WRDW-TV News 12 / Community Calendar for Augusta, Ga., and the CSRA

First annual Westobou Festival expected to boost economy
Last Updated: 9:03 AM 09/19/08 - It's been a year in the making, but the first day of Westobou is finally here. The ten-day extravaganza is expected to bring thousands of visitors and thousands of dollars.
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Electronics Recycling Day - Saturday, October 4, 2008
Help keep electronic items out of the landfill. Bring your discarded items to be recycled.
Famed opera singer in Augusta for dedication of new school of arts
Last Updated: 8:44 AM 09/15/08 - International opera singer and Augusta native Jessye Norman was in town to accept the keys to the new building for the Jessye Norman School of the Arts.
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Fisher House Day in Aiken
Last Updated: 5:13 PM 09/12/08 - Saturday, September 13, 2008 is officially Fisher House Day in Aiken County as volunteers work to build one of their own in the county.
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CSRA College Night held at James Brown Arena
Last Updated: 3:24 PM 09/11/08 - Recruiters from schools all across the country will be at the James Brown Arena with information for students and parents.
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Augusta holds Patriot Day ceremony
Last Updated: 8:07 AM 05/02/11 - The city of Augusta remembered the September 11 attacks with a ceremony this morning at Augusta Common.
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Paddlefest 2008 - August 30, 2008
Paddlefest 2008 will be held Saturday, Aug. 30, on the Savannah River. The event will feature a canoe and kayak race and a homemade raft competition.
Poop Scoopin' Boogie at Mistletoe Park
Last Updated: 1:50 PM 08/22/08 - This Saturday, Mistletoe Park is having a special “Who Done It” program.
Time to Care Blood Give-In: August 22, 2008
The Time to Care Partners are holding our annual Blood Give-In on Friday, August 22 from 10 am until 8 pm at the activities center of First Baptist Church on Walton Way in Augusta.
Edgefield County accepting school supply donations
Last Updated: 2:39 PM 08/14/08 - The Edgefield County Chamber of Commerce is helping students prepare for the new school year in their "Help Fill a Bus" event.
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Time to Care Fan and Water Drive 2008
Finding alternatives to beat the heat
Last Updated: 7:52 AM 08/07/08 - Today is one of the hottest days of the year, and with temperatures hovering around the 100-degree mark the past few days; The scorching heat has many of you looking for ways to stay cool.
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Golden Harvest donations needed
Last Updated: 4:59 PM 08/04/08 - The cost of everyday staples such as milk, bread and eggs are still on the rise, that's no surprise. More families are turning to local food banks and pantries for help. One of the regions largest distributors of food, Golden Harvest is also feeling the effects of rising costs.
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Aiken Housing Authority offers affordable homes
Last Updated: 4:00 PM 07/29/08 - In this tough housing market, people looking to buy a home are finding it harder than ever. The Aiken housing authority is trying to make the transition to home ownership a little easier by offering new affordable homes.
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Time to Care Back to School Hotline 2008
If you have questions about what to expect this coming school year, get them ready for our Time to Care Back to School Hotline.
Arts Council Grants
Last Updated: 9:52 AM 07/14/08 - Groups urged to apply.
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Parading Seniors
Last Updated: 3:23 PM 07/04/08 - While some of you were celebrating by the grill and the water, others were in their golf carts. Patriotic seniors and veterans of the Jensen's Wymberly community in Martinez celebrated July 4th in their own special way.
Time to Care Hot and Hungry Food Drive - June 30 - August 1, 2008
Click to learn how you can help the hot and hungry this summer.
Rising prices particularly affecting elderly
Last Updated: 4:02 PM 07/03/08 - The rising price of everything is affecting everyone, especially the older folks in our community.
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Golden Harvest doubling in many ways
Last Updated: 2:42 PM 06/30/08 - In these tough economic times, there is a critical need for food and fans. News 12 and Time to Care teamed up on Monday to help the cause.
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Traveling Vietnam Wall in Augusta
Last Updated: 8:42 AM 06/25/08 - Roughly 300 motorcyclists escorted a traveling copy of the Vietnam Wall into town Tuesday afternoon.
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Local High School Still Fundraising for Trip of a Lifetime
Last Updated: 7:25 PM 06/15/08 - Cross Creek High School stills need to raise $40,000 to make the trip to Scotland for one of the world's most prestigious art festivals.
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Urgent need for blood over Memorial Day weekend
Last Updated: 12:21 PM 05/23/08 - All healthy individuals with Type O and Type B Negative blood are asked to donate with Shepeard as soon as possible.
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Augusta's Maestro will be missed
Last Updated: 8:40 AM 05/16/08 - Maestro Donald Portnoy has already been conducting the Augusta Symphony for 16 years. But he just finished his last full season. And he'll be missed for many reasons.
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Need for O-type blood "urgent"
Last Updated: 8:02 AM 05/15/08 - Pamela Rascon of Shepeard Community Blood Center tells News 12 there is an urgent need for type O blood in the Augusta community.
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2008 Women of Excellence
Last Updated: 7:05 PM 05/14/08 - An Olympic gold medal gymnast was in Augusta today to honor some very special women in the community.
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Get $2 pet ID tags from Columbia County Animal Control
Last Updated: 12:14 PM 05/12/08 - Having your pets properly identified is critical to getting them back home to you should they get lost. Does your pet have an ID tag?
Aiken Red Cross Swimming Lessons
Last Updated: 7:45 AM 05/09/08 - Red Cross Swimming Lessons are held at the Smith-Hazel Pool during June and July.
Summer Camps for 2008
Last Updated: 8:11 AM 05/12/08 - Check here for a list of places your child can learn and grow and have fun this summer.
James Brown Payback Exhibit and Concert
Last Updated: 3:09 PM 04/30/08 - This weekend there will be a celebration for James Brown, including a concert and exhibit presented by The Augusta Museum of History.
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Time To Care Family Fair - April 26, 2008
Last Updated: 8:16 AM 04/24/08 - News 12, Aiken Regional Medical Center, Ashley Furniture Homestore of Augusta and Taylor Auto Group present Time To Care Family Fair, April 26th from 11am to 4pm at the Augusta Common.
Places for the Kids During Spring Break
Click here to see activities for your child during spring break.
Tutankhamun exhibit opens at Emory University
Last Updated: 11:42 AM 04/02/08 - An exhibition featuring more than 130 treasures from the tomb of Pharaoh Tutankhamun and other ancient sites will begin a United States tour with an opening November in Atlanta.
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Additional historic tours available during Masters Week
Last Updated: 9:03 AM 04/02/08 - During Masters® Week the Augusta Convention and Visitors Bureau will be offering three Guided Driving Historical Tours of Augusta.
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April First Friday scavenger hunt offers fun to locals, visitors
Last Updated: 8:25 AM 04/01/08 - Due to Masters Week, the First Friday Steering Committee is holding two First Friday celebrations during the month of April and a scavenger hunt that runs between them.
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2008 Science and Engineering Fair Regional Competition Winners
Last Updated: 8:34 AM 03/20/08 - The Washington Savannah River Company, USC Aiken and the South Carolina Academy of Science recently sponsored a Savannah River Regional Science and Engineering Fair.
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Augusta Red Cross seeks donations for storm victims
Last Updated: 6:58 AM 03/17/08 - Donations can be made through the secure donation page at ARCAUG.org, by phone with credit cards at 706-724-8481, and during business hours or by mail to 1322 Ellis Street, Augusta, Georgia.
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Magic show disappears, then reappears
Last Updated: 2:27 PM 03/12/08 - A magic show set for March 14 and 15 at the Bell has been re-booked at the Imperial for March 15.
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Doobie Brothers heading to Augusta
Last Updated: 12:09 PM 03/11/08 - The Doobie Brothers will be the headliner act for the first James Brown "Payback" concert in Augusta. It's set for May 3 at Augusta Common.
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Electronics Shred Fest - Saturday, March 15, 2008
Bring almost any and all electronics to the Kroger on Martintown Road in North Augusta for free recycling between 10 am and 2 pm.
Two-day blood drive set to help refinery burn victims
Last Updated: 11:36 AM 02/21/08 - Two-day event offers community the chance to help the victims of the refinery explosion by giving blood and also by writing well-wishes on a poster that will be delivered to the burn center.
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Free CPR lessons offered
Last Updated: 11:16 AM 02/21/08 - The Augusta chapter of the American Red Cross is hosting a Free CPR Saturday on March 15 from 9 am until 1 pm at Abilene Baptist Church in Martinez.
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Ballet canceled
Last Updated: 2:00 PM 02/20/08 - Due to low ticket sales, "The Hermitage Theater of St. Petersburg, Russia Ballet" has been canceled. It was scheduled for Friday, February 22.
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Blood and Platelet Donation Locations
Last Updated: 7:26 AM 02/19/08 - Due to the Savannah plant explosion, many in Augusta now need blood and platelets. Click here to see where you can donate.
Severe Weather Awareness Week: February 3-9
Here are some important tips to remember during Severe Weather Awareness Week.
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US Coast Guard Band - January 24, 2008
Last Updated: 9:32 AM 01/11/08 - News 12's Richard Rogers will emcee a special performance of the United States Coast Guard Band at First Baptist Church in Augusta.
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Put Hunger on Ice - January 11, 2008
Last Updated: 8:35 AM 01/11/08 - If you're planning on heading to the rink Friday to watch the Augusta Lynx, think about grabbing a can of food from the pantry.
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Relay for Life kicks off in Augusta
Last Updated: 8:58 AM 01/10/08 - The annual American Cancer Society Relay for Life kickoff is Thursday night at 6 pm.
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29th Annual Augusta Futurity coming soon
Last Updated: 7:56 AM 01/08/08 - The annual cattle cutting competition returns to the James Brown Arena January 17 for a ten-day run.
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Time to Care Food Drive - January 2 through February 2, 2008
In the CSRA, no one should go hungry - one hungry child is one child too many. Drop off your food donation at any of our Time to Care partner locations!

Wednesday, July 18:

Operation Employment Career Fair -- Warren Baptist Church, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
GOP 12th Congressional District Candidates Forum -- St. Paul's, 7 to 8 p.m.
Light the Night 2012 Kick-off -- Adventure Crossing, 6 to 8 p.m.

Thursday, July 19:

Time to Care Project at Camp Rainbow -- Rutledge, Ga.

Friday, July 27:

Back-to-School Bash -- Diamond Lakes Recreation Center, 2 to 5 p.m. Free school supplies, guest speakers, health screenings for school.

Thursday, Aug. 2:

Time to Care Back-to-School Hotline -- News 12, 3 to 7 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 11:

6th Annual Paddlefest to benefit the Savannah Riverkeeper

Tuesday, Aug. 21:

Time to Care Blood Give-In -- First Baptist Church of Augusta, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Augusta Metro Chamber Women in Business -- Augusta Marriott, 11:30 a.m.