Fig Columbia Holiday 2013

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fig® holiday 2013 | issue no. 1 | the fresh, fashionable, & flavorful of columbia, south carolina

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As a girl who’s lived all over—but has deep family roots in the South—first arriving in Columbia almost 20 years ago felt like coming home. The way of talking around here was instantly familiar: Ma’ams and Sirs punctuating nearly every sentence. Hugs for greetings instead of handshakes. Friends saying things like “y’all be good now” instead of good-bye. At last, I’d found my people.

Just over three years ago, when I followed my husband up to Lancaster, PA, my love for Columbia only grew. And whenever I was inclined to indulge in a little homesickness, I’d turn on some Alison Krauss: “Heartstrings hold tighter than the roots of a live oak tree.” Tears every time.

But when I finally looked around enough to enjoy the adventure life had given us, I discovered a little magazine called Fig®. Created by a small and talented group of folks making a positive difference in their community and other special destinations, Fig® was distinctive and lovely to look at. It reminded me that there are good things worth discovering no matter where you find yourself.

That there are interesting, hard-working, and creative people putting their mark on a place, and that getting to know them is one of the best gifts life can offer.

Now that we’re finally back in Columbia (hooray!), I’m so pleased to bring Fig® down South to share with the city I love.

And as we settle in for a happy holiday season with magnolia leaves on the mantel and not a single snowflake in the sky, I’m deeply grateful to be back in Columbia. And whether the roots of your family tree have been planted for generations in Columbia or you’re brand-spanking new and ready to learn about this amazing city, this Fig® is for you.

Y’all be good now.

JANET SCOUTEN, EditorMeet the rest of the creative and talented team that makes Fig® possible at figcolumbia.com.

A WARM WELCOME

Fig® Columbia is solely supported by local businesses & organizations. Join us in creating a thriving downtown community—shop local this holiday season and year-round.

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JEWELRY & ART FRAMED ARTWORK WOODCRAFTS

POT TERY & GLASSWORK HANDCRAFTED GIFTS

nothing ordinary hereunique art & jewelry downtown

exquisite jewelry selection hand-blown christmas ornaments

Jeffery Schwalk, Christa Willoughby, Clayton King, Artizan Team

“ Columbia’s local business

owners...take a genuine

interest in watching this

city succeed and grow.

We all live here and are truly

passionate about recruiting

other top businesses,

improving local education,

and supporting the causes

we feel will help Columbia

as a whole.”

columbia retail

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shopping locally. We believe

that local retail keeps Columbia

distinctive and unique, building

a strong economy that helps

everyone. Vaughn “LV” Granger, Jr.

of Main Street’s Granger Owings

Classic Clothiers & Circa 1332,

agrees. “As merchants who live around here, we have a better understanding of our clients. For example, a guy might come in saying he wants to look fashionable—but the right kind of fashionable for Columbia. I know how to help him.

By and large, Columbia’s local merchants are very good at what they do. We’re not just good in the local market, but in many cases, respected in our trades on national levels.

As a result, we’re able to bring the things that “big cities” are known for back to little ol’ Columbia.

Columbia’s local business owners are very involved in the community. They take a genuine interest in watching this city succeed and grow. We all live here and are truly passionate about recruiting other top businesses, improving local education, and supporting the causes we feel will help Columbia as a whole.”

VAUGHN “LV” GRANGER, JR. Granger Owings Classic Clothiers & Circa 1332

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SHOP SMALL Vaughn Granger, Jr. in his own words

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Gwen RawlsOwner, Gwen Rawls

step in stylecolumbia’s italian shoe boutique

MODERN AND SOPHISTICATED SHOES, BOOTS, AND ACCESSORIES

A South Carolina native whose heart was stolen in Milan by the finest Italian shoes, Gwen Rawls extends the brands of such famed Italian designers as Roberto Cavalli, Luciano Padovan, Luis Onofre, and Cesare Paciotti to women throughout the Southeast.

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YOU ARE HERE As one of the first planned cities in the country, Columbia was built on a 2-mile grid of orderly

blocks along where the Broad and Saluda Rivers come together to form the Congaree. Since its creation in 1786, Columbia has expanded

considerably, with neighborhoods and shopping districts springing up to create a vibrant and diverse city with strong ties to the past and

a vision for the future.

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MAIN STREET

Columbia’s central thoroughfare since its earliest history, Main Street is on the upswing as revitalization efforts transform it into the ideal place for living, working, dining, and shopping. As locals and visitors gather here for the very best the City has to offer, Columbia’s downtown spirit is alive and thriving.

VISTA WEST + VISTA

On the banks of the Congaree River, the Vista is Columbia’s revitalized warehouse district. Home to the historic Adluh Flour Mill, this former industrial quarter now features upscale shops, restaurants, galleries, hotels, and sophisticated urban dwelling places. And just a hop, skip, and a jump across the river in Vista West (aka West Columbia’s State Street), happy diners and shoppers look back to enjoy one of the best views of the City.

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FOREST ACRES

A town within the City of Columbia, Forest Acres was originally incorporated in 1935 to obtain a reliable source of water through FDR’s New Deal. Today, Forest Acres boasts an even greater draw than water: great shopping and dining. With some of the area’s favorite local retail and restaurants, no one lets a little thing like town boundaries stand in their way.

DEVINE STREET

With free street parking, wide sidewalks, and incomparable shopping, Devine Street is Columbia’s boutique corridor. Sometimes described as the “Rodeo Drive” of Columbia, Devine Street is the perfect place to indulge in a little retail therapy.

MILLWOOD AVENUE

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FIVE POINTS

Columbia’s oldest shopping district, Five Points is a former streetcar hub named for the intersection of Harden Street, Devine Street, and Santee Avenue. This eclectic area continues to attract locals, students, and visitors with its array of locally-owned shops, restaurants, cafes, and bars.

FOREST ACRES

DEVINE STREET

FIVE POINTS

HOME ADVANTAGE REALTY

10 2615 Devine Street 803.771.2424 HomeAdvantageRealty.com

As a truly independent, locally-owned brokerage, Home Advantage Realty is dedicated to helping our clients find their perfect home in Columbia. As long-term residents of Columbia, we take great pride in our local community, serving in the city’s schools, charitable organizations, and neighborhoods. Home Advantage Realty: all local, all the time.

Owner Jill Moylan & the Home Advantage Team, local Columbia experts

discoveryour home for the holidays

We understand the importance of finding the right home, and we will

give you the personal attention that such a significant decision deserves.

At Home Advantage Realty, LLC we strive to make your satisfaction our

first priority, and everything else flows from that philosophy.

COLUMBIA’S REAL ESTATE BOUTIQUE WITH WORLDWIDE EXPOSURE

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FULL-SCALE INTERIOR DESIGN SERVICES + RETAIL BOUTIQUE HAND-CRAFTED FURNITURE UNIQUE HOME ACCESSORIES ART + JEWELRY

make a statement

let your home

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A PERFECT FIT

Debbie McDaniel wanted to make a difference. As the daughter and granddaughter of women who volunteered their time and talents to help others, Debbie had the role models she needed to encourage her to action. As the owner of two successful resale stores, Revente and Sid Nancy in Five Points, she knew just how she could make her talents work for others. She began making plans to open another store. The clothes from Revente that didn’t find a home would be moved to this new store—and all the profits would be given to charity.

“I knew I wanted to help a non-profit that worked with women,” Debbie says. “I spoke with a friend in that area who referred me to

Kathy Riley with The Women’s Shelter. We met and knew immediately it was a good fit.” The Women’s Shelter offers housing and support to

women as they transition from homelessness to stable productive lives. The store, Second Chances, recently celebrated its third anniversary, and The Women’s Shelter continues

to reap the benefits of Debbie’s sharp eye for a good business proposition. The Shelter gets a little more than $2000 a month from the store.

“Over the last three years, it’s more than $75,000,” according to Kathy Riley. She continues to be overwhelmed by Debbie’s generosity. “Here’s someone who works hard to make her for-profit business a success so she can give all the profits away!” Second Chances isn’t the only way Debbie makes a difference in Columbia. A family tradition of volunteerism and some serious business savvy has benefitted other organizations, too. And Debbie is happy to make a difference. “I feel extremely fortunate that I am now able to give back and support so many different causes—from those in need to the arts.”

Debbie McDanielOwner, Revente’s 2nd Chances on Millwood & Revente and Sid Nancy in Five Points

giving backDebbie McDaniel

“I feel extremely

fortunate that I am

now able to give back

and support...”

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a healthy glowgive yourself the gift of

Dr. Asha James with Columbia Skin Clinic helps her patients discover and enhance their true beauty. Treating every patient individually, Dr. James helps her patients feel confident, walking out of her office looking natural, fresh, and rested.

“I help my patients find their own healthy glow, which may have been hidden for years,” she says.Offering everything from planning a basic skin care regimen for any age group and gender, to cosmetic procedures such as botox, fillers, chemical peels, and laser treatment, Dr. James wants her patients to feel comfortable every step of the way.

GRETA C. ZIMMERMAN, DO • RICHARD LAWS, MD ASHA P. JAMES, MD • JIM C. CHOW, MD • ALLISON L. CASHMAN, MDNot pictured: WILLIAM R. MCWILLIAMS, MD ANNA MCKIE, PA-C • APRIL MCNEILL, PA-C

The Midlands premier dermatology specialists

with three convenient offices in the Columbia area, the Columbia Skin

Clinic provides the highest quality treatment of the

skin, hair, and nails.

As the state’s oldest dermatology practice,

Columbia Skin Clinic not only meets the dermatology needs of the area’s residents, it is also

a leader in researching new and advanced dermatological

procedures.

CSC’s board certified dermatologists provide cost effective, efficient care for

disorders and conditions of the skin, cosmetic surgery, as well as non-invasive cosmetic

treatments like botox, fillers, and chemical peels.

14 906 Harden Street 803.799.4744 pulliammorris.com

Pulliam Morris Designers

Fine residential and commercial design

throughout the Southeast.

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REGIONALLY SOURCED INGREDIENTS A SEASONALLY-DRIVEN MENU

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ESTABLISHED IN 1978,

Shandon-Wood Animal Clinic offers the highest level of medical care delivered in a compassionate, caring manner.

Located in the heart of the Shandon and Heathwood neighborhoods near Dreher High School, Shandon-Wood is conveniently open 7 days a week. And while appointments are preferred, Shandon-Wood also provides walk-in and drop-off services at no extra charge.

always therewith care and compassion for your pets

Dr. William Otis& Dr. Neal Atkinson

SURGERY DIAGNOSIS VACCINATIONS GROOMING BOARDING

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LOCAL MADE EASY

Open seven days a week and featuring South Carolina products like Heather’s Artisan Breads, B is for Butter, and Happy Cow milk, the new Provisions by Sandy Creek keeps Columbia kitchens stocked with wholesome local goodness all week long.

Owners John and Nickki Sparrow—along with Mary Sparrow, purveyor of Columbia’s own Mother’s Shuckers cocktail sauce—decided that Columbia needed a store where the creators of local foodstuffs could get their products on a shelf.

Partnering with Tyler Jones, who opened the first Provisions by Sandy Creek in Indian Land, NC, the Sparrows are thrilled to bring this concept to Columbia. Stocked with products from local farms and small businesses, such as DiPrato’s pimento cheese, the store also features Provisions by Sandy Creek-branded products.

open seven days a week

fresh face

SOCO

18 823 Gervais Street soco-work.com

Jay Barry, Gene Crawford, & Giovanni DiFeterici Founders, SOCO

discover coworkingin the heart of the vista

PERFECT FOR SMALL TEAMS, FREELANCERS, & INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORSOFFERING FLEXIBLE MEMBERSHIPS ON A MONTHLY OR DAILY BASIS

SOCO is a new place for creative professionals to come together to work in a collaborative way. Be inspired by the architectural

beauty—tall ceilings, industrial beams, and natural light.

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GRACE OUTDOORS

experience gracecolumbia’s only local billboard operator

Grace Outdoor, a family-owned business, operates more than 500 traditional and digital billboards in the Southeast United

States. We know advertising. We know Columbia.

Jacob, Diana and Hal Stevenson,Grace Outdoor

20 118 State Street 803.207.9265 Facebook.com/GalleryWest

libations to mimic your mood

LOCAL INGREDIENTS

SEASONAL SPECIALS

SIGNATURE COCKTAILS

ECLECTIC BEERS AND WINE

LAT TE, ESPRESSO, & CAPPUCCINO

GOURMET PLATES

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FINE ART ANTIQUES F INE HANDCRAFTED ITEMS JEWELRY

visual traditionsfine art embracing history Sara Cogswell

Owner, Gallery West

Ryan DittmanCocktail Specialist Ryan WhittakerChef

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columbia food

“ Soda City is a reflection

of everything that is good

about Columbia—this

town is a creative, smart,

culturally diverse, and fun

place to be.”

– Emile DeFelice

Fig® believes in the power

of fresh, local food. More

than just fuel for survival, the food

we eat shapes our perceptions of

place—connecting us to the land

and the people who came before

us—as well as those who will come

after us. Food not only gathers us

around tables for meals, but also

in the marketplace as we seek

the freshest, best, and most local

ingredients. With a climate that allows for year-round farm production, Columbians enjoy eating fresh and local every month of the year. And, thanks to the innovation and vision of people

like Emile DeFelice, Soda City’s Founder and Dear Leader, that local goodness is available every Saturday on Main Street.

“Soda City is a reflection of everything that is good about Columbia—this town is a creative, smart, culturally diverse, and fun place to be. For those lucky to live here, the market is like a group hug in the town square. And for visitors to town, it’s an extended hand welcoming you to our home—Make yourself comfortable and stay a while!”

FRESH IS BESTFig® pulls up a chair to Columbia’s Table with Emile DeFelice

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22 4505 Forest Drive 803.738.1520 forestlaketravel.com facebook.com/ForestLakeTravel

In 1978, Joe Bouknight opened Forest Lake Travel with just one employee. He

and his secretary hand-wrote each airline ticket they issued on carbon paper. Handwritten airline tickets may be a thing

of the past, but personal, hands-on help is alive and

well. Co-owners Daisy Miller and Margaret Bauer care

about each client, just like their dad did.

Daisy Miller & Margaret Bauerco-owners, Forest Lake Travel

travel made personal

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columbia’s european eyewear source

where eyewear & art meet

ALTERNATIVE ART GALLERY CUT TING-EDGE EUROPEAN FRAMES STYLISH SUNGLASSES DESIGN & CUSTOMER FOCUS

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we adore

columbia,south carolina

ALL THE REASONS

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SANG YOUR PRAISES

“I love living in Five Points…It’s the best ‘hood in Columbia!” – Tom Chinn

“I adore my historic neighborhood, the homes, the big oak trees, and the azaleas. I love going to the Nickelodeon Theatre with a few friends, having a glass of wine and enjoying an indie movie.” – Lee Ann Kornegay

“My favorite thing about Columbia is Five Points and its funky, urban vibe. You’ll run into every type of person there, from professors to musicians.” – Debbie McDaniel

“I love sitting at 116 State and looking at the view of the City. And I love that I can drive my golf cart around and it’s not too strange.” – Debi Schadel

“The support our community gives to make sure local businesses, local food, and the arts thrive makes me proud to be from Columbia!” – Vanessa Driscoll

“I love living in a city that is small enough that I know the restaurant owners and managers at my favorite local spots, but large enough that I feel like I have endless awesome local options.” – Becca Hill

“I love going to breakfast at Lizard’s Thicket with my grandchildren.” – Rhett Wolfe

“ Watching Columbia’s restaurant scene grow has been amazing. Being a part of it is a dream come true!” – Kristian Niemi

“I love living in Columbia. We have the most wonderful and supportive community of singers, dancers, poets, musicians, visual artists, writers, filmmakers, actors, and teachers who share the love of creating and living the beauty of art in all forms. We are small enough to know one another personally and large enough to have a variety of opportunities that present each individual choices to engage in the arts that he or she loves best. The love and support runs deep and is ever genuine.” – Bonnie Goldberg

“I love Columbia’s tree-shaded, downtown neighborhoods…and the spectacular sunsets! I especially love the view from Devine Street of the State House dome at sunset.” – Ann Timberlake

“I love being involved with the Columbia Museum of Art, which brings such interesting art, ideas, and people together.” – Karen Brosius


“Especially as the weather turns cooler, I love riding my bike around downtown. On Saturday mornings I like to ride over to the Soda City market and then pedal home with fresh ingredients for brunch. It’s easy riding, and gliding through the cool air just feels great.” – Ken May

“I love knocking out my Christmas list with all of the indie, handmade gift vendors from around the Southeast who come to Columbia for our Crafty Feast artisan fair.” – Tracie Broom

“If you have moxie and a little creativity, you can create anything you like in Columbia! Our internationality sometimes feels like a grand secret, especially in our humble and delicious authentic ethnic restaurants!” – Shige Kobayashi

“From watching my daughters glide and twirl at Main Street Ice to wonderful events like the Governor’s Carolighting, Vista Lights, and our Famously Hot New Year’s Celebration, there are so many wonderful things that make Columbia special during the holidays. But my favorite is how the people of this community put the kindness and Southern hospitality we’re known for out on display for all to see in the spirit of the season.”

– Mayor Steve Benjamin

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a classic kitchen

❖ great ❖brand names

GIFT REGISTRY TOP QUALITY CUTLERY COOKWARE GADGETS THAT MAKE COOKING PREP EASY & FUN

All-Clad • LeCreuset • Victorinox • OXO USA Pans • Kuhn Rikon • Emile Henry Scanpan • Casafina • BIA Cordon Bleu

“We have a GIFT REGISTRY that’s not just for brides! Tell us what you’d love—

we’ll tell your friends!”

Bev TullerOwner, Mary & Martha’s

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Susannah ColeOwner, Jack & Jane Sport

JACK & JANE HAS RELOCATED FROM

DEVINE STREET TO SUITE 5 IN

TRENHOLM PLAZA

OPEN MON-SAT 10-6

FIND YOUR FAVORITE BRANDS INCLUDING: LUCY ASICS ALO OISELLE NOGII

outfitted for fitness

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28 4721 Forest Drive *inside Strobler Home Furnishings 803.917.7235 shopalliemac.com etsy.com/shop/shopalliemac

DRESSED

TO IMPRESS

“Be Who You Are” is Allie Mac’s tagline, but more

than that, it’s a reminder to embrace our own sweet

imperfections. It’s a reminder that we’re created as

individuals, and not mass produced. Allie Mac features beautifully designed clothing

named for important women in Allison’s life: the grandmother,

the sister, the daughter, the friend. And each woman who

buys and wears Allie Mac feels like a cherished member of that circle, treasuring the exceptional care that goes

into each item, handmade in Columbia with love.

Allison McLendon

Owner & Designer, Allie Mac

Katherine Frankstone

Owner, Grey Ghost Bakery

Cookies by

Grey Ghost Bakery

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olumbia is a city bursting with creativity. When locals like clothing designer Allison McLendon

or cookie baker Katherine Frankstone put their handmade goodness out into the marketplace, our

City is all the better for it. The spirit that drives small businesses like Allie Mac and Grey Ghost Bakery

is what makes Columbia so special—not to mention sweet and stylish!

SWEET

SODA CITY

TREATS

“We’re a small family-owned baking company based in

Columbia, and we use the highest quality all natural ingredients to create our made-from-scratch, hand-formed cookies in a range

of truly addictive flavors.”

ECI works with small businesses like Grey Ghost Bakery to help establish

themselves in the marketplace. Learn more: findnewmarkets.com

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taste is beautiful

an italian trattoria featuring local, seasonal ingredients

Through local farmers, Rosso sources the best and freshest meat, fish, poultry, produce, and dairy. And in creating their elegantly rustic cuisine, wood-fired cooking is central

to Rosso’s constant pursuit of authenticity, searing incomparable flavor into every dish.Travis RayleExecutive Chef, Rosso

32 4525 Forest Drive 803.787.8411 thehappycafeonforest.com

family recipes shared with Columbia every day

Sue Hodges & Anne ReynoldsOwners, The Happy Cafe

OPEN FOR LUNCH MONDAY – SATURDAY DELICIOUS DESSERTS {INCLUDING OUR FAMOUS CARAMEL CAKES!} TAKE HOME OPTIONS FOR EASY FAMILY DINNERS CATERING AVAILABLE

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1. Sports Bra Jack & Jane (page 27) jackandjanesport.com

2. Satchel Gwen Rawls (page 7) gwenrawls.com

3. Clarisonic Mia Cleansing System Columbia Skin Clinic (page 13) columbiaskinclinic.com

4. Children’s Clothing KD’s Treehouse (page 46) kdstreehouse.com

5. DiPrato’s Pimento Cheese DiPrato’s (page 43) dipratos.com

6. Sweet Potato Chips Provisions (page 17) scprovisions.com

7. Caramel Cupcakes Happy Café (page 32) thehappycafeonforest.com

8. Eyeglasses Frame of Mind (page 23) artofeyewear.com

9. Molasses Spice Cookies Grey Ghost Bakery (page 29) greyghostbakery.com

10. Lamp MACK. Home (page 11) mackhomecolumbia.com

11. Staub Coq Au Vin Mary & Martha’s (page 26) maryandmarthasc.com

12. Cuff and Bangles Artizan (page 5) artizansc.com

13. Books and Journals Columbia Museum of Art (page 36) columbiamuseum.org

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A downtown Columbia parish where the ancient liturgy and tradition

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Church of the Apostles meets Sunday mornings for worship, offering Sunday

School for all ages as well.

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Bringing the community together through agri-tourism, local food, and local chefs who deliver the freshest ingredients to the table in creative and unique ways, Farm to Table’s events include a series of Harvest Dinners, Nose to Tail Dinners, Adventure Dinners, and music events. The seed for this innovative idea was planted in 2010 when founder Vanessa Driscoll first returned home from living in Asheville, NC and attended a Sustainable Midlands Holiday Market.

Having heard of the then-new City Roots Farm, Vanessa—who’d always wanted to create a field dinner—walked right up to the owners of City Roots and said, “I want to have dinners on your farm.” They thought she was crazy. A couple of months later, Vanessa joined with the McClam family, owners of City Roots, and Chef/Owner of @116 Ryan Whittaker, to create Columbia’s very first Harvest Dinner.

Three years later, the team at Farm to Table—which now includes Chef/Owner Kristian Niemi of Rosso Trattoria and Bourbon Columbia and Executive Chef Travis Rayle as the resident Harvest Dinner Chefs—decided to take their passion for local food events and put it all under one roof. As they continue the growing tradition of bringing the community together over local fresh food, Farm to Table creates unique settings with talented chefs in large and small venues.

Whether it’s through their regular series at City Roots Farm, at a museum, by a riverside, or in your backyard, the Farm to Table Event Company brings fresh, locally-grown food, expert chefs, and even the table to share in a spirit of community.

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Bohumila AugustinovaManager, Columbia Museum of Art Gift Shop

a new way to see + shop

36 1515 Main Street 803.799.2810 columbiamuseum.org

Over the past six years or so, shop manager Bohumila Augustinova has transformed the Columbia Museum of Art’s gift shop into a distinctive destination all its own.

No longer just a spot to pick up mementos after enjoying the latest exhibit, the museum shop now features beautiful and innovative one-of-a kind originals, including artisan-crafted jewelry and more.

“I’m a very tactile person, and I love design

and three dimensional things. I choose items from the world of art that people will live with every day,” she says, smiling. “I get to do that!”

Often asked about the origins of her accent, Bohumila is originally from the Czech Republic. Beginning her career at the CMA first as a security guard, then as a front-desk receptionist, Bohumila’s discerning tastes and European-boutique experience finally came to

the forefront as she moved into her current role.

“If you’re looking for that perfect unique gift, this is definitely the place to go,” says Bohumila. “My favorite is when men come in and they are looking for a gift for someone they love—and you can always tell they’re in love.”

“We get to help them choose something special,” she says. “It’s really our privilege.”

36 1515 Main Street 803.799.2810 columbiamuseum.org

Whitney LeJeune,“Muster a Must”Photo Credit: Jenna Sach

“ We’re creating a true

community on Main Street,”

explains Mark. “All of this

was done by giving art and

beauty a very necessary

platform to share it with

the city at large... We pride

ourselves on being an

event for the people by

the people.”

– Mark Plessinger

columbia art

F ig® believes in the power

of creativity and that the arts

can transform the way people view

a city—for good. Mark Plessinger,

owner of Main Street’s Frame of

Mind & founder of Columbia’s

First Thursdays on Main, agrees.

A long-time champion of local art through Frame of Mind—the state’s only eyewear boutique and alternative art gallery hybrid—Mark hosted the first art show about five years ago at FOM as a way of supporting a local artist and friend, which soon developed into a monthly series with an ever-increasing attendance.

Attracting attention not only to local artists, but also to locally-owned businesses, FOM’s art shows eventually led to a revival of the grass-roots art corridor on Columbia’s Main

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Street, now celebrated as “First Thursdays on Main.”

An exciting collaborative effort drawing 1500-2000 people into the heart of the City every month, First Thursdays on Main showcase both the creativity of featured artists and the spirit of downtown Columbia.

“We’re creating a true community on Main Street,” explains Mark. “All of this was done by giving art and beauty a very necessary platform to share it with the city at large. We pride ourselves on being an event for the people by the people. Come out and enjoy!”

First Thursdays are main street’s monthly

art celebration 6-9pm

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Whether working with Columbians moving from one neighborhood to another or families moving into or out of the Midlands, Wolfe Company professionals serve the client well. Every time. In every way.

Wolfe Company professionals know the Columbia market. Responding to clients quickly and efficiently, every member of The Wolfe team is dependably attentive to the smallest detail and experienced in creative problem solving.

Believing that respect and communication must be a part of every transaction, the sales associates at The Wolfe Company have excelled at bringing buyers and sellers together successfully since 1945.

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Mike DavisChef, Terra

As a standard-bearer for local, seasonal ingredients, Terra’s Chef Mike Davis is successfully making his mark on the regional and national map for his unique take on classic dishes. With a menu that changes frequently, Terra—which means earth or land in Latin—takes special pride in giving its guests top-notch service, an award-winning wine list, and seasonal cocktails. Known for its sweeping views of the Columbia skyline, the ever-changing Butcher’s plate, and standout dishes like the “Quack Madame,” Terra and Chef Mike Davis are also proud to know their farmers and purveyors well and be a part of organizations like Slow Food Columbia and the South Carolina Sustainable Seafood Initiative.

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Sustainable Holiday CelebrationA Local Holiday Celebration Like No Other! Good Friends, Good Food, Good Gifting

Monday, December 2 4:30-8:30 PMGrand Hall at 701 Whaley Street

Celebrate sustainability and kick off the holiday shopping season! Unique Artisan Gifts • $5 Donation

Go to sustainablemidlands.org for more information. Presented by Sustainable Midlands, the Fifth Annual Sustainable Holiday Celebration features the artisans and craftspeople who make our community wonderful and unique.

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“Spending my childhood making daisy crowns in my mother’s garden, it naturally follows that you’ll find wildflowers, buds, and vines throughout my designs…What

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Sarah Shell, Floral Designer

“At the heart of Landon Jacob photography is a love for people. Our clients desire a photographer who is charming and

authentic, yet skilled and precise. We strive to capture timeless,

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a fine art wedding photographer based in Columbia, and available for

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NEW YORK STYLE, SOUTHERN CHARM

In a quiet Columbia neighborhood barely off the beaten path, DiPrato’s offers the best of two worlds: a true New York Style delicatessen blended with Southern grace and charm.

An unlikely pairing that has stood the test of time, restaurateur Dianne Light—born and bred in South Carolina—and chef Bill Prato — a native New Yorker and graduate of the Culinary Institute of America—first opened DiPrato’s in 2004. Working together, they first discovered their culinary chemistry at Dianne on Devine’s, a Columbia institution of fine dining from 1989 to 2013.

When the former home of The Purple Cow grocery at 342 Pickens Street became available, Dianne and Bill knew they’d found the ideal spot to fulfill their dream of creating a true New York-style delicatessen.

Today, DiPrato’s is Columbia’s go-to spot for homemade salads, signature sandwiches, award-winning brunches, and weekday specials that make every visit an event. And, most famously, DiPrato’s is known for their perfect pimento cheese, most often served as nature intended—in a big bowl with garlic pita chips.

Bill Prato & Dianne LightOwners, DiPrato’s

Great News! DiPrato’s fans can stock up on their favorite pimento cheese at retailers

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“I’m very excited about the opportunity to

continue my 40-year restaurant career at DiPrato’s.” -Dianne Light

44 211 Gervais Street 803.779.3100 edventure.org

From romping through the amazing anatomy of EDDIE®, the world’s largest child, to firefighting on a full-size fire truck or discovering the mysteries of DNA, EdVenture is the perfect destination for curious minds and the ultimate launch pad for sparking imaginations! Behind EdVenture’s doors are nine world-class exhibit galleries, Richland Library, learning laboratories, resource centers, and more than 350 individual hands-on experiences!

Visit one of the South’s premier children’s museums!

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columbia history

“ Lots of people think that

because Columbia was

burned in 1865 that there

isn’t anything interesting

to see. While this was

a devastating event,

Columbians used it to raise

up what was not lost and

to lay a foundation for a

vibrant, diverse future.”

– Robin Waites

F ig® believes in the power

of history—that

understanding where we’re from

is part of knowing where we’re

heading. Robin Waites,

Executive Director, Historic

Columbia, agrees:

“Lots of people think that because Columbia was burned in 1865 that there isn’t anything interesting to see. While this was a devastating event, Columbians used it to raise up what was not lost and to lay a foundation for a vibrant, diverse future. The result is an eclectic mix of historic places that date from the 1790s to the 1950s.

Our Main Street boasts an extraordinary array of buildings from the 1870s (like the newly renovated Brennen Building and City Hall) that mark the rebirth of the city to the early 1900s that mark its rise as an a modern urban center (Palmetto Building,

STAY ROOTEDRobin Waites in her own words


Barringer, Kress). The historic Congaree Vista, once the center for light industrial business and the hub for the transportation of goods (and people), includes an incredible representation of masonry structures from the early 20th century.

Historic neighborhoods ring the city center with architecture that includes styles ranging from bungalows to shotgun houses to Queen Anne mansions. Today it is these unique historic places that serve as the foundation for much of Columbia’s renaissance.

Historic Columbia utilizes our built history to tell the stories of the people who walked these streets, built these places, and made the capital city what it is today.”

ROBIN WAITES Executive Director, Historic Columbia

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After 17 years, Nonnah's is relocating!

Just across the street from their former address—and still in the Vista!—Nonnah's at 925 Gervais is also making some exciting menu changes and expanding their selection of always irresistible pastries,

baked goods, and special occasion cakes.

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Sustainable Holiday CelebrationDecember 2 4:30 – 8:30 PM, Grand Hall at 701 Whaley St, $5 donation. Good friends, good food, good gifting! Celebrate sustainability and kick off the holiday shopping season. sustainablemidlands.org

Sponsored in part by Fig®

First ThursdayDecember 5Make it a night out and hit Main Street from 6 – 9 PM for our city’s monthly arts festival. firstthursdaysonmain.com

Junior League Holiday MarketDecember 5 – 8This year the Holiday Market is celebrating its 28th year and has grown to one of Columbia’s premier shopping events and largest fundraisers with more than 90 merchants traveling from all over the United States. Located in the Cantey Building at the South Carolina State Fairgrounds. jlcolumbia.org

Vista LightsNovember 21Kick off your holiday shopping and fun at the Vista’s 28th annual holiday street party! The entire Vista community will take part, with Gervais Street closed to traffic from Gadsden to Assembly streets, and Park and Lincoln closed from Lady to Senate. vistalightssc.com

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Lights Before ChristmasNovember 22 – December 30Experience Columbia’s longest running holiday tradition—the 26th annual Lights Before Christmas at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden. The Zoo will light up each evening with more than one million twinkling lights and countless animated images representing some of Riverbanks’ most loveable residents. riverbanks.org

Historic Columbia House Tours November 22 – December 31 Enjoy the holiday season with guided tours of Columbia’s historic house museums.historiccolumbia.org

Holly Days in the CityDecember 7Celebrate the joys of the holiday season this year in the heart of downtown Columbia. Enjoy live entertainment, strolling carolers, ice skating—and Santa Claus!—along Hampton Street between Assembly and Main. citycentercolumbia.sc

60th Annual Carolina Carillon Holiday ParadeDecember 7Celebrate the holidays in the city! The parade will begin at 9:45 AM at Gervais and Bull Streets and proceed west on Gervais. It will pass in front of the State House, and continue into the Vista to Park Street. carolinacarillon.com

Devine Night OutDecember 12More than 50 stores and restaurants on Devine Street in Columbia will welcome guests from 5 – 8 PM for an evening of shopping, socializing, and festive cheer. The celebrations continue from 8-10 PM with a fabulous FREE after party featuring live entertainment and an assortment of complimentary food and beverages. devinestreetcolumbiasc.com

Santa’s Gingerbread JamboreeDecember 14 & 21 9 – 11 AM and 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM, EdVenture Children’s Museum. Bring the whole family to decorate cookies with Santa in a holiday winter wonderland. Enjoy story times, creating holiday crafts with the help of Santa’s elves, and singing songs with Frosty the Snowman. Then make your way upstairs to Snowville for a full day of winter fun! Limited capacity. Pre-registration is required. edventure.org/calendar

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Famously Hot New YearDecember 31The Southeast’s premier free New Year’s Eve Celebration with live performances by Kool & The Gang, ZZ Ward, & Weaving The Fate. Bring your good cheer and inclination to boogie! Partygoers will gather on Main Street with the best seats—ok, standing room—in the house. famouslyhotnewyear.com

Sponsored in part by Fig®

First ThursdayJanuary 2Make it a night out and hit Main Street from 6 - 9 PM for our city’s monthly arts festival. firstthursdaysonmain.com

Annie Leibovitz: PilgrimageJanuary 5Enjoy this last chance to see the exhibition, Annie Leibovitz: Pilgrimage, with a private tour led by CMA Curator Victoria Cooke. Learn about American wines and local food pairings as you experience a truly unique evening. $65 / $55 members. columbiamuseum.org

First ThursdayFebruary 6Make it a night out and hit Main Street from 6 – 9 PM for our city’s monthly arts festival. firstthursdaysonmain.com

Crafty FeastDecember 15Noon – 6 PM, Columbia Convention Center. Crafty Feast is a 100% handmade, juried, independent craft fair bringing unique and funky crafts from around the region to Columbia in a 1-day festival format. craftyfeast.com

Candlelight Tours and Carriage RidesDecember 20Enjoy the decorated halls of our historic Robert Mills House, the Hampton-Preston Mansion, and Mann-Simons Site by candlelight on a guided tour. Musical entertainment, children’s activities, and interpretation of the houses will reflect the uncertainty of life in the South from viewpoints of enslaved workers to those of wealthy planters. historiccolumbia.org

Breakfast with SantaDecember 21Join Historic Columbia for a holiday treat to remember. Enjoy a continental breakfast in our cozy Carriage House while listening to seasonal music. After your meal, view the decorated halls of the Hampton-Preston Mansion, see a Victorian Christmas tree, make a holiday craft to take home, and don’t forget to get your picture taken with our Victorian Santa Claus! historiccolumbia.org


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Arts and DraughtsFebruary 77 – 11 PM, Columbia Museum of Art. Art, drink, and be happy! Enjoy beer tastings, stellar musical performances from local and regional acts, and more. Join or renew your membership that night and get in free! columbiamuseum.org

Salon Luncheon February 21 Noon, Columbia Museum of Art. Join Morihiko Nakahara, music director and conductor of the SC Philharmonic, as he discusses his influences and shares insight into his musical process in relation to the exhibition Japan, and the Jazz Age. The gallery talk will be followed by a 3-course lunch with wine, prepared by Chef Ryan Whittaker of @116 Espresso and Wine Bar. columbiamuseum.org

First ThursdayMarch 6Make it a night out and hit Main Street from 6 – 9 PM for our city’s monthly arts festival. firstthursdaysonmain.com


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