If you want the chance to get outside and enjoy the best of West Columbia, your chance is here.
The First Friday on State Street is April 6. The State Street First Friday Art Crawl was put together by the locally owned shop and restaurant owners on State Street.
It takes place the first Friday of every month (except January and July.) First Friday features a revolving lineup of art, music, food, and drink.
“In April we’re going to have a pre-Kinetic Derby Day party on First Friday,” said Mark Plessinger. He’s the owner of Frame of Mind Eyewear at 140 State Street. He’s also one of the founders of the State Street Friday Art Crawl. Plessinger is credited with being one of the top developers of the highly successful First Thursday on Main in Columbia.
Plessinger said some of the soap-box type vehicles that will be in the April 21, Kinetic Derby Day will be on display during the April First Friday event. Plessinger had the idea for Kinetic Derby Day in West Columbia, and he said he’s anticipating lots a people and a unique festival for West Columbia and the River District, that includes State and Meeting streets.
After the the Kinetic Derby Day, The City of West Columbia is sponsoring Art on State in conjunction with the May State Street Art Crawl. The May 4, Art on State event with feature live music by Stillhouse and live art. Plessinger said the work of artist Christian Thee will be presented at Art on State in May.
Plessinger also said the effort to create an artistic district in West Columbia is coming along nicely. He said getting the city involved and shutting down the street for Art on State has drawn large crowds.
“Development of the events has been great,” said Plessinger. “We work hand in hand with the city.”
Plessinger described the city’s support as massive and he said the partnership between public and private interests has been a benefit for both. He called the Kinetic Derby Day a “signature event” and Plessinger said all the events that are held in West Columbia are accomplishing the purpose.
“They grow the community together,” he said. “It’s great to see the city buy into it.”
Easter Egg Hunt in the Park is hosted by City of West Columbia, SC and West Columbia Police Department
Come join in some fun with Officer Robin Rivers or Ranger Steve Metro of the West Columbia Police Department for the 1st Easter Egg Hunt at the Riverwalk Park.
It is continuing every Saturday and Sunday until Easter, April 1.
A total of 24 numbered eggs will be hidden in the park every morning by 9 a.m.. On Saturdays, a “Golden Egg” will be hidden for an even bigger surprise!! Return the numbered egg to the Guard Shack and claim your prize.
People of All Ages Can Play (Mainly children’s toys).
One Egg per Person per Day
Questions: Contact Officer Rivers at 803-794-0721 ext. *842
About the Kinetic Derby Day
This year will be the First Annual Kinetic Derby Day . It is billed as a unique celebration and a tribute to gears, wheels, sculpture and gravity. Featuring a parade of kinetic sculptures (no motors, all human-powered floats) and an afternoon of adult and kid soapbox derby racing, everyone is invited to lend their creativity and be a part of the festivities.
Build a float, create a costume or just come by to cheer on design ingenuity as we careen down Meeting Street into a giant, messy grits finishing zone. Then, browse the booths featuring local artists, parade sculptures and vendors selling and displaying arts and crafts. We hope to see you there.
www.KineticDerbyDay.com
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