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Gallery’s Gonzalez, Voros exhibits clever, provocative
The two current Sumter County Gallery of Art exhibits seem at opposite ends of the artistic spectrum, but a closer look reveals some interesting parallels. Ronald Gonzalez’s “Objects as Figures, Figures as Objects” is a wealth of accumulated … more
Eyes of the beholder
You know, it sounds pretentious to say your husband is an "artist," so I used to describe Edward as a painter. But then people thought he painted houses and couldn't understand why our house was going "au naturel." Now I list his vocation as … more
Put a spin on it
If Cindy Norman had her way, she'd be living in a log cabin in the middle of the woods with no electricity, no running water and no modern conveniences. First, though, she has to convince her husband and three children it's a good idea. For now, … more
Around Town
Register now for upcoming American Red Cross classes at 1155 N. Guignard Drive, Suite 2. Call (803) 775-2363. Classes will be held: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 17, babysitting class; 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 27, 29 and Dec. 4, instructor class; 6-10 … more
Got the baby blues?
For first-time parents, the arrival of a healthy bouncing baby into the household doesn’t always herald endless unbridled joy. Childbirth is physically demanding, babies require lots of attention, and household routines are radically altered. Even … more
Evangelicals leader seeks to make politics secondary
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. – When a presidential campaign contacted the Rev. Leith Anderson to ask for a meeting recently, the president of the National Association of Evangelicals said he had a bigger priority that day. “I had a wedding or a … more
Glimpses into the Soul
For more than 20 years, the merchants in the Congaree Vista of Columbia have celebrated the beginning of the holiday season with an evening of food, music and visual arts. Visitors to the area stroll the streets, stopping in at galleries to see the … more
USC celebrating 30th anniversary of National Women’s Conference
COLUMBIA — Undergraduates taking a University of South Carolina history course on the modern women’s movement in South Carolina have organized a public symposium and celebration for Sunday, Nov. 18, to commemorate the 30th anniversary of … more
Around Town
Register now for upcoming American Red Cross classes at 1155 N. Guignard Drive, Suite 2. Call (803) 775-2363. Classes will be held: 6-10 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 15, adult CPR; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 17, baby-sitting class; 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. … more
There’s an art to doing nothing
Over the years, I have become a specialist in the art of wandering around. I can do nothing better than just about anyone I know. Not everyone can master the ability to successfully wander around. In fact, it is a rare skill. Most folks need a plan. … more
1st chimpanzee to learn sign language dies
SPOKANE, Wash. – Washoe, a female chimpanzee believed to be the first non-human to acquire human language, has died of natural causes at the research institute where she was kept. Washoe, who first learned a bit of American Sign Language in a … more
‘O, Captain, My Captain’
The Vietnam War ended officially on Jan. 27, 1973. But for Kim Dault, closure came this week. When she was 12, Dault made a donation of $2 saved from her babysitting money and received a POW/MIA bracelet engraved with the name “Capt. Warren … more
Ford-Watson
COLUMBIA — Wiledra Denise Ford and Daryl Watson were united in marriage at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, 2007, at Right Direction Christian Center. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Willie L. Ford, and the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. … more
Dancing Nina Simone
The Sumter Contemporary Dance Series continues at Patriot Hall on Saturday with Vibrations Dance Company of Columbia. VDC will present "Ninacity," a dance theater event inspired by the life and art of Nina Simone, whom VDC Artistic Director and … more
Over the river and through the woods
Preparing the turkey and dressing won’t be the only thing parents need to do to get ready for Thanksgiving this year. They’ll also need to prepare their young children to prevent them from acting like turkeys in front of company. “Having … more
Museum Market Day offers antiques, handcrafted items
The Sumter County Museum is sponsoring its first Museum Market Day on Saturday, offering the public an opportunity to purchase antiques, collectibles and items handcrafted by skilled artisans from around the area. From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., more than 25 … more
Around Town
Register now for upcoming American Red Cross classes at 1155 N. Guignard Drive, Suite 2. Call (803) 775-2363. Classes will be held: 6-10 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 8, infant / child CPR; 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m Saturday, Nov. 10, CPRO / AED; 6-10 p.m. Thursday, … more
Out & About
On Thursday, Trooper Nathaniel Kennerly, president of the Midland SC Chapter of the 9th and 10th Cavalry Association, will give a talk on "America's Historic All-Black Regiment: The Buffalo Soldiers." The presentation will be held at 4 p.m. in the … more
Gallery opens 2 exhibitions
The Sumter County Gallery of Art will open two exhibitions with a reception from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday. New York artist Ronald Gonzalez and David Voros, who teaches art at the University of South Carolina, will have their works in the downstairs … more
USC Fall Writer series presents reading by poet Kwame Dawes
The University of South Carolina Sumter presents its Fall Writers Series program Wednesday at noon with a reading and talk by Dr. Kwame Dawes. A reggae musician, actor, university professor, poet and novelist, Dawes formerly taught at USC Sumter; he … more
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