Benefit sales

Annual yard sale: Jul. 27, 7 am-12 pm at the Atrium of the Lighthouse, the back building on the Saxe Gotha Presbyterian Church campus at 5503 Sunset Blvd, Lexington.

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’.

YARD & BAKE SALE: July 20, St. Alban’s annual Indoor Yard & Bake Sale , 403 Park Rd., Lexington, 7:30 am-2 pm. Proceeds benefit missions in Ecuador. Information: M-F, 8 am to noon 359-2444.

events

Embracing the Glory of God: Jul. 12-14, Atmosphere Christian Center, 9161C Two Notch Road, Columbia. We invite you to come and join us for three special events as we worship and praise God for all that he has done! Invite your family, friends, coworkers and neighbors as we celebrate another milestone as the Church turns 25. Jul. 12, at 7pm. Hear Pastor Kenneth Morgan, from Orangeburg, SC; Jul. 13 at 6pm. Enjoy a celebratory red carpet gala with Pastor Timothy Frisby, minister of music. For this event the attire is formal. The cost is $50.00 per person; Jul. 14, 4pm attend an anniversary service with Apostle Anthony T. Mays, from Suitland, MD.

Making slime: Jul. 18, 10 am-2 pm at Caughman Harman Funeral Home, 503 N. Lake Dr, Lexington. Join us for a fun time making slime creations! RSVP to 803-359-6118. All slime making supplies and a snack will be included, an adult must be present.

Pet Clinic: Jul. 13, 8 am-12 pm at We-Care Center, 1808 Chapin Rd, Chapin. The Street Dog Coalition will host a free pet medical clinic for pets of homeless and low-income families. No appointment necessary. Services offered: physical exams, vaccinations, parasite control, pet food, spay/neuter vouchers, and more. For info on how to volunteer or donate supplies contact Dr. Jessica Graham of Graham Vet to Pet Veterinary Services at grahamvet2pet@gmail.com , 803-563-3683 or visit the Facebook event: www.facebook.com/events/2354753254850301/ .

Repticon: Aug. 10, 10 am-5 pm, Aug. 11 10 am-4 pm at Jamil Temple, 206 Jamil Rd in Columbia. Enjoy this reptile and exotic animal expo featuring vendors, breeders, and educators. This family-oriented, fun-filled event allows you to learn about animals not typically seen in pet stores. At the door tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for children 5-12, children under 5 get in free. Advance and VIP admission available at https://repticon.com/south-carolina/columbia/ .

Farmers Markets

Market at Icehouse: Every Sat. May 30-Sept. 28 (except Jul. 6) 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

Death of a Hot Sauce Salesman: Jul. 20, 6-9 pm at the River Center at Saluda Shoals Park. This murder mystery dinner event has guests using their detective skills to solve the murder of Prescott Knight, hot sauce baron. Event includes a buffet meal, drink tickets, costume contest with a 1950s Southern Gentry theme, and door prizes. Grand prize to the amateur sleuth who solves the mystery. Tickets are $45, event is for those 18 or older. Get your tickets http://www.friendsoftheirmobranchlibrary.org/ or at the Irmo Branch Library, 6251 St. Andrews Rd.

lessons/training

GAL Training: Free 30-hour volunteer Guardian ad Litem training teaches about the Family Court system, how to recognize abuse and neglect and how to communicate with children, foster parents and every party involved in the case. For more info and how to become a GAL volunteer, visit http://gal.sc.gov or call 803-957-6484

meetings

BIBLES AND BREW: St. John’s Lutheran Church offers a weekly bible study at Krafty Draft Brewpub in Lexington. Faith Uncorked offers a chance to discuss life and meet new friends over a beverage and meal. The group meets Wednesdays at 6 pm at 269 Charter Oak Rd., Lexington.

Communications & Leadership: Lexington County Toastmasters offers a way to learn and grow. 7:15 am on the 1st-3rd Thursday except holidays, 2nd floor conference room, Lexington Medical Center, 811 West Main Street, Lexington. For details, contact Jerry Bellune at jerrybellune@yahoo.com or 803-331-6695. Richland 2500 Toastmasters International meets 1st & 3rd Thursday each month except holidays, 6:45-8:45 pm at Irmo Medical Park building - 7033 St. Andrews Road, Columbia, SC 29212 in room 302. Contact: Donald Dills, 803-917-7726, Kalenna Ginyard, 803-873-5433.

Friends for LaVie: Jul. 28, 4 pm. Meetings held at 1213 W Main St, Lexington. Pro-life community group meeting. Meeting space provided by Midlands Christian Church in Lexington, but all are welcome to attend.

Pulmonary Fibrosis Support Group: Meets every month 3rd Tuesday at 2 pm at Saxe Gotha Presbyterian Church, Lexington. For more information, call Carolyn Brooks 803-960-9949 or Sue Amick 803-463-2001.

SMART Recovery: Tuesday nights at 7 pm, at LRADAC Richland County’s campus at 2711 Colonial Dr, Columbia, in Room 604. The meeting offers self-management and recovery training for all ages. For more info on this or other programs by the Courage Center visit www.couragecentersc.org .

Young Adult Wellness Meeting: Wednesday nights at 7 pm, young adults 19-26 are invited to meet at The Courage Center at 860 Park Rd, Lexington. They’re invited to focus on improving health and wellness, living a self-directed positive life, and reaching their full potential. For more info on this or other programs by the Courage Center visit www.couragecentersc.org .

Youth Recovery Support: Monday nights at 7 pm, youth ages 15-18 are invited to meet at the Courage Center, 860 Park Rd, Lexington. For unique recovery support and mentoring personalized to the individual. For more info on this or other programs by The Courage Center visit www.couragecentersc.org .

Youth Recovery TRIBE: Thursday nights at 6:30 pm, youth of all ages in recovery are invited to visit The Courage Center at 860 Park Rd, Lexington. TRIBE stands for tapping resources of imagination, belonging, and education. The program is designed to create a positive, engaging, and fun community for young people in recovery. For more info on this or other programs by the Courage Center visit www.couragecentersc.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.

Casablanca: Aug. 2, 8:30 pm at Icehouse Amphitheater. Join the Lexington County Recreation and Aging Commission and the Icehouse Amphitheater for a showing of Casablanca. This movie is rated PG. Admission is free.

Edwin McCain Live: Sept. 28, 6 pm, at 7507 Eastview Dr. Irmo during the Irmo Okra Strut Festival. The show starts at 6:00 PM and is free to the public.

Flannel Fest: Jul. 26, 5 pm at Icehouse Amphitheater. See Grind, an Alice in Chains tribute; Nevermind, a Nirvana tribute; Core, a Stone Temple Pilots tribute; and Jeremy’s Ten, a Pearl Jam tribute. The show is open to all ages, and general admission tickets are $15 the day of the show.

Friday Night Laser Lights: The State Museum Friday night summer series returns. This newly expanded rockin’ summer tradition will now include live music, specialty cocktails, lasers and CGI visuals choreographed to music inside the museum’s 55 ft. digital dome. Apollo Theme Jul. 26 7 pm - The Beatles Abbey Road, 8 pm - Led Zeppelin, 9 pm - Metallica, 10 pm - Pink Floyd; Woodstock Theme Aug. 23 7 ation and Aging Commission and the Icehouse Amphitheater Christmas in July and a showing of The Grinch. This movie is rated PG. Admission is free.

Harbison Heat Concert: Jul. 20, 4-9 pm at Harbison Theatre, Midlands Technical College. Enjoy local food trucks, face painting, interactive activities, MTC Showoff finalists performing music, as well as Josh Roberts and the Hinges, The Mobrows, and more! Tickets for the evening are $10 for adults, $5 for students, and free for 3 and under. Get tickets at www.harbisontheatre.org or by calling 803-407-2011.

REGGAETRONIC: Free floating music festival on Lake Murray July 13, 11 am. Bring your boats and floats and savor modern reggae, funk, rock and electronic music. Donations accepted for Shriners Children’s Hospital. Visit www.reggaetronicsc.com for information or to donate.

Summer

Free summer lunch & activities: Jun. 10-Aug. 8, Mon.-Thu. 11 am-1 pm. Lunch from 11:30 am-12:30 pm. Snack 12:45-1 pm. (Closed the week of July 4th) Free summer lunch and activities for kids/teens up to age 18 at Church of Christ at Sunset Boulevard, 1303 Sunset Boulevard, West Columbia. Arts and crafts, games, puzzles, outdoor basketball, summer reading, outdoor play, and more.

Summer Reading: Aug. 7, 10-11:30 am at Fountains of Edenwood, Cayce. Children-middle school age children are invited to bring their own books or borrow books to read during this summer reading event.

Vacation Bible School: At New Hope Lutheran Church at 1725 Old Ta-mah Rd, Irmo. For all ages at their new worship center. Runs Jul. 14-18, 6-8 pm. There will be a meal at 5:30 pm. The theme is Miraculous Mission – Jesus saves the world. You can register online at www.vbsmate.com/newhope . For more info call 803-753-1249.

tours

HISTORIC HOUSE TOURS: Tuesday-Saturday 11:30 am, 1:30 pm, and 2:30 pm; Sunday 1pm, 2:30 pm, and 4 pm. Free to Historic Columbia members. Nonmember adults $10, $7 youth. Visit gift shop at Robert Mills House, 1616 Blandings St., Columbia to purchase admission.

OUtdoor fun

Blowfish Baseball: Baseball at 474 Ball Park Rd, Lexington. Jul. 13, 7:05 pm it’s scout night and superhero night with ‘Concert in the Sky Fireworks’ at the end of the evening. Play catch with the Blowfish from 6-6:30 pm ahead of the game; Jul. 19, 7:05 pm it’s Lion King night with ‘Concert in the Sky Fireworks’ at the end of the evening; Jul. 20, 7:05 pm it’s the 50th anniversary of the Moon landing. Play catch with the Blowfish from 6-6:30 ahead of the game. ‘Concert in the Sky Fireworks’ at the end of the evening. Tickets are available online https://www.goblowfishbaseball.com/sports/bsb/2018-19/schedule or by visiting Blowfish on Main at 101 East Main St, Lexington.

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 3 and 10 at 10:00 am. For more info visit:  www.stjohnslexington.com .