City of Columbia, Columbia SC

2025 Point-In-Time Count
2025-01-22
The United Way of the Midlands is calling on community members to join the 2025 Point-in-Time (PIT) Homelessness Counts, scheduled to take place on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. This annual effort provides a critical snapshot of homelessness in our community and serves as a foundation for programs and policies aimed at addressing housing insecurity.
How to Sign Up: To volunteer for the 2025 PIT Count, please visit https://www.cognitoforms.com/unitedwayofthemidlands1/_2025pointintimecountvolunteerapplicationandwaiver or contact Brandi Ross at bross@uway.com for more information.

Columbia Prepares Advisory Committee
2025-01-22 15:00 (America/New_York)
Committee Meeting
Wednesday, January 22, 2025, 3:00 PM
www.columbiasc.gov, Columbia, SC 29201
Download PDF Agenda | View Web Agenda
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City Funding for Non-Profit Events Seminar
2025-01-22 18:00 - 20:00 | 1735 Busby St, 1735 Busby St, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States
This particular workshop will help event managers learn about funding programs through the City of Columbia as well as important information sponsors need to know in order to receive event funding.
Register here: https://forms.columbiasc.gov/250025218348956

Food Truck Friday
2025-01-24 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-01-31 11:00 - 15:00 | REI Co-op Parking Lot, 2300 Bull Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Make your Fridays even better with Food Truck Fridays!
January 24, 2025 food vendors:

Brown Bag Deli
Diamond’s Smokehouse
La Dolce Vita Pizza
Smok’in Pot

January 31, 2025 food vendors:

Kurt’s Kitchen
Lobster Dogs
Maurice’s Catering
Purposely Made Sweets

ONSE Remembrance Vigil
2025-01-24 18:30 | Eau Claire Print Building, 3907 Ensor Avenue, Columbia, 29203
The City of Columbia Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement is hosting a remembrance vigil to show the victims, survivors, and families affected by violence that they are not forgotten. The purpose of this event is to offer support, educate the community on violent crime statistics, raise awareness, share updates regarding upcoming violence prevention initiatives, and to ensure that the critical public health and safety issue of gun violence remains a top priority throughout our City.
Please register here: https://forms.columbiasc.gov/243616723402956

Father Son Tournament
2025-01-25 11:00 - 15:00 | Lorick Park, 1735 Lorick Ave, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States

37th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemoration Service
2025-01-25 16:00 | Martin Luther King Jr. Park, 2300 Greene Street, Columbia, SC, 29205, United States
The City of Columbia will be hosting the 37th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemoration service on Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. at Martin Luther King, Jr. Park at 2300 Green Street, Columbia, SC 29205. Prior to the service there will be a wreath laying ceremony at the corner of Harden and Green Street at 3:06 p.m.
The service will be held in celebration of national Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, which falls on Monday, January 20, 2025. Dr. John H. Dozier, President of Columbia College, will serve as the Keynote Speaker for the event.

Tykes on a Hyke
2025-01-27 09:00 | Saluda Riverwalk, 650 Candi Lane, Columbia, SC, 29210, United States

Administrative Policy Meeting
2025-01-28 11:00

Mayor's Coffee with the Press
2025-01-29 09:00 | City Hall, Second Floor, Mayor’s Conference Room, 1737 Main Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Mayor Daniel Rickenmann will hold an informal coffee with the press the last Wednesday morning of every month. These will be informal coffee talks where representatives from all press outlets are invited to come for an update from him and to ask questions. The sessions will be held in the Mayor’s Conference Room at City Hall, 1737 Main Street. Each session will be scheduled for approximately 45 minutes.

Columbia-Richland 911 Hiring Fair
2025-01-29 09:00 - 15:00 | Earlewood Park, 1113 Recreation Drive, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States
The City of Columbia will be hosting a career fair to promote openings within the 911/Emergency Communications department. The Columbia-Richland 911 Communications Center is a vital part of the public safety and response team, as they are the first point of contact when citizens call 9-1-1 for emergencies. The department is currently hiring for 1st and 2nd shift Telecommunicators.

To register for the City of Columbia’s 911/Emergency Communications hiring fair, please visit, https://forms.columbiasc.gov/243365951356867

Park and Play Launch
2025-01-30 15:30 | St Anna’s Park, 1316 Liberty Hill Avenue, Columbia, 29204, United States
The City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department is thrilled to announce the launch of its new community Park and Play mobile recreation van.
The Park and Play mobile recreation van will serve Columbia communities and neighborhoods where residents may not have easy access to our City parks. The Park and Play van’s mission is to ensure all Columbia residents have opportunities to play, learn, and stay active in an instructive and healthy setting.

Girl Choose You - Monthly Support Group
2025-02-01 09:00 - 11:00 | SOCO Bull Street, 1721 Saunders St, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Are you a woman aged 40 and above, seeking a space to prioritize your well-being and connect with like-minded individuals? Look no further! Join us for “Girl Choose You,” a monthly gathering dedicated to the remarkable women who are navigating life’s journeys with wisdom, resilience, and self-discovery.
Sign up here: Girl Choose You | Girl, Get Up Society (girlgetupsociety.org)

Young Men United New Cohort Welcome
2025-02-01 09:00 - 11:00 | 1200 Colonial Life Blvd, 1200 Colonial Life Blvd, Columbia, SC, 29210, United States

"Meow" or Never - Free Cat Adoption!
2025-02-01 09:00 - 16:00 | Columbia Animal Services, 127 Humane Lane, Columbia, SC, 29209, United States
Free adoptions for all cats at the Columbia Animal Services Animal Shelter. ONE DAY ONLY.

Tai Chi
2025-02-01 10:00 - 12:00 | Riverfront Park South, 312 Laurel Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States

Girl Power - Series on Mental Health
2025-02-02 10:30 - 11:15 | Pinehurst Park, 2300 Pinehurst Road, Columbia, SC, 29204
Open to Middle & High School Girls.
Join Girl Power for the First Saturday’s monthly session to discuss mental health with Dr. Sierra Barnes, a licensed professional Counselor.

Winter Wonderland Walks
2025-02-02 12:00 - 13:00 | Saluda Riverwalk, 650 Candi Lane, Columbia, SC, 29210, United States

Pups and Pints Adoption Event
2025-02-02 12:00 - 15:00 | Jake’s of Columbia, 2112 Devine Street, Columbia, SC, 29205, United States
Join Columbia Animal Services for the upcoming Pups & Pints event at Jake’s on Devine! It’s an exciting opportunity to meet adorable dogs and enjoy delicious food and beer. Adoption fees will be waived, so consider welcoming a furry friend into your home. Please bring a leash and collar if you plan to adopt!

City Council Meeting
2025-02-04 16:00 - 17:00 | City Hall Third Floor Chambers, 1737 Main Street, Columbia, South Carolina
The Columbia City Council will conduct a Regular Meeting on Tuesday,
February 4, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. at City Hall (Council Chambers), 1737 Main
Street, Third Floor, Columbia, SC 29201. Members of the public may view
the meeting online at www.columbiasc.gov. Please contact the City Clerk’s
Office at (803)545-3045 or cityclerk@columbiasc.gov if you have questions
regarding this meeting.

FastTrac Growth Venture
2025-02-04 18:00 - 21:00 | Midlands Technical College Northeast Campus, 151 Powell Road, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States
The Office of Business Opportunities is no longer accepting applications for the 2025 FastTrac Growth Venture course. If you have any questions, you can contact our office at (803)545-3950 or send an email to OBO@columbiasc.gov.
FastTrac Growth Venture is a course designed to support the entrepreneur seeking to take their existing business to a higher level. This program assists entrepreneurs in analyzing their current business condition to identify the best opportunities for growth. Budgeting, sales strategies, management team roles, operational systems and business plan implementation are key areas of emphasis. The course also facilitates networking between entrepreneurs and experienced professionals.
This training is designed to equip aspiring entrepreneurs with more in-depth business skills to grow their business successfully. 2025 is the 22nd year of the collaborative partnership between the City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities and Midlands Technical College in providing the FastTrac Growth Venture training to local business owners.
To be eligible to participate in the FastTrac Growth Venture course, participants must:

Have a small business located in Calhoun, Fairfield, Kershaw, Lexington, Newberry, Orangeburg, Richland, or Saluda counties.
Have a business plan or must be in operations for more than five (5) years.

Be one of the lucky few selected for this course and join the many who have successfully risen to the challenge.

Bingo Social
2025-02-05 10:00 - 12:00 | Busby Community Center, 1735 Busby St, Columbia, 29203, United States

Youth Violence Seminar
2025-02-05 11:00 - 13:00 | Lorick Park, 1735 Lorick Ave, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States

5th Annual SC Celebrando Black Business Day
2025-02-06 10:00 - 12:00 | Mota Crosslinking Business Academy, 933 13th Street, West Columbia, 29169, United States
Join us to celebrate the accomplishments of our black community awardees who have made an impact in our communities.

Ribbon Cutting for "The Game Show Challenge"
2025-02-06 11:30 - 13:30 | The Game Show Challenge, 823 Gervais St Suite 120, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Mayor Daniel J. Rickenmann, City of Columbia Economic Development, and the Vista Guild are hosting a ribbon cutting ceremony for the grand opening of “The Game Show Challenge” with owner Josh Brickey.
“The Game Show Challenge” is a live, interactive game show where participants solve puzzles and compete in relays as part of a live, interactive game show. “The Game Show” was created by husband and wife, Josh and Patty Brickey, who wowed thrill-seekers with their award-winning escape room, Escape Plan Columbia.
Wanting to create more magical moments in people’s lives, “The Game Show Challenge” was born in Columbia, SC, offering a hands-on experience and endless fun.

Board of Zoning Appeals (BoZA) Meeting
2025-02-06 16:00 - 18:00 | City Hall, Council Chambers, 1737 Main Street, 3rd Floor, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Regularly scheduled Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting. Application deadline for this meeting is January 3, 2024. For more information, call 803-545-3333 or visit the BoZA page for agendas, approved minutes, a printable calendar, and more.

United Alliance Community Meeting
2025-02-06 18:00 - 19:00 | Living Faith Christian Center, 1540 Frye Road, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States

Pro Bono Legal Clinic - Free Legal Help for You
2025-02-07 09:00 - 18:00 | Benedict College Business Development Center, 2601 Read St, Columbia, SC, 29204, United States
The Fifth Judicial Circuit Solicitor’s Office, the Richland County Public Defender’s Office, and the Rainy Day Fund are hosting a free Pro Bono legal Clinic on February 7, 9:00am – 6:00pm and February 8, 10:00am-2:00pm.
Join these clinics to help remove your barriers to housing and employment by talking to a lawyer about your driving or criminal record.

Driver’s License: Reinstatement Clinic

Address unpaid traffic ticket suspensions over two years old. Excludes DUI and DUAC cases. Attendance is not required.

Bench Warrant: Resolution Clinic

Attend to non-violent general sessions bench warrants over two years old. Excludes magistrate court and summary BWFTA cases.

Additional Services:

Child Support & Family Court Q & A. Only February 7 from 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Expungement Information Table
Nelson Mullins Lawyers 4 Vets. Only February 7

Sign up here: February 2025 Clinic Sign Up (jotform.com)

Food Truck Friday
2025-02-07 11:00 - 15:00
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 February’s food trucks:
February 7, 2025:

Diamond’s Smokehouse
Luna’s Grill
Mamas Taste of the World
Moma Kno’z Butter Bitez

February 14, 2025:

Brown Bag Deli
Purposely Made Sweets
Smok’in Pot
Tacos Oink Oink

February 21, 2025:

Bessie’s Bites & Sweet Delights
La Dolce Vita Pizza
Smoke it Up

February 28, 2025:

Fishers of Men
Smok’in Pot
Tacos Oink Oink
Smoke It Up
