 | FEBRUARY 2023 | COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER |
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Calhoun Connects is dedicated to connecting residents, businesses, and organizations in Calhoun County. We want to support YOU. Here are some ways you can participate:
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| CALHOUN EATS! |  |
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What's that DELICIOUS smell?
A NEW restaurant is coming to Calhoun County!
Smoke 'Em BBQ Joint will be located at 1713 Bridge Street in St Matthews. The opening date has not been set yet, but we'll keep you posted.
Follow the Smoke 'Em Facebook page for updates!
Psssst! Here's a sneak peak of their menu:
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This month's spotlight is on Calhoun County Council on Aging (CCCOA).
|  | CCCOA Executive Director, Jill Truesdale | Q&A with Jill:
What are you most excited about at CCCOA?
"Calhoun County Council on Aging is looking forward to growing more and providing engaging activities for the senior population in our county. We have monthly activities and yearly events we are hoping to continue like our Winter Ball."
What upcoming events are you looking forward to?
"The upcoming activity we are most looking forward to is our Spring trip to Alabama Theatre in North Myrtle Beach to see the new show ICONIC. In the Fall we are planning for our Senior Games, trip to the State Fair, and all the fun around the holiday season."
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Calhoun County Council on Aging (CCCOA) provides services to promote the well-being of aging persons residing in Calhoun County. CCCOA's purpose is to help maintain their independence, function to the best of their ability, and to inform them of resources, activities and opportunities available in the community.
Just look at all of the fun upcoming February events at CCCOA! Anyone aged 60 and over is encouraged to participate.
Follow the CCCOA Facebook page here. |  |
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| PURPLE MARTIN FESTIVAL |
Get ready for the Purple Martin Festival and Parade on Friday, April 21 and Saturday, April 22!
Interested in being a vendor?
Download the Vendor Application here. |  | Calling all singers, dancers, and performers!!!
If your dance company, church choir, praise team, or any groups or individuals are interested in performing at this year’s Purple Martin Festival, please call 803-655-7514 or email Zachary Tarrant at ztarrant@calhouncounty.sc.gov
There is limited space available for Saturday. Be a part of the Purple Martin Festival! | | FEBRUARY EVENTS | Please note information may have changed since time of publication.
Visit https://calhounconnects.com/calendar/ for details. |
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Youth Baseball and Softball Registration
| Wed, 1 Feb 2023 6:00-8:00pm SMYS Clubhouse
It’s that time of year again! 2023 baseball and softball registration for youth sports. |
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Calhoun County Soil & Water Conservation District Board Meeting | Thur, 2 Feb 2023 7:30-8:30am
Ag Bldg CCSWCD Board meetings are open to the public and welcome your participation. |
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Cameron Colts Youth Baseball and Softball Registration | Mon, 6 Feb 2023 5:30-7:30pm Cameron Ballfield
Youth Dixie Baseball and Softball. |
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Teen Conservation Film Fest | Tue, 7 Feb and Tue, 21 Feb 2023 5:00-7:00pm Calhoun County Library
For 7th – 12th grade students - A series of film, food, and fun! |
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I Got Killed? How? Murder Mystery | Tue. 7 Feb 2023 5:30-7:00pm
Calhoun County Library
Come solve a murder mystery at the Calhoun County Library. This is the first of a 6-week session. |
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Mini Health Clinic | Tue, 28 Feb 2023 8:30am-2:30pm John Ford Community Center
Free COVID Testing and Sickle Cell Information. No appointment needed. |
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Cameron Town Council Meeting (Regularly Scheduled) | 1st Monday of the Month 6:30pm
Cameron Town Hall Monthly Council meetings are held on the first Monday night of each month at 6:30PM at Town Hall unless otherwise posted. |
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Calhoun County Council Meeting (Regularly Scheduled) | 2nd & 4th Mondays of the Month 5:30pm
Annex Bldg
County Council Meetings are scheduled for the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month at 5:30 PM unless otherwise posted. |
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Mobile Mammography Unit | 1st Tuesday of the Month 9:30am-3:00pm
RMC Primary Care Mobile Mammography Unit (RMC) will visit St Matthews the 1st Tuesday of Every Month. Appointment and doctor’s order required. |
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Bee Creative | 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of the Month 5:00-6:30pm Calhoun County Library Crafts for adults and children include quilting, knitting, crochet, and others. Sewing machines and tools provided. |
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St Matthews Town Council Meeting (Regularly Scheduled) | 1st Tuesday of the Month 6:00pm
St Matthews Town Hall Meetings held on first Tuesday of the month at 6 pm unless otherwise posted. |
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Sandy Run Ruritans Meeting (Regularly Scheduled) | 1st Tuesday of the Month 7:00pm
Sandy Run Community Center
Monthly meeting of Sandy Run Ruritan Club. Ruritans promote fellowship, goodwill, and community through service, and seek like-minded members. Visitors are welcome! |
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Planning Commission Meeting (Regularly Scheduled) | 3rd Thursday of the Month 5:30pm
Annex Bldg
Planning Commission Meetings are scheduled for the 3rd Thurday of each month at 5:30 PM unless otherwise posted. |
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Music & Movement | 2nd & 4th Saturdays of the Month 11:00-11:30am
Calhoun County Library
Music & Movement is a fun way to let kids get their squiggles out and support early childhood language and literacy development. This 30-minute program is provided by Move with Celeste and is a favorite of parents and kids alike! |
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Yoga w/ Kathie | Every Monday 9:00-10:00am
Calhoun County Library
Basic yoga class for adults with Kathie Goodwin. Beginners welcome. $2 per class. |
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Strong & Limber w/ Summer | Every Tuesday 11:00am-12:00pm
Every Friday 11:30am-12:30pm
Calhoun County Library
Get flexible! Join Summer for gentle stretching on mats or in chairs that can help work out the creaks and kinks and improve balance and overall wellness. |
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Friends Book Sale | Every Tuesday 2:00-5:00pm
Calhoun County Library
FOCCL book sales are held in the Friends Room of the Library. |
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Mother Goose on the Loose | Every Wednesday 10:30-11:00am
Calhoun County Library
Join Miss Mary Jo for this fun, interactive 30-minute program for children ages 0-3 and their caregivers. |
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Adult Computer Class w/ Lauren | Every Wednesday 3:00-5:00pm
Calhoun County Library
Adults who want to learn new computer skills are encouraged to come to this weekly class. |
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Zumba w/ Kelly | Every Thursday 6:00-7:00pm
St Paul UMC Zumba w/ Kelly Kemmerlin - $6 per class. |
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| Submit Your Event! | | ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM THE COMMUNITY |
Fundraiser for Blyth Lyons
$100 Donation/Ticket. 1st Prize: 2023 Polaris RGR XP 1000 P; 2nd Prize: Blackstone 36" Griddle. Purchase tickets at: Carolina Eastern, Ace Hardware, Helena Chemical, Hair It Is, Blanchard Equipment, Nutrien Ag, or Holly Hill Farm Center. Drawing Held February 8, 2023.
Four Holes Fishing For Friends Tournament We are gearing up for our 18th Fishing for Friends Banquet, benefiting local families with special needs children. Every year we look for unique items from local businesses and persons to add to our live auction, silent auction and our raffles. No amount of money or service is too small. If you feel led to donate personally or from your business, please contact Amanda Joyner Johnson at (803) 378-5289. The banquet is on March 3, 2023. More Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/551613390191118
SC State University Community Health Worker Training Program SC State University has established a Community Health Worker (CHW) Training Program to recruit, train, and enable the next generation of minority Community Health Workers (CHWs) to address health disparity and improve health equity in rural SC. Please download the flyer here for more information.
Boards and Commissions Calhoun County is actively seeking individuals from the community who are interested in participating in a variety of boards and commissions.Joining a board or commission is a way that citizens can volunteer and get involved with their local government. Boards and commissions serve mostly in an advisory capacity to various County departments but some also hear appeals, provide expertise, advocate, and advise County Council. Calhoun County seeks diversity and balance in making appointment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, or disability.If you are interested, please visit the Boards & Commissions page of our website where you can submit an application. https://calhouncounty.sc.gov/boards-commissions
Heyward Park (Sandy Run) Rentals Now Available Plan your next family reunion at Heyward Park!!! We are now accepting rentals for picnic shelters!! Please contact our office at 803-655-7514 for more information!!! The park features 4 smaller picnic shelters and 2 larger picnic shelters. The park also features a playground, swing sets, tennis courts, basketball court, volleyball court, baseball field and a new horseshoe pit!!! Heyward Park is located at 312 Savany Hunt Creek Rd, Gaston, SC 29053.
2024 Comprehensive Plan Survey Attention all Calhoun County residents. If you would like to participate in the 2024 Comprehensive Plan for Calhoun County, complete the survey online as soon as possible. Express your wishes now on how you would like to see the county develop. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LY5FR9R
Calhoun County Animal Shelter Seeking Volunteers We are looking for a few people who would like to volunteer two days a month from 11 am-2pm on a Saturday and Sunday. Dates listed below. If you would like to volunteer please call (803) 874-2914. No age limit but anyone under 16 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian at all times. |  | | Submit Your Announcement! |
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Each month, we will feature a dog that is currently available for adoption at the Calhoun County Animal Shelter.
|  | Jazzy, 9 Months Old
"This little lady was picked up with her 5 siblings after being dumped on the side of the road in a small remote town. She is more than likely not potty trained. Must go to a house different from her other siblings because they have formed a pack mindset."
Take her home! For more info visit:
https://www.adoptapet.com/shelter/191725/available-pets/dogs
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