Save & Splurge: Culture in Columbia

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.

With the holidays creeping up, it can be tricky to figure out which friends or family members to spend your precious George Washingtons on—and more importantly, when you should save or splurge. Some loved ones are more dear to you than others, and you want to show them that. Or maybe you just owe them one. Here are some tips to help you decide who’s really worth it and who’s...well, NOT.

Jazz is meant to be experienced live, and Columbia is no slouch when it comes to offering a variety of the genre. From bold, boisterous improvising full bands to a delicate, smooth flavor, jazz is perfect for a sultry evening out.

The latest film of the “Twilight” saga, “Breaking Dawn: Part 1,” comes out this month. You may already have your costume and fake blood ready to go for the midnight premiere or you might be sick of this Twi-Harding madness, waiting for just about any other supernatural creature to take vampires’ place.

Why should people get tattoos? Is that date on your shoulder the day your life changed? Maybe that bird-shaped dandelion was a dare. Honestly, we don’t know why. That’s for you to determine if you’re ever sitting in the parlor chair. These students don’t share the same intentions for sporting ink, but they do all share memories of the day that their parents found out.

Space: The Gamecock Shop

 

Spice up your school life with some of this fall’s fresh, cool and interesting courses.