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Top 10 list of things to do the week of January 18th, 2010 in Aiken, South Carolina

1)  ‘Historic Banksia Watering Trough Dedication’ at the Aiken County Historical Museum at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 23rd.  This function is a contributing event to Celebrate Aiken.   A hunt breakfast hosted by Friends of the Aiken County Historical Museum and the Equestrian Community will follow the open to the public event.

More Information:   Contact Billy Benton (803-649-0045) or Elliot Levy (803-642-2015)

2)  ‘Squabbles’ will be performed at the Aiken Community Playhouse.  Enjoy a comedic performance about a father-in law and a mother. January 22nd and 23rd at 3pm and 8:30 p.m. on the 24th. 

More Information: 803-648-1438,or email info@aikencommunityplayhouse.com or www.aikencommunityplayhouse.com.
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3) On January 23rd, attend an Aiken Illustrated Book Signing by Ginny Soutworth and Richard Pearce.  The book was created in honor of the 175th Celebrate Aiken Event.  2:00 to 3:30 at the Aiken County Library- Aiken, SC

More Information:  http://aikenlibraryfriends.com/events.html

 4)  Enjoy a great journaling workshop at the Aiken Branch of the Aiken County Library from 2:00 to 3:00 on the 24th.  ”You do not need a special locked book to keep a journal! Adult participants should bring their own pen and notebook to this free program.

More Information:  HERE

5)  On Saturday the 23rd, Watch the incredible Sandy Hills Farm Jumping Derby.  This preliminary is for Beg.Novice.  1195 Sizemore Road in Aiken.

More Information: (803) 295-7065

6) Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours this Thursday, January 21st . Open your eyes to medicine and art.
Aiken Regional Medical Centers (ARMC) at the Aiken Center for the Arts (122 Laurens Street, SW).  Meet ARMC executives, new physicians, and mingle with key medical staff.  Includes a fabulous Art Show which is part of this years 175th Celebration of Aiken History. 

More Information: Contact: The Aiken Chamber of Commerce

7)   January 22nd to the 30th at the James Brown Arena in Augusta have fun at the Augusta Equestrian Futurity.

More Information and full list of events:  www.augustafuturity.com

8)  Winter Opera Performance Galaby the Aiken Opera Society on Saturday, January 23 6 to 9 p.m. at Banksia.

More Information:  Jane Gunnell (803) 215-6164.

9)  The Midday Music & Lunch Concert Seriesat First Presbyterian Church of Aiken 12:00 Noon. Lunch follows the 30 minute concert. On the corner of Laurens Street and Barnwell Street. 

More Information: 803.648.2662.
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10)    The Moscow State Radio Symphony Orchestra 8:00 p.m. the Etherridge Center.

More Information:  www.usca.edu/ec   Phone: 803-641-3305

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.

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

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* 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.