This Weekend in Blythewood, October 15th-17th

First Annual Hope Optimist Club Banquet at Round Top Baptist Church, Saturday October 17, from 5:30 to 7 pm.  The community is invited to dinner, entertainment, a wonderful speaker, Cameron Dixon, from Washington, D.C. and an opportunity to learn more about  the Optimists' club.  Tickets are $15 and can be purchased by calling Keri  Boyce at 864-978-8277 or by email, Kboyce242@gmail.com

This Weekend in          Blythewood     October 15th, 16th & 17th October 16 is National Boss's Day!   T The Blythewood Christian Assistance Bridge located at 126 Blythewood Road is taking donations if you would like to help out the flood victims in the area.  They are opened on Mondays and Thursdays, 9:00 to 1:00 or call 786-1903 for more information.  Also, individuals and business owners who sustained losses due to the flooding can apply for assistance by registering online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov or by calling 1-800-462-7585.  The Blythewood Chronicle has a full report of services available by FEMA.  Blythewood Library Family Storytime 10:30 to 11:00am Friday, October 16 for all ages "History Pin" Pinning Party Saturday, October 17 10:00 to 12:00 for adults Learn how to digitize and upload old photos and documents to preserve our Blythewood's history. Cool Pine Cones Friday, October 23 from 3 to 4 for ages 3-8   Kids will explore the creative side of pine cones through stories and crafts.   Please sign up online at www.richlandlibrary.com/events or call 691-9806 Saturday, October 17  First Annual Hope Optimist Club Banquet at Round Top Baptist Church from 5:30 to 7 pm.  The community is invited to dinner, entertainment, a wonderful speaker, Cameron Dixon, from Washington, D.C. and an opportunity to learn more about  the Optimists' club.   Tickets are $15 and can be purchased by calling Keri  Boyce at 864-978-8277 or by email, Kboyce242@gmail.com             Westwood High School students now have a "Contribution Can" in Town Hall  to collect canned goods for Blythewood's Christian Assistance Bridge.  The "can" will be on our porch from 8:30 to 4:30 each day.  The students' intent is to be ready with food items and help each and every day of the year as needed.  If you come by Town Hall bring a can! The Town of Blythewood is hosting... Saturday, October 17 Blythewood High and Ridge View High Schools are sponsoring the Tournament of Bands at Blythewood High School. Gates open before 9:00 with the first of 31 bands from North Carolina and South Carolina  performing at 9:00. The bands will perform all day with an awards ceremony at 10:00 pm.    The 2015-2016 Poetry Out Loud program has officially begun! Bravo Blythewood Cultural Arts Council hosts the S.C. Region 2 of the state-wide competition for students in grades 9-12. Teachers interested in participating in the S.C. competition must register with the S.C. Arts Commission by Friday, November 6.  Forms available online at www.southcarolinaarts.com. Town of Blythewood Meetings Board of Architectural Review Monday, October 19 7:00 pm at Doko Manor Board of Zoning Appeals Tuesday, October  20 7:00 pm at  Doko Manor The Greater Blythewood Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Blythewood High & Westwood High Schools, is hosting the 2015 Blythewood Town Election Debate,  Tuesday, October 20 from 7:00 to 9:00 at Doko Manor. Come hear what the candidates have to say.  The Town Council election is November 3. Thursday, October 22   Blythewood After Five is hosted by Mid Carolina Credit Union on Wilson Blvd. at 5:30 pm. Network with business associates and friends. Wednesday, October 28  Leadership Blythewood is having a Lunch and Learn Event with Legendary Coach Art Baker at Doko Manor from 11:30 to 1:00.  For more information or to register go to   www.blythewoodchamber.com    The Blythewood Farmers Market  and the Town of Blythewood will host Hay Day,  October 21, 4 to 7:00 pm.  Join us for the final Market Night  with food and drinks, games and treats, face painting, pumpkin painting contest, costume contest for ages 4-12, train ride, hay ride and the Reggie Sullivan Band from 6 to 8 pm.  Fun for the whole family!  Doko Manor...Our undiscovered jewel in the heart of Blythewood. Go to www.dokomanor.com for great pictures, pricing and details for Weddings, Social Events and Business Meetings  or call Town Hall at 754-0501 for information. We have  great bosses at Town Hall.  Thanks for all you do, Mayor Ross and Mr. Parker!

Boil Water Advisory Lifted

Boil Water Advisory Lifted for last customers of Columbia Water Systems.

Boiling Water is No Longer Needed anywhere in Columbia or Winnsboro service areas.

Most of Blythewood No Longer Under a Boil Water Advisory.

Most of Blythewood is NO LONGER under a Boil Water Advisory. 

ALL Winnsboro Water customers in Blythewood are all free to use without boiling.

Most of Columbia Water customers in Blythewood are No Longer under a Boil Water 

Advisory.

BOIL WATER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FOR ALL WATER CUSTOMERS IN BLYTHEWOOD NOW... WINNSBORO AND COLUMBIA WATER CUSTOMERS

WINNSBORO WATER BOIL WATER ADVISORY: We were advised by the Town of Winnsboro this afternoon that there is now a boil water advisory in effect for their customers until further notice. The City of Columbia boil water advisory also remains in effect until further notice.

This Weekend in Blythewood, October 8th-10th

Please join the Blythewood Historic Society tonight at 6:00 pm to dedicate the newly renovated Miss Clara's Sandwich Shop  (with an old fashion ice cream social afterwards) and the dedication of the new Veterans Memorial Flag Pole. The event is at 100 McNulty Street at the Langford-Nord House. All are welcome!

This Weekend in Blythewood     October 8th, 9th & 10th ... to all the First Responders, Emergency Personnel and the many State Agencies who continue to work so hard to keep the citizens of Columbia and our State informed and safe.  Tonight! Due to the heavy rains last week-end, the Historic Society's Sunday event was cancelled.  Please join the Blythewood Historic Society tonight at 6:00 pm to dedicate the newly renovated Miss Clara's Sandwich Shop  (with an old fashion ice cream social afterwards)  and the dedication of the new Veterans Memorial Flag Pole.  The event is at 100 McNulty Street at the Langford-Nord House. All are welcome! T The Blythewood Christian Assistance Bridge located at 126 Blythewood Road is taking donations if you would like to help out the flood victims in the area.  They are opened on Mondays and Thursdays, 9:00 to 1:00 or call 786-1903 for more information.  The Blythewood Arts Center is having a Basket Weaving Class with Bonnie Geiger  Thursday. October 8, 9:00 to 5:00.  The cost is $50.  Contact Jean Bell at the Art Center for more information.  803-394-2174 The Blythewood Historic Society is in need of volunteers for the 4th Annual Native American Program October 12-14 from 8:30 to 12:30.  Three local elementary schools will participate in this field study. Students will engage in six different hands-on demonstrations and activities that will introduce them to the customs and culture of the Native Americans who once inhabited the Blythewood area.  Contact Frankie McLean at 261-1859 if you are interested in helping with this project.  Blythewood Library Family Storytime 10:30 to 11:00am Friday, October 9 & 16 for all ages Hands on Art Wednesday, October 14 10:30 to 11:00 am for ages 3 to 5 Dress for a mess! "History Pin" Pinning Party Saturday, October 17 10:00 to 12:00 for adults Learn how to digitize and upload old photos and documents to preserve our Blythewood's history. Please sign up online at www.richlandlibrary.com/events or call 691-9806 The 2nd Annual "Nothing but Net" Charity Basketball Game Richland One VS Richland Two                Employees battle the hardwood to raise money for Palmetto Health Breast              Cancer Center. Thursday, October 8 at 6 pm  The game will be played at Keenan High School located at 361 Pisgah Church Road, Columbia.  We may see a few BW members cheerleading for this worthwhile event! To Gary Phillips, the new editor of The Country Chronicle!  Just put us on speed dial in your phone.  Glad to have you with us! Town of Blythewood Meetings Rescheduled Meeting for the Planning Commission Monday, October 12 6:00 pm at Doko Manor Town Council Work Session Wednesday, October 14 9:00 am at Doko Manor Board of Zoning Appeals Tuesday, October  20 7:00 pm at  Doko Manor Tuesday, October 13 The Greater Blythewood Chamber of Commerce Breakfast  7:00 am at Doko Manor Joanna Weitzel from Blythewood's  Camp Discovery will be there to speak. The Greater Blythewood Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Blythewood High & Westwood High Schools, is hosting the 2015 Blythewood Town Election Debate,  Tuesday, October 20 from 7:00 to 9:00 at Doko Manor. Questions can be submitted by October 13 to the moderators via the online form found at www.blythewoodchamber.com. Visit this link for more information: http//blythewoodchamber.com/town-council-debate-sponsored-chamber-local-high-schools/ Doko Manor...Our undiscovered jewel in the heart of Blythewood. For great pictures, pricing and details for Weddings, Social Events and Business Meetings  go to www.dokomanor.com  or call Town Hall at 754-0501 for information. Also... Give Pat Connolly a call at Town Hall if you are interested in renting Doko Meadows or purchasing a tree to commemorate a special person or occassion.   754-0501 or connollyp@townofblythewoodsc.gov    The Blythewood Farmers Market continues until October 21.  Enjoy the last few weeks of the Market.            .  The Big Red Barn, located on 8024 Winnsboro Road ( Hwy. 321) in Blythewood, has donation based Yoga  Classes open to community members to support soldiers suffering from PTSD.  The classes  are on Mondays from 6 pm to 7:30 pm and on Thursdays from 4:30 pm to 6 pm.  For more information go to www.thebigredbarnretreat.org  Mark Your Calendar: Saturday, October 24 there will be a fundraiser at Doko Manor for the Westwood High school football player injured in the recent game. More information coming...  Also... The 2015-2016 Poetry Out Loud program has officially begun! Bravo Blythewood Cultural Arts Council hosts the S.C. Region 2 of the state-wide competition for students in grades 9-12. Teachers interested in participating in the S.C. competition must register with the S.C. Arts Commission by Friday, November 6.  Forms available online at www.southcarolinaarts.com. Also...if you receive water from the City of Columbia continue boiling  until further notice.  The Winnsboro Water customers are OK to use their water without boiling it.   ...to the many families who lost loved ones in the flood.