News Summary
Curiosity Coffee Bar has opened at Richland Library, offering a community-centered coffee experience. In May, the shop will introduce special coffee options for Asian Pacific American Heritage Month. Concurrently, Little Caesars will open a new location nearby, promising festive grand opening celebrations. Meanwhile, Pelican’s SnoBalls in Elgin will close its current location after seven years, although it plans to continue serving the community through events and pop-ups.
Richland, SC – A new coffee shop, Curiosity Coffee Bar, has opened its doors in the Richland Library, located at 1431 Assembly Street, providing a unique community-centered experience for coffee lovers. The new location not only aims to enhance the library’s services but also offers a varied menu that includes hot coffee, espresso, cold brew nitro coffee, teas, and breakfast sandwiches.
In celebration of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month this May, the shop has announced the introduction of special coffee offerings sourced from Papua New Guinea and Indonesia. This initiative aims to recognize and honor the contributions of Asian Pacific Americans while also introducing patrons to distinctive coffee flavors.
Meanwhile, another exciting development is set for the neighborhood with Little Caesars’ grand opening at 185 Earth Road. The pizza chain will officially unveil its new location in the recently opened Market at Spears Creek shopping center on May 3, 2025. This shopping center is anchored by a new Publix grocery store that commenced operations on April 30.
To entice customers during its grand opening, Little Caesars will reward the first 100 visitors with the chance to win free pizza for a year, allowing them to enjoy one free pizza each week. The opening festivities will include music from a DJ, a prize wheel with giveaways, and an appearance from Little Caesar, the iconic pizza mascot.
In contrast to these openings, Pelican’s SnoBalls in Elgin will close its location at 2291 Highway 1 South on May 18, following an unresolved dispute with its landlord after seven years of service to the community. Despite this closure, Pelican’s expresses gratitude towards its loyal customers for their enduring support over the years.
While the Elgin location will no longer operate, Pelican’s will continue to engage with the community through participation in events and hosting pop-up stands in Elgin and nearby Lugoff. Furthermore, the northeast Columbia Pelican’s SnoBalls location at 202 Graces Way remains in business and plans to expand its menu to include soft-serve and scooped ice cream, ensuring that fans can still enjoy their favorite frozen treats.
This week’s developments reflect a vibrant mix of new openings and changes within local eateries, promising exciting options for residents and visitors. As the community adapts to these changes, both Curiosity Coffee Bar and Little Caesars are looking to become welcoming spots for people to enjoy. Meanwhile, the ongoing adjustments for Pelican’s highlight the challenges food businesses can face in maintaining their locations while also evolving to meet consumer desires.
The Richland area continues to thrive with new community-focused venues aiming to enhance local experiences, catering to a diverse audience that values both quality products and community engagement.
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