Life + Culture

The Glow of Santa’s Southern Lights

Sara’s Farm Adventure is Lighting Up the Holiday Season Article by Jessica Crandall Lawrence | Photography by Provided To help tell the story of this year’s Santa’s Southern Lights, we sat down with Karisa Ruth,  director of retail sales at Sara’s Farm Adventure . With a front-row view of both the farm’s growth and its festive traditions, Karisa shared how the event has become a magical holiday experience for families across the community. Can you tell us a little about Sara’s Farm...

Life + Culture

Shop Local, Win Big

How Aiken’s Red Ticket Campaign Boosts Local Business Article by Jessica Crandall Lawrence | Photography by Rebecca Judy The Aiken Chamber of Commerce is spreading cheer with its annual Red Ticket Campaign, now in its fifth year. From November 1 to December 15, shoppers earn one red ticket for every $25 spent at participating local businesses. Each ticket becomes a chance to win cash prizes totaling $4,500. Drawings will be held live on the Chamber’s Facebook page on November 24 and December...

Arts + Culture

A Timeless Tradition

The Magic of The Nutcracker in Aiken Article by Nikita Hanif | Photography by AP Gouge Photography Every December as the air in Aiken turns crisp and downtown streets twinkle with Christmas lights, families gather in eager anticipation for one of the city’s most cherished holiday traditions, the Aiken Civic Ballet’s annual production of The Nutcracker . For fifteen years, this enchanting performance has captured hearts, kindled nostalgia and brought the magic of the season to life on stage. ...

Life + Culture

Evergreen Christmas Magic

A Family’s Faith and Hard Work turn Still Creek Tree Farm into Aiken’s Holiday Haven Article by Nikita Hanif | Photography by Rebecca Judy When our team at Aiken City Lifestyle reached out to Charles Shoup, owner of Still Creek Tree Farm, about hosting a Christmas photoshoot on his property, his response reflected the very heart of southern hospitality, kindness, graciousness and warmth. It was clear upon arrival that Still Creek was more than just a tree farm; it was a living, breathing...