PM Systems, an ACI Worldwide Company, is hosting its semi-annual blood drive for the Red Cross on Wednesday, Dec. 11 from noon to 5 pm at the American Legion Post 193 Meeting Room. To schedule your donation, go to www.redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code Post193 to set up a time. Or visit our website for more details.
You're Invited to Edward Jones Holiday Open House - Dec. 12
Harry Cromer and Melissa Lauber of our local Edward Jones office invites you to be their guests as they give thanks for their clients, friends and community with a holiday open house on Thursday, Dec 12, 2013 from 4 - 7pm at the Chapin Chamber House
(302 Columbia Ave) RSVP: 803-345-3272. Hors D'oeuvres will be served.
Vella's Announces New Hours
Vella's of Chapin announces new hours effective immediately. They will be open Monday through Wednesday from 11 am - 10 pm and Thursday through Sunday from 7 am to 10 pm. Please come by and celebrate your special occasions with Cletus, Brandon and the crew. Vella's can cater your holiday parties, too, so call 941-7113 to book yours now.
Palmetto Fine Arts Hosts Holiday Art Show Dec. 12-14
Join TC Bowers and artists Marcia Murray, Karen Larrabee, Ruby Deloach, Debi Kelly and Tommy Thompson for a weekend of local art. There will be a Meet and Greet from 6 - 8 pm on Thursday evening. Come find an original or print that may be the perfect gift for your special someone. TC welcomes you to Shop Local and he's also got a great selection of glass ornaments, jewelry sets and Staci's Scentsations. 107 Virgina Street.
Chapin Elementary Holds breakfast with Santa, Polar Express Party at Vella's
Help support Chapin Elementary School this Saturday as they transform Vella's into a Polar Express wonderland from 7:30 - 10:30 am! In addition to a yummy breakfast, Santa will be on hand to visit with the young boys and girls as they get ready for Christmas!
Wreaths Across America Need veteran Volunteers!
The local coordinators of Wreaths Across America are looking for Retired or Prior Service Veterans to be part of the Memorial Wreath detail for the Wreaths Across America ceremony at the Fort Jackson National Cemetery on Saturday, December 14, 2013. If you served in the Army, Navy, Coast Guard or Merchant Marines or are a former POW/MIA from Vietnam, Kosovo or Granada, please contact Carol Davis at 739-2774.
Medicare Open Enrollment ends December 7th
It is time to double-check your Medicare and prescription drug plan coverage for 2014 as enrollment ends December 7, 2013. Even if your current Medicare plan and its benefits are working for you, it is a good idea to check your plan every year. The only way to save on your health care costs is to regularly compare your current plan premium to other plans available to you, Wilson Insurance Group is here to help. Come see Donna Lewis at our office 111 Columbia Ave; contact her at 803-345-1180 or [email protected].
Marcia Murray - CCAL Spotlight Artist of the Month
Marcia Murray is the Crooked Creek Artsist league's December Spotlight Artist at the Chamber. A Charleston native, Marcia began her art career after retiring from BellSouth in 1991. She paints exclusively in watercolor and her paintings are driven by curiosity and a desire to create. A self-made artist, Marcia has studied with many professional artists throughout the U.S. She has served as president of Crooked Creek Art League and remains active in her community. She display
s her work in various establishments in the Chapin, including the Chamber, as well as in Columbia area and on the CCAL website. In 2010, she was awarded signature membership in the S.C. Watermedia Society and was honored to have her paintings included as a part of the Traveling Exhibit. She's received numerous awards and recognition in juried shows and exhibits throughout the state. Her paintings have been published in SC Homes and Gardens and chosen for the front covers of Lake Murray Magazine, Di
scover Columbia and the Park Seed Catalog. Marcia received the coveted SC Festival of Flowers Floral Purchase Award. She was awarded first place in the annual Crooked Creek Art League Exhibit and was the recipient of the The Member's Choice Award. This year, she was accepted into the State Artisan's Center and received the "Favorite New Artist" award. She currently facilitates a group of artists each week in Chapin, providing assistance and encouragement.