The popular annual WHITE ELEPHANT SALE by the American Legion Auxiliary returns to offer what-you-want and what-you-need at Camden’s Legion Post 17 headquarters, southeast of the West DeKalb Street overpass (1333 Chesnut Ferry Road) on Friday October 17 (2-7 PM) and Saturday October 18 (7 AM-3 PM).

 

At bargain prices for young and old, find specialty items, some new, some gently used. Shop ahead for Christmas or birthdays. Varieties range from lamps to rugs, kitchen to table, yard to garage, tools to gadgets, pictures to furniture…and more. The proceeds benefit local veterans, families, and youth programs.

Bring friends or family and join us anytime on the third Saturday to play board/card games together. For all ages.

The popular annual WHITE ELEPHANT SALE by the American Legion Auxiliary returns to offer what-you-want and what-you-need at Camden’s Legion Post 17 headquarters, southeast of the West DeKalb Street overpass (1333 Chesnut Ferry Road) on Friday October 17 (2-7 PM) and Saturday October 18 (7 AM-3 PM).

 

At bargain prices for young and old, find specialty items, some new, some gently used. Shop ahead for Christmas or birthdays. Varieties range from lamps to rugs, kitchen to table, yard to garage, tools to gadgets, pictures to furniture…and more. The proceeds benefit local veterans, families, and youth programs.

Join us for the Fostering Foster Barn Dance, our annual fundraiser. It’s an evening under the stars filled with fun, friends, and furry-friend love! Imagine the cool fall breeze, lanterns glowing, and good company gathered on the brick patio just outside the barn.

We’ll kick things off with a hearty meal from BColson —think satisfying dishes to fuel your night of dancing and mingling—and sip signature cocktails (and other favorites) at the open bar as twilight settles in. Then it’s time to hit the patio for line dancing under the sky. Pull on those boots & your Stetson & let’s save some lives!

Join Peggy McBride and her Newfie dog, Buddy, at the library! Buddy loves it when kids read to him. Bring your child to meet him! No registration necessary.

Polo fans and newcomers—come spend a fun-filled afternoon with us at the Camden Polo Beginner Clinics & Practice Chukkars! Enjoy the thrill of polo, tasty treats from food trucks , and music by DJ Jerry Taylor . Best of all, admission is 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 for fans! For more info, call (406) 360-2252

Join local attorney Johnny Kornegay to talk about the legal basics of wills, estates and probates. To reserve your free seat, call the Elgin library at 803-438-7881.

Law Talks are sponsored by the South Carolina Bar Public Services Division and are open and free to the public.

This month, our club is reading Redwood Court by Delana Dameron. Request a copy with the librarian today! New members welcome!

Join other Lego fans at the Bethune branch to build with the library’s Legos. For kids of all ages.

Join a local lawyer for a discussion on what new adults are legally allowed to do. Topics will include: voting, joining the military, medical treatment, wills and more. Reserve your free seat by calling 803-425-1508.

Law Talks are sponsored by the South Carolina Bar Public Services Division and are open and free to the public.

Kids and parents playing along are welcome to join us in playing with Legos at the library.

Come out to 20 Pinnacle Parkway in Elgin for a Trunk or Treat involving candy, music, bounce house, fire truck, food trucks and more. For more info, call 803-900-6806.

Midlands Regional Rehab Hospital is hosting their 4th Annual Trunk or Treat and are looking for vendors. If you are interested in being a vendor, call 803-900-6806. Join them for a spooktacular fun time.

CMC’s 10th Annual Oysters & BBQ Bash, featuring mouthwatering steamed oysters, BBQ with all the fixings, beer, wine, and music! Dinner will be provided by B.Colson / Haile Street Grill. All proceeds benefit the Community Medical Clinic of Kershaw County. Tickets are available online until October 19, 2025, and they typically sell out quickly, so be sure to get yours early!

Questions? Please get in touch with Mary Hill at mhill@cmcofkc.org or call 803-669-4457

Teens and tweens are invited to join other artists at the Elgin branch. They can sketch or color with the library supplies or bring their own. Ages 10-17 (10-12 MUST HAVE a parent present to participate).

The 2025 United Way of Kershaw County Chili Cookoff features all you can taste chili, entertainment for the kids, story time, Halloween costume contest and more.  All proceeds go to the United Way to be used right here in the community. For ticket and more info, go to uwkc.net

Lake Wateree Baptist Church would like to welcome all to our Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct. 25th from 10:00 until 2:00.   There will be hayrides, petting zoo, horse rides, games, facepainting, cake walk, obstacle course, food and more.   ALL FREE.  Address is 5856 River Rd., Ridgeway, SC

The Camden Community Concert Band will have their Fall Concert Sunday, October 26 at Historic Camden.  Start time is 3:00 pm  Admission is free. Bring a blanket or lawn chair.

Drop in to pick up our book of the month, Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia. Request a copy with the Elgin front desk today! New members welcome!

Join Peggy McBride and her Newfie dog, Buddy, at the library! Buddy loves it when kids read to him. Bring your child to meet him! No registration necessary.

Whether you are a seasoned knitter or crocheter or this is your first time to pick up yarn, all skill levels are welcome to join us for our crafting circle!

This month, our club is reading The Weight of Lies by Emily Carpenter. Request a copy at the Camden front desk. New members welcome!

Bring your child to the Bethune library for stories, songs, and more with Youth Librarian Lauren Decker! For ages 0-5.

If you’re looking to reenter the work force or need help with your career planning, drop by and see how SC Works can help.

Drop in for a chess club for all ages and skill levels! If you don’t know how to play, we offer free lessons for
ages 8 to adult.

Stop in anytime during branch hours for games, treats, and simple spooky crafts. NOTE: Bethune is closed for lunch from 2-3pm.

Celebrate the spooky season with some spooky stories and songs. For ages 0-5.

Begin your groundwork using the family history lessons and tools found on Ancestry Library Edition. Outline what you already know about your family and move backwards into your ancestry. Create a good search method using special tips and tricks for narrowing your returns. Ages 18+. Due to limited seating, register at the Camden branch or call 803-425-1508.

For more info on the trunk or treat, call 803-518-7229

Stop by the library to trick or treat with us! Costumes are not required. If you have an allergy or dietary restriction, we have non food treats as well.

The 5th Annual Jackfest involves live music all day, food, funnel cakes, bake sale, fire truck, games, vendors, dog costume contest and more. The event serves as a fundraiser for the Jack Russell Rescue. For more info, go to raintreejacks.org.

Polo fans and newcomers—come spend a fun-filled afternoon with us at the Camden Polo Beginner Clinics & Practice Chukkars! Enjoy the thrill of polo, tasty treats from food trucks , and music by DJ Jerry Taylor . Best of all, admission is 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 for fans! For more info, call (406) 360-2252

Springvale Baptist will host Fall Fest that will be FREE community fun for all ages. It will include a trunk or treat, train rides, cotton candy, sno cones, cake walk, hot dog supper, animal balloons, games for all ages and more. Admission is a non perishable food item or pop top canned good. For more information call 803-438-1505

Books on Broad will host Mark Fava for a book signing on Thursday, November 6, 2025, 5pm – 7 pm. A retired U.S. Navy Captain and a vice president at the world’s largest aerospace company, Fava is the author of Lessons from the Admiral: Naval Wisdom and Sea Stories for Leaders. Books on Broad is located at 944 Broad Street, Camden, S.C. 803-713-7323 Sun-Sat. The event is free and open to the public. Books will be available for purchase and autographing.

Join KCL for their fourth annual Roll Con at the Kershaw County Recreation Department at 1042 DeKalb St. in Camden! We’ll have open gaming tables for you to play KCL board games on with your friends or fam, a video game truck, giveaways, raffles, and more! We’ll also have vendors, food trucks, and authors selling awesome items for all ages. Sign up and join in on live RPGs with our DMs or participate in the cosplay contest for your chance at winning the Roll Con Cosplay trophy! For more information, visit www.kershawcountylibrary.org/rollcon

Kershaw County Board of Disabilities and Special Needs presents the fundraising Legends Gala honoring the late Dr. Paul Joseph and the late Mrs. Ruby Thompson. Dinner, Drinks, Door Prizes and live music from the Live In The Flesh Experience Band. For more info, contact Zenobia Corley at 803-432-4841.

An afternoon of sporting clays, Chili feast dinner and cocktails.

Fundraiser for Camden Polo Club unless otherwise noted

Self-guided driving tour of horse barns throughout the Camden equestrian community with lunch to follow at Camden Country Club.

Fundraiser for Camden Polo Club unless otherwise noted

11:30am lunch with 12:30pm Shotgun start followed by awards & cocktails benefits The Injured Jockey’s Fund. For more info, camdenpolo.org

Come support Camden Polo Club and watch a thrilling polo match in our Polo Lounge, or by tailgate. We will have DJ, food trucks, vendor village (great time to start holiday shopping), and field side fun!