The Civil War in 3D: SC Confederate Relic Room & Military Museum

Friday June 22, 2012 – June 2, 2013

Fort Sumter, Abraham Lincoln and other iconic figures from the Civil War, and the devastation of war. See the Civil War jump off the screen in “Civil War in 3D,” the SC Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum’s latest exhibit. Opening June 22, the exhibit features a nearly 30-minute revolving 3D show of over seventy-five stereographs. The show, featuring an original soundtrack with sound effects, brings to life each image and offers a unique look at America’s most defining moment in history. Viewing stereographs with a stereoscope creates a unique 3D effect and it was a popular amusement in America from the 1860s through the 1930s. This exhibit combines 3D stereograph viewing with modern technology to display the collection of Civil War stereographs. Each stereograph has been digitally processed to display in the originally-intended format, but in a theater setting. The exhibit also includes a stereoscope and several stereographs. “Civil War in 3D” is the third in a series of exhibits the museum is presenting during the Civil War’s 150th anniversary.Visit the Confederate Relic Room website for information.

Camp Chaverim: A Very Special Summer Camp!

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Summer camp is often the highlight of a child’s year. Camp Chaverim programs have quality and safety as our foremost objectives. Challenging recreational activities encourage each camper’s growth and development. Creative cultural programs culminate in the joyful celebration of Shabbat each week. At the same time, children do not have to be Jewish to attend: Camp Chaverim welcomes everyone regardless of race, religion, creed, or national origin. Friendships and experiences shared at Camp Chaverim have a positive impact that last a lifetime. Camp Chaverim: A complete summer camp experience! Visit the Jewish Community Center’s webpage for more information! Camp Chaverim welcomes children of all faiths and backgrounds.

Almost an Evening: Trustus Theatre

Friday June 22, 2012 – Saturday June 30, 2012

3 shows, 3 directors, 1 cast, 1 hilarious evening! From popular filmmaker and screenwriter Ethan Cohen (The Coen Brothers – “Oh Brother Where Art Thou”, “The Big Lebowski”, “No Country For Old Men”) comes a hilarious evening of one-acts. In Almost an Evening three short plays unsuccessfully tackle important questions. In Waiting, someone waits somewhere for a long time – is it Heaven or Hell? In Four Benches, a voyage to self-discovery takes a British intelligence agent to steam baths in New York and Texas, and to park benches in the U.S. and U.K. In Debate, cosmic questions are taken up as an actor plays a challenging role: GOD. Not much is learned, but boy it’s a good time! All Wednesdays at 7:30pm, All Fridays and Saturdays at 11:15pm. Visit the Trustus website for info or check out the facebook page.

Watermelon Day: South Carolina State Farmers’ Market

Saturday June 23, 2012
To celebrate the 5th Anniversary of the Certified SC Grown program, the South Carolina Department of Agriculture is hosting a series of Summer Celebrations featuring local produce and products at the State Farmers Market, 3483 Charleston Highway in West Columbia.  Watermelon Day, sponsored by the S.C. Watermelon Board and S.C. Watermelon Association, will be held this Saturday and will offer visitors a fresh slice of South Carolina-grown watermelon free of charge. Come out and stock up on South Carolina-grown fruits and vegetables, and cool off with watermelon. Visitwww.scstatefarmersmarket.com

Now Open: M.Fresh!

1237 Washington Street in Downtown Columbia
Open 9am – 6pm Monday - Friday

WELCOME TO A NEW WAY TO NOURISH YOUR LIFE – body and soul. With the finest teas direct from Asia, the freshest produce from local farms and free-range hormone-free meats, M.Fresh is offering a new alternative to the way you eat and drink today. “On a recent trip home to China I was reminded of my grandparents’ healthy habits of buying fresh produce every day and enjoying afternoon green tea religiously with healthy snacks. This gave me the idea of opening MFresh, a restaurant that follows the principles of healthy eating they taught me from an early age. I hope every friend walking into M.Fresh will like the simple, natural environment, enjoy our freshly prepared foods and take time to sip our organic teas from across the continent. More importantly, when they leave, I hope they feel energized and refreshed! M.Fresh – for your happiness and longevity!” Michelle Wang
Visit the M.Fresh website for menu and more.

All Shook Up! A Night with Elvis: Workshop Theatre

Saturday June 23, 2012 8pm

A Night With Elvis will have you and fellow audience members screaming for more asWorkshop Theatre brings award-winning Rick Wade as The King to their stage this Saturday, along with friends Johnny Cash, June Cash and Marilyn Monroe! Truly a night to remember!Are You Lonesome Tonight? Go to Workshop and you won’t be!

VIP seating is $30, and general admission tickets are $22. Reserve your tickets here.

Born From Fire: American Studio Glass | Exhibit & Movie: Columbia Museum of Art

Sunday June 24, 2012
In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the founding of the American Studio Glass Movement, the Columbia Museum of Art presents a special exhibition, Born from Fire: American Studio Glass from the Collection, featuring more than 30 examples of glass made by leaders in the movement. In addition to the exhibit, visitors this Sunday will be treated to a film that chronicles the Studio Glass Movement from its inception in the early 1960s. In historic footage and interviews, Harvey Littleton and Dominick Labino discuss the movement’s rise and the innovations they pioneered that transformed glassblowing into a celebrated art form. 51 minutes. See details at theColumbia Museum of Art website.

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The Nature of Things with Rudy Mancke: USC Horseshoe

Tuesday June 26, 2012 | 12pm – 1pm
Join the McKissick Museum for USC Naturalist-in-Residence Rudy Mancke’s “The Nature of Things” annual lecture series. Mancke will talk about the changes that take place locally in nature during each season of the year. Spread out your blanket, bring a picnic lunch, and join us for a fun and educational program. Talks will take place on the Horseshoe in front of the McKissick Museum (moved indoors during inclement weather). Free; no registration required.

Freedom Festival: Village at Sandhill

Wednesday July 4, 2012

Village at Sandhill’s annual Freedom Festivalreturns on Wednesday, July 4th with a day of carnival rides, a free concert featuring country music star and Curb Records recording artist Ronnie McDowell at 7pm, and capped off by the mid-state’s premier fireworks show at 9:00pm. In addition to a Nashville musical performer in Ronnie McDowell, another added twist to this year’s Freedom Festival Celebration is a high-energy carnival featuring over a dozen rides for kids of all ages. Village at Sandhill is definitely the place to celebrate our nation’s birthday this year on July 4!

Save the Date! Rick Springfield at Tin Roof!

Saturday July 7, 2012

In 1981 after years of struggle, the stars perfectly aligned and Rick Springfield found himself sitting on top of the world. In the midst of recording what would become the quintessential pop/rock album Working Class Dog, Rick was cast to the play the young, eligible Dr. Noah Drake on the popular daytime drama “General Hospital.” That same year, MTV debuted and changed the dynamic of the music industry forever. Rick skyrocketed to the top of Billboard’s charts with “Jessie’s Girl” and “I’ve Done Everything For You,”. Rick continued to produce hit after hit, and solidified his place as the preeminent power-pop artist of the decade and today remains the genre’s greatest pioneer. See Rick live on Saturday July 7 at Columbia’s own Tin Roof - A Live Music Joint in the Vista. Buy your tickets here.