Discover Columbia Fall 2012

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Welcome to the

Fall/Holiday Issue!What a fabulous time of year here in central

South Carolina! September brings together

school chums, football fans, an occasional

cool breeze and wonderful outdoor events

like the annual Italian Festival (p. 55).

Festivals and fairs make every weekend in

October something special, and Hayrides,

Hauntings, Tricks, Treats and Trunks will

keep the kiddies delighted (p. 56)! And then

the exciting and glorious holidays of

November and December arrive! We love

to celebrate here in the Midlands... we had

to expand our events calendar this year!

Throughout Discover Columbia, you'll find

everything good, happy and fun about

Greater Columbia! You're going to love it!

Kathy Gardener, Publisher

[email protected]

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Holiday Dining Guide p. 8Arts & History p. 14For Kids p. 24 Love of Learning p. 26Moving to Greater Columbia p. 28-Maps p. 31-33Shopping p. 36Holiday Gift Guide p. 38The Great Outdoors p. 42Events p. 46Happy Healthy Columbia p. 60-63

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Kathy Gardener, PublisherCarmen Rhone, Graphic DesignTina Jeffcoat, DistributionRachel Manuszak, Research

This content celebrates everything good, happy, and fun about the GreaterColumbia area. We gather information from sources we deem reliable, howeverwe urge readers to check with the business or organization to confirm dates,times, and locations. A digital copy of this magazine is available on our website,www.hugerstreet.com, where all website links are active. That’s an easy andsuper-convenient way to verify information at the source.

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Columbo'sThe Doubletree Hotel, situated in the heart of GreaterColumbia at I-20 and Bush River Road, has recentlyundergone a multi-million dollar renovation and is themost elegant hotel in suburban Columbia.Columbo's, its casually classy restaurant, is afavorite of locals as well as hotel guests, with anemphasis on Southern cuisine, including dailyspecials. Shrimp and Grits, Carolina Crab Cakes andPulled Pork BBQ are popular as well as char-grilledsteaks, salmon and unique pasta entrees. Columbo's chic

bar/lounge area offers a relaxing spot for conversation, and a weekday happy hour with drink specials - try theirhomemade potato chips! Ad - Inside Front Cover.

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Jillian'sIt's not all fun, games and great music at Jillian's inthe Vista (although we love it for those things!) Jillian's

has a culinary side too. Try their Sausage & ChickenPasta, featuring Andouille Sausage, served with their

"crispy on the outside, soft and chewy on the inside"grilled flatbread. Bet you didn't know that Jillian's bakestheir own bread and pizza dough! They feature a huge

selection of beer, including Thomas Creek IPA, brewedright up the road in Greenville, SC. Lunch and dinner.

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Inakaya & TSUBAKIWalking through the doors of Inakaya is like walking

into a neighborhood restaurant in Tokyo. The decor isincredibly authentic and the sushi chefs and staff are

very friendly. Inakaya is known for fresh sushi but theirmenu includes traditional Japanese dishes as well - there

is something for everyone. Sashimi omakase is aspecialty (pictured) and serves 4 people. After dining at

the O'Neill Court location, step next door to Tsubaki,Columbia's only true karaoke bar! 803-699-2626

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Ruth’s ChrisBesides being known for the best sizzling steaks on theplanet, Ruth's Chris' entree accompaniments are just asmemorable. This autumn, treat yourself to their SweetPotato Casserole featuring a pecan crust - incrediblydelicious! Although their signature steaks are thestars of the menu, think of Ruth's Chris whenyou want lobster, lamb chops, chicken or shrimp, too. Sameamazing quality, from the folks who own the "memorabledining experience". Ruth's Chris is located inside the Hilton

Columbia Center hotel, close to the State House, the University of South Carolina and next door to the convention center.Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, seven days a week. 803-212-6666. www.ruthschris.com Ad on back cover.

Sato SteakhouseOffering the Japanese version of a dinner show, Sato has

been entertainingColumbia diners for over30 years with the besthibachi chefs in town.Patrons gasp at the

antics of these comicaland talented jugglers asthey watch their dinners

being prepared on asizzling grill. But didyou know that Sato

also employs a dedicatedcreative sushi chef? Thesushi bar is available for seating, or diners can order sushi

to accompany their meals served at the hibachi tables.Located near Fort Jackson. 803-782-1064

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Little Pigs BBQSimply the best smoked turkeys and hams available inGreater Columbia... for family meals or for holiday get-togethers. Easy to slice and serve, ready to eat! Get yourholiday dinner from Little Pigs BBQ on Alpine Roadwhere they smoke their meats until they are tender and fullof that good smokey flavor. Chosen by Southern Livingmagazine as the best barbeque in South Carolina. Lunchbarbeque buffet Wednesday - Sunday; dinner barbeque buffetThursday - Saturday. www.littlepigs.biz 803-788-8238 Adpage 11.

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LIBERTY TAP ROOMThe Freedom Burger features cheddar cheese,applewood smoked bacon, fried egg, pickles, lettuce &tomato... it spells freedom from the ordinary! Allburgers are Certified Angus Beef® served on yourchoice of an onion roll or pretzel roll with freshhomemade chips. Liberty Tap Room is open7 days for lunch and dinner. Opening soon - their 2ndColumbia location on the shores of Lake Murray.Enjoy the same fabulous Liberty Tap Room menu witha view of beautiful Lake Murray. Inside dining andlarge outside decks. www.libertytaproom.com 803-461-4677 Ad page 3.

Hola MexicoManuel Salazar and his family welcome

everyone to theirauthentic Mexicanrestaurant inNortheast Columbia,where the food isfresh and theservice is fast and

super-friendly. A full bar, outdoordining and a sparkling dining roomawait the Hola Mexico customer.They serve Mexican fare like burritosand tacos to truly gourmet Mexicancuisine like Camarones a la Plancha(grilled shrimp) and Carne Asada(ribeye). Open for lunch and dinner.www.holamexico.mx 803-834-3014 Ad page 47.

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Delucca's Italian Grill &PizzeriaNow in his new location with twice asmany tables, unwind with relaxingdinner music and candlelight. TryDelucca's for wonderful entreesincluding the Jumbo Lump Crab Cake,prepared with fresh lump crab meatwith a drizzle of homemade remoulade

sauce,served overwhippedpotatoes,fresh

sauteed vegetables and with a housesalad. Homemade pizza is a specialty.Lunch and dinner. www.deluccas.com803-926-5255 Ad page 11.

OriginalPancakeHousePiping hot and fresh from the oven, theOriginal Pancake House servestheir specialty, Apple Pancakes. Covered

withcinnamonglazedapples ontop, you'llsmilewhen the

server Well known for the best breakfastin town, the Original Pancake House islocated in Forest Acres. Breakfast, lunchand dinner. 803-782-6742originalpancakehousencsc.com Ad page 49.


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Miyo’sBeautiful, healthful food is served at all restaurants within the MGroup - Miyo's, M Vista, M Cafe and M Fresh. With locationsthroughout Greater Columbia, you're always near a a location anda memorable dining experience. Pictured is Crispy Flounder Filetwith mango & sweet chili sauce. Hours vary with each location.Visit www.miyos.com Ad page 51

Pearlz "The original, eclectic little oyster bar". One of the Vista'sbusiest spots, Pearlz Oyster Bar is known for its rawshellfish, local seafood, Lowcountry recipes and regionalfavorites. As part of the Sustainable Seafood Initiative,eating at Pearlz is good for both the palate and the planet.A full-service bar serving the coldest beers and unique,refreshing cocktails, Pearlz has become a favorite happy hourmeeting spot for both locals and visitors alike. Pictured istheir New England Lobster Roll featuring freshly made lobstersalad, a top split bun and house chips. Open 7 days from4pm. 803-661-7741 www.pearlzoysterbar.com Ad page 3.

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MudbonesEnter the Louisiana bayou, where the folks are fineand the food is GAR-ON-TEED delicious!Mudbones serves a variety of Cajun and Creoleinspired dishes with just the right amount of kick.From all-you-can-eat crablegs to cajun boiled crawfishto a host of fresh local seafood entrees, Mudbones'menu is served both for lunch and dinner, seven daysa week. Pictured is Jambalaya Pasta, a jazzy mixtureof shrimp, chicken & spicy sausage, ham, CreoleJambalaya spices and cheese tossed with penne pasta.OOO-WEE! 803-749-3004.www.mudbonesswampshack.com Ad page 21.

Mint JulepNortheast Columbia's favorite little bistro offers some of

the finest Southern cuisine in the Midlands. Startersinclude Fried Green Tomatoes, Pimento Cheese and

Palmetto Fritters and among entrees you'll find SouthernFried Chicken, Steaks, Pasta and Seafood. Pictured istheir Chicken Roulade, a panko crusted chicken breast

stuffed with spinach and sundried tomatoes, and toppedwith a creamy swiss cheese sauce. Join in the fun at theMint Julep bar where people gather to gab, watch

sports and listen to live music. 803-419-7200www.mintjuleprestaurant.com Ad page 9.

Mr. Friendly’sMr. Friendly's is a Five Points institution... everybodyloves it and has for 15 years! Each creative dish ispresented as a work of art as the restaurant celebrates alove of food and its preparation. Pictured is Mr. Friendly'sFamous Bacon-Wrapped Angus Filet Mignon with FrenchQuarter Pimiento Cheese, served with roasted garlic mashedpotatoes and sauteed vegetables. The dining room offersintimate candlelit seating and walls decorated with localoriginal art, and outdoor seating is also available. Lunchand dinner. 803-254-7828 www.mrfriendlys.com. Ad page 13.

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Pancho’sAn exceptional Mexican restaurant near Fort Jackson,Pancho's atmosphere is fun and its food is

authentic. Large painted murals and a "villagecourtyard" design give this establishment a unique

niche... good food inspired by the best dishes south ofthe border as well as a Mexican village ambiance. A

large full bar serves the area's best margaritas. Open forlunch and dinner seven days. 803-738-9511.

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The latest culinary addition to downtown Main Street isChelsea’s restaurant, located across from City Hall.This upscale bistro specializes in seafood, but offers fabulous

steak and chicken entrees as well. The pastry chef creates allher desserts from scratch. including Sweet Caroline’s Peanut

Butter Pie, featuring a homemade graham cracker crust,chocolate ganache and spanish peanut topping - truly

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Doubletree’s New Year’s Eve GalaDoubletree Hotel by Hilton is offering an incredible NewYear’s Eve package to ring in 2013! Check in early to oneof their sophisticated newly furnished guest rooms. Thenhead to Columbo’s lounge for pre-holiday specials beginningat 5pm. Enjoy one of your complimentary cocktails... getready for the big night ahead! Remember... you won’thave to drive home! Beginning at 7:30pm, you’ll enjoy acruise-style grand buffet featuring stations for freshseafood, carved beef, sizzling stir fry, shrimp & grits, plussalads, special side dishes and holiday favorites! Enjoy anincredible flaming dessert station! Dance the night awaywith Bill Tolbert & the BTU’s, enjoy party hats & favorsand a champagne toast at midnight! Finally head to yourspacious guest room, snooze in the next morning, and thenget up to a made-to-order special breakfast. Late check-out too! $229 per couple inclusive!Ad page 2


The Columbia Museum of Art is a cultural gemlocated on Main and Hampton Streets indowntown Columbia. The museum is acaptivating architectural conversion,transformed from an urban department storeinto a sleek and airy, light-filled space with 25galleries. The permanent collection includesworld-class examples of the Italian Renaissance,Baroque Art, Impressionism, and Modern Art.The museum recently opened Modern &

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Sally Mann and Edward Ruscha. This fall, the museum proudlypresents Mark Rothko, The Decisive Decade 1940-1950: FromSeptember 14, 2012-January 6, 2013, you can view one of the

20th century’s most influential and world-renowned artists, Mark Rothko. Classified as anabstract expressionist, he rejected such labels.The first significant exhibition of his works inthe state, this showing features almost 40increasingly surrealistic and abstract works.“Automatic drawing” (meant to represent theenergy of things felt rather than the reality ofthings seen) and the influence of such writersand thinkers as Sigmund Freud, FriedrichNietzsche, and T. S. Eliot are all visible influencesin this collection. Open Tuesday-Friday 11 AM-5 PM, first Fridays 11 AM-8 PM, Saturdays 10AM-5 PM, and Sundays noon-5 PM. ClosedMondays and major holidays. Admissioncharged. 1515 Main Street. 803-799-2810.www.columbiamuseum.org

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Get Inspired! SeeWorks of Art at: McMaster Gallery at USC1615 Senate Street803-777-4236artsandsciences.sc.edu/art/mcmaster_gallery

Goodall Gallery atColumbia College1301 Columbia College Dr803-786-3899www.columbiasc.edu

South Carolina StateMuseum301 Gervais Street803-898-4921southcarolinastatemuseum.org

701 Center forContemporary Art701 Whaley Street803-779-4571www.701cca.org

Tapps Art Center1644 Main Street803-988-0013www.tappsartscenter.com

Village Artists at Villageat Sandhill631 Promenade Place803-699-8886www.thevillageartists.com

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For almost 30 years, Pearl Fryar has been rescuing “throwaway”plants from compost piles at local nurseries and transforming theminto living sculpture. Now internationally recognized for its artistryand contribution, the garden boasts more than 300 plantscomplimented by “junk art” scattered throughout the garden. Mr.Fryar’s personal determination has inspired hundreds of thousandsof visitors since he began planting. He said in 1993, “I like to let peoplesee what they want to in my plants. The creativity comes in makinga shape that speaks to me in one way but may say something else toeveryone else.” The garden is open 10 AM-4 PM Tuesday-Saturdayyear-round. Guided tours can be arranged. Admission is free;donations (in part to support local scholarships!) are requested. 145 Broad Acres Road, Bishopville, SC. For more information, [email protected]. www.pearlfryar.com

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danceCarolina Ballet803-771-6303www.carolinaballet.net www.cmfaonline.org e Nutcracker: Nov 23 & 25 at theTownship Auditorium, 1703 Taylor St.

Columbia City Ballet803-799-7605www.columbiacityballet.com Dracula: Ballet with a Bite: Oct 25-27at the Koger Center for the Arts, 1051Greene Street. Educational OutreachProgram: Holiday Celebrations Aroundthe World: Dec 6-7 & 13-14 at theKoger Center. Nutcracker: Dec 8-16 atthe Koger Center.

Columbia Classical Ballet803-252-9112www.columbiaclassicalballet.org La Bayadere: Oct 12 at the KogerCenter for the Arts, 1051 Greene Street.e Nutcracker: Nov 30-Dec 2 at theKoger Center.

USC Dance Company803-777-5636www.cas.sc.edu/dance SC Dance Festival performance: Oct 5at the Koger Center for the Arts, 1051Greene Street, 7:30 PM. Fall Concert: Nov 2-3 at the KogerCenter, 7:30 PM. Student ChoreographyShowcase & Wideman/Davis DanceConcert:Nov 27-30 at Drayton Hall eatre,1214 College Street, 6 PM.

musicColumbia College Department of Music 803-786-3810www.columbiasc.eduOpera Scenes: Nov 12 at the SpearsCenter for the Arts, 1301 ColumbiaCollege Drive, 7:30 PM. Lessons &Carols Choral Concert: Nov 29 atCollege Place United Methodist Church,1801 Colonial Drive, 7:30 PM.Chamber Ensemble Concert: Dec 3 atSpears Center Concert Hall, 7:30 PM.

Lake Murray Symphony803-400-3540www.lmso.org Wine & Waltzes with a Touch of Italy:Sept 28 at e Saluda Shoals Park RiverCenter, 5605 Bush River Road, 6:30-9:30PM. UNEARTH: Oct 7 at Saluda ShoalsPark, 5-6 PM. Sunday Concert I: Nov11 at Harbison eater at Midlands Tech,7300 College Street, Irmo, 3:30-5 PM.

SC Philharmonic803-771-7937www.scphilharmonic.com Masterworks 1, e Killer B’s: Sept 14 atthe Koger Center for the Arts, 1051Greene Street, 7:30 PM. Masterworks 2,Mozart & More: Oct 13 at the KogerCenter, 7:30 PM. Masterworks 3, MadeIn the USA: Nov 9 at the Koger Center,7:30 PM.

USC School of Music803-777-4336www.music.sc.edu/events.html Too many events for complete list. Pleasecheck the website. Columbia Baroque Soloists: Sept 7 atthe School of Music Recital Hall, 813Assembly Street, 7:30 PM.

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Cornelia Freeman Concert Series: Sept9, 16, 23, 30, & Oct 7 at the School ofMusic Recital Hall, 3 PM. USC Symphony Orchestra: Sept 20, Oct16, & Nov 13 at the Koger Center for theArts, 1051 Greene Street, 7:30 PM. Southern Exposure New Music Series:Sept 28 & Oct 26 at the School of MusicRecital Hall, 7:30 PM. USC Gospel Choir: Oct 9 at the Schoolof Music Recital Hall, 7:30 PM & Nov11, location TBD, 3 PM. US Coast Guard Saxaphone Quartet:Oct 22 at the School of Music RecitalHall, 6 PM. Arnold Schoenberg’s melodrama“Pierrot Lunaire”: Oct 26 at the Schoolof Music Recital Hall, 7:30PM.Opera at USC: “Don Giovanni”: Nov2 & 3 at Drayton Hall eatre, 1214College Street, 7:30 PM & Nov 4, 3 PM. Palmetto Concert Band: Nov 18 at theSchool of Music Recital Hall, 4 PM. Carolina Band in Concert: Nov 27 atthe Koger Center, 7:30 PM. An Evening of Chamber Music: Nov 28at School of Music Recital Hall, 7:30PM.

TheatreChapin Community eatre803-240-8544www.chapintheatre.org Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde: Oct 19-Nov 3at Harbison eater at Midlands Tech,7300 College Street, Irmo.

Columbia Children’s eatre803-691-4548www.columbiachildrenstheatre.com 3400 Forest Drive, Forest AcresGoodnight Moon: Sept 21-30. eChristmas Doll: Nov 23-Dec 2.

SC Shakespeare Company803-787-2273www.shakespearesc.orgPride & Prejudice: Oct 17-27 at theFinlay Park Amphitheatre, 930 LaurelStreet, 8 PM. (Tentative.)

eatre South Carolina803-777-4288www.artsandsciences.sc.edu/thea Looking Over the President’s Shoulder:Sept 12-15 at Drayton Hall eatre,1214 College Street. e Importance ofBeing Earnest: Oct 5-13 at Drayton Hall

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The Color PurpleMarch 15-30

Songs for a New WorldMay 10-25

Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?November 9-24

Legally BlondeSeptember 14-29

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eatre. August Snow: Oct 11-14 at Labeatre, 1400 Wheat Street. CompleatFemale Stage Beauty: Nov 9-17 atLongstreet eatre, 1300 Green Street.e Rose Tattoo: Nov 15-18 at Labeatre.

Town eatre803-799-2510www.towntheatre.com 1012 Sumter Streete Music Man: Sept 14-Oct 6. eWinter Wonderettes: Nov 23-Dec 8.

Trustus eatre803-254-9732www.trustus.org 520 Lady Street, Downtown ColumbiaNext to Normal: Sept 7-29. I Am MyOwn Wife: Oct 5-20. Next Fall: Oct 26-Nov 10. [title of show]: Dec 7-Jan 12.

Village Square eatre803-359-1436www.villagesquaretheatre.com 105 Caughman Street, LexingtonForbidden Broadway: Sept 21-Oct 7.Disney’s e Little Mermaid JR.: Nov2-18.

Workshop eatre of SC803-799-6551www.workshoptheatre.com 1136 Bull StreetLegally Blonde: e Musical: September 14-29. Sorority star ElleWoods doesn't take"no" for an answer.So when herboyfriend dumpsher for someone"serious," Elle puts down the credit card,hits the books, and sets out to go whereno Delta Nu has gone before: HarvardLaw. Along the way, Elle proves thatbeing true to yourself never goes out ofstyle.

Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?:November 9-24. Edward Albee's classic is a harrowingdescent into the private lives and painfulsecrets of two couples thrown together foran evening. George is an associateprofessor of history who has turned toalcohol to deal with his vicious wifeMartha, whose appetite for administeringabuse knows no bounds. Invited to thecouple's home for late-night drinks arenew professor Nick and his naive wifeHoney, where over the course of theevening, the polished veneer of the hoststarnishes grotesquely and audiences aretaken through one literate and profanenight in the pathological marriage of twotortured souls.

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The African American Monument, the first of its kind on any of the nation’s state housegrounds, was designed to recapture the rich history of African Americans and theircontributions to the state of South Carolina. Free of charge. Located at Main & GervaisStreets on the east side of the State House.

As one of the original 13 states, the South

Carolina legislature has had a long and

colorful history. Tour the current South

Carolina State House where the legislature

has met since 1903. Beautiful architecture,

stained glass, wood carvings, an interior

view of the dome, portrait paintings of

historical figures, House and Senate

chambers and the interesting story of the

building itself are waiting to be discovered.

The building is open Mon-Fri 9AM-5PM.

Tours are available. Free of charge. Located

at Main & Gervais Streets. 803-734-2430.

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Buried under the ancient oaks and magnolias of Trinity Cathedral’s Churchyard are someof South Carolina’s most distinguished governors, bishops, and heroes of theRevolutionary and Civil Wars. Churchyard can be viewed at any time. Free of charge.1100 Sumter Street. 803-771-7300. www.trinitysc.org

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Follow the people, places, and progress of Columbia over three centuries within fivedowntown Historic Columbia Foundation sites, including house museums open forguided tours Tuesday-Sunday. Discover how communities are connected throughhistory with a series of self-guided walking tours, web-based tours, even an app!Admission charged. 1616 Blanding Street. 803-252-7742. www.historiccolumbia.org


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The US Army Basic Combat TrainingMuseum on Fort Jackson details theprogress of US Army training since then-Camp Jackson opened in 1917. OpenMon-Fri 9AM-4PM, closed weekends andfederal holidays. Free of charge. Building4442, Jackson Boulevard, Fort Jackson.803-751-7419. www.jackson.army.mil

For over a century, the South CarolinaConfederate Relic Room and MilitaryMuseum has collected and preserved themilitary history of this state. Columbia’soldest museum presents the state’s martialtradition from the Revolutionary War totoday’s War on Terror. Visitors explore themilitary campaigns in which SouthCarolinian soldiers have participated overthe past 300+ years! Bold Banners: EarlyCivil War Flags of South Carolina displayssome of the earliest flags representing unitsfrom across South Carolina. Approximately13 flags, some recently conserved and neverbefore seen on display, are on exhibit untilSeptember 29, 2012. See the Civil War jumpoff the screen in Civil War in 3D, themuseum’s latest exhibit, now through June2, 2013. Conflict Zone (photography exhibitcovering the wars in Afghanistan and Irag):Nov 9, 2012-Feb 23, 2013. Admissioncharged. Open Tues-Sat 10AM-5PM and thefirst Sun evey month 1-5PM. 301 GervaisStreet (State Museum Building). 803-737-8095. www.crr.sc.gov

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The South Carolina State Museum features

four large floors filled with fascinating

exhibits, many of them hands-on, telling

the story of South Carolina through the

disciplines of art, history, natural history,

and science/technology. One of a series of

new exhibits marking the observance of

the sesquicentennial of the Civil War is

Naval Warfare on the Coast and Failed

Attempts to Take Charleston. The Life and

Times of Congressman Robert Smalls

details the life of an extraordinary man,

born a slave, who lived to be elected to the

US Congress: through January 2013. The

Lives They Left Behind: Suitcases from a

State Hospital Attic and Bull Street: Life

Behind the Wall explores mental health

and its institutions and patients: Sept 1-

Oct 14. Open Tues-Sat 10 AM-5 PM and

Sun 1-5 PM. Admission charged. 301

Gervais Street. Call 803-898-4921 for more

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The Lexington County Historical Museum almost transports visitors back in time.

Structures and furnishings construct the life of Lexington residents from 1770 through

the Civil War. Exhibits feature locally made artifacts, like handcrafted furniture and

handsewn quilts. Walking Halloween Night Tour & Ghost Stories: Oct 18-19. Call for

times. Christmas Open House with volunteers in period dress to answer questions, even

more open structures, and refreshments: Dec 9, 2-5 PM, FREE. Open Tues-Sat 10 AM-4

PM and Sun 1-4 PM. Admission charged. 231 Fox Street, Lexington. 803-359-8369.

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University of South Carolina and the

Evolution of Scientific Inquiry in the

Natural World. Get Cocky! celebratesathletics at USC and its affect on studentexperiences: Aug 11-Dec 14. The Ultimate

Vacation: Watching Other People Work

imparts the history of factory tours and thedevelopment of corporate relations andconsumer buying: Sept 8-Dec 18. OpenMon-Fri 8:30 AM-5 PM and Sat 11AM-3PM.Free of charge. 816 Bull Street. 803-777-7251. artsandsciences.sc.edu/mcks

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Dec 21 & 21, 2012. Enjoy the decorated halls of thehistoric Robert Mills House and Hampton-PrestonMansion by candlelight on a guided tour. As thesesquicentennial of the Secession approaches, wewill glimpse into the lives of Columbians in 1860.Musical entertainment, children’s activities andinterpretation of the houses will reflect theuncertainty of life in the South from viewpoints ofenslaved workers to those of wealthy planters.Eenjoy carriage rides through the Robert Millshistoric district. Call 803.252.1770, ext. 24

The Governor’s Mansion Complex hashoused the state’s governors since 1868. Atour includes the state dining room, twodrawing rooms, the library, and thesmaller Palmetto Dining Room—allfurnished with period antiques. Twoadditional homes grace this lovely 9-acrecomplex. Governor’s Mansion. Tours freeby reservation all year long. 800 RichlandStreet. Call 803-737-1710 for more info.www.scgovernorsmansion.org

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Fun Park in Columbia serves up great rides, great

food, and great times! Attractions include Mini Golf,

a Road Course, Batting Cage, Laser Tag, Rookie Track,

Drop Zone, Bumper Boats, Fun Slide, a Rock Wall, Fun

House, Monaco Slick Track, and an awesome Arcade!

140 Parkridge Drive—take the Harbison Boulevard

Exit (#103) off of I-26 and turn left onto Harbison.

Then, turn left onto Parkridge. Frankie’s is open

Mon-Sat from 10 AM-Midnight & Sunday from Noon-Midnight. They’re open year-round, but

call for specific hours of operation as attractions and times vary. 803-791-2342.

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FOR KIDS Hey Kids! Here’s your chance to become aSouth Carolina State Fair Ambassador ofAgriculture! Ambassadors get specialtreatment at the Fair. They’ll receive theirvery own blue ribbon signifying to otherfairgoers that they are an Ambassador andthey’ll get a special picture taken at the SCDepartment of Agriculture’s exhibit in theCantey Building October 10-21, 2012. To getstarted, log on to www.scstatefair.org andlook for the From Field to Fair icon, follow thedirections, play the games, print and head tothe fair with your completed passport! Bringit to the SC Department of Agriculture’sexhibit in the Cantey Building to be initiatedinto this great program! Find out more andget started at www.scstatefair.org.

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Make sure your tots get the

most out of their holiday

break at the YMCA’s

Holiday Camps!

Days are filled with fun

activities like swimming,

crafts, games, and crazy

challenges. Dates, times

and activities vary by

location. Visit

www.columbiaymca.org. And don’t miss

Breakfast with Santa! The highlight of the

season for many children is whispering their

dearest wish into the kind, assuring ear of jolly old

Saint Nick. This year, don’t just settle for a few

seconds on his lap and a flash among the hurried

masses at a shopping mall. Drop in, have some

breakfast, make some Christmas crafts with your

child, and introduce them to Santa Claus! Call 803-

359-3376 for details and

registration.

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November 3rd: EdVenture Children Museum’s 3rd annualfamily-friendly farm festival, Farmville! Through unique hands-on learning experiences, children will see the concept of farm tomarket to table in action by getting up-close-and-personal with

farm animals, farm machinery, fresh produce, and local farmers whobring us the food that keeps us healthy. Families will discover what

foods and products are raised right here in South Carolina and learn the science behind theagricultural technology of tomorrow. Admission applies. EdVenture Children’s Museum, 211 GervaisStreet. 803-799-3100. www.edventure.org


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Here While Serving our Country?March into any Richland County library location! Military personnel assignedtemporary duty in Richland County can stop by and gain access to more than1.3 million resources including books, e-books, magazines, newspapers, DVDs,video games, CDs, audio-books, electronic databases, and more. Present ID &assignment orders. For info call 803-799-9084 or visit www.myrcpl.com.

Find out more about one of the world’smost-enjoyed hobbies at the annualAMROC Christmas Show, November29 from 4-8 PM and December 1from 10 AM-4 PM for FREE! There willbe two floors of layouts and a yard fullof trains! AMROC can help you learnmore about building, improving, andrunning trains with regular meetingsand work sessions; work on layouts; andattend special events and club trips!Regular meetings are held Thursdays 7-9 PM. Arsenal Hill Park, 1800 LincolnStreet. www.amroc.org

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Moms & Family Expo! Thisevent is all about making life moreenjoyable and less stressful for you duringpregnancy and through motherhood!Learn how to take care of yourself andhave a little fun in the process! There will abook swap, stress relief & kids’ safetyclasses, Mom-preneur classes, Dad’sCorner, give-ways, and much more! Oct.28th. 1-5 PM. Admission charged.Columbia Metropolitan ConventionCenter, 1101 Lincoln Street. 803-238-9315.www.belliesbabesbigkids.com

Passport to Art:Columbia Museum of ArtThis FREE monthly open studio program is

for families and includes creating an art

project together, and then a tour of the

Museum. Noon - 3pm. 803-799-2810Sunday Sept. 9 - Feathery Friends

Sunday Oct. 14 - Spooky Places

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The Art of Clay! This class provides an outlet for the mature adult (over the age of 50) who would like toexplore the world of pottery through a basic 4 week course. The course is designed to provide a brief overview for thestudents. All tools and materials are provided. At the end of this short course students have the option to participate inOpen Studio or take one of the 6 week courses which are offered by the Art Center to further their enjoymjent andunderstanding of the world of clay art. Minimum for class is 3 and maximum is 10. Class registration $50. Meets on

Fridays 1-3 pm. For more informationcontact: Brenda [email protected] or 545-3093.

Celebrate this autumn with the HistoricColumbia Foundation. Their annualScarecrows in the Garden presentshandcrafted scarecrows created by localbusinesses, organizations, individuals andfamilies. From totally wacky to verytraditional, these works of art add a touch ofwhimsy to the Foundation's historic gardens.Opens September 30, 2012. For information,visit www.historiccolumbia.org or call 803-252-7742.

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It’s Good for Kids! With solid

public schools (some ranked best in thestate!) forward-thinking children’sprograms, and excellent private schools,Greater Columbia students achieveimpressive SAT and ACT scores year inand year out. We are home to theUniversity of South Carolina (the state’sflagship university!), Columbia College,Benedict College, and Allen University!

It’s Good For Business! We

are home to the beautiful, state-of-the-artColumbia Metropolitan Airport; a UPS hub;Interstates 26, 20, and 77; are near theport of Charleston; and the MidlandsWorkforce Development Board helps trainand staff companies here. We are a “right-to-work” state.

It’s Good For You! We’re knownstatewide and regionally for ouroutstanding health care facilities. Ninehospitals and the USC School of Medicineare here.

Email me if you need any info. I’m alwaysglad to be of help and direct you to theright place! [email protected]

You’re going to love it!

It’s Warm! It’s sunny! It’s famously

hot! It certainly isn’t cold. The average highin July is 92 (our hottest month!), and ourcoldest month (January) only dips down to55 degrees! We bask in the sunshinemore than 200 days each year and getvery little, if any snow!

It’s Fun! Boating and fishing are fine

on Lake Murray and Lake Wateree. Hiking

is great at Congaree National Park,Harbison State Forest, or on the statewidePalmetto Trail. Throw a stone and you’ll hitone of our great city and county parks. Welove our USC Gamecock baseball (the #1National Champions 2010 and 2011!),football, and basketball games. And,Greater Columbia is at the center of therecreation capital of the universe: SouthCarolina! Hop in your car and, a mere 2hours later, turn up on a seaside beach ora mountain hiking trail!

It’s Sophisticated! As the

cultural hub of our state, Greater Columbiais home to the a world-class art museum;3 ballet companies; the South CarolinaPhilharmonic; the Lake Murray Symphony;jazz, bluegrass, and blues organizations;two wonderful library systems; top-notchtheater and one of the country’s bestzoological and botanical gardens!

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Did you know, Education Weekly’s

national report card, Quality Counts,

ranked South Carolina 15th in the nation

overall; 7th in Standards, Assessments,

& Accountability; and 1st in the teaching

profession! Since 2003, more than 2000

knowledge-based jobs have been created

through our state’s Centers of Economic

Excellence Program and CNBC ranked

ours the sixth best workforce in the

nation based on quality and availability

of workers and workforce training,

according to the SC Department of

Commerce! www.scmindsatwork.com

Columbia city parks are undergoing

major improvements! This year, the

City of Columbia is spending almost

$7 million to upgrade and repair 11 of

our 54 parks, including Earlewood

and Maxcy Gregg Parks. When

completed, Earlewood Park will serve

as Parks & Rec headquarters with a

new community center, an improved

playground, and upgraded tennis

courts. Just over 100 years old, Maxcy

Gregg Park is gaining a new saltwater

pool. ColumbiaParksAndRec.net

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Northwest

This area is comprised of

places like Irmo, St Andrews,

Harbison and Ballentine.

Great schools and

convenience to I-26.

Lexington • Richland

School District Five

Lake Murray

50,000 acre Lake Murray

reaches into four counties and

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Lexington. 8000 homes front

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including beautification and

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Older neighborhoods where

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buildings of modern design for

those looking for an upscale

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Cayce, West Columbia and

Springdale make up this area

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Known for its horse farms, rural

beauty, good schools and

convenience to I-77, Blythewood

is popular with familes and

those seeking an idyllic setting.

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Northeast

This area of the Midlands is

popular with families for its

excellent schools and its

recreational resources. This

area is near Fort Jackson and

military families are fond of this

area.

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East

Charming established

neighborhoods with mature

trees and winding lanes, this is

Columbia’s first suburban area.

Shandon, Forest Acres,

Rosewood and Lake Katherine

are located here. Absolutely

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In Richland One, Reading Rocks! Make plans tojoin Richland One students, parents andemployees for the district’s annual Reading

Rocks! literacy celebration on Saturday,September 29 from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. onthe campus of W.G. Sanders Middle School,3455 Pine Belt Road, Columbia. Events andactivities will include a literacy parade,

authors and other celebrity guests, book giveaways,entertainment and more! Admission is free. For more information, call theRichland One Office of Communications at (803) 231-7504.

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5. Columbia Marionette Theatre

6. Finlay Park

7. First Baptist Church

8. Governor’s Green/SC Governor’s Mansion

9. Granby Park

10. Greater Columbia Chamber of Commerce

19. Robert Mills House

20. SC State Library

21. SC State Museum/Confederate Relic Room

22. Township Auditorium

23. Trinity Episcopal Cathedral

24. Tunnelvision

25. Woodrow Wilson Boyhood Home

26. USC Visitor Center

27. Edventure Children’s Museum

11. Hampton-Preston Mansion

12. Koger Center for the Arts

13. Mann-Simons Cottage

14. Memorial Park

15. McKissick Museum

16. Modjeska-Simpkins House

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Columbia Place: is Northeast Columbia’senclosed mall with over 100 stores andeateries. 7201 Two Notch Road. AnotherReason to Go: Now through Dec 31, 2012,make a care package donation to an active-duty soldier serving overseas. See mall officeor shopcolumbiaplace.com

Columbiana Centre Mall: Located innorthwest Columbia, this enclosed mall isanchored by Belk, Dillards, JC Penney, andSears and features a large food court andscores of specialty stores. 100 ColumbianaCircle. Another Reason to Go: “Family FunDays,” held regularly, offer children 7 andunder a puppet show, a make and take artproject, Kindermusic, story-time, puzzles,and more. FREE. See website for dates:www.columbianacentre.com

Dutch Square Mall: All roads lead toDutch Square, South Carolina’s first andfavorite mall, featuring Belk and BurlingtonCoat Factory, specialty stores, and a 14-screen movie theater. 421 Bush River Road.Another Reason to Go: The John Miranda ArtGallery features the works of local artists,from quirky to traditional. dutchsquare.com

Richland Mall: is in the heart of ForestAcres, near Fort Jackson with Belk, Barnes& Noble, restaurants, and cinema. 3400Forest Drive. Another Reason to Go: TheFarmer's Market is on Wednesdays throughOct 31, 2012 on the Rooftop Parking Deckfrom 3-7 PM.

Trenholm Plaza: is in the heart of ForestAcres, near Fort Jackson with SteinMart,Books-A-Million, Fresh Market, specialtystores, and restaurants. 4840 Forest Drive.Another Reason to Go: The Original PancakeHouse, celebrating over 50 years of the finestingredients, freshest batters, and award-winning recipes!

Village at Sandhill: is NortheastColumbia's 300-acre perfect mix of living,shopping, dining, and entertainment!Charming streetscapes, town center, anddistinctive architecture featuring AcademySports & Outdoors, Old Navy, TJ Maxx,Home Goods, Belk, JC Penney, Books-A-Million, boutiques, and a 16-screen cinema.Another Reason to Go: Enjoy free outdoorconcerts September 7 (Square Roots) andSeptember 21 (Right to Party), fabulousholiday events, and weekend train rides.www.villageatsandhillonline.com/events

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City Center: Downtown shopping ismaking a comeback. Gift shops, an outdoorstore, art galleries, and specialty stores arenew additions to downtown. Another Reasonto Go: Chelsea’s Restaurant, across fromCity Hall. Also downtown’s Mingle &Jingle celebration on December 6, 2012.

Congaree Vista: an eclectic mix ofbusinesses line Gervais Street and its sidestreets, near the heart of the city. Here you’llfind galleries, over 45 restaurants,nightclubs, and shops offering Americancrafts, antiques, and more. Another Reason toGo: Visit Jillian's where you can eat, drinkand play (14 billiard tables, an amazing gamecenter), watch sports, and dance the nightaway with a completely unique experience.www.jilliansofcolumbiasc.com

Devine Street: Upscale shops line DevineStreet in the Shandon neighborhood on theeast side of Columbia, beyond Five Points.Here you’ll find unique retailers offeringapparel and accessories for men, women,and children, as well as furniture, gift ware,and home decor. Another Reason to Go: ADevine Night Out (December 13, 2012) is anextravagant holiday event where 40+ storeswelcome guests from 5-8 PM for an eveningof shopping, socializing and festive cheer.“After Party” follows.

Five Points: near the University of SouthCarolina, Five Points is home to retailshops, restaurants, and nightclubs andappeals to the young crowd with places tobuy hip clothing, art, gourmet foods, wine,and jewelry. Harden and Devine Sreets.

Another Reason to Go: Cellar on Greeneoffers their famous Giant Wine Sale &Tasting every other Saturday from 12-2 PMwith at least 30 wines open for yourenjoyment! www.cellarongreene.com

Lexington's Old Mill: On Main Street inLexington, this historic conversion on a 40acre pond is now home to a mix ofrestaurants, shops, galleries, and more.Another Reason to Go: This building and itslocation are fun to visit to admire therestoration and the picturesque setting.

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The BackpackerRugged outdoorsy type on your list? Head tothe Backpacker to shop for gear, clothing andnifty stocking-stuffers. Pictured is thePatagonia Men’s Synchilla Snap-T Pullover...he’ll look good and feel warm, cozy andloved... a win-win! Ad page 42.

Belladonna’sPeace, love and Belladonna’s. This unique shop offers gift ideas

that help you spread a bit of calm as well as cheer. Picturedis the Heart Centered candle - it reminds us to stop and take

a moment to center ourselves during a busy and hectic workday, holiday season, or daily schedule. Its soft lavender color is

a reminder to seek peace and tranquility in the midst of our fastpaced lives. These candles are made using essential oils with love and

care, in the USA. The candle holder is hand carved soapstone from India,and is in the receiving position. This combination of heart openness and receiving remindsus to be open to the beauty that surrounds us on a daily basis, no matter where we are, howmuch we need to get done, or how hectic our schedules may seem. Ad page 48.

Holiday Gift Guide

CupcakeNeed a hostess gift or a contribution to a pot-luck? Impress everyonewith your good taste with cupcakes from Cupcake in the Vista! Pictured:Salted Caramel Chocolate - Sink your teeth into a moist chocolatechocolate chip cake with smooth caramel cocoa cream cheese icing.The icing is rolled in gold sugars & sea salt. Drizzled with caramel anddark chocolate ganache. A sweet and salty sensation! Ad page 26.

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Carolina HondaStart the adventure of a lifetime on a 2012 HondaCRF50 for only $1540! There’s a good reason Honda’sCRF50F is probably the world’s most popularbeginner bike. A whole bunch of great reasons,actually. First, its bulletproof engine develops thekind of smooth, easy-to-use power first-timers reallyneed. Its three-speed transmission with automaticclutch is newbie-friendly, and its tough suspensionstands up to the use (and abuse!) of first-time riders.The CRF50F has features like an adjustable throttlelimiter so you can tailor the power to your rider’sskills. That kind of thoughtful engineering, long-term overall quality and a whole lot more are whatmake the CRF50F a Honda. Put the biggest smile onsomeone’s face this holiday season! Available atCarolina Honda Powerhouse. Ad page 25.

City Market Antiques

Some folks seem to haveeverything, don’t they? Andwhen we try to come up with auseful gift, we’re totallystumped. Start thinking aboutsomething that will help themremember special times fromthe past - head to City MarketAntiques for a huge collection ofnostalgic and fun gift ideas, fromScooby Doo lunch boxes toShirley Temple dolls; fromantique furniture to babybuggies! Ad page 41.

Southern BeddingSouthern Bedding of Columbia offers theircustomers high quality South Carolina-manufactured mattresses and furniture. CarolinaFurniture Works bedroom set is available in cherryor espresso finish and includes bed, dresser,mirror, chest andnightstand. Pictured:Southern Bedding’s ownPresidential luxury firmmattress with reversible,pillow top. Ad page 37.

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Beautiful whiteteeth... imaginegifting that thisholiday season!

Dr. Charles Flowers isoffering a special on teeth whitening through December 31,2012. He and his knowledgeable staff will create a set of upperand lower molds and provide 2 tubes of whitener... enough tokeep your smiley gift recipient showing off their sparklers formost of the upcoming year! $175. Ad page 60.


Museum ShopThis year, give a unique and memorable gift from the Columbia Museumof Art's world-class collection with affordable reproductions of pricelessartworks: wooden puzzles, posters and postcards, boxed note card sets,note cubes, and more. Or give a gift handcrafted by local artisans withMuseum Shop Originals including wood turned pieces, pine needle baskets,woven scarves, mosaics, mouse pads, pottery, glasswork and jewelry.Check out the Kid’s Room – chocked full of toys, puzzles, kits and booksfor all ages – all designed to nurture a child’s creativity and imagination.Pictured is Grimm’s 12 piece Wooden Rainbow. $81 Ad page 23.

Workshop TheatrePearly Whites!“Let me entertain you!” Give your favoritetheatre-goer a membership to WorkshopTheatre! They’ll enjoy 5 wonderful showsand remember your thoughtfulnessthroughout the theater season. 2012-2013 season: Legally Blonde: The Musical;Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?; BrightonBeach Memoirs; The Color Purple; Songsfor a New World. Memberships: $55 -$80. Or treat them with tickets to aparticular show you know they’ll like!How about for the babysitter whoallowed you to see a show? Ad page 17.

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Here’s the perfect gift for the young couple or loving spouse... a gift card from EthanAllen. Imagine the fun they’ll have choosing something useful, unique and of enduringbeauty for their home. They’ll long remember your thoughtfulness when they admiretheir special chair, table or accessory from Ethan Allen! Play Santa in a big way thisyear with a gift card from Ethan Allen. Ad page 39.

State FarmersMarketThis holiday season, consider gifts that support our local economy! Shop the State Farmers Market for CertifiedSouth Carolina Specialty Food Products that will delight the gourmet cookon your list. Examples: ArtisanFoods’ jams, jellies and preserves;Black Maize salsa; CarolinaPlantation Rice; CharlestonOriginal Sauces; May's UniqueVinaigrette; Mother Shucker'sCocktail Sauce; Palmetto PepperPotions (pictured): Trenholm Venom, Molten Golden, Larynx Lava, DailyRed; Sallie's Greatest: Strawberry-Basil Jam, Peach-Mint Jam, Blueberry-Lavender Jam. Ad page 50.

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Austrian Travel Poster 1930's - Beautifully framed and readyfor hanging. If you have a love of Art Deco, of travel art orEuropean scenery, or someone on your gift list does, thisposter is perfect! Very good condition. 763 Meeting St AntiqueMall. www.763antiquemall.com 803-796-1516 Ad page 40.

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September 28-30: Whether you’re

looking for planters, hanging plants,

vegetable plants, fertilizer, yard art,

or garden decor, the Midlands Fall

Plant & Flower Festival will have just

about everything you could need!

Tennis anyone? The Lexington County Recreationand Aging Commission recently opened its state-of-the-art Cayce Tennis & Fitness Center off 12th StExtension in Cayce. It features include a Stadiumcourt, 7 QuickStart Courts, 23 Regulation Courts,clubhouse and pro shop. Courts and parking lot arelighted, with the facility open some days until 10pm.Open to the public, with 2-hour court rentals from$3 - $5. Call them at 803.227.3030. The LexingtonCounty Tennis Complex on Oak Drive in Lexingtonalso offers play on 21 lighted courts. 803.957.7676.www.lcrac.com/tennis

Whether you’re a novice or a ”seasoned” gardener, you’ll find something

wonderful. Fri-Sat 6 AM-6 PM & Sun Noon-5 PM. Free admission. Held at the

State Farmers Market, 3483 Charleston Hwy, West Columbia. 803-734-2210.

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Calling all gardeners! As you begin (if youhaven’t already!) work on your fall beds,consider Riverbanks Zoo & Garden’swonderful ComPOOst program. 1500pounds of elephant, zebra, and giraffemanure is deposited every day, andcreating compost takes about threemonths. Available year round by the pintor two-gallon container, and by thetruckload at certain times of year (Iguess when the animals are eating a lot!)Check www.comPOOst.org for thosespecifics and more information about thecomPOOst process. Allproceeds benefitconservation atRiverbanks Zoo& Garden.

Exercising pets provides the perfect FUN wayto get out and get moving. Try an outing to oneof these great spots with your four-leggedfriend-and make sure you’re both moving!Barking Lot Dog Park at Saluda Shoals Park isan open, grassy area where dogs can run off-leash: 5605 Bush River Road, 803-731-5208.NOMA Dog Park at Earlewood Park is also anopen, grassy area where dogs must be leashed:11111 Parkside Drive, 803-545-3100. GranbyPark doesn’t have a designated dog park, butwaste bags are provided: 100 Catawba Street,803-545-3100. Sesqui Dog Park atSesquicentennial StatePark is a 2-acre, fencedarea with waste bagsprovided.9564 Two Notch Rd.803-788-2706

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Welcome Fall/Holiday campers! Jellystone Park atRiverbottom Farms is ready for you! Spend a relaxingweekend - they’ll keep the kids (and adults) entertained!Events are for registered campers only, so call 803-568-4182for reservations or visit www.riverbottomfarms.com. Sept21-23: Fall Festival & Chili Cookoff! Chili CookOff & Craft Sale to benefit the SC Autism Society, Pot LuckChili Supper. Sept 28-30 & Oct 5-7: HalloweenNo Scare Weekends! Pumpkin Painting or Ceramics,Trick’r’Treating, Glow Hayride, Flashlight Bone Hunt. Nov22-25: Thanksgiving in the Park! ThanksgivingDinner, Carolina vs. Clemson, Pancake Breakfast to benefitHarvest Hope Food Bank. Dec 29-Jan 1: New YearsCelebration! Hoppity Horse Races, Karaoke New Year’sEve Party, Fireworks over the Ponds

Enjoying the outdoors is always a great idea, but

some activities are more fun, more convenient,

and just plain safer if you’re properly prepared!

For the motivated camper, hiker, and all-around

outdoorsperson, try these “Backpacking 101”

classes from the The Backpacker. How to Pack

Your Pack & Clothing: Layering for Three-Season

Backpacking: Sat, Sept 8 from 8:45-10 AM &

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for sitting in the outdoor shade or outdoor

concerts, and benches and picnic tables.

1249 Lexington Avenue, Irmo. Free.

Sesquicentennial State ParkSituated in the middle of the Sandhills region,

Sesqui features a beautiful 30-acre lake

surrounded by trails and picnic areas.

9564 Two Notch Road. Admission charged.

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OUR RIVERSThe Saluda River and Broad River meet in a

churning rush of rapids, and then combine to

form the Congaree River. Kayaking,

canoeing, walking, biking, and nature

exploration are just a few possibilities for fun

on and along the rivers.

The Broad RiverRiverfront Park and Columbia CanalThe flat, easy-walking, 2 ½-mile Park and

Canal path follows the old towpath of the

Columbia Canal, which was used to tow cargo

barges during the 19th century. Benches for

resting make this the perfect place to relax and

enjoy the Broad River. In the spring, you can

see the rare spider lilies blooming out among

the rocky shoals. 312 Laurel Street Free.

SPECIAL PARKSDreher Island State ParkFish, launch your boat, take a trail walk or

enjoy a picnic under one of the 13 shelters at

this state park, located on the shores of 50,000

acre Lake Murray. Admission charged.

3677 State Park Road, Prosperity, SC.

www.southcarolinaparks.com

Finlay ParkFinlay Park hosts a dramatic waterfall and

stream cascading down landscaped terraces to

the park lake. Relax in porch-style swings or

take a walk/jog/bike around the lake. An

extensive play area is also available for kids.

930 Laurel Street. Free.

Gibson Pond ParkLocated in suburban Lexington, this park is

popular with picnickers and walkers. This 15-

acre, heavily wooded park boasts an easy-to-

follow loop trail, picnic shelters, restrooms,

and a fishing dock.

241 Gibson Road, Lexington. Free.

Irmo Town ParkNorthwest of suburban Irmo, this beautiful

park is situated off Lake Murray Boulevard.

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Harbison State ForestOver sixteen miles of roads and trails weave

through the pine and hardwood forest,

crossing wandering streams and descending

through leafy glades to the Broad River.the

Forest boasts almost twenty miles of trails for

walking, jogging, hiking, and bicycling that

range from moderately easy to difficult. A

landing located near the Broad River provides

access for kayaks and canoes. Located off

Broad River Road in Harbison. Admission.

The Saluda RiverSaluda Shoals ParkSaluda Shoals Park is a premier, natural,

environmentally sensitive riverfront park that

invites visitors to experience the treasures of

the Saluda River through exceptional

educational, recreational and cultural

opportunities. Located along the banks of the

beautiful Saluda River, this 400 acre regional

park offers the following amenities–

• Paved/unpaved trails for hiking, biking and

horseback riding

• River Observation Deck

• Boat Ramp/Canoe/Kayak Launch

• Picnic Shelters

• 11,000-square-foot Environmental

Education Center and Exhibit Hall

• 10,000 square-foot state-of-the-art

conference facility, the River Center

5605 Bush River Road. 803-731-5208.

Admission charged. www.icrc.net

Riverbanks Zoo & GardenThe Botanical Garden’s natural Woodlands

Walk and River Trail leads to historic mill

ruins from the 1800s and offers an unparalleled

view of the Saluda, its rushing waters,

kayakers and interesting wildlife. Enter the

Botanical Garden at 1300 Botanical Parkway

just off US Highway 378 from Interstates 20

and 26 in West Columbia or walk across the

Saluda River footbridge from the

Zoo.

803-779-8717. Admission charged.

www.riverbanks.org

The Congaree RiverWest Columbia Riverwalk & Cayce

Riverwalk and ExtensionEnjoy the tranquil Congaree from the west

side of the river. The Riverwalk offers

beautiful views of the Congaree from its

lighted paved paths, bridges, boardwalks and

overlooks.Restrooms available. Entrances off

State Street Bridge in West Columbia and off

Axtell Drive and State Street in Cayce.

www.riveralliance.org/3rg.html

Congaree National ParkSouth Carolina’s only national park, Congaree

National Park preserves one of the largest and

oldest original hardwood bottomland forests

in the United States. Enjoy some fresh air and

experience hiking and paddling. Ranger-

guided hikes and canoe trips can be reserved,

or take a quiet walk on the 2.5 mile boardwalk

loop. 100 National Park Road Hopkins, SC.

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Granby Park24 acres, river-accessible recreation, off-path

trails for mountain bikes and runners, and

views of the Congaree River from bridges,

boardwalks, overlooks, and a ½ mile of lighted

paths accommodating all levels of physical

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This season is joyous, but there’s no denying it’s hectic.

Between lists of presents, trips to the Post Office,

holiday play dates, and family functions it can seem

there’s hardly time to breathe! Belladonnas Shoppe &

Salon is here to help you relax, re-center, and take care

of you! Try Kundalini Yoga to increase awareness,

character, consciousness, and strength every Thursday

from 7-8:15PM. Guided meditation every first Friday of

the month from 7-8 PM can help you de-stress and

relax! Spiritual Living classes are held on the second

Friday of each month from 7-8 PM. Join the Drum

Circle on the last Saturday of each month from 6-7 PM

to learn about drumming, drum styles, drum care, drum

speak, and even how to meditate while drumming. Delve

into your inner self with Shamanic Journeying Group

classes on the first Wednesday of every month from

6:45-8:15 PM. Call or visit their website for more

information on each class! 612 St. Andrews Road. 803-

765-0450. www.belladonnasgifts.com

unearth is a very unique celebration of thearts. It kicks off on Friday, October 5thwhen the SC Shakespeare Companyperforms. Far from your typical art show,unearth presents its 30+ juried artists onSunday October 7th from 1pm - 5pm alongwoodsy paths at Saluda Shoals Park. Oneturn in the trail may take you to awatercolorist demonstrating hertechniques as she paints the river scenerybefore her. Another jog in the path takesyou to a string quartet set up in the trees,playing Mozart. Walk a bit further and youreach a woodcarver, displaying her waresand explaining her cra. e festival trulylives up to its title, "unearth, a Celebrationof Naturally Inspired Art.” Visitors mayparticipate in various workshops anddemos. At 5pm on Sunday, the LakeMurray Symphony Orchestra performs.Saluda Shoals Park, 5605 Bush River Road.803-731-5208. www.icrc.netunearth!

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October 8-13 Experience Northeast! This week-long event invites allGreater Columbia residents and visitors to experience the sights, bites, fun faces, andcool places in the Northeast. The week begins with a wine, food, and art event attwo of Northeast Columbia’s premier hotels, followed by Sandhills Day in conjunctionwith the local farmers market. Mid-week events include Northeast Nightlife and diNEOut Night. The week finishes off with a family fun night including a kid’s costumecontest and the finale event, Latinos y Mas Community Festival sponsored by Verizon. Various businesses will be hostingindividual events throughout the week with specials, discounts, and deals and various prizes will be given away valued over$1,000. For info visit www.springvalley.patch.com.October13 2nd Annual Latinos y Mas! Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and the diversity of GreaterColumbia communities at this FREE family-friendly multi-cultural event. Enjoy bounce houses, face painting, arts & crafts, alive DJ, cultural dance, international foods, fashion, demonstrations, and much more! Speak to Verizon Wireless about possibleemployment opportunities and learn about the cultural diversity here in Northeast Columbia. 11 AM-4 PM. North SpringsPark, 1320 Clemson Road.

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The SC State Museum

proves oldies can be goodies. TheseSignature Events are back! Fall HeritageFestival & Pickin' Party: Oct 13, 10AM-4 PM. Celebrate our state’sbountiful heritage at this annual event!Classic Southern food, down homeCarolina music, and traditional folk arttalent are available all day withMoonshine and Muscadines that night(for adults only! Regular admission ischarged inside. Winter Fest: Dec 15-Jan1, 2013. Enjoy family fun this holidayseason with crafts, movies, and funactivities for all ages! SC 301 Gervais Street. 803-898-4921.

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South Carolina Arbor Dayis Friday, December 7, 2012Plant a tree this fall or winter! They providecooling shade on hot summer days, give usoxygen to breathe, clean pollutants from theair, provide food and homes for wildlife, andbeautify your property. Fall planting is bestso the roots become established beforeleaves emerge in Spring. What types of treesdo best in Greater Columbia? Keep theMidlands Beautiful suggests 10 trees in itsMidlands Tree Palette, 6 of which are nativeto the South. The chart can be found on theirwebsite: www.keepthemidlandsbeautiful.org,along with many helpful tips and resources.Also, the Urban Tree Care booklet is availablefrom the SC Forestry Commission. Call 803-896-8800 and request a copy. Have a greenthumb? Richland County is currently lookingfor folks to serve on the Richland CountyAppearance Commission. Call 803-576-2080.

Lexington County Solid Waste periodically has shredded wood mulch available for purchase at the Edmund Landfill by

residents, businesses and municipalities. This mulch is well-suited for use around trees and gardens or along water ways, trails,

and erosion control areas. The cost for residents is $10 per load (about 2.8 cubic yards). For businesses and municipalities, the

cost is $20 per ton. Call ahead for availability. 803-755-3325. www.lex-co.com/solidwaste.html

Grinding of the Greens The Grinding of the Greens Christmas tree program runs annually from December 26 through the

second or third week in January. Free Christmas tree mulch made from the recycled trees is made available to the public at a

minimum of two locations in early to mid January. Visit www.keepthemidlandsbeautiful.org or call 803-733-1139

The Carolina Yardstick Workbook Download the Carolina Yardstick Workbook and learn how to create attractive and

healthy yards by working with South Carolina's environment, rather than against it. It covers topics ranging from learning to

put the right plant in the right place and watering efficiently to mulching, composting, recycling grass clippings and yard debris,

and managing yard pests. www.clemson.edu/extension/natural_resources/water/carolina_yards/ or call the Home & Garden

Information Center toll free 1-888-656-9988 (SC residents only) Monday-Friday, 9 AM-1 PM.

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We all love Gamecock football around here, butthat isn’t all USC contributes to Greater Columbia!Of its many community-focused organizations,Sustainable Carolina, is a collaborative organizationof students, faculty, staff, and community memberswhose mission is to educate and transform thecampus and community by promoting collaborativerelationships among students, faculty, staff, andcommunity members for exploring andimplementing the changes required to create asustainable society. At games this fall, look out for“Tailgate Recycling” volunteers at the SustainableCarolina tent. They’ll be passing out (and later re-collecting) recycling bags to encourage recyclingfor tailgate areas! So, stay green and GO ‘COCKS!www.cas.sc.edu/greenquad

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the spectacular Spirit crew put on a number of public

cruises for all to attend! Look out for these seasonal cruises

and details on their website! The Fall Fever cruisecelebrates the beautiful colors of the changing season.

Celebrate this season’s special holidays and events on the

Labor Day, Halloween, Veteran’s Day, and Christmas

Light cruises! The Spirit is also a wonderful venue for

unforgettable private functions. Contact Ken and crew for a

truly one of a kind event!

Call 803-730-3044 or visit www.lakemurraycruises.com!

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On September 21 & 22, the US Army’s Spirit of

America is coming to Columbia! This FREE, live

show depicts our nation’s history through the eyes of

American soldiers through historical reenactments,

music, and precision drill exercises. Using direct

historical accounts as source material, Spirit of

America is a riveting celebration of the strength of

the United States Army and its history. Order tickets

online or by calling the venue. Colonial Life Arena,

801 Lincoln St. 803-576-9200. coloniallifearena.com

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One of the best ways to spend a day in Columbiais at Riverbanks Zoo & Garden!Rated a Top 10 Zoo in the United States and number 4 by TripAdvisor,Riverbanks is home to more than 2,000 animals, with more than 350species originating all over the world! Visit the Kangaroo Walkabout,experience the African Plains, and sneak an exotic peek at Lemur Island!Get even closer with Adventure Tours or brave the Sky-High Safarivertical ropes challenge! Daily park hours 9 AM-5 PM. Admission varies.500 Wildlife Parkway. 803-779-8717.www.riverbanks.org wild things


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September 28 (6-11 PM) & 29 (9 AM-5 PM):The 39th Annual Irmo Okra Strut returns as“the nation’s original celebration of Okra!”Head out to Irmo Town Park and enjoy thistwo day event featuring a street dance(Mustang Sally, all female country and R&Band Rob Crosby, country), parade, arts andcrafts, rides and amusements, petting zoo,and lots of festival food. Attendance for thecelebration is estimated at 55,000 annually.1249 Lexington Avenue, Irmo. 803-331-3875. www.irmookrastrut.com

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For the 12th year in a row, the Carolina Honda

Powerhouse Vets’ Christmas Charity Ride is

helping bring Christmas to veterans at the

Dorn VA Medical Center and two homeless

shelters in Columbia! You don’t have to ride to

participate: You can drive in the parade, donate

gifts, or help distribute them at the medical

center. If you need a donation picked up, Jim

Wertman and his crew are happy to do that!

You can also support the riders with drinks and

snacks during distribution, as many riders

travel a great distance to participate. If you

want to help, YOU CAN! For gift suggestions

and drop-off locations, check out their website.

If you’re riding, meet at the Carolina Honda

Powerhouse Store, 901 Buckner Road. The

Ride departs for the Medical Center at 2 PM,

rain or shine. 803-252-3381. www.vetsride.org

American troops comprise just about 1% of thepopulation. They and their families have chosen todedicate their lives to this great nation. Theorganizations below provide opportunities tosupport the troops and their families. Air Compassion for Veterans helps providetransportation of wounded warriors, veterans, andadversely affected family members to specializedmedical facilities and services when the militarycannot. www.AirCompassionForVeterans.orgAmerica’s VetDogs uses guide and service dogsand innovative technology to help disabledveterans return to life after injury. www.VetDogs.org The Fisher House Foundation provides a “home away from home” for military families to be close toloved ones during hospitalization and treatment. www.FisherHouse.orgOperation Homefront provides emergency financial and other assistance to wounded warrior andservice member families. www.OperationHomefront.netThe PenFed Foundation seeks to prevent medical emergencies of military personnel and families frombecoming financial hardships. www.PentagonFoundation.orgThe USO facilitates countless programs from the “Mobile USO” and “USO in a box” at remote bases togaming systems for deployed troop morale and “Operation Phone Home.” www.USO.orgThe Wounded Warrior Project offers a broad spectrum of programs designed to meet the uniqueneeds of injured service members. www.WoundedWarriorProject.orgTo support our military at Fort Jackson, visit www.fortjacksonmwr.com and contact the DonationsCoordinator at 803-751-3647 or [email protected]. To support ourmilitary at Shaw Air Force Base, visit www.20thfss.com/sponsorship and contact the CommercialSponsorship Coordinator at 803-895-3710 or [email protected]. To support our military atMcEntire Joint National Guard Base, contact the Community Outreach Coordinator at 960-2501.

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This time of year is all about hope,

togetherness, and love. It's a good time to

think about helping those less fortunate. The

Midlands of South Carolina is the birthplace

of phenomenal organizations that effect

change for the good in the lives of many

people, not only here at home, but in places

across the hemisphere.

Haiti Children Project In 2003, Wade

McGuinn traveled to Jeremie, Haiti on a

mission trip, and it was there he discovered

his life’s calling. Since then, Wade has led

many mission trips to Cuba, Honduras,

Vietnam and Mexico. In 2005, while in Haiti,

he was taken to the home of a local man,

Jean Renal Alexander, who was caring for 8

abandoned children in his home while barely

able to care for himself. When Wade

returned home to Lexington, he and his wife

Janet felt inspired to care for these children.

A short time later they founded the

Haiti Children Project. Their first task was to

plan a building to house orphaned children

and provide the opportunity for a better

future for them. In 2010, after 32 months of

construction, dozens of teams, and

donations too many to list, the new HCP

orphanage was completed and the children

moved in during a dedication ceremony.

Today, resources can provide care for 39

children. But this 6,500 sq ft facility can

house up to 100 kids! Additional financial

help is needed to continue to feed and clothe

the children and pay for elementary and

secondary schooling, as there are no free

public schools in Haiti, the poorest country

in the Western Hemisphere. Learn more

about how you can help at

www.haitichildrenproject.org.

phone: (803) 513-0114

e-mail: [email protected]

Home Works of America

In the late 1980's, Hank Chardos of Irmo SC

accompanied his oldest daughter on a

summer mission trip sponsored by the

Methodist Church called Salkehatchie. They

repaired homes for a week in the Santee,

SC, area. He returned from that experience

with amazement at the exuberance and

compassion the teens displayed working in

the hot summer sun. Eventually, Hank

founded an organization with the express

purpose of enabling teens, with the

assistance of adults, to repair homes of the

elderly and the disadvantaged. Teens of all

faiths are welcomed, with prayer as their

binding force. Home Works does both one-

day and week-long sessions and is

established in SC, GA, NC, AL, LA and Peru.

Through 2011, Home Works of America has

repaired over 1600 homes with the help of

almost 30,000 volunteers. October 20,

2012 - One Day Blitz Repairing 20 Homes!

Vist their website for a list of needed items

or to give money donations, 98% of which is

spent directly on the program (named a SC

Secretary of State Angel).

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SEPTEMBER5-9 8th Annual Jazz Under the Stars: Join Skipp “Pops” Pearson and special guests for3 special nights of free jazz performed on the north lawn of the South Carolina State House. 7-9 PM.Free admission. 803-400-1879 www.jazzunderthestars.webs.com

7 Music at Sandhill 2012: Square Roots (acoustic rock) performs in the Town Center Common!Opening act at 6 PM & show at 7 PM. FREE. Two Notch Road & Clemson Road in Northeast Columbia.www.villageatsandhillonline.com

13-16 26th Annual Greek Festival: Keftedes, Spanakopeta, Baklava, oh my! The Greekfestival is back, with food, folk dancing, culture, tours, and more! Browse food and novelty vendors, gaze

upon the brand new Holy Trinity sanctuary, and browse local vendors. Times vary. Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, cornerof Sumter and Calhoun Streets. 803-461-0248. www.columbiasgreekfestival.com

14 Mark Rothko: The Decisive Decade opens! See page 14.

15-30 (weekends) Tour of Homes: This is Home Builders Association of Greater Columbia event is Columbia’slargest open house of new homes, a scattered-site showcasing many different builders and developers. 803-256-6238.www.columbiabuilders.com

16 Blythewood Jazz Festival: Wind down your Sunday with the soothing sounds of Jazz with the BlythewoodJazz Orchestra! 2 PM-Sundown. 1509 Lorick Road, Blythewood. www.townofblythewoodsc.gov

21 Music at Sandhill 2012: Right to Party (beach/party band) performs in the Town Center Common! Openingact at 6 PM & show at 7 PM. FREE. Two Notch Road & Clemson Road in Northeast Columbia. www.villageatsandhillonline.com

21-22 Spirit of America: Enjoy this FREE musical performance by the US Army! See page 50.

27 Ron White’s The Moral Compass Tour: Don’t miss the chance to see this cigar-smoking, scotch-drinking funnyman at the Township Auditorium! Whether it’s immigration, pop stars andcelebrities, American drug policy, women, or booze, “Tater’s” riffs will irritate and rile—but you won’t beable to stop laughing! Show starts at 7 PM. Ticket prices vary. 1703 Taylor Street. 803-576-2350.www.thetownship.org

28 ZOO fari: The wildest event in town, ZOOfari is Riverbank Zoo & Garden’s premier fundraiser.Experience the zoo and its wildlife by twilight, savoring an exquisite dinner and cocktails, and catch yourprey at silent and live auctions. 7 PM. 500 Wildlife Parkway. 803-779-8717. www.riverbanks.org

28 39th Annual Irmo Okra Strut! See page 51.

28-30 Fall Midlands Plant & Flower Festival! See page 42.

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First Thursdays on Main: This organic collection of local businesses has grown from 15 people standing on a sidewalkto gatherings of more than 1000! These monthly gallery crawls celebrate opening night for Main Street galleries, featureperformance acts and even classic car shows, and celebrate a sense of business, prosperity, and community here in GreaterColumbia! 5:30-9 PM. FREE! Find each month’s theme and details at www.firstthursdaysonmain.com! Historic Columbia Robert Mills Historic District Walking Tours: Guests can enjoy the charm of thisdowntown neighborhood as they walk past some of Columbia's oldest remaining homes, observing some of the significantarchitectural features found in the area. Meet at 1616 Blanding Street. 803-252-1770. www.historiccolumbia.org Rhythm on the River: On Friday nights from September 7-October 5, head out to the West Columbia RiverwalkAmphitheater and enjoy a diverse line-up of local and regional performers! Relax and enjoy these FREE community events from6-9 PM. 121 Alexander Road, West Columbia.


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30 Scarecrows in the Garden: Kick off the Historic Columbia Foundation’s Scarecrows in the Garden exhibit with

the Opening Reception! Find out about more Scarecrows events on page 27.

OCTOBER4-6 16th Annual Carolina Downhome Blues Festival: This blues music crawl in downtown Camden willfeature blues artists from around the country! The event is presented by the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County and mostperformances are within walking distance of overnight accommodations and local attractions. Check out the website for thelatest lineup! Ticket prices vary & weekend pass available. 803-425-7676. www.fineartscenter.org

5-6 Rock Around the Clock: This annual downtown Winnsboro festival begins with a parade Friday at 7 PM,followed by a street dance from 8-11 PM. On Saturday, the fun continues from 10 AM-3 PM with live music, children'samusements, food, arts & crafts, exhibits and a classic car and truck show. Downtown Winnsboro. 803-635-4242.www.fairfieldchamber.sc

5-6 Gaston Collards and Barbeque Festival: In its 30th year, this festival celebrates the South’s vegetableof choice. For the second year in a row, a barbecue competition will elevate this into a truly Southern festival. Come celebratethese delicacies with live entertainment, an auction, a parade, crafts, and more! Times vary. 131 North Carlisle Street, Gaston.803-796-7725. www.gastonsc.org

5-7 unearth: A Celebration of Naturally Inspired Art! See page 46.

6 Congaree Bluegrass Festival: Granby Gardens will once again be full of the soundsof nationally known bluegrass performers today, including performances by IIIrd Tyme Out, TheBlue Iguanas, Carolina Rebels, and Easy Pickin’s! Food and beverages will be available. 11 AM-6PM. Free, but cans of non-perishable food will be collected for the Harvest Hope Food Bank. 803-796-9020. www.congareebluegrassfestival.com

10-21 SC State Fair: The enticing smell of corn dogs and candied apples, the whir and whiz of the rides, beautyon display at special flower shows, creativity sparked at home & craft demonstrations, the excitement of a “Famously HotChef Showdown,” the sight of exoctic animals at the children’s petting zoo combine for a quintessential American experienceyou just can’t miss! State Fair Grounds, 1200 Rosewood Drive. 803-799-3387. www.scstatefair.org

12-14 Oktoberfest Columbia: Who doesn’t love beer and schnitzel? Celebrate all things German with The GermanConnection Band, Die Lustigen Musikanten (The Happy Musicians), and bouncy castles for kids! Best of all, authentic Germanbeer and home-cooked German food and pastries will be available for purchase! Times vary. Incarnation Lutheran Church,3005 Devine Street. www.oktoberfestcolumbia.com

13 Fall Heritage Festival & Pickin' Party at the SC State Museum! See page 47. 55©

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295th Annual Italian Festival & Bocce Tournament It isn’t every Saturday you get to see Roman Centurionsin authentic old world soldier attire marching throughthe street of Columbia—just this one! Traditionalfeatures of the festival are back as well, includingauthentic Italian cuisine, desserts, and beverages; an ItalianFresh Market & Auto Exhibit; a Grape Stomping; and evena Trevi Fountain all our own! Back for the second yearwill be the delightful Italian and swing music of RayMassa’s “Euro Rhythms!” New this year, enjoy comedy &juggling wrapped into one act by “The FettuciniBrothers!” 11 AM-10 PM. Main Street, downtownColumbia. 803-772-0164. www.osiacolumbiasc.org

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27 Northwest Pumpkin Run: This great YMCA 5-KRun/Walk is open to runners of all ages and benefits thePartners With Youth Campaign. A Kids Fun Run is open for kidsunder 12, beginning at 8 AM. Registration fees vary. NorthwestFamily YMCA, 1501 Kennerly Road, Irmo. 803-407-8007.www.columbiaymca.org

27 Lexington Oktoberfest: “Oktoberfest” doesn’talways scream “family friendly,” but there’s fun for everyone here!Return to the “German Village” or visit the Lexington FamilyYMCA’s Kids Zone! Best of all? You can keep up-to-date with thescores at Main Street Cafe’s Football Zone! Enjoy authenticGerman food, beer, and music! Noon-10 PM. FREE! Corner ofSouth Lake Drive & Maiden Lane. 803-673-6714.www.lexingtonoktoberfest.com

28 10th Annual Lake Carolina’s Annual Wine& Food Festival: Enjoy an afternoon filled with liveentertainment, chef demonstrations, a silent auction, and more asthe area’s finest chefs and spectacular wineries meet on theVillage Green. Proceeds benefit Children’s Charities of theMidlands. 2-5 PM. Ticket and admission info on website. 100 LakeCarolina Boulevard, Columbia. 803-461-0915.www.lakecarolinawineandfood.com

NOVEMBER2-4 Craftsmen’s Christmas Classic Art & CraftFestival: See why this festival is considered one of the bestin the nation! Check out original designs and work fromhundreds of artists and craftspeople from all over the nation!Many exhibitors will even demonstrate the process by which theycreate these beautiful pieces! Fri (10 AM-9 PM), Sat (10 AM-6PM), & Sun (11 AM-5 PM). Admission charged. SC StateFairgrounds, 1200 Rosewood Drive. 336-282-5550.www.gilmoreshows.com

3 Columbia’s 18th Annual Blues Festival:Celebrate one of America’s oldest musical traditions with local,regional, and national musicians. The concert is free and this yearwill be held in Martin Luther King, Jr. Park (right beside FivePoints’ annual Chili Cook Off)! The concert is completely FREEand all about the music! 2300 Greene Street.www.wordofmouthproductions.org

3-18 Parade of Homes: This holiday-themed Home Builders Association of GreaterColumbia event is a single-site showing of fullydecorated and landscaped homes and will beheld in Forest Acres, along with special publicevents to celebrate the season! 803-256-6238.www.columbiabuilders.com

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Cayce-West Columbia Jaycees Hall of Horrors

Oct 5-7, 12-14, 19-21, 26-28, 31 | Showtimes varyCorner of 12th Street & Walter Price Street, Cayce803-409-9139 | www.hallofhorrors.comBrave the horrors of the Dreamworks Toy Factory andits tortured past, if you dare!

Clinton Sease Farm Corn Maze

Sept 21-Nov 18 | Tickets sold ‘til hour before closingFri 6-11 PM, Sat 10 AM-11 PM, Sun 2-7 PM382 Olde Farm Road, Lexington803-730-2863 | www.clintonseasefarm.comDon’t miss this Corn Maze, the Kiddie Corn Maze, theMist Maze, or SC’s only Marshmallow Maze!

Clinton Sease Farm Deceased Farm

Sept 28-29 & Oct 5-7, 11-14, 18-21, 25-31Dark-10:30 PM Thurs & Sun | Dark-11:30 Fri & Sat382 Olde Farm Road, Lexington803-730-2863 | www.deceasedfarm.comExperience 2 separate haunts for double the terror: thebloody farmhouse or Deceased in 3D!

Gilbert’s #1 House of Terror

Oct 12-13, 19-20, 26-28, 30-31 | Tickets 7:30-11 PM739 Harley Taylor Road, Gilbert803-892-5396 | www.gilberthouseofterror.comGilbert’s #1 House of Terror is back with 13 newscenes! Are you ready for another terrifying year?

Halloween Spooktacular Weekends

Oct 12-13, 19-21, & 26-28Two night minimum stay & deposit requiredRiverbottom Farms | 357 Cedar Creek Road, Swansea803-568-4182 | www.riverbottomfarms.comEnjoy Haunted Hayrides, Costume Contests, Trick’r’Treatingthroughout the Park, Halloween Haunt, Site DecorationContest, and Breakfast with the Bears!

Lake Carolina Scare-O-Lina

October 28 | 4 PMThe Village Green | 100 Lake Carolina Boulevard803-461-0915 | www.lakecarolina.comEnjoy a family friendly Fall festival including inflatables,hayride, pumpkin patch, cake walk, lots of candy, andmore! Non-scary costumes. FREE & open to the public.




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9 Conflict Zone, a photography exhibitopens! See page 21.

12 Veteran’s Day Parade: One of the Southeast’slargest parades, this brilliant procession will feature veterans’organizations, marching installations, military equipment andhistoric vehicles, spectacular floats, motorcycle clubs, high schoolbands & color guards, and ROTC programs. Begins 11 AM andprogresses down Sumter Street, downtown. City of Columbia Parks

& Recreation, 803-545-3200.

17 42rd Annual Marion duPont Scott Colonial Cup: Since itsinception in 1970, this pinnacle of thenational steeplechase circuit has attractedfans from across the globe. Family activities

include Jack Russell Terrier races, mule wagon rides, a carousel,a patriotic flag mural, and military equipment displays in theInfield, and the Paddock Shoppes retail village behind theGrandstand. gates open at 9 AM. Tickets available in advance. 200Knights Hill Road, Camden. 803-432-6513. www.carolina-cup.org

19-20 Sleigh Bell Trot and Stroll: ICRC’s annualnighttime family fun walk and certified 5-K race are held amidthe more than a million Holiday Lights on the River at SaludaShoals Park! Stroll: Nov 19. Trot: Nov 20. Check-in is 5-6:50 PM& Start Time at 7 PM. Registration application and feeinformation online. 5605 Bush River Road. 803-731-5208.www.icrc.net

19-Feb 24, 2013 Snowville: So you thought SouthCarolina didn’t get snow? Well, at EdVenture’s Snowville, enter amake-believe world of imaginative play, become a scientist andstudy penguins at the South Pole, or get creative in an igloo-building activity and create your own snowflake! Children learnabout the cool FUN and SCIENCE of snow . Admission applies.EdVenture Children’s Museum, 211 Gervais Street. 803-779-3100.www.edventure.org

23 “He sees you when you're sleeping! He knows when you'reawake! He knows if you've been bad or good, So be good forgoodness sake! Oh! You better watch out!” for Santa’sarrival at Dutch Square Mall! Santa is available theday after Thanksgiving through Christmas Eve. Bring your owncamera and capture this memory with your little one for FREE!For specific dates and times, check www.dutchsquare.com! 803-772-3864

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Beakers & BroomsticksOct 20 & 27 | 5-8 PMEdVenture Children’s Museum | 211 Gervais Street803-779-3100 | www.edventure.orgEnjoy trick’r’treat stations, a costume contest,pumpkin smushin’, a slime lab, spooky sciencedemonstrations, and more!

Boo at the ZooOct 19-30 | 6-9 PMRiverbanks Zoo & Garden | 500 Wildlife Parkway803-779-8717 | www.riverbanks.orgChildren up to 12 yrs. are welcome to wearcostumes and enjoy Frankenstein’s Foam Zone, a DJdance party, and a trick-or-treat trail!

Haunted HalloweenOct 31 | 6-9 PMDutch Square Center | 421 Bush River Road803-772-3864 | www.dutchsquare.comEnjoy trick’r’treating and a (FREE!) HalloweenFestival including games and a costume contest forkids up to 12 yrs. Admission charged for HauntedHouse attraction.

Tricks & TreatsOctober 20 & 27 | Main Events 11 AM-4 PMSC State Museum | 301 Gervais Street803-898-4921 | www.museum.state.sc.usReceive $1 off when you come in costume (FREE!with admission)! Enjoy balloon art, a HauntedHalloween Party with Goblin Games and spookyprizes, and more!

Trunk or TreatOct 26 | 6-8 PM | Jeep Rogers FamilyYMCA| 900 Lake Carolina Drive | 803-451-84395:30-7 PM | Northwest Family YMCA1501 Kennerly Road | 803-407-8007www.columbiaymca.orgPut on your best costume and trick’r’treat at the Y!With great music, fun costumes and lots of candy,there is nothing better!



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Nov29 & Dec 1 AMROC Christmas Show: Enjoy this annual model train event! See page 26.

DECEMBER1 59th Annual Carolina Carillon Holiday Parade: Don’t miss this Greater Columbia tradition! For timesand this year’s details, visit www.carolinacarillon.com!

1 Holiday Open House at the Cayce Historical Museum! See page 23

2 West Metro Parade of Lights: Join in as West Columbia heralds the Christmas season with the Midlands’only nighttime parade! Floats, bands, animals, clowns, even fire trucks will be decked out with Christmas lights! 5:30-7:30PM. FREE. 12th and Meeting Streets, Cayce. 803-794-6504. www.westmetroparade.com

8 Arts Center Open House: View the City of Columbia Arts Center during their annual open house. Tours areprovided and pottery is for sale. 10 AM-5 PM. FREE. Arts Center, 1932 Calhoun Street. 803-691-9339.www.columbiaparksandrec.net

8 Christmas Sampler & Peddler Craft Shows: Enjoy a visit from Santa and Ella the Elf, local entertainment,and door prizes as you peruse this fantastic local and regional arts and crafts show. All items are hand-made, making forthe perfect gift or decoration. 9 AM-3 PM. Sampler Show: Lexington Leisure Center, 108 Park Road, Lexington: 803-957-7828.Peddler Show: Tri-City Leisure Center, 485 Brooks Avenue, West Columbia: 803-939-9309. www.lcrac.com

9 12th Annual Carolina Honda Powerhouse Vets’ Christmas Charity Ride! See page 52.

9 Christmas Open House at the Lexington County Historical Museum! See page 22.

15-Jan 1, 2013 Winter Fest at the SC State Museum! See page 47.

31 New Year’s Eve Carnival: Commemorate 2012 and ring in 2013 as a family with rides (tickets sold), karaoke,entertainment, exhibits. games, food vendors, and a fireworks display at 9 PM! All ages arewelcome. 4-9 PM. FREE. Finlay Park, 930 Laurel Street. 803-691-9339.www.columbiaparksandrec.net

31-Jan 1, 2013 Famously Hot New Year: Last year, the premier New Yearcelebration was a huge success, and this year’s event promises to be even better with anational recording artist headlining, free general admission (and multiple exclusive, ticketedareas!), the VIP Crescent Lounge, an even larger area with more entrances and vendors, evenmore entertainment, police and private security throughout, and a spectacular midnight

fireworks display and Palmetto Drop! Monday 7:30 PM-Tuesday 1:30 AM. Main Street, Downtown Columbia.www.famouslyhotnewyear.com

November 27The StoryColumbia’s Colonial Life Arena is one ofonly 14 stops on this celebration ofChristmas through carols and “MusicalJourney from Genesis to Revelation.”Christian artists Mark Hall (from CastingCrowns), Jeremy Camp, Natalie Grant,Matthew West, Nichole Nordeman, Selah,and others bring to life the greatest lovestory of all, the Bible. 801 Lincoln Street.803-576-9200.www.coloniallifearena.com

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Holiday Lights

Lights Before Christmas Nov 17-Dec 30 | 6-9PM500 Wildlife Parkway | 803-779-8717 | www.riverbanks.orgBack for its 25th year, Lights Before Christmas will shinethroughout with more than a million lights and animatedimages! Take a photo with Santa, roast marshmallows and sipcocoa at the Jingle Bell Bonfire, and enjoy the only place inGreater Columbia where it snows every night!

Christmas in CayceNov 19 | Various locations & times803-796-9020 | www.cityofcayce-sc.govKick off this rich local Christmas tradition on Thursday with the35th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony and a community receptionand watch as Cayce City Hall dazzles with the Lights of Cayce! OnFriday, enjoy Caroling Along the Cayce River Walk & on Saturday,visit the Cayce Historical Museum for their Annual Holiday OpenHouse & War Between the States Lantern Tours!

Holiday Lights on the RiverNov 21-Dec 31 | see ad above

Fantasy of LightsDec 1-31 | Sun- Thurs, dusk-9 PM & Fri-Sat, dusk-10 PMSwan Lake-Iris Gardens | 822 West Liberty Street, Sumter803-436-2640 | www.sumtersc.govMore than 150 gorgeous acres are illuminated at Swan Lake-IrisGardens, one of SC’s largest lighted displays! This free eventboasts more than a million lights and 150 lighted figures!

Harborside Lights & YMCA 5KDec 7 | 6 PM Lake Carolina Town Center | 300 Long Pointe Lane803-461-0915 | www.lakecarolina.comKick off the holiday season with live entertainment, horse-drawn

Holiday Concerts &Pageants

Columbia College “Lessons in Carols” ChoralConcertNov 29 | 7:30 PMCollege Place Methodist Church | 4801 Colonial Drive803-786-3810 | www.columbiasc.edu

USC Concert Choir Christmas ConcertDec 2 | 6 PMShandon United Methodist Church | 3407 Devine Street803-777-6614 | www.music.sc.edu

25th Annual Columbia Christmas PageantDec 6-9 | Thurs-Fri (7:30 PM), Sat (2 & 5 PM), Sun (4PM)First Baptist Church of Columbia | 1306 Hampton St803-256-4251 | www.fbccola.com

USC Suzuki Strings Winter ConcertDec 8 | 7:30 PMSchool of Music Recital Hall | 813 Assembly Street803-777-6614 | www.music.sc.edu

Palmetto Mastersingers’ Christmas ConcertDec 13-14 | 7:30 PMHarbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College | 7300 CollegeStreet, Irmo803-765-0777 | www.palmettomastersingers.org

Living Fountains Annual Christmas ConcertDec 15 | 7 PMRound Hill Baptist Church | 230 Persimmon Lane, Lexington803-996-2181

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carriage rides, hayrides, photos with Santa, holiday treats,millions of twinkling lights, more than 1200 luminaries,and dozens of decorated trees! Also, join the Jeep RogersFamily YMCA for a 5K Run/Walk among the lights!



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An inspirational and fun afternoon for all women! Are you or someone youknow a breast cancer survivor? Register now for your spot on the runway at the 2012 Shootfor the Stars Breast Cancer Survivors' Fashion Show. You'll receive a free naturalmakeover and you'll have a blast as you strut your stuff down the runway at the SC State Museumon Sunday, October 28, 2012. Special Guest Speaker and Emcee is ShondiaMcFadden-Sabari, who is a survivor and an inspiration to all women. If you are a Survivorand would like to participate in the show, email [email protected] no later thanOctober 25. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door and all proceeds will benefit theNational Breast Cancer Foundation. Fashion show participants are admitted free. Sunday October28, 1-5 PM. SC State Museum, 301 Gervais Street. 803-800-3078. www.photosolutions-sc.com

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Think of Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah... you pictured food, didn't you?Treat your family and guests this year to traditional holiday fare, but make aneffort to prepare your food with less sodium (to help protect their tickers andreduce their chances of developing high blood pressure and heart disease).Simple methods to bake and cook your way to better health (productsavailable online: healthyheartmarket.com): Change Your Baking Soda and Baking Powder: Regularbaking soda and baking powder are loaded with sodium, but it comes withoutit. Switch to potassium bicarbonate (food grade) or low-sodium baking sodaor powder.

Hot Wings: One of your favorite party foods is hot wings,right? Try a bottle of Mr. Spice Hot Wing Chicken Wing Sauce -no salt! Meat Marinades without Salt: Instead of usingbottled marinades from the grocery store, try citrus juicemarinades (lemon, lime or orange) for a special entree, or letyour meat soak in a fruit flavored vinegar like pomegranatebalsamic. A lot of kick and no salt! Cranberry Sauce: Make your own without salt - cook upsome fresh cranberries with sugar, water - toss in pecans,orange zest, cinnamon, nutmeg, or allspice and you'll love 'em.It's super fast and you won't miss the salt. To find out moreabout the consequences of a diet high in sodium, visitwww.cdc.gov.

Providence Cooks! at Providence Hospitals offers Q&Awith a registered dietician, cooking demonstration from anexecutive chef, and an online recipe box for your use. Take thefirst step toward healthy eating on Sept 27 with ProvidenceCooks! Boost Your Body, featuring info on how you caneat to boost your metabolism and keep burning calories all daylong. 6-8 PM. Registration fee charged. Providence HospitalDowntown Cafeteria, 2435 Forest Drive. To register call 803-865-4653 or visit www.providencehospitals.com.

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Family Medicine Centers of S.C. has grown over 30 years to becomethe largest Family Practice group in Columbia. To provide the bestservice to our patients, we offer compassionate, comprehensive,competent, convenient, cost-effective health care. Our services includeGeneral Medicine, Physical Exams, Cancer Screening, Colonoscopy,Immunizations, Pediatrics, Women’s Health, Pelvic Exams, Bone DensityTesting, Weight Loss Nutrition Counseling, Skin Care, Anxiety/Depressiontreatment, Physical Medicine, Pain Management, Sleep Medicine, OfficeOrthopedics, General Surgery, X-Ray, Ultrasound, Heart and LungStudies, Treadmill Stress Testing, complete in-house Laboratory, andImmigration Physicals. Our medical staff is also experienced inGeriatrics, Urgent Care and Occupational Medicine. We participate withAetna, Blue Cross-Blue Shield, State Employee Plan, Federal EmployeePlan, Blue Choice, Medicare, Tricare, Cigna, Carolina Care Plan, UnitedHealthcare, Medcost, Humana and many others. Our ultimate goal isto deliver outstanding medical service as your personal physician, whohas come to know you and your family through years of caring. We’rehere for you, and we’re here to stay!

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Few would argue tobacco cessation isn’t important, but many do argue it’s too expensive! Impossibly expensive pillsand treatments can make quitting seem impossible, but it isn’t! The SC Tobacco Quitline is absolutely free. AnySC resident can call from 8 AM-3 AM every day of the week for phone and Internet counseling support. Callers constructa personalized quit plan with their own Quit Coach, and residents without health insurance may be eligible for FREEnicotine gum or patches! Call today to reclaim your health, your life, and your wallet! 1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-784-8669) or www.scdhec.gov SC Tobacco Quitline

ADVANCED FERTILITY OFFERS MONTHLY FREE FERTILIY SEMINAR.FEATURING DR. GAIL WHITMAN-ELIA. Tuesdays- September 11th, October 2nd, November 13th and

December 4th, 6:00 pm. When you are dealing with fertility issues, the best information empowers

you to understand your options. The leading Midlands’ fertility specialist, Dr. Gail Whitman-Elia, offers

a monthly series of free infertility information seminars on selected Tuesday evenings at Advanced

Fertility’s state-of-the-art new facility, 2324 Sunset Boulevard, West Columbia, SC. This popular series

takes attendees through the potential causes for their fertility challenges as well as the latest therapies to treat them and help

couples start or expand their families. Attendees receive a free practice DVD, ovulation wheel and relaxation CD for attending. Dr.

Whitman-Elia and her team not only offer the highest standard of care but also a high level of compassion to help couples throughout

the process. She is available for brief private discussions immediately after the presentation. The Tuesday evenings are: September

11th; October 2nd; November 13th and December 4th. Call 803-939-1515 to reserve your seat today. www.ivfwecare.com

“Annual Wellness Visits” (new to Medicare recipients) are not a physical exam, but a meetingduring which you and your doctor develop a personalized prevention plan to improve yourhealth and prevent disease. During your visit, the staff and doctor review your history, obtainmeasurements (like height, weight, blood pressure, and body mass index), and review yourmedications and any care you currently get from other health care providers. An AWVassesses your functional ability and safety (including any cognitive impairment, depression,and specific health conditions or needs) and constructs a schedule for needed screening andpreventive services. Call 803-788-7884 to find out how Family Medicine Centers of SC (asan in-network provider for Medicare) provides all of these services at NO CHARGE to you!

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