Vincent Harris

The Nashville Nights concert series, which brings fast-rising Music City talent to Lexington, rolls on at Steel Hands Brewing (2350 Foreman St. in Cayce). This week’s performer is country singer/songwriter Lauren Jenkins, who’s shared the stage with Lady A and LeAnn Rimes, among others. A local opener starts the show at 6 p.m., followed by a set from your host, Michael Haney. Jenkins performs until 9:30 p.m. Be sure to check out the brewery’s food specials, including the Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich. This show is free to attend. Visit facebook.com/steelhandsbrewing for more information.

Cornhole: The ultimate low-key game to enjoy with a few friends and a couple of cold ones on the weekend. You simply show up, grab yourself a small bean bag to throw, talk some trash and then try to get that bean bag as close to the wooden hole as possible, preferably while knocking your opponent’s bag out of your way. It’s more or less a NERF-style version of playing horseshoes, and it’s one of the most popular bar games in America.

Chayz Lounge on Meeting Street has a long tradition of bringing in top national jazz talent for their weekly shows, and this weekend is no exception. This Friday and Saturday night, July 19 and 20, saxophonist Marqueal Jordan offers up a show called “A Night Of Rhythmic Grooves.”

Back in May, Upstate-born blues guitar phenom Marcus King, who has spent the last few years in the national spotlight, announced that he was coming home – and bringing some friends with him.

The Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College (7300 College Blvd. Irmo) presents “The Tall Cop: High In Plain Sight.” This community event features Officer Jermaine Galloway, also known as "The Tall Cop." This nationally recognized program will equip you with the knowledge to identify potential risk factors for substance abuse among youth. Registration is required to secure your spot, but this event is free to attend. “The Tall Cop” begins at 8 a.m. and is for adults 18 and over only. Visit harbisontheatre.org for more information.

Dave Mason is in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. He’s written some of the most memorable rock songs of the classic rock era, notably “Feelin’ Alright,” “We Just Disagree” “Only You Know and I Know.”

One wonders what painter and TV host Bob Ross, who sadly passed away in 1995, would think of his popularity today.

Every year around this time, you can find excited bird watchers all around Lake Murray hoping to catch a glimpse of the Purple Martin.

After months of delays, the new Radio Room reopens on July 26 with a performance from The Dollyrots.

The Nashville Nights concert series at Steel Hands Brewing (2350 Foreman St. Cayce) rolls on with a performance from Paul McDonald & The Mourning Doves. The band plays their passionate Americana-tinged roots rock after an opening set from a local act at 6 p.m. Singer/songwriter Michael Haney hosts the evening, and there will be food and drink specials, including Nashville Hot Chicken and Sweet Tea Ale. This event is free to attend. Visit facebook.com/steelhandsbrewing for more information.