Go
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Columbia Day Party
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The public is invited to participate in the City of Columbia's Go Red for Women Day Party that will include a press conference, community photo op, health screenings and heart health information to help and support the women affected by heart disease, the number 1 killer of women. The event is free and open to the public. Come join us for a “party with a purpose”.
This year’s event will be held on National Wear Red Day, Friday, February 7, 2020. The Go Red Columbia Day Party will be hosted by Councilwoman Tameika Isaac Devine. The Go Red for Women movement encourages awareness of this issue and action to help save lives. Both men and women are encouraged to wear red the day of the event.
The public and media are invited to attend.
For more information, please contact the Public Relations, Media and Marketing Department at 803-545-3020.
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February At-Large Open House
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Join Councilwoman Isaac Devine and Councilman Howard Duvall for our monthly At-Large Open House on Wednesday, February 12th at City Hall, 1737 Main St. From 5:00 - 7:00 p.m., you will have the opportunity to sit down and talk to your at-large council members about ideas, concerns and thoughts about our great city.
You must schedule an appointment in advance to attend. Please call (803) 545-3061 to schedule an appointment and receive additional information.
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February Pet Adoption Special
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WHAT:
Columbia Animal Services will be having reduced adoption rates to celebrate Valentine's Day. From February 13-15, Columbia Animal Services is having $14 pet adoptions for all cats and dogs.
WHO:
Columbia Animal Services
WHEN:
Thursday, February 13, 2020 — Saturday, February 15, 2020
WHERE:
127 Humane Lane, Columbia, SC 29209
Note:
Visit other pets available for adoption at the Columbia Animal Shelter, 127 Humane Lane. Visit
www.columbiasc.net/animal-services
or call 803-776-PETS for more information.
All of our pets need loving homes! To view other animals available for adoption, visit
Petfinder.com
Please refer to the ID number listed above when visiting the website.
For more information, contact Columbia Animal Services at 803-776-7387.
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Black History Month Movie Series
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What:
Join us at Busby Street Community Center for the Black History Movie Series. Every Thursday in February at 6 p.m. Limited seating will be provided so bring lawn chairs, blankets, etc. Light refreshments will be served as well!
Where:
Busby Street Community Center, 1735 Busby Street
When:
Every Thursday for the month of February
Cost:
Free admission
For more information, contact the Columbia Parks & Recreation Department at 803-545-3100.
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2020 Black History Trivia Team Challenge
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What:
2020 Black History Month Trivia Bowl
Where:
Busby Community Center, 1735 Busby Street
When:
Saturday, February 29 at 1 p.m.
Who:
Teams of 4 - ages 11 - 17
Cost:
Free admission
For more information, contact the Columbia Parks & Recreation Department at 803-545-3100.
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3rd Annual Black History Heritage Ball
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10th Annual Columbia Lifesavers Blood Drive
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The Miracle League of Columbia - Spring Baseball League Registration
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2020 State of the City Address
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Mayor Stephen K. Benjamin delivered his 2020 State of the City Address on, Wednesday, January 29th, at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, 1101 Lincoln St.
His
speech
focused on the many accomplishments of the City of Columbia in his first 10 years as the Mayor of Columbia and what still needs to be done to enhance our City.
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City Manager Teresa Wilson welcomes everyone in attendance to the State of the City Address. Wilson also recognizes City Council and City of Columbia staff.
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Dr. Ed Madden, City of Columbia Poet Laureate reads his poem to recognize what has happened in the last decade and sharing the optimism of what's to come for Columbia.
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City Council members in attendance at the State of the City Address on, Wednesday, January 29th, at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center.
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Application Process Open for Accommodations Tax & Hospitality Tax Grant Funding Fiscal Year 2020/2021. Workshop to be held February 10, 2020.
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The City of Columbia is now accepting applications for Hospitality and Accommodations Tax Grants for the 2021 Fiscal Year (July 1, 2020– June 30, 2021.) Applications are due by 12:00 pm on the dates listed below.
Accommodations Tax Grant (Due March 6, 2020 by 12:00 pm)
The Accommodations Tax Grant provides financial support to non-profit organizations and their projects/events whose mission is to attract tourists by promoting overnight accommodations in the City of Columbia. To be eligible, your organization must be a nonprofit with documentation from the South Carolina Secretary of State’s Office, with activities in the City of Columbia.
It is the intent of the Accommodations Tax Grant Committee to fund the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Visitors Bureau and Capital City Lake Murray for fiscal year 2021.
Hospitality Tax Grant (Due March 13, 2020 by 12:00 pm)
The Hospitality Tax Grant provides financial support to non-profit organizations and their projects/events whose mission is to attract tourists by promoting dining in the City of Columbia. To be eligible, your organization must be a nonprofit with documentation from the South Carolina Secretary of State’s Office, with activities in the City of Columbia.
The City of Columbia will host an application workshop on February 10, 2020 from 2-4pm, at the Earlewood Park facility, 1113 Recreation Drive. Please join us for information regarding eligibility, policies, procedures, and guidelines for our grant applications offered. To RSVP or further information, please call 545-3146
For specific questions or information on our Accommodations and Hospitality Fund Grants, please contact Ms. Dee Dee Fanning via email at
[email protected]
or via phone at (803) 545-3048.
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