Champions for Youth Tribute

SiMT | 1951 Pisgah Rd, Florence, SC 29501, USA

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Pee Dee Area are proud to present The Champions for Youth Tribute to honor a pillar of our community and their lifetime of service for youth.

This year's event will be held at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, August 25, in the lobby of the Southeastern Institute of Manufacturing and Technology (SiMT) at Florence Darlington Technical College campus.

Boys & Girls Clubs offer children four pillars:

A safe place to learn and grow

Ongoing relationships with caring adults

Life-enhancing programs and character development exercises, and

Hope and opportunity.

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Other Upcoming Events

AUG 25 - AUG 26

Music Bingo

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AUG 26

Adult Color & Chat

Join Darlington County Library for a fun and social adult coloring program. They will provide everything yo...

AUG 26

Cryptid Club (3rd - 5th Grade)

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AUG 27

Women in Commerce Luncheon 2026

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AUG 27

Book Club

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AUG 27

Canasta at the Library

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AUG 27 - AUG 28

Mahjong - Open Play + Classes

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AUG 27 - AUG 28

Olanta Thursday Night LIVE Featuring The Andy and Oneida Show Band

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AUG 27 - AUG 28

Midnight Margaritas

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AUG 28 - AUG 30

62nd Southern 500 Golf Invitational

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AUG 28

Community Connections with Carol Ann

Certified Community Health Worker Carol Ann Stephens, is available to work with area residents who are seek...

AUG 28

BINGO at the Library

Enjoy a fun hour of Bingo games at the Johnsonville Public Library.

AUG 28

Perler Bead Club (Ages 8+)

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AUG 28 - AUG 29

Flamingos Brews & Que

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AUG 28 - AUG 29

Small Works 2026 A Juried Exhibition Opening Reception

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AUG 28 - AUG 29

Adult/Teen Art Class w/Live DJ - "Neon Pixie Cut"

Join Addie's Baby Paint & Sip Studio for a Party with a Live DJ! Grab your paints and canvas and let’s...

AUG 29

Miles for Moore 5K and Fun Run

The Miles for Moore 5K and Fun Run supports the J W Moore Middle School APT in enhancing student life - fun...

AUG 29

39th Annual Doll & Toy Show and Sale

The Pee Dee Doll Club is proud to host its 39th Annual Doll & Toy Show and Sale!This event offers a wid...

AUG 29

Tea Pot Container Workshop

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AUG 29

The Bo-Time Dash

The Bo-Time Dash returns August 29 from the City of Florence, Parks, Recreation and Sports Tourism in partn...

AUG 29

Greg Howard Author Signing

Join Barnes and Noble on Saturday, August 29th to welcome bestselling author Greg Howard for a signing of h...

AUG 29

Adult Art Class - Hat Burning Ages 21+

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AUG 29 - AUG 30

Adult/Teen Art Class - Fluid Bear - Pour in the Dark

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AUG 29 - AUG 30

August Latin Dance Social at Lula's

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AUG 29 - AUG 30

The Special Blend Band

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AUG 29 - AUG 30

Wine & Dessert

Treat yourself to an unforgettable evening of handcrafted sweets and perfectly paired wines!Saturday, Augus...

AUG 29 - AUG 30

Lindy Hop/Swing Dance

A few Lindy Hop lessons and lots of dancing. All skill levels welcome.They suggest a $5 donation per partic...

AUG 30

Sip & Sketch

Go sip and sketch with Ambrianna Studio! Learn how to draw a monochromatic still-life of bottles and glasse...

AUG 30

Adult/Teen Art Class - Sip & Tuft "Custom Design"

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AUG 30

Studio Workshop III: Tumultuous Surf: Painting Water in Watercolor

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AUG 30

Florence Symphony - Rick Steve's Europe, A Symphonic Journey

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AUG 31

Cookbook Club (Adults 18+)

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AUG 31

Tabletop RPGs Group

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SEP 1

FoFCL Book Swap

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SEP 1 - SEP 2

Labor Day Pickleball Cookout 2026

SEP 1

Baby Social Hour

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SEP 1

Music & Movement Storytime w/Special Guests

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SEP 1

Adult Basic Computer Workshop

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SEP 1

Paint-A-Partner

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SEP 1

Family Crafternoon

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Nearby Places to Explore

2 miles range

EVENT VENUES

SiMT - Southeastern Institute of Manufacturing and Technology

SHOPPING

Growing Hobby

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SHOPPING

Mystic Hollow Designs, LLC

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SHOPPING

Wolfe's Lil Garden

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FOOD

Southern Produce and Plants

Locally owned business with fresh produce and seasonal plants and flowers. Friendly customer service.

DINING

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ESTABLISHMENT

McLeod Farms at Pee Dee Farmers Market

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ESTABLISHMENT

Pee Dee Tourism

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FARMER'S MARKET

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STORE

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STAY

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STAY

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DINING

Dunkin'

DINING

Shoney's

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Biscuitville

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STAY

Tru by Hilton Florence I-95

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SC PECAN TRAIL

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LODGING

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DINING

Cook Out

DINING

Subway

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Cinnabon

DINING

Taco Bell

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DINING

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DINING

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STAY

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Champions for Youth Tribute

Other Upcoming Events

Music Bingo

Adult Color & Chat

Cryptid Club (3rd - 5th Grade)

Women in Commerce Luncheon 2026

Book Club

Canasta at the Library

Mahjong - Open Play + Classes

Olanta Thursday Night LIVE Featuring The Andy and Oneida Show Band

Midnight Margaritas

62nd Southern 500 Golf Invitational

Community Connections with Carol Ann

BINGO at the Library

Perler Bead Club (Ages 8+)

Flamingos Brews & Que

Small Works 2026 A Juried Exhibition Opening Reception

Adult/Teen Art Class w/Live DJ - "Neon Pixie Cut"

Miles for Moore 5K and Fun Run

39th Annual Doll & Toy Show and Sale

Tea Pot Container Workshop

The Bo-Time Dash

Greg Howard Author Signing

Adult Art Class - Hat Burning Ages 21+

Adult/Teen Art Class - Fluid Bear - Pour in the Dark

August Latin Dance Social at Lula's

The Special Blend Band

Wine & Dessert

Lindy Hop/Swing Dance

Sip & Sketch

Adult/Teen Art Class - Sip & Tuft "Custom Design"

Studio Workshop III: Tumultuous Surf: Painting Water in Watercolor

Florence Symphony - Rick Steve's Europe, A Symphonic Journey

Cookbook Club (Adults 18+)

Tabletop RPGs Group

FoFCL Book Swap

Labor Day Pickleball Cookout 2026

Baby Social Hour

Music & Movement Storytime w/Special Guests

Adult Basic Computer Workshop

Paint-A-Partner

Family Crafternoon

Nearby Places to Explore

SiMT - Southeastern Institute of Manufacturing and Technology

Growing Hobby

Mystic Hollow Designs, LLC

Wolfe's Lil Garden

Southern Produce and Plants

Coffee Doc

McLeod Farms at Pee Dee Farmers Market

Pee Dee Tourism

Pee Dee State Farmers Market

Martin's Ornamental Cement Statuary

Two Girls Treasure

Lamb's Produce Stand

Florence Darlington Tech Library

Florence-Darlington Technical College

Aloha Kitchen

Florence Animal Hospital

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Florence

Zaxbys Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Florence

Hardee's

Sleep Inn Florence North

Days Inn by Wyndham Florence/I-95 North

Dunkin'

Shoney's

Biscuitville

Tru by Hilton Florence I-95

Young's Premium Foods

Comfort Suites Florence I-95

Cook Out

Subway

Cinnabon

Taco Bell

Julia Belle's - Florence, SC

Jersey Mike's Subs

Starbucks

Hampton Inn & Suites Florence-North-I-95