The new Rocky Creek Elementary school located on Caulks Ferry Road in Lexington South Carolina is well underway of being completed for the 2010-2011 school year. The brand new 117,000 Square foot facility will give so much needed relief to the growing Lexington SC area in many ways. It will split the attendance of Lake Murray Elementary's and Pleasant Hill Elementary's current 2052 students. Each school will now have approximately 700 student each. Traffic congestion and valuable class space will once again be back to a great level.
Lynn Boyleston will be heading the new Rocky Creek school after serving as our Principal in Lake Murray Elementary for the last 7 years.Lynn is someone who truly cares about your children and takes the time to know them all on a first name basis.
Lexington is blessed to have such nice new facilities being built for our children's education and it shows by the Lexington School District rankings and performance. Some of the best in South Carolina.

things to do in Lexington South Carolina

Lights before Christmas Saturday, Nov 21 6:00 pm at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, Columbia, SC. Columbia's longest running holiday tradition, Lights Before Christmas illuminates the Zoo with nearly one million twinkling lights and more than 350 handcrafted images. Make a stop at the holiday village and take your photo with Santa. Roast marshmallows at the Jingle Bell Bonfire, and be sure to wear your hat - it snows nightly at Riverbanks during Lights Before Christmas. This is the opening night and a event you dont want to miss. If you cant go this Saturday dont frett. There is plenty time left. November 21 - January 3 (closed November 26, December 24, 25 and 31) @ 6:00-9:00pm

Snowville Saturday, Nov 21 9:00a at EdVenture, Columbia, SC .Children and families from all across South Carolina can visit Snowville - EdVenture's winter play land, located in the Southeast's largest children's museum. Enter a make-believe world of imaginative play in the North Pole, become a scientist and study penguins at the South Pole, get creative in an igloo-building activity, create your own snowflake and discover more about the science of snow and ice. read more

Decorated Historic Home tour. Friday, Nov 20 10:00a to 4:00p at Robert Mills Carriage House, Columbia, SC. Visitors can take guided tours of decorated house museums including the Robert Mills House, Hampton-Preston Mansion and Mann-Simons Cottage. All tours offer a glimpse of the holidays during late 19th and early 20th century Columbia. Reservations required.

Wild Wild West  Saturday, Nov 21 11:00am at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, Columbia, SC Transform into a cowboy or cowgirl during this fun class about animals found in the desert. Riverbanks is a 170-acre Zoo & Garden featuring two distinct parks along the scenic Lower Saluda River. Riverbanks Zoo houses more than 2,000 animals in natural habitat exhibits.

Holiday Greenery Workshop Saturday, Nov 21 1:00p to 3:00pat Robert Mills Carriage House, Columbia, SC Local experts will demonstrate how to decorate with fresh greenery for the holidays. Reservations required. (803) 252-1770, ext. 24 or reservations@historiccolumbia.org

Blues Jazz and Beyond Monday, Nov 23 6:00p to 9:00pat Dog House, Lexington, SC Come to the Doghouse Monday night, forget your blue Monday and enjoy live Blues, Jazz and Beyond. So unwind in Lexington,SC at the Dog House.

Roller Derby Bout  Saturday, Nov 21 5:30p to 9:00p at Jamil Temple, Columbia, SC The Columbia QuadSquad vs the Soul City Sirens at the Jamil Temple. Doors open at 5:30 pm and the bout begins at 6:30 pm. Tailgating is not allowed at this time. Bring your chairs if you want to sit track side (18 and older only. Bleacher seating is available. One dollar of every ticket sale goes to Children's Chance.

Anberlin Sat 11/21 at Headliners In today’s instantly downloadable and quickly consumed culture, bands like Anberlin are a dying breed. Over the course of six years and four full-lengths (including last year’s B-side compilation Lost Songs), the band have established themselves as one of alternative rock’s most exciting acts and as a band who refuse to limit themselves to one specific scene or sound... and it’s paid off. If the band reinvented themselves with last year’s sprawling album Cities—which debuted in the Billboard Top 20 and sold 34,000 copies its first week of release—they’ve transcended that sound with New Surrender.

Inspired by the Saluda When: Fri Nov 20, 2009, 6:00pm Saluda River Club homeowners, guest and prospective homeowners are invited to an exclusive showing of artwork by local and international award-winning artists. Original paintings, photographs, silverwork and more will be on display, and for sale, at the Chickawa Outdoor Center. Join us for Opening Night with the Artists. Come meet the artists and mingle with neighbors and friends. For additional info call 803-206-4131

Candlelight Holiday Open House Thursday Nov 19, 2009, 5:30pm You are invited to a candlelight open house at Sandlapper Art & Frame. Come enjoy wine, food and music. Located next to Flight Deck Restaurant in downtown Lexington SC..

So many things to do in Lexington South Carolina with the holiday venues starting to pop up. Get out and enjoy my great Lexington Area and if you need help just call.

1. The full $8,000 Tax Credit is for first-time-home buyers (either spouse if filing jointly) who have NOT owned a principle residence during the three-year period prior to the purchase. Ownership of vacation property or rental property does not disqualify home buyers from this program.
   
   
2. The maximum credit is $8,000 or 10% of the home purchase, whichever is less.
   
   
3. The credit is available for homes purchased on or after November 6, 2009 and before June 30, 2010. However contracts must be fully ratified before May 1, 2010.
   
   
4. To qualify for the full tax credit, married couples' modified adjusted gross income (MAGI) should be under $225,000 (up from $150,000) and single filers' MAGI should be less than $125,000 (up from $75,000). Partial tax credits may be available for married couples with MAGI incomes of over $225,000 but under $245,000 and single filers with incomes over $125,000 but under $145,000. If married couples who qualify for the first-time tax credit file separately, they would both claim 5% of the home purchase or $4,000 each (whichever is less) on their tax returns.
   
   
5. There is no recapture or repayment clause IF the home is owned for at least 36 months.
   
   
6. Current Homeowner: An individual (and, if married, an individual's spouse) who has owned and used the same residence as a principal residence for any 5-consecutive-year period during the 8 year period ending on the date of the purchase of a new principal home will be eligible for a $6,500 tax credit ($3,250 married filing separate).
   
   
7. The full amount of the eligible tax credit is refunded to the buyer, regardless of whether the buyer has paid an equivalent amount in taxes.
   
   
8. Home purchase cap of $800,000 (no cap in previous version).
   
   
9. Special exemptions and extensions for military, members of the Foreign Service of the United States, and employees of the intelligence community: If such individual serves on official extended duty outside of the United States for at least 90 days between December 31, 2008 and May 1, 2010 the deadline for entering into a binding contract to purchase a home will be extended to April 30, 2011. Closing must be before July 1, 2011.
   
   
10. Credit is only available to purchasers who are at least 18 years old.
    
    
11. This version now requires that the home purchaser attach a properly executed copy of the settlement statement used to complete the purchase to the tax return.
    
    
    If you purchased a home between January 1, 2009 and November 6, 2009 you will fall under the original tax credit guidelines.

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Craftsmen's Christmas Classic Arts & Crafts Festival Columbia SC

Featuring original designs and work from more than 330 talented artists and craftspeople from across America. See the creative process in action as many exhibitors demonstrate throughout the weekend. There is something for every style, taste and budget with items from the most traditional to the most contemporary. This show is a winner of Sunshine Artist “200 Best” awards.

Where? and When?

SC State Fairgrounds
1200 Rosewood Dr.
Columbia, SC 29201
November 20, 2009– Fri. (10am – 9pm)November 21, 2009– Sat. (10am – 6pm)
November 22, 2009– Sun. (11am – 5pm)

Named a "Top 20 Event" for November 2009 by Southeast Tourism Society
#2 in SC & One of the "100 BEST" Shows in the Nation - Sunshine Artist Magazine in September 2009 

This is a great place to find one of a kind decorations and gifts for the fast approaching Holiday seasons. You can learn more from the event website about tickets and exhibitors.

The Craftsmen's Christmas Classic is always a treat in Columbia South Carolina!

The Lexington County SC Green Business Certification Program has been approved by County Council!  The goal of the program is to recognize businesses who are environmental good stewards in the areas of waste reduction, recycling, energy efficiency, water conservation and air quality. 

To introduce the program, the Public Works and Solid Waste Departments will be holding a Lexington County SC Green Business Seminar on November 20, 2009 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Lexington Medical Center in West Columbia SC.  Lunch will be provided.  Click here for more information.

things to do in Lexington South Carolina

USC Gamecocks VS Florida Gators Saturday, Nov 14 1:00pat University of South Carolina: Williams-Brice Stadium, Columbia, SC. Home to the University of South Carolina Gamecocks is Williams-Brice Stadium, recognized as one of the finest facilities in all of college football. Carolina annually ranks among the nation's leaders in attendance and Gamecock fans are regarded as some of the most loyal in the country. Go Cocks!

USC Gamecocks VS Alabama Bulldogs basketball Friday, Nov 13 7:00p at University of South Carolina: Colonial Life Arena, Columbia, SC. The Colonial Center is the largest arena in the state of South Carolina with 18,000 seats, and the tenth largest on-campus basketball facility in the nation. Located on the beautiful University of South Carolina campus, this one-of-a-kind facility features 41 suites, four Entertainment Suites, and the Frank McGuire Club, a full-service hospitality room that will have a capacity of 300. The state-of-the-art facility also features plush seating, a technologically advanced sound system, a four-sided video scoreboard, and a one-of-a-kind selection of unique concession foods that will delight fans of all ages.

Extremities Friday, Nov 13 8:00p at Trustus Theatre, Columbia, SC.For its 25th Anniversary season, Trustus Theatre brings William Mastrosimone's controversial Extremities back to the Midlands.A young woman named Marjorie is attacked in her home by a would-be rapist, Raul, and manages to turn the tables on him, tying him up in her fireplace.  Marjorie's roommates Terry and Patricia come home to discover Raul tied with cords, belts and other household items.

24TH Annual Vista Lights Thursday, Nov 19 5:00p to 10:00p at The Vista, Columbia, SC.  The Vista’s signature open house kicks off the holiday season with a night of culture, cuisine and artistic performances. More than 60 galleries, shops, restaurants, bars and entertainment venues will open their doors for the evening to showcase holiday treasures, and this year expect a little more excitement from the annual tree lighting ceremony with Mayor Bob Coble.

Shag Night at Jillian's Thursday, Nov 19 6:30p at Jillian's Columbia, Columbia, SC.Live Beach Music every Thursday night!! $3 Margaritas, House Wine, and Firefly Vodka Butch will be spinning more Shag Music in the Groove Shack after the band stops and Free Shag Lessons are available! All ages, No Cover!

It Might Get Loud Wednesday, Nov 18 3:00p at Nickelodeon Theatre, Columbia, SC. Academy Award-winning An Inconvenient Truth director Davis Guggenheim focuses his probing lens on a subject that's decidedly less urgent but no less fascinating with this look at the electric guitar featuring Led Zeppelin's Jimmy Page, U2's The Edge, and The White Stripes' Jack White. Growing up, all three guitarists realized their rebellion through music: Page was attempting to subvert the sugary sweet pop music of the 1960s, The Edge was hell-bent on making the guitar solos of the 1970s a distant memory, and White used his screeching strings to buzz out the droning bass machines of the 1980s. Great Fun

OPEN MIC Night Wednesday, Nov 18 8:00p at Mac's on Main, Columbia, SC 1710 Main St., Columbia, SC, 29201 (803) 929-0037 if you have never been to Mac's on main don not hesitate to run there. Mac's on Main is Columbia's premier Jazz & Blues eatery on Main Street. It's the brainchild of Susan "Ms. Mac" Walker and the home of  & the Groove Band. During the day, we serve a huge lunch buffet for $11.83. In the evenings, we server dinners from 6 until close. We also feature live Jazz & Blues bands while you eat. Downstairs we have a private bar and dining area that can be reserved for private parties and meetings. Featured Chef on many shows including The Outdoor Channel and Southern Cuisine.

Home School Mondays Out Cold! Monday, Nov 16 11:00am at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, Columbia, SC. Brrr! It's cold outside, but that's not stopping some animals. It is, however, slowing them down a little. Imagine going without food for months! Come explore how these animals snore their way through the coldest winter months.

Tony Tone at The Comedy House Calendar of Events Def Jams own Tony Tone and his cast of thousands and dead on impressions. You never know who your going to see!The Comedy House opened for business in Columbia, SC on December 7, 1993. It is there mission to provide fantastic food, great atmosphere, quality beverages, outstanding service and a hilarious variety of entertainers. Put it on your schedule today.

Artist at work Ribbon cutting Friday November 13, 2009 at 112 East Main Street Lexington SC. Open event and drop in to this new shop of local artists at work. Stop in and welcome Artists at work.

LICS Ribbon Cutting When: Tue Nov 17, 2009, 5:00pm 216 Harmon Street Lexington SC. LICS The new facility is done and the food drive is on. Stop by and tour this great new building that was built with love from Lexington residents. The mission of this organization is to provide assistance for individuals and families who are emerging from hurting situations by providing for basic needs and by creating environments which allow people to make hopeful life changes.

Rick offers some great advice and great rates. If looking to qualify before looking call Rick and then contact me for a comprehensive look at the Lexington SC market.

Holiday Extravaganza Pleasant Hill Elementary Wednesday November 11, 2009

Start your holiday shopping early... 3rd Annual Pleasant Hill Elementary PTA Holiday Extravaganza this Wednesday, November 11, 2009 10 am – 5pm (After our Veteran’s Day Program) Located in the PHE gym & cafeteria. Please invite your friends & family to join you in this great shopping opportunity! Over 30 vendors and more signing up: Items so far are Hand painted items, Stain glass, Stepping stones, Children’s Clothing, Handmade soaps & lotions, Hair bows, Monogramming And so Much More!!! Join me there to get a jump start on the holidays and for some great fun!

Please email for pictures, Appraisals, and entry instructions. 

224 Valcour Road

Columbia, SC 29212

Challedon Subdivision

1409 SQFT

3 Bed / 2 Bath

Brick Home

Appraisal: $ 109,000(available upon request)

Investor Price: $65,000

113 Holborn Court

Columbia, SC 29210

Whitehall Subdivision

2429 SQFT

3 Bed / 2 Bath

2 Car Garage

Appraisal: $205,000 (available upon request)

Investor Price: $110,000

217 Sandcreek Road

Winnsboro, SC

Sandcreek Hills Subdivision

1101 SQFT

Good condition, minor repairs

Appraised: $85,000 (available upon request)

Investor Price: $49,500

2124 Congaree Road

Eastover, SC 29044

Double Wide Mobile Home

Approx: 2400 sqft

Approx: 4 bed / 2 bath

Investor Price: $38,000

133 Timberleaf Drive

Duncan, SC 29334

Woodsberry Subdivision

2400 sqft

 4 bed / 2.5 bath

Built 1996

Brick Vinyl, 2 Car Garage, more pictures upon request

After Repair Value: $180K (available on request)

Repair Estimate: $6-8K

Investor Price: $116,000

311 Amsterdam Road

Easley, SC 29657

1200 SQFT

3 bed / 1.5 bath

Built 1977

Vinyl Siding

Comps: $92,000

Repair Estimates: $10,000+/-

Investor Price: $49,000

100 Shaw Street

Fountain Inn, SC 29644

944 SQFT

2 bed / 1 bath

Repair Estimates: $13-15K +/-

Comps: $73,000 (available upon request)

Investor Price: $27,000

1673 Edgefield Highway

Aiken, SC 29801

1325 SQFT

4 bed / 2 bath

Vinyl Home

Estimated Value: $89K

Repair Estimate: $10-15K

Investor Price: $43K

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