Datebook Deadline

The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser is your community newspaper. One of the ways we involve ourselves is by running the events and happenings of the community in our weekly calendar. Send us your event listing no later than noon the Monday prior to publication (Thursday) and we will list your event in the newspaper. There is no charge for most event listings. To list your event, email us at cherawnews@heartlandpublications.com or call 843- 537-5261.

TASTE OF SOCIETY HILL

WHEN: Thursday, September 20 from 6 to 8 p.m.

WHERE: Lawn of St. David’s Academy (Main Street-Society Hill)

WHAT: Annual Taste of Society Hill. Tickets are $20/person and available at Society Hill Town Hall, Funderburk Insurance Agency, Carolina Bank & Trust in Society Hill. Gates will open promptly at 6 p.m. and guest must be at least 18 years of age.

CONTACT: Society Hill Town Hall 843-378-4681

FUNDRAISER FOR CHESTERFIELD COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING

WHEN: September 21 from 12 p.m. until 6 p.m. & September 22 at 10 a.m.

WHERE: Pick Up in Pageland at Boy Scott Hut on Sycamore Street and Free Worship on Hwy 9 in Cheraw

WHAT: Pork BBQ Fundraiser for Chesterfield County Council on Aging. Call for tickets or to reserve a whole Boston butt. There is a $7 donation. Cooked by Rhett Allen.

CONTACT: 843-623-2280 Donna or Jenny

BACK TO SCHOOL CELEBRATION

WHEN: Saturday, September 22

WHERE: Wallace Family Life Center, 574 Old Wire Rd, Bennettsville

WHAT: The Wallace Family Life Center will sponsor a Let’s Celebrate Back to School Program. The keynote speaker will be Mrs. Janice Henson, Principal of Wallace Elementary/Middle School among other guest, to encourage our children to do their best this school year.

CONTACT: For more information please contact Mrs. Corina Esaw, Executive Director or Mr. Bobby Stanton, Program Coordinator at 843-479-7991.

CAMERA WALKING TOUR

WHEN: Sept. 22 at 11 a.m.

WHERE: Begin at Centennial Park

WHAT: Bring your camera and let’s go on a scavenger hunt and take pictures of our beautiful town. To purchase tickets, please call the Heritage Center. Adults-$8/Children $5 (5-18)

CONTACT: For additional information please contact the, Southern African American Heritage Center, 843-921-9989, www.southernaaheritagecenter.org.

YOUTH CHOIR 16th ANNIVERSARY

WHEN: Sunday, September 23rd at 3:00 p.m.

WHERE: Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church in Chesterfield

WHAT: We the Mt. Olive Missionary Youth Choir would like to invite you and yours to come help us celebrate our 16th choir anniversary. It will be a spirit-filled, musical celebration you don’t want to miss.

CONTACT: Rev. Leroy DuBose, Pastor, 843-623-6899 or 843-383-6587

THEATER ON THE GREEN PRESENTS CHICKEN LITTLE

WHEN: Wednesday, September 26

WHERE: Theater on the Green, 200 Market Street

WHAT: Cheraw Arts Commission presents Porkchop Productions in Chicken Little. Join Chicken Little, Henny Penny on their adventure to tell the king that the sky is falling! $3 - students, and accompanying adults no charge. 10:30am. Audiences ages 4+

CONTACT: Cheraw Arts Commission for info. at 843.537.8420 ext 12

CHERAW - 2012 BUSINESS/INDUSTRY EXPO-JOB FAIR

WHEN: Thursday, Sept. 27 from 12 to 5 p.m.

WHERE: Cheraw Community Center, corner of Powe and Second Street

WHAT: Celebrating the 14th anniversary of the Cheraw Business/Industry Expo- Job Fair sponsored by the Greater Cheraw Chamber of Commerce and the Town of Cheraw. Find out what is produced in the Cheraw area. Free admission, Register for free door prizes, while supporting your local business and industries. Also, there will be a Business After Hours (entrance age over 21) from 5:30 to 7 p.m. - Sponsored by Agape Hospice.

CONTACT: Phil Powell (President), Kellie Joyner & Damian Ashe (Committee Co-Chair), or Phil Homan (Chairman)

THEATER ON THE GREEN CONCERT

WHEN: Friday, Sept. 28- 7pm

WHERE: Theater on the Green, 200 Market Street

WHAT: Cheraw Arts Commission presents Endless Summer… Forever Young Concert featuring Charleston based The Explorer’s Club Band original music influenced by the vocal harmony style of the Beach Boys! Tickets $10, single or two for $18 - available at Cheraw Community Center

CONTACT: 843.537.8420 x12

FAMILY AND FRIENDS WEEKEND CELEBRATION

WHEN: September 29 & 30

WHERE: George W. Long Memorial Presbyterian Church

WHAT: Sept. 29, at noon, will be our Hat and High Tea Luncheon. Wear your hat, your beret, your fascinator-causal or formal. Rev. Redonia Thomas will be the guest speaker. Sept. 30, at 11 a.m. will celebrate Family and Friends day. Rev. Samuel L. Sparks, III will be the guest speaker.

CONTACT: Margaret Reid at 843-537-7809

THE WALKING IN AUTHORITY FASHION SHOW

WHEN: Saturday, Sept. 29, at 4:30 p.m.

WHERE: Theater on the Green in Cheraw

WHAT: Your are cordially invited to: The Walking in Authority Fashion Show For the Meek and Elite. “Church Fashion with Christ Passion!” There will be a men and women’s categories. Anyone of age 25 and up is eligible to participate in this fashion show. If you wish to be a contestant there will be a meeting Aug. 19 at 3:30 p.m. at Robinson AME Zion Church in Cheraw. Additional meeting to be announced. There is a $5 donation at the door.

CONTACT: Miss Jina Smith at 843-287-2116 or 843-320-9046 OR her mother, Ms. Penny Dixon at 843-287-5027

WESTSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH SINGING

WHEN: Sunday, Sept. 30, at 6 p.m.

WHERE: Westside Baptist Church located on the corner of Claremont and W. Market St.

WHAT: We will be hosting a singing featuring the Believer’s Quartet from Sumter, SC, “Following God’s Call to where ever IT leads.” Please come worship and fellowship with us.

CONTACT: Westside Baptist

CHERAW ARTS COMMISSION BURR GALLERY WORKS

WHEN: October 2-30, Exhibit hours: Mon-Fri, 8:30am-5pm

WHERE: Burr Gallery, 200 Powe St, Cheraw

WHAT: Cheraw Arts Commission Burr Gallery Works in Brass by J. Gleason featuring sculptures created from musical instruments by Pee Dee area artist Jim Gleason. Come see his Dizzy inspired pieces!

CONTACT: 843.537.8420 ext 12

2012 POLITICAL FORUM

WHEN: Oct. 4, at 6 p.m.

WHERE: Cheraw

WHAT: The Cheraw area African American Ministerial Alliance will sponsor a 2012 Political Forum. All the politicians in the Cheraw and Chesterfield area have been invited to come and speak concerning their platform. This will be a time for you to meet and greet your local politicians. A brief question and answer session will be held at the conclusion of the forum. Light refreshments will be served.

CONTACT: African American Ministerial Alliance

HOMECOMING SERVICES

WHEN: Sunday, Oct. 7

WHERE: Spring Branch Baptist Church, 5106 Middendorf Road

WHAT: Rev. Dan Gardner, Chalk Artist will be bringing the message. Lunch will be served after service. Please invite friends & former members.

CONTACT: 843-335-6651

JEFFERSON SECOND ANNUAL BLUE JAY FESTIVAL

WHEN: Oct. 12 and 13

WHERE: Downtown Jefferson

WHAT: The 2nd annual Blue Jay Festival will begin on Saturday, Oct. 6, with a softball tournament and the Miss Blue Jay Pageant. Festivities will continue Friday, Oct. 12, through Saturday, Oct. 13, with Jefferson’s Got Talent, 5K Run/Walk, the Blue Jay Parade and ending with a dance on Saturday night. Events for the entire family to enjoy such as karaoke, a corn hole tournament, a shag contest, a car and bike show along with many other children’s activities.

CONTACT: 843-658-7600 or www.townofjeffersonsc.com

GOSPEL TABERNACLE FALL RAINBOW TEA

WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 13, at 6 p.m.

WHERE: Gospel Tabernacle Church- 549 Deaton St., Ruby

WHAT: Come out and enjoy an evening at the Gospel Tabernacle. Admission for adults is $5 and children 5-12 tickets are $3.

CONTACT: Bertha Burroughs 843-337-9934 or the church at 843-634-5585

FAMILY AND FRIENDS DAY

WHEN: Sunday, October 14 at 10:30 a.m.

WHERE: Wesley United Methodist Church – 307 Greene St in Cheraw

WHAT: Dinner and fellowship will immediately follow the worship service in the dining hall. The public is invited to attend.

CONTACT: Rev. Redonia Thomas or Ms. Jones at 843-537-7523

ANNUAL WOMEN’S DAY PROGRAM

WHEN: Oct. 14

WHERE: Mt. Calvary UFBH Church of God, Inc.- 103 Fletcher St, Bennettsville

WHAT: Pastor Jean Sellers of New Faith Christian Center will be the speaker.

CONTACT: Evangelist Laura Green 843-537-6734

JAZZ LUNCHEON

WHEN: Friday, Oct. 19, at 12 p.m.

WHERE: Wesley United Methodist Church Educational Building on 307 Greene St.

WHAT: Our guest speaker is Dr. Karen Chandler, associate professor of the College of Charleston and co-founder/principal of the Charleston Jazz Initiative. She will also have for sell LEGENDS, a CD recording of jazz artists who are native to Charleston and those with musical and familial ties to South Carolina. Tickets $25.

CONTACT: For additional information please contact the, Southern African American Heritage Center, 843-921-9989, www.southernaaheritagecenter.org.

DIZZY GILLESPIE SCHOLARSHIP GOLF TOURNAMENT

WHEN: Oct. 19

WHERE: Cheraw State Park Golf Course

WHAT: Each year the Dizzy Gillespie Scholarship Golf Tournament is held the third week of October, in conjunction with the Cheraw Jazz Festival. The organizations primary goal is to help students of Chesterfield County attend schools of higher education. You may show your support by sponsoring a team for the tournament or max a free donation to the scholarship fund.

CONTACT: James Sweeney at 843-537-4663

“MEET THE PIONEERS” FALL WALKING TOUR

WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 27, at 2 p.m.

WHERE: Foundry Hill Cemetery

WHAT: Come and join us for our 1st annual “Meet the Pioneers” Fall Cemetery Walking Tour at Foundry Hill Cemetery. We will learn about the contributions of local African Americans and where they are buried. Mr. Ted Bradley a caretaker of the cemetery and Felicia Flemming-McCall will be the tour guides. We will meet you at the front of the cemetery on Marion Street. Make sure you wear comfortable walking shoes and bring along your book, African Americans of Chesterfield County if you like. Tour Cost-Adults $8 and Children (5-18) are $5.

CONTACT: For tickets and additional information please contact the, Southern African American Heritage Center, 843-921-9989, southernaaheritagecenter@gmail.com.

THEATRE OF ILLUSION

WHEN: Tuesday, October 30 at 7:30pm

WHERE: Theatre on the Green, 200 Market St,

WHAT: Cheraw Arts Commission presents Spencers: Theatre of Illusion. Described as “Modern Day Houdinis”, this duo presents a big, high-tech stage show that combines drama, comedy, romance and suspense with elaborate stage illusions. Audience members will not believe their eyes! Please call for ticket information.

CONTACT: 843.537.8420 ext 12

ROSENWALD HIGH SCHOOL REUNION

WHEN: Nov. 2-4

WHERE: Athletic Hall of Fame Induction at Darlington High School, SIMT Conference Center in Florence, Rosenwald Elementary/Middle School

WHAT: Alumni of Rosenwald High School announce its Biennial Reunion to be held November 2-4, 2012. The reunion is open to all alumni, faculty, staff, and friends of the school that was founded in Society Hill, SC in 1930. The three-day Reunion includes a Friday evening registration with an Athletic Hall of Fame Induction at Darlington High School; marching and riding units in the Society Hill Catfish Festival Parade; a Saturday evening banquet at the SIMT Conference Center in Florence; and a Sunday morning Worship and Remembrance Service at the Rosenwald Elementary/Middle School.

CONTACT: See Marie Swiney, Roosevelt Wallace, or Booker T McPhail Jr. for tickets or call (843) 378-4735. Visit us on facebook/rosenwaldschoolreunion

BURR GALLERY PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT

WHEN: Nov. 5-30, Hours -8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m Monday through Friday

WHERE: Burr Gallery at 200 Powe Street

WHAT: Cheraw Arts Commission Burr Gallery Reflections: Photography Exhibit of Cheraw’s Days Gone. This exhibit features a collection of Black & White photographs of Cheraw homes and buildings from 1890-1910

CONTACT: 843.537.8420 ext 12

ONGOING EVENTS

STORY TIME

WHEN: Every Thursday, 11 a.m.

WHERE: Chesterfield Branch Library

WHAT: Story time for kids. No cost to attend.

CONTACT: For more information, contact 843-623-6730.

NATIONAL FEDERATION OF THE BLIND

WHEN: 2nd Thursday of every month.

WHERE: Smokehouse Grill, Hwy. 151 N., Jefferson

WHAT: Chesterfield County Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind monthly meetings.

CONTACT: 843-658-3251 for more information.

BIBLE STUDY

WHEN: Monday evenings at 6:30 p.m.

WHERE: Faith Temple Church, 4044 Delta Heights Road, Wallace

WHAT: There will be a bible “seed of faith” study for you and your family. Gain understanding of your purpose and your destiny.

CONTACT: For information, call 843-377-9375.

CLASSIC CAR CLUB

WHEN: 2nd Monday at 6:30 p.m.

WHERE: Shoney’s 905 E. 5th St., Hartsville

WHAT: If you own or have an interest in classic cars, trucks or motorcycles, please join us.

CONTACT: Mike Northcutt 843-332-5015 or 843-621-8031 or Harry Wallace 843-332-1836 or 843-229-2923.

WOODMEN MEETING

WHEN: 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m.

WHERE: The Lodge located on the N. Marquis Highway

WHAT: Monthly meetings for lodge #1112 and 152. If you are interested in joining, come and enjoy a meal and entertainment before the meetings.

CONTACT: John Briggs 843-332-6570, Harry Wallace 843-332-1836, Ron Howard 843-332-0889 or Orville Anderson 843-857-8540.

AMVET MEMBERSHIP DRIVE

WHEN: Ongoing

WHERE: Post 177, Wallace

WHAT: Membership Drive. Sign up or re-new your membership. All military branches welcome.

CONTACT: Earl Hood, 843-439-0401 or Melvin Cohoon, 843-862-5883.

GREATER PEE DEE ANIMAL RESCUE MEETING

WHEN: 6 p.m., Last Saturday of each month.

WHERE: Mary’s Restaurant, Market St., Cheraw

WHAT: Hot dog sale at Cheraw IGA the first Saturday of each month.

CONTACT: Call 843-537-5763 or 843-535-2294.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

WHERE: Chesterfield County Animal Shelter.

CONTACT: Debbie Farhi at 704-451-955 or Susan Helms 704-361-3879.

CHERAW ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS

WHEN: Daily meetings.

CONTACT: 843-623-2210.

WOMEN SUPPORT GROUP

WHEN: Every Thursday at 4 p.m.

WHERE: 339 N. Page St., Chesterfield

CONTACT: Sheila Awe at 843-623-7364 or sawe@peedeecolition.org

GREATER CHERAW CHILDREN’S CHORUS AND YOUTH CHORALE

WHEN: Remainder of the Year, Until Spots are Filled

WHERE: Cheraw

WHAT: Auditions for the greater Cheraw Children’s Chorus and Youth Chorale. Call to Schedule a time.

CONTACT: Ms. Wilkerson at 843-601-5745