Hartsville Happenings July 14

TODAY- JULY 21
Science Circus: 10 a.m. today at Hartsville Memorial Library. Children’s program.

Teen Gaming Night: 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday in the community room of Hartsville Library. Sponsored by the Friends and includes snacks, Rock Band and Mario Kart gaming.

Wayne Winburn Benefit Chicken Bog: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday at North Hartsville Baptist Church. Cost: $7 per plate. Terminix Service of Hartsville will host the event for Winburn who recently had a kidney transplant. Eat-in or take-out. Delivery available.

Author Jack Parker Meet and Greet: 4 p.m. Friday at Burry Bookstore. He will be signing copies of “Parker's Guide to the Revolutionary War in South Carolina.”

ROTFL (Rolling On The Floor Laughing): 7 p.m. Friday at Black Creek Arts Council. Looking for a few laughs? This group of talented young performers are sure to have you rolling on the floor laughing. Doors open at 6:30 and the show starts at 7 with a Who's Line Is It Anyways style performance. Free. Info: (843) 332-6234.

HHS Class of 1960 Reunion: 6 p.m. Saturday at Hartsville Country Club.

Third Saturday Farmers Market: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at Gardner’s Fertilizer & Farm Supplies, 317 Railroad Ave., Hartsville.

S.C. State Museum’s Museum Road Show: 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday at the museum in Columbia. Local experts will be available in the fields of fine art, silver, pottery, furniture, books, jewelry, textiles and dolls, decorative arts as well as military artifacts for informal appraisals. Tickets are $15 for the first item ($12 for museum members), $25 for two items ($20 members), $30 for three items ($25 members) and $35 for four items ($30 members). There is a limit of four items per person. For more information, call (803) 898-4952 or e-mail publicprograms@scmuseum.org. To pre-register, call (803) 898-4999.

Certified Barbeque Judging Class: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday in the recreation hall at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church at 1715 Bull St. in the heart of Columbia. Cost: $35, includes a barbecue lunch. Info: Lhigh1@sc.rr.com.

South Hartsville Neighborhood Association: 6 p.m. Monday at Centenary United Methodist Church, 830 S. Sixth St. Please come be a citizen for change. Info: Teresa Mack (843) 383-5537.

Trinity Basketball Camp: 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. July 19-22 at the school, 5001 Hoffmeyer Rd., Darlington. For girls in grades six through 12. Info: Coach Bryan Kaye at (843) 395-9124 or bkaye@titans.org.

Annual Camp Creative: Monday through Friday and July 26-30 at Black Creek Arts Center. The first week is for rising 1st, 2nd, 5th and 6th graders, and the second is for rising 3rd, 4th, 7th and 8th graders. Info: (843) 332-6234.

Family Movie Night: 4 p.m. Tuesday at Hartsville Library.

City of Hartsville Parks Committee Meeting: 6 p.m. Tuesday at Coach T.B. Thomas Sports Center.

Native American Life in the Pee Dee: 10 a.m. July 21 at Hartsville Memorial Library. Children’s program.

City of Hartsville Design Review Board: 5:15 p.m. July 21 at city hall.

JULY 22-31

Great Pee Dee Devil Dogs Det. 1219 Marine Corps League Membership Drive: 6 p.m. July 22 at Mayflower Seafood Restaurant, 309 Chesterfield Hwy., Cheraw. Open to any Marine or Fleet Force Corpsman who served honorably or is currently on active duty. Info: (843) 537-4563, cbhaley@peoplepc.com, (843) 479=7235, buzzard1219@hotmail.com, (843) 439-0749, rstubbss@bellsouth.net.

Author and Hartsville native Dan Easterling Meet and Greet: 4 p.m. July 23 at Burry Bookstore. He will be signing copies of his new novel, “The Paralegal.”

YMCA Triathlon: July 24. Info: (843) 383-4547.

Society Hill Town Council: 6 p.m. July 26 at town hall.

Gang Green Basketball Camp: July 26-29 at Emmanuel Christian School. The camp will be held from 8 a.m. to noon for first through third graders and from 1 to 5 p.m. for fourth through sixth graders. Cost is $60 and includes daily snacks, awards and a camp t-shirt. Info: (843) 339-8316.

Housing Authority of Hartsville: 4 p.m. July 27 at South Park Apartments, South Fifth Street.

City of Hartsville Planning Commission: 5:30 p.m. July 27 at city hall.

Shackles: 10 a.m. July 28 at Hartsville Memorial Library. Children’s program with S.C. Poet Laureate M. Wentworth. Reading awards too.

Darlington County Guardian ad Litem Introductory Workshop: 6 to 8 p.m. July 29 at Prudential Segars Realty, Conference Room, 639 W. Carolina Ave. Learn how you can become a volunteer advocate for an abused or neglected child. Hear volunteers share their experiences and how they make a difference for children. If you are age 21 or older and have a desire to help children, come and hear about the program. Info: Lyrae Rogers at (843) 383-2333 or http://www.darlington.scgal.org

Girls’ Softball Clinic: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 31. Division I softball player from Auburn University Heather Garrison and Coastal Carolina University graduate Meredith Sansbury will help improve your game. Cost: $25 city residents, $31 for others.

Football Registration: July 28 through Aug. 20. For ages 7-14 as of Nov. 30. Cost: $50 for city residents, $56 for others.

Football Cheerleading Registration: July 28 through Aug. 20. For ages 3-12. Cost: $30 city residents, $36 for others.

Flag Football Registration: July 28 through Aug. 20. For ages 5-6 as of Nov. 30. Cost: $30 city residents, $36 for others.

Tolson, Chapman, Gainey Reunion: July 31, 12:30 p.m. at Patrick Baptist Church in Patrick for children and descendants of William and Eliza Brown Tolson, Bert and Meg Byrd Chapman, Robert, Walter and Mary Jordan Gainey. Covered dish dinner. Please arrive by 12:30 p.m. Info: Daphene Tolson-Wrenn (864) 446-7979 (home) or (864) 934-9452 (cell.

AUGUST

Tennis Camp: Aug. 2-6 at the Hartsville Country Club. Info: (843) 332-5459.

Long-Tern Care Affordable Options for Every Family: 10 a.m. Aug. 3 at Morningside of Hartsville, 1901 W. Carolina Ave. Info: (843) 857-0159.

Lunch & Learn: Noon to 1 p.m. Aug. 4 at Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center in the Medical Office Building, Suite 102. The program will be presented by Carolina Pines Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation on “The Who, What, When, Where of Physical Therapy.” Many people are not aware of how important physical therapy is to the healing process. Call (843) 339-4563 for reservations by July 30.

McLeod Medical Center Darlington Family Health Fair: Aug. 7, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at McLeod Medical Center Darlington, 701 Cashua Ferry Road, Darlington. Free screening for blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, PSA levels, stroke. Screenings available by appointment only for skin cancer, diabetic foot care, clinical breast exam, BioZ, hearing. Call 777-2095 to schedule appointment. Presentations from physicians and healthcare professionals on a variety of topics. Children’s activities include face painting, finger casts, balloons, McLeod Safe Kids, Glow Germs, ChildReach Ambulance, Darlington County Sheriff’s Office and Fire Department.

NASCAR Camping World Truck Series: Aug. 14 at Darlington Raceway. Tickets: $25 adults, free for ages 12 and younger. Pre-race pit passes: $15. Info: www.racetickets.com.

Robert Lee Smith and The Original Tams: 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Aug. 14 at Hartsville Country Club. Member and non- members tickets available.

Swamp Fox Quilters Exhibit at Hartsville Museum: “Remember When” will be on display for the entire summer closing on Aug. 28. Each year the guild has a challenge which is an occasion to motivate each quilter to show their creativity and knowledge in the art of quilting while displaying their individual interpretation of the theme. Visitors are encouraged to vote for their favorite quilt. On Aug. 27, votes will be counted and a “Peoples Choice” quilt will be chosen. The Hartsville Museum is open Monday – Friday from 10am – 5pm and on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free.

Girls’ Fall Softball Registration: Aug. 17 through Sept. 3. Some travel to Darlington and Bishopville. Cost: $30 city residents, $36 for others.

Girl Scouts of Eastern South Carolina’s Cookie Cup 5K: 9 a.m. Aug. 28 at Sandy Ridge Girl Scout Program and Training Center in Bennettsville. The event features a traditional 5K run with a twist – an obstacle course in the middle of the race. Ages 15 and older. Cost for participants is $20 before Aug. 1, $25 Aug. 2-27 and $30 the day of the race. All proceeds go to benefit Girl Scouts of Eastern South Carolina. Runners can register online at https://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=1871509 or by calling (800) 669-0822.

SUPPORT GROUPS

Alzheimer’s Caregiver’s Support Group: 10 a.m. first Tuesday of the month at St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church. Info: Margaret Coker (843) 332-7478.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Daily at 310 McFarland St., Hartsville. Meeting schedule posted on door.

Brain Injury Support Group: 2 to 4 p.m. second Tuesday of each month at Hartsville Memorial Library, 147 W. College Ave. Info: Danny Weaver (843) 383-5585

Depression Support Group: 6 p.m. third Monday of the month at St. Luke United Methodist Church, 302 Dunlap Dr., Hartsville. Info: Danny at (843) 616-2723 or Kathy at (843) 307-8220.

Divorce Care: This is a weekly seminar and support group for people who are separated or divorced. Info: (843) 332-7771.

CLASSES

Tennis Lessons: For ages 8 and older, these lessons can be scheduled for 30 minutes or one hour. Call Bryan Howell at (843) 230-9237 to schedule.

Japanese Martial Arts: 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays. Gary Carpenter leads this training class for children ages 5 and older. Cost: $50 per month.

Super Shape Up Class: 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Join Pat Mitchell for cardio, steps and lunges. Cost: $25 city residents, $31 for others.

Fitness Over 50: Classes meet 9 to 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at the Coach T.B. Thomas Sports Center. This workout program for those over 50 is available through the Hartsville Recreation Department. New members are always welcome.

Living Well South Carolina: This new program is designed to help individuals that suffer from a chronic disease such as COPD, diabetes, heart disease, arthritis and other health problems. These conditions are associated with pain, fatigue, depression and many other issues that change the way you live. Classes are being held in Darlington, Hartsville, Society Hill and Lamar to help you live better with your condition. Call Ashley at (843) 393-8521 to sign up or for more information. All classes are free.

A Matter of Balance Fall Prevention Classes: Free classes are held in Darlington, Hartsville, Society Hill and Lamar. Fear of falling can be just as dangerous as falling itself. Classes can help you improve the quality of life and remain independent and include easy exercises and information that will help you to enjoy your life. Info: Ashley at (843) 393-8521.

Pet CPR Classes: Available through the Hartsville Recreation Department. Cost: $35 for a three-hour class. Times vary. Info: (843) 383-3020 or (843) 917-4549.

ONGOING & RECURRING

Board of Directors of Darlington County Disabilities and Special Needs Board Meetings: 5:30 p.m. last Tuesday of the month at the Scott Center, 201 N. Damascus Church Road, Hartsville. The public is invited to attend.

Community Chaplains of America Program: This certified program will teach you to serve as a chaplain to many people who do not have a pastor or church that they regularly attend. As a spiritual caregiver, your training will equip you with the 10 essential disciplines every community chaplain must have to serve God and see lives changed. Info: (843) 332-7771.

DAV Chapter 47: 5:30 p.m. third Monday of the month at the library. All veterans and spouses are invited to attend. Info: J.W. O’Neal (843) 383-8670.

Darlington County Guardian Ad Litem Needs Volunteers: The Guardian Ad Litem program represents abused and neglected children in family court. Info: (843) 383-2333 or www.darlington.scgal.org

The Golden Hands Needlework Group: 5:30 p.m. first and third Monday of the month at St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church in Hartsville. The group knits and crochets hats, sweaters, blankets and other items to donate to charities.

Guide Right Initiative: The Hartsville Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. extends an invitation to high school males to join the Kappa League Program. The purpose is to help African-American males choose and pursue useful careers by exposing them to cultural enrichment and character development. The young men will participate in seminars and activities to develop leadership skills, refine self-image, build self-esteem and improve social skills. Info: Coach Corey Lewis at HHS at (843) 332-4337.

Hartsville American Legion Post 53 and Auxiliary: Third Tuesday night of each month at the post on North Fifth Street at Society Avenue just across Prestwood Lake. A meal is served at 6:30 p.m. with the monthly meeting following. All members, eligible veterans, active reserve and National Guard personnel and spouses are invited to attend and join the largest veterans’ organization in the U.S. Info: Jim Ousley, Post Commander, (843) 332-9340.

Hartsville Toastmasters: 7 p.m. second and fourth Monday at the Black Creek Arts Council, 116 W. College Ave. Free. Toastmasters International is a nonprofit club specializing in the improvement of leadership and speaking skills in a controlled, constructive setting. Guests are welcome. Info: Dr. Andrew Jackson (843) 332-6151.

Keep Darlington County Beautiful: The organization offers citizens, businesses and industries opportunities to contribute to their communities; promotes community pride; and publicly recognizes the efforts of citizens, churches, schools, businesses and industries that participate in activities. Individuals and organizations that would like to participate in Keep Darlington County Beautiful programs such as Adopt-A-Highway, recycling programs or serve on the committee can call (843) 398-4810.

Kiwanis Club of Hartsville: 12:30 p.m. Thursdays at Hartsville Country Club. Anyone wishing to attend can contact any Kiwanis member or Membership Chairman Charlie Deitz at (843) 332-2984.

Lamar Scrabble Club: 11 a.m. second Saturday of the month at Lamar Library, 103 E. Main St. Info: (843) 326-5524

Lamar Town Council Meeting: 5:15 p.m. second Monday of each month at Court Room, 117 W. Main St., Lamar. Info: (843) 326-5551

The Major James Lide Coker Camp #146 Sons of the Confederate Veterans Monthly Meeting: 7 p.m. second Tuesday of the month at Hartsville Memorial Library meeting room.

Mayo High Class of 1969 Meeting: 6 p.m. third Sunday of the month at Post 210 in Darlington. Info: (843) 393-1486.

Morning Running Club: 7:15 and 8:30 a.m. every Saturday at Hartsville YMCA.

SGTM Lyles Scholarship Fund: A scholarship fund has been established in memory of SGTM Clinton “Blue” Lyles Jr. by the S.C. Army National Guard Scholarship Association. Lyles dedicated 40 years of his life to the service of the S.C. Army National Guard. He served as administrator at the Hartsville Guard Unit, Company C of the 3rd Battalion, 178th Field Artillery. Donations to the fund are tax deductible. Make checks payable to the NGASC Scholarship. Send donations to: 1 National Guard Road, Stop 36, Columbia, SC 29201.

Southern Animal Welfare League: The group is dedicated to helping abused and neglected animals in our area. Some of the organization’s programs include building doghouses for dogs without shelter, educating children about pet care, supporting local spay and neuter programs, promoting change and enforcement of animal welfare laws and much more. Info: (843) 206-1129 or visit www.southernanimalwelfareleague.org.

Tournament of Hartsville Home Educators: Local support group for the homeschooling family. Info: Hhe_family@yahoo.com or visit www.hhefamily.com

Umpires: The Hartsville Area Recreation Department is looking for umpires. If you are an experienced umpire or would be interested in umpiring contact the Hartsville Area Recreation Department for additional information. Info: Lee Andrews 843-383-3020.

Yesterdays Indoor Flea Market: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays at 1140 N. Fifth Street (Old Gloveslingers Building beside IGA Foodliner).