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Show name and time: The Countdown
Thursdays, 4-6 p.m.

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A recent addition to the local music scene, Can’t Kids played their first official show under the name this past August. The band’s vocalist and drummer Jessica Oliver describes their sound as “Appalachian cheerleader metal.” Adam Clayton Cullum, the band’s guitarist and accompanying vocalist continues on, “We wanted to be horror movie music.” Although a new band, its members are music vets, having been in numerous other groups including Thank God, Magnetic Flowers and Silent Spring Ensemble.

Carolina runs on the drive, innovation and creativity of its students. These four Gamecocks, through their chosen medium, express curiosity about the world and a passion to contribute to it. Consider the work of a filmmaker, a designer, a sculptor and an actor. You don’t have to leave campus, let alone Columbia, to enjoy world-class talent.

If you believe Farmers’ Markets are gathering spots for tree-huggers and grandmothers only, think again. Offering inexpensive, healthy food in unique atmospheres, these markets break stereotypes and make you question your affection for Earth Fare.

Spring semester, with its nine-week stretch of class and no breaks, is often dreaded. Students count the days that stand between them and their spring break plans. Trust me, you can make it! When you need a stress-free escape without emptying your wallet on gas money, visit these local getaways to rejuvenate your overloaded noggin.

Fourth-year art studio student Lucas Sams was the first to exhibit artwork at Tapp’s new Arts Center. In addition to his installation in its front window, Lucas has a studio, paint-splattered and packed with his art, in Tapp’s basement. Boasting 22,000 square feet of exhibit space, performance areas and artists’ studios, Tapp’s Arts Center, located at 1644 Main St., is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

It's the season of love, the time to show your special someone how you feel. You and your love might look to enjoy a taste of Italy, whose people are arguably the world’s romance and culinary pros. Should you empty your pockets on fancy pasta dishes in Lady and the Tramp style: candlelight and live musical accompaniment? Rather, do you get creative and devise an inexpensive alternative? Which is also Lady and the Tramp swag. (They ate for free in front of a dumpster.)