Robby Milam

November 6 - November 12, 2009
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Friday, November 6. Friday Night Out. Need a night out parents? Bring your child to Plex for a night of fun! Inflatables, sports, games, crafts (Leaf Art) and dinner is included! 6-10pm, Ages 4-13 Cost is $20 plus 50% off siblings! Visit Plex for more information.

Friday, November 6. Opening Reception. Russian born Nikolai Oskolkov brings his collection "Laughter in the Sky" to Portfolio Art Gallery in Five Points. This new body of paintings is inspired by the sky filled with the laughter of people enjoying life and the many vibrations of the outdoors. "Laughter in the Sky" features the Blue Ridge Mountains and scenes of South Carolina and Jamaica. Come out for the opening reception with musical performance but the artist from 4-9 pm. "Laughter in the Sky" is free and open to the public. For information call (803) 256-2434 or visit Portfolio Art Gallery.

Friday, November 6-Saturday, November 7. Pig on the Ridge. Come enjoy one of the Southeast’s best BBQ cook-offs! Friday includes "Anything but Pork” offerings from cook-off teams and the judging will take place on Saturday. Music, entertainment, arts & craft vendors, and a car show round off the two day event. Call the Town of Ridgeway at 803-337-2213 for registration and additional information.

Friday, November 6 & Saturday, November 7. Live Music! Hemingway's in Irmo is the place to be this weekend for some rockin' live music. Enjoy Radio Cult on Friday night and Radio Dog on Saturday night. Hemingway's is located at 7467 St. Andrews Road in Irmo. Call 803-749-6020 for more information.

Saturday, November 7. Italian Festival. Bocce Tournament, Italian music, Italian automobile & motorcycle show, authentic foods, desserts & much more! Dancing in the park with the Second Nature Band! Finlay Park. 10am-10pm. Visit Sons of Italy for more information.

Saturday, November 7. We Love Our Country Fair. Join in the benefit for The Honor Flight Program, Blue Star Mothers and Meals-on-Wheels. This great-big old-fashioned fun fair is here to celebrate America with live music, food and fun all day! Contact Heidi Black at 957-3602 for more information. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the at the Shoppes at Flight Deck, 109 Old Chapin Road in Lexington.

Saturday, November 7. Big Wheels! How DOES an earth mover push all that sand? How DO garbage trucks work? If you are a parent with a child that loves big trucks, you need to come to EdVenture to "touch a truck!" Now is your chance to let your little ones get up close and personal with a large variety of trucks, emergency vehicles, and other big machines. Learn about the science of how these huge machines move, push, pull, and haul. Visit EdVenture for more information.

Sunday, November 8. Columbia Signature Chef Auction. The Signature Chefs Auction is an annual, black-tie event which pays tribute to the culinary excellence of leading local chefs, restaurant owners and caterers in the Midlands. It is a highly visible event attracting a targeted group of consumers that includes influential business and social leaders in the Columbia area. This evening of entertainment combines a reception, gourmet sampling and silent auction with the excitement of a live auction. Luxury items, vacations and imaginative dining packages prepared by the finest cuisine artists are auctioned to the highest bidders. Our Signature Chef Auctions elegant combination of fabulous food, great wines, good company, priceless auction packages, and a great cause will create an evening to remember! Visit March of Dimes for more information.

Sunday, November 8. Forest Acres Family Fun Day. In celebration of the City of Forest Acres’ generous support of the re-installation of the Museum’s collection, Family Fun Day where families can create masterpieces at the studio station, explore the Museum’s galleries, enjoy lunch from Forest Acres restaurants, and so much more! Free courtesy BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina.12-4 pm. Visit the Columbia Museum of Art for more information.

Tuesday, November 10. Trustus Wine Tasting. Trustus is once again hosting one of their popular wine tastings to benefit the theatre. Our "Wines From Around the World" benefit will be held at City Art (1224 Lincoln St) in the Vista. The event will begin at 7:00pm and go until 9:00pm. You won't want to miss this fabulous array of vino: 2 reds, 2 whites, 2 champagnes, and 2 ports! Also, heavy hors d'ouevres by Janet Brabham will be served. Tickets are $45 in advance and $50 at the door. Call (803) 254-9732 to make your reservations today! We'll see you at "Wines From Around the World"!

Wednesday, November 11. Veterans Day Parade. Honoring our Veterans for over 30 years, this statewide parade will be held on Sumter Street in downtown Columbia. Call 803-545-3100 or visit Columbia SC for more information.

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