February 22nd-24th Weekend

We're riding high in Blythewood this weekend so grab your umbrella and come on out for some fun.  It's also time to make some plans for even more exciting happenings coming your way. 

This Weekend in Blythewood February 22nd, 23rd and 24th Saddle up for Equifest! Rain or shine...the two time National Champion  USC Equestrian Team will compete against Texas A& M Saturday at One Wood Farm.  The competition begins at 1:00 pm so be sure to bring the kids for a fun afternoon.You'll have a great time at Equifest, too, which will be held during the meet.    Barn tours and pony rides and other great activies will fill your afternoon with fun that will sure to be remembered for a long time.   Good luck Gamecocks!! She loves basketball...how about that! Bring your wife and kids...grab grandma and grandpa...they're all going to love watching the Harlem Ambassadors take on the Recreation Rebounders at Westwood High School on March 10.  Make plans now  to come watch a basketball game the whole family will enjoy! Smart Matters Have you been thinking about unleashing your inner artist?  Maybe you've been  thinking you should get better at understanding all that tax lingo so you'll know how to make the most of what you're earning.....OR....maybe you just want to learn something new JUST FOR THE FUN OF IT!!!!  Well, get ready!! The Blythewood Brainery is launching NEXT THURSDAY with opportunities for you to learn a variety of fun and wonderful things.  All the info you need will be right here next week so put your thinking cap on and get ready! Mark your Calendar! Feb 23 - Equifest and USC Equestrian Team vs. Texas A & M University Meet begins at 1:00 PM One Wood Farm Feb 28 - Blythewood Brainery               Registration begins Everything you need to know coming next week March 1 - USC Equestrian Team  vs. Delaware State One Wood Farm March 9 - IHSA Equestrian Team (USC Club Team) Competition Three Fox Farm March 9-10 - Blythewood Omnium: Presented by Cobblestone Park Bicycle Races Register: pre-reg.com Cobblestone Park March 10 - Harlem Ambassadors vs. Recreation Rebounders Basketball Game 5:00 PM Westwood High School March 12 - A Night with Walter Edgar Presented by the Blythewood Historical Society "Finding History in your Backyard" 7:00 pm The Manor @ Doko Meadows Call 803.333.8133 to reserve a seat. March 14 - Blythewood Garden                             Club Meeting        @ BHS Cyber Media Center March 15-16 'You're A Good Man Charlie Brown" Presented by Westwood High School Actors' Theatre Dinner Theatre March 16, 5:30 pm Tickets: cguy@richland2.org Westwood High School May 18 - Blythewood Beach Bash Doko Meadows   " Living by the Numbers Did you know that when it comes to working with numbers... our town does it better than most?  Congratulations to The Town of Blythewood for being recognized and presented with the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2012, thus proving all those teachers right.  You WILL use what you learn in math class when you grow up.  Come to think about it.....it all adds up!!!     Blythewood gets an A+ ! Historically Speaking... Don't forget to call and reserve your seat for an evening with Dr. Walter Edgar.  There's been such a terrific response to this invitation that  Dr. Edgar's presentation on March 12, will be held at The Manor at Doko Meadows.   Dr. Edgar, professor emeritus at the University of South Carolina,  has authored several books on South Carolina history and culture and will be the special guest of the Historical Society for that evening.  Admission is free to members of the Historical Society and $10 for non-members.  Please call to reserve your spot by calling 803.333.8133.   Worth Repeating You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown The Westwood High School Actors' Theatre is proud to present its premiere performance, 'You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown".  Performances will be held on Friday, March 15 @ 7 PM and Saturday March 16 @ 2PM and 7PM.  For a special treat, make a reservation for the Dinner Theatre Package that includes a  delicious meal, the performance ticket, reserved seating for the play and a commemerative program insert. The Dinner  begins at 5:30 pm.  Just think....you'll have a fun Saturday evening planned and you'll be supporting the Drama and Vocal Music Programs at WHS at the same time!   What a great idea! Dinner Theatre Tickets are $20/person or $35/couple.   You can purchase your tickets by emailing: Cheryl Guy at cguy@richland2.org or For more information contact Dr.  Anne Richardson 803.691.4049 Ext. 36703 arichard@richland2.org Have a Wet, Wonderful Weekend!

February 15-17th Weekend

Who says a good man's hard to find?  Not so in Blythewood!  We've got some of the best around and even more coming to town!

This Weekend in Blythewood February 15th, 16th and 17th Who says a good man's hard to find?  Not so in Blythewood!  We've got some of the best around and even more coming to town! Sweet Georgia Brown! For those of us who remember the original Harlem Globetrotters, this event is sure to please.  The second generation of highflying slam dunks, dazzling ball handling tricks and hilarious comedy routines is coming to Blythewood.....more specifically...Westwood High School the afternoon of March 10.   The Harlem Ambassadors will take on the Recreation Rebounders, a team of local celebrities, for an evening of fun for all ages.  Tickets can be purchased online at www.richlandcountyrecreation.com and at the Adult Activity Center, 7494 Parklane Road.  General admission is $9, Children $5 and Students/Seniors and Active Military $7 in advance.  Tickets may also be purchased at the door on the day of the game.  It's BETTER than your Grandfather's basketball show so come on out, bring the kids and whistle a little more 'Sweet Georgia Brown" just  for old time's sake! The Calendar's Filling Up! Feb 23 - Equifest and USC Equestrian Team vs. Texas A & M University Meet begins at 1:00 PM One Wood Farm March 1 - USC Equestrian Team  vs. Delaware State One Wood Farm March 9 - IHSA Equestrian Team (USC Club Team) Competition Three Fox Farm March 9-10 - Blythewood Omnium: Presented by Cobblestone Park Bicycle Races Register: pre-reg.com Cobblestone Park March 10 - Harlem Ambassadors vs. Recreation Rebounders Basketball Game 5:00 PM Westwood High School March 12 - A Night with Walter Edgar Presented by the Blythewood Historical Society "Finding History in your Backyard" 7:00 pm Location to be announced Call 803.333.8133 to reserve a seat. March 14 - Blythewood Garden                             Club Meeting        @ BHS Cyber Media Center May 18 - Blythewood Beach Bash Doko Meadows   " Enjoy your long weekend! Finding History in Your Backyard Whether you're a member of the Blythewood Historical Society or not, you're going to want to come hear Dr. Walter Edgar's presentation on March 12, at the Langford-Nord House.   Dr. Edgar, professor emeritus at the University of South Carolina,  has authored several books on South Carolina history and culture and will be the special guest of the Historical Society for that evening.  Admission is free to members of the Historical Society and $10 for non-members.  Please call to reserve your spot by calling 803.333.8133.   The event may be moved to a larger venue depending on the number of reservations, so don't delay!  Who knows, you may discover a piece of history right out your own back door. You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown The Westwood High School Actors' Theatre is proud to present its premiere performance, 'You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown".  Performances will be held on Friday, March 15 @ 7 PM and Saturday March 16 @ 2PM and 7PM.  For a special treat, make a reservation for the Dinner Theatre Package that includes a  delicious meal, the performance ticket, reserved seating for the play and a commemerative program insert. The Dinner  begins at 5:30 pm.  Just think....you'll have a fun Saturday evening planned and you'll be supporting the Drama and Vocal Music Programs at WHS at the same time!   What a great idea! Dinner Theatre Tickets are $20/person or $35/couple.   You can purchase your tickets by emailing: Cheryl Guy at cguy@richland2.org or For more information contact Dr.  Anne Richardson 803.691.4049 Ext. 36703 arichard@richland2.org

February 8th-10th Weekend

You may have heard by now that our friend and Town of Blythewood Municipal Clerk, Stacey Keasler, experienced a house fire late yesterday afternoon.

This Weekend in Blythewood February 8th, 9th and 10th Only six more weeks of winter, so the groundhog says but  we'll believe it when we see it.  But no matter what the weather.... things are starting to get active in Blythewood. Someone needs your help. You may have heard by now that our friend and Town of Blythewood Municipal Clerk, Stacey Keasler, experienced a house fire late yesterday afternoon.  Her family's home was completely destroyed along with all of their belongings.  Stacey, her dad, and son are all safe and sound but they are in need of some help and support. There are a couple of ways that you can help Stacey and her family. Checking accounts have been set up at First Citizens Bank and SCBT.    You can send a check made out to: Stacey M. Keasler OR Keasler/Motley House Fund C/O First Citizens Bank P.O. Box 748 Blythewood, SC  29016 OR Motley Family Fund C/O SCBT 2010 Clemson Road Columbia, SC  29229 Another way to lend a hand is to send a Target or Walmart eGift Card directly to Stacey's email address.  Simply go to Target.com or Walmart.com and click on Gift Cards. Gift Cards will help the family purchase food, clothes and household items that they need.    The email address to send eGift Cards to is: keaslers@townofblythewoodsc.gov If you have something to drop off for Stacey's Family, you may do so at Town Hall (171 Langford Rd), Blown Away Hair Salon (IGA Shopping Center) or Broom Heating & Air (1232 Blythewood Rd). Thank you in advance for your thoughtfulness and generosity.  Please keep Stacey and her family in your  prayers. An Afternoon with the Horses! Bring the kids and come enjoy an afternoon of fun at this year's EQUIFEST presented by the USC Equestrian Team at One Wood Farm.  During the scheduled meet between USC and Texas A & M children will be able to have some fun with arts and crafts activities, pony rides and shaking hands with Cocky!  Barn tours will be given following the jumping portion of the competition.  Hay.....can you think of a better way to spend the day? Equifest One Wood Farm 1201 Syrup Mill Road February 23, 2013 1:00pm - 4:30pm Coming Soon! Feb 23 - Equifest and USC Equestrian Team vs. Texas A & M University One Wood Farm March 1 - USC Equestrian Team  vs. Delaware State One Wood Farm March 9 - IHSA Equestrian Team (USC Club Team) Competition Three Fox Farm March 9-10 - Blythewood Omnium: Presented by Cobblestone Park Cobblestone Park March 10 - Harlem Ambassadors vs. Recreation Rebounders Basketball Game Westwood High School March 12 - A Night with Walter Edgar Presented by the Blythewood Historical Society Location to be announced Call 803.333.8133 for more info. May 18 - Blythewood Beach Bash Doko Meadows More details for all events will be available soon! Grease up the Bike Chain!! Don't forget to register for the  Blythewood Omnium: Presented by Cobblestone Park, March 9-10.  This annual bike race is just the thing to help you keep your fitness resolution in tact this year.  There are a variety of racing lengths for every level of cyclist, including kids, so get to your computer and start clicking.   Just go to pre-reg.com to set the wheels in motion. Click on cycling, then click Blythewood Omnium.  That should do it!    The Forest Acres Cycling Team is putting all the details together for this terrific event and of course, you can find them on Facebook. Have a Wonderful Weekend!