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May 2008
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
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1
  Polo
  "Play Ball"
  Show Jumping
2
  Polo
  "Play Ball"
  Show Jumping
  Play
  Planetarium
  Lobster Race
3
  Polo
  "Play Ball"
  Show Jumping
  Play
  Planetarium
  Herb Faire
  Paws for Cancer Race
4
  Polo
  "Play Ball"
  Show Jumping
  Polo
  Quartet
5
  Polo
  Regatta
  Concert
6
  Polo
  "Play Ball"
  Story Time
7
  Polo
  "Play Ball"
8
  Polo
  "Play Ball"
  Bluegrass
  Seminar
9
  Polo
  "Play Ball"
  Bluegrass
10
  Polo
  "Play Ball"
  Bluegrass
  Plant Sale
  Pow Wow
  Benefit
  Planetarium
  Birding
  Exhibit
  Paddle W/Ranger
11
  "Play Ball"
  Pow Wow
  Exhibit
  Polo
12
  Polo
  Cel. Waiter
  Exhibit
  Concert
13
  Polo
  Exhibit
  "Play Ball"
  Story Time
14
  Polo
  "Play Ball"
15
  Polo
  "Play Ball"
  Exhibit
  Music
  Music
16
  Polo
  "Play Ball"
  Exhibit
  BBQ & Music
  Garden
  Planetarium
  Play
17
  Polo
  "Play Ball"
  Exhibit
  BBQ & Music
  Garden
  Planetarium
18
  "Play Ball"
  Exhibit
  Polo
  Polo
  Planetarium
  Planetarium
19
  Polo
  Planetarium
  Planetarium
  Exhibit
  Concert
20
  Polo
  Exhibit
  "Play Ball"
  Story Time
21
  Polo
  "Play Ball"
22
  Polo
  "Play Ball"
  Polo
  Polo
  Exhibit
  Music
23
  Polo
  "Play Ball"
  Polo
  Exhibit
  Play
24
  Polo
  "Play Ball"
  Polo
  Exhibit
  Play
  Parade
25
  "Play Ball"
  Polo
  Exhibit
  Polo
26
  Polo
  Polo
  Exhibit
  Concert
27
  Polo
  Polo
  Exhibit
  Polo
  Story Time
28
  Polo
  Polo
  Polo
29
  Polo
  Polo
  Polo
  Exhibit
  Music
30
  Polo
  Polo
  Polo
  Exhibit
  Play
31
  Polo
  Polo
  Exhibit
  Play
  Polo
  Living History
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Apr 28th, 2008 (Mon) -- May 4th, 2008 (Sun)
  Polo

New Bridge Spring Invitational 12 Goal  at the New Bridge Polo & Country Club. Contact 561-704-1055 or www.newbridgepolo.com

Apr 29th, 2008 (Tue) -- May 4th, 2008 (Sun)
  "Play Ball"

Aiken County Historical Museum, 433 New berry St SW.  Honoring professional baseball in Aiken.  Tues-Fri 10am-5pm; Sat-Sun 2-5pm. Free.  Contact 803-642-2015 or ctyler@aikencountysc.gov.

May 1st, 2008 (Thu) -- May 4th, 2008 (Sun)
  Show Jumping

USEF Series of Progressive Show Jumping, Aiken Horse Park, Audubon & Powderhouse Rds., Aiken.  803-649-3505 or www.psjshows.com

May 2nd, 2008 (Fri) -- May 3rd, 2008 (Sat)
  Play

Aiken Community Playhouse presents "Dearly Departed".  Show dates are Apr. 18, 19, 25, 26 and May 2, 3 at 8pm; Apr. 27 at 3pm.  Wasington Center for the Performing Arts, 126 Newberry St., Aiken. Contact 803-648-1438 or www.aikencommunityplayhouse.com

May 2nd, 2008 (Fri) -- May 3rd, 2008 (Sat)
  Planetarium
'To the Moon and Beyond' at the Dupont Planetarium, 471 University Pkwy.  This program celebrates NASA's 50 years in space.  Shows: May 2, 3, 16, 17 at 8 and 9 pm.  Call 803-641-3654 or visit http://rpsec.usca.edu/planetarium for more information.
May 2nd, 2008 (Fri)
5:30 PM - 11:30 PM
  Lobster Race

Newberry Street, Downtown.  The race features live Maine 'thoroughbred' racing lobsters.  Local restaurants provide gourmet food in the streets.  Enjoy rides, family activities, community performance stage and more.  $5 adults; children under 6 free.  Contact 803-649-9500 or www.lobsterrace.com.

May 3rd, 2008 (Sat)
  Herb Faire

Annual Herb Faire at Historic Pascalina on Hwy 78, East of Aiken, a half mile outside Montmorenci.  Herbs and plants, garden art, pottery, antiques and more.  Contact 803-649-5481 or email liveoaksfarm@bellsouth.net

May 3rd, 2008 (Sat)
8:00 AM
  Paws for Cancer Race

9th annual Paws for Cancer Raceat the Odell Weeks Recreation Center, Whiskey Road, Aiken.  1 mile Dog Walk to pay tribute and promote awareness to those affected by cancer - including pets.  All profits benefit The American Cancer Society.  More info, visit www.AikenPetVet.com

May 4th, 2008 (Sun) -- May 10th, 2008 (Sat)
  Polo

New Bridge Founders Cup 16 Goal  at the New Bridge Polo & Country Club.  Contact 561-704-1055 or www.newbridgepolo.com.

May 4th, 2008 (Sun)
3:00 PM
  Quartet
Quadzilla and Local Barbershop Quartets.  Etherredge Center, 471 University Pkwy.  Admission $15.
May 5th, 2008 (Mon)
  Regatta

South Eastern Regional Masters Regatta

The Masters Rowing Association & Aiken County

Langley Pond Park

US #1 & Langley Dam Rd., Burnettown, SC

803-642-7559

May 5th, 2008 (Mon)
7:00 PM
  Concert

Hopelands Gardens presents the Aiken Community Band in their Summer Concert Series. Sponsored by The Friends of Hopelands and Rye Patch.   Bring a blanket and picnic supper and enjoy an evening of music and entertainment performed in the gardens at the Roland H. Windham Performong Arts Stage.  Free. In case of rain call 803-643-4661. Contact 803-642-7631 for more information.

May 6th, 2008 (Tue) -- May 11th, 2008 (Sun)
  "Play Ball"

Aiken County Historical Museum, 433 New berry St SW.  Honoring professional baseball in Aiken.  Tues-Fri 10am-5pm; Sat-Sun 2-5pm. Free.  Contact 803-642-2015 or ctyler@aikencountysc.gov.

May 6th, 2008 (Tue)
4:00 PM
  Story Time

Hopelands Gardens, 135 Dupree St., Aiken.  Bring a blanket and picnic to enjoy this children's storytelling time in this beautiful, historic setting. 4pm.  Free.Contact 803-642-7631 or http://www.aiken.net/hopelands_gardens.html

May 8th, 2008 (Thu) -- May 10th, 2008 (Sat)
  Bluegrass

Bluegrass Festival at Highfields, 118 Gaston Rd, Aiken.  An annual event in Aiken.  LIneup for 2008: Doug and the Henry's, John Reischman, Michael Cleveland, Dixie Bee-liners, Bluegrass Lumber Company, Town Moutnain, Larry Keel and natural Bridge, Savannah Sky, Drew Emmitt Band.  Contact 803-642-8966 www.aikenbluegrassfestival.org.

May 8th, 2008 (Thu)
7:00 PM
  Seminar
"South Carolina Wildflowers" is presented by Birds & Butterflies, 117 Laurens St., NW, Aiken.  This seminar will cover more than 70 species of foliage commonly found in the state.  Free, but registration is required.  Call 803-649-7999 for more information.
May 10th, 2008 (Sat)
  Plant Sale
Master Gardeners Plant Sale & Clemson Days.  897 Richland Ave E, Aiken County Farmers Market.  This annual event offers an opportunity to learn from Clemson's Master Gardeners.  A variety of plants will also be available for sale.  Call: 803-642-7761.
May 10th, 2008 (Sat) -- May 11th, 2008 (Sun)
  Pow Wow
Little Horse Creek American Indian Pow Wow  at Langley Pond, Burnettown.  A festival to celebrate all Native Americans and those who are not. This event is for everyone to join in!  Cultural foods, dancing, fun for everyone.
May 10th, 2008 (Sat)
  Benefit

Equine Charities Cup Benefit  at the 302 Polo Club Exhibition.  Sponsored by Hitchcock Woods.  Contact 803-642-8780 or www.302polo.com.

May 10th, 2008 (Sat)
  Planetarium
National Astronomy Day  at Dupont Planetarium, 471 University Pkwy. Shows at 7, 8, 9, 10 pm.  Hands-on activities from 7-9:30 pm. Contact 803-641-3654.
May 10th, 2008 (Sat)
  Birding

Spring Migration Count  /Silver Bluff Audubon Center & Sanctuary, 4542 Silver Bluff Rd.  Contact staff at the Audubon Center for additional information.  7am - 7pm.  Call 803-471-0291 or www.sc.audubon.org.

May 10th, 2008 (Sat) -- May 11th, 2008 (Sun)
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  Exhibit

A Glimpse of Eastern Aiken County at the Aiken County Historical Museum - Get a taste of eastern Aiken county from their local historical societies and places.  Explore this part of our county (Salley and Wagener).  Admission free.  For more info contact 803-642-2015 or ctyler@aikencountysc.gov.

May 10th, 2008 (Sat)
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Paddle W/Ranger
Aiken State Natural Area, 1145 State Park Rd., Windsor, SC.  See the beautiful South Fork of the Edisto River, enjoying the morning scenery along the banks.  Led by an experienced ranger.  Free, but with registration only.  Contact 803-649-2857 or www.southcarolinaparks.com to register.
May 11th, 2008 (Sun) -- May 17th, 2008 (Sat)
  Polo

New Bridge Founders Cup 16 Goal  at the New Bridge Polo & Country Club.  Contact 561-704-1055 or www.newbridgepolo.com.

May 12th, 2008 (Mon)
  Cel. Waiter
Celebrity Waiter Night , Annual fundraising event for the Children's Place at participating downtown restaurants.  Two seatings. Call 803-641-4144 for participating  restaurants and more details.
May 12th, 2008 (Mon) -- May 13th, 2008 (Tue)
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  Exhibit
A Glimpse of Eastern Aiken County at the Aiken County Historical Museum - Get a taste of eastern Aiken county from their local historical societies and places.  Explore this part of our county (Salley and Wagener).  Admission free.  For more info contact 803-642-2015 or ctyler@aikencountysc.gov.
May 12th, 2008 (Mon)
7:00 PM
  Concert

Hopelands Gardens presents South Boundary in their Summer Concert Series.  Bring a blanket and picnic supper and enjoy an evening of music and entertainment performed in the gardens at the Roland H. Windham Performong Arts Stage.  Free. In case of rain call 803-643-4661. Contact 803-642-7631 for more information.

May 13th, 2008 (Tue) -- May 18th, 2008 (Sun)
  "Play Ball"

Aiken County Historical Museum, 433 New berry St SW.  Honoring professional baseball in Aiken.  Tues-Fri 10am-5pm; Sat-Sun 2-5pm. Free.  Contact 803-642-2015 or ctyler@aikencountysc.gov.

May 13th, 2008 (Tue)
4:00 PM
  Story Time

Hopelands Gardens, 135 Dupree St., Aiken.  Bring a blanket and picnic to enjoy this children's storytelling time in this beautiful, historic setting. 4pm.  Free.Contact 803-642-7631 or http://www.aiken.net/hopelands_gardens.html

May 15th, 2008 (Thu) -- May 18th, 2008 (Sun)
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  Exhibit
A Glimpse of Eastern Aiken County at the Aiken County Historical Museum - Get a taste of eastern Aiken county from their local historical societies and places.  Explore this part of our county (Salley and Wagener).  Admission free.  For more info contact 803-642-2015 or ctyler@aikencountysc.gov.
May 15th, 2008 (Thu)
12:00 PM
  Music

Midday Music & Lunch , Canticum Novum, Directed by Joel Scraper.  First Presbyterian Church, 224 Barnwell Ave., Siken.  12 pm concert free; 12:30 pm lunch ($7) by reservation.  Call 803-648-2662 or http://aikenpresbyterian.org.

May 15th, 2008 (Thu)
7:00 PM
  Music
Music in the Park, NA High School Band, Maude Edenfield Park - on the grounds of North Augusta Community Center at 495 Brookside Drive.  Free.  Contact 803-442-7588 or www.naartscouncil.org.

May 16th, 2008 (Fri) -- May 17th, 2008 (Sat)
  BBQ & Music

2nd annual Hammin & Jammin event at the Hippodrome at 5540 Jefferson Davis Hwy, North Augusta.  The event is a BBQ cookoff, crafts fair and musicfest all rolled into one two exciting days.  Admission thru tickets only. Check their website for ticket info and festival updates: www.hamminandjammin.com.

May 16th, 2008 (Fri) -- May 17th, 2008 (Sat)
  Garden

Aiken Garden Show , Join some of Aiken's most creative and expert gardeners at the Aiken Historical Museum for workshops, lectures and exhibits; then tour nearby historic gardens.  For more information, call 803-641-6777 or email tlculligan@bellsouth.net

May 16th, 2008 (Fri) -- May 17th, 2008 (Sat)
  Planetarium
'To the Moon and Beyond' at the Dupont Planetarium, 471 University Pkwy.  This program celebrates NASA's 50 years in space.  Shows: May 2, 3, 16, 17 at 8 and 9 pm.  Call 803-641-3654 or visit http://rpsec.usca.edu/planetarium for more information.
May 16th, 2008 (Fri)
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  Play

Aiken Community Playhouse presents their "Black Box Coffeehouse".  Short plays, musical entertainment, special guests, refreshments and, of course, your turn at the open mic.  Washington Center for the Performing Arts, 126 Newberry St., Aiken.  Admission is $8.  7pm-9pm.  Contact 803-648-1438 or www.aikencommunityplayhouse.com

May 18th, 2008 (Sun)
  Polo

New Bridge Founders Cup 16 Goal , New Bridge Polo & Country Club.  Contact 561-704-1055 or www.newbridgepolo.com.

May 18th, 2008 (Sun) -- May 24th, 2008 (Sat)
  Polo

New Bridge 16 Goal Spring Cup at New Bridge Polo & Country Club.  Contact 561-704-1055 or www.newbridgepolo.com.

May 18th, 2008 (Sun) -- May 19th, 2008 (Mon)
7:00 PM
  Planetarium

Mission to mars, 471 University Pkwy. Dupont Planetarium and Ruth Patrick Science Center at USCA present Mission to Mars, videos that propel us from Earth, zoom through space to Mars using NASA images and our Digistar projector.  Learn about space travel, compare surface features  & rock types, view the Martian sky!  For more info contact 803-641-3654 or http://rpsec.usca.edu/planetarium/

May 18th, 2008 (Sun) -- May 19th, 2008 (Mon)
8:00 PM
  Planetarium

Mission to Mars , 471 University Pkwy. Dupont Planetarium and Ruth Patrick Science Center at USCA present Mission to Mars, videos that propel us from Earth, zoom through space to Mars using NASA images and our Digistar projector.  Learn about space travel, compare surface features  & rock types, view the Martian sky!  For more info contact 803-641-3654 or http://rpsec.usca.edu/planetarium/

May 19th, 2008 (Mon) -- May 20th, 2008 (Tue)
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  Exhibit
A Glimpse of Eastern Aiken County at the Aiken County Historical Museum - Get a taste of eastern Aiken county from their local historical societies and places.  Explore this part of our county (Salley and Wagener).  Admission free.  For more info contact 803-642-2015 or ctyler@aikencountysc.gov.
May 19th, 2008 (Mon)
7:00 PM
  Concert

Hopelands Gardens presents the Savannah River Winds in their Summer Concert Series.  Bring a blanket and picnic supper and enjoy an evening of music and entertainment performed in the gardens at the Roland H. Windham Performong Arts Stage.  Free. In case of rain call 803-643-4661. Contact 803-642-7631 for more information.

May 20th, 2008 (Tue) -- May 25th, 2008 (Sun)
  "Play Ball"

Aiken County Historical Museum, 433 New berry St SW.  Honoring professional baseball in Aiken.  Tues-Fri 10am-5pm; Sat-Sun 2-5pm. Free.  Contact 803-642-2015 or ctyler@aikencountysc.gov.

May 20th, 2008 (Tue)
4:00 PM
  Story Time

Hopelands Gardens, 135 Dupree St., Aiken.  Bring a blanket and picnic to enjoy this children's storytelling time in this beautiful, historic setting. 4pm.  Free.Contact 803-642-7631 or http://www.aiken.net/hopelands_gardens.html

May 22nd, 2008 (Thu)
  Polo

Spring Second 8 Goal  at Whitney Field - Mead Ave. Aiken Polo Club.  Contact 803-643-3611 or www.aikenpoloclub.org.

May 22nd, 2008 (Thu) -- May 30th, 2008 (Fri)
  Polo

USPA Hitchcock Cup  at 302 Polo Club Benefit.  Contact 803-642-8780 or www.302polo.com.

May 22nd, 2008 (Thu) -- May 25th, 2008 (Sun)
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  Exhibit
A Glimpse of Eastern Aiken County at the Aiken County Historical Museum - Get a taste of eastern Aiken county from their local historical societies and places.  Explore this part of our county (Salley and Wagener).  Admission free.  For more info contact 803-642-2015 or ctyler@aikencountysc.gov.
May 22nd, 2008 (Thu)
7:00 PM
  Music
Music in the Park presents Savannah River Winds, Maude Edenfield Park - on the grounds of North Augusta Community Center at 495 Brookside Drive.  Free.  Contact 803-442-7588 or www.naartscouncil.org.
May 23rd, 2008 (Fri) -- May 24th, 2008 (Sat)
  Play
Aiken Community Playhouse presents "Sweeney Todd".  Show dates are May 23, 24, 30, 31 and June 6, 7 at 8pm; June 1 at 3pm.  Wasington Center for the Performing Arts, 126 Newberry St., Aiken. Contact 803-648-1438 or www.aikencommunityplayhouse.com
May 24th, 2008 (Sat)
1:00 PM
  Parade
12th Annual Memorial Day Parade. Downtown Aiken.
May 25th, 2008 (Sun) -- May 31st, 2008 (Sat)
  Polo

New Bridge 16 Goal Spring Cup at New Bridge Polo & Country Club.  Contact 561-704-1055 or www.newbridgepolo.com.

May 26th, 2008 (Mon) -- May 27th, 2008 (Tue)
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  Exhibit
A Glimpse of Eastern Aiken County at the Aiken County Historical Museum - Get a taste of eastern Aiken county from their local historical societies and places.  Explore this part of our county (Salley and Wagener).  Admission free.  For more info contact 803-642-2015 or ctyler@aikencountysc.gov.
May 26th, 2008 (Mon)
7:00 PM
  Concert

Hopelands Gardens presents the Aiken Civic Ballet in their Summer Concert Series.  Sponsored by Cumberland Village. Bring a blanket and picnic supper and enjoy an evening of music and entertainment performed in the gardens at the Roland H. Windham Performong Arts Stage.  Free. In case of rain call 803-643-4661. Contact 803-642-7631 for more information.

May 27th, 2008 (Tue) -- May 31st, 2008 (Sat)
  Polo
New Bridge 8 Goal Spring League at New Bridge Polo & Country Club.  Contact 561-704-1055 or www.newbridgepolo.com.

May 27th, 2008 (Tue)
4:00 PM
  Story Time

Hopelands Gardens, 135 Dupree St., Aiken.  Bring a blanket and picnic to enjoy this children's storytelling time in this beautiful, historic setting. 4pm.  Free.Contact 803-642-7631 or http://www.aiken.net/hopelands_gardens.html

May 29th, 2008 (Thu) -- Jun 1st, 2008 (Sun)
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  Exhibit
A Glimpse of Western Aiken County at the Aiken County Historical Museum.  After sampling the eastern portion of our county, you can now explore the western side.  Visit Beech Island, North Augusta, Graniteville and more to learn about our western heritage.  No admission. For more info contact 803-642-2015 or ctyler@aikencountysc.gov.
May 29th, 2008 (Thu)
7:00 PM
  Music
Music in the Park presents Solstice (featuring Lillie Morris, Mike Hay & Norton Wade) and Irish Dancers of Augusta, Maude Edenfield Park - on the grounds of North Augusta Community Center at 495 Brookside Drive.  Free.  Contact 803-442-7588 or www.naartscouncil.org.
May 30th, 2008 (Fri) -- May 31st, 2008 (Sat)
  Play
Aiken Community Playhouse presents "Sweeney Todd".  Show dates are May 23, 24, 30, 31 and June 6, 7 at 8pm; June 1 at 3pm.  Wasington Center for the Performing Arts, 126 Newberry St., Aiken. Contact 803-648-1438 or www.aikencommunityplayhouse.com
May 31st, 2008 (Sat) -- Jun 8th, 2008 (Sun)
  Polo
USPA Hitchcock Cup - 302 Polo Club Benefit.  Contact 803-642-8780 or www.302polo.com
May 31st, 2008 (Sat)
10:30 AM - 4:00 PM
  Living History
Last Satuday in the Park at the Living History Park, 299 W Spring Grove Ave., North Augusta.  Join in for a bit of history on the last Saturday of each month.  Perry HIll, the Backwoods Cabin, will be bustling with activities of the 18th century.  To find out what's planned each month, contact Lynn Thompson at lynn@colonialtimes.us or call 803-279-7560.
 



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