AUGUSTA, GA - This is the perfect occasion to have fun and do some good at the same time. A non-perishable food donation will lead you to metal work, photography, dance troupes, food and much more. Don’t bother checking the weather forecast — rain or shine, the event will take place.

Arts in the Alley
Journal Street, Thomson
Saturday, May 30
10 a.m.-6 p.m.
706-669-1804
mcduffieartscouncil.org

Social woes
If you think Facebook or MySpace are for teenagers, here is a quick fact: The 25-34 year-old group on Facebook, currently at 11.26 million users, is doubling every six months. Find out what the big deal is.

The Hype, the Potential and the Pitfalls to Social Networking Sites
North Augusta Chamber of Commerce
Tuesday, June 2
3 p.m.
$10, members; $15, non-members
803-279-2323
northaugustachamber.org

Yihaaa!
Cowboy spirit is back. The top rodeo athletes are expected to be present in this competition that might lead some of them to the International Finals Rodeo held in Oklahoma City. Good to know: The tickets are available either at the gate or online.

Cross Creek Rodeo
111 Railroad Street, Thomson
Friday, June 5-Saturday, June 6.
5 p.m., Friday; 3 p.m., Saturday
crosscreekrodeo.com

True adoption
Chase away the myths about adoption, and meet people willing to share their successful stories. Adoption Care Representatives will be there to answer your questions.

Adoption Seminar
Warren Baptist Church, Simmons Hall
Saturday, May 30
9 a.m.-1 p.m.
706-860-1586
warrenbaptist.org

Home run
The GreenJackets are home and it’s the infamous Thirsty Thursday with beer for $1. Who wants to miss it? And it’s the last game of May, too, so, for once, let’s make an effort and actually focus on the game.

GreenJackets vs. Ashville Tourists
Lake Olmstead Stadium
Thursday, May 27
7:05 pm
$7
706-736-7889
greenjacketsbaseball.com