
Green Events Around Cola Town

Festival of Gardens Donor Drive
It’s not too late to donate to support Columbia Green’s Community Grants program by becoming a sponsor of our Festival of Gardens. Any amount is welcome! Donors who contribute at least $250 will be recognized on our website and on the ticket/brochure at the Festival. Give today to support a great cause!

Festival of Gardens Advance Tickets on Sale Now
Advance tickets are now on sale for the Festival of Gardens, our annual signature fundraising event to for our Community Grants program. This year’s Festival will be in the King’s Grant neighborhood. Come and get inspired, get outdoors, and support a great cause! All proceeds from ticket sales and sponsorships go to support our Grants program. https://columbiagreen.org/festival-of-gardens

Beat the Heat Tree Deliveries
Columbia Green & the City of Columbia just received delivery of 870 trees ordered by greater Columbia property owners through our Beat the Heat initiative. The City will begin deliveries to city residents next week. We are still trying to involve Public Work departments s in other municipalities to provide delivery to those of you who live outside the city…so stand by for news. If you live in the city and you ordered a tree, you will get an email from Columbia Green to notify you of your delivery very soon!

SC Public Health Association Conference
Hear from distinguished speakers, learn about the latest updates on current practices and research within South Carolina, network with practitioners from across the state, mentorship opportunities for students and young professionals, and engage with student researchers through oral and poster presentations. Register now!

Tree Planting Event for International Paper Employees
On March 22nd, Columbia Green and the City of Columbia will host a tree planting events for International Paper employees at Granby Park 100 Catawba Cir, in Columbia, SC 29201. International Paper International Paper granted our Beat the Heat initiative almost $20,000 to fund trees for the spring planting season. We are excited to be able to host this event for their employees. We will…

Soda City Market
Welcome to Columbia’s original town square. Soda City Market is a producer-only market — vendors must make or grow their own products (including flowers and out of season/exotic fruits and vegetables). Antique and vintage items must be…Read More

Bradford Pear Bounty Exchange
On March 8th, Columbia Green, Clemson Extension, and the SC Forestry Commission will be giving away free replacement trees to those of you who cut down a Bradford Pear on your property and registered for this event. Don’t forget to pick up your tree(s) at Pelican Snoballs on Main St. between 8 and 11 am.

Birdwatching in the Gardens
Join John Tjaarda for a free, guided bird walk around the Hampton-Preston Gardens to learn about the many local and migratory birds in Columbia.
Registration is required. https://www.historiccolumbia.org/events/2025/2025-03/birdwatching-gardens

Pot & Pour at Blossom Plant and Produce
We are taking our Native Plant and Rain Garden Gospel to Blossom Plant and Produce in Five Points. Join us after work for a Pot and Pour Happy Hour - your ticket price covers the costs for our cohosts, Blossom, and your own plant to learn to repot and take home with you. We'll talk native plants, get up close and personal with plant roots, and…Register Here

Columbia Green Festival of Gardens Committee
Columbia Green’s Festival of Gardens Committee will meet at 11 am to continue planning this year’s Festival at King’s Grant. Join us if you want to get involved! Send an email to hello@columbiagreen.org for more information.

Columbia Green Member Engagement Committee
Columbia Green’s Member Engagement Committee will hold its first meeting to organize and plan for the year. Join us on the patio of Columbia Craft Brewing Company, 520 Greene St, if you’d like to get involved! Send an email to hello@columbiagreen.org for more information.

Webinar: Heart Health in Action: CPR & Nutrition for a Stronger You
Webinar: Heart Health in Action: CPR & Nutrition for a Stronger You
oin us for an engaging and informative session on heart health! Tedra McGillan, Community Impact Director of the Upstate American Heart Association, will demonstrate Hands-Only CPR, equipping you with the skills to respond in an emergency. Kerri Stewart, a registered dietitian with Spartanburg Regional, will discuss the American Heart Association’s Life’s Essential 8 and how nutrition plays a crucial role in cardiovascular health. Don't miss this opportunity to learn lifesaving techniques and practical ways to keep your heart healthy!

Soda City Market
Welcome to Columbia’s original town square. Soda City Market is a producer-only market — vendors must make or grow their own products (including flowers and out of season/exotic fruits and vegetables). Antique and vintage items must be…Read More

Carolina Yards: Online Course Registration
The Carolina Yards Hybrid Course is a 10-week online and self-paced course designed to provide information and techniques to help you create and maintain a more environmentally friendly landscape.…Registration closes at midnight on February 28, so register now! Read more