Friday, May 7-Saturday, May 8. SC Poultry Festival.
With events like the The Cook-Cluck-Win-A-Buck, the Corn Hole Tournament, Road Race, Volleyball Tournament, along with many other activities, there is something for everyone. In its 24th year, the Poultry Festival will host three blocks of arts and crafts booths; a variety of food vendors to suit any taste; a Car Show featuring automobiles that are new, old and everything in between; plus five stages of entertainment! Downtown Batesburg-Leesville. Visit the SC Poultry Festival for more information.

Friday, May 7-Sunday, May 9. Roller Skating & Inflatables!
Come out and enjoy some great family fun in our new roller skating rink! $10 includes roller skating & inflatables. Sandhill location. Visit Plex Indoor Sports for more information.

Friday, May 7-Thursday, May 13. New Walking Trail!
Just in time for the Earlewood community’s centennial celebration, on Saturday, a new trail makes it easier to navigate the rolling, 48-acre Earlewood Park. The soft surface path is ideal for dog walkers, people pushing strollers or joggers with aching joints that don’t appreciate asphalt or concrete. Take a leisurely stroll before heading to the event that will feature dance demonstrations, disc golf primers, live music, kickball games and a history scavenger hunt! Visit Earlwood Park for more information.

Ending Sunday, May 9. "The Monkey King: A Story from China".
The last days to see EdVenture's newest traveling exhibit are here! This exhibit introduces visitors to Chinese history, culture, art, religion and geography. It allows adults and children to develop an understanding and appreciation of one of the leading countries of the 21st century. FREE with museum admission. Visit EdVenture for more information.

Friday, May 7. Free Wine Tastings!
The knowledgeable staff of Sam's Fine Wine will be on site to answer all of your questions and help you expand your appreciation of wines. Village at Sandhill Location | 103-2 Forum Drive and the Lexington Location | 5050 Sunset Blvd. Both tastings are from 4-7 pm. Call 808-1830 or visit Sam's Fine Wine for more information!

Friday, May 7. Swing Lessons and Dancing!
Learn the popular Swing Dance style in a vintage setting as the Historic Columbia Foundation continues to host instructional classes and dances monthly at the historic Big Apple | 1000 Hampton Street. It was at the Big Apple club where the Big Apple dance craze began, becoming one of the most popular dances of the 20th century. Visit the Historic Columbia Foundation for more information.

Friday, May 7. Pirate Night!
Pirates, those dastardly buccaneers of the high seas, have taken the South Carolina State Museum hostage for the night and are up to no good! Who will walk the plank? Is there treasure hidden away? Bring your flashlight and find out! 6-10 pm. VIsit the SC State Museum for more information.

Saturday, May 8-Sunday, May 9. ShawFest 2010 Open House and Air Show!
This year, ShawFest celebrates the 21st century Air Force and its accomplishments in air, space and cyberspace. The U.S. Air Force Thunerbirds will headline the two-day event and be joined by several military air demonstration teams and some of the nation's top civilian air performers. 7:30 am-5 pm | Shaw Air Force Base. Free. Visit ShawFest for more information.

Tuesday, May 11 & Thursday, May 13. Columbia Israel Days Festival.
Join us for this fun and educational event celebrating Israel's 62nd Birthday. The festival will include an Israeli Shuk (marketplace), food (provided by Mediterranean Tea Room Pitas Restaurant), a live family concert, a virtual walking tour through Israel, and the award-winning Israeli film, Matter of Size. Katie Irwin Kahn Jewish Community Center | 306 Flora Drive. Visit JCC for a schedule of events and more information.

Thursday, May 13. Contemporaries Artist of the Year Soiree and Silent Auction.
The sixth annual Contemporaries' Artist of the YearSoiree honors emerging artists from across South Carolina. This event provides artists with an opportunity to showcase their art and allows attendees to bid on contemporary works of art created by emerging artists. This year's event includes music, food, open bar, performance vignettes, artwork by SC artists and a silent auction. 7 pm. Visit the Columbia Museum of Art for more information.