August 17, 2025

Aiken County Community Events and Initiatives for August

News Summary

Aiken County is buzzing with community events in August, including a Summer Book Drive, anniversary celebrations, and various gatherings for all ages. Residents can participate in initiatives such as clothing exchanges, virtual services, and support groups. Upcoming highlights include a vigil for peace, art events, and family-friendly activities. This month promises enriching opportunities for engagement and connection within the community.

Aiken County Community Events and Initiatives for August 2025

Aiken County residents can look forward to a range of community events and initiatives throughout August 2025, offering opportunities for celebration, connection, and service. The month features events like a Summer Book Drive, an anniversary celebration for a local ministry, and diverse gatherings catered to all ages.

Weather Update

With sunny skies prevailing, temperatures in Aiken County will reach a high of 89°F, supported by light northeastern winds of 5-10 mph. Overnight lows will hover around 70°F.

Key Community Events

Summer Book Drive: Books-A-Million is hosting a Summer Book Drive at 243 Fabian Drive, allowing patrons to donate by purchasing selected items at the register. Donations will be accepted until Sunday, August 17.

18th Anniversary Celebration: New Life Outreach Ministries will host a celebration at their location on 616 Edgefield Road, Suite 100, North Augusta at 3 p.m. on August 17. Rev. Kirby Jackson is scheduled as the guest speaker. For further details, please call 803-257-2833.

Clothing Exchange: A Kid and Teen Clothing Exchange will take place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on September 12 and 13 at the Aiken County Public Library, located at 314 Chesterfield St SW. Clean, gently used children’s and junior’s clothes, ranging from newborn to size 20, will be accepted until September 4, alongside jackets, hats, scarves, and gloves.

Virtual Quaker Service: An open virtual service led by Quakers will commence on August 17, starting with a period of silence at 10 a.m. followed by online fellowship at 11 a.m. Interested individuals can contact Brenda for the Zoom link at [email protected] or via phone at 803-648-6020.

Upcoming Gatherings

Vigil for Peace: On August 18, from 4:30-5:30 p.m., the Aiken Women In Black and Moms Demand Action will conduct a Vigil for Peace and Non-violence on Whiskey Road across from The Fresh Market. Participants are encouraged to bring non-partisan signs or use those provided.

Jam Session: The Savannah River Stringband will host a jam session on August 4 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church, located at 2724 Whiskey Road. Musicians of all skill levels are welcome to join.

Bingo Night: Let’s Go Bingo is scheduled every Monday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. at Aiken Senior Life Services, with a $5 cover charge and game cards ranging from $1 to $25.

Dulcimer Meeting: Mountain Dulcimers of Aiken will gather at Living Hope Fellowship Church at 5 p.m. on August 19. All levels of players are invited to participate.

Book Club Discussion: A book club meeting will discuss “The Paris Novel” by Ruth Reichl on August 19 at 2:30 p.m. at Aiken County Public Library. Additional information can be requested via phone at 803-642-2020 ext. 3.

Support and Wellness Groups

A range of support groups will also meet regularly. Awesome Aiken Al-Anon meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at First Christian Church, and the Nar-Anon Aiken family group meets on Tuesdays at the same time at St. John’s Methodist Church. Additional options include Celebrate Recovery on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at Cedar Creek Church, and an online Depression Anxiety Bipolar Support Group via GoToMeeting App on Tuesdays from 7-8:30 p.m.

Future Events

Several family-friendly activities are on the horizon. Larry’s Litter Buster Kids Club will meet at Aiken State Park from 9-10 a.m. on August 20, followed by a showing of “The Wild Robot” (rated PG) at 2 p.m. the same day at the library. On August 21, a Tween Book Club discussing “New Kid” will occur at 4 p.m., requiring registration.

Of particular interest, an Art of Words Open Mic Poetry event will be held on August 21 from 5:45-7:45 p.m., with sign-ups starting at 5:45 p.m. A free Pop-Up Seed event, where patrons can obtain seeds, is scheduled for August 21 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the library.

A Thousand Horses, a country music band, will perform at the Newberry Opera House on August 22 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are priced from $45 to $60. Additionally, the Senior Fun Day at the Aiken Senior & Youth Center on August 29 from noon to 3 p.m. will have an admission cost of $5.

Furthermore, the Downtown Takeover on August 23 from 5-9 p.m. will provide entertainment options, including face painting, food trucks, and bounce houses. Lastly, the Health & Life Expo at the North Augusta Community Center is set for August 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

For art enthusiasts, the Summer Art Camp exhibit reception, which featured participant work, will take place at the Aiken Center for the Arts, providing free admission. Additionally, the Savannah River Site Museum is open with free admission from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday.

These events offer enriching opportunities for community engagement, support, and entertainment for the residents of Aiken County in the upcoming month.

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