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2018 Florence, SC Meeting Planner Guide Meeting Planner Guide 2018 Published annually by Florence Convention & Visitors Bureau 3290 W. Radio Drive - Florence, SC 29501 800-325-9005 - www.visitflo.com Holly Young Beaumier, Executive Director

All information in this publication is correct as of June 2018. Contents

Welcome to Florence, page 1 Florence Center, page 12 Unique Meeting Facilities, page 19 Restaurants with Meeting Space, page 38 Rental Information, 43 Accommodations, page 48 Dining Guide, page 52 Parks & Recreation, page 62 Meet Florence Conveniently located at the intersection of interstates 95 the Florence Center brings in the hottest shows, such as and 20, Florence is the perfect gathering place for your Willie Nelson and Tyler Perry. While you’re in Florence, next convention. With nearly 5,000 quality hotel rooms plan to spend a day in the sand at Myrtle Beach, just an and seating for 10,000 at the Florence Center, your next hour away, or check out the excitement at the famous convention will be a hit! Darlington Raceway, just a few minutes away.

Florence offers a wide range of dining, including several This thriving area still retains her Southern charm national franchises, and spectacular local cuisine. There’s and heritage. Nestled near the Pee Dee River and always something going on at Francis Marion University, surrounded by scenic farmland vistas, Florence also offers whether it’s an art exhibition or a film screening, and a wonderful array of outdoor recreational activities, the Florence Little Theatre is a premier theater with a including great golf, river expeditions and an abundance full schedule of shows. Live bands entertain nightly, and of beautiful parks. Welcome to Florence

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

The Columns Plantation

Florence Veterans Park Skirmish at Gamble’s Hotel at The Columns

Darlington Car Hauler Parade at Florence Center

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 1 Florence then Florence was originally established as a railroad hub in the mid-1800s, first because of the Great Pee Dee River, then because it was the intersection of three major rail lines.

During the Revolutionary War, General Francis Marion - known as the “Swamp Fox” - commanded a force of mostly volunteer citizens, called militia, who fought in the eastern part of South Carolina. He was known for his surprise attacks near rivers such as the Great Pee Dee - attacks that made it difficult for the British to move men and supplies. Today, there are many landmarks in the Pee Dee that pay respect to General Marion, including Florence’s Francis Marion University.

Additional historic sites in Florence include the Florence National Cemetery, established in 1865. The first woman to be buried in a National Cemetery, Florena Henry Timrod Schoolhouse Budwin, was interred here.

Florence now The Florence County Museum houses a changing art gallery and Pee Dee history gallery. There is also a permanent collection featuring artwork by Florence native William H. Johnson.

Francis Marion University is named in honor of South Carolina’s Revolutionary War hero, General Francis “Swamp Fox” Marion. The beautiful campus features a nature trail, planetarium/observatory, and two preserved hewn-timber cabins.

Lynches River County Park features a river swamp with towering cypress trees as well as sand hills offering a wide variety of vegetation. Popular activities include river fishing, canoeing, nature trails, and picnicking. There is also a splash pad for the kids open during summer, and an Environmental Discovery Downtown Florence Center.

The Florence Veterans Park pays homage to those who are serving or have served in our armed services with a “Wall of Honor” and several monuments for the wars of the 20th century.

Fresh fruits and vegetables are available year-round at the Pee Dee State Farmers Market. Equally enticing is Young Plantations, where you can sample delicious pecans and purchase gifts for your friends back home or a treat for yourself.

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 2 Downtown Florence

The resurgence of Downtown There are also dairy products, meats, Florence continues unabated, with cheeses, eggs, organic and local new gathering spots opening up and vegetables and fruits, fresh pastas and entrepreneurs jumping on the progress sauces, baked goods, honey, wood bandwagon. and paper crafts, body products, etc.

The South Carolina Pecan Festival held Hotel Florence is another big draw in early November downtown is now featuring high-end rooms, including a a major event for South Carolina. The penthouse suite with two bedrooms 2017 festival, hosted by the Florence and a rooftop patio overlooking the Downtown Development Corporation James Allen Plaza where free music and the City of Florence, drew more concerts are held. Another hotel, than 50,000 people. The festival the Hyatt Place, is expected to open includes live entertainment, over downtown in 2018. 250 food & craft vendors, a free kids zone, amusement rides, a car show Complementing Hotel Florence is competition, cook-off competition, Victors, a top vote getter for “best in three footraces, a bike race, and the region” in fine dining. People rave much more! about Southern style delicacies such as she-crab and shrimp bisque with The same organizations host Florence aged sherry. Executive Chef Cooper After 5 the last Friday of each month Also on Saturdays year-round is the Thomas, a 2015 South Carolina Chef from April to October. The popular City Center Farmers’ Market at 369 W. Ambassador, offers a popular variety event on S. Dargan Street features Cheves St. from 9am to 1pm. of salads, soups, steak, fresh seafood live music and provides a fantastic Featuring Carolina grown and made and much more. And don’t forget, opportunity to check out merchants products, customers are offered Victors offers more than 200 wines and downtown. breakfasts and lunches cooked on-site. premium beers!

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 3 The bustling concentration of The transportation also services the arts, downtown restaurants also features which are a big part of downtown’s made-to order sushi at Thai House 2, success thanks to high-caliber where you can also enjoy dishes such performances at the Francis Marion as teriyaki duck and volcano fish, and University Performing Arts Center (FMU Southern barbecue at Wholly Smokin PAC) and Florence Little Theatre, while Downtown, which offers smoked meats the Florence County Museum reflects (the ribs are to die for!) and classic the Pee Dee region’s diverse artistic, sides, plus beer, wine & cocktails. cultural and historic heritage.

Adjacent is also the William H. Johnson Renaissance Courtyard, named for a renowned local painter from the Harlem Renaissance. Adjoining restaurants host live entertainment there.

The Florence Little Theatre offers an Also on Evans, the Southern-inspired energetic season of professional menu for the Town Hall restaurant level plays and Broadway musicals changes with the seasons with a performed by a local theater group. selection of starters and entrees including locally raised meat, pork and FMU PAC hosts nationally touring seafood prepared on an open wood- Broadway performances, variety fire grille (some ingredients come from shows, and concerts such as Graham a nearby family farm). Nash, while the Florence Symphony plays classical music and also a pops Town Hall also offers an extensive list of series that has featured such vocalists American spirits, local beer, fine wines as Art Garfunkel and the Indigo Girls. and cocktails.

In fact, sitting atop Town Hall is The Dispensary, which features an incredible 3,500 square feet of rooftop and a drink menu consisting of cocktails along with exquisite wines Not everything is centered near and beers from local breweries. Dargan Street, as Soule Café nails a relaxed, kickback atmosphere while A stone’s throw away on Dargan Street offering coffee, specialty drinks, music, is Local Motive Brewing. A comfortable arts and light food; King Jefe wows atmosphere complements a tasty, the taste buds as an eclectic taqueria simple menu, but the real draw is their (try the house-made guacamole 12 unique brews on tap. Their brewing and a signature cocktail!); and system allows them to brew smaller, Top Hat Special-Teas offers lunch more specific batches with a variety of and afternoon teas daily as well as styles. baby showers, bridal luncheons and wedding receptions. The Florence Museum offers a wide Nearby is Dolce Vita Café and More, a range of exhibitions, lectures and wine and chocolate tasting room with Providing transportation to and from family friendly fare, including local coffee and snacks. Locals and tourists downtown for free is the trolley service history such as Native American, take in delicious chocolates from Downtown Connect. Guests staying Colonial and Civil War period artifacts, Belgian-trained master chocolatiers, in hotels near Hospitality Blvd. can artifacts related to FBI agent and cakes-in-jars made by Sweetleigh’s take advantage of the transportation Florence County native Melvin Purvis, Cakes and Treats, and other desserts. service. The trolley service runs every 30 and fragments of an atomic bomb Prepaid cards allow customers to minutes from 5:30 to 10:30pm Tuesday accidentally dropped on the Mars Bluff sample or gulp down white and red through Thursday, and 5:30 to 11:30pm community in 1958, to name a small wines on tap. Friday and Saturday. sample.

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 4 What’s going on here?

January October Annual Martin Luther King, Fall Plant & Flower Show Jr. Celebration Independence Games Gun & Knife Show Merry Marketplace Kids Jamboree Oktoberfest Monster Truck Winter Pig Pickin’ Festival, Nationals Kingstree February South Carolina Jazz American Heritage Festival Festival, Cheraw March South Carolina Sweet May Potato Festival, Darlington Pee Dee Outdoor Classic Florence Greek Festival November Pee Dee Spring Carnival Outdoor Discovery Day Catfish Festival, Society Hill Skirmish at Gamble’s Hotel Red Wolves Baseball Jingle Bell Market (through August) Pee Dee Fiction & Poetry River Jamboree, Coward Festival Strawberry Festival, McBee South Carolina Pecan June Festival SC Ag + Art Tour December July Festival of Trees, Cheraw Holiday Parades Peach Festival, McBee Sankofa Festival Watermelon Festival, Pageland August Pee Dee Regional Arts April Competition ArtFields September Arts International Festival Darlington Car Hauler Egg Scramble Jamboree, Parade Lamar Golden Leaf Festival, Florence Symphony Mullins Orchestra’s Taste of the Greater Pee Dee State Fair Symphony McLeod Health SHE Pee Dee Spring Plant & Saturday Flower Show NASCAR Southern 500, South Carolina BBQ - Shag Darlington Raceway For more events, please Festival, Hemingway visit www.visitflo.com. SC Bridal Showcase South Carolina Tobacco Festival, Lake City

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 5 Florence’s Visitor Center

The Florence Convention & Visitors Bureau is a great place to learn about Florence, as well as the Pee Dee region of South Carolina. At the Florence CVB, you’ll find a handy visitor guide to help plan an eventful day in the area and dine on local specialties and favorites. If you’re needing help finding your way around the city, Florence CVB offers directional maps to get you where you need to be. And while you’re there, don’t forget to pick up a free postcard!

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 6 Weather

The weather in Florence is considered temperate. Average temperatures are in the 40s Average Temperatures in winter and the 80s in summer. The warmest High (F) Low (F) month of the year is July, and the coldest month is January. The annual average precipitation in January 56 35 Florence is at 44.76 inches, and rainfall is fairly February 59 37 evenly distributed throughout the year. The March 68 44 wettest month of the year is August with an average of 5.33 inches of rainfall. April 76 51 The most beautiful time of the year is spring when May 83 60 the camellias and azaleas are in full bloom. June 88 67 Florence’s recreation and natural gardens can July 91 71 be enjoyed year-round, but if you take a trip to Timrod Park or Lucas Park, for example, during August 90 70 the spring months you’ll see hundreds of azaleas September 84 64 in various shades of pink, purple and white. October 76 53 To complement the plentiful array of flowers are November 67 44 the many huge pines, live oaks, and magnolias that are commonly draped with Spanish moss. December 58 37

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 7 Getting Here: Florence Regional Airport

The Florence Regional Airport has provided continuous service to the public for over 75 years. Florence Regional offers daily flights by American Airlines, and is heavily used for general aviation. Florence Regional Airport serves the Charlotte- Douglas International Airport. Flights to Charlotte, North Carolina, take 30 minutes.

To make American Airlines reservations, please call 800-428-4322 or visit www.americanairlines.com.

Please visit the Florence Regional Airport online at www.flyflo.us.

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 8 Getting Here: Greyhound

The Greyhound Station in Florence is located at 611 S. Irby St. For station hours or ticket information, please call 843-662-8407.

Getting Here: Amtrak

The Amtrak Station in Florence was constructed in 1996 by CSX, and is served by Amtrak’s Palmetto and Silver Meteor routes. The Palmetto is a 829-mile passenger train route which runs from New York, NY to Savannah, GA, and the Silver Meteor is a 1389-mile passenger train route running from New York to Miami. The Amtrak station is located at 807 Day St., Florence. For general information regarding ticketing, please call 843-665- 7650. For accessibility information, please call 800-USA-RAIL.

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 9 Getting around Florence

Car Rental Services Avis - 800-331-1212 Florence Regional Airport Budget - 800-527-7000 Florence Regional Airport Enterprise - 843-13-5039 900 S. Irby St. Enterprise/National-Alamo - 800-736-8222 Florence Regional Airport Enterprise - 843-669-6309 2639 W. Palmetto St. Hertz - 800-654-3131 Florence Regional Airport U-Save Auto Rental - 843-679-0857 1403 S. Irby St. Taxi Services AA Taxi - 843-676-9910 Ace Taxi - 843-665-0028 Best Way Taxi - 843-661-7222 Carolina Taxi - 843-665-7801 Rainbow Express Courier & Shuttle Service - 843-665-2832 Roll Tide Courier & Shuttle - 843-992-0101 State Taxi - 843-661-6323 Additional Auto Rental Services Air Charter Limousines & Trucks - 843-665-2227 Lowcountry Coaches LLC - 843-413-6363 U-Haul - 843-664-2091

Uber and Lyft are now serving the Florence area! Need a lift? Download the apps today!

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 10 Getting around Florence: PDRTA The Pee Dee Regional Transportation Authority (PDRTA) safe for the driver to pull over along the designated was formed in 1974 as the first regional transit authority route. Stops include Hotel Florence, the Florence County in the state. PDRTA serves the Pee Dee region of South Museum, the FMU Performing Arts Center and Florence Carolina, which includes Chesterfield, Darlington, Dillon, Little Theatre. Florence, Marion, and Marlboro counties. If you’re staying at one of the hotels near Florence PDRTA operates a fixed route bus service in Florence that Center, you can get a free ride to Downtown Florence is a convenient and affordable way for an individual or using PDRTA’s Downtown Connect service. For more group to get around the city. information about this service, please visit fb.com/ downtownfloconnect. With PDRTA, you can plan a shopping and dining trip to Magnolia Mall or make a necessary medical Most PDRTA buses are equipped with bicycle racks. appointment at one of our regional medical centers. Additionally, all PDRTA vehicles are ADA compliant and PDRTA can get you to Drs. Bruce & Lee Foundation are equipped with lifts and wheelchair securement Library, Florence Center, or Francis Marion University. areas. Recently, PDRTA developed a new Downtown Shuttle For more information about PDRTA, please call that operates at no cost to riders. The free public shuttle 843-665-2227. For a complete list of PDRTA routes and stops to pick up or drop off passengers wherever it is fares, please visit www.pdrta.org.

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 11 The Florence Center

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 12 Meet the Florence Center at the CENTER of what’s happening

Meet. Plan. Experience.

Whether it’s a business luncheon, a wedding to adaptable facility offers meeting spaces for 10 to 10,000 remember or the performance of a lifetime, the Florence attendees and anywhere in between. In-House services Center is where it’s happening. Our unique combination include: SAVOR…Food & Beverage Services, an In- of quality amenities, professional planning and world House Marketing Team, 2,250 On-Site Complimentary class catering by Savor can turn events of all sizes into Parking, Fiber Optic Cabling, High Speed Wi-Fi, and more. experiences to remember. Whether you are planning an event or attending one, professional event managers and meeting planners are The newly renovated Florence Center now offers 9 on-site and ready to assist. professional meeting rooms, a Jr. Ballroom, Grand Ballroom, state-of-the-art-kitchen and a fresh new look The Florence Center 10,000-seat arena hosts a wide to accompany the 10,000-seat arena. The venue was variety of concerts and live entertainment shows each already the largest convention, meeting and exhibition year. Entertainers ranging from the likes of Reba McEntire, facility in northeast South Carolina and now offers over Willie Nelson, and Toby Keith, to Mary J Blige, Casting 75,000 sq. ft. of flexible space for social, business, and Crowns and George Lopez have performed here, as community events. The SMG-managed venue sits in well as shows like Disney on Ice, Monster Jam, rodeos, the heart of the hospitality district at the intersection of festivals and Cirque du Soleil. Management has recently I-95 and I-20 in Florence, South Carolina and is centrally announced several new annual events which are set to located as the midway marker between NY to Miami. debut in 2018-2019. These events include the Greater Pee This Southern hotspot offers over 1,700 adjacent hotel Dee State Fair, SC Bridal Showcase, Jingle Bell Christmas rooms, an abundance of neighboring chain restaurants Market, Pee Dee Outdoor Classic, and a reinvention of and local cuisine, and sits next to the region’s premier the Kids Jamboree Festival, among other exciting events shopping plazas. The Florence Center is the perfect to be announced soon. Learn more about the venue destination for any and every size gathering. The and see the full event lineup at florencecenter.com.

3300 W Radio Drive, Florence Administration: 843-679-9417 Tickets: 843-679-4525 www.florencecenter.com www.fb.com/FlorenceCenterSC

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 13 • Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 14 Affordable Meeting planners find the affordability of the Florence Center very attractive. Experienced, professional planners are on staff to guide you through every decision from menu planning, meeting scheduling and room choices to floor plan set ups, extra activities and area tours. The Center handles all catering responsibilities through Savor Catering by SMG. With an in-house food service department, menus are creative, and their hospitality veterans are experts you can trust to help you design a beautiful meeting with a perfect budget.

Adaptable The beauty of the Florence Center lies in its adaptability as a facility. The creative design of the Center accommodates meetings of all sizes and requirements. All exhibition and convention space flows together under one roof. The 30,000- square-foot Arena (10,000 seats) is adjoined by the well-appointed Pee Dee, Waccamaw and Santee Rooms that together offer up to 20,000 square feet or can be sectioned to be used individually. These rooms adjoin the 15,000-square-foot Francis Marion Exhibit Hall, which accommodates up to 1,000 people for banquets, 1,400 for meeting set ups and up to 84 8’ x 10’ booths. Newly added rooms offer high speed internet service. The Center provides nearly 75,000 square feet of multipurpose meeting space.

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 15 Hospitality District, Exit 160

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No Name Creek Trail

12 Knights 1 Trek Loop 13 2 3 7 9 14 10 4 5 McLeod Crossings 6 - 15/16” Trail

Visitors Center Rail Trail Veterans Florence Center Park 15 6 Veterans Park Trail

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Hotels Restaurants 5 Courtyard by Marriott 6 1720 Burger Bar 5 Golden Corral 13 Red Bone Alley 1 Days Inn 9 Arby’s 14 Golden Crown 7 Red Bowl Asian Bistro 5 Fairfield Inn 2 Bruster’s Ice Cream 13 Hardee’s 5 Red Lobster 5 Hampton Inn & Suites 3 Buffalo Wild Wings 12 Heavenly Ham 2 Ruby Tuesday 5 Hilton Garden Inn 2,12 Burger King 5 Hibachi Grill 6 San Jose’s 6 Holiday Inn Express 14 Checkers 10 Highway 55 13 Schlotzsky’s Deli 6 Home2 Suites 3 Chick-Fil-A 3 IHOP 13 Shane’s Rib Shack 6 Homewood Suites 4 Chili’s 6 La Bamba Mexican 15 Sonic Drive-In 1 Quality Inn 3 Chipotle 4 Longhorn Steakhouse 13 Starbucks 5 Red Roof Inn 3 Chuck E. Cheese 14 McAlister’s Deli 14 Starfire Grill 5 Residence Inn 13 Cici’s Pizza 2 Mellow Mushroom 7 sweetFrog 5 Springhill Suites 13 Cold Stone Creamery 13 Moe’s Southwest Grill 5 Taco Bell 6 Staybridge Suites 14 Don Jose’s Mexican 4 Olive Garden 5 Tropical Smoothie Cafe 5 TownePlace Suites 12 Dunkin Donuts 2 Outback Steakhouse 5 Waffle House 4 Firehouse Subs 10 Panera Bread 5 Western Sizzlin 13 Five Guys Burgers & Fries 2 Percy & Willie’s 10 Which Wich 14 Pita Pit 12 Zaxby’s Shopping & Entertainment 10 Academy Sports 2 H&M 9 Rivals 9 Ashley Furniture 4 Home Depot 13 Ross Dress for Less 4 AT&T 2 HomeGoods 8 Sam’s 5 Badcock Furniture 2 JCPenney 2 Sephora 2 Barnes & Noble 13 JoAnn Fabric 13 Sprint 1 Bed Bath & Beyond 13 Jos. A. Bank 13 Stein Mart 10 Beef Jerky Outlet 4 Kohl’s 8 Style Encore 2 Belk 5 Lifeway Christian 6 Swampfox Cinemas 2 Best Buy 9 Lowe’s 13 Talbots 5 Big Lots! 2 Magnolia Mall 1 Target 2 Burlington 15 Naturally Outdoors 13 TJ Maxx 5 Conn’s Home Plus 2 Old Navy 9 T-Mobile 2 Dick’s Sporting Goods 8 Once Upon a Child 5 Toys R Us 2 Five Below 11 Palmetto Peddlers 13 Ulta Beauty 6 Florence Center 10 Party City 7 Verizon Wireless 9 Hobby Lobby 1 Petsmart 8 Walmart

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 16 SAVOR is at the CENTER of your next event Catering by SMG Florence Center

Whether a sit-down banquet for a gala affair, elegant Whether your event is a professional luncheon for 12, hors d’oeuvres for a theater crowd, hot dogs & sodas in a social function for hundreds, or a convention for the stands, or coffee & croissants sold from a portable thousands, you can depend on the Florence Center cart, SAVOR… satisfies. to provide all the necessary elements for a memorable occasion. Services offered by SAVOR…Florence span SAVOR…Florence catering by SMG is the exclusive the full spectrum of any catering needs. In customer caterer for the recently remodeled Florence Center. The service and cuisine preparations, we are team-focused, new and innovative 5,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art kitchen committed to working with our clients in creating an can accommodate events of all types and sizes. The vast unmatched food and beverage experience for our and flexible menu offers customizable dining options for guests and elevating the facility’s reputation as a premier every occasion. business and entertainment destination.

Our world-class catering services offer fresh meats and At SAVOR…Florence, we strive for what we call the seafood, locally grown SC produce, Southern favorites or “wow!” factor – having patrons exclaim that the food exotic delights, sophisticated plated meals or traditional was better than expectations. To earn this reputation buffets, sweet treats, stylish cocktails, incredible ice for our facility, we focus on presentation, exceptional sculptures, and every amenity to meet your needs. quality, fresh authentic flavors, flexibility and creative Our Executive Chef and his staff have the experience concepts. We treat each event individually and carefully and creativity to satisfy the most discriminating consider food quality, freshness, integrity, health safety, tastes, accommodate special requests and provide pricing, and client service. When these factors are kept impeccable service. in balance, the result is a product offering our clients and patrons exceptional taste and satisfaction.

SAVOR…Florence 843-679-9417 [email protected] savorflorence.com

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 17 • Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 18 Unique Meeting Spaces

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 19 Darlington Raceway www.darlingtonraceway.com

At Darlington Raceway you’ll find all the nostalgic racing history and memorabilia your heart desires, as well as the racetrack that’s been deemed “Too Tough to Tame.” The Media Center, located on the infield at Darlington Raceway, is the track’s main meeting space and seats 80-120. The President’s Suite (seats up to 32) and Darlington Raceway Stock Car Museum (seats 80-120) are two alternative meeting spaces. The Museum holds the National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame and plenty of classic racing cars. One neat feature you can expect if you book a meeting or group at Darlington Raceway is a pace car ride around the historic, egg shaped racetrack. For more information about the meeting spaces at Darlington Raceway, please contact Tyler Grube at 843-395-8877.

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 20 Southeastern Institute of Manufacturing and Technology - www.simt.com

The Southeastern Institute of Manufacturing and Technology (SiMT) partners with local industries to solve their training and manufacturing technology needs. SiMT is a “one-stop shop” offering training in a variety of manufacturing areas, including quality machining, rapid prototyping, fluid power, robotics, electronics, maintenance, and programmable logic controls. SiMT can accommodate many different sized groups, from 1,200 lecture-style to 800 banquet-style. SiMT offers a large conference center (seats 1,200), as well as an auditorium (seats 800), executive board room (seats up to 26) and executive dining hall (seats 24). There are multiple classrooms, computer labs and CAD (Computer Aided Design) labs. Items to accommodate parties and groups, such as a podium, wireless microphone, LCD projector or VGA connection for a laptop, are available for rent. For more information about the meeting spaces available at SiMT, please contact Anna Lane at 843-413-2710.

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 21 Florence Little Theatre www.florencelittletheatre.org

The Florence Little Theatre relocated in 2008 to a new The Florence Little Theatre is located in the “cultural 30,000-square-foot building in downtown Florence. Aside corridor of Florence,” and is in walking distance of the from offering a variety of plays and musicals throughout Drs. Bruce & Lee Foundation Library, Francis Marion the year, the Florence Little Theatre also rents out their University Performing Arts Center, Florence County meeting spaces to interested groups and parties. Museum, and Restaurant Row. Their auditorium/lobby holds 200 individuals, and their For more information about the meeting spaces at the rehearsal hall that extends into a beautiful courtyard will Florence Little Theatre, please call Greg Hambleton at seat 125. There is also a kitchen on-site for catering. 843-662-3731.

24’ Rehearsal Hall Courtyard

20’ Kitchen Hallway 48’ 71’ 40’

LOBBY Courtyard 18’

22’ 18’

Bar 14’ 24’

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 22 Drs. Bruce & Lee Foundation Library www.florencelibrary.org

The Drs Bruce & Lee Foundation Library, part of the Florence County Library System, is complete with a boardroom that seats 25, children’s programming room that seats 50, seven independent study rooms, a computer training lab that seats 20, meeting space that seats up to 200, and Founders Room that seats 40. The library is state-of-the-art, featuring wireless internet, digital projectors, whiteboards, and televisions with VHS/DVD players. The larger meeting spaces include a kitchenette, as well as a podium, laptop and sound system. For more information about the meeting spaces at the Drs Bruce & Lee Foundation Library, please call Rebecca Drefs at 843-413-7080.

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 23 The Cottage at Francis Marion University www.fmarion.edu

The Cottage was constructed in 2003 and serves as a meeting place for faculty, staff, alumni and guests of Francis Marion University. Located on the grounds of the University, The Cottage consists of two meeting spaces, two large guest suites with private bathrooms, and a library and bar area. The Hendrick Room can seat 60 people for a meeting or dinner, and a smaller meeting space on the south wing of The Cottage can accommodate 12. Meetings or parties that are held at The Cottage are catered by Sodexho Campus Services, the university’s dining service provider. Sodexho can also provide a bartender if needed. Individuals or organizations interested in booking The Cottage can rent the entire facility or a single room. For more information about the meeting spaces at The Cottage, please contact the Francis Marion University Foundation Office at 843-661-1481.

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 24 Lynches River County Park www.lynchesriverpark.com

Lynches River County Park is a popular day park where individuals, families and groups participate in fishing, canoeing, and picnicking. There also are several nature trails as well as a dozen geocaches. The 676-acre parcel includes a multi-purpose community building, the Environmental Discovery Center, picnic areas (can be reserved), splash pad, five outdoor education stations, two RV sites with electrical and water, and two cabins. The Community Building is 11,000 square feet and can accommodate groups of 20-400 people. The Community Building permits up to three groups simultaneously. Although the Environmental Discovery Center cannot be reserved or closed for private meetings, its facilities offer the public natural and scientific exhibits that are ever-changing. There is a Tree Top Canopy Walk, a Map Table (back lit topographic map of the park and river system), and a Nature Lab Trading Area where you can expand your rock or insect collections. For more information about the meeting spaces The Community Building available at Lynches River County Park, please call 877-319-7799.

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 25 FMU Performing Arts Center www.fmupac.org The Francis Marion University (FMU) Performing Arts Center, an estimated 61,000- square-foot facility, opened in 2011. Their opening gala weekend featured GRAMMY award-winning songstresses Judy Collins and Roberta Flack. This facility houses an academic wing for the Department of Fine Arts, and is a new home for the many art-related programs offered by the university. The FMU Performing Arts Center includes a main auditorium, accommodating 900 individuals, with a fly tower and a 100-seat flexible Black Box space. The floor plan includes control rooms for lighting and sound operation, a support area for technical staff, storage spaces, box office, lounge areas for artists, First Floor Lobby a catering kitchen, several dressing rooms, and a loading dock that can accommodate two semi-trucks. There are also two small practice rooms and a medium-sized rehearsal room. The main auditorium consists of 650 seats on the orchestra level and 250 seats in the balcony and box seating. Acoustical panels and drapes on the wall provide the best conditions possible for both live and recorded sound. Both the mainstage and the Black Box are used for various musical, theatrical, and dance productions.

Included in the construction is the BB&T Amphitheatre and the Beverly Second Floor Lobby Hazelwood and Starr Ward Garden Courtyard. The amphitheatre accommodates 500 individuals. The FMU Performing Arts Center is located on Dargan Street in Downtown Florence near the Drs. Bruce & Lee Foundation Library and the Florence Museum. For more information, please contact Bud Simmons at 843-661-1720.

Auditorium

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 26 Benton Henry Photography

Florence County Museum www.flocomuseum.org

The Florence County Museum (FCM) quickly has become The Florence County Museum is generally available for one of city of Florence’s most distinct and recognizable rental before or after normal business hours with the Multi- buildings. The building was designed by the architectural Purpose Room available for rental during normal business firm Cooper Robertson of New York. The museum hours. Consideration for each request is based upon the creates a physical connection between the new cultural timing of the event in relation to the museum’s activities landmarks along South Dargan Street and the historic and current availability. The museum is available for commercial storefronts of Evans Street. rentals beginning at 5pm until 11pm. The U-shaped building surrounds a landscaped courtyard The FCM is an ideal location for cocktail receptions, with two linear wings accessed by a dramatic double dinners, meetings, presentations, corporate events, height lobby. The wings house space for educational weddings, wedding receptions, and other approved programs, state-of-the-art collections processing and events. The FCM is unable to rent facilities for political storage, and a dramatic public lobby. events, events endorsing a candidate actively running for public office, campaigning purposes, and fundraising The large outdoor courtyard creates an outdoor gallery events for other arts organizations. For more information, for learning, as well as a beautiful setting for special please call 843-676-1200. events.

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 27 The Palmetto Room www.thepalmettoroom.com

The Palmetto Room is a banquet room/event venue located in the heart of Florence. The Palmetto Room is the perfect place for special occasions and events, such as wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, bridal/baby showers, graduation parties, birthdays, anniversaries, etc. The tables and chairs may be dressed in any way to suit your special occasion. The Palmetto Room can accommodate 100 people for a seated event and 125 people standing. The Palmetto Room is located at 1803-B W. Palmetto St. To inquire about room rental packages, please call 843-230-4200 or email [email protected].

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 28 Winona Place www.fb.com/WinonaPlaceEvents

Winona Place features 150+ acres of green space and rustic barns ready to be rented for weddings, parties, luncheons and banquets. It serves as an elegant rustic-chic backdrop for any event, and is a perfect place for taking portraits. Visitors will be impressed with the quaint guest house that features antiques, floor to ceiling custom built mirrors and beautiful chandeliers. The guest house accommodates 50 people for indoor events. Winona Place staff can help with selecting one of the top caterers in the area for your event. Chairs, tables and linens should be provided by an outside vendor. Beer/Liquor is permitted for private groups only. Renters who can provide proper identification will receive a 10 percent military discount. Winona Place is located at 6636 E. Palmetto St., three miles from Francis Marion University. For more information, please call 843-687-5151 or email [email protected].

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 29 National Bean Market Museum www.visitlakecitysc.com/venues

Built in 1936 by the Public Works Administration as part of Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s “New Deal,” the Lake City Bean Market rose to acclaim as the world’s largest truck auction of green beans in Lake City’s agricultural prime. Farmers drove to centrally located Lake City from all over the South to bring their bean crops to market; traders would then ship the beans north on one of the many freight trains that rolled through Lake City each day. The Bean Market now serves as a multi-purpose cultural and community center at the heart of downtown Lake City. Residing across the street from the beautiful Village Green, the building has been completely restored to offer a unique and flexible rental space as a venue for conferences & meetings, weddings & receptions and private parties. The facility includes 8,500 square feet of space, with flexible setup options that include a 5,800-square-foot open floor, a 750-square-foot stage with a 14-foot projection screen with a sound system, and a convenient catering kitchen including ice maker. Banquet tables & chairs are available as well. The Bean Market is located at 111 Henry Street in Lake City. For more information, please call 843-374-1500.

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 30 Moore Farms Botanical Garden www.moorefarmsbg.org

The Fire Tower Center is available to rent for businesses, civic groups, garden clubs or photography sessions. This “green” building has modern architecture with a traditional Southern feel that makes it the perfect venue for professional events. These facilities are not available for wedding ceremonies, receptions or private parties at this time.

Depending upon the event, the Event Room can hold up to 80 people. Please note that the dinner and reception areas will hold a maximum of 50 people. An 80” TV (Apple TV compatible on both PCs and Macs) with surround sound is available for presentations, internet, etc. The room size is 31.5 feet by 26.5 feet.

The Sun Room is optimal for lunch after touring the garden. Comfortably holding 18 people, this area overlooks the fire tower gardens. The porch contains lighting and fans. The room size is 11 feet 4 ½ inches by 35 feet.

Attached to the event room, the Catering Kitchen contains a full-sized refrigerator/freezer, dishwasher, microwave, oven/stove, ice machine, counter space, and a double sink. No other miscellaneous items may be used unless given express permission by the MFBG representative. A door leading to the outside parking lot facilitates catering access. The kitchen is included with rental of the Event Room and Outdoor Event Area at no additional cost.

The Outdoor Event Area, a beautiful turfed space area surrounded by the Fire Tower Gardens, is conveniently located near the catering kitchen and restroom facilities. The Outdoor Event Area is the ideal venue for large outdoor gatherings. The maximum size tent this space can accommodate is 50 feet by 100 feet. This does not include the Event Room or Sun Room, which both require additional fees. Electricity and water hook ups are available.

All reservations are booked through the Education and Events Manager. Please contact Rebecca Turk at 843-373- 8068 or [email protected].

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 31 The R.O.B. www.visitlakecitysc.com/venues

Built in the 1920s, the “Ragsdale Old Building,” a former charcoal briquet warehouse, is now the go-to-venue for all large-scale events in Lake City. This 22,000 square foot facility that features newly added restrooms and warming kitchen with ice maker is tailor-made for weddings/receptions, community gatherings & trade shows. A variety of banquet tables and black Chiavari chairs are available with facility rental as well, making planning that much easier & convenient. The R.O.B. is located at 245 South Church Street in Lake City. For more information or to book, please call 843-374-0534 or email [email protected].

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 32 The Caboose and Train Car www.visitlakecitysc.com/venues

Looking for the ideal indoor/outdoor combo venue? All aboard the perfect place for a baby shower, birthday party, or any other small gathering! The Caboose serves as a kitchen space with crushed ice maker, microwave, refrigerators & small freezer. The Train Car has 12 tables with 4 chairs each, plus 2 large stainless steel tables, all of which may be arranged as you like to suit your event. The Outdoor Deck is comfortably appointed with 5 picnic tables, all with stylish umbrellas, as well as spacious restrooms. For an added “authentic railroad experience,” the Caboose & Train Car are located next to the train tracks that bisect the historic downtown. The Caboose & Train Car are located at 104 East Thomas Street in Lake City. For more information, call 843-374-0534 or email [email protected].

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 33 The Inn at the Crossroads www.theinnatthecrossroads.com

The Inn at the Crossroads, located in historic Lake City, is located midway between Columbia and Myrtle Beach, and only 70 miles from Charleston. Lake City truly is at the crossroads of the state, lying directly on 378 and 20 miles from I-95. Having always been proud of their past, now they bring the future of Lake City to life through the opening of the city’s first boutique inn, tying history with the present. Experience top-notch service in the heart of a charming community at The Inn at the Crossroads.

The Stables is the main banquet hall with over 8,000 square feet of meeting space. This venue comfortably accommodates 200 guests and is attached to The Inn at the Crossroads. Additionally, there is a meeting room inside of the hotel that can accommodate up to 40 guests, depending on room setup. Behind the hotel there is a private courtyard that can be rented for private events. Catering for all meeting spaces is provided by Crossroads on Main, which is the restaurant located inside The Inn at the Crossroads. Crossroads on Main is also available for offsite catering as well.

For more information or to book your event, contact Don Singletary at 843-394-2100.

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 34 The Stables at The Inn at the Crossroads www.visitlakecitysc.com/venues

The William McClam Livery Stables have been renovated to serve as an 8,000 square foot venue perfect for parties, receptions, and meetings. It features a full catering kitchen offering catering exclusively through The Inn at The Crossroads’ in-house restaurant, Crossroads on Main. Banquet tables and chairs are available onsite, and events may be catered for up to 250 people. Crossroads on Main is also available for offsite catering as well. The Stables at The Inn at the Crossroads is located at 128 West Main Street in Lake City. For more information or to book, call 843-374- 0534 or email [email protected].

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 35 Ronald E. McNair Life History Center www.visitlakecitysc.com/venues

Opened in 2011, the Ronald E. McNair Life History Center is a museum that pays tribute to the life of Dr. McNair, a Lake City-born astronaut and physicist who died in the Space Shuttle Challenger explosion in 1986. The 800 square foot facility features a classroom-style arrangement perfect for lectures or meetings for up to 40 participants. Want to hold a cocktail reception instead? No problem! That classroom setup can change to suit your needs. The Ronald E. McNair Life History Center is located at 235 East Main Street in Lake City. For more information, call 843-374- 0534 or email [email protected].

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 36 Theatre Park www.visitlakecitysc.com/venues

Looking for a cool, funky outdoor setting for a cocktail reception? Look no further than Theatre Park in the heart of downtown, historic Lake City. Tables & chairs are onsite, as are a wonderful water feature, a colorful floral sculpture made of spoons, and lovely landscaping courtesy of the horticulture staff at Moore Farms Botanical Garden. Impress your guests with an unforgettable afternoon reception held in this special downtown spot. Theatre Park is located at 110 West Main Street in Lake City. For more information, call 843-374- 0534 or email [email protected].

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 37 Meet & Eat

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 38 Victors 126 W. Evans St. - 843-665-0846 2 private dining rooms, largest space seats 150

Victors has been proudly serving the great people of the Pee Dee for over a decade. During that time Victors has also been recognized by the readers of the (Florence) Morning News as “Best of the Pee Dee” in many categories. Additionally, Victors is the only restaurant in Florence to enjoy the distinction of receiving the “Wine Spectator Award of Excellence,” for the second year in a row. Victors is committed to providing the freshest local fruits, vegetables, seafood and hand cut steaks available. Whether you’re seeking fresh baked breakfast pastries, fast affordable lunch options, elegant dinner fare, organic coffee, or something stronger from the bar, Victors has you covered. Enjoy “Fine Comfortable Dining” for any occasion. Victors and Hotel Florence has fast become “The Place” to have events of any size. Whether it’s a corporate retreat, recruiting dinner, social function, or the wedding of the year, Victors will exceed all your expectations. Locally owned and operated. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, seven days a week. For more information, please call 843-665-0846 or visit www.victorsflorence.com.

Red Bone Alley 1903 W. Palmetto St. - 843-673-0035 1 private meeting space, seats 30

If you’ve never tasted shrimp and grits, you don’t know what you’re missing! And plenty of folks in Florence agree that Red Bone Alley has the recipe to beat. Red Bone Alley is a unique Florence eatery that is famous for its decor and Southern fusion menu. The restaurant itself consists of two floors with an interior that recreates the outdoor experience of Charleston. There are Lowcountry landscape murals painted by artist David Boatwright, a back porch with glowing lanterns, an upstairs balcony overlooking the alley, and a children’s area complete with an old ice cream truck. If the space itself doesn’t persuade you, the menu will. Red Bone Alley is famous for much more than its Lowcountry Shrimp and Grits. Customers pour in for entrees such as their Grilled Sweet Tea Marinated Pork Chop and Pimento Cheese Burger. Red Bone Alley prepares all of its entrees to order, and uses only the freshest local ingredients. For example, the rice comes from a plantation in neighboring Darlington County. For more information, please call 843-673-0035 or visit www.redbonealley.com.

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 39 Mellow Mushroom 20 Dunbarton Drive - 843-407-1442 1 private dining room, seats 40

Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers was founded in 1974 in Atlanta, Georgia. For over 40 years, Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers has been serving up fresh, stone-baked pizzas to order in an eclectic, art-filled, and family-friendly environment. Each Mellow is locally owned and operated and provides a unique feel focused around great customer service and high-quality food. Known for its tasty pizza and funky, hippie-style atmosphere, Mellow Mushroom’s mission is to provide delicious food in a fun and creative environment. They are the originators of hand tossed, stone baked classic Southern pizza. Their spring water crust is unique and flavorful, and all of their pies are made with high quality, fresh ingredients. The Florence location features a special menu just for locals. Our favorite is The Caesar Pie, an olive oil and garlic base pie featuring all-natural pesto chicken, provolone, mozzarella, and feta topped with a Caesar salad and Roma tomatoes. For more information, please call 843-407-1442 or visit www.fb.com/MellowFlorence.

Town Hall 101 W. Evans St. - 843-472-5203 1 private dining room, seats 40

Led by executive chef Bobby Hodge, Town Hall is a new Southern-inspired, farm-driven restaurant. Locally and responsibly raised beef, pork and seafood options are prepared on the open wood- fire grille and are served alongside family-style sides. Town Hall is able to cater to private parties, corporate groups and special functions for up to 50 people cocktail reception style. With ample space and state-of-the-art AV capabilities, the private dining room at Town Hall provides a versatile destination for your next meeting or special event. Located in the historic Kress corner on West Evans and South Dargan streets, Town Hall also offers an extensive list of American spirits, local beer, fine wines and well-balanced cocktails. For more information, please visit www.townhallflorence.com, or to inquire about your next private gathering, contact general manager Terell Ham at [email protected].

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 40 Hibachi Grill & Supreme Buffet 2600 David H. McLeod Blvd. - 843-667-8228 1 private dining room, seats 72

Hibachi Grill & Supreme Buffet caters to the taste buds of nearly everyone, offering a unique array of Chinese, Italian, American, Japanese and Mexican foods. Their buffets offer more than 200 menu items, and include dessert items as well as a fresh salad and fruit bar. When you arrive, you can expect to see traditional Chinese items like Sesame Chicken, General Tso Chicken and Beef Pepper Steak. However, also expect to see items like potato skins, cheese sticks and pepperoni pizza. As if the buffets weren’t enough, the restaurant’s main attraction is their hibachi grill, which gives folks the opportunity to have their food freshly prepared in front of them using stir-frying techniques. Customers can select various meats and vegetables to be cooked, and they wait while their food is prepared just to their liking. There is also a sushi bar with a variety of rolls, such as tuna, shrimp, California or cucumber. And best of all, the atmosphere at Hibachi Grill is casual and suits almost every individual, family or business group.

Shoney’s 2101 W. Lucas St. - 843-679-5935 1 private meeting space, seats 45

If you don’t know who Shoney Bear® is, you should stop in at a Shoney’s restaurant in Florence where they’ve been serving families for 60 years. Shoney’s is famous for its multiple buffets and one-of-a- kind strawberry pie. They offer a breakfast and lunch/ dinner buffet as well as special buffets like brunch or seafood. They also offer a plentiful cold bar where you can make your very own strawberry shortcake or customize a fresh salad with all the fixings. A typical Shoney’s breakfast can include fluffy, buttermilk pancakes; fresh fruit; and biscuits with sausage gravy. You can even have eggs “your way” straight from the kitchen to your table. For lunch, dive into cubed steak with peppers and onions, golden fried chicken or homemade meatloaf. If you dine in on Friday nights, you can enjoy their seafood buffet that includes peel and eat shrimp, baked fish and deviled crab. If you’re not in the mood for the buffet, try a classic entree from their menu like an All-American Burger or Country Fried Steak. For your next meeting, book a private room at Shoney’s in Florence, and enjoy their famous buffet.

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 41 Thunderbird Country Buffet Restaurant 2004 W. Lucas St. - 843-669-1611 Largest square footage 2000, 200 private seating

At the Thunderbird Inn Country Buffet Restaurant, you can expect a whole lot of meeting space and a whole lot of good Southern cooking. The country buffet changes daily at the Thunderbird, but every day you can expect classics such as golden fried chicken, homemade cornbread, made-from-scratch biscuits, and fresh-picked peach cobbler. Included in the country buffet is a fresh salad bar, as well as a fruit bar, dessert bar and ice cream machine. Since the buffet changes daily, you’ll be able to sample local favorites such as fried fish, homemade macaroni and cheese, spaghetti, and chicken and dumplings. And don’t forget about the must-have sides, such as rice & giblet gravy, green beans, yams or collards. The Thunderbird Inn Country Buffet Restaurant also offers a breakfast buffet from 6 to 10:30am daily. The breakfast buffet is included in a night’s stay at the inn! The lunch and dinner buffet is offered from 11am to 9:30pm. Every Monday and Wednesday is ‘Ladies Day’ where women ages 11-and-up can dine on the buffet at a discounted rate. The same deal is offered to seniors (ages 60 and up) on Tuesday and Thursday.

Schoolhouse BBQ 2252 U.S. 52, Scranton - 843-389-2020 2 private meeting spaces, largest space can seat 200

At Schoolhouse Bar-B-Que you can expect a warm and friendly wait staff, a nostalgic atmosphere, and of course all the Southern delights your tummy craves. Set in an old historic schoolhouse, Schoolhouse Bar-B-Que has been serving the great folks of the Pee Dee area for 16 years. At Schoolhouse you can always find zesty, vinegar-based barbecue on the buffet, as well as fried chicken, chicken bog, chicken and dumplings, and sweet potato souffle. You’ll also have fresh biscuits and cornbread to choose from, as well as several Southern side dishes. But the folks at Schoolhouse like to mix it up a little bit too. They have a seafood buffet on Friday nights, and include fresh baked ham and roast beef on the Sunday buffet. Occasionally they’ll also offer smoked sausage, country style steak and gravy, meatloaf and spaghetti. And don’t forget about dessert. Schoolhouse is also serving up plenty of sweet treats alongside their barbecue buffet, such as peach cobbler, banana pudding and soft serve vanilla ice cream. Schoolhouse, open Thursday through Sunday, offers two unique meeting spaces, both of which are full of history and nostalgic memorabilia.

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 42 Rental Guide

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 43 Florists

A & B Florist Margaret’s Florist 843-669-0758 - www.fb.com/AB-Florist 843-662-0615 Allie’s Florist & Gifts Mary’s Flowers 843-669-8528 - www.alliesflorist.com 843-669-5557 Betty’s Flower Shop Mums The Word Florist 843-662-4595 843-662-4885 - www.afloristmumstheword.com Consider the Lilies Rainbow Florist 843-72-5202 - www.fb.com/ConsidertheLiliesflorence 843-731-9239 - www. florencerainbowflorist.com Flowers By Starks Tally’s Flowers & Gifts 843-662-4165 - www.flowersbystarks.com 843-662-1504 - www.tallysflowersandgifts.com Lady Bug Florists Wildflowers By Ellen 843-661-5350 843-673-0850 - www.fb.com/Wildflowers-by-Ellen

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 44 Party Rentals

Complete Rental 843-667-9608 - www.completerentalsc.com Party-in-a-Tent 843-536-0293 - www.fb.comPartyinatent Wade Entertainment 843-250-5309 - www.wadeentertainment.com

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 45 Local Caterers

Cain’s BBQ 843-662-8991 - www.cainsbbq.com Julia Belle’s 843-407-4686 - www.fb.com/julia-belles-restaurant Lobster Express 843-799-2468 - www.lobsterexpressco.com Osborne’s 843-413-3001 - www.osbornesinc.com Roger’s BBQ 843-667-9291 Starfire Grill Restaurant 843-661-7827 - www.fb.com/starfiregrillrestaurant Stefano’s Pizza Restaurant 843-664-9191 - www.stefanosflorence.com Top Hat Special-Teas 843-629-8326 - www.fb.com/tophatspecialteas TownHouse Restaurant 843-669-5083 - www.townhouse-restaurant.com Venus Restaurant & Catering 843-669-9977 - www.venusrestaurantandcatering.com

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 46 Photographers Ashcraft Studio 843-332-3131 - www.ashcraftstudio.com Brooklyn McDermott 423-421-2784 - www.brooklynmcdermottphotography.com Carolina Hot Shots 843-230-2855 - www.fb.com/CarolinaHotShots.Photography Carolina Moments Photography 843-250-0345 - www.CarolinaMomentsPhotography.com Christopher Neal Photography 843-687-0416 - www.christophernealphotography.com Collin M Smith Photography 843-665-4646 - www.cmsmithportraits.com Devin Eldred Photography 843-621-2563 Florentine Photography Studio 843-453-9522 - [email protected] Foto Flo Studio 843-617-2585 - www.fb.com/FotoFloPhoto Fotos by Faren 843-616-2325 - www.fotosbyfaren.com Fred Salley Photography 843-665-4460 - www.fredsalleyphoto.com Golden Clicks Photography 843-992-3118 - www.fb.com/RGPPhotography J Craig 803-468-1785 - www.jcraigphoto.com Jennifer Collins Photography [email protected] - www.JenniferCollinsPhotography.com Jessi Fender Photography + Films 843-229-3594 - www.vimeo.com/channels/jessifender Klein Style Photography 843-617-1238 Liz Odom Photography 843-260-2641 www.lizodomphotography.com Meade Agency 843-407-6046 - www.meadeagency.cc Mike Eaddy Photography 843-598-1797 - www.mikeeaddy.com Misty Brogdon Photography 843-615-4603 - www.MistyBrogdonPhotography.com Morgan + Wes Photo & Cinema 843-230-2499 - www.morganandwes.com Pamela Glass Photography 843-245-7750 - www.pamelaglass.com Photographs by Andrea 843-639-7884 - www.photographsbyandrea.com Reflection Images by Tracy Rowell 843-453-0239 - www.reflectionimages.com Snapsterbooth 888-769-3826 - www.snapsterbooth.com Trish Munn Photography 843-618-5402 - www.trishmunnphotography.com Truelight Photography 843-252-0001 - www.truelightphoto.com

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 47 Staying Here

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 48 Guest Rooms Guest Suites Handicapped Rooms Number of Meeting Rooms Footage Square Largest Max. Theatre Style Capacity Max. Classroom Capacity Max. Banquet Capacity Lounge or Restaurant CenterBusiness Room Fitness Pool Swimming Comp. Breakfast Pets Allowed Distance to Airport Distance to Florence Center I-95 Exit

Affordable Suites 29 29 2 8 0.2 160 843-679-3344; fax, 843-679-3006 Affordable Suites offers free internet access, expanded cable, and a full kitchen in each suite. There are 530 Woody Jones Blvd. Florence, 29501 grilling areas, a laundry facility and weekly housekeeping. Daily, weekly, and monthly rates are available. 3 1 300 30 30 30 Y Y 3 4 164 Ambrias Garden Manor Bed & Breakfast 843-661-6060 Ambrias Garden Manor Bed & Breakfast is easily accessible from Interstate I-95 and located in Downtown 111 Kuker Street Florence, 29501 Florence. Room amenities include cable television, complimentary robes, and an evening turn down service. A full breakfast is included in your stay.

Baymont Inn & Suites 112 9 4 Y Y Y 5 4 164 843-468-9994; fax, 843-468-9993 Baymont Inn and Suites has 112 rooms with high speed wireless, complimentary deluxe breakfast with 1826 W. Lucas Street Florence, 29501 waffles, a business center, and an outdoor pool.

Best Western 73 4 Y Y Y 5 4 164 843-678-9292; fax, 843-678-9990 The Best Western has 73 rooms, all featuring high-speed Internet, a microwave, and a refrigerator. The hotel 1808 W. Lucas Street Florence, 29501 offers a complimentary hot breakfast and outdoor pool. 77 77 6 1 1400 75 60 60 Y Y Y Y 5 4 164 Comfort Suites 843-662-5295 Comfort Suites has 77 suites and offers complimentary breakfast, a fitness room, and a swimming pool. 2120 W. Lucas Street Florence, 29501 Guests will enjoy the following amenities free of charge: wireless high-speed Internet access, a weekday newspaper, local calls, and coffee in the lobby.

Country Inn & Suites 80 4 4 2 40 25 Y Y 5 4 164 843-317-6616; fax, 843-317-9864 Country Inn and Suites offers 80 spacious suites with free high-speed Internet, a HDTV, complimentary hot 1739 Mandeville Road Florence, 29501 breakfast, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. Business center on site. 90 3 5 1 Y Y Y 8 .1 160 Courtyard by Marriott The Courtyard offers 90 hotel rooms and each room has an LG flat screen television, a desk, mini fridge, 843-662-7066; fax, 843-662-6949 microwave and coffee maker. Dine in the on-site bistro and enjoy the full-service bar in the evenings. 2680 Hospitality Blvd. Florence, 29501 Courtyard proudly brews Starbucks specialty coffees and teas 24/7. A 24-hour fitness room, an indoor pool and a hot tub are available. 129 1 7 1 500 16 10 10 Y Y Y 7 .3 160 Days Inn - Florence Center 843-669-1666; fax, 843-669-0942 The Days Inn - Florence Center offers 129 rooms, and is conveniently located near the Magnolia Mall and 140 Dunbarton Road Florence, 29501 in walking distance of Outback Steakhouse. Each room is wired for high-speed Internet, and a deluxe continental breakfast is provided. A full-service business center is available.

Days Inn, North 103 5 4 Y Y Y 5 4 164 843-665-4444 ; fax, 843-665-4444 The Days Inn has a microwave and fridge in each of the 103 rooms. Outdoor pool and wireless Internet 2111 W. Lucas Street Florence, 29501 available. Free continental breakfast.

Days Inn 30 1 2 1 480 30 30 30 Y Y Y Y 25 26 135 843-394-3269; fax, 843-394-2670 The Lake City Days Inn features free Wi-Fi and continental breakfasts, a 24-hour front desk and laundry 170 S. Ron McNair Blvd. Lake City, 29560 service, and a seasonal outdoor pool. Jacuzzi suites and handicapped-accessible rooms are available.

Econolodge 162 8 8 1 900 50 40 24 Y Y Y 5 4 164 843-665-4558; fax, 843-662-3022 Econolodge offers 162 well-maintained rooms and a gathering room for up to 40 guests. Free high-speed 1920 W. Lucas Street Florence, 29501 wireless Internet, an exercise room, and an outdoor pool are provided. 36 16 4 Y Y Y Y 8 .3 160 Fairfield Inn & Suites 843-665-4488; fax, 843-665-4458 Fairfield Inn & Suites is conveniently located 1.1 miles off Interstates 95 and 20. In each of our 86 guest rooms ® ® 501 Woody Jones Blvd Florence, 29501 we offer a mini-fridge, microwave, coffee maker, and a flat screen television with access to Netflix , Hulu , and more. #StayAmazing at Fairfield with their fresh hot breakfast, including waffles! 60 1 1 1 30 Y Y Y 4 4 164 Fairview Inn 843-799-0859; fax, 843-799-0862 Fairview Inn offers 60 guest rooms, one suite, two adjoining rooms and a meeting space for up to 30 guests. 1811 W. Lucas Street Florence, 29501 A free breakfast of bagels, toast, cereal, fruit and coffee is offered every morning from 6-9am and an indoor pool is available for recreation from 10am-10pm.

Florence Inn & Suites 51 2 1 Y Y Y 8 3 157 843-664-9494; fax, 843-665-7510 Florence Inn & Suites offers expanded cable TV in its 51 rooms and provides a deluxe continental breakfast. 3821 Bancroft Road Florence, 29501 Seasonal outdoor pool on site. 136 7 1 2100 208 144 144 Y Y Y Y 5 4 164 Hampton Inn & Suites, North 843-662-7000; fax, 843-661-5150 Hampton Inn & Suites is located near Darlington Raceway. In addition to free wireless Internet, a fitness 1735 Stokes Road Florence, 29501 room, indoor pool, and meeting spaces, the Hampton Inn’s 136 rooms offer the Cloud Nine Hampton bed experience and On the House® hot breakfast.

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 49 Guest Rooms Guest Suites Handicapped Rooms Number of Meeting Rooms Footage Square Largest Max. Theatre Style Capacity Max. Classroom Capacity Max. Banquet Capacity Lounge or Restaurant CenterBusiness Room Fitness Pool Swimming Comp. Breakfast Pets Allowed Distance to Airport Distance to Florence Center I-95 Exit

82 22 2 1 20 Y Y Y Y 7 .1 160 Hampton Inn & Suites 843-629-9900; fax, 843-629-8907 Hampton Inn and Suites offers 82 rooms with a business center, outdoor pool, and complimentary On ® 3000 W. Radio Drive Florence, 29501 The House hot breakfast. Make use of the high-speed wireless Internet and meeting rooms with A/V equipment. Work out in the fitness center and relax with the Cloud Nine bed experience. 186 15 8 3 1421 140 108 126 1 Y Y Y 7 .3 160 Hilton Garden Inn 843-432-3001; fax, 843-432-3003 Hilton Garden Inn includes a hospitality center that features a microwave, fridge, and coffee maker. Each 2671 Hospitality Blvd. Florence, 29501 guestroom has a laptop safe, cable TV and JapanTV. Complimentary high-speed wireless Internet and business center. An indoor saltwater pool, whirlpool, and exercise room are on site. 87 20 5 1 672 50 40 30 Y Y Y Y 7 .3 160 Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Florence Center 843-432-1500; fax, 843-432-1501 Holiday Inn Express & Suites offers 87 rooms with complimentary high speed internet and HDTV’s providing 3440 W. Radio Drive Florence, 29501 41 full HD channels. A saline indoor pool and hot tub as well as an outdoor patio are available for relaxation. Rooms are complete with a microwave and fridge, and deluxe breakfast is complimentary. 86 26 5 Y Y Y 5 12 170 Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Hwy 327 843-629-9779; fax, 843-629-9774 Holiday Inn Express is located in the Pee Dee Electric Industrial park. All 86 rooms have a HDTV with 2101 Florence Harllee Blvd. Florence, 29506 premium cable, high-speed wired and wireless internet, and micro/fridge. A fitness center, sundry shop, 24 hour business center, media room, outdoor patio with grill and fire pit, and indoor pool are available. 83 5 5 Y Y Y Y Y 7 .3 160 Home2 Suites By Hilton Home2 Suites by Hilton offers 83 suites featuring iPhone/iPad/iPod docking stations, microwaves, 843-664-9008; fax, 843-664-9007 refrigerators, dishwashers and microwavable cookware. There are two decks with grills, fire pits, walking 900 Woody Jones Blvd. Florence, 29501 paths and lounge areas, and an indoor, heated, saline pool. Purchase food, drinks and other items at the Home2 Market.

Homewood Suites by Hilton 97 21 5 1 1498 80 45 80 Y Y Y Y Y 7 .5 160 843-407-1600; fax 843-407-1601 Cutting edge and inviting is just the start of what our new Homewood Suites has to offer! Location is 3450 W. Radio Drive Florence, 29501 everything and we are conveniently located near I-95, I-20, the Florence Center and Magnolia Mall. 64 8 4 4 2200 200 125 164 Y Y Y 3 4.6 160 Hotel Florence Hotel Florence offers guests a unique boutique experience with an uptown flair in Downtown Florence. 843-629-0100; fax, 843-334-0229 Hotel Florence has 64 guest rooms, each different in their own way, along with many amenities such as an 126 W. Evans Street Florence, 29501 in-house restaurant, Victors, offering breakfast, lunch and dinner with a full-service bar. There’s also The Spa at Hotel Florence that offers massages, facials, manicures and pedicures.

Howard Johnson 179 9 3 2 1128 100 80 80 1 1 1 Y Y Y 5 4 164 843-669-4241; fax, 843-665-8883 Howard Johnson provides a microwave and fridge in each of its 179 rooms. Free hot buffet breakfast and 2038 W. Lucas Street Florence, 29501 24-hour business center provided. 103 2 7 2 860 80 40 60 Y Y Y Y 3 4.6 160 Hyatt Place Coming 4th quarter of 2018. Located in the heart of Florence’s Downtown Historic District, the Hyatt Place 100 E. Evans Street Florence, 29501 will offer 5 stories with 103 spacious guest rooms. Hyatt Place is an upscale select-service brand with AM/PM opening 4th quarter of 2018 food service and bar, 24-hour fitness and business center, complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the entire hotel and an outdoor terrace overlooking downtown. 57 5 5 2 6000 160 120 120 Y Y Y 24 26 135 The Inn at the Crossroads 843-394-2100 Inn at the Crossroads offers guests a boutique experience in downtown Lake City. Surrounded by several 128 W. Main Street Lake City, 29560 shopping areas, The Inn at the Crossroads offers 57 rooms and a full service restaurant open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as a lounge open Monday-Saturday evenings.

Knights Inn 109 6 Y Y 5 4 164 843-292-9107 Knights Inn has an outdoor pool and high-speed wireless Internet, and kids stay for free. Complimentary 1834 W. Lucas Street Florence, 29501 coffee is always available to guests.

La Quinta Inn & Suites 84 4 6 2 550 50 40 40 Y Y Y Y Y 5 4 164 8 4 3 - 629-1111 La Quinta Inn & Suites offers 84 oversized rooms with high-speed wireless Internet, microwave/fridges, 2123 W. Lucas Street Florence, 29501 complimentary hot breakfasts, an outdoor pool, fitness center, business center, and meeting space.

Lake City Inn 56 3 Y Y 24 26 135 843-394-8400 A continental breakfast is included with your stay at the Lake City Inn, and each room has a microwave, 202 N. Ron McNair Blvd. Lake City, 29560 refrigerator, and free Wi-Fi.

Microtel 62 21 4 2 440 25 20 Y 5 4 164 843-629-9522; fax, 843-667-1287 Microtel offers 62 interior corridor rooms with free local and long distance within the continental US. 1912 Enterprise Street Florence, 29501 Extended continental breakfast, free wireless internet, and cable TV with HBO are provided. Motel 6 109 5 Y Y 3.7 5 164 843-662-9421 831 S. Irby Street Florence, 29501 Motel 6 has an outdoor pool and high speed wireless for a nominal fee. Kids stay for free.

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Motel 6 134 3 2000 200 74 150 1 Y Y 5 4 164 843-669-1611; fax, 843-673-9033 Motel 6 is a 134-room motel featuring an outdoor pool. The Phoenix Bar and Grill is open late, and you 2004 W. Lucas Street Florence, 29501 won’t leave hungry from The Thunderbird Country Buffet Restaurant.

Olive’s Bed & Breakfast 3 2 1 500 30 Y Y 135 843-598-1020 At Olive’s you will enjoy the simple pleasures of country living without sacrificing modern-day amenities. 1316 Dennis Road Lake City, 29560 www.olivesbedandbreakfast.com 80 3 4 1 720 30 30 30 Y Y Y 7 .25 160 Quality Inn & Suites 843-664-2400; fax, 843-669-7510 The Quality Inn has 80 rooms adjacent to the Magnolia Mall, and is a quarter mile from the Florence 150 Dunbarton Drive Florence, 29501 Center. The hotel offers a complimentary hot breakfast, a microwave, and refrigerator in each room, as well as an exercise room and outdoor pool. 204 20 4 4 3600 300 200 300 1 Y Y Y 5 4 164 Ramada Inn 843-665-4555; fax, 843-665-4005 The Ramada Inn offers complimentary deluxe continental breakfast, or a choice of dining in its full-service 1819 W. Lucas Street Florence, 29501 restaurant. Each room has cable TV with HBO and ESPN, high-speed wireless Internet, a microwave, and refrigerator. A business center, exercise room, and an outdoor pool are available.

Red Roof Inn 112 8 Y 7 .4 160 843-678-9000; fax, 843-667-1267 The most economical choice for accommodations in the Florence Center area, the 112 rooms recently 2690 David McLeod Blvd. Florence, 29501 have been renovated. 94 94 5 1 650 40 30 30 Y Y Y Y Y Y 8 .1 160 Residence Inn by Marriott Residence Inn offers 94 suites 50% larger than a standard hotel room. Each suite has a sleeper sofa, an LG 843-468-2800; fax, 843-468-2900 flat screen television, living area, refrigerator and freezer with ice maker, dishwasher, garbage disposal, 2660 Hospitality Blvd. Florence, 29501 and range. Amenities include complimentary breakfast, pool and patio area, business center and fitness center. 21 3 1 1 450 20 20 Y 26 26 135 Security Inn & Suites 843-374-7666 Security Inn & Suites offers 21 of the area’s largest rooms. Each room features a HDTV with free HBO, full- 319 Sumter Street Lake City, 29560 sized refrigerators, microwaves, in-room coffee, and Wi-Fi. Security Inn & Suites also offers family rooms featuring three full size beds. www.securityinn.net

Sleep Inn 106 7 1 188 12 12 Y Y Y Y 5 4 164 843-662-8558; fax, 843-662-3602 Sleep Inn has 106 interior corridor rooms, each featuring a microwave and refrigerator. The Inn offers 1833 Florence Park Drive, Florence, 29501 continental breakfast with waffles, high-speed Internet, an outdoor swimming pool and an exercise room. 95 95 4 Y Y Y Y 8 .1 160 SpringHill Suites by Marriott SpringHill Suites offers 95 suites 25% larger than a standard hotel room, each featuring a full-size sleeper 843-317-9050; fax, 843-317-9025 sofa, LCD flat screen television, and desk with an ergonomic chair. In-room amenities include a mini 2670 Hospitality Blvd. Florence, 29501 refrigerator, microwave, wet bar and coffee maker. A complimentary deluxe breakfast is served every morning.

Staybridge Suites 112 112 10 3 2600 300 175 225 Y Y Y Y Y 7. 5 .3 160 843-519-5200 Staybridge Suites extended stay hotel offers one bedroom, two bedroom and studio suites. Amenities 150 Westpark Drive Florence, 29501 include evening socials, complimentary hot breakfast, laundry facilities, fitness room, meeting and opening summer of 2018 banquet facilities, and a gorgeous pool w/ firepit & cookout area. 167 24 4 1 1 Y Y Y 5 4 164 Suburban Extended Stay 843-665-2575 The Suburban Extended Stay offers well-equipped kitchens and free high-speed wireless Internet in each 1914 W. Lucas Street Florence, 29501 of its 167 rooms. Free local calls and weekly maid service are provided. There is 24-hour guest laundry, a picnic area with grills, and an outdoor area with a pool/whirlpool. Super 8 Motel 67 4 Y Y 5 4 164 843-661-7267; fax, 843-676-9338 1832 W. Lucas Street Florence, 29501 The Super 8 has free continental breakfast, high-speed Internet and a pool. 89 89 1 1 628 60 38 48 Y Y Y Y Y 8 .3 160 TownePlace Suites by Marriott TownePlace Suites is an extended stay property featuring 89 fun and functional suites. This pet-friendly 843-407-9400; fax, 843-407-9401 property offers a complimentary continental breakfast, fitness center and outdoor pool. Every suite offers 2650 Hospitality Blvd. Florence, 29501 fully equipped kitchens, to include a refrigerator/freezer, sink, dishwasher, microwave and range. Enjoy the TownePlace Suites In a Pinch® market with snacks and beverages as well as the 24-hour business center.

Travelodge 110 2 1 Y Y Y Y 8 3 157 843-665-8550; fax, 843-673-0070 Travelodge has 110 recently renovated rooms with extended cable TV, refrigerators, and microwavse. 3783 W. Palmetto Street Florence, 29501 Complimentary Bear Bites continental breakfast is provided. Outdoor seasonal pool.

Tru by Hilton 98 Y Y Y Y Y 5 4 164 843-629-7050 Tru by Hilton offers complimentary breakfast and Wi-Fi, an indoor saline pool, patio with grill and fire pit, a 2140 W. Lucas Street Florence, 29501 game room, fitness room, laundry facility, and 24/7 market.

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1720 Burger Bar 850 Woody Jones Boulevard, Florence, 843-662-3416, www.1720burgerbar.com Apple Annies Deli & Pub 1720 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-669-6247 B’Back BBQ 3609 U.S. Highway 52, Coward, 843-389-7447, www.fb.com/BBACKBBQ Baker’s Sweets 118 E. Main Street, Lake City, 843-374-1800, www.bakerssweets.net Barnhouse Restaurant & Lounge 1228 W. Turbeville Highway, Lake City, 843-389-9694 Barnett’s Gas & Grill 203 McCutcheon Road, Lake City, 843-374-8032 Bazen’s Family Restaurant 704 S. Irby Street, Florence, 843-629-9818 Big John’s 622 Walnut Street, Pamplico, 843-493-0503, www.fb.com/bigjohnsgrill Block & Vino 2001 Hoffmeyer Road, Florence, 843-665-8858, www.blockandvino.com Boxcar Market 163 W. Evans Street, Florence, 843-731-9428, www.fb.com/boxcarmarket Brown’s Bar-B-Que Smokehouse 1243 W. Lucas Street, Florence, 843-731-9142 Buffalo Wild Wings 2599 David H. McLeod Boulevard, Florence, 843-292-8995, www.buffalowildwings.com Burgers N Dogs 914 S. Cashua Drive, Florence, 843-407-4646 Cain’s Bar-B-Q 1502 Pamplico Highway, Florence, 843-662-8991, www.fb.com/cainsbbq Cartoni’s Pizza 2112 U.S. Highway 52, Scranton, 843-389-4044, www.fb.com/cartonis Chic Restaurant 319 N. Georgetown Highway, Johnsonville, 843-386-2411 Chili’s 3015 W. Radio Drive, Florence, 843-413-6059, www.chilis.com Chipotle Mexican Grill 2617 David McLeod Boulevard, Florence, 843-773-3104, www.chipotle.com China Buffet 204 W. Main Street, Lake City, 843-394-5583

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China King 246 Kelley Street, Lake City, 843-374-8888 China Wok 360 N. Cashua Drive, Florence, 843-430-5423 ChopStix Japanese Express 914 S. Cashua Drive, Florence, 843-407-4646 Chuck E. Cheese’s 2701 David H. McLeod Boulevard, Florence, 843-679-9436, www.chuckecheese.com

Cibo Italian 1270 Celebration Boulevard, Florence, 843-799-0500, www.ciboflorence.com Cici’s Pizza 1945 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-413-0600, www.cicis.com City Grill & Sports Bar 260 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-407-1519, www.fb.com/843CityGrill Clean Eatz 2437 Willwood Drive, Florence, 843-777-3131, www.fb.com/cleaneatzflorencesc The Clubhouse Grill 160 Club Circle, Lake City, 843-374-2582 Coast Line Cafe 360 N. Irby Street, Florence, 843-664-3636, www.coastline-cafe.com Corona Mexican Restaurant 2029 W. Evans Street, Florence, 843-665-6508 Cowboy’s Famous Ribs & Chicken 2822 Alligator Road, Effingham, 843-319-3503, www.cowboysfamousrac.com Cracker Barrel 1824 W. Lucas Street, Florence, 843-662-9023, www.crackerbarrel.com Crossroads on Main 128 W. Main Street, Lake City, 843-374-2100, www.theinnatthecrossroads.com D’Z Pit BBQ Cafe 5248 E. Old Marion Highway, Florence, 843-230-0953 Da Massimo 821 S. Irby Street, Florence, 843-472-5262, www.fb.com/DaMassimoRistoranteItaliano Dickey’s Barbecue Pit 2003 W. Lucas Street, Florence, 843-407-6129, www.dickeys.com The Dispensary 101 W. Evans Street, Florence, 843-472-5203, www.thedispensaryflorence.com Dolce Vita Cafe & More 160 S. Dargan Street, Florence, 843-407-5365, www.fb.com/dolcevitacafeandmore

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Don Jose Mexican 2020 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-673-6988, www.fb.com/DonJoseMexicanRestaurant The Drive-In 135 E. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-669-5141, www.thebestdrivein.com Eggs Up Grill 250 N. Beltline Drive Unit 70, Florence, 843-480-0816, www.fb.com/EUGFlorence El San Jose 275 W. Main Street, Lake City, 843-394-5522 Fatz 2007 W. Lucas Street, Florence, 843-413-9186, www.fatz.com Five Guys 1940 Hoffmeyer Road, Florence, 843-667-6207, www.fiveguys.com Firehouse Subs 2108 S. Irby Street, Florence, 843-679-9633 3007-B W. Radio Drive, Florence, 843-669-1411, www.firehousesubs.com Flavors of India 137 E. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-472-5222, www.flavorsofindiaflorence.com Freeman’s Bakery 1307G Second Loop Road, Florence, 843-662-3903, www.freemansbakerysc.com Garden Grille & Bar 2671 Hospitality Boulevard, Florence, 843-432-3001, www.hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com George’s Drive In 406 E. Smith Street, Timmonsville, 843-346-2381, www.fb.com/georgestimmonsville Golden Corral 2510 David McLeod Boulevard, Florence, 843-661-1021, www.goldencorral.com Golden Crown Chinese 300 Whitman Avenue, Florence, 843-679-3838 Golden Dragon 1938 W. Evans Street, Florence, 843-662-8899 Goody Chinese 902 E. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-413-9555 Green Acres Country Market 2902 Golden Pond Lane, Florence, 843-661-5155, www.fb.com/GreenAcresCountryMarket Groucho’s Deli 800 E. Cheves Street, Florence, 843-665-4237 1725 A W. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-292-1559, www.grouchos.com Ham’s Seafood Market and Restaurant 2215 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-662-0111 Hibachi Grill & Supreme Buffet 2600 David McLeod Boulevard, Florence, 843-667-8228, www.hibachigrillflorence.com

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Honey Baked Ham 2151 W. Evans Street, Florence, 843-629-8899, www.myhoneybakedstore.com Huddle House 1904 W. Evans Street, Florence, 843-667-8898 1832 W. Lucas Street, Florence, 843-662-0844 400 Pamplico Highway, Florence, 843-799-1985 218 N. Ron McNair Boulevard, Lake City, 843-394-5195, www.huddlehouse.com Hwy 55 Burgers, Shakes & Fries 104 Woody Jones Boulevard, Florence, 843-667-9860, www.fb.com/hwy55florence Icing Ink 3360 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-407-1470, www.fb.com/IcingInk IHOP 2699 David McLeod Boulevard, Florence, 843-629-9999, www.ihop.com The Iron Skillet 3001 TV Road, Florence, 843-669-5736, www.fb.com/IronSkilletFlorence J. Michael’s 2015 W. Evans Street, Florence, 843-661-7040 Jack’s Place 1520 American Drive, Florence, 843-669-2320, www.fb.com/jacksplacesc Jarrito’s Family Mexican Restaurant 114 W. Main Street, Lake City, 843-374-0084 Jazmin’s Mexican Restaurant 114 S. Ron McNair Boulevard, Lake City, 843-374-7032 Jin Jin Chinese 3208 E. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-667-5177 Julia Belle’s 2513 W. Lucas Street, Florence, 843-407-4686, www.juliabellesrestaurant.com Jumpin J’s 898 S. Irby Street, Florence, 843-665-8440, www.jumpinjsrestaurant.com Kaleen’s Homemade Favorites 812 S. Cashua Drive, Florence, 843-206-4828, www.fb.com/KaleensHomemadeFavorites King Jefe Taco Bar 134 S. Irby Street, Florence, 843-407-7695, www.kingjefe.com La Bamba/Margarita’s 490 Second Loop Road, Florence, 843-292-0055 842 Woody Jones Boulevard, Florence, 843-662-6922, www.fb.com/LaBambaSecondLoop Lamplighter Restaurant 415 S. Irby Street, Florence, 843-669-5921, www.fb.com/TheLamplighterinFlorence Lavelle’s Diner 359 S. Ron McNair Boulevard, Lake City, 843-374-3186

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Little China 1307 Second Loop Road, Florence, 843-678-9812 Lil D’s Dugout 1513 Pamplico Highway, Florence, 843-640-5453, www.lildsdugout.com Lizard’s Thicket 1712 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-519-1083, www.lizardsthicket.com Lobster Express Co. 2513 W. Lucas Street, Florence, 843-799-2468, www.lobsterexpressco.com Local Motive Brewing 123 N. Dargan Street, Florence, 843-702-0410, www.lomobrew.com Locals Grill 434 Second Loop Road, Florence, 843-407-1199, www.fb.com/localsgrillflorence Long Grain Cafe 260 W. Palmetto St, Florence, 843-413-1300 Longhorn Steakhouse 3021 W. Radio Drive, Florence, 843-665-9120, www.longhornsteakhouse.com Lui’s Chinese Bistro 1545 American Drive, Florence, 843-667-8877 Lula’s Coffee Co. 600 Pamplico Highway, Florence, 843-229-9784, www.fb.com/LulasCoffeeCo Magnolia Mall 2701 David McLeod Boulevard, Florence, 843-669-0725, www.shopmagnoliamall.com Marco’s Pizza 2501 S. Cashua Drive, Florence, 843-407-1582, www.marcos.com Maryland Fried Chicken and The Shrimper 844 S. Irby Street, Florence, 843-669-1041 340 W. Main Street, Lake City, 843-374-2063 McAlister’s Deli 1970 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-679-0011, www.mcalistersdeli.com Mellow Mushroom 120 Dunbarton Drive, Florence, 843-407-1442, www.mellowmushroom.com Mi Tierra San Jose 1280 Celebration Boulevard, Florence, 843-629-9903, www.mitierrasanjose.com Miguel’s Grill 1228 S. Irby Street, Florence, 843-661-2990, www.fb.com/Miguelsgrill Missy’s Cafe 257 S. Coit Street, Florence, 843-472-5300 Miyabi Jr. Japanese 250 N. Beltline Drive Suite 20, Florence, 843-992-1710, www.miyabijrex.com Miyami 2007 W. Evans Street, Florence, 843-629-9989

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Moe’s Southwest Grill 1940 Hoffmeyer Road, Florence, 843-661-7807, www.moes.com Muscovy’s Food & Spirits 2001 S. Cashua Drive, Florence, 843-799-1463, www.muscovys.com New China Buffet 714 S. Irby Street, Florence, 843-669-9511 New Dragon Chinese 112 W. Main Street, Timmonsville, 843-346-5881 622 S. Walnut Street, Pamplico, 843-493-3838 Olive Garden 2901 W. Radio Drive, Florence, 843-669-8399, www.olivegarden.com Orangeland Seafood 711 S. Irby Street, Florence, 843-669-1535, www.fb.com/OrangelandSeafood Outback Steakhouse 110 Dunbarton Drive, Florence, 843-679-0055, www.outback.com Palmetto Subs 2031 W. Evans Street, Florence, 843-665-2842 1352 S. Irby Street, Florence, 843-667-9500, www.palmettosubs.com Panera Bread 100 Woody Jones Blvd., Florence, 843-629-8511, www.panerabread.com The Peddler Steakhouse 2001 Hoffmeyer Road, Florence, 843-661-5518, www.peddlersteakhouse.com Percy & Willie’s 130 Dunbarton Drive, Florence, 843-669-1620 The Phoenix Bar & Grille 2004 W. Lucas Street, Florence, 843-667-0059, www.thephoenixgrille.com Pita Pit 1988 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-667-4820, www.pitapitusa.com Pizza Roma 25 Sauls Street, Lake City, 843-394-3337 Quincy’s Steakhouse 1924 W. Lucas Sreet., Florence, 843-667-6996, www.florencequincys.com Railway Grill 144 Acline Street, Lake City, 843-374-8422, www.fb.com/railwaypuband.grill Rebel Pie 804 Second Loop Road, Florence, 843-407-4195, www.rebelpie.com Red Bone Alley 1903 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-673-0035, www.redbonealley.com Red Bowl Asian Bistro 2417 David McLeod Boulevard, Florence, 843-669-6788, www.redbowlflorence.com Red Lobster 2540 David McLeod Boulevard, Florence, 843-661-7130, www.redlobster.com

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Roger’s BBQ 2004 Second Loop Road, Florence, 843-667-9291 Ruby Tuesday 1550 American Drive, Florence, 843-317-6348 2701 David McLeod Boulevard, Florence, 843-673-0545 1812 W. Lucas Street, Florence, 843-629-1947, www.rubytuesday.com Sakura Fusion 159 S. Ron McNair Boulevard, Lake City, 843-374-8388, www.fb.com/sakurafusionlakecity Sakura Japanese 1316 S. Irby Street, Florence, 843-669-9116 San Jose’s Tacos & Tequila 3410 W. Radio Drive, Florence, 843-407-4771, www.sanjosetacosandtequilas.com Schlotzsky’s Deli 1935 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-673-0777, www.schlotzskys.com Schoolhouse Bar B Que 2252 U.S. Highway 52, Scranton, 843-389-2020, www.schoolhousebbq.com Seminar Brewing/Kanza 551 W. Lucas Street, Florence, 843-665-9200, www.seminarbrewing.com Shady Rest Family Restaurant 477 S. Georgetown Highway, Johnsonville, 843-386-3667 Shane’s Rib Shack 1940 Hoffmeyer Road, Florence, 843-679-3503, www.shanesribshack.com Shogun Japanese Steakhouse 116 Kansas Drive, Florence, 843-669-0035, www.fb.com/shogun116 Shoney’s 2101 W. Lucas Street, Florence, 843-679-5935, www.shoneys.com Southern Hops 911 S. Sunset Acres, Florence, 843-667-1900 www.southernhops.com Starfire Grill 2130 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-661-7827, www.starfiregrillrestaurant.com Stefano’s 2600 S. Irby Street, Florence, 843-664-9191, www.stefanosflorence.com Sweet Cafe & Bakery 1270 Celebration Boulevard, Florence, 843-799-0500, www.fb.com/sweetcafeandbakery Subs Plus 1812 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-679-0520 Sundae House 1551 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-662-7141, www.sundaehouse.com Sunrise Drive-In 3624 E. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-662-7771, www.fb.com/sunrisedriveinrestaurant

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The Swamp 1563 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-676-9997, www.fb.com/TheSwampSportsBarAndGrill Sweet T 625 S. Walnut Street, Pamplico, 843-493-0038 Teriyaki Madness 3200 Pine Needles Road, Florence, 843-799-5667, www.teriyakimadness.com Thai House & Sushi Bar 168 S. Dargan Street, Florence, 843-662-5777, www.thaihouseflorence.com Thunderbird Country Buffet 2004 W. Lucas Steet, Florence, 843-664-0082 Tijuana’s Grill 143 E. Broadway Street, Johnsonville, 843-386-3242 Tokyo Express 2108 S. Irby Street, Florence, 843-678-9595 Top Hat Special-Teas 234 W. Evans Street, Florence, 843-629-8326, www.fb.com/tophatspecialteas Town Hall 101 W. Evans Street, Florence, 843-472-5203, www.townhallflorence.com TownHouse Restaurant 317 S. Irby Street, Florence, 843-669-5083, www.townhouse-restaurant.com Tropical Smoothie Cafe 2600 David H McLeod Boulevard, Florence, 843-799-0094, www.tropicalsmoothiecafe.com Truluck’s Seafood 201 E. Smith Street, Timmonsville, 843-346-3838 Tubb’s Shrimp & Fish Co. 1500 Second Loop Road, Florence, 843-799-5579, www.tubbsseafood.com Vallarta Mexican Restaurant 944 S. Irby Street, Florence, 843-407-4832, www.fb.com/vallartasmexicanrestaurantandbar Venus Restaurant & Catering 471 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-669-9977 www.venusrestaurantandcatering.com Victors 126 W. Evans Street, Florence, 843-665-0846 www.victorsflorence.com Waffle House 2900 W. Radio Drive, Florence, 843-662-8421; 3550 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, 843-665-7245 1817 W. Lucas, Street, Florence, 843-667-0736; 551 Pamplico Highway, Florence, 843-669-0499 2880 N. Williston Road, Florence, 843-662-2155, www.wafflehouse.com Ward’s Fish Market 123 N. Acline Street, Lake City, 843-374-9996 Western Sizzlin 2688 David McLeod Boulevard, Florence, 843-665-5965, www.florencewesternsizzlin.com

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Which Wich 110 Woody Jones Boulevard, Florence, 843-679-0666 Wholly Smokin’ Downtown 150 S. Dargan Street, Florence, 843-407-7545, www.fb.com/whollysmokin Woodstone BBQ & Seafood 1247 S. Irby Street, Florence, 843-629-1290 Zapata’s Grill 904 Pamplico Highway, Florence, 843-292-8980 Zoes Kitchen 2100 W Evans Street Suite B, Florence, 843-773-9904 Young Plantations 2005 Babar Lane, Florence, 843-662-2452, www.youngplantations.com

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Trust your sports event to the professionals of the Florence lighted tennis courts for tournament play. The park also Area Sports Council and ensure success! Florence offers features walking and nature trails, gardens and gazebo, world-class, multi-purpose venues, collegiate and city- a playground and covered picnic area. county, for a variety of sports as well as a beautiful landscape for cycling and road races. The Great Pee The Dr. Eddie Floyd Florence Tennis Center boasts 24 Dee and Little Pee Dee rivers are great for canoeing and hard courts and six Hydro clay courts, and is one of South kayaking. Carolina’s premier tennis facilities. The star of Florence’s sports facilities is the Freedom The Florence Soccer Complex opened in the spring Florence Recreation Complex covering 126 acres in of 2018 with 14 playing fields on 90 acres of land. Also the east central part of the city. The complex offers 9 opened in 2018 is the Pearl Moore Gymnasium, a 30,000 championship caliber softball fields, 4 multi-purpose sq. ft. facility with 3 full-size basketball courts. fields, a youth softball complex, gymnastics center, Francis Marion University, on the eastern edge of the walking trails and a five acre lake. The championship city, provides several athletic facilities. The university softball facilities each feature seating for 500 spectators, competes in the NCAA Division I in men’s golf and computerized scoreboards, 320-foot fences and metal women’s soccer. It’s also a member of NCAA Division halide lighting. The three-story control tower contains a II in men’s & women’s basketball, men’s soccer, press box, full service concession stand, restrooms, first cross country, golf, softball and baseball, tennis, and aid and a well-stocked pro shop. Five covered picnic volleyball. The $11-million-dollar Griffin Athletics Complex, areas and a children’s playground are adjacent to the constructed in 2012, is state of the art and brings control tower. baseball, softball, and soccer to one dynamite central The Florence Center is the largest convention and location. entertainment facility in northeast South Carolina and is The Florence area also has more than 30 challenging host to many sports events’ grand opening ceremonies. and well-manicured golf courses available for group and The facility provides a 10,000-seat arena and 75,000 tournament play. square-feet of convention and exhibition space with full concessions and catering. Florence provides a delightful Southern coastal climate, affordable accommodations, a diversity of dining, and is Florence offers over 40 parks and recreation fields, which ideally located at the crossroads of I-95 and I-20. provide a variety of facilities. Beautiful Timrod Park has 14

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 63 Florence Area Recreation Facilities & Parks Facility/Park Location Contact Amenities Brooks-McCall Park Mechanicsville Rd 843-667-0920 • playground Florence, SC • fountain • picnic area, sheltered

Coward Athletic 3307 US Highway 52 843-667-0920 • 3 youth baseball/softball fields, Park Coward, SC lighted • picnic shelter • concessions/vending

Ebenezer Park 843 S. Ebenezer Road 843-667-0920 • 1 baseball/softball field, lighted Florence, SC • 5 lighted tennis courts, hitting wall • climbing wall • playground • concessions • 2 picnic shelters, concessions

ESAB Soccer 3379 Pine Needles Rd 843-667-0920 • 10 soccer fields Complex Florence, SC • concessions

Dr. Eddie Floyd 1060 North Cashua Dr 843-665-3106 • 24 asphalt courts Florence Tennis Florence, SC • 6 hydro clay courts Center • pro shop • locker rooms • activity center

Freedom Florence 1515 Freedom Blvd 843-669-4597 or • 100-acre multipurpose recreation Recreation Florence, SC 843-665-3253 park Complex • 9 lighted regulation baseball/ softball fields • 4 multi-purpose football/soccer fields, 3 lighted • 11,600 square foot gymnastics center • 5 acre lake • batting cages • picnic areas and shelters • 3 concession areas • walking/jogging trails • playground

Florence Center 3300 W. Radio Dr 843-679-9417 • 10,000 seat arena Florence, SC • 75,000 square feet convention and exhibition space • free parking for 3,500 • 8 sky boxes (press boxes) • full concessions and catering

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 64 Florence Area Recreation Facilities & Parks Facility/Park Location Contact Amenities Florence Soccer 3401 W. Palmetto St 843-665-3253 • 90 acres Complex Florence, SC • 14 regulation-size soccer fields, 2 lighted

Francis Marion 2020 Sandpit Rd 843-667-0920 • 5 youth baseball/softbal fields, Athletic Park Quinby, SC lighted • 1 basketball court • 1 tennis court • 1 soccer field • 1 swimming pool • playground • picnic area with shelter • concessions Francis Marion 4822 E. Palmetto St 843-661-1362 • eight-lane swimming pool University Florence, SC • 4 racquetball courts Smith University • gymnasium with 2 basketball Center courts

Friendship Park Maynard & Dexter 843-665-3253 • 3 acre field Ave • two baseball/softball practice Florence, SC fields, lighted • concession stand • restrooms • press box and clubhouse • picnic area with shelter

Greenwood 2711 Pamplico Hwy 843-667-0920 • 7 youth baseball/softball fields, Ballfields Florence, SC lighted • playground • picnic shelters • concessions

Francis Marion 4700 E. Palmetto St • Cormell Field at Sparrow Stadium University Florence, SC (baseball) Griffin Athletic • Murray G. Hartzler Soccer Field Complex • FMU Softball Stadium • field house • 4 acre lake • walking trails • concessions Iola Jones Park Oakland & 843-665-3253 • four basketball courts Roughfork St • lighted baseball/softball field Florence, SC • playground

Jeffries Creek Park Edisto Drive & 843-665-3253 • 55 acres DeBerry Blvd • nature trails Florence, SC • playgrounds • picnic area with shelter

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 65 Florence Area Recreation Facilities & Parks Facility/Park Location Contact Amenities Johnsonville Tennis 415 Maple Ave 843-667-0920 • 5 tennis courts Complex Johnsonville, SC

Lake City Park 273 N. Church St 843-667-0920 • 7-8 acre lake (6-7’ average Lake City, SC depth) • boardwalk • gazebo • five fishing piers • canoe/kayak launch • picnic shelter with wood burning fireplace • public restrooms • grills and picnic tables throughout Lake City 499 W. Main St 843-667-0920 • 2 walking trails, pond Community Park Lake City, SC • playground • picnic area/shelter • concessions

Lavern Ard 479 E. Sixth St 843-667-0920 • 4 baseball/softball fields Pamplico, SC • playground • picnic shelter • concessions

Legion Stadium Stadium Dr 843-665-3253 • 1 lighted regulation size baseball Florence, SC field • 1 lighted regulation size football field • seating for 1,500 • concession stand • press box

Lester Park Dixie St 843-665-3253 • skating path Florence, SC • picnic area with shelter • playground

Levy Park Pine St 843-665-3226 • 2 baseball/softball fields, 1 lighted Florence, SC • 6 basketball courts • 1 football field, lighted • 2 tennis courts • walking trail • horseshoes • 2 shuffleboard courts • 1 volleyball court • community center • playground • picnic area with shelter • concessions

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 66 Florence Area Recreation Facilities & Parks Facility/Park Location Contact Amenities Lucas Park Park Ave & 843-665-3253 • 12 acres Santee Dr • nature trails and gardens Florence, SC • playground • picnic area with shelter • 2 tennis courts.

Lynches River 1110 Ben Gause Rd Toll free • Environmental Discovery Center County Park Coward, SC 877-319-7799 • Community Center • 1 softball field Telephone • 1 basketball court 843-389-2785 • walking trails with canopy • 3 cabins • splash pad • climbing wall • fishing area • playground • picnic shelters • concessions • canoeing and kayaking

Maple Park Alexander St 843-665-3253 • 4 acres Florence, SC • 2 lighted baseball/softball fields • community center • playground • 2 shuffleboard courts • 4 paddle tennis courts

McLeod Park Santiago Dr 843-665-3202 • 51.5 acres Florence, SC • walking trails with dog pond • 12 horseshoe courts • picnic areas • 2 picnic shelters • restrooms • 5 youth baseball/softball fields, lighted • concessions • press boxes • volleyball court • 6 basketball courts • skateboard facility • playground

Northside Park Roughfork & 843-665-3253 • 7 acres Athens St • swimming pool and bathhouse Florence, SC • 2 lighted baseball/softball fields • concession stand • restrooms • press box • walking trail • senior adult community center • playground • 2 tennis courts • Boys & Girls Club

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 67 Florence Area Recreation Facilities & Parks Facility/Park Location Contact Amenities Northwest Park Ingram & Clement St 843-665-3208 • 8.42 acres Florence, SC • 1 lighted baseball/softball field • 7 basketball courts • concessions • restrooms • community center • walking trail • 1 horseshoe court • 1 volleyball court • 2 tennis courts • playground • picnic area with shelter

Olanta Athletic 339 Welsh St 843-667-0920 • 2 baseball/softball fields Olanta, SC • walking trail • picnic area with shelter • concessions

Pearl Moore 500 Barnes St 843-665-3253 • 3 basketball courts, 1 wood and Basketball Complex Florence, SC 2 synthetic • roll away bleachers • meeting rooms • consessions

Prospect Field 2178 Lake City Hwy 843-667-0920 • 1 baseball/softball field Johnsonville, SC

Prosser Park 227 N. Chives Prosser 843-667-0920 • 5 baseball/softball fields, lighted Park Rd • playground Johnsonville, SC • picnic shelter • concessions

Savannah Grove 2614 Alligator Rd 843-667-0920 • 4 baseball/softball fields, lighted Ball Park Effingham, SC • playground • 3 picnic shelters • concessions

South Florence High 3200 S. Irby St 843-664-8190 • 1 baseball/softball field, lighted School Florence, SC • 1 basketball court • 1 football field, lighted • 5 tennis courts, lighted • 1 soccer field • 1 volleyball court • 1 running track

• Florence Meeting Planner Guide Pg • 68 Florence Area Recreation Facilities & Parks Facility/Park Location Contact Amenities Southpark Woods Dr 843-665-3253 • 3.5 acres Florence, SC • playground • picnic area with shelter • walking trail • skating path • 1 baseball/softball field • 2 tennis courts • 2 basketball courts Spaulding Heights 306 E. Shenandoah Dr 843-669-8443 • 1 baseball/softball field Florence, SC • walking trail • playground • picnic shelter • concessions

St. Luke Baseball 539 Chinaberry Rd 843-667-0920 • 1 baseball/softball field Field Pamplico, SC • 1 basketball court • playground • picnic shelter

Timrod Park Timrod Park Dr 843-665-3253 • 18 acres Florence, SC • tennis center • 11 tennis courts and hitting wall • 7 pickle ball courts • picnic areas with shelter • gazebo and gardens • interpretive nature trails • 2 fitness courses • pickleball courts Veterans Park Woody Jones Blvd 843-665-3253 • walking trails Florence, SC

West Florence High 221 N. Beltline Dr 843-664-8472 • 1 baseball/softball field, lighted School Florence, SC • 1 basketball court • 1 football field, • 5 tennis courts, lighted • 1 soccer field • 1 running track • 3 concession areas

Wilson High School 1411 E. Old Marion 843-664-8440 • 1 baseball/softball field, lighted Hwy • 1 basketball court Florence, SC • 1 football field • 5 tennis courts • 1 soccer field • 1 volleyball court • 1 running track • 3 concession areas

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