Veterans Day Ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 11, on the courthouse grounds. Honoring the men and women who faithfully served our nation and preserved our freedom and liberty. Info: 843-393-9116 or www.darlingtonveteransmemorial.com

 

The City of Darlington Grab A Bag SC Litter Collection will be held from 9 a.m. to 12 noon Saturday, November 13, beginning at the City Administration Building, 410 Pearl Street. Trash bags, grabbers, and safety vests will be provided. Water and light refreshments available for volunteers. Participants can sign up for Grab A Bag SC in their own community by visiting PalmettoPride's event page at www.palmettopride.org. After you've picked up your bag, challenge three friends to do the same. Just tag them on your favorite social media platform using #GrabABagSC. Additionally, that Saturday, staff will distribute tarps in an effort to combat litter from unsecured loads, some of the main sources of litter contributing to more than 20 percent of roadside debris. According to state law, no vehicle shall be driven on any public highway unless it is loaded or covered to prevent its load from dropping, escaping, or shifting.

LAST WEEK: Black Creek Arts conjures The Art of Darkness, a juried exhibition, through Nov. 12 at the Center, 116 W. College Ave., Hartsville. Exhibit is FREE, and the public is encouraged to attend.

 

Today

McLeod Health Host Job Fair from 3 to 7 p.m. Monday, November 8, at the Florence Center, 3300 W. Radio Drive, Florence. We are hiring for all McLeod Health locations and physician practices in SC. Bring your resume and dress for success. Masks will be required and social distancing observed. Visit jobs.mcleodhealth.org for a full list of job opportunities. 

A meeting of the City of Darlington Board of Zoning Appeals will be held at City Hall, 400 Pearl St., at 6 p.m. Monday, Nov. 8, for the purpose of those interested in the Appeal to the Board, for a variance to install digital signs at 38 Public Square. Individuals may submit comments in writing by Thursday, Nov. 4, to City of Darlington, Attn: Building & Codes, 400 Pearl St., Darlington, SC 29532, or they may provide comments in person at the Board of Zoning Appeals meeting. Info: 843-398-4000 x 105 or smarie@cityofdarlington.com.

Darlington County School District Board of Education holds its regular monthly meeting at 6 p.m. on Nov. 8 and on the second Monday of each month at DCSD Administrative building, 120 E. Smith Ave., Darlington.

The Knitting & Crochet Club of Lamar will meet at 4 p.m. on Mondays at the Lamar Library, 103 E. Main St., Lamar. Info: 843-326-5524

Monday Night is Spaghetti Night at Joe's Grill, 306 Russell St., Darlington. Info: 843-944-0626

Pickle Ball at Darlington Country Club, 125 Country Club Road, Darlington, will be held at 7 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays.

Alcoholics Anonymous meets weekly at 8 p.m. Monday nights at Trinity United Methodist Church in Darlington. Use the Orange Street entrance. Info: 843-395-6897

Tuesday

Pizza & Pen Pals, Sending Hope & Love to the Elderly will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Nov. 9 and the second Tuesday of the month at Northwood Family Worship Center Fellowship Hall, 1100 E. McIver Road, Darlington. Pizza, drinks, and pen pal info provided. RSVP to Teressa Wright 843-731-5586

Keep Darlington County Beautiful Committee meets at 8:30 a.m. on Nov. 9 and on the second Tuesday of the month at the Darlington Library, 204 N. Main St., or County Fire HQ, 137 N. Center Rd., Hartsville. Info: Gary White gwhite@darcosc.net

Darlington City Council: 6:30 p.m. on November 9 and on the first Tuesday of the month except where noted (*). Remaining dates for 2021 is December 7. Due to COVID restrictions, there is limited seating in the courtroom with preference given to staff, council, and members of the media. Watch the meeting live HERE. You can find the agenda posted online by noon Monday prior to the meeting here. Submit comments to council by noon Monday prior to the meeting to be read aloud during the meeting to rock@cityofdarlington.com or by mail anytime to City of Darlington Planning, P.O. Box 57, Darlington, SC 29540.

PRAYER GATHERING: All are welcome to join fellow believers daily at 7 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays as we pray for the upcoming revival at Dominion Church, 1030 Pearl St., Darlington.

The Rotary Club of Hartsville meets at 1 p.m. Tuesdays at Pam's Restaurant, 1009 W. Bobo Newsome Hwy., Hartsville.

Joe's Grill celebrates Wing Night on Tuesday nights at 306 Russell St., Darlington. Dine-in only. Info: 843-944-0626

Wing specials, Drink Specials and Karaoke Every Tuesday Night at the Darlington Moose Lodge, 1056 N. Governor Williams Hwy., Darlington.

Each Tuesday at 5:30 p.m., Darlington Country Club will hold 9-hole scramble. $10 per player goes into the pot for prize money. 843-393-0236

Pickle Ball at Darlington Country Club, 125 Country Club Road, Darlington, will be held at 7 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays.

Call the Darlington Country Club to make your reservations for our Member Family Night Buffet. (843) 393-0236

Wednesday

The Carolina Plastics Recycling Council will host a webinar, Carolina Plastics Recycling Council Conference, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 10. Join other companies to hear about and discuss new innovations in the plastic recycling industry. Speakers will present about facility expansions, new end markets, and policies affecting the industry. Presenters will update attendees on the state of plastics markets and what the industry can expect for the foreseeable future.

Non-Traditional Methods of Financing Your Business - Vets Fall 2021 will be held at noon Wednesday, November 10. Free. Register here.

Ready, Set, Sell: Doing Business with the Government will be held at 3 p.m. Wednesday, November 10. Register here.

Senior Movie Mornings will be held at 10 a.m. on Nov. 10 and the second and fourth Wednesday of the month at the Lamar Library, 103 E. Main St., Lamar. Info: 843-326-5524

Join Central Baptist Church Pastor Tim Coker each Wednesday at 9 a.m. for Flight Training, his mid-week Bible study, at https://cbcdarlington.com/.

St. Matthew's Church will hold a Virtual Men's Bible Study at 7 a.m. on Wednesdays and an evening service at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesdays in the church, 210 S. Main St.

Sunrise Rotary Club of Hartsville meets every other Wednesday at 7:30 am at the Greater Hartsville Chamber of Commerce Board Room, 214 N. Fifth St. The Rotary Club of Hartsville is a part of District 7770 of the Eastern South Carolina. (843) 229-2729 or hartsvillesunriserotary@gmail.com

Enjoy Wine Down Wednesdays at Chianti's Wings & Things, 124 Cashua St., Darlington, from 4 to 9 p.m. with wine and wing specials. (843) 944-0880

Carolina Nightlife & Grill will hold a Cornhole Tournament every Wednesday at 2244 Harry Byrd Hwy., Darlington. Anyone can play. Register at 6 p.m. with play starting at 6:30 p.m. All skill levels welcome. Tournament is blind/random partner draw, double elimination format. Cost is $10 per person for the Advanced Bracket and $5 per person for the Tailgate Bracket. If you can average 2 in the hole every time, we recommend the advanced bracket. Cash prizes for winning teams.

Test-N-Tune / N/T Grudge held every Wednesday night at Darlington Dragway, 2056 E. Bobo Newsome Hwy., Hartsville. Gates open at 5 p.m. Testing starts at 6 p.m. Spectator admission: $15. Testing Fee: $10. Info: 843-383-0008

 

Thursday

PRAYER GATHERING: All are welcome to join fellow believers daily at 7 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays as we pray for the upcoming revival at Dominion Church, 1030 Pearl St., Darlington.

Veterans Day Ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 11, on the courthouse grounds. Honoring the men and women who faithfully served our nation and preserved our freedom and liberty. Info: 843-393-9116 or www.darlingtonveteransmemorial.com

The Annual Hartsville Veterans Day Celebration will be held November 11, at 11 a.m. in Burry Park, 131 Cargill Way, Hartsville.

Adult Craft Classes will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Nov. 11 and the second Thursday of the month at the Lamar Library, 103 E. Main St., Lamar. Info: 843-326-5524

The American Legion Post 13 of Darlington meets at 6 p.m. Nov. 11 and the second Thursday of the month at 1752 Harry Byrd Highway, Darlington. All veterans are welcome.

Learn the Basics of Google Ads with the Women's Business Center at 11 a.m. Thursday, November 11. Free. Register here.

The Darlington County Humane Society BBQ Fundraiser will be held Thursday, Nov. 11, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at West Hartsville Baptist Church, 1003 W. Carolina Ave., Hartsville, and from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at First Church of God, 620 N. Main St., Darlington. Plates catered by Schoolhouse BBQ of Scranton are $9 each and include BBQ, rice, liver or red gravy, sweet potato souffle, slaw, and bread. Purchase tickets at the door or in advance at West Hartsville Baptist Church, Re-Tail Therapy, The Nook, Colours, CJ's Cakes and Catering, First Church of God, Bella Domani, Vaughan Insurance, or Merle Norman in Darlington. Homemade baked goods will be for sale at both locations.

Be Septic Safe. Free Webinar at 4 p.m. November 11. Join us for the free webinar to learn more about your septic system and how proper care can directly affect our SC waterways. Participants will learn maintenance tips, what to expect during the inspection process, and will have the opportunity to participate in a Q&A portion with SCDHEC. Register here or contact Charly Greenthaler (charlym@clemson.edu) for more information

Freedom Baptist Church will hold a Bring a Friend Day from 6 to 8 p.m. Nov. 11 in the church fellowship hall, 1416 Lamar Highway, Darlington. Children will have a Bible story and a Christmas craft. Adults will have a class on budgeting with a breakout session on working on their independent budgets, followed by a Q&A sessions. Info: 843-393-8047 or freedomdarlington@outlook.com

I Dreamed a Dream: A Night of Broadway with the Trent Hill Center will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 11, at Center Theater, 212 N. Fifth St., Hartsville. Proceeds from the event will benefit the development of Trent Hill Center's newest community program, Supervised Independent Living (SIL). SIL will serve youth in foster care ages 18-21 and is designed to teach life skills necessary for independence and self-sufficiency.

Instagram Workshop hosted by SCORE Business Mentor will be held at noon Thursday, November 11. Free. Register here.

On Thursdays, Darlington Country Club will hold an individual points game (points based off your USGA handicap). Tee off anytime during the day and add $20 to the pot. Blind draw at 6:30 p.m., need not be present to win. Everyone participating must play with someone else that is in the game.

Central Baptist Church will hold Multi-Focus Thursday at 6 p.m. Nov. 11 in the Activity Buidling at the church, 512 Spring St., Darlington. Info: (843) 393-8581

Enjoy classic Shrimp-N-Grits (or pork chip and grits) at Joe's Grill on Thursday nights at 306 Russell St., Darlington.

Al-Anon, a fellowship of adult relatives and friends of alcoholics for mutual support, will meet at 8 p.m. on Thursday at the Hartsville AA Hut, 310 S. McFarland St. Info: https://al-anon.org or 843-992-2981

 

Friday

The Lamar Beautification Committee will meet from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Nov. 12 and the second Friday of every month at Town Hall, 117 Main St. Come support the Town of Lamar's efforts for a clean and beautiful town. 843-326-5551

Dueling Pianos will be at Darlington Country Club at 7 p.m. Nov. 12. Cost: $20 for members and $30 for others. Small plates and appetizers menu. Cash bar. Reservations by Nov. 5. No door entry. You can purchase your tickets at https://www.eventcreate.com/e/dccduelingpianos.

Radio Vibe will perform Classic Rock from the 70s to the 90s LIVE at the Grand Old Post Office at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 12, 201 Pearl St., Darlington. Dinner at 6 p.m. Tickets are $25. Info: 843-944-0157

Shiftin' Gears, an exciting, innovative, party cover duet, will bring the full, powerful variety band experience to the stage at Darlington Moose Lodge from 9 p.m. to midnight Friday, Nov. 12.

Enjoy Steak Night with Joe's Grill on Friday nights at 306 Russell St., Darlington. Dine-in only. Info: 843-944-0626

Fahrenheit 225 will have Trivia & Rock Bingo Night on Fridays beginning at 7 p.m. Pick up to-go orders at 26 Public Square, Darlington. Open from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. Call in take-out orders at (843) 944-0321.

Enjoy Karaoke & Comedy Night at Chianti's Wings & Things, 124 Cashua St., Darlington, beginning at 7 p.m. every Friday night. Come through and kick back, relax and enjoy yourself.

 

Saturday

The Darlington Soup Kitchen is open from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Saturday mornings at 586 W. West Broad St.

The City of Darlington Grab A Bag SC Litter Collection will be held from 9 a.m. to 12 noon Saturday, November 13, beginning at the City Administration Building, 410 Pearl Street. Trash bags, grabbers, and safety vests will be provided. Water and light refreshments available for volunteers. Participants can sign up for Grab A Bag SC in their own community by visiting PalmettoPride's event page at www.palmettopride.org. After you've picked up your bag, challenge three friends to do the same. Just tag them on your favorite social media platform using #GrabABagSC. Additionally, that Saturday, staff will distribute tarps in an effort to combat litter from unsecured loads, some of the main sources of litter contributing to more than 20 percent of roadside debris. According to state law, no vehicle shall be driven on any public highway unless it is loaded or covered to prevent its load from dropping, escaping, or shifting.

The Beacon of Light Institute For Veterans will hold VICTORIES FOR VETERANS Benefit from 12 noon to 6 p.m. Saturday, November 13, at the Old Hardee Boys Home, 1133 Timmonsville Hwy., Darlington. To learn more about the organization, visit www.beaconoflightinstituteforveterans.org.

New Beginnings Church will hold its first Block Party from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 13, at the church, 1517 Bobo Newsom Hwy., Hartsville. Free. Food, fun, music, and outreach.

Faith Plus Ministry Community Outreach will be held Nov. 13 and every second Saturday of the month from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., to help those that are in need of food, clothing and household goods. Event begins at 1 p.m. Hosted by Kingdom of Gods Children at 811 N. Governor Williams Highway, Darlington. Everyone in the surrounding Darlington County are All welcome to attend. Food and Refreshments will be served. If anyone has any barely used clothing and household items they will like to donate, please contact Sis Laura Byrd (843) 420-9150 for more detail and information.

The Pee Dee Antique Bottle Club will hold its Second Annual Show on Saturday, Nov. 13. Free admission. Info: clarence@criswell.net or 843-326-5061

 

Sunday

Central Baptist Church will hold Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. Sundays at the church, 512 Spring St., Darlington. Regular worship services are held at 10:30 a.m. Sundays in the sanctuary as well as via livestream. Info: (843) 393-8581

Darlington Presbyterian Church holds service at 11 a.m. on Sundays with Sunday School at 9:45 a.m. at the church, 311 Pearl St.

Children's Activities begin at 5 p.m. Sundays with Kids for Christ at the Kid Central Building then share the love of God with them through teaching and songs from 6 to 7 p.m. for Children's Musical Practice at Central Baptist Church, 512 Spring St., Darlington.

St. Matthew's Church will hold an In-Person and Virtual Church Service at 11 a.m. Sundays. Info: 843-393-4112

Lee Street First Church of God brings the Word of God to you. Connect via Facebook Live or Zoom 646-558-86-56 ext. 222 777 7676. Sunday worship service at 11 a.m. Tuesday midday prayer at noon. Wednesday Bible Study at 6 p.m. Prayer Hotline 1-888-409-8880. Info: 843-393-2672

Mechanicsville Baptist Church will hold indoor church services and Facebook live service at 10:30 a.m. Sundays at the church, 2364 Cashua Ferry Road, Darlington. All are welcome.

Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church in Lamar will hold services at 11 a.m. in person or online. Masks required in person. (843) 332-1188.

Monday

St. Matthew's Church will hold Virtual Women's Bible Study at 7 a.m. on Monday live from the Purple Fish. Contact Janet Stoda via Janet@saintmatthews.us for study materials.

Story Time will be live at 10 a.m. Mondays at the Darlington Library, 204 N. Main St. Info: 843-398-4940

Central Baptist Church will hold Merry Makers at noon Monday, Nov. 15 at the church, 512 Spring St., Darlington. Meal will be served. Info: (843) 393-8581

Central Baptist Church invites all men to a special service C'Mon Man at 6 p.m. Monday, Nov. 15, in the Activity Building at the church, 512 Spring St., Darlington. Regular worship services are held at 10:30 a.m. Sundays in the sanctuary as well as via livestream. Info: (843) 393-8581

 

Mark Your Calendars

Operation Christmas Child Collection Week will be Nov. 15-22 at Central Baptist Church, 512 Spring St., Darlington. Info: (843) 393-8581

Children's church for ages 6-12 will open back up at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 21, at Northwood Family Worship Center, 1100 E. McIver Road, Darlington.  Praise & worship, puppets, Rovercomer the Dog, Deputy Dugan, crafts, & many fun things planned for upcoming services. Parents are not required to stay for adult services but are welcome to stay and get spiritually fed as well. It's about the relationship and not the religion. Come as you are but not leave as you came. Adult services are at 10:30 a.m. Sundays and 7 p.m. Wednesdays.

S.C. Commerce is hosting a Virtual Export Training session on how to file Electronic Export Information using the new mandatory ACE system from 10 a.m. to 12 noon on Tuesday, Nov. 16. Register here.

Jotina Fashions, custom clothing tailors, will be at The Grand Old Post Office on Nov. 18. Members, please call to schedule appointment. Owner Michael Sajan, owner will send his personably trained tailor (and his nephew) Ben to do all measurements and provide many, many fabrics to choose from. Women and men are both welcome! Reasonable and affordable! Call GOPO 843-944-0157, schedule time, and show up with your favorite fitting suit.

Holiday Food Bazaar and Art Sale will be held from 1 to 4:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 19, at Trinity United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall on Orange Street. Pies, casseroles, cakes, soups, and more. Proceeds to benefit local missions.

Midgets with Attitude Welcome Back Tour begins at 9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 19, at Carolina Nightlife & Grill, 2244 Harry Byrd Hwy. Info: 843-395-3100

Darlington Raceway will offer fans the opportunity to drive their personal vehicles around the iconic 1.366-mile egg-shaped oval with Track Laps for Charity from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 20. The $20 donation per car will go to Toys for Tots and Darlington Shares.

CNL Favorite Tyler Hammond will perform at 9:30 p.m. Nov. 20 at Carolina Nightlife & Grill, 2244 Harry Byrd Hwy. Info: 843-395-3100

The Annual Turkey Giveaway will be held at 6 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 23, on the Public Square. To donate, please make checks payable to The Lord Cares and mail to Eads Chiropractic Center, 208 Cashua St., Darlington SC 29532.

Start Thanksgiving off right by building an appetite running the 30th Annual Hartsville Turkey Trot Thanksgiving morning at 9 a.m. Nov. 25. This event is one of the largest Road Races in the area, drawing over 600 runners to this race every year. The race starts in front of the YMCA, 111 E. Carolina Ave., and runs through the historic areas of Hartsville returning to the Y. Proceeds for this event go to YMCA. So come out and continue or start your family tradition today. Info: 843-383-4547

Darlington Country Club will hold its Annual Christmas Bazaar from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 4, at the club, 125 Country Club Road, Darlington. Vendors should email events@darlingtoncountryclub.com. Info: (843) 393-0236

The Darlington Rescue Squad hosts the Darlington Christmas Parade at 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 5, beginning at Fitness World Gym on Pearl Street and end at the Public Square.

The Darlington Kiwanis Club will hold the Annual Carol Lighting Service at 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 5, following the Christmas Parade on the Public Square.

New Year's Eve Block Party Downtown! Level 10 Band & Show will help Darlington ring in the New Year right as part of the DDRA's Bringing Downtown Alive! Concert Series from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Dec. 31 at the Public Square. Balloon drop, car show, food, cornhole tournament, Pepsi, and more. Bring a chair. Sponsor info. Vendor Info. Info: 843-992-1561 or info@buildupdarlington.org

Due to the weather forecast, the Darlington Country Club's Chafee Jones III Memorial Golf Tournament has been rescheduled for March 12. Info: (843) 393-0236

Official Throwback Weekend of NASCAR May 6-8 at Darlington Raceway. You can get your tickets and camping lined up by visiting www.darlingtonraceway.com or calling 866-459-7223.

Southern 500 Weekend Sept. 2-4 at Darlington Raceway. You can get your tickets and camping lined up by visiting www.darlingtonraceway.com or calling 866-459-7223.

GENERAL COVID-19 INFORMATION

DHEC Careline 855-472-3432: Get answers to common questions about the Corona Virus from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. seven days a week.

DHEC Sponsored Testing at Darlington County Health Department,305 Russell St., Darlington. From 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. weekdays, with a break from 12 noon to 1 p.m. No appointment necessary. Preregistration encouraged: 1-855-472-3432 or scdhec.gov/gettested.

COVID-19 Funeral Assistance Line Number (844) 684-6333, TTY (800) 462-7585. Hours of Operation: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday. 

 

CITY SERVICES

Darlington City Hall has reopened to the public at a limited capacity. Hours of operation remain 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

• Individuals may only enter through the front door of City Hall, 400 Pearl St.
• Individuals must wear a mask.
• Individuals must maintain social distancing of six (6) feet from others.
• A maximum of three (3) people will be allowed in the reception area at any one time. Others must wait outside.
• Restrooms will not be open to the public.

Individuals are still encouraged to do as much business by telephone and email as possible. City staff will be available, and essential services will not be interrupted. Below are the numbers to call for specific questions.

You may call the following numbers with service-related issues

• Emergencies, call 911
• Business Licenses - 843-398-4000 ext. 101
• Permits - 843-398-4029
• Water/Sewer, Normal Business Hours,  - 843-398-4040
• Water/Sewer, After 5 p.m.,  -  843-758-1127
• Fire, Non-emergency - 843-398-4013
• Police, Non-emergency - 843-398-4026
• Municipal Court - 843-398-4004
• Streets & Sanitation - 843-398-4035
• Media Inquiries - 843-992-1561

Download the DDRA Membership Application here. Download a Map Location Form for your business. Return to info@buildupdarlington.org or DDRA, P.O. Pox 57, Darlington, SC 29540.

To have your event listed on our websites, please email info@buildupdarlington.org or call 843-398-4000 the week prior to your event. The DDRA office has moved to City Hall, 400 Pearl St. If you need us, call 843-992-1561 or email info@buildupdarlington.org. Thanks!

Established in 1956, family owned, Thad Weinberg's Sausage makes our sausage using our family recipe. We sell pork products as well as process wild game at 1014 Pearl St. In Darlington. (843) 393-2544