FRIDAY, JAN. 10

Wild Lights
The Riverbanks Zoo & Garden (500 Wildlife Pkwy.) invites you and the kids to take a post-holiday spin through their Wild Lights display. From polar bears to flamingos, explore an illuminated wildlife safari featuring more than 60 brand-new larger-than-life lantern displays inspired by nature. And along the way, discover engaging interactive displays and fun photo opportunities. Wild Lights runs from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Admission is $20.99 for adults ages 13 and up ($10.99 for members) and $15.99 for children ($7.99 for members). Visit riverbanks.org/events/wild-lights for more information.

Annie Jr. (musical)
The Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College (7300 College Blvd.) and the Irmo Chapin Recreation Commission present Annie Jr. This familiar tale of plucky orphan Annie, Daddy Warbucks and the evil Miss Hannigan is based on the popular comic strip and adapted from the Tony Award-winning Best Musical, with a book and score by Tony Award winners Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin. Showtime is 7 p.m. and admission is $10. Visit harbisontheatre.org for more information.

The Blue Iguanas (concert)
Bill’s Music Shop & Pickin’ Parlor (710 Meeting St.) welcomes The Blue Iguanas. The SC-based band plays a mix of acoustic bluegrass and electric rock from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m., and the snack bar is open. Admission is a $10 donation. Visit billsmusicshop.com for more information.

Sip. Savor. Smooth Jazz.
Chayz Lounge (607 Meeting St.) throws a sophisticated, low-key party with their “Sip. Savor. Smooth Jazz” event. The evening is a perfect mix of ambiance, live music and flavors, all in an intimate, upscale setting. This no-cover Friday night invites you to sip on your favorite drink, savor Chayz’ signature small plates, and let the sounds of smooth jazz set the tone for a sophisticated start to your weekend. This event runs from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. and there is no cover, but reservations are required, as is dressy attire. Visit chayzlounge.com to reserve your table.

SATURDAY, JAN. 11

Chandra Currelley (concert)
Chayz Lounge (607 Meeting St.) invites you to a special performance by vocalist Chandra Currelley called “Chandra Currelley Remembers Phyllis Hyman.” You may recognize Chandra Currelley’s voice from The S.O.S. Band or for her portrayal of Alice in Tyler Perry’s BET Plus series Bruh. In this show, she will honor the late gospel vocalist Phyllis Hyman with a heartfelt performance featuring a blend of Phyllis’s timeless songs and her own material. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and showtime is 8 p.m. Admission is $49. Dressy attire is required. Visit chayzlounge.com for more information.

Ron Rodgers (concert)
Singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Ron Rodgers performs at Hemingway’s Music Pub (7467 St Andrews Rd Ste 11). This one-man band kicks off his show at 8 p.m. and performs a mix of covers and originals until midnight. This show is free to attend. Visit hemingwaysmusicpub.com for more information.

Handmade: Fiber Friends
The Chapin Branch Library (129 Columbia Ave.) hosts their weekly Handmade: Fiber Friends event. Bring your knitting, crochet or needlework, and try new techniques and troubleshoot challenges in a group setting. Handmade runs from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. and is free to attend. Visit lexcolibrary.com for more information.

SUNDAY, JAN. 12

Brunch Cruise
The Spirit of Lake Murray (docked at 216 Shadowood Dr.) hosts a Sunday afternoon Brunch Cruise around Lake Murray. The boat will open at 11 a.m. and the cruise will depart promptly at 12 p.m. and return at 2 p.m. Enjoy open seating and full bar in indoor and outdoor seating (seating is first come first served). Cruise tickets cost $35 for adults and $30 for children 10 and under. Visit spiritoflakemurray.com for more information.

MONDAY, JAN. 13

Epic Creators: Stitch Squad
The Gilbert-Summit Branch Library (405 Broad St.) invites you to get crafty at their Epic Creators: Stitch Squad event. Whether you are a knitting pro or a beginner, craft a cozy creation with friends. This event is for children grades 6 through 8 and runs from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. It is free to attend. Visit lexcolibrary.com for more information.

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 14

Tokyo Joe (concert)
O’Hara’s Public House (131 E. Main St.) welcomes popular local rockers Tokyo Joe back to their traditional Wednesday night spot, but with a bit of a twist. This time the band is playing an unplugged acoustic set of favorites, originals and covers. This show runs from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. and is free to attend. Visit facebook.com/oharasph for more information.

THURSDAY, JAN. 15

Modern Shag Night
Bill’s Music Shop & Pickin’ Parlor (710 Meeting St.) hosts their weekly Modern Shag Night for all you beach music fans. Enjoy a shag lesson from 8:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. and stay to dance until 11 p.m. Admission is a $5 donation, and the snack bar is open. Visit billsmusicshop.com for more information.

Across the county line

The SC State Museum (301 Gervais St.) invites you to experience the magic of the Northern Lights with a special planetarium presentation called “Áróra” on Friday, Jan. 10. It’s an award-winning, immersive cinematic journey that takes guests across remote Icelandic landscapes and into space to find and understand these mystical, eerie lights. The show runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and admission costs between $15 and $18. Visit scmuseum.org for more information.
Colonial Life Arena (801 Lincoln St.) hosts the kickoff of one of the biggest contemporary Christian tours around, WinterJam, on Friday, Jan. 10. Catch the spirit with performances by Skillet, Anne Wilson, KB, Colton Dixon, Newsong, Micah Tyler and speaker Zane Black, all for a $15 donation at the door. Doors open at 6 p.m. and showtime is 7 p.m. Visit coloniallifearena.com for more information.

Congaree National Park (100 National Park Rd.) invites you to enjoy a Nature Discovery Walk on Saturday, Jan. 11. Join a volunteer park naturalist for a guided hike on the park’s boardwalk trail to learn about the array of flora and fauna that calls Congaree National Park home. All participants must have a reservation in order to join the guided hike. This free hike is limited to a maximum of 25 participants, starts at 9:30 a.m. and runs for approximately 2 hours. Visit nps.gov/cong/index.htm to reserve your spot.

The Newberry Opera House (1201 McKibben St.) welcomes one of country music’s fastest-rising stars, Hannah Dasher, on Saturday, Jan. 11. Dasher is making waves in the country music world with her independently released album, The Other Damn Half, which debuted at No. 15 on the Apple Country charts. She’s bringing her signature sound to stages across the country on her second headlining run, the “Don’t Wanna Be an Outlaw” tour. Showtime is 8 p.m. and tickets are $45. Visit newberryoperahouse.com for more information.

Smoked Restaurant (1643 Main St.) takes you to school with their Cocktail 101 class on Sunday, Jan. 12. Craft cocktails at home, master shaking vs. stirring, elevate ice’s role, and embrace mixology essentials. Cocktail 101 runs from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and admission to the class costs $65. Visit smokedsc.com for more information.