The Place to Meet

2018 Florence, SC Meeting Planner Guide

eat, play and stay

Meeting Planner Guide 2018Published annually by

Florence Convention & Visitors Bureau3290 W. Radio Drive - Florence, SC 29501

800-325-9005 - www.visitflo.comHolly Young Beaumier, Executive Director

All information in this publication is correct as of June 2018.

Welcome to Florence, page 1Florence Center, page 12

Unique Meeting Facilities, page 19Restaurants with Meeting Space, page 38

Rental Information, 43Accommodations, page 48

Dining Guide, page 52Parks & Recreation, page 62

Meet Florence

Contents

Conveniently located at the intersection of interstates 95 and 20, Florence is the perfect gathering place for your next convention. With nearly 5,000 quality hotel rooms and seating for 10,000 at the Florence Center, your next convention will be a hit!

Florence offers a wide range of dining, including several national franchises, and spectacular local cuisine. There’s always something going on at Francis Marion University, whether it’s an art exhibition or a film screening, and the Florence Little Theatre is a premier theater with a full schedule of shows. Live bands entertain nightly, and

the Florence Center brings in the hottest shows, such as Willie Nelson and Tyler Perry. While you’re in Florence, plan to spend a day in the sand at Myrtle Beach, just an hour away, or check out the excitement at the famous Darlington Raceway, just a few minutes away.

This thriving area still retains her Southern charm and heritage. Nestled near the Pee Dee River and surrounded by scenic farmland vistas, Florence also offers a wonderful array of outdoor recreational activities, including great golf, river expeditions and an abundance of beautiful parks.

Welcome to Florence

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Florence Veterans Park

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

The Columns Plantation

Skirmish at Gamble’s Hotel at The Columns

Darlington Car Hauler Parade at Florence Center

Florence was originally established as a railroad hub in the mid-1800s, first because of the Great Pee Dee River, then because it was the intersection of three major rail lines.

During the Revolutionary War, General Francis Marion - known as the “Swamp Fox” - commanded a force of mostly volunteer citizens, called militia, who fought in the eastern part of South Carolina. He was known for his surprise attacks near rivers such as the Great Pee Dee - attacks that made it difficult for the British to move men and supplies. Today, there are many landmarks in the Pee Dee that pay respect to General Marion, including Florence’s Francis Marion University. Additional historic sites in Florence include the Florence National Cemetery, established in 1865. The first woman to be buried in a National Cemetery, Florena Budwin, was interred here.

Florence then

Florence nowThe Florence County Museum houses a changing art gallery and Pee Dee history gallery. There is also a permanent collection featuring artwork by Florence native William H. Johnson.

Francis Marion University is named in honor of South Carolina’s Revolutionary War hero, General Francis “Swamp Fox” Marion. The beautiful campus features a nature trail, planetarium/observatory, and two preserved hewn-timber cabins.

Lynches River County Park features a river swamp with towering cypress trees as well as sand hills offering a wide variety of vegetation. Popular activities include river fishing, canoeing, nature trails, and picnicking. There is also a splash pad for the kids open during summer, and an Environmental Discovery Center.

The Florence Veterans Park pays homage to those who are serving or have served in our armed services with a “Wall of Honor” and several monuments for the wars of the 20th century. Fresh fruits and vegetables are available year-round at the Pee Dee State Farmers Market. Equally enticing is Young Plantations, where you can sample delicious pecans and purchase gifts for your friends back home or a treat for yourself.

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Henry Timrod Schoolhouse

Downtown Florence

The resurgence of Downtown Florence continues unabated, with new gathering spots opening up and entrepreneurs jumping on the progress bandwagon.

The South Carolina Pecan Festival held in early November downtown is now a major event for South Carolina. The 2017 festival, hosted by the Florence Downtown Development Corporation and the City of Florence, drew more than 50,000 people. The festival includes live entertainment, over 250 food & craft vendors, a free kids zone, amusement rides, a car show competition, cook-off competition, three footraces, a bike race, and much more!

The same organizations host Florence After 5 the last Friday of each month from April to October. The popular event on S. Dargan Street features live music and provides a fantastic opportunity to check out merchants downtown.

Also on Saturdays year-round is the City Center Farmers’ Market at 369 W. Cheves St. from 9am to 1pm.Featuring Carolina grown and made products, customers are offered breakfasts and lunches cooked on-site.

There are also dairy products, meats, cheeses, eggs, organic and local vegetables and fruits, fresh pastas and sauces, baked goods, honey, wood and paper crafts, body products, etc.

Hotel Florence is another big draw featuring high-end rooms, including a penthouse suite with two bedrooms and a rooftop patio overlooking the James Allen Plaza where free music concerts are held. Another hotel, the Hyatt Place, is expected to open downtown in 2018.

Complementing Hotel Florence is Victors, a top vote getter for “best in the region” in fine dining. People rave about Southern style delicacies such as she-crab and shrimp bisque with aged sherry. Executive Chef Cooper Thomas, a 2015 South Carolina Chef Ambassador, offers a popular variety of salads, soups, steak, fresh seafood and much more. And don’t forget, Victors offers more than 200 wines and premium beers!

Downtown Florence

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Also on Evans, the Southern-inspired menu for the Town Hall restaurant changes with the seasons with a selection of starters and entrees including locally raised meat, pork and seafood prepared on an open wood-fire grille (some ingredients come from a nearby family farm).

Town Hall also offers an extensive list of American spirits, local beer, fine wines and cocktails.

In fact, sitting atop Town Hall is The Dispensary, which features an incredible 3,500 square feet of rooftop and a drink menu consisting of cocktails along with exquisite wines and beers from local breweries.

A stone’s throw away on Dargan Street is Local Motive Brewing. A comfortable atmosphere complements a tasty, simple menu, but the real draw is their 12 unique brews on tap. Their brewing system allows them to brew smaller, more specific batches with a variety of styles.

Nearby is Dolce Vita Café and More, a wine and chocolate tasting room with coffee and snacks. Locals and tourists take in delicious chocolates from Belgian-trained master chocolatiers, cakes-in-jars made by Sweetleigh’s Cakes and Treats, and other desserts. Prepaid cards allow customers to sample or gulp down white and red wines on tap.

The bustling concentration of downtown restaurants also features made-to order sushi at Thai House 2, where you can also enjoy dishes such as teriyaki duck and volcano fish, and Southern barbecue at Wholly Smokin Downtown, which offers smoked meats (the ribs are to die for!) and classic sides, plus beer, wine & cocktails.

Adjacent is also the William H. Johnson Renaissance Courtyard, named for a renowned local painter from the Harlem Renaissance. Adjoining restaurants host live entertainment there.

Not everything is centered near Dargan Street, as Soule Café nails a relaxed, kickback atmosphere while offering coffee, specialty drinks, music, arts and light food; King Jefe wows the taste buds as an eclectic taqueria (try the house-made guacamole and a signature cocktail!); and Top Hat Special-Teas offers lunch and afternoon teas daily as well as baby showers, bridal luncheons and wedding receptions.

Providing transportation to and from downtown for free is the trolley service Downtown Connect. Guests staying in hotels near Hospitality Blvd. can take advantage of the transportation service. The trolley service runs every 30 minutes from 5:30 to 10:30pm Tuesday through Thursday, and 5:30 to 11:30pm Friday and Saturday.

The transportation also services the arts, which are a big part of downtown’s success thanks to high-caliber performances at the Francis Marion University Performing Arts Center (FMU PAC) and Florence Little Theatre, while the Florence County Museum reflects the Pee Dee region’s diverse artistic, cultural and historic heritage.

The Florence Little Theatre offers an energetic season of professional level plays and Broadway musicals performed by a local theater group.

FMU PAC hosts nationally touring Broadway performances, variety shows, and concerts such as Graham Nash, while the Florence Symphony plays classical music and also a pops series that has featured such vocalists as Art Garfunkel and the Indigo Girls.

The Florence Museum offers a wide range of exhibitions, lectures and family friendly fare, including local history such as Native American, Colonial and Civil War period artifacts, artifacts related to FBI agent and Florence County native Melvin Purvis, and fragments of an atomic bomb accidentally dropped on the Mars Bluff community in 1958, to name a small sample.

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What’s going on here?

JanuaryAnnual Martin Luther King,

Jr. CelebrationGun & Knife Show

Kids JamboreeMonster Truck Winter

Nationals

FebruaryAmerican Heritage Festival

MarchPee Dee Outdoor Classic Pee Dee Spring Carnival

Skirmish at Gamble’s Hotel

AprilArtFields

Arts International FestivalEgg Scramble Jamboree,

LamarFlorence Symphony

Orchestra’s Taste of the Symphony

Pee Dee Spring Plant & Flower Show

South Carolina BBQ - Shag Festival, Hemingway

MayFlorence Greek FestivalOutdoor Discovery Day

Red Wolves Baseball (through August)

River Jamboree, CowardStrawberry Festival, McBee

JuneSC Ag + Art Tour

JulyPeach Festival, McBee

Sankofa FestivalWatermelon Festival,

Pageland

AugustPee Dee Regional Arts

Competition

SeptemberDarlington Car Hauler

ParadeGolden Leaf Festival,

MullinsGreater Pee Dee State Fair

McLeod Health SHE Saturday

NASCAR Southern 500, Darlington RacewaySC Bridal Showcase

South Carolina Tobacco Festival, Lake City

OctoberFall Plant & Flower ShowIndependence Games

Merry MarketplaceOktoberfest

Pig Pickin’ Festival, Kingstree

South Carolina Jazz Festival, Cheraw

South Carolina Sweet Potato Festival, Darlington

NovemberCatfish Festival, Society Hill

Jingle Bell Market Pee Dee Fiction & Poetry

FestivalSouth Carolina Pecan

Festival

DecemberFestival of Trees, Cheraw

Holiday Parades

For more events, please visit www.visitflo.com.

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Florence’s Visitor CenterThe Florence Convention & Visitors Bureau is a great place to learn about Florence, as well as the Pee Dee region of South Carolina. At the Florence CVB, you’ll find a handy visitor guide to help plan an eventful day in the area and dine on local specialties and favorites. If you’re needing help finding your way around the city, Florence CVB offers directional maps to get you where you need to be. And while you’re there, don’t forget to pick up a free postcard!

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WeatherAverage Temperatures

High (F) Low (F)January 56 35February 59 37March 68 44April 76 51May 83 60June 88 67July 91 71

August 90 70September 84 64

October 76 53November 67 44December 58 37

The weather in Florence is considered temperate. Average temperatures are in the 40s in winter and the 80s in summer. The warmest month of the year is July, and the coldest month is January. The annual average precipitation in Florence is at 44.76 inches, and rainfall is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The wettest month of the year is August with an average of 5.33 inches of rainfall.

The most beautiful time of the year is spring when the camellias and azaleas are in full bloom. Florence’s recreation and natural gardens can be enjoyed year-round, but if you take a trip to Timrod Park or Lucas Park, for example, during the spring months you’ll see hundreds of azaleas in various shades of pink, purple and white.

To complement the plentiful array of flowers are the many huge pines, live oaks, and magnolias that are commonly draped with Spanish moss.

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Getting Here:Florence Regional Airport

The Florence Regional Airport has provided continuous service to the public for over 75 years. Florence Regional offers daily flights by American Airlines, and is heavily used for general aviation. Florence Regional Airport serves the Charlotte-Douglas International Airport.

Flights to Charlotte, North Carolina, take 30 minutes.

To make American Airlines reservations, please call 800-428-4322 or visit www.americanairlines.com.

Please visit the Florence Regional Airport online at www.flyflo.us.

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The Greyhound Station in Florence is located at 611 S. Irby St. For station hours or ticket information, please call 843-662-8407.

Getting Here: Greyhound

Getting Here: AmtrakThe Amtrak Station in Florence was constructed in 1996 by CSX, and is served by Amtrak’s Palmetto and Silver Meteor routes. The Palmetto is a 829-mile passenger train route which runs from New York, NY to Savannah, GA, and the Silver Meteor is a 1389-mile passenger train route running from New York to Miami.

The Amtrak station is located at 807 Day St., Florence. For general information regarding ticketing, please call 843-665-7650. For accessibility information, please call 800-USA-RAIL.

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Getting around Florence

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Car Rental ServicesAvis - 800-331-1212

Florence Regional AirportBudget - 800-527-7000

Florence Regional AirportEnterprise - 843-13-5039

900 S. Irby St.Enterprise/National-Alamo - 800-736-8222

Florence Regional AirportEnterprise - 843-669-6309

2639 W. Palmetto St.Hertz - 800-654-3131

Florence Regional AirportU-Save Auto Rental - 843-679-0857

1403 S. Irby St.

Taxi ServicesAA Taxi - 843-676-9910Ace Taxi - 843-665-0028

Best Way Taxi - 843-661-7222Carolina Taxi - 843-665-7801

Rainbow Express Courier & Shuttle Service - 843-665-2832

Roll Tide Courier & Shuttle - 843-992-0101State Taxi - 843-661-6323

Additional Auto Rental ServicesAir Charter Limousines & Trucks - 843-665-2227

Lowcountry Coaches LLC - 843-413-6363U-Haul - 843-664-2091

Uber and Lyft are now serving the Florence area! Need a lift? Download the apps today!

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The Pee Dee Regional Transportation Authority (PDRTA) was formed in 1974 as the first regional transit authority in the state. PDRTA serves the Pee Dee region of South Carolina, which includes Chesterfield, Darlington, Dillon, Florence, Marion, and Marlboro counties.

PDRTA operates a fixed route bus service in Florence that is a convenient and affordable way for an individual or group to get around the city.

With PDRTA, you can plan a shopping and dining trip to Magnolia Mall or make a necessary medical appointment at one of our regional medical centers. PDRTA can get you to Drs. Bruce & Lee Foundation Library, Florence Center, or Francis Marion University.

Recently, PDRTA developed a new Downtown Shuttle that operates at no cost to riders. The free public shuttle stops to pick up or drop off passengers wherever it is

safe for the driver to pull over along the designated route. Stops include Hotel Florence, the Florence County Museum, the FMU Performing Arts Center and Florence Little Theatre.

If you’re staying at one of the hotels near Florence Center, you can get a free ride to Downtown Florence using PDRTA’s Downtown Connect service. For more information about this service, please visit fb.com/downtownfloconnect.

Most PDRTA buses are equipped with bicycle racks. Additionally, all PDRTA vehicles are ADA compliant and are equipped with lifts and wheelchair securement areas.

For more information about PDRTA, please call 843-665-2227. For a complete list of PDRTA routes and fares, please visit www.pdrta.org.

Getting around Florence: PDRTA

The Florence Center

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Meet the Florence Center

Whether it’s a business luncheon, a wedding to remember or the performance of a lifetime, the Florence Center is where it’s happening. Our unique combination of quality amenities, professional planning and world class catering by Savor can turn events of all sizes into experiences to remember.

The newly renovated Florence Center now offers 9 professional meeting rooms, a Jr. Ballroom, Grand Ballroom, state-of-the-art-kitchen and a fresh new look to accompany the 10,000-seat arena. The venue was already the largest convention, meeting and exhibition facility in northeast South Carolina and now offers over 75,000 sq. ft. of flexible space for social, business, and community events. The SMG-managed venue sits in the heart of the hospitality district at the intersection of I-95 and I-20 in Florence, South Carolina and is centrally located as the midway marker between NY to Miami. This Southern hotspot offers over 1,700 adjacent hotel rooms, an abundance of neighboring chain restaurants and local cuisine, and sits next to the region’s premier shopping plazas. The Florence Center is the perfect destination for any and every size gathering. The

adaptable facility offers meeting spaces for 10 to 10,000 attendees and anywhere in between. In-House services include: SAVOR…Food & Beverage Services, an In-House Marketing Team, 2,250 On-Site Complimentary Parking, Fiber Optic Cabling, High Speed Wi-Fi, and more. Whether you are planning an event or attending one, professional event managers and meeting planners are on-site and ready to assist.

The Florence Center 10,000-seat arena hosts a wide variety of concerts and live entertainment shows each year. Entertainers ranging from the likes of Reba McEntire, Willie Nelson, and Toby Keith, to Mary J Blige, Casting Crowns and George Lopez have performed here, as well as shows like Disney on Ice, Monster Jam, rodeos, festivals and Cirque du Soleil. Management has recently announced several new annual events which are set to debut in 2018-2019. These events include the Greater Pee Dee State Fair, SC Bridal Showcase, Jingle Bell Christmas Market, Pee Dee Outdoor Classic, and a reinvention of the Kids Jamboree Festival, among other exciting events to be announced soon. Learn more about the venue and see the full event lineup at florencecenter.com.

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at the CENTER of what’s happening

3300 W Radio Drive, FlorenceAdministration: 843-679-9417Tickets: 843-679-4525www.florencecenter.comwww.fb.com/FlorenceCenterSC

Meet. Plan. Experience.

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AffordableMeeting planners find the affordability of the Florence Center very attractive. Experienced, professional planners are on staff to guide you through every decision from menu planning, meeting scheduling and room choices to floor plan set ups, extra activities and area tours. The Center handles all catering responsibilities through Savor Catering by SMG. With an in-house food service department, menus are creative, and their hospitality veterans are experts you can trust to help you design a beautiful meeting with a perfect budget.

AdaptableThe beauty of the Florence Center lies in its adaptability as a facility. The creative design of the Center accommodates meetings of all sizes and requirements. All exhibition and convention space flows together under one roof. The 30,000- square-foot Arena (10,000 seats) is adjoined by the well-appointed Pee Dee, Waccamaw and Santee Rooms that together offer up to 20,000 square feet or can be sectioned to be used individually. These rooms adjoin the 15,000-square-foot Francis Marion Exhibit Hall, which accommodates up to 1,000 people for banquets, 1,400 for meeting set ups and up to 84 8’ x 10’ booths. Newly added rooms offer high speed internet service. The Center provides nearly 75,000 square feet of multipurpose meeting space.

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3 IHOP6 La Bamba Mexican4 Longhorn Steakhouse

14 McAlister’s Deli2 Mellow Mushroom

13 Moe’s Southwest Grill4 Olive Garden2 Outback Steakhouse

10 Panera Bread2 Percy & Willie’s

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6 1720 Burger Bar9 Arby’s2 Bruster’s Ice Cream3 Buffalo Wild Wings

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3 Chick-Fil-A4 Chili’s3 Chipotle3 Chuck E. Cheese

13 Cici’s Pizza13 Cold Stone Creamery14 Don Jose’s Mexican12 Dunkin Donuts

4 Firehouse Subs13 Five Guys Burgers & Fries

13 Red Bone Alley7 Red Bowl Asian Bistro5 Red Lobster2 Ruby Tuesday6 San Jose’s

13 Schlotzsky’s Deli13 Shane’s Rib Shack15 Sonic Drive-In13 Starbucks14 Starfire Grill

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9 Ashley Furniture4 AT&T5 Badcock Furniture2 Barnes & Noble1 Bed Bath & Beyond

10 Beef Jerky Outlet2 Belk2 Best Buy5 Big Lots!2 Burlington5 Conn’s Home Plus2 Dick’s Sporting Goods2 Five Below6 Florence Center9 Hobby Lobby

2 H&M4 Home Depot2 HomeGoods2 JCPenney

13 JoAnn Fabric13 Jos. A. Bank

4 Kohl’s5 Lifeway Christian9 Lowe’s2 Magnolia Mall

15 Naturally Outdoors2 Old Navy8 Once Upon a Child

11 Palmetto Peddlers10 Party City

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13 Ulta Beauty7 Verizon Wireless8 Walmart

Hospitality District, Exit 160

Florence Center

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SAVOR is at the CENTER of your next event

Whether a sit-down banquet for a gala affair, elegant hors d’oeuvres for a theater crowd, hot dogs & sodas in the stands, or coffee & croissants sold from a portable cart, SAVOR… satisfies.

SAVOR…Florence catering by SMG is the exclusive caterer for the recently remodeled Florence Center. The new and innovative 5,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art kitchen can accommodate events of all types and sizes. The vast and flexible menu offers customizable dining options for every occasion.

Our world-class catering services offer fresh meats and seafood, locally grown SC produce, Southern favorites or exotic delights, sophisticated plated meals or traditional buffets, sweet treats, stylish cocktails, incredible ice sculptures, and every amenity to meet your needs. Our Executive Chef and his staff have the experience and creativity to satisfy the most discriminating tastes, accommodate special requests and provide impeccable service.

Whether your event is a professional luncheon for 12, a social function for hundreds, or a convention for thousands, you can depend on the Florence Center to provide all the necessary elements for a memorable occasion. Services offered by SAVOR…Florence span the full spectrum of any catering needs. In customer service and cuisine preparations, we are team-focused, committed to working with our clients in creating an unmatched food and beverage experience for our guests and elevating the facility’s reputation as a premier business and entertainment destination.

At SAVOR…Florence, we strive for what we call the “wow!” factor – having patrons exclaim that the food was better than expectations. To earn this reputation for our facility, we focus on presentation, exceptional quality, fresh authentic flavors, flexibility and creative concepts. We treat each event individually and carefully consider food quality, freshness, integrity, health safety, pricing, and client service. When these factors are kept in balance, the result is a product offering our clients and patrons exceptional taste and satisfaction.

Catering by SMG Florence Center

SAVOR…Florence843-679-9417savor@florencecenter.comsavorflorence.com

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Unique Meeting Spaces

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Darlington Racewaywww.darlingtonraceway.com

At Darlington Raceway you’ll find all the nostalgic racing history and memorabilia your heart desires, as well as the racetrack that’s been deemed “Too Tough to Tame.”

The Media Center, located on the infield at Darlington Raceway, is the track’s main meeting space and seats 80-120. The President’s Suite (seats up to 32) and Darlington Raceway Stock Car Museum (seats 80-120) are two alternative meeting spaces. The Museum holds the National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame and plenty of classic racing cars.

One neat feature you can expect if you book a meeting or group at Darlington Raceway is a pace car ride around the historic, egg shaped racetrack.

For more information about the meeting spaces at Darlington Raceway, please contact Tyler Grube at 843-395-8877.

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Southeastern Institute of Manufacturing and Technology - www.simt.com

The Southeastern Institute of Manufacturing and Technology (SiMT) partners with local industries to solve their training and manufacturing technology needs. SiMT is a “one-stop shop” offering training in a variety of manufacturing areas, including quality machining, rapid prototyping, fluid power, robotics, electronics, maintenance, and programmable logic controls.

SiMT can accommodate many different sized groups, from 1,200 lecture-style to 800 banquet-style. SiMT offers a large conference center (seats 1,200), as well as an auditorium (seats 800), executive board room (seats up to 26) and executive dining hall (seats 24). There are multiple classrooms, computer labs and CAD (Computer Aided Design) labs. Items to accommodate parties and groups, such as a podium, wireless microphone, LCD projector or VGA connection for a laptop, are available for rent.

For more information about the meeting spaces available at SiMT, please contact Anna Lane at 843-413-2710.

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Florence Little Theatrewww.florencelittletheatre.org

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The Florence Little Theatre relocated in 2008 to a new 30,000-square-foot building in downtown Florence. Aside from offering a variety of plays and musicals throughout the year, the Florence Little Theatre also rents out their meeting spaces to interested groups and parties.

Their auditorium/lobby holds 200 individuals, and their rehearsal hall that extends into a beautiful courtyard will seat 125. There is also a kitchen on-site for catering.

The Florence Little Theatre is located in the “cultural corridor of Florence,” and is in walking distance of the Drs. Bruce & Lee Foundation Library, Francis Marion University Performing Arts Center, Florence County Museum, and Restaurant Row.

For more information about the meeting spaces at the Florence Little Theatre, please call Greg Hambleton at 843-662-3731.

Drs. Bruce & Lee Foundation Librarywww.florencelibrary.org

The Drs Bruce & Lee Foundation Library, part of the Florence County Library System, is complete with a boardroom that seats 25, children’s programming room that seats 50, seven independent study rooms, a computer training lab that seats 20, meeting space that seats up to 200, and Founders Room that seats 40.

The library is state-of-the-art, featuring wireless internet, digital projectors, whiteboards, and televisions with VHS/DVD players. The larger meeting spaces include a kitchenette, as well as a podium, laptop and sound system.

For more information about the meeting spaces at the Drs Bruce & Lee Foundation Library, please call Rebecca Drefs at 843-413-7080.

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The Cottage was constructed in 2003 and serves as a meeting place for faculty, staff, alumni and guests of Francis Marion University. Located on the grounds of the University, The Cottage consists of two meeting spaces, two large guest suites with private bathrooms, and a library and bar area.

The Hendrick Room can seat 60 people for a meeting or dinner, and a smaller meeting space on the south wing of The Cottage can accommodate 12.

Meetings or parties that are held at The Cottage are catered by Sodexho Campus Services, the university’s dining service provider. Sodexho can also provide a bartender if needed.

Individuals or organizations interested in booking The Cottage can rent the entire facility or a single room.

For more information about the meeting spaces at The Cottage, please contact the Francis Marion University Foundation Office at 843-661-1481.

The Cottage at Francis Marion Universitywww.fmarion.edu

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Lynches River County Parkwww.lynchesriverpark.com

Lynches River County Park is a popular day park where individuals, families and groups participate in fishing, canoeing, and picnicking. There also are several nature trails as well as a dozen geocaches.

The 676-acre parcel includes a multi-purpose community building, the Environmental Discovery Center, picnic areas (can be reserved), splash pad, five outdoor education stations, two RV sites with electrical and water, and two cabins.

The Community Building is 11,000 square feet and can accommodate groups of 20-400 people. The Community Building permits up to three groups simultaneously.

Although the Environmental Discovery Center cannot be reserved or closed for private meetings, its facilities offer the public natural and scientific exhibits that are ever-changing. There is a Tree Top Canopy Walk, a Map Table (back lit topographic map of the park and river system), and a Nature Lab Trading Area where you can expand your rock or insect collections.

For more information about the meeting spaces available at Lynches River County Park, please call 877-319-7799.

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The Community Building

FMU Performing Arts Centerwww.fmupac.org

The Francis Marion University (FMU) Performing Arts Center, an estimated 61,000- square-foot facility, opened in 2011. Their opening gala weekend featured GRAMMY award-winning songstresses Judy Collins and Roberta Flack. This facility houses an academic wing for the Department of Fine Arts, and is a new home for the many art-related programs offered by the university.

The FMU Performing Arts Center includes a main auditorium, accommodating 900 individuals, with a fly tower and a 100-seat flexible Black Box space. The floor plan includes control rooms for lighting and sound operation, a support area for technical staff, storage spaces, box office, lounge areas for artists, a catering kitchen, several dressing rooms, and a loading dock that can accommodate two semi-trucks. There are also two small practice rooms and a medium-sized rehearsal room.

The main auditorium consists of 650 seats on the orchestra level and 250 seats in the balcony and box seating. Acoustical panels and drapes on the wall provide the best conditions possible for both live and recorded sound. Both the mainstage and the Black Box are used for various musical, theatrical, and dance productions.

Included in the construction is the BB&T Amphitheatre and the Beverly Hazelwood and Starr Ward Garden Courtyard. The amphitheatre accommodates 500 individuals.

The FMU Performing Arts Center is located on Dargan Street in Downtown Florence near the Drs. Bruce & Lee Foundation Library and the Florence Museum. For more information, please contact Bud Simmons at 843-661-1720.

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First Floor Lobby

Second Floor Lobby

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Florence County Museumwww.flocomuseum.org

The Florence County Museum (FCM) quickly has become one of city of Florence’s most distinct and recognizable buildings. The building was designed by the architectural firm Cooper Robertson of New York. The museum creates a physical connection between the new cultural landmarks along South Dargan Street and the historic commercial storefronts of Evans Street.

The U-shaped building surrounds a landscaped courtyard with two linear wings accessed by a dramatic double height lobby. The wings house space for educational programs, state-of-the-art collections processing and storage, and a dramatic public lobby.

The large outdoor courtyard creates an outdoor gallery for learning, as well as a beautiful setting for special events.

The Florence County Museum is generally available for rental before or after normal business hours with the Multi-Purpose Room available for rental during normal business hours. Consideration for each request is based upon the timing of the event in relation to the museum’s activities and current availability. The museum is available for rentals beginning at 5pm until 11pm.

The FCM is an ideal location for cocktail receptions, dinners, meetings, presentations, corporate events, weddings, wedding receptions, and other approved events. The FCM is unable to rent facilities for political events, events endorsing a candidate actively running for public office, campaigning purposes, and fundraising events for other arts organizations. For more information, please call 843-676-1200.

Benton Henry Photography

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The Palmetto Roomwww.thepalmettoroom.com

The Palmetto Room is a banquet room/event venue located in the heart of Florence. The Palmetto Room is the perfect place for special occasions and events, such as wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, bridal/baby showers, graduation parties, birthdays, anniversaries, etc. The tables and chairs may be dressed in any way to suit your special occasion.

The Palmetto Room can accommodate 100 people for a seated event and 125 people standing.

The Palmetto Room is located at 1803-B W. Palmetto St. To inquire about room rental packages, please call 843-230-4200 or email info@thepalmettoroom.com.

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Winona Placewww.fb.com/WinonaPlaceEvents

Winona Place features 150+ acres of green space and rustic barns ready to be rented for weddings, parties, luncheons and banquets. It serves as an elegant rustic-chic backdrop for any event, and is a perfect place for taking portraits.

Visitors will be impressed with the quaint guest house that features antiques, floor to ceiling custom built mirrors and beautiful chandeliers. The guest house accommodates 50 people for indoor events.

Winona Place staff can help with selecting one of the top caterers in the area for your event. Chairs, tables and linens should be provided by an outside vendor. Beer/Liquor is permitted for private groups only.

Renters who can provide proper identification will receive a 10 percent military discount.

Winona Place is located at 6636 E. Palmetto St., three miles from Francis Marion University. For more information, please call 843-687-5151 or email WinonaPlaceEvents@gmail.com.

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National Bean Market Museumwww.visitlakecitysc.com/venues

Built in 1936 by the Public Works Administration as part of Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s “New Deal,” the Lake City Bean Market rose to acclaim as the world’s largest truck auction of green beans in Lake City’s agricultural prime. Farmers drove to centrally located Lake City from all over the South to bring their bean crops to market; traders would then ship the beans north on one of the many freight trains that rolled through Lake City each day.

The Bean Market now serves as a multi-purpose cultural and community center at the heart of downtown Lake City. Residing across the street from the beautiful Village Green, the building has been completely restored to offer a unique and flexible rental space as a venue for conferences & meetings, weddings & receptions and private parties. The facility includes 8,500 square feet of space, with flexible setup options that include a 5,800-square-foot open floor, a 750-square-foot stage with a 14-foot projection screen with a sound system, and a convenient catering kitchen including ice maker. Banquet tables & chairs are available as well.

The Bean Market is located at 111 Henry Street in Lake City. For more information, please call 843-374-1500.

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Moore Farms Botanical Gardenwww.moorefarmsbg.org

The Fire Tower Center is available to rent for businesses, civic groups, garden clubs or photography sessions. This “green” building has modern architecture with a traditional Southern feel that makes it the perfect venue for professional events. These facilities are not available for wedding ceremonies, receptions or private parties at this time. Depending upon the event, the Event Room can hold up to 80 people. Please note that the dinner and reception areas will hold a maximum of 50 people. An 80” TV (Apple TV compatible on both PCs and Macs) with surround sound is available for presentations, internet, etc. The room size is 31.5 feet by 26.5 feet. The Sun Room is optimal for lunch after touring the garden. Comfortably holding 18 people, this area overlooks the fire tower gardens. The porch contains lighting and fans. The room size is 11 feet 4 ½ inches by 35 feet. Attached to the event room, the Catering Kitchen contains a full-sized refrigerator/freezer, dishwasher, microwave, oven/stove, ice machine, counter space, and a double sink. No other miscellaneous items may be used unless given express permission by the MFBG representative. A door leading to the outside parking lot facilitates catering access. The kitchen is included with rental of the Event Room and Outdoor Event Area at no additional cost. The Outdoor Event Area, a beautiful turfed space area surrounded by the Fire Tower Gardens, is conveniently located near the catering kitchen and restroom facilities. The Outdoor Event Area is the ideal venue for large outdoor gatherings. The maximum size tent this space can accommodate is 50 feet by 100 feet. This does not include the Event Room or Sun Room, which both require additional fees. Electricity and water hook ups are available. All reservations are booked through the Education and Events Manager. Please contact Rebecca Turk at 843-373-8068 or rturk@moorefarmsbg.org.

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Built in the 1920s, the “Ragsdale Old Building,” a former charcoal briquet warehouse, is now the go-to-venue for all large-scale events in Lake City. This 22,000 square foot facility that features newly added restrooms and warming kitchen with ice maker is tailor-made for weddings/receptions, community gatherings & trade shows.

A variety of banquet tables and black Chiavari chairs are available with facility rental as well, making planning that much easier & convenient.

The R.O.B. is located at 245 South Church Street in Lake City. For more information or to book, please call 843-374-0534 or email info@visitlakecitysc.com.

The R.O.B.www.visitlakecitysc.com/venues

The Caboose and Train Carwww.visitlakecitysc.com/venues

Looking for the ideal indoor/outdoor combo venue? All aboard the perfect place for a baby shower, birthday party, or any other small gathering!

The Caboose serves as a kitchen space with crushed ice maker, microwave, refrigerators & small freezer. The Train Car has 12 tables with 4 chairs each, plus 2 large stainless steel tables, all of which may be arranged as you like to suit your event. The Outdoor Deck is comfortably appointed with 5 picnic tables, all with stylish umbrellas, as well as spacious restrooms.

For an added “authentic railroad experience,” the Caboose & Train Car are located next to the train tracks that bisect the historic downtown.

The Caboose & Train Car are located at 104 East Thomas Street in Lake City. For more information, call 843-374-0534 or email info@visitlakecitysc.com.

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The Inn at the Crossroadswww.theinnatthecrossroads.com

The Inn at the Crossroads, located in historic Lake City, is located midway between Columbia and Myrtle Beach, and only 70 miles from Charleston. Lake City truly is at the crossroads of the state, lying directly on 378 and 20 miles from I-95.

Having always been proud of their past, now they bring the future of Lake City to life through the opening of the city’s first boutique inn, tying history with the present. Experience top-notch service in the heart of a charming community at The Inn at the Crossroads. The Stables is the main banquet hall with over 8,000 square feet of meeting space. This venue comfortably accommodates 200 guests and is attached to The Inn at the Crossroads. Additionally, there is a meeting room inside of the hotel that can accommodate up to 40 guests, depending on room setup. Behind the hotel there is a private courtyard that can be rented for private events. Catering for all meeting spaces is provided by Crossroads on Main, which is the restaurant located inside The Inn at the Crossroads. Crossroads on Main is also available for offsite catering as well. For more information or to book your event, contact Don Singletary at 843-394-2100.

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The Stables at The Inn at the Crossroadswww.visitlakecitysc.com/venues

The William McClam Livery Stables have been renovated to serve as an 8,000 square foot venue perfect for parties, receptions, and meetings. It features a full catering kitchen offering catering exclusively through The Inn at The Crossroads’ in-house restaurant, Crossroads on Main.

Banquet tables and chairs are available onsite, and events may be catered for up to 250 people. Crossroads on Main is also available for offsite catering as well.

The Stables at The Inn at the Crossroads is located at 128 West Main Street in Lake City. For more information or to book, call 843-374-0534 or email info@visitlakecitysc.com.

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Opened in 2011, the Ronald E. McNair Life History Center is a museum that pays tribute to the life of Dr. McNair, a Lake City-born astronaut and physicist who died in the Space Shuttle Challenger explosion in 1986.

The 800 square foot facility features a classroom-style arrangement perfect for lectures or meetings for up to 40 participants. Want to hold a cocktail reception instead? No problem! That classroom setup can change to suit your needs.

The Ronald E. McNair Life History Center is located at 235 East Main Street in Lake City. For more information, call 843-374-0534 or email info@visitlakecitysc.com.

Ronald E. McNair Life History Center

www.visitlakecitysc.com/venues

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Looking for a cool, funky outdoor setting for a cocktail reception? Look no further than Theatre Park in the heart of downtown, historic Lake City.

Tables & chairs are onsite, as are a wonderful water feature, a colorful floral sculpture made of spoons, and lovely landscaping courtesy of the horticulture staff at Moore Farms Botanical Garden. Impress your guests with an unforgettable afternoon reception held in this special downtown spot.

Theatre Park is located at 110 West Main Street in Lake City. For more information, call 843-374-0534 or email info@visitlakecitysc.com.

Theatre Parkwww.visitlakecitysc.com/venues

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Meet & Eat

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Victors has been proudly serving the great people of the Pee Dee for over a decade. During that time Victors has also been recognized by the readers of the (Florence) Morning News as “Best of the Pee Dee” in many categories. Additionally, Victors is the only restaurant in Florence to enjoy the distinction of receiving the “Wine Spectator Award of Excellence,” for the second year in a row.

Victors is committed to providing the freshest local fruits, vegetables, seafood and hand cut steaks available. Whether you’re seeking fresh baked breakfast pastries, fast affordable lunch options, elegant dinner fare, organic coffee, or something stronger from the bar, Victors has you covered. Enjoy “Fine Comfortable Dining” for any occasion.

Victors and Hotel Florence has fast become “The Place” to have events of any size. Whether it’s a corporate retreat, recruiting dinner, social function, or the wedding of the year, Victors will exceed all your expectations.

Locally owned and operated. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, seven days a week.

For more information, please call 843-665-0846 or visit www.victorsflorence.com.

Victors126 W. Evans St. - 843-665-0846

2 private dining rooms, largest space seats 150

If you’ve never tasted shrimp and grits, you don’t know what you’re missing! And plenty of folks in Florence agree that Red Bone Alley has the recipe to beat.

Red Bone Alley is a unique Florence eatery that is famous for its decor and Southern fusion menu. The restaurant itself consists of two floors with an interior that recreates the outdoor experience of Charleston. There are Lowcountry landscape murals painted by artist David Boatwright, a back porch with glowing lanterns, an upstairs balcony overlooking the alley, and a children’s area complete with an old ice cream truck.

If the space itself doesn’t persuade you, the menu will. Red Bone Alley is famous for much more than its Lowcountry Shrimp and Grits. Customers pour in for entrees such as their Grilled Sweet Tea Marinated Pork Chop and Pimento Cheese Burger.

Red Bone Alley prepares all of its entrees to order, and uses only the freshest local ingredients. For example, the rice comes from a plantation in neighboring Darlington County.

For more information, please call 843-673-0035 or visit www.redbonealley.com.

Red Bone Alley1903 W. Palmetto St. - 843-673-0035 1 private meeting space, seats 30

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Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers was founded in 1974 in Atlanta, Georgia. For over 40 years, Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers has been serving up fresh, stone-baked pizzas to order in an eclectic, art-filled, and family-friendly environment. Each Mellow is locally owned and operated and provides a unique feel focused around great customer service and high-quality food.

Known for its tasty pizza and funky, hippie-style atmosphere, Mellow Mushroom’s mission is to provide delicious food in a fun and creative environment. They are the originators of hand tossed, stone baked classic Southern pizza. Their spring water crust is unique and flavorful, and all of their pies are made with high quality, fresh ingredients.

The Florence location features a special menu just for locals. Our favorite is The Caesar Pie, an olive oil and garlic base pie featuring all-natural pesto chicken, provolone, mozzarella, and feta topped with a Caesar salad and Roma tomatoes.

For more information, please call 843-407-1442 or visit www.fb.com/MellowFlorence.

Mellow Mushroom20 Dunbarton Drive - 843-407-1442

1 private dining room, seats 40

Led by executive chef Bobby Hodge, Town Hall is a new Southern-inspired, farm-driven restaurant. Locally and responsibly raised beef, pork and seafood options are prepared on the open wood-fire grille and are served alongside family-style sides.

Town Hall is able to cater to private parties, corporate groups and special functions for up to 50 people cocktail reception style. With ample space and state-of-the-art AV capabilities, the private dining room at Town Hall provides a versatile destination for your next meeting or special event.

Located in the historic Kress corner on West Evans and South Dargan streets, Town Hall also offers an extensive list of American spirits, local beer, fine wines and well-balanced cocktails.

For more information, please visit www.townhallflorence.com, or to inquire about your next private gathering, contact general manager Terell Ham at tham@theindigoroad.com.

Town Hall101 W. Evans St. - 843-472-5203 1 private dining room, seats 40

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Hibachi Grill & Supreme Buffet caters to the taste buds of nearly everyone, offering a unique array of Chinese, Italian, American, Japanese and Mexican foods. Their buffets offer more than 200 menu items, and include dessert items as well as a fresh salad and fruit bar.

When you arrive, you can expect to see traditional Chinese items like Sesame Chicken, General Tso Chicken and Beef Pepper Steak. However, also expect to see items like potato skins, cheese sticks and pepperoni pizza.

As if the buffets weren’t enough, the restaurant’s main attraction is their hibachi grill, which gives folks the opportunity to have their food freshly prepared in front of them using stir-frying techniques. Customers can select various meats and vegetables to be cooked, and they wait while their food is prepared just to their liking.

There is also a sushi bar with a variety of rolls, such as tuna, shrimp, California or cucumber.

And best of all, the atmosphere at Hibachi Grill is casual and suits almost every individual, family or business group.

Hibachi Grill & Supreme Buffet

2600 David H. McLeod Blvd. - 843-667-8228 1 private dining room, seats 72

If you don’t know who Shoney Bear® is, you should stop in at a Shoney’s restaurant in Florence where they’ve been serving families for 60 years.

Shoney’s is famous for its multiple buffets and one-of-a-kind strawberry pie. They offer a breakfast and lunch/ dinner buffet as well as special buffets like brunch or seafood. They also offer a plentiful cold bar where you can make your very own strawberry shortcake or customize a fresh salad with all the fixings.

A typical Shoney’s breakfast can include fluffy, buttermilk pancakes; fresh fruit; and biscuits with sausage gravy. You can even have eggs “your way” straight from the kitchen to your table. For lunch, dive into cubed steak with peppers and onions, golden fried chicken or homemade meatloaf. If you dine in on Friday nights, you can enjoy their seafood buffet that includes peel and eat shrimp, baked fish and deviled crab.

If you’re not in the mood for the buffet, try a classic entree from their menu like an All-American Burger or Country Fried Steak.

For your next meeting, book a private room at Shoney’s in Florence, and enjoy their famous buffet.

Shoney’s2101 W. Lucas St. - 843-679-5935

1 private meeting space, seats 45

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At the Thunderbird Inn Country Buffet Restaurant, you can expect a whole lot of meeting space and a whole lot of good Southern cooking.

The country buffet changes daily at the Thunderbird, but every day you can expect classics such as golden fried chicken, homemade cornbread, made-from-scratch biscuits, and fresh-picked peach cobbler. Included in the country buffet is a fresh salad bar, as well as a fruit bar, dessert bar and ice cream machine.

Since the buffet changes daily, you’ll be able to sample local favorites such as fried fish, homemade macaroni and cheese, spaghetti, and chicken and dumplings. And don’t forget about the must-have sides, such as rice & giblet gravy, green beans, yams or collards.

The Thunderbird Inn Country Buffet Restaurant also offers a breakfast buffet from 6 to 10:30am daily. The breakfast buffet is included in a night’s stay at the inn!

The lunch and dinner buffet is offered from 11am to 9:30pm. Every Monday and Wednesday is ‘Ladies Day’ where women ages 11-and-up can dine on the buffet at a discounted rate. The same deal is offered to seniors (ages 60 and up) on Tuesday and Thursday.

Thunderbird Country Buffet Restaurant

2004 W. Lucas St. - 843-669-1611 Largest square footage 2000, 200 private seating

At Schoolhouse Bar-B-Que you can expect a warm and friendly wait staff, a nostalgic atmosphere, and of course all the Southern delights your tummy craves. Set in an old historic schoolhouse, Schoolhouse Bar-B-Que has been serving the great folks of the Pee Dee area for 16 years.

At Schoolhouse you can always find zesty, vinegar-based barbecue on the buffet, as well as fried chicken, chicken bog, chicken and dumplings, and sweet potato souffle. You’ll also have fresh biscuits and cornbread to choose from, as well as several Southern side dishes.

But the folks at Schoolhouse like to mix it up a little bit too. They have a seafood buffet on Friday nights, and include fresh baked ham and roast beef on the Sunday buffet. Occasionally they’ll also offer smoked sausage, country style steak and gravy, meatloaf and spaghetti.

And don’t forget about dessert. Schoolhouse is also serving up plenty of sweet treats alongside their barbecue buffet, such as peach cobbler, banana pudding and soft serve vanilla ice cream.

Schoolhouse, open Thursday through Sunday, offers two unique meeting spaces, both of which are full of history and nostalgic memorabilia.

Schoolhouse BBQ2252 U.S. 52, Scranton - 843-389-2020

2 private meeting spaces, largest space can seat 200

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Rental Guide

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FloristsA & B Florist

843-669-0758 - www.fb.com/AB-Florist Allie’s Florist & Gifts

843-669-8528 - www.alliesflorist.comBetty’s Flower Shop

843-662-4595Consider the Lilies

843-72-5202 - www.fb.com/ConsidertheLiliesflorenceFlowers By Starks

843-662-4165 - www.flowersbystarks.comLady Bug Florists

843-661-5350

Margaret’s Florist 843-662-0615

Mary’s Flowers 843-669-5557

Mums The Word Florist 843-662-4885 - www.afloristmumstheword.com

Rainbow Florist 843-731-9239 - www. florencerainbowflorist.com

Tally’s Flowers & Gifts 843-662-1504 - www.tallysflowersandgifts.com

Wildflowers By Ellen 843-673-0850 - www.fb.com/Wildflowers-by-Ellen

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Party RentalsComplete Rental

843-667-9608 - www.completerentalsc.comParty-in-a-Tent

843-536-0293 - www.fb.comPartyinatentWade Entertainment

843-250-5309 - www.wadeentertainment.com

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Local CaterersCain’s BBQ

843-662-8991 - www.cainsbbq.comJulia Belle’s

843-407-4686 - www.fb.com/julia-belles-restaurantLobster Express

843-799-2468 - www.lobsterexpressco.comOsborne’s

843-413-3001 - www.osbornesinc.comRoger’s BBQ 843-667-9291

Starfire Grill Restaurant 843-661-7827 - www.fb.com/starfiregrillrestaurant

Stefano’s Pizza Restaurant 843-664-9191 - www.stefanosflorence.com

Top Hat Special-Teas 843-629-8326 - www.fb.com/tophatspecialteas

TownHouse Restaurant 843-669-5083 - www.townhouse-restaurant.com

Venus Restaurant & Catering 843-669-9977 - www.venusrestaurantandcatering.com

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Ashcraft Studio 843-332-3131 - www.ashcraftstudio.com

Brooklyn McDermott 423-421-2784 - www.brooklynmcdermottphotography.com

Carolina Hot Shots 843-230-2855 - www.fb.com/CarolinaHotShots.Photography

Carolina Moments Photography 843-250-0345 - www.CarolinaMomentsPhotography.com

Christopher Neal Photography 843-687-0416 - www.christophernealphotography.com

Collin M Smith Photography 843-665-4646 - www.cmsmithportraits.com

Devin Eldred Photography 843-621-2563

Florentine Photography Studio 843-453-9522 - Cynthia0412@aol.com

Foto Flo Studio 843-617-2585 - www.fb.com/FotoFloPhoto

Fotos by Faren 843-616-2325 - www.fotosbyfaren.com

Fred Salley Photography 843-665-4460 - www.fredsalleyphoto.com

Golden Clicks Photography 843-992-3118 - www.fb.com/RGPPhotography

J Craig 803-468-1785 - www.jcraigphoto.com

Jennifer Collins Photography Jencoll2006@gmail.com - www.JenniferCollinsPhotography.com

Jessi Fender Photography + Films 843-229-3594 - www.vimeo.com/channels/jessifender

Klein Style Photography 843-617-1238

Liz Odom Photography 843-260-2641 www.lizodomphotography.com

Meade Agency 843-407-6046 - www.meadeagency.cc

Mike Eaddy Photography 843-598-1797 - www.mikeeaddy.com

Misty Brogdon Photography 843-615-4603 - www.MistyBrogdonPhotography.com

Morgan + Wes Photo & Cinema 843-230-2499 - www.morganandwes.com

Pamela Glass Photography 843-245-7750 - www.pamelaglass.com

Photographs by Andrea 843-639-7884 - www.photographsbyandrea.com

Reflection Images by Tracy Rowell 843-453-0239 - www.reflectionimages.com

Snapsterbooth 888-769-3826 - www.snapsterbooth.com

Trish Munn Photography 843-618-5402 - www.trishmunnphotography.com

Truelight Photography 843-252-0001 - www.truelightphoto.com

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Affordable Suites 843-679-3344; fax, 843-679-3006 530 Woody Jones Blvd. Florence, 29501

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Affordable Suites offers free internet access, expanded cable, and a full kitchen in each suite. There are grilling areas, a laundry facility and weekly housekeeping. Daily, weekly, and monthly rates are available.

Ambrias Garden Manor Bed & Breakfast 843-661-6060 111 Kuker Street Florence, 29501

3 1 300 30 30 30 Y Y 3 4 164

Ambrias Garden Manor Bed & Breakfast is easily accessible from Interstate I-95 and located in Downtown Florence. Room amenities include cable television, complimentary robes, and an evening turn down service. A full breakfast is included in your stay.

Baymont Inn & Suites 843-468-9994; fax, 843-468-9993 1826 W. Lucas Street Florence, 29501

112 9 4 Y Y Y 5 4 164

Baymont Inn and Suites has 112 rooms with high speed wireless, complimentary deluxe breakfast with waffles, a business center, and an outdoor pool.

Best Western 843-678-9292; fax, 843-678-9990 1808 W. Lucas Street Florence, 29501

73 4 Y Y Y 5 4 164

The Best Western has 73 rooms, all featuring high-speed Internet, a microwave, and a refrigerator. The hotel offers a complimentary hot breakfast and outdoor pool.

Comfort Suites 843-662-5295 2120 W. Lucas Street Florence, 29501

77 77 6 1 1400 75 60 60 Y Y Y Y 5 4 164

Comfort Suites has 77 suites and offers complimentary breakfast, a fitness room, and a swimming pool. Guests will enjoy the following amenities free of charge: wireless high-speed Internet access, a weekday newspaper, local calls, and coffee in the lobby.

Country Inn & Suites 843-317-6616; fax, 843-317-9864 1739 Mandeville Road Florence, 29501

80 4 4 2 40 25 Y Y 5 4 164

Country Inn and Suites offers 80 spacious suites with free high-speed Internet, a HDTV, complimentary hot breakfast, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. Business center on site.

Courtyard by Marriott 843-662-7066; fax, 843-662-6949 2680 Hospitality Blvd. Florence, 29501

90 3 5 1 Y Y Y 8 .1 160

The Courtyard offers 90 hotel rooms and each room has an LG flat screen television, a desk, mini fridge, microwave and coffee maker. Dine in the on-site bistro and enjoy the full-service bar in the evenings. Courtyard proudly brews Starbucks specialty coffees and teas 24/7. A 24-hour fitness room, an indoor pool and a hot tub are available.

Days Inn - Florence Center 843-669-1666; fax, 843-669-0942 140 Dunbarton Road Florence, 29501

129 1 7 1 500 16 10 10 Y Y Y 7 .3 160

The Days Inn - Florence Center offers 129 rooms, and is conveniently located near the Magnolia Mall and in walking distance of Outback Steakhouse. Each room is wired for high-speed Internet, and a deluxe continental breakfast is provided. A full-service business center is available.

Days Inn, North 843-665-4444 ; fax, 843-665-4444 2111 W. Lucas Street Florence, 29501

103 5 4 Y Y Y 5 4 164

The Days Inn has a microwave and fridge in each of the 103 rooms. Outdoor pool and wireless Internet available. Free continental breakfast.

Days Inn 843-394-3269; fax, 843-394-2670 170 S. Ron McNair Blvd. Lake City, 29560

30 1 2 1 480 30 30 30 Y Y Y Y 25 26 135

The Lake City Days Inn features free Wi-Fi and continental breakfasts, a 24-hour front desk and laundry service, and a seasonal outdoor pool. Jacuzzi suites and handicapped-accessible rooms are available.

Econolodge 843-665-4558; fax, 843-662-3022 1920 W. Lucas Street Florence, 29501

162 8 8 1 900 50 40 24 Y Y Y 5 4 164

Econolodge offers 162 well-maintained rooms and a gathering room for up to 40 guests. Free high-speed wireless Internet, an exercise room, and an outdoor pool are provided.

Fairfield Inn & Suites 843-665-4488; fax, 843-665-4458 501 Woody Jones Blvd Florence, 29501

36 16 4 Y Y Y Y 8 .3 160

Fairfield Inn & Suites is conveniently located 1.1 miles off Interstates 95 and 20. In each of our 86 guest rooms we offer a mini-fridge, microwave, coffee maker, and a flat screen television with access to Netflix®, Hulu®, and more. #StayAmazing at Fairfield with their fresh hot breakfast, including waffles!

Fairview Inn 843-799-0859; fax, 843-799-0862 1811 W. Lucas Street Florence, 29501

60 1 1 1 30 Y Y Y 4 4 164

Fairview Inn offers 60 guest rooms, one suite, two adjoining rooms and a meeting space for up to 30 guests. A free breakfast of bagels, toast, cereal, fruit and coffee is offered every morning from 6-9am and an indoor pool is available for recreation from 10am-10pm.

Florence Inn & Suites 843-664-9494; fax, 843-665-7510 3821 Bancroft Road Florence, 29501

51 2 1 Y Y Y 8 3 157

Florence Inn & Suites offers expanded cable TV in its 51 rooms and provides a deluxe continental breakfast. Seasonal outdoor pool on site.

Hampton Inn & Suites, North 843-662-7000; fax, 843-661-5150 1735 Stokes Road Florence, 29501

136 7 1 2100 208 144 144 Y Y Y Y 5 4 164

Hampton Inn & Suites is located near Darlington Raceway. In addition to free wireless Internet, a fitness room, indoor pool, and meeting spaces, the Hampton Inn’s 136 rooms offer the Cloud Nine Hampton bed experience and On the House® hot breakfast.

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Hampton Inn & Suites 843-629-9900; fax, 843-629-8907 3000 W. Radio Drive Florence, 29501

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Hampton Inn and Suites offers 82 rooms with a business center, outdoor pool, and complimentary On The House® hot breakfast. Make use of the high-speed wireless Internet and meeting rooms with A/V equipment. Work out in the fitness center and relax with the Cloud Nine bed experience.

Hilton Garden Inn 843-432-3001; fax, 843-432-3003 2671 Hospitality Blvd. Florence, 29501

186 15 8 3 1421 140 108 126 1 Y Y Y 7 .3 160

Hilton Garden Inn includes a hospitality center that features a microwave, fridge, and coffee maker. Each guestroom has a laptop safe, cable TV and JapanTV. Complimentary high-speed wireless Internet and business center. An indoor saltwater pool, whirlpool, and exercise room are on site.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Florence Center 843-432-1500; fax, 843-432-1501 3440 W. Radio Drive Florence, 29501

87 20 5 1 672 50 40 30 Y Y Y Y 7 .3 160

Holiday Inn Express & Suites offers 87 rooms with complimentary high speed internet and HDTV’s providing 41 full HD channels. A saline indoor pool and hot tub as well as an outdoor patio are available for relaxation. Rooms are complete with a microwave and fridge, and deluxe breakfast is complimentary.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Hwy 327 843-629-9779; fax, 843-629-9774 2101 Florence Harllee Blvd. Florence, 29506

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Holiday Inn Express is located in the Pee Dee Electric Industrial park. All 86 rooms have a HDTV with premium cable, high-speed wired and wireless internet, and micro/fridge. A fitness center, sundry shop, 24 hour business center, media room, outdoor patio with grill and fire pit, and indoor pool are available.

Home2 Suites By Hilton 843-664-9008; fax, 843-664-9007 900 Woody Jones Blvd. Florence, 29501

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Home2 Suites by Hilton offers 83 suites featuring iPhone/iPad/iPod docking stations, microwaves, refrigerators, dishwashers and microwavable cookware. There are two decks with grills, fire pits, walking paths and lounge areas, and an indoor, heated, saline pool. Purchase food, drinks and other items at the Home2 Market.

Homewood Suites by Hilton 843-407-1600; fax 843-407-1601 3450 W. Radio Drive Florence, 29501

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Cutting edge and inviting is just the start of what our new Homewood Suites has to offer! Location is everything and we are conveniently located near I-95, I-20, the Florence Center and Magnolia Mall.

Hotel Florence 843-629-0100; fax, 843-334-0229 126 W. Evans Street Florence, 29501

64 8 4 4 2200 200 125 164 Y Y Y 3 4.6 160

Hotel Florence offers guests a unique boutique experience with an uptown flair in Downtown Florence. Hotel Florence has 64 guest rooms, each different in their own way, along with many amenities such as an in-house restaurant, Victors, offering breakfast, lunch and dinner with a full-service bar. There’s also The Spa at Hotel Florence that offers massages, facials, manicures and pedicures.

Howard Johnson 843-669-4241; fax, 843-665-8883 2038 W. Lucas Street Florence, 29501

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Howard Johnson provides a microwave and fridge in each of its 179 rooms. Free hot buffet breakfast and 24-hour business center provided.

Hyatt Place 100 E. Evans Street Florence, 29501 opening 4th quarter of 2018

103 2 7 2 860 80 40 60 Y Y Y Y 3 4.6 160

Coming 4th quarter of 2018. Located in the heart of Florence’s Downtown Historic District, the Hyatt Place will offer 5 stories with 103 spacious guest rooms. Hyatt Place is an upscale select-service brand with AM/PM food service and bar, 24-hour fitness and business center, complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the entire hotel and an outdoor terrace overlooking downtown.

The Inn at the Crossroads 843-394-2100 128 W. Main Street Lake City, 29560

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Inn at the Crossroads offers guests a boutique experience in downtown Lake City. Surrounded by several shopping areas, The Inn at the Crossroads offers 57 rooms and a full service restaurant open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as a lounge open Monday-Saturday evenings.

Knights Inn 843-292-9107 1834 W. Lucas Street Florence, 29501

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Knights Inn has an outdoor pool and high-speed wireless Internet, and kids stay for free. Complimentary coffee is always available to guests.

La Quinta Inn & Suites 843-629-1111 2123 W. Lucas Street Florence, 29501

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La Quinta Inn & Suites offers 84 oversized rooms with high-speed wireless Internet, microwave/fridges, complimentary hot breakfasts, an outdoor pool, fitness center, business center, and meeting space.

Lake City Inn 843-394-8400 202 N. Ron McNair Blvd. Lake City, 29560

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A continental breakfast is included with your stay at the Lake City Inn, and each room has a microwave, refrigerator, and free Wi-Fi.

Microtel 843-629-9522; fax, 843-667-1287 1912 Enterprise Street Florence, 29501

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Microtel offers 62 interior corridor rooms with free local and long distance within the continental US. Extended continental breakfast, free wireless internet, and cable TV with HBO are provided.

Motel 6 843-662-9421 831 S. Irby Street Florence, 29501

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Motel 6 has an outdoor pool and high speed wireless for a nominal fee. Kids stay for free.

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Motel 6 843-669-1611; fax, 843-673-9033 2004 W. Lucas Street Florence, 29501

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Motel 6 is a 134-room motel featuring an outdoor pool. The Phoenix Bar and Grill is open late, and you won’t leave hungry from The Thunderbird Country Buffet Restaurant.

Olive’s Bed & Breakfast 843-598-1020 1316 Dennis Road Lake City, 29560

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At Olive’s you will enjoy the simple pleasures of country living without sacrificing modern-day amenities. www.olivesbedandbreakfast.com

Quality Inn & Suites 843-664-2400; fax, 843-669-7510 150 Dunbarton Drive Florence, 29501

80 3 4 1 720 30 30 30 Y Y Y 7 .25 160

The Quality Inn has 80 rooms adjacent to the Magnolia Mall, and is a quarter mile from the Florence Center. The hotel offers a complimentary hot breakfast, a microwave, and refrigerator in each room, as well as an exercise room and outdoor pool.

Ramada Inn 843-665-4555; fax, 843-665-4005 1819 W. Lucas Street Florence, 29501

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The Ramada Inn offers complimentary deluxe continental breakfast, or a choice of dining in its full-service restaurant. Each room has cable TV with HBO and ESPN, high-speed wireless Internet, a microwave, and refrigerator. A business center, exercise room, and an outdoor pool are available.

Red Roof Inn 843-678-9000; fax, 843-667-1267 2690 David McLeod Blvd. Florence, 29501

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The most economical choice for accommodations in the Florence Center area, the 112 rooms recently have been renovated.

Residence Inn by Marriott 843-468-2800; fax, 843-468-2900 2660 Hospitality Blvd. Florence, 29501

94 94 5 1 650 40 30 30 Y Y Y Y Y Y 8 .1 160

Residence Inn offers 94 suites 50% larger than a standard hotel room. Each suite has a sleeper sofa, an LG flat screen television, living area, refrigerator and freezer with ice maker, dishwasher, garbage disposal, and range. Amenities include complimentary breakfast, pool and patio area, business center and fitness center.

Security Inn & Suites 843-374-7666 319 Sumter Street Lake City, 29560

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Security Inn & Suites offers 21 of the area’s largest rooms. Each room features a HDTV with free HBO, full-sized refrigerators, microwaves, in-room coffee, and Wi-Fi. Security Inn & Suites also offers family rooms featuring three full size beds. www.securityinn.net

Sleep Inn 843-662-8558; fax, 843-662-3602 1833 Florence Park Drive, Florence, 29501

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Sleep Inn has 106 interior corridor rooms, each featuring a microwave and refrigerator. The Inn offers continental breakfast with waffles, high-speed Internet, an outdoor swimming pool and an exercise room.

SpringHill Suites by Marriott 843-317-9050; fax, 843-317-9025 2670 Hospitality Blvd. Florence, 29501

95 95 4 Y Y Y Y 8 .1 160

SpringHill Suites offers 95 suites 25% larger than a standard hotel room, each featuring a full-size sleeper sofa, LCD flat screen television, and desk with an ergonomic chair. In-room amenities include a mini refrigerator, microwave, wet bar and coffee maker. A complimentary deluxe breakfast is served every morning.

Staybridge Suites 843-519-5200 150 Westpark Drive Florence, 29501 opening summer of 2018

112 112 10 3 2600 300 175 225 Y Y Y Y Y 7.5 .3 160

Staybridge Suites extended stay hotel offers one bedroom, two bedroom and studio suites. Amenities include evening socials, complimentary hot breakfast, laundry facilities, fitness room, meeting and banquet facilities, and a gorgeous pool w/ firepit & cookout area.

Suburban Extended Stay 843-665-2575 1914 W. Lucas Street Florence, 29501

167 24 4 1 1 Y Y Y 5 4 164

The Suburban Extended Stay offers well-equipped kitchens and free high-speed wireless Internet in each of its 167 rooms. Free local calls and weekly maid service are provided. There is 24-hour guest laundry, a picnic area with grills, and an outdoor area with a pool/whirlpool.

Super 8 Motel 843-661-7267; fax, 843-676-9338 1832 W. Lucas Street Florence, 29501

67 4 Y Y 5 4 164

The Super 8 has free continental breakfast, high-speed Internet and a pool.

TownePlace Suites by Marriott 843-407-9400; fax, 843-407-9401 2650 Hospitality Blvd. Florence, 29501

89 89 1 1 628 60 38 48 Y Y Y Y Y 8 .3 160

TownePlace Suites is an extended stay property featuring 89 fun and functional suites. This pet-friendly property offers a complimentary continental breakfast, fitness center and outdoor pool. Every suite offers fully equipped kitchens, to include a refrigerator/freezer, sink, dishwasher, microwave and range. Enjoy the TownePlace Suites In a Pinch® market with snacks and beverages as well as the 24-hour business center.

Travelodge 843-665-8550; fax, 843-673-0070 3783 W. Palmetto Street Florence, 29501

110 2 1 Y Y Y Y 8 3 157

Travelodge has 110 recently renovated rooms with extended cable TV, refrigerators, and microwavse. Complimentary Bear Bites continental breakfast is provided. Outdoor seasonal pool.

Tru by Hilton 843-629-7050 2140 W. Lucas Street Florence, 29501

98 Y Y Y Y Y 5 4 164

Tru by Hilton offers complimentary breakfast and Wi-Fi, an indoor saline pool, patio with grill and fire pit, a game room, fitness room, laundry facility, and 24/7 market.

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1720 Burger Bar850 Woody Jones Boulevard, Florence, 843-662-3416, www.1720burgerbar.com

Apple Annies Deli & Pub1720 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-669-6247

B’Back BBQ3609 U.S. Highway 52, Coward, 843-389-7447, www.fb.com/BBACKBBQ

Baker’s Sweets118 E. Main Street, Lake City, 843-374-1800, www.bakerssweets.netBarnhouse Restaurant & Lounge1228 W. Turbeville Highway, Lake City, 843-389-9694

Barnett’s Gas & Grill203 McCutcheon Road, Lake City, 843-374-8032Bazen’s Family Restaurant704 S. Irby Street, Florence, 843-629-9818

Big John’s622 Walnut Street, Pamplico, 843-493-0503, www.fb.com/bigjohnsgrill

Block & Vino2001 Hoffmeyer Road, Florence, 843-665-8858, www.blockandvino.com

Boxcar Market163 W. Evans Street, Florence, 843-731-9428, www.fb.com/boxcarmarketBrown’s Bar-B-Que Smokehouse1243 W. Lucas Street, Florence, 843-731-9142

Buffalo Wild Wings2599 David H. McLeod Boulevard, Florence, 843-292-8995, www.buffalowildwings.com

Burgers N Dogs914 S. Cashua Drive, Florence, 843-407-4646

Cain’s Bar-B-Q1502 Pamplico Highway, Florence, 843-662-8991, www.fb.com/cainsbbq

Cartoni’s Pizza2112 U.S. Highway 52, Scranton, 843-389-4044, www.fb.com/cartonis

Chic Restaurant319 N. Georgetown Highway, Johnsonville, 843-386-2411

Chili’s3015 W. Radio Drive, Florence, 843-413-6059, www.chilis.com

Chipotle Mexican Grill2617 David McLeod Boulevard, Florence, 843-773-3104, www.chipotle.com

China Buffet204 W. Main Street, Lake City, 843-394-5583

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China King246 Kelley Street, Lake City, 843-374-8888

China Wok360 N. Cashua Drive, Florence, 843-430-5423ChopStix Japanese Express914 S. Cashua Drive, Florence, 843-407-4646

Chuck E. Cheese’s2701 David H. McLeod Boulevard, Florence, 843-679-9436, www.chuckecheese.com

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1270 Celebration Boulevard, Florence, 843-799-0500, www.ciboflorence.com

Cici’s Pizza1945 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-413-0600, www.cicis.com

City Grill & Sports Bar260 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-407-1519, www.fb.com/843CityGrill

Clean Eatz2437 Willwood Drive, Florence, 843-777-3131, www.fb.com/cleaneatzflorencesc

The Clubhouse Grill160 Club Circle, Lake City, 843-374-2582

Coast Line Cafe360 N. Irby Street, Florence, 843-664-3636, www.coastline-cafe.comCorona Mexican Restaurant2029 W. Evans Street, Florence, 843-665-6508Cowboy’s Famous Ribs & Chicken 2822 Alligator Road, Effingham, 843-319-3503, www.cowboysfamousrac.com

Cracker Barrel1824 W. Lucas Street, Florence, 843-662-9023, www.crackerbarrel.com

Crossroads on Main128 W. Main Street, Lake City, 843-374-2100, www.theinnatthecrossroads.com

D’Z Pit BBQ Cafe5248 E. Old Marion Highway, Florence, 843-230-0953

Da Massimo821 S. Irby Street, Florence, 843-472-5262, www.fb.com/DaMassimoRistoranteItaliano

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit2003 W. Lucas Street, Florence, 843-407-6129, www.dickeys.com

The Dispensary101 W. Evans Street, Florence, 843-472-5203, www.thedispensaryflorence.com

Dolce Vita Cafe & More160 S. Dargan Street, Florence, 843-407-5365, www.fb.com/dolcevitacafeandmore

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Don Jose Mexican2020 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-673-6988, www.fb.com/DonJoseMexicanRestaurant

The Drive-In135 E. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-669-5141, www.thebestdrivein.com

Eggs Up Grill250 N. Beltline Drive Unit 70, Florence, 843-480-0816, www.fb.com/EUGFlorence

El San Jose275 W. Main Street, Lake City, 843-394-5522

Fatz2007 W. Lucas Street, Florence, 843-413-9186, www.fatz.com

Five Guys1940 Hoffmeyer Road, Florence, 843-667-6207, www.fiveguys.com

Firehouse Subs2108 S. Irby Street, Florence, 843-679-96333007-B W. Radio Drive, Florence, 843-669-1411, www.firehousesubs.com

Flavors of India137 E. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-472-5222, www.flavorsofindiaflorence.com

Freeman’s Bakery1307G Second Loop Road, Florence, 843-662-3903, www.freemansbakerysc.com

Garden Grille & Bar2671 Hospitality Boulevard, Florence, 843-432-3001, www.hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com

George’s Drive In406 E. Smith Street, Timmonsville, 843-346-2381, www.fb.com/georgestimmonsville

Golden Corral2510 David McLeod Boulevard, Florence, 843-661-1021, www.goldencorral.com

Golden Crown Chinese300 Whitman Avenue, Florence, 843-679-3838

Golden Dragon1938 W. Evans Street, Florence, 843-662-8899

Goody Chinese902 E. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-413-9555Green Acres Country Market2902 Golden Pond Lane, Florence, 843-661-5155, www.fb.com/GreenAcresCountryMarket

Groucho’s Deli800 E. Cheves Street, Florence, 843-665-42371725 A W. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-292-1559, www.grouchos.comHam’s Seafood Market and Restaurant2215 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-662-0111Hibachi Grill & Supreme Buffet2600 David McLeod Boulevard, Florence, 843-667-8228, www.hibachigrillflorence.com

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Honey Baked Ham2151 W. Evans Street, Florence, 843-629-8899, www.myhoneybakedstore.com

Huddle House1904 W. Evans Street, Florence, 843-667-88981832 W. Lucas Street, Florence, 843-662-0844400 Pamplico Highway, Florence, 843-799-1985218 N. Ron McNair Boulevard, Lake City, 843-394-5195, www.huddlehouse.comHwy 55 Burgers, Shakes & Fries104 Woody Jones Boulevard, Florence, 843-667-9860, www.fb.com/hwy55florence

Icing Ink3360 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-407-1470, www.fb.com/IcingInk

IHOP2699 David McLeod Boulevard, Florence, 843-629-9999, www.ihop.com

The Iron Skillet3001 TV Road, Florence, 843-669-5736, www.fb.com/IronSkilletFlorence

J. Michael’s2015 W. Evans Street, Florence, 843-661-7040

Jack’s Place1520 American Drive, Florence, 843-669-2320, www.fb.com/jacksplacescJarrito’s Family Mexican Restaurant114 W. Main Street, Lake City, 843-374-0084Jazmin’s Mexican Restaurant114 S. Ron McNair Boulevard, Lake City, 843-374-7032

Jin Jin Chinese3208 E. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-667-5177

Julia Belle’s2513 W. Lucas Street, Florence, 843-407-4686, www.juliabellesrestaurant.com

Jumpin J’s898 S. Irby Street, Florence, 843-665-8440, www.jumpinjsrestaurant.comKaleen’s HomemadeFavorites812 S. Cashua Drive, Florence, 843-206-4828, www.fb.com/KaleensHomemadeFavorites

King Jefe Taco Bar134 S. Irby Street, Florence, 843-407-7695, www.kingjefe.com

La Bamba/Margarita’s490 Second Loop Road, Florence, 843-292-0055 842 Woody Jones Boulevard, Florence, 843-662-6922, www.fb.com/LaBambaSecondLoop

Lamplighter Restaurant415 S. Irby Street, Florence, 843-669-5921, www.fb.com/TheLamplighterinFlorence

Lavelle’s Diner359 S. Ron McNair Boulevard, Lake City, 843-374-3186

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Little China1307 Second Loop Road, Florence, 843-678-9812

Lil D’s Dugout1513 Pamplico Highway, Florence, 843-640-5453, www.lildsdugout.com

Lizard’s Thicket1712 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-519-1083, www.lizardsthicket.com

Lobster Express Co.2513 W. Lucas Street, Florence, 843-799-2468, www.lobsterexpressco.com

Local Motive Brewing123 N. Dargan Street, Florence, 843-702-0410, www.lomobrew.com

Locals Grill434 Second Loop Road, Florence, 843-407-1199, www.fb.com/localsgrillflorence

Long Grain Cafe260 W. Palmetto St, Florence, 843-413-1300

Longhorn Steakhouse3021 W. Radio Drive, Florence, 843-665-9120, www.longhornsteakhouse.com

Lui’s Chinese Bistro1545 American Drive, Florence, 843-667-8877

Lula’s Coffee Co.600 Pamplico Highway, Florence, 843-229-9784, www.fb.com/LulasCoffeeCo

Magnolia Mall2701 David McLeod Boulevard, Florence, 843-669-0725, www.shopmagnoliamall.com

Marco’s Pizza2501 S. Cashua Drive, Florence, 843-407-1582, www.marcos.com

Maryland Fried Chicken and The Shrimper844 S. Irby Street, Florence, 843-669-1041 340 W. Main Street, Lake City, 843-374-2063

McAlister’s Deli1970 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-679-0011, www.mcalistersdeli.com

Mellow Mushroom120 Dunbarton Drive, Florence, 843-407-1442, www.mellowmushroom.com

Mi Tierra San Jose1280 Celebration Boulevard, Florence, 843-629-9903, www.mitierrasanjose.com

Miguel’s Grill1228 S. Irby Street, Florence, 843-661-2990, www.fb.com/Miguelsgrill

Missy’s Cafe257 S. Coit Street, Florence, 843-472-5300

Miyabi Jr. Japanese250 N. Beltline Drive Suite 20, Florence, 843-992-1710, www.miyabijrex.com

Miyami2007 W. Evans Street, Florence, 843-629-9989

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Moe’s Southwest Grill1940 Hoffmeyer Road, Florence, 843-661-7807, www.moes.com

Muscovy’s Food & Spirits2001 S. Cashua Drive, Florence, 843-799-1463, www.muscovys.com

New China Buffet714 S. Irby Street, Florence, 843-669-9511

New Dragon Chinese112 W. Main Street, Timmonsville, 843-346-5881 622 S. Walnut Street, Pamplico, 843-493-3838

Olive Garden2901 W. Radio Drive, Florence, 843-669-8399, www.olivegarden.com

Orangeland Seafood711 S. Irby Street, Florence, 843-669-1535, www.fb.com/OrangelandSeafood

Outback Steakhouse110 Dunbarton Drive, Florence, 843-679-0055, www.outback.com

Palmetto Subs2031 W. Evans Street, Florence, 843-665-28421352 S. Irby Street, Florence, 843-667-9500, www.palmettosubs.com

Panera Bread100 Woody Jones Blvd., Florence, 843-629-8511, www.panerabread.com

The Peddler Steakhouse2001 Hoffmeyer Road, Florence, 843-661-5518, www.peddlersteakhouse.com

Percy & Willie’s130 Dunbarton Drive, Florence, 843-669-1620

The Phoenix Bar & Grille2004 W. Lucas Street, Florence, 843-667-0059, www.thephoenixgrille.com

Pita Pit1988 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-667-4820, www.pitapitusa.com

Pizza Roma25 Sauls Street, Lake City, 843-394-3337

Quincy’s Steakhouse1924 W. Lucas Sreet., Florence, 843-667-6996, www.florencequincys.com

Railway Grill144 Acline Street, Lake City, 843-374-8422, www.fb.com/railwaypuband.grill

Rebel Pie804 Second Loop Road, Florence, 843-407-4195, www.rebelpie.com

Red Bone Alley1903 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-673-0035, www.redbonealley.com

Red Bowl Asian Bistro2417 David McLeod Boulevard, Florence, 843-669-6788, www.redbowlflorence.com

Red Lobster2540 David McLeod Boulevard, Florence, 843-661-7130, www.redlobster.com

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Roger’s BBQ2004 Second Loop Road, Florence, 843-667-9291

Ruby Tuesday1550 American Drive, Florence, 843-317-6348 2701 David McLeod Boulevard, Florence, 843-673-0545 1812 W. Lucas Street, Florence, 843-629-1947, www.rubytuesday.com

Sakura Fusion159 S. Ron McNair Boulevard, Lake City, 843-374-8388, www.fb.com/sakurafusionlakecity

Sakura Japanese1316 S. Irby Street, Florence, 843-669-9116San Jose’s Tacos & Tequila3410 W. Radio Drive, Florence, 843-407-4771, www.sanjosetacosandtequilas.com

Schlotzsky’s Deli1935 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-673-0777, www.schlotzskys.com

Schoolhouse Bar B Que2252 U.S. Highway 52, Scranton, 843-389-2020, www.schoolhousebbq.com

Seminar Brewing/Kanza551 W. Lucas Street, Florence, 843-665-9200, www.seminarbrewing.comShady Rest Family Restaurant477 S. Georgetown Highway, Johnsonville, 843-386-3667

Shane’s Rib Shack1940 Hoffmeyer Road, Florence, 843-679-3503, www.shanesribshack.comShogun Japanese Steakhouse116 Kansas Drive, Florence, 843-669-0035, www.fb.com/shogun116

Shoney’s2101 W. Lucas Street, Florence, 843-679-5935, www.shoneys.com

Southern Hops911 S. Sunset Acres, Florence, 843-667-1900 www.southernhops.com

Starfire Grill2130 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-661-7827, www.starfiregrillrestaurant.com

Stefano’s2600 S. Irby Street, Florence, 843-664-9191, www.stefanosflorence.com

Sweet Cafe & Bakery1270 Celebration Boulevard, Florence, 843-799-0500, www.fb.com/sweetcafeandbakery

Subs Plus1812 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-679-0520

Sundae House1551 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-662-7141, www.sundaehouse.com

Sunrise Drive-In3624 E. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-662-7771, www.fb.com/sunrisedriveinrestaurant

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The Swamp1563 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-676-9997, www.fb.com/TheSwampSportsBarAndGrill

Sweet T625 S. Walnut Street, Pamplico, 843-493-0038

Teriyaki Madness3200 Pine Needles Road, Florence, 843-799-5667, www.teriyakimadness.com

Thai House & Sushi Bar168 S. Dargan Street, Florence, 843-662-5777, www.thaihouseflorence.comThunderbird Country Buffet2004 W. Lucas Steet, Florence, 843-664-0082

Tijuana’s Grill143 E. Broadway Street, Johnsonville, 843-386-3242

Tokyo Express2108 S. Irby Street, Florence, 843-678-9595

Top Hat Special-Teas234 W. Evans Street, Florence, 843-629-8326, www.fb.com/tophatspecialteas

Town Hall101 W. Evans Street, Florence, 843-472-5203, www.townhallflorence.com

TownHouse Restaurant317 S. Irby Street, Florence, 843-669-5083, www.townhouse-restaurant.com

Tropical Smoothie Cafe2600 David H McLeod Boulevard, Florence, 843-799-0094, www.tropicalsmoothiecafe.com

Truluck’s Seafood201 E. Smith Street, Timmonsville, 843-346-3838

Tubb’s Shrimp & Fish Co.1500 Second Loop Road, Florence, 843-799-5579, www.tubbsseafood.comVallarta Mexican Restaurant944 S. Irby Street, Florence, 843-407-4832, www.fb.com/vallartasmexicanrestaurantandbarVenus Restaurant & Catering471 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-669-9977 www.venusrestaurantandcatering.com

Victors126 W. Evans Street, Florence, 843-665-0846 www.victorsflorence.com

Waffle House2900 W. Radio Drive, Florence, 843-662-8421; 3550 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-665-72451817 W. Lucas, Street, Florence, 843-667-0736; 551 Pamplico Highway, Florence, 843-669-04992880 N. Williston Road, Florence, 843-662-2155, www.wafflehouse.com

Ward’s Fish Market123 N. Acline Street, Lake City, 843-374-9996

Western Sizzlin2688 David McLeod Boulevard, Florence, 843-665-5965, www.florencewesternsizzlin.com

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Which Wich110 Woody Jones Boulevard, Florence, 843-679-0666Wholly Smokin’ Downtown150 S. Dargan Street, Florence, 843-407-7545, www.fb.com/whollysmokinWoodstone BBQ & Seafood1247 S. Irby Street, Florence, 843-629-1290

Zapata’s Grill904 Pamplico Highway, Florence, 843-292-8980

Zoes Kitchen2100 W Evans Street Suite B, Florence, 843-773-9904

Young Plantations2005 Babar Lane, Florence, 843-662-2452, www.youngplantations.com

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Recreation

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Trust your sports event to the professionals of the Florence Area Sports Council and ensure success! Florence offers world-class, multi-purpose venues, collegiate and city-county, for a variety of sports as well as a beautiful landscape for cycling and road races. The Great Pee Dee and Little Pee Dee rivers are great for canoeing and kayaking.

The star of Florence’s sports facilities is the Freedom Florence Recreation Complex covering 126 acres in the east central part of the city. The complex offers 9 championship caliber softball fields, 4 multi-purpose fields, a youth softball complex, gymnastics center, walking trails and a five acre lake. The championship softball facilities each feature seating for 500 spectators, computerized scoreboards, 320-foot fences and metal halide lighting. The three-story control tower contains a press box, full service concession stand, restrooms, first aid and a well-stocked pro shop. Five covered picnic areas and a children’s playground are adjacent to the control tower.

The Florence Center is the largest convention and entertainment facility in northeast South Carolina and is host to many sports events’ grand opening ceremonies. The facility provides a 10,000-seat arena and 75,000 square-feet of convention and exhibition space with full concessions and catering.

Florence offers over 40 parks and recreation fields, which provide a variety of facilities. Beautiful Timrod Park has 14

lighted tennis courts for tournament play. The park also features walking and nature trails, gardens and gazebo, a playground and covered picnic area. The Dr. Eddie Floyd Florence Tennis Center boasts 24 hard courts and six Hydro clay courts, and is one of South Carolina’s premier tennis facilities.

The Florence Soccer Complex opened in the spring of 2018 with 14 playing fields on 90 acres of land. Also opened in 2018 is the Pearl Moore Gymnasium, a 30,000 sq. ft. facility with 3 full-size basketball courts.

Francis Marion University, on the eastern edge of the city, provides several athletic facilities. The university competes in the NCAA Division I in men’s golf and women’s soccer. It’s also a member of NCAA Division II in men’s & women’s basketball, men’s soccer, cross country, golf, softball and baseball, tennis, and volleyball. The $11-million-dollar Griffin Athletics Complex, constructed in 2012, is state of the art and brings baseball, softball, and soccer to one dynamite central location.

The Florence area also has more than 30 challenging and well-manicured golf courses available for group and tournament play.

Florence provides a delightful Southern coastal climate, affordable accommodations, a diversity of dining, and is ideally located at the crossroads of I-95 and I-20.

Play in Florence

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Florence Area Recreation Facilities & ParksFacility/Park Location Contact Amenities

Brooks-McCall Park Mechanicsville Rd Florence, SC

843-667-0920 • playground• fountain• picnic area, sheltered

Coward Athletic Park

3307 US Highway 52 Coward, SC

843-667-0920 • 3 youth baseball/softball fields, lighted• picnic shelter• concessions/vending

Ebenezer Park 843 S. Ebenezer Road Florence, SC

843-667-0920 • 1 baseball/softball field, lighted• 5 lighted tennis courts, hitting wall• climbing wall• playground• concessions• 2 picnic shelters, concessions

ESAB Soccer Complex

3379 Pine Needles Rd Florence, SC

843-667-0920 • 10 soccer fields• concessions

Dr. Eddie Floyd Florence Tennis Center

1060 North Cashua Dr Florence, SC

843-665-3106 • 24 asphalt courts• 6 hydro clay courts• pro shop• locker rooms• activity center

Freedom Florence Recreation Complex

1515 Freedom Blvd Florence, SC

843-669-4597 or 843-665-3253

• 100-acre multipurpose recreation park• 9 lighted regulation baseball/softball fields• 4 multi-purpose football/soccer fields, 3 lighted• 11,600 square foot gymnastics center• 5 acre lake• batting cages• picnic areas and shelters• 3 concession areas• walking/jogging trails• playground

Florence Center 3300 W. Radio Dr Florence, SC

843-679-9417 • 10,000 seat arena• 75,000 square feet convention and exhibition space• free parking for 3,500• 8 sky boxes (press boxes)• full concessions and catering

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Florence Area Recreation Facilities & ParksFacility/Park Location Contact Amenities

Florence Soccer Complex

3401 W. Palmetto St Florence, SC

843-665-3253 • 90 acres• 14 regulation-size soccer fields, 2 lighted

Francis Marion Athletic Park

2020 Sandpit Rd Quinby, SC

843-667-0920 • 5 youth baseball/softbal fields, lighted• 1 basketball court• 1 tennis court• 1 soccer field• 1 swimming pool• playground• picnic area with shelter• concessions

Francis Marion University Smith University Center

4822 E. Palmetto St Florence, SC

843-661-1362 • eight-lane swimming pool• 4 racquetball courts• gymnasium with 2 basketball courts

Friendship Park Maynard & Dexter Ave Florence, SC

843-665-3253 • 3 acre field• two baseball/softball practice fields, lighted• concession stand• restrooms• press box and clubhouse• picnic area with shelter

Greenwood Ballfields

2711 Pamplico Hwy Florence, SC

843-667-0920 • 7 youth baseball/softball fields, lighted• playground• picnic shelters• concessions

Francis Marion University Griffin Athletic Complex

4700 E. Palmetto St Florence, SC

• Cormell Field at Sparrow Stadium (baseball)• Murray G. Hartzler Soccer Field• FMU Softball Stadium• field house• 4 acre lake• walking trails• concessions

Iola Jones Park Oakland & Roughfork St Florence, SC

843-665-3253 • four basketball courts• lighted baseball/softball field• playground

Jeffries Creek Park Edisto Drive & DeBerry Blvd Florence, SC

843-665-3253 • 55 acres• nature trails• playgrounds• picnic area with shelter

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Johnsonville Tennis Complex

415 Maple Ave Johnsonville, SC

843-667-0920 • 5 tennis courts

Lake City Park 273 N. Church St Lake City, SC

843-667-0920 • 7-8 acre lake (6-7’ average depth)• boardwalk• gazebo• five fishing piers• canoe/kayak launch• picnic shelter with wood burning fireplace• public restrooms• grills and picnic tables throughout

Lake City Community Park

499 W. Main St Lake City, SC

843-667-0920 • 2 walking trails, pond• playground• picnic area/shelter• concessions

Lavern Ard 479 E. Sixth St Pamplico, SC

843-667-0920 • 4 baseball/softball fields• playground• picnic shelter• concessions

Legion Stadium Stadium Dr Florence, SC

843-665-3253 • 1 lighted regulation size baseball field• 1 lighted regulation size football field• seating for 1,500• concession stand• press box

Lester Park Dixie St Florence, SC

843-665-3253 • skating path • picnic area with shelter • playground

Levy Park Pine St Florence, SC

843-665-3226 • 2 baseball/softball fields, 1 lighted• 6 basketball courts• 1 football field, lighted• 2 tennis courts• walking trail• horseshoes• 2 shuffleboard courts• 1 volleyball court• community center• playground• picnic area with shelter• concessions

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Florence Area Recreation Facilities & ParksFacility/Park Location Contact Amenities

Lucas Park Park Ave & Santee Dr Florence, SC

843-665-3253 • 12 acres• nature trails and gardens• playground• picnic area with shelter• 2 tennis courts.

Lynches River County Park

1110 Ben Gause Rd Coward, SC

Toll free 877-319-7799

Telephone 843-389-2785

• Environmental Discovery Center• Community Center• 1 softball field• 1 basketball court• walking trails with canopy• 3 cabins• splash pad• climbing wall• fishing area• playground• picnic shelters• concessions• canoeing and kayaking

Maple Park Alexander St Florence, SC

843-665-3253 • 4 acres• 2 lighted baseball/softball fields• community center• playground• 2 shuffleboard courts• 4 paddle tennis courts

McLeod Park Santiago Dr Florence, SC

843-665-3202 • 51.5 acres• walking trails with dog pond• 12 horseshoe courts• picnic areas• 2 picnic shelters• restrooms• 5 youth baseball/softball fields, lighted• concessions• press boxes• volleyball court• 6 basketball courts• skateboard facility• playground

Northside Park Roughfork & Athens St Florence, SC

843-665-3253 • 7 acres• swimming pool and bathhouse• 2 lighted baseball/softball fields• concession stand• restrooms• press box• walking trail• senior adult community center • playground• 2 tennis courts• Boys & Girls Club

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Northwest Park Ingram & Clement St Florence, SC

843-665-3208 • 8.42 acres• 1 lighted baseball/softball field• 7 basketball courts• concessions• restrooms• community center• walking trail• 1 horseshoe court• 1 volleyball court• 2 tennis courts• playground• picnic area with shelter

Olanta Athletic 339 Welsh St Olanta, SC

843-667-0920 • 2 baseball/softball fields• walking trail• picnic area with shelter• concessions

Pearl Moore Basketball Complex

500 Barnes St Florence, SC

843-665-3253 • 3 basketball courts, 1 wood and 2 synthetic • roll away bleachers • meeting rooms • consessions

Prospect Field 2178 Lake City Hwy Johnsonville, SC

843-667-0920 • 1 baseball/softball field

Prosser Park 227 N. Chives Prosser Park Rd Johnsonville, SC

843-667-0920 • 5 baseball/softball fields, lighted• playground• picnic shelter• concessions

Savannah Grove Ball Park

2614 Alligator Rd Effingham, SC

843-667-0920 • 4 baseball/softball fields, lighted• playground• 3 picnic shelters• concessions

South Florence High School

3200 S. Irby St Florence, SC

843-664-8190 • 1 baseball/softball field, lighted• 1 basketball court• 1 football field, lighted• 5 tennis courts, lighted• 1 soccer field• 1 volleyball court• 1 running track

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Southpark Woods Dr Florence, SC

843-665-3253 • 3.5 acres • playground• picnic area with shelter• walking trail• skating path• 1 baseball/softball field• 2 tennis courts• 2 basketball courts

Spaulding Heights 306 E. Shenandoah Dr Florence, SC

843-669-8443 • 1 baseball/softball field• walking trail• playground• picnic shelter• concessions

St. Luke Baseball Field

539 Chinaberry Rd Pamplico, SC

843-667-0920 • 1 baseball/softball field• 1 basketball court• playground• picnic shelter

Timrod Park Timrod Park Dr Florence, SC

843-665-3253 • 18 acres • tennis center • 11 tennis courts and hitting wall • 7 pickle ball courts• picnic areas with shelter• gazebo and gardens• interpretive nature trails• 2 fitness courses• pickleball courts

Veterans Park Woody Jones Blvd Florence, SC

843-665-3253 • walking trails

West Florence High School

221 N. Beltline Dr Florence, SC

843-664-8472 • 1 baseball/softball field, lighted• 1 basketball court• 1 football field,• 5 tennis courts, lighted• 1 soccer field• 1 running track• 3 concession areas

Wilson High School 1411 E. Old Marion Hwy Florence, SC

843-664-8440 • 1 baseball/softball field, lighted• 1 basketball court• 1 football field• 5 tennis courts• 1 soccer field• 1 volleyball court• 1 running track• 3 concession areas

www.PlayFlorence.com