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What's Happening Around the Main Street District
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The Free Times Best of Columbia 2019 Nominees Have Advanced and Voting is from June 5 - 30
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It's that time of year again! Be sure to vote for your favorite Main Street District businesses for the Free Times Best of Columbia 2019! Show your Love for the Main Street District!
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City Center Partnership’s Yellow Shirts will Provide FREE Freeze Pops Every Thursday During the Summer
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City Center Partnership has a special treat to help cool you off during the summer months! Stop by Columbia Museum of Art's Boyd Plaza, and pick up a FREE Freeze Pop from one of our Yellow Shirts .
(Every Thursday from 12- 3 pm…weather permitting)
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Welcome The Joint to Main Street!
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The Joint is crafted after traditional Jazz Halls that were popular in the heartland of the US during the 1940’s.
During the daytime, the Bistro at The Joint offers hand-crafted gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches, original soups and salad, and designer mac & cheese dishes. Their chef has crafted the menu items for all pallets – ranging from traditional comfort food to vegetarian.
In the evening, The Joint offers a unique blend of seasonal Tapas dishes that feature the best farm to table ingredients.
The Joint features local, regional, and national live Jazz and Blues bands Thursday through Saturday. Follow them on Facebook!
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Take the Free Soda Cap Connector!
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This fun and festive service connects many popular downtown Columbia destinations, including West Columbia, Cayce, the Main Street District, the Vista, Five Points as well as Segra Park, Allen and Benedict Colleges, and the University of South Carolina. Service operates every 30 minutes on three routes, Sunday–Wednesday 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Thursday–Saturday 9:00 a.m. to Midnight. Best of all, the route is FREE! Look for a Soda Cap type sign to board this service. The Soda Cap Connector Route 3 will operate between Laurel @ Main and Segra Park between 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. to take passengers between destinations along Main Street for First Thursday on Main.
For more information visit www.CatchTheCOMET.org
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48 Hours in Cola: Where to eat, drink, stay, and play in South Carolina’s capital
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(source: Atlanta Magazine)
Toward the end of last year, Experience Columbia SC hosted writer Elizabeth Florio for a weekend. Her visit resulted in an incredible seven-page feature spread in the Spring/ Summer issue of Southbound Magazine, as well as an online article for Atlanta Magazine. Elizabeth had a fantastic time in Columbia and the story mentions a number of Main Street businesses including Hotel Trundle, The Grand, Soda City Market, Lula Drake, The Whig, Columbia Museum of Art, and more.
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Events & Specials This Month
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Join us for First Thursday on Main on June 6 from 6 to 10 pm. From the State House to the gallery at City Hall, enjoy art, entertainment, shopping, dining, and all that the Main Street District has to offer!
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To see a complete lineup of special events happening this month, visit http://www.firstthursdayonmain.com/ For more information, please email la@cartertodd.com or “Like” First Thursday on Main Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/firstthursdayonmain or follow FirstThursdayonMain @FirstThursMain
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Every Tuesday, June 4 – 11
5 – 9 pm
Join the CMA and welcome South Carolina Philharmonic for a two concert series on the newly renovated Boyd Plaza. The SC Phil mixed-strings ensemble performs three 45-minute sets of classical favorites and some pieces possibly new to you. Featuring an exciting selection of small plates for sale by Bone-In Barbeque and a cash bar with wine spritzers and local craft beer by The Whig.
Free. Music starts at 6:00 p.m.
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Art Class: Intro to Character Design
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Saturdays: June 8, June 22 & June 29
1 – 4 pm
Learn the basics of character design in this three-part class, taking inspiration from Shades of Greene: The Art of Sanford Greene. Taught by freelance illustrator Criss Mitchell, who has worked on Marvel comics such as Power Man and Iron Fist as well as card illustrations with Upper Deck. Mitchell currently teaches at Cellar Studio in Columbia.
Ages 15 and up. All supplies and equipment provided.
$90 / $72 for members.
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Friday, June 21
7 – 11 pm
Art, drink, and be happy! Enjoy art projects, printmaking with Ink and Paper, scavenger hunts, unique perspective tours of the collection and Mimi Kato: Ordinary Sagas with Shige Kobayashi, a pop-up with Transmission Arcade in The Loft, and more! Hang out in The Cross Hatch, an interactive space for all ages. Music by The Boomtown Waifs, King Vulture, and DUMB Doctors. Cash bar provided by The Whig featuring beer by Steel Hands Brewing.
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Livescream Columbia Premiere
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Saturday, June 15
7 – 10 pm
Come see one of the best Indie horror movies of the year! When a popular video game streamer plays a haunted game, he faces deadly consequences for himself and his fans. A film by Michelle Iannantuono.
With opening short Lucky Luke by Rodney Smith.
Doors at 7:00. Movies at 7:45. Filmmaker Q&A after the movies.
Adults only! Cash bar! $10
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When the Sun Sets: A Multi – Media Summer Solstice Soiree’
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Friday, June 21
7 pm – 1 am
Join Tapp’s Arts Center for an illustrious celebration of light, love, art, and music to usher in this year’s summer solstice.
They’re going to be exploring the question of "What Happens When The Sun Sets?" in as many mediums as possible.
4 Eclectic Musical Performances
3 Expressive Live Painters
2 Electric Digital Projections
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South Carolina Aquarium Rovers
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Wednesday, June 5
10:30 – 11:30 am
Age Recommendation: Children
Can’t make it to the beach? The South Carolina Aquarium is bringing its wildlife to us. Learn about nearby marine and freshwater animals while enjoying interactive activities with the South Carolina Aquarium Rovers.
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Marc Black's History of the 1950's and 60's through Popular Song
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Sunday, June 23
3 – 5 pm
Age Recommendation: Adults
New York Blues Hall of Fame inductee Marc Black will be your guide during this afternoon of song, storytelling, and laughter through these two historically defining decades. You’ll celebrate songs from the past, including “Itsy Bitsy, Teeny Weeny Yellow Polka -Dot Bikini” and “Blowin’ in the Wind” as well as tunes by artists, such as Dean Martin and George Harrison. Marc will also perform his own band’s top forty hit from 1967 when he toured with The Doors, Neil Diamond, The Dave Clark Five, and Van Morrison.
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1614 Main Street
(803) 726-2310
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Wednesday, June 12
6 – 8 pm
Join Good Life Café for a community vegan potluck! Enjoy delicious food and delightful conversations.
All are welcome -- vegans, vegetarians, pescetarians, veg curious folks, flexitarians, and children too! Just please make sure the food you bring is vegan.
Bring your favorite vegan dish (or one that you have been eager to try!) in a typical family/casserole size. If you are feeling intimidated by the thought of having to prepare a vegan dish (or if you simply run short on time), feel free to pick up something from a grocer's hot or cold bar. You can message the organizers for suggestions!
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The Grand
1621 Main
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Oyster Roast & Low Country Boil
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Wednesday, June 19
6 – 9 pm
Stop by The Grand for their first Oyster Roast & Low Country Boil event on the back Patio! Whether you call it Beaufort Stew, Frog More Stew, or Low Country Boil & Shucking Oysters, it’s all yummy! Enjoy live music with Shelby Raye! https://www.facebook.com/events/282529102696491/
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The Joint
1710 Main Street
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Live Music with the Tony Lee Group
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Friday, June 14
8 pm – 2 am
Enjoy live music with the Tony Lee Group! Doors open at 5 pm and entertainment starts at 8 pm.
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Hendrix
1649 Main Street
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Saturdays, June 8, 15, 22, 29
9 am – 10 am
Join resident yogi, Amber, for an all levels, 1-hour pre-brunch flow. One free Hendrix mimosa or cup of Indah coffee included. $12. Pre-registration recommended. Bring your own mat and please arrive 10-15 minutes early.
Contact AMBER@UNAPOLOYOGIC.COM to register and with any questions.
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1626 Main Street
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Sunday, June 9
9 am - 2 pm
Enjoy a full buffet for $14/person (not including beverage). Mimosas and Bloody Mary's are always available for additional $$. Live Music by LundyMusic from 10-2. https://www.facebook.com/events/366984203936592/
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Enjoy Live Music from the Blue Iguanas
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Saturday, June 15
8 – 10 pm
1626 on Main welcomes The Blue Iguanas. Enjoy a full food and drink menu while you enjoy the show! The Blue Iguanas Band combines a love of traditional music and modern acoustic music styles such as Newgrass, Americana, and the Blues.
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Father’s Day Brunch with Janaye Gilliard
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 Sunday, June 16
9 am – 2 pm
1626 on Main welcomes you to a Father’s Day brunch buffet and live music. Enjoy a full buffet for $14/person (not including beverage). Mimosas and Bloody Mary's are always available for additional $$. Enjoy music by Diamini Janaye Gillard from 10-2
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Celebrate the Music of John Coltrane
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Friday, June 28
7 – 10 pm
ColaJazz is proud to present one of the most exciting, inventive, and accomplished jazz artists, Ben Eidson, celebrating a similarly inventive jazz legend, John Coltrane. Ben Eidson and his all-star quartet will undoubtedly give you a night to remember!
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Saturday, June 29
8 - 11 pm
The King of Rock is back! 1626 on Main would like to invite you to put on your blue suede shoes and get ready to dance to your favorite Elvis hits! Their full dinner and drink menus will be available for purchase when you arrive!
Tickets for the event are sold at the link below:
Buy Tickets
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June is Another Busy Month for Gifting!
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Father’s Day, Graduations, and Summer Weddings – Uptown has a gift for every occasion! Personalize it to make it even more special, and don’t forget they offer distinctive complimentary giftwrap, and bridal registry is available!
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Ebenezer Lutheran Church
1301 Richland Street
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Ebenezer Lutheran Church Invites You to Their Celebration Service
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Sunday, June 30
10:30 am
Ebenezer Lutheran Church will hold a celebration service to commemorate the renovation of the Ebenezer Chapel interior, and the exterior doors of the main sanctuary. They wish to thank the Richland County Conservation Commission for the grants that made these renovations possible. The celebration service will be held in the Chapel at 10:30 am, followed by a reception. Please join them in this celebration!
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Looking for a Special Father’s Day Gift?
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First it was Mom, then the Grads, and now it's time for Dad! Give him a gift he'll love with a gift card from East Bay Deli! During the month of June, *buy $100 worth of gift cards and get a $20 gift card FREE! Treat Dad (and yourself) with DELIciousness from East Bay Deli! *Offer good in-store only.
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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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