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February 2012
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  Igudesman and Joo
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  Calling all Filmmakers and Videographers
  Antiques in the Heart of Aiken
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  Antiques in the Heart of Aiken
  Boyd Pond Park
  Car Show
  DuPont Planetarium
  DuPont Planetarium
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  Antiques in the Heart of Aiken
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  Stig Rosen: Lovers & Heros of Broadway & Beyond
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  Stig Rosen: Lovers & Heros of Broadway & Beyond
  Exhibit Reception
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  Boyd Pond Park
  DuPont Planetarium
  DuPont Planetarium
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  SRS Public Tours for 2012
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  Midday Music
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  Black Box Coffee House
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  Boyd Pond Park
  USEF Salute to Driving Event
  DuPont Planetarium
  DuPont Planetarium
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  USEF Salute to Driving Event
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  USEF Salute to Driving Event
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  SRS Public Tours for 2012
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  Casino Night 2012
  You Can't Take it with You..
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  You Can't Take it with You..
  Boyd Pond Park
  Battle of Aiken
  The Living History Park
  The African-American Experience
  DuPont Planetarium
  DuPont Planetarium
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  Battle of Aiken
  You Can't Take it With You..
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  Equestrian Show Jumping
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Feb 2nd, 2012 (Thu)
  Igudesman and Joo
Classical musicians Aleksey Igudesman and Richard Hyung-ki Joo combine comedy with classical music and popular culture. This performance will take place at the Etherredge Center USC- Aiken 471 University Pkwy Aiken, SC 641-3305
Feb 3rd, 2012 (Fri)
  Calling all Filmmakers and Videographers
It's time for Homebrew movie making. Accepted genres will be: Narrative, Documentary, Animation, and Experimental/Abstract. Call for entries until March 30th 803-642-7559 or visit www.aikencountyprt.com
Feb 3rd, 2012 (Fri) -- Feb 4th, 2012 (Sat)
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  Antiques in the Heart of Aiken
Antiques in the Heart of Aiken will be held at The Aiken Center for the Arts 122 Laurens St. Aiken, SC. This event will be held for three days Friday, Saturday, and Sunday and will feature some of the Finest items from Aiken and surrounding areas 803-641-9094 www.aikencenterforthearts.org
Feb 4th, 2012 (Sat)
  Boyd Pond Park
Programs are held each Saturday at dusk weather permitting at the Boyd Pond Park 373 Boyd Pond Rd. Aiken, SC. Come and see the observatory and enjoy the view. This program is Free. www.boydobservatory.org 803-642-7559
Feb 4th, 2012 (Sat)
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  Car Show
Aiken Horsepower will sponsor a Cruise-In Car Show at the Home Depot parking lot 1785 Whiskey Rd. Aiken, SC the first Saturday of each month. This is a wonderful time to check out some of Aiken's beautiful classic cars. 803-270-3505
Feb 4th, 2012 (Sat)
7:00 PM
  DuPont Planetarium
Follow the Drinking Gourd at the Ruth Patrick Science Education Center USCA 471 University Parkway Aiken, SC. Learn how slaves used astronomy and song to escape the bondage of slavery and travel along the Underground Railroad to freedom. 803-641-3654
Feb 4th, 2012 (Sat)
8:00 PM
  DuPont Planetarium
Follow the Drinking Gourd at the Ruth Patrick Science Education Center USCA 471 University Parkway Aiken, SC. Learn how slaves used astronomy and song to escape the bondage of slavery and travel along the Underground Railroad to freedom. 803-641-3654
Feb 5th, 2012 (Sun)
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  Antiques in the Heart of Aiken
Antiques in the Heart of Aiken will be held at The Aiken Center for the Arts 122 Laurens St. Aiken, SC. This event will be held for three days Friday, Saturday, and Sunday and will feature some of the Finest items from Aiken and surrounding areas
Feb 9th, 2012 (Thu) -- Feb 10th, 2012 (Fri)
  Stig Rosen: Lovers & Heros of Broadway & Beyond
Just when you thought that Broadway tenors couldn't get any better, master tenor sensation Stig Rossen explodes unto US Stages. He brings together the best of the best just in time for Valentine season. This performance will take place at the Aiken Performing Arts URS Center 126 Newberry St. Aiken, SC 803-643-4774 www.aikenperformingartsgroup.org
Feb 10th, 2012 (Fri)
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  Exhibit Reception
This reception will take place at the Arts and Heritage Center of North Augusta 100 Georgia Ave. It will welcome the North Augusta Sports Hall of Fame's Inductees exhibit. This reception is free and open to the public. Call 803-441-4380 for more information or visit online www.artsandheritagecenter.com.
Feb 11th, 2012 (Sat)
  Boyd Pond Park
Programs are held each Saturday at dusk weather permitting at the Boyd Pond Park 373 Boyd Pond Rd. Aiken, SC. Come and see the observatory and enjoy the view. This program is Free. www.boydobservatory.org 803-642-7559
Feb 11th, 2012 (Sat)
7:00 PM
  DuPont Planetarium
Follow the Drinking Gourd at the Ruth Patrick Science Education Center USCA 471 University Parkway Aiken, SC. Learn how slaves used astronomy and song to escape the bondage of slavery and travel along the Underground Railroad to freedom. 803-641-3654
Feb 11th, 2012 (Sat)
8:00 PM
  DuPont Planetarium
Follow the Drinking Gourd at the Ruth Patrick Science Education Center USCA 471 University Parkway Aiken, SC. Learn how slaves used astronomy and song to escape the bondage of slavery and travel along the Underground Railroad to freedom. 803-641-3654
Feb 15th, 2012 (Wed)
12:30 PM - 4:30 PM
  SRS Public Tours for 2012
In 2012, Savannah River Nuclear Solutions, LLC will once again offer a limited number of Savannah River Site (SRS) tours for the general public. Thirty tours are being offered and the check-in begins at 12:30 pm and will end at 4:30 pm. To sign up visit the SRS tour website http://www.srs.gov/general/tour/public.htm Tours vary each month and start January-December 2012. If no internet access is available call 803-952-8467
Feb 16th, 2012 (Thu)
12:00 PM
  Midday Music
Sponsored by First Presbyterian Church the concert series will be held the third Thursday of each month at noon in the sanctuary at Laurens St. and Barnwell. The concert is free. Lunch is available for $9.00/person.Call 803-648-2662 to make reservations.
Feb 17th, 2012 (Fri)
  Black Box Coffee House
The Aiken Community Playhouse 126 Newberry St. Aiken, SC will feature short plays, musical entertainment, special guests, refreshments and of course, your turn at the open mic. All dates are Fridays at 7pm. 803-648-1438
Feb 18th, 2012 (Sat)
  Boyd Pond Park
Programs are held each Saturday at dusk weather permitting at the Boyd Pond Park 373 Boyd Pond Rd. Aiken, SC. Come and see the observatory and enjoy the view. This program is Free. www.boydobservatory.org 803-642-7559
Feb 18th, 2012 (Sat) -- Feb 19th, 2012 (Sun)
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  USEF Salute to Driving Event
This is the 2nd year for this diverse event, featuring all forms of carriage driving. This event will take place at Courage to Lead Farm / Chateau Log Farm 287 North Windsor Rd. Windsor, SC. The event raises funds for an awareness of driving as a competitive sport. There is a fee for clinics, competition, and the banquet, but spectators are welcome to watch at no charge. For more information visit www.salutetodriving.com or 717-554-1241.
Feb 18th, 2012 (Sat)
7:00 PM
  DuPont Planetarium
Follow the Drinking Gourd at the Ruth Patrick Science Education Center USCA 471 University Parkway Aiken, SC. Learn how slaves used astronomy and song to escape the bondage of slavery and travel along the Underground Railroad to freedom. 803-641-3654
Feb 18th, 2012 (Sat)
8:00 PM
  DuPont Planetarium
Follow the Drinking Gourd at the Ruth Patrick Science Education Center USCA 471 University Parkway Aiken, SC. Learn how slaves used astronomy and song to escape the bondage of slavery and travel along the Underground Railroad to freedom. 803-641-3654
Feb 20th, 2012 (Mon)
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  USEF Salute to Driving Event
This is the 2nd year for this diverse event, featuring all forms of carriage driving. This event will take place at Courage to Lead Farm / Chateau Log Farm 287 North Windsor Rd. Windsor, SC. The event raises funds for an awareness of driving as a competitive sport. There is a fee for clinics, competition, and the banquet, but spectators are welcome to watch at no charge. For more information visit www.salutetodriving.com or 717-554-1241.
Feb 23rd, 2012 (Thu)
12:30 PM - 4:30 PM
  SRS Public Tours for 2012
In 2012, Savannah River Nuclear Solutions, LLC will once again offer a limited number of Savannah River Site (SRS) tours for the general public. Thirty tours are being offered and the check-in begins at 12:30 pm and will end at 4:30 pm. To sign up visit the SRS tour website http://www.srs.gov/general/tour/public.htm Tours vary each month and start January-December 2012. If no internet access is available call 803-952-8467
Feb 24th, 2012 (Fri)
  Casino Night 2012
This will take place at the Julian Smith Casino 2200 Broad St. Augusta, GA and will be hosted by The Arts and Heritage Center of North Augusta. This is the 2nd annual casino fundraiser event. Dinner will be provided and there will be a cash bar. There will also be a silent auction full of wonderful items. For more information call 803-441-4380 or visit www.artsandheritagecenter.com.
Feb 24th, 2012 (Fri) -- Feb 25th, 2012 (Sat)
8:00 PM
  You Can't Take it with You..
The Sycamores are a large, free-spirited, and possibly insane family. When Alice, the family's only "normal" member, brings home her fiancee and his wealthy and prim parents, things get a little tense...and hilarious. Performed at The Aiken Community Playhouse 126 Newberry St. Aiken, SC 803-648-1438
Feb 25th, 2012 (Sat)
  Boyd Pond Park
Programs are held each Saturday at dusk weather permitting at the Boyd Pond Park 373 Boyd Pond Rd. Aiken, SC. Come and see the observatory and enjoy the view. This program is Free. www.boydobservatory.org 803-642-7559
Feb 25th, 2012 (Sat) -- Feb 26th, 2012 (Sun)
  Battle of Aiken

Sons of Confederate Veterans will hold The Battle of Aiken @ Confederate Park, Powell Pond Rd. Aiken, SC. Come and see these men, women and children re-enact life as it was during the battle. Bring a blanket or a towel to view the event take place on the field. For more information call 706-830-0930.

Feb 25th, 2012 (Sat)
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  The Living History Park
The last Saturday of the month the Living History Park 299 W. Spring Grove Ave. North Augusta, SC will be open for tours and demonstrations.  Come and visit the park and see how life was during colonial times. Visit www.colonialtimes.us 803-279-7560
Feb 25th, 2012 (Sat)
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  The African-American Experience
Spirituals, An Exploration of Slave songs and spirituals and how they have impacted modern music. Featuring the vocal talents of the Midland Valley High School Chorus. This event will take place at Redcliffe Plantation 181 Redcliffe Rd. Beech Island, SC 803-827-1473 redcliffe@scprt.com
Feb 25th, 2012 (Sat)
7:00 PM
  DuPont Planetarium
Follow the Drinking Gourd at the Ruth Patrick Science Education Center USCA 471 University Parkway Aiken, SC. Learn how slaves used astronomy and song to escape the bondage of slavery and travel along the Underground Railroad to freedom. 803-641-3654
Feb 25th, 2012 (Sat)
8:00 PM
  DuPont Planetarium
Follow the Drinking Gourd at the Ruth Patrick Science Education Center USCA 471 University Parkway Aiken, SC. Learn how slaves used astronomy and song to escape the bondage of slavery and travel along the Underground Railroad to freedom. 803-641-3654
Feb 26th, 2012 (Sun)
3:00 PM
  You Can't Take it With You..
The Sycamores are a large, free-spirited, and possibly insane family. When Alice, the family's only "normal" member, brings home her fiancee and his wealthy and prim parents, things get a little tense...and hilarious. Performed at The Aiken Community Playhouse 126 Newberry St. Aiken, SC 803-648-1438
Feb 29th, 2012 (Wed) -- Mar 4th, 2012 (Sun)
8:00 AM
  Equestrian Show Jumping
Progressive Show Jumping will be held the 1st and 2nd weekend in March at Highfields 198 Gaston Rd. Aiken, SC. Come and see this spectacular event. A must see. www.psjshows.com or 803-649-3505
 
 
   

 

 
 

 



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