things to do: Family Fun Day - Saturday, November 22, 2008
- 11/19/08 01:32 AM
No plans for Saturday - check this out!
Who: Aiken County Animal Shelter
What: Family Fun Day
When: Saturday, November 22, 2008
Time: 10am - 1pm
What to expect: stuffed animal contest - Waynebow & Star the clowns, Palmetto Dog Club demonstration...and more!
Shelter dogs and cats will be available for adoption.
AIKEN COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER ADOPT-A-PET LIST
More info:
Aiken County Animal Shelter 411 Wire Road Aiken, SC 29801 Phone: 803-642-1537
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things to do: Thanksgiving Story Time
- 11/17/08 12:38 PM
Bring the children over to Odell Weeks on Tuesday to enjoy a Thanksgiving story. (Whiskey Road, on Aiken's Southside - across from Home Depot/Kroger/Zaxby's)
Who: children 8 and under
What: Thanksgiving story time
When: Tuesday 4pm
Where: Odell Weeks Activities Center - rooms 1 & 2
Cost: FREE!!
More Info: 803.642.7631 - Aiken Parks & Rec.
If you are ready to move to Aiken - I'm ready to help!
I wasn't born here but Aiken just feels like home. Come see for yourself! What are you waiting for?
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things to do: How long has it been since you've made a donation of blood?
- 11/17/08 12:11 PM
If it has been awhile you may need to be reminded of some tips for making your experience a PLEASANT one! Afterall - we want you to give and give again...and if it is not a good experience - you will be hesitant to donate again.
Here are some tips:
Get a good nights rest the night before. Eat a HEALTHY meal BEFORE donating Be sure to drink plenty of fluids BEFORE and AFTER you donate Wear short sleeves--- or clothing with sleeves that can be raised above your elbow . enjoy a refreshment after your donation take it easy … (15 comments)
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things to do: Wine Tasting - Thurs, Nov 20th, 2008
- 11/16/08 01:21 PM
If you are a wine drinker - this is one event you don't want to miss.
Who: The Aiken Mid Day Lions
What: An Evening Tour of Wine
When: Thursday, November 20th, 2008
Where: Southside Gallery - Centre South Shopping Center, Silver Bluff Road, Aiken SC
Time: 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Cost: $25 per person
The wine tasting will offer you an opportunity to try wines from all over the United States. There will also be a representative from the Biltmore Winery at the event. You'll learn about each of the wines as you enjoy them and … (5 comments)
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things to do: Christmas Made In The South
- 11/14/08 12:11 PM
You don't want to miss this great event! Christmas Made In The South. Happening right now at the James Brown Arena, in our neighbor to the west - Augusta GA! (about 17 miles from downtown Aiken to Augusta - not far at all!!)
Here's the schedule:
Saturday, 11/15: 10am - 6pm
Sunday, 11/16: 11am - 5pm
All sorts of Christmas arts & crafts. Meet the artisans. Bring your appetite, too! Find Christmas decorations for you and find gifts for friends and family! You may even be inspired to make something yourself :)
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things to do: Disney On Ice!! Coming to the James Brown Arena
- 11/13/08 12:56 PM
Yaaay!! I love Disney :) And Augusta GA is not far from Aiken. ( maybe 17 miles).
Check it out!!
What: Disney On Ice
About the Show: Mickey & Minnie's Magical Journey. Come along with Mickey and Minnie as they take you on a trip into the magical world of Disney. Visit the lands - hear the music - have fun with Little Mermaid - Lion King - Peter Pan - even Lilo & Stitch. A trip so magical and wonderful, you may not want to go home! Welcome to Disney :) Have a magical day!
Where: James Brown Arena, 601 Seventh … (4 comments)
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things to do: Annual Downtown Aiken Tree Lighting Ceremony
- 11/10/08 12:03 PM
Come to the Newberry Street Festival Center in Downtown Aiken and help us celebrate the Holidays with a very special tree lighting ceremony. Our 'master-of-ceremonies' will be none other than Mayor Fred Cavanaugh himself!
If you are new to town - or have just never known about this event - here is what you can expect:
MUSIC REFRESHMENTS SING CAROLS! LIGHT CANDLES COUNT-DOWN THE LIGHTING OF THE TREE....10..9..8..7.. :) CHILDREN IN ATTENDANCE HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO SAY WHAT THEY ARE THANKFUL FOR. SPECIAL APPEARANCE BY SANTA AND MRS CLAUS!! YAAAY!!!
FRIDAY - DECEMBER 6TH 2008. NEWBERRY … (5 comments)
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things to do: Westmuttster Dog Show
- 11/05/08 01:17 AM
It's that time of year again! Westmuttster time - yaaay :) This is a great event!
Who: Aiken SPCA
What: Westmuttster Dog Show
When: Saturday, November 15th, 2008
Where: Aiken Horse Park (aka Ford Conger Field - you know - the Steeplechase Track!)
Here are the classes! (first class starts at 12noon)
Best Spots or Freckles Handicapped or Rehap Dogs Best Dog & Toy Me and My Pal (12 and under) Senior Citizen Dog >10 years Best Looking Hunting Dog Prettiest Small/Medium Female (under 30 lbs) So Ugly It's Cute Grandparents and Grand Dogs Costume Class Prettiest Eyes Family Theme … (15 comments)
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things to do: 43rd Annual Chitlin' Strut!
- 11/04/08 12:44 PM
Oh yeah -- it is that time of year! Time for the Chitlin' Strut in Salley SC. (this is the 43rd annual of this event)
Here's the deal:
What: Chitlin' Strut (didn't you read the title?)
When: November 15th 2008. (always the Saturday after Thanksgiving) 8am till ?
Where: Salley SC Civic Center and Fairgrounds. 258 Pine St. NW Salley, SC 29137
What you will find there:
Boiled Chitlins Fried Chitlins (as well as BBQ'd Pork and Chicken!) Arts & Crafts Vendors Food Vendors Parade 10am Carnival Antique Tractor Show 12noon Hawg Calling Contest 3 -3:30pm Strut Contest 3:30 - … (12 comments)
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things to do: Future PBA Stars in the making!
- 11/01/08 02:09 PM
Meet my nephew Jay, and his bowling teammates! 6 years old and he is well on his way to pro status!
The Three Musketeers. When asked how they came up with their team name, Jay had this to say "Someone just wrote it on the paper, probably mommy. Me and Jacob liked it, but Austin didn't."
Jacob - Jay - Austin
Jay and his sister Lexi are both on the Saturday Park Ave Youth League at Park Avenue Lanes, Aiken SC. Both have open bowled many times but this is their first turn at league play. :) (both of their parents … (5 comments)
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things to do: Halloween in Downtown Aiken
- 10/26/08 09:28 AM
Happy Halloween in Downtown Aiken!
Come join the fun on Newberry Street -Downtown Aiken, SC - Friday, October 31st. Halloween night!! 5pm - 7pm
- CARNIVAL GAMES - TRUNK OR TREATING - FOOD - FREE TREAT BAGS......
COSTUME CONTEST!! Free Entry :) (children must be accompanied by an adult)
Costume Categories:
Ages 1 and under 2 -3 years of age 4-5 years of age 6-8 years of age 9-12 years of age Parent/Child Best Halloween Theme Best Dog Best Cat
I wasn't born here but Aiken sure does feel like home :) Come see for yourself! … (8 comments)
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things to do: Flavors of Fall - Sunday - 10/26/08 - Downtown Aiken!!
- 10/25/08 01:02 AM
That's right- another great Downtown Aiken event is coming up tomorrow. Here's the deal:
FLAVORS OF FALL
Fun for the entire family!! Bring your friends, too :)
Lots of stuff going on. Laurens Street will be closed to traffic from 3 - 6pm. This will give room for......
CHILI COOK-OFF
HORSE RIDES
SCARECROW CONTEST
GAMES
ANTIQUE AUTO RALLY
CASSEROLE SALE (I missed this at the Chocolate Festival---got sidetracked by all that chocolate, lol - I wont miss this one!)
BAKED GOODS......
Take a stroll down Laurens Street and check out the scarecrows.
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things to do: Saddle Up For Some Trail Riding Fun!
- 10/13/08 01:51 PM
NEW ELLENTON TRAIL RIDE Only $15 FOR THE ENTIRE WEEKEND!
October 18th & 19th
- Enjoy fun & fellowship on miles of wooded trails (even crossing a creek!)
- Enjoy the beautiful sights and sounds Mother Nature has to offer, while relaxing in the saddle
- Enjoy a wonderful meal on Saturday night (be sure you have your meal ticket!)
- Enjoy music and dancing on Friday and Saturday nights!
- Farrier will be available
- Cowboy style church service will be available on Sunday
- Ride out at 10am Saturday and Sunday (Saturday lunch will be available on the trail)
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things to do: A tree is a tree is a tree.... NOT in this City!!
- 10/13/08 08:50 AM
...or this is what I used to think. I am the first to admit that I can't tell a cedar tree from an oak tree. I think that is about to change. I live in Downtown Aiken - and I just found out we have a CITYWIDE ABORETUM! (say it like this: arbor-eee-tum)
Trees are our greatest assests and our arboretum provides a natural learning lab for EVERYONE!
Aikens' downtown streets are laid out in a grid pattern - creating 176 parkways which total over 15 miles in length! Pretty cool huh! All that green space - throughout the city :) AND HOME TO OVER 150 DIFFERENT … (14 comments)
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things to do: Attn: Aikens Senior Crowd!! Lots to do at Odell Weeks Center
- 10/12/08 03:28 AM
Did you know that there are classes available to Aiken area seniors? Well there are! And lots of them, too.
Here is the list:
Ceramics: Mon/Wed/Thurs 9am Mon/Tues 6pm
Line Dance: Tues 10-11am
Yoga I & II: Tues/Thurs/Fri 8;45-(:45am
Basic Dog Training Class: Wed 7-8pm Oct 8 - Nov 12, 2008.
Evening Fitness: Mon/Thurs 7:34 - 8:45pm
Fit 4 Ever: Mon/Wed/Thurs/Fri 10-11am
Ballroom Dance: Tues 7:30-8:30pm
SilverSneakers I: Mon/Wed 9-9:45am Tues/Thurs?fri 11:15-12:00pm
Learn To Ride: (at Valhalla Equestrian Center) Wed 10-11am
YOU MUST REGISTER FOR THESE CLASSES EACH MONTH. NON-RESIDENT FEES APPLY.
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things to do: B-I-N-G-O !!
- 10/11/08 11:06 AM
Did you know that the Seniors play BINGO every Tuesday at Odell Weeks? Yup, they sure do! It is a fun game, and a great way to some new people - and have some fun too :) And there are prizes for the winners!
Cost: 2 cards for $1 (max is 6 cards)
Time: 9am - 10am
For more info contact the Weeks Center at 803.642.7631. Whiskey Road, Aiken SC.
Have fun :)
Kara Casamassina, SRES & Assistant to Jane Page Thompson, ALC. The Carolina Real Estate Company, Aiken SC. 803.648.8660
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things to do: The Locals Call It 'The Brew Pub'.....
- 10/08/08 05:16 PM
...but it's true name is: Aiken Brewing Company Grille & Bar. Located in the heart of downtown Aiken at the corner of The Alley and Laurens Street. You can't miss it! Look for the red/green striped awning and the tables out front - full of happy customers - under the big green umbrellas :) We have several options for al fresco dining downtown. I think my favorite is the Brew Pub.
Where do I start! Ok - I guess the beer, haha. They have HANDCRAFTED AND AWARD WINNING MICRO BREWS. My friend Jen is a server at the Brew Pub … (11 comments)
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things to do: Upcoming Day Trips for the 50+ crowd! Aiken, SC
- 10/07/08 03:11 PM
I love Aiken :) Something to do for everyone - of every age! The City of Aiken Parks & Rec Dept has a few Senior Adult Day Trips planned.
Check this out!
OCTOBER 16, 2008: GRIST'S, GOATS & GENERAL STORES $50 (includes lunch) Departs at 7am
Travel to Anderson County and tour the Happy Cow Creamery, the Obediah Shirley House, enjoy a catered BBQ lunch at Timms Mill, take some time shopping in downtown Pendleton and take a tour of Split Creek Farm!
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NOVEMBER 14, 2008: SOUTHERN CHRISTMAS SHOW $25 (lunch not included) Departs at 7am.
Charlotte Merchandise Mart. The … (4 comments)
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things to do: Carolina Bay Nature Reserve
- 10/05/08 09:06 AM
I had never heard of them until I moved here. For me, a Bay is near the coast - certainly not in Aiken County! Well, I was mistaken. There are LOTS OF BAYS in South and North Carolina. They are very mysterious actually. Called a 'Carolina Bay'. Elliptical depressions in the ground mainly found in The Carolinas. AND THEY ARE PRESERVED WETLANDS!!! YAYYYY!!
Preserved and PROTECTED from development. Some people might think that is a silly thing for a Realtor to be happy about - but come on - they aren't making anymore land....and we cannot develop every last square … (4 comments)
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things to do: Chocolate Chocolate EVERYWHERE!!!
- 10/04/08 05:24 PM
The 20th Annual St. Mary's Chocolate Festivalwas today and it was a blast : )
I hope you got a chance to stop by.
So much to see and do -
The frozen casserole sale was a complete success and completely sold out in the first hour! Silly me - I headed straight for the chocolate...and by the time I got to the casseroles they were all gone : (
Silent auction- there were so many cool items on which to bid. Artwork, chocolate baskets, rounds of golf, spa day for two, dinner/theatre combo, pet baskets, gardening gifts, jewelry, three days/two nights in Hilton Head, Football tickets!!, so much … (13 comments)
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