FRIDAY, JUNE 20

Off The Dock Block Party
Head over to Clark St. in Chapin for the Off The Dock Block Party event. This is Chapin’s signature summer block party, a lively event that features live music, food, drinks and a community atmosphere, all under the summer sky. This event is free to attend and runs from 7 to 10 p.m. Visit chapinsc.com for more information.

3^rd Annual Dam Boat Run
Scenic Lake Murray is the backdrop for the 3^rd Annual Dam Boat Run. Discover the fun world of powerboating when enthusiasts from across the country come together for two days of a thundering show of power and performance. And it’s all in an effort to raise awareness and support for Big Red Barn Retreat and the Richland County Sheriff’s Department. The Dam Run is a two-day event. Visit lakemurraypowerboatrun.com for schedule, ticket package and pricing information.

Adam Chaffins (concert)
Steel Hands Brewing (2350 Foreman St.) continues their “Nashville Nights” summer concert series with a performance by rising country singer/songwriter Adam Chaffins. Host Michael Haney kicks things off at 6 p.m. and Kennedy begins his full band set at 7 p.m. This show is presented by Jim Hudson Audi and is free to attend. Visit facebook.com/steelhandsbrewing for more information.

SATURDAY, JUNE 21

David Glymph (concert)
Chayz Lounge (607 Meeting St.) and saxophonist David Glymph invite you to enjoy “An Evening of Sax & R&B Rhythms.” Expect to hear hits and classics by Marvin Gaye, Kool & The Gang, Herb Alpert, Michael McDonald, Boz Scaggs, Christopher Cross, George Benson, The Bee Gees, The Spinners and more. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and showtime is 8 p.m. Admission is $30. Dressy attire is required. Visit chayzlounge.com for more information.

The Market At Icehouse
The Icehouse Amphitheater (107 W. Main St.) hosts The Market At Icehouse. This is a farmer/grower and local artisan market that fosters a community-friendly atmosphere in which to promote, support and encourage local production. Come join your friends and learn about eating fresh produce, supporting local artists and the Certified S.C. program. The Market At Icehouse runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and is free to attend. Visit icehouseamphitheater.com for more information.

OvaYonda Juneteenth Celebration
Historic Columbia Speedway (2001 Charleston Hwy.) invites you to celebrate African-American history and culture at the OvaYonda Juneteenth Celebration. This day of music, food and community features one of the region’s largest black marketplaces, complete with food trucks, produce stands, essential oil and herb vendors, sea moss products, candle makers and more. This event begins at noon and is free to attend. Visit columbiaspeedway.com for more information.

SUNDAY, JUNE 22

Car Show
Steel Hands Brewing (2350 Foreman St.) hosts a classic car show. All makes and models are welcome, from muscle cars to hot rods to American classics. There is no trailer parking allowed for this event, and it will be first-come, first-served in Steel Hands’ main parking lot. Cash prizes go to the 20 hottest and most popular cars, food is on the grill and Clay Johnson plays live. This event runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and is free to attend. Visit facebook.com/steelhandsbrewing for more information.

Colonial Forts Tour   
12,000 Year History Park (1120 Ft. Congaree Tr.) invites you to their Colonial Forts walking tour. Walk to the site of Fort Congaree and hear its stories as a trained guide delves into the struggles of the Deerskin Economy. Then travel forward in time to Fort Congaree and Fort Granby. This walk is approximately two miles, and it is free to attend. It begins at 2 p.m. Visit cayce12000years.com for more information.

MONDAY, JUNE 23

Lego Club
The Irmo Branch Library (6251 St. Andrews Rd.) hosts their weekly Lego Club meeting for grades K5 through six. Explore what you can build with Lego bricks and your imagination. This event runs from 4 to 5 p.m. and is free to attend. Visit lexcolibrary.com for more information.

TUESDAY, JUNE 24

Toucan Tuesday
The Riverbanks Zoo & Garden (500 Wildlife Pkwy.) hosts their popular weekly Toucan Tuesday event. Riverbanks teams with Harvest Hope Food Bank once again, and every Tuesday this summer, guests who donate two non-perishable food items will receive buy-one-get-one-free general admission and buy-one-get-one regular-sized ICEEs. Toucan Tuesday runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visit riverbanks.org for more information.

THURSDAY, JUNE 26

Meeting Street Artisan Night Market
Head over to Interactive Arts Park (425 Meeting St.) for a special evening edition of the Meeting Street Artisan Market. Shop handcrafted goods, enjoy live music and grab dinner from one of West Columbia’s many nearby restaurants. Browse for one-of-a-kind art and jewelry, catch up with neighbors and enjoy a vibrant summer evening. The market runs from 4 to 8 p.m. and is free to attend. Visit westcolumbiasc.gov for more information.

Across the county line

Ascension Lutheran Church (827 Wildwood Ave.) invites you to a special event on Friday, June 20. The “Forever Lifted, Forever Free” Juneteenth Concert features performances from the Columbia Operatic Laboratory that focus on the works of Black composers. Vocalists Ramelle Brooks, LaDejia T. Douglas, Christopher-Lopez Moore and Diamond Tyler perform starting at 7 p.m. and the event runs until 8:30 p.m. The performance is free to attend, but donations are welcome. Visit ascensionlutherancolumbia.com for more information.

The Senate (1022 Senate St.) welcomes popular rapper Project Pat on Friday, June 20. Pat has spent much of the last decade releasing gold-selling hit albums like “Mistah Don’t Play,” “Layin’ Da Smack Down” and “Walkin’ Bank Roll,” and he’s sure to play hit singles off those albums like “Knife Talk,” “Chickenhead,” “Sippin’ On Some Syrup” and more. Doors open at 6 p.m. and showtime is 7 p.m. Visit thesenatecolumbia.com for more information.

The Township Auditorium (1703 Taylor St.) and the Miss S.C. Scholarship Foundation invite you to “Dancing with the Palmetto Stars” on Saturday, June 21. A local star-studded cast of over 15 couples compete to be the evening’s Palmetto State Star. These hopeful hoofers are paired with a professional ballroom dancer to take on the tango, salsa, foxtrot and much more. Doors open at 6 p.m. and showtime is 7 p.m. Admission is $65. Visit thetownship.org for more information.

Head over to House St. on Saturday, June 21, for the 9th Annual Juneteenth Freedom Fest & Parade. The festival features live music, arts and crafts, food trucks, games, cultural demonstrations and historical info about the impact of African Americans on the United States. The parade ends the day. This event runs from 3 to 9 p.m. and is free to attend. Visit juneteenthfreedomfest.com for more information.

Bring the family to Ridge Spring Town Plaza on W. Main St. on Sunday, June 22, for the Ridge Spring Farmer’s Market. Local farmers gather to offer fresh produce, along with plants perfect for home gardens and landscaping. It’s a great opportunity to connect directly with farmers and learn more about where our food comes from. The market is free to attend and runs from 8 a.m. to noon. Visit ridgespringsc.com for more information.