Thursday, Sep. 03, 2009

Almanac

MEETINGS

COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS

PUBLIC FORUMS: 7-8:30 tonight at the Ballentine Community Center, 1009 Bickley Road and 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10, at the Richland County Administration Building, 2020 Hampton St. Richland County residents are invited to speak out and learn about stormwater ordinances, buffers and proposed bagging of yard debris. (803) 576-2065 or e-mail pio@rcgov.us

COLDSTREAM GARDEN CLUB: 9:30 a.m. Monday, Sept. 14 at the home of Norma Biehl. The program will be “Introduction of Members.” All Coldstream residents are invited. Call Norma, (803) 781-8679, or Betty, (803) 772-7831.

PALMETTO PERSONAL COMPUTER CLUB: 6-8:30 Thursday, Sept. 10, at Capital Senior Center, 1650 Park Circle (Maxcy Gregg Park). Special Interest Groups meet before the main meeting; SIGs include Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Windows, Advanced Users and Beginner/Intermediate Users. www.palmettopc.org

HOBBIES/RECREATION

AGES 18 AND YOUNGER

LEARN TO ROW: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday and 2-6 p.m. Sunday for ninth- and tenth-graders at the Richland County Rowing Center, 1871 Omarest Drive. $25, will be applied to fall Youth Rowing Program fee; no experience necessary, must be able to swim. (803) 429-2597 or go to www.columbiarowingclub.com

FOR ADULTS

PALMETTO GOLD CLUB: Seminars, classes, workshops, luncheons, game nights, book and coffee clubs, bingo and other activities for ages 55 and older at the Palmetto Activity Center, 105 Summit Centre Circle, across from Summit Middle School. (803) 865-6516

CAPITAL SENIOR CENTER: Tai Chi, 9 a.m. and 5:45 p.m. Wednesdays, 11:15 a.m. Fridays. Yoga, 11 a.m. Wednesdays (beginners); 5:15 p.m. Wednesdays (multilevel); 10 a.m. Thursdays (advanced); 1:30 p.m. Fridays (neuropathy). 1650 Park Circle, (803) 779-1971

BUS TRIP: Asheville, N.C., Saturday, Dec. 19; $149 (includes lunch and admission to Biltmore House and Gardens). All trips have a nonrefundable deposit of $25. (803) 776-9127 or e-mail sheyrdav@hotmail.com

FOR ALL AGES

CONGAREE NATIONAL PARK: Visitor center open 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. at 100 National Park Road, Hopkins. Big tree hike, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12. Congaree Campfire Chronicles, guided tours through the forest as costumed interpreters reenact life in the floodplain, Fridays and Saturdays, Sept. 25, 26; Oct. 23, 24. Two-hour tours depart every 15 minutes 5:30-7:30 p.m. Guided canoe trips, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Free; reservations must be made two weeks in advance. Call (803) 776-4396, ext. 0, or go to www.nps.gov/cong.

UNEARTH PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST: Amateur photographers may submit color and black and white prints until 5 p.m. Friday, Sept. 18. Pictures should be taken at Saluda Shoals Park in the categories of general nature, human nature, black and white and digital creativity. Sponsored by the Saluda Shoals Foundation and the Irmo Chapin Recreation Commission, prizes will be awarded to the top three winners in adult and junior divisions. Call (803) 772-1228 or go to www.unearthsaluda.org for contest rules.

ADVENTURE CAROLINA: Edisto River trip, 10 a.m. Saturday. Broads on the Broad, 10 a.m. Monday; Congaree River canoe trip and barbecue, 2 p.m. Monday. After-work kayak trips, 6 p.m. Tuesdays through Sept. 22. Congaree River history tour, 2 p.m. Wednesday. Saturday activities include 8 a.m. basic and whitewater kayak classes; noon tube launches and 2 p.m. Congaree River trips. Sunday trips include Saluda River, noon and Congaree River, 2 p.m. Adventure Carolina is at 1107 State St., Cayce. (803) 796-4505

CLASSES, WORKSHOPS, LECTURES

AGES 18 AND YOUNGER

HANDWRITING CAMPS: Perfecting Print, 4-5:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Fridays through Sept. 25; for students in grades 1-3. Conquering Cursive, 4-5:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Fridays, Oct. 2-23; for students in grades 3 and up. Classes meet at Sylvan Learning Center, Village at Sandhill. (803) 741-0999

DANCE CLASSES: Ballet, tap, jazz, modern, lyrical and hip hop, Tuesdays at Caughman Road Park, 1800 Trotter Road, Hopkins. Ages 3-4, 5:55-6:25 p.m.; ages 5-6, 6:30-7 pm.; ages 10 and older, 7-7:45 p.m. A session for boys in grades 2-5 will meet 5-5:45 p.m. $20 per month. (803) 783-0400

FOR ADULTS

SHEPHERD’S CENTER OF ST. ANDREWS: Interfaith learning program for ages 50 and older meets Tuesdays, Sept. 15 through Nov. 17, at Ashland UMC, 2600 Ashland Road. New this fall: “A Brief History of Africa in 9½ Chapters,” “Understanding South Carolina Government,” “The Science of Baseball,” “Lesser-Known Women of the Bible,” “A Study of Southern Fiction” and “Basic Digital Photography.” Regular class offerings include bridge, classic movies, creative writing, quilting and Spanish. Lunch is available for $6.50, followed by entertainment or a speaker. Tuition for the 10-week program is $25; registration begins at 8:30 a.m. Sept. 15, classes begin at 9:30 a.m. (803) 731-9394

RICHLAND 2 ADULT EDUCATION: High school diploma, GED test preparation, HSAP remediation, WorkKeys, skills lab, English as a Second Language and adult basic education, classes begin Tuesday. Also accepting registration for community education classes — Introduction to Computers, 1-3 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, Sept. 14-Oct. 12; $60, seniors, $30. Introduction to Computers II, 1-3 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept. 15-Oct. 8; $60, seniors, $30. All classes meet at the W.R. Rogers Center, 750 Old Clemson Road. Call (803) 736-8787, ext. 301, or go to www2.richland2.org/tech/rogerscenter/

CREATIVITY WORKSHOP: 9-11 a.m. Saturdays, Sept. 12-Oct. 17, at Village Artists gallery, Village at Sandhill. Expand your creative horizons through poetry, musical exercises, painting and writing. $150; $50 deposit, balance due before classes start. (803) 699-8886

FINE ART DRAWING AND PAINTING CLASSES: Mondays and Tuesdays at Quail Lane Racquet & Swim Club, 4927 Quail Lane. Drawing and watercolor, mixed media painting, 9:30 a.m.-noon Mondays. Drawing and oil, acrylic and mixed media painting, 5:30-8 p.m. Mondays and 9:30 a.m.-noon Tuesdays. www.francesmnelson.com

CAPITAL SENIOR CENTER: Fall sessions include a Shakespeare literature course featuring Jack Dillard Ashley, 2-3:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays through Oct. 15; beginners’ cribbage, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays; healthy cooking, noon Mondays, Sept. 14-28; paddle smart water safety class, workshop for beginner kayakers, 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15; Breakfast for your Brain, for ages 50 and older, 8-8:45 a.m. Thursdays, Oct. 1-Nov. 5; $5 for CSC members; $15 for non-members; limit 20 participants. All other activities are free for CSC members; $20 per year for non-members. (803) 779-1971

RICHLAND 1 ADULT EDUCATION CLASSES: Adult literacy, 8:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Mondays-Wednesdays; free. English as a Second Language, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays and 6-8 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays; fees vary. GED preparation, 9 a.m.-noon Mondays-Thursdays and 6-8 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at various sites in the community. Students cannot be currently enrolled in high school, $50. High school diploma, 8:20 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays; half credit, $25, full credit, $50. For ages 17 and older with 16 credits. HSAP math prep, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Tuesdays-Thursdays and 6-8 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays; $25. Child care training, 6-9 p.m. Saturdays, Oct. 3-18, $40. All classes meet at the Adult Education Office, 2612 Covenant Road, unless otherwise noted. Call (803) 343-2935 to register.

ART BASICS: 6-8 p.m. Mondays at Art Shack Gallery Cafe, 2701-A Rosewood Drive. Six-week session taught by Mary How covers fundamentals of drawing, painting and clay; $150 (includes materials). (803) 269-8730 or go to www.angelfishcreations.com to register.

BRIDGE LESSONS: ACBL course, “Bidding in the 21st Century,” 6:30-9 p.m. Thursdays, Sept. 10-Nov. 5, at Capital Senior Center, Maxcy Gregg Park. $90, includes textbook. Also offering “Defense,” same times, same price. Mary Townhill, (803) 359-7640 or e-mail maryt915@aol.com.

MORTGAGE DEFAULT, FORECLOSURE PREVENTION WORKSHOPS: 9-11:30 a.m., noon-2:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, at Columbia Metro Baptist Association, 1929 Gadsden St.; 1-3:30, 5-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17, at Suggs & Kelly, 500 Taylor St. in the Community Vista Room. Homeowners should bring the following documents: current mortgage statement and any other legal documents; recent pay stubs and/or other proof of household income (SSI, VA, child support); recent utility bill, bank statement; and tax return with W-2 forms. Free, but preregistration is required; call (877) 300-9343 or register at www.savemyhomeworkshops.org

LEXINGTON 2 ADULT EDUCATION: Certified Nursing Assistant class, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, Sept. 14-Oct. 9 or 6-9 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays Sept. 15-Nov. 18; $575. Also offering GED preparation at Gaston and Swansea, WorkKeys, high school diploma, English as a Second Language and GED online. Classes meet at Granby Education Center, 1407 Dunbar Road, Cayce. (803) 739-4048

FOR ALL AGES

AMERICA’S BOATING COURSE: 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays, Sept. 15-Oct. 13, at Flotilla Island, end of Johnson Marina Road. Presented by the Lake Murray Power Squadron, the course offers boating safety and education for all ages, meets educational requirements for boat operation in all states and qualifies youth younger than 16 to operate watercraft without adult supervision. $35, couples, $50; includes course materials. (803) 665-2144 or go to www.lmpsonline.org

ART CLASSES: Enrolling all ages, Art Shack Gallery and Cafe, 2701-A Rosewood Drive. (803) 799-9409 or go to www.artshackgallery.com to register.

PUBLIC LIBRARIES

Advance registration required for most programs

RICHLAND COUNTY

All Richland County Public Library locations will be closed Sunday and Monday for Labor Day

ST. ANDREWS REGIONAL BRANCH: Kids’ Cozy Corner, story time for all ages, 10:30 a.m. Thursdays. Teen Game Time, join your friends for a round of video games, 3-5 p.m. Thursdays. Story Time for all ages, 10:30 a.m. Saturdays. Tai Chi Fundamentals II for adults, 11 a.m. Saturday. Hey! Listen to This! for all ages, 4 p.m. Tuesdays. Mind Games for adults, 1-3 p.m. Tuesday and Sept. 22; keep your wits sharp with Sudoku, chess or crosswords. Book Banter for adults, 7 p.m. Tuesday; selection is “The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Society” by Mary Ann Shaffer. Read with Curious George for all ages, 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays. Let’s Speak English for adults, 10 a.m. Tuesdays beginning Sept. 15. Sew Divine, A Gathering of Crafters for adults, 12:30-2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15. Clear Vision for teens, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15; bassist Tyrone Mack and keyboard/saxophonist Willie Wilson perform contemporary jazz standards and original works. Turtles are Cool!, 4 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17; ages 3-12 can learn more about turtles with Stacy Jensen from Sesquicentennial State Park. Computer Basics: Introduction to Computers for adults, 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17. This Little Piggy Went to the Library, 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 24; stories and craft session for ages 3-12, Computer Basics: Basic Internet for adults, 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 24. Simply Savvy Scrappin’ Part I for adults, 7 p.m. Sept. 29; save your special memories in scrapbooks, materials included. 2916 Broad River Road, (803) 772-6675

THE LINK, BALLENTINE: Hey! Listen to This! for all ages, 11 a.m. Fridays. 1321 Dutch Fork Road, (803) 781-5026

SANDHILLS BRANCH: Preschool Story Time for ages 3-5, 10:30 am. and 3:30 p.m. Thursdays. Story Time for all ages, 11 a.m. Saturdays. Sew Divine, A Gathering of Crafters for adults, 1-2:30 p.m. Tuesdays. At Your Library: Catalog Training for homeschoolers ages 6-12 9:30 a.m. Wednesdays. Book Group for adults, 7 p.m. Wednesday and 1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17; selection is “The Year of Fog” by Michelle Richmond. Garden Like a Master: Composting the Easy Way for adults, 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10. Now I Am One!, 10:30 a.m. Mondays beginning Sept. 14; stories and songs for you and your child ages 12-23 months. Kids Kraft: All for Fall, ages 6-8, 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 16. Free Legal Clinic: Filing for Bankruptcy for adults, 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17; 30-45 minute presentation and an open Q&A session. Call (803) 799-4015, ext. 158, to register. Teen Craft: Duck Tape Creations, 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22. 1 Summit Parkway, (803) 699-9230

NORTHEAST REGIONAL BRANCH: Family Story Time, 11 a.m. Saturdays. Sew Divine, A Gathering of Crafters for adults, 11 am.-12:30 p.m. Tuesday and Sept. 15. Weekly Wednesday Chapters for ages 9-12, 3:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Book Group for adults, 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10; selection is “The Good Earth” by Pearl S. Buck. It’s Grandparents’ Day! for all ages, 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 12: enjoy stories about kids and their grandparents and make a gift for your own. Hey! Listen to This! for all ages, 10:30 a.m. Mondays beginning Sept. 14. Let’s Speak English for adults, 7 p.m. Mondays beginning Sept. 14. Now I Am One!, 10:30 a.m. Thursdays, Sept. 17, 24; stories and songs for you and your child ages 12-23 months. Computer Basics: E-mail Basics for adults, 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17. Go Domino!, 3:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 18; ages 9-12 will learn the game and create art with dominoes. Comics and Graphic Novels for teens, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19. It’s Raining Meatballs!, 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22; ages 6-8 celebrate the release of the movie version of “Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs.” Hip2crafts for adults, 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26; gathering features something different every month. Bring a portable project — beading, altered art, knitting, crochet, macrame, drawing, Artist Trading Cards or embroidery. 7490 Parklane Road, (803) 736-6575

BLYTHEWOOD BRANCH: Digital Photography Club for teens, 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 12; members vote for a winner each month; a drawing will be held in December for a $20 gift certificate. Pig Out on Apples, 4 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15; ages 3-8 can go hog-wild on apple stories and make an apple-licious craft, curly tail and all. Attention Babysitters!, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17; teens learn how to select books to keep their charges occupied. Horsing Around, 4 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 29 horse stories and a craft for ages 3-12. 218 McNulty Road, (803) 691-9806

COOPER BRANCH: Now I Am One! 10:30 a.m. Thursdays; stories and songs for you and your child ages 12-23 months. Family Story Time for all ages, 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays and 11 a.m. Saturdays, Sept. 12, 26. Book Group for adults, 10 a.m. Monday, Sept. 14; selection is “The Boy in the Striped Pajamas” by John Boyne. Knitwits for ages 12 and older, 6 p.m. Tuesdays, Sept. 15, 29; all materials provided. Pajamarama Bedtime Story Time for all ages, 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17. Reader’s Theater, 6:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 21, ages 9-12 read stories and plays out loud; prepare to have fun, no stage experience necessary. “Take Her to Sea, Mr. Murdoch: Capt. E.J. Smith on the Titanic” for adults, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30; Howard Burnham traces the story of transatlantic steam navigation and gives his spin on the maritime disaster. 5317 N. Trenholm Road, (803) 787-3462

SOUTHEAST REGIONAL BRANCH: Computer Basics: Introduction to Computers for adults, 9:30 a.m. Saturday and Sept. 19; Tuesday and Sept. 22. Story Time for all ages, 11 am. Saturdays. Mother Goose Story Time for ages 12 months and younger, 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays. Sew Divine, A Gathering of Crafters for adults, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Let’s Speak English for adults, 7 p.m. Tuesdays. Hey! Listen to This! for all ages, 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays. Now I Am One!, stories and songs for you and your child 12-23 months, 9:30 a.m. Thursdays beginning Sept. 10. Pajamarama Story Time for all ages, 7 p.m. Mondays beginning Sept. 14. Third Thursday Book Group for adults, 7 p.m. Sept. 17; selection is “The Picture of Dorian Gray” by Oscar Wilde. Puppetpalooza, 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 19; all-ages puppet show followed by a puppet-making session. Get Creative! Scrapbooking Mini Books for adults, 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19; all materials provided. Game On! Mario Kart for teens, 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26; get behind the wheel and challenge your friends in this high-energy video game. Japanese tea ceremony for adults, 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26; Reiko Blackwell interprets the principles of Japanese philosophy through the ancient tradition. There will also be a kimono display; call (803) 772-6675 to register. 7421 Garners Ferry Road, (803) 776-0855

NORTH MAIN BRANCH: Sew Divine, A Gathering of Crafters for adults, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. today and Thursday, Sept. 17. Silver Screen, free movies for adults ages 55 and older, 11 a.m. Fridays. Twixt-n-Between, 12:30 p.m. Saturday; ages 9-12 will be exposed to all sorts of great reads. Hey! Listen to This! for all ages, 11 a.m. Tuesdays. “Art-rageous” Back-to-School Portfolios, 4 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10; ages 9-12 use recycled materials to create a unique back-to-school portfolio. Computer Basics: Introduction to Computers for adults, 6:30 p.m. Thursdays, Sept. 10, 17, 24; and 11 a.m. Mondays, Sept. 14, 21, 28. Wii Are the Champions for all ages, 4:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 14; challenge your friends to a round of video games. Self-Defense for Women, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15; interactive workshop for adults, led by Black Belt Hall of Fame inductee Tony Thomas. Hooked on Crocheting for ages 9-12, 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 16; bring your hook and yarn to learn or share your latest creations. Mind Your Manners, 4 p.m. Friday, Sept. 25; discussion of tea etiquette for teens. Page Turners Book Club for adults, 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 29; selection is “Just Too Good to Be True” by E. Lynn Harris. 5306 N. Main St., (803) 754-7734

EASTOVER BRANCH: Hey! Listen to This!, stories and songs for all ages, 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays. Back to School Bash for all ages, 2:30-5:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 14; learn about library resources and make a craft to celebrate National Library Card Sign-up Month. Game On! Video Game Saturday for all ages, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Sept. 26. 608 Main St., Eastover, (803) 353-8584

WHEATLEY BRANCH: May I Pet Your Dog?, 4 p.m. Monday, Sept. 14; Teoti Anderson of Prescription Paws and some of her canine friends demonstrate animal safety for ages 3-12. 4931 Woodrow St., (803) 799-5873

MAIN LIBRARY: Story Time for all ages, 10:30 a.m. Saturdays. Teen Advisory Board, 3:30 p.m. Saturday. Literary Discussion Group for adults, 10 a.m. Tuesday; selection is “Will in the World: How Shakespeare Became Shakespeare.” Get Your Resume Ready for adults, 2-4 p.m. Tuesdays; bring work history including dates of employment and company contact information. Let’s Speak English for adults, 10 a.m. Wednesdays. Preschool Story Time for ages 3-5, 3:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Great Books Discussion Group for adults, 7 p.m. Wednesday; selection is “The Prince” by Niccolo Machiavelli. Hands On Art for ages 2-4, 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 11; dress for a mess. Get Research Ready: Back to School for Middle School for ages 11-15, 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 12. Teen Idol Auditions, 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12 and Sunday, Sept. 20. Garden Like a Master: Composting the Easy Way for adults, 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 13. Homeschool Morning at RCPL, 10 a.m.-noon Monday, Sept. 14; younger children will enjoy a story time and tour of the Children’s Room while middle and high school students discover educational resources at the library. Toddler Story Time for you and your 2-year-old, 10:30 a.m. Mondays beginning Sept. 14. Teen Otaku Association, 6-8 p.m. Mondays beginning Sept. 14; join your friends for anime videos, refreshments and fun. inbeTWEEN time: Meet the Book Series for ages 9-12, 6-8 p.m. Mondays, Sept. 14 and Nov. 9; create jazzy school supplies and discover great books about life. Now I Am One!, 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays beginning Sept. 15; stories and songs for you and your child ages 12-23 months. Hey! Listen to This! for all ages, 10:30 am. Wednesdays beginning Sept. 16. Business Start-Up 101 for adults, 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 17; James R. Pettit of the Small Business Development Center will discuss personal analysis, legal structures, business plans, financing your business, licensing and registration. Mother Goose Story Time for babies up to 12 months, 10:30 a.m. Thursdays, Sept. 17, 24. Afternoon of Puppets for all ages, 4 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17. Download Workshop, NetLibrary and Overdrive for adults, 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17. Steps and Stories, 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 19; dance-based story time for all ages. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter __— Oh My! An Introduction to Social Networking for adults, 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 20. Students Unite!, 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 24; join your friends and meet 19-year-old author Isam Fukui (“Truancy” and “Truancy Origins”). Ask Mr. Smartypants for adults, 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 27; annual meeting of the Friends of the RCPL will feature discussion and book signing with Lane Filler, author of “Ask Mr. Smartypants.” “I Have a Problem With That: From the Cradle to Prison” for adults, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 29; Cynthia Pryor Hardy leads a panel discussion with community leaders on possible solutions for at-risk African-American youth. 1431 Assembly St., (803) 799-9084

KERSHAW COUNTY

All branches of the Kershaw County Library will be closed Monday for Labor Day.

CAMDEN BRANCH: Baby Story Time for ages 2 and younger, 10:30 a.m. Thursdays. Enjoying the Computer for adults, 6-7:30 tonight (five spaces available). Teens Teaching ’Tweens, 4 p.m. Tuesday; ages 8-11 will make a friendship necklace with Emma Buchanan (supplies included). Pajama Story Time for all ages, 7 p.m. Tuesdays. Get Set to Read for ages 3-4, 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays. Reader’s Story Time for ages 5-8. 11:15 a.m. Wednesdays. Lunch Bunch Stories for ages 4-5, 12:30 a.m. Wednesdays. Teen Advisory Group for ages 12-15, 4 p.m. Wednesday; Brenda Wilhite of the Santee Lynches Regional Education Center will discuss personal pathways to success. Enjoying Word 2003 computer class for adults, 10:30 a.m.-noon Friday, Sept. 11 (five spaces available). Free yoga class for adults and families, 2:30-3:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 13; prior registration required and a waiver must be returned in advance. XL1 Computer Class for adults, 2:30-4 p.m. Monday, Sept. 14. Library Book Club for adults, 6:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 14; selection is “The Art of Racing in the Rain” by Garth Stein. Roald Readers, 4 p.m. Tuesdays, Sept. 15-29; ages 10-14 will celebrate Roald Dahl’s birthday this month by reading “The Twits.” Enjoying the Internet computer class for adults, 2:30-4 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17. Enjoying PowerPoint 2003 computer class for adults, 10:30 a.m.-noon Saturday, Sept. 26. 1304 Broad St., (803) 425-1508

ELGIN BRANCH: Roald Readers, 4 p.m. Thursdays through Sept. 17; ages 10-14 will celebrate Roald Dahl’s birthday this month by reading “The Twits.” Get Set Ready to Read for ages 3-4, 10:30 a.m. Mondays beginning Sept. 14. Baby Story Time for ages 2 and younger, 11:15 a.m. Mondays beginning Sept. 14. 2652 Main St., (803) 438-7881

LEXINGTON COUNTY

All branches of the Lexington County Library System will be closed Monday for Labor Day.

IRMO BRANCH: Lapsit, 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays; stories, rhymes and songs for you and your child 11 months and younger. Preschool Story Time for ages 3-5, 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays. Paw-sitive Reading, 4 p.m. Tuesdays, students in 5K through second grade are paired with tutors and therapy dogs, reading aloud to improve reading, comprehension and communication skills, building confidence and self-esteem. Happy Healthy Kids presents Get Healthy and Stay Healthy for all ages, 6:15 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday, Sept. 24. Toddlertime for ages 1-2, 9:30 a.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays; sessions for ages 2-3 meet at 10:30 a.m. Internet Safety Seminar, 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10; information about online predators, social networking and cyberbullying for teens and parents. Chess Club for grades 6-12, 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 19. Talk Like a Pirate Day, 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19; grades 6-12 are invited to dress like a pirate and enjoy a screening of “Goonies.” Yu-Gi-Oh Championship Club for ages 7-14, 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 20; participants should read the rule book before dueling and bring their own dueling supplies. 6251 St. Andrews Road, (803) 798-7880

CHAPIN BRANCH: Preschool Story Time for ages 3-5, 1 p.m. Wednesdays. Toddlertime for you and your child 18-25 months, 11 a.m. Fridays beginning Sept. 11. 129 N.W. Columbia Ave., (803) 345-5479

WEST COLUMBIA BRANCH: Movie Afternoon for all ages, 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10. Toddlertime for ages 23 months and younger 10 a.m. Mondays beginning Sept. 14; ages 24-35 months meet at 10:45 a.m. Creative Dramatics II, 4 p.m. Mondays beginning Sept. 14; theater games and improvisation for ages 10-13. Creative Dramatics I for ages 6-9, 4 p.m. Tuesdays beginning Sept. 15. Preschool Story Time for ages 3-5, 10:45 a.m. Tuesdays beginning Sept. 15. Juvenile Book Discussion for ages 9-12, 4 p.m. Friday, Sept. 18. Bedtime Story Time, craft and stories for all ages, 6 p.m. Monday, Sept. 21. 1500 Augusta Road, (803) 794-6791

GASTON BRANCH: Preschool Story Time for ages 1½-4, 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays. Books & Beyond for ages 5 and older, 4 p.m. Thursdays, Sept. 10, 24. 3214 S. Main St., (803) 791-3208

SWANSEA BRANCH: Preschool Story Time for ages 3-5, 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays. Teen Time for ages 12-18, 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17; craft activity using pony beads. Books & Beyond for students in grades 1-5, 4 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22. 9 N. Lawrence Ave., (803) 785-3519

SOUTH CONGAREE-PINE RIDGE BRANCH: Preschool Story Time for ages 3-5, 11:15 a.m. Mondays beginning Sept. 14. Books & Beyond, story and craft session for students in 5K through fifth grade, 3:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 18. Teen Time for students in grades 6-12, 4 p.m. Friday, Sept. 25. 200 Sunset Drive, West Columbia. (803) 785-3050

LEXINGTON MAIN LIBRARY: Toddlertime for you and your child age 12-23 months, 9:30, 10:30 a.m. Thursdays; and 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays; sessions for 24-35 months meet 11:30 a.m. Thursdays and 9:30, 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays. Books & Beyond, stories and crafts for students in grades 1-5, 4 p.m. today. Lapsit for you and your child 11 months and younger, 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays. Preschool Story Time for ages 3-6, 11:30 a.m., 3:30 p.m. Tuesdays and 11:30 a.m. Wednesdays. American Girl — Kaya 1764, 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12; all ages celebration features storyteller and musician Hawk Hurst. Between the Lines book discussion for ages 8-12, 4 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17. Story Time for all ages, 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 19. 5440 Augusta Road, (803) 785-2600

GILBERT-SUMMIT BRANCH: Toddlertime for you and your child ages 18-25 months, 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays beginning Sept. 15. Preschool Story Time for ages 3-5, 11:15 a.m. Tuesdays beginning Sept.15. Books & Beyond, 2:45 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 17; stories and activities for ages 6 and older. 110 Broad St., (803) 785-5387

PELION BRANCH: Preschool Story Time for ages 2-5, 11 a.m. Wednesdays. Teen Time for students in grades 6-12, 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10. Bedtime Story Time for all ages, 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17. Family Movie Morning, 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 19. 1206 Pine St., (803) 785-3272

BATESBURG-LEESVILLE BRANCH: Teen Book Discussion for grades 6-12, 4 p.m. Tuesday. Toddlertime for you and your child 18-25 months, 10 a.m. Wednesdays beginning Sept. 16. Preschool Story Time for ages 3-6, 10:45 a.m. Wednesdays beginning Sept. 16. Books & Beyond, story and craft session for grades 1-5, 4 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17. Teens & ’Tweens for students in grades 6-12, 4 p.m. Monday, Sept. 21. 203 Armory St., (803) 532-9223

FAITH

GREEN HILL BAPTIST: First Sunday services, 8 a.m. Sunday at 2215 Green Hill Road, Lugoff. Sunday School at 9:30 a.m., followed by 11 a.m. worship. (803) 438-1841

ST. DAVID’S EPISCOPAL: Barbecue dinners, Friday and Saturday at the church, 605 Polo Road. $8; ages 12 and younger, $4. Includes pork barbecue, hash and rice, baked beans, coleslaw and bread. Takeout only 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Friday. Dine in or carry out 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Saturday. Proceeds will support missionary work in Honduras.

LAKE WATEREE BAPTIST: Final outdoor worship service, 8:15 a.m. Sunday at 5856 River Road, Ridgeway (on the Lugoff side of Lake Wateree, near Dutchman Creek bridge). (803) 337-2838

LIVING WATER SCHOOL OF MINISTRY: Accepting applications through Friday, Sept. 28, for 2009-10 session. Classes meet at 2229-D Decker Blvd. (803) 699-9346

GRACE CHURCH MINISTRIES: Labor Day praise and worship party, 9 p.m. Sunday at 2221 Rosewood Drive. Special guests include Regina Skeeters, Shellea Wade, the Rev. Joe Hill, Kenny Smith & Friends and V. LaMar Wilson. (803)622-8638

LADSON’S CHAPEL BAPTIST: The Flying Souls 52nd anniversary celebration, 5 p.m. Sunday at 7156 Cabin Creek Road, Hopkins. Featured groups include The Gospel Stars #2, The Chosen Ones, Bishop Callahan & the Pearls of Light, Carolina Gospel Singers, Prodigal Sons, Mighty Gospel Saints, Thompson & Company, Southern Gospel Singers and the Zion Damascus #2 Men’s Chorus. $10. (803) 776-4055

ZION PILGRIM BAPTIST: Family and Friends Day, 10 a.m. Sunday at 258 Old Bluff Road, Hopkins. (803) 695-7522

LEESVILLE UNITED METHODIST: Sanctuary is open 5-8 p.m. Tuesdays for silent prayers. The church is at 510 Columbia Ave., Batesburg-Leesville. (803) 532-3817

COMMUNITY EVENTS

MUSIC, ARTS, THEATER

SOUNDS OF THE SHOALS: Fall concert series, 3-5 p.m. Sundays in September at Saluda Shoals Park Riverfront. Concerts are free, but $5 parking fee applies. This week’s entertainment will feature pop, blues and contemporary tunes by J Edwards.(803) 213-2035

ARPAD DARAZS SINGERS: Fall concert rehearsals, 7-9 p.m. Thursdays at Ashland UMC, 2600 Ashland Road. Auditions will be held for all sections through Sept. 19. (803) 929-2109

DUTCH FORK CHORAL SOCIETY: Rehearsals 7 p.m. Tuesdays at Dutch Fork High School, 1400 Old Tamah Road, Irmo. (803) 345-3460 or go to www.dutchforkchoralsociety.com

JAZZ AT THE VILLAGE: 2-4 p.m. Sundays through Oct. 25, Town Center Commons, Village at Sandhill (Clemson and Two Notch roads). This week’s performance is by the Gene Dykes Band.

GOSPEL SINGING: 2 for 1 and New Vision in concert, 7 p.m. Saturday at Midland Gospel Singing Center, 705 Martin Smith Road, Gilbert. A love offering will be accepted. (803) 657-5373

CLASS REUNIONS

AIRPORT HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1989: Family night at Frankie’s Fun Park, 7:30 p.m. Friday. Reunion, 7 p.m. Saturday at Springdale House and Gardens. $40 per person, couples, $70. Register at http://ahs1989.mtvcc.us

BROOKLAND-CAYCE HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1984: 25-year reunion, Saturday, Oct. 10, at American Legion Post 6, 200 Pickens St. Casual dress. $35 per person before Thursday, Sept. 10; $45 after. Greta Baughman Swink, (803) 739-9433 or e-mail gretaswink@gmail.com

LOWER RICHLAND HIGH SCHOOL: Classes of 1977-1982, Friday through Sunday, Oct. 2-4. http://lowerrichlandalumni.myevent.com

C.A. JOHNSON HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1967: Classmates will celebrate 60 years of life at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 11, at the Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites, I-77 and Two Notch Road. Naomi Samuel, (803) 736-4425.

TO MARKET, TO MARKET

NORTHEAST FARMERS MARKET: 2:30-7 p.m. Thursdays at Lake Carolina Town Center. Fresh fruits and vegetables, free-range meats, farm fresh eggs, flowers, plants, baked goods, local honey, certified organic produce and more. (803) 565-6676

KERSHAW COUNTY FARMERS MARKET: 7:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturdays through Dec. 12 at West DeKalb and Church streets, Camden. (803) 432-9071; www.kcfarmersmarket.org

SANDHILL FARMERS MARKET: 2:30-7 p.m. Tuesdays through Nov. 24 at the entrance to Sandhill Research and Education Center, 900 Clemson Road. Locally grown produce, meat, poultry, dairy products, honey, shrubs, flowers, plants, baked goods and more. Master Gardeners will be on hand to answer questions. (803) 788-5700

SEEDS OF HOPE FARMERS MARKET: 8 a.m.-noon Saturday at Shandon UMC, 3407 Devine St. WIC and USDA Senior Citizen vouchers will be accepted for fresh locally grown produce.

MAIN STREET MARKETPLACE: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Fridays through Oct. 30, Columbia Museum of Art’s Boyd Plaza, Main and Hampton streets. Fresh produce, baked goods, specialty gifts, art, photography and handmade crafts. Free shuttle service courtesy of City Center Partnership is available in the area bounded by Gervais to Elmwood and Assembly to Marion streets. (803) 779-4005, ext. 2042 or go to www.citycentercolumbia.sc

ALL-LOCAL FARMERS MARKET: 8 a.m.-noon Saturdays at 701 Whaley St. (in the yellow building). All natural or organic produce, meat, chicken, eggs, grains, honey, flowers and milk from South Carolina farmers. Vendors will offer baked goods, sauces, goat-milk soaps and lotions, handmade items and more.

FARMERS MARKET AT RIVERBANKS BOTANICAL GARDEN: 2-7 p.m. Wednesdays through October in the parking lot at 1300 Botanical Parkway (off U.S. 378), West Columbia. Homegrown fruits, vegetables, homemade breads, jams, soaps and other items. (803) 779-8717

COMMUNITY FARMERS MARKET: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays at Brookland Baptist Church, 1066 Sunset Blvd., West Columbia. Fresh fruits and vegetables from local farmers; WIC and USDA Senior Citizen vouchers accepted. (803) 463-1588

FUNDRAISERS

KICKIN’ CANCER NITE OWL RIDE: 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 11 until 8 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 12. Twelve-hour cycling event will benefit Children’s Chance and the Lance Armstrong Foundation. Pre-ride festivities, 6 p.m. at 300 Senate at the Canal, and includes food, face painting, music and vendors. Route will start at 300 Senate, cross the Gervais Street Bridge, down State Street, with a turnaround at Alexander Road and back across the bridge. Ages 14 and older, riders younger than 17 must be accompanied by an adult. Entry fee is $45; food tickets, $10 ($5 for ages 10 and younger); menu provided by Dupre Catering and Events. Cash bar available. (803) 254-5996; www.niteowlride.org

ART ON BISQUE: Show and sale, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sept. 10, and Friday, Sept. 11; 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Tuesday and Saturday, Sept. 12; at the Mad Platter, 3101 Millwood Ave. Usable ceramic art by Nancy Caughman includes plates, platters, bowls, outlet covers, deviled egg dishes and more. Proceeds will benefit The Family Shelter. (803) 771-8080

BID FOR A CURE: Silent auction and wine tasting, 6-9 p.m. Friday at HoFP Gallery, 2828 Devine St. Live music, more than 15 wine selections, hors d’oeuvres. All proceeds will benefit the S.C. Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. $15 at the door or $10 through www.bidforacure.org

TAILGATE PARTY: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday at Earth Fare, 3312-B Devine St. USC vs. Clemson — which team can raise the most money for the animals? All pets dressed in team colors will receive a special treat; TAILgate raffle package; cookie sale and more with all proceeds going to Howlmore Animal Sanctuary. Bring reyclable bags (for each Thursday customer who reuses a bag instead of taking a new or plastic one, Earth Fare will donate 5 cents to Howlmore). www.earthfare.com

CPAAA GOLF TOURNAMENT: 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15, at Woodcreek Farms Country Club, 301 Club Ridge Road, Elgin. Lunch at 11:45, shotgun start at noon; captain’s choice. $70 per person; $280 for a team. Proceeds benefit the Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association scholarship fund. Sponsorships available. (803) 733-8572, (803) 781-6094

GREATER WAVERLY FOUNDATION GOLF TOURNAMENT: Monday, Sept. 14, at the Fort Jackson Golf Club. Registration and continental breakfast, 7:45 a.m.; line-up and prayer at 8:15, shotgun start at 8:30 a.m. $100; four-player teams, $400 (includes green and cart fees, box lunch, gift bags, door prizes and awards). Ladies and seniors welcome. All proceeds will benefit the foundation’s outreach services in the Greater Waverly Community. (803) 254-4105

USMC ULTIMATE CHALLENGE MUD RUN: 7:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, at McCrady Training Center, 6405 Leesburg Road, Eastover. All-terrain team race over 4.2 miles with 30 obstacles (will require swimming, crawling, climbing and jumping). Fundraiser sponsored by the Greater Columbia Marine Foundation will help support local Marines and their families who have been wounded or killed while serving on active duty. Profits from the race also fund scholarships and local events promoting the Marine Corps in the community. Registration is $40 per person (four-member teams); deadline is Thursday, Sept. 17. Register online at www.usmcmudrun.org.

SPECIAL EVENTS

MOONLIGHT CEMETERY TOURS: 8 and 8:30 p.m. Friday at Elmwood Cemetery, 501 Elmwood Ave. A costumed interpreter will guide visitors, providing details about the lives, burials, cemetery plots and tombstones of Columbia’s prominent citizens and families from the early 19th and 20th centuries. Sponsored by the Historic Columbia Foundation, admission is $10 for adults, children, $5; members, $5 and $3. (803) 252-1770, ext. 31, www.historiccolumbia.org

COME SEE YOUR ARMY TOUR: 7:45 a.m.-1:45 p.m. Friday, Sept. 11, at Fort Jackson. Tours give civilians a chance to see how soldiers train, get some hands-on experience with the Weapons Simulator System, attend a basic combat training graduation and eat in an Army dining facility. Registration deadline is today, call (803) 751-1474 or (803) 751-5327.

COMMUNITY HOT DOG SUPPER: 5:30-7 tonight at the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County, 810 Lyttleton St., Camden. Free event will feature entertainment, balloons, face painting, games and information on fall classes and performances at the FAC. (803) 425-7676, www.fineartscenter.org

“HEALING THROUGH KILLING: LESSONS FROM THE HOLOCAUST”: Eva Mozes Kor will speak at the State Museum, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10. The event is free and held in conjunction with the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum’s traveling exhibit, “Deadly Medicine: Creating the Master Race.” The museum is at 301 Gervais St. (803) 898-4921; www.museum.state.sc.us

9/11 MEMORIAL WALK AND CEREMONY: 11:20 a.m. Friday, Sept. 11, at the State House. Walk will begin at 11:30 a.m., going down Sumter Street to Laurel Street and then to City Hall. A ceremony remembering victims and honoring first responders will be held at noon in City Council Chambers, 1737 Main St. (803) 545-3020

MID-CAROLINA DAYLILY SOCIETY: Daylily sale, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, in the Magnolia Room at the Riverbanks Botanical Garden, 1300 Botanical Parkway, West Columbia. http://daylily.net/gardens/mid-carolina.htm

WOMEN AT HEART FORUM: 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, 1101 Lincoln St. Event activities include heart healthy recipe samples, fitness demonstrations, stress management techniques, vendors, informational exhibits and two “Ask the Doctor” sessions. Lunch will be available to those who pre-register. Free heart health screenings, 7-10 a.m. by appointment only. Screenings include a fasting lipid panel, blood pressure, body mass index, fasting glucose as well as weight and waist circumference; call (803) 296-2273. Sponsored by Palmetto Health and BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina.

PET ADOPTION EVENT: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, at Mars Petcare US, 1720 Pineview Drive. Ten shelters and breed rescue groups will be on hand with more than 50 adoptable dogs and cats. Event will feature discounted adoption fees, food and beverages.

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