Aiken's eighth annual Kite Festival, in honor of National Kite Month, was canceled Saturday because of inclement weather.
The festival, held by the City of Aiken Parks, Recreation and Tourism Department, was slated to include inflatables, a 50-yard kite dash sponsored by the Select Health of South Carolina, food vendors and entertainment.
Officials said they are expecting the festival to be rescheduled but have not secured a date. For more information, call Smith Hazel Recreation Center at 803-642-7634.
Aiken playhouse to present 'Boeing Boeing'
The Aiken Community Playhouse will present "Boeing Boeing" at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and May 1 and 2, and 3 p.m. at the URS Center for the Performing Arts, 126 Newberry St. S.W. Tickets are $20 for adults; $17 for ages 60 and older; $12 for students; and $7 for ages younger than 12. For more information, visit www.aikenplayhouse.us or call 803-648-1438.