MONDAY
The Aiken Artist Guild will hold its members meeting at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 10, at the Aiken Center for the Arts, 122 Laurens St S.E. The guest speaker will be Ed Rice. The meeting is open to the public.
Let’s Go Bingo will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Mondays at the Aiken Senior Life Services, 1310 E. Pine Log Road. There is a $5 cover charge. Game cards are $1 each or $15 to $25. For more information, visit facebook.com/letsgobingoaiken.
TUESDAY
Yamato: The Drummers of Japan will perform at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 11, at the Etherredge Center on the campus of USC Aiken, 471 University Parkway. The performance is part of Arts at the Etherredge Center. Tickets are $50, $45 or $5. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit etherredgecenter.universitytickets.com or call 803-641-3305.
The Awesome Aiken Al-Anon group meets from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at First Christian Church, 900 Kerr Drive.
Nar-Anon Aiken For Comfort Family Group will meet from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays in person in the conference room near the main sanctuary at St. John’s Methodist Church, 104 Newberry St. S.W. For more information, email [email protected].
Celebrate Recovery, a 12-step group for men and women, meets at 7 p.m. Tuesdays at Cedar Creek Church, 3001 Banks Mill Road.
The Depression Anxiety Bipolar Support Group of Aiken and Surrounding States will meet from 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays online via the GoToMeeting App. For more information contact Mindy Harmon at 803-507-2214 or email [email protected].
WEDNESDAY
USC Aiken will hold its 2025 International Film Festival beginning Wednesday, Feb. 12, in room 106 of the Penland building on the campus of USC Aiken, 471 University Parkway. “Hotel,” an Austrian psychological horror film, will be shown Feb. 12; “The Night of the 12th,” a French mystery thriller, will be shown on Feb. 19; and “I Dream in Another Language,” will be shown Feb. 26. Films contain adult themes and are meant for mature audiences, and have English subtitles. Admission is free and showtime begins at 6:30 p.m.
A Medicare National Diabetes Prevention Program will meet at 9:30 a.m. Wednesdays, Feb. 5 and 12 at Aiken Senior Life Services, 1310 E. Pine Log Road. The program is free and designed for Medicare recipients aged 65 and older. For more information or to reserve space, call Lisa Burbage at 843-442-8909 or email [email protected].
A Free Pop-Up Seed event will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 12, at the Aiken County Public Library, 314 Chesterfield St. S.W. The program is being held in partnership with the Aiken Soil and Water Conservation District. Free vegetable, her and flower seeds will be given out. Limited to 5 per patron.
An ACBL Sectional Bridge Game is held at 1 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays at the Lessie B. Price Aiken Senior and Youth Center, 841 Edgefield Ave. A free bridge lesson will be held at 11:30 a.m. For more information, email [email protected].
The Savannah River Site Museum, 224 Laurens St. S.W., is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. The museum features exhibits and resources related to the Savannah River Site and the Cold War. Admission is free. For more information, call 803-648-1437 or visit srsheritagemuseum.org.
THURSDAY
The Spring 2025 Session of the New Horizons Concert and Jazz bands starts Thursday, Feb. 12 in room 125 of the Etherredge Center on the campus of USC Aiken, 471 University Parkway. Jazz band starts at 5:30 p.m. followed by the concert band at 6:30 p.m. This is a great opportunity for musicians of all skill levels to play with other people and develop their skills. Weekly practice sessions are led by staff from the USC Aiken School of Music. The Spring session will conclude with a performance for the public on Thursday, May 1. For more information on the Jazz Band, email [email protected]. For more information on the Concert Band, email Todd Jenkins at [email protected].
The Aiken County Board of Disabilities will meet at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 13, at the Tri-Development Center, 111 Gregg Ave. N.E. For more information, call Shemeco Thomas at 803-642-1055.
Jeremy Culler, associate professor of art at USC Aiken, will give a lecture titled “Video Loops” at 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 13, at 139 Newberry St. S.W. The lecture is free and open to the public, and is part of USC Aiken’s Aiken in The Alley series.
The Edgefield Camellia Club will hold its Camellia Tea from 3-5 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 13, at Magnolia Dale, 320 Noris St., Edgefield. Admission is free. For more information, visit exploreedgefield.com.
4 Cats in the Doghouse play jazz from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursdays at The Willcox, 100 Colleton Ave.
FRIDAY
The Aiken Community Theatre Youth Wing will perform the musical “A Year with Frog and Toad” at the Amentum Center for the Performing Arts, 126 Newberry St. S.W. Showtimes are at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 14, 15, 21 and 22, and 2 p.m. Feb. 16. Tickets are $25 for adults, $20 for seniors and students, and $17 for children. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit aikencommunityplayhouse.org.
Live2Lead-Aiken: A Touch of Faith Women’s event will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 14, in room 122 of the Business and Education Building on the campus of USC Aiken, 471 University Parkway. The event will feature a panel discussion with Capt. Captain Eric Abdullah of the Aiken County Sheriff’s Office; Paul Hanna, the Human Resources Director at Aiken Regional Medical Centers; Phillip Lee, Senior Pastor of Cedar Creek Church; and Teddy Milner, Aiken mayor. John C. Maxwell, Valorie Burton and Chaunte Lowe will also speak. Tickets are $80 per person. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit annbodieleadershipllc.com.
“Wicked,” rated PG, will be shown at 3 p.m. Friday, Feb. 14, at the Aiken County Public Library, 314 Chesterfield St. S.W. For more information, call 803-642-2020 ext. 1121.
SATURDAY
Downtown Dog will hold Mardi Gras Kazoo Dog Parade at 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 15, in downtown Aiken. The cost to join is a $10 donation to FOTAS. Registration opens at 4 p.m.
A Mardi Gras event will be held from 4-9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 15, on Newberry Street in downtown Aiken. For more information, visit downtownaiken.com.
The Aiken Symphony Orchestra will perform a concert titled Romance at the Symphony at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 15, at the USC Aiken Etherredge Center, 471 University Parkway. Tickets range from $45 to $60 depending on seat selection. The concert is part of the 2024-25 Pops series. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit aikensymphonyorchestra.com.
USC Aiken will hold its second Homecoming Spirit Run for the Sandy Rogers and Scott Richardson Memorial Scholarship at 8 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 15. The race will start at the USCA Convocation Center, 2049 Champion Way, Graniteville. Registration is $40 for the general public, $35 for first responders and $25 for children and students. For more information or to register, visit runsignup.com.
A Build It Drop-In will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 15, at the Aiken County Public Library, 314 Chesterfield St. S.W. Kids are invited to drop-in and use magna tiles, building bricks and more. For more information, call 803-642-2020 ext. 1121.
The Back to Basics Alcoholics Anonymous group will meet in-person at 7 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 961 Trail Ridge Road. Masks are encouraged for those who are not vaccinated.
FEB. 16
Quakers (Religious Society of Friends) will hold a hybrid service on Sunday, Feb. 16. Meeting is open to all and visitors are warmly welcomed. The in-person meeting will be in Augusta. Worship in silence begins at 10 a.m., followed by fellowship at 11 a.m. For the Zoom link or location of the in-person meeting, email Brenda at [email protected] or call 803-648-6020.
The Aiken Civic Orchestra will perform a concert featuring the Vega Harp Duo at 7 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 16, at Aiken’s First Baptist Church, 120 Chesterfield St. N.E. Vonda Darr and Carolyn Munford make up the Vega Harp Duo. Admission is free, but a donation of $25 is recommended. The performance is part of the ACO’s Chamber series. For more information, visit aikencivicorchestra.org.
The $20 winter rate at Chalk Mine, 1208 Gregg Highway, is good through the end of February. For more information or to schedule a tee time, call 803-226-0053.
FEB. 17
Aiken Women In Black and Moms Demand Action will hold a Vigil for Peace and Nonviolence on Monday, Feb. 17, from 4-5 p.m., on Whiskey Road across from The Fresh Market. Join us in seeking an end to war, gun violence and peace for all. Everyone is welcome — men, women, children. Bring a nonpartisan sign or use one of ours. If you can’t stand, bring a chair. For more information, contact Lynn at 501-499-4485 or Brenda at 803-648-6020.
Let’s Go Bingo will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Mondays at the Aiken Senior Life Services, 1310 E. Pine Log Road. There is a $5 cover charge. Game cards are $1 each or $15 to $25. For more information, visit facebook.com/letsgobingoaiken.
FEB. 18
A book club will meet at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 18, at the Aiken County Public Library, 314 Chesterfield St. S.W. February’s discussion will cover “The Unforgiving Minute; A Soldier’s Education” by Craig M. Mullaney. Sign up at the information desk on the second floor. 803-642-2020, ext. 3.
The Let’s Talk About Discussion series will meet at the Aiken County Public Library, 314 Chesterfield St. S.W., through March 25. The theme is Southern Novels on the Page and Screen. The February book is “The Grass Harp,” by Truman Capote. The movie will be shown at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 18, and 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 22. The discussion of the book and movie will be at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 25. The discussion will be led by Dr. Andrew Geyer. The program is made possible through a grant from the S.C. Humanities. For more information, call 803-642-2020 ext. 3.
The Awesome Aiken Al-Anon group meets from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at First Christian Church, 900 Kerr Drive.
Nar-Anon Aiken For Comfort Family Group will meet from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays in person in the conference room near the main sanctuary at St. John’s Methodist Church, 104 Newberry St. S.W. For more information, email [email protected].
Celebrate Recovery, a 12-step group for men and women, meets at 7 p.m. Tuesdays at Cedar Creek Church, 3001 Banks Mill Road.
The Depression Anxiety Bipolar Support Group of Aiken and Surrounding States will meet from 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays online via the GoToMeeting App. For more information contact Mindy Harmon at 803-507-2214 or email [email protected].
FEB. 19
USC Aiken will hold its 2025 International Film Festival beginning Wednesday, Feb. 12, in room 106 of the Penland building on the campus of USC Aiken, 471 University Parkway. “The Night of the 12th,” a French mystery thriller, will be shown on Feb. 19; and “I Dream in Another Language,” will be shown Feb. 26. Films contain adult themes and are meant for mature audiences, and have English subtitles. Admission is free and showtime begins at 6:30 p.m.
City of Aiken Parks, Recreation and Tourism will hold a Canvas Painting Workshop from 2-4 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 19, at the Smith-Hazel Recreation Center, 400 Kershaw St. The workshop will be taught by Keith Tolan. Participants should bring a canvas, paint brushes and their imagination. The workshop is free for ages 20 and older. For more information or to sign up, text PLAY to 803-989-7779.
The Aiken Woman’s Heart Board will perform “I Heart Nola” Feb. 19-23 at the Etherredge Center on the campus of USC Aiken, 471 University Parkway. Evening shows start at 7 p.m., matinee shows will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday. The cost is $30, and all proceeds benefit the American Heart Association. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit awhb.org.
An ACBL Sectional Bridge Game is held at 1 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays at the Lessie B. Price Aiken Senior and Youth Center, 841 Edgefield Ave. A free bridge lesson will be held at 11:30 a.m. For more information, email [email protected].
The Savannah River Site Museum, 224 Laurens St. S.W., is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. The museum features exhibits and resources related to the Savannah River Site and the Cold War. Admission is free. For more information, call 803-648-1437 or visit srsheritagemuseum.org.
FEB. 20
Cultural Anthropologist Zara Browne will give a lecture titled The Murphy Village Irish Travelers: A Cultural Gem of the CSRA at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 20, on the second floor of the Reese Library on the Summerville Campus of Augusta University, 2500 Walton Way, Augusta. The lecture is free and open to everyone. For more information, email [email protected].
An Artist and Author Dinner Series will be held from 6-9 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 20, at the Park Avenue Oyster Bar & Grill, 224 Park Ave. S.W. Artist West Fraser will be featured. The cost is $75 per person and includes a three-course meal. For more information or to make a reservation, call 803-962-7848.
The Child Advocacy Center of Aiken County will host a presentation and book signing by Kenneth Rogers Jr. at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 20, at The Emanuel-McClain Women and Children’s Health Center at Rural Health Services, 1000 Clyburn Place. Tickets are $40 in advance or $50 at the door. Virtual tickets are $30. The event will feature hors d’oeuvres by Board in Aiken, a presentation by Kenneth Rodgers Jr. followed by a book signing. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit cacofaiken.org.
The Art of Words Poets’ Open Mic event will be held from 5:45 to 7:45 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 20, at the Aiken County Public Library, 314 Chesterfield St. S.W. Adults, teens, and young adults will have the opportunity to practice performance skills in front of a small audience, receive feedback and get inspiration. The evening will be co-hosted by Tamell “Big” Bailey and Cathy Benedetto. The featured artist will be Good Vibez and the theme is Have a Heart. Those wishing to participate should sign up when they arrive at 5:45 p.m. on the day of the event.
Coloring for Grownups will be held from 2-4 p.m. Thursdays, Feb. 6 and 20 at the Aiken County Public Library, 314 Chesterfield St. S.W. Attendees should bring their own pens or pencils for coloring. For more information or to sign up, call the reference desk at 803-642-2020 ext. 3.
4 Cats in the Doghouse play jazz from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursdays at The Willcox, 100 Colleton Ave.
FEB. 21
Play & Learn will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 21. Children ages 0-5 are invited to drop in and learn through play while caregivers learn how to promote early literacy.
FEB. 22
City of Aiken Parks, Recreation and Tourism will hold its 15th annual Black History Concert from 5-9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 22, at the Lessie B. Price Aiken Senior and Youth Center, 841 Edgefield Ave. N.W. Chris Ndeti & HCH Pro will perform. Tickets are $29 in advance or $35 at the door. Space is limited and advanced tickets are recommended. For more information, call 803-642-7600 option 3.
An Oyster Roast Fundraiser to benefit Friends of the Edisto and Edisto Riverkeeper will be held from 4-8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 22, at 1758 Hatchaway Bridge Road. Tickets are $45 per person. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit edistofriends.org.
The NPHC of Aiken will hold its annual Men’s Health Fair from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Feb. 22, at Old Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church, 200 Macedonia Road, North Augusta. The event will offer free health screenings including blood pressure checks, weight, body mass index, A1C, cholesterol and a lipid profile. Cardiologist Dr. Mac Bowman will be the guest speaker.
The Let’s Talk About Discussion series will meet at the Aiken County Public Library, 314 Chesterfield St. S.W., through March 25. The theme is Southern Novels on the Page and Screen. The February book is “The Grass Harp,” by Truman Capote. The movie will be shown at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 18, and 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 22. The discussion of the book and movie will be at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 25. The discussion will be led by Dr. Andrew Geyer. The program is made possible through a grant from the S.C. Humanities. For more information, call 803-642-2020 ext. 3.
The Back to Basics Alcoholics Anonymous group will meet in-person at 7 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 961 Trail Ridge Road. Masks are encouraged for those who are not vaccinated.
FEB. 23
The $20 winter rate at Chalk Mine, 1208 Gregg Highway, is good through the end of February. For more information or to schedule a tee time, call 803-226-0053.
FEB. 24
The 17th annual celebration of the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. will be held at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 24, at the Sacred Heart Cultural Center, 1301 Greene St., Augusta. Historian Jon Meacham will be the keynote speaker.
Let’s Go Bingo will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Mondays at the Aiken Senior Life Services, 1310 E. Pine Log Road. There is a $5 cover charge. Game cards are $1 each or $15 to $25. For more information, visit facebook.com/letsgobingoaiken.
FEB. 25
An interest meeting for The Pivot Schools, a tuition-free public charter school, will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 25, at Cumberland AME Church, 111 Kershaw St. S.E. Attendees will enjoy a light meal and learn more about the mission, vision and programs at The Pivot Schools. For more information, visit thepivotschools.org.
The Let’s Talk About Discussion series will meet at the Aiken County Public Library, 314 Chesterfield St. S.W., through March 25. The theme is Southern Novels on the Page and Screen. The February book is “The Grass Harp,” by Truman Capote. The movie will be shown at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 18, and 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 22. The discussion of the book and movie will be at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 25. The discussion will be led by Dr. Andrew Geyer. The program is made possible through a grant from the S.C. Humanities. For more information, call 803-642-2020 ext. 3.
The Mountain Dulcimers of Aiken will meet at 5 p.m. Tuesday, FEB. 7, at Living Hope Fellowship Church, 2550 Old Dominion Road. Players of all levels and anyone interested in learning to play are welcome. All acoustic instruments are welcome. For more information, call Gary Warnock at 740-352-7819.
The Awesome Aiken Al-Anon group meets from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at First Christian Church, 900 Kerr Drive.
Nar-Anon Aiken For Comfort Family Group will meet from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays in person in the conference room near the main sanctuary at St. John’s Methodist Church, 104 Newberry St. S.W. For more information, email [email protected].
Celebrate Recovery, a 12-step group for men and women, meets at 7 p.m. Tuesdays at Cedar Creek Church, 3001 Banks Mill Road.
The Depression Anxiety Bipolar Support Group of Aiken and Surrounding States will meet from 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays online via the GoToMeeting App. For more information contact Mindy Harmon at 803-507-2214 or email [email protected].
FEB. 26
USC Aiken will hold its 2025 International Film Festival beginning Wednesday, Feb. 12, in room 106 of the Penland building on the campus of USC Aiken, 471 University Parkway. “I Dream in Another Language,” will be shown Feb. 26. Films contain adult themes and are meant for mature audiences, and have English subtitles. Admission is free and showtime begins at 6:30 p.m.
The Aiken Republican Club will meet at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 26, at Newberry Hall, 117 Newberry St. The program starts at noon. The featured speaker will be Aiken Mayor Pro Tempore Ed Girardeau. He will give updates on several projects including storm debris pick-up, plans for Hotel Aiken and infrastructure development for Whiskey Road/Powderhouse Road connector. The cost is $20 for members and $25 for non-members payable by check or cash at the door. Reservations are required. For more information or to RSVP, call K.T. Ruthven at 803-617-9356.
An ACBL Sectional Bridge Game is held at 1 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays at the Lessie B. Price Aiken Senior and Youth Center, 841 Edgefield Ave. A free bridge lesson will be held at 11:30 a.m. For more information, email [email protected].
The Savannah River Site Museum, 224 Laurens St. S.W., is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. The museum features exhibits and resources related to the Savannah River Site and the Cold War. Admission is free. For more information, call 803-648-1437 or visit srsheritagemuseum.org.
FEB. 27
The Butterfly Monarchy Club will meet at 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 27, in the Faith Center at St. John’s Methodist Church, 104 Newberry St. N.W. Parking is available on Barnwell and Chesterfield streets. The meeting topic will be the Cecropia Moth, the largest native moth in North America.
A Kids’ Book Club will meet at 4 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 27, at the Aiken County Public Library, 314 Chesterfield St. S.W. There will be a reading of “Veterans: Heroes in Our Neighborhood” by Valerie Pfundstein followed by a discussion with snacks and an activity. This book club is for ages 5-10. Younger siblings are welcome; some toys will be available for them during the program. For more information or to register, call 803-642-2020 ext. 2.
4 Cats in the Doghouse play jazz from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursdays at The Willcox, 100 Colleton Ave.