Friday, April 16-Sunday, April 18. Indie Grits Film Festival.

Indie Grits welcomes first-time filmmakers as well as experienced media makers, and the result is a varied collection of creative Indie films, with something to suit everyone’s tastes. Screening venues are the Nickelodeon Theatre as well as the Fox Theatre so visit Indie Grits for a schedule of the event.

Friday, April 16-Sunday, April 18. Columbia International Festival.

The Columbia International Festival showcases the music, culture, food, and performing arts of the various cultures, nationalities, races, and language groups represented in South Carolina. Americraft Cantey Building at the SC State Fairgrounds. Visit Columbia International Festival for a schedule of events.

Friday, April 16-Sunday, April 18. Dinner Theater Mystery “Smoke & Mirrors”.

This audience-participation mystery theater presentation will test your powers to decipher “whodunit” over a yummy BBQ dinner! 6:30 pm | Shandon Presbyterian Church | 607 Woodrow St. $15/person. Call 771-4408 for additional information.

Friday, April 16-Sunday, April 18. Jazz at the Center.

Come out for a Celebration of Jazz in historic Camden. This year's festival will feature some of the finest jazz musicians from New York, Tennessee and South Carolina. Downtown Camden. Visit the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County for more information.

Saturday, April 17. 2nd Annual Cook-out for Kids!

Come eat for a good cause! We will have award winning BBQ cooks from around the midlands and multiple Blue Grass bands to entertain you while you enjoy your BBQ with your friends and family. There will be lots of Picking & Grinning to brighten your day! This fundraiser is sponsored by the Epworth Alumni Association with all proceeds going to Epworth. 11am-4pm. Visit Cook Out for Kids or Epworth Children's Home for more information.

Saturday, April 17. River Fest.

There will be a fish fry, hot dogs, arts & crafts vendors, antiques and yard sale Items, a frog jumping contest, a fishing contest, conservation activities, exhibiters and so much more! $5 dollar admission includes entry in Kids' Nickle in a hay stack, frog jumping and fishing contests. 10am-3pm. 6 Dutchman Lane in Winnsboro. Visit the Fairfield County Chamber of Commerce for more information.

Saturday, April 17. Bark to the Park Walk and Festival for the Animals.

Enjoy a fun-filled family day while helping support shelter pets across the Midlands. There will be a 1-mile fun walk for you and your four-legged friend plus various activities at Festival for the Animals! All proceeds benefit shelter pets in the Midlands. Finlay Park | 9am-4pm. Visit Bark to the Park for more information.

Saturday, April 17. Plant Sale!

Jazz up your garden with rare and unusual plants from Riverbanks. Choose from more than 4,000 hot picks including some of our favorite annuals, perennials, bulbs and woody plants. Be sure to arrive early-selections are popular and sell fast! Most plants will range $5 to $10. Admission is free for those who enter at 1201 Seminole Drive. Visit Riverbanks for more information.

Sunday, April 18. Funday Sunday.

Come out for this free family fun event at Shandon Baptist Church | 5250 Forest Drive. There will be free rides, games, and entertainment, plus food available for purchase at minimal cost. 4-7 pm Visit Shandon Baptist for more information.

Wednesday, April 21. Wasteful to Tasteful.

Come out for one memorable fashion show! Contestants create their own designs made of at least 75% recyclable or re-used materials! River Center at Saluda Shoals Park | 7 pm. Call Jennifer Riddle at 345-6181 or visit ICRC for more information.

Thursday, April 22-Saturday, April 24. Artista Vista.

Visit studios, meet the artists, have a glass of wine at one of the Vista's many galleries and experience what makes the Vista the Arts and Entertainment district of the Midlands. Visit Artista Vista for more information.

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Saturday, May 8. Lexington Wine Walk!

Vendors and Main Street merchants will be featuring wine and hors d'oeuvres. Music and entertainment to be provided by the Going Commando band. $20 Advanced tickets on sale now at the following locations: Dooley & Company, CPAs (468 Old Cherokeee Rd); Bartlett Financial (5465 Augusta Rd); and Shoe Boutique (5175 Sunset Blvd.) 6-10 pm | at the block of East Main Street in Lexington. Visit the Lexington Chamber for more information.