Vine’s Homemade Treats
Guy’s Hotdogs

DOGust 1st: Sponsor a Birthday Pup Cup for a Shelter Dog! Fundraiser
2025-08-01 | SC
A donation of $2 will provide a pup cup for a shelter dog on August 1st, which is considered to be the universal birthday for rescue dogs. All proceeds directly benefit our life-saving programs. Sponsored by Animal Mission of the Midlands. Donation window closes at 11:59 P.M. on August 1st. DONATION LINK: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/dogust-1st-sponsor-a-birthday-pup-cup-for-a-shelter-dog

Food Truck Friday!
2025-08-01 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-08-08 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-08-15 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-08-22 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-08-29 11:00 - 15:00 | 2300 Bull Street (REI Co-op parking lot at BullStreet, corner of Bull and Colonial), 2300 Bull Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
August 1

Brown Bag Deli
Ducey’s BBQ & Thingz
Manjal’s Filipino
Snacks & Things
King one Ice Cream

August 8

Calabash Caribbean Grill
La Dolce Vita Pizza
Mamas Taste of the World
WISE SQUEEZED LEMONADE

August 15

King Kone Ice Cream
Right Way Wings & Things
Fishers of Men (P-Nuts)
Smoke It Up
Spicy Voo-Doo

August 22

Lobster Dogs
Lunch Box
Maurice’s BBQ
Smok’in Pot

August 29

Granny’s Caribbean Cuisine & Catering
Right Way Wings & Things
Kurt’s Kitchen
Bessie’s Bites

The Center for Architecture Grand Opening
2025-08-01 16:00 - 19:00 | The Center for Architecture, 1530 Main Street, Suite C, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Who: Mayor Daniel Rickenmann, Councilman Peter Brown, City of Columbia Economic Development, Main Street District President and CEO Matt Kennell and Center for Architecture staff
What: The City of Columbia, Main Street District, The American Institute of Architects South Carolina Chapter (AIASC) and the South Carolina Architectural Foundation (SCAF) proudly announce the grand opening of The Center for Architecture on Friday, August 1, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
The newly renovated Center for Architecture space located at 1530 Main Street, Suite C, Columbia, SC 29201, will serve as South Carolina’s premier collaboration dedicated to advancing architectural excellence, design education, and multi-disciplinary engagement focused on the built environment.
The schedule is as follows:
4:00 p.m.- The grand opening will begin with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and remarks from the City of Columbia and Main Street District representatives.
5:00 p.m.- A celebration will follow with light refreshments, mingling, and remarks from AIA South Carolina and South Carolina Architectural Foundation representatives, and special acknowledgement of the founding donors of the capital campaign. The evening will include a special recognition of retiring Executive Director, Adrienne Montare, FAIA, whose leadership has been instrumental in advancing architectural excellence in Columbia.
6:00 p.m. – Guest speaker presentation: “Enhancing Urbanism in Columbia”. John Wofford, Partner with Astral Development, will discuss their design-driven mixed-use projects supporting urbanism and sustainable growth in Columbia and the region, from micro to macro viewpoints.

Jake's on Devine: Pups & Pints Adoption Event and Donation Drive
2025-08-03 12:00 - 15:00 | Jake’s of Columbia, 2112 Devine Street, Columbia, SC, 29205, United States
*Free adoptions- please bring a leash and collar if you are considering adoption.

Popcorn & Lemonade Fundraiser to Support Mayor's Campaign Against Breast Cancer
2025-08-08 12:00 - 14:00, 2025-08-29 12:00 - 14:00, 2025-09-05 12:00 - 14:00 | City of Columbia Payment Center, 3000 Harden Street, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States
Join us and support the Mayor’s Campaign Against Breast Cancer by purchasing popcorn and pink (or regular) lemonade. Popcorn and lemonade will start at $2.00.
For over 20 years, the Mayor’s Campaign against Breast Cancer has raised awareness about the fight against breast cancer and provided support to patients, families, and survivors in our community. This year’s proceeds will fund equipment on Prisma Health’s Richland campus to further increase access to diagnostic mammography patients. This includes two ultrasound units, two ultrasound exam tables, and one 3D mammography unit.
WHEN:

Friday, August 8, 2025
Friday, August 29, 2025
Friday, September 5, 2025

Mastering Social Media for Business Growth
2025-08-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Busby Community Center, 1735 Busby St, Columbia, 29203, United States
The City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities Presents:
Mastering Social Media for Business Growth Workshop
Speaker: Ken Walker, Social Media Expert
This is a hybrid workshop (in person and on-line), but space is limited and spots are filling quickly! Online participants will require Zoom to virtually attend the workshop.
Register for the Workshop HERE!
This dynamic, hands-on workshop is designed for small and medium-sized businesses that want to strengthen their online presence, create impactful content, and understand how to use data to drive results.
At the end of this workshop, attendees will learn:

How to plan a month of content in one day
Camera etiquette & how to film yourself
How to grow on social media
How to use analytics to drive results

For more information, contact Kalenna Ginyard, OBO Program Compliance Specialist at (803) 545-3950 or email our office at OBO@columbiasc.gov

ACEs Workshop
2025-08-14 18:00 - 19:00 | Gable Oaks Apartments, 901 Colleton Street, Columbia, SC, United States
The City of Columbia Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement is partnering with United Way of the Midlands to host a Community Conversation about Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs).
Please join us for a conversation about Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), their potential health impacts and the actions we can take as a community to be more resilient to address these outcomes. The conversation will be facilitated by United Way of the Midlands’ staff Tiffany Johnson, MSW, Senior Manager of Youth and Resiliency, and Brantli Senn, MRC Operations Director.
RSVP: Space is limited to 25 participants. To register, scan the QR code on the flyer or go to uway.org/events.

Mays Park Ribbon Cutting
2025-08-19 10:00 - 11:00 | Mays Park, 1521 Deans Lane, Columbia, SC, 29205, United States
The City of Columbia Parks & Recreation Department is pleased to hold a ribbon cutting on Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. for the official re-opening of the newly renovated Mays Park at 1521 Deans Lane, near the intersection of Trenholm Road and Beltline Boulevard.
Revitalization features for Mays Park include a new splash pad, new pickleball courts, tennis courts, a basketball tree, playgrounds, a rain garden, green spaces and site furnishings.

Food Truck Friday & The Blood Connection Blood Drive
2025-09-05 10:00 - 15:00 | 2300 Bull Street (REI Co-op parking lot at BullStreet, corner of Bull and Colonial), 2300 Bull Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Get lunch & give blood!
The Blood Connection Mobile Drive Unit will be set up alongside the Food Trucks in the REI parking lot.
September 5

Tacos Oink Oink
Bessie’s Bites & Sweet Delights
Wise’s Fresh Squeezes Lemonade
King Kone Ice Cream
Snacks & Things

Hug a Homie
2025-09-06 14:00 - 16:00 | Camp Cole, 1571 Crossing Creek Rd, Eastover, SC, 29044, United States
Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement Director Trevon Fordham will be a part of a heartfelt session called “Hug a Homie”, focused on one of the most transformational topics we can explore: forgiveness. This event will have real conversations, raw honesty, and a room full of boys learning to release, to heal, and to embrace one another—literally. The session will wrap up with all 30 boys sharing a hug, reminding each other they are not alone.

Street Outreach - ONSE
2025-09-08 10:00 - 12:00 | Bojangles on Elmwood, 930 Elmwood Ave, Columbia, SC, 29212, United States
The ONSE team will attend the monthly onsite outreach event to provide supportive services to unsheltered individuals.
