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Events and Happenings Around Aiken South Carolina for the week of January 11th, 2010

1)  The Redneck Tenors are Broadway Bound as they performat the Etherredge Center which is located at  471 University Pkwy., Aiken. on Friday, at 8:00 p.m.  For more information call 803-641-3305.

2)  ‘Squabbles’  performed will be performed on Friday and Saturday at 8:00 p.m. at the Aiken Community Playhouse/Washington Center for the Performing Arts, 126 Newberry St., Aiken.  The play puts a father-in-law against a mother in a hilarious set of squabbles.  For more information, call 803-648-1438, email info@aikencommunityplayhouse.com or visit their website at www.aikencommunityplayhouse.com.

3)  The 57th Annual Camellia  Floral Show will be held  at the Aiken Mall, 2441 Whiskey Rd.  This event is hosted by the Aiken Camellia Society. Exhibitors may include any grower and blooms may be entered in the contest from 8:00 a.m to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday the 16th.   The Event will be open to the public on Saturday from 3:00 pm-8:00 pm and on Sunday from 1:00pm-6:00pm.  Contact Mr. Lee Poe at 803-648-8249 or Mr. Jim Dickson at 803-279-9451 for more information.

4)  On Saturday the 16th of January from 10:00 to 3:00 p.m.  at the USC Aiken Convocation Center, Brides, Brides to be, and those Dreaming of being a Bride will en joy Aiken’s Premiere Wedding Expo.  Enjoy caterers, musicians,  florists, photographers, rentals, formal wear, gowns, and more. There will be a  “mock reception” that will be celebrated throughout the day so attendees can watch their vendors in ‘motion” the theme this year is “Groovy”

5)  Dupont Planetarium at USC Aiken features two great events for you to attend on Saturday the 16th – Mission to Mars at 7 pm. and Digistar Laser Fantasy 9 pm.

6)  The Aiken bicycle clubmeets at Maria’s Mexican on Pine Log road on  Monday January 11th, 2010 from  6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

7)  The 2nd Annual Icicle Ball benefits the ACTS Food Programs and featured dinner, music and dancing will be held  at the prestigious Newberry Hall on January 16th, 2010 from 6:00p.m. to 11:00p.m. The cost is $50.00 per person and music will be provided by Palmetto Groove.  Black Tie Optional.  For more information call ACTS 649-3800

8)  Baby it’s Cold Outside!  The AA Winter Equestrian Fall Festival II will be held at the Highfields Event Center at 147 Warehouse Road in Aiken on  January 13-17 Contact (803) 649-3505 or psjshows@aol.com for more information.

9)  Attend anequestrian educational event for drivers hosted by the Aiken Driving Club on January 13th, at 7:00p.m.  The theme for the evening is “Putting Your Best Foot Forward”.  contact Peggy Keeler at 803-641-0372 for more information. 

10)  Catch a Great Flick at the Aiken County Library on January 15th, 2010 from 2:00 to 3:00 as they show the movie  Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs.

*** Information is subject to change and for entertainment purposes only. Sponsored by True South Communities a South Carolina Real Estate Company and Land Developer.

Events and Happenings in Aiken South Carolina

Week Beginning December 7th, 2009

Happy Pearl Harbor Day- we appreciate the members of our armed forces who work tirelessly to

provide us with security and freedom!

1)  Night of 1000 Lights in Downtown Aiken on Thursday, December 10th beginning at 5:00 p.m.  Downtown vendors will offer special holiday shopping sales while shoppers enjoy an evening lit by thousands of luminaries that will line the streets. 

2)  Enjoy an evening of Jazzat the Ethridge Center at USCA.  Beginning at 7:00 on Friday, December 11ththe concert will feature Preston and Weston with Sandara Simmons.

3)  Enjoy a choral performance by the Masterworks Chorale of Aiken at 5:00 on Sunday, December 13th.  Tickets are available at the Ethridge Center box office for 10.00 each.

4)  Nightly venture to Hopeland Gardens for their annual Christmas in Hopelands light display.  The lighting begins at 5:30 with a shuttle running from Whisky Road (Goodwill) until 9:00 p.m.

5)  Join the Aiken Choral Society for their annual Holiday Home Tour.  Tour begins at 4:00 with maps available at 3:30 from the Chamber of Commerce and other partner vendors.  803-642-0467 for more information.

6)  It’s a Wonderful Life! Enjoy the play at the Washington Center of the Arts December 11th and 12th at 8:00 p.m.

7) On Saturday, December 12, 2009 at 2:00pm  Have fun at the Reptiles and Turtles Program with Book Signing The authors Whit Gibbons and Judy Green will introduce The Animal Answer Guide and Lizards and Crocodiles of the Southeast their two newest offerings to the public.

8)  Attend the Nutcracker Ballet at the Ethridge Center 803-641-3305 for more information.  Performance by the Aiken Civic Ballet Group will begin at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 12th.

9) Go to the Aiken Farmers Market for Holly Days! Vendors will have wreaths and other holiday wears as well as the usually fabulous selection of winter produce.  Saturday December 12th from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

10)  Pony Up! At the Highlands Horse Show progressive jumping will be in full spring!  http://www.psjshows.comfor more information. December 12th and 13th admission is free.

Happy Thanksgiving Edition of LiveAiken.com!

Spotlight:  One Table visit onetable.org for more details. 

Something not seen in any other community I have lived or visited on the day of feasting we Americans call Thanksgiving happens in downtown Aiken every year!  The ONE TABLE celebration began in 2005 and is an opportunity for neighbors from Aiken to gather together around a community banquet table and enjoy Thanksgiving as a community, just the way the pilgrims did it!  Billed on their website as a “hand shake” rather than a hand out, pictures from events past and comments by local authority and celebrity figures posted on the website tell a story of an amazing opportunity to enjoy all that is Aiken, SC during a time of gratitude and hope for the future!  Details on the event are listed below but you may also contact Kathryn Wade at 803-295-8585.  This year more than 2000 residents are expected to gather from 11:00 to 2:00 in The Ally just behind City Hall. 

1)  One Table-  community Thanksgiving table in The Ally behind City Hall from 11:00 to 2:00 on ThursdayNovember 26th.

2)  The Blessing of the Hounds- The Aiken Hounds opening meet and The Blessing of the Hounds happens on Thanksgiving day, November 26th at 11:00 a.m. visit http://www.aikenhounds.com for more information.

3)  Enjoy a Quilt Show and Exhibit-  Hosted by the Aiken Historical Society enjoy a great display of this amazing form of  artwork that has been handed down as a legacy through the ages.  Show will be from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm at the Aiken Historical Society located on Newberry Street.  803-642-2015 or museum@aikencountysc.gov for more information.

4)  Visit The Jim Harrison Gallery- A customer appreciation event will be hosted on Saturday, November 29th from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm Jim Harrison will be on site to personally sign any purchased artwork. They will be giving away a free print with each purchase!

5)  It’s A Wonderful Life- the play will be held at the Washington Center for Performing Arts on Friday and Saturday.  Based on the beloved film by Frank Capra the play will be held both nights at 8:00pm.  For more information go to http://www.aikencommunityplayhouse.com.

6)  Attend the United States Equestrian Association Horse Trials at the Pinetop Farm.  Contact 706-449-3039 for more details on this event located in Thompson Georgia and attended by many equestrian lovers in Aiken, SC.

7) Get an Aiken Arts Registry Listing- Aiken continues to compile a list of area artists in a list that can be requested by emailing bgassman@aiken.net.  Need to commission a woodworker, artist, graphic designer, or mixed discipline artist?  This is the place to go for a comprehensive listing of available talent in our area!  If you are an artist wanting to be on the registry, visit HERE for details.

8)  Bike, Bird, or Hike along the Greenway in North Augusta- Just minutes our neighbor, North Augusta offers a seven mile paved greenway path that winds its way through some of our areas most spectacular natural amenities.  Join friends and family in saluting the amazing weather we have in our area by visiting the Greenway today!  A great place to walk off that extra green bean or pineapple casserole you inhaled on Thanksgiving! HERE for more details

9)  Visit the Aiken Farmers Market on Tuesday  to pick up those last minute fresh shopping and decorative items needed for your family feast!  The market is actually open 7 days a week with vendors preferring Tuesday’s and Saturday’s during the winter months beginning in January.  Hours are from 8:30 am to 1:30pm.  Call 803-642-7761 to verify time, produce available and in season and for directions.

10)  Visit a Green Home under constructionand visit with Custom Builder Don Cerra.  Don will explain the benefits of going green as you tour his green home under construction in Kings Ridge, a True South Communities Gated Homestead.  Call 803-335-8468 for an appointment.

Watch video of our live Reporter,  Alma Dunnavant at the recent Aiken Downtown Sidewalk Sale!

Want your event listed? Contact catherine@truesouthcommunities.com and we will get it on for you! ** restrictions apply

* True South Communities does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, familial status, handicap, or national origin. For amusement only information should be confirmed with hosting company/party of each event. Information may contain errors and is subject to change without notice.

Top Ten List of Things to do in Aiken, South Carolina for the
Week of August 3rd, 2009

Want your event listed?  Contact LiveAiken.com and we will get it on for you!

One:
Help Design the 2009 Annual
Aiken Medallion
Downtown Aiken Development Association
The Week of August 3rd, 2009
Submit your suggestion for the Annual Aiken Medallion
a highly sought after collectors item.
Aiken Downtown Development Association for more details

Two:
Enjoy a Broxton Bridge Trail Ride
The week of August 3rd, 2009
Trails include ridges of 34+ feet, mature pine stands and hardwoods. 
Over 50 miles of riding enjoyment. Bring your own horse and enjoy. 
Contact Broxton Bridge for more information.

Three:
Crafts at Town and Country B&B
August 3rd – 7th, 2009 11:00a.m. to 3:00p.m.
Craft Camps at Town and Country Bed and Breakfast
Email: mailto:tcinn@bellsouth.net for more information

Four:
Experience the Arts with “Mere Mortals”
August 7th – 8th, 2009 8:00 p.m.
A series of one act plays directed by Jennifer Greer
HERE for more details

Five:
Catch a flick at the Library
Dead Cert will be showing
August 8th, 2009 2:00p.m. to 3:00p.m.
Enjoy a film about dirty deals at a horse track in Britain
More Information

Six:
Attend the Aiken Chamber of Commerce
First Friday Means Business
Friday, August 7th, 2009 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
www.aikenchamber.net for more information. Registration required.
A great opportunity for networking and socializing with the award winning
group of Chamber Professionals.

Seven:
Register for Football and Volleyball
August 3rd, 2009 for football
August 3rd and 4th, 2009 for volleyball
East Aiken Chargers the 3rd from 5:00 to 7:30 p.m. East Aiken
Elementary SAHS Volleyball tryouts 4:00p.m. to 6:00p.m. 3rd and 4th More Information

Eight:
Take a Journey to Mars
August 8th, 2009 8:00 p.m.
Dupont Planetarium presents a journey in space to Mars!
Visit the planetarium website for more information

Nine:
Volunteer for the 2009 Buddy Walk
Week of August 3rd, 2009 
The Buddy Walk will be October 4th this year, but teams and volunteers are 
needed now for a successful event!642-8406 or at csrabuddywalk@gmail.com for
more information

*** True South Communities does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, familial status, handicap, or national origin.  For amusement only information should be confirmed with hosting company/party of each event.  Information may contain errors and is subject to change without notice.