The old adage says, “April showers bring May flowers,” I think that November-March showers may also bring lots of Mayflowers. Shake the dirt off your shovels, hoes, and gardening tools and start planning those vegetables, fruits, and flowers!

What do you know about Irish and Scottish history in Columbia? Come to the Dutch Fork Historical Society March 30 at 6 pm to hear Tom Elmore present this fascinating history of the “Luck of the Irish” in our capital city. Everyone is welcome!

Human Trafficking is a grave concern for anyone with children. Lighthouses for Life is having an awareness and prevention event at Chapin Baptist Church April 3 at 7 pm at 950 Old Lexington Hwy. Call 803-345-3477 for more information.

Onions and more onions are coming your way, thanks to the Chapin Ruritan Club. They are taking orders for sweet Vidalia Georgia Onions--10 lb. bag $10, 25 lb. bag $20. Delivery will be around the first week in May. This project supports student scholarships, Boys Farm, Youth Baseball, Relay for Life, and other outreach programs in the community. To place an order, call Stan Shealy at (803) 223-5395, Albert Amick at (803) 345-5060, or any Chapin Ruritan Club member.

Relay for Life, virus willing, is May 2 at Crooked Creek Park starting at 6 pm. The Superhero theme includes a superhero costume contest. Register at www.strictlyrunning.com/gpuilreg-8l.asp .

Spring Hill High’s leadership class is having a new, used, and gently worn shoe drive. Shoes can be dropped off at the school until April 3. For more information email, Sbstone@lexrich5.org .