Rise and Run Easter 5K - Mental Health Awareness
2025-04-12 08:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | Saluda Shoals Park, 5605 Bush River Rd, Columbia
Sign up and find out more here: Rise and Run / Walk 5k (runsignup.com)
Saturday, April 12, 2025, at the beautiful Saluda Shoals Park for the Rise & Run 5K. This Easter 5k event will take place on a fast, flat, and scenic certified closed course, giving participants the opportunity to achieve personal bests while soaking in the natural beauty of the park. More than just a race, it’s a celebration of the resurrected King, a movement for mental health awareness, and a chance to bring hope to those struggling with anxiety and depression. The event is hosted by Forever Changed Ministries.
Event Details:
5K Race: Starting at 8:00 AM, the race features a fast, flat, and scenic closed course, perfect for runners and walkers of all ages and fitness levels.
Kids’ Fun Run with Easter Egg Hunt: Beginning at 9:30 AM, this fun-filled activity allows everyone to participate in the 5K and still enjoy Easter festivities with their families at Leo’s Landing.
Packet Pick-Up:
Friday, April 11: Packet pick-up will be held at Fleet Feet in Irmo, located at 945 Lake Murray Blvd, Suite A, Irmo, SC 29063, from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Receive a 10% discount from Fleet Feet.
Saturday, April 12: Race day on-site packet pick-up will begin at 7:00 AM at Saluda Shoals Park.
Why Participate:
💸 Proceeds from this event will help fund the completion of impactful films in the documentary Sound Mind Series, which focus on mental health topics such as anxiety and depression. These films aim to inspire understanding, reduce stigma, and provide hope and healing to individuals and families. Whether you’re running for a cause, walking for awareness, or simply joining us to support mental health initiatives, this event promises to be both memorable and meaningful. Be part of this life-changing event as we celebrate Easter, raise awareness for mental health, and inspire hope in our community. Join us in person or participate virtually, your support makes a difference!

Stomp Out Crime
2025-04-12 09:00 - 11:00 | Columbia Place Mall, 7201 Two Notch Rd, Columbia, SC, 29223, United States
The Stomp Out Crime Initiative is hosting this event to highlight National Crime Victims Week. The purpose of the event is to bring awareness to crimes in our communities and to provide resources that support survivors and their families. The ONSE will setup a table at the Stomp Out Crime event to share information about community safety and other important topics. The ONSE will also donate clothing collected during the CHUGS Drive to the Stomp Out Crime Initiative for attendees. This event is free and open to the public.

Mayor's Collegiate Engagement Council Student Pop-Up Market
2025-04-12 09:00 - 13:00 | Soda City Market, 1700 Main St, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
The Mayor’s CEC Student Pop-Up Market is an opportunity for students ages 16 and up to showcase their businesses to the community in an accessible and welcoming environment.
The CEC Student Pop-Up market will be on the 1300 Block of Main Street.

Turtle Sculpture Unveiling!
2025-04-12 10:00 - 15:00 | Stormwater Studios, 413 Pendleton Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
The City of Columbia’s Columbia Streams Art public art program will unveil ten new turtle sculptures painted and decorated by local artists during the Artista Vista arts festival on Saturday, April 12 from 10:00 am until 3:00 pm. The turtle sculptures will be on public display at Stormwater Studios at 413 Pendleton Street and also at the Artista Vista Live Art Mart at 516 Senate Street.
Further, the ten turtle sculptures are displayed with artist attribution in a digital gallery located on the City of Columbia website at https://mayor.columbiasc.gov/columbia-streams-art-turtle-scultpures/.
Artista Vista is a three-day local arts festival held by the Vista Guild showcasing local artists and their works at sites throughout Columbia’s Vista business district. For more information visit https://www.vistacolumbia.com/special-events/artista-vista.
To date, the Columbia Streams Art program has generated 36 leaping trout sculptures painted by local artists and art students exhibited at the Columbia Museum of Art, a growing series of Urban Canvas travelling tapestries placed throughout the City, 24 community mini libraries, funding for the Soda City Poetry festival, a creative planning forum for artists with Mayor Rickenmann and One Columbia Executive Director Xavier Blake, direct artist funding through a series of micro-grants, and more.

Yellow Jacket Festival and Carnival
2025-04-12 11:00 - 15:00 | 1530 Harden Street, 1530 Harden St, Columbia, 29204, United States
Allen University is hosting their annual Yellow Jacket Festival and Carnival with activities to include the annual spring football game, new student orientation, the community carnival, and a host of other activities. The ONSE setup a table for this event to provide personal safety information to attendees.

Easter Egg Roll
2025-04-12 12:00 - 15:30 | Leroy Moss Community Center, 950 Jackson Avenue

Eggciting Easter Celebration
2025-04-12 12:00 - 16:00 | Lorick Park, 1735 Lorick Ave, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States

The Lemonade Twins 4th Annual Easter Egg Hunt
2025-04-12 12:00 - 16:00 | Woodland Park, 6500 Olde Knight Parkway, Columbia, SC, 29209, United States

College Place Neighborhood Association Monthly Meeting
2025-04-14 18:30 - 20:00 | Columbia College Women’s Business Center, 1301 Columbia College Dr, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States
The ONSE will attend the monthly community meeting to gain feedback from residents as well as provide an update.

Senior Easter Social
2025-04-15 10:00 - 15:00 | Busby Community Center, 1735 Busby St, Columbia, 29203, United States

Roles & Responsibilities in Housing Workshop
2025-04-15 18:00 - 20:30 | Busby Community Center, 1735 Busby St, Columbia, 29203, United States
Topics of Discussion:

Evictions
Housing Discriminations
Uniform Relocation Act
Code Enforcement

For questions contact (803) 576-2091 or watlington.crystal@richlandcountysc.gov

Lunch and Learn (Healthy Cooking)
2025-04-16 10:00 - 23:00 | Busby Community Center, 1735 Busby St, Columbia, 29203, United States
Lunch & Learn: Healthy Cooking Workshop
Join us for a fun and informative session focused on stress management, self-care, and healthy eating—perfect for adults 50 & older!

Lunch provided!

Limited seats – Register now!

Call Kim Glasgow at (803) 545-3100 to reserve your spot.

Monthly Street Outreach
2025-04-16 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.

Creative Time at Columbia Art Center
2025-04-16 16:00 - 18:00, 2025-04-23 16:00 - 18:00 | Columbia Art Center, 1227 Taylor St., Ste. C
This class is a mixed media class geared towards ages 9-16. The instructor will guide the students through a mixed media class which will consist of painting, collage and other arts. The instructor will help each child to tap into their “hidden” resources that they may not be aware of. Each session will meet for four weeks.
Requirements:

• Registration fee covers materials, instruction and operational costs.
• Minimum number of students: 3
• Maximum number of students: 6

For more information call (803) 545-3093 or email ArtCenter@columbiasc.gov

Annual Easter Egg-travaganza
2025-04-16 17:30 - 19:30 | MLK Park, 2300 Greene St, Columbia, SC, United States

How Money Works
2025-04-16 18:30 - 19:45, 2025-04-23 18:30 - 19:45 | Greenview Park, 6700 David Street, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States
Learn How Money Works!Join us for a FREE financial education series every Wednesday in April, starting April 2 from 6:30 PM – 7:45 PM at Greenview Park!Gain valuable insights on money management, financial planning, and wealth-building strategies with Dr. Ken and Yolande Roach, expert financial consultants.For more info: 803-754-5223Take control of your financial future—see you there!

Design/Development Review Commission (D/DRC) Meeting
2025-04-17 16:00 - 18:00 | City Hall, Council Chambers, 1737 Main Street, 3rd Floor, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Regularly scheduled Design/Development Review Commission Meeting. Application deadline for this meeting is March 24, 2025. For more information, call 803-545-3222 or visit the D/DRC page for agendas, approved minutes, a printable calendar, and more.

Pinehurst Spring and Easter Fest
2025-04-17 17:30 - 20:00 | Pinehurst Park, 2300 Pinehurst Road, Columbia, SC, 29204

City Offices Closed
2025-04-18 | SC
City offices closed in observance of Good Friday.

Free Compost Giveaway
2025-04-19 08:00 - 12:00 | Columbia Animal Services, 127 Humane Lane, Columbia, SC, 29209, United States
The City of Columbia Solid Waste Division will host its annual Free Compost Giveaway event. Columbia residents are invited to receive free, nutrient-rich compost, ideal for gardening and landscaping, while supplies last. Staff will assist with loading compost into vehicles, trailers, or trucks.
Please note: this event is for residential use only – no commercial businesses. The City will not haul materials to other locations.

Spring Fling Eggstravaganza
2025-04-19 11:00 - 14:00 | Greenview Park, 6700 David Street, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States

Pups & Pints Adoption Event & Donation Drive
2025-04-19 12:00 - 15:00 | Bierkeller, 600 Canal Side Street Suite 1009
Adoption Event and Donation Drive at Bierkeller! Adoption Fees will be waived! Please bring a leash and collar.
Sponsored by Animal Mission and The Pampered Pup Bakery.

Spring Fling Adoption Promo
2025-04-21 - 2025-04-26 | Columbia Animal Services, 127 Humane Lane, Columbia, SC, 29209, United States
Adoption fee of $20 for all pets during the week of April 21st-26th.
Kick off spring with a new best friend!

NxLevel & FastTrac Graduation Ceremony
2025-04-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Midlands Technical College Northeast Campus, 151 Powell Road, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States

Belmont Neighborhood Association Monthly Meeting
2025-04-21 18:30 - 20:00 | Gable Oaks Apartments, 901 Colleton Street, Columbia, SC, United States

2025 City of Columbia Career Fair
2025-04-22 09:00 - 15:00 | Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, 1101 Lincoln St, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
The City of Columbia will be hosting its 4th annual career fair to promote openings within various departments. City departments with current vacancies will be on-site to talk with the community about the available career opportunities and provide information on the scope of work their department performs on a daily basis. In addition, City departments without current vacancies will be on-site to showcase how they impact our community and to inform job seekers how to stay in contact for future openings.
On the spot interviews will be held during the career fair and offers may be provided to candidates. Here’s some great benefits to working at the city:

Build a career, not a job
Flexible schedule
Great/competitive health benefits
Free professional development courses
Room for advancement
Various/multiple career opportunities
Work for a top-notch organization

Conflict Resolution Workshop
2025-04-22 14:00 - 15:00 | Dreher High School, 3319 Millwood Ave, Columbia, SC, 29205, United States
As part of Youth Violence Prevention Week, the ONSE is partnering with the Richland One School District to host a Conflict Resolution Workshop for students at Dreher High School. The workshop will provide an overview of conflict resolution, allow students to share their conflicts, and discuss how to effectively resolve conflicts without resorting to violence.

Anti-bullying Workshop
2025-04-23 17:00 - 19:00 | Eau Claire Print Building, 3907 Ensor Avenue, Columbia, 29203
The ONSE will partner with Kimestry Wellness LLC to conduct an anti-bullying workshop to empower youth to recognize, prevent, and respond to bullying. Youth will learn about the impacts of bullying, strategies from standing up for themselves and others, and the importance of kindness.
“Our goal is to empower students with the tools to manage emotions, resolve conflicts peacefully, and build positive relationships,” said Kimberly Goethe, Program Assistant for ONSE. “Prevention starts with equipping young people with the right skills.”
Registration is required, but the workshop is free and open to the public.
