Aiken Community Happenings.
Aiken Area Communities Host Diverse August Events, Including Faith Services and Volunteer Training.
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Quakers will hold a virtual service on Sunday, Aug. 2, with silent worship starting at 10 a.m. and online fellowship at 11 a.m.; Zoom link and access details are available via Brenda Conway (bgconway2@gmail.com or 803-648-6020).
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The Savannah River Stringband will host a music jam at 6:30 p.m. on the first and third Mondays of the month at Trinity United Methodist Church, 2724 Whiskey Road.
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The Aiken County Transportation Committee will hold a public work session at 6 p.m. Monday, Aug. 3, in the Shaw Conference Room on the second floor of the Aiken County Government Center, 1930 University Parkway.
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The Cass Elias McCarter Guardian ad Litem Program will offer a free online volunteer training beginning Tuesday, Aug. 18; registration is required.
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The Aiken, South Carolina area has a packed slate of community events around Aug. 2, anchored by a major church milestone and a range of civic gatherings, according to Post and Courier. Silver Bluff Baptist Church in Jackson will celebrate its 276th anniversary on Sunday, Aug. 2, with the Rev. Hayward Dock of First Providence Baptist Church serving as guest speaker.
From a virtual Quaker worship service to a public transportation work session, the week ahead offers residents multiple ways to connect — through faith, music, civic duty, and community service, Post and Courier reports.
Silver Bluff Church Marks 276 Years of History
Silver Bluff Baptist Church, located at 360 Old Jackson Highway in Jackson, is one of the oldest Black Baptist churches in the United States. Its 276th anniversary celebration on Aug. 2 brings together the congregation for a milestone service, according to Post and Courier. Rev. Hayward Dock will lead the occasion as the featured speaker.
The event reflects the deep roots of faith-based community life in the Aiken region. Silver Bluff's history stretches back to the 18th century, making this anniversary a rare and significant marker in American religious history.
Quakers and Stringband Offer Sunday and Monday Gatherings
The Religious Society of Friends — known as Quakers — will hold a virtual service on Aug. 2. Silent worship begins at 10 a.m., followed by online fellowship at 11 a.m., according to Post and Courier. Residents can get Zoom access details by contacting Brenda Conway at bgconway2@gmail.com or 803-648-6020.
On the music front, the Savannah River Stringband hosts a jam session every first and third Monday at 6:30 p.m. The free gathering takes place at Trinity United Methodist Church, 2724 Whiskey Road. No registration is required — just show up and play.
County Transportation Committee Opens Public Work Session Aug. 3
Aiken County residents can weigh in on local transit issues at a public work session on Monday, Aug. 3. The Aiken County Transportation Committee meets at 6 p.m. in the Shaw Conference Room on the second floor of the Aiken County Government Center, 1930 University Parkway, Post and Courier reports.
The session is open to the public and gives community members a direct chance to engage with county officials on transportation planning. It is one of several civic events this week that highlight local government in action.
Free Guardian ad Litem Training Opens Aug. 18 for Volunteers
The Cass Elias McCarter Guardian ad Litem Program will launch a free online volunteer training on Tuesday, Aug. 18, according to Post and Courier. A Guardian ad Litem — often called a GAL — is a court-appointed volunteer who speaks up for the best interests of children in the legal system.
Registration is required to take part. The training costs nothing, making it an accessible entry point for Aiken-area residents who want to serve vulnerable children in the community. Interested volunteers should sign up in advance to secure their spot.
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