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| Month/Day(s)/Year: | | | Event Name: | LOVE ON THE WILD SIDE | | Website Address: | | | Place: | | | Time: | | | Description of Events: | Take a moonlit animal courtship tour with your sweetheart during this wildly romantic, adults-only dinner and tour at Riverbanks Zoo. Enjoy a signature cocktail upon arrival (cash bar available). Learn about animal amour and the ways animals mate and date. After the tour, enjoy a three-course meal. Tickets are $100 per couple. Must be 21 years or older. Rain or shine. Space is limited; reservations are required by Monday, February 6. Reserve online at www.riverbanks.org.
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| Month/Day(s)/Year: | | | Event Name: | MITZVAH DAY | | Website Address: | | | Place: | | | Time: | | | Description of Events: | Volunteers of all ages will donate their time and talents to help many Midlands organizations during the Columbia Jewish Federation’s Mitzvah Day on Sunday, February 12. A mitzvah means ‘commandment” but commonly translates to “good deeds.” Mitzvah Day unites communities in acts of tikkun olam - repairing the world.
Mitzvah Day begins at 11:30 a.m. with lunch at the Katie and Irwin Kahn Jewish Community Center. Participants will board busses for an afternoon of volunteerism at six locations. Sites include Transitions homeless shelter, Epworth Children’s Home, the Ronald McDonald House, Sesquicentennial State Park, and much more. Learning is also considered a mitzvah, and there will be opportunities to learn from the rabbis, as well as create artwork for residential organizations in Columbia and in Israel. Volunteers will reconvene at the JCC at 3 p.m. for an ice-cream celebration. For more information about Mitzvah Day, contact Erica Serbin at 803.787-2023, ext. 211 or ericas@jewishcolumbia.org.
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| Month/Day(s)/Year: | FREE FRIDAYS AT THE ZOO! | | Event Name: | | | Website Address: | | | Place: | | | Time: | | | Description of Events: | A new year means the return of Free Fridays at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden! Residents of Richland and Lexington counties receive free admission to Riverbanks Zoo and Garden on Fridays during January and February. Bring a valid driver’s license or property tax statement for proof of residency. Call (803) 779-8717 or visit www.riverbanks.org for more information.
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| Month/Day(s)/Year: | Now! | | Event Name: | Rolling Readers | | Website Address: | http://www.rollingreadersonline.com | | Place: | | | Time: | | | Description of Events: | Seeking volunteers to read aloud or tutor to children for one hour a week. (803)733-7323; Email: rollingreaders@sc.rr.com |
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| Month/Day(s)/Year: | NOW! | | Event Name: | Volunteers for Regency Hospice | | Website Address: | | | Place: | Regency Hospice | | Time: | | | Description of Events: | Regency Hospice is seeking volunteers to arrange flowers for distribution to patients and families for distribution to patients and families.Would require two to three hours per week, preferably Tuesday but could be Wednesday morning. Call (803)765-0099 |
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| Month/Day(s)/Year: | | | Event Name: | SC Assistive Technology | | Website Address: | | | Place: | | | Time: | | | Description of Events: | Make plans to attend! The 2012 SC Assistive Technology Expo …Tuesday, March 13, 2012- 9 am – 4 pm- Brookland Banquet and Conference Center, 1066 Sunset Boulevard West Columbia, S.C. 29169 (803) 796-7525You can learn more about the 2012 SC Assistive Technology Expo, download a flyer, review workshop descriptions and see the exhibitors who will be there at http://www.sc.edu/scatp/expo/expo12.html |
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| Month/Day(s)/Year: | | | Event Name: | FIDO DOG RESCUE | | Website Address: | | | Place: | | | Time: | | | Description of Events: | FIDO DOG RESCUE is looking for volunteer foster families to care for rescued dogs until they find permanent homes. (803) 796-2390
Read more here: http://www.thestate.com/2012/01/31/2134298/giving-help-getting-help-jan-31.html#storylink=cpy |
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| Month/Day(s)/Year: | | | Event Name: | RICHLAND COUNTY CASA | | Website Address: | | | Place: | | | Time: | | | Description of Events: | RICHLAND COUNTY CASA is seeking volunteers to serve as advocates for abused and neglected children in Richland Family Court. For more information, go to www.rccasa.org. |
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| Month/Day(s)/Year: | | | Event Name: | HEROES VEST FUND INC | | Website Address: | | | Place: | | | Time: | | | Description of Events: | HEROES VEST FUND INC., a Lexington-based nonprofit, has donated tracking harnesses for each of the six K-9 police dogs serving the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department. Each harness includes a handle, Sheriff’s Department patches and reflective “SHERIFF” panels. The fund previously donated four body armor vests to dogs in the K-9 Unit. If you’d like to make a donation, go to www.heroesvestfund.org |
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| Month/Day(s)/Year: | NOW | | Event Name: | TYPE O NEGATIVE CRITICAL NEED - AMERICAN RED CROSS | | Website Address: | http://www.redcrossblood.org | | Place: | | | Time: | | | Description of Events: | THE AMERICAN RED CROSS SUPPLY OF TYPE O NEGATIVE BLOOD HAS DROPPED TO CRITICALLY LOW LEVELS. THE RED CROSS NEEDS YOUR HELP NOW! give the gift of life TODAY DURING THIS CRITICAL TIME and MAKE THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN AN ADEQUATE BLOOD SUPPLY AND A SUMMER SHORTAGE. ALSO CONSIDER BECOMING A DOUBLE RED CELL DONOR. CALL 1-800-red cross OR VISIT REDCROSSBLOOD.ORG. THE NEED IS CONSTANT. THE GRATIFICATION IS INSTANT. GIVE BLOOD.
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| Month/Day(s)/Year: | ALL THE TIME | | Event Name: | CALLING ALL FRIENDS FOUNDATION | | Website Address: | http://callingallfriendsfoundation.org | | Place: | | | Time: | | | Description of Events: | Once the call for help is sounded, we band together to accomplish what seems insurmountable…..
CAFF was founded in May 2010 by a group of friends who saw the struggles of some members of the community who seemed to not have a support system of their own. CAFF is supported by countless volunteers and community businesses who donate their time, resources and financial support to assist CAFF in accomplishing its goals.
CAFF is a 100% non-profit, local, charitable organization with no denominational or partisan ties. Recipients are chosen by the board of directors and based on referral, financial need and funds available for allocation. CAFF supports children and families by looking for ways to ease struggles for those who need it most. CAFF looks to primarily assist families with young children who do not have a strong support system to alleviate exceptional financial challenges by providing monetary relief and coordination of pro-bono or discounted services through local charitable events or individual donations.
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| Month/Day(s)/Year: | NOW! | | Event Name: | DISTURBED'S CAMPAIGN FOR TROOPS - "METAL OF HONOR" | | Website Address: | http://rucksack.iava.org | | Place: | | | Time: | NOW! | | Description of Events: | Disturbed has kicked of their "METAL OF HONOR" campaign for the military. When you text 41518, you will donate five dollars to military veterans, active members and their families through the Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA) organization. |
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| Month/Day(s)/Year: | NOW! | | Event Name: | Volunteers needed to help veterans | | Website Address: | | | Place: | | | Time: | | | Description of Events: | Voluntary service is recruiting for more volunteer shuttle drivers. Additional shuttles will be added in late August to help transport patients to and from the VARO.
Volunteer drivers are asked to volunteer a 4.5 hour shift one or more mornings or afternoons a week. This is an assignment that Dorn volunteers love. The disabled patients are so grateful for the ride. Drivers must have drivers license and be over 21 years of age. Training will be provided.
Many studies have shown that volunteering is good for your health it’s boosts the immune system, lowers blood pressure and helps overall health!
For more info, contact Priscilla Creamer at (803) 695-6780 |
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| Month/Day(s)/Year: | | | Event Name: | Road to Recovery | | Website Address: | | | Place: | American Cancer Society office, 128 Stonemark Lane. | | Time: | | | Description of Events: | Road to Recovery is a program that provides cancer patients with transportation to and from treatments. Training is weekly at the American Cancer Society office. Volunteers must have a driver's license, good driving record and reliable vehicle. Call Lang Hunt @ (803)750-1693 |
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| Month/Day(s)/Year: | NOW | | Event Name: | Emergency Food Pantries | | Website Address: | | | Place: | | | Time: | | | Description of Events: | There are any number of community food banks that are in need of donations to keep up with increased demand because of the economic downturn. Many also need volunteers. At Harvest Hope Food Bank's Shop Road location, for example, volunteers are needed to sort and package food, answer phones and help with food drives. Call (803)254-4432 ext.115 for details. |
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| Month/Day(s)/Year: | | | Event Name: | HOSPICE VOLUNTEERS | | Website Address: | | | Place: | | | Time: | | | Description of Events: | Hospice Care of Tri-County is in need of volunteers for their Patient Care Program. Volunteers complete 6- 8 hours of initial training, yearly on-going training and coaching, reference and SLED checks. Many have at least 1-2 hours available a week. If you’re interested, or know of other compassionate individuals, church or civic groups that would like to learn more, call Terry Vann Schon at 803-400-1177 or Linda Davis at 803-461-5079.
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| Month/Day(s)/Year: | | | Event Name: | SC MENTOR | | Website Address: | | | Place: | | | Time: | | | Description of Events: | South Carolina Mentor, a licensed foster care agency, is seeking individuals and families to provide care for foster children. If you want to make a difference in the life of a child or teenager and if you have an extra bedroom, a flexible schedule and the desire to care for an abused or neglected child, we need you! Please call Diana at (803) 799-9025 ext. 5607. |
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| Month/Day(s)/Year: | All the time. | | Event Name: | DONATE TO THE SALVATION ARMY | | Website Address: | | | Place: | 1312 North Millwood Avenue | | Time: | | | Description of Events: | The Salvation Army Family Thrift Store always needs donations. The store is located at 1312 North Millwood Avenue in Columbia, South Carolina. Donations are intended to raise much-needed income to sustain Salvation Army programs. To make a donation, please call 223-9971.
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| Month/Day(s)/Year: | All the time! | | Event Name: | Support the local arts in Columbia! | | Website Address: | see below | | Place: | Columbia and the surrounding area | | Time: | | | Description of Events: | Click the links below to see what's playing in your area. All are non-profit organizations.
Trustus Theater - http://www.trustus.org
Nickelodeon Theater - http://www.nickelodeon.org
Chapin Community Theatre - http://www.chapintheatre.org
USC Theater - http://www.cas.sc.edu/thea/season09-10.html
Workshop Theater - http://www.workshoptheatre.com
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| Month/Day(s)/Year: | Monthly (each Tuesday at the beginning of the month) | | Event Name: | Columbia Veterans Informatiion | | Website Address: | | | Place: | Columbia One Stop Workforce Center | | Time: | 10 a.m. - 12 noon | | Description of Events: | Veterans Affairs Representative will be located at the Columbia One Stop Workforce Center at 700 Taylor Street on every first Tuesday of each month, between the hours of 10 am and 12 noon to answer your questions regarding Veterans health care and benefits.
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| Month/Day(s)/Year: | | | Event Name: | Nickelodeon Theater (Columbia's Non-Profit Theater) | | Website Address: | http://www.nickelodeon.org | | Place: | Columbia SC on the corner of Main and Pendleton Streets, adjacent to the campus of the University of South Carolina | | Time: | | | Description of Events: | The Nickelodeon Theatre is a small 77 seat store front theater located in Columbia SC on the corner of Main and Pendleton Streets, adjacent to the campus of the University of South Carolina. In operation since 1979, "the Nick", run by the Columbia Film Society, is home to two film screenings each evening and an additional matinee three days a week. The Nick is the only non-profit art house film theater in South Carolina and is the home for 25,000 filmgoers each year. |
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| Month/Day(s)/Year: | NOW (and as long as service members and their families are in need!) | | Event Name: | BANDS FOR ARMS - BRINGING AWARENESS AND SUPPORT FOR OUR MILITARY - ALL PROCEEDS TO GO WOUNDED WARRIOR FOUNDATION | | Website Address: | http://www.bandsforarms.com | | Place: | http://www.bandsforarms.com | | Time: | RIGHT NOW! | | Description of Events: | Bands For Arms was created to bring awareness and support for our military, by having patrons display their suport by wearing a bracelet made from an actual servce member's uniform.
Bands for Arms was created by Nicanor P. Mendoza II, and he recognizes all five Military branches with the ultimate goal as having patrons wear their bracelets proudly, erpresenting those who've donated their uniform.
BANDS FOR ARMS is a project that was created to last as long as service members are in need. Their promise to our heroes is regardless of wartime or peacetime... they will be there providing as long as they fight for us!
All proceeds go to the WOUNDED WARRIOR FOUNDATION.... to help family members of service members who have passed away or been wounded while serving our country. Along with your bracelet, you will get information on the service member whose uniform created YOUR bracelet!
Rock 93.5's Kat Morrison owns one that is pink on one side (and camo on the other side) that reads "SUPPORT"... which came from a woman's uniform who lost her leg in battle. |
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| Month/Day(s)/Year: | NOW | | Event Name: | MatchingDonors.com | | Website Address: | http://www.matchingdonors.com | | Place: | | | Time: | | | Description of Events: | MATCHINGDONORS.COM LINKS ORGAN DONORS WITH PEOPLE IN NEED OF KIDNEY AND OTHER TRANSPLANTS. IN THE U.S. 19 PEOPLE DIE EACH DAY WAITING FOR AN ORGAN TRANSPLANT. MOST OF THEM FOR KIDNEYS. IF YOU’VE EVER CONSIDERED BECOMING A LIVING ORGAN DONOR OR IF YOU ARE SOMEONE IN NEED OF AN ORGAN TRANSPLANT, VISIT MATCHINGDONORS.COM, HOME OF THE GREATEST GIFT OF ALL…THE GIFT OF LIFE. MATCHINGDONORS.COM |
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WHAT: MEALS ON WHEELS recruiting volunteers for home delievered meal programs
WHEN: Now!
WHERE: **in Richland County, call 252-7734
**in Lexington County, call 356-5111
WHO: AMERICAN HIKING SOCIETY
WHAT: 2009 NATIONAL TRAILS FUND
WHEN: Open NOW for applications
WHERE: AmericanHiking.org or call (800) 972-8608
WHY: to help establish, protect and maintain foot trails in America
***The American Hiking Society 2009 National Trails Fund is now open for
applications. This year, American Hiking will provide more support than ever
to grassroots trail organizations around the country, giving local trail
groups the resources they need to secure trail access, obtain and support
volunteers and provide tools and materials to protect America's cherished
hiking trails.
If you want to drink, that's your business.
If you want to stop, that's our business
Alcoholic Anonymous
803-254-5301
Or visit us on the web @ www.area62.org or www.aa.or
Posted On: 8/22/2006
Put your abilities to work! SC Vocational Rehabilitation helps eligible people of all ages with disabilities find the right job. Get career counseling, work training, and job placement. For more information visit scvrd.net, contact your local Vocational Rehabilitation office.
Posted On: 8/22/2006
Want a high-tech career but afraid your disability will limit you? High School students can channel their abilities into career goals through the SC Vocational Rehabilitation's High School/High Tech program. Get college counseling and first-hand experience working in high-tech environments. For more information, talk to your guidance counselor or visit highschoolhightech.scvrd.net
Posted On: 7/25/2006
Looking for a low-maintenance relationship? Want someone to be overjoyed when you walk thru the door? Project Pet offers adoption services for cats & dogs seeking people to love. Visit projectpet.com and connect with someone truly special. Project Pet...saving lives, giving love!
Posted On: 6/27/2006
Volunteers are needed to answer the 24-hour crisis line, provide hospital accompaniment for victims of sexual assault and abuse. Training is provided. Call Sexual Trauma Services of the Midlands (803) 252-8393 x104
Posted On: 6/27/2006
Volunteers are needed for the information desk at the main branch of the Richland County Library. Customer service experience is necessary. Applications at all libraries, or call Cathy Dolan, (803) 929-3436
Posted On: 6/27/2006
Big Brothers, Big Sisters is in need of mentors for children and youth. Please call (803) 691-5700 or visit www.bbbsgc.org
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