In + Around Columbia

StoryWalks® are a delightful way for children — and adults — to enjoy reading and the outdoors at the same time. Accessible trails located throughout Richland County, offer readers of all ages a chance to walk along their favorite...

August in Columbia is full of fun – from back-to-school events, outdoor play, storytimes, art activities, and more! Get out your calendars and make a note of all there is to do. Don’t forget to check out our local guides...

It’s 99 degrees with 99% humidity. Summer’s here, and it’s still awesome - those golden weeks before the boredom sets in, before you’re climbing the walls and counting the days till school starts. Keep those golden weeks going with...

You may not realize this but July is National Ice Cream Month. A whole month to celebrate the cold drippy goodness that is ice cream!  In an effort to bring you, our valued readers, a list of some of the...

Your four year old nephew is in town to hang out with your three year old daughter. The kids have been cooped up inside all day while you and your sister work from your house. Where should you take...

The SC State Fair is now open for entries in a multitude of categories, and we at Columbia Mom think you might be inspired. Each year South Carolina’s finest agriculture, art, crafts, flowers, and livestock are showcased.  Since many of...

School is out and free summer lunches are available in your community! Richland Library is hosting free summer break cafés at three locations until August 11. Children and teens up to 18 can receive a free meal through August 11...

Choosing the right school can seem like an overwhelming task. Combine that with the fact that there are so many different types of schools and education options, and it can make your head spin. Our hope is that this...

July in Columbia is full of fun – from puppet shows, outdoor play, storytimes, art activities, and more! Get out your calendars and make a note of all there is to do. Don’t forget to check out our local guides...

I never really appreciated the outdoors until I became mother. After my son was born (and I was on maternity leave and then a stay-at-home mom), I was looking for fun things for the two of us to do...

Personally, I think there's nothing better than fresh fruit and veggies straight off the farm. Since I am completely inept at growing my own produce, it's a relief to know there are farms locally that do all the hard...

36th Annual Carolina Celebration of Liberty Date: Sunday, June 25, 2023 Time: 3 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Location: First Baptist Church Columbia, 1306 Hampton Street, Columbia, SC 29201 Cost: Free but you need a ticket to enter Details: The Carolina Celebration of Liberty is the longest running event...

There is nothing like fruit that has just been harvested! The smell, the taste, the look, and even greater pride comes when you are the one who picked the succulent crop that you have on your hand (extra points...

June in Columbia is full of fun – from puppet shows, outdoor play, storytimes, art activities, and more! Get out your calendars and make a note of all there is to do. Don’t forget to check out our local guides...