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Books on today's menu; pies, cookies and cakes Thursday
The good humor men of the University of South Carolina Sumter will be reading from their newly published books at noon today in the university's Arts and Letters building. Dr. Andrew Kunka and Dr. Ray McManus of the English department have titled … more
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Sumter museum fundraiser's a real feast
Shrimp five ways cooked fresh on the spot - that's the focus of the Sumter County Museum's annual Shrimp Feast. From 6-9 p.m. Tuesday in the museum gardens, board members and other volunteers will be lined up grilling shrimp on skewers, while staff … more
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Shrimp 5 ways, bluegrass & barbecueSumter museum fundraiser's a real feast
Christians celebrate Palm Sunday
According to the Gospel of Matthew: ... the disciples went, and did as Jesus commanded them, And brought the ass, and the colt, and put on them their clothes, and they set him thereon. And a very great multitude spread their garments in the way; … more
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USC Sumter profs read, discuss their books
Poetry and humor will share the podium at noon Wednesday, when two University of South Carolina Sumter English professors read from their newly published books. The university's Division of Arts & Letters presents, "We Apologize in Advance: An … more
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Colorful birds arrive early this spring
"The beautiful little birds" are returning to areas around the Midlands. Debra Carr, an avid fan of the painted bunting and an active participant in the Painted Bunting Observer Team, reports the birds "are arriving very early this year" in her yard … more
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Thanks to the library, I'm rich - in Sumter, we all are
Charlie Sheen's not ashamed to admit he's on a drug (himself), and I'm not afraid to admit I have an addiction, too. This week, I want to invite everyone to get hooked along with me. It's National Library Week. I love the library. There is … more
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Whole lot of Shakers going on at Sumter@Six
Coming off a very successful 2010 season, Sumter@Six returns to the Brody Pavilion at 6 p.m. Thursday, when the Fantastic Shakers bring "Myrtle Beach Days" to town. Known as The South's Finest Show Band, the Shakers are a popular act for the City of … more
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Grand Strand's 2nd Coastal Uncorked festival expands
If you can hardly wait for the Sumter WineFest to roll around again, perhaps another wine festival just a short drive away can tide you over until January. On May 8-15, Myrtle Beach will be the site of the second Coastal Uncorked Food, Wine & … more
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Club News: Sunday, April 10, 2011
Sumter Duplicate Bridge Club Winners for March: March 2: 1st place - Jimmie Ann Anderson and Sydney Feddersen 2nd place - Jacqueline Strong and Hamdi Karluk 3rd place - Marge Kohli and Larry Baum March 9: 1st place - Marge Kohli and … more
Books on wheels - with smiles
How many people spend more than 25 years at one job and still love it as much as the day they started? Janie Sanders is one. She's the "bookmobile lady" with the Sumter County Library, which, like other libraries around the country, is … more
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Festival emphasizes sustainable gardens
AUGUSTA, GA - Augusta's Sacred Heart Garden Festival will join the sustainable gardening trend this year. The April 29-May 1 festival will emphasize the importance of sustaining natural resources and working harmoniously within the … more
Family-friendly concert at Patriot Hall
One of the most beloved pieces of music by French Romantic composer Camille Saint-Saens will be performed at Patriot Hall by the South Carolina Philharmonic at 4 p.m. on Sunday April 10. Under the leadership of Maestro Morihiko Nakahara the SCP will … more
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Talented Sumter youths showcased Jazz Appreciation Month celebrated
Don't miss the opportunity to see the wonderful artwork local high school students are making in their art classes at Sumter, Lakewood, Crestwood and Wilson Hall high schools. An exhibition of work by more than 50 students opens with a 4-5:30 p.m. … more
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Mystery plant related to foxglove, makes dramatic, purple flowers
We have a really flamboyant tree here in the midlands that has been showing up for years. It can be a nasty weed, often occurring in old vacant parking lots and along railroads and in broken-down littered places in tiresome urban settings. The tree … more
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4th Annual Festival on the Avenue Schedule
10 a.m. Festival on the Avenue Parade West Bartlette Street to Shannon Avenue STAGE 1 - Jehovah Missionary Baptist Church Masters of Ceremony: Pastors M.H. Newton and James Blassingame Derrick Rhems Noon Lemira Golden … more
'Sumter County On The Move!' coming to community near you
Springtime in South Carolina is a wonderful time to enjoy outdoor physical activity. With high temperature in the 70s and little to no humidity, the weather is begging you to go outdoors. So, how about taking walks? Walking is a great activity … more
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Guideline: Service animal can be dog or mini-horse
LOS ANGELES - Dani Moore uses a rat perched on her shoulder as a service animal to alert her to spasms from a disabling condition. Daniel Greene's service animal is a snake wrapped around his neck to help him predict epileptic seizures. But these … more
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Bridge the gap at weekend events
The annual Festival on the Avenue began in 2008 as the result of "just a few people sitting around talking about what we could do to celebrate the people and history of South Sumter," said Patty Wilson, one of the founders of the event. Now in its … more
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