Columbia, South Carolina – The Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement is getting ready to host a casual, family-friendly event with District 1 Councilwoman Tina N. Herbert for residents. The event, which will take place on Friday, December 5, 2025, is meant to be a friendly place for neighbors to relax, interact, and have a good time together.
The event will be held at Lorick Park, located at 1600 Lorick Avenue in Columbia. The park’s community space will be open to people of all ages from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. There will be a variety of activities that will appeal to people of all ages. There will be a variety of board games, card games, and video games set up all throughout the place, which will encourage friendly competition and make it simple for people to talk to each other.
According to the organizers, the night is a chance for people in the district to get to know each other better and for families and individuals to spend time together for free. Residents can move from one game station to another while enjoying light snacks to keep the evening fun and comfortable.
Councilwoman Herbert’s involvement is part of a larger push to get more people involved in District 1. She is working with the Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement to attract attention to community-focused projects that get people together in public places and encourage good relationships amongst neighbors.
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With no formal program and no required sign-ups, the event is meant to feel open and inviting. Residents are welcome to come by when they can, stay as long as they want, and enjoy a relaxed Friday night that is all about community, play, and being together.
