St. Patrick's Day: Five Points

Saturday March 17, 2012

Get your green on and head to Five Points for one of the Midlands' most popular festivals!

• 8:00 a.m. - Get To The Green - The Midland's largest road race! 5k Run and 1-mile walk
• 10:00 a.m. - Chick-fil-A Parade - Free viewing down Devine Street
• 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. - Wells Fargo's Children's Carnival in MLK Park - Kid approved family fun area will include tasty treats, magic shows, face painting, cartoon drawing, and more.
• Noon - 6:00 p.m. - Live music on 5 stages
• Enjoy More! - Shaggin' on Santee, Gourmet Beer Garden and of course, Logan!

Visit the St. Pats in Five Points website for all the details.

12th Annual Jewish Film Festival: Nickelodeon Theatre

Saturday March 17, 2012 - Thursday March 22, 2012

From the comical This is Sodom, a satirical comedy where God is a young and ambitious entrepreneur trying to
recruit his first customer, a cranky old man named Abraham to the serious Nicky's Family which tells the story of a man who organized the rescue of 669 children before the outbreak of World War II, the Jewish Film Festival plays the Nickelodeon Theatre from March 17 until March 22. Visit the Jewish Community Center website for showtimes and details.

The 39 Steps: Town Theatre

Now - Sunday March 25, 2012

The 39 Steps is an amazingly brilliant production that will introduce you to more than 140 characters portrayed by only four actors. Yes, that is correct. Four. This fast-paced whodunit is both comedy and thriller combining the mastermind of Alfred Hitchcock with a taste of Monty Python. A man whose life is rather mundane, Richard Hannay, meets a woman who identifies herself as a spy. After their meeting, she ends up dead. Her death spurs the involvement of a peculiar organization called "The 39 Steps" that is hot on Richard's trail trying to find the mysterious woman's killer. Hitchcock fans will enjoy the allusions to (and puns on the titles of) his other works including Rear Window, Psycho, Vertigo and North by Northwest. Visit the Town Theatre website for info.

Campside Cuisine for the Casual Camper!: The Backpacker

Saturday March 17, 2012

Come join us this Saturday at 8:45 a.m. for our Campside Cuisine for the Casual Camper! Our guest chef, Bruce Cannon will show you how to prepare delicious foil meals to cook in the campfire along with steam baking in the pot... does molten chocolate cake sound good to you? Weather permitting this class will be outside, so dress appropriately and bring an outside chair. To register, email: columbia@backpackerqualitygear.com
(please include your phone number in your email) Or call us at: 803.799.7571. To view all of our upcoming classes and events, visit The Backpacker online. Hope to see you there!

Craft Bar Happy Hour: Columbia Museum of Art

Tuesday March 20, 2012

Teens and adults are invited to bring a craft project and enjoy great snacks, refreshing beverages and the best of crafter camaraderie to get your juices flowing in the Museum's unconventional craft haven. Don't have a project to work on? No problem, pick up a "make your own oil pastels" craft kit for $12. Reserve your spot early - this intimate evening of fun, food and crafts is popular. #CMAfun Visit the Columbia Museum of Art for details.

Shaggin' for Seniors: River Center at Saluda Shoals Park

Thursday March 22, 2012 7pm - 9pm

Grab your dancing shoes and make it a night to remember! Irmo Chapin Recreation Commission presents “Shaggin’ for Seniors” on March 22, 2012 from 7:00–9:00 p.m. Spend the evening mingling with friends, listening to your favorite classic tunes, and dancing the night away. The dance, held at The River Center at Saluda Shoals Park, will benefit Meals on Wheels. Ticket price includes hors d’oeuvres. There will be a cash bar. Hurry! Tickets purchased after March 16 will incur an additional $5 charge. All Ages Welcome!

• Single $15
• Couple $25

River Center at Saluda Shoals Park. Visit the park's website for all the details.

Taste of Lake Murray: Doubletree by Hilton

Thursday March 22, 2012

Enjoy samples of foods from 16 area restaurants showcasing their signature dishes and get out on the dance floor with shaggers dancing the night away! The Palmetto Groove Party Band will provide a great blend of beach and soul music mixed with your favorites from the 60's-90's! A highlight of the event is the silent auction featuring great get-a-ways from all over the United States. The atmosphere is always electric as people get prepared for warmer weather on Lake Murray! Fundraiser for the Fourth of July celebration with its annual boat parade and 2 fireworks shows. Visit the Taste of Lake Murray web page for info.