Welcome Handbook for Local Military

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Welcome
RECREATIONAL GUIDE TO FT. JACKSON & COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA
“The Most Military Friendly
Community in America”
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editor
Susan McPherson
Katherine Yon
publication design
ETUTS
art director
Kendall Davis
contributors
Susan McPherson
Family Morale Welfare & Recreation,
Fort Jackson
contents
Welcome to Columbia
Welcome To Richland County, the City of Columbia
& Forest Acres
About the Columbia Chamber
Military Organizations
History of Fort Jackson & Relationship to Columbia
Fort Jackson National Cemetary
Area Information
Local Accommodations
Columbia Communities & Areas to Visit
Culture, Entertainment, Shopping & Recreation
Festivals & Events
Performing Arts & Concerts
Local & Outdoor Attractions
Local Sports Arenas
International Corridor
Shopping Districts
City Center
Columbia Area Maps
Columbia Metropolitan Area
Greater Columbia
Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 1360
Columbia, SC 29202
www.columbiachamber.com
803.733.1110
Welcome is published biannually by the
Greater Columbia Chamber of Commerce
and is in no way connected with the U.S.
Army. This publication is targeted towards
Fort Jackson soldiers and family members
visiting or relocating to the Greater
Columbia, South Carolina area. Advertising
in this publication does not constitute
endorsement by the U.S. Government, the
DOD, or the U.S. Army.
Welcome to Fort Jackson
Victory Starts Here
Fort Jackson Map
Child, Youth & School Services
Food & Entertainment
Recreation, Fitness & Shopping
Services, Programs & More
General Post Information
Family & Morale, Welfare & Recreation (FMWR)
Fort Jackson Directories
FMWR Activity Program Directory
Friends of Our Forces Member Directory
Mention of any advertiser in this publication is not an endorsement by the US government, fort Jackson or MWR.
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“Friend, Leader, Community and Military Advocate”
A Legacy of Timeless Contributions to Greater Columbia
Donald G. “Ike” McLeese
August 15, 1944 – October 29, 2013
President and CEO
1994 – 2013
Civilian Aide to the Secretary of the United States Army
2007-2013
About the Columbia Chamber
The Greater Columbia Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit
membership-driven organization comprised of 1,500 business
enterprises, civic organizations, educational institutions and
individuals in Calhoun, Fairfield, Kershaw, Lexington, Newberry and
Richland counties. The Columbia Chamber serves as the voice of its
members and the business community at large on matters of economic,
educational, cultural and political concern, as well as supports
and promotes the success of its members through networking,
professional development, advocacy and leadership. The organization
has represented the interests of the local business community since
1902.
To become a member or to learn more about the Greater Columbia
Chamber of Commerce, as well as its events, programs and
initiatives,
www.ColumbiaChamber.com.
www.columbiachamber.com/military.htm
Get Connected
facebook.com/ColumbiaChamber
@ColaSCChamber
colascchamber.wordpress.com
flickr.com/photos/columbiachamber
youtube.com/TheColumbiaChamber
columbiachamber.com/military.htm
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Military Organizations
BLOWFISH
• The mission of the USO
is is to support the troops
by providing morale,
welfare and recreationtype services to our men
and women in uniform.
301 S Assembly St .
803-254-3474
blowfishbaseball.com
The Columbia
Blowfish is a proud
member of the Coastal
Plain League famous
for using wooden
bats to prepare their
athletes for the next
level in their careers.
The season begins
in late May and runs
through mid-August.
These collegiate players are
scouted and move on to become
stars in the minor and major
league levels of baseball.
PURPLE HEART CITY
In 2012, The City of Columbia
became the first Purple Heart City
in South Carolina. The mission of
the military order of the Purple
Heart is to cultivate a community
among veterans while upholding
patriotism and ensuring that we
will never forget what they have
done for our freedom.
VETERANS DAY PARADE
Columbia’s Veterans Day has
one of the largest Veterans
Day parades in the United
States. The parade starts at the
corner of Laurel and Sumter
Streets and runs from Sumter
to Gervais Street. It is a procession of floats, flyovers and fun!
Come join the “most military
friendly community in America”
celebrate our veterans.
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AUSA (ASSOCIATION OF THE
UNITED STATES ARMY)
803-790-2872
www.ausa.org
AUSA is a non-profit organization that
is made up of volunteers whose goal
is to give opportunities for all soldiers
and their families. AUSA represents
every American soldier by being the
voice for all components of America’s
Army, fostering public support for the
Army’s role in national security while
also providing each soldier programs
to advance education. Please consider
participating in AUSA’s local South
Carolina Chapter- to join online go to
www.ausa.org/membership and for
your region, include South Carolina.
USO United Service
Operations
Columbia Metropolitan
Airport
803-822-7953
www.uso.org
www.facebook.com/USOSouthCarolinawww.twitter.com/USO_SC
• The USO provides
a bridge to home for
our service men and
women, providing them
and their families with
communications access,
entertainment, goods and
services, and simple dayto-day comforts.
• The USO is a private, non-profit,
non-partisan organization that
relies on the generosity of the
American people.
• The USO South Carolina opened at
the Columbia Metropolitan Airport
in June 2010.
• More than 7000 troops and family
members visit the center monthly.
• The USO South Carolina has two
paid staff members and over 100
volunteers taking care of troops and
their families 7 days a week, 365
days a year.
• The USO South Carolina has
a second location at the Camp
McCrady Training Center where we
provide programs and services for a
minimum of 500 service members
monthly.
• USO Camp McCrady opened in
September 2010.
• The troops and their families need
the USO and the USO needs you!
• The USO lifts the spirits of America’s
troops and their families.
Support OUR Soldiers! Join AUSA!
You are invited to join the Association of
the United States Army (AUSA)
It is the ONE organization dedicated
to supporting YOUR soldier!
AUSA advances the interests of our men and women who serve,
and the family members who stand at their side.
Support YOUR soldier by joining AUSA and gifting them a membership today!
Detach & Mail
Rank/Title: First Name: Mailing Address: City: Military Unit: State: Work Phone: Last Name: Application Date: Zip: Home Phone: Home of Record: City: State: Zip: Chapter: Fort Jackson - Palmetto State, #3601 Month/Year of Birth: Email: Dues:
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Name: Mail to: Association of the US Army
2425 Wilson Blvd.
Arlington, VA 22201-3385
History of Fort Jackson & The Chamber
The Military’s Importance:
The Fort Jackson & McEntire Stories
W
hen the Greater Columbia Chamber of Commerce (GCCC)
searched its historical archives several years ago in
order to gather information for a centennial celebration,
it was discovered among files that the Chamber’s Board
of Directors had long wished for a military installation in the
Columbia Region.
In 1917, the local business
community and the local government
purchased a 1,200-acre Hampton
Estate and donated the land to the
War Department (now called the
Department of Defense). Camp
Jackson was then established in
the northeast corridor of Columbia.
This was the beginning of a long
relationship between the Columbia
Chamber and what came to be
known as Fort Jackson.
Now, 88 years later, the fort has
become a vital part of the community.
In a recent Economic Impact study
on the Military in South Carolina,
Dr. Donald Schunk of the University
of South Carolina informed the
Governor’s Taskforce that Fort
Jackson’s total impact on our region
is about $1.3 billion annually. The
impact includes military and civilian
payroll, goods and services procured
by the fort, expenditures by 120,000+
annual visitors, and the 25,000
military retirees currently living in
Richland and Lexington counties.
In addition, numerous businesses
have sprung up around the fort to
serve its soldiers, employees and
visitors, creating profiting business
development and entrepreneurship
in the area. Fort Jackson trains
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more soldiers than any other Initial
Entry Training Center in the U.S.
Army. It is the largest employer in
the Riverbanks Region, with about
7,000 personnel. McEntire Joint
National Guard Base supports 2,100
military and civilian staff members
from both the S.C. Air National Guard
and the S.C. Army National Guard.
McEntire is a textbook example of
a joint military installation, with
nearly equal numbers of both Air
and Army Guard personnel assigned
to the base.
GCCC has a Military Affairs Committee,
which regularly hosts receptions
for fort commanders, the Soldier
Support Institute, U.S. Army
Chaplains School and the
Department of Defense
Polygraph Operators School.
The Chamber also obtained
funding from prepared food taxes to
invite the 120,000 visitors who come
to Fort Jackson each year for Basic
Graduation Exercises to spend more
time seeing the attractions we have
in the Columbia area.
The Columbia Chamber recently
assisted the fort and McEntire in
surviving the fifth round of Base
Realignment and Closure (BRAC)
in a “Support Our Bases” campaign.
The Chamber lead the collective
efforts of business leaders and
government officials to keep both
installations off of the list. In the past,
both bases contributed an annual
economic impact of $2.6 billion to
our region. After the BRAC process,
the bases gained expanded missions,
increasing their economic impact on
the community and sustaining many
surrounding businesses.
As you can see, the community,
Fort Jackson, and McEntire have
enjoyed a solid working relationship
since the beginning. We are thrilled
that Fort Jackson and
McEntire will remain a viable
part of the community.
FORT JACKSON FACTS
The Military’s IMPACT:
U.S. Army Training Center & Fort Jackson
FORT JACKSON FACTS
v Fort Jackson is the largest Initial Entry Training site in the Army, training more than 61,000 Soldiers each year.
v Fort Jackson trains more than 50 percent of all Army Basic Combat Training Soldiers each year.
v Fort Jackson trains approximately 61 percent of all female Army Basic Combat Training Soldiers each year.
v The Drill Sergeant School at Fort Jackson trains all active duty and Reserve component drill sergeants.
v Economic impact is approximately $2.6 billion annually in the Midlands.
v Fort Jackson has 3,500 active duty military.
v Fort Jackson has 3,500 civilian employees.
v Fort Jackson is home to 12,000 Family members.
v Fort Jackson offers support to 46,000 retirees and approximately 200,000 visitors annually.
v Fort Jackson sits on 52,301 Acres (82 square miles) including more than 73 ranges and field training sites and 1,100 buildings.
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FORT JACKSON PARTNERS IN
EXCELLENCE
v Soldier Support Institute
v 81st Regional Support Command
v National Center for Credibility Assessment
v Moncrief Army Community Hospital
v Dental Activities Command
v Armed Forces Chaplaincy Center
v U.S. Army Columbia Recruiting Battalion
v Victory College
v U.S. Army Drill Sergeant School
v Network Enterprise Center
v Mission and Installation Contracting
Command
v Civilian Personnel Advisory Center
v Military Entrance Processing Station
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South Carolina
is going through a major
educational and economic
TRANSFORMATION
There will be 20,000 job openings in the Midlands over the next
five years, but not enough people to fill them.
Most of these jobs will be in Advanced Manufacturing, Alternate Energy,
Information Technology, and Health Care, many with salaries in the $40,000 to
$100,000 range. These opportunities begin with an early interest in science, technology,
engineering, and math.
Midlands Technical College provides a number of ways to get ready for
these careers.
Great-paying careers for skilled employees are
waiting to be filled. Spread the word.
WHY JOBS ARE UNFILLED
WHERE THE JOBS WILL BE
HOW EDUCATION PAYS OFF
75% more
Advanced Manufacturing
Alternate Energy
Information Technology
Health Care
45% of jobs in SC require a certificate or
associate degree, but only 29% of South
Carolinians have this education.
Source: SC Department of Employment and
Workforce.
Source: Collaborative Economics
Occupational Cluster Study and College
Survey of Local Industry Workforce
Projections.
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50% more
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Associate Degree
College
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Certification
Compared to those who complete only some
high school.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Survey of Income and
Program Participation, 2008.
midlandstech.edu
Fort Jackson National Cemetery
The Military’s Importance:
National Cemetery Site Selection
such as Memorial Day and Veterans
Day, we will gather in tribute to
the brave men and women who
have served our country during
times of war and peace. Our new
national cemetery is a focal point
for volunteerism in the community.
Veterans and non-veterans, civic
groups, and youth organizations
contribute in many ways towards
fulfilling our nation’s final promise of
care for those who have served.
As part of the largest expansion
of national cemeteries since the
Civil War, the National Cemetery
Administration opened Fort Jackson
National Cemetery on January 5,
2009. Located at the intersection
of Clemson and Percival Roads, the
new cemetery joins South Carolina
National Cemeteries Beaufort and
Florence in providing burial benefits
to our nation’s veterans.
The dedication ceremony was
held on October 26, 2008 and was
reminiscent of the dedication of
the Soldiers National Cemetery at
Gettysburg in 1863. On that day in
1863, President Abraham Lincoln
noted that “from these honored
dead we take increased devotion”
to the cause of freedom. In 2008,
Honorable William F. Tuerk, VA
Under Secretary for Memorial
Affairs, renewed President Lincoln’s
pledge to honor the unbroken line
of American citizens who have
served and sacrificed in defense of
our nation. It is a pledge that our
staff commits to daily as we provide
each veteran’s final benefit with the
full dignity and solemnity that befits
their service to country.
As part of the U.S. Department of
Veterans Affairs, we are honored to
continue the proud legacy. Providing
and maintaining memorials to the
service of veterans is a sacred trust
and part of Veterans Affairs’ historic
mission. In the words of President
Lincoln: “to care for him who shall
have borne the battle, and for his
widow, and his orphan.”
The cemetery consists of 585 acres
and will provide full burial options
for nearly 170,000 veterans who
live in central South Carolina. The
first 92 acres will be developed in
two phases.. With hundreds of acres
available for expansion, Fort Jackson
National Cemetery will serve the
burial needs of veterans in this region
well into the next century.
In time, Fort Jackson National
Cemetery will emerge as a national
shrine and a centerpiece of the
community. On special occasions
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Columbia, SC Information
Population
Housing
The Columbia area is home to more
than 745,000 individuals, according
to the S.C. Office of Research &
Statistics/Budget & Control Board. Of
this population, more than 615,000
live in Richland and Lexington
counties with the remainder living
in rural areas. Researchers anticipate
the region’s population to reach one
million by 2025.
Median price asked for houses in
2009 in SC: $230,257
Climate
Average monthly temperatures
in Fahrenheit
Min
January
37.1
February
39.1
March
45.3
April
53.0
May
61.3
June
68.3
July
71.3
August
70.4
September
65.3
October
54.0
November
44.8
December
38.3
Average Total Precipitation
Average Total Snowfall
Max
57.2
60.9
68.2
77.3
84.6
90.4
92.4
90.8
85.9
76.9
67.0
58.5
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Median Income
2002 U.S. Census states
median household incomes are:
Calhoun County $32,736
Fairfield County $30,376
Kershaw County $38,804
Lexington County $44,659
Newberry County $32,867
Richland County $39,961
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Median rent in 2009: $567
Median household income for houses
with a mortgage: $74,512
Median household income for
apartments without a mortgage:
$39,549
Median monthly housing costs: $800
Transportation
LOCATION! LOCATION! LOCATION!
Columbia residents will tell you
one of the greatest benefits of living in the region is location. The
Columbia area is at the center of the
Eastern seaboard, making transportation efficient and economical. Whether
you’re traveling to the mountains in
the Upstate, the sunny beaches along
the shore, or the historic sites in the
Lowcountry, all of South Carolina is accessible within a three-hour drive.
Three interstates (I-20, I-26, I-77)
crisscross the region, with two other
major interstates (I-85 & I-95) within
an hour’s drive. The Columbia Metropolitan Airport offers service from
major airlines and freight carriers.
Amtrak and Greyhound Bus Lines
provide additional transportation.
Columbia Metropolitan Airport
803-822-5000
The Comet (Bus Service)
803-255-7100
Greyhound 803-256-6465
Amtrak 800-872-7245
DART (Dial A Ride Transit)
803-255-7085
Other Regional Corporate
Airport Facilities:
Hamilton Owens F0eld
803-822-5555 5,400’ Runway
Camden Woodward Field
803-432-3095; 5,000’ Runway
Fairfield County Airport
803-635-3086; 5,000’ Runway
Newberry Municipal Airport
803-321-2180; 4,000’ Runway
Pelion Corporate Airport
803-894-3535; 4,335’ Runway
Columbia, SC
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Richland
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Columbia, SC Information
K-12 Schools
Public:
Richland School District One
803-231-7000
www.richlandone.org
Richland School District Two
803-787-1910
www.richland2.org
Richland/Lexington School District Five
803-476-8000
www.lexrich5.org
Private:
St. John Neumann Catholic School
803-788-1367
www.sjncatholic.com
St. Joseph Catholic School (PreK-6)
803-254-6736
www.stjosdevine.com
Timmerman (PreK-8)
803-782-2748
www.timmermanschool.com
Ben Lippen School
803-807-4000
www.benlippen.com
Cardinal Newman School
803-782-2814
www.cnhs.org
Hammond School
803-776-0295
www.hammondschool.org
Heathwood Hall Episcopal
803-765-2309
www.heathwood.org
Colleges &
Universities
Allen University
803-376-5700
www.allenuniversity.edu
Benedict College
803-253-5000
www.benedict.edu
Columbia College
800-277-1301
www.columbiasc.edu
Columbia International University
800-777-2227
www.ciu.edu
Lexington Medical Center
803-791-2000
www.lexmed.com
Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary
Palmetto Health Baptist
803-296-2273
www.palmettohealth.org
Limestone College
864-489-7151
www.limestone.edu
803-786-5150
www.ltss.lr.edu
Midlands Technical College
803-738-8324
www.midlandstech.edu
South University
803-799-9082
www.southuniversity.edu/columbia
University of South Carolina
803-777-7000
www.sc.edu
Webster University
803-699-0900
www.webster.edu/columbia
Hospitals
William Jennings Bryan Dorn
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
803-776-4000
www.columbiasc.va.gov
Moncrief Army Community Hospital
803-751-2160
www.moncrief.amedd.army.mil
Palmetto Health Baptist Parkridge
803-907-7000
Palmetto Health Children's Hospital
803-296-KIDS (5437)
www.ch.palmettohealth.org
Palmetto Health Heart Hospital
803-434-7000
Palmetto Health Richland
803-434-7000
Providence Hospital
803-256-5300
www.providencehospitals.com
Columbia, SC Accommodations
Where to stay
When visiting Columbia, South
Carolina for a military related event
the Fort Jackson Welcome Center
can book your reservations. The
Welcome Center is open 24 hours a
day, 7 days a week.
For active duty soldiers, retirees and
family members call 1-800-2766984. For unofficial visitors, limited
reservations are available and can
only be made 10 days in advance. To
make reservations on post, call the
number above.
For other information about where to stay in the city, contact the
Columbia Regional Visitor’s Center at 803-545-0002 or
toll free at 1-800-264-4884
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Columbia, SC Community Organizations
City Center Partnership
citycentercolumbia.sc
Columbia is leading the state in
downtown development with South
Carolina’s first Business Improvement
District (BID). City Center Partnership
was formed to manage Columbia’s
downtown BID in the 36-block area
bounded by Gervais, Elmwood,
Assembly and Marion streets. The
Main Street Marketplace is one of
CCP’s signature events which is held
every Friday in May, June, September
and October in front of the Columbia
Museum of Art at the corner of
Hampton and Main streets.
The Main Street Marketplace is
an open-air market that features
vendors who sell art, unique crafts,
photography, books, hand-designed
jewelry and other handmade gifts.
A door prize is awarded to the lucky
winner at each market. Attendees can
enjoy live music from all genres while
they shop. Marektplace hours are
10:00 am until 2:00 pm. Admission is
free.
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congaree vista guild
vistacolumbia.com
The Congaree Vista Guild is non-profit,
membership organization that acts
as the voice of Columbia’s downtown
Vista area. The organization is charged
with seeing that Columbia’s Vista is a
vibrant symbol of our
progressive Southern city.
The Congaree Vista Guild
and its members are
dedicated to making the
Vista the place of choice
for shopping, dining,
and entertainment, a
national and international
tourist destination, and
a high-energy urban
environment to live
and grow businesses.
The Vista Guild hosts
three main events in
the Vista each year: the
Artista Vista, Columbia’s
premiere art gallery crawl
held every April; Viva
La Vista, a high energy
event held in the Fall that
allows participants to taste cuisine and
beverages from local restaurants and
bars; and Vista Lights, the official kick
off to the winter holidays the Thursday
prior to Thanksgiving.
Columbia, SC Community Organizations
5 points association
fivepointscolumbia.com
The Five Points Association,
incorporated since 1983, is a nonprofit organization whose principle
task is ensuring that Five Points stays
an integral and important part of the
City of Columbia. The Association has
accomplished and endured many
major infrastructure, development and
beautification projects over the years.
Some of these projects include: the
construction of two signature fountains,
a monumental streetscaping project
executed by the City of Columbia, a
village-wide beautification project
and the creation of a master plan,
design guidelines and a new zoning
overlay. In keeping with beautification,
each year the organization retains an
outside contractor to keep Five Points
a beautiful and clean landmark within
the city.
Not only is the Five Points Association
concerned with the aesthetics of Five
Points, but also the merchants, the
patrons and the residents. On average,
the Five Points Association boasts
more than 100 members each year.
Merchants in the area stay involved in
the annual events and charity functions
as well as contribute to an overall sense
of unification and camaraderie.
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Columbia, SC Communities
Five Points
stores throughout the area.,ine
or party at one of the Vista’s 45
restaurants and bars, or see what the
University of South Carolina campus
has to offer. Find a visitors’ guide
online.
Park your car and walk around the
Five Points area, famous among
University of South Carolina students
for its hopping night life. During the
day, the area has many quirky and
hip specialty shops for browsing.
Take in an outdoor concert around
the fountain in the center of the area,
anchored by Devine and Harden
streets. Surrounded by beautiful
residences, the bustling city village
has many restaurants, including
outdoor dining opportunities.
The Vista
Downtown/City Center
citycentercolumbia.sc
From the elegant Hennessy’s to the live
jazz and blues sounds at Mac’s on Main,
the city center has a host of restaurants
to enjoy. Take a guided tour of the
historic and renovated Statehouse at
vistacolumbia.com
The Congaree Vista,
considered by many to be
the arts and entertainment
district in Columbia, is
in the downtown area
bordered by Elmwood
Avenue, Assembly Street,
Blossom Street and the
Congaree River. You can
do almost anything in the
Vista. Visit the SC State
Museum, EdVenture
Children’s Museum, or a
myriad of artists’ galleries
and shops. Shop specialty
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the corner of Gervais and Main streets
or tour historic homes throughout
the area such as the Robert Mills
House or Woodrow Wilson’s boyhood
home. Enjoy permanent and traveling
exhibits at the Columbia Museum of
Art. There are many historic churches
downtown or you can visit the awardwinning Richland Library on Assembly
Street, where there are activities and a
fun area for children.
Columbia, SC Communities
Forest Acres
www.forestacres.net
Beyond Gate 2 lays the
charming southern city of
Forest Acres
“Forest Acres has many excellent
dining, shopping and entertainment
options within easy reach of Fort
Jackson soldiers and their families,”
said Mark Williams, Forest Acres
city administrator. “We appreciate
the patronage of our Forest Jackson
neighbors, and we proudly support
the Friends of our Forces.”
Nestled conveniently between the
City of Columbia and Fort Jackson,
the idyllic City of Forest Acres
welcomes visitors looking for that
well-known southern charm and
hospitality without the hustle and
bustle of a big city.
With more than 47 excellent
dining opportunities, Forest Acres
features a palate-pleasing lineup
of delicious traditional, ethnic
and regional foods. From upscale
to casual, available fare includes
modern American, Italian, Mexican,
Asian and seafood favorites.
Whether interested in a familystyle atmosphere or a quiet dinner
for two, Forest Acres has something
to satisfy every appetite.
Department store shopping is only
minutes away from Fort Jackson.
Richland Mall, at the intersection
of Forest Drive and Beltline
Boulevard, features a Barnes
and Noble and Belk department
store. Specialty shops abound at
Trenholm Plaza, at the corner of
Forest Drive and Trenholm Road,
and at the Forest Lake Center
on Forest Drive. The variety of
available merchandise includes
upscale women’s clothiers, coffee
shops, beauty salons and specialty
retailers.
Enjoy a quiet respite in beautiful
South Carolina weather at one of
Forest Acres’ four area parks —
Quinine Hill, Citadel, Pinetree, and
Idalia Parks. These neighborhood
parks are oases in an urban
environment featuring sheltered
picnic areas and limited playground
equipment for nice family-oriented
outings.
The City of Forest Acres is a
Fort Jackson sponsor and hosts
various community and tourismgenerating events at which our
friends in the services and their
families are always welcome. The
semi-annual Rooftop Rhythms is
held on the rooftop at Richland
Mall in April, May, September, and
October with Sweet Seasons –
Forest Acres’ premier tree lighting
festival—in December. Richland
Mall hosts the city’s seasonal
Farmer’s Market on Wednesdays
from late April until late October.
The market can be found at
Richland Mall by Bank of America.
The annual Forest Acres Festival is
held in May at AC Flora High School
featuring free admission and lots
of food and activities for the kids.
Most of the city’s events are family
oriented and often feature food by
local vendors and entertainment
by area groups. For the latest on
what’s going on in Forest Acres,
check out www.forestacres.net or
www.leisurefun.net.
With its unique city-within-acity atmosphere and attractive
amenities for Forest Jackson
soldiers, it’s obvious why Forest
Acres is known as “a city apart.”
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Festivals & Events
The Carolina Cup
803-432-6513
carolina-cup.org
Established in 1930, The Carolina Cup
is one of the two premier steeplechase
races in the Southeast and is hailed
as South Carolina’s largest sporting/
social event. Camden welcomes more
than 70,000 visitors from all over
the state. The Cup is known for its
extravagant tailgating parties where
all the ladies wear bright sundresses
and straw hats. Gates open at 9 a.m.
as picnickers roll in to prepare for the
six afternoon races. Only a 45-minute
drive from Columbia, many Columbia
residents have made The Cup an
annual tradition. Each year, the
Carolina Cup is held at the end of
March or the first of April.
Another event in Camden, The
Colonial Cup, is held each year in
November. Find more information at
the web site address above.
Celebrate Freedom
803-772-2945
Thunder, The Celebrate Freedom
Festival Air and Ground Show, is a
family-friendly event that honors those
in America’s history who have made
sacrifices to establish and maintain
our national freedoms. Hosted by the
Celebrate Freedom FoundationTM,
the festival is held on Armed Forces
Day and is one of the largest patriotic
displays in the Southeast.
The festival offers events and
attractions suitable for all ages,
including precision formation flying,
aerobatics, parachuting, wingwalkers,
military flyovers, living history field
encampments, educational displays,
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heroes of freedom, a USO-style show
and much more. There are various
activities held for the kids such as
opportunities to climb through
military helicopters and other
equipment, face painting, mini basic
training, rock walls and a fun zone.
Additionally, there are always plenty of
food and beverage vendors available
to suit every appetite. The Celebrate
Freedom Festival Air and Ground
Show is free and open to the public.
South Carolina State Fair
803-799-3387
scstatefair.org
For more than 125 years, the South
Carolina State Fair has come to
Columbia for two weeks. Rides, food,
games and concerts featuring national
talent attract local and widespread
attendance. Exhibits featuring art,
crafts, flowers and livestock cover the
fairgrounds. A large rocket near the
front entrance is a popular landmark.
Groups wishing to gather at a common
location often say, “Meet me at the
Rocket.” The fair is held each year in
October.
St. Patrick’s Day in Five
Points
St. Pat’s in Five Points, a tradition a
quarter of a century in the making,
has become a special event not only
for residents in the region, but also for
people throughout South Carolina and
the tri-state area. It’s a homecoming
for many and a chance to celebrate all
that is Irish with 40,000 of your closest
friends.
For more than 30 years, St. Pat’s in Five
Points continues to spread goodwill
and good times with concerts, 5K and
10K races, carnival, parade and other
activities. In tune with the original
desire for the festival, proceeds from St.
Pat’s in Five Points are donated to local
charities and used for the betterment
of Five Points. The event is held in midMarch each year.
columbia regional
visitors center
803-545-0002
columbiacvb.com/calendar
Visit the web site to view an online
calendar of current events taking
place throughout the area.
colonial life arena
Koger Center
for the Arts, USC
803-576-9200
coloniallifearena.com
Feel like taking in some
college hoops? How about
a national concert tour?
Or a family entertainment
show? Columbia’s Colonial
Life Arena, a state-of-the-art
sports and entertainment
arena, offers all of this and
more. In its inaugural years,
the Colonial Life Arena has
featured notorious musical
talents like Elton John, Billy
Joel, Jimmy Buffett, Kenny
Chesney, Rascal Flatts and
Kanye West, to name a few.
Family entertainment shows
like Disney on Ice and
Sesame Street Live also have drawn
considerable crowds.
The Colonial Life Arena is the largest
arena in the state of South Carolina
with 18,000 seats, and the tenth
largest on-campus basketball facility
in the nation. Located on the beautiful
University of South Carolina campus,
this one-of-a-kind facility features 41
suites, four entertainment suites, and
the Frank McGuire Club, a full-service
hospitality room.
Columbia Marionette
Theatre
803-252-7366
cmtpuppet.org
Columbia features one of only 20
marionette theaters in the United States.
The theatre was founded in 1988 and
can accommodate up to 300 children
and adults. A 30-foot stage features
puppets ranging from 12 inches to five
feet. Five full-time staff members create
803-777-7500
koger.sc.edu
the productions entirely in house.
Shows are offered every Saturday at 11
a.m. and 3 p.m. (excluding holidays).
Columbia City Ballet
803-799-7605
columbiacityballet.com
The Columbia City Ballet is known
as one of the strongest and most
versatile ballet companies in the
region and in the country. Founded
in 1961, the Columbia City Ballet
has integrated the world of dance
within the lives of Columbians. In
the beginning, the Company was a
community dance group staging only
two performances a year. Columbia
City Ballet has expanded to more than
80 major performances per year, with
an audience of approximately 51,000
people each season. The Columbia City
Ballet also travels to perform for other
communities across the nation.
The Koger Center is part of the
University of South Carolina
campus at the corner of
Assembly and Greene streets.
Ira and Nancy Koger, for
whom the center is named,
made substantial personal
and corporate donations to
contribute to the funding
of the $15 million project.
Music, theater and dance
performances crowd the list
of approximately 535 seasonal
presentations.
Longstreet Theatre
803-777-4288
artsandsciences.sc.edu/thea/
Located at the intersection of Greene
and Sumter streets on the University
of South Carolina campus, Longstreet
Theatre facilitates many Universitysponsored performances. This Greek
Revival structure was built in 1855
as an auditorium for the university.
The staging area is a unique ‘theaterin-the-round’ with auditorium-style
seating on four sides.
Nickelodeon Theater/
Columbia Film Society
803-254-8234
.nickelodeon.org
The Nickelodeon Theatre is a 99 seat
theater located in Columbia SC on the
corner of Main and Taylor Streets,
adjacent to the Mast General Store. In
operation since 1979, “the Nick”, run
by the Columbia Film Society, is home
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located at 930 Laurel Street. The shows
begin at 8 p.m. and are free to anyone
who wishes to share the Shakespeare
experience.
Town Theatre
803-779-2510
towntheatre.com
to three film screenings daily, and
special series with extra showtimes.
The Nick is the only non-profit art
house film theater in South Carolina
and is the home for over 25,000
filmgoers each year.
SANDLAPPER SINGERS
803-381-5481
sandlappersingers.org
The Sandlapper Singers, South
Carolina’s premier professional
choral ensemble, present a three
concert series in Columbia each year
and tour to other locations through
the southeast. This talented group
of singers founded and directed by
Dr. Lillian Quackenbush, focuses on
American choral music presented
uniquely to include dance, and
local instrumental ensembles. The
Singers frequently perform in period
costumes within a state-of- the- art
auditorium utilizing lights and sound
enhancements.. The Singers’ 35
voices are compromised of church
choir directors, professional singers,
bankers, physicians, and music
teachers. Educational efforts include
Side-by-Side, a program in which
high school participants performwith
the Singers, a vocal scholarship for
high school students, and the Young
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Sandlapper Singers music education
program. American music, American
sound is the branding theme.
South Carolina
Philharmonic
803-771-7937
scphilharmonic.com
An independent 501(c)3 nonprofit
organization, the South Carolina
Philharmonic entertains, educates,
enriches and excites diverse audiences
throughout the Midlands and beyond
since 1964. The introduction of
Music Director Morihiko Nakahara
in 2008/2009 ushered in a New Era
of Artistic Excellence that is allowing
the orchestra to move forward and
become the Midlands pre-eminent
performing arts group.
The South Carolina
Shakespeare Company
803-787-BARD (2273)
shakespearesc.org
Classically trained actors who
have studied at the former Folger
Shakespeare Theatre in Washington,
D.C., and the Royal Academy of
Dramatic Art share their talents at the
downtown Finlay Park amphitheatre
Town Theatre is the oldest community
theatre building in continuous use in
the United States and is listed in the
National Register of Historic Places.
Town Theatre has one of the largest
auditoriums of any Columbia theatre
group. Its commitment to presenting
plays and musicals of wide general
appeal has earned the largest regular
audience of any cultural performing
organization in Columbia. Each
season brings in close to 20,000
theatre patrons of all ages.
Trustus Theatre
803-254-9732
trustus.org
Trustus Theatre is the Midlands choice
for modern theatre. Consistently
voted “Best Local Theatre”, this stage
theatre specializes in producing the
best in Broadway, Off-Broadway, and
World Premiere shows. The Trustus
experience is unmatched because of
the free popcorn, a cash bar where
you can take your drinks to your seats,
and the most comfortable seats in town. Trustus produces
shows year-round that run Thursday through Saturday at
8pm, with Sunday matinees at 3pm. Visit www.trustus.org
to guarantee your seats and for all season information.
The Township Auditorium
803-576-2350
thetownship.org
The Township Auditorium began it historical presence in
Richland County in 1930 with a concert performance by
the legendary conductor John Philip Susa. Over the past 80
years, almost every major performer has taken the stage at
theTownship, including Elvis Presley, Bruce Springsteen,
Prince, Bob Hope, Jerry Seinfeld and Bob Dylan, to name just
a few. Theatrical performances include the Bolshoi Ballet,
The Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra and many
others.
Workshop theatre
803-799-6551
workshoptheatre.com
For more than 40 years, Workshop Theatre has been the
creative domain of many of the area’s most talented actors,
directors, and technicians. It is a place where those who love
the dramatic arts join in a community that values the pulsing
experience of live theatre.
As Workshop continues the Next Stage campaign to construct
our new facility at 635 Elmwood Avenue, we will be focused
on raising the necessary funds to complete the project.
Workshop Theatre is a 501(c)3 nonprofit corporation, and
all contributions to the building fund are deductible to the
full extent of the law.
Local Attractions
South Carolina State
Museum
301 Gervais Street
803-898-4921
museum.state.sc.us
Riverbanks Zoo & Garden
803-779-8717
riverbanks.org
Riverbanks is home to more than 2,000
magnificent and fascinating animals
and one of the nation’s most beautiful
and inspiring botanical gardens. The
lush 170-acre site features dynamic
natural habitat exhibits, scenic river
views, spectacular valley overlooks
and significant historic landmarks.
For more than 40 years, Riverbanks
has provided individuals, families
and groups with a common place
to connect with and learn about the
world’s wildlife and wild places.
Twice awarded the Governor’s Cup
for South Carolina’s Most Outstanding
Tourist Attraction, Riverbanks is the
premier family choice for education
and recreation in the Southeast.
Check the web site for the updated
animal demonstration schedule.
Columbia Museum of Art
803-799-2810
columbiamuseum.org
Located in the heart of downtown
Columbia, SC, Columbia Musuem
of Art (CMA) ranks among leading
art institutions in the country and
is distinguished by its innovative
exhibitions and creative educational
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programs. The CMA collection
encompasses nearly 7,000 works and
spans thousands of years of history,
representing a full range of world
cultures. The CMA welcomes over
135,000 visitors annually and is a
catalyst for community creativity with
a diverse spectrum of programming,
from exhibitions and lectures to
concerts, Arts & Draughts parties and
craft haven gatherings.
EdVenture Children’s
Museum
803-779-3100
edventure.org
Experience the joy of learning and
discovery at EdVenture Children’s
Museum in the Vista area of
Columbia. Hands-on experiences
entice children of all ages, including
a special play area for children under
age 3. The first thing visitors see when
they walk through the front doors
is Eddie, a 40-foot, 17.5 ton child
made of reinforced, molded plastic
that children can climb on, in and
through. The museum also features a
gift shop with a wide variety of toys
and educational treasures.
Hands-on fun and learning can be
found on each of the four floors of the
South Carolina State Museum facing
Gervais Street. This museum proudly
carries the title of the Southeast’s
largest and most comprehensive
museum. Renovated in 1893, the
museum is housed in its biggest
artifact – The Columbia Mill along the
Congaree River. Exhibits focus on the
four disciplines of South Carolina’s art,
history, natural history and science/
technology.
Richland Library
803-799-9084
richlandlibrary.com
Richland Library is a vibrant,
contemporary organization with
state-of-the-art technology, friendly
and helpful staff, a variety of literary
and cultural programs, and 11
bustling facilities located throughout
the county. Whether you’re looking
for personalized help to explore the
Midlands, access to free Wi-Fi or
entertainment for all ages, Richland
Library offers a truly customizable
experience for residents and visitors
alike. Don’t miss the Maurice Sendak
Wild Things mural located in the
architecturally stunning 242,000
square foot Main Library on Hampton
Street in downtown Columbia.
Local Attractions
Historic Columbia
Foundation
artifacts. Evolving permanent exhibits
and changing exhibit galleries make
each visit a new experience!
803-252-1770
HistoricColumbia.org
Historic Columbia Foundation tells
the stories of people, places and
progress in Columbia and Richland
County. Featuring guided tours,
cultural programs, educational
activities, historic gardens, special
events and a museum shop, visits
become memorable experiences.
Annual events include the Jubilee:
Festival of Heritage, Holiday House
Tours and Scarecrows in the Garden.
Serving as a leader in heritage tourism
for 50 years, the Foundation manages
four historic house museums and
their associated artifacts.
Finlay Park
803-545-3100
columbiasc.net/parksandrec
SC Confederate Relic Room
& Military Museum
803-737-8095
crr.sc.gov
Founded in 1896, the SC Confederate
Relic Room & Military Museum is the
oldest history museum in the state.
The museum focuses on South Carolina’s military history from the Revolutionary War to the present. The
museum offers a unique opportunity
to discover and explore the state’s
military history through exhibits featuring many rare and one-of-a-kind
Named after a former mayor of
Columbia, Finlay Park is a 14-acre
peaceful retreat within downtown
Columbia. Since its official opening in
1991, Finlay Park has become one of
Columbia’s most popular recreation
areas. Located in the central part
of the city, it provides an excellent
setting for concerts, festivals, picnics
or long walks. A waterfall cascades
down a rocky landscape at the back
of the park. The park boasts a stage,
benches and swings, two playgrounds
and another ‘island stage’ located in a
half-acre pond.
Local Attractions
Sally Salamander
Walking tour
columbiacvb.com/
salamander
“I’m Sally, Columbia’s newest
ambassador! As you look for me
around Columbia, be sure to notice
the beautiful architecture and
cultural icons of South Carolina’s
‘“Famously Hot’” capital city. We
pride ourselves on maintaining
our rich history as we build for the
future. When you spot me along
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your journey, feel free to pet me.
Like our residents, I too am friendly
and full of Southern graciousness.”
Sally Salamander is a walking tour
of downtown Columbia featuring
numbered, bronze statues of
South Carolina’s state amphibian,
the spotted salamander. The tour
was presented by the Leadership
Columbia class of 2009, and
is maintained by Columbia
Metropolitan Convention & Visitors
Bureau.
Stop by Columbia Regional Visitors
Center, the first stop on the tour, to
pick up a brochure and map or visit
columbiasalamander.com.
Outdoor Attractions
learn more about conservation and
environmental protection through
guided tours, informed staff and an
educational visitors center. The park is
located 20 miles southeast of Columbia
off SC Route 48. Guided nature walks
are available at 1:30 p.m. on Saturdays.
Camping, canoeing, fishing and 18
miles of hiking trails are free to the
public.
Three Rivers Greenway
803-765-2200
riveralliance.org
Dreher Island State Park
803-364-4152
southcarolinaparks.com/
dreherisland
Dreher Island State Park spans
Twelve miles of Lake Murrary
shoreline,
348 acres, andthree
islands. The three islands are linked
to the mainland by a causeway and
two bridges. These islands provide
the perfect environment for water
activities, lakeside camping and
picnicking. Lakeside villas and a
nature trail are also features of
the recreation area. Facilities and
amenities include public restrooms,
picnic tables, shelters, playground,
store, hiking trails, primitive camping,
campsites with facilities, lakeside
camping, vacation cabins, fishing and
boat ramp.
Avid bird watchers and nature
enthusiasts should visit Lunch
Island, also known as Doolittle or
Bombing Range Island, to witness
the thousands of purple martins that
come here to roost, and the reason
this area has been officially deemed
the first purple martin sanctuary in
North America.
Congaree National Park
803-776-4396
nps.gov/cong
The last significant tract of old-growth
bottomland hardwood forest in the U.S.
covers the 22,000 acres of Congaree
Swamp. With towering pines and giant
hardwoods, Congaree National Park
includes one of the highest canopies
in the world and some of the tallest
trees in the Eastern United States.
Visitors are encouraged to observe
and photograph along the boardwalks
that travel through the unique habitat
of a South Carolina swamp.
The Congaree National Park is not only
a visitor’s attraction but also a space
for research. The staff of the park
promote the preservation of natural
habitats and encourage visitors to
Nestled along the banks of the Broad,
Saluda, and Congaree Rivers, and
uniting the cities of Columbia, West
Columbia and Cayce, the Three
Rivers Greenway is the perfect venue
for a multitude of activities. The
recent addition to the West Columbia
Riverwalk and the creation of the
Cayce Riverland Park Connection,
provide visitors countless new
opportunities, including fishing
hotspots as well as breathtaking
views of the pristine islands and
Columbia skyline. These new portions
also offer the opportunity to explore
over a mile of lighted boardwalk with
spectacular views of the Congree
River and access to the old dam and
historic Cayce Locks.
Visitors to the Three Rivers Greenway
will come in close contact with
the three rivers, while enjoying an
array of natural habitats, historical
points of interest and recreational
opportunities. Whatever your
interest, ability, or recreational
aspiration, there are so many reasons
to get to the Greenway!
Highlights include: 9 miles of all
purpose paths; access to three rivers;
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lighted pathways; emergency call boxes; dog friendly;
dozens of picnic areas; wildlife lookouts; paddle or
launch into the Congaree River; ADA accessible, makes
it perfect for baby carriages, wheelchairs, and skates;
clean restrooms; a series of wayside exhibits that tell the
history and environment of the area; lots of great places
to eat, shop, stay and live nearby!
Lake Murray Country
803-781-5940
LakeMurrayCountry.com
Lake Murray draws thousands of visitors each day and
spans four counties wide. This recreational paradise,
with more than 650 miles of shoreline, provides some
of the most scenic landscapes and picturesque sunsets
you’ll ever experience. Whether its canoeing or kayaking
in calm waters or rapids, navigating sails through cutting
winds or leisurely cruising in a sail, power or fishing boat,
Lake Murray is the place to be! In June 2011, Boating
Magazine named Lake Murray one of the top 10 places
to live and boat. It also attracts thousands each year to
nationally sponsored fishing tournaments, including the
FLW Tour, the National Bass Circuit, and Bassmasters
tournaments, just to name a few.
Lake murray Public Access
There are five public access points in Lexington County:
SCE&G Park and Ramp Site: Facilities and amenities
include picnic tables, shelters, a public swimming area,
public restrooms and boat ramp.
SCE&G North Recreation Area: Facilities and amenities
include public restrooms, picnic tables, shelters, fishing
piers and boat ramp.
Hilton Recreation Area: Facilities and amenities include
picnic tables, shelters, public restrooms and boat ramp.
Bundrick Island: Facilities and amenities include hiking
trails and swimming but offer no public restrooms or
parking.
Larry Koon Landing: Facilities and amenities include
picnic tables, public restrooms and boat ramp. There is
one public access point in Saluda County.
SCE&G Park: Facilities and amenities include public
restrooms, picnic tables, fishing and boat ramp.
COLUMBIA’S BEST
BURGERS,
FRIES, SHAKES
AND BREWS
NEXT TO WHOLE FOODS
Ask us about our Military discount!
AMERICAN ROADSIDE
702 Cross Hill Road
Columbia, SC 29205
803.790.9960
americanroadside.com
Local Sports Arenas
Colonial life arena
803-576-9200
coloniallifearena.com
Since its opening in November 2002,
South Carolina has embraced the
Colonial Life Arena as the leading
source of entertainment in the
state. Home to the University of
South Carolina men’s and women’s
basketball teams, the Colonial Life
Arena is the largest arena in South
Carolina, and the 10th largest oncampus basketball facility in the
nation. In recent polls conducted
by Pollstar Magazine, the Colonial
Life Arena was ranked the #1 arena
in the Carolinas and the #2 college
building in the nation.
CApital City Stadium
803-254-FISH
blowfishbaseball.com
Home of the Columbia Blowfish of
the Coastal Plain League (collegiate
summer league), this stadium has
a lighted natural grass surface with
seating for 5,500 people. The Coastal
Plain League is the nation’s hottest
summer collegiate baseball league,
now in its 10th season. Featuring
15 teams playing in North Carolina,
South Carolina and Virginia, the CPL
is certified by Major League Baseball
and gives college players the chance
to refine their skills with wooden
bats during the summer months.
On-field promotions and Blowie, the
Blowfish mascot, make attending a
game fun for the whole family! Williams-Brice Stadium
800-777-4271
gamecocksonline.com/facilities
CAROLINA STADIUM
800-4SC-FANS
gamecocksonline.com/facilities
Home of the Carolina Gamecocks
baseball team, this stadium seats
5,000 people. The USC baseball team
has been among the best in the nation
and attending games has become a
tradition for Columbia and South
Carolina residents. It is an enjoyable
experience for the whole family. Home of the University of South
Carolina Gamecocks, this football
stadium seats 82,500 people. Among the top 15 largest stadiums
in the country, Williams-Brice also
has been used for large concerts and
filming of major motion pictures. welcome | Recreational Guide To Fort Jackson & Columbia • South Carolina
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International Corridor
Experience the Vibrant Multi-Cultural World of Decker Boulevard, Richland
County’s Official International Corridor!
Decker Boulevard is a vibrant two-mile stretch of highway
that encompasses the best of international cuisine, multicultural goods and services and a safe and blossoming
nightlife.Located less than a mile from the Boyden Arbor
Gate of Fort Jackson off Percival Road and approximately
two miles from the Forest Drive/ Strom Boulevard, Decker
Boulevard is a stone’s throw from Columbia Mall and
easily accessible from I-20, I-77, Percival, Two Notch and
Parklane Roads.
The thriving commercial district features countless
Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Indian, Vietnamese and
Mexican restaurants, as well as several international
bakeries and shops. Decker Boulevard is home to a fresh
Seafood Market, a Carnicería, several Asian Markets, a
Western apparel shop and a hair salon, which caters to the
art of African braiding. In fact, there a several hair salons
and barbers shops which cater to a multi-ethnic clientele.
In addition to the numerous international offerings, there
are restaurants that feature the standard American fare
like McDonalds, Chick-Fil-A, Rush’s, Longhorn Steakhouse,
Sonic, Taco Bell and CiCi’s Pizza. It is also extremely easy
to conduct business along Decker Boulevard as there are
several insurance agencies, a DMV (located in Decker
Mall) as well as a long-term storage facility, several auto
dealerships, gas stations, and realtors located along the
highway, with many of these businesses offering military
discounts.
David Whigham, owner of the highly successful Comedy
Housespeaks highly of Decker and its encompassing
business and organizations. Says David “I grew up in this
area and in a sense locating the club here is like coming
home to me. Decker is the most unique place in the
Columbia area and visitors can find just about everything
from A- Z. This great place proves that people from all
ethnicities and cultures can peacefully co-exist and respect
one another. I also think that it is very important that as
a community that we business owners give back to the
soldiers that have given so much to us.”
On Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday Whigham offers
soldiers $1 tickets with a proper military ID.
If you are looking to experience the very best that Columbia
area has to offer -come to Decker where the world awaits
you!
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Shopping Districts
Columbia Place
803-788-4676
shopcolumbiaplace.com
Columbia Place features more than 75
national, regional and local retailers
including anchors such as Columbia’s
only Macy’s department store, Sears.
Burlington Coat Factory, Claire’s,
Foot Locker, Bath and Body Works,
Charlotte Russe, Victoria’s Secret,
and Payless ShoeSource. . Columbia
Place’s Military Deals program offers
a variety of promotions and savings
for members of the military. Military
members must simply show their
military identification to receive
these special offers.
Columbiana Centre
803-732-6260
columbianacentre.com
Columbiana Centre is the premier
shopping destination in the South
Carolina Midlands providing an
atmosphere of casual sophistication
and offering many premier retailers.
Stores include: bebe, Coach, Sephora,
Williams-Sonoma, Ann Taylor Loft,
Banana Republic and Forever 21.
Take the kids the Build-A-Bear
Workshop and then for a ride on the
carousel located in the food court.
Columbiana Centre is conveniently
located and easily accessible from all
parts of the Columbia area and has
more than 100 great stores for your
shopping pleasure.
Dutch Square Center
803-772-8430
dutchsquare.com
All roads lead to Dutch Square Center,
South Carolina’s first & favorite mall
featuring a 14 screen movie theater in
the mall, a food court, Burlington Coat
Factory, Belk, Office Depot & a host of
stores with something for everyone.
richland mall
803-782-7575
Richlandmall-sc.com
Located in the heart of Columbia, SC,
Midtown at Forest Acres is a unique
collection of shops, dining, and
entertainment. Enjoy stores such as
Belk, Barnes & Noble Booksellers,
and Regal Cinema. With covered
parking just steps away from stores,
Midtown at Forest Acres is a great
place to be.
Village at Sandhills
and living destination in the state.
Stroll through the charming outdoor
streets and shop at department stores
like Belk and JCPenney and over 100
specialty shops. Dine in over a dozen
fine restaurants, night spots, or fast
service destinations. Take in a movie
at the Regal Sandhill Cinemas 16. Buy
the family groceries at Super Bi-Lo
or renovate your house with Home
Depot. And there’s luxury residential
living with the Promenade at Sandhill
condominiums or the Residence
at Sandhill apartments. Village at
Sandhill is truly Columbia’s only one
stop destination for every part of
your life.
Village at Sandhill
803-419-0235
VillageAtSandhill.com
Village at Sandhill is the largest
shopping, dining, entertainment,
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Victory Starts Here!
We invite you to review the following pages and learn more
of what Fort Jackson & Family and MWR have to offer.
Fort Jackson is the largest Initial
Entry Training Center in the Army,
providing training to almost 50%
of the men and 80% of the women
who enter the service each year.
While some installations in recent
years have experienced downsizing
and closure, Fort Jackson has added
new schools and training institutions.
These include the Soldier Support
Institute (SSI), the Chaplains Center
and School, and the Center for
Credibility Assessment.
Fort Jackson is a city within a city that
encompasses some 52,000 acres of
land and more than 1000 buildings.
Soldiers, civilians, retirees and Family
members make up Fort Jackson and
its post population of approximately
20,000 military and civilian
personnel. The installation instructs
an average of 50,000 Soldiers
in basic training and advanced
individual training annually. An
additional 19,000 attend courses
at its advance training schools. Fort
Jackson employs 4,300 civilians and
provides services for more than
100,000 retirees.
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Family & Morale, Welfare & Recreation
Family & Morale, Welfare & Recreation (FMWR)
provides for the physical, cultural and social needs, as
well as the general well-being of our military members
and their Families. Every dollar spent at FMWR
facilities is reinvested in quality of life programs to
benefit our ever-growing Fort Jackson Family.
H H H FMWR is for all of your life. H H H
You are ... a Soldier, an employee,
a volunteer and a parent. You
are also a spouse, a sibling, a
retiree, a neighbor and a friend.
Whether you are on duty or off
duty, at the office, in the field or
at home — FMWR aims to be
there with programs and services to enhance the quality of
your life.
Throughout the following
pages, you will find information
about everything from golf and military clubs on Fort Jackson to lodging
and special services.
FMWR supports you with community
building activities, events, a wide variety of services, food, beverage and entertainment venues and celebrations
that bring people together.
Like everybody else, you need balance
and time to recover from a hard day’s
work. FMWR has many ways for you
to relax, recharge, renew and
rejuvenate.
Every dollar spent at FMWR
facilities is reinvested in quality of life
programs to benefit YOU— our growing Fort Jackson Family.
Take your time, browse, get to know
us and let us know what you think.
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FMWR is
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Child, Youth & School Services provides the Fort Jackson community with quality child
development options and youth programs. These programs reduce the conflict between
parenting responsibilities and mission requirements, enhance the development of children
and youth and engage youth in constructive activities during discretionary times.
New to Fort Jackson? Call the Outreach Services Director at 803-751-4869 to schedule your
child’s Welcome Wagon visit!
OUTREACH
SERVICES
3392 Magruder Avenue
803-751-4865
Parent Central Services
• One-stop enrollment/sign up
service for Families interested
in registering their children for
child care and/or other youth
services
• Information on all CYS Services
program options
• Vacancy listings and waiting list
• Babysitter referral
• Installation-to-installation referral
for military Families moving to
another duty station
• Sign up for sports and instructional
classes
Kids On Site - on-site child care for
meetings, training and other events
in a pre-approved space.
Mobile Recreation - summer
camp activities provided at
designated locations during the
summer months provided at no cost .
Parent Education/Involvement
Opportunities
CYS Services Special Events:
Penny Carnival (January), Sweetheart
Ball (February), Literary Fair (March),
Spring Jamboree & Easter Egg Hunt
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(Saturday Before Easter), Month of
the Military Child Events (April),
American Girl Doll Tea (May) , Boys &
Girls Club Day for Kids (September),
Fall Festival (October), Family Fun
Fair (November) and Jingle Bell
Jog & Reindeer Games (December).
CYS Services also supports other
Community Events with children’s
activities such as Fire Prevention
Open House, National Night Out,
Fort Jackson Birthday and Torchlight
Tattoo.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT
SERVICES
Fort Jackson has
two child
development centers for children,
infant through age 5, two shared
centers for children, infant through
5th grade, 5-10 Family child care
homes, and four development homes
to meet the needs for child care
on Fort Jackson. These programs
serve the needs of Soldiers
and civilian employees by
providing quality, dependable
child care. Curriculum for all
child development programs
regardless of setting is child
oriented with an emphasis
on creative, age-appropriate
activities which encourage
children to acquire knowledge
about themselves and their
environment. Our early
childhood programs use the
Creative Curriculum.
Scales Avenue Child
Development Center (CDC)
4581 Scales Avenue
803-751-6221/ 803-751-6230
The Scales Avenue Child
Development Center is accredited
by the National Association for the
Education of Young Children and
certified to operate by Department
of Defense. Hours are Monday
through Friday, 0500-1830.
Scales Avenue CDC provides the
following types of care:
• Full day care for children from 6
weeks to 5 years of age
• Part day care (less than 25 hours
per week) for children 6 weeks to 5
years of age
• Strong Beginnings 4 Year Old Pre K
Program, part day or full day
• Hourly care for individuals needing
care before or after the operating
hours of the Hood Street CDC
• Fees for care are based on total
Family income
Hood Street Child
4585 Hood Street
803-751-1970/ 803-751-1972
The Hood Street Child Development
Center is accredited by the National
Association for the Education of
Young Children and certified to
operate by Department of Defense.
The hours are Monday through
Friday, 0730-1730, and 1st & 3rd
Friday evenings, 1800-2300. Special
openings available upon request for
unit/organization functions.
The Hood Street CDC provides:
• Hourly child care for individuals
needing less than 25 hours of care per
week on a reservation basis. Walk-ins
are accepted.
• Transportation or escort services
are provided to/from on-post schools
for mid-day and end-of-day times, but
not for morning drop off
• Part day care (less than 25 hours
per week) for children 6 weeks to 5
years of age
• Fees for hourly care are a flat rate of
$4 per hour per child. Fees for part
day care are based on Family income
Imboden Street Child
5979 Imboden Street
803-562-5901/ 803-751-5902
The Imboden Street Child
Development Center is a shared center
with early childhood and school age
spaces. It is certified to operate by
Department of Defense. Normal
operating hours are Monday through
Friday, 0400-2100, and Saturday,
0500-1800. Overnight and weekend
hours are available by reservation and
with appropriate documentation.
Imboden Street CDC provides the
• Extended hours full day care for
children from 6 weeks to 5 years of age
• Extended hours Strong Beginnings
4 Year Old Pre K Program
• Overnight and weekend care in
support of mission requirements for
Active Duty Soldiers assigned to Fort
Jackson
• Saturday and Sunday care for
National Guard and Reserve during
Battle Training Assembly
• Hourly care for individuals needing
care before or after the operating
hours of the Scales Avenue CDC.
• Fees for hourly care are a flat rate of
$4 per hour. Fees for extended hours
full day care are based on total Family
income.
Imboden Street School Age
Center
5978 Imboden Street
803-562-2022/ 803-562-2029
The Imboden Street School Age
Center is a shared center with early
childhood and school age spaces. It
is certified to operate by Department
of Defense. Normal operating hours
for the early childhood section of the
facility are Monday through Friday,
0500-1830.
Imboden Street SAC provides the
following type of care:
• Full day care for children from 6
weeks to 4 years of age
• Fees for full day care are based on
total Family income
Lee Road Child Development
Center
5978 Imboden Street
The Lee Road Child Development
Center is a 20 capacity facility for
children of all ages designed to
provide round the clock care. It is
certified to operate by Department
of Defense. The facility is scheduled
to open in the 3rd quarter of FY2013.
Normal operating hours will be
defined based on the demand for
care. This facility will be used for
overnight and weekend care currently
being provided at the Imboden Child
Development Center.
Lee Road CDC will provide the
• Full day care for children from 6 weeks
to 5 years of age whose parents work
rotating shifts or 2nd or 3rd shift.
• Overnight and weekend care in
support of mission requirements
for Active Duty Soldiers assigned
to Fort Jackson
• Saturday and Sunday care for
National Guard and Reserve
during Battle Training Assembly
• Hourly care for individuals
needing care on a space available
basis if care is not available in
other CYS Services facilities.
• Fees for hourly care are a flat rate
of $4 per hour. Fees for shift care
are based on total Family income.
Overnight and weekend care are
provided at
no cost for Active Duty Soldiers and
National Guard and Reserve with
appropriate documentation of mission
requirements or Battle Training
Assembly, respectively.
Family Child Care
803-751-6234
Family Child Care homes offer care
for children 4 weeks to 12 years of
age by trained and certified Family
Child Care providers located on post
in government quarters or off post in
residential areas. FCC providers, their
spouse and children over the age of
12 must pass required background
checks and participate in a Family
interview. FCC homes, once certified,
are monitored and inspected on a
regular basis. The FCC Program offers
self-employment for military spouses
enabling them to add to the Family’s
income while staying at home with
his/her own children.
• FCC program is certified to operate
by Department of Defense
• FCC homes are certified to operate
by the Garrison Commander
• Home environments
• Small group settings
• All types of care: full day, part day,
before/after school, hourly, extended
hours and long term care
• Fees for Family Child Care are agreed
upon between the provider and the
parent
• FCC Subsidy Assistance Program
helps keep fees in FCC homes
below those in the on-post Child
Development Centers
Child Development Homes
1400-1800.
Supervised activities in 4 service
areas include sports, fitness and
health; arts, recreation and leisure,
life skills; citizenship and leadership;
and academic support, mentoring
and intervention.
5953 A/B and 5955 A/B Parker Lane
803-751-6234 (for information)
Hours vary by home
The Child Development Homes are a
cross between center-based care and
Family child care. Two (2) Child &
Youth Program assistants provide care
for up to 12 children in a home-based
setting. CYS Services is certified to
operate these home by Department
of Defense.
SCHOOL AGE SERVICES
This program bridges the gap between
Child Development Services and
Youth Services and provides quality
programs for youth 1st through
5th grade. The School Age Servcies
Program operates from two shared
centers and one dedicated school
age center. School Age Services is
certified by Department of Defense
and affiliated with Boys & Girls Clubs
of America and 4-H.
Occasional users receive 5 hours free
for the afternoon program a month
and weekend hours as part of CYS
Services registration; additional hours
are available at an hourly, part day or
full day rate.
YOUTH SERVICES
Middle School and
Teen Program (MS/T)
5975 Chesnut Road
803-751-6387/803-751-1136
The Middle School and Teen Program
operates from the Youth Center. As
a Boys & Girls Club affiliate and 4-H
partner, the MS/T Program offers age
appropriate activities for youth in 6th
grade through 12th grade. The Middle
School and Teen Program is certified
to operate by Department of Defense.
Hours are Monday through Thursday,
1400-2100; Fridays, 1400-2200;
Saturdays, 1300-2200; and Sundays,
Programs and services offered
include:
• Monthly calendar of events for open
recreation developed jointly by staff
and youth
• No cost after school program for
Middle School youth
• Leadership Clubs (Torch &
Keystone)
• 4-H Clubs which meet
weekly
• Workforce Preparation
Program (teens 14 and
older may apply for Food
& Beverage Attendant
positions at the Youth
Center through the NAF
Personnel Office)
• Dances, lock-ins and
block parties
• Community service opportunities
• Youth of the Month & Youth of the Year Program
• Homework & tutoring assistance
• Technology instruction
• Games room and sports tournaments
• After school snacks
• HIRED! Apprenticeship Program
Youth Sports
5975 Chesnut Road
803-751-5040/803-751-7451
A great place for youth to learn sportsmanship,
practice new skills and make new friends. We place
emphasis on fun and fundamentals rather than
on competition. A variety of team and individual
sports are offered throughout the year: flag football,
soccer, basketball, cheerleading, baseball, softball,
volleyball, track and cross country. In addition, we
host a variety of fitness related special events and
activities to encourage youth to become physically
fit and develop habits that support a healthy life
style.
The Youth Sports Program is certified by
Department of Defense. Program hours vary by
season of play and sport. Sports sign up is handled
by CYS Services Parent Central Services. Sports
staff can normally be contacted at 751-5040,
Monday - Friday, 1300 -1800.
FMWR Food & Entertainment
and feature omelet stations, waffle
stations and much more. During the
holiday season, there is a holiday
party for the children with a princess
and super hero ball.
OFFICERS’ CLUB
3630 SEMMES ROAD
803-782-8761
GREAT LUNCHES, ACTIVITIES
CATERING & MUCH MORE
The Officers’ Club is a membership
club open to all officers (active duty
or retired, Reserves, National Guard)
and DoD civilian employees GS-7 and
above.
Membership Benefits include: • Best Sunday brunch in the area
with a dazzling array of special
dishes, and a complimentary glass of
champagne
• A pricing policy that favors members with an average 25% discount
on food and beverages
• Additional monthly specials with
discounts beyond the pricing policy
• Professional catering services with
guaranteed lowest prices in town
• Members may also “sponsor” individuals for catered functions (who
are not eligible for membership)
• Monthly birthday salutes to members during their birthday month
• A guest policy that allows members
to bring friends, neighbors or business associates to the club for dining
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and entertainment
• Monthly dinner specials and special events
• Lunch at a bargain! Unbeatable
lunch prices with made-to-order
sandwiches, burgers and soups (plus
always free soft ice cream)
• A monthly newsletter mailed directly to your home
• Dazzling holiday buffets
• The Officers’ Club is open to everyone, regardless of rank or membership each Tuesday - Friday for lunch.
The catering department offers a
large variety of menu items, decorations and great customer service. The
club specializes in military functions,
wedding receptions, retirement parties, and much more. No party is too
big or too small. Handling all of your
catering needs is what we do best.
Off-site catering is available anywhere on Fort Jackson. Download
our menu at http://www.fortjacksonmwr.com under dining and clubs.
Office hours are Tuesday to Saturday,
0900-1600. (Must have a military
sponsor for catering events). Call for
details or if you have questions, (803)
782-2218 or fax (803) 751-3926.
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Ft. Jackson NCO Club
5700 Lee Road
803-782-2218
CLUBS HAVE IT ALL!
The NCO club is open to all ranks of
military members, Family members
and DoD civilians. Come and enjoy
the newly renovated NCO Club. The
NCO Club is open Monday through
Friday for lunch, serving a full buffet
with a variety of foods and flavors at
great price. Lunch hours are 11001315. Holiday brunches include
Easter, Mothers Day and Fathers Day,
Magruder’s Sports Bar
and Grill
3305 Daniel Circle
803-790-0064
Magruder’s Pub is open Monday
through Saturday and closed on
Sunday. From football to golf, we
are watching all your favorite sports
on one of our more than 16 TVs.
FMWR Food & Entertainment
more than 17 draft beers, domestic, craft, imports and all
your favorite bottles. Magruder’s kitchen is open late, to
2200 on weekdays and to 2300 Friday and Saturday.
With a wide range of menu choices, from salads and
wings, to steaks, Magruder’s is bound to be able to please
your appetite. Download the menu at http://www.fortjacksonmwr.com under dining and clubs.
The perfect Neighborhood Sports Bar featuring Weekly
Happy Hour specials so you can come in after a long
day, do some after-work networking, play some pool,
or maybe throw a couple of darts and relax. We feature
Magruder’s Club room is open every Wednesday with
the Karaoke style of thunderbolt Karaoke with DJ Tom.
Come and dance the night away and sing your heart out.
There is no cover charge. Doors open at 1630 during the
week and 1700 on the weekend. Military members must
be 18, and civilians must be 21 and up. Call us for details,
(803)790-0381.
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FMWR Recreation, Fitness & Shopping
th e c e nt e r o f i t
framing to fitness to retail
MG ROBERT B. SOLOMON
shopping to special events.
CENTER
6510 Strom Thurmond Boulevard
803-751-4056 /4058
The Solomon Center is a one-ofa-kind facility located on Strom
Thurmond Boulevard. The Solomon
Center is home to a variety of
activities ranging from custom
FORT JACKSON
GOLF CLUB
3652 Semmes Road
803-787-4437
The Fort Jackson Golf Club is a 36-hole
complex, featuring two championship
golf courses, a well-stocked pro
shop, dining area, lounge and locker
rooms. The Golf Club is open to activeduty military, retirees, active federal
employees, Reservists, National Guard
members, DoD civilians, honorably
discharged Veterans (monthly only)
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The Solomon Center includes:
• Andy’s Fitness Center
• The Frame Shop
• The Retail Zone
• Victory Travel
• Special Events area with 2,800
seating capacity for concerts,
ceremonies, special events
and Family members. A complete
range of facilities and services are
available to the golfer, including a
spacious driving range, pitching,
chipping and putting greens, a 3-hole
short course and lessons and clinics
taught by our PGA staff. The Wildcat
Course has generous fairways through
rolling terrain. The Old Hickory
Course is routed around several lakes
and wetland areas.
There is an intramural golf league and
a wide variety of tournaments and
• Conference and Meeting areas
events throughout
the year from which
you can choose.
Membership
is
available to all
military and DoD
civilian ID card
holders and a limited
number of honorably
discharged Veterans.
For additional information, please call
(803) 787-4437/4344.
VICTORY TRAVEL
803-751-5812 / 803-751-5804
FILLING
YOUR
TRAVEL NEEDS!
Vacationing and
travel should be
an adventure not a
hassle. Let Victory
Travel make all your
travel arrangements.
Located inside the
Solomon Center,
Victory Travel is your one stop for all
your travel needs. We can help you
with your planning for a day at the
beach, an exotic cruise, vacations,
holiday travel, and more. With a stateof-the-art reservations system and a
highly knowledgeable, professional
staff — we can assist you with any
type of travel from airline tickets,
hotels, car rentals, trains and much
more. Not only can we assist with your
travel needs, but we also offer reduced
rates to theme parks, Biltmore Estates,
Columbia Riverbanks Zoo, Disney
World and many other places. So,
come visit us for your next leisure
adventure.
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ANDY’S FITNESS CENTER
803-751-4177
The Retail Zone
803-751-4178
Andy’s, located
in the Solomon
C e n te r,
is
your
most
convenient and
well-equipped,
on-post workout facility.
Andy’s Fitness Center houses
contemporary, high quality equipment
including free weights, weight stack
machines, cardiovascular pieces
with cardio-theater and an indoor
running/ walking track.
A variety of aerobic classes from
beginner and senior classes, and step
sessions are available at convenient
times.
Andy’s offers the total relaxation
of saunas and steam rooms in both
men’s and women’s locker rooms.
The Frame Shop
803-751 - 4018
The Retail Zone is located in
the Solomon Center. We carry a
unique assortment of Fort Jackson
memorabilia and merchandise
ranging from koozies, magnets,
license plates, Army of One banner
flags and an assortment of Army
mom and dad merchandise. We also
have several lines of eye catching
T-shirts, jackets, sweatshirts and caps.
Next time you need that special and
unique gift, or something to remind
you of your stay at Fort Jackson, come
see us.
Firehouse
ProductionS
1444 Marion Street
803-751-4835
GET FIT
STAY FIT
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systems allow us to personalize a wide
assortment of products which includes
plaques, sculptures, humidor boxes,
glassware and more. We also have a
state-of-the-art monogram machine
for producing monogrammed shirts,
jackets, and caps. If you’re looking
to make a one-of-a-kind T-shirt or
promotional products, come see us
and let our talented staff help. We’ve
got all the gear to make it happen,
and we can fulfill all of your custom
product needs.
Located at 1444 Marion Street, we are
your one-stop shop for personalized
and customized gifts, premiums and
awards. Our personalized engraving
The Frame Shop is located in the
Solomon Center and offers custom
framing at competitive prices,
specialty matting, framed guidons,
and dry mounting.
CENTURY
LANES
strike zone eatery
Phone In Orders
803-751-4656
4464 Gregg
Street
803-751-6138
If you enjoy the sound of bowling,
look no further than Century Lanes
Bowling Center. Unlike bowling
centers of the past, Century Lanes
is modern with 24 lanes, automatic
scoring, pro shop, bumper bowling
for children and parties for everyone.
Open bowling is always a popular choice for the weekends. Night
leagues bowl Monday, Tuesday,
Thursday, and Friday in the fall, and
After
you’ve
worked up a hunger bowling, enjoy
the best short
order food on Fort Jackson, serving
lunch. Try our hamburgers, cheeseburgers, hot dogs, nachos, chicken
sandwiches and even pizza.
Tuesday and Thursday in the summer. Come try the energy of our
unique black light bowling on Saturday nights.
Welcome to the brand new
BEST WESTERN PLUS....
your home away from home.
Just minutes from Fort Jackson!
Convenient for our military, business and leisure travelers. Downtown
Columbia is only seven miles away! In downtown Columbia, you
can enjoy The Congaree Vista, Five Points, and the historic areas of
Columbia. Just minutes from the Fort Jackson, the Northeast and
Blythewood.
• All rooms have a microwave, refrigerator, and coffee pot.
• Outdoor heated pool
• State of the art fitness center
• Full hot breakfast
• 37-inch flat panel LCD high definition television
• High-speed Internet
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
7525 Two Notch Road
Columbia, South Carolina, 29223
Phone: 803-736-6666
Palmetto Falls Water
Park
Adjacent to the Solomon Center
803-751-3381
Looking for splashing summer fun?
The Fort Jackson Palmetto Falls Water
Park is now open to the general public
Tuesday- Friday, unless you have a season pass. Park hours are 1100 - 1900,
Tuesday - Saturday, closed on Mondays, and 1300 - 1900 on Sundays.
The park includes:
• A 10,000 sq. ft. Family
pool
• Five water slides
• 1.600 sq. ft. splashdown
pool
• A lazy river stretching
800 linear feet
• Spray park
• Snack bar
Children in grades 6 and
below must be accompanied by an adult. Visitors
should enter through Gate
2, the Forest Drive entrance. Please
have your driver’s license, current registration and proof of insurance ready
as you enter. As you leave the visitors
check-in lane you will be on Strom
Thurmond Blvd. Get in the left hand
lane. At the second traffic signal take a
left on Marion St., followed by a right
on Teliaferro. You will see Palmetto
Falls Water Park from Marion St.
Recently added Palmetto Falls Spray
Park is located within the Palmetto
Falls entertainment area. An alligator
tunnel, palm trees, lily tree, two water
cannons and a computer automated
fountain will provide hours of interactive fun with the safety of the littlest
visitors in mind.
New Water Park Provides Lots of Family Fun! • Toddlers to Seniors Enjoy Facility
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Palmetto Greens Miniature Golf
Next to Palmetto Falls Water Park
803-751-4218
Palmetto Greens Miniature
Golf opened in early spring of
2005. This new scaled down
18-hole golf facility is located
adjacent to the Solomon Center and Palmetto Falls Water
Park.
The facility provides hours
of fun for every age group. Although miniature golf has
been a favorite game for many decades, it has evolved
away from its early day predecessors of windmills and
obstacles into a sport.
Today’s miniature golf courses are “golf in miniature”
facilities featuring miniature replicas of regulation golf’s
“Famous Holes.” Expect undulations, contours, moguls,
water, sand and vegetation traps on Palmetto Greens.
WESTON LAKE
Leesburg Road
803-751-5253
Camping, hiking trails, mountain
bike trails, swimming and more.
Weston Lake is a wonderful recreational choice for any time of year.
On site you will find the following:
• Campgrounds with RV hook-ups
• Fully-equipped non-smoking cabins
• Hiking/biking trails
• Watercraft for rent
• Swimming beaches
• Fishing access
• Picnic shelters
• Community house
• Pavilion
• Playgrounds
Palmetto Greens offers the player many of the challenges
of real golf. Enjoy 18 holes of golf surrounded by a lush,
botanical garden setting with meandering streams and
waterfalls, beautiful fountain displays and realistic rock
sculpturing.
This facility provides a park-like setting for the whole
Family.
Heise Pond
Semmes Road
803-751-3484
Heise Pond is used for
group and individual
hunting trips, camps,
fishing and more.
Twin Lakes
Semmes Road
803-751-3484
Scenic Family-oriented park with:
• Picnic tables
• Playgrounds
• Walking trails
• Easy access to Palmetto Trail*
* Trail winds its way thru Post over bridges and
thru wetlands and connects with statewide Palmetto Trail that will eventually run across the state.
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512 Trolley Café
Corner of Marion Street & Semmes Road
Wildcat Skate Park
Behind the NCO Club
Park is designed for use by skateboarders, in-line skaters and BMX bikers. BMX bikes are only allowed on
Tuesdays and Thursdays. Hours of Operation: Dawn
until Dark. Skate At Your Own Risk. Safety equipment is
required: elbow pads, knee pads and helmets.
Code of Conduct:
• No foul language
• No graffiti or stickers
• No littering
• No tobacco or alcohol products permitted
• No spectators or non-participants inside the skate
area
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The 512 Trolley Café opens
early in the morning to serve
hot and cold espresso drinks,
as well as fruit smoothies, to
the Fort Jackson community. The 512 Trolley is open
Mondays-Fridays, 0700-1100 (0700 - 1700 on Family
Days) and is located next to Semmes Lake on the corner
of Marion Avenue and Semmes Road. The trolley was
made especially for Fort Jackson and is fully equipped
with restaurant quality appliances. Customers can expect
to find high-quality espresso based drinks much like they
would find in the big box and specialty coffee houses.
FMWR Services, Programs & More
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KNIGHT POOL
3296 Magruder Ave
803-751-4796
Knight Swimming Pool is a newly
renovated, heated, indoor, 50-meter,
7-lane Olympic size facility. Open
year-round with heated water for
chilly fall and winter days and warehouse style doors that open onto sun
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decks during warmer
weather.
Knight Pool also includes:
•Complete locker room
facilities with towel
service
•Trained lifeguards onduty
•Swimming lessons for
adults and children
•Easy access pool steps
•Handicap Lift, Swimming equipment – kickboards, pull buoys, hand
paddles, CPR/AED training + recertification
•New Saline System (saltwater)
•Separate areas for lap & open swim-
ming
•Water basketball and
water volleyball
•Water aerobics
•Lifeguard training
•Fitness area with exercise
equipment
•Available for private parties
LEGION POOL
2761 Semmes Road
803-751-4987
Is another outdoor pool that is open
to ID card holders and their guests
during the summer months.
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V i c t o ry B i n g o … W i nn i n g S tarts H e r e .
Victory Bingo
• Every Sunday we offer more
than $36,975 in prizes.
12-500 Huger Street
803-751-3411
At Victory Bingo we give away more
than 2.5 million dollars in prizes every
year. Played on Sundays, Tuesdays,
Thursdays, and Fridays, we have never
given away less than $7,000 at every
session.
• Every Tuesday and Thursday we
offer more than $25,000 in prizes.
• Every Friday we offer more than
$40,000 in prizes.
guaranteed pay-outs of $100,
$200, $500 and $1,000 on
weekdays. On the weekends, there are
$500 to $1,000 guaranteed payouts on
regular games!
Small fun games begin anytime we
have five players present. These lucky
early birds can win $20 to $50 just for
showing up early!
The $5,000 grand prize game card can
be purchased for just $2. If you get a
bingo within five numbers called, you
win the $5,000! If no one wins in 5
numbers, we keep playing for fabulous
consolation prizes.
Victory Bingo also offers $1,000,
$2,000 and up to $100,000 jackpot
games. You can’t win, if you don’t play!
Victory Bingo is open to all service
members, military and DoD retirees,
DoD civilians and their guests.
Call the bingo hotline at 751-3411 for more information. Will you be our next BIG winner?
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SPORTS & FITNESS
Sports/Fitness/Aquatics
Manager, 803-751-7146
Sports Coordinator, 803-751-3096
Fitness Program, 803-751-5768
Coleman Gym, 803-751-4758
Perez Fitness Center, 803-751-6258
Vanguard Gym, 803-751-4526
Sports enthusiast, we’ve got your
game! With the four-field softball
complex, Patton Stadium, Cole Park,
Semmes Road Tennis Courts and
Lee Road Soccer Complex - there are
games being played regularly.
Intramural programs at company
and battalion levels include:
• Basketball
• Co-ed volleyball
• Flag football
• Men’s and women’s co-ed baseball
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For the whole community,
post level sports include:
• Men’s and women’s basketball
• Men’s and women’s co-ed softball
• Men’s and women’s soccer
• Men’s and women’s crosscountry
In addition, the Sports Branch host
annual special events such as the
Army 10-Miler Teams, Strongman
Contest, power-lifting meets, Spring
Fling Tennis Tournament, Raquetball
and Bi-Triathalon Events.
R E A D A G R E A T B OO K L A T EL Y ?
For 24/7 homework and
research assistance, you’ll
have access to a large selection
of searchable electronic
databases filled with the most
current encyclopedias, e-books,
newspapers, scholarly journals,
magazines and more.
All members of the Fort
Jackson community, with valid
military identification cards,
may check out materials.
Students attending any of the
schools at Fort Jackson are
required to provide a copy of
Thomas Lee Hall
Library
4679 Lee Road
803-751-5589
With 29 computers available for
internet access, free Wi-Fi, scanning,
copy and printing services, the
Library is your one stop for all of your
information resources.
Thomas Lee Hall Library houses a
popular reading collection for patrons
of all ages and interests. You will also
find a wide selection of DVDs, audio
books and free access to thousands
of downloadable eAudio and eBooks
available through the online catalog
or AKO.
their orders in addition to their
valid military identification.
Drop in for a story time, join the
book club, and definitely don’t
miss out on the annual summer
reading program (with prizes)
going on at the LibraryFor
more information, please call
803-751-5589/4816 or visit us
online at www.fortjacksonmwr.
com/library.
the best choice for quick and reliable
taxi transportation services in the Midlands
• WELL MAINTAINED FLEET WITH OVER 100 CARS
• CLEAN & AIR CONDITIONED FOR RIDING COMFORT
• Get the pre-paid TaxiCard, perfect for students, seniors,
business travelers, and people on the go. The gift card
swipes in the taxi just like a credit card
MOBILE BOOKING
The app is available for Android and iPhone. You can
monitor the progress of your cab on your phone
• Check us out at checkeryellowcab.com to order a cab
online! Create a profile, save favorite locations, and order a
cab for any location!
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MARION STREET STATION
4522 Marion Avenue
803-751-3484
Marion Street Station is your onestop on Fort Jackson for outdoor
adventure. Marion Street Station features a variety of rental equipment
from camping to kayaking and more.
Classes and trips are also offered
year round. They range from high adventure, to leisure activities, to sight
seeing opportunities all around the
Carolinas.
In addition, Marion Street Station
covers all of your hunting and fishing needs too, from licenses and
post permits, to decoys and live bait.
The sign-out system for hunting and
fishing is conducted at the Big Game
Check Station at Heise Pond.
We provide rentals of:
• Tents • Bicycles
• Canoes & Kayaks • Canopies
• Camping gear • Backpacks
• Camper trailers • Fishing gear
• Cooking kits • Fishing boats
• Pontoon boats
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undergraduate degree completion programs. Classes are taught by academically qualified faculty who are practitioners
in their fields. The classes are the right size for learning and the perfect place for networking. Advisors will be available to talk
with you about your future at Webster University.
For a complete list of programs visit: webster.edu/columbia or webster.edu/ftjackson
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Army Community Service
5450 Strom Thurmond Blvd.
Room 120
803-751-5256 • 1-800-337-3445
Army Community Service offers a
comprehensive array of programs
and services dedicated to maintaining
the readiness of Soldiers, Families
and communities by fostering selfreliance, resilience, and stability.
It is the commander’s principal
Family readiness agency, providing
comprehensive, coordinated, and
responsive services that support
readiness of Soldiers, civilian
employees, and their Families during
peace and war.
Programs offered:
• Army Family Team Building
(classes)
• Employment Readiness (job
search assistance, employment
skills, and classes)
• Exceptional Family Member Pro-
gram (EFMP) (advocacy, direct assistance, respite care)
• Family Advocacy (victim advocacy
& prevention classes)
• Financial Readiness (emergency
financial assistance, counseling,
assistance with debt liquidation,
consumer advocacy, consumer &
financial classes)
• Mobilization & Deployment Readiness (classes, FRG support)
• Relocation Readiness (lending
closet, ESL classes/resources, Immigration assistance, welcome packets, relocation assistance/classes)
• Volunteer Corps (recruitment,
training, placement, and recognition
of volunteers)
• Information & Referral (key
source of integrated information)
• Outreach (education/prevention,
support networks)
• Soldier and Family Assistance
Center (services provided to Warriors in Transition)
• Survivor Outreach (advocate for
Survivors of Active Duty Fallen Soldiers, linking Family members to
on and off-post programs and organizations, assistance with financial
planning, advice, money management, education and advocacy)
Facebook: facebook.com/FTJACKSON.ACS.OUTREACH
Twitter: FtJacksonACS
Auto Craft Shop
5669 Lee Road
803-751–5755
This is a perfect place for do-it-yourself repairs on your vehicle! There
are 24 work-bays for common repairs from tune-ups to oil changes,
to body repairs and painting.
Special features include:
• Safe, clean work areas
• Excellent variety of tools
• Informative shop manuals
• Car wash facilities
• Knowledgeable staff ready to assist you if needed
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Is A T rad i t i o n
FORT JACKSON LODGING
The Fort Jackson Inn provides all guests services
including central reservation, registration, cashiering
and checkout. We are dedicated to serving Soldiers
and our community. The Welcome Center, 7550
Benning Ave., is open 24 hours to serve you.
RESERVATIONS: Active duty, Reservists, retirees, and
Family members, for reservations, room availability,
or to contact in-room guests and all other guest
services call 1-800-276-6984 or 1-803-782-9802.
UNOFFICIAL VISITORS: Due to mission dictated
priorities, limited reservations may be available.
Reservations may be made 10 days in advance. For
advance reservations on post, call 1-800-276-6984.
AMENITIES: All rooms have irons, ironing boards,
color televisions, cable, refrigerators, microwave
ovens, telephones with voice mail, free local calls
and free guest laundry rooms.
OFF-POST HOTEL: For an off-post hotel convenient
to Fort Jackson, please call Victory Travel at: 1-800221-3503, Monday through Friday from 08001700.
Please call the Fort Jackson Inn for assistance. For
reservations, to contact in-room guests, and all
other guest services, call 800-276-6984 or 803-7829802.
Whether your visit is for business or pleasure, our
staff stands ready to make your stay with us a
memorable one.
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LIG H T S ,
C A ME R A ,
Videorama
Bldg. 4159 Hill Street
803-790-4210 / 803-751-4162
Videorama captures priceless memories of the basic training experience
as well as other significant events for
Soldiers when requested. All videos
and DVDs produced are high quality, and show actual footage of each
Soldier’s unit. Our videographers
have followed Soldiers though nine
weeks of basic training and filmed
their challenging moments creating
a professionally-produced keepsake that will be treasured for years
to come. Videos/DVDs of the basic
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A C T IO N !
training graduation ceremony are
also available.
Videorama sales associates are
present at all Family briefings, graduation dinners, and graduation ceremonies. Videorama accepts cash,
personal checks, Mastercard/Visa
and American Express.
In addition to basic training productions, Videorama’s unique array of
services include:
• Taping your special event or ceremony
• Editing personally taped videos
• Duplicating tapes (non-copyrights
only) to DVD format
• Making commercials for your
business
Any size project can be mastered
by the professionals at Videorama
and prices are quoted for individual
jobs.
Call today for more details. E-mail orders to
[email protected]
Mail your orders to:
Videorama • Bldg 4159 Hill Street • Fort Jackson, SC 29207
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S Q UE A K Y
CLE A N !
SGT. SUDS CAR WASH
Strom Thurmond Boulevard
Americans love their cars.
Many people devote a lot of
time and energy into taking
care of their cars. For others,
it’s a chore that they put off as
long as possible, usually to the
point when it is either too embarrassing or too dangerous to drive. Now, it has become easier for everyone on
Fort Jackson to keep their vehicle squeaky clean.
Sgt. Suds Car Wash is located next to Burger King on
Strom Thurmond Boulevard.
The car wash is a self-service, 24-hours a day operation.
Customers can choose to use the coin operated bays
or an automatic drive through. Bays are taller than the
average car wash to accommodate buses and military
vehicles. Patrons may pay with cash or credit cards for
the drive through service. The self-service bays are coinoperated.
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v o l u nt e e rs m ak e
d i ff e r e n c e
a
VOLUNTEER
PROGRAM
that trains volunteer Family
members to teach other Family
members about Army life.
For those of you who are not
in the paid workforce, there
are countless opportunities
to become volunteers at
Fort Jackson:
• Extend your network of
professional acquaintances
• Develop creativity
• Explore new interests
• Perform a much-needed
service for someone in your
community
Installation
Volunteer
Opportunities
803-751-5444
Army Family Team
Building (AFTB)
4410 Early St
803-751-6315 /
751-5737
“Family Members Helping
Family Members”
The purpose of AFTB is to
standardize all Army personal
and Family preparedness
training programs. AFTB
is training for a way of life
that prepares everyone in
America’s Army to function
at one’s highest level, in any
situation and with minimal
outside support. This training
improves personal and Family
preparedness, which enhances
overall Army readiness.
AFTB is a volunteer program
American Red Cross –
volunteer opportunities at
Moncrief Army Community
Hospital or in the American
Red Cross Station
• Cub/Boy Scouts – help
boys ages 5-11 in Cub Scouts
or help boys ages 11-18 in
Boy Scout Program
• Girl Scouts – Help girls
ages 5-18 in a Girl Scout
Program
• Be a mentor one day a
week for 30 minutes for a
minimum of six weeks
• Mayors – volunteers that
reside in a housing area on
post that commit at least
10 hours per month to help
their housing community
• Thrift Shop – open Tuesday,
0930-1400, and Thursday,
0930-1730
• Youth Sports – coaches
and assistant coaches for all
sports
pr i vat e
s e c t o r
COMMERCIAL SPONSORSHIP
& ADVERTISING SALES
803-738-2487
Our mission is to support Family
and MWR events and programs by
obtaining private sector funding,
services or goods in exchange for
promotional opportunities within our
military community. Sponsorships
h e l p i n g
f i l l
n e e ds
seek to partner local businesses
with Family and MWR programs
that allow businesses marketing
dollars to achieve maximum
benefit for everyone. Family and
MWR sponsorship and advertising
revenues are used to support vital
Family and MWR programs on the
installation including childcare,
fitness, recreational opportunities,
concerts and more for Soldiers and
Families.
Sponsors can support individual
events, an entire yearly program
or simply provide products and
giveaways for attendees. They may
provide full underwriting or partial
financial support for one or more
Family and MWR programs.
annual special events
There are numerous special events held on Fort Jackson
each year, including concerts, dances, bike rides, outdoor
recreational events, golf tournaments and much, much
more. Many of these activities and events are held at
Family and MWR venues such as the Officers’ Club, NCO
Club, Magruders, Fort Jackson Golf Club, Century Lanes
Bowling Center and the Solomon Center. The listing below
is a sampling of events or activities that are always held
annually. Dates and times may vary - so it is always best
to watch The Leader (post newspaper), log onto the Fort
Jackson website, contact the Family and MWR Marketing
Division, or call the installation operator at (803) 7517511
• January - Martin Luther King Day
• February - Black History Month
• March - Women’s History Month
• April - Month of the Military Child and Child Abuse Prevention Month, Retiree Appreciation Day-Last Saturday
in April
• May – Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Volunteer
Week, Volunteer of the Year Ceremony Hall of Fame,
Armed Forces Day
• June – Army Birthday
• July – Torchlight Tattoo (normally July 4)
• August – Community Awareness Day
• September – Hispanic Awareness Month
• November – Army Family Week, Thanksgiving, Army
Families of the Year, Military Family Appreciation Month
• December – Block Leave, Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony
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The Greater Columbia Chamber of Commerce
...making Columbia the
“most military friendly
community in America”
To learn more about the
Friends of Our Forces &
Military Affairs Committee
visit
www.columbiachamber.com
FMWR Activity Program Directory
ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICES
803-751-5256
5450 Strom Thurmond Boulevard,
Room 120
ACS RELOCATION & OUTREACH
803-751-5256
5450 Strom Thurmond Boulevard,
Room 1011
AUTOCRAFT
803-751-5755
5669 Lee Road
CENTURY LANES BOWLING CENTER
803-751-6138
4464 Gregg Street
Strike Zone Eatery
803-751-4656
CHILD DEVELOPMENT HOMES
803-751-7169 / 803-751-7170
5955 A/B Parker Lane
CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER HOOD ST
803-751-1970 / 803-751-1972
4585 Hood Street
CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER SCALES
803-751-6221
4581 Scales Avenue
CHILD, YOUTH & SCHOOL SERVICES
803-751-4865
FAMILY & MWR MARKETING
803-751-6990
Joe E. Mann Bldg
FIRE HOUSE PRODUCTIONS
803751-4835
1444 Marion St
GOLF CLUB
Golf Pro Shop 787-4437
3652 Semmes Road
Administrative Office
803-787-4344
Bogey’s Snack Bar
803-751-6367
MARION STREET STATION
OUTDOOR RECREATION
803-751-4948
2169 Semmes Road
Twin Lakes & Heise Pond
Aachen Range
MAGRUDERS SPORTS PUB & CLUB
803-782-2218
3305 Daniel Circle
MIDDLE SCHOOL/TEEN PROGRAM
Youth Center
803-751-6387
5975 Chesnut Road
School Age Services
803-751-1136 / 803-751-6387
Youth Sports/Fitness
803-751-5040
NCO CLUB
803-782-2218
5700 Lee Road
OFFICERS’ CLUB
803-782-8761
3630 Semmes Road
PALMETTO FALLS WATERPARK
803-751-3381
PALMETTO GREENS MINI GOLF
803-751-4218
PEREZ FITNESS CENTER
803-751-6258 / 803-751-3096
4149 Sumter Street
POOLS
Knight Indoor Pool
803-751-4796
Legion Outdoor Pool
803-751-4987
2761 Semmes Road
RECYCLING CENTER
803-751-4208
5671 Lee Road
SOLOMON CENTER
803-751-4056/ 803-751-4058
Frame Shop
803-751-4018
SPORTS OFFICE ADMINISTRATION
803-751-6947
THOMAS LEE HALL LIBRARY
803-751-5589
4679 Lee Road
VICTORY BINGO
12-500 Huger Street
803-751-3411 (for more info)
VICTORY TRAVEL CENTER
803-751-5812
VIDEORAMA
803-790-4210 / 803-751-4162
4159 Hill Street
Mon-Wed 0900-1500
WESTON LAKE
803-751-LAKE (5253)
Leesburg Road
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Currently, there are over 100,000 active, retired, guard and reservist military men and
women in the Columbia area. With these overwhelming numbers in mind, a few years ago
the Greater Columbia Chamber of Commerce and Columbia Metropolitan Convention &
Visitors Bureau initiated a project to give the business community a way to display support
for these local military men and women. The program was named Friends of our Forces.
Businesses participate by agreeing to offer a discount of their choice to customers with valid military identification.
Since Friends of our Forces came to be, over 80 businesses have gotten involved and pledged to support our military
men and women. If you or your business would like to become a part of this program, please call Susan McPherson at
803-733-1148.
Mention of any advertiser in this publication is not an endorsement by the US government, fort Jackson or MWR.
Any Lab Test Now
9003 Two Notch Road
803-414-3379
25% off any lab test over $49.00
Bluebird Property Management
1817 Pickens Street
803-661-6782
Waive application fee of $50
BMW of Columbia
5919 Two Notch Road
803-404-5400
$500 off your best deal or 10% off
parts & service
Bojangles
5260 Forest Dr
4301 Fort Jackson Blvd
937 Bluff Rd
91 Clemson Rd
10% off total purchase
Bouncerific
921B Longtown Road
803-513-7878
$1 off admission. $3 frequent bouncer
card. $20 off annual membership.
Buffalo Wild Wings
4500 Devine Street
10056 Two Notch Road
5570 Sunset Boulevard
Any active or retired military w/ID
receives 25% off on Mondays.
Candlewood Suites
921 Atlas Road
803-727-1299
Special rates on all suites.
Chesnut Cottage Bed & Breakfast
1718 Hampton St
803-256-1718
Chic Styles & Trends Hair Boutique
2229 Decker Blvd, Ste E
803-788-0260
5% off any haircare purchase
Columbia Place Mall
7201 Two Notch Rd
803-788-4678
Several discounts. Contact Customer Service.
Comfort Inn
911 Bush River Road
803-798-5101
10% off from best available rates (BAR)
Comfort Suites Hotel (Two Notch)
153 Daulton Drive
803-678-4266
$79.99 military rate
Courtyard Downtown at USC
630 assembly street
803-799-7800
50% off best available rate
Courtyard Northeast Columbia
111 Gateway Corp Blvd
803-476-0199
Per diem rate on hotel rooms
Days Inn
133 Plumbers Road
803-714-7200
10% discount off rack rate
Good For The Sole
631 Harden St, Ste D
803-254-9488
10% off regular-priced merchandise
Goodyear/Gemini Auto Svc
1400-02 Gervais Street
141 Harbison Blvd
102 Old Cherokee Road
706 12th Street
4650 Forest Drive
4520 St. Andrews Road
4327 Fort Jackson Blvd
2105 Clemson Road
10% off any service
Hampton Greene Apartments
500 Gills Creek Pkwy
803-783-3265
50% off move in fees
Hertz Rental Cars
100 Warner Dr
803-786-2900
Discount varies based on availability
Hooter’s On Two Notch
7711 Two Notch Road
803-419-3456
15% off Non-alcohol
VA LOANS
100% VA
Purchase!
Dr. Books / Five Points Books
718 Santee Ave
803-799-7182
Extra Space Storage
2500 Decker Blvd.
803-788-0723
First month free and 5% discount after.
Fairfield Inn Columbia NW-Harbison
320 Columbiana Drive
803-732-4436
Special rates.
Firestone Tire & Service Center
7204 Parklane Rd
803-788-1810
10% off regular price
Glass Manor Motel
5810 North Main Street
803-754-1914
5-10% off total
• Close in 15 Days!
• Minimum 600 FICO credit score
• No Monthly Mortgage Insurance
Call Heather Livingston
NMLS# 204763
“The VA Specialist”
803-360-5934
www.guildmortgage.com/officers/heatherlivingston
[email protected]
3790 Fernandina Road, #301
Columbia, SC 29210
Terms and conditions apply. All loans are subject to under-writer approval.
Company NMLS#3274
Turn times are estimates and cannot be guaranteed. A variety of issues or unforeseen circumstances
beyond our control may extend turn times.
Equal Housing Opportunity Slogan:
Equal Opportunity Lender
The Holiday Inn
8105 Two Notch Road
803-736-5600
$85.00 (plus tax) a night
New York High Style
6908 Two Notch Rd
803-462-0203
Pods of Columbia
2118 Commerce Drive
803-422-5064
up to 10% off for rental & delivery.
Jersey Mike’s Subs
4717 Devine Street
803-787-0945
Tuesdays: Retired Military get 20% off;
Wednesdays: Active Military get 20% off
Pampered Plants Florists
8816 Two Notch Rd
803-788-0318
Quality Inn
8104 Two Notch Rd
803-736-0822
60/30 plus tax
Jani-King of Columbia
5000 Thurmond Mall, Suite 110
803-748-8611
5% discount on purchase of a franchise,
Jiffy Lube
4414 Devine St
803-782-9999
Original Pancake House
4840 Forest Drive
803-782-6742
The Pest Bureau
9367 Two Notch Road
803-788-2847
free general pest control service
Limestone College
400 Arbor Lake Drive Suite 800
803-691-3016
50% regular tuition rate
Mel’s Shoe Repair Service
1523 Taylor Street
803-799-9475
Midas Muffler
2701 Millwood Ave
803-254-5068
10% off labor
Midland’s Pressure Washing
117 Wigmore Lane
803-665-1386
25% off pressure washing
Monterrey Mexican Restaurant
7260 Parklane Rd
803-699-6248
15% off (no discount on alcohol)
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Prudential Midlands Real Estate
7011 Garners Ferry Road
803-409-0830
$500 Lowes Gift Certificate at Closing
Residence Inn- Northeast Columbia
2320 Legrand Rd
803-476-0199
Per diem rate on hotel rooms
SCORE
1835 Assembly Street #1425
803-765-5131
free small business consulting
Springhill Suites Columbia
511 Lady Street
803-978-2340
Special rates.
Sub Station II
6420 Garners Ferry, Ste F
803-783-0337
Smart Phone Medic
902 Harden Street
803-354-3275
10% off any repair service
Storesmart Self Storage
2330 Legrand Road
803-865-6650
25% discount offered on any size unit
Total Images By Carleen
4558 Storkland Avenue
803-782-1191
Signs By Tomorrow
7364 Two Notch Road
803-462-0433
South University
9 Science Court
803-935-4393
Special rates. Call for appointment.
Stockade Storage
512 Percival Road
803-743-9441
10% off total
Strictly Running
736 Harden Street
803-799-4786
Time Warner Telecom
1401 Main Street, Ste 102
803-753-5050
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Towne Place Suites by Marriott
250 East Exchange Blvd
803-695-0062
Per diem rate of $85. complimentary
deluxe breakfast
Upper Cervical Health Centers
140 Wildewood Park Drive, 4A
803-736-3700
Complimentary consultation & complete
upper cervical brainstem evaluation
Watkins Imports
2735 Commerce Drive
803-256-4331
10% off all services
Zesto on Decker
2300 Decker Blvd
3239 Forest Drive
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Comfort Inn & Suites
Ft. Jackson Main Gate
7337 Garners Ferry Rd
Columbia, SC 29209
803-695-5555
The Columbia, SC Comfort Inn & Suites® Ft. Jackson Maingate hotel is a mile from Fort Jackson Army Base. Shop at nearby Richland
Fashion Mall and Dutch Square Center. Golf is within a mile. Several restaurants, cocktail lounges, nightlife and specialty shops are at
Five Points and The Congaree Vista. Numerous restaurants are within walking distance.
Our pet-friendly hotel provides amenities like:
• Free high-speed Internet access
• Free weekday newspaper
• Free local calls
• Exercise room
• Indoor heated pool
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Near:
• Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
• University of South Carolina
• South Carolina State Museum
• Columbiana Centre
• Williams-Brice Stadium

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