Community Calendar, June 7

TODAY

SLIP CAST CERAMICS CLASSES: 6-8 p.m. Thursdays through July 12 at Martin Luther King Jr. Park, 2300 Greene St. $30; includes all materials. Sponsored by the City of Columbia Parks and Recreation, preregistration required. (803) 545-3093

FRIDAY

DINNER WITH DEPUTIES: 6-9 p.m. Friday at the Crossroads Cafe, 3004 Fairview Road. Lexington County Sheriff’s Department deputies in the South Region Patrol District will be serving at the popular Fairview community gathering place. All tips and donations will benefit the Nancy K. Perry Children’s Shelter. Questions? Contact Boiling Springs/Fairview Resident Deputy Johnnie Nesbitt, (803) 785-0866

FIRST AID: 6-10 p.m. Friday at Midlands Technical College Airport Campus, 1260 Lexington Ave., West Columbia. General principles of first aid covering medical, injury and environmental emergencies according to American Heart Association and National Safety Council guidelines, $45. (803) 732-0432; http://www.mtctraining.com

ZOOVIE NIGHTS AT RIVERBANKS: Fridays through July 27 (except June 22 and July 20) at Riverbanks Zoo & Garden. 500 Wildlife Parkway. Gates open at 7 p.m. for the Endangered Species Carousel, Spots ’n Stripes Railroad and Wild Adventures Climbing Wall; screening of “Curious George” will start at dusk in Palmetto Plaza. Concessions will be available for purchase; bring your lawn chair. Tickets are $5; $3 for Riverbanks Society members. (803) 779-8717; http://www.riverbanks.org

CAPITAL SENIOR CENTER DANCES: 7:30-10:30 p.m. the second and fourth Fridays monthly at 1650 Park Circle (Maxcy Gregg Park). Live music featuring the Dancetimers, BYOB; $5. (803) 779-1971; http://www.capitalseniorcenter.com

FREEDOM FUND DINNER: 7:30 p.m. Friday at the Ladson Chapel Baptist Church Family Life Center, 7156 Cabin Creek Road, Hopkins. Guest speaker will be Anton Gunn. $20 donation, proceeds will benefit the Lower Richland NAACP Scholarship Fund. (803) 776-2792

SATURDAY

NABA BUTTERFLY COUNT: 8:30-11 a.m. Saturday at Congaree National Park, 100 National Park Road, Hopkins. Day of field observations counting butterflies along the trail system and within various habitats of CNP. The count will last until 4:30 p.m., weather permitting. All ages and experience levels welcome. Free, but space is limited, so advance reservations are required. (803) 776-4396, ext. 0; http://www.nps.gov/cong

RIDN 4 RNLD: 10 a.m. Saturday at Thunder Tower Harley-Davidson, 190 Pontiac Business Center Drive, Elgin. Seventy-two mile motorcycle ride to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of Columbia. $20 per rider, $10 per passenger. First bike out at 11 a.m., last out at noon, return at 1:30 p.m. for food, beverages, 50/50 raffle, prize drawings and more. Preregister at http://www.rmhcofcolumbia.org or call (803) 254-0118 for a $5 discount.

STRANGER DANGER WORKSHOP: Noon Saturday at Samurai Karate Studio, 2000 Clemson Road, Suite 9 (Magnolia Pointe Shopping Centre). Free workshop for ages 5 and older. Donations will be accepted for the Samuai Foundation, a nonprofit organization created to help educate and support individuals deal with bullying and domestic violence. Register at samuraikaratestudio@gmail.com

SALVATION ARMY IRMO CORPS 10th ANNIVERSARY WEEKEND: Saturday and Sunday at the Salvation Army Center for Worship and Service, 7532 Irmo Drive. Men’s Club-sponsored cookout will be held at 5 p.m. Saturday, followed by Salvation Army church music featuring Irmo Corps former bandmates. Major Richard Watts will speak at the 10 a.m. Sunday service. (803) 466-1071

GREATER COLUMBIA CHAPTER OF THE U.S. AMATEUR BALLROOM DANCERS ASSOCIATION: 7:15-10:30 p.m. Saturday at the Hugh Dimmery Memorial Center (The Barn), 680 Cherokee Lane, West Columbia. Casual dress; non-alcoholic drinks, refreshments and snack will be available and a complimentary dance lesson will be offered from 7:45-8:15 p.m. with professional instructors. $10; USADance members, $7; students, $5. http://www.usadance.us

SUNDAY

SECOND SUNDAY STROLL: 2 p.m. Sunday, meet at the Palmetto Armory and Ironworks, 1900 Lincoln St., for a walking tour of the Arsenal Hill neighborhood. $6; ages 17 and younger, $3; Historic Columbia Foundation members, free. Reservations, (803) 252-1770, ext. 24, or email reservations@historiccolumbia.org

MONDAY

TAI CHI FOR BEGINNERS: 6:30-8 p.m. Mondays at McGregor Presbyterian Church, 6505 St. Andrews Road. Requested donations vary depending on category — adult, senior, student, family. (803) 772-9557; http://www.taoist.org

TUESDAY

TOUCAN TUESDAYS AT RIVERBANKS ZOO: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays, June 12-Aug. 28, 500 Wildlife Parkway. Two can visit for the price of one with a donation of two cans of non-perishable food items for Harvest Hope Food Bank. Regular adult admission is $11.75; ages 3-12, $9.25, ages 2 and younger, free. (803) 779-8717; http://www.riverbanks.org

ADVENTURES IN LEARNING: 9:30-11:30 a.m. Tuesdays through July 10 at the Shepherd’s Center of St. Andrews, Ashland UMC, 2600 Ashland Road. $15 for two classes; preregistration recommended. (803) 731-9394; http://www.shepherdscenterofstandrews.org

SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING: 7 p.m. Tuesdays at Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 3200 Trenholm Road. Free. (803) 345-0158 or email billmac85@yahoo.com

TAI CHI FOR BEGINNERS: 7:30-9 p.m. Tuesdays at Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 2701 Heyward St. Requested donations vary depending on category — adult, senior, student, family. (803) 772-9557; http://www.taoist.org

THURSDAY

LUNCH AND LEARN: 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Thursday at the Capital Senior Center, 1650 Park Circle (Maxcy Gregg Park). Topic will be “What is GOOD Food”; free. Bring a bag lunch, beverages will be provided. Call (803) 779-1971 to reserve a seat.

GUIDED HCF CEMETERY TOURS: The second Thursday monthly through September. 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. Admission is $10 for adults, children, $5; HCF members, $5/$3. Reservations recommended, limit 25 per tour. Registration at http://www.cemeterytours.eventbrite.com

UPCOMING EVENTS

ART CLASSES: Watercolor and acrylics for adults, 2-4:30 p.m. June 15 at the Adult Activities Center, 7494 Parklane Road. $30, includes all materials needed for a completed painting. (803) 462-9995; http://www.firstclassart.webs.com

“THE COMMEDIA CINDERELLA”: 7 p.m. June 15 at the Columbia Children’s Theatre, 3400 Forest Drive (Richland Mall). Additional performances at 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturdays; 3 p.m. Sundays; 10:30 a.m. June 20, 21; 10:30 a.m., 1 and 7 p.m. June 22. Tickets are $8 ages 3 and older; available at http://www.columbiachildrenstheatre.com. Discounts for summer camps, daycares and other groups, call (803) 691-4548 for reservations.

ZOOVIE NIGHTS AT RIVERBANKS: Fridays through July 27 (except June 22 and July 20) at Riverbanks Zoo & Garden. 500 Wildlife Parkway. Gates open at 7 p.m. for the Endangered Species Carousel, Spots ’n Stripes Railroad and Wild Adventures Climbing Wall; movies will start at dusk in Palmetto Plaza. Concessions will be available for purchase; bring your lawn chair. Tickets are $5; $3 for Riverbanks Society members. (803) 779-8717; http://www.riverbanks.org

SUMMER SHAG DANCE CONCERT: 7:30-11 p.m. June 15 at the Capital Senior Center, 1650 Park Circle. Beach music featuring the Sensational Epics. Doors open at 6 p.m. Ages 21 and older, bring your own drinks and snacks; mixers and ice will be available for sale. Advance tickets, $15; $20 at the door. Proceeds will benefit the Capital Senior Center. (803) 779-1971; http://www.capitalseniorcenter.com

ELLIOTT E. FRANKS II GOLF CLASSIC WEEKEND: June 15 and 16. Fundraiser for the Brookland Foundation kicks off with a Denim and Pearls extravaganza and silent auction, 7:30 p.m. June 15 at 1335 Elm Abode Terrace; $30, couples, $55. Golf tournament, 9 a.m. June 16 at LinRick Golf Course, 356 Camp Ground Road. $100 per player (includes greens fee and a ticket to the Denim and Pearls event). (803) 744-7914; http://www.elliottefranksiiigolfclassic.com

3-D ARCHERY SHOOT: 8 a.m.-2 p.m. June 16 at I.C. Shooting Sports (Indigo Gun Club), 14068 Garners Ferry Road, Eastover. Family-friendly shoot featuring shooting stakes for hunter class, youth and traditional equipment; novelty shots with prizes (three shots for $5); practice range; door prizes. $20 (includes lunch and beverages). No range finders or coolers please; ages 17 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Preregistration required at http://www.ironmanoutdoors.org.

DEFENSIVE DRIVING: 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. June 16 at Midlands Technical College Harbison Campus, 7300 College St., Irmo. Lectures, films and classroom demonstrations; successful completion of the course will remove four points on your S.C. driver’s license (except for DUI) and may reduce your insurance costs. $99. (803) 732-0432; http://www.mtctraining.com

FINANCIAL SEMINAR: 9 a.m.-noon June 16 in the second floor conference room at 1225 Lady St. Free financial checkup along with details about banking, building and restoring credit, fair housing laws and credit scams. Sponsored by the City of Columbia’s Community Development Department. Call (803) 545-3373 to reserve a spot.

ROLLIN’ ON THE RIVER: 9:30 a.m. June 16 at Saluda Shoals Park, 5605 Bush River Road. Canoe, kayak or tube trips on the river followed by hot dog lunch, live music by the Blue Iguanas, games, demonstrations and exhibitors. Preregistration, $5; $10 at the gate (includes lunch). A limited number of canoes and kayaks will be available for rental, advance registration is required (you’ll need to provide your driver’s license and a credit card). (803) 213-2056 or email sharden@icrc.net

MOTORCYCLE BENEFIT RIDE: 10 a.m. June 16 at S&S Road Consultants Inc., 930 Chapin Road, Chapin. First bike out at noon, following route around Lake Murray and return at 4 p.m. Shodown will provide music for the event. $25 per rider; passengers, $15. Sponsored by the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department, proceeds will benefit Honor Flight, which provides airline and ground transportation for WWII military veterans to visit memorials in Washington, D.C. Coordinated by Chapin Patrol District supervisor (and Navy veteran) Sgt. David Amick; if you have questions, give him a call at (803) 223-3778.

FAMILY FUN HOUR: 10:30-11:30 a.m. June 16 at Historic Camden Revolutionary War Site, 222 Broad St., Camden. Walks With Horses and her miniature mount, Great Heart. Stories and activities for ages 6-12; free. (803) 432-9841; http://www.historic-camden.net

LUNCH MONEY CD RELEASE PARTY: 3 p.m. June 17 at the Richland County Public Library, 1431 Assembly St. The indie rock band’s fourth album, “Spicy Kid,” will be released June 26. (803) 799-9084

DIGITAL DARKROOM: 6-9 p.m. Mondays, June 18 and 25 at Midlands Technical College Northeast Campus, 151 Powell Road. Working knowledge of computers is required; students may bring their own laptops with any photo editing software installed; $89. (803) 732-0432; http://www.mtctraining.com

NAMI-SC WOMEN LEADERS LUNCHEON: June 20 at the Capital Senior Center, 1650 Park Circle (Maxcy Gregg Park). Recognition of seven women who have made a difference for those dealing with mental illness. Guest speaker will be author Mary Alice Monroe (“The Butterfly’s Daughter”). Doors open at 11:45 a.m.; lunch will be served until 12:30 p.m.; speaker and awards, 12:30-1:30 p.m., book signing, 1:30-2:15 p.m. $35; NAMI members and seniors ages 62 or older, $30 (ticket price includes paperback copy of “The Butterfly’s Daughter”). (803) 733-9592 or email marsha.clayman@namisc.org

THIRD THURSDAY LUNCH DISCUSSION: Noon June 21 the Red Room at the State Museum, 301 Gervais St. Greenville artist Katie Walker will discuss her work, which is included in the museum’s exhibit “Abstract Art in South Carolina: 1949-2012,” in the Lipscomb Gallery through Aug. 26. Free with museum admission or membership. (803) 898-4921; http://www.southcarolinastatemuseum.org

YOGA: 5:30-7 p.m. Thursdays, June 21-Aug. 9 at Arsenal Hill Community Center, 1800 Lincoln St. Learn postures, breathing exercises, meditation, deep relaxation along with lecture and discussion; $99. Bring a yoga mat. (803) 732-0432; http://www.mtctraining.com

INTRODUCTION TO WORD FOR SENIORS: 9 a.m.-noon Fridays, June 22 and 29 at Midlands Technical College Northeast Campus, 151 Powell Road. Basics of Microsoft Word, including creating and editing documents, formatting, printing and more; $89. (803) 732-0432; http://www.mtctraining.com

VETS WELCOME HOME EVENT: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. June 22 at the Palmetto Falls Water Park, 3381 Marion Ave., Fort Jackson. Free outreach event offered by the Dorn VA Medical Center for Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation New Dawn combat veterans (and their families) who served in OEF-OIF-OND theaters after 9/11/2001.VA staffers will have information about programs and services available for eligible combat veterans. Enrollment through the VA Medical Center is required for free admission to the park and lunch. Contact Stacey Davis at (803) 776-4000, ext. 7303, by June 15.

R.O.C.K. (REPRESENTING OUR CHRIST AS KING): Christian night of fellowship, 6 p.m.-1 a.m. June 22 at The Plex Indoor Sports, Village at Sandhill. Bounce houses, unlimited roller skating, arcade games, live concert, DJ, vendors, social networking and more. Sponsored by City of One King, advance tickets are $8; $10 at the door. (803) 463-4615; http://www.facebook.com/cityofoneking

“ALMOST, MAINE”: Chapin Theatre Company production, 8 p.m. June 22 and 23 at the American Legion/Old Chapin Firehouse, 102 Lexington Ave., Chapin. Doors open at 7:15 p.m.; Tickets are $25 per person and include dessert at intermission and silent auction. Proceeds will benefit the CTC building fund. http://www.chapintheatre.org

OMG OF HOME OWNERSHIP: Owning, Maintaining and Gardening sessions, 8:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m. June 23 at Eau Claire High School, 4800 Monticello Road. Event will feature the refinance process and mortgage modifications, decorating on a budget, landscaping and home improvement, credit counseling and repair. Register by June 20 for a chance to win a mini home makeover. Free; register at http://www.columbiasc.net/communitydevelopment or call (803) 545-3383

ART CLASSES: Watercolor and acrylics for ages 10 and older, 9-11:30 a.m. and 12:30-3 p.m. June 23 at Polo Road Park, 730 Polo Road. $30, includes all materials needed for a completed painting. (803) 736-1657http://www.firstclassart.webs.com

“YESTERDAY IS STILL GONE … OR IS IT?”: 3, 8 p.m. June 23 and 5 p.m. June 24 at the Harbison Theatre, Midlands Technical College, 7300 College St., Irmo. Advance tickets are $15 (VIP seating, $20); available at Ocean Fresh Seafood, 2000 Clemson Road; Sims Music, 1110 St. Andrews Road, Brookland Federal Credit Union, 1058 Sunset Blvd., West Columbia; Perfect Printing, 301 Veterans Road and http://www.wowproduction.org

GREATER COLUMBIA CHAPTER OF THE U.S. AMATEUR BALLROOM DANCERS ASSOCIATION: 7:15-10:30 p.m. June 23 at the Hugh Dimmery Memorial Center (The Barn), 680 Cherokee Lane, West Columbia. Casual dress; non-alcoholic drinks, refreshments and snack will be available and a complimentary dance lesson will be offered from 7:45-8:15 p.m. with professional instructors. $10; USADance members, $7; students, $5. http://www.usadance.us

MOVIES UNDER THE STARS: “The Zookeeper,” June 23 at Crooked Creek Park, 1098 Old Lexington Highway, Chapin. Family fun walk at 7:30 p.m.; movie starts at dark, around 8:45 p.m. Free refreshments provided by Chapin Baptist Church Family Ministries. No alcohol or pets. (803) 345-6181; http://www.icrc.net

GREATER COLUMBIA CHAPTER OF THE U.S. AMATEUR BALLROOM DANCERS ASSOCIATION: 7:15-10:30 p.m. June 23 at the Hugh Dimmery Memorial Center (The Barn), 680 Cherokee Lane, West Columbia. Casual dress; non-alcoholic drinks, refreshments and snack will be available and a complimentary dance lesson will be offered from 7:45-8:15 p.m. with professional instructors. $10; USADance members, $7; students, $5. http://www.usadance.us

GREATER COLUMBIA COMMUNITY RELATIONS COUNCIL LUNCHEON: 12:30-2 p.m. June 27 at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, 1101 Lincoln St. Guest speaker will be Frank Martin, USC men’s basketball coach. Tickets are $35; corporate sponsorship tables available. Reservations deadline is June 15. (803) 733-1130

INTRODUCTION TO CALLIGRAPHY: 9:30 a.m.-noon June 30 at Tapp’s Art Center, 1644 Main St.; $35, includes all materials. (843) 482-0127 or email lawrence.natasha@gmail.com

CAROLINA CELEBRATION OF LIBERTY: 4 and 7:30 p.m. July 1 at First Baptist Columbia, 1306 Hampton St. Free tickets are available 9 a.m.-3 p.m. weekdays at the church and http://firstbaptistcolumbia.com/liberty

This story was originally published June 7, 2012 at 12:00 AM with the headline "Community Calendar, June 7."