From Here to Timbuktu, a special exhibit at EdVenture Children’s Museum in Columbia, S.C., is a hands-on adventure that helps children understand how people in West Africa live. Through February 2009. For more information, call (803) 779-3100 or visit edventure.org.

Augusta Canal Boat Tours. Tuesdays-Saturdays, enjoy a one-hour narrated tour along the canal at 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. Special group charters for other days or times can be arranged with advanced notice. Tours include admission to the Canal Interpretive Center and are $12 for adults; $10 for seniors, military and students ages 4-grade 12 or with college ID; and free for children ages 3 and younger. Winter hours for tours are effective through March 31. (706) 823-0440, ext. 4.

Augusta Children’s Chorale is holding auditions for the 2008-2009 season. Available to children in grades 3-8. Both training and performance choirs offer in-depth vocal choral training with local, national and international performing opportunities. A limited number of openings will be filled this spring. For an audition appointment, call (706) 826-4718.

Swamp Saturday is at 9:30 a.m. at Phinizy Swamp Nature Park. The academy’s trained volunteers lead a free two-and-a-half mile hike. Don’t miss a walk past wetlands and swamps, over picturesque trails and scenic outlooks. Call (706) 828-2109 in advance for groups.

Imagination Saturday at Michael’s is a 30-minute session for children ages 5-12 that begins at the following times: 10 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. The $2 fee includes supplies. (706) 738-9330.

National Read Across America Day. Join the fun at Sylvan Learning Center and honor Dr. Seuss from 2-6 p.m. Games, food and amusements donated by Jump City. (706) 868-1888.

Artrageous! Sunday: Lovely Landscapes is at 2 p.m. at the Morris Museum of Art. Study paintings in the museum with art instructor Cassie Thompson. Afterwards, create a beautiful textured landscape painting with watercolor, salt and oil pastels. Free. (706) 724-4501.

Museum Tour of the Morris Museum of Art is at 2:30 p.m. Free. (706) 724-4501

Story time at the Columbia County Public Library is at 10:15 a.m. for 2-year-olds, 11 a.m. for those ages 3-5. Registration for story time is quarterly. (706) 863-1946.

Story time at Borders Books, 11 a.m. (706) 737-6962.

Elementary Early Release Day for Richmond County.

Story time at the Diamond Lakes Branch Library is at 10 a.m. for preschoolers. Groups must pre-register. (706) 772-2432. Groups must pre-register. (706) 772-2432.

Story time at the Friedman Branch Library is at 10 a.m., all ages. Groups must pre-register. (706) 736-6758.

Story time at the Harlem Branch Library is at 10:30 a.m. for preschoolers. (706) 556-9795.

Drop-in session at the climbing wall at Carolina Bay Nature Reserve is at 5:30 p.m. for beginners and 6:30 p.m. for advanced climbers with instructors on-hand. Open to ages 3 and up. $5 per session. (803) 642-7631.

Augusta Lynx v. Texas Wildcatters at 7:05 p.m. at the James Brown Arena. Call (706) 722-3521 or visit augustalynx.com.

Elementary Early Release Day for Richmond County.

Story time at Maxwell Branch Library is at 10 a.m. for preschoolers. “Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss.” Registration required for groups. (706) 793-2020.

Story time at the Appleby Branch Library is at 10:05 a.m. for toddlers ages 2-35 months and 10:30 a.m. for preschoolers ages 3 and up. (706) 736-6244.

Story time at the Columbia County Public Library is at 10:15 a.m. for 2-year-olds, 11 a.m. for those ages 3-5, 2 p.m. for ages 6 and up, and 4 p.m. for a family story time for all ages. Registration for story time is quarterly. (706) 863-1946.

Story time at the Wallace Branch Library is at 10:30 a.m. for all ages. Registration is required. (706) 722-6275.

Story time at the Euchee Creek Branch Library is at 10:30 a.m. for preschoolers. (706) 556-0594.

Story time at the Augusta Headquarters Library is at 10 a.m. for preschoolers and 10:45 for toddlers. (706) 821-2600.

Story time at the Columbia County Public Library is at 10:15 a.m. for 2-year-olds, 11 a.m. for those ages 3-5. Registration for story time is quarterly. (706) 863-1946.

No classes for Aiken County Schools.

School Days Out is at the Clear Channel House Family Y of North Augusta. All-day camp for school-age kids on student holidays during the school year. Activities from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Early drop off at 7 a.m. and late pick up until 6 p.m. available at no extra cost. Call the North Augusta Branch for more information. (803) 278-0882.

Story time at the Burke County (Waynesboro) Library, 10:30 a.m. for preschoolers. Featuring a story and a craft: “Hopscotch the Bunny;” craft will be an Easter hat. Groups must pre-register. (706) 554-3277.

Operation KidSafe National Safety Tour is at 11 a.m. at First Citizens Bank, Martinez branch. Operation KidSafe captures your child’s picture and fingerprints and give you a quality printout, which can be provided to law enforcement to instantly aid in an investigation. Fire truck, police officers and KidSafe staff will also be on hand at this event.

Drop-in session at the climbing wall at Carolina Bay Nature Reserve is at 5:30 p.m. for beginners and 6:30 p.m. for advanced climbers with instructors on-hand. Open to ages 3 and up. $5 per session. (803) 642-7631

Operation KidSafe National Safety Tour is at 9 a.m. at First Citizens Bank, Walton’s Corner branch. Operation KidSafe captures your child’s picture and fingerprints and will give you a quality printout, which can be provided to law enforcement to instantly aid in an investigation. Fire truck, police officers and KidSafe staff will also be on hand at this event.

Electronics and glass recycling will take place from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Columbia County Government Center Complex. For more information on acceptable and non-acceptable items, call (706) 312-7195 or visit columbiacountyga.gov.

Imagination Saturday at Michael’s is a 30-minute session for children ages 5-12 that begins at the following times: 10 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. The $2 fee includes supplies. (706) 738-9330.

Paw Prints is at 10 a.m. at Reed Creek Park. Learn a bit about local wildlife while making you own plaster animal track to take home. With Carol Jackson, 4-H program assistant. Free. Call (706) 210-4027 or visit reedcreekpark.com.

Flying Colors, produced by the Children’s Musical Theatre Ensemble, is at 3 and 7 p.m. at the Jabez S. Hardin Performing Arts Center. Tickets available at the door; adults $12, students $6, kids under 4 are free. (706) 869-0089.

Parent’s Night Out at Marshall Family Y in Evans from 6-9:30 p.m. and Thomson Branch from 5-9:30 p.m., is open to children ages 2-12. Activities include fitness fun, crafts and snacks. Cost is $10 per child for members, $15 per child for non-members. Space is limited and pre-registration is suggested. Call Marshall Family Y at (706) 364-3269 or the Thomson Branch at (706) 595-5615.

Daylight Savings Time begins.

Museum Tour of the Morris Museum of Art is at 2:30 p.m. Free. (706) 724-4501.

Augusta Lynx v. Gwinnett Gladiators at 4:05 p.m. at the James Brown Arena. Call (706) 722-3521 or visit augustalynx.com.

Story time at the Columbia County Public Library is at 10:15 a.m. for 2-year-olds, 11 a.m. for those ages 3-5. Registration for story time is quarterly. (706) 863-1946.

Story time at Borders Books, 11 a.m. (706) 737-6962.

Story time at the Diamond Lakes Branch Library is at 10 a.m. for preschoolers. Groups must pre-register. (706) 772-2432.

Story time at the Friedman Branch Library is at 10 a.m., all ages. Groups must pre-register. (706) 736-6758.

Story time at the Harlem Branch Library is at 10:30 a.m. for preschoolers. (706) 556-9795.

Craft Workshop — Spring Fling is at 10:30 a.m. at the Appleby Branch Library. For ages 3-5. Registration begins March 3 and is required for participation. (706) 736-6244.

Drop-in session at the climbing wall at Carolina Bay Nature Reserve is at 5:30 p.m. for beginners and 6:30 p.m. for advanced climbers with instructors on-hand. Open to ages 3 and up. $5 per session. (803) 642-7631.

Augusta Lynx v. Gwinnett Gladiators at 7:05 p.m. at the James Brown Arena. Call (706) 722-3521 or visit augustalynx.com.

Story time at Maxwell Branch Library is at 10 a.m. for preschoolers. “Easter Time.” Registration required for groups. (706) 793-2020.

Nurturing Nature Preschool Walk is at 10 a.m. at Reed Creek Park. The park’s preschool programs are designed to nurture young people’s curiosity of the natural world with an outdoor walk and craft about nature. Thursday programs will be the same topic as offered on the Wednesday programs. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Free. Call (706) 210-4027 or visit reedcreekpark.com.

Story time at the Appleby Branch Library is at 10:05 a.m. for toddlers ages 2-35 months and 10:30 a.m. for preschoolers ages 3 and up. (706) 736-6244.

Story time at the Columbia County Public Library is at 10:15 a.m. for 2-year-olds, 11 a.m. for those ages 3-5, 2 p.m. for ages 6 and up, and 4 p.m. for a family story time for all ages. Registration for story time is quarterly. (706) 863-1946.

Story time at the Wallace Branch Library is at 10:30 a.m. for all ages. Registration is required. (706) 722-6275.

Story time at the Euchee Creek Branch Library is at 10:30 a.m. for preschoolers. (706) 556-0594.

Pond Exploration is at 4:30 p.m. at Reed Creek Park. With dip nets in hand, children will explore and learn about what critters live in the park’s pond (and wetland too, if it fills with water). Be prepared to get a little bit wet and muddy. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required. Free. Call (706) 210-4027 or visit reedcreekpark.com.

Augusta Lynx v. Charlotte Checkers at 7:05 p.m. at the James Brown Arena. Call (706) 722-3521 or visit augustalynx.com.

Story time at the Augusta Headquarters Library is at 10 a.m. for preschoolers and 10:45 for toddlers. (706) 821-2600.

Toddler Thursday is at 10 a.m. at the Morris Museum of Art. Learn about shapes while viewing the painting “Abstraction” by Paul Ninas, then create an abstract sun catcher. For children 5 and under. Museum members, chaperones and parents, free. Nonmembers, $4 per participant. Register by calling (706) 828-3867.

Story time at the Columbia County Public Library is at 10:15 a.m. for 2-year-olds, 11 a.m. for those ages 3-5. Registration for story time is quarterly. (706) 863-1946.

Teen Book Discussion is at 6:30 p.m. at the Columbia County Library. “Fahrenheit 451” by Ray Bradbury will be discussed. Part of One Book, One Community. (706) 863-1946.

All About Frogs is at 7 p.m. at Reed Creek Park. This indoor and outdoor program is about local frogs and how the park is studying them through a calling survey. Participants will search for frogs, and, of course, listen for them using the calling-survey protocol. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required. Free. Call (706) 210-4027 or visit reedcreekpark.com.

Story time at the Burke County (Waynesboro) Library, 10:30 a.m. for preschoolers. Featuring a story and a craft. “St. Patrick’s Day in the Morning;” craft will be a good luck four-leaf clover. Groups must pre-register. (706) 554-3277.

St. Patrick’s Day Celebration is from noon-9 p.m. at the Augusta Common. This year’s event will feature entertainment, dance, children’s activities, and, of course, plenty of food and beverages. For additional information, contact City of Augusta Special Events at (706) 821-1754.

Drop-in session at the climbing wall at Carolina Bay Nature Reserve is at 5:30 p.m. for beginners and 6:30 p.m. for advanced climbers with instructors on-hand. Open to ages 3 and up. $5 per session. (803) 642-7631.

Parent’s Night Out at Clear Channel House Family Y of North Augusta, from 6:30-9:30 p.m., is open to children ages 2-12. Activities include fitness fun, crafts and snacks while parents enjoy a night out. Cost is $10 per child for members, $15 per child for non-members. Space is limited and pre-registration is suggested. Call Clear Channel House Family Y at (803) 278-0882.

Springtime After Hours Story Time is at 6:30 p.m. at the Columbia County Library. There will be games, story time and crafts for the entire family. Registration is required. For more information, call the Children’s Department at (706) 447-7657.

Canal Clean-Up Day is from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Meet at the Lake Olmstead Park near the boat ramp. Volunteer to help clean up Lake Olmstead and the Canal. Volunteers will be served a picnic lunch at Lake Olmstead Park after the clean-up. Fore more information, call Margaret Harrison at (706) 823-0440 x. 6 or email mharrison@augustacanal.com.

Imagination Saturday at Michael’s is a 30-minute session for children ages 5-12 that begins at the following times: 10 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. The $2 fee includes supplies. (706) 738-9330.

Way Out West in a Dress, produced by the Children’s Musical Theatre Ensemble, is at 3 and 7 p.m. at the Jabez S. Hardin Performing Arts Center. Tickets available at the door; adults $12, students $6, kids under 4 are free. (706) 869-0089.

The Sunday Scrabble Club, for those ages 12 and up, meets at the Columbia County Public Library at 2 p.m. Bring your own board. (706) 863-1946.

Museum Tour of the Morris Museum of Art is at 2:30 p.m. Free. (706) 724-4501.

Brahms’ A German Requiem, featuring the Augusta Symphony, five area choruses and soloists under the direction of conductor Joseph Flummerfelt, will be performed as a part of Concerts With A Cause, at 4 p.m. at First Baptist of Augusta. The concert will benefit Heritage Academy. (706) 724-9641 or augustasymphony.org.

Pre-K Registration for Columbia County is at 9 a.m. at Bel Air Elementary. Please bring child’s certified birth certificate for age verification, Social Security card and proof of residence (gas, electric or water bill showing service address). A lottery will be held to determine those who can participate. Children new to the Columbia County public school system area also required to register for grades 1-5. (706) 541-0650 or ccboe.net.

Story time at the Columbia County Public Library is at 10:15 a.m. for 2-year-olds and 11 a.m. for those ages 3-5. Registration for story time is quarterly. (706) 863-1946.

Story time at Borders Books, 11 a.m. (706) 737-6962.

Pre-K Registration for Columbia County is at 2 p.m. at Westmont Elementary. Please bring child’s certified birth certificate for age verification, Social Security card and proof of residence (gas, electric or water bill showing service address). A lottery will be held to determine those who can participate. Children new to the Columbia County public school system area also required to register for grades 1-5. (706) 541-0650 or ccboe.net.

Pre-K Registration for Columbia County is at 9 a.m. at Greenbrier and Riverside Elementary. Please bring child’s certified birth certificate for age verification, Social Security card and proof of residence (gas, electric or water bill showing service address). A lottery will be held to determine those who can participate. Children new to the Columbia County public school system area also required to register for grades 1-5. (706) 541-0650 or ccboe.net.

Story time at the Diamond Lakes Branch Library is at 10 a.m. for preschoolers. Book and story readings, games, crafts, songs, puppets and short films; something different every week. Groups must pre-register. (706) 772-2432.

Story time at the Friedman Branch Library is at 10 a.m., all ages. Groups must pre-register. (706) 736-6758.

Story time at the Harlem Branch Library is at 10:30 a.m. for preschoolers. (706) 556-9795.

Pre-K Registration for Columbia County is at 2 p.m. at North Columbia Elementary. Please bring child’s certified birth certificate for age verification, Social Security card and proof of residence (gas, electric or water bill showing service address). A lottery will be held to determine those who can participate. Children new to the Columbia County public school system area also required to register for grades 1-5. (706) 541-0650 or ccboe.net.

Drop-in session at the climbing wall at Carolina Bay Nature Reserve is at 5:30 p.m. for beginners and 6:30 p.m. for advanced climbers with instructors on-hand. Open to ages 3 and up. $5 per session. (803) 642-7631.

Pre-K Registration for Columbia County is at 9 a.m. at River Ridge and Stevens Creek Elementary. Please bring child’s certified birth certificate for age verification, Social Security card and proof of residence (gas, electric or water bill showing service address). A lottery will be held to determine those who can participate. Children new to the Columbia County public school system area also required to register for grades 1-5. (706) 541-0650 or ccboe.net.

Story time at Maxwell Branch Library is at 10 a.m. for preschoolers. “Blow Wind Blow.” Registration required for groups. (706) 793-2020.

Story time at the Appleby Branch Library is at 10:05 a.m. for toddlers ages 2-35 months and 10:30 a.m. for preschoolers ages 3 and up. (706) 736-6244.

Story time at the Columbia County Public Library is at 10:15 a.m. for 2-year-olds, 11 a.m. for those ages 3-5, 2 p.m. for ages 6 and up, and 4 p.m. for a family story time for all ages. Registration for story time is quarterly. (706) 863-1946.

Story time at the Wallace Branch Library is at 10:30 a.m. for all ages. Registration is required. (706) 722-6275.

Story time at the Euchee Creek Branch Library is at 10:30 a.m. For preschoolers. (706) 556-0594.

Pre-K Registration for Columbia County is at 2 p.m. at Martinez Elementary. Please bring child’s certified birth certificate for age verification, Social Security card and proof of residence (gas, electric or water bill showing service address). A lottery will be held to determine those who can participate. Children new to the Columbia County public school system area also required to register for grades 1-5. (706) 541-0650 or ccboe.net.

Insect Investigations is at 4:30 p.m. at Reed Creek Park. Participants will learn about the park’s six-legged friends as they catch and release insects with bug nets. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Free. Call (706) 210-4027 or visit reedcreekpark.com.

First day of spring.

Pre-K Registration for Columbia County is at 9 a.m. at Brookwood Elementary. Please bring child’s certified birth certificate for age verification, Social Security card and proof of residence (gas, electric or water bill showing service address). A lottery will be held to determine those who can participate. Children new to the Columbia County public school system area also required to register for grades 1-5. (706) 541-0650 or ccboe.net.

Story time at the Augusta Headquarters Library is at 10 a.m. for preschoolers and 10:45 for toddlers. (706) 821-2600.

Nurturing Nature Preschool Walk is at 10 a.m. at Reed Creek Park. The park’s preschool programs nurture young people’s curiosity of the natural world with an outdoor walk and craft about nature. Thursday programs will be the same topic as offered on the Wednesday programs. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Free. Call (706) 210-4027 or visit reedcreekpark.com.

Story time at the Columbia County Public Library is at 10:15 a.m. for 2-year-olds, 11 a.m. for those ages 3-5. Registration for story time is quarterly. (706) 863-1946.

Diamond Lakes Egg Scramble is at 11 a.m. at Diamond Lakes Branch Library, and includes crafts, games, prizes and over 5,000 candy-filled eggs. (706) 772-2432.

Community Easter Egg Hunt, sponsored by the Augusta Parks and Recreation Department, is from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Augusta Common for children ages 12 and under. $1. (706) 821-1754.

Pre-K Registration for Columbia County is at 1:45 p.m. at South Columbia Elementary. Please bring child’s certified birth certificate for age verification, Social Security card and proof of residence (gas, electric or water bill showing service address). A lottery will be held to determine those who can participate. Children new to the Columbia County public school system area also required to register for grades 1-5. (706) 541-0650 or ccboe.net.

Good Friday.

Story time at the Burke County (Waynesboro) Library, 10:30 a.m. for preschoolers. Featuring an Easter Egg Hunt. Groups must pre-register. (706) 554-3277.

Drop-in session at the climbing wall at Carolina Bay Nature Reserve is at 5:30 p.m. for beginners and 6:30 p.m. for advanced climbers with instructors on-hand. Open to ages 3 and up. $5 per session. (803) 642-7631.

Parent’s Night Out is at Jumpin’ Party Zone at 7 p.m. Includes pizza, popcorn, a movie and jumpin’ fun. (706) 228-1819.

Augusta Lynx v. Pensacola Ice Pilots at 7:35 p.m. at the James Brown Arena. Call (706) 722-3521 or visit augustalynx.com.

Easter Egg Scramble, sponsored by Columbia County Community events, begins at 10 a.m. at Blanchard Woods Park, 4600 Blanchard Woods Dr. in Evans. Admission is free, and children will search by age groups for the more than 8,000 candy- and toy-filled Easter eggs. The Easter Bunny will be available for pictures and Tara Scheyer and the Mud Puppy Band will perform at 10:45 a.m. For more information, call (706) 312-7191.

Pond Exploration is at 10 a.m. at Reed Creek Park. With dip nets in hand, children will explore and learn about what critters live in the pond (and wetland too, if it fills with water). Be prepared to get a little bit wet and muddy. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required. Free. Call (706) 210-4027 or visit reedcreekpark.com.

Easter Egg-Strordinaire is at the Wilson Family Y. An exciting hunt for Easter eggs for all ages begins at 10 a.m. The event will include a hayride, face painting, Easter egg dying table, educational activity, sack races and much, much more. (706) 922-9622.

Imagination Saturday at Michael’s is a 30-minute session for children ages 5-12 that begins at the following times: 10 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. The $2 fee includes supplies. (706) 738-9330.

Parent’s Night Out at Wilson Family Y. Fun, entertaining night for kids ages 2-12 from 6-9:30 p.m. Evening includes dinner, gymnastics and basketball instruction. Cost is $15 for Family Y members; $20 for non-members. Pre-registration at the Wilson Family Y is required. Call (706) 922-9622 or visit 3570 Wheeler Road.

Augusta Lynx v. Gwinnett Gladiators at 7:05 p.m. at the James Brown Arena. Call (706) 722-3521 or visit augustalynx.com.

Easter.

Easter Sunrise Service is at 7 a.m. at the Jessye Norman Amphitheater. (706) 821-1754.

Pre-K Registration for Columbia County is at 9 a.m. at Grovetown Elementary. You must register at the school you are zoned to attend. Please bring child’s certified birth certificate for age verification, Social Security card and proof of residence (gas, electric or water bill showing service address). A lottery will be held to determine those who can participate. Children new to the Columbia County public school system area also required to register for grades 1-5. A copy of the most recent report card or grade report should be brought to registration to ensure correct grade placement. All immunization requirements should be up to date. (706) 541-0650 or ccboe.net.

Story time at the Columbia County Public Library is at 10:15 a.m. for 2-year-olds, 11 a.m. for those ages 3-5. Registration for story time is quarterly. (706) 863-1946.

Story time at the Burke County (Waynesboro) Library, 10:30 a.m. for preschoolers. Groups must pre-register. (706) 554-3277.

Story time at Borders Books, 11 a.m. (706) 737-6962.

Pre-K Registration for Columbia County is at 1:45 p.m. at Evans and Blue Ridge Elementary. Please bring child’s certified birth certificate for age verification, Social Security card and proof of residence (gas, electric or water bill showing service address). A lottery will be held to determine those who have the opportunity to participate. Children new to the Columbia County public school system area also required to register for grades 1-5. (706) 541-0650 or ccboe.net.

Pre-K Registration for Columbia County is at 9 a.m. at Lewiston Elementary. Please bring child’s certified birth certificate for age verification, Social Security card and proof of residence (gas, electric or water bill showing service address). A lottery will be held to determine those who have the opportunity to participate. Children new to the Columbia County public school system area also required to register for grades 1-5. (706) 541-0650 or ccboe.net.

Story time at the Diamond Lakes Branch Library is at 10 a.m. for preschoolers. Book and story readings, games, crafts, songs, puppets and short films; something different every week. Groups must pre-register. (706) 772-2432.
Story time at the Friedman Branch Library is at 10 a.m., all ages. Groups must pre-register. (706) 736-6758.

Story time at the Harlem Branch Library is at 10:30 a.m. for preschoolers. (706) 556-9795.

Pre-K Registration for Columbia County is at 1 p.m. at Euchee Creek Elementary. Please bring child’s certified birth certificate for age verification, Social Security card and proof of residence (gas, electric or water bill showing service address). A lottery will be held to determine those who can participate. Children new to the Columbia County public school system area also required to register for grades 1-5. (706) 541-0650 or ccboe.net.

Drop-in session at the climbing wall at Carolina Bay Nature Reserve is at 5:30 p.m. for beginners and 6:30 p.m. for advanced climbers with instructors on-hand. Open to ages 3 and up. $5 per session. (803) 642-7631.

Pre-K Registration for Columbia County is at 9 a.m. at North Harlem Elementary. Please bring child’s certified birth certificate for age verification, Social Security card and proof of residence (gas, electric or water bill showing service address). A lottery will be held to determine those who can participate. Children new to the Columbia County public school system area also required to register for grades 1-5. (706) 541-0650 or ccboe.net.

Story time at Maxwell Branch Library is at 10 a.m. for preschoolers. “Boo-Hoo.” Registration required for groups. (706) 793-2020.

Story time at the Appleby Branch Library is at 10:05 a.m. for toddlers ages 2-35 months and 10:30 a.m. for preschoolers ages 3 and up. (706) 736-6244.

Story time at the Columbia County Public Library is at 10:15 a.m. for 2-year-olds, 11 a.m. for those ages 3-5, 2 p.m. for ages 6 and up, and 4 p.m. for a family story time for all ages. Registration for story time is quarterly. (706) 863-1946.

Story time at the Wallace Branch Library is at 10:30 a.m. for all ages. Registration is required. (706) 722-6275.

Story time at the Euchee Creek Branch Library is at 10:30 a.m. for preschoolers. (706) 556-0594.

Pre-K Registration for Columbia County is at 1 p.m. at Cedar Ridge Elementary. Please bring child’s certified birth certificate for age verification, Social Security card and proof of residence (gas, electric or water bill showing service address). A lottery will be held to determine those who can participate. Children new to the Columbia County public school system area also required to register for grades 1-5. (706) 541-0650 or ccboe.net.

Story time at the Augusta Headquarters Library is at 10 a.m. for preschoolers and 10:45 for toddlers. (706) 821-2600.

Story time at the Columbia County Public Library is at 10:15 a.m. for 2-year-olds, 11 a.m. for those ages 3-5. Registration for story time is quarterly. (706) 863-1946.

Teacher Workday. No classes for Aiken County schools.

School Days Out is at the Clear Channel House Family Y of North Augusta. All-day camp for school-age kids on student holidays during the school year. Activities from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Early drop off at 7 a.m. and late pick up until 6 p.m. available at no extra cost. Call the North Augusta branch for more information. (803) 278-0882.

Roar of Love, a ballet inspired by The Chronicles of Narnia, will be performed at the Bell Auditorium at 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. at 7 p.m. by the Columbia County Ballet. For more information, call (706) 860-1852 or visit columbiaballet.com.

Story time at the Burke County (Waynesboro) Library, 10:30 a.m. for preschoolers. Featuring “What a Day for Flying;” craft will be balloon cut-outs. Groups must pre-register. (706) 554-3277.

Drop-in session at the climbing wall at Carolina Bay Nature Reserve is at 5:30 p.m. for beginners and 6:30 p.m. for advanced climbers with instructors on-hand. Open to ages 3 and up. $5 per session. (803) 642-7631.

Augusta Lynx v. Columbia Inferno at 7:35 p.m. at the James Brown Arena. Call (706) 722-3521 or visit augustalynx.com.

Roar of Love, a ballet inspired by The Chronicles of Narnia, will be performed at the Bell Auditorium at 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. at 7 p.m. by the Columbia County Ballet. For more information, call (706) 860-1852 or visit columbiaballet.com.

Imagination Saturday at Michael’s is a 30-minute session for children ages 5-12 that begins at the following times: 10 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. The $2 fee includes supplies. (706) 738-9330.

Stupendous! Family Saturday: Military Salute is at 10:30 a.m. at the Morris Museum of Art. Actor Mike Wiley performs “The Fighting 99th Squadron of —Tuskegee!,” a dramatic account of the fearless WWII African-American fighter pilots. Enjoy musical selections by the United States Army Signal Corps Dixieland Band in the auditorium and complete patriotic-themed art projects in the activity room. Free. (706) 724-7501.

Augusta Lynx v. Mississippi SeaWolves at 7:05 p.m. at the James Brown Arena. Call (706) 722-3521 or visit augustalynx.com.

Museum Tour of the Morris Museum of Art is at 2:30 p.m. Free. (706) 724-4501.

Story time at the Columbia County Public Library is at 10:15 a.m. for 2-year-olds, 11 a.m. for those ages 3-5. Registration for story time is quarterly. (706) 863-1946.

Story time at Borders Books, 11 a.m. (706) 737-6962.

Drop-in session at the climbing wall at Carolina Bay Nature Reserve is at 5:30 p.m. for beginners and 6:30 p.m. for advanced climbers with instructors on-hand. Open to ages 3 and up. $5 per session. (803) 642-7631.

Baby Care Basics & Breastfeeding — Saturday Seminar is March 8 from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Trinity Hospital. This seminar features two of the most popular offerings in a convenient format. The Baby Care Basics gives parents knowledge and confidence in caring for their baby. Parents will learn about diapering, bathing, feeding and more. The Breastfeeding presentation features information about the physiology of milk production, nutritional needs of mother and baby, nipple care and milk storage. Eating habits and weaning will also be discussed. (706) 481-7727 or trinityofaugusta.com.

Baby Care Class is Sunday, March 2, from 4-6:30 p.m. at Doctors Hospital. Class covers basic infant care, including newborn characteristics, diapering, feeding and bathing for expectant and new parents. Must pre-register. (706) 651-2229 or doctors-hospital.net.

Baby Signs Parent Workshop for Sign, Say & Play is Tuesday, March 4, from 7-9 p.m. at the MCG Children’s Medical Center. The Parent Workshop is a one-time introductory seminar for expectant and new parents, grandparents or caregivers. It teaches everything you need to know to get started with the Baby Signs program. $50 for two parents/adults; includes a Parent Workshop Kit. To register, call (706) 721-6929.

Breastfeeding Class is Tuesday, March 18, from 6:45-9 p.m. at the MCG Ambulatory Care Center. This free monthly class helps expectant parents gain breastfeeding knowledge and confidence to ensure success. To register, call (706) 721-9351.

Breastfeeding Class is Thursday, March 20, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Doctors Hospital. Along with accurate information about breastfeeding, this class helps instill a realistic perception of the role of a breastfeeding mother. Pre-registration is required. (706) 651-2229 or doctors-hospital.net.

Breastfeeding Class is Thursday, March 20, from 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Babies R Us. This class is designed for the expectant mother who plans to breastfeed. If you want in-depth information on how to evaluate breastfeeding and get off to a good start, this class is for you. Pre-registration is required, (706) 774-2825.

Caring for Your Newborn is Wednesday, March 5, from noon-1 p.m. at the MCG Children’s Medical Center. This free session will provide information on caring for infants and will answer questions about feeding and bathing a baby, safety, cutting fingernails and crying. Part of the Wee Wisdom series. (706) 721-KIDS or MCGHealth.org.

Certified infant massage. Learn the art of communicating love through touch in the comfort of your own home. Instruction offered pre-/post-delivery. (803) 640-6191.

Certified lactation consultant. Ensures bonding and breastfeeding success. In-home service. (706) 495-4036.

Infant CPR class is Thursday, March 27, from 6:30-9 p.m. at Doctors Hospital. Both foreign body airway obstruction and CPR are demonstrated and taught. This is a hands-on class where everyone participates. Pre-registration is required. (706) 651-2229 or visit doctors-hospital.net.

Infant CPR class is Thursday, March 27, at 7 p.m. at University Hospital. Learn and practice infant CPR on mannequins and learn other aspects of infant safety. $5. (706) 774-2825.

Infant massage class is Saturday, March 8, at 11 a.m. at Babies R Us. Taught by Elaine Casteen of Trinity Hospital. Learn how to soothe and calm your baby through the use of gentle touch. Free. (706) 210-7858 or visit trinityofaugusta.com.

Mother’s Helper is a service offered by board certified lactation consultant Jennifer O’Quinn in which new mothers can receive breastfeeding advice and materials. (706) 736-1893 or j.oquinn@knology.net.

Pat-A-Cake reunions. Graduates from the Pat-A-Cake Club meet the first Wednesday of each month at 10 a.m. in the Summerville Building, Suite 430. (706) 481-7727.

Tender Touch is a service for new mothers and their babies offered by University Hospital in which a certified nursing assistant will come to your home to provide emotional and physical support. (706) 774-4160.

University Hospital Breastfeeding Hotline. University operates a special phone consultation service for anyone in the community with a breastfeeding question. (706) 774-2331.

Your Healthy Baby is Wednesday, March 12, from noon-1 p.m. at the MCG Children’s Medical Center. This free session provides caregivers with strategies for helping children develop healthy habits, which includes information on appropriate foods, the importance of exercise and guidelines for doctors visits. Part of the Wee Wisdom Series. (706) 721-KIDS or MCGHealth.org.

WIC Breastfeeding Helpline. This toll-free number is available to all breastfeeding mothers with questions or concerns. The helpline offers the opportunity to speak with a breastfeeding counselor directly and/or to receive information about breastfeeding services offered through the WIC program and in the CSRA. (800) 992-9708.

Baby’s Brother and Sister is Sunday, March 2, from 2-3:30 p.m. at Doctors Hospital. Siblings ages 3-10 can visit the facilities of the obstetrical department and newborn nursery to learn where Mom and the new baby will stay. They will also learn how to care for their new sibling. Sibling rivalry will be discussed. Pre-registration is required. (706) 651-2229 or doctors-hospital.net.

A Birth to Remember Doula services by Heather Eckstein, CD (DONA). Providing support for expectant mothers and their partners. (706) 533-9723 or abirthtoremember.com.

Bradley Childbirth classes, an alternative to Lamaze, held weekdays. (706) 541-0970 or (800) 4ABIRTH.

Bradley Method Childbirth classes cover pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum care and address such issues as exercise, nutrition, relaxation, pain management, coaching, breastfeeding, parenting, positive communications and consumerism. (803) 210-9371.

Certified pregnancy/postpartum massage. In-home service. Gift certificates available. (803) 640-6191.

Childbirth Education and Parent Preparation is held Saturday, March 8, from 10 a.m.-6 p.m., at the MCG Children’s Medical Center conference center, first floor. Come learn from experienced instructors about your labor, you baby’s birth and how to prepare for that exciting day. You will want to register for this class during your 5th-9th month of pregnancy. $50; registration required. (706) 721-9351.

Childbirth Preparation classes. The Augusta Care Pregnancy Center offers free classes covering a wide range of topics (e.g., what to expect during labor and delivery, nutrition, etc.) every Tuesday from 10 a.m.-noon or 6-8 p.m. Call Trisha Mosley at (706) 724-3733.

Doula services and childbirth classes available. Offering private family pregnancy and postpartum support and specializing in teen pregnancy education and advocacy, with a goal of promoting life through education. Call Lisa Brown at (706) 955-3266.

Doula services offered by Mary Hammock. She provides emotional, physical and informational labor support that supplements the care of the medical birth team. (706) 830-6100.

Expectant Parents Seminar is Thursday, March 27, from 7-8 p.m. at Babies R Us in Evans. Learn the basics of newborn care from an obstetrical nurse from Trinity Hospital of Augusta. Registration is required. For more information, call (706) 210-7858 or visit trinityofaugusta.com.

Family Focused Childbirth Tours are offered at Trinity Hospital. Tours of the mother/baby wing of the hospital are offered by appointment. Please call to arrange a tour at your convenience. Free. (706) 481-7727 or trinityofaugusta.com.

Hospital Tour is Thursday, March 6, at 7 p.m. at Doctors Hospital. Visit the obstetrical department, as well as the nursery, the labor/delivery/recovery rooms and a patient room. Pre-registration is required. (706) 651-2229 or visit doctors-hospital.net.

Labor doula Angie Boland offers support and comfort measures for those seeking a drug-free birth. (706) 359-1868.

Mom-to-Be Tea is Sunday, March 16, at 2 p.m. at University Hospital. To register, call (706) 774-2825.

Natural Family Planning is Wednesday, March 5, at 7 p.m. at Trinity Hospital. This class provides information for couples that desire a more natural approach to family planning. (706) 481-7406 or trinityofaugusta.com.

Oh Baby! Doula services by A. Sala Adenike Jeter-Allen, an A.L.A.C.E. trained professional labor support provider. (706) 210-8033 or dadadoula@yahoo.com.

Our New Baby Brother or Sister is Monday, March 24, from 4-5 p.m. at Trinity Hospital. A new baby is a major event for all family members, no matter how old they are. This class will prepare big brothers and sisters for the new arrival and teach them how to participate in the care of the baby. A visit to the nursery is also included. (706) 481-7727 or trinityofaugusta.com.

Prepared Childbirth classes are held Mondays, March 17-April 21, from 7-9:30 p.m. at Doctors Hospital. This class covers the signs, symptoms and stages of labor. It also provides information on Cesarean births and post-partum care, as well as relaxation and breathing techniques. This is a six-week class. Pre-registration is required. (706) 651-2229 or doctors-hospital.net.

Refresher Childbirth Preparation class is Monday, March 24, from 7-9:30 p.m. at University Hospital. (706) 774-2825.

Saturday Express Childbirth Preparation class is March 15 from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. at Trinity Hospital. This one-day class will help you and your support person understand the final stages of pregnancy, as well as labor and the birth of your baby. Coping techniques, the post-partum period and the remarkable world of newborns will be discussed. A tour of the Family-Focused Childbirth unit is also included. Free. (706) 481-7727 or trinityofaugusta.com.

Saturday Express Prepared Childbirth class is March 1 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at Doctors Hospital. This one-day class covers the signs, symptoms and stages of labor. There will be an overview of labor and delivery as well as a review of epidurals. During this class you will learn breathing techniques to help you from the onset of labor until the point of epidural. Lunch is provided. Pre-registration is required. (706) 651-2229 or doctors-hospital.net.

Sibling Birthday Party is in the University Hospital Cafeteria Tuesday, March 25, at 3 p.m. The arrival of a new baby affects the whole family; bring older children along to celebrate this experience with a party that includes cake, a tour of the nursery, videos, doll diapering and a coloring book. Registration required. (706) 774-2825.

Stork Club, a pre- and post-natal low-impact aerobics class for new and almost new moms, is at the Wilson Family Y indoor pool on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:30-7:20 p.m. Cost is $55 per month for non-members; free to Family Y members. Financial assistance is available. Physician’s permission required. (706) 922-9622.

Weekend Childbirth Preparation class is Friday, March 7, from 6:30-9:30 p.m. and Saturday, March 8, from 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. at University Hospital. $100. (706) 774-2825.

Women’s Center Tour is Thursday, March 13, from 7-9:30 p.m. at University Hospital. Free. Tour the labor and delivery, post-partum and nursery areas, and receive information regarding sibling visitation, rooming in and birthing options. Pre-registration is required. (706) 774-2825.

Aiken Community Playhouse Youth Wing, open to all middle- and high-school students, meets the second Saturday of each month. No audition or pre-registration required. Members will learn acting fundamentals, improvisation skills, stage movement and voice projection, as well as some of the technical aspects of theatre such as set construction and design. (803) 648-1438 or aikencommunityplayhouse.com.

Aiken Parks, Recreation and Tourism offers a variety of classes, including ceramics, karate, rock-climbing and tennis. (803) 642-7631 or aiken.net.

Arts a Way offers after-school art classes for kids on Monday and Tuesday at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. Cost per session is $15. Arts a Way also offers Friday Family Nights each month. (706) 855-1432 or artsaway.com.

Augusta Jewish Community Center in Evans offers a wide variety of classes for children of all ages and adults. Preschool classes include Mommy & Me, Drama & Art, Kindermusik and Sign and Sing. Also offered are violin, piano and guitar classes; Spanish classes; Science Adventures (Motion Madness and Club Guts); archery; beginning soccer; math lab for junior high; horseback riding; children’s theater; Olympic Tae Kwon Do; drawing and painting; tennis; mixed media; cooking for kids; sculpture; Art Around the World and Children’s Garden Patch. Teen and adult classes include jewelry making; Cooking Around the World; afghan making; Israeli dance; tennis clinic; and spoken Hebrew. Boy and Girl Scout troops also meet at the AJCC. (706) 228-3636 or augustajcc.org.

Augusta Parks and Recreation has dance classes at the following centers: Bernie Ward (modern for ages 5-12), Hephzibah (clogging for ages 4-12) and McBean (ages 4-13). Classes range from $25-$28 a month. (706) 796-5025.

Awana is a Bible-based program for kids ages 3 through 6th grade. Call the Bible Cathedral on Fury’s Ferry Road at (706) 863-7090.

Carolina String Academy, 913B Dougherty Road in Aiken, offers instruction for most stringed instruments including violin, viola, cello, bass, guitar, electric bass, mandolin, fiddle and banjo. They also offer summer camps on a variety of instruments. (803) 663-1658.

Cattail Kids is a club for children in kindergarten through 2nd grade. Members participate in ecological arts and crafts and nature walks. Membership, $25, includes a subscription to the club newsletter, a T-shirt and a membership certificate. The Phinizy Swamp Nature Park sponsors the club. (706) 828-2109 or naturalsciencesacademy.org.

Children’s yoga classes held at Christ Church Unity, 2301 Central Avenue. Sharada Carmen teaches a yoga class for youth. Love offering accepted. (706) 738-2458.

Creek Freaks Club is open to students in 8th grade through high school. The club conducts chemical and biological monitoring of Butler Creek and provides an excellent educational experience. For a $50 annual membership fee, club members participate in monthly meetings and receive a Phinizy Swamp Nature Park T-shirt, membership card and certificate. The Phinizy Swamp Nature Park sponsors the club. (706) 828-2109 or naturalsciencesacademy.org.

Family Music For Toddlers, a Musikgarten program for children ages 15 months to 31/2 years, involves parent and child in singing, moving, listening and playing instruments together. The class meets Thursdays at 10 a.m. at the Warren Road Community Center. For more information, call (706) 955-7819 or email gatorcane@comcast.net.

Fencing lessons for children as young as 8 are offered by the Augusta Fencers Club at 134 9th St. They offer private lessons and group beginner classes, as well as special homeschool classes. (706) 722-8878.

First Tee of Augusta offers golf and life skills classes, league play, equipment use and more for youth ages 8-17 with little to no exposure to the game of golf. Program welcomes youth groups, churches, scouts and schools and features a full-service pro shop, driving range, practice areas and PGA golf instruction. There is a $25 annual fee and a $40 fee per season. Scholarships are available. (706) 364-GOLF (4653) or thefirstteeaugusta.org.

Fun Time Friday is a gym class for children ages 2-5 that is held Fridays, 10:45-11:30 a.m., at Warren Road Community Center. $2 per class, and there will be no class when Richmond County schools are not in session. (706) 860-0986.

Gator Gang is an educational kids’ club open to children in 3rd-5th grade. Meetings are fun-filled and include ecological topics, games, crafts and snacks. For a $25 annual membership fee, Gators attend bi-monthly meetings and receive a subscription to a quarterly newsletter, club T-shirt and membership certificate. The Phinizy Swamp Nature Park sponsors the club. (706) 828-2109 or naturalsciencesacademy.org.

Gertrude Herbert Institute of Art offers art classes and workshops for adults, youth and children in a wide variety of media, including drawing, printmaking, painting, ceramics, photography and sculpture. Tuition assistance is available. (706) 722-5495 or ghia.org.

Gymnastics lessons are held monthly at the H.O. Weeks Center in Aiken for boys and girls ages 4-12. Beginner and intermediate classes are available. Cost is $30 a month. (803) 642-7631.

Irish Dancers of Augusta are now accepting toddlers and beginners for their spring special. Register now for classes that include children ages 6 and up on Mondays from 4-5 p.m. and toddlers ages 5 and under on Wednesdays from 4-5 p.m. For more information, call (706) 833-4193, e-mail Amy at amy@augustairishdancers.com or visit augustairishdancers.com.

Japanese Karate Classes (Shotokan Style) are held at 6:30 p.m. every Monday and Friday in St. Mary’s Life Center (next to St. Mary’s School on York Street in Aiken, S.C.). Participants learn self-defense techniques using their entire bodies as weapons. $45 per month per child and $50 per month per teen. Parents are welcomed to train with their children. Family rate: $75 for two and $100 for three. (803) 649-0094.

Javacya Arts Conservatory School of South Carolina offers instruction in violin, viola, cello, bass, percussion and piano. (706) 722-5375.

Karate and martial-arts classes are offered on Mondays and Thursdays at the Aiken County Recreation Center. Classes are taught by a certified Karate for Christ International instructor. $25 per month with no contracts. Call (803) 292-8413 or visit csradefensivearts.com for times and details.

Karate and self-defense classes for children ages 3 and up, along with adults, are held Monday-Thursday at All-American Martial Arts Academy, 4495 Columbia Road, Ste. 2, Martinez. (706) 210-0944.

Karate classes are held on Mondays at 7:15 p.m. at H.O. Weeks Center in Aiken for boys and girls ages 5 and up. This low-pressure class allows students to progress at their own pace. Cost is $50 a month. (803) 642-7631.

Kidnetic Energy is dedicated to the young and young at heart. Classes are offered weekly and include the following: Yoga, 9:30 a.m. Mondays and 10 a.m. Tuesdays; Kids in Motion, Fridays at 10 a.m.; Yoga for Kids, Mondays at 4 p.m.; Tween/Teen Yoga, Wednesdays at 6 p.m.; Dance Revolution, Tuesdays at 4 p.m.; Junior Jazzercise, Thursdays at 4 p.m. Other classes forming include pilates, family boot camp and martial arts. Classes are held at the Kidnetic Energy office, just off Evans to Locks Rd. $8 per class. (706) 854-8434.

Kindergym, a non-structured, parent-supervised activity time using balls, mats and other play equipment, is offered by the Richmond County Parks and Recreation Department at Warren Road Community Center. The program is for ages 6 months to 4 years and costs $2 a visit or $15 for a 10-visit pass. The classes are held Mondays-Wednesdays from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. (706) 860-0986.

Kung Fu and Tai Chi classes for children and adults are held Monday-Saturday at Tiger & Dragon Kung Fu School, 9120 Evans to Lock Road. (706) 869-8933.

Marching units for children ages 5-15 who want to be members of a non-competitive marching unit, meet at the following Augusta Recreation and Parks Centers: H.H. Brigham, Bernie Ward, Jamestown, McBean Recreation, May Park, McDuffie Woods and Savannah Place. (706) 796-5025.

Martial arts classes are held at the Aiken County Recreational Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7 p.m. Classes are $25 per month with family rates available. (803) 349-4320 or csrakarate.com.

Martial arts classes are held at the following Richmond County Recreational Departments: Henry H. Brigham (Tae Kwon Do for ages 5 and up), Bernie Ward (Tae Kwon Do for ages 5 and up), Blythe (Tae Kwon Do for ages 6 and up), Dyess (Karate for ages 6 and up), McBean (Karate for ages 5 and up), Warren Road (Karate for ages 5-12 and 13 and up) and McDuffie (traditional Kung Fu). (706) 796-5025.

Middle School Ecology Club is an educational club for 6th-8th graders with topics including water-quality monitoring and biological sampling. For a $40 annual fee, members attend monthly meetings (the first Tuesday of each month except for December and July, from 4:30-6 p.m.), and receive a subscription to a quarterly newsletter, club T-shirt and membership certificate. The Phinizy Swamp Nature Park sponsors the club. (706) 796-7707 or naturalsciencesacademy.org.

Mudpuppies is an arts program for ages 2-5 that gives kids an opportunity to enjoy using paints, Play-Doh, glue and more. Participants should wear old clothes. At the Warren Road Community Center Mondays, Tuesdays or Thursdays beginning at 10:45 a.m. $2 per class, and there will be no class when Richmond County schools are not in session. (706) 860-0986.

Muskrateers is an educational kids club open to students in 6th-8th grades. Members will take on ecological restoration projects and participate in other ecology-based activities. The club, sponsored by Phinizy Swamp Nature Park, meets monthly except for December and July. (706) 828-2109 or naturalsciencesacademy.org.

Pee Wee lessons offered at the Newman Tennis Center for ages 4-7 on Tuesdays from 5-6 p.m. Cost is $32 a month. Private lessons and lessons for all ages are also available. (706) 821-1600.

Private music instruction for children and adults is available through the Augusta State University Conservatory Program. Professional, experienced instructors offer lessons in voice, piano, organ, guitar, woodwinds, brass and strings. (706) 731-7971 or consprog@aug.edu.

Reed Creek Park Young Naturalist After-School Club meets twice monthly throughout the school year at the park in Martinez. Call (706) 210-9025 for registration and fees.

Sellynn Yarn in Fury’s Ferry Station, upper level, has regularly scheduled knitting and crochet classes for all ages. (706) 447-5002.

Silly Monkey Music (aka Music For Little Mozarts), taught by Tara Scheyer, are on Saturdays at 10 a.m. at Augusta State University. Singing, listening, movement and rhythm activities to bring out the music in every young child. Contact Dr. Quentin Kuyper at (706) 731-7971.

Swimming lessons for ages 6 months and up at the indoor pool at The Family Y’s Wilson Branch, 3570 Wheeler Road. Six-week sessions (10 classes) are available for all levels and fees vary depending on membership to The Family Y. (706) 922-9622 or thefamily.org.

Tae Kwon Do classes for ages 4 and up at the Family Y’s Wilson Branch, 3570 Wheeler Road. Classes are available for all levels and fees vary depending on membership to The Family Y. (706) 922-9622 or thefamily.org.

Teeny Weenie Athletes is a parent/child class for ages 3-5 that helps little ones learn sports skills including kicking, throwing and swinging a bat in a fun atmosphere. Parent participation is expected. Classes are available Tuesdays from 5:30-6:15 p.m. and 6:30-7:15 p.m. at the H.O. Weeks Center in Aiken. (803) 642-7631.

Tennis lessons (both private and group) for all ages are available at the H.O. Weeks Center in Aiken for all skill levels. Call (803) 642-7739 for more information. Also, tennis lessons for children are offered at the Smith-Hazel Recreation Center in Aiken on Saturdays at 9 a.m. for $5/class. (803) 642-7635.

Thomson-McDuffie Recreation and Leisure Services offers Kenpo Karate classes at the Sweetwater Gymnasium. Classes for youth through adults, ages 7 and up, are $30 per month, $15 for additional family members. Special classes for ages 4-7 are $20 per month. For more information, call John Pereda at (706) 556-3821.

Youth Aikido for ages 6 and up is held at the Wheeler Center Family Y on Sundays at 2 p.m. (706) 738-6678.

Youth Birding is a club at the Southeastern Natural Sciences Academy open to students ages 7-16 that meets monthly and holds birding field trips. Members will receive a T-shirt, newsletter and membership certificate. Membership is $40 for students already participating in an academy Kids Club program or $50 for new students. (706) 828-2109.

Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association Children from China brings together families in the CSRA who have adopted children from China. The group’s goal is to create a friendly, open atmosphere for developing lasting relationships among the families with adopted children and the local Chinese community. Along with camaraderie, the children will benefit from an exposure to Chinese culture and heritage, ethnic foods, traditions and festivals. If you are interested in joining us, contact L.D. at lnewman16@comcast.net.

CSRA Teen Line is a free and confidential hotline for youth. The program is part of the Aiken County Help Line and provides 24-hour crisis intervention, information and referrals. Trained teen volunteers are available from 4-9 p.m. Monday through Friday, and the line rolls to the Aiken Help Line during other times. The number to call is (877) TEEN-211 or (877) 833-6211. Youthcentralaiken.org.

Falsely accused of child abuse or neglect? We offer free support and advocacy for families. (706) 533-6522 or cpsabuse.org.

Family and Marriage Coalition of Aiken provides resources for individuals, churches and other organizations on marriage preparation, enhancement and restoration. Call (803) 640-4689 or visit aikenfamco.com.

Foreign Links Around the Globe (FLAG), a non-profit organization, is looking for volunteers willing to host English-speaking foreign exchange students from Brazil, Bolivia, Columbia, Ghana, Scotland, Thailand, Spain, Turkey, France, Germany, Japan, South Korea and Mexico. Students are between 15 and 18 years old and will stay for either a 5-month semester or the 10-month school year. Students have their own spending money and health insurance. Most families, no matter what the type, are eligible as long as they can provide these students a bed and a loving environment. (866) 540-4029 or visit flagintl.org.

Foster parents needed. The Richmond County Department of Family and Children Services is seeking foster parents to provide emergency placement for children. Placement is temporary, but foster parents must be accountable for all children. (706) 721-3718.

Free tutoring offered at Augusta State University’s Born to Read Literacy Center Monday-Friday (closed on Wednesdays) from 4-8 p.m. One-on-one tutoring offered for all ages under the supervision of a certified teacher. (706) 733-7043.

Georgia Safe, a nonprofit, therapeutic, foster-care agency, is currently recruiting people interested in becoming foster parents. Reimbursement rates range from $17-$50 per day per child, and all foster children are on Medicaid. Call Trina Hawes at (706) 210-3435.

MACH Academy is an after-school program that offers tutoring, mentoring, computer literacy program and homework help to children ages 3-18 on Monday-Friday from 4-6 p.m. at Fleming Tennis Center. MACH (Mentoring Academics Computers Healthy Recreation) is also looking for mentoring and tutoring volunteers in math, reading, science, writing and other subjects. For more information, call Executive Director Betty Jones at (706) 796-5046 or email mparks37@comcast.net.

Pacific Intercultural Exchange (PIE) is looking for families to host high school students from other countries for the 2007-08 school year. PIE accepts applications all types of families, the students participating in the program are prescreened and provide their own spending money and PIE provides orientation and support. (877) 534-3144.

Prevent Child Abuse Georgia Helpline provides confidential referrals, parenting information and support. (800) CHILDREN.

Rape Crisis and Sexual Assault Services at University Hospital offers individual and group counseling for victims of sexual assault including rape, date rape and childhood sexual abuse regardless of when the assault occurred and whether or not it was reported. All services are free. (706) 774-5200.

Volunteer training session for Rape Crisis and Sexual Assault Services is March 28-March 31. Those interested in volunteering should call Laura Larabee at (706) 774-2769 or email volunteerrcsas@uh.org.

Adapted Kardio Kidz. Fun fitness class especially for children ages 9-16 with physical and developmental disabilities. Taught by specially trained personal trainers. Ongoing classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Wilson Family Y, 3570 Wheeler Road. Cost is $25 per month for non-members; free to Family Y members. Financial assistance is available. Class size is limited. Visit the Wilson Branch or thefamilyy.org.

Car Seat classes teach seat safety, education and training. Classes are taught by child passenger safety technicians from Safe Kids East Central. Meets the third Monday of every month at MCG Children’s Medical Center. $10. (706) 721-7606.

Child Safety Seat inspection is Friday, March 7, at the MCG Annex II. Technicians from Safe Kids East Central, led by the MCG Children’s Medical Center, teach new parents how to use car seats properly. To make an appointment, call (706) 721-7606.

Child Safety Seat inspection is Wednesday, March 12, at the Columbia County Sheriff’s Substation, 650 Ronald Reagan Drive, Evans. Technicians from Safe Kids East Central, led by the MCG Children’s Medical Center, teach new parents how to use car seats properly. To make an appointment, call (706) 541-3970.

Crash Course for Safety is a one-week course for children ages 3-12 who are already comfortable in the water and is designed to teach basic water safety. Participants will learn basic treading, floating on back, roll and recovery, and other life-saving skills. Cost is $25 for members; $35 for non-members for the five-class, one-week session. Financial assistance is available. (706) 922-9622 or thefamilyy.org.

Growing Up for Girls is Thursday, March 20, at 7 p.m. at the MCG Children’s Medical Center. This is a fee program for pre-teens and their female role models that focuses on the changes that a young girl experiences as she goes through puberty. Registration required. (706) 721-7606 or MCGHealth.org/kids.

Multiple Sclerosis Aquatics Class, sponsored by MCG, is an ongoing class on Mondays and Fridays at noon at the Wilson Family Y, 3570 Wheeler Rd. Open to all ambulatory MS participants. Call Claudia Collins for fee and registration information at (706) 231-8213. Financial assistance is available.

On Being a Girl is Tuesday, March 25, from 6-9 p.m. This class is designed for girls ages 9-12 accompanied by their mother, female friend or relative. Discussion is focused on physical and emotional changes of puberty. (706) 481-7604 or trinityofaugusta.com.

Parents Reducing Incidents of Driver Error (P.R.I.D.E) is Tuesday, March 18, at 6 p.m. at Wesley United Methodist Church. Georgia Teens Ride with P.R.I.D.E is a statewide, award-winning, two-hour program that helps establish a dialogue between parents and their new teen driver prior to the 40 hours of supervised practice driving time required by law. Volunteers from Safe Kids East Central, led by the MCG Children’s Medical Center, will teach the program. To register, or for more information, call (706) 721-7606.

Parkinsons Aquatics Class, open to all ambulatory Parkinsons participants, is an ongoing class on Mondays and Fridays at 1:30 p.m. at the Wilson Family Y indoor pool. Financial assistance is available. Physician’s permission required. (706) 922-9622.

Pure Hearts Club, started by Aiken Pregnancy Care Center, is a program for girls in 5th-8th grades which focuses on purity in dress and makeup, actions, respect for self and others, thought, personal presentation and relating to the opposite sex. Club meetings include Bible study, games, crafts and food. (803) 649-9890 or (803) 663-7923.

Shape n’ Teens, at the Wilson Branch of the Family Y, is a program offered Tuesday and Thursday nights at 7 p.m. and includes weightlifting, Spinning and aerobics activities designed for teens. Program is open to Family Y members ages 13-18. (706) 922-9622.

Speech and hearing screenings for children and adults are offered at University Hospital’s Speech and Hearing Center, St. Sebastian Way at 13th Street. $10. (706) 774-5777.

Super Sitters is Saturday, March 15, at 9 a.m. at Trinity Hospital. This one-day clinic helps children ages 11-14 years old become effective babysitters. Topics include first aid, CPR, child development and parent/babysitter responsibilities. (706) 481-7604 or trinityofaugusta.org.

Youth Fire Setters Prevention Program runs during odd months. Parents who are concerned with a child’s interest or involvement with fire can call (706) 821-2932. Classes vary depending on age.

AAA Home School Band is open to all home-schooled students in the CSRA who are in grades 5-12. Classes are held in Aiken, S.C., and are $10 for each one-hour group lesson. Contact Barb Rollins at (803) 640-4689 or barbrollins@aikenelectric.net.

Certified tennis pro to teach clinics to homeschool students at Newman Tennis Center on Wrightsboro Road in Augusta. Call Jim Irish at (706) 821-1600.

Homeschool Ice Skating Day held the third Friday of each month at the Augusta Ice Sports Center, 1249 Augusta West Pkwy., from 12:15-2:15 p.m. Cost is $6.25 per skater, and includes skate rental. Gloves and a light sweater or jacket recommended. (706) 863-0061.

Homeschool PE classes at the Family Y’s Wilson Branch are twice-weekly, hour-long classes that offer a variety of fitness activities to students ages 5-18. Offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the classes are from 12:50-2 p.m. For more information, call (706) 922-9622.

Homeschool piano classes. All ages and levels. Early afternoon times available. Call Donna Foerster at (706) 651-9889.

Homeschool Play Day Group for moms and kids meets for brown-bag lunch and recess twice a month at 11 a.m. Contact Sheila Zimmerman at (706) 869-9303 or sheilaz@comcast.net.

Homeschool play group to meet once or twice a month for those in the Grovetown area. Qcks4@yahoo.com.

Homeschool tennis classes for all levels. For more information, contact Houndslake Country Club of Aiken at (803) 648-1690, houndslaketennis@aol.com or (803) 642-6381.

In-home tutoring for homeschool students is available from a certified teacher. All levels of math and science tutored mornings and afternoons. For more information, call Jane Harrison at (706) 210-7032.

The Piano Academy offers private piano lessons for ages 3 and up. All levels are welcome. Professional, experienced, degreed teacher. Morning, afternoon and evening times available. (706) 814-9504.

The Wonders of Water is a nature club for homeschoolers which meets at Reed Creek Park in Martinez every other week at 1 p.m. Call (706) 210-9025 for registration and fees.

The Wonders of Wildlife is a nature club for homeschoolers which meets at Reed Creek Park in Martinez every other week. Call (706) 210-9025 for registration and fees.

Homeschool Associations

Aiken Area Home Educators (AAHE) is an organization of Christian families who share a commitment to the Biblically based home education of their children. Contact Debbie Sides at (803) 642-6362 or sidesd2@bww.com.

CSRA Home Education Association is a Christian support group of approximately 400 families. Support is available from experienced homeschoolers. (706) 737-9656 or csrahea.org.

F.E.R.N. is a free online Christian-based Family Education Resource Network with a goal of bringing unity to the CSRA homeschool community. FERN@marcoz.net.

Homeschool for YOU Association, Inc. is a Christian support group for CSRA homeschool families. (706) 650-1489 or homeschoolforyou.org.

Legacy of Love is a Christian-based homeschool group composed of African-American families in the CSRA. (706) 792-1716 or (706) 796-7029.

Secular Home Education Group in Augusta (SecHomeEdofAugusta) is an all-inclusive group for people in the CSRA who are homeschooling for reasons other than religious and want support. We get together regularly for park days, informal field trips and Mothers Night Out. To join, call Michelle Shuler at (706) 771-9968 or go to groups.yahoo.com/group/SecHomeEdofAugusta.

Aiken Multiple Blessing Support Group for parents of multiples meets the first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Aiken Regional Medical Center. (803) 643-9516.

CSRA Mothers of Multiples Support Group is a non-profit support group for moms of twins, triplets or more. The club offers daytime and evening meetings, playgroups, a babysitting co-op, family fun days, private message boards and much more. CSRA MOMs is also a member of the Georgia Mothers of Multiples club and the National Organization for Mothers of Twins, Inc. Contact Kim Gonzales at (706) 447-2564, csramoms@hotmail.com or orgsites.com/ga/csramoms.

International Cesarean Awareness Network (ICAN) of Augusta, a cesarean support group, meets the first Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at Earth Fare on Furys Ferry Road. Mothers recovering from cesareans, planning VBACs, or those wanting more information are welcome to attend. Babies are welcome at the meetings. Contact Heather at ICANofAugusta@ aol.com or (706) 533-9723 or visit augusta.ican-online.org.

Kids at Play, a playgroup designed for children in the Grovetown and surrounding Columbia County area. Preschool children and their caregivers meet each Monday at Goodale Park or Patriots Park at 10:30 a.m. Call Jeanne Miller at (706) 541-9098.

La Leche League of Aiken provides support and information to breastfeeding mothers. Meetings and telephone help are available. (803) 642-9324.

La Leche League, a breastfeeding support group, meets the second Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m. at the Vineyard Community Church, 4274 Belair Frontage Rd. (in the Belair Business Park near the Harley Davidson dealer on I-20, exit 194). Evening meetings are held on the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at Wesley UMC, 825 N. Belair Rd. in Evans (near the Columbia County Library). Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers and their children are welcome. Contact Julie, (706) 737-2405; Stephanie, (706) 855-1630; or Heather, (706) 447-2828 or purpleheather79@aol.com.

Mommy and Me Support Group meets Tuesday, March 11, at Babies R Us at 10 a.m. For parents and newborns to 12 months. An interactive, sharing time for new moms and infants. Guest speakers, new products and discussions will be included. (706) 774-2825.

MOMS Club of Aiken holds its monthly meeting Monday, March 3, and all stay-at-home moms and their children are invited. The club offers stay-at-home moms the opportunity for support and to get together for play dates, park days, craft days, local field trips and a monthly mom’s night out. For more information, call Stacy Groves at (803) 649-7741 or email mcofaiken@peoplepc.com.

MOMS Club of Augusta offers stay-at-home moms and part-time working moms weekly activities to participate in with their children, as well as an opportunity to make lasting friendships with other moms. Activities offered include playgroups, park days, local field trips, arts and crafts, family holiday parties, MOMS night out, a babysitting co-op, community service projects and many other fun activities. If you live in Augusta, North Augusta or Martinez and would like more information about the MOMS Club, contact Amy Bruce at (706) 294-7779 or email her at augustamomsinfo@yahoo.com.

MOMS Club of Evans offers stay-at-home moms and part-time-working moms weekly activities for their children, as well as an opportunity to make lasting friendships with other moms who live in Evans or Grovetown. Activities include playgroups, park days, local field trips, arts and crafts, family holiday parties, MOMS night out, a babysitting co-op and many other fun activities. Moms and children are welcome to join us for our monthly meeting at Christ Sanctified Holy Church on Belair Road at 9:45 a.m. the first Thursday of each month. Contact membership vice president at evans_moms@yahoo.com.

Moms In Touch groups pray for their children, schools and teachers. This interdenominational ministry is for any mom, grandmother or concerned woman who believes prayer makes a difference. To find a group for your school in Richmond County, call Alethia Hudson at (706) 868-9191; in Columbia County, call Mimi Frazier at (706) 650-8316 or visit MomsInTouch.org.

MomsOfGa.com, an online community devoted to Georgia mothers, wants to start a playgroup in the Augusta area for area moms who want to enjoy playdates, family outings and mother’s nights out. Edetore@hotmail.com.

Mothers of Advanced Maternal Age (MAMA) is a new group in the Augusta area. Did you have a child at age 35 or up? Are you an expectant “older” mom? We’re here for playdates, friendship and support. Disabled children welcome. For more information, contact Ami McKenzie at (706) 364-5245, (706) 231-3906 or hoopnhollar2@comcast.net.

Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) is an international Christian organization that supports moms with young children. MOPS meets every first and third Tuesday of the month at Trinity on the Hill United Methodist Church. The MOPS year runs from September through May. Register soon to receive your childcare reservation. (706) 738-8822 or orgsites.com/ga/trinityumcmops.

Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) is a new group in the Columbia County area that meets from 10 a.m.-noon at West Acres Baptist Church in Evans the second and fourth Monday of every month. (706) 860-6573 or wabcmops@gmail.com.

Play group for children through age 12 meets every Monday at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in North Augusta from 10:30-11:30 a.m. and includes games, activities and crafts. Free, but a parent must attend. (803) 279-0765.

Tot Time is a playgroup designed for toddlers and stay-at-home moms in the North Augusta/Aiken County area. Group activities include playtime, lunch with friends, holiday parties and planned activities. (706) 202-3292.

Trust Birth is a group for mothers-to-be that supports a woman’s right to have exactly the type of birth experience she wants. Meetings are held the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at Wesley United Methodist Church. For more information, call 706-833-5101 or email trustbirthaugusta@comcast.net.

WINGS (Women in Need of Guidance and Support) meets Wednesdays from 2-3:30 p.m. at The Family Y. Welcoming atmosphere incorporating Christian values for mother and child. Christian-based monthly activities, with a variety of programs. Free to members; $25 per month for non-members. Financial assistance is available. For more information visit the Wilson Branch or thefamilyy.org.