COMMUNITY CALENDAR
Here is a list of some upcoming events in Darlington County:
Thurs., March 9:
6:00 P.M. — Butler Heritage Foundation Economic Development and Community Investment Meeting, Butler Auditorium, 1103 S. 6th Street. Hartsville. For more information, text or call Kenzi DeLaine at 504-239-2576.
Sat., March 11:
11:00 A.M. – 1:45 P.M. — Annual Chili Cookoff and Car Show, Joe’s Grill, 306 Russell Street, Darlington. Setup starts at 8am. Can cook on or off site. Tables, Taste Cups & Spoons provided. Tents Welcome. There will be music, kids stuff, and door prizes. The Grill will be open for breakfast and lunch. For any questions, call Joe’s Grill at 843-944-0626.
12:00 P.M. – 2:00 P.M. — Free Heirs’ Property and Land Use Workshop, Learn about the rights and risks of heirs’ property. Co-Hosted by Ms. Ruth Baronda. Darlington County Library, 204 N. Main St., Darlington. For more information, contact Marcus Gurley at 843-745-7055, Ext. 306. or email him at mgurley@heirsproperty.org
2:00 P.M. — The Darlington County Cultural Realism Complex, Inc. (DCCRC) will hold the “History Speaks” event at their location on 302 Pearl Street, Darlington. A metaphorical “walk” down memory lane with a panel of Darlingtonians who will talk about growing up in Darlington and attending the old Bethel AME Church. If you have any questions about this event, call 803-470-5870 or email TheCRCCenter@gmail.com
Sun., March 12:
10:00 A.M. – Worship Service, Southside Free Will Baptist Church, 153 E. McIver Rd., Darlington.
6:00 P.M. – Evening Worship Service, Southside Free Will Baptist Church, 153 E. McIver Rd., Darlington.
Wed., March 15:
7:00 P.M. – Worship Service, Southside Free Will Baptist Church, 153 E. McIver Rd., Darlington.
Thurs., March 16:
12:30 P.M. — Rotary Club of Darlington, South of Pearl, 117 Edwards Avenue, Darlington.
1:00 P.M. — Darlington Kiwanis Club, Darlington County Club, 125 Country Club, Darlington.
4:00 P.M. Kids Craft Bonanza Darlington Library, 204 Main St. Darlington.
5:30 P.M. Darlington Lions Club meeting, Takis Diner, 609 Pearl St. Darlington.
Sat., March 18:
8:00-9:30 — Soup Kitchen, 586 W. Broad St. Darlington.
10:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. — Food Bank at Southside FWB Church, 153 E. McIver Rd., Darlington. Limited supply — one bag of food per family. Contact the Pastor at (843) 246-43145 or Shirley Bosley at (843) 250-1554.
11:00 A.M. — Saint John’s High Alumni Association public meeting at Darlington Library 204 Main St., Darlington. For information, please contact 843-230-3117.
11:00 A.M. — Darlington County Republican Party 2023 County Precinct Reorganization Meeting at The Jackson House at the Sonoco Club, 401 Springwood Drive, Hartsville. This meeting is open to anyone who would like to attend.
12:00 P.M. — Women’s Conference, sponsored by New Beginnings Intercessory Prayer Ministry of Darlington. Homewood Suites, 3450 W. Radio Drive, Florence. The public is welcome and there is no fee for this conference.
Sun., March 19:
10:00 A.M. – Worship Service, Southside Free Will Baptist Church, 153 E. McIver Rd., Darlington.
6:00 P.M. – Evening Worship Service, Southside Free Will Baptist Church, 153 E. McIver Rd., Darlington.
Mon., March 20:
10 A.M. — Story Time Darlington Library 204 Main St. Darlington.
Wed., March 22:
7:00 P.M. – Worship Service, Southside Free Will Baptist Church, 153 E. McIver Rd., Darlington.
Thurs., March 23:
12:30 P.M. — Rotary Club of Darlington, South of Pearl, 117 Edwards Avenue, Darlington.
6:00 P.M. — Adult Craft Night. Join us for an evening of crafting and new friends as we make door charms to bring good luck to our homes. Basic supplies will be provided. Participants are welcome to bring their own materials. For ages 16+.
Sat., March 25:
8:00-9:30 A.M. — Soup Kitchen 586 W. Broad Street, Darlington.
1:00 P.M. — Brick-It! Lego Club, Darlington Library, 204 N. Main St., Darlington.
4:00 P.M. — Taste of Lamar, Lamar Town Hall, 117 W. Main St., Lamar. Tickets are $20 each. Come on our and support your town!
Sun., March 26:
10:00 A.M. – Worship Service, Southside Free Will Baptist Church, 153 E. McIver Rd., Darlington.
6:00 P.M. – Evening Worship Service, Southside Free Will Baptist Church, 153 E. McIver Rd., Darlington.
Mon., March 27:
10 A.M. — Story Time Darlington Library 204 Main St. Darlington
Tues., March 28:
8:00 A.M. — S.C. Statewide Virtual Teacher Expo hosted by CERRA, There will be virtual interviews with school district representatives from all over S. C. You may view statewide teacher vacancies, submit your resume’ online, do virtual interviews and obtain information on teacher licensure. go to www.CERRA.org for more information and links to join the online experience.
Wed., March 29:
7:00 P.M. – Worship Service, Southside Free Will Baptist Church, 153 E. McIver Rd., Darlington.
8:00 A.M. — S.C. Statewide Virtual Teacher Expo hosted by CERRA, There will be virtual interviews with school district representatives from all over S. C. You may view statewide teacher vacancies, submit your resume’ online, do virtual interviews and obtain information on teacher licensure. go to www.CERRA.org for more information and links to join the online experience.
Fri., March 31:
ALL DAY — Egg Scramble Egg-Xibit Your Yard Contest. Put out your Egg-iest decorations and let the whole town see your talents!
SUNSET — Egg Scramble Night Parate & Vendors on Railroad Avenue, Lamar.
Sat., April 1:
11:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M. –- Easter Egg Hunt, Darlington Raceway, 1301 Harry Byrd Hwy., Darlington.
11:00 A.M. – 8:00 P.M. — Egg Scramble Jamboree Festival. Parade starts at 11AM, Gospel Stage from 12PM to 6Pm, Live entertainment on the Main Stage 12PM to 7PM. Vendors will be all along Railroad Ave. all day until 8:00PM.
Sun., April 2:
10:00 A.M. – Worship Service, Southside Free Will Baptist Church, 153 E. McIver Rd., Darlington.
6:00 P.M. – Evening Worship Service, Southside Free Will Baptist Church, 153 E. McIver Rd., Darlington.
Wed., April 5:
7:00 P.M. – Worship Service, Southside Free Will Baptist Church, 153 E. McIver Rd., Darlington.
Sun., April 9:
10:00 A.M. – Worship Service, Southside Free Will Baptist Church, 153 E. McIver Rd., Darlington.
6:00 P.M. – Evening Worship Service, Southside Free Will Baptist Church, 153 E. McIver Rd., Darlington.
Wed., April 12:
7:00 P.M. – Worship Service, Southside Free Will Baptist Church, 153 E. McIver Rd., Darlington.
Sun., April 16:
10:00 A.M. – Worship Service, Southside Free Will Baptist Church, 153 E. McIver Rd., Darlington.
6:00 P.M. – Evening Worship Service, Southside Free Will Baptist Church, 153 E. McIver Rd., Darlington.
Wed., April 19:
7:00 P.M. — Worship Service, Southside Free Will Baptist Church, 153 E. McIver Rd., Darlington.
Sat., April 22:
6:30 P.M. – 9:00 P.M. — Taste of Society Hill, Historic 1790 Adam Marshall House, 454 S. Main Street, Society Hill. Admission is $20 per person (Ages 21 and over — Alcohol will be available). Great food and atmosphere. Live music will be presented by ShugaBob. Proceeds benefit Long Bluff Historical Society of Society Hill. For more information, sponsors or vendor sign-up, please call Melissa Burch at 813-323-1445. Check our website at www.longbluff.com
Sat., April 29:
7:30 A.M. – 8:15 A.M. — 5K Run and Walk, Sponsored by Lamar Alumni Association, Registration from 7:30AM to 8:15AM. Race begins at 8:30 AM, Fee is $25 per person. Late fee, $35. Kids 17 & under for free. Event starts and ends at Lamar Track Field, 216 N. Darlington Ave., Lamar. Refreshments will be provided. For more information, Call Twannia at 609-257-7177 or Retha at 803-840-0175.
Mon., May 1:
7:00 P.M. – Tent Meeting May 1-May 3, Southside Free Will Baptist Church, 153 E. McIver Rd., Darlington. There will be singing and preaching nightly, celebrating their 70th year as a church through May 3. The entire community is invited to this meeting. Bible preaching nightly. If weather permits, the meeting will be held outside under a tent.
Tues., May 2:
7:00 P.M. – Tent Meeting May 1-May 3, Southside Free Will Baptist Church, 153 E. McIver Rd., Darlington. There will be singing and preaching nightly, celebrating their 70th year as a church through May 3. The entire community is invited to this meeting. If weather permits, the meeting will be held outside under a tent.
Wed., May 3:
7:00 P.M. – Tent Meeting May 1-May 3, Southside Free Will Baptist Church, 153 E. McIver Rd., Darlington. There will be singing and preaching nightly, celebrating their 70th year as a church through May 3. The entire community is invited to this meeting. If weather permits, the meeting will be held outside under a tent.
