42nd Annual Turkey Trot - Great Success

The Shandon Neighborhood Council was excited to sponsor the Shandon Turkey Trot and Burn 5K on November 25, 2022. Despite the close call of rainy weather, the race was successful and attracted over 450 runners and walkers ready to burn off those Thanksgiving Day calories. The race, which was managed by GRIT Endurance, LLC, featured a new course and new distance, as well as lots of fun additions. Proceeds from the race will benefit the Shandon Neighborhood Association, a 501(c)(3) non-profit, which will use the funds to provide improvements in the historical neighborhood. The course, which was certified by USA Track & Field, showcased the beautiful Shandon Neighborhood. The start/finish and awards ceremony took place next to Craft and Draft.

Participants were encouraged to dress in their best and most creative Thanksgiving Turkey Burn attire, and prizes were awarded for the top most creative outfits.

This delightful event is expected to be repeated next year. Whether you're a runner, walker, or cheering neighbor, please join us for this signature Shandon event on Black Friday in 2023!

39th Annual Turkey Trot on Nov. 29, 2019 - was a big Success

Shandon Neighborhood Association was excited to sponsor our NEW and IMPROVED Shandon Turkey Trot and Burn 5K. And, wow!, did it turn out well

Taking place for the first time on Black Friday, November 29th at 10am the Race drew 385 runners and walkers ready to BURN off those Thanksgiving Day Calories.  It was a new course, new distance and lots of fun additions to our already great race!  This new race was managed by GRIT Endurance, LLC, with proceeds benefitting The Shandon Neighborhood Association, a 501(c)(3) non-profit, who will use the race proceeds to provide improvements in our historical neighborhood.  The course design helps to showcase our beautiful Shandon Neighborhood with this USA Track & Field certified course.  The Start/Finish and awards held next to Craft and Draft. Top winners this year: Jack Stacy @ 17:51.3; Liz Wright @ 18:13.7; Drew Williams @ 18:20.1.

Participants were encouraged to dress in their best and most creative Thanksgiving Turkey Burn Attire.  Prizes were awarded for the top most creative outfits.

We expect to repeat this delightful event next year. So, whether runner, walker or cheering neighbor please join us for this signature Shandon event on Black Friday 2020!

Homes for the Holidays 2019 Tour featured 6 lovely homes

The 2019 annual Shandon/Hollywood-Rose Hill Homes for the Holidays Tour was held on Sunday, December 8th. Attendance was excellent, even better than last year's Tour. 

The Tour sponsored 6 delightful and creatively decorated homes within our two neighborhoods. There was the added feature of a guided tour honoring the centenial year of Rosehill Presbyterian Church.  Proceeds benefit our four local area schools: Dreher High School, Hand Middle School, Rosewood Elementary School and A.C. Moore Elementary School; as well as Shandon and Hollywood-Rose Hill neighborhood projects. 

This annual event is already being organized for next year's 2020 Tour. If you enjoy getting the inside scoop on beautiful homes and artistic decorating then please join us next year on Sunday Dec. 6. And if you would like to offer your own home for the 4 hour event, please email us at [email protected]

Underground Utilities Information

The City of Columbia Tree and Appearance Commission has passed a proposal that the City set aside money from the franchise fee with SCE&G for the sole purpose of putting utilities in Columbia underground.  The Commission is looking for groups/individuals around Columbia to support the proposal.

Jack McKenzie, with the Commission, has provided the information and links below.  On behalf of the Commission, he is eager to obtain any and all feedback whether you would like further information, would like to support the proposal or have suggestions/criticisms.  You can contact Mr. McKenzie at 252-0500.

Below is SCE&G’s page on undergrounding.  Mr. McKenzie said to make sure and read the last paragraph which shows there is already a system set up, the City just needs to participate.

http://www.sceg.com/NR/rdonlyres/465E6534-2FFB-4069-BF84-81465AEEF887/0/%20Undergroundvs.pdf  

Below is the franchise agreement between the City and SCE&G.  Mr. McKenzie states the relevant sections are Section 4 and Section 11.  It is his understanding that Non-Standard Service and Franchise Fee are interchangeable.

http://www.columbiasc.net/depts/city_council/downloads/02_05_2013_Agenda_Items/Ordinance_2013_017%20reduce%20SCEG%20franchise%20fee%20to%203.pdf

Below is the City of Greenville residential line program.  Mr. McKenzie states this same money is being used now for major roadways.

http://www.greenvillesc.gov/weatherthestorm/

Below is an article on the major undergrounding project going on right now in Hilton Head.

http://www.scenic.org/issues/undergrounding-utility-wires/hilton-head-island-puts-power-lines-underground

32nd Annual Shandon Turkey Trot

The 32nd Annual Shandon Turkey Trot was a success! The neighborhood road race and walk took place on Saturday, November 23, 2013. This year we had close to 200 runners and walkers. The celebrity race starter was County Councilman Seth Rose.  Make sure and get a shirt, only $10/shirt, before they all run out by contacting Ashley Gwin at [email protected].  Also, we will have turkey displays on sale again next year starting around October.  

Many thanks to our Turkey Trot Committee; Charles Appleby, Ashley Gwin, Ron Burns, Caroline Clarkson, Ryan Causey and all our volunteers and gracious sponsors! 

Platinum Sponsors

1x1 Design, Inc.

Anytime Fitness –Devine Street

Communication Management

Devine Street Association

Dr. Kris O'Neill, DMD

Earth Fare

El Burrito

Henry’s Bar & Grill

Home Advantage Realty, LLC

Mary Lane Sloan, Prudential Midlands Real Estate

No Cry Babies Design

Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union

Riley Pope & Laney, LLC

Gold Sponsors

Gudmundson & Buyck Jewelers, Inc.

Rosewood Market & Deli

Starbucks – Five Points