Join Fermata Friends October 18 for our Fall Festival! We’ll have live music, games, a costume contest for people and for pets, silent auction to benefit our historic gymnasium renovations, and a chili cookoff with winners from celebrity judges and audience favorites! Concessions available and a bar by donation. There will be fun for the whole family at Aiken’s historic swim and tennis club and all are welcome to join us. (fb)

Come enjoy uninterrupted time at the pool this afternoon. South Aiken and Midland Valley swim teams have an away meet and will not be practicing today. Plan now to participate in the member work day on Saturday, 9 am til 2 pm. Bring yard tools and paint brushes. Come for an hour or stay longer. Many hands make light work! (fb)