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We're so glad you are here or planning to visit! Chapin is just off I-26 in the heart of the Dutch Fork area, which traces its lineage to early German settlers.
The town, more than 100 years old, grew up around the CSX railroad in the northwest corner of Lexington County. Bounded by Richland County on one side, Newberry County on the other, and Lake Murray to the south, it is situated so that all roads from the lake's northern shores lead to Chapin. Its all here!
The friendly atmosphere of a small town and rural community, the boundless recreational opportunities of beautiful Lake Murray, some of the finest schools in South Carolina, outstanding parks and recreational facilities, and all within a few miles of Columbia, the state's capital city. Welcome to our community!

Check out the Calendar for the latest upcoming events. If you would like to have something added to the calendar give us a call at 345-1100 or email laura@chapinchamber.com.

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The Chapin Visitors Guide and Membership Directory is Now Online

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ARTIST OF THE MONTH

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The Greater Chapin Chamber
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"Artist of the Month"
Mary Elliott Williams
and her painting
"A Mother's Love"

Artists Statement

Art is God’s gift to us in troubled times. Art can give hope to a person or invoke a pleasant memory or time. My paintings reflect the essence of a place or the spirit of the person. I have an urgency to paint at this time in my life. I am honored to be able to paint and note my time and my surroundings and culture. Painting brings me great joy!

Biography

The artist was born in Ontario Canada but has lived in South Carolina since 1981 when she married her husband, Mitch. After working as a nurse in hospital and review settings, Mary is fulfilling her dream of working as an artist. She began with pencil sketches in high school. Through the years she has taken classes in watercolor, acrylic and oil. She currently works mainly in oil and pastel doing commission work. Her Artist in Residence opportunities have allowed her rich times of plein air painting. Mary has spent time honing her skills in intense workshops with accomplished artists including Nelson Shanks and David Leffel. In May of 2007, she was honored to be part of the Columbia Open Studios when artists in the Columbia area opened their studios to the public.

Visit the Greater Chapin Chamber at 302 Columbia Avenue, Chapin to see his artwork.

Logon to www.crookedcreekart.org for more artists' works

Other artists also have their work displayed at the Chamber

The Greater Chapin Chamber of Commerce

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is delighted to provide newcomers and old timers valuable reference and relocation information. Chapin is a Community of Character, striving to make the highest quality of living - providing the best of both worlds of country and city. And the Chamber is working hard in a partnership of individuals, business, and professional people to unite commercial, educational, and civic activities to make Chapin an even more wonderful place to live and work!

Upcoming Events

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Thursday, August 7 - GREATER CHAPIN JOB FAIR - CANCELLED

Thursday, August 14 – Young Professionals After Hours (40 and under) 6 pm at the Chamber House. Sponsored by David Strawhorn, State Farm Insurance.

Saturday, August 23 – Adopt A Highway 8 am at the Chamber House

Monday, Sept 1 - LABOR DAY Festivities
Saturday, October 4 - - 4^TH ANNUAL GIST BACKHOE RODEO

Saturday, October 11 - "Arts & Taste of Chapin” Festival

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INCREASING YOUR BUSINESS IS OUR BUSINESS! THE CHAMBER IS WORKING FOR YOU EACH AND EVERY DAY! JOIN US FOR ONE OF OUR MANY NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES…MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS, GOLF TOURNAMENT, TASTE OF CHAPIN, THESE EVENTS ARE FOR YOU!

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