Around ChApin & irmo

How do you renovate a house? You take it one room at a time. How do you change your community? You reach out and touch one life at a time.

Irmo’s Reconciliation Ministries is transforming the lives of those trapped in addiction and equipping them to get their lives back. Their annual Renew Hope Banquet will be September 26, 6:30–8:30 pm. For more information, email info@reconciliation-min.org or visit reconciliation-min.org .

 It is time for the Okra Strut! This 46th annual event will have fun for the entire family. Festivities start September 27. The parade is Sept 28 at 9 am.  

Sesquicentennial State Park is offering a Full Moon, 2-mile hike September 13 at 8 pm. Participants can fully experience the night sounds, and sights.  The program is for ages 10 and older. Call 803-788-2706 or email sjensen@scprt.com for information. For details on our beautiful South Carolina’s state parks, visit www.South-CarolinaParks.com .

 Seven Oaks Indoor

Garage Sale is an opportunity to make some money out of your unused items or find those things you need! The date is September 14 from 7 to 11 am. For information on tables and spaces, call 803-772-3336.

The Irmo Chapin Recreation Commission also has job openings, visit www.icrc.net orcall 803-772-3336 for information on what positions they are hiring.

District 5 Foundation’s annual Gala is October 3 at 6 pm at the Pine Island Club. All proceeds will benefit the foundation and support teachers and schools. Visit www.district5foundation.org for information.