April 2008
4th Annual Cuts for Cancer
Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology, dates and times TBA
Children's Chance
(803) 254-5996
www.childrenschance.org
449 St. Andrews Road, Columbia, SC 29212
The 4th Annual Cuts for Cancer event is sponsored by Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology and benefits Children's Chance. Participants will enjoy a variety of services for just $6.00 including haircuts, mini-manicures, and mini-pedicures all to help children with cancer and their families in South Carolina. Cuts for Cancer will take place on a Sunday and Monday in April (exact date TBD) from 2 p.m. to 5p.m. on Sunday and 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday. For more information about the event please call (803) 254-5996 or visit www.childrenschance.org and click on events.
April 1, 2008
(803) 556-8251
Power of the Purse
Time TBA
Women in Philanthropy
SC State Museum
Festivities will include live and silent auctions, beverages, canapes and prizes for purses in numerous categories. Women in Philanthropy will also give an update on what they are doing in the community.
Apr. 3, 2008
(803) 254-2480
Annual Young Life Skeet Shoot
3:30 to 9 p.m.
Young Life of Columbia
www.columbiasc.younglife.org
IC Shooting Sports
This skeet shoot is a great opportunity to enjoy an afternoon of shooting and a great BBQ dinner all while supporting Young Life of Columbia. The proceeds from ticket sales and cooperate sponsorships go directly toward funding the ministry with teens in the Columbia area.
Apr. 5, 2008
(803) 806-3020
Midlands Heart Ball
6:30 p.m.
American Heart Association
www.heart.org
Columbia Marriott
Heart Gala is a black-tie, formal event that attracts corporate executives and business and medical professionals. In 2004-05, seven heart galas in South Carolina raised $1.3 million. For further information, call (803) 806-3020 or visit www.heart.org.
Apr. 11, 2008
(803) 799-3115
Color The Arts
6 to 9 p.m.
Cultural Council of Richland and Lexington Counties
www.getcultured.org
The Fourth Annual Color The Arts event is a "colorfully casual mini-arts festival" celebrating the diversity and quality of the arts in the greater Columbia region through an art sale and exhibition, music and entertainment, art and experience auction, with plenty of food and fun. The event is designed to provide a less expensive, less formal opportunity for people interested in the arts to participate in an arts fundraiser that benefits the entire arts community.
Apr. 12, 2008
(803) 929-3440
Spring Book Sale
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Friends of the Richland County Public Library
www.myRCPL.com/friends.htm
RCPL Operations Center
Search more than 30,000 gently used books, DVDs, audibooks and other rare finds at the Friends of the Richland County Public Library's Winter Book Sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 12 at the RCPL Operations Center, 130 Lancewood Road. A preview sale for Friends' members only will take place from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Friday, April 11. (Memberships, which start at only $25, are available at the door.)
Apr. 12, 2008
(803) 213-2035
Pickin & Piggin
Saluda Shoals Foundation
www.icrc.net
Saluda Shoals Park
Pickin & Piggin at Saluda Shoals Park is a barbeque cook-off and music celebration. Proceeds from the event will be used to enhance the (K-12) education programs at the Saluda Shoals Parks Environmental Education Center. The event is also aimed at raising awareness of the Foundation's mission to preserve and sustain Saluda Shoals Park. There are few things in the South more universally revered than good barbecue and Pickin' & Piggin' at Saluda Shoals Park will showcase the best barbecue you can find in the Midlands. Food aficionados who appreciate the aroma of roasted meat that has been painstakingly smoked for several hours will want a taste from each of the 20+ teams. Aside from the mouthwatering food, everyone is invited to sit back and enjoy great music. Children will find more than enough to do on the playground, sliding down a huge slid, riding the Saluda Shoals Choo Choo and exploring Saluda Shoals Park.
April 19, 2008
(803) 765-1083
Earth Day Celebration
Time TBA
Rosewood Market
www.rosewoodmarket.com
Rosewood Market
Rosewood Market will announce the number of plastic bags the community saved from being wasted during its re-usable bag campaign. They will also announce the donation that will be made to Harvest Hope Food Bank from the fundraising campaign in March and April.
Apr. 24, 2008
(803) 957-6656 ext. 225
LICS Spring Assembly
5 p.m.
Lexington Interfaith Community Services
www.licssc.org
Lexington United Methodist Church, 309 E. Main St., Lexington
Celebrate all volunteers and projects from the previous year.
Apr. 25, 2008
(803) 217-6708
Celebrating Abilities
6 to 9 p.m.
Protection and Advocacy for People with Disabilities
www.protectionandadvocacy-sc.org
Meridian Building, 17th floor
Protection and Advocacy for People with Disabilities, Inc. (P&A) hosts this benefit celebrating 31 years of disability advocacy. The benefit will showcase a silent auction featuring artwork by South Carolinians with disabilities, a live auction, jazz, and presentation of media, legislative, and P&A annual awards. To learn more about this wonderful benefit that celebrates changing times, changing lives and making rights a reality please contact P&A (Melissa Reitmeier) at 803.217.6708 or 1.866.232.4525 (TTY).
Apr. 26, 2008
(803) 231-3353
5th Annual Rubber Duck Race
10 a.m. to noon
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Midlands
www.bgcmidlands.org
West Columbia Riverwalk Park
During the 2008 Boys & Girls Clubs of the Midlands Rubber Duck Race on the Congaree River, approximately 7,500 Rubber Ducks will be dropped from the Gervais Street Bridge into the Congaree River to compete in the half mile race. Ducks will be competing to win some fantastic prizes. Come early and enjoy the park & activities provided at West Columbia Riverwalk Amphitheater Park (next to New Orleans Riverfront Restaurant at the Gervais Street Bridge). All proceeds benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Midlands, which operate 20 Clubs and serve over 5,000 children in the Midlands. Ducks sold at all BI-LO and First Citizens Bank locations Pack a lunch and bring your flock for a morning of fun on the banks of the Congaree River! 10:00 AM Family friendly fun activities 10:30 AM Ducks are released. Winning ducks plucked from the river at noon and winners announced.
Apr. 26, 2008
(803) 957-6656 ext. 225
LICS Parking Lot Sale
8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Lexington Interfaith Community Services
www.licssc.org
LICS Thrift Shop
Apr. 26, 2008
(803) 798-8502
Riverfest Run/Walk for Epilepsy
8 a.m.
Epilepsy Foundation of SC
www.epilepsysc.org
Riverfront Park
Riverfest: Unmasking the Myths Run/Walk for Epilepsy will be held Saturday, April 26 at 8 a.m. originating at Riverfront Park at Laurel and Huger Streets. The event will kick off at 7:50 a.m. with a ½ mile Kids' Fun Run, before the 5K Run/Walk begins at 8:05 a.m.. The 5K route will make a scenic loop over the Congaree River, traversing both the Gervais Street Bridge and the Jarvis Klapman Bridge. On-site registration is from 6:50 a.m.-7:50 a.m.Online registration is preferred, visit www.strictlyrunning.com. Registration is $25 person including a t-shirt. Registrants who do not want t-shirts can reduce the registration fee by $5. Proceeds from the event will help assist the Epilepsy Foundation of South Carolina in providing important services to people with epilepsy. For additional information call the Epilepsy Foundation South Carolina at (803) 798-8502 or visit http://www.epilepsyfoundation.org/local/socarolina/.
Apr. 26, 2008
(803) 252-5200 ext. 11
March for Babies
8 a.m. registration/9 a.m. start
March of Dimes
www.Marchofdimes.com/southcarolina
SC State Fairgrounds
Formerly known as WalkAmerica, March of Dimes March for babies is a fundraising event for corporate and family teams, as well as individual walkers. Funds raised help support research and programs to prevent premature birth and help ensure that one day every baby gets a healthy start in life.
Apr. 26, 2008
First Chair Gourmet Party: From Bach to Broadway
Symphony League of the SC Philharmonic
www.scsymphonyleague.com
Enjoy renowned vocalist Sherri Seiden, who is equally wonderful with opera Arias and Broadway musicals. She will perform a concert under the stars in a beautiful setting adjacent to a rolling golf course and a large European style home.
Apr. 27, 2008
(803) 407-0991
Bark to the Park
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Project Pet
www.projectpet.com
Finlay Park
Come see all the wonderful dogs and cats available for adoption!
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