I admit a disdain for shopping but I must start working on my Christmas shopping list.

Brian and Kerri Hubbard have opened a home décor store, Farmhouse 221, in Chapin, and I will add them to my shopping list. Welcome, Brian and Kerri.

Support your local merchants.

TIS’ THE season for Nutcrackers and holiday shows. Ann Brodie’s Carolina Ballet is the weekends of 11-24 to 11-29. Visit Carolinaballet.net for more information.

The SC Christian Dance Theater Ministries has their Christmas performance “One Life” as an online event for you to enjoy Dec. 9 from 7–9 pm. Visit their Facebook page for more information.

CONGRATULATIONS to David Kibler who was recognized as The Courage Center’s Volunteer of the Month. He is newly elected to the board and has jumped right in to help.

CONNIE FRICK is the new Director of Finance at school District 5.

THE POINSETTIA Sale for the Chapin Choral Program runs through Dec. 7. To order beautiful poinsettias, email nshumate@lexrich5.org or call 803-575-5517.

NANCY’S AMAZING Masks Makers have sold masks to raise over $47,000 for We Care Center in Chapin. Their Christmas masks are available in local stores.

Sharing God’s Love, Harvest Hope and We Care help families who are struggling. Bolands Ace Hardware is collecting gift cards for We Care.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Noel Butchart, Michelle McAlister, Stephanie Vokrai, Annette Browder, Sam Delaney, Wanda Frick, Faye Rickard, Patty Graham, Shannon Harvey and Chip Huggins.