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Laurens County Museum to Host a Lunch and Learn About the Fascinating Life of William Hix
Laurens County Museum to Host a Lunch and Learn About the Fascinating Life of William Hix
Come join the Laurens County Museum for a captivating Lunch-and-Learn presentation on William Preston Hix, taking place on Tuesday, April 30, at Noon. Historian, author, and esteemed researcher Laura Elliott from Gadsden, Alabama, will delve into the life of Laurens County native William Hix, a notable figure who, along with his three brothers, served during…
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City of Columbia’s 11th Annual Small Business Week Conference
City of Columbia’s 11th Annual Small Business Week Conference
The City of Columbia's Office of Business Opportunities will host the City of Columbia's 11th Annual Small Business Week Conferenceon Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbia Greystone beginning at 9:00AM! This year's keynote speaker for the Small Business Week Conference is Dr. Stephanie Kirkland of Identity Dynamics, LLC. Also, there will…
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The Venue at Black Grove
The Venue at Black Grove
Join us for the Ribbon Cutting at The Venue at Black Grove! Celebrate the venue's grand opening and kick off the Laurens County Ag + Art Tour with us! Enjoy networking and refreshments. Date: May 2 Time: 4:30 - 6:00 PM Location: The Venue at Black Grove
National Day of Prayer Celebration to Unite Davidson Street Baptist Church and Community
National Day of Prayer Celebration to Unite Davidson Street Baptist Church and Community
As the first Thursday of May approaches, communities across the nation are gearing up for a significant occasion—the National Day of Prayer. This year, on May 2nd at 6:00 pm, Davidson Street Baptist Church is set to host a special event in partnership with local residents, and officials, marking this important day of unity and…
Trivia Night with Charlie Michaels!
Trivia Night with Charlie Michaels!
Mark your calendars for the ultimate brain-teasing experience! Join us every 1st Thursday of the month at The Lumberyard for Trivia Night hosted by the fantastic Charlie Michaels. With each month bringing a new and exciting trivia genre, you can expect a night filled with laughter, camaraderie, and a battle of wits. Follow our page…
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Senior P.R.E.P. Program Coming to Laurens Walgreens
Senior P.R.E.P. Program Coming to Laurens Walgreens
Older adults are among the most vulnerable when an emergency impacts South Carolina. Therefore, taking precautions ahead of time can greatly benefit seniors in vulnerable situations. The Senior P.R.E.P. program, created by the South Carolina Department on Aging, the South Carolina Emergency Management Division, and Walgreens, provides planning resources to help senior citizens across South…
Food Truck Friday
Food Truck Friday
The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities is collaborating with Toms Creek Family Farms Mobile Market and Columbia Animal Services for Food Trucks and Friends. This event will feature local food trucks: Fresh Pours & Mo’, Jeb’s Famous Hot Dogs, Kurt’s Kitchen & Catering and Maurice’s Catering. Toms Creek Family Farms Mobile Market will…
Walt’s Waltz “Mental health Moonshot” art exhibition opens at GCCA on May 3rd
Walt’s Waltz “Mental health Moonshot” art exhibition opens at GCCA on May 3rd
Mental Health Moonshot is a featured group exhibition at GCCA’s Community Gallery that beckons us to embark on a monumental journey aimed at unraveling the complexities of mental health and dismantling the barriers of stigma. Mental Health Moonshot stands as a collective outcry for equity for those captured by mental health struggles. This exhibition is…
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American Legion Riders Chapter 25 Run
American Legion Riders Chapter 25 Run
9AM-11AM: REGISTRATION FIRST BIKE OUT 11AM $20/HAND, $10 PASSENGER BEST & WORST HAND PRIZES
LCHS Chips & Tips
LCHS Chips & Tips
CHIPS AND TIPS EVENT Saturday May 4, 2024 2pm - 3pm @ 793 Poplar Street, Clinton, SC Nail Trim - $10 Rabies - $10 DHPP - $15 Bordetella - $12 Microchipping - $20 Heartworm Testing - $14 Heartworm Prevention (1 month) - $10/pill Flea/Tick Medication (1 month) - $20/pill Feline FVRCP - $12 Dewormer (hooks/rounds)…
Piedmont Blues and Roots Festival
Piedmont Blues and Roots Festival
The Piedmont Blues was born in Laurens, South Carolina – now, the city is bringing back this heritage with the Piedmont Blues and Roots Festival, made possible by the South Carolina Arts Commission Festivals Program Grant. Laurens County was the birthplace and home of prominent blues artists Rev. Gary Davis, born in Gray Court South…
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Melrose Heights brings artists and entertainment to a historic Columbia neighborhood
Melrose Heights brings artists and entertainment to a historic Columbia neighborhood
The Historic Melrose Art in the Yard will once again welcome artists and artisans to show and sell their original work in the historic, downtown Columbia neighborhood. The event will be held on Sunday, May 5, 2024, from 1 to 5 pm with art, food and live music at a family friendly event. Historic Melrose…
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Discover the World of Bees with “Air Bee & Bee” at Laurens County Public Library
Discover the World of Bees with “Air Bee & Bee” at Laurens County Public Library
In an effort to celebrate the vital role of bees in our ecosystem, the Laurens County Public Library is excited to announce a special event titled “Air Bee & Bee.” Scheduled for May 6th at 4 pm at the Laurens Library (1017 W. Main Street), this engaging class invites children ages 6 to 10 to…
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Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month at The Nick
Join us at The Nick as we proudly celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with an enriching film series showcasing the diverse voices and stories of the AAPI community. Thanks to sponsor SC Commission for Minority Affairs, tickets for all AAPI Month films are $5. More details and tickets: https://nickelodeon.org/series/asian-american-and-pacific-islander-heritage-month/
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Wine Down Wednesday: Yoga with Amy Westberg
Wine Down Wednesday: Yoga with Amy Westberg
Join us for Wine Down Wednesday, an evening designed to help you unwind and rejuvenate. Led by facilitator Amy Westberg, our uplifting and gentle yoga flow will guide you towards relaxation and inner peace. Held in our upstairs venue, you'll have the privacy to connect with your mind and body in a tranquil setting. After…
ReelTalk: The Eternal Memory at The Nick
ReelTalk: The Eternal Memory at The Nick
As part of our ReelTalk: Docuseries we will be hosting a screening of The Eternal Memory on Wednesday, May 8 at 6:00 p.m. After the film there will be an open discussion facilitated by David Whiteman, Board President for The Nick, and Jason Craig, The Nick’s media producer. About the film: Directed by Maite Alberdi,…
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Teen Hang Out Camp
Teen Hang Out Camp
Celebrate the (almost) end of the school year with a DIY s'mores station, lawn games, and good conversation! Participants are encouraged to bring their own blanket to sit on the grass.
Rock the Decade: 80’s Music Bingo – Hair Band Edition
Rock the Decade: 80’s Music Bingo – Hair Band Edition
Dust off your leather jackets, tease up your hair, and get ready to rock out at our 80's Music Bingo: Hair Band Edition! Join us for a night of nostalgia as we spin the hits of iconic hair bands from the raddest decade of them all. From Bon Jovi to Def Leppard, we'll have you…
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Something Rotten the Musical
Welcome to the Renaissance! Don’t miss this hilarious musical following the Bottom brothers, Nick and Nigel, struggling playwrights trying to make a name for themselves in the shadow of William Shakespeare. When a local soothsayer tells the brothers that the future of theatre involves singing and dancing, they decide to create the world’s first musical.…
Main Street Laurens Invites You to It’s Finally Friday on May 10!
Main Street Laurens Invites You to It’s Finally Friday on May 10!
Main Street Laurens is gearing up for an exciting evening of entertainment and community engagement this Friday, May 10, with their popular It’s Finally Friday event. As part of their ongoing efforts to revitalize downtown Laurens, Main Street Laurens is hosting a lineup of lively activities and performances that promise fun for the whole family.…
Zac Kellum is back at The Lumberyard!
Zac Kellum is back at The Lumberyard!
Join us for an evening of live music as Zac takes the stage and fills the air with his soulful tunes and infectious energy. Round up your friends for a night you won't forget!
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Bassmaster Elite FREE* Expo
Join in the angling fun at the family-friendly FREE* Bassmaster Elite Community Expo, May 11-12 from 12-5 PM at Dreher Island State Park. Enjoy booths/exhibits from The Gamecock Bass Fishing Team, Realtor-Cat Thornton, Lews/Strike King fishing simulator, South Carolina Wildlife Federation (Saturday only), Armed Forces Fishing League (AFFL), and many more. Come hungry for Big…
Lowcountry Rhythms – Charleston Jazz Orchestra + Lowcountry Voices
Lowcountry Rhythms – Charleston Jazz Orchestra + Lowcountry Voices
Join us for a musical celebration of the Lowcountry. As one of the great cradles of jazz, Lowcountry rhythms and traditions are an integral part of this musical art form. The Charleston Jazz Orchestra will weave together rich history and treasured African and Gullah-Geechie culture and showcase locally inspired arrangements combined with the big band…
Sip & Sing Karaoke at The Lumberyard!
Sip & Sing Karaoke at The Lumberyard!
Join us at The Lumberyard for Sip & Sing Karaoke, hosted by the one and only Charlie Michaels! Unleash your inner rockstar, as we turn our craft beer haven into a stage for your favorite tunes. Sip on your choice of libations, grab the mic, and belt out your go-to hits. It's a night of…
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Family Game Night
Family Game Night
Families, join us for a night of gaming fun. Get competitive on the Nintendo Switch, or try your hand at a card game. Light refreshments will be served.
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ReelTalk: Butterfly in the Sky at The Nick
ReelTalk: Butterfly in the Sky at The Nick
As part of our ReelTalk: Docuseries we will be hosting a screening of Butterfly in the Sky on Wednesday, May 15 at 6:30 p.m. Stick around after the screening for an engaging talkback session moderated by media literacy expert Frank Baker. With his wealth of experience in education and media literacy, Frank will lead a…
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Coffee With A Cop
Coffee With A Cop
Join LPD and LCSO in a joint effort to build lasting connections in our community!
Coffee With A Cop
Coffee With A Cop
Join LPD and LCSO in a joint effort to build lasting connections in our community!
Engenius 2024 Spring Classroom Series
Engenius 2024 Spring Classroom Series
Engenius, a Greenville-based web design agency, is hosting a 3-part Spring Classroom Series for business owners, marketing executives, and nonprofits to learn the biggest trends in marketing and how to implement these trends into businesses and organizations. The first class will be held on March 28, 2024. This course will cover the top seven digital…
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A Summerville Celebration
A Summerville Celebration
Concert 7:30 p.m. Sponsored in honor of Robert Strobel Selections include: W.A. Mozart · Magic Flute Ovt. C. Pilsner · Commissioned piece for Summerville E. Korngold · Straussiana M. Karłowicz · Odwieczne Pieśni, Op. 13
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City of Charleston staff and officials invite residents to participate in Westside neighborhood cleanup
City of Charleston staff and officials invite residents to participate in Westside neighborhood cleanup
City staff from the Division of Business and Neighborhood Services, Keep Charleston Beautiful, Livability, Public Service, Charleston Fire Department, Charleston Police Department, and the Mayor’s Office will gather with residents in the Westside neighborhood to collect litter. The event will take place at 201 President Street on Saturday, May 18th from 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.…
The Columbia Police Department Foundation & Columbia Parks & Recreation Foundation to Hold 3rd Annual Parks & Pedals Bicycle Event
The Columbia Police Department Foundation & Columbia Parks & Recreation Foundation to Hold 3rd Annual Parks & Pedals Bicycle Event
The Columbia Police Foundation and the Columbia Parks & Recreation Foundation have partnered with Walmart to hold the third annual Police, Parks & Pedals Community Bicycle Initiative and rally event at Rosewood Park on Saturday, May 18 beginning at 11:30 am. May is National Bicycle Safety Month. The Foundations, through their partnership with Walmart, will provide new…
A Summerville Celebration
A Summerville Celebration
Concert 3 p.m. / Preconcert Talk 2 p.m. / Doors Open 1:45 p.m. Sponsored in honor of Robert Strobel Selections include: W.A. Mozart · Magic Flute Ovt. C. Pilsner · Commissioned piece for Summerville E. Korngold · Straussiana M. Karłowicz · Odwieczne Pieśni, Op. 13
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Mental Health Film at The Nick
Mental Health Film at The Nick
Sometimes I Think About My Mental Health Actually, we do too. Join the staff at Jill Smith and Associates Counseling for a showing of Sometimes I Think About Dying on Sunday, May 19 at 3:00 p.m. at the Nick. After the film there will be a panel discussion to take questions and engage with the…
28th Ecumenical Church and University Convocation.
28th Ecumenical Church and University Convocation.
Ecumenical Church and University is pleased to announce its 28th Annual Convocation to be held on Sunday, May 19, 2024, at 4 PM at the Metropolitan Convention Center, 1101 Lincoln Street, Columbia, SC 29201. This year’s convocation will feature the investiture of James L. Felder, JD, as the third president of Ecumenical University, along with…
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The Mayor’s Office for children, youth, and families to host workshop on avoiding scams
The Mayor’s Office for children, youth, and families to host workshop on avoiding scams
The City of Charleston is hosting a free public workshop on how to avoid financial scams and keep your money safe. The workshop is scheduled for Wednesday, May 22, at 6:00 pm at the Arthur Christopher Community Center on Fishburne Street. This workshop will include tips on safe money management, learning what the most common…
ReelTalk: Amélie at The Nick
ReelTalk: Amélie at The Nick
As part of our ReelTalk: Foreign Films we will be hosting a screening of Amélie on Wednesday, May 22 at 6:00 p.m. After the film there will be an open discussion facilitated by David Whiteman, Board President for The Nick, and Jason Craig, The Nick’s media producer. About the film: Set in the charming streets…
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Chris Wayne brings the heart with of classic rock n roll to The Lumberyard!
Chris Wayne brings the heart with of classic rock n roll to The Lumberyard!
Step into the golden era of rock 'n' roll as Chris Wayne pays homage to legends like Buddy Holly, Chuck Berry, Elvis Presley, and Ricky Nelson. With a mesmerizing blend of timeless classics and his own original creations, Chris's music is a fusion of nostalgia and fresh energy. Brandon Anderson, of Slap that Bass and…
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A Soldier’s Timeline
A Soldier’s Timeline
Visit encampments and learn from reenactors and Veterans from The American Revolution to modern conflicts. See weapons displays and military drill demonstrations. Concert from Spartanburg Community Band 12:00-1:00 Tickets available at spartanburghistory.org/soldiers-timeline Admission: Adults- $12, Children (5-17)- $8 Active duty military are free of charge, click the link for more information.
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Pints With Pastor
Pints With Pastor
"Pints with the Pastor" is a friendly gathering where we come together over a pint to share stories, discuss faith, and build connections. It's an open and inviting space where all are welcome to explore life's big questions, laugh, and connect with others in the community. Join us for spirited conversations and a warm sense…
Mo Betta Soul Cinema: Black Dynamite at The Nick
Mo Betta Soul Cinema: Black Dynamite at The Nick
Join us May 29 at 6:30 p.m. for a one-night-only screening of Black Dynamite, a hilarious and action-packed homage to 1970s blaxploitation films. Directed by Scott Sanders and starring Michael Jai White, Tommy Davidson, and Salli Richardson, Black Dynamite follows the adventures of former CIA agent Black Dynamite as he seeks vengeance for his brother’s…