Aiken, September 25, 2025

News Summary

Aiken residents can enjoy a variety of community activities alongside warm weather in the coming week. With daytime highs around 90°F and scattered thunderstorms expected, events such as the Butterfly Monarchy Club meeting and the Bluegrass, Burgers & Brews event will provide engaging experiences for attendees. Key performances and fundraising events enrich the community calendar as well, catering to various interests.

Aiken Community Activities and Weather Update for September 25-30

Aiken residents can look forward to a range of community activities and a warm, mostly sunny weather forecast as the week progresses from September 25 to September 30. The temperatures will hover around 90°F in the afternoons with a chance of scattered showers and thunderstorms, particularly on Thursday and over the weekend.

Weather Forecast Overview

The weather across Aiken is expected to feature mostly sunny skies in the mornings, transitioning to scattered showers and thunderstorms in the afternoons. The high temperature will reach approximately 90°F, accompanied by southwest winds of 10 to 15 mph. There is a 50% chance of rain in the afternoons. As the evenings approach, cloudy conditions will prevail, with off and on rain showers that will lower temperatures to about 69°F, and southwest winds at 5 to 10 mph. A 40% chance of rain indicates a few wet spots during the evening hours.

Community Events on September 25

Several community activities are scheduled for September 25:

• Butterfly Monarchy Club Meeting: The meeting begins at 10 a.m. at St. John’s Methodist Church, featuring guest speakers from the Climate Reality Project discussing “The effects of climate change on pollinators.” Admission is free.
• Children’s Book Club: Taking place at 4 p.m. at the Aiken County Public Library, children will discuss “Front Desk” by Kelly Yang, with snacks and activities provided.
• Film Screening: An Italian language film “Golden Door,” rated PG-13, will be screened at the Aiken County Public Library at 6 p.m. This screening is organized by Partners in Friendship.
• Zombo Concert: Scheduled from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at The Alley as part of the Amp The Alley series.
• Jazz Performance: Enjoy “4 Cats in the Doghouse” playing from 7 to 9 p.m. at The Willcox.

September 26: Bluegrass, Burgers & Brews

On September 26, the Village at Woodside will host a Bluegrass, Burgers & Brews Event from 6 to 8 p.m. Visitors can enjoy burgers and brews served by the Village Cafe while listening to a live performance by Johnny & Darlene.

Fundraising Events on September 27

This Saturday, the community can participate in two significant fundraising events:

• 2025 Furry 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run: Starting at 8 a.m. at Generations Park, the 1-mile fun run registration is $15, while the 5K run registration is $25. Proceeds will benefit FOTAS and the Aiken County Animal Shelter.
• Aiken Garden Share Program: From 10 a.m. to noon at the Aiken County Public Library, herbalist Cheyenne Yates will speak on “Eat the Weed — Foraging for Edible and Medicinal Plants.”

Performances Over the Weekend

Saturday night’s entertainment features a concert by the North Mississippi Allstars at the Newberry Opera House at 7:30 p.m., with ticket prices between $40 to $50. On Sunday, September 28, the St. Mary Baptist Church will hold a homecoming celebration at 10 a.m., and later that day at 6 p.m., the Soweto Gospel Choir will perform at the Newberry Opera House, with ticket prices set at $35 for adults and $20 for children.

Upcoming Activities

On Monday, September 29, children can participate in a Kid’s Cooking Class at the Gregg Park Civic Center at 11 a.m., costing $25 and including all necessary supplies. The Aiken County Boys Choir will hold open practices and auditions for boys in grades 3-8 at 4 p.m. every Monday in September.

Additionally, “Let’s Go Bingo” will take place at Aiken Senior Life Services at 6 p.m. with a $5 cover charge, and game cards ranging from $1 to $25.

Tuesday Cinema Event

This coming Tuesday, September 30 will feature a double feature of “Hotel Transylvania” and “Hotel Transylvania 2” starting at 1 p.m. at the Aiken County Public Library.

Ongoing Events

The Fresh After 5 Market will continue until November 25 at the Aiken County Farmers Market, welcoming attendees every Tuesday from 5 to 8 p.m. Moreover, various support groups and artistic activities are available to engage the community throughout the week.

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