Things to do this weekend in South Carolina - 09/06/2023

Looking for an adventurous and fun-filled weekend getaway in South Carolina? South Caroline offers a wide range of activities that cater to all interests. Whether you're planning a family weekend or a romantic escape, you'll find plenty of options to create lasting memories. Here are some exciting activities you can enjoy this weekend in South Carolina.

The 521 All Stars: A Championship Story of Baseball and Community

The State Museum is excited to feature one of our most popular traveling exhibitions, "The 521 All-Stars: A Championship Story of Baseball and Community."

This exhibition is based on the 1998 book by Frye Gaillard with photographs by Byron Baldwin, depicts baseball in its purest form: scrap metal bases, rotten wood bleachers, teams made up of brothers, fathers, sons and, most importantly, fellowship within the community.

Until Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier in 1947, major league baseball was the pastime for white players and their fans. Segregated and separated, Black players were forced to form leagues of their own. These largely Black leagues have an unmistakable impact on their local communities and the game of baseball itself.

This exhibition highlights the story of the 521 All-Stars team of Rembert, SC, a Black baseball team with roots going back to the 1920s. Named for Hwy 521 which runs past the field, the 521 All-Stars play for the love of the game and the pride and solidarity it brings. This extends both to those who play and those who gather to watch from the stands.

Through over 40 framed photographs taken during the team’s 1996-1997 season, this exhibition not only provides a portrait of the men who played but the community who supported them throughout.

Exhibition entrance is included with museum general admission.

For more information visit - The 521 All-Stars: A Championship Story of Baseball and Community | South Carolina State Museum (scmuseum.org)

Carolina's Caribbean Culture Festival

 2023 downtown Columbia “South Carolina Carnival” 4 Days filled with Culture, Entertainment and Fun. Bringing cultures together

Join us Downtown Columbia for the Annual SOUTH CAROLINA CARNIVAL (SCC) June 8th to 11th. Our theme for 2023 “Music, Food & Culture” will stem over three days of festivities filled with rich culture blending experiences and paying tribute to Caribbean American Heritage month. Carolina Caribbean Culture Festival is a nonprofit organization formed to promote, educate and inform the community about the many faces of Caribbean culture.

Thursday June 8th .... International Night

Friday June 9th .... Day Party

Friday June 9th ... J'ouvert...It's all about the Jab...bring your cooler (no ice or glass bottles in the cooler please). Your bag will contain your T-shirt, cup, paint, powder and more.

Saturday June 10th ... It's our 10th Annual Block Party... Food, Music and culture will be on display...Live Entertainment by Local, National and International Artiste. Local food and arts and craft vendors will be there. It's the perfect family outing.

Saturday June 10th ...Our Culture Parade ... Link with one of our Mas Bands and get on the Road.

Saturday June 10th ... It's the After Party ...When Miami All White comes to SC Carnival it's a Soiree 2... Dress in your ALL WHITE and come dance the night away with Mr Desmond. Foreign Base, Eternal Vibes and a host of DJ's. Live performance by Stedic Music.

Sunday June 11th ... By popular demand: Punch'd is THE breakfast party/cool down/see you next year party all wrapped in one. You don't want to miss it.

For more information visit - Official Website of South Carolina Carnival

Meeting Street Artisan Market

Experience the vibrant Meeting Street Artisan Market in South Carolina, a haven for local artisans and their unique creations. Discover handcrafted jewellery, ceramics, paintings, and more. Engage with passionate artists and find one-of-a-kind treasures. Immerse yourself in the artistic atmosphere and support the thriving creative community. Don't miss this remarkable gathering of talent in the heart of South Carolina.

For more information visit - https://www.facebook.com/MeetingStreetArtisanMarket/

Much Ado About Nothing

The South Carolina Shakespeare Company presents William Shakespeare's "Much Ado About Nothing" for 6 nights.

Don't be fooled by the title! A LOT happens in this play: many wonderful, happy, tragic, and funny "somethings" happen on the grounds of Leonato's villa where Don Pedro and his comrades have returned from wat.

Director Lina Khoury has chosen a talented cast for this production. Join the South Carolina Shakespeare Company for exuberant excitement and hilarious action in Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing.

For more information visit - http://icehouseamphitheater.com/events/?event_id=1342

Make Some Noise: The Science of Sound

Make Some Noise: The Science of Sound / Haz un poco de ruido: La ciencia del sonido is a bilingual exhibition, presented in English and Spanish, at the South Carolina State Museum. Guests are invited to explore the way sound travels, discover how humans and animals hear sound, examine the psychology behind how sound can affect our emotions and evoke nostalgia, learn about the process of making instruments and more.

The museum is excited to showcase a collaborative project with the University of South Carolina, featuring student-created animations set to original musical compositions that demonstrate the powerful effect sounds can have on our emotions. Guests can also experiment with sound through a variety of interactives, which will encourage visitors to Make Some Noise of their own.

Exhibition highlights include: Chladni plate interactive, Edison Amberola Phonograph, c. 1908, Natural History specimens, Music and animation created by University of South Carolina students, Spectrogram interactive and more.

This exhibition is free with museum general admission or membership.

For more information visit - https://scmuseum.org/explore/exhibitions/make-some-noise-science-sound