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February 2012:

February 3 & 4, 2012 • Not Just Another Love Story HEART CONFERENCE • Feb. 3rd @ 6:30PM & Sat. Feb. 4th @ 3PM • The NarroWay Theatre & Conference Center will be the site for Leslie Nease's 2012 Ladies' Conference. The beloved speaker, writer, radio personality and former "Survivor" contestant will present a two-day conference focusing on the heart. Entitled the "Not Just Another Love Story Conference" this special retreat begins February 3, 2012 with the NarroWay Show, "Not Just Another Love Story." The conference continues Saturday, February 4, with three exciting sessions led by Leslie. To register for the conference, visit our web site, select the February 3 performance of "Not Just Another Love Story" and choose "Heart Conference. (803) 802-2300 OR (704) 831-8893 • web site • email

February 6 - March 26, 2012 • Newcomer's CLASS • 10-11:30AM • Do you need encouragement as you adjust to a move? Are you in unfamiliar surroundings? Do you want to meet new women? The "Newcomer's" class "Moving On After Moving In" is the place to be! This Christ-centered study will help you in the process of Letting Go, Starting Over, and Moving Ahead with your life after the transition of a move. It is the place to be for those who feel uprooted and disconnected. Join them for this seven week study that will be held on Mondays starting February 6, 2012 until March 26, 2012. It is being held at the Fort Mill Library, second floor, 1818 2nd Baxter Crossing Fort Mill, SC 29708. Childcare is not provided. Please contact either Joanne Gibitz or Marge Farris for more information. You may also visit the Oorganization's National web site.  

February 9, 2012 • Daddy Daughter Dance • 6-8PM • Held at the ASC Greenway Dairy Barn. Tickets are $25/couple and $15 each additional girl. Sponsored by Leroy Springs Recreation Complex, 971 Tom Hall St., Fort Mill To purchase tickets, call (803) 547-4575. Limited amount of tickets.

February 9, 2012 • Ned Albright Jr & Ana Lopez Exhibition • 6PM • Join the Arts Council of York County for a free public reception honoring the Ned Albright Jr.
& Ana Lopez Exhibition. Exhibition Dates: Now-February 19, 2012. Sponsored by Elizabeth Patrick, Artsee Magazine, Sandy & Mike Johnson • (803) 328-2787 • emailpurchase tickets online

February 10-11, 2012 • COAT COLLECTION, Chick-fil-A Baxter • Chick-fil-A is collecting coats for children in our area. Bring in your new and gently used coats from size 3T to adult. Receive a FREE medium bowl of Chicken Tortilla Soup for each coat donated! They are also collecting peanut butter and canned fruits/meats. Chick-fil-A is partnering with Rock Hill and Lancaster School Districts and the Fort Mill Care Center. Participating stores include: Baxter Village, Cherry Road, Dave Lyle Blvd and Lancaster.

February 11, 2012 • VFW Breakfast for All! • 7-10AM • Breakfast includes pancakes, bacon, sausage and coffee for $6 and is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. The VFW is located at 1442 Harris Road, Fort Mill. The VFW serves breakfast on the second Saturday of each month. For more information, call (803) 547-5480 or go to web site. 

February 11, 2012 • New Life 91.9 presents "My Funny Valentine" • 6PM • My Funny Valentine with Ventriloquist Steve Brogan and the comedy of 321 Improv on Saturday, February 11th, at Northside Baptist Church, 333 Jeremiah Blvd in Charlotte. Laughter starts at 6:00 pm. Doors open at 5:30pm. What: New Life 91.9 presents My Funny Valentine When: Saturday, February 11th at 6:00pm Where: Northside Baptist Church in Charlotte Tickets: $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Snacks will be available for purchase during intermission. For more info or to purchase tickets, click - HERE This event is sponsored by Keller Williams Realty and Cramer Pest Control.

February 11, 2012 • The 2012 Fort Mill Bridal Show • 1-6PM
Held at the Clebourne House, 138 Clebourne St., Fort Mill.
$4 per person online or $5 at the door. • Buy tickets

February 11, 2012 • Dick's Sporting Goods Day • 2-6PM • Tega Cay Parks and Recreation will hold a shopping day at the Dick's Sporting Goods Store in Rock Hill (548 John Ross Pkwy) from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM on Saturday, February 11th. All Tega Cay Parks and Rec participants will be allowed to use double coupons for their purchases. Coupons will be available online at Tega Cary web site and at the store the day of the event.  

February 18, 2012 • Bowl for the PAWS! • 12-3PM • Chance to win great prizes. Includes two games of bowling, bowling shoe rental, one slice of pizza, and soda while eating. $25/person or $100/5 people on one lane. Value received is $8.50 per person. The amount paid is a charitable donation to the Humane Society of York County. Space is limited. • Held at Strikers Family Sportscenter, Rock Hill, SC (803) 329-5210. Contact person is Mary B Knapp (704) 287-6475. • Help give abandoned animals a chance. Register online

February 18, 2012 • Terrance Simien Zydeco CONCERT • 7:30PM • Audiences are invited to experience the unique fun and soul of zydeco - a blend of Cajun, Creole, Blues, R&B, country and island music. Terrance Simien, 8th generation Louisiana Creole and Grammy Award-winning artist is one of the most respected and internationally recognized artists in roots music today. Simien has shared the studio and stage with the likes of Stevie Wonder, Dave Matthews and Paul Simon, and his music was featured in Disney’s animated film The Princess & The Frog. For more information on Terrance Simien, visit
Terrance's web site or call (803) 328-2787
TICKETS: $20 Arts Council Members | $25 Non-Members
Available at: • Center for the Arts: 121 E. Main Street, Rock Hill. (803) 328-2787
purchase tickets online

February 21, 2012 • Fat Tuesday Celebration • 7PM • Join us for a special MARDI GRAS CELEBRATION in Old Town, Rock Hill! Featuring GRAMMY-WINNING artist Terrance Simien & the Zydeco Experience! Party and dance the night away to the festive zydeco music of Terrance Simien. Presented by the Arts Council of York County, Old Town Association, and the Palmetto Room.
TICKETS: $35 General Admission (Includes delicious Creole food and cash bar)
Available at the following locations:
• Center for the Arts: 121 E. Main Street, Rock Hill. (803) 328-2787
• Rock Hill Economic Dev. Corp. RH City Hall: 155 Johnston St., Rock Hill (803) 329-7090
• Old Town Bistro: 135 E. Main Street, Rock Hill. (803) 327-9222 • purchase tickets online 

February 25, 2012 • Paint a Pet PAWTY! • 1PM • An afternoon of fun as you let your paint brush flow! Express yourself and create a love photo of your animal. Canvas, brushes, and paints are provided for a material cost of $25. Finger foods provided. Feel free to bring your own wine. Get your tickets today! Held at the Painted Parrot, 223 Main Street, Fort Mill. Benefit for the Humane Society of York County • (803) 386-6262 • Register online • Help give abandoned animals a chance.

February 29 - March 3, 2012 • For Every Season CONSIGNMENT SALE • Don't miss this Sale! Time to get everything you need for your infant-Junior at the Spring and Summer sale at such bargain prices you'll never want to miss this sale again! Experience For Every Season, a ten-year-strong sale that is growing faster than your kids, offering 2 floors of gently used infant-Juniors clothing, accessories, toys, baby equipment, books, electronics and much more. • Held at The Pointe (directly beside Knights Stadium, I-77, exit 88). (803) 327-5473 • email • web site 

March 2012:

March 3, 2012 • An Arts Affairy - Gala 2012 • 7PM • New Location, Food Extraordinaire, Great Music – Get ready to PARTY!
Black-tie optional Gala proceeds provide support for arts programs in the face of budget cuts and reduced grant funding at state and local levels. Please help us create and support a thriving arts community. New Location: The Cotton Factory, 300 Chatham Avenue, Rock Hill, SC Food Extraordinaire: Food by Melanie Rowe Catering Great Music: Legends of Beach Leslie Thompson Jazz Trio Tickets: ACYC Members - $75/person, $150/couple (Call to get discounted price!) Non-members - $80/person, $160/couple Buy tickets online here Reserved tables available for $1000 (8 people) Call the Arts Council office at 803.328.2787 or stop by the Center for the Arts, 121 E. Main St, Rock Hill. Sponsorships are available! $250 – includes 2 tickets + recognition in promotions, invitation and at event $500 - includes 4 tickets + recognition in promotions, invitation and at event $1000 - includes 8 tickets + recognition in promotions, invitation and at event Contact the Arts Council office if you are interested in sponsoring! • (803) 328-2787 • email • web site 

March 8, 2012 • Rock Hill School District #3 - Teachers' Choice Youth Art Exhibition • 6PM • Join the Arts Council of York County for a free public reception honoring the Rock Hill School District #3 - Teachers’ Choice Youth Art Exhibition. Exhibition Dates:
February 24- March 18, 2012 • Sponsored by Artsee Magazine • (803) 328-2787 • email • web site  

March 10, 2012 • VFW Breakfast for All! • 7-10AM • Breakfast includes pancakes, bacon, sausage and coffee for $6 and is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. The VFW is located at 1442 Harris Road, Fort Mill. The VFW serves breakfast on the second Saturday of each month. For more information, call (803) 547-5480 or go to web site. 

March 22-24, 2012 • Sweet Repeats Childrens' Spring/Summer CONSIGNMENT SALE • Held at Glenrock Baptist Church, 1815 Dobys Bridge Rd, Fort Mill, SC 29715. Open to the Public! Thursday, March 22: 9am-7pm • Friday, March 23: 9am-7:30pm • Saturday, March 24: 8am-NOON (1/2 off most items)

March 23, 2012 • The 2012 Mayors' Cup • 1:30PM shotgun start • Tournament format is 4-person captain's choice using par as your partner. The cost to register is $95/golfer. Last year's tournament was an enormous success and we are expecting even better this year. We have many different prizes and give aways for folks participating. Immediately following the tournament (6 pm), we will be holding a Community Party in the Glennon Center. Everyone is invited to attend the party, not just tournament participants. If you participate in the tournament you will receive a complimentary ticket to the party. You can purchase one additional ticket for $20. If you aren't participating in the tournament, individual tickets are $25 or $40 for couples. PROCEEDS FROM THE TOURNAMENT GO TO SUPPORT THE FREE Tega Cay community events that are held during the year such as the 4th of July Celebration, the Concert Series, Fall and Holiday Festivals, Volunteer Dinner and the future Catawba Park. • Register for Mayors' Cup • More info on Mayors' Cup

March 24, 2012 • Race to the Top • 8:30AM • Think you can make it back to the top? This year 750 climbers will have the chance to beat down gravity and race to the top of the Duke Energy Center's 50th floor, as they compete against the clock. • (704) 688-8167 •
email • web site 

April 2012:

April 6-8, 2011 • Easter Egg-stravaganza • Join Carowinds this Easter holiday as they celebrate Carowinds’ 10th Annual Easter Egg-stravaganza. Highlights include a scrumptious Easter brunch (extra fee), photo opportunities with Snoopy- the "Easter Beagle", meet and greets with the Easter Bunny, thousands of Easter eggs and more! Easter Eggstravaganza Activities: Photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny and Snoopy, the "Easter Beagle" - times TBA • Meet and Greet the Easter Bunny • Carowinds, Fort Mill • web site

April 12, 2012 • Organics Exhibition: Featuring Erika Diamond, Clay Burnette, & Kim Keats • 6PM • Join the Arts Council of York County for a free public reception honoring the Organics Exhibition: Featuring Erika Diamond, Clay Burnette, & Kim Keats. Exhibition Dates: March 23- April 29, 2012 • Exhibition Sponsored by Artsee Magazine • (803) 328-2787 • email • web site

April 14, 2012 • VFW Breakfast for All! • 7-10AM • Breakfast includes pancakes, bacon, sausage and coffee for $6 and is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. The VFW is located at 1442 Harris Road, Fort Mill. The VFW serves breakfast on the second Saturday of each month.
For more information, call (803) 547-5480 or go to web site. 

April 12, 2012 • Fam Jam • 11AM-5PM • Health, wellness, and rock ‘n’ roll! With a variety of bands, demonstrations, rides, a rock climbing wall, and many other attractions, this exciting event promotes health, wellness and fun for the whole family! This event was created by Complete Wellness Chiropractic to raise awareness for the Children’s Attention Home in Rock Hill, with ALL proceeds being donated to this amazing organization. Join us on April 21st to participate in some fun activities, and to show your support for the Children’s Attention Home! • (704) 899-5000 • email • web site

April 26-28, 2012 • BOOK SALE! •
More than 10,000 books for adults and children are included in every sale, as well
as audio-visual materials. Materials are sorted by category and are priced as follows: Hardcover & softcover books for adults & children: $2.00 per inch, measuring the height of the book stack. • Mass-market paperbacks: 50¢ each • DVDs & audiobooks: $2.00 each • VHS tapes: $1.00 each • All materials are 1/2 PRICE on Saturday!
Opening night for Friends members: Thursday, 5-8 p.m. Friends members only;
annual memberships may be purchased or renewed at the door, beginning at $10 for individuals and $25 for families. Public Sale: Friday, 9AM-7PM; Saturday, 9AM-3PM. Saturday is half-price day! Sale will be held at the First ARP Church gymnasium, 201 E. White St., Rock Hill, SC. The gym is located behind the church, on Oakland Ave. Other sale dates at this location are July 26-28 & October 25-27, 2012. • All book sale proceeds benefit York County Library programs. Call (803) 981-5837 for more information.

May 2012:

May 12, 2012 • VFW Breakfast for All! • 7-10AM • Breakfast includes pancakes, bacon, sausage and coffee for $6 and is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. The VFW is located at 1442 Harris Road, Fort Mill. The VFW serves breakfast on the second Saturday of each month. For more information, call (803) 547-5480 or go to web site. 

May 17, 2012 • Harriet Goode & Luis Machicao EXHIBITION • 6PM • Join the Arts Council of York County for a free public reception honoring the Harriet Goode & Luis Machicao Exhibition. Exhibition Dates: May 4 - June 17, 2012. Sponsored by Artsee Magazine
• (803) 328-2787 • email • web site 

May 19, 2012 • Trial by Fire -- Journey Tribute • 7:30PM • The Arts Council of York County presents a Journey tribute with Trial By Fire - In 1996, superstar rock band Journey completed their 10th album “Trial By Fire” and prepared for a massive world tour, untilfrontman and legendary voice Steve Perry injured himself and the massive tour failed to happen. Trial by Fire, made up of 5 seasoned musicians, decided to re-create “the tour that never happened” and celebrate one of the most famous bands of all time. Audiences can sing along to the classics from the Steve Perry era, the height of Journey’s golden age. Tickets are $20 for York County Arts Council members and $25 for non-members. • All seats are general admission. • email • web site • Purchase tickets by calling (803) 328-2787 or purchase tickets online

June 2012:

June 9, 2012 • VFW Breakfast for All! • 7-10AM • Breakfast includes pancakes, bacon, sausage and coffee for $6 and is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. The VFW is located at 1442 Harris Road, Fort Mill. The VFW serves breakfast on the second Saturday of each month. For more information, call (803) 547-5480 or go to web site. 

July 2012:

July 14, 2012 • VFW Breakfast for All! • 7-10AM • Breakfast includes pancakes, bacon, sausage and coffee for $6 and is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. The VFW is located at 1442 Harris Road, Fort Mill. The VFW serves breakfast on the second Saturday of each month. For more information, call (803) 547-5480 or go to web site. 

July 26-28, 2012 • BOOK SALE! •
More than 10,000 books for adults and children are included in every sale, as well
as audio-visual materials. Materials are sorted by category and are priced as follows: Hardcover & softcover books for adults & children: $2.00 per inch, measuring the height of the book stack. • Mass-market paperbacks: 50¢ each • DVDs & audiobooks: $2.00 each • VHS tapes: $1.00 each • All materials are 1/2 PRICE on Saturday! Opening night for Friends members: Thursday, 5-8 p.m. Friends members only; annual memberships may be purchased or renewed at the door, beginning at $10 for individuals and $25 for families.
Public Sale: Friday, 9AM-7PM; Saturday, 9AM-3PM. Saturday is half-price day! Sale will be held at the First ARP Church gymnasium, 201 E. White St., Rock Hill, SC. The gym is located behind the church, on Oakland Ave. Other sale dates at this location are October 25-27, 2012. • All book sale proceeds benefit York County Library programs. Call (803) 981-5837 for more information.

August 2012:

August 11, 2012 • VFW Breakfast for All! • 7-10AM • Breakfast includes pancakes, bacon, sausage and coffee for $6 and is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. The VFW is located at 1442 Harris Road, Fort Mill. The VFW serves breakfast on the second Saturday of each month. For more information, call (803) 547-5480 or go to web site. 

September 2012:

September 8, 2012 • VFW Breakfast for All! • 7-10AM • Breakfast includes pancakes, bacon, sausage and coffee for $6 and is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. The VFW is located at 1442 Harris Road, Fort Mill. The VFW serves breakfast on the second Saturday of each month. For more information, call (803) 547-5480 or go to web site. 

October 2012:

October 6, 2012 • 6 Hour Grind on the "Greenway" • This is a 6 hour singletrack mountain bike race, with 805 ft of elevation per lap, that will challenge participants both physically and mentally. They are teaming up with several local entities, Humane Society of York County, Team Up for Type 1 and Girl Scouts Troop 648 to bring you one exciting event. Check out the event T-shirt.
When? Saturday, October 6 from 10AM to 4PM. Early event registration through October 5 Day of registration: 8:00AM to 9:30AM
Where? Anne Springs Close Greenway. The event will be held at Anne Springs Close Greenway mountain bike trails. The start/finish location will be at the Field Trial Barn. The course distance will be roughly 9 miles of awesome singletrack with a elevation gain of 805 ft at the 2300 acre park. Course Map and Elevation
Who? Open to all, with 8 solo and 3 duo categories! Solo Duo Male Open Male 19 - 29 Male Female Open Male 30 - 39 Female Novice Female Male 40 - 49 Coed Single Speed Male 50+ This event will be sanctioned through USA Cycling. SAVE money and get your MTB License online today USAC Rider Release - Every rider must fill out at rider release form. Anyone under the age of 18 must have a legal guardian sign the release. www.usacycling.org. CMB events are organized by Charlotte Sports Cycling. For additional info, contact Neal Boyd at (704) 503-0138 or by email.  

October 13, 2012 • VFW Breakfast for All! • 7-10AM • Breakfast includes pancakes, bacon, sausage and coffee for $6 and is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. The VFW is located at 1442 Harris Road, Fort Mill. The VFW serves breakfast on the second Saturday of each month. For more information, call (803) 547-5480 or go to web site. 

October 25-27, 2012 • BOOK SALE! •
More than 10,000 books for adults and children are included in every sale, as well
as audio-visual materials. Materials are sorted by category and are priced as follows: Hardcover & softcover books for adults & children: $2.00 per inch, measuring the height of the book stack. • Mass-market paperbacks: 50¢ each • DVDs & audiobooks: $2.00 each • VHS tapes: $1.00 each • All materials are 1/2 PRICE on Saturday! Opening night for Friends members: Thursday, 5-8 p.m. Friends members only; annual memberships may be purchased or renewed at the door, beginning at $10 for individuals and $25 for families. Public Sale: Friday, 9AM-7PM; Saturday, 9AM-3PM. Saturday is half-price day! Sale will be held at the First ARP Church gymnasium, 201 E. White St., Rock Hill, SC. The gym is located behind the church, on Oakland Ave. • All book sale proceeds benefit York County Library programs. Call (803) 981-5837 for more information.

November 2012:

November 10, 2012 • VFW Breakfast for All! • 7-10AM • Breakfast includes pancakes, bacon, sausage and coffee for $6 and is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. The VFW is located at 1442 Harris Road, Fort Mill. The VFW serves breakfast on the second Saturday of each month. For more information, call (803) 547-5480 or go to web site. 

December 2012:

December 8, 2012 • VFW Breakfast for All! • 7-10AM • Breakfast includes pancakes, bacon, sausage and coffee for $6 and is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. The VFW is located at 1442 Harris Road, Fort Mill. The VFW serves breakfast on the second Saturday of each month. For more information, call (803) 547-5480 or go to web site.