"This Week's Top 10 Things to Do!" for the Columbia SC Area - January 29th - Feb 4th, 2010 - Brought to you by Gardner Guide

"This Week's Top 10 Things to Do!"

If you are looking for something to do.... look no more! The wonderful folks who bring you the "Guide to Greater Columbia" compile a weekly list of things to do...

January 29 - February 4, 2010
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Opening Thursday, January 28. Pounding Nails in the Floor With My Forehead. Trustus Theatre is reviving one of its most popular and moving Late Night shows, as Steve Harley returns to star in Eric Bogosian’s Pounding Nails in the Floor with My Forehead. This intensely stirring one-man show opens its doors to Columbia at the intimate Trustus Black Box space. Visit Trustus Theatre for show times and additional information.

Friday, January 29. Rockin' With a Cause Concert. Come out for this great concert featuring Zach Fowler & The Essentials, The Fallen Kings, The Casual Kings and Kelly Cheats. A portion of the revenues will go to the Red Cross to directly benefit Haiti victims and the cover is only $4. Visit Club 1800 for more information.

Friday, January 29-Sunday, January 31. Columbia Home Building and Remodeling Expo. This comprehensive and expansive home show brings together homeowners and many of the most knowledgeable and experienced remodeling and building experts. Professionals will be on hand to share their valuable knowledge to bring your ideas to life or inspire you with new ones. See the latest innovations and design trends. Experts will be showcasing everything for the home including, but not limited to the latest in cabinetry and countertops, flooring, sunrooms and additions, basement finishing, waterproofing, smart home automation, energy efficient windows and exterior products. Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. Friday | 2-8 pm, Saturday | 10 am-8 pm, and Sunday | 11 am-6 pm. Cost is $4 for adults and children under 18 are free. Visit Home Show Center for more information.

Friday, January 29-Sunday, January 31. Mike Epps! Mike Epps has generated an extraordinary amount of buzz among his peers and within the entertainment industry for being one of the funniest comic actors to emerge on the Hollywood scene of late and he's in Columbia for 3 nights! Visit the Comedy House Theatre for more information.

Saturday, January 30. Magic Show at Cromer's. Cromer’s will kick off it's 75th Anniversary with a fun-filled day of magic benefiting Ronald McDonald House Charities. Cromer’s will open its warehouse, which is rarely open to the public, on Saturday for two magic shows at 10:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Magician John Tudor will dazzle crowds of all ages with unbelievable new tricks and old magic tricks inspired by those James Cromer, the second generation owner of Cromer’s, invented many years ago. Tickets are $5, with free popcorn. For more information contact Katie Alice Walker at 227-0914 or kwalker@rileycommunications.com.

Saturday, January 30. Auntie Karen Celebrates African American History. Auntie Karen Celebrates African American History with The Columbia Museum of Art, CSAM (Center for Southern African-American Music) & USC's Art Institute. This event is free however; museum admission applies to tour the museum galleries. The program features local performers specializing in jazz and gospel, poetry and visual arts. “The Shops at Auntie Karen’s Place” feature local vendors throughout the program. Performances begin at 11:00 a.m. Visit the Columbia Museum of Art for more information.

Saturday, January 30 & Sunday, January 31. USC Basketball. After this last game where the men's team defeated Kentucky by 6 points, who would want to miss a single game? The men take on Georgia at 7 pm on Saturday and the women take on Tennessee at 2 pm on Sunday. Visit Gamecocks Online for more information.

Monday, February 1. Village Idiot Fundraiser. The staff and owners of The Village Idiot Pizza & Pub are hosting a fundraiser for the American Red Cross 2010 Haiti Relief Effort from 4 pm until closing. 100% of food and drink sales will be donated to the Red Cross, as well as the voluntary $5 donations at the door. They will also be accepting tax deductible cash donations. Not only will the Village Idiot be serving its delicious and famous pizza, but there will be live music featuring members of Columbia’s local favorite band, Shallow Palace, along with other guest musicians. Patrons will receive a raffle ticket for every $5 donation that will enter them to win great prizes, including an iPod. Visit Village Idiot for more information.

Thursday, February 4-Sunday, February 7. Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus! Through the mystery of magic and the mastery of skill, audiences will be spellbound as Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey presents ZING ZANG ZOOM , a thrill-filled, mind-blowing circus spectacular where family fun is no illusion. Magical Zingmaster Alex and his assistant, Levitytia, lead audience members through an extraordinary world of fantasy that celebrates the uplifting spirit of the circus and also wards off the cynical Mr. Gravity and his team of Heavies who try to bring everyone down. Visit the Colonial Life Arena for additional information and to purchase tickets.

Thursday, February 4. Daddy Daughter Date Night. Young ladies and their dads or grandfathers can enjoy this special date night together. The evening includes a candlelight dinner followed by lots of dancing, a memory photo and a goody bag. Space is limited and tickets must be purchased in advance. Ages 4-adult. $45 for couples, $20 for individuals. Crooked Creek Park from 6-9 pm.

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Greater Chapin Chamber of Commerce - Newsletter

News from The Greater Chapin Chamber of Commerce
….January 19, 2010

In This Issue:

*  Message from Laura
*  February Members After-Hours
*  Chapin United Methodist Mission Studies
*  About Quality Life Solutions
*  Reminders:
      Ground Hog Ball
      Chamber Outdoor Sign Rental

MESSAGE FROM LAURA

Thank you to all who attended our Members Breakfast this morning! We had excellent turn-out, and a great speaker.  We especially thank sponsor Palmetto Graphix, host Mt. Horeb Lutheran Church, and caterer Doza Rizen.  Our area’s entire Legislative Delegation was in attendance – Senator Ronnie Cromer, Representative Walt McLeod, Representative Chip Huggins, and Representative Nathan Ballentine.  We also were lucky enough to have both Butch Wallace and Bill Walker from Congressman Wilson’s office.  We appreciate how much all of these gentlemen are concerned with hearing the voice of the business community.

FEBRUARY MEMBERS AFTER-HOURS
Join us for our first After-Hours in 2010! Our host is Timberlake Country Club at 284 Club Drive in Chapin.  Please mark your calendars for Tuesday, February 16^th, 5:30-7:30 pm, for a great evening of networking, food & libations, and door prizes.

LOVE IN ACTION..  Explore Missions with CUMC Women and two great mission studies on Saturday, January 23 from 9 am to 2 pm.  Guest speakers include Rev. Ken Nelson and Bill Andress and they will be presenting two mission studies (1) The Beauty and Courage of Sudan, and (2) Food and Faith.  Registration is $10, which includes lunch and materials.  This seminar is limited to the first 90 women registered.  All women of the Church are invited. Call Jenny Rawlings at 345-3044 for more information or register.

QUALITY LIFE SOLUTIONS is in the sales and service of water treatment and purification equipment. We serve South Carolina with over 26 years experience in the water treatment industry. From Reverse Osmosis drinking water systems to a variety of Whole House treatment systems, Commercial equipment and S.C. DHEC Approved commercial water vending machines. QLS are members of the Water Quality Association, BBB, HBA, and Chapin Chamber of commerce. We at QLS are honored to provide such valuable and important products to our customers.

     Our Product lines include: Lake Systems, Whole house water treatment systems, Reverse Osmosis, Food and Beverage water filtration, UV disinfect ion Systems, Commercial equipment and Commercial water Vending units.

“ONE THING WE KNOW IS H2O”  Quality Life Solutions, LLC, 1857 B Chapin Rd., Chapin, SC 29036,    Ph: 803.932.4426
www.quality-life-solutions.com
randy@quality-life-solutions.com

REMINDERS

     Saturday, February 6 -  Ground Hog Ball at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church Family Life Center in Chapin.  Gather at 6:30 p.m. in the Family Life Center for dinner, dessert, drinks and a Silent Auction.  Music for dancing will be provided by “Not Necessarily The Band”.  Tickets are $50 per person or $90 per couple and are available at Generations of Chapin, Wilson Financial Services on Columbia Avenue and the Chapin Town Hall.  Table sponsorships will again be available for $1,000; $500 and $250.  The Silent Auction will feature merchandise and services donated by Chapin area businesses, organizations and individuals.

CHAMBER SIGN RENTAL ON COLUMBIA AVENUE
We’re now taking reservations for the Chamber sign rental for 2010.  Sign rental is $150 for each two-week period; you provide the sign.  (Signs are to be 29 1/2" tall, 54" wide, and can be purchased from Chamber Members Palmetto Graphix 345-5137 or SIGNBoss 750-3676.)  Please call us at 345-1100 to check on availability.

Chapin SC Area Information - News from the Greater Chapin Chamber of Commerce

News from The Greater Chapin Chamber of Commerce….January 12, 2010  

The Greater Chapin Chamber's January Members Breakfast Meeting Tuesday, January 19^th, 7:30 a.m. Mt. Horeb Lutheran Church 101 E. Boundary Street, Chapin Catered by:  Doza Rizen Guest Speaker will be Darrell Scott, S.C. Chamber of Commerce Vice President of Government Affairs.  Mr. Scott will break down the State Chamber’s 2010 Legislative Agenda, and then take questions.  He’s extremely knowledgeable about current and pending state legislation, and will speak about issues including tax reform, economic development, education, and restructuring state government.  Breakfast is $5 per person (pay at the door).  Please RSVP to 345-1100 or laura@chapinchamber.com.

 

In This Issue:

· Staff Changes at the Chamber · Message from Laura · Jon & Company Grand Opening ·         Residential Rentals Request · Lake Murray Floor Covering ·SCORE Workshop · Chamber Sign Rental ·H & R Block Open House  

CHANGES AT THE CHAMBER Norma Hamer has stepped down as CEO of the Greater Chapin Chamber of Commerce.  She will continue to work for the Chamber part-time, serving as President Emeritus.  Her years of service to the Chamber have been greatly appreciated.  After getting the news of Norma’s partial retirement, the Board of Directors voted in December to change Laura Howell’s title to President/CEO effective January 1, 2010.  

 

MESSAGE FROM LAURA I’m so glad that Norma decided not to fully retire, but to continue helping us in our endeavors to promote Chapin, the Chamber, and our Members.  We’re really excited about 2010.  We plan to improve communications, add a few exciting events, and continue with our efforts to improve the Columbia Avenue situation.  I appreciate the Board’s confidence in allowing me to serve in this position, and will work harder than ever to serve the Members of our Chamber and the Chapin community. The Chamber’s Board of Directors will have its Annual Planning Meeting this Saturday.  The Board Members are all volunteers who give their time and talent (and an occasional Saturday) to the Chamber.  Serving on the 2010 Board are:

Chairman:  Roger Riemann, Palmetto Gems Vice Chairman:  Erin Whitaker, Whitaker Funeral Home

Treasurer:  Erin Long, Erin Long Accounting & Consulting

Secretary:  Beth Mack, Carolina First

Chad Boozer, Russell-Massey & Company

Brian McDermott, Solutions Logistics, Inc.

Chuck Walker, Ellett Brothers

Elizabeth Haney, General Information Services

Buddy Grimes, ERA Wilder Realty

Charlie Marra, Ashmore Concrete Contractors

Susan Horton, Lexington Medical Center

Harry Cromer, Edward Jones

Non-Voting:

Doug Clary, Past Chairman, Hybrid Engineering, Inc. Mayor Stan Shealy, Ex-Officio

The Board will be seeking Chamber Members willing to serve on several different committees this year.  Please consider volunteering to help make 2010 a great year for the Chamber!

JON & COMPANY Invites you to celebrate its Ribbon Cutting & Grand Opening on Tuesday, January 19^th, at 5:30 p.m.  Please join us for great food, door prizes, and fun! Jon & Company is located at 203 Amicks Ferry Road, between Family Practice of Chiropractic and Dream Vacations. RESIDENTIAL RENTAL REQUEST The Chamber is beginning to get very frequent requests for residential rental properties, both short and long term for employees and contractors at V.C. Summer.  Please let us know if you own or manage residential rentals, so we can help connect you.

 

LAKE MURRAY FLOOR COVERING Happy New Year!  Come to Lake Murray Floor Covering this month and let them help you celebrate something new!  With any purchase of $2000.00 or more, receive 10% off of your total purchase!  Whether you’re in need of new window blinds, area rugs, carpet, tile, vinyl, hardwood, laminate or even countertops…Lake Murray Floor Covering is ready to help you in 2010!  While you’re there, don’t forget to check out their unbeatable warehouse specials.  Special financing available to qualified buyers.  Offer valid until January 31^st.

Lake Murray Floor Covering would also like to thank everyone that contributed to their 3^rd annual toy drive.  They were able to make Christmas special for so many kids in the Chapin and surrounding areas.  Thank you all for your generosity!  10076 Broad River Road in Irmo, www.lakemurrayfloorcovering.com or at 781-1707.  Come home to Lake Murray Floor Covering and Let Your Feet Feel the Difference! How to Successfully Buy or Sell a Business: a SCORE workshop providing practical guidance to those seeking to buy a business for a fair price and to those owners seeking to sell their business for "top dollar."  Presented by three SCORE small business advisors and a small business lawyer, all with experience in both sides of this type of transaction.  9:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Jan. 19; Greater Columbia Chamber, 930 Richland St.; www.scoremidlands.org or (803) 765-5131. (Or contact John LaFond in Chapin at 345-1307.) CHAMBER SIGN RENTAL ON COLUMBIA AVENUE We’re now taking reservations for the Chamber sign rental for 2010.  Sign rental is $150 for each two-week period; you provide the sign.  (Signs are to be 29 1/2" tall, 54" wide, and can be purchased from Chamber Members Palmetto Graphix 345-5137 or SIGNBoss 750-3676.)  Please call us at 345-1100 to check on availability.    H & R BLOCK OPEN HOUSE In an effort to better serve its clients and community, H&R Block will be holding an Open House on January 16 at Murray Landing Shopping Center on N.Lake Drive. The public is invited to attend and share in the celebration of "Give a Charity a Second Look" showcasing the American Diabetes Association from 11:00am – 2:00pm. Richland County Sheriff's Department will be there with Kid Print and D.A.R.E. Be sure to bring your personal paper materials to be shredded as Shred360 will be on site to assist you in destroying up to 5 bags of old confidential materials. “This is a great opportunity for those in our community to safely and securely dispose of old papers while meeting those that serve and protect our community,” said Cindy Cripps, Office Manager of H&R Block Murray Landing,  “We look forward to meeting our neighbors as they have their tax questions answered by qualified tax professionals.” Those attending the Open House will have an opportunity to talk with a representative from the American Diabetes Association about diabetes in South Carolina and H&R Block professionals about tax law changes, tax planning and other financial issues.  Recognized as the nation’s tax services leader, H&R Block also offers a wide range of investment-related services.  For more information about the H&R Block office Open House, please call 803-749-3590 to talk with a company representative.