To submit events, the absolute deadline is Friday before publication. However, it is best to send items at least 2 weeks before your event date by email to lexingtonchronicle@gmail.com. You may also fax your event to 803-359-2936. Please also send events that have been cancelled or rescheduled due to covid-19.

Announcements

BURNING DEBRIS: Burn permit required for burning debris in unincorporated areas of Lexington County. Call the SC Forestry Commission at 1-800- 705-8613.

COVID VACCINES: SC residents 12 or older can schedule an appointment for the Covid-19 vaccine by calling the DHEC Care Line at 1-855-472-3432. You may also get them now at Walgreens, CVS, Kroger, Riley’s Drugs and Medicine Mart, but you need an appointment.

LEXINGTON CO. collection/recycling STATION HOURS: Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 7 am until 7 pm; Sundays 3 pm until 7 pm; Tuesday and Thursday closed. Closed New Year’s Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Inclement weather or other emergency situations may result in temporary closings of some or all collection and recycling centers on a per incident basis. Every effort will be made to notify the public if such closings are required.

E-lEARNING & TOURS

E-LEARNING AT THE MUSEUM: The SC State Museum offers opportunities for learning online with virtual programs for the whole family. To learn more, visit www.scstatemuseum.org

Lexington County Story Maps: Story maps tell a narrative story related to features, places and landmarks including historic tours, a tour of the Lexington County Museum, and Lexington County Heritage. See all available tours any time at https://maps-lexco-gis.hub.arcgis.com/ .

EVENTS

1940’s Canteen Dance: July 17, 6-10 pm, American Legion Post 7, 211 Legion Dr., Lexington. A nostalgic 1940’s Canteen Dance featuring authentic 1930’s & 40’s music and entertainment, 1940’s reenactors, memorabilia, a period canteen with snacks and nonalcoholic drinks, door prizes and more! 1940’s period military or civilian dress is encouraged but not required! All ages invited to come and dance the night away or just sit back and enjoy the entertainment! Tickets $10 in advance or $20 at the door (limited number); Free for WWII Veterans. Tickets at www.sites.rootsweb.com/~scmti/Dance.html or email pss_nyz@yahoo.com.

AUTHOR TALK: June 1, 6:30 pm, Lexington Main Library, Lexington, with author and Food Network star Jeff Henderson. He will share how he turned his time behind bars into a successful career as a chef and best-selling author.

COFFEE WITH A COP: Have complimentrary coffee with Lexington police at the Market at Icehouse Amphitheater, 107 W. Main St., Lexington, May 22, June 19, July 17, Aug. 21, and Sept. 25. Child passenger seat checks will also be performed. Coffee courtesy The Haven Coffee House.

COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL: June 5-6, SC State Fairgrounds, Columbia. 100 world cultyre exhibits, food court, bazaar,fashion show and parade of nations at 2 pm. Masks mandatory indoors. Admission $7. Chjildren under 18 free with ticketed adult. Military free with ID. Saturday admission allows free re-entry on Sunday. Parking $5.

HOPPY HOUR AT THE ZOO: June 18, 6-9 pm, Riverbanks Zoo & Garden. Tickets $15, required. Must be 21. Eat, drink and meander through the zoo. Parking and entrance only at 500 Wildlife Parkway,Columbia. www.etickets.riverbanks.org

Independence Day Celebration: July 2, 7 pm, Icehouse Amphitheater, corner of Main and Church streets, Lexington. Concert by 246th Army Band followed by fireworks display. Free.

Lexington County aG + Art Tour: Free self-guided tour June 5-6, Saturday 10 am-4 pm and Sunday 1-5 pm, at Clinton Sease Farm, 382 Olde Farm Rd., Lexington; Fire Barrel Farm, 306 George Derrick Rd., Swansea; Locklair Farm,109 State Pond Rd., Gaston; Mercer House Winery, 397 Walter Rawl Rd., Lexington; and The Farm, 1127 Corley Mill Rd., Lexington; with 40 artisans along tour.

Meeting Street Artisan Market: Now open every Saturday 9 am-1 pm, 425 Meeting St., West Columbia. Artisans under the pavilion selling original art, crafts, foods and produce. Social distancing guidelines in effect. Handwashing station and hand sanitizer available.

PINE RIDGE ABSENTEE VOTING: Now open at Lexington County Board of Voter Registration & Elections, 605 W, Main St., Lexington. Complete an application and cast your ballot up until 5 pm the day before the election (June 14). Photo ID required.

Reggaetronic Music Festival: Free floating music festival on Lake Murray June 19, 11 am-6:30 pm, at Spence Island. Performers include Tropidelic, Little Stranger, Sun Dried Vibes, Lefty at the Washout and others. Barges create a floating stage, all you have to do is arrive on your boat. A portion of proceeds benefit the Jamil Temple Shriners contributions to the Children’s Hospital of SC. Front row parking starts at $250. Info: visit www.reggaetronicsc.com/

rr xing closures: Ninety-Six Rd (between Hwy 321 and Henry Rd) in Neeses, will close on Tuesday, May 25 at 8 am. Salley Rd (between Hwy 321 and Main St W) in North, will close on Wednesday, May 26 at 8 am. Expect these crossing to be closed up to 3 days.

MEETINGS

ADHD Support Group of Lexington: Meets 2nd & 4th Mondays, 6:30 pm by Zoom. Open to anyone with ADHD or who want to support and assist ADHD individuals. For login information email attention deficithelp@gmail.com

Communications & Leadership:The Lexington County Toastmasters communications and leadership club meets online at 7:15 am each Thursday. For details, email Mary Thompson at maryemyers95@gmail.com

faMILY/CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP: for those who have loved ones diagnosed with Alzheimers/Dementia. First Thursday of each month 6–7 pm. Sponsored by Oakleaf Village of Lexington. Currently using a “Virtual” format. Call 803-808-3477 for connection information.

Town of Gaston:

museums & ZOO

12,000 Year History Park: 1120 Fort Congaree Trail, Cayce. Accessible 24/7. Police monitored from Sunrise-8 pm. Virtual history tours available. Get schedule at www.cayce12000years.com or call John Jameson at 850-322-5636.

LEXINGTON COUNTY MuSEUM: Now open with precautions. Tours by appointment only with face masks and social distancing. Call 803-359-8369 for tours 10 am to 4 pm Tuesday through Saturday and 1 pm to 4 pm on Sundays at 231 Fox Street, Lexington.

RIVERBANKS ZOO & GARDENS: Timed tickets required. Face masks also required. Visit www.Riverbanks.org for information, times and tickets.

SC State Museum: 301 Gervais St, Columbia. Ages 3 and up must wear masks and adhere to social distancing. Adult $8.95, Senior (Ages 62 +) $7.95, Children (ages 3-12) $6.95. Buy advance tickets online at www.scmuseum.org

MUSIC & dANCE

Concerto for Two Pianos: June 12 at 6 and 8 pm, Koger Center for the Arts, Columbia. SC Philharmonic presents Mendelssohn: Piano Concerto No. 1 in G minor, op. 25 featuring Jessica Zhang and Poulenc Concerto for Two Pianos in D minor featuring Marina Lomazov & Joseph Rackers. Ticket prices range from $20 - $55 for in-person tickets and $15 for the virtual stream. Visit www.SCPhilharmonic.com.

GOSPEL SINGING: June 5, 6 pm, Midland Gospel Singing Center, 705 Martin Smith Rd., Gilbert. Guests are Stan Ardis and the Believers Quartet. Admission free. Social distancing guidelines will be followed. A love offering will be accepted and light refreshments will be served.

GOSPEL FUNDRAISER: June 26, 6 pm, Midlands Gospel Singing Center, 705 Martin Smith Rd., Gilbert. Sponsored by Forever Change, guests will be The Mark Trammell Quartet. A love offering will be received with all proceeds going to the Midland Gospel Singing Center’s operational budget. Refreshments will be served during intermission. Brenda Crosby, (803) 719-1289. Visit website www.midgsc. com.

SISTER HAZEL CONCERT: Platinum-selling group Sister Hazel will appear at the Icehouse Amphitheater, Main & Church streets, Lexington June 11, 6 pm. Tickets $28 rain or shine. www.eventbrite.ca/e/sister-hazel-tickets-143779043991. SC Covid guidelines in effect.

Theater

Back to Broadway: Musical revue fundraiser May 27-30, Evening performances 7:30, matinees 3. Village Square Theatre, 105 Caughman Road, Lexington (turn by Firestone Auto Care on Columbia Ave.), Lexington. Performed by some of the seasoned performers of past productions. Adults $20, seniors, students and military $18, and youth $16. Availabe www.app.arts-people.com/index. php?actions=4&p=3

THIS DAY IN HISTORY

1529: 30 Jews of Posing, Hungary, charged with blood ritual, burned at stake

1692: Court of Oyer and Terminer (“to hear and determine”) established by Governor of Massachusetts to hear accusations of witchcraft

1703: Saint Petersburg founded by Russian Tsar Peter the Great

1796: James S McLean patents his piano

1813: Americans capture Fort George, Canada

1862: Battle of Hanover Court House, Virginia (Slash Church, Peake’s Station)

1863: CSS Chattahoochie explodes on Chattahoochie River, Georgia, 18 die

1863: Siege of Port Hudson in Louisiana by Union forces. Lasts 48 days, longest American military siege

1864: Skirmish at Salem Church (Haw’s Shop), Virginia

1883: Tsar Alexander III crowned in Moscow

1895: British inventor Birt Acres patents film camera/projector

1896: Tornado hit St Louis, killing 255, leaving thousands homeless

1905: Japanese fleet destroys the Russian East Sea fleet in the Battle of Tsushima, the only decisive clash between modern steel battleships in history

1907: Bubonic Plague breaks out in San Francisco