TODAY
TAI CHI FOR BEGINNERS: 6:30-8 p.m. Mondays at McGregor Presbyterian Church, 6505 St. Andrews Road. Requested donations vary depending on category — adult, senior, student, family. (803) 772-9557; http://www.taoist.org
TUESDAY
SAFE SITTER COURSE: 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday at Palmetto Health Baptist, 1501 Sumter St., ground floor auditorium. Two-day babysitting course for ages 11-14 will provide information on nurturing childcare techniques, basic lifesaving, safety precautions and how and when to call for help. $50, includes Safe Sitters manual, completion card and T-shirt; participants should bring their lunch. Space is limited so advance registration is required. (803) 296-2273; http://www.palmettohealth.org
TOUCAN TUESDAYS AT RIVERBANKS ZOO: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays through Aug. 28, 500 Wildlife Parkway. Two can visit for the price of one with a donation of two cans of non-perishable food items for Harvest Hope Food Bank. Regular adult admission is $11.75; ages 3-12, $9.25, ages 2 and younger, free. (803) 779-8717; http://www.riverbanks.org
BOOMERONICS — LEARNING THE LINGO OF THE FUTURE: Free educational series for baby boomers, seniors and caregivers, 6-8 p.m. Tuesdays at Summer’s Landing Assisted Living Community, 651 Polo Road. (803) 351-7827; (803) 730-0429
SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING: 7 p.m. Tuesdays at Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 3200 Trenholm Road. Free. (803) 345-0158 or email billmac85@yahoo.com
TAI CHI FOR BEGINNERS: 7:30-9 p.m. Tuesdays at Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 2701 Heyward St. Requested donations vary depending on category — adult, senior, student, family. (803) 772-9557; http://www.taoist.org
WEDNESDAY
iPAD BASICS: 9 a.m.-noon Wednesday at Midlands Technical College Harbison Campus, 7300 College St., Irmo. Tricks and traps and favorite applications to get the most out of your mobile device; $89. (803) 732-0432; http://www.mtctraining.com
SHEPHERD’S CENTER OF COLUMBIA: Summer classes for the mature and eager to learn, 9:15 a.m.-noon Wednesdays through Aug. 1 at Trenholm Road UMC, 3401 Trenholm Road. Topics include “Masters of American Operetta,” “Technology A to Z,” “Potpourri,” “Civil War Public Opinion and Propaganda,” yoga and afternoon music lessons. $15. (803) 779-4449; http://www.shepherdscenterofcolumbia.com
ART CLASS: For ages 21 and older, 5-7:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Adult Activities Center, 7494 Parklane Road. $30; includes all supplies needed for a finished painting. http://www.firstclassart.webs.com
CAMERON RUNYAN OPEN HOUSE: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Capital Senior Center, 1650 Park Circle (Maxcy Gregg Park). Columbia City Councilman at-large will discuss issues with constituents; individuals or groups with common issues will have 15 minutes with Councilman Runyan. Call (803) 545-3061 to schedule an appointment.
“DISNEY’S CAMP ROCK: THE MUSICAL”: 8 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday; 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at Workshop Theatre, 1136 Bull St. $22; seniors and military, $20; students, $16; age 12 and younger, $12. (803) 799-6551; http://www.workshoptheatre.com
THURSDAY
“A LITTLE PRINCESS”: Chapin Theatre Company production, 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday; July 26-28; 3 p.m. Sunday and July 29 at Harbison Theatre, Midlands Technical College, 7300 College St., Irmo. $15; seniors, active military and students age 13 and older, $12; age 12 and younger, $10. (803) 240-8544; http://www.chapintheatre.org
THIRD THURSDAY LUNCH DISCUSSION: Noon Thursday in the Red Room at the State Museum, 301 Gervais St. Greenville artists Paul Yanko and Enid Williams will discuss their works which are included in the museum’s exhibit “Abstract Art in South Carolina: 1949-2012,” in the Lipscomb Gallery through Aug. 26. Free with museum admission or membership. (803) 898-4921; http://www.southcarolinastatemuseum.org
“JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT”: 7:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday at Town Theatre, 1012 Sumter St. $20; ages 65 and older, active duty military and full-time college students, $17; ages 17 and younger, $12. (803) 799-2510; http://www.towntheatre.com
FRIDAY
INTRODUCTION TO EXCEL FOR SENIORS: 9 a.m.-noon Friday and July 27 at Midlands Technical College Northeast Campus, 151 Powell Road. Learn the basics of Microsoft Excel, including worksheets, formatting, formulas, editing, print and more; $89. (803) 732-0432; http://www.mtctraining.com
“JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT”: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday at Town Theatre, 1012 Sumter St. $20; ages 65 and older, active duty military and full-time college students, $17; ages 17 and younger, $12. (803) 799-2510; http://www.towntheatre.com
“A LITTLE PRINCESS”: Chapin Theatre Company production, 8 p.m. Friday, Saturday, July 26-28; 3 p.m. Sunday and July 29 at Harbison Theatre, Midlands Technical College, 7300 College St., Irmo. $15; seniors, active military and students age 13 and older, $12; age 12 and younger, $10. (803) 240-8544; http://www.chapintheatre.org
SATURDAY
BAYLINER ALL ABOARD DEMO EVENT: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday at Ray Clepper Boating Center, 10439 Broad River Road, Irmo. Bayliner models available for test drives on the lake; all customers who take a demo ride on the 175 Bowrider will be eligible for a chance to win their own Bayliner 175 Bowrider Flight Series. Event will offer trailering, boat safety and docking info for first-time boaters. Call (803) 781-3885 to reserve a slot. http://www.rayclepper.com
NEW BEGINNING BAPTIST CHURCH YOUTH MINISTRY CAR WASH: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday at 9601 Caughman Road. Cars, $7; trucks and SUVs, $10. (803) 695-1195
SUMMER MUSEUM ROAD SHOW: 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday at the State Museum, 301 Gervais St. Informal verbal appraisals of art, silver, pottery, furniture books, military artifacts and more. Tickets are $20 for the first item ($15 for museum members); $30 for two items (museum members, $25); $35 for three items (members, $30); $40 for four items (members, $35). Limit four items per person. No tickets will be sold after 3:30 p.m. Preregister at (803) 898-4999; http://www.southcarolinastatemuseum.org
VOTER REGISTRATION AND ASSISTANCE: 1-4 p.m. Saturday at Friendship Baptist Church, 2604 Lower Richland Blvd., Hopkins. Check status and update current information, new voter registration, arrange for transportation and/or funding to obtain a state-issued photo ID. (803) 318-8857
CELEBRITY SOFTBALL GAME: 5:30 p.m. Saturday at Capital City Stadium, 301 S. Assembly St. Celebrity athletes from the past and present take on the Columbia Media All-Star Team. A home run derby will follow the game. Proceeds will benefit diabetes research. Sponsored by the Frye Foundation and the Columbia Blowfish.
BOWLING FOR RHINOS: 7-10 p.m. Saturday at Anchor Lanes, 1000 Columbia Ave., Irmo. $12 in advance, $15 at the door; includes two games of bowling, shoe rental, silent auction, raffles and more. Sponsored by the American Association of Zoo Keepers, Riverbanks Chapter, all proceeds will benefit rhino conservation. Information and tickets, email aazk@riverbanks.org
MOVIES UNDER THE STARS: “The Adventures of Tintin,” Saturday at Seven Oaks Park, 200 Leisure Lane. Family fun walk at 7:30 p.m. Movie starts at dark, around 8:45 p.m. Concessions will be available for sale. No alcohol or pets. (803) 772-3336; http://www.icrc.net
“JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT”: 7:30 p.m. Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday at Town Theatre, 1012 Sumter St. $20; ages 65 and older, active duty military and full-time college students, $17; ages 17 and younger, $12. (803) 799-2510; http://www.towntheatre.com
“A LITTLE PRINCESS”: Chapin Theatre Company production, 8 p.m. Saturday, July 26-28; 3 p.m. Sunday and July 29 at Harbison Theatre, Midlands Technical College, 7300 College St., Irmo. $15; seniors, active military and students age 13 and older, $12; age 12 and younger, $10. (803) 240-8544; http://www.chapintheatre.org
SUNDAY
CAROLINA BRIDAL SHOWCASE: 1-5 p.m. Sunday at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, 1101 Lincoln St. One-stop shopping opportunity for brides-to-be with more than 140 wedding companies offering products and services from bridal gowns to honeymoons. $8; brides may preregister at http://www.carolinabridalshowcase.com
“JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT”: 3 p.m. Sunday at Town Theatre, 1012 Sumter St. $20; ages 65 and older, active duty military and full-time college students, $17; ages 17 and younger, $12. (803) 799-2510; http://www.towntheatre.com
“A LITTLE PRINCESS”: Chapin Theatre Company production, 3 p.m. Sunday and July 29, 8 p.m. July 26-28 at Harbison Theatre, Midlands Technical College, 7300 College St., Irmo. $15; seniors, active military and students age 13 and older, $12; age 12 and younger, $10. (803) 240-8544; http://www.chapintheatre.org
JCC FUNDRAISER: Spaghetti dinner and comedian Dave Goldstein, 6-9 p.m. Sunday at the Katie & Irwin Kahn Jewish Community Center, 306 Flora Drive. $18; ages 5-12, $5; child care available. Proceeds will benefit programs at the center. Register at http://www.jcccolumbia.org/spaghetti12
UPCOMING EVENTS
TAI CHI FOR BEGINNERS: 6:30-8 p.m. Mondays at McGregor Presbyterian Church, 6505 St. Andrews Road. Requested donations vary depending on category — adult, senior, student, family. (803) 772-9557; http://www.taoist.org
AARP DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM: 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. July 24 and 25 at the Adult Activity Center, 7494 Parklane Road. Six-hour driver refresher course hosted by the Richland County Recreation Commission. Participants who complete the course may be eligible for a discount from their auto insurance carrier. (803) 462-9995
TOUCAN TUESDAYS AT RIVERBANKS ZOO: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays through Aug. 28, 500 Wildlife Parkway. Two can visit for the price of one with a donation of two cans of non-perishable food items for Harvest Hope Food Bank. Regular adult admission is $11.75; ages 3-12, $9.25, ages 2 and younger, free. (803) 779-8717; http://www.riverbanks.org
CORE LEADERSHIP SKILLS: 1:30-4:30 p.m. July 24 at Midlands Technical College Northeast Campus, 151 Powell Road. Fee, $79. (803) 732-0432; http://www.mtctraining.com
BOOMERONICS — LEARNING THE LINGO OF THE FUTURE: Free educational series for baby boomers, seniors and caregivers, 6-8 p.m. Tuesdays at Summer’s Landing Assisted Living Community, 651 Polo Road. (803) 351-7827; (803) 730-0429
SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING: 7 p.m. Tuesdays at Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 3200 Trenholm Road. Free. (803) 345-0158 or email billmac85@yahoo.com
TAI CHI FOR BEGINNERS: 7:30-9 p.m. Tuesdays at Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 2701 Heyward St. Requested donations vary depending on category — adult, senior, student, family. (803) 772-9557; http://www.taoist.org
ART CLASS: 2-4:30 p.m. July 25 at the Adult Activities Center, 7494 Parklane Road. Age 21 and older; $30 includes all supplies needed for a completed painting. (803) 462-9995; http://www.firstclassart.webs.com
“JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT”: 7:30 p.m. July 25-28 and 3 p.m. July 29 at Town Theatre, 1012 Sumter St. $20; ages 65 and older, active duty military and full-time college students, $17; ages 17 and younger, $12. (803) 799-2510; http://www.towntheatre.com
“DISNEY’S CAMP ROCK: THE MUSICAL”: 8 p.m. July 25-27; 3 p.m. July 28 at Workshop Theatre, 1136 Bull St. $22; seniors and military, $20; students, $16; age 12 and younger, $12. (803) 799-6551; http://www.workshoptheatre.com
RICHLAND 101 FOR KIDS: 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. July 26 at Dutch Square Center, 421 Bush River Road. Educational program for ages 6-12 will feature emergency vehicles, 9-ft. deputy, folks from the County Bug Team, animal care info and lunch for participants who pre-register (deadline is July 23). (803) 929-6000; http://www.rcgov.us
ACCEPTING PERSONAL ACCOUNTABILITY: 6-9 p.m. July 26 at Midlands Technical College, Airport Campus, 1260 Lexington Drive, West Columbia. Fee, $79. (803) 732-0432; http://www.mtctraining.com
“A LITTLE PRINCESS”: Chapin Theatre Company production, 8 p.m. July 26-28; 3 p.m. July 29 at Harbison Theatre, Midlands Technical College, 7300 College St., Irmo. $15; seniors, active military and students age 13 and older, $12; age 12 and younger, $10. (803) 240-8544; http://www.chapintheatre.org
TRAVEL SERIES LUNCH AND LEARN: 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. July 26 at the Capital Senior Center, 1650 Park Circle (Maxcy Gregg Park). Bring a bag lunch and come away with travel tips, resources and information from Faye Brown. Free, beverages will be provided; call (803) 779-1971 to reserve a seat.
ZUMBA-THON: 5:30-7:30 p.m. July 27 at the Jeep Rogers Family YMCA, 900 Lake Carolina Drive. $10 for YMCA members in advance, $15 for non-members and members at the door. Proceeds will benefit the Y’s Partners with Youth Campaign. (803) 451-9439, ext. 20; http://www.columbiaymca.org
CHRISTMAS IN JULY: 6-9 p.m. July 27-29 at the Towns Family Farm (site of Elgin Lights), 2433 Charlie Horse Circle, Elgin. Antiques, toys, trains, tractors, hayride, working blacksmith shop and Christmas buildings will be open for tours. Admission is $5 per car or the equivalent (or more) of school supplies to benefit Kershaw County elementary school children. (803) 408-0131
CAPITAL SENIOR CENTER DANCE: Friday night dances, 7:30-10:30 p.m. the second and fourth Fridays monthly at 1650 Park Circle (Maxcy Gregg Park). Live music featuring the Dancetimers, BYOB; $5. (803) 779-1971; http://www.capitalseniorcenter.com
ZOOVIE NIGHT AT RIVERBANKS: July 27 at Riverbanks Zoo & Garden. 500 Wildlife Parkway. Gates open at 7 p.m. for the Endangered Species Carousel, Spots ’n Stripes Railroad and Wild Adventures Climbing Wall; screening of “Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa” will start at dusk in Palmetto Plaza. Concessions will be available for purchase; bring your lawn chair. Tickets are $5; $3 for Riverbanks Society members. (803) 779-8717; http://www.riverbanks.org
BASKET WEAVING CLASS: Introductory session, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. July 28 at Edisto Discovery Park, 1914 Wiley St. $55; includes materials and supplies. Sponsored by Columbia Parks and Recreation. (803) 545-3093
ART CLASS: 2-4:30 p.m. July 28 at Polo Road Park, 730 Polo Road. For age 10 and older. $30, includes all supplies needed for a completed painting. (803) 736-1657; http://www.firstclassart.webs.com
U.S. AMATEUR BALLROOM DANCERS ASSOCIATION: Columbia Chapter dance, 7:15-10:30 p.m. July 28 at the Hugh Dimmery Memorial Center, 680 Cherokee Lane, West Columbia. Casual dress; complimentary dance lessons, 7:45-8:15 p.m.; non-alcoholic drinks and refreshments available. $10; USADance members, $7; students, $5. http://www.usadance.us
“MASTERS IN THE HANDS OF A MASTER”: Organ and piano recital, 4 p.m. July 29 at Incarnation Lutheran Church, 3005 Devine St.. Incarnation’s cantor and associate pastor, the Rev. Dr. James C. Parham III, will perform works by Beethoven, Bach and Mendelssohn. A free will offering to benefit Harvest Hope Food Bank will be conducted and a reception will follow the program. (803) 256-2381
S.C. COACHES FOR CHARITY: 6 p.m. July 31 at Embassy Suites, 200 Stoneridge Drive. College football coaches Mike Ayers, Bruce Fowler, Kevin Higgins, Joe Moglia, Buddy Pough, Steve Spurrier and Dabo Swinney will be raising money for their favorite charities. Jerry Richardson, owner of the Carolina Panthers, will be presented the Community MVP Award. $175; includes cocktail reception, silent and live auctions, entertainment and dinner. Sponsored by the Fisher DeBerry Foundation. http://www.southcarolinacoaches.com
IRMO HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1992: 20-year reunion, 7:30 p.m. Aug. 4 at City Art, 1224 Lincoln St. $60; couples, $120. http://www.irmo1992.com
