Hartsville Happenings

TODAY – NOV. 26

Greater Hartsville Chamber of Commerce All Member Lunch: Noon today at Mr. B’s Seafood Restaurant, 964 W. Lydia Hwy. Speaker: Hartsville Mayor Mel Pennington. Cost is $8.50 (includes tip) which covers your meal.

Presentation by Marion Hawkins, Owner of Gold Leaf Seed Company, the World Leader in Tobacco Seeds: 12:30 p.m. Thursday at Hartsville Country Club. Kiwanis Club of Hartsville. Anyone wishing to attend can contact any Kiwanis member or Membership Chairman Charlie Deitz at (843) 332-2984.

Meet and Greet Author Batt Humphreys and SC Poet Laureate, Marjory Wentworth: 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Burry Bookstore during the Downtown Christmas Open House.

Annual Downtown Christmas Open House Sponsored by the Hartsville Downtown Development Association: Thursday. Stores will be open until 9 p.m. Enjoy special savings, door prizes, refreshments, sidewalk carolers, dancers, musicians and Santa and Mrs. Claus.

Hartsville-Coker Concert Association: 7:30 p.m. Thursday in the Watson Theater of Coker College’s Elizabeth Boatwright Coker Performing Arts Center. Award-winning pianist Tian Ying will perform selections from Chopin and Mussorgsky. Admission is $20 for adults, $7 for children under 18 and students or free with a Coker College ID. 

Authors Fritz P. Hamer and John Daye Meet and Greet: 4 to 5:30 p.m. Friday at Burry Bookstore. Their latest book is “A History of College Football in South Carolina: Glory on the Gridiron.”

Women of the Moose Bake Sale: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the Darlington Moose Lodge. Info: (843) 383-0231 or (843) 968-8988.

Pim Farms’ Disc Golf: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturdays and 2 to 6 p.m. Sundays. An 18-hole course with fairways in the woods and hay pasture.

Center For Health and Wellness, PC, Ribbon Cutting and Open House: Noon to 3 p.m. Saturday at 600 W. Carolina Ave. BBQ, crafts, children’s games and more.

Miss Darlington and Miss Teen Darlington Scholarship Pageant: Saturday. Info: (843) 206-1728 or .

Darlington Memorial Cemetery Association Banquet to Honor Maxine S. Johnson: 5 p.m. Saturday at Darlington High School Cafeteria. A $5 donation is requested. Info: Delores M. Jordan at (843) 393-8388.

Catfish Stomp Pageant: 2 p.m. Saturday at Lyttleton Street Methodist Church, Family Life Center, 1206 Lyttleton Street, Camden. Info: (803) 425-4133 or (803) 425-1167.

Donate Life Duel: Help the Gamecocks and Tigers in this friendly competition to sign up the most organ/tissue donors. Indicate your support for your favorite team while registering your legal consent to be an organ/tissue donor at http://www.Every11Minutes.org. The last day to participate is Monday.

H.B. Robinson Nuclear Plant Siren Test: 2 to 5 p.m. Monday. During the short duration test the sirens will sound at full volume for approximately 15 seconds, at least one time during the test, but they may sound more than one time. Info: http://www.progress-energy.com.

Hartsville Toastmasters: 7:30 p.m. Monday at Black Creek Arts Council.

Annual YMCA Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk on Thanksgiving Day: 8 a.m. Nov. 26 at Hartsville YMCA.

NOV. 27-DEC. 3

Royal Knight Simply Elegant Formal Wear Debut Fashion Show: 7 p.m. Nov. 28 at the Center Theater.

Resume Writing Workshop: 3 p.m. Nov. 30 at Hartsville Library. Info: (843) 398-4940

Hartsville Country Club Annual Membership Meeting: 6:30 p.m. Nov. 30.

DEC. 4-10

Resume Writing Workshop: 1 p.m. Dec. 1 at Society Hill Library. Info: (843) 398-4940

Resume Writing Workshop: 3 p.m. Dec. 2 at Darlington Library. Info: (843) 398-4940

Darlington County Humane Society Rescue Efforts BBQ Fundraiser: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4 to 6 p.m. Dec. 3 at West Hartville Baptist Church in Hartsville and First Church of God in Darlington. Eat-In or Take-Out. Business delivery for 10 or more plates. Donations of dry dog/puppy and cat/kitten food, bleach, collars, leashes, pet carriers, towels and blankets accepted during this event.

Resume Writing Workshop: 5 p.m. Dec. 3 at Lamar Library. Info: (843) 398-4940

Historic Christmas Open House: 2 to 5 p.m. Dec. 6 at Kalmia Gardens.

Hartsville Civic Chorale Presents Christmas with Children and Brass: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 8 at First Presbyterian Church.

Black Creek Arts Council Presents The Christmas Shoppe: 5 to 9 p.m. Dec. 10, 3 to 8 p.m. Dec. 11 and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 12.

Friends Work Day: 9 a.m. Dec. 12 at Carolina Sandhills National Wildlife Refuge Headquarters, U.S. 1, McBee. Info: (843) 335-8350 or

SUPPORT GROUPS

Alzheimer’s Caregiver’s Support Group: First Tuesday of the month at 10 a.m. 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.

Depression Support Group: Third Monday of the month at 6 p.m. 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

Fall into Fitness: 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Cardio, step and lunges. Cost: $25 city residents, $31 others.

Exercise Classes: Tuesday and Thursday 10 to 11 a.m. and Thursday 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Hartsville Recreation Department. Remember your resolutions with cardio, step and lunges classes. Cost: $25 for city residents and $31 for non-city residents.

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.

Japanese Martial Arts with Gary Carpenter: Mondays and Wednesdays at the Coach T.B. Thomas Sports Center, Hartsville Recreation Department. Ages 5 and older. Cost: $50 per month. Info: (843) 383-3020 for time.

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.

Scrapbooking 101: 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Wednesdays at Hartsville Recreation Department. Cost: $40 for city residents and $46 for non-city residents. Info: (843) 383-3020.

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.

ONGOING & RECURRING

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.

Morning Running Club: 7 a.m. every Saturday at Hartsville YMCA.

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.

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 or Lynwood Lewis at (843) 332-4337.

Hartsville Toastmasters: Second and fourth Monday at 7 p.m. 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.

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.

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.

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

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

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 http://www.southernanimalwelfareleague.org.

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.

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.

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

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.

Jacob Kelly House Tours: First Sunday of every month through December. Free. This 19th century farm house is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is owned by the Darlington County Historical Commission. During the War Between the States, the house was taken over by federal forces and used as headquarters for scouting parties seeking provisions to supply General Sherman’s Army. Info: Joann Lee (843) 332-4508.