things to do: 'Tis the Season! Aiken area Holiday Events :)
- 11/30/10 07:50 AM
Aiken area Holiday Events
12/1 & 12/3 The Feast of Carols,
University Theatre Production, Etherredge Center, Aiken. 803-641-3305 or 2847
http://web.usca.edu/etherredge-center/
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12/01 - 12/31 An Over the Top Christmas! Trees, trees and more trees.
Aiken County Historical Museum, 433 Newberry St., SW, Aiken.
Closed Mondays and holidays. 803-642-2015
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12/3 - 12/5 & 12/10 - 12/11 A Christmas Story,
URS Center for the Performing Arts, Aiken.
Aiken Community Playhouse production. Box Office 803-648-1438 http://www.aikencommunityplayhouse.com/
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12/4 Christmas for the Birds,
Living History Park, North Augusta. 803-279-7560 www.colonialtimes.us
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12/4 GVW Volunteer Fire Department and Ladies Auxiliary Christmas … (4 comments)
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things to do: 15TH ANNUAL AIKEN SOCCER CUP. 8/28-29, 2010
- 08/27/10 09:47 AM
Wow- I can't believe it is here already! Time flies :)
WHAT: 15TH ANNUAL AIKEN SOCCER CUP
WHERE: AIKEN, SC - PLAYED AT MULTIPLE LOCATIONS: 23 SOCCER FIELDS SET UP ON OUR HISTORIC POLO FIELDS :) Powderhouse Polo Field, Whitney Polo Field, Winthrop Polo Field
WHEN: Saturday, August 28, 2010 and Sunday, August 29, 2010
HAVE FUN Y'ALL! OVER 8000 PEOPLE WILL BE COMING TO TOWN FOR THIS EVENT! COME JOIN THEM AND SEE WHAT AIKEN IS ALL ABOUT :)
GIVE US A CALL FOR YOUR REAL ESTATE NEEDS!
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things to do: Enjoy music in the gardens!
- 07/22/10 06:01 AM
Free concert every Monday night in the summer - at Hopelands Gardens. (in case of rain - concerts are held at the Odell-Weeks Activity Center)
Here's the next couple of concerts you can enjoy - FOR FREE!!! nothing beats live music :)
July 26Mike Frost Trio
August 2Ft. Gordon Dixieland Band
August 9Aiken Brass
Concerts start at 7pm, and end around 8pm. Bring a blanket or chair...even a picnic dinner can be enjoyed while listening to the performance. Feel like dancing?? Get up and do it!! Enjoy! Say hi if you see me:)
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things to do: Downtown Aiken Beach Blast!!
- 06/07/10 03:49 PM
That's right - it's just about beach blast time!! For the past (I dont' know how many) years, downtown Aiken is converted into a beach, complete with sand, beach music and shagging! For those who don't know - the shag is our state dance :)
Here's the deal:
What: Downtown After 6 - Beach Blast
When: Thursday, Jun 17, 2010
Time: 6:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Where: Newberry Street Festival area
The Newberry Street Fesitval area turns into a beach - come get your toes in the sand :)
Most Downtown merchants will be open for after 6 shopping from 6:30-8:30 … (6 comments)
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things to do: Strawberry Festival this weekend!! 4/24/10
- 04/22/10 09:58 AM
Yaaaay!!! My favorite time of year is here :) Time for the Strawberry Festival!!
When: Saturday, April 24, 2010
Where: Greenville Street at Mead Hall - Downtown Aiken
Time: 10am - 3pm - GET THERE EARLY!! (the homemade strawberry ice cream is THE BEST!!)
Admission: FREE!!!!
More Info: 803-644-1122.
Ready to move to the Aiken area? Give us a call! The Carolina Real Estate Company. 803-648-8660 (be sure to let us know you saw my blog!)
Enjoy the weekend!
----I wasn't born here but Aiken sure feels like home. Come see for yourself! What … (3 comments)
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things to do: THE FAIR OPENS TOMORROW!!! THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2009
- 10/21/09 03:24 PM
THE FAIR IS HERE - I FORGOT ALL ABOUT IT, MEANT TO MENTION IT LAST WEEK. SORRY Y'ALL.
WHAT: WESTERN CAROLINA STATE FAIR
WHERE: FAIRGROUNDS - HIGHWAY ONE NORTH
MORE INFO: CHECK OUT ONE OF OUR LOCAL NEWS STATIONS: www.wjbf.com
Have fun at the fair!!
Got real estate questions? Give me a call :) 803.648.8660
The Carolina Real Estate Company - 333 Park Avenue SW - Aiken, South Carolina
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things to do: Senior Adult Activities in Aiken, SC
- 10/09/09 10:38 AM
Attn: Senior Adults! Stop by Room 2 at the Weeks Center on Wednesdays between 9am -2pm and check it out!
Lots to do at Odell Weeks Center - Aiken, SC
FREE!!! FREE!!! FREE!!!
Wii WEDNESDAY! Have fun with this new electronic game! Play Wii games such as Bowling (just like the real thing - but better!!! )
Other games will be on hand as well : Table top shuffleboard, scrabble, darts and more. You can even bring your own games! Snacks welcomed.
WHERE: Odell Weeks Center - Whiskey Road, Aiken (on the Southside - across from Home Depot/Zaxbys/South Aiken Presb. Church) … (2 comments)
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things to do: Chocolate Festival coming soon - save the date! 10/3/09
- 09/20/09 01:23 PM
It will be here before we know it! I can't wait :)
What: St. Mary's Chocolate Festival
When: Saturday, October 3, 2009
Where: St. Mary's School - 118 York Street, Aiken
Time: 10am - 4pm
What to expect: chocolate - chocolate - chocolate!! Bake sale - home made ice cream - treats - chocolate - book sale - frozen casserole sale - chocolate - games to play - prizes to win - chocolate - rides for kids - local talent performing - face painting - chocolate - chocolate - chocolate - silent auction - did I mention chocolate!!!..... and more :)
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things to do: Upcoming Polo Tourneys!
- 09/20/09 01:05 PM
Fall polo action has started here in Aiken! Come join the fun :)
HERE'S A COUPLE OF TOURNAMENTS HAPPENING NOW!!
What: USPA MONTY WATERBURY
When: September 17th - October 4th
Finals: October 4th at New Bridge Polo & Country Club, 862 New Bridge Road, Aiken SC
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What: USPA SILVER CUP
When: October 2nd - October 18th
Finals: October 18th at New Bridge Polo & Country Club, 862 New Bridge Road, Aiken SC
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Happy to help with your real estate needs! Give us a call. (be sure to mention my blog!)
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things to do: Football Friday Nights in Aiken, SC - High School Schedule 2009
- 09/20/09 12:52 PM
Are you ready for some football!!!
Here's the schedule for Aiken & South Aiken High Schools
South Aiken Thoroughbreds
9/25/09 - 7:30pm at Barnwell
10/2/09 - 7:30pm vs. Dreher
10/9/09 - 7:30pm at Brookland-Cayce
10/16/09 - 7:30pm vs. Airport
10/23/09 - 7:30pm at Swansea
10/30/09 - 7:30pm vs. Midland Valley
Aiken High Hornets
9/25/09 - 7:30pm at Lexington
10/2/09 - 7:30pm at Irmo
10/9/09 - 8:00pm vs. Richland NE
10/16/09 - 7:30pm at White Knoll
10/23/09 - 8:00pm vs. Orangeburg
10/30/09 - 8:00pm vs. Dutch Fork
11/6/09 - 7:30pm at North Augusta
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things to do: Current Economy Causing a Crimp In Your Vacation Plans?
- 07/19/09 12:15 PM
Just curious. Have you had to cut back on your 'normal' vacation activities this year? A lot of us have.
You know - the beach is not far from us. About a 2 and a half hour drive to Hilton Head. There are several public beaches with free parking. Pack up the kids, pack up a picnic lunch, and go put your toes in the sand! R-E-L-A-X!! For most of todays cars - you can get there and back on less than a tank of gas.
Don't want to drive so far? How about Aiken State Park. Bring the tent … (0 comments)
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things to do: Aiken Mall Cinema 8 - Movie Schedule 6/14/09
- 06/14/09 09:41 AM
Take a look at what is playing at the movies (Aiken Mall Cinema 8) now thru Thursday, June 18, 2009
Imagine That (PG) Noon, 2:30, 5:05, 7:35, 10:00
The Taking of Pelham 123 (R) 11:50am, 2:20, 4:50, 7:20, 9:50
Land of the Lost (PG13) 11:55am, 2:25, 4:45, 7:15, 9:45
The Hangover (R) 12:10, 2:35, 5:00, 7;30, 10:05
Drag Me to Hell (PG13) 11:50am, 2:10, 4:35, 7:20, 9:40
Up (PG13) 11:40, 2:05, 4:30, 9:35
Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian (PG) 11:45am, 2:15, 4:40, 7:40, 10:10
Terminator Salvation (PG-13) 12:15, 4:25, 7:10, 10:10
Aiken Mall … (3 comments)
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things to do: Wanna go to the Tomato Festival? Mark your calendars for 7/11 :)
- 06/05/09 02:06 AM
They say this is an annual event - but how can it be that I have never heard about it before???!!! We do have some great festivals here in downtown Aiken :)
Check it out:
What: Annual Tomato Festival
Where: Aiken County Farmers Market
Location: 897 Richland Ave, E - Downtown Aiken
When: Saturday, July 11.
More Info: 803.642-7761
This annual event offers an opportunity to sample a huge variety of locally grown farm fresh tomatoes and items prepared from them.
Locally grown fruits, vegetable & flowers, as well as fresh eggs, milk, … (4 comments)
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things to do: The Beach Comes to Downtown Aiken
- 05/26/09 01:48 PM
it's that time of year again! Time for the annual Downtown Aiken Beach Blast :) A ton (more or less, lol) of sand is brought to our Newberry Street party block - get ready for toes in the sand! ahhhhh :)
Not just toes in the sand....but sand toys, too - till the sun goes down anyway. Once the sun goes down, it's time for the adults to do some shagging! Yessirreebob - that's our state dance. The Shag :)
When: June 18, 2009
Where: Newberry Street Festival Block (between Park and Richland) Downtown Aiken
When: 6pm
More Info: 803.649.2221
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things to do: Another Memorial Day Upon Us - Let us NOT FORGET!
- 05/22/09 04:14 AM
A day to remember, first and foremost! Remember the thousands of men and women who fought for our country - our freedom - our rights - our lives! OUR HEROES!!
These great people will be honored all over the country this weekend in different ways, including our own backyard bar-b-ques.
If you are looking for something to do right here in Aiken - here are some ideas:
Aiken's Annual Memorial Day Parade will be on Saturday, 5/23 at 1pm - Starting downtown on Park Avenue at 1:00. The parade will head up Park Avenue towards Laurens Street - then turn … (5 comments)
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things to do: Dancin' Like the Stars! (well....learning anyway) Summer 2009
- 05/10/09 03:47 AM
Want to learn how to ballroom dance? I do! I soooo admire those couples at weddings and other functions that are out there dancing so fabulously. You know the ones, lol - they are at every single party!
Now is our chance to learn! The City of Aiken - Parks, Rec & Toursim Dept is offering classes, yaaay :)
What: Ballroom Dance Classes
Where: Odell Weeks Center - Room 1 & 2
When: Wednesdays, 7:30pm - 8:30pm
TWO 6-WEEK SESSIONS: Session 1: June 10 - July 15
Session 2: August 5 - September 9
Bring … (4 comments)
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things to do: Archery Camp - Summer 2009!
- 05/10/09 03:30 AM
Here is something different and fun for the kids to do this summer.
City of Aiken Parks, Recreation, Tourism Department is offering Archery Camp this summer! Two sessions :)
What: Archery Camp. Learn safety, technique, equipment, mental concentration, and self-improvement.
When: Session 1: July 6 - 10 Session 2: August 3 - 7
Where: Odell Weeks Center, Gym 2
Time: 3:00 -4:30pm, Mon - Fri
Cost: $40 per session (non-resident fees apply)
Ages: 5 - 17
More Info: 803.642.7631
A great summer activity for the kids - right here in Aiken :)
Have fun!
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things to do: Aiken Bluegrass Festival May 14-16, 2009
- 05/10/09 03:10 AM
This is another very popular Aiken Event! Here are the details:
What: Aiken Bluegrass Festival
When: May 14 - 16, 2009
Where: Whitney Field, Aiken (Mead Ave - between Whiskey and Sumter. DIRECTIONS BELOW)
Gates Open: 5pm
Admission: by Donation
Directions to Whitney Field--Mead Ave
From the intersection of Whiskey and Pine Log Road, go north on Whiskey Road 1.5
miles and turn right on Mead Ave. Go 0.1 miles and entrance to the field is on your right.
From the intersection of Richland Avenue and Laurens Street, go east on Richland to
Chesterfield Avenue and … (0 comments)
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things to do: Can you hear me now?
- 05/04/09 08:51 AM
Can you hear me now??
Hearing loss is no laughing matter. If you have hearing loss, you may want to attend this program on Tuesday, May 5, 2009.
What: Program - 'Hearing Loss: How to Improve Communication"
Presented By: Carolina Otolaryngology Institute
When: Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Where: Aiken Regional Medical Center - DINING ROOM. University Parkway, Aiken.
Time: 12:15pm
Registration Required
Register/More Info: 803.644.9200
I am happy to share this information with my readers. Please pass this on to your friends and family members in the Aiken area if this program could help them!
Have a great … (7 comments)
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things to do: The Aiken Garden Show May 8-9, 2009
- 05/04/09 02:41 AM
What: The Aiken Garden Show
When: May 8 and May 9, 2009
Time: 9am - 5pm
Where: Aiken County Historical Museum
Located at: "Banksia" 433 Newberry Street SW, Downtown Aiken
TICKET LOCATIONS:
Aiken Drug, Cold Creek Nursery, Material Things, Rick's Produce
For More Info: www.AikenGardenShow.org or call 803-641-6777
Proceeds to benefit:
Aiken Land Conservancy & Aiken Garden Club Council
RAIN OR SHINE!! - NO RAIN DATE - NO REFUNDS!!
Tours of beautiful private gardesn - speaker series featureing Jenks Farmer - landscape exhibitors and vendor marketplace - horticultural society demonstrations - lunch at the … (2 comments)
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