TODAY
SHORT STACKS FOR BIG CHANGE: Pancake breakfast fundraiser to benefit Harvest Hope Food Bank, 7:30-10:30 a.m. today at Fatz, 5590 Forest Drive; $7. Canned goods may also be dropped off through Sunday. (803) 782-1183
FALL FOR THE FARMER DAY: 9 a.m.-noon today at the Kershaw County Farmers Market, 631 W. DeKalb St., Camden (behind First Community Bank). Scarecrow contest, cooking demo, children’s activity, storytime, scavenger hunt. http://www.kcfarmersmarket.org
BEARCATS ON THE PROWL CHARITY WALK: 9 a.m. today at Brookland-Cayce High School, 1300 State St. 2.7-mile walk through the halls of B-C High, the streets of Cayce and Riverwalk Park; proceeds benefit the BCHS Educational Foundation. $20 (alumni and friends); teachers, $10; students, free. Registration begins at 8 a.m. http://www.brooklandcaycefoundation.org
TRICKS AND TREATS AT THE STATE MUSEUM: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. today at 301 Gervais St. Balloon art, Haunted Halloween Party, scavenger hunt, crafts, pumpkin painting, Day of the Dead activities. Free with museum admission or membership; come in costume and receive a $1 admission discount. (803) 898-4921; http://www.museum.state.sc.us
CAMDEN ANTIQUES FAIR: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. today; 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday at Rhame Arena, 517 Bull St., Camden; $10. Proceeds will benefit the National Steeplechase Museum and Kershaw Habitat for Humanity. (803) 243-0948; http://www.camdenantiquesfair.com
FAM FEST: Forest Acres Music Festival, 1-9 p.m. today on the rooftop of Richland Mall, Beltline Boulevard and Forest Drive. BeauSoleil avec Miles Doucet will headline, local groups include Swing 42, Black Iron Gathering and Reggie Sullivan’s Rock Band, C.B. Smith, Carolina Fireballsc and Eric Brace & Peter Cooper. Sponsored by the Cultural Council of Richland and Lexington Counties and the City of Forest Acres, the event will feature children’s activities, food and drink vendors, prize giveaways and more. $5 in advance, $8 at the gate (age 12 and younger, free); VIP tickets, $20 (reserved seating and hospitality with the artists). (803) 799-3115; http://www.smartarts.info
HOOPS FOR LIFE: Women’s basketball, 3 p.m. today at Bluff Road Park, 148 Carswell Drive. DJ, food, entertainment; $3. Sponsored by the Richland County Recreation Commission, proceeds from the Breast Cancer Month Awareness event will benefit the Palmetto Health Foundation. (803) 776-8698
PLANETS FOR THE PEOPLE: Sidewalk stargazing, 5:30-10 tonight in front of the Hunter-Gatherer, 900 Main St. Free. Sponsored by the State Museum and the Midlands Astronomy Club.
SANDHILL FALL FESTIVAL: 6-9:30 tonightand 3-8:30 p.m. Sunday at Sandhill Research and Education Center, 900 Clemson Road. Hayride, pumpkin patch, haunted forest. Corn maze and petting zoo on Sunday. Bring three cans of food for Harvest Hope Food Bank with regular admission and receive a Chick-fil-A food coupon or a Sandhill Buck good for games, concessions or pony rides at the festival. $10; ages 4-12, $5; free parking. http://www.clemson.edu/public/rec/sandhill
BOO AT THE ZOO: 6-9 nightly through Oct. 30 at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, 500 Wildlife Parkway. Children age 12 and younger are invited to wear costumes for a spook-fest featuring Frankenstein’s Foam Zone, dance party, trick-or-treat trail and more. $8; members, $6. (803) 779-8717; http://www.riverbanks.org
CONTRA DANCE: 7:30-10:30 tonight at the Arsenal Hill Building, 1800 Lincoln St. Live music by the Blue Ridge Rounders, caller will be Kenny Greer. Beyond beginners workshop, 6:15-7 p.m.; new dancers workshop, 7-7:30 p.m. No partner necessary, bring clean, soft-soled, non-marking shoes. $8. (803) 760-5881; http://www.contracola.org
“DR. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDE”: Chapin Theatre Company production, 8 tonight at the Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College, 7300 College St., Irmo. $15; age 13 and older, seniors and active military, $12; age 12 and younger, $10. (803) 240-8544; http://www.chapintheatre.org
SUNDAY
CAMDEN ANTIQUES FAIR: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday at Rhame Arena, 517 Bull St., Camden; $10. Proceeds will benefit the National Steeplechase Museum and Kershaw Habitat for Humanity. (803) 243-0948; http://www.camdenantiquesfair.com
PARENTING BEYOND BELIEF WORKSHOP: 12:45-5 p.m. Sunday at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Columbia, 2701 Heyward St. Lunch at 12:45 p.m., workshop begins at 1:30 p.m. Guest speaker will be author Dale McGowan. $30; couples, $50 (includes lunch and child care). (803) 799-0845; http://www.uucolumbia.org
JUMPING THE BROOM BRIDAL SHOW: 2-5 p.m. Sunday at DoubleTree by Hilton, 2100 Bush River Road. Multi-cultural bridal event will feature more than 60 vendors, dance performances, door prizes, fashion show and grooms lounge with Corey Jackson and Ernest Robinson. Tickets, $7; available at the door.
HEARTS AND HANDS FOREVER WALK: 3-4:30 p.m. Sunday at Riverfront Park, 312 Laurel St. Quarter-mile memorial walk for anyone who has been affected by the loss of a baby. A memorial service will follow in the amphitheater. (803) 296-2273; http://www.palmettohealth.org
SANDHILL FALL FESTIVAL: 3-8:30 p.m. Sunday at Sandhill Research and Education Center, 900 Clemson Road. Hayride, pumpkin patch, haunted forest, corn maze and petting zoo. Bring three cans of food for Harvest Hope Food Bank with regular admission and receive a Chick-fil-A food coupon or a Sandhill Buck good for games, concessions or pony rides at the festival. $10; ages 4-12, $5; free parking. http://www.clemson.edu/public/rec/sandhill
ARTS AT EBENEZER: 4 p.m. Sunday at Ebenezer Lutheran Church, 1301 Richland St. French and Italian music for recorder and harpsichord, featuring Jean Hein and Jerry Curry. Free. (803) 765-9430
ROCK YOUR ART OUT!: 5-8 p.m. Sunday at Art Smart Academy, 7320 Broad River Road. Food, live music, raffle and a Rockin’ Guitar pottery piece to paint. $50 per couple; proceeds will benefit Art for Heart’s Sake scholarships. (803) 667-9912; http://www.artsmartacademy.com
BOO AT THE ZOO: 6-9 nightly through Oct. 30 at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, 500 Wildlife Parkway. Children age 12 and younger are invited to wear costumes for a spook-fest featuring Frankenstein’s Foam Zone, dance party, trick-or-treat trail and more. $8; members, $6. (803) 779-8717; http://www.riverbanks.org
MONDAY
INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS II: 1-3 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays through Nov. 14 at the W.R. Rogers Adult, Continuing and Technology Education Center, 750 Old Clemson Road. For those who have completed the Introduction to Computers class. $60; age 60 and older, $30. (803) 736-8787, ext. 25103; http://www.richland2.org
BOO AT THE ZOO: 6-9 nightly through Oct. 30 at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, 500 Wildlife Parkway. Children age 12 and younger are invited to wear costumes for a spook-fest featuring Frankenstein’s Foam Zone, dance party, trick-or-treat trail and more. $8; members, $6. (803) 779-8717; http://www.riverbanks.org
TUESDAY
INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS: 1-3 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays through Nov. 15 at the W.R. Rogers Adult, Continuing and Technology Education Center, 750 Old Clemson Road. Basic skills for the complete beginner; class size limited to 10 students. $60; age 60 and older, $30. (803) 736-8787, ext. 25102; http://www.richland2.org
FALL FESTIVAL: 6-9 p.m. Tuesday at the Lexington Municipal Complex, 111 Maiden Lane, Lexington. Inflatables, costume contest, games, prizes, candy, food. $5; families, $15 (includes all food and ride activities). proceeds benefit the Adopt-a-Cop Fund of the Lexington Police Department and the Blue Star Mothers of the Midlands.
“MURDERED BY THE MOB”: Mystery dinner theatre, 6 p.m. Tuesday at the Cotton Grill, 711 E. Main St., Lexington (in the Old Mill). $45; includes three-course Italian dinner and wine (50 percent discount per bottle). Advance tickets at (803) 957-1996; http://www.cottongrill.com
BOO AT THE ZOO: 6-9 nightly through Oct. 30 at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, 500 Wildlife Parkway. Children age 12 and younger are invited to wear costumes for a spook-fest featuring Frankenstein’s Foam Zone, dance party, trick-or-treat trail and more. $8; members, $6. (803) 779-8717; http://www.riverbanks.org
INFANT CPR CLASS: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday at Palmetto Health Richland, 9 Medical Park Drive, Suite 130; $25. (803) 296-2273
WEDNESDAY
TRANSPORTATION PENNY MEETING: 2-4 p.m. Wednesday in the auditorium of the Richland County Public Library, 1431 Assembly St. Sponsored by Richland County government, the daytime meeting is an effort to better address the needs of those who may be transit dependent. (803) 576-2067
CAMERON RUNYAN OPEN HOUSE: 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at Drew Wellness Center, 2101 Walker Solomon Way.. Columbia City Councilman at-large will discuss issues with constituents. Call (803) 545-3061 to schedule an appointment.
ART CLASSES FOR BEGINNERS: 5-7:30 p.m. Wednesday 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
CAR SEAT SAFETY CLASS: 6-7 p.m. Wednesday at Palmetto Health Children’s Hospital, 7 Medical Park Drive, first floor conference room; free. (803) 296-2273
POLITICAL DEBATE: 6 p.m. Wednesday in the USC School of Law auditorium, 701 Main St. Learn what bipartisan problems affect the election this year and where the major party platforms stand on the issues. Free. Sponsored by the Honorable Matthew J. Perry Chapter of the Black Law Students Association, the Student Bar Association and the Law School Democrats.
BOO AT THE ZOO: 6-9 nightly through Oct. 30 at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, 500 Wildlife Parkway. Children age 12 and younger are invited to wear costumes for a spook-fest featuring Frankenstein’s Foam Zone, dance party, trick-or-treat trail and more. $8; members, $6. (803) 779-8717; http://www.riverbanks.org
THURSDAY
THE POWER OF A BETTER YOU: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursday at Virginia College, 7201 Two Notch Road. Health screenings (blood pressure, vision, cholesterol, heart rate), nutrition information, massages, free haircuts, nail design, manicures, resume and interviewing assistance, workforce services. (803) 509-7100; http://www.vc.edu
HEAD START AWARENESS DAY CELEBRATION: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursday at Finlay Park, 930 Laurel St. Special attractions and activities for children and program quality recognitions.
ROOFTOP RHYTHMS: 5-9 p.m. Thursday at Richland Mall, Beltline Boulevard and Forest Drive. Entertainment by Jet Lag Jones at 5 p.m. and the Root Doctors at 7 p.m. Fare from local restaurants, children’s costume contest as well as balloon artists, face painting, sidewalk chalk and a bounce house. New this week, an oyster roast, $12 per dozen; $10 in advance. http://www/rooftopoysterroast.eventbrite.com. Lawn chairs and blankets welcome
AFRICAN-AMERICAN CIVIL WAR LECTURE SERIES: 6-8:30 p.m. Thursday at the S.C. Department of Archives and History, 8301 Parklane Road. Free program will feature Joseph McGill (“The 54th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry”), Donald West (“Black Confederates”) and Allen Roberson (“The African-American Collection in the Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum”). (843) 408-7727; http://www.scdah.sc.gov
BOO AT THE ZOO: 6-9 nightly through Oct. 30 at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, 500 Wildlife Parkway. Children age 12 and younger are invited to wear costumes for a spook-fest featuring Frankenstein’s Foam Zone, dance party, trick-or-treat trail and more. $8; members, $6. (803) 779-8717; http://www.riverbanks.org
“DR. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDE”: Chapin Theatre Company production, 8 p.m. Thursday through Oct. 27 and 3 p.m. Oct. 28 at the Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College, 7300 College St., Irmo. $15; age 13 and older, seniors and active military, $12; age 12 and younger, $10. (803) 240-8544; http://www.chapintheatre.org
FRIDAY
FALL FESTIVAL AND HEALTH FAIR: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday at the Capital Senior Center, 1650 Park Circle (Maxcy Gregg Park). Senior service vendors and organizations, health screenings (preregister by calling (803) 296-2273), flu shots (bring Medicare card or $35), bake sale, door prizes, USC mascot Cocky, meet and greet performers from “Menopause: The Musical,” entertainment, exercise and dance class demonstrations, chili lunch, $5. (803) 779-1971; ext. 12; http://www.capitalseniorcenter.com
FALL FESTIVAL: 4-6 p.m. Friday at Forest Lake Park, 6820 Wedgefield Road. Games, activities, candy, costumes welcome; all ages. (803) 787-5000
FALL FESTIVAL: 5-7:30 p.m. Friday at Pinehurst Park, 2300 Pinehurst Road. Arts and crafts, face painting, costume contest, cake walk, miniature golf. (803) 733-8449
FALL FESTIVAL: 5-9 p.m. Friday and Oct. 27 at North Springs Park, 1320 Clemson Road. Bounce houses, games and candy. (803) 736-6070
FRIGHT NIGHT: 5:30-8 p.m. Friday at Trenholm Park, 3900 Covenant Road. Haunted Haven Alley and kid-friendly, non-scary fun. (803) 787-0216
FALL FESTIVAL: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Friday at Lorick Park, 1600 Lorick Ave. Games, costume contest, haunted house, Diva and Junior Diva Steppers performance. (803) 691-9339
HAPPY HOUR HISTORY TOURS OF THE VISTA: 5:30 p.m. Friday, meet next to Gervais & Vine, 620 Gervais St. Guided walking tours include cocktail and appetizer stops along the way. $25; Historic Columbia Foundation members, $20. Reservations encouraged. (803) 252-1770, ext. 24 or email reservations@historiccolumbia.org
HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL: 6-8 p.m. Friday at Caughman Road Park, 2800 Trotter Road, Hopkins. Games, activities, candy and arts and crafts for the entire family. (803) 783-0400
FALL FESTIVAL: 6-8 p.m. Friday at Meadowlake Park, 600 Beckman Road. Games, activities, bounce houses and candy for ages 3-12. (803) 754-4463
HALLOWEEN BASH: 6-8 p.m. Friday at Hyatt Park, 950 Jackson Ave. Costume contest, games, refreshments. (803) 733-8445
HALLOWEEN PARTY: 6-8 p.m. Friday at M.L. King Park, 2300 Greene St. Haunted house, games, activities, refreshments. (803) 733-8452
FLASHLIGHT CANDY HUNT: 6-9 p.m. Friday at Friarsgate Park, 1720 Chadford Road, Irmo. “Unscary” family event is an indoors search for candy. (803) 732-3220
SANDHILL FALL FESTIVAL: 6-9:30 Friday and Oct. 27; 3-8:30 p.m. Oct. 28 at Sandhill Research and Education Center, 900 Clemson Road. Hayride, pumpkin patch, haunted forest. Corn maze and petting zoo on Oct. 28. Bring three cans of food to benefit Harvest Hope Food Bank with regular admission and receive a Chick-fil-A food coupon or a Sandhill Buck good for games, concessions or pony rides at the festival. $10; ages 4-12, $5; free parking. http://www.clemson.edu/public/rec/sandhill
TERROR IN THE PARK EXPERIENCE: 7-11 p.m. Friday and Oct. 27 at North Springs Park, 1320 Clemson Road. For ages 11 and older. $8; $5 with two nonperishable food items. (803) 736-6070
CANDLELIGHT VIGIL: 7:30 p.m. Friday on the steps of the State House, Main and Gervais streets; vigil to promote domestic violence awareness.
CAYCE-WEST COLUMBIA JAYCEES HALL OF HORRORS: 7:30 p.m. Friday and Oct. 27; 6:30 p.m. Oct. 28 at 1153 Walter Price St., Cayce. $13; RIP (skip the line), $20; Sundays, $10-$15. Proceeds benefit local and state charities. http://www.hallofhorrors.com
FALL CONCERT SERIES: Hot Sauce, 7 p.m. Friday at Town Center Common, Village at Sandhill, Clemson and Two Notch Roads. http://www.villageatsandhill.com
UPCOMING EVENTS
ALTERNATIVE GIFT FAIR/INCREDIBLE EDIBLES SALE: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct. 27 at St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church, 900 Calhoun St. Holiday gift certificates to a variety of local and international charities will be sold; participating charities include Harvest Hope, Heifer International, American Red Cross, Pawmetto Lifeline and others. Baked goods, frozen entrees, homemade condiments, jams, jellies and other goodies will be available. (803) 765-1519
FALL OUTDOOR MARKET DAY: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct. 27 at Historic Camden Revolutionary War Site, 222 Broad St., Camden. collectibles, arts and crafts, flea market treasures, food concession and baked goods. Free parking, free admission. 15x15 spaces available, antique dealers, crafters, general vendors, $25; nonprofits, $15; day of the event walk-on vendors, $35. Proceeds benefit Historic Camden. Vendor fees due at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Historic Camden office (cash, check or MasterCard, VISA). (803) 432-9841; http://www.historic-camden.net
TRICKS AND TREATS AT THE STATE MUSEUM: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 27 at 301 Gervais St. Balloon art, Haunted Halloween Party, scavenger hunt, crafts, pumpkin painting, Day of the Dead activities. Free with museum admission or membership; come in costume and receive a $1 admission discount. (803) 898-4921; http://www.museum.state.sc.us
COMMUNITY WELLNESS WEEKEND: Oct. 27 and 28 at Drew Wellness Center, 2101 Walker Solomon Way. Oct. 27 schedule will include a health fair from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. with health screenings, food and nutrition vendors and information on disease prevention and healthy living; open house events will include a Zumba water aerobics class and cardio sampler classes. Oct. 28 events will be 2-6 p.m. and will include lap swimming and a special three-on-three basketball shootout. Teams interested in participating must register by Friday at the center. (803) 545-3100
PUMPKIN PATCH TRAIN RIDE: 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Oct. 27 at the S.C. Railroad Museum, 110 Industrial Park Road, Winnsboro. Riders will have an opportunity to get off the train at Greenbrier where each child will get to select a pumpkin; $15. (803) 712-4135; http://www.scrm.org
HALLOWEEN TRAIL OF TREATS: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 27 at Wildcat Hollow Stadium, Ballpark Road, Lexington. Sponsored by the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department, the family-oriented event is intended for children age 12 and younger to celebrate Halloween in a safe and secure environment. $1 per child, proceeds will be donated to charitable causes.
FALL FESTIVAL: 1:30-5 p.m. Oct. 27 at Lake Wateree Baptist Church, 5856 River Road, Ridgeway. Games, face painting, children’s Bible costume contest, cake walk, food and hayrides to Lake Wateree State Park. Free. (803) 337-2838
FALL FESTIVAL: 4 p.m. Oct. 27 at Fort Clark Baptist Church, 421 Veterans Row, Elgin. Games, food and door prizes. (803) 438-5071
HARVEST FESTIVAL: 4-8 p.m. Oct. 27 at the International Praise Church of God, 5071 Percival Road, Elgin. Celebration of the heritage of the bilingual Hispanic community in Richland County, free event will feature hayrides, bounce houses, music, food, bungee run, Richland County Sheriff’s Department KidPrint and 9-ft. deputy. (803) 227-8984
BEAKERS & BROOMSTICKS CELEBRATION: 5-8 p.m. Oct. 27 at EdVenture Children’s Museum, 211 Gervais St. Combine creepy thrills and science skills with mad experiments, costume contests, trick or treat stations, the Pumpkin Pulverizer and a celebration of El Dia de los Muertes. Admission is $9. (803) 779-3100; http://www.edventure.org
SPOOKTACULAR NIGHT AT THE CMA: 5-9 p.m. Oct. 27 at the Columbia Museum of Art, 1515 Main St. Family event will feature spooky tours through the museum’s collection, magic show, face painting, craft session and treats. Costumes welcome. Free with membership or admission. (803) 343-2213; http://www.columbiamuseum.org
FALL FESTIVAL: 5-9 p.m. Oct. 27 at North Springs Park, 1320 Clemson Road. Bounce houses, games and candy. (803) 736-6070
FALL FESTIVAL: 6-8 p.m. Oct. 27 at Pisgah Lutheran Church, 1350 Pisgah Church Road, Lexington. Trunk or treat, games for children and adults, food, costume contest, Choo Chee the Train rides, Haunted Hallway for age and older. (803) 359-2223; http://www.pisgahevents.com
SHOOT FOR THE STARS, BREAST CANCER SURVIVORS FASHION SHOW: 1-5 p.m. Oct. 28 in the Congaree Room at the State Museum, 301 Gervais St. Breast cancer information, resources, entertainment, door prizes, live auction and fashion show. $15; sponsored by Photos by Teresa, proceeds will benefit the National Breast Cancer Foundation. (803) 800-3078; http://www.photosolutions-sc.com/tickets.html
ARTS AT EBENEZER: 4 p.m. Oct. 28 at Ebenezer Lutheran Church, 1301 Richland St. Orchestral music by Handel and Bach. Third of four concerts celebrating the new Eric Herz harpsichord will feature Thomas J. White and the Ebenezer Festival Orchestra. Free. (803) 765-9430
COLUMBIA BAROQUE SOLOISTS: 4:30 p.m. Oct. 28 in the Spears Fine Arts Center at Columbia College, 1301 Columbia College Drive. “Fairest Isle” will feature a program of Baroque classics and Celtic folk music. Come early for the 4 p.m. Concert Conversations with Celtic harpist Leah Trent. $13 in advance, $15 at the door; students with ID, free. (803) 727-8555; http://www.columbiabaroque.com
HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS WORLD TOUR PREVIEW: 5 p.m. Oct. 28 at Eau Claire High School, 4800 Monticello Road. Three-point shootout competition, autograph session and a showcase of the team’s best material. $20; students with ID, $10. Proceeds will benefit the Sally R. Brasley Giving Hands Scholarship. (803) 600-7743
DAVID PHELPS IN CONCERT: 7 p.m. Oct. 28 at Mount Horeb United Methodist Church, 1205 Old Cherokee Road, Lexington; $15. (803) 359-3495; http://www.concertsatmthoreb.com
HALLOWEEN MIXER: 9 p.m.-midnight Oct. 29 at Crossroads Community Center, 2750 McCords Ferry Road, Eastover. Event for age 21 and older will feature door prizes and costume contest; ladies admitted free until 9:30 p.m. $15; with costume, $10. (803) 353-3266
HEALTH=WEALTH, FITNESS, FOOD AND LOSING WEIGHT: 6-8 p.m. Mondays, Oct. 29-Nov. 12, at Midlands Tecnical College Harbison Campus, 7300 College St., Irmo; $79. (803) 732-0432; http://www.mtctraining.com
FALL FESTIVAL: 6-8 p.m. Oct. 29 at Hopkins Park, 150 Hopkins Park Road. Games and candy; costumes welcome. (803) 783-9374
HALLOWEEN CELEBRATION: 2-6 p.m. Oct. 30 at the Sandhill Farmers Market, 900 Clemson Road. Trick or treating, pumpkin/gourd decorating, costume contests (ages 3 and younger, 4-6, 7-11), carved pumpkin contest, face painting, live music. (803) 699-3190
FALL FESTIVAL: 4-5:30 p.m. Oct. 30, Heathwood Park, 800 Abelia Road. Games, costume contest, scary stories and refreshments. (803) 733-8446
MONSTER BALL HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL: 6-8 p.m. Oct. 30 at Bluff Road Park, 148 Carswell Road. Games, activities and candy for ages 3-13; plus a friendly basketball game with “The Monsters.” (803) 776-8698
“THRILLER” ZOMBIE DANCE: 7 p.m. Oct. 30 at Eastover Park, 1301 Main St., Eastover. Performance by the Eastover Park dance group. If you’d like to participate, call (803) 353-7137 to register.
HEALTH=WEALTH, FITNESS, FOOD AND LOSING WEIGHT: 9-11 a.m. Wednesdays, Oct. 31-Nov. 14, at Midlands Tecnical College Harbison Campus, 7300 College St., Irmo; $79. (803) 732-0432; http://www.mtctraining.com
HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL: 3:30-5:30 p.m. Oct. 31 at Melrose Park, 1500 Fairview Road. Games, movies, costume contest, refreshments. (803) 733-8493
HALLOWEEN DROP-IN: 3:30-6 p.m. Oct. 31 at Edisto Discovery Park, 1914 Wiley St. Games, candy, refreshments. (803) 255-8103
HALLOWEEN DROP-IN: 4-6 p.m. Oct. 31 at Hampton Park, 1117 Brandon Ave. Costume contest, games, refreshments. (803) 776-9082
GHOSTS, GOONS & GOBLINS BASH: 4-6 p.m. Oct. 31 at Sims Park, 3500 Duncan St. Games, candy, activities, costume contest, refreshments. (803) 733-8451
HALLOWEEN PARTY: 4-7 p.m. Oct. 31 at Emily Douglas Park, 2500 Wheat St. Costume contest, candy, games, refreshments. (803) 733-8531
HALLOWEEN FESTIVITIES: 4-7 p.m. Oct. 31 at Woodland Park, 6500 Old Knight Parkway. Costume contest, games, arts and crafts, refreshments. (803) 776-1096
HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL: 4:30-7 p.m. Oct. 31 at St. Anna’s Park, 1316 Liberty Hill Ave. Games, music, costume contest, refreshments. (803) 733-8450
CHILDREN’S TRUNK OR TREAT: 6-7:30 p.m. Oct. 31 at Crossings Community Church, 2831 Clemson Road. (803) 736-3555; http://www.crossingscommunity.org
FALL FESTIVAL/TRUNK OR TREAT: 6-7:30 p.m. Oct. 31 at Greenlawn Baptist Church, 6612 Garners Ferry Road. (803) 776-4074
FALL FESTIVAL: 6-8 p.m. Oct. 31 at St. Andrews Park, 930 Beatty Road. Family fun will include a candy hunt for the kids. (803) 772-6598
TRUNK OR TREAT: 6-8 p.m. Oct. 31 at Church Unleashed @ Beulah, 9847 Garners Ferry Road, Hopkins. Carnival games, costume contests, inflatables, hayrides, face painting, candy. No unaccompanied children, please. (803) 776-2188; http://www.churchunleashed.cc
SPOOKTACULAR HALLOWEEN PARTY: 6-8 p.m. Oct. 31 at Greenview Park, 6700 David St. Costume contest, games, refreshments, candy. (803) 754-5223
HALLO DREAM MAMBO: 6-8:30 p.m. Oct. 31 at Denny Terrace Gymnasium, 6429 Bishop Ave. Games, activities and candy for age 12 and younger, costumes welcome. (803) 754-5290
TRUNK OR TREAT: 7-9 p.m. Oct. 31 at Rehoboth Baptist Church, 4646 Hard Scrabble Road. (803) 788-3397
CAYCE-WEST COLUMBIA JAYCEES HALL OF HORRORS: 7 p.m. Oct. 31 at 1153 Walter Price St., Cayce. $13; RIP (skip the line), $20. Proceeds benefit local and state charities. http://www.hallofhorrors.com
AARP DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM: 9 a.m.-noon Nov. 1 and 2 at the Adult Activity Center, 7494 Parklane Road. Participants who complete the six-hour course may be eligible for a discount from their auto insurance carrier. (803) 462-9995
FREE LEGAL CLINIC: Bankruptcy law issues, 6:30-8 p.m. Nov. 1 at the Richland County Public Library, Northeast Branch, 7490 Parklane Road. Sponsored by the S.C. Bar Pro Bono Program. (803) 799-6653, ext. 158
COMPUTER BASICS FOR SENIORS: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Fridays, Nov. 2 and 9, at Midlands Technical College Harbison Campus, 7300 College St., Irmo. $99. (803) 732-0432; http://www.mtctraining.com
S.C. MUSIC TEACHERS ASSOCIATION CONFERENCE: 8:45 a.m. Nov. 2 and 3 at the USC School of Music, 813 Assembly St. $80; members, $50; student members, $10 (by Oct. 24); after Oct. 24, $100/$70/$10. http://www.scmta.org
GROWING HOME SOUTHEAST OYSTER ROAST: 6-10 p.m. Nov. 2 at Carolina Haven, 920 Hemlock Drive (near Williams-Brice Stadium). Oysters, Lowcountry boil, chili, beer, wine, soft drinks, silent auction. $25; proceeds benefit Leaphart Place, a supportive housing complex for young adults who are aging out of foster care or other state-assisted living arrangements and are at risk for homelessness. (803) 791-5513
MAGIC OF CHAPIN: 7 p.m. Nov. 2 at the River Club at Saluda Shoals, 5605 Bush River Road. Greater Chapin Chamber of Commerce gala and awards benefit will feature live music, dancing and a silent auction. $45; tickets available at the Chamber House, 302 Columbia Ave., Chapin. (803) 345-1100; http://www.chapinchamber.com/specialevents
ARTS AT EBENEZER: Jory Vinikour in concert, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 2 at Ebenezer Lutheran Church, 1301 Richland St. Free, donations accepted for Homeworks of America. A reception will follow Vinikour’s performance on the Eric Herz harpischord. (803) 765-9430
MOVING FOR MEALS WALK: 8:30 a.m. Nov. 3 at the Shoppes of Flight Deck, 109 Old Chapin Road, Lexington. Two-mile fitness walk through downtown Lexington; $20. Sponsored by the Lexington County Recreation and Aging Commission, proceeds will benefit the Lexington County Meals on Wheels program. (803) 356-5111; http://www.lcrac.com
MONEYSMART TRAINING CLASS: 9-11 a.m. Nov. 3 at Rehoboth Baptist Church, 4646 Hard Scrabble Road. Youth financial training class for ages 11-14; sponsored by the church’s Deaconess Ministry. Free; bring a calculator. (803) 788-3397
