Community Bulletin Board

St. Paul UMC Men’s Fish Fry
April 19, 2025 | 10:00 am | 511 Knights Hill Road Camden

Join the Saint Paul UMC Men for their annual Fish Fry at 10am. Hot and Fresh Fish Sandwiches, Fries, and delicious desserts from a bake sale are involved. For more information, 803-427-4910.

Pine Grove Tractor and Classic Car Cruise In
April 19, 2025 | 10:00 am - 3:00 pm | Pine Grove Community Center

A Tractor and Classic Car Cruise In will take place involving tractors, and classic cars, vendors, and a food truck. This is a free event, but donations will be accepted for park improvements. For more info, call 803-476-5791.

Camden Book Club
April 22, 2025 | 6:00 pm | Camden Library

This month, our club is reading The Light Pirate by Lily Brooks-Dalton. Request a copy at the Camden front desk. New members welcome!

Bethune Book Club
April 22, 2025 | 5:00 pm | Bethune Library

This month, our club is reading When Cicadas Cry by Caroline Cleveland. Request a copy with the librarian today! New members welcome!

Camden Dementia Dialogues
April 23, 2025 | 4:00 pm | Camden Library

Dementia Dialogues® – offered through the Office for the Study of Aging (OSA) at the University of South Carolina – is a 5-module, evidence-informed, nationally registered training course designed to educate community members and formal or informal caregivers for persons who exhibit signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD).  Julie Trott, Instructor.

Bethune LegoMania
April 24, 2025 | 4:00 pm | Bethune Library

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

Camden Lego Club
April 24, 2025 | 4:00 pm | Camden Library

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

Bethune Family Yoga
April 24, 2025 | 6:00 pm | Bethune Library

Join certified Yoga instructor Charlotte Matthews for a Yoga session suitable for the whole family!

Community Health Fair
April 27, 2025 | 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm | Camden Chick-fil-A Parking Lot

A Free Community Health Fair will involve blood pressure/blood sugar checks, diabetic counseling, heart health counseling, or have a question for a Doctor or nurse? Representatives of Kershaw County Council on Aging, the Fire Department, Family Resource Center, Camden PD, and Kershaw County Sheriff’s department will be on hand. There will be a puppet program for kids and face painting. Do you have a question about the Bible? Would you like someone to pray with you? Just need a hug? That will be available as well.

Elgin Book Club
April 28, 2025 | 5:00 pm | Elgin Library

This month, our club is reading The Nightingale by Kristen Hannah. Request a copy with the librarian today! New members welcome!

Bethune Knit Night
April 29, 2025 | 4:00 pm | Bethune Library

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!

Bethune Children’s Storytime
April 29, 2025 | 10:30 am | Bethune Library

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

Camden and Elgin SC Works
April 29, 2025 | 9:00 am - 11:00 am | Camden and Elgin Libraries

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.

Camden Dementia Dialogues
April 30, 2025 | 5:30 pm | Camden Library

Dementia Dialogues® – offered through the Office for the Study of Aging (OSA) at the University of South Carolina – is a 5-module, evidence-informed, nationally registered training course designed to educate community members and formal or informal caregivers for persons who exhibit signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD).  Julie Trott, Instructor.

Camden Chess Club
May 1, 2025 | 4:00 pm | Camden Library

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. In each session, we’ll also discuss tactics for your chess game. This week, we’re discussing puzzles.

Elgin #hangout
May 1, 2025 | 4:00 pm | Elgin Library

Need someplace to unwind and hang out with your friends or other tweens/teens? Come to KCL Elgin and socialize, play games, do artwork, work on a group project, or just chill with our lo-fi. No sign-up is required; just drop in and hang. For ages 12-17

Camden Open Game Night
May 2, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm | Camden Library

KCL invites teen gamers to come enjoy tabletop RPG and strategy-based board games at Open Game Night! Seats are limited, so RSVP is required to attend. Email markw@kershawcountylibrary.org to reserve your teen’s spot. Signups must be received no later than the Wednesday before the event! Space is limited. For ages 13-17.

Camden HSC Whiz Kids
May 2, 2025 | 10:00 am | Camden Library

Whiz Kids & Tween Team Field Day: Come for fun on Field Day!  Outdoor activities (weather permitting) requiring running, jumping, throwing, pulling – and laughing!  If it’s too hot we’ll set up some activities inside. For ages 5-11. No registration required.

Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser
May 3, 2025 | 8:00 am - 11:00 am | 1 Masonic Drive Lugoff

The Lugoff-Elgin Chapter #298 of The Order of the Eastern Star are having a Pancake Breakfast to raise money for the 2025 Columbia WALK to End Hydrocephalus on May 3rd from  8am to 11am. To be held at the Lugoff Masonic Lodge (1 Masonic Drive). Get 3 pancakes with 3 sausage links for $5. This does include 1 refill of pancakes and sausage links.

Hats Off to Mothers Fest
May 3, 2025 | 9:30 am | Town Green Camden

Calling all Midland Mothers and families to celebrate and honor the mothers and other maternal figures of our communities. Wear a hat in the Hat Parade departing from Camden City Hall at 9:45 am to the Town Green. Compete in the Hat Contest for Best Church Hat, Most Original Hat, and Best in Show Hat. Enjoy the on-stage program’s engaging mix of live entertainment, student participation, invited speakers, and main speaker, Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist Kathleen Parker, known for her wit and insight. Crowd pleasers include door prizes, mini performances by the Catawba Drummer Circle Group & Camden High School Jazz Band, appealing craft and vendor offerings, and engaging Kids Corner. Attendees visiting Camden’s fine shops and eateries after the event will receive a discount or “perk” from participating Camden merchants and restaurants if  they show their event programs. This family-fun, community event is co-hosted by the Palmetto State Mothers, a local nonprofit, and the City of Camden. BYO Lawn Chair. Service Pets Only. For more info, go to experiencecamdensc.com.

Camden DIY
May 5, 2025 | 5:00 pm | Camden Library

Spring Trinket Holder DIY: Renew your crafting skills by creating a lovely seashell decoration.  This will be our first two-part program due to needed drying time.  To finish your DIY, the second class will be on Wednesday, May 7th from 5:30-6:30 pm.  Please attend the first night to participate.  Call 803-425-1508 to register.  Ages 18+

Bethune PJ Storytime
May 6, 2025 | 6:00 pm | Bethune Library

Come enjoy a sweet bedtime story at the library. Don’t forget your jammies and teddy! Ages 0-8.

Camden Dementia Dialogues
May 7, 2025 | 4:00 pm | Camden Library

Dementia Dialogues® – offered through the Office for the Study of Aging (OSA) at the University of South Carolina – is a 5-module, evidence-informed, nationally registered training course designed to educate community members and formal or informal caregivers for persons who exhibit signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD).  Julie Trott, Instructor.

Camden DIY Part 2
May 7, 2025 | 5:30 pm | Camden Library

Spring Trinket Holder DIY (pt. 2): Finish creating a lovely seashell decoration.  This will be our second in a two-part program. To participate in this DIY, make sure to attend the Mon. May 5 class.  Call 803-425-1508 to register.  Ages 18+

Camden Law Talk
May 8, 2025 | 5:30 pm | Camden Library

Rights & Duties of Tenants: Join local attorney Johnny Kornegay at the library to discuss need-to-know legal information on the rights and duties of tenants. Please call 803-425-1508 to register. Sponsored by the SC Bar Public Services Division.

Bethune Family Yoga
May 8, 2025 | 6:00 pm | Bethune Library

Join certified Yoga instructor Charlotte Matthews for a Yoga session suitable for the whole family!

Camden Lego Club
May 8, 2025 | 4:00 pm | Camden Library

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

Camden Little Explorer’s
May 9, 2025 | 10:30 am | Camden Library

Cherry Blossoms: The cherry blossom trees will soon bloom… let’s make a wind sock and see! Register by emailing laurend@kershawcountylibrary.org. For ages 2-5.

Elgin SaturYAY
May 10, 2025 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm | Elgin Library

Here Comes the Sun: Bring your child to make fun things to enjoy the coming months’ sunshine! Sign up by emailing your child’s name, age, and time preference (10 or 11 AM) to hannag@kershawcountylibrary.org or call the Elgin branch at 803-438-7881. Suggested ages 3-12.

Elgin BLOX
May 13, 2025 | 4:00 pm | Elgin Library

Kids and teens of all ages are welcome to come build with varying items at the Elgin library! We have Legos, K’nex, Keva Planks, and more. It’s a great way to add a little STEM into the day!

Bethune Children’s Storytime
May 13, 2025 | 10:30 am | Bethune Library

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

Elgin Take and Make
May 13, 2025 | 9:00 am - 6:00 pm | Elgin Library

Sunny Take-and-Make: Pick up a craft kit at the Elgin library to celebrate the warmth of a new season! While supplies last. Limit 3 per family.

Camden Master Gardner
May 13, 2025 | 2:00 pm | Camden Library

Composting: Join Jackie Jordan, Master Gardener Coordinator, to learn tips and tricks on how to compost with worms. Come grow with us!

Bethune Knit Night
May 13, 2025 | 4:00 pm | Bethune Library

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!

Camden Middler Meets
May 14, 2025 | 1:00 pm | Camden Library

Puzzle Pandemonium: Which small group can finish a 300-piece puzzle the fastest, with each group getting the same puzzle? Ages 12-17. Register by emailing laurend@kershawcountylibrary.org

Bethune SC Works
May 14, 2025 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm | Bethune Library

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.

Camden Chess Club
May 15, 2025 | 4:00 pm | Camden Library

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. In each session, we’ll also discuss tactics for your chess game. This week, we’re discussing recognizing common opening tactics.

Elgin #hangout
May 15, 2025 | 4:00 pm | Elgin Library

Need someplace to unwind and hang out with your friends or other tweens/teens? Come to KCL Elgin and socialize, play games, do artwork, work on a group project, or just chill with our lo-fi. No sign-up is required; just drop in and hang. For ages 12-17

Camden Shrine Club Classic Car Cruise In
May 16, 2025 | 6:00 pm | 1381 Kershaw Highway Camden

The Camden Shrine Club hosts a Cruise in for a Cause. Classic Cars with a $20 registration fee children’s and people’s choice awarded the night of the cruise in. The event will be family friendly with food trucks and bouncy houses for the kiddos. There will be a DJ providing entertainment.

Camden A Genealogical Journey
May 16, 2025 | 2:30 pm | Camden Library

Looking for your family history?  Dig into KCL’s collection of genealogical resources with Cris Wilson, Reference Librarian.  Newspapers cover area news including marriages, deaths, and other major events.  Learn how to find newspaper information from over 100 South Carolina newspapers.

Bethune Book Club
May 20, 2025 | 5:00 pm | Bethune Library

This month, our club is reading Rough Sleepers by Tracy Kidder. Request a copy with the librarian today! New members welcome!

Bethune Family Yoga
May 22, 2025 | 6:00 pm | Bethune Library

Join certified Yoga instructor Charlotte Matthews for a Yoga session suitable for the whole family!

Camden Lego Club
May 22, 2025 | 4:00 pm | Camden Library

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

Bethune LegoMania
May 22, 2025 | 4:00 pm | Bethune Library

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

Elgin Strategy Saturday
May 24, 2025 | 10:00 am | Elgin Library

Drop in during business hours to enjoy a game with friends or family! We have games you can play or bring your own. There’s something for everyone! For all ages.

Rev. Loman Jones and the Old Timers 12th Anniversary
May 25, 2025 | 4:00 pm | 1042 Dekalb Street in Camden

Rev. Loman Jones and the Old Timers will celebrate their 12th Anniversary with a show at the KC Recreation Department including The Conquers of Lancaster, The Heavenly Aires of Tookiedoo, The Gospel Hi-Lites of Lugoff, the Singing Angels of Sumter and the McDuffies of Bennettsville. For ticket and more information, call 803-475-3181 or 303-475-4179.

Elgin Book Club
May 26, 2025 | 5:00 pm | Elgin Library

This month, our club is reading Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon. Request a copy with the Elgin front desk today! New members welcome!

Bethune Children’s Storytime
May 27, 2025 | 10:30 am | Bethune Library

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

Bethune Knit Night
May 27, 2025 | 4:00 pm | Bethune Library

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

Camden Book Club
May 27, 2025 | 6:00 pm | Camden Library

This month, our club is reading Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver. Request a copy at the Camden front desk. New members welcome!

Camden and Elgin SC Works
May 27, 2025 | 9:00 am - 11:00 am | Camden and Elgin Libraries

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.

Camden Chess Club
May 29, 2025 | 4:00 pm | Camden Library

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. In each session, we’ll also discuss tactics for your chess game. This week, we’re discussing advanced checkmates.

Bethune Movie Night
May 29, 2025 | 5:00 pm | Bethune Library

Join us for a family-friendly movie at the Bethune branch, courtesy of our library streaming service, Kanopy!

Bethune Preschool Game Day
May 29, 2025 | 10:30 am | Bethune Library

Stop in and play some fun age-appropriate games with us! We’ll be learning how to take turns and be a good sport.

Weekly Events

Elgin Sub Dub Club
Elgin Library

Every Monday

Join anime fans ages 13+ to watch popular anime shows, courtesy of Crunchyroll. We’re watching titles like Kaiju No. 8, Frieren, DB Super, and more. No SDC on Monday, Sept. 2 & Sept. 23. For ages 13 to adult.

Elgin Anime & Art
Elgin Library

Every Monday

Tweens & Teens can drop in to watch anime and create art! Use our art supplies or bring your own or just join us for great shows like One Piece, Dragon Ball Super, Fairy Tale, and more! Ages 10-17. Parent permission required.

Bethune D & D Club
Bethune Library

Every Saturday | Join us for our weekly Dungeons and Dragons club! Whether this is your first dungeon crawl or you’ve been playing for years, we’d love for you to join! New members welcome at any session! Ages 13 to adult.

Elgin Get Set to Read Storytime
Elgin Library

Every Thursday | Join us for stories, songs and fun. For ages 3-5.

Bethune Coffee and Current Events
Bethune Library

Every Wednesday |Stop by the Bethune branch for free coffee and discussion of local news!

Camden Baby Storytime
Camden Library

Every Wednesday | We’ve got great fun for our smallest guests… baby storytime! Stories, songs, and movement for ages 0 – 2 is hosted by Ms. Lauren, KCL Youth Librarian.