TODAY

INTRODUCTION TO TAI CHI: 5:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Oct. 30 at Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 3200 Trenholm Road. $65; first class may be attended as a trial before registering for the eight-week session. (803) 252-2204

NATURE AND HISTORY PANEL DISCUSSION: 6 tonight in Bostick Auditorium at the Richland County Public Library, 1431 Assembly St. Sponsored by the Friends of the Richland County Public Library, the panel will include John Cely (“Cowasee Basin — The Green Heart of South Carolina”), Walter Edgar and Billy Cate. (803) 988-0885; http://www.myrcpl.com

CRY OUT AMERICA PRAYER GATHERING: 6-7 tonight at the 9/11 monument, Marc Westbrook Judicial Center, 205 E. Main St. Lexington. In case of rain, the gathering will be held at Lexington Baptist Church, 308 E. Main St. (803) 513-2003

INTRODUCTION TO NEEDLE FELTING: 6-8 p.m. Tuesdays through Oct. 16 at the City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Art Center, 1932 Calhoun St. $85; includes all materials and tools. (803) 545-3093

CAKE DECORATING I: 6-9 p.m. Tuesdays through Oct. 2 at Midlands Technical College Airport Campus, 1260 Lexington Drive, West Columbia; $89. (803) 732-0432; http://www.mtctraining.com

EARLY COLUMBIA LECTURE SERIES: “The 20th Century: Columbia Celebrates 200 Years,” 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Oct. 9. at the Seibels House, 1601 Richland St. Tonight’s class topic will be “Main Street: Business and Commerce.” $10, (space will be limited). (803) 252-1770; http://www.historiccolumbia.org

AMERICA’S BOATING COURSE: 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays through Oct. 9 at Flotilla Island, Johnson Marina Road (off U.S. 76). $35; couples, $50; sponsored by the Lake Murray Power Squadron. (803) 572-1602

WEDNESDAY

AT-LARGE OPEN HOUSE: City Councilwoman Tameika Isaac Devine will hold an open house 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at St. Anna’s Park, 1315 Liberty Hill Ave. Call (803) 545-3061 to schedule an appointment.

HANDLEBAR HAPPY HOUR: 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the Publick House, 2307 Devine St. Family-friendly gathering to foster open, relaxed discussion on topics facing the bicycling and pedestrian community. Group ride meet-ups at the USC Green Quad, 1216 Wheat St., 5 p.m. for 5:15 departure; Cycle Center, 1001 Harden St., 5:45 p.m., departure 6 p.m.; City Roots Farm, 1005 Airport Blvd., 5:45, departure 6 p.m.; Summit Cycles, 716 Meeting St., West Columbia, 5:45, departure 6 p.m.; and Outspokin’ Bicycles, 3223 Devine St., 6 p.m. for 6:15 departure. Sign up by calling (803) 771-0870 or email mwalker@palmettoconservation.org

JEWELRY COMPONENTS CLASS: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays through Oct. 17 at the City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Art Center, 1932 Calhoun St. $80; includes materials and supplies. Class size limited to 10 students (minimum three). (803) 545-3093

“OZ THE MUSICAL”: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday through Friday and 2:30 p.m. Saturday at the WaterShed Theatre at the Old Mill, 711 E. Main St., Lexington. $18; students, seniors and military, $16; age 12 and younger, $14. http://www.smarttix.com

THURSDAY

SMALL BUSINESS TAX WORKSHOP: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday at Midlands Technical College Northeast Campus, 151 Powell Road, Columbia; $35. Business taxes, tax benefits and obligations, employer tax responsibilities, tax advantages and disadvantages, record keeping and late penalty information for current or prospective small-business owners. (803) 732-0432; http://www.mtctraining.com

CITY ART GALLERY: “Personified Doubles & Visual Opposites,” new drawings and paintings by Dawn Hunter. Artist’s reception, 5-8 p.m. Thursday at 1224 Lincoln St. The show will run through Oct. 6. Gallery hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Fridays and 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturdays. (803) 252-3613; http://www.cityartonline.com

GUIDED HCF CEMETERY TOURS: Thursday at Elmwood Cemetery. Conducted by the Historic Columbia Foundation, tour options include “Secrets From the Grave” iconography tour at 7:30 p.m. and moonlight tours at 8 and 8:30 p.m. The iconography tour will allow participants to study symbols found on markers and headstones. Moonlight tour includes narrative about the lives, burials, cemetery plots and tombstones of families and prominent citizens from Columbia’s 19th and 20th centuries. Admission is $10 for adults, children, $5; HCF members, $5/$3. Reservations recommended, limit 25 per tour. Registration at http://www.cemeterytours.eventbrite.com

“OZ THE MUSICAL”: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Friday and 2:30 p.m. Saturday at the WaterShed Theatre at the Old Mill, 711 E. Main St., Lexington. $18; students, seniors and military, $16; age 12 and younger, $14. http://www.smarttix.com

“THE FOREIGNER”: 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturdayand 3 p.m. Sunday at the Sumter Little Theatre, 14 Mood Ave. $20; students, seniors and military, $17. (803) 775-2150; http://www.sumterlittletheatre.org

“NEXT TO NORMAL”: 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 3 p.m. Sept. 16 at Trustus Theatre, 520 Lady St. Tickets are $27 for adults, $25 for military and seniors and $20 for students. (803) 254-9732; http://www.trustus.org

FRIDAY

CMC STEEL RHYTHM ON THE RIVER CONCERT SERIES: Bill’s Music Shop Country Legends Jamboree, 6-9 p.m. Friday at the West Columbia Riverwalk Amphitheater. Opening set will feature Willie Wells and the Blue Ridge Mountain Grass. Free. http://www.rhythmontheriversc.com

UNCORKED LOVE WINE TASTING: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Friday at the Cotton Grill, 711 E. Main St., Lexington. Thirty featured wines, appetizers and desserts, wine raffle and silent auction with a portion of the proceeds benefitting the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Columbia. $15; tickets available at the door or in advance at Sam’s Fine Wine and Spirits, 5050 Sunset Blvd., Lexington. (803) 254-0118; http://www.rmhcofcolumbia.org

MASTERWORKS SERIES SEASON KICKOFF: 7:30 p.m. Friday at the Koger Center for the Arts. The Killer B’s kick off the S.C. Philharmonic’s 49th season. Ticket prices range from $17-$47. (803) 251-2222; http://www.capitoltickets.com

“OZ THE MUSICAL”: 7:30 p.m. Friday and 2:30 p.m. Saturday at the WaterShed Theatre at the Old Mill, 711 E. Main St., Lexington. $18; students, seniors and military, $16; age 12 and younger, $14. http://www.smarttix.com

“THE FOREIGNER”: 8 p.m. Friday, Saturdayand 3 p.m. Sunday at the Sumter Little Theatre, 14 Mood Ave. $20; students, seniors and military, $17. (803) 775-2150; http://www.sumterlittletheatre.org

“NEXT TO NORMAL”: 8 p.m. Friday, Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday at Trustus Theatre, 520 Lady St. Tickets are $27 for adults, $25 for military and seniors and $20 for students. (803) 254-9732; http://www.trustus.org

MOVIE NIGHT AT THE IRMO PARK: “The Lorax,” 8 p.m. Friday at Irmo Town Park, 1249 Lexington Ave. Gates open at 7:30 p.m. Sponsored by the ART Team, Prudential Midlands. Free, popcorn and water will be provided; canned goods will be accepted for Harvest Hope Food Bank.

“THE MUSIC MAN”: 8 p.m. Friday and 3 p.m. Sunday at Town Theatre, 1012 Sumter St. $20; age 65 and older, active duty military and full-time college students, $17; age 17 and younger, $12. (803) 799-2510; http://www.towntheatre.com

LAST CALL SERIES AT TRUSTUS: “Plan 9 from Outer Space,” 11:15 p.m. Friday and Saturdayat 520 Lady St. Doors open at 10:45 p.m. Tickets are $15, available at the door only. (803) 254-9732; http://www.trustus.org

SATURDAY

DAM SWIM FOR DREW: 8:30 a.m. Saturday at the SCE&G Park (Irmo side of the Lake Murray dam). Sponsored by the Lexington High School varsity swim team in memory of Joseph Drew Smith, the event promotes water and boating safety. Fundraiser for an indoor swimming facility in Lexington. http://sites.google.com/site/lhsdamswimfordrew

S.C. SHAKESPEARE COMPANY WORKSHOPS: An Actor’s Tricks for ages 11-13, 9 a.m.-noon Saturday. Script Study for ages 14-18, 1-4 p.m. Saturday. $45 per student per class; all sessions meet at the Columbia Music Festival Association, 914 Pulaski St. http://www.shakespearesc.org

RIVER SWEEP: 9 a.m.-noon Saturday. Meet at the west end of the Riverbanks Zoo parking lot by 8:45 a.m. for clean-up of the Lower Saluda River. Wear closed-toe shoes, dress for the weather and bring work gloves if you have them. Keep the Midlands Beautiful will provide trash bags, water and gloves. A waiver (available on site) is required for all volunteers. A parent or guardian must sign a waiver for all volunteers younger than 18. Unaccompanied youth must be age 14 or older; an adult must stay on site to supervise any youth group of three or more. (803) 733-1139

ANNUAL NABA BUTTERFLY COUNT: 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Saturday at Congaree National Park, 100 National Park Road, Hopkins. Day of field observations counting butterflies along the park’s trail system and within various habitats of Congaree. Free, but space is limited so advance registration is required, call (803) 776-4396. Participants should wear long pants and closed-toe shoes. Sun protection, bug spray, water, snacks, sack lunch and binoculars recommended.

CELEBRATE MY DRIVE TEEN DRIVING EXTRAVAGANZA: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday at Blythewood High School, 10901 Wilson Blvd. Food, music, DUI and rollover simulators, K-9 demo, children’s activities, prizes and more. Students accompanied by a parent/guardian will be eligible to win a new car. Sponsored by the S.C. National Safety Council. http://www.scnsc.org

VOTER EMPOWERMENT/REGISTRATION: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday at Meadowlake Park community center, 600 Beckman Road. Education, music, food and more, sponsored by the Richland County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. (803) 786-7796

CLYDE KEY GOSPEL JAMBOREE: Noon-6 p.m. Saturday at the Kershaw County Recreation Department, 1042 W. Oak St., Camden. Featured groups will include the High Hill Male Chorus, Sunday Avenue, Solid Ground, Bought by Blood, Broken Yesterday and Seventh Vessel. (803) 420-5202

“OZ THE MUSICAL”: 2:30 p.m. Saturday at the WaterShed Theatre at the Old Mill, 711 E. Main St., Lexington. $18; students, seniors and military, $16; age 12 and younger, $14. http://www.smarttix.com

TAI CHI: 3-4 p.m. Saturdays through Nov. 17 in the lobby of USC’s Gambrell Hall, College Street. $100. (803) 252-9085; http://www.chineseculturecenter.org

CAR SHOW AND CRUISE-IN: 4-8 p.m. Saturday at Fuddruckers, 1801 Bush River Road. Registration, $10; dash plaques, door prizes, 50/25-25 cash drawing, music and more. Rain date will be Sept. 29. Sponsored by the Columbia Classic Chevy Club, a portion of the proceeds will benefit Children’s Garden. (803) 356-2784; (803) 333-0396

CONTRA DANCE: 6:15-10:30 p.m. Saturday at the Arsenal Hill Park Building, 1800 Lincoln St. Music by Cabin Fever, caller will be Dean Snipes. Beyond beginners workshop, 6:15-7 p.m.; new dancers workshop, 7-7:30 p.m. $8 at the door; bring clean, soft-soled, non-marking shoes. (803) 760-5881; http://www.contracola.org

“THE FOREIGNER”: 8 p.m. Saturdayand 3 p.m. Sunday at the Sumter Little Theatre, 14 Mood Ave. $20; students, seniors and military, $17. (803) 775-2150; http://www.sumterlittletheatre.org

“NEXT TO NORMAL”: 8 p.m. Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday at Trustus Theatre, 520 Lady St. Tickets are $27 for adults, $25 for military and seniors and $20 for students. (803) 254-9732; http://www.trustus.org

SUNDAY

S.C. SHAKESPEARE COMPANY WORKSHOP: Script Study for ages 11-13, 2-5 p.m. Sunday at the Columbia Music Festival Association, 914 Pulaski St.; $45. http://www.shakespearesc.org

EARLY COLUMBIA LECTURE SERIES BUS TOUR: “The 20th Century: Columbia Celebrates 200 Years,” 2-5 p.m. Sunday. Meet at the Seibels House, 1601 Richland St. for a tour of historic Main Street and some surrounding neighborhoods; $10. (803) 252-1770; http://www.historiccolumbia.org

JOHN ROSEMOND WORKSHOP: “Parenting with Love and Leadership,” 2-5:30 p.m. Sunday at Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 3200 Trenholm Road. $10 per person; free child care for infants through fifth grade. http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=cuarzzbab&oeidk=a07e60w4i2b9f9f3482

“THE MUSIC MAN”: 3 p.m. Sunday at Town Theatre, 1012 Sumter St. $20; age 65 and older, active duty military and full-time college students, $17; age 17 and younger, $12. (803) 799-2510; http://www.towntheatre.com

“THE FOREIGNER”: 3 p.m. Sunday at the Sumter Little Theatre, 14 Mood Ave. $20; students, seniors and military, $17. (803) 775-2150; http://www.sumterlittletheatre.org

“NEXT TO NORMAL”: 3 p.m. Sunday at Trustus Theatre, 520 Lady St. Tickets are $27 for adults, $25 for military and seniors and $20 for students. (803) 254-9732; http://www.trustus.org

BEGINNER BALLROOM AND ROUND DANCE LESSONS: 3:30-5:30 p.m. Sundays at Yellow Rock Hall, 2211 Platt Springs Road, West Columbia. Advanced lessons (waltz and two-step experience), 5-6 p.m. $5 per lesson. No new students after Sept. 23. (803) 791-9767

MONDAY

RICHLAND 2 COMMUNITY EDUCATION CLASSES: Introduction to Computers, 1-3 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, Sept. 17-Oct. 10; limit 10 students. Introduction to Computers II, 1-3 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept. 18-Oct. 11. Classes meet at the W.R. Rogers Adult, Continuing and Technology Education Center, 750 Old Clemson Road. $60; age 60 and older, $30. (303) 736-8787; email pwilson@richland2.org

BEGINNER SQUARE DANCE LESSONS: 7-9 p.m. Mondays at Yellow Rock Hall, 2211 Platt Springs Road, West Columbia. $5 per lesson; free to active duty military and guests. No new students after Sept. 24. (803) 356-2170

UPCOMING EVENTS

SHEPHERD’S CENTER OF ST. ANDREWS: Fall session of Adventures in Learning, 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Sept. 18-Nov. 13, at Ashland United Methodist Church, 2600 Ashland Road. Interfaith learning program for age 50 and older. Classes include Meet Your Legislators and Policy Makers, Christian Perspectives on Issues in the 2012 National Elections, Put Yourself in the Giving: Crafts for Holidays and Celebrations, A Festival of Poets, Golden Age of Radio, Becoming Tech Savvy, Playing Chimes in the Comfort Zone, Readers Circle, In the News, Classic Movies and Great Stars, art, tai chi, line dancing and creative writing. Three classes per day for the entire session, $25; catered lunch with entertainment, $6.50. (803) 731-9394; http://www.shepherdscenterofstandrews.org

RICHLAND 2 COMMUNITY EDUCATION CLASSES: Introduction to Computers II, 1-3 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept. 18-Oct. 11. Classes meet at the W.R. Rogers Adult, Continuing and Technology Education Center, 750 Old Clemson Road. $60; age 60 and older, $30. (303) 736-8787; email pwilson@richland2.org

EARLY COLUMBIA LECTURE SERIES: “The 20th Century: Columbia Celebrates 200 Years,” 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Oct. 9. at the Seibels House, 1601 Richland St. Sept. 18 class topic will be “Urban Renewal and Suburban Annexation.” $10, (space will be limited). (803) 252-1770; http://www.historiccolumbia.org

AMERICA’S BOATING COURSE: 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays through Oct. 9 at Flotilla Island, Johnson Marina Road (off U.S. 76). $35; couples, $50; sponsored by the Lake Murray Power Squadron. (803) 572-1602

BEGINNER SQUARE DANCE LESSONS: 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays at Yellow Rock Hall, 2211 Platt Springs Road, West Columbia. $5 per lesson; free to active duty military and guests. No new students after Oct. 2. (803) 791-9767

INTERMEDIATE BASKET WEAVING: 1-4 p.m. Sept. 20 and 21 at Edisto Discovery Park, 1914 Wiley St. $65; includes materials and supplies. (803) 545-3093

ROCK FOR LICS: Dinner and dancing, 6:30-10 p.m. Sept. 20 at Lexington United Methodist Church, 309 E. Main St., Lexington. Music by the Swing Set Band, $20. Proceeds benefit Lexington County Interfaith Service; deadline is Saturday. (803) 359-6838

USC SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: 7:30 p.m. Sept. 20 at the Koger Center for the Arts, 1051 Greene St. David Kim, former Columbia resident and concertmaster of the Philadelphia Orchestra will be guest performer. $25; seniors, USC faculty and staff, $20; students, $8. (803) 251-2222; http://www.capitoltickets.com

“THE FOREIGNER”: 8 p.m. Sept. 20-22 and 3 p.m. Sept. 23 at the Sumter Little Theatre, 14 Mood Ave. $20; students, seniors and military, $17. (803) 775-2150; http://www.sumterlittletheatre.org

“NEXT TO NORMAL”: 8 p.m. Sept. 20-22 and 3 p.m. Sept. 23 at Trustus Theatre, 520 Lady St. Tickets are $27 for adults, $25 for military and seniors and $20 for students. (803) 254-9732; http://www.trustus.org

“THE MUSIC MAN”: 8 p.m. Sept. 20-22 and 3 p.m. Sept. 23 at Town Theatre, 1012 Sumter St. $20; age 65 and older, active duty military and full-time college students, $17; age 17 and younger, $12. (803) 799-2510; http://www.towntheatre.com

SPIRIT OF AMERICA U.S. ARMY SHOW: 10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Sept. 21, 2 and 7:30 p.m. Sept. 22 at Colonial Life Arena, 801 Lincoln St. Patriotic show will feature the U.S. Army Band and soldiers from the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), which includes the Fife and Drum Corps, the Caisson Platoon, the Commander-in-Chief’s Guard, Continental Color Guard and the U.S. Army Drill Team. Free, but tickets are required. http://www.soa.mdw.army.mil/ticketing

CMC STEEL RHYTHM ON THE RIVER CONCERT SERIES: The Restoration, 6-9 p.m. Sept. 21 at the West Columbia Riverwalk Amphitheater. Free. http://www.rhythmontheriversc.com

“FORBIDDEN BROADWAY”: 7:30 p.m. Sept. 21, 22 and 3 p.m. Sept. 23 at Village Square Theatre, 105 Caughman Road, Lexington. $15-$19. (803) 359-1436; http://www.villagesquaretheatre.com

LAST CALL SERIES AT TRUSTUS: “Plan 9 from Outer Space,” 11:15 p.m. Sept. 21 and 22at 520 Lady St. Doors open at 10:45 p.m. Tickets are $15, available at the door only. (803) 254-9732; http://www.trustus.org

SANDHILL COMMUNITY YARD SALE: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Sept. 22 at Clemson’s Sandhill Research and Education Center, 900 Clemson Road. (farmers market location). Make money for your family, nonprofit, club or church group; 10x10 space, $25, table rentals, $10. Proceeds will benefit the Sandhill Farmers Market. Leftovers will be donated to charity. Vendor deadline is Saturday. Admission will be $1 per car and rain date will be Sept. 29. (803) 699-3190; http://www.clemson.edu/sandhill

GLENFOREST SCHOOL CHILI COOK-OFF AND FALL FESTIVAL: 10 a.m. Sept. 22 at 1041 Harbor Drive, West Columbia. Live music, games, exhibits, arts and crafts, laser tag, silent auction. Advance VIP all-access passes, $15 (all you can eat food, chili tasting, soft drinks, event attractions); $20 at the door. Age 10 and younger, free. Proceeds benefit student scholarships. (803) 796-7622; http://www.fallfest.glenforest.org

SCULPTING SCARECROWS WORKSHOP: Noon-2 p.m. Sept. 22 at the Hampton-Preston Mansion & Gardens, 1615 Blanding St. Decorate a scarecrow to take home or enter in the Scarecrows in the Garden contest. $20; Historic Columbia Foundation members, $15 (add $5 for contest entry). Proceeds benefit HCF. (803) 252-1770, ext. 24 or email reservations@historiccolumbia.org

COMMUNITY DAY AND VOTER REGISTRATION DRIVE: Noon-5 p.m. Sept. 22 at Friendship Baptist Church, 2604 Lower Richland Blvd., Hopkins. (803) 699-1009

STORY SQUAD “ONCE UPON A TIME” REMIXED: 2 p.m. Sept. 22 at Harbison Theatre, Midlands Technical College, 7300 College St., Irmo. $9-$10; http://www.etix.com/ticket/online/performanceSearch.jsp?performance_id=1650562

ARTS AT SHANDON: Arts carnival, noon-4 p.m. Sept. 23 at Shandon Presbyterian Church, 607 Woodrow St. (803) 771-4408, ext. 27; http://www.shandonpres.org

AKC RESPONSIBLE DOG OWNERS DAY: 12:30-4:30 p.m. Sept. 23 at the Greater Columbia Obedience Club training facility, 847 S. Stadium Road (Unit 10). Games, bite prevention program, veterinary presentation, dog sport demonstrations and Canine Good Citizen Test. Free (except for a small fee to take the CGC test); open to the public and their leashed, vaccinated, friendly dogs. (803) 238-8740; http://www.akc.org

CUTS FOR CANCER: 1-5 p.m. Sept. 23 and 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 24 at the Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology, 449 St. Andrews Road. Students (under supervision) will offer $5 haircuts, waxing, mini manicures and pedicures with all proceeds benefitting Children’s Chance. Services performed on a walk-in basis only.

CABARET NIGHT: 6-8:30 p.m. Sept. 23 at 701 Whaley St. Performances, silent and live auctions with proceeds benefitting the Columbia Classical Ballet. Doors open at 6 p.m.; live auction and performances at 7:30 p.m.; $45. (803) 252-9112

SCARECROWS IN THE GARDEN CONTEST: Entry deadline is Sept. 24 for the exhibit Sept. 30-Oct. 31 at the Hampton-Preston Mansion. Registration is $10 for families and individuals, $10 for classrooms and $20 for businesses and organizations. Proceeds benefit the Historic Columbia Foundation. (803) 252-1770, ext. 24 or http://www.hcfscarecrows.eventbrite.com

WHISPERS BUTTERFLY RELEASE: 5:30 p.m. Sept. 25 at the State House. Participants will release butterflies in memory or honor of a relative or friend who has been affected by ovarian cancer or other female-related cancers. Sponsored by the Riverbanks Region Chapter of the S.C. Ovarian Cancer Foundation, proceeds will help further the group’s education efforts. (803) 926-3462; http://www.ovariancancermidlands.org

EARLY COLUMBIA LECTURE SERIES: “The 20th Century: Columbia Celebrates 200 Years,” 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Oct. 9. at the Seibels House, 1601 Richland St. Sept. 25 class topic will be “Desegregation and Local Control.” $10, (space will be limited). (803) 252-1770; http://www.historiccolumbia.org

VIKING GOLF TOURNAMENT: 11 a.m. Sept. 26 at Woodcreek Farms, 310 Club Ridge Road, Elgin. Sponsored by the Spring Valley High Education Foundation, proceeds will benefit academic enrichment materials for classrooms, technology and the Free After School Tutoring Program. $85; two-member teams, $170 (includes cart, green fees, snacks, cookout, beverages and prizes). (803) 699-3500, ext. 69061; http://www.supportspringvalley.org

“THE MUSIC MAN”: 8 p.m. Sept. 26-29 and 3 p.m. Sept. 30 at Town Theatre, 1012 Sumter St. $20; age 65 and older, active duty military and full-time college students, $17; age 17 and younger, $12. (803) 799-2510; http://www.towntheatre.com

POND MANAGEMENT CLINIC: 2-5 p.m. Sept. 27 in the County Conference Room, 605 W. Main St., Lexington. Topics include pond construction, permits and wetlands, pond buffers and management; $10. Sponsored by the Lexington Conservation District, registration deadline is 3 p.m. Sept. 24. (803) 359-3165, ext. 3

CMC STEEL RHYTHM ON THE RIVER CONCERT SERIES: Trent Jeffcoat, 6-9 p.m. Sept. 28 at the West Columbia Riverwalk Amphitheater. Erin Thomas will open. Free. http://www.rhythmontheriversc.com

“FORBIDDEN BROADWAY”: 7:30 p.m. Sept. 28, 29 and 3 p.m. Sept. 30 at Village Square Theatre, 105 Caughman Road, Lexington. $15-$19. (803) 359-1436; http://www.villagesquaretheatre.com

LAST CALL SERIES AT TRUSTUS: “Plan 9 from Outer Space,” 11:15 p.m. Sept. 28 and 29 at 520 Lady St. Doors open at 10:45 p.m. Tickets are $15, available at the door only. (803) 254-9732; http://www.trustus.org

DREHER HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1982: 30-year reunion, 6-9 p.m. Sept. 29 at Jillian’s, 800 Gervais St. Free, sponsorships encouraged; cash bar. Other classes welcome. (803) 296-5384; email dtolson@intermedical.us or rebeccaglong@att.net