COLUMBIA, S.C. — Take a deep breath... hold it... now let it go.
It's been a busy week, folks. Some of us haven't gotten over the excitement of last weekend and the Gamecocks' trouncing of then-No. 10 Texas A&M and Clemson's unfortunate loss at home, followed by a close call Monday between the Carolina women's basketball team and Michigan in Las Vegas.
There's plenty of non-sports activities to do this weekend, since the South Carolina football and women's basketball teams are playing out of town. So scroll on down and see what strikes your fancy.
THROUGH NOVEMBER 10
Something’s Afoot, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday (no showing on Halloween), Town Theatre, 1012 Sumter St. Ten strangers are trapped in an English mansion during the storm begin to meet an untimely demise, one by one. Can you figure out who dun it?
THROUGH DECEMBER 31
Tim Turner: Songs of Celebration Exhibit, 11 a.m.-5 p. m. Monday-Wednesday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, City Art Gallery, 1224 Lincoln St. An exhibit of NC artist Tim Turner’s large-scale abstract paintings of the simple things that bring pleasure.
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer 4D, various times Tuesday-Sunday, South Carolina State Museum, 301 Gervais St. The classic stop-motion cartoon follows the adventures of Rudolph and his friends Hermey the Elf and Yukon Cornelius… even the Abominable Snow Monster!
Eye to Eye: The Roefs & Waddell Collection, 1-5 p.m. Thursday-Sunday, Center for Contemporary Art, 701 Whaley. Over 100 pieces of art from the collection of Wim Roefs and Eileen Waddell, one of the largest private collections in South Carolina. Some artists represented include Leo Twiggs, Tyrone Geter, Laura Spong, Michaela Pilar Brown, Marcelo Novo and Virginia Scotchie
THROUGH JANUARY 5
French Moderns: Monet to Matisse, 1850-1950, Columbia Museum of Art, 1515 Main St. A showcase of works from the era’s leading artists, including Paul Cézanne, Marc Chagall, Camille Corot, Edgar Degas, Henri Matisse, Claude Monet, Berthe Morisot, and more.
THURSDAY, November 7
First Thursday on Main, 6-10 p.m. Main Street Columbia. Come and enjoy an evening of entertainment and deals as participating retailers and restaurants stay open late.
Black Hair Panel, 6-7:30 p.m., Richland Library North Main, 5306 North Main. Join in a candid discussion about black hair care, protective hairstyles and more with Tiffany Canzater and Maranda Davis
A Tasting of France: Cheese, 6-7 p.m. Richland Library Cooper, 5317 North Trenholm Rd. Learn about cheese while tasting a variety of selections from different regions of France.
Law Talk: Landlord/Tenant Law, 6-7 p.m. Richland Library Edgewood, 2101 Oak St. Presented by the SC Bar Association, learn about the legal side of South Carolina landlord/tenant law. A Q&A session will follow the presentation.
THURSDAY & FRIDAY, November 7 & 8
Betsy Blackmon Dance Company Fall Concert, 7:30 p.m. Koger Center for the Arts, 1051 Greene St. The Betsy Blackmon Dance Company performs Act III of Petipa’s dramatic ballet La Bayadère, staged by Susan E. Anderson Artist-in-Residence Valentina Kozlova (Bolshoi Ballet, NYC Ballet); Corvidae by guest artist Colin Connor (Limón Dance Company); Essence de Femme and Momento Magico by Dwight Rhoden (Complexions Contemporary Ballet); and an original work by Senior Dance Instructor Olivia Waldrop
FRIDAY, November 8
Farmers Banquet. 6-9 p.m. 441 Rimer Pond Road, Blythewood. The Blythewood Farmers Market’s inaugural farm-to-table dinner celebrating locally grown products prepared by Chef Andrew Gajadhar includes wine pairings and live music by the Columbia Bluegrass Company.
Champagne Bash, 7-9 p.m. Gourmet Shop, 724 Saluda Ave. An evening of bubbles and bites featuring six champagnes paired with hors d’oeuvres. Cocktail attire, call Gourmet Shop at 803-799-9463 for tickets
Arts & Draughts, 7-11 p.m. Columbia Museum of Art, 1515 Main St. Live music and art! Join or renew membership that night or volunteer for a short shift and get in free.
South Carolina men vs South Carolina State, 7 p.m. Colonial Life Arena, 801 Lincoln St.
FRIDAY & SATURDAY, November 8 & 9
2024 SC Pelion Peanut Party, 5:30-10 p.m. Friday, 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday, 951 Pine St., Pelion. Come out for the blessing of the pots and karaoke on Friday and check out a full day of family fun and boiled peanuts on Saturday. The peanut parade starts at 11 a.m. Saturday, fireworks at 7:30 p.m..
2024 Battle of Camden BBQ Festival, 6-10 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Historic Camden, 222 Broad St., Camden. Competition starts Friday night with chicken wings and music by Melton Moon; pulled pork on Saturday with music by New Old Friends. Food samples available while supplies last. Beer sales and vendors CASH ONLY (ATMs on site)
FRIDAY-SUNDAY, November 8-10
SC Underground Film Festival, various times, Nickelodeon Theater, 1607 Main St. A celebration of independent films where fans and filmmakers can connect. Tickets are available for individual events or a 3-day all access pass. Full schedule of events here.
Moon Man Walk, 7:30 p.m. Longstreet Theatre, 1300 Greene St. A magical journey through space and time takes you literally from Philadelphia to the moon and back.
Craftsmen’s Christmas Classic, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday; Cantey & Goodman buildings, South Carolina State Fairgrounds, 1200 Rosewood Dr. Two buildings filled with arts and crafts including jewelry, clothing, woodworking, leather, glass, fine art and more.
SATURDAY, November 9
Carlisle Street Holiday Art Stroll, noon-4 p.m. 3140 Carlisle St., Columbia. Stroll through boutiques, businesses and artist’s studios to find original pieces of art for sale to add to your home or office collection.
South Carolina vs No. 24 Vanderbilt, 4:15 p.m. FirstBank Stadium, Nashville, TN. The Gamecocks take on No. 24 Commodores. South Carolina came alive last week with a 44-20 homecoming win over then-No. 10 Texas A&M. Can they do it again in Nashville?
SUNDAY, November 10
Watch Freely: To Kill A Mockingbird, 2:30-4:45 p.m. Richland Library Main, 1431 Assembly St. Join a free screening of the classic film based on Harper Lee’s novel. Gregory Peck stars as Atticus Finch, a Depression-era lawyer in Alabama who defends a Black man against an undeserved rape charge and tries to educate his young children against prejudice.
The Force MDs Pre-Veterans Celebration: Salute those who served, 3-9 p.m. The Gwynn Event Center, 537 Clemson Rd. A party to show love, respect and honor to veterans. Live music and dinner included.
No. 1 South Carolina vs No. 9 NC State, 3 p.m. Spectrum Center, Charlotte. Two Top 10 teams take the court in neutral territory.
