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SUMMARY:Women's Empowerment Expo
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” 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” 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”]Women’s Empowerment of South Carolina is all new for 2025! Don’t miss out on all the inspiration\, the empowerment\, and the entertainment! Featuring\, the line dance king himself\, CUPID. Former lead singer of Sounds of Blackness ANN NESBY! Plus CHANTE MOORE! And more to be announced. It’s back at the South Carolina State Fairgrounds\, so get ready for Women’s Empowerment of South Carolina. Saturday\, August 16th\, inside the Ruff\, Moore\, and Rosewood buildings at the South Carolina State Fairgrounds\, 1200 Rosewood Drive. Columba. This is a rain or shine event. We will see you on August 16th![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][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” 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” 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”][image_with_animation image_url=”780378″ image_size=”full” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”None” animation_movement_type=”transform_y” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://columbiasc.gov/event/womens-empowerment-expo/
LOCATION:SC State Fairgrounds\, 1200 Rosewood Drive\, Columbia\, SC\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T110000
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DTSTAMP:20260605T063533
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SUMMARY:Food Truck Friday!
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” 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” 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”]August 1 \n\nBrown Bag Deli\nDucey’s BBQ & Thingz\nManjal’s Filipino\nSnacks & Things\nKing one Ice Cream\n\n  \nAugust 8 \n\nCalabash Caribbean Grill\nLa Dolce Vita Pizza\nMamas Taste of the World\nWISE SQUEEZED LEMONADE\n\n  \nAugust 15 \n\nKing Kone Ice Cream\nRight Way Wings & Things\nFishers of Men (P-Nuts)\nSmoke It Up\nSpicy Voo-Doo\n\n  \nAugust 22 \n\nLobster Dogs\nLunch Box\nMaurice’s BBQ\nSmok’in Pot\n\n  \nAugust 29 \n\nGranny’s Caribbean Cuisine & Catering\nRight Way Wings & Things\nKurt’s Kitchen\nBessie’s Bites\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://columbiasc.gov/event/food-truck-friday-33/2025-08-15/
LOCATION:2300 Bull Street (REI Co-op parking lot at BullStreet\, corner of Bull and Colonial)\, 2300 Bull Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
CATEGORIES:City of Columbia Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T100000
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UID:10004200-1755165600-1755172800@columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Mastering Social Media for Business Growth
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” 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” 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”]The City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities Presents: \nMastering Social Media for Business Growth Workshop \nSpeaker: Ken Walker\, Social Media Expert \nThis 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. \nRegister for the Workshop HERE! \nThis 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. \nAt the end of this workshop\, attendees will learn: \n\nHow to plan a month of content in one day\nCamera etiquette & how to film yourself\nHow to grow on social media\nHow to use analytics to drive results\n\nFor more information\, contact Kalenna Ginyard\, OBO Program Compliance Specialist at (803) 545-3950 or email our office at OBO@columbiasc.gov[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][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” 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” 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”][image_with_animation image_url=”780167″ image_size=”full” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”None” animation_movement_type=”transform_y” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://columbiasc.gov/event/mastering-social-media-for-business-growth/
LOCATION:Busby Community Center\, 1735 Busby St\, Columbia\, 29203\, United States
CATEGORIES:City of Columbia Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250808T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250808T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T063533
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SUMMARY:Food Truck Friday!
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” 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” 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”]August 1 \n\nBrown Bag Deli\nDucey’s BBQ & Thingz\nManjal’s Filipino\nSnacks & Things\nKing one Ice Cream\n\n  \nAugust 8 \n\nCalabash Caribbean Grill\nLa Dolce Vita Pizza\nMamas Taste of the World\nWISE SQUEEZED LEMONADE\n\n  \nAugust 15 \n\nKing Kone Ice Cream\nRight Way Wings & Things\nFishers of Men (P-Nuts)\nSmoke It Up\nSpicy Voo-Doo\n\n  \nAugust 22 \n\nLobster Dogs\nLunch Box\nMaurice’s BBQ\nSmok’in Pot\n\n  \nAugust 29 \n\nGranny’s Caribbean Cuisine & Catering\nRight Way Wings & Things\nKurt’s Kitchen\nBessie’s Bites\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://columbiasc.gov/event/food-truck-friday-33/2025-08-08/
LOCATION:2300 Bull Street (REI Co-op parking lot at BullStreet\, corner of Bull and Colonial)\, 2300 Bull Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
CATEGORIES:City of Columbia Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T150000
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UID:10004215-1754046000-1754060400@columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Food Truck Friday!
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” 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” 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”]August 1 \n\nBrown Bag Deli\nDucey’s BBQ & Thingz\nManjal’s Filipino\nSnacks & Things\nKing one Ice Cream\n\n  \nAugust 8 \n\nCalabash Caribbean Grill\nLa Dolce Vita Pizza\nMamas Taste of the World\nWISE SQUEEZED LEMONADE\n\n  \nAugust 15 \n\nKing Kone Ice Cream\nRight Way Wings & Things\nFishers of Men (P-Nuts)\nSmoke It Up\nSpicy Voo-Doo\n\n  \nAugust 22 \n\nLobster Dogs\nLunch Box\nMaurice’s BBQ\nSmok’in Pot\n\n  \nAugust 29 \n\nGranny’s Caribbean Cuisine & Catering\nRight Way Wings & Things\nKurt’s Kitchen\nBessie’s Bites\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://columbiasc.gov/event/food-truck-friday-33/2025-08-01/
LOCATION:2300 Bull Street (REI Co-op parking lot at BullStreet\, corner of Bull and Colonial)\, 2300 Bull Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
CATEGORIES:City of Columbia Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250627T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250627T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T063533
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T144706Z
UID:10004085-1751022000-1751036400@columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Food Truck Friday!
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” 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” 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”]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! \nCheck out the line up for June’s food trucks: \nJune 6\, 2025: \n\n\nCindy’s Cakes & Catering\nKurt’s Kitchen\nThe Haute’ Dog Lady\nWise’s Fish & Fries\n\nJune 13\, 2025: \n\nLobster Dogs\nPurposely Made Sweets\nRight Way Wings & Things\nSmoke IT UP\n\n\nJune 20\, 2025: \n\nBrown Bag Deli\nCalabash Caribbean Grill\nFishers of Men (Boiled P-nuts)\nTacos Oink Oink\n\nJune 27\, 2025: \n\nBessie’s Bites\nFishers of Men\nMaurice’s Catering\nSmok’in Pot\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://columbiasc.gov/event/food-truck-friday-32/2025-06-27/
LOCATION:2300 Bull Street (REI Co-op parking lot at BullStreet\, corner of Bull and Colonial)\, 2300 Bull Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
CATEGORIES:City of Columbia Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T063533
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T144706Z
UID:10004084-1750417200-1750431600@columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Food Truck Friday!
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URL:https://columbiasc.gov/event/food-truck-friday-32/2025-06-20/
LOCATION:2300 Bull Street (REI Co-op parking lot at BullStreet\, corner of Bull and Colonial)\, 2300 Bull Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
CATEGORIES:City of Columbia Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T063533
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T182311Z
UID:10004159-1750269600-1750276800@columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Juneteenth Small Business Workshop + Panel Discussion
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” 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” 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”]On Wednesday\, June 18\, 2025\, from 6:00pm – 8:00 pm\, join us at the Busby Street Community Center for an inspiring and informative evening dedicated to Black economic empowerment. \nHosted by the City of Columbia\, this workshop will highlight practical steps to launch\, sustain\, and grow small businesses in our communities. In the spirit of Juneteenth\, we’re talking self-determination\, group economics\, and building legacy through entrepreneurship. Let’s turn vision into victory! \nPlease register here: https://www.juneteenthfreedomfest.com/event-details/juneteenth-small-business-workshop[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://columbiasc.gov/event/juneteenth-small-business-workshop-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:Busby Community Center\, 1735 Busby St\, Columbia\, 29203\, United States
CATEGORIES:City of Columbia Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250613T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250613T150000
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UID:10004083-1749812400-1749826800@columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Food Truck Friday!
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” 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” 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”]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! \nCheck out the line up for June’s food trucks: \nJune 6\, 2025: \n\n\nCindy’s Cakes & Catering\nKurt’s Kitchen\nThe Haute’ Dog Lady\nWise’s Fish & Fries\n\nJune 13\, 2025: \n\nLobster Dogs\nPurposely Made Sweets\nRight Way Wings & Things\nSmoke IT UP\n\n\nJune 20\, 2025: \n\nBrown Bag Deli\nCalabash Caribbean Grill\nFishers of Men (Boiled P-nuts)\nTacos Oink Oink\n\nJune 27\, 2025: \n\nBessie’s Bites\nFishers of Men\nMaurice’s Catering\nSmok’in Pot\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://columbiasc.gov/event/food-truck-friday-32/2025-06-13/
LOCATION:2300 Bull Street (REI Co-op parking lot at BullStreet\, corner of Bull and Colonial)\, 2300 Bull Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
CATEGORIES:City of Columbia Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T063533
CREATED:20250529T144706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T144706Z
UID:10004082-1749207600-1749222000@columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Food Truck Friday!
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” 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” 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”]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! \nCheck out the line up for June’s food trucks: \nJune 6\, 2025: \n\n\nCindy’s Cakes & Catering\nKurt’s Kitchen\nThe Haute’ Dog Lady\nWise’s Fish & Fries\n\nJune 13\, 2025: \n\nLobster Dogs\nPurposely Made Sweets\nRight Way Wings & Things\nSmoke IT UP\n\n\nJune 20\, 2025: \n\nBrown Bag Deli\nCalabash Caribbean Grill\nFishers of Men (Boiled P-nuts)\nTacos Oink Oink\n\nJune 27\, 2025: \n\nBessie’s Bites\nFishers of Men\nMaurice’s Catering\nSmok’in Pot\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://columbiasc.gov/event/food-truck-friday-32/2025-06-06/
LOCATION:2300 Bull Street (REI Co-op parking lot at BullStreet\, corner of Bull and Colonial)\, 2300 Bull Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
CATEGORIES:City of Columbia Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T063533
CREATED:20250501T204841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T204841Z
UID:10004032-1748602800-1748617200@columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Food Truck Friday!
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” 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” 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”]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! \nCheck out the line up for February’s food trucks: \nMay 2\, 2025: \n\n\nKurt’s Kitchen\nSmok’in Pot\nSnacks & Things\nWise-Lemonade\n\nMay 9\, 2025: \n\nLunch Box\nMahjal’s Filipino\nMamas Taste of the World\nPetite Sweets Bakeshop\n\n\nMay 16\, 2025: \n\nLobster Dogs\nSmoke It Up\nWise’s Fish & Fries\n\nMay 30\, 2025: \n\nBrown Bag Deli\nLa Dolce Vita Pizza\nMahjal’s Filipino\nThe Haute Dog Lady\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://columbiasc.gov/event/food-truck-friday-31/2025-05-30/
LOCATION:2300 Bull Street (REI Co-op parking lot at BullStreet\, corner of Bull and Colonial)\, 2300 Bull Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T063533
CREATED:20250501T204841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T204841Z
UID:10004031-1747998000-1748012400@columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Food Truck Friday!
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” 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” 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”]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! \nCheck out the line up for February’s food trucks: \nMay 2\, 2025: \n\n\nKurt’s Kitchen\nSmok’in Pot\nSnacks & Things\nWise-Lemonade\n\nMay 9\, 2025: \n\nLunch Box\nMahjal’s Filipino\nMamas Taste of the World\nPetite Sweets Bakeshop\n\n\nMay 16\, 2025: \n\nLobster Dogs\nSmoke It Up\nWise’s Fish & Fries\n\nMay 30\, 2025: \n\nBrown Bag Deli\nLa Dolce Vita Pizza\nMahjal’s Filipino\nThe Haute Dog Lady\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://columbiasc.gov/event/food-truck-friday-31/2025-05-23/
LOCATION:2300 Bull Street (REI Co-op parking lot at BullStreet\, corner of Bull and Colonial)\, 2300 Bull Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T190000
DTSTAMP:20260605T063533
CREATED:20250501T182522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T210428Z
UID:10004024-1747936800-1747940400@columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Mota Crosslinking Business Academy's 5th Annual SC AAPI
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://columbiasc.gov/event/mota-crosslinking-business-academys-5th-annual-sc-aapi/
LOCATION:Mota Crosslinking Business Academy\, 933 13th Street\, West Columbia\, 29169\, United States
CATEGORIES:City of Columbia Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T063533
CREATED:20250501T204841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T204841Z
UID:10004030-1747393200-1747407600@columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Food Truck Friday!
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” 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” 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”]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! \nCheck out the line up for February’s food trucks: \nMay 2\, 2025: \n\n\nKurt’s Kitchen\nSmok’in Pot\nSnacks & Things\nWise-Lemonade\n\nMay 9\, 2025: \n\nLunch Box\nMahjal’s Filipino\nMamas Taste of the World\nPetite Sweets Bakeshop\n\n\nMay 16\, 2025: \n\nLobster Dogs\nSmoke It Up\nWise’s Fish & Fries\n\nMay 30\, 2025: \n\nBrown Bag Deli\nLa Dolce Vita Pizza\nMahjal’s Filipino\nThe Haute Dog Lady\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://columbiasc.gov/event/food-truck-friday-31/2025-05-16/
LOCATION:2300 Bull Street (REI Co-op parking lot at BullStreet\, corner of Bull and Colonial)\, 2300 Bull Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T063533
CREATED:20250501T204841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T204841Z
UID:10004029-1746788400-1746802800@columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Food Truck Friday!
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” 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” 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”]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! \nCheck out the line up for February’s food trucks: \nMay 2\, 2025: \n\n\nKurt’s Kitchen\nSmok’in Pot\nSnacks & Things\nWise-Lemonade\n\nMay 9\, 2025: \n\nLunch Box\nMahjal’s Filipino\nMamas Taste of the World\nPetite Sweets Bakeshop\n\n\nMay 16\, 2025: \n\nLobster Dogs\nSmoke It Up\nWise’s Fish & Fries\n\nMay 30\, 2025: \n\nBrown Bag Deli\nLa Dolce Vita Pizza\nMahjal’s Filipino\nThe Haute Dog Lady\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://columbiasc.gov/event/food-truck-friday-31/2025-05-09/
LOCATION:2300 Bull Street (REI Co-op parking lot at BullStreet\, corner of Bull and Colonial)\, 2300 Bull Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T220000
DTSTAMP:20260605T063533
CREATED:20250501T182424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T201443Z
UID:10004023-1746781200-1746828000@columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:(SOLD OUT) 12th Annual Small Business Week Conference
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” 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” 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”]The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities is hosting the City of Columbia’s 12th Annual Small Business Week Conference. During this year’s conference we will provide information and resources to small businesses and entrepreneurs with a vendor showcase and breakout sessions from local subject matter experts. In addition to the conference\, the U.S. Small Business Administration will host an awards ceremony and match making sessions for those attending. \nThis year’s keynote speaker is Major General Daryl Hood\, Commander of the Army Training Center and Fort Jackson and TV and radio personality\, Cynthia Hardy will serve as our Mistress of Ceremony! \nRegistration is now open at https://sbwc2025.eventbrite.com. Early bird tickets are now on sale for $25 until April 24th. After the 24th\, the price will increase to $35.00.  For any questions regarding the conference\, please contact Kalenna Ginyard\, OBO Program Compliance Specialist at (803)545-3960 or send an email to OBO@columbiasc.gov.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://columbiasc.gov/event/12th-annual-small-business-week-conference/
LOCATION:Marriott Columbia\, 1200 Hampton St\, Columbia\, SC\, 29218\, United States
CATEGORIES:City of Columbia Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250505T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250505T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T063533
CREATED:20250501T182000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T182139Z
UID:10004022-1746439200-1746442800@columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Kickoff to Small Business Week Press Conference
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” 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” 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”]The City of Columbia in partnership with the Columbia Chamber of Commerce\, Richland County\, and the Small Business Administration (SBA) are hosting a press conference to kick off National Small Business Week 2025 on Monday\, May 5\, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at Bierkeller Brewing Company\, located at 600 Canalside Street\, Suite 1009. \nMayor Daniel J. Rickenmann\, South Carolina State Senator Russell Ott (District 26)\, Richland County Administrator Leonardo Brown\, President and CEO of Columbia Chamber Carl Blackstone\, and SBA District Director Melissa Lindler will provide remarks.  The City of Columbia and Richland County will also present a proclamation in honor of National Small Business Week 2025. \nNational Small Business Week recognizes the contributions of entrepreneurs and small business owners and celebrates their tenacity.  We invite the community to join us for this event! \nFor more information\, please contact the Office of Business Opportunities at (803) 545-3950 or send an email to OBO@columbiasc.gov.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://columbiasc.gov/event/kickoff-to-small-business-week-press-conference/
LOCATION:Bierkeller\, 600 Canal Side Street Suite 1009
CATEGORIES:City of Columbia Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T130000
DTSTAMP:20260605T063533
CREATED:20250424T191617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T203229Z
UID:10004004-1746187200-1746190800@columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Bodyworks Technologies Grand Opening
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://columbiasc.gov/event/bodyworks-technologies-grand-opening/
LOCATION:919 True Street\, 919 True Street\, Suite E-4\, Columbia\, SC\, 29209\, United States
CATEGORIES:City of Columbia Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T063533
CREATED:20250501T204841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T204841Z
UID:10004028-1746183600-1746198000@columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Food Truck Friday!
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” 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” 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”]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! \nCheck out the line up for February’s food trucks: \nMay 2\, 2025: \n\n\nKurt’s Kitchen\nSmok’in Pot\nSnacks & Things\nWise-Lemonade\n\nMay 9\, 2025: \n\nLunch Box\nMahjal’s Filipino\nMamas Taste of the World\nPetite Sweets Bakeshop\n\n\nMay 16\, 2025: \n\nLobster Dogs\nSmoke It Up\nWise’s Fish & Fries\n\nMay 30\, 2025: \n\nBrown Bag Deli\nLa Dolce Vita Pizza\nMahjal’s Filipino\nThe Haute Dog Lady\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://columbiasc.gov/event/food-truck-friday-31/2025-05-02/
LOCATION:2300 Bull Street (REI Co-op parking lot at BullStreet\, corner of Bull and Colonial)\, 2300 Bull Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250421T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250421T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T063533
CREATED:20250327T144832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T151916Z
UID:10003948-1745258400-1745265600@columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:NxLevel & FastTrac Graduation Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://columbiasc.gov/event/nxlevel-fasttrac-graduation-ceremony-2/
LOCATION:Midlands Technical College Northeast Campus\, 151 Powell Road\, Columbia\, SC\, 29203\, United States
CATEGORIES:City of Columbia Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T063533
CREATED:20250320T152713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T152744Z
UID:10003930-1744369200-1744383600@columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Food Truck Friday!
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” 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” 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”]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! \nCheck out the line up for February’s food trucks: \nApril 4\, 2025: \n\n\nDiamond’s Smokehouse\nGuy’s Hotdogs\nKurt’s Kitchen\nSnacks & Things\n\nApril 11\, 2025: \n\nCindy’s Cakes & Catering\nFishers of Men\nLobster Dogs\nMaurice’s Catering\n\n\nApril 18\, 2025: HOLIDAY (No FTF) \nApril 25\, 2025: CD BLOCK PARTY! \n\nBrown Bag Deli\nGuy’s Hotdogs\nMamas Taste of the World\nTacos Oink Oink\nPetite Sweets Bakeshop\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://columbiasc.gov/event/food-truck-friday-30/2025-04-11/
LOCATION:2300 Bull Street (REI Co-op parking lot at BullStreet\, corner of Bull and Colonial)\, 2300 Bull Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T063533
CREATED:20250224T191423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T195219Z
UID:10003432-1744308000-1744315200@columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:NxLevel For Micro Entrepreneurs
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” 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” 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”]\nThe Office of Business Opportunities is no longer accepting applications for the 2025 NxLevel For Micro Entrepreneurs course.  If you have any questions\, feel free to contact our office at (803) 545-3950 or send an email to OBO@columbiasc.gov.\nNxLevel For Micro Entrepreneurs Course \nThe NxLevel For Micro Entrepreneurs course is training that prepares entrepreneurs to compete\, win\, and survive in the market place. It is designed for businesses with less than five employees. Participants learn how to choose a business idea\, develop a business plan\, develop a marketing plan\, understand market analyses\, explore financing options\, assess risk management\, develop a customer’s service philosophy\, as well as other relevant entrepreneurial skills. \nTo be eligible to participate in the NxLevel For Micro Entrepreneurs course\, participants: \n\nCan reside or have their small business located in Calhoun\, Fairfield\, Kershaw\, Lexington\, Newberry\, Orangeburg\, Richland\, or Saluda counties.\nIn the process of starting a small business or have been in operations for two (2) years or less.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://columbiasc.gov/event/nxlevel-for-micro-entrpreneurs-2/2025-04-10/
LOCATION:Busby Community Center\, 1735 Busby St\, Columbia\, 29203\, United States
CATEGORIES:City of Columbia Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250404T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250404T123000
DTSTAMP:20260605T063533
CREATED:20250327T144555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T144555Z
UID:10003947-1743766200-1743769800@columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:The Prevalent Universe Grand Opening
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://columbiasc.gov/event/the-prevalent-universe-grand-opening/
LOCATION:228 Assembly Street\, 228 Assembly Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
CATEGORIES:City of Columbia Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250404T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250404T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T063533
CREATED:20250320T152713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T152744Z
UID:10003929-1743764400-1743778800@columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Food Truck Friday!
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” 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” 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”]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! \nCheck out the line up for February’s food trucks: \nApril 4\, 2025: \n\n\nDiamond’s Smokehouse\nGuy’s Hotdogs\nKurt’s Kitchen\nSnacks & Things\n\nApril 11\, 2025: \n\nCindy’s Cakes & Catering\nFishers of Men\nLobster Dogs\nMaurice’s Catering\n\n\nApril 18\, 2025: HOLIDAY (No FTF) \nApril 25\, 2025: CD BLOCK PARTY! \n\nBrown Bag Deli\nGuy’s Hotdogs\nMamas Taste of the World\nTacos Oink Oink\nPetite Sweets Bakeshop\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://columbiasc.gov/event/food-truck-friday-30/2025-04-04/
LOCATION:2300 Bull Street (REI Co-op parking lot at BullStreet\, corner of Bull and Colonial)\, 2300 Bull Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250403T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250403T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T063533
CREATED:20250224T191423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T195219Z
UID:10003431-1743703200-1743710400@columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:NxLevel For Micro Entrepreneurs
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” 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” 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”]\nThe Office of Business Opportunities is no longer accepting applications for the 2025 NxLevel For Micro Entrepreneurs course.  If you have any questions\, feel free to contact our office at (803) 545-3950 or send an email to OBO@columbiasc.gov.\nNxLevel For Micro Entrepreneurs Course \nThe NxLevel For Micro Entrepreneurs course is training that prepares entrepreneurs to compete\, win\, and survive in the market place. It is designed for businesses with less than five employees. Participants learn how to choose a business idea\, develop a business plan\, develop a marketing plan\, understand market analyses\, explore financing options\, assess risk management\, develop a customer’s service philosophy\, as well as other relevant entrepreneurial skills. \nTo be eligible to participate in the NxLevel For Micro Entrepreneurs course\, participants: \n\nCan reside or have their small business located in Calhoun\, Fairfield\, Kershaw\, Lexington\, Newberry\, Orangeburg\, Richland\, or Saluda counties.\nIn the process of starting a small business or have been in operations for two (2) years or less.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://columbiasc.gov/event/nxlevel-for-micro-entrpreneurs-2/2025-04-03/
LOCATION:Busby Community Center\, 1735 Busby St\, Columbia\, 29203\, United States
CATEGORIES:City of Columbia Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T210000
DTSTAMP:20260605T063533
CREATED:20250130T152347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T191556Z
UID:10003488-1743530400-1743541200@columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:FastTrac Growth Venture
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” 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” 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”]\nThe 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.\nFastTrac 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. \nThis 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. \nTo be eligible to participate in the FastTrac Growth Venture course\, participants must: \n\nHave a small business located in Calhoun\, Fairfield\, Kershaw\, Lexington\, Newberry\, Orangeburg\, Richland\, or Saluda counties.\nHave a business plan or must be in operations for more than five (5) years.\n\nBe one of the lucky few selected for this course and join the many who have successfully risen to the challenge.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://columbiasc.gov/event/fasttrac-growth-venture-6/2025-04-01/
LOCATION:Midlands Technical College Northeast Campus\, 151 Powell Road\, Columbia\, SC\, 29203\, United States
CATEGORIES:City of Columbia Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T063533
CREATED:20250224T202339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T204057Z
UID:10003817-1743159600-1743174000@columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Food Truck Friday!
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” 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” 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”][image_with_animation image_url=”777840″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”None” animation_movement_type=”transform_y” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][/vc_column][/vc_row][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” 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” 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”]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! \nCheck out the line up for February’s food trucks: \nMarch 7\, 2025: \n\n\nLunch Box\nMamas Taste of the World\nMoma Kno’z Butter Bites\nWise’s Fish & Fries\n\nMarch 14\, 2025: \n\nBrown Bag Deli\nDiamond’s Smokehouse BBQ\nFishers of Men\nKurt’s Kitchen\n\n\nMarch 21\, 2025: The Blood Connection Mobile Blood Drive Unit will be parked alongside the food trucks\, so come out\, grab lunch\, and give blood to help save a life! \n\nFresh Pours & Mo’\nSmoke It Up\nSnacks & Things\nTacos Oink Oink\n\nMarch 28\, 2025: \n\nDiamond’s Smokehouse BBQ\nKurt’s Kitchen\nLunch Box\nPurposely Made Sweets\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://columbiasc.gov/event/food-truck-friday-29/2025-03-28/
LOCATION:2300 Bull Street (REI Co-op parking lot at BullStreet\, corner of Bull and Colonial)\, 2300 Bull Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T063533
CREATED:20250224T191423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T195219Z
UID:10003430-1743098400-1743105600@columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:NxLevel For Micro Entrepreneurs
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” 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” 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”]\nThe Office of Business Opportunities is no longer accepting applications for the 2025 NxLevel For Micro Entrepreneurs course.  If you have any questions\, feel free to contact our office at (803) 545-3950 or send an email to OBO@columbiasc.gov.\nNxLevel For Micro Entrepreneurs Course \nThe NxLevel For Micro Entrepreneurs course is training that prepares entrepreneurs to compete\, win\, and survive in the market place. It is designed for businesses with less than five employees. Participants learn how to choose a business idea\, develop a business plan\, develop a marketing plan\, understand market analyses\, explore financing options\, assess risk management\, develop a customer’s service philosophy\, as well as other relevant entrepreneurial skills. \nTo be eligible to participate in the NxLevel For Micro Entrepreneurs course\, participants: \n\nCan reside or have their small business located in Calhoun\, Fairfield\, Kershaw\, Lexington\, Newberry\, Orangeburg\, Richland\, or Saluda counties.\nIn the process of starting a small business or have been in operations for two (2) years or less.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://columbiasc.gov/event/nxlevel-for-micro-entrpreneurs-2/2025-03-27/
LOCATION:Busby Community Center\, 1735 Busby St\, Columbia\, 29203\, United States
CATEGORIES:City of Columbia Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T210000
DTSTAMP:20260605T063533
CREATED:20250130T152347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T191556Z
UID:10003487-1742925600-1742936400@columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:FastTrac Growth Venture
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” 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” 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”]\nThe 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.\nFastTrac 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. \nThis 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. \nTo be eligible to participate in the FastTrac Growth Venture course\, participants must: \n\nHave a small business located in Calhoun\, Fairfield\, Kershaw\, Lexington\, Newberry\, Orangeburg\, Richland\, or Saluda counties.\nHave a business plan or must be in operations for more than five (5) years.\n\nBe one of the lucky few selected for this course and join the many who have successfully risen to the challenge.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://columbiasc.gov/event/fasttrac-growth-venture-6/2025-03-25/
LOCATION:Midlands Technical College Northeast Campus\, 151 Powell Road\, Columbia\, SC\, 29203\, United States
CATEGORIES:City of Columbia Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T063533
CREATED:20250220T175049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T175049Z
UID:10003810-1742551200-1742569200@columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Food Truck Friday and Blood Drive!
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” 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” 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”]On Friday\, March 21\, 2025\, the Office of Business Opportunities will partner with The Blood Connection to host a mobile blood drive unit alongside the food trucks that set up every Friday in the REI Co-op parking lot. \nWith the convenience of a mobile blood drive unit next to the food trucks\, it’s a perfect opportunity to take a lunch break\, treat yourself to delicious food\, and possibly save 3 lives by donating blood! \nHelp encourage people to come out to the Blood Drive & Food Truck Friday\, and become a lifesaver (and enjoy some amazing food while they’re at it)! This is a great opportunity to bring the community together while supporting a vital cause.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][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” 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” 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”][image_with_animation image_url=”777798″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”None” animation_movement_type=”transform_y” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://columbiasc.gov/event/food-truck-friday-and-blood-drive/
LOCATION:2300 Bull Street (REI Co-op parking lot at BullStreet\, corner of Bull and Colonial)\, 2300 Bull Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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