If you’ve always wanted to make it on TV, this might just be your shot. This weekend, ESPN2 will be in Columbia to film the Spikeball Summer Series Coed Invitational, which will air in August.
While being a part of the competition isn’t an option, fans are encouraged to attend. The tournament will take place this Sun., June 6 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Segra Park + admission is free. Food and drink will be available for purchase throughout the day + spectators may have the opportunity to make it on camera.
How not to play spikeball | Gif via Giphy
If you’ve taken a trip to the beach, walked across a college campus, or been to a public park in the last few years, you’ve probably seen spikeball in action. The game includes a circular net and ball.
The object of the game is to hit the ball against the net so that the other team cannot return the hit + traditionally, spikeball is played with 2 teams of 2. Check out a how-to video here + official tournament rules here.
Do you think you have what it takes to compete for yourself? The Spikeball Roundnet Association is hosting a tournament in Rock Hill July 10-11 that’s open to all ages + skill levels. Find out more information + register your team here.
Share this newsletter with a friend to invite them to the tournament this weekend. Weekend plans — check.
Active
- The Big Run 2021 | Wed., June 2 | 6:30 p.m. | Craft and Draft | $10 | Race for a cause and help raise funds for Epworth Children's Home.👟
TryThis
- CarraRock’s Return to Art Bar | Wed., June 2 | 9 p.m.-1:45 a.m. | Art Bar | Free | Show off your karaoke skills all night long. 🎤
- Schitt’s Creek Trivia | Wed., June 2 | 7 p.m. | Angry Fish Brewing | Free | Ew, David. Don’t be a disgruntled pelican — bring a team out and test your Schitt’s Creek knowledge.
Dish
Outdoors
Learn
D’s Wings’ new West Columbia location (415 Meeting St., West Columbia) is set to open in the next few days + with it comes a new addition to our city’s mural scene. Last week, Christine Lutfy (@phunkyartz on Instagram) showed off her completed work, which depicts the Gervais Street bridge, the Congaree River, and West Columbia.
Can’t wait for D’s to open? Keep an eye out on their Facebook page for all of the announcements.
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Weather
- 82º | Scattered thunderstorms | 60% chance of rain ⛈️
Announced
- The “Funniest Show in Town at the Moment” comedy show with Steve Martin + Martin Short has been rescheduled for Oct. 23 at the Township Auditorium. Tickets go on sale next Tues., June 8 at 10 a.m. The show was originally scheduled for Sept. 2020 + canceled because of COVID-19. 🤣 (Free Times)
- Columbia City Council voted to allow alcohol consumption along Main Street during First Thursday yesterday afternoon. Last month, Council passed a resolution that would’ve changed this tradition but revisited the subject following pushback from local businesses. 🍺 (The State)
WaterCooler
- Brandon Martin, son of UofSC Men’s Basketball Coach Frank Martin, announced he is transferring to UofSC from UofSC Upstate to play for the Gamecocks. He attended Upstate for 2 years, but didn’t play this past season due to a shoulder injury. 🏀 (ABC Columbia)
Arts
- The City of Columbia is hosting its final Park Mural Dedication Ceremony for the mural in Hyatt Park, which depicts local Black activists, this Thurs., June 3 at 12 p.m. 🖌️
Coronavirus
- The South Carolina + North Carolina Institutes of Medicine announced the creation of the Carolinas Pandemic Preparedness Task Force, which will develop responses for future disease outbreaks. Dr. Harris Pastides, interim UofSC president, will chair the task force. 🦠
Cause
- Homeless No More is reopening its newly renovated Family Shelter, which provides housing for families in need for up to 30 days, this Thursday with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 11 a.m. The renovations improved the safety, security, accessibility, and living conditions of the shelter. 🏠
Apply
- Carolina Food Co is hosting a hiring fair for food service workers today through June 4 + June 9-11 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Goodwill Job Connection (111 Highland Center Dr.). Positions are open for 9 job descriptions, including baristas, lead supervisors, and grill cooks. Those who are interested should apply here + bring 2 forms of ID.
State
- SCDNR announced it is now illegal to breed or bring a tegu lizard into South Carolina due to the species’ invasive nature. Those who already own a tegu lizard are required to register the pet with DNR by Sept. 25. 🦎 (The State)
Health
- June is National Men’s Health Month. Casey Hurst, MD, offers a few tips to help men protect their health and well-being. Ⓟ
Finance
- These cash back cards might break the internet. They offer no annual fee, $200 bonus offers, up to 3% cash back, and 0% interest for 15 months. (Read: If you’re looking for a new cash back card, there’s a lot to love.) Ⓟ
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