Commercial/Paid Events: We offer opportunities for promoters of paid ticket events to advertise in GO! listings and display advertising. GO! calendar entry for paid events is $50 for the first 20 words and 25¢ a word above that.

Deadline is Friday before Publication. Send items two weeks before your event by fax 803-359-2936 or email: lexingtonchronicle@gmail.com

Benefit sales

Martha’s Market: Sept. 7, 8 am at Union UMC, 7582 Woodrow St, Irmo. 8th annual Martha’s Market with more than 70 vendors. Admission is free. Event to benefit Wallace Family Life Center and Snack Packs for School District 5.

MOM SALE: Multiples of the Midlands fall/winter consignment sale on Aug. 17, 7 am-noon, Health & Wellness Center, Brook-land Baptist Church, 1066 Sunset Blvd., West Columbia. Gently used children’s clothing, furniture, equipment, etc. Admission and parking are free. Info: http://www.multiplesofthemidlands.com/ and click ‘M.O.M. Sale’.

events

Back to School Haircuts: Aug. 18, 1-5 pm at the Innovation Center, 509 Bulldog Blvd, Cayce. The Innovation Center’s salon is partnering with area barbers and stylists to offer free haircuts for the upcoming school year. Hairstyles: shampoo/flat iron, cornrow braids (must bring hair if adding), ponytails, and roller sets. No appointment is necessary. For more info visit www.lex2.org/apps/news/article/1066297 .

Bike Rally: Aug. 24, 12-6 pm at VFW Post 8738, 424 Cedarcrest Dr., Lexington. Bike rally fundraiser to build a Memorial Walk at the VFW post. Adult bike show and judging 2-4 pm, kids bike show and judging of the patriotic bike decoration contest at 1 pm. Flag retirement ceremony at 3 pm showing the proper way to take an American Flag out of service. BBQ, hot dog plates for donations 12-6 pm. Hourly door prizes with ticket sales at the site and before. Name and phone number required. Any questions, contact: Dan Holtel, 803-587-2455, dwholtel@gmail.com .

Cruise-in Fundraiser: Aug. 24, 6-9 pm at Lexington Co. Administration, 212 South Lake Drive, Lexington. On June 8 a terrible collision left Roy Hall, a K9 Deputy with Lexington County Sheriff’s Dept. seriously injured. 100% of proceeds raised go to Deputy Hall. Admission $5 per vehicle/motorcycle. Entertainment, vendors, and food available. Admission gets 2 raffle tickets for a 2 night Greenville hotel stay and steak house gift card.

Recycling Event: Aug. 10, 9 am-1 pm at Lexington High School’s Technology Center parking lot at 2463 Augusta Hwy, Lexington. Lexington County residents are encouraged to bring electronics, household hazardous waste, paper documents to be shred on-site, donations for male veterans, and donations for Goodwill. Materials only accepted from Lexington County residents. No refrigerators, freezers, items with freon or materials generated by businesses are accepted. For additional information about Recycling Drop-off Events, visit www.lex-co.sc.gov/solidwaste or contact Lexington County’s Recycling Coordinator Traude Sander at (803) 785-3340.

Strut-in-style Fashion Show: Sept. 5, 6-9 pm at Holiday Inn and Suites 110 McSwain Dr, West Columbia. Tickets available from any member for $35 or $50 per couple. This year the West Metro Rotary Club is excited to include local 1st responder heroes, men and women, as models. For more info about West Metro Rotary Club, upcoming events and/or ways you can help support our efforts contact Trent Thompson

(803) 465-1853.

Farmers Markets

Market at Icehouse: Every Sat. Jul. 27-Sept. 28 from 9 am-12 pm at Icehouse Amphitheater. A farmer/grower and local artisan market that uses a community-friendly atmosphere to promote, support, and encourage local production. This year’s event will include live, local music each week. To learn more visit www.facebook.com/pg/MarketatIcehouse/ . To become a vendor contact Walker Brewer at 803-358-7275 or email market@lexsc.com .

SEEDS OF HOPE FARMER’S MARKET: Every Saturday beginning June 8 through August, 8 am-noon, Grace United Methodist Church, 410 Harbison Blvd., Columbia. Accepts USDA produce vouchers for senior citizens. Info: 803-732-1899.

Food and fun

BBQ FUNDRAISER: Aug. 24 at 4-8 pm at Brookland Lakeview Empowerment Center, 1218 Batchelor St., West Columbia. Tickets $30. For info visit www.lexcodems.org .

Lunch and Learn: Aug. 13, 12-1 pm at Shiloh United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 1000 Springhill Rd, Gilbert. $10 for catered lunch. Topic: “Growing Up in London During World War II”. RSVP to 803-359-7586 by Aug. 9.

Wine on the River: Aug. 24, 7-10 pm at the West Columbia Riverwalk, 121 Alexander Rd, West Columbia. Enjoy wine and craft beer tastings and cuisine from Midlands restaurants. Benefits Campaign for Clarity. Tickets $60 in advance, $65 at the event. For tickets or info call 803-791-2540 or visit https://lexhealth.ticket.qtego.net/tickets/list .

lessons/training

BOATING SAFETY: Aug. 17, 8:30 am-4:30 pm, ECPI University, Suite 300, 250 Berryhill Rd., Columbia. Certified by SCDNR. Studets who complete course will receive a Boat Education Card. Fee $30 or $50 for family of two sharing materials. Under age 12 must be accompanied by an adult. To register, contact Clay Goodwin at

(719) 425-5101 or claygoodwin@netscape.net .

SWEETGRASS BASKET WEAVING: Aug. 24, 10 am-2 pm, Lexington County Museum Tour Office, 231 Fox St., Lexington. Cost $60. Materials provided, except bring your own scissors. Teacher: Mary Graham-Grant.Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/basket-weaving-class-tickets-67230402945 .

Teen Coping Skills: Sept. 15, 6 pm at Cherokee Presbyterian Church, 3622 Augusta Hwy, Gilbert. This Lessons for Life session from Cherokee Presbyterian Church will talk about ways teens can cope with issues concerning stress, peer pressure, relationships and other relevant matters. Teens, parents and grandparents are invited, and child care is provided.

meetings

LEXINGTON COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY: Aug. 8, 6-7:30 pm at Lexington Improvement League, 104 Allen St., Lexington. Please bring a nonperishable food item for Mission Lexington. www.lexcodems.org .

Music/theater

70s and 80s Rock Tribute: Aug. 30, 7 pm at Icehouse Amphitheater. Join WOMG 98.5 and Interstate Exiles for a night of 70s and 80s rock and roll at this free show. CHORAL SOCIETY REHEARSALS: Dutch Fork Choral Society rehearsals start Aug. 27, 7 pm, Chapin United Methodist Church. All voice parts needed. Grow your vocal skills and make new friends. Performances scheduled for Dec. 12, Feb. 21, and a spring concert to be announced. For more info, contact Jim Buck, cell 318-0488, or email at jim@buckstrucks.com , or info@dutchforkchoralsociety.com .

GOSPEL SINGING: Sept. 7, 6 pm, Midlands Gospel Singing Center, 705 Martin Smith Rd., Gilbert. Guests include King’s Cause and the Beulahland Quartet. Free admission. A love offering will be accepted and refreshments will be served. Info: Brenda Crosby (803) 719-1289.

school supply drives

School Shoe Drive: Aug. 1-31 at Alan K. Hyatt Thrivent Financial, 1909-C Augusta Highway, Lexington. Thrivent Financial to host a back to school shoe drive to help Samaritan’s Feet provide new athletic shoes for kids returning to the classroom this fall. If you can’t make it to the drop site, they’re accepting donations at www.samaritansfeet.org/thrivent/shoedrive/$20 will buy one pair of shoes for a child in need. For more info you can also contact 803-957-3073.

School Supply Drive: Aug. 1-Aug. 12, 8 am-5 pm at Pine Ridge Town Hall, 2757 Fish Hatchery Rd, Pine Ridge. The Pine Ridge Police Dept. is collecting pencils, paper, backpacks, calculators, rulers, pens, staplers, tape, glue, colored pencils, markers, erasers, binders, folders, scissors, etc. For more info call 803-755-2500.

OUtdoor fun

Criscione Family Golf Tournament: Oct. 17, 11 am at the Golden Hills Golf Club. Tournament proceeds help local cancer patients with daily living expenses. Registration will be at 11 am and shot gun start at 12 noon. Visit www.cancerofmanycolors.com for entry and sponsorship info. For questions or more info call Paulette Criscione at 957-1048.

IRMO MURDERS & MYSTERIES TOUR: Sept. 6, 8 pm, Irmo Town Park. Free tour to lean about the murders, mysteries, duels and lnchings in Irmo and the Dutch Fork. Must be over 18 or accompanied by an adult. Presented by Lexington County Museum. Info: 803-359-8369 or email museum@lex-co.com .

Jailbreak Escape Run: Aug. 24, 8 am at Lexington County Sheriff’s Dept., 521 Gibson Rd, Lexington. The Jailbreak Escape Urban Challenge Run is a 3.1 mile run with obstacles and Crossfit-style exercises to challenge runners of all ages/ fitness levels. Early reg. before 8/21 is $35 for single entry or $60 for 2 person entry. Register at www.strictlyrunning.com . Race to benefit Lexington County Sheriff’s Foundation.

Strides for Autism Walk: Aug. 24, 9 am-1 pm at Irmo Community Park, 7457 Eastview Drive, Irmo. $15 registration includes t-shirt. For more info and to register visit https://scautism.org/events/strides-for-autism/. Proceeds benefit the South Carolina Autism Society.

WORSHIP ON THE WATER: Boaters and jet-skiers invited for an inspirational message and short worship on the water. Boaters may rally off the banks at Turner’s Point by St. John’s Lutheran Church. Remain in your boats. No offering. August 10 at 10:00 am. For more info visit:  www.stjohnslexington.com .