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Author Events

Comic Book Signing: Nov. 17, 12-2 p.m. at Scratch N’ Spin, 513 12th St, West Columbia. Writer Chuck Brown will sign copies of Bitter Root #1 and answer questions about the series. Every purchase of Bitter Root #1 comes with a raffle ticket for a chance to win an original sketch by series artist Sanford Greene. Limited edition black & white prints by legendary artist Mike Mignola and a limited number of copies also signed by Sanford Greene will be available. For info www.facebook.com/events/1936162569804716/

Words & Wine Holiday Book Signing: Nov. 20, 6-8 p.m. at Jubilee Circle 2627 Millwood Ave, Columbia, SC. Meet local authors and select holiday gifts. Selections include fiction, non-fiction, children’s books, cookbooks, and poetry. Music by Ken & Igor. Wine and light refreshments served. FREE gift wrapping offered. For more info call (803) 262-8646 or visit www.facebook.com/events/1172259406269970

events

BLOOD DRIVES: Cayce-West Columbia: Nov. 19, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., SC Dept. of Vocational Rehabilitation, 1410 Boston Ave.; Lexington: Nov. 20, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Morgan & Associates, 104 Hamilton St., Nov. 21, noon-5 p.m., Mid-Carolian Electric Cooperative, 254 Longs Pond Rd., Nov. 25, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Corpus Christi Catholic Chruch, 2350 Augusta Hwy.; Irmo: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Irmo High School, 6671 St. Andrews Rd. Make an apoitment at wwwRedCrossBlood.org. or call 1-800-733-2767.

Celebrating 10 years of river advocacy: Nov. 9, 6-10 p.m. Congaree Riverkeeper will host a 10 year anniversary at Stormwater Studios (413 Pendleton St, Columbia). Local food trucks The Belgian Waffle Truck, Scott Benny’s, Los Chicano’s, and Scoopy Doo Gelato/Drip Coffee Truck will be serving food and The Whig will pour libations. Bands E.Z. Shakes and The Mustache Brothers and more will perform. Tickets are $10 to benefit Congaree Riverkeeper and their mission to protect Congaree, Broad, and Lower Saluda Rivers. For more info: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/congaree-riverkeeper-10-yr-anniversary-celebrationtickets-50366952912 .

Poetry Collection Release: Nov. 13, 7-10 p.m. at The White Mule, 707 Saluda Ave, Columbia, SC 29205. LOCAL ATTORNEY AND MUSICIAN R. BENTZ KIRBY RELEASES FIRST POETRY COLLECTION. ‘Dream Work’ to feature poems inspired by the author’s near-death experience. Music provided by guitarist Jim Mings, followed by local classic rock ensemble Stillhouse.

food and fun

Celebration of Freedom Fundraiser: Nov. 8, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Lace House gardens in Columbia, SC. Special guest chefs and bluegrass music from Willie Wells and Blue Ridge Mountain Grass. The South Carolina National Guard Foundation is hosting the event and serves all members of the South Carolina Army and Air National Guard, Veterans, and their families. Tickets are available at: www.scngf.org .

ST. DAVID HOMECOMING: Nov. 11, 10:30 a.m., 132 St. David’s Church Rd. West Columbia. You are invited to the celebration. Pot luck meal follows the service.

holiday markets

Chapin Band Holiday Market: Nov. 10, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at Chapin High School Gym visit the 3rd annual holiday market. See 80+ local crafters/vendors with handmade gifts, wood work, healthcare, bath & spa, iron work, clothes, jewelry, holiday items, home decor, food items, food trucks and a silent auction. For more info visit https://www.facebook.com/events/667680803624794/ .

Christmas Craft Show and Holiday Bazaar: Nov. 10, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Lexington Middle School Cafeteria, 702 North Lake Drive, Lexington. Free admission and parking. Over 100 crafters and vendors from all over the Midlands showcasing their talents and creations get a jump start on all of your Christmas and holiday shopping. Come shop local and find lots of unique gifts for every occasion. For more info: Jamie Organ at 803-553-4912 or haleymackphotog@gmail.com .

Lessons/Seminars

CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH: Thursdays, 7-8 p.m., Family Life Center, Zion Lutheran Church, 226 Corley Mill Rd., Lexington. Beginners & intermediate. Free and open to public. Info: Bridget Ridgell, 803-413-9534.

Garden Like a Master: Nov. 14 at 1 p.m. at Irmo Branch Library; Learn where to buy seeds, how many, and how you should prepare before planting.

PICKLEBALL: Free event every Thursday morning, 10 a.m. – noon, rain or shine, and $2 Saturday mornings,10 a.m. – noon at the Lexington County Tennis Complex, 425 Oak Drive, Lexington. In the event of inclement weather, the Oak Grove Civic

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SQUARE DANCE LESSONS: Sundays 1:30 p.m., The Barn, 680 Cherokee Lane, West Columbia. First lesson free, then $5 per lesson. Info: 772-0546.

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 p.m. at 269 Charter Oak Rd., Lexington.

Communications & Leadership: Lexington County Toastmasters offers a way to learn and grow. 7:15 a.m. 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 p.m. 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.

music/theater

CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS: Concert by Lake Murray Choral Society Nov. 30-Dec. 1, 7:30 p.m., Saxe Gotha Presbyterian Church, 5503 Sunset Blvd., Lexington. Tickets available one hour prior to concert or may be purchased in advance at www.LexCoChoraSoc.org .

Free Veterans Day Concert: Nov. 11, 5 p.m. at Trinity Episcopal Church, join Fort Jackson and the community at 1100 Sumter St, Columbia, SC to celebrate the centennial of the Armistice ending World War One. The performance will consist of a choir consisting of brass and percussion, along with an organist, Debbie Bauer. The concert will feature music for brass and organ by J.S. Bach, Aaron Copland, Marcel Dupre’ and Maurice Durufle’.

“Let’s Reconnect” Piano Concert: Dec. 30, 4 p.m. at Gilbert United Methodist Church at 510 Main St., Gilbert, SC. See Jim Hendricks perform. Attendees will be invited to purchase music and/or piano scores, contribute to a love-gift, and attend a post-concert “Meet & Greet”.

M*A*S*H: Nov. 9-18 at Village Square Theater in Lexington. Show times are Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. M*A*S*H stands for Mobile Army Surgical Hospital. See the two unpredictable madcaps, Hawkeye and Duke. Tickets are $18 for adults, $16 for students/seniors/military, and $14 for children. Tickets may be purchased online at www.villagesquaretheatre.com or by calling the box office at 803-359-1436.

MUSICAL POTPOURRI: Nov. 18, 3:30 pm, Harbison Theatre, Midlands Technical College, 7300 College St., Irmo. Lake Murray Symphony Orchestra presents free concert, donations accepted. Music from Mozart to Rodgers and Hammerstein. Info: www.LMSO.com or 803-400-3540.

Pine Ridge Boys: Nov. 11, 6 p.m. the Pine Ridge Boys will sing at Beulah United Methodist Church at 161 Beulah Church Rd in Gilbert.

RESOUNDING JOY: Dutch Fork Choral Society presents a free Christmas concert Nov. 30, 7:30 p.m., St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, 170 St. Andrews Road, Irmo. The concert features a Christmas Cantata, antiphonal works by Gabrieli and Vivaldi, and festive holiday favorites. Donations graciously accepted. Info: www.dutchforkchoralsociety.com , Jim Buck, (803) 318-0488, or Email info@dutchforkchoralsociety.com “Silent Voices”: Nov. 15, 6 p.m. doors open. Homeless Helping Homeless of Columbia will present a unique and inspirational evening of original music, spoken word, poetry, and dance at Tapps Art Center 1644 Main St, Colubmia. The performances are based on homeless artists’ life experiences. There will be a silent auction and light refreshments. Tickets are general admission with a suggested donation of $10 at the door.

Winter Concert: Dec. 5, 7 p.m. at the Lexington One Performing Arts Center at Lexington High School. See the Lexington Community Band perform.

Outdoor Fun

Guided Walking Tours: 12,000 Year History Park on Congaree Creek. Tours start at Cayce Tennis Center 1120 Fort Congaree Trail in Cayce. Arrive 15 minutes before tour. Tour dates: Nov. 10, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Battle of Congaree Creek Civil War Encampment and Tours, 1 p.m. Battlefield Daylight Tour, 6 p.m. Battlefield Evening Lantern Tour; Nov. 17, 1 p.m. Fort Congaree & 18th Century Trade Tour, 6 p.m. Native American Lifeways Lantern Tour; Dec. 1, 1 p.m. Battle of Congaree Creek, 3 p.m. Fort Congaree and 18th Century Trade Tour. For more info visit www.Facebook.com/12000YearHistoryPark .

Reunion

HOOK: Descendants of Marshall and Ed Hook, November 11, Parish Building at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Lexington. All are invited to join us for church service at 9:30 with the reunion starting at 1 pm. Please bring a well-filled basket of food, a gallon of tea, and any updates to the Family Tree.

Yard Sale/Market

Mission Market: Nov. 10, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church Parish Life Center 1130 St Peters Rd, Lexington. Artisan crafts, bakery, casserole dinners, country store, and more. Enjoy holiday shopping with friends and neighbors. Proceeds to benefit 4 charities.