VOLUNTEERS
DOBY’S MILL ELEMENTARY is looking for volunteer readers to help kindergarteners achieve 100 books in 100 minutes. The event, set for Jan. 30, is in recognition of the 100th day of school. If you can be a volunteer reader that day, call Betsy Long, (803) 420-8114, ext. 8448.
GOOD NEIGHBORS
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RICHLAND COUNTY GRANTS OFFICE will hold a free grant workshop 2-4 p.m. today in Council Chambers, 2020 Hampton St. The workshop is designed for eligible nonprofit organizations interested in applying for the Accommodations Tax and Hospitality Grants (proposals are due by 5 p.m. Feb. 24). Seating is limited; to reserve a spot, call (803) 576-2069 or email salleys@rcgov.us.
HAMMOND SCHOOL will award $120,000 worth of scholarships as part of its Distinguished Scholars program. To qualify, students must be rising ninth-graders with an A average, in the top 10 percent of their class and test in the top 10 percent nationally; students must be nominated by a third party, be of exemplary character and possess leadership skills or have made a positive contribution to a group or cause. Deadline for applications is Friday. (803) 776-0295
FUNDRAISERS
TOKYO JOE PRODUCTIONS will present “Rocketman,” a tribute to Sir Elton John, 7:30 p.m. Saturday at the Koger Center for the Arts. Tickets are $25; military and students, $21. Proceeds will benefit the Nancy K. Perry Children’s Shelter. (803) 251-2222; www.koger.sc.edu
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