chapin, sc 2010 community profile
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Chapin, SC 2010 Community ProfileTRANSCRIPT
www.chapinchamber.com 1
Greater Chapin Chamber of Commerce2
Greater Chapin Chamber of Commerce2
Welcome to ChapinExperience It All .......................................................................... 5
History & CultureChapin — A Unique Community ................................................. 6
Getting in TouchImportant Phone Numbers ......................................................... 8
Community InformationA Convenient Location ...............................................................10
Local BusinessLocal Businesses on the Grow ..................................................12
EducationAcademic Excellence .................................................................14
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ContentsCommunityLink.com 1 800-455-5600
productionvp of production operations Amanda White
managing editorLaura Wilcoxen
copywritingG reater Chapin
Chamber of Commerce
proofreaderChristina Reese
content consultantJay Nehrkorn
director of photographyKacey Wolters
photographyWilliam Chick
senior designer/design team leaderKelly Friederich
director of GISAimee Garcia Wheatley
web site creation & support Josh Chandler
director of media purchasing Diana Vaughn
business developmentdirector of business development George Prudhomme
director of outside salesDebbie Moss
vp chief marketing officerJoe Jaggie
vp chief sales officerTom Hoyt
regional director of publicationsHeidi Robson
business development managerBonnie Ebers
marketing specialistShawna Williams
marketing consultantCharlie Rogers
customer service directorKathy Risley
advertisingad researchMary KopsheverAmy Schwartzkopf
ad trafficCarol Smith
ad designJosh Mueller
administrative supportadministrative supportKathy HageneCarol Smith
account supportTerri AhnerTricia Cannedy
human resources assistantTeresa Craig
mailroom technicianMelinda Bowlin
information technologypublishing systems specialistChristopher Miller
executive leadershipchairman and founder
Craig Williams
chief financial officer
Rhonda Harsy
ABOUT This book is published by CommunityLink
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Commerce. For advertising information or
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CommunityLink at 800-455-5600 or by e-mail at
FOR INFORMATION Greater Chapin Chamber of
Commerce, 302 Columbia Ave., Chapin, SC 29036,
Telephone 803-345-1100, Fax 803-345-0266,
www.chapinchamber.com
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Health CareFor Your Good Health ................................................................16
Government & ServicesThe Town of Chapin at Your Service .......................................... 17
Local Neighborhoods & Real EstateRight Here in Chapin ..................................................................18
Recreation, Entertainment, & TourismAlways Something to Do ............................................................19
WorshipDiverse Religious Organizations ............................................... 24
Organizations & ClubsJoin the Club ............................................................................. 26
Calendar of EventsWhat’s Happening in Chapin ..................................................... 28
Index of Advertisers ............................................... 30
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The Town of Chapin and the Greater Chapin Chamber of Commerce
are delighted to welcome you to our community. Whether you are
planning a brief visit, looking for a new home, or considering the
establishment of a new business, we’re glad you decided to take a look at us.
Chapin, “The Capital of Lake Murray,” is a great place to live and raise a
family, a great place to do business, and a place that offers an unequaled
quality of life. We hope this publication will provide helpful information and
that you will want to keep it handy as you travel around Chapin and our
beautiful surroundings. There is so much more to Chapin than we can put
down in a few words. You must experience it to appreciate all that “The
Capital of Lake Murray” has to offer.
We also invite you to visit our Web pages, www.chapinsc.com and
www.chapinchamber.com, for additional information. Then, if we can
answer any other questions or assist you in any way, please contact us at
the Chamber (803-345-1100) or at Town Hall (803-345-2444).
Once you have seen Chapin and all it has to offer, don’t keep it a secret!
We’ve got a good thing going. We’re pleased to show it off and know you
will feel the same way.
Stanley E. Shealy, Mayor B
Roger Riemann, Chairman of the Greater Chapin B Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors
Laura Howell, President & CEO of the Greater Chapin B Chamber of Commerce
Welcome
ExperienceIt All
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In the mid-1700s, when everything west of Columbia was part of the frontier, a group
of German settlers, many of them armed with land grants from England, laid claim to the land between the forks of the Saluda and Broad rivers. This area came to be known as the Dutch Fork, “Dutch” being an anglicized form of Deutsch (refer-ring to the German language and people).
Few of the Fork’s German settlers ever left its boundaries, and even fewer outsiders ever came to stay. By the 1800s, Dutch Fork residents had developed their own subculture and their own particular — some would say peculiar — ways. Some still spoke German well into the 19th cen-tury, while those who didn’t created a dialect all their own. They measured success not in money or fame but in family and community ties. They were poor, but proud, making the most of the little they had. They believed in hard work, in preparing for even harder times, and in a benevo-lent God.
Martin Chapin came to the Dutch Fork from Cortland, New York. He suffered a lung ailment, and his doctors had advised that if he expected to live, he should head south to the Piney Woods and inhale the fragrance of the pine — and that’s exactly what he did. The pines were good to Martin Chapin, in more ways than one.
Martin Chapin was a different sort than his neighbors, yet he shared many of their attributes. He started a successful lumber mill business and invested in the land. Over the years, his holdings increased to the point that, when surveys were made and land was purchased for the basin of the future Lake Murray, more than half of the prop-erty could be traced directly or indirectly back to Martin Chapin. County records show that he purchased 4,218 acres in the Chapin area.
In order to help him get his lumber to market, Chapin granted a right-of-way to the Columbia, Newberry and Laurens (CN&L) Railway. Over the years, this would have a tremendous impact on
villages and communities throughout the Dutch Fork Area. The Chapin railroad station was built near the Chapin Lumber Mill on Beaufort Street. With the railroad, businesses sprang up and pros-pered, and a town was established. Martin Chapin allotted the land for the town on Christmas Eve, 1889, with its limits to extend three-quarters of a mile north, east, and west from Martin Chapin’s house, forming a square. Thus the Town of Chapin was incorporated.
In the years when cotton was king, Chapin enjoyed relative prosperity but still did not look very far beyond the Dutch Fork. With the onset of the Great Depression of 1929 and the subsequent failing of the Bank of Chapin, many of Chapin’s farmers lost everything.
Times were hard, but the greater impact on life in Chapin was not the Depression but the coming of new technology — which expanded the bound-aries and opened up the Dutch Fork to the outside world. In the early years of the 20th century, the
History & Culture
A Unique CommunityChapin — From the beginning, there was
something unique about the Chapin community and the people who called it home.
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automobile, electricity, telephone, and radio all played a part in the evolution of this small part of an ever-expanding world.
Even so, nothing could have prepared these poor folks, who had lived and worked the land along the banks of the Saluda River for years, for the tremendous social upheaval that resulted from the damming of the Saluda River in 1927 to create Lake Murray, which was to be a source of hydro-electric power for South Carolina’s midlands.
As more land was acquired, the lives of some 5,000 people were directly affected. Three churches, six schools, and 193 graveyards were removed. For some, the building of the dam brought employment. New people moved in from other parts of the country, bringing their fami-lies, and new students were welcomed into the schools. For others, only memories remained of the lives they had known. A new age had begun.
But for all of the upheaval it caused them, few residents of the Dutch Fork in the 1920s could have imagined the tremendous impact Lake Murray would have in the future. Its presence has reached far beyond its original purpose as a source of hydroelectric power.
At the time of its construction, the dam creat-ing Lake Murray was the largest earthen dam for power purposes in the world in cubical content. The dam covers an area of approximately 99 acres and is 208 feet high and more than a mile long. Today, the lake that was formed by the construc-tion of this dam is a vast area of water covering 78 square miles and approximately 55,000 acres of land. At its widest point, it is 41 miles long and 14 miles wide. It provides storage for 763 billion gallons of water. It is the jewel of the Midlands, a water wonderland for fishing, sailing, swimming, water-skiing, or just sitting on your back porch, looking out over the water at a beautiful South Carolina sunset. It is one of Chapin’s grandest assets, one of the lures that attracts people from all parts of the country who are looking for a great place to live and raise a family. Chapin is truly “The Capital of Lake Murray.”
Unlike the isolation of its early years, today’s Chapin is wide open to an expanding and diverse population from across the nation and around the world. It is one of the more affluent communities in the Midlands of South Carolina. It is situated approximately halfway between the Appalachian Mountains and the beautiful beaches of the Atlantic Ocean; its residents enjoy the best of all possible worlds, with a relaxed lifestyle on the shores of Lake Murray, some of the state’s best schools, an outstanding recreation department, and close prox-imity to the state capital of Columbia.
Chapin celebrates its past, present, and future.
History & Culture
Area code is 803 unless otherwise noted.
Fire DepartmentEmergency ......................................................................................911Lexington County Dispatch Office ............................................. 359-2521Richland County Dispatch Office ............................................... 576-3405Chapin Station (non-emergency) ............................................... 345-5185
police DepartmentEmergency ......................................................................................911Lexington County Dispatch Office ............................................. 359-2521Lexington County Business Office ............................................. 359-8000
or ................................................................................800-333-8180Chapin Police Department (non-emergency) ............................. 345-6443Richland County Business Office .............................................. 576-3000
local & Business inFormationGreater Chapin Chamber of Commerce .................................... 345-1100
liBraryLexington County Public Library Chapin Branch ........................ 345-5479Richland County Public Library ................................................. 799-9084
Driver’s licenseSouth Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles
Lexington Branch ................................................................ 356-8537 Irmo Branch ........................................................................ 749-9041 General Information ......................................................800-442-1368
auto tag, marriage license, Boat licenseLexington County
Administration Building ........................................................ 359-8000 or ................................................................................800-333-8187 If calling from Chapin .......................................................... 345-1630
Richland County Administration Building ................................... 576-2287
Fishing & hunting license SC Department of Natural Resources ........................................ 734-3833Walmart – Harbison ................................................................. 781-0762Dreher Island State Park .......................................................... 364-3530
Business licenseChapin Town Hall ..................................................................... 345-2444Lexington County
Administration Building ........................................................ 359-8000 or ................................................................................800-333-8187 If calling from Chapin .......................................................... 345-1630
Richland County Administration Building ................................... 576-2287
municipal oFFicesTown of Chapin Mayor’s and Clerk’s Office ............................... 345-2444Lexington County
Administration Building ........................................................ 359-8000 or ................................................................................800-333-8187 If calling from Chapin .......................................................... 345-1630
Richland County Administration Building ................................... 929-6000
taxesSC Department of Revenue ...................................................... 898-5300Lexington County
Administration Building ........................................................ 359-8000 or ................................................................................800-333-8187 If calling from Chapin .......................................................... 345-1630
telephoneAT&T - Residence .............................................................888-757-6500AT&T - Business ...............................................................866-620-6000Time Warner ............................................................................ 252-2253
electric & gasSouth Carolina Electric and Gas ........................................800-251-7234Emergency .......................................................................888-333-4465Mid Carolina Electric and Gas................................................... 749-6400
WaterContact Town of Chapin for information .................................... 345-2444City of Columbia ...................................................................... 733-8270
or ....................................................................................... 733-8285
seWerTown of Chapin ....................................................................... 345-2444
caBle serviceTime Warner Cable .................................................................. 252-2253
garBage serviceSouthland Sanitation ................................................................ 256-7276Lexington County Solid Waste Management .............................. 755-3325
Local Collection & Recycling Center is located at 103 Distant Lane, and is for residential use only. Open Sun. 3–7 p.m.; Mon., Weds., Fri., and Sat. 7 a.m.–7 p.m.; closed on Tues. and Thurs. For further information, visit www.lex-co.com/solidwaste.html.
post oFFiceChapin Post Office ................................................................... 345-5531
voter registrationLexington County
Administration Building ........................................................ 359-8000 or ................................................................................800-333-8180 If calling from Chapin .......................................................... 345-1630
For more inFormationThe Chamber has free membership directories available at its offices
at 302 Columbia Avenue. They feature local businesses by category and are a valuable resource. You may also contact the Chamber for information about Chapin’s representatives in Congress, the State Legislature, and in County Council.
Phone ..................................................................................... 345-1100E-mail ..................................................... [email protected]
Important Phone Numbers
Getting in Touch
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LocationChapin is conveniently located in the
Midlands of South Carolina, in the northern part of Lexington County, near the center of the state. We are close enough to South Carolina’s capital city of Columbia that many residents commute the 30 minutes to work in governmental, profes-sional, and other occupations in Columbia.
HighwaysThe town of Chapin sits just two miles from
Interstate 26. Road 48, Columbia Avenue (exit 91), connects the center of town to I-26. U.S. Highway 76, or Chapin Road, runs parallel to Columbia Avenue and also runs through the middle of town. Traffic counts conducted by the South Carolina Department of Transportation in 2001 indicate that approximately 22,700 vehicles per day travel both Columbia Avenue and Chapin Road.
TopographyWe are located in the lower Piedmont
Plateau, which is characterized by moderate to steep slopes with gentler, rolling slopes near Lake Murray.
ClimateA temperate climate is typical. Winters are
mild with average temperatures of 57 degrees with an occasional snowfall. Spring and fall temperatures average 75 degrees. The summers extend from May through September with aver-age temperatures of 90 degrees. The annual aver-age precipitation is 48.27.
AirportsThe Columbia Metropolitan Airport is just
22 miles east on I-26. Annually, the airport serves more than 1.2 million passengers and processes more than 168,000 tons of cargo.
Jim Hamilton Aircraft Inc., at 1400 Jim Hamilton Boulevard, is a general aviation facility with tie-down capabilities. Located in Columbia only 1.5 miles from Williams Brice Stadium, it is the oldest flight school in South Carolina and can
boast that the pilot of Air Force One obtained his private license there. Many privately owned fly-ers like this small, experienced facility.
Newberry County Airport, located just 24 miles west of Chapin at 1239 Airport Road, now has 100-octane fuel, a 3,500-foot runway being expanded to 4,400 feet, tie-down capabilities, hangar space, and rental car facilities.
TaxesThe South Carolina Department of Revenue
assesses property values for manufacturing, dis-tribution, and corporate headquarters classifica-tions. All other assessments are the responsibility of local authorities. Rates are expressed in mills, which are equivalent to dollars per $1,000 of assessed value. Assessment ratios are set by state law. Lexington County offers tax abatement of county taxes for qualified investments and new businesses.
Water & SewerThe Town of Chapin owns and operates a
regional sewer service and water systems in sev-eral developments on and near the lake. The City of Columbia provides water service to the town of Chapin and several areas near the town.
ZoningThe Town of Chapin enforces a zoning ordi-
nance that encompasses regulations regarding tree protection, preservation, and placement of signs. Outside the town limits, Lexington County zoning regulations apply.
IncomeThe Chapin community has one of South
Carolina’s lowest poverty rates and lowest unem-ployment rates. The average income per capita is the second highest in the state.
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BOLAND’S HARDWAREHelp Is Just Around the Corner
Phone: 803-345-1336
Phone: 803-945-9282
Fax: 803-345-0840
745 Chapin Road
Chapin, SC 29036
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As Columbia continues to grow, so do the surrounding suburbs and towns. Chapin is far enough from Columbia to be considered its own town and not a suburb of Columbia. This Southern small-town atmosphere is why many residents love Chapin; it’s also much of the rea-son behind the area’s unusual increase in growth over the past decade.
Chapin is a highly desirable location in which to live, with schools that are some of the best in the state and Lake Murray as the town’s southside border. Chapin is also equipped with a network of utilities that includes T1 and T3 data lines, fiber optics, cable TV, roadrunner cable, several cellular network towers, and city water and sewer. All of these factors have encouraged an
increase in residential and commercial develop-ment in Chapin in the past decade.
Over the next decade Chapin will continue to grow and be developed but only in a controlled form. The town has ordinances for signs, land-scaping, land use, zoning, and building design review. These will allow the town to grow in a manner that will provide an attractive place to live for its residents in the years to come.
The increase of residents in the Chapin area has brought an increase in commercial develop-ment. In the early 1990s there were only four res-taurants located in Chapin. In 2010 there were over 25 restaurants to choose from in the area. Hardware and construction supply stores exist, as well as several specialty shops. As a matter of
fact, you can now find almost anything you need right in Chapin — contact the Chapin Chamber at 803-345-1100 for a complete list of the busi-nesses in Chapin and their locations.
There are a few large companies located in Chapin that employ a large number of local residents. Chapin welcomes these businesses, which are so helpful in boosting the local economy, and residents are grateful that they are a part of the community.
Since its founding in the 1933 as a distribu-tor of fishing tackle, Ellett Brothers has become one of Chapin’s oldest and largest companies. In 1952, the company began distributing a small line of guns and hunting accessories in addi-tion to fishing tackle products; three years later,
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they added marine accessories. Ellett Brothers moved to its current building on Columbia Avenue in 1975.
FB Johnston Graphics (an I.T.W. Company) is a specialty graphics manufacturer provid-ing comprehensive graphics solutions, including design, print fulfillment, installation, inventory management services, and on-site management support to original equipment manufacturers and point-of-purchase retailers. It has made Chapin home since 1969.
PM Systems Corporation deals primarily with the technical needs of credit unions across the country by hosting websites, providing network security, and offering technical assis-tance. In 2000, PM Systems moved to their new building, located in the town center on Beaufort Street.
GIS, or General Information Services, is the fastest-growing company in the area. It provides background investigations and other services to employers worldwide. Clients have included Walmart, McDonald’s, and Aetna. GIS has been around since 1966 but moved to the Chapin area in 1996. A new headquarters was built in 2000 in downtown Chapin, with 500 current employees. GIS continues to expand their exist-ing facilities, increasing their employee base and becoming one of Chapin’s largest employers.
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Chapin Schools, part of School District Five of Lexington and Richland Counties, are steeped in tradition and high academic excellence. School District Five has earned a reputation as the top school district in South Carolina and one of the finest in the nation. The district serves more than 16,500 students who live within its boundaries.
With an enrollment of over 1,200 students, Chapin High is a 3A school and has outstanding offerings in academics, athletics, and co-curric-ular activities. The United States Department of Education recognized these outstanding qualities by naming the school as a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence. The South Carolina Department of Education awarded the school the prestigious Palmetto Gold Award for the past several years, as well as the Red Carpet School Award.
Academically, Chapin High School affords stu-dents a curriculum in which each can achieve his or her potential in an atmosphere that is posi-tive, caring, and conducive to learning. Advanced-placement courses provide students with the oppor-tunity to earn college credits. Chapin High School students consistently score above state and national averages on achievement tests. Chapin High School students are also the recipients of Palmetto Fellows Scholarships, Governor’s School for the Gifted and Talented, and millions of dollars in college scholar-ships each year.
Almost 650 students are involved in athletics at Chapin High, a program that has been ranked by The State newspaper as one of the best programs in the state. Athletic teams have a tradition of success,
and they continue to build on that tradition. In 2009–10, the cheerleading team won the 3A State Championship for the sixth time.The team broke the high school record for the most state titles in cheerleading. In addition, the boys’ tennis team won the state championship.
More than half of the students in Chapin High School’s class of 2010 were named Preliminary Life Scholars by guidelines established by the South Carolina Commission on Higher Education. These students also earned more than $14 million in scholarship offers.
Chapin Middle School, Chapin Elementary, and Lake Murray Elementary all work together to prepare students for success at Chapin High. Each school has been named a Palmetto Gold winner for outstanding student achievement. In the elemen-tary schools, students and teachers work hard to maintain quality performance on the Palmetto Assessment of State Standards (PASS) test. Students are provided additional small group instruction to reinforce classroom instruction, and they have fun while they are learning.
Chapin Elementary is the proud recipient of the Department of Education’s Red Carpet School Award. The school recently underwent major reno-vations and opened a new kindergarten wing in 2010.
Lake Murray Elementary students and staff par-ticipate in several community programs and have won numerous awards for excellence. The school sponsors service projects that benefit the commu-nity such as collection of winter coats and canned
goods and has used their 10th birthday year cel-ebration to raise money for GOoD Works for needs within the Chapin community. The school has been recognized as a Palmetto Gold Award Winner, Exemplary Writing Award winner, and by the South Carolina Department of Education with awards for Closing the Achievement Gap. The school has also received the Red Carpet Award for family-friendly schools from the State Department of Education.
At Chapin Middle students continue to soar like eagles with regards to student achievement. Chapin Middle School is among the best in the state and nation. As a school of character, students are acknowledged for their positive display of com-munity character concepts and spend time doing service for their community by participating in such programs as the Chapin Community of Character Day. The student-first philosophy is evident as you walk into the front lobby. Students excel both aca-demically and in their participation in the award-winning band, chorus, and orchestra programs. Athletic opportunities are provided in conjunction with Chapin High School.
School District Five’s Alternative Academy for Success is also located in Chapin. This program is for students who have difficulty being successful in a traditional school environment. It is a very suc-cessful program and is the only alternative school in South Carolina recognized as a Red Carpet School.
Chapin schools serve a diverse community, blending the heritage of the old Chapin farming community with the new metropolitan Chapin of Lake Murray. Students and parents are drawn
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to their smaller and more personal school atmo-spheres, which offer new families in the area an appealing option to the larger district middle schools.
More information about all of the schools in the Chapin area can be found on the school district’s website at www.lex5.k12.sc.us.
Higher Education Facilities Located Near Chapin
Approximately 20 miles from Chapin are the University of South Carolina, Columbia College, Allen University, Benedict College, Columbia International University, the Lutheran Seminary, and Newberry College. Less than 15 miles away is Midlands Technical College.
Education
The 2010 graduating class of Chapin High
earned more than $23 million in scholarship
offers — an increase of more than $14 mil-
lion over last year’s graduating class.
Chapin High was recognized as a National
Blue Ribbon School by the United States
Department of Education.
Chapin High was recognized as a recipient
of the Palmetto Gold Award by the South
Carolina Department of Education. This
award recognizes high levels of academic
performance and substantial progress in
closing the achievement gap.
The Chapin High Boys Tennis Team won the
3A State Championship in 2010.
The Cheer Team won the 3A State
Championship in 2009. This was the team’s
sixth overall state championship. The team
broke the high school record for the most
state titles in cheerleading. Coach Vicki
Williams also set a record for the most state
titles by a cheer coach.
The Chapin High Boys Soccer Team won
the Team Academic Award from the National
Soccer Coaches Association of America in
2009. To qualify for the award, the entire
team had to maintain a minimum grade point
average of 3.25.
The Chapin Middle Student Council was
awarded the Honor Council Gold Award
as well as the Outstanding Project Award
for both community service and video at
the South Carolina Association of Student
Councils Convention in 2010.
The Chapin Middle Wrestling Team placed
third in the state championship.
Chapin Schools’ Achievements
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Health care, fitness, and care for older residents are always a concern. In Chapin, residents have access to all the
necessities of health care and more.Lexington Medical Center Urgent Care, Lake
Ridge Family Medicine, and Chapin Women’s Care are located on Columbia Avenue. Chapin Urgent Care offers outpatient lab and x-ray services. Most recently Lexington Medical Center has expanded their services to include CT and mammography in the Chapin facility. Within the town proper there are three family medical offices, a women’s services ob-gyn practice, and a pediatrician’s office. Other medical facilities represented in the Chapin area include dental, orthodontic, chiropractic, counseling, massage therapy, and veterinary offices. Contact the Chapin Chamber at 803-345-1100 for a list of mem-ber medical facilities or check the Chamber website at www.chapinchamber.com for member listings.
There are numerous human resource counsel-ing, psychologist, and psychiatric practices avail-able in nearby Irmo, as well as in Columbia. The Lexington County Health Department also has services available to families and individuals who reside within the county.
Generations of Chapin is a retirement facility located on East Boundary Street that also houses an assisted-living community and pharmacy. Also located on East Boundary Street is Southwoode Independent Living Community. Another large retirement home, The Heritage at Lowman, is just seven miles from Chapin in White Rock.
Chapin has several pharmacies in town that can “fill” any need, from prescriptions to personal medi-cal supplies. There are two rehabilitation and physi-cal therapy services facilities in Chapin as well.
Crooked Creek Park offers many programs to help area residents stay healthy and fit, including a full-service facility for working out, classes in
aerobics, racquetball, tennis, basketball, indoor volleyball, weight training, and organized sport activities for the whole family, including soccer and baseball fields.
Just minutes away from Chapin are four hospi-tals that offer a full range of diagnostic, therapeu-tic, preventative, maternity, and surgical services. Lexington Medical Center is a Level III trauma center well known for its Women’s Care Center. Palmetto Health Hospital has two major facilities: Richland and Baptist hospitals. Palmetto Health Richland, well known for its Children’s Hospital, is also a Level IV trauma center and teaching hospital. Palmetto Health Baptist is one of the oldest and most respected hospitals in Columbia. Providence Hospital is known nationally for its medical and surgical cardiac services. Newberry County Hospital is just up the road from Chapin as well.
Lexington County Public Safety provides Chapin’s emergency medical services; there is a 24-hour, fully staffed ambulance maintained at each of Chapin’s three fire stations. Also available within the Lexington County Public Safety 911 system is the Care Force helicopter, operating through Palmetto Health Richland, and the Life Reach helicopter, stationed at Providence Hospital. Both are in Columbia and within four to eight minutes’ flight time of all areas of Lexington County, includ-ing Chapin.
Phone Numbers for Area HospitalsLexington Medical Center ........ 803-791-2000Palmetto Health - Richland ...... 803-434-7000Palmetto Health - Baptist ......... 803-296-5010S isters of Charity Providence Hospital ............... 803-865-4500
L exington Medical Center in Chapin ............................... 803-932-0655
Harry E. Cromer III Financial Advisor
130 C Amicks Ferry RdPO Box 968 • Chapin, SC 29036
Bus. 803-345-3272 Cell 803-924-1004 • Fax 866-855-9869
Health Care
For Your Good HealthSee how Chapin caters to your every health care need.
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Town GovernmentTown Offices, at 103 Columbia Avenue, are open Monday through Friday
(except holidays), 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For general town business, call 803-345-2444. The fax number for the town is 803-345-0427, the e-mail address is [email protected], and the website is www.chapinsc.com.
For police, during regular hours, call 803-345-6443. For emergencies, the Chapin Police Department operates within the Lexington County 911 system, and 911 should be dialed.
For information on utilities during business hours, call the Town Offices at 803-345-2444. For water and sewer emergencies, 24 hours a day, contact E.A. Services Inc. at 803-796-9231.
The Mayor of Chapin is Stanley E. Shealy, and the Mayor Pro Tem is Leland Teal. Our Town Council has three members: Vivian Atkins, Kay Hollis, and Robbie Frick.
Town of Chapin Administration consists of:Clerk/Treasurer/Zoning Administrator: Adrienne Thompson •Chief of Police: David Rodgers•Utilities Specialist: Marge Lowe •Clerk of Court: Mary Ann Davis •Municipal Judge: Gary Reinhart •Town Attorney: David W. Knigh• t
The Greater Chapin Chamber of CommerceThe Greater Chapin Chamber of Commerce, founded in 1991, is located
at 302 Columbia Avenue in the historic 106-year-old Chaffin-Eleazer House. The Chamber has over 340 members that include retail, commercial, and professional concerns; health care providers; educational institutions; organi-zations; and individuals. The Chamber’s mission is to promote the growth of commerce, community, and culture in and around the Chapin area through the leadership of its members. The Chamber is lead by 12 elected board members and a president/CEO. For information on joining the Greater Chapin Chamber of Commerce, contact us at 803-345-1100. Visit us at our website, www.chapinchamber.com, or e-mail us at [email protected].
Government & Services
The Town of Chapin at Your Service
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The most important concern for you and your family is where you live. If you wish to live in one of the best possible
places to raise a family, Chapin is just what you are looking for.
There is affordable housing available for every-one, from the first-time homebuyer to the estab-lished family looking to relocate. There are many neighborhoods with single-family residences and patio homes starting in the $100,000 range; there are also properties in the $1 million-plus range. Chapin also offers rural property for those who need space to roam or to care for animals, as well as for those who simply wish for a more private and quiet life. Acreage is also available to
accommodate those with green thumbs, whether for a small garden or larger agricultural endeav-ors. For water lovers, Lake Murray is perfect for relocation, with 520 miles of shoreline surround-ing this beautiful 55,000-acre lake. Imagine wak-ing up to a panoramic view of one of the most beautiful lakes in the country!
Is there a better way to enjoy life than to work and live in the same community? Many have found the perfect combination right here in Chapin, as ample commercial and professional properties are also available to buy. Whether you are looking to open or relocate a business in the Chapin area, we can accommodate your needs. In our business district, there are many retail and
professional locations available. There is acreage in Chapin’s surrounding areas that would be perfect to accommodate the needs of both small and large prospective businesses.
Nearly as important as the real estate itself are those who broker that real estate. Chapin has a large and experienced group of real estate professionals who can help you find just the right place for you, your family, and/or your business. Contact the Greater Chapin Chamber of Commerce (803-345-1100) for a listing of local real estate professionals.
Whatever your housing or professional needs, Chapin is ready and willing to accom-modate you.
Local Neighborhoods & Real Estate
Right Here in Chapin
Everything an individual or
family needs to grow and
to enjoy life at its best.
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No doubt the summers are the most fun in Chapin. During the summer week-ends, many Chapin residents are out
on the lake boating.Lake Murray is the right lake for leisure boating,
with over 500 miles of shoreline. There are many sites around the lake and a lot of water to cover. There are close to 20 marinas on the lake offering gas, bait, and snacks, as well as boat storage, launch-ing, and boat rentals. The lake also hosts a boating poker run that’s a full day of fun. A boat tour of some of the lake homes is conducted each year. For Lake Murray information, contact South Carolina Electric and Gas Company at 800-830-5253.
If you enjoy camping, the lake is the best place to do it. There are nine campgrounds located directly on the lake and four more in the local area. Those who like to camp can hike the Palmetto Trail, which is soon to pass near Chapin. Canoeing and camping along the Broad, Saluda, and Congaree rivers is another activity that will take you away from the crowds. There are several places to launch and pick up canoes along these rivers, including the canoe/kayak launch site for the Broad River, just above Chapin.
Several hotels are nearby for those who would rather enjoy the comforts of indoor plumbing. Ten miles east of Chapin, on Interstate 26 at the Lake
Murray and Harbison exits, there are nine major hotels from which to choose.
Sailing on Lake Murray is one of the best ways to shake the worries off after a long day. There are two sail clubs in the Chapin area that sponsor several regattas, sailing parties, and club activities throughout the year. There is also the Columbia Rowing Club on Broad River and white-water canoeing in Columbia.
The Chapin side of the lake has five restaurant/bars along the water; many boaters congregate there in the afternoons and evenings to socialize. These restaurants offer some of the best dining around. Summer nights on the lake are very
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Always Something to DoWith the lake in the backyard and the Capital City nearby, there is plenty to keep residents of all ages busy.
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relaxing, whether spent anchored in a private cove or visiting friends at their dock across the lake.
If you’re not out in a boat but want a pleasant evening out in Chapin, there are over 20 restau-rants and four taverns in town from which to choose. And just 10 miles up the road is Harbison Boulevard, which hosts over 50 major restaurant chains and nightspots.
Another 10 miles up the road is downtown Columbia, which has two business districts, noted for their restaurants and nightlife, along with the Columbia Rowing Club on Broad River and white-water canoeing.
Chapin’s sunsets are breathtaking and there is no better way to observe them than by cruise boat. Summer evening cruises to Bomb Island on the Southern Patriot or The Spirit of Lake Murray to see the purple martins congregate are extremely popular.
The Vista is the historic area between Assembly Street and the Congaree River. The 5 Points Area, across town from The Vista near the University of South Carolina, also hosts a vibrant nightlife.
When September comes, Chapin residents think about one thing: football. Chapin High School football games are held every Friday night and are always packed with enthusiastic Eagles fans.
On Saturday mornings during USC home games, many Chapin residents are preparing for the drive to Williams Brice Stadium, which hosts the University of South Carolina Gamecocks. Being in Gamecock Country, most Chapin resi-dents are either at the game tailgating, listening to the radio, or watching the game on television. For basketball fans, watching Gamecock college basketball is unbelievable in the new facility, which is equipped with corporate skyboxes.
Since Chapin was once a predominately agri-cultural town, there are still many residents with ties to Clemson University. Clemson is located only two hours up Interstate 26, making it very easy to catch games in a one-day trip to Death Valley, the Clemson Tigers’ stadium.
The local Labor Day Parade and Festival is one of the busiest and most enjoyable three-day events in the area, featuring fireworks, arts and crafts, a music concert, the library’s annual book sale, and — of course — the 100-plus unit parade. Chapin Labor Day Festivities would not be complete without a host of national, state, and local politicians.
Crooked Creek Park (803-345-6181) is the center for recreational activities in Chapin. The park hosts a variety of activities including weight
training, aerobic workouts, racquetball, tennis, disc golf, and several adult classes. Crooked Creek Art League meets at Crooked Creek Park and hosts several arts classes and contests annually. There are also several sports, both for youth and adults, hosted by the park each year; football, baseball, soccer, and basketball are the four biggest sports activities offered, with youth camps for each during the summer. Crooked Creek Park also has a nature trail that’s excellent for bike riding and hiking.
If you’re looking for a good baseball game in the spring or summer, there is always a local game on Sundays at the town field on Boundary Street or weeknights at Crooked Creek Park. For those who enjoy playing baseball, Crooked Creek Park hosts a spring and fall church softball league, both men’s and co-ed. In addition, Crooked Creek Park hosts a winter church basketball league.
If golf is your game, you’ve come to the right place. There are two fantastic golf courses situated near Chapin and over 20 public courses in the Columbia area. Timberlake Country Club (803-345-9909) is located in Chapin and wraps around the shoreline of Lake Murray. Mid Carolina Club is located in neighboring Prosperity, and is also very popular among Chapin residents and visitors.
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Riding motorcycles is another activity for Chapin residents. There are several bike clubs in the area that conduct charity poker runs around the lake on a regular basis. If you would rather ride the four-legged kind, there are local stables avail-able for horseback riding, lessons, and boarding.
Even with all this variety, hunting and fishing are probably two of the biggest sports around Chapin. There are ample undeveloped tracks of land in the Chapin area. North of Chapin many hunters belong to private hunt clubs. There is also an outdoor shooting range north of Chapin where hunters can adjust their scopes and prepare for the upcoming hunting season. The Broad River and Lake Murray are also excellent locations for duck hunting. The lake hosts a variety of fish species including striper, largemouth bass, bream, and crappie. There are many bass and crappie fishing tournaments hosted on Lake Murray each year by local and national fishing affiliates. For fishing information and a list of local guides, call 866-SCJEWEL (725-3935) or go to the recreation page at www.lakemurraycountry.com.
If you desire to be part of a social or service group, there are many in Chapin. They include the Chamber of Commerce, Garden Club, Rotary Club, Ruritan Club, Woman’s Club, Sertoma Club, Kiwanis Club, Lions Club, and Chapin American Legion Post 193. Another way to get involved with the community in Chapin is to help with the annual Labor Day Parade and Festival, the annual Chili Cook-Off, or the Chamber Awards Dinner.
Chapin Community Theatre is an excellent organization in which to explore your creative side or just to enjoy a night out at the the-ater. There are 14 other “off-Broadway” theaters
in Columbia, which host a multitude of plays throughout the year. For more information, visit www.chapintheatre.org.
The Dutch Fork Choral Society, a group of interested singers, meets once a week at the Heritage at Lowman to practice for two programs a year and an occasional presentation to other groups. Marjorie Turner is the artistic director.
If you like shopping, there are plenty of local shops and stores in and around Chapin. Neighboring Little Mountain, Prosperity, and Newberry offer antique shopping opportunities. There are more stores and malls 10 miles up the road on Harbison Boulevard. Downtown Columbia also has many shops to browse through in the Vista, 5 Points, and Devine Street areas. There are a total of five major malls in the Columbia area, with many of the local movie theaters located nearby.
Frankie’s Fun Park and Riverbanks Zoo are both excellent locations to experience fun for the whole family. Frankie’s is located next to Harbison Boulevard and has many activities for kids of all ages. Riverbanks Zoo is known as one of the top 10 zoos in the country and hosts such highlights as an Aquarium/Reptile Complex, a 5-acre replica of Africa, a gorilla exhibit, an Interactive Farm, and an award-winning Botanical Garden.
Touring Chapin and its neighbors, Columbia and Newberry, is a must. All three communities are saturated with museums, art galleries, opera halls, ballet theaters, town theaters, historic homes, and various historic attractions. You can learn about all these wonderful attractions and activities by visiting the Chapin Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center or the Columbia Visitors Center in downtown Columbia.
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14. Memorial Park15. McKissick Museum16. Modjeska-Simkins House17. Riverbanks Zoo18. Richland Co. Public Library19. Robert Mills House20. SC State Library21. SC State Museum/
Confederate Relic Room22. Township Auditorium 23. Trinity Episcopal Cathedral24. Tunnelvision25. Woodrow Wilson
Boyhood Home26. USC Visitor Center
1. Carolina Coliseum2. Columbia Fire Dept. Museum3. Columbia Museum of Art4. Columbia Riverfront Park
& Historic Canal5. Columbia Marionette Theatre6. Finlay Park7. First Baptist Church 8. Governor's Green/
SC Governor's Mansion9. Granby Park
10. Greater Columbia Chamberof Commerce
11. Hampton-Preston Mansion12. Koger Center for the Arts13. Mann-Simons Cottage
27. Cayce Historical Museum28. Congaree Swamp
National Monument29. Fort Jackson Museum30. Guignard Park31. Lake Murray Visitors Center32. Lexington County Museum33. SC Law Enforcement Officers
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Murray FacilitiesMarinasGas & Oil • Bait • Fish Pier • Food • Lodging • Swimming •
Boat Repair • Launch • Boat Rental • Fish & Tackle Storage
Black’s Bridge Marina .......................................................... 803-364-0054
Dreher Island State Park ...................................................... 803-364-4152
Epting’s Camp .......................................................................803-345-5245
Jake’s Landing .......................................................................803-359-9268
Lake Murray Marina................................................................803-781-1585
Lighthouse Marina ................................................................. 803-749-1554
Little River Marina ................................................................803-532-4770
Putnam’s Landing ................................................................. 803-345-3040
CampingDreher Island State Park ..................................................... 803-364-3530
Epting’s Camp .......................................................................803-345-5245
Putnam’s Landing & Campground ....................................... 803-345-3040
Wood Smoke Campground .....................................................803-781-3451
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14. Memorial Park15. McKissick Museum16. Modjeska-Simkins House17. Riverbanks Zoo18. Richland Co. Public Library19. Robert Mills House20. SC State Library21. SC State Museum/
Confederate Relic Room22. Township Auditorium 23. Trinity Episcopal Cathedral24. Tunnelvision25. Woodrow Wilson
Boyhood Home26. USC Visitor Center
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10. Greater Columbia Chamberof Commerce
11. Hampton-Preston Mansion12. Koger Center for the Arts13. Mann-Simons Cottage
27. Cayce Historical Museum28. Congaree Swamp
National Monument29. Fort Jackson Museum30. Guignard Park31. Lake Murray Visitors Center32. Lexington County Museum33. SC Law Enforcement Officers
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Recreation, Entertainment, & Tourism
Hilton Garden Inn 803-407-6640 www.columbiaharbison.stayhgi.com
Hilton Columbia Center 803-744-7800 www.hiltoncolumbia.com
Holiday Inn Express 803-732-2229 www.ichotelsgroup.com
Radisson Hotel Columbia 803-731-0300 www.radisson.com
Wingate Inn 803-407-6166 www.wingatehotels.com
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14. Memorial Park15. McKissick Museum16. Modjeska-Simkins House17. Riverbanks Zoo18. Richland Co. Public Library19. Robert Mills House20. SC State Library21. SC State Museum/
Confederate Relic Room22. Township Auditorium 23. Trinity Episcopal Cathedral24. Tunnelvision25. Woodrow Wilson
Boyhood Home26. USC Visitor Center
1. Carolina Coliseum2. Columbia Fire Dept. Museum3. Columbia Museum of Art4. Columbia Riverfront Park
& Historic Canal5. Columbia Marionette Theatre6. Finlay Park7. First Baptist Church 8. Governor's Green/
SC Governor's Mansion9. Granby Park
10. Greater Columbia Chamberof Commerce
11. Hampton-Preston Mansion12. Koger Center for the Arts13. Mann-Simons Cottage
27. Cayce Historical Museum28. Congaree Swamp
National Monument29. Fort Jackson Museum30. Guignard Park31. Lake Murray Visitors Center32. Lexington County Museum33. SC Law Enforcement Officers
Hall of Fame34. SC Dept. of Archives and History35. Sesquicentennial State Park36. US Army Finance Corps Museum37. US Army Adjutant General
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Greater Chapin Chamber of Commerce24
A quick drive around Chapin and the surrounding areas reveals numerous churches. The Lutheran church is well represented in the area due to the German settlers who brought their native
religion with them. These German settlers moved north from the port of Charles Town, now known as Charleston, to settle in the upper portion of what is now the state of South Carolina. Some of these Lutheran churches trace their formation to the mid-1700s.
As the Chapin area grew in population during the 1900s, so did the diversity of its religious organizations. One can now find numerous Baptist, Presbyterian, United Methodist, African Methodist Episcopal, Catholic, and Episcopal churches locally. There has also been a growth of nondenominational churches that serve the area, many of which offer both contemporary and/or traditional services.
Chapin benefits greatly from the combined work of its area churches. One nondenominational organization is We-Care (803-345-3244). This
program serves as a food bank and financial-assistance group for families experiencing economic hardship.
The Thrift Shop, run by St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church, pro-vides clothing, appliances, and furnishings to individuals in need, while proceeds from the sales of donated goods to the general public are used to support a summer camp for underprivileged children.
GOoD Works (803-345-2030) is a nonprofit Christian outreach. Their mission is to improve living conditions for needy neighbors. The founder and president is Brinkley Melvin. GOoD Works is located at 118 St. Peters Church Road.
Several of the local churches offer children’s day care facilities that are open to the public. The Mayor of Chapin also hosts an annual ecumenical Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast that brings together the area churches in united worship.
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Area Churches & Contact NumbersA.M.E.Hopewell ................... Chapin ................... 345-3706Mt. Zion .................... Chapin ................... 932-7603Providence ................ Chapin ................... 345-9108St. John .................... Chapin ................... 345-3737
BAPTISTBrown Chapel ....... Jenkinsville ............... 345-5454Chapin Baptist .......... Chapin ................... 345-3477Little River ................ Chapin ................... 345-2217Mt. Moriah ............ Jenkinsville ............... 345-0203Mt. Zion .................... Chapin ................... 345-3006
CATHoLICour Lady of The Lake ........Chapin ........... 345-3962
EPISCoPALSt. Francis of Assisi ..........Chapin ........... 345-1550
LuTHERANHoly Trinity ..........Little Mountain ............ 345-2841Macedonia ..............Prosperity ................ 364-3786Mt. Hermon ................Peak .................... 345-2807Mt. Horeb .................. Chapin ................... 345-2000Mt. olivet .................. Chapin ................... 345-3333S t. Jacobs
Evangelical ............. Chapin ................... 345-2309St. Peter ELCA .......... Chapin ................... 345-9309St. Thomas ............... Chapin ................... 345-2993
METHodISTC hapin united
Methodist ............... Chapin ................... 345-2801
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Presbyterian ........... Chapin ................... 932-4821L ake Murray Presbyterian ........... Chapin ................... 345-5140
o ak Grove united.....Little Mountain ............ 945-7862
NoNdENoMINATIoNALChapin Community ... ChapinC hapin
Fellowship Bible ..... Chapin ................... 345-7451L ake Murray Evangelical ............. Chapin ................... 345-7788
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(All area codes are 803.)
American Cancer Society – Relay For Life .............................................. Columbia ..................................................................... 750-1693
American Legion Post 193 .......................................................................... Chapin ...................................................................... 932-9596
Chapin Arts & Crafts Association ............................................Crooked Creek Park, Chapin ......................................................345-9410
Chapin Community Theatre ........................................................ Columbia Avenue, Chapin ........................................................ 345-1836
Chapin Garden Club .................................................................................. Chapin ...................................................................... 345-5862
Chapin Lions Club .....................................................................Crooked Creek Park, Chapin ..................................................... 345-5892
Chapin Optimist Club ................................................................................. Chapin ...................................................................... 345-3358
Chapin Ruritan Club ...................................................................... 117 Peak Street, Chapin .......................................................... 345-0531
Chapin Sertoma Club ................................................................................ Chapin ...................................................................... 932-9002
Chapin Woman’s Club ................................................................................ Chapin ...................................................................... 932-2272
Crooked Creek Art League ......................................................Crooked Creek Park, Chapin ...................................................... 345-8701
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American Cancer Society – Relay For Life .............................................. Columbia ..................................................................... 750-1693
American Legion Post 193 .......................................................................... Chapin ...................................................................... 932-9596
Chapin Arts & Crafts Association ............................................Crooked Creek Park, Chapin ......................................................345-9410
Chapin Community Theatre ........................................................ Columbia Avenue, Chapin ........................................................ 345-1836
Chapin Garden Club .................................................................................. Chapin ...................................................................... 345-5862
Chapin Lions Club .....................................................................Crooked Creek Park, Chapin ..................................................... 345-5892
Chapin Optimist Club ................................................................................. Chapin ...................................................................... 345-3358
Chapin Ruritan Club ...................................................................... 117 Peak Street, Chapin .......................................................... 345-0531
Chapin Sertoma Club ................................................................................ Chapin ...................................................................... 932-9002
Chapin Woman’s Club ................................................................................ Chapin ...................................................................... 932-2272
Crooked Creek Art League ......................................................Crooked Creek Park, Chapin ...................................................... 345-8701
Dutch Fork Choral Society .......................................................... New Life Chapel, Chapin ......................................................... 345-8701
Fancy Hat Ladies of Chapin ....................................................................... Chapin ...................................................................... 945-0424
Girl Scouts of SC – Mountains to Midlands ............................130 Pinnacle Point Ct, Columbia ................................................... 461-3735
Greater Chapin Chamber of Commerce ................................... 302 Columbia Ave., Chapin ........................................................345-1100
Greater Chapin Community Endowment ................................................... Chapin ...................................................................... 345-0369
Lake Murray Moms .................................................................................... Chapin ....................................................................... 447-3678
Lake Murray Sisters In Service ...............................................................Ballentine .......................................................................749-1175
Potters of Chapin ....................................................................................... Chapin .......................................................................345-6001
Rotary Club of Chapin Sunrise .................................................Crooked Creek Park, Chapin ......................................................401-2208
SCORE Chapter 230 .................................................................................. Chapin ........................................................................345-1100
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Calendar of Events
FEBRUARY
Daddy/Daughter Date Night at Crooked Creek Park
Registration for Spring Sports – Crooked Creek Park
Chapin Sunrise Charter Celebration
Greater Chapin Community Endowment’s Ground Hog Ball
MARCH
Chapin High School “Golden Eagle Evening”
Optimist Club Lake Murray Poker Run
APRIL
Community of Character Service Day
Chapin-Irmo Relay For Life
Chapin Celebrates the Arts at Crooked Creek Park
Lake Murray Sailing Club Sailfest Regatta
MAY
Chapin High School ROTC Review
American Legion Post 193 Memorial Day Ceremony
Greater Chapin Chamber Annual Golf Tournament
Antique Tractor Show
Mother/Son Date Night at Crooked Creek Park
JUNE/JULY
Dixie Youth Baseball Tournaments
Fall Sports Registration at Crooked Creek Park
Lake Murray Sailing Club Bottoms Up Sail Regatta
Southern Patriot & Spirit of Lake Murray Purple Martin Boat Cruises
4th of July Fireworks Celebration on Lake Murray
Little Mountain Reunion
AUGUST
Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast
Community Prayer Walk
Firefighters Appreciation Day
SEPTEMBER
Labor Day Parade and Festival
Lowman Home “Jazz, Flavor & Flair”
Rotary Club of Chapin Sunrise Golf Charity Classic
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FEBRUARY
Daddy/Daughter Date Night at Crooked Creek Park
Registration for Spring Sports – Crooked Creek Park
Chapin Sunrise Charter Celebration
Greater Chapin Community Endowment’s Ground Hog Ball
MARCH
Chapin High School “Golden Eagle Evening”
Optimist Club Lake Murray Poker Run
APRIL
Community of Character Service Day
Chapin-Irmo Relay For Life
Chapin Celebrates the Arts at Crooked Creek Park
Lake Murray Sailing Club Sailfest Regatta
MAY
Chapin High School ROTC Review
American Legion Post 193 Memorial Day Ceremony
Greater Chapin Chamber Annual Golf Tournament
Antique Tractor Show
Mother/Son Date Night at Crooked Creek Park
JUNE/JULY
Dixie Youth Baseball Tournaments
Fall Sports Registration at Crooked Creek Park
Lake Murray Sailing Club Bottoms Up Sail Regatta
Southern Patriot & Spirit of Lake Murray Purple Martin Boat Cruises
4th of July Fireworks Celebration on Lake Murray
Little Mountain Reunion
AUGUST
Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast
Community Prayer Walk
Firefighters Appreciation Day
SEPTEMBER
Labor Day Parade and Festival
Lowman Home “Jazz, Flavor & Flair”
Rotary Club of Chapin Sunrise Golf Charity Classic
OCTOBER
Greater Chapin Chamber Spooktakular Chili Cook-Off
Town of Chapin Hall of Fame Awards Ceremony
Winter Sports Registration at Crooked Creek Park
Kids Halloween Party at Crooked Creek Park
Blood Moon on the River – Halloween at Saluda Shoals Park
NOvEMBERGreater Chapin Chamber Annual Awards Dinner and Auction
Shops of Chapin Holiday Open House
DECEMBER
Town Christmas Tree Lighting
Chapin Woman’s Club Tour of Homes
Holiday Lights at Saluda Shoals Park
Community Christmas Concerts by Dutch Fork Choral Society and Area Churches
Chapin Garden Club Arbor Day Celebration
OTHER REGULAR EvENTS
The Greater Chapin Chamber of Commerce meets the third Tuesday of each month.
Chapin Town Council meets the first Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m.
Chapin Planning Commission meets the last Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m.
Chapin Community Theater: Four productions yearly (803-345-6181)
Adopt-a-Highway: Four times per year
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Index of AdvertisersACCountAnt
Arthur L. Jayroe, Jr., CPA — Page 15824 Main StreetLittle Mountain, SC 29075803-345-1040Fax [email protected]
Full-service public accounting firm offering individuals and busi-nesses tax minimization. Offering income tax preparation and planning and small business services, including startups and planning, payroll services, accounting, and auditing.
Erin Long Accounting and Consulting — Page 5P.o. Box 4448Irmo, SC [email protected]
Performing financial analysis and managing business processes so you have timely information to make proper decisions for your business.
AduLt CArE/SEnior LiVing
generations of Chapin — Page 7431 E. Boundary St.Chapin, SC 29036803-345-1911Fax 803-345-6228
Assisted Living and Independent Living for Seniors. Homes and rental apartments.Clubhouse. Full services including meals and housekeeping. Pharmacy on campus — 24-hour staff on duty in Assisted Living.
Southwoode — Page 7431 E. Boundary St.Chapin, SC 29036803-345-1911
ArtS
Judy Bolton JarrettArtCan Studio & gallery — Page 21108 Beaufort St.Chapin, SC 29036(not a mailing address)803-345-6588www.judyjarrettgallery.com
• Artist’s Studio• Original Paintings• Handpainted Furnishings• Limited- and Open-Edition Lithographs• House Portraits
AttornEy
Harrell & Martin, PA — Page 28P.o. Box 1000Chapin, SC 29036803-345-3343Fax 803-345-9171www.harrellmartin.com
• Real Estate Closings• Title Insurance• Wills • Probate• Corporate
AutoMotiVE – dEALErSHiP/rEPAir
Ballentine Collision repair, inc. — Page 211590 dutch Fork RoadP.o. Box 61Ballentine, SC 29002803-781-7105Fax 803-781-1004ballentinerepair@aol.comwww.ballentinecollisionrepair.
• We Specialize in Wrecks! • We Have a Lifetime Warranty on Parts, Labor, and Paint • 24-Hour Towing (Wrecks Only)• All Insurance Work Is Welcomed• Locally Owned and Operated for 26 Years
taylor’s Auto Service — Page 18285 Chapin RoadChapin, SC 29036803-345-8775www.taylorsautochapin.com
Complete Automotive Service• Tune-Ups • Electrical• Shocks/Struts • A/C• Brakes • Alignments• Tires • Computer Diagnostics• And more
CHiroPrACtorS
Chapin Chiropractic Center — Page 151402 Chapin RoadChapin, SC 29036803-345-3466www.chapinchiropractic.com
CHAPIN CHIROPRACTIC CENTER is focused on providing high-quality service and patient satisfaction and we will do every-thing we can to meet your expectations. Don’t spend another day in pain.
Family Practice of Chiropractic — Page 16203 Amicks Ferry RoadChapin, SC 29036803-932-9399Fax 803-932-9299www.drminico.net
Family Practice of Chiropractic helps families like yours to stay healthy. Offering traditional chiropractic care, massage therapy, vitamins, and rehabilitation. We tailor a healthy program for your particular needs.
CHurCHES
Chapin united Methodist Church — Page 16415 Lexington AvenueChapin, SC 29036803-345-2801www.chapinumc.com
Sunday ServicesTraditional Worship 9:00 a.m.Sunday School 10:10 a.m.Contemporary Service 11:15 a.m.
CLEAning SErViCES
Murmaids Cleaning Service, inc. — Page 28205 Forest Bickley RoadChapin, SC 29036803-600-3397
• Established in 1994• Residential and Commercial Cleaning • Supplies provided • DEPENDABLE, HONEST services weekly and biweekly• We are bonded for your security• Call for a free estimate
CoMMuniCAtionS
Karen owens Communications — Page 29326 Sienna driveChapin, SC 29036803-413-6789karen@kocommunications.comwww.kocommunications.com
Karen Owens Communications provides marketing and public relations support for businesses and organizations looking to enhance their bottom line. My specialties include writing, media relations, special events, and website development.
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Columbia Conference Center — Page 13169 Laurelhurst AvenueColumbia, SC 29210803-772-9811Fax [email protected]
An accent on luxury and comfort, combined with the latest technology, executive and banquet chairs, easy access to I-20 & I-26, and on-site catering makes Columbia Conference Center a unique setting for your event.
ConStruCtion/ContrACtorS
gallup & gallup — Page 28113 Columbia AvenueChapin, SC 29036803-932-4884Fax [email protected]
• Design • Build • Remodel
H & H Fabricating inc — Page 16P.o. Box 842Chapin, SC 29036mobile 803-518-0656office 803-345-7398Fax [email protected]
• All Aluminum Frame Construction• Screen Porches• Sunrooms• Pool Enclosures• RepairsH & H has been turning dreams into reality for over 20 years. Visit our website to see photos of projects from Rock Hill to Charleston.
Metts Construction, inc. — Page 131714 Chapin Rd.Chapin, SC 29036803-345-2211office@mettsconstruction.comwww.mettsconstruction.com
Metts Construction is a family-owned business that has been serving the Chapin community since 1975. Now expanded to include LCD Landfill and commercial site preparation over the entire state.
Country CLuB
timberlake Country Club — Page 5222 Timberlake dr.Chapin, SC 29036803-345-9909Fax 803-345-0661eday@timberlakecountryclub.comwww.timberlakecountryclub.com
Located 6 miles from downtown Chapin, this 18-hole, par-71 championship golf course was designed by Willard C. Byrd. The course offers challenging golf with panoramic views of Lake Murray. Golfing and dining is available at Timberlake Country Club, being accessible by land or lake.
CuStoM FrAMing/Art gALLEry
Palmetto Fine Arts, LLC — Page 16107 Virginia StreetChapin, SC [email protected]
Specializing in custom picture framing at unbeatable prices, we also carry South Carolina and Lake Murray Art prints as well as local originals. We also offer custom mirrors, select home decor items, and great fashion jewelry for any occasion.
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Chapin dental Associates — Page 25S. Britt Holstein, dMdR. Gregg Jowers Jr., dMd425-A Lexington Ave.Chapin, SC 29036803-345-5526Fax [email protected]
Chapin Dental provides general and cosmetic dentistry using the latest technology in a modern, pressure-free environment. Our services include one visit crowns, porcelain veneers, dentures, implants, and more.
Lake Murray Pediatric dentistry — Page 22Ralph d. Warnock, d.M.d.740 old Lexington Hwy.Chapin, SC 29036803-345-2483www.lakemurraysmiles.com
At Lake Murray Pediatric Dentistry we believe that good oral health starts early. Come see why fun dental visits with us will leave your child “Hooked on Smiles” for life.
Pitner orthodontics — Page 27814 old Bush River RoadChapin, SC 29036803-781-5225Fax [email protected]
Whether you are an adult, adolescent, or child, Pitner Orthodontics will help you achieve the smile you deserve — and help you to smile big and smile often.
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Engineering resource Corporation (ErC) — Page 29510 Lexington AvenueChapin, SC [email protected]
Civil & Environmental Engineers
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town of Chapin — Page 17P.o. Box 183Chapin, SC 29036803-345-2444utilities 345-0416Police 345-6443Fax [email protected]
Town Council meets the first Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Planning Commission meets the last Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Public is welcome to attend.
Walt McLeod, State representative — Page 28308 Pomaria StreetChapin, SC 29036803-345-1538Fax 803-345-0770
Full-time, effective, independent leadership, proudly represent-ing the citizens of House District 40.
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Chapin Christian gymnastics — Page 25452 East Boundary StreetChapin, SC 29036803-414-0707chapinchristiangym@gmail.comwww.chapinchristiangymnastics.com
A faith-based gym where all are welcome. Offering team and recreational gymnastics, tumbling, dance, Group and Acro Gymnastics. Birthday parties, funtastic camps, Parents Night Out.
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Chapin Family Practice — Page 181612 Chapin RoadChapin, SC 29036803-345-3414Fax 803-345-1672
Serving the health care needs of Chapin and surrounding areas for over 25 years. Six physicians and three nurse practitioners. On-site labs, x-rays, and EKGs.
Chapin Pediatrics — Page 30119 Amicks Ferry RoadChapin, SC 29036803-932-2200Fax 803-932-2225www.chapinpediatrics.com
“Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” —Proverbs 22:6
Lexington Medical Center — Page inside Front Cover2720 Sunset BoulevardWest Columbia, SC 29169803-791-2000www.lexmed.com
Lexington Medical Center — a 414-bed medical complex, including LMC Chapin, offering urgent care, family medicine, and women’s services.
HEAting & CooLing
richardson’s Heating & Air Conditioning — Page 16324 Amicks Ferry RoadChapin, SC 29036803-345-5221Fax 803-345-5874
Since March 1982 we have focused on servicing and installing heating and air conditioning systems (primarily residential). Honesty, Integrity, Quality, Reliability, Professionalism, and Reasonable Cost are most important.
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Chapin Furniture — Page 71150 Chapin RoadChapin, SC 29036803-932-4052Toll-Free 866-932-4052www.chapinfurniture.com
Chapin Furniture is your one-stop shop for beautiful home fur-nishings, mattresses, and decorative accessories. We have just what you’re looking for, and you can get it today!
HotELS/MotELS/BEd & BrEAKFAStS
Hilton garden inn - Columbia SC — Page 26434 Columbiana driveColumbia, SC 29212803-407-6640Fax 803-407-6639www.columbiaharbison.hgi.com
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russell-Massey & Company, inc — Page 4200-A Lexington HighwayChapin, SC [email protected]
Russell-Massey & Company is an independent insurance agency that offers a wide range of insurance products for individuals and businesses in the Midlands area.
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Edward Jones - Harry Cromer iii — Page 16130 Amicks Ferry Road, Suite CChapin, SC 29036803-345-3272Fax (866) [email protected]
We’re pleased to announce that Edward Jones has been ranked “Highest in Investor Satisfaction with Full Service Brokerage Firms.”• Annuities • Life Insurance• Certificates of Deposit • Stocks• Bonds • Mutual Funds
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Palmetto gems & gemological Services — Page 21130-B Amick’s Ferry RoadChapin, SC 29036803-407-6661Fax [email protected]
We deal in trust. With the only Certified Gemologists in the midlands, we are uniquely poised to provide a complete profes-sional buying experience. Maximizing your dollars whatever your budget. Your neighbors at Palmetto Gems.
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Chapin Pet Lodge inc. — Page 221212 Beagle Run RoadChapin, SC 29036803-345-5082Fax [email protected]
Featuring: • 16-foot Indoor Dog Runs • “Kitty Condos”• “Garden Apartments” • All Climate-Controlled• Midlands’ only PCSA-Accredited Kennel• Quiet country setting with lots of TLC from people who really care
Coldwell Banker united, rEALtorS — Page outside Back Cover271 Columbia AvenueChapin, SC 29036803-345-1094Fax 803-345-3668www.cbunited.com/chapin
Serving Chapin and surrounding areas for over 50 years with quality service, quality agents. Stop and visit our Historic home office and we will assist your with all your real estate needs! Free Lake Murray maps and info! Come see us! the Lake Murray Specialists, Kit & Johnny — Page 3271 Columbia AvenueChapin, SC 29036803-917-0168Fax [email protected]
Our solitary focus is helping people buy and sell homes in Lake Murray Country whether it be in Irmo, Lexington, Ballentine, Chapin, Newberry, or Saluda. We want others to experience the magic that we are fortunate enough to live with.
rE/MAX real Estate Consultants — Page 11303 Chapin RoadChapin, SC 29036803-932-2800Fax 803-932-4165www.forsaleinchapin.com
The most experienced agents in the local market ready to help you with your move. Put the power of RE/MAX to work for you.
russell & Jeffcoat realtors, inc. — Page inside Back Cover539 Columbia AvenueChapin, SC 29036803-345-8300800-756-4154 toll-freecdaniels@russellandjeffcoat.comwww.russellandjeffcoat.com
Full-service real estate company serving SC for over 40 years. Call toll-free for interactive CD-ROM full of info about the Midlands of SC.
templeton realty & investments, LLC — Page 15P.o. Box 223Ballentine, SC [email protected]
Templeton Realty and Investments, LLC was started in 2007 by local Realtors, Verdie and Phil Sherer. A $5,000 investment for 1 year earns 10 percent simple interest. Call 1-800-351-0820 for details.
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Eight Acres recycling, inc. — Page 291135 Candy Kitchen RoadProsperity, SC [email protected]
We recycle all types of metals including steel, aluminum, copper, appliances, autos, and more. We are locally owned and here to serve you six days a week. IT PAYS TO RECYCLE.
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Sonic - Store 6064 — Page 301150 dutch Fork RoadIrmo, SC [email protected] sonicboomsc.com
Situated in front of Walmart. Mention this ad at time of order and receive a 10 percent discount off your purchase. Thank you for your continued patronage!
tipsy toad tavern — Page 11103C BeaufortP.o. Box 654Chapin, SC 29036803-932-4470Fax 803-932-4188www.tipsytoadtavern.com
The Tipsy Toad has an excellent new menu and we look forward to serving our neighbors! Live entertainment on the weekends!
Vella’s restaurant and tavern — Page 28912 Chapin RdChapin, SC [email protected]
Vella’s in Chapin offers a family oriented atmosphere with a friendly staff. In addition to a menu wide in variety, we offer food and drink specials daily.
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Boland’s true Value Hardware — Page 11745 Chapin RoadChapin, SC 29036803-345-1336bolandstruevalue@bellsouth.netwww.bolandstruvalue.com
• Friendly, Helpful Staff• Rentals • Color Match Paint• Marine Supplies • RV Supplies• Propane • Glass Cutting• Pool & Spa Products• Pool Cleaning ServiceOpen Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–6 p.m.Open Saturday 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Julia neal designs — Page 7910 Chapin road, Suite AChapin, SC [email protected]
the rivalry — Page 29P.o. Box 663Chapin, SC [email protected]
Collegiate / Palmetto & HS Spirit ApparelTailgating Supplies / FlagsUnique Gifts & JewelryCustom Embroidery
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Aquarius Spa & Salon — Page 11113 Virginia StreetChapin, SC [email protected]
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dutch Fork Animal Hospital — Page 291780 dutch Fork RoadIrmo, SC 29036803-781-7483Fax [email protected]
Dutch Fork Animal Hospital is a small animal practice with five veterinarians. We offer preventive medicine, advanced diagnostics, dental care, and surgery. We also provide boarding, bathing, and daycare.
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Eye Care Center — Page 25506 old Lexington Hwy., Suite AChapin, SC 29036803-345-3170803-345-9549www.eyecare-sc.com
Eye Care Center provides professional eye care for the entire family, from infants to senior citizens. Our doctors are com-mitted to personal care using the latest technical innovations including the optomap retina exam. An optical dispensary and all types of contact lenses are also available.
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Ellett Brothers, LLC — Page 7267 Columbia Ave.P.o. Box 128Chapin, SC 29036800-845-3711Fax 800-323-3006www.ellettbrothers.com
Nationwide wholesale distributor of outdoor sporting goods products. We market and distribute a broad line of products and accessories for hunting and shooting sports, marine, camping, archery, and other outdoor activities. In business since 1933.
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