Our History:
The Lexington County Recreation Commission was created by an act of the Legislature in 1968 as a Special Purpose District. The Commission as an active, functioning body with employees began operations in January, 1970. The organization began with no facilities and no budget and has since developed the many facilities and various programs enjoyed by the citizens today.On July 1, 1980, Lexington County Council requested the Commission absorb into its operation an existing senior citizen program, then administered by Richland Lexington Council on Aging.On July 1, 1982, we unofficially became the Lexington County Recreation and Aging Commission.
Our Mission Statement:
Our mission is to improve the quality of life for all citizens through creative and meaningful life enriching experiences. This is done through the provisions of program services, facilities and education.
Village at Sandhill lifestyle center located in the northeast area of Columbia, South Carolina. It is located halfway between Interstate 20 and Interstate 77 on Clemson Road at the intersection of Two Notch Road. It competes with Columbiana Centre and nearby Columbia Place.
Village at Sandhill was developed and is owned by Kahn Development Company. It originally opened in late 2004 and is still currently under construction. When it opened, its first tenants were *PLEX Indoor Sports, Rhodes Furniture, World Market and Super Bi-Lo.
The open-air center offers a mix of nationally and locally owned merchants and restaurants, as well as numerous national and region banks like Wells Fargo, Regions Bank, First Citizens Bank and BB&T. The national anchors include JC Penney, which opened in 2005, The Home Depot, which opened in 2006 and Belk, which opened in 2007.
Village at Sandhill’s latest expansion phase also includes the Promenade at Sandhill, a luxury condominium development located above retail shops.
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is home to more than 2,000 magnificent and fascinating animals and one of the nation’s most beautiful and inspiring botanical gardens. The lush 170-acre site features dynamic natural habitat exhibits, scenic river views, spectacular valley overlooks and significant historic landmarks
We are an inclusive 5-day preschool program for 3 and 4 year olds within Glenforest School. Our goal is to create a safe and supportive atmosphere conducive to fostering each child’s cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
Program benefits include:
*Hands-on and project-based approach to education
*Smaller class sizes that allow for individualized instruction
*Developmentally appropriate curriculum designed for the needs of the whole child
*Multi-sensory approach to academics and social education
*Close collaboration with the child’s therapist
*Established partnerships with families and community
* Daily Extended Care and Lunch Bunch available
Glenforest Inclusive Child Development Center is also now an official First Steps 4K provider and is accepting applications for the 4 Year Old Kindergarten. Qualifying families pay NO TUITION. To qualify, your child must:
1) be 4 years old on or before September 1st
2) be eligible for the free or reduced-price lunch program or Medicaid
3) live in one of the qualifying school districts (see attached flier) that includes Richland 1, Lexington 2, Lexington 3, or Lexington 4.
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Once a month on the First Wednesday, JoJo’s Jazz Jam, is a family friendly, free music event. A Community Outreach Program that began November 2018. No cover charge. Bring the entire family to enjoy an evening of Jazz. Introduce yourself and your children to a great evening of music and community. There are amazing, top quality musicians. Food and non-alcoholic beverages can be purchased from our caterer, The Food Academy, onsite for a small price. Plenty of parking. At 1830 Main Street, Downtown Columbia, on the corner of Main Street and Richland Street.