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Turn the Last Page
Lessons Families Can Learn From ‘A Christmas Story’
Hear What Some People Are Saying
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Boost Your Mental Health This Season
Cranberry Gingerbread
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Local Events
Make the Season Bright
The Best Way to Say Goodbye to 2019
Lights BeforeChristmas Where: Riverbanks Zoo &Garden, Columbia When: Nov. 23 to Dec. 30; 5–9 p.m. Admission: $12 for adults, $10 for kids Website: Riverbanks.org/events/lights-before- christmas See Riverbanks Zoo &Garden like you never have before, all decked out for the holidays! Enjoy an evening stroll with your family through colorful paths lit by almost amillion twinkling lights. Arrive early to catch the Holly JollyChristmas Parade, sip on hot chocolate, andmeet Santa Claus himself.Youmay even catch a few of the zoo’s night owls enjoying the show too!
‘Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley’ Where: TrustusTheatre, Columbia When: Dec 6–21 Admission: See website for tickets Website: Trustus.org It’sChristmastime at the regal Pemberley estate, and a remarkable story is about to unfold. Mary Bennet has grown tired of her role as the “dutiful” daughter and longs for a life of her own. Unfortunately, her family hasn’t noticed their bookishmiddle sister is growing up.When surprise visitors crash the celebration, Marymight finally have a chance at the adventures she’s always dreamed of.The comedic sequel to Jane Austen’s timeless classic, “Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley” lives up to the legacy of “Pride and Prejudice” with its own story of independence, love, and unexpected friendships.
Famously Hot NewYear Where: SouthCarolina State House When: Monday, Dec. 31; 6:30 p.m. Admission: Free Website: FamouslyHotNewYear.com
What’s the recipe for a great new year?The right NewYear’s Eve party, of course! Columbia’s Famously Hot NewYear is a party for all ages. While the grown-ups enjoy livemusic, dancing, food trucks, and their favorite adult beverages, kids can have fun with rides, games, and face painting at the NYECarnival for Kids.This year, SouthCarolina’s biggest and best NewYear’s Eve party is being headlined by hip-hop icons Salt-N- Pepa! Don’t miss out on the fun!
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