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AHA! MOMENT TOUR: Friday at Edventure Children’s Museum, 211 Gervais St. One-of-a-kind mobile TV studio is traveling across the country to record and share people’s “Aha!” moments. One will be chosen for inclusion in a new Mutual of Omaha advertising spot. Go to http://www.ahamoment.com to sign up to share your story. (803) 779-3100

LOG CABIN ART GUILD JURIED SHOW: 6 p.m. Friday though June at the Village Artists Gallery, Village at Sandhill, Clemson Road (next to Panera Bread). Scrimshaw artist David Driscoll will introduce his new medium of pen and ink drawings. Driscoll’s work includes original drawings and prints of Ikebana arrangements, landscapes, seascapes and architectural subjects. Gallery hours are 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays and noon-5 p.m. Sundays. (803) 699-8886; http://thevillageartists.com

ORIGINS 2000-2002: Opening reception 6-9 p.m. Friday at if ART, 1223 Lincoln St. Ceramic sculptures created by Peter Lenzo and his son, Joe Scotchie-Lenzo. The exhibition will be on display through June 27. Gallery hours are 11 a.m.-7 p.m. weekdays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays and by appointment. (803) 238-2351

SCA SUMMER POP UP SHOW: 6-9 p.m. Friday at Shades of Life Gallery/The Haven Coffeehouse, 121 E. Main St., Lexington. “Oh, Places You’ve Seen!” features original works of art from locations all over the world. CJ Martin, Abstract Alexandra, Jason Julio Freeman, Susan Johnson, Renee Templeton and Howard Trotter will be on hand to discuss their inspirations. (803) 808-5328; http://southcarolinaartists.com

COLUMBIA BROADSIDE PROJECT: Community gallery opening and concert, 7-11 p.m. Friday at the Columbia Museum of Art, 1515 Main St. The project pairs artists and poets who work together to create an original “broadside,” comprised of an original work of art and an original poem. The opening night event will feature live music and readings from the artists; cash bar. $7; members, $5. (803) 799-2810; http://www.columbiamuseum.org

CITY OF COLUMBIA SUMMER MOVIE SERIES: “SpongeBob: Sponge Out of Water,” 7 p.m. Friday at Riverfront Park, 712 Laurel St. Come early for face painting, games and more. Blankets, lawn chairs and coolers welcome, no glass containers or alcoholic beverages allowed. The series runs Fridays through July 31. (803) 545-3100

YARD SALE: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday at Providence Presbyterian Church, 1112 Hummingbird Drive, West Columbia. Proceeds will support the church’s family and outreach missions. (803) 397-6140; http://www.providencepresbyterian.net

MINI MAKER FAIRE: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday at EdVenture Children’s Museum, 211 Gervais St. Part science fair, part county fair, and part something entirely new, Maker Faire is an all-ages gathering of tech enthusiasts, crafters, educators, tinkerers, hobbyists, engineers, science clubs, authors, artists and students. (803) 779-3100; http://www.edventure.org

MUSEUMS ON US: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday at EdVenture Children’s Museum, 211 Gervais St. Bank of America cardholders enjoy free admission the first full weekend of every month. . (803) 779-3100; http://www.edventure.org

FITNESS THROWDOWN: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday at Fleet Feet Sports, 945-A Lake Murray Blvd., Irmo. Registration is $15; awards will be presented to the overall winner in each of four categories: Male RX, Male Scaled, Female RX, Female Scaled. Proceeds will benefit the Jack Enright Fund, which was set up to offset medical treatment of Jack Enright, a Chapin High School student who was injured during a lacrosse tournament earlier this year. (803) 407-1223; http://www.fleetfeetcolumbia.com

CAR AND TRUCK DROP IN: 5-8 p.m. Saturday at Larry’s Giant Subs, 2001 Augusta Hwy., Lexington. Sponsored by Larry’s, All-Star Pizza Company and Poorboy Cruisers. (803) 957-3781

RHYTHM ON THE RIVER: 6-9 p.m. Saturday at West Columbia’s Riverwalk Amphitheatre, 121 Alexander Road. Free concert will feature The Mustache Brothers, The Mississippi Kites will open. http://www.rhythmontheriversc.com

BLOWFISH BASEBALL: 7:05 p.m. Saturday at the Lexington County Baseball Stadium, 424 Ballpark Road. The Blowfish play host to the Asheboro (N.C.) Copperheads in a Western Division matchup. On Saturday nights, kids ages 12 and younger can take the field to play catch with Blowfish players before the game; stick around for the post-game fireworks show. Gates open at 6 p.m. Tickets are $6-$9. (803) 254-3474; http://www.goblowfishbaseball.com

SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: Dante Lewis featuring Kevin Whalum. 8-10 p.m. Saturday at Finlay Park, 930 Laurel St. Saturday concerts are free, blankets and lawn chairs welcome, no pets allowed, vendors will be on hand. Sponsored by the Columbia Parks and Recreation Department. (803) 545-3100

FIRST CITIZENS FIRST SUNDAY: Noon-5 p.m. Sunday at the State Museum, 301 Gervais St. General admission is only $1 the first Sunday of the month. (803) 898-4921; http://www.museum.state.sc.us

MUSEUMS ON US: Noon-5 p.m. Sunday at EdVenture Children’s Museum, 211 Gervais St. Bank of America cardholders enjoy free admission the first full weekend of every month. (803) 779-3100; http://www.edventure.org

“MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL”: 7 p.m. Monday and 3 p.m. Tuesday at Nickelodeon, 1607 Main St. The 1997 film, directed by Clint Eastwood and starring Kevin Spacey and John Cusack, kicks off the Southern Gothic series. Evening showing, $7; matinee, $3. (803) 254-3433; http://nickelodeon.org

BLOWFISH BASEBALL: 7:05 p.m. Monday at the Lexington County Baseball Stadium, 424 Ballpark Road. The Blowfish play host to the Florence Redwolves in a Western Division matchup. Monday nights are Monday Night Football Nights with prizes for fans decked out in their favorite NFL team gear. Gates open at 6 p.m. Tickets are $6-$9. (803) 254-3474; http://www.goblowfishbaseball.com

RICHLAND 2 JOB FAIR: Noon-4 p.m. Tuesday at Spring Valley High School, 120 Sparkleberry Lane. Bus drivers and monitors needed. Full-time positions with benefits and competitive salaries. Thirty hours qualifies you for health and dental benefits, retirement pension and sick leave. (803) 736-3774; http://www.richland2.org

FAMILY NIGHT AT EDVENTURE: 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at EdVenture Children’s Museum, 211 Gervais St. $1 admission, 5-8 p.m. the second Tuesday of the month. (803) 779-3100; http://www.edventure.org

SECOND SHIFT TWOSDAY: 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the State Museum, 301 Gervais St. In a celebration of the history of its building and the mill workers who decades ago worked the second shift, the museum has extended its Tuesday hours until 8 p.m. “Laser Beatles: Across the Universe,” will play in the BlueCross BlueShield Planetarium at 7 p.m. Tuesdays through June. General admission after 5 p.m. is two for $10; the Boeing Observatory will be open until 10 p.m. for night viewing (planet hunting for Venus, Jupiter and Saturn). (803) 898-4921; http://www.scmuseum.org

WILD WEDNESDAY: 10 a.m. Wednesday at Sesquicentennial State Park, 9564 Two Notch Road. Ages 6-10 will explore a different topic weekly as they uncover the secrets of birds, insects, mammals and more through hands-on activities. Meet at the park office and dress appropriately for being outdoors; children must be accompanied by an adult. $5 per participant; registration for this week’s program is Sunday. (803) 788-2706 or email sesqui@scprt.com

SPEAKER @ THE CENTER: Noon-1 p.m. Wednesday at the State Library, 1500 Senate St. Kathleen Robbins will discuss and sign copies of her book, “Into the Flatland,” a collection of photographs from a return to the old family farm on the Mississippi Delta. Free, bring your lunch; books will be available for sale. (803) 734-8666; http://state.library.sc.gov

ADVENTURE CAROLINA: River Draughting with River Rat Brewery, 5:30 p.m. Wednesday. Meet at the River Rat, 1231 Shop Road. Three-mile Congaree River kayak tour. $50, reservations necessary. (803) 796-4505

LIFE-LONG LEARNING SERIES: “Fiddle Tunes of the ’40s and ’50s,” 1:30 p.m. Thursday at The Village at Southlake Retirement Community, 123 Gibson Road, Lexington. Dr. Nathan Spears will given an introduction to the time period and discuss each song that Austen Spears will perform. Free and open to the public; register at http://villageatsouthlake.com or call (803) 356-1158

ADVENTURE CAROLINA: After-work kayak trip for adults only, 5:45 p.m. Thursday. Guided three-mile trip down the Congaree River; meet at 1107 State St., Cayce. $30 per kayak. (803) 796-4505

HISTORIC COLUMBIA CEMETERY TOURS: Thursday at Elmwood Cemetery, 501 Elmwood Ave. Grab your flashlight for guided tours of one of Columbia’s oldest cemeteries and discover centuries of stories etched in stone on the markers and headstones found in Elmwood’s acres of carefully planned grounds. Secrets from the Grave tours begin at 7:30 p.m. so guests can study the symbols found on many of the markers and headstones. Moonlight Cemetery Tours, at 8 and 8:30 p.m., will cover the lives, burials, cemetery plots and tombstones of families and prominent citizens from Columbia’s 19th and 20th centuries. $12; youth, $6; Historic Columbia members, $8/$4. (803) 252-1770, ext. 23 or email reservations@historiccolumbia.org

MOVIE NIGHT AT SESQUI: “Into the Woods,” June 12 at Sesquicentennial State Park, 9564 Two Notch Road. Movie will be screened outdoors beginning at dark (bring blankets or chairs, insect repellent and a flashlight). Free with park admission – $2; age 15 and younger, free; S.C. residents age 65 and older, disabled and members of the S.C. National Guard, $1.25. Popcorn, candy and drinks will be available for purchase; proceeds will benefit the Friends of Sesqui. (803) 788-2706 or email sesqui@scprt.com

“FROM MARILYN TO MAO: ANDY WARHOL’S FAMOUS FACES”: Summer exhibition will be on view June 12- at the Columbia Museum of Art, 1515 Main St. A celebration of the “Mao” suite, an anonymous gift of the complete set of 10 silkscreens created by Warhol in 1972 of Mao Zedong, chairman of the Communist Party of China. The exhibit of 46 portraits includes the faces of Judy Garland, Muhammad Ali, Sigmund Freud, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Albert Einstein, Annie Oakley, Theodore Roosevelt, Giorgio Armani and Superman as well as two self-portraits by Warhol. “Why Pop Art Kept Popping: Andy Warhol’s Relentless Relevance,” a lecture by Chief Curator Will South is scheduled for noon-1 p.m. June 12. Museum hours are 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Fridays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays and noon-5 p.m. Sundays. Admission is $12; age 65 and older, $10; members, free; active duty military and their families will be admitted free through Labor Day. (803) 799-2810; http://www.columbiamuseum.org

CITY OF COLUMBIA SUMMER MOVIE SERIES: “Penguins of Madagascar,” 7 p.m. June 12 at Riverfront Park, 712 Laurel St. Come early for face painting, games and more. Blankets, lawn chairs and coolers welcome, no glass containers or alcoholic beverages allowed. (803) 545-3100

BUTTERFLY COUNT PROGRAM: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 13 at Congaree National Park, 100 National Park Road, Hopkins. After a brief introduction, groups of volunteers (led by experts) will survey butterflies in diverse areas of the park. There will be a range of hiking options from family-friendly strolls to back country hikes. Some counting groups will be out most of the day, but other groups can accommodate folks who can only participate through lunch time. Meet at the Harry Hampton Visitor Center; sun protection, bug spray, water, snacks and a sack lunch are recommended. Binoculars, butterfly field guides and digital cameras are recommended as well, but not required. The data will be reported to the North American Butterfly Association, which has been coordinating counts since 1975. Free, but space is limited, advance registration is required by calling (803) 776-4396

COLOR VIBE 5K: 9 a.m. June 13 at River Bluff High School, 320 Corley Mill Road, Lexington. Sponsored by the Columbia Regional Sports Council, proceeds from the event will benefit PattyPacks, an organization providing support to families affected by extensive stays in pediatric intensive care. . Online registration for individual runners is $65; team runners, $55age 12 and younger, free through June 12; race day registration, $75 for individual runners; $70 for team runners, age 12 and younger, $15. http://thecolorvibe.com/columbia.php#

“PORTRAIT OF AN ARTIST: ANDY WARHOL”: Noon-1:30 p.m. June 13 at the Columbia Museum of Art, 1515 Main St. Profile of the American Pop Art cult leader covers the whole of his life and work through interviews, clips from his films, and conversations with his family and superstar friends. Free with admission or museum membership. (803) 799-2810; http://columbiamuseum.org

SPARCFEST MUSIC FESTIVAL: Noon-8 p.m. June 13 at Magnolia Lodge, 631 Longtown Road, Ridgeway. Five bands, food, adult beverages, vendors, arts and crafts, greased pig contest and more. Admission is $10. Proceeds will benefit The Arc of South Carolina, a nonprofit organization that focuses on persons and families dealing with intellectual/developmental disabilities. http://www.facebook.com/events/984075211610243

SILVER IN THE GARDEN: 2-4 p.m. June 13 and 14 at the State Museum, 301 Gervais St. Garden-themed events will offer a unique look into the history, design and use of fine silver, porcelain and china, as well as an opportunity for Dawn Corley, the “Charleston Silver Lady,” to examine pieces brought in by event attendees (limit one per person). $40; museum members, $32; includes refreshments. (803) 898-4921; http://scmuseum.org

BAKER AND BAKER PRESENTS OPUS TWO: 2 p.m. June 13 at the Columbia Museum of Art, 1515 Main St. Violinist William Terwilliger and pianist Andrew Cooperstock in concert. Free with admission or museum membership. (803) 799-2810; http://columbiamuseum.org

FUNK FEST: 3-11 p.m. June 13 at Charles W. Johnson Stadium, 2047 Two Notch Road. Concert featuring Jodeci (The Reunion), Bell, Biv, Devoe, Blackstreet (featuring Teddy Riley and David Hollister), Mint Condition, 2Live Crew and Demetria McKinney. Tickets are $35 and up, available at the Benedict College book store, (803) 705-4813 or (888) 547-6478

RHYTHM ON THE RIVER: 6-9 p.m. June 13 at West Columbia’s Riverwalk Amphitheatre, 121 Alexander Road. Listen Local artist showcase will feature Pharoahs in Space, Jackaroe, Marv Ward and The Blessed Souls and Tom Coolidge. http://www.rhythmontheriversc.com

BLOWFISH BASEBALL: 7:05 p.m. June 13 at the Lexington County Baseball Stadium, 424 Ballpark Road. The Blowfish are back home to play the Florence Redwolves in a Western Division matchup. On Saturdays, kids ages 12 and younger can take the field to play catch with Blowfish players before the game; stick around for the post-game fireworks show. Gates open at 6 p.m. Tickets are $6-$9. (803) 254-3474; http://www.goblowfishbaseball.com

SILVER IN THE GARDEN: 2-4 p.m. June 14 at the State Museum, 301 Gervais St. Garden-themed events will offer a unique look into the history, design and use of fine silver, porcelain and china, as well as an opportunity for Dawn Corley, the “Charleston Silver Lady,” to examine pieces brought in by event attendees. $40; museum members, $32; includes refreshments. (803) 898-4921; http://scmuseum.org

SOUTHERN BRONZE PRESENTS CLASSICAL FAVORITES: 6 p.m. June 14 at Seven Oaks Presbyterian Church, 530 St. Andrews Road. Advanced community handbell ensemble will perform classics such as the “Overture to Carmen,” “William Tell Overture,” “Russian Sailors’ Dance,” “Marriage of Figaro,” “Barber of Seville,” “Firebird Finale” and more. Free admission.

“THE NIGHT OF THE HUNTER”: 7 p.m. June 15 and 3 p.m. June 16 at Nickelodeon, 1607 Main St. The 1997 film, directed by Clint Eastwood and starring Kevin Spacey and John Cusack, kicks off the Southern Gothic series. Evening showing, $7; matinee, $3. (803) 254-3433; http://nickelodeon.org

BLOWFISH BASEBALL: 7:05 p.m. June 15 at the Lexington County Baseball Stadium, 424 Ballpark Road. The Petersburg Generals of the Eastern Division roll into town to play the Western Division Blowfish. It’s Monday Night Football at the ballpark, when fans can win prizes for wearing their favorite NFL team gear. Gates open at 6 p.m. Tickets are $6-$9. (803) 254-3474; http://www.goblowfishbaseball.com

LADIES DAY ON THE LAKE: A ladies-only event from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 16 at Lighthouse Marina, 1925 Johnson Marina Road, Chapin. Designed to instruct women on elements of boat safety, boat handling and trailering. The day of fun, instruction and activities is $35, including lunch. To register, call Dave Landis at (803) 315-1628 or email dlandis1@sc.rr.com.

ART BREAK: 10:30 a.m. June 16 at the Columbia Museum of Art, 1515 Main St. Monthly program looks at art through a different lens. Each session features a speaker who gives insight into their worldview by sharing their interpretation of works of art at CMA. Brad Collins, professor of art history at USC, discusses Andy Warhol and how he was a product of, and influence in, his time. Come early for pastries and coffee sold at a pop-up cafe by Drip. Free with museum membership or admission.

SECOND SHIFT TWOSDAY: 5-8 p.m. June 16 at the State Museum, 301 Gervais St. In a celebration of the history of its building and the mill workers who decades ago worked the second shift, the museum has extended its Tuesday hours until 8 p.m. “Laser Beatles: Across the Universe,” will play in the BlueCross BlueShield Planetarium at 7 p.m. Tuesdays through June. General admission after 5 p.m. is two for $10; the Boeing Observatory will be open until 10 p.m. for night viewing (planet hunting for Venus, Jupiter and Saturn). (803) 898-4921; http://www.scmuseum.org

FREE VETERANS SEMINAR: 7:30 p.m. June 16 at American Legion Post Six, 200 Pickens St. Topic will be Total Disability Individual Unemployability (TDIU). The seminar will follow the June meeting of the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 303 at the same location. (803) 788-9498

PAAL NILSSEN-LOVE’S LARGE UNIT: 8 p.m. June 16 at the 701 Center for Contemporary Art, 701 Whaley St. Drummer Nilssen-Love’s big band ensemble, consisting of mostly Norwegian musicians manifests itself as an intense powerhouse force on stage, but also veers into more subtle and textural passages. General admission tickets are $15; CCA members, $10 (prices go up $5 at 5 p.m. June 15); priority seating and group packages are available until June 15. http://www.eventbrite.com/e/paal-nilssen-loves-large-unit-701-center-for-the-contemporary-art-tickets-16683121666 or call (803) 319-9949

WILD WEDNESDAY: 10 a.m. June 17 at Sesquicentennial State Park, 9564 Two Notch Road. Ages 6-10 will uncover the secrets of birds, insects, mammals and more through hands-on activities. Meet at the park office and dress appropriately for being outdoors; children must be accompanied by an adult. $5 per participant; registration deadline is June 14. (803) 788-2706 or email sesqui@scprt.com

CITY OF COLUMBIA SUMMER MOVIE SERIES: 7 p.m. June 19 at Riverfront Park, 712 Laurel St. Come early for face painting, games and more. Blankets, lawn chairs and coolers welcome, no glass containers or alcoholic beverages allowed. Friday’s movie is “How to Train Your Dragon 2.” (803) 545-3100

BRUNCH & MUNCH FOOD TOUR: 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. June 20. Two Gals and a Fork and Historic Columbia team up for walking and tasting tour in the Vista. Meet at the Columbia Convention Center, 1101 Lincoln St. Tour includes stops at Liberty Taproom, Blue Marlin, Mellow Mushroom, World of Beer and Tin Roof. Individual tickets are $38; http://www.twogalsfoodtours.com

GALLERY TALK: 2 p.m. June 20 at if ART, 1223 Lincoln St. “Origins 2000-2002,” ceramic sculptures created by Peter Lenzo and his son, Joe Scotchie-Lenzo, will be on display through June 27. Gallery hours are 11 a.m.-7 p.m. weekdays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays and by appointment. (803) 238-2351

SITES & BITES FOOD TOUR: 4-6:30 p.m. June 20. Two Gals and a Fork and Historic Columbia team up for walking and tasting tour in the Vista. Meet at the Columbia Convention Center, 1101 Lincoln St. Tour includes stops at Pearlz Oyster Bar, Nonnah’s, SakiTumi Grill & Sushi Bar, Carolina Strip Club Steakhouse and Hickory Tavern. Individual tickets, $38; http://www.twogalsfoodtours.com

SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: Palmetto Latin Orchestra, 8-10 p.m. June 20 at Finlay Park, 930 Laurel St. Saturday concerts are free, blankets and lawn chairs welcome, no pets allowed, vendors will be on hand. Sponsored by the Columbia Parks and Recreation Department. (803) 545-3100