What's Happening in Taylors-Wade Hampton.

Today is Thursday, Dec. 1, 2011, and there are 30 days left in the year.

- Today's Weather: As forecast by the National Weather Service, today's temperature is expected to reach 59 degrees in the Taylors-Wade Hampton area. A southerly wind is expected to calm by tonight, with the low temperature dipping to the freezing mark of 32 degrees.

- Facing tough times in life? Do you face problems with substance abuse, depression or family dysfunction? Tonight at 6 p.m. Springwell Baptist Church in Taylors will hold its regular "" program, which seeks to assist those in need of assistance in overcoming personal issues. The program includes a free dinner and fellowship period, a worship services and small group sessions.

- Get into the holiday spirit tonight in the Champagne Ballroom of the Marriott at The Parkway during the , held for the St. Francis Foundation. Tickets are $50 per person. For more information, call 255-1040.

- Looking for some musical entertainment tonight? Try The Fine Arts Center at 's campus on Pine Knoll Drive at 7:30 p.m. . Tickets are $20 per person.

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