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What's Happening Around the Main Street District
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New Inspirational Art Installation to be Installed in the Main Street District
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City Center Partnership (CCP) announced today a new art project called HOPE for Columbia that will be installed in the Main Street District to help promote hope and positivity during the Covid-19 pandemic. Artists, Danny Harrington and Brandon McIver have been commissioned by CCP to create and install the piece at First Citizens' green space. The installation art piece includes the HOPE letters and will display the Columbia Flag across them. Once they have the art completed, the installation of the letters is planned for some time in June.
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Mast General Store Has Reopened!
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Mast General Store is now open from noon until 6 pm (Monday through Sunday). According to store manager Jeremy Becraft, he and staff members are taking precautions to keep the business clean and safe.
"We feel we've worked really hard to come up with an operation plan that is going to be safe, not only for employees but our guests that come visit the store. We've upped our game on sanitation requirements, we're wearing masks inside, and offering masks to customers who want one too," he said.
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Hotel Trundle is Open and Accepting Reservations When You are Ready!
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Celebrate 20% off your stay through the end of December 2020 when you book before the end of June 2020. They are here when you are ready!
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Welcome Back Ally & Elloise!
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Ally & Elloise is a fondant-free bakery, so all of their custom-decorated cakes are designed and decorated with buttercream. Yummy! Currently, their Main Street hours are Wednesday through Friday from 10:30 am to 2:00 pm.
There is a limited Main Street Express menu on their website, so feel free to order ahead online or just drop by the shop! They will have baby cakes, macarons, cookies, cheesecake, and cake by the slice. They can't wait to see you!
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Welcome Back Odd Bird Books!
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What’s better than reading a great book during these challenging times? Odd Bird Books has reopened their shop in the Arcade. You can still order books to pick up at curbside, and they will deliver in the evenings for customers who do not want to leave their homes. For more information call (803) 240-2308 or follow them on Facebook.
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Guess What…Miss Cocky Fashion Boutique is Now Open!
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Take a peek at their clean, newly redecorated store. Each Thursday evening Miss Cocky will be hosting an event with live entertainment beginning on June 4 from 5:00 until 7:00 pm. The sales for the evening will be promoting their new fashion retail and shoes. They have new game apparel coming in weekly as well.
They are operating on a new normal with many guidelines in place; limited capacity, monitored social distancing, one entry, sanitation stations throughout the store, a routine cleaning schedule, and a touchless POS checkout system.
Please note that they encourage customers to wear masks while shopping and they also have gamecock masks for sale.
All patrons can call Miss Cocky on Main at (803) 748-4771 to schedule a personal shopping experience. Miss Cocky respects customers rights to remain socially distant and offers a personal service to shop alone, by appointment.
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Check Out all of The Shoppes on Main's Goodies!
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Check out The Shoppes on Main’s spring and summer collections. Father’s Day will be here soon. All of their Bird Dog Bay is 30% off until Father’s Day! Take a peek at their Brackish Spring collection too!
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June is Another Busy Month for Gifting from Uptown!
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Uptown has a gift for every occasion and Father’s Day is just around the corner! Even though Uptown is still temporarily closed, they can help! Visit their website at UptownSC.com, and follow them on Facebook and Instagram for ideas.
Uptown is offering SIDEWALK PICKUP at the store on Wednesdays and Thursdays in June from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm. (Starting June 10). If you can't find what you need on their website, DM, info@UptownSC.com, or call (803) 661-7651 and they can help you out! Uptown will determine what you need and have it beautifully wrapped!
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Sylvan’s Jewelers is Ready to Assist You with Your Jewelry Needs!
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Safety first! Their team is fully equipped with PPE to ensure your safety and their staff’s safety while assisting you with your jewelry needs. They are open during normal business hours. Monday – Friday 10:00 am – 5:30 pm and Saturday 10:00 am – 2:00 pm.
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King's Jewelers Buys Gold & Diamonds
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Do you want to sell some of your old gold and diamonds? Bring it all in, whether it's broken or not – King’s will give you a free estimate. No appointment necessary. They are now open Monday - Friday 10:00 am - 5:30 pm and Saturday 10:00 am – 3:00 pm. Come on down!
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Book Your Appointment Today at Carolina Hair Studios!
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Please reserve your appointment in advance and include all extra services needed at this time. Masks will be required when entering the studio. There is a sanitation station with hand sanitizer for your use. You are welcome to bring your mask or you can purchase a mask from the salon for $5.00. https://carolinahairstudios.com/
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The Rooftop at Hendrix is Opening on Tuesday, June 2
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Hendrix will be opening its rooftop space on Tuesday, June 2 at 4:00pm, and will operate in their outdoor space moving forward with social distancing observed. They are looking forward to safely celebrating all occasions with you!
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Columbia Museum of Art is Opening on Tuesday, June 16
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The CMA will open to the public on Tuesday, June 16, with free admission through June 25 courtesy of BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina. The CMA is implementing cleaning and physical distancing practices to safeguard staff and visitors. Care for visitors will include such measures as limited timed admission tickets, reduced gallery capacities, robust cleaning practices, and the requirement for all to wear face masks or cloth coverings.
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The Woody is Opening on Saturday, June 13
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Celebrate the Re-Grand Opening of The Woody on Saturday, June 13 at 6 pm. They have new guidelines in place and will operate at a smaller capacity due to Governor McMasters orders. They can’t wait to see everyone again!
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Events & Specials This Month
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Follow us on Facebook or visit our website for updates on June events.
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Hotel Trundle Launching Toilet Paper Tuesdays
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Hotel Trundle
1224 Taylor Street
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To offer relief during toilet paper shortages, Hotel Trundle has decided that every Tuesday in June from 11 am – 1 pm, hotel team members will give out a case (80 rolls) of toilet paper to the first 80 people who drive up. Their staff will come out to your car and give you a roll of toilet paper along with a goodie from a local, neighboring business until supplies last. Depending on demand, each car will receive one to two rolls.
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Reserve Your Class Today!
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Let's Cook Culinary Studio
1305 Assembly Stree
(803) 348-5874
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Let’s Cook Culinary Studio is currently accepting private groups of 10 or fewer people, so reserve your class today! Check out their website at letscookculinary.com and click on classes. The June 5, 13, and 19 classes have already sold out!
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The Grand
1621 Main Street
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Thursday, June 4
6:00 – 9:00 pm
Join The Grand for Puppy Paws & White Claws on the Patio! Bring your pup out and enjoy $20 seltzer buckets of your choice of 5 White Claw, Bud Light Seltzer, or Truly Lemonade. They can’t wait to see you there!
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The Main Course
1626 Main Street
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Pups n' Pints with Hazelwood Brewing
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Thursday, June 11
6:00 – 9:00 pm
Grab your pup and come on down for Pups n' Pints with Hazelwood Brewing on their outdoor patio! Enjoy live music by Shelby Raye, delicious food, and great drinks!
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The Joint at 1710
1710 Main Street
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Featuring Mark Rapp at The Joint
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Saturday, June 20
7:00 – 10:00 pm
The Joint @ 1710 Main Street is pleased to announce they are resuming evening service with live entertainment! They will be taking all sanitary precautions and enforcing social distancing. Reservations are strongly suggested. Call (803) 814-2614 or send them a message on Facebook. Seating will be limited in order to meet the established spacing.
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Richland Library is Kicking off its Annual Summer Learning Challenge June 1
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In the interest of public safety, Richland Library is offering new options to challenge yourself to earn points, such as online learning activities, finding opportunities in the community to learn, create, and share. Track your progress on paper or online to complete each challenge! Don't forget to share your progress towards completion of the Summer Learning Challenge using #ilearnbecause.
Happy Learning!
Richland Library customers can still enjoy programming with Richland Library Online. See some familiar faces during Family Storytime, which takes place 10:30 am, Saturdays on their Facebook page. They are also offering a Tween Reading and Writing Club, Book Groups, an Evening Arts series, and some pop-up programming.
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Who is City Center Partnership and the BID?
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In 2001, City Center Partnership was formed to manage the downtown Business Improvement District in the 36-block area bounded by Gervais, Elmwood, Assembly and Marion streets in Columbia, SC. The organization provides public space management, economic development, place management, marketing services, and public advocacy for the Main Street District.
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The Board of Directors oversee the organization’s mission — to focus on filling vacancies in commercial properties, retaining existing downtown businesses and recruiting new ones, expanding the downtown residential base, and creating a safe, clean, and friendly downtown environment.
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