Our Musical Journey Around the World: Middle East & Asia


CHILDREN’S SUMMER MUSIC CLASSES
This summer, give your children the opportunity to experience the colorful & diverse world of music through a series of four interactive classes at the Carolina Music Museum. Led by Jeff Holland, a renowned multi-ethnic percussion instructor, Our Musical Journey Around the World will explore music from various regions & cultures around the globe.

OUR MUSICAL JOURNEY AROUND THE WORLD: MIDDLE EAST & ASIA
SUNDAY, JUNE 23RD AT 3:00 PM
TICKETS $10

Memorial Day Weekend Event


Free Military T-Shirt’s

15% Off Licensed Apparel and After Market Accessories

To All Who Served, THANK YOU

Free Hot Dog Plates, Chips and A Drink

FREE BEER while supplies last

12pm- 3pm Bikini Bike Wash

Upstate Concert Band Festival


Start your summer with an extravaganza of concert music at the Upstate Concert Band Festival this Memorial Day weekend. Four concert bands representing three Upstate counties perform from 3:00 to 7:00 PM at the Mauldin Cultural. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and settle in for traditional Americana, marches, show tunes, old favorites and new music from the Greenville Concert Band, the Spartanburg Community Band, the Easley Community Band, and the Greenville Textile Heritage Band. Food, drink and activities will be available; admission is free.

Taste of Cherokee County History Tour


Join us to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Cherokee Historical & Preservation Society during the Taste of Cherokee County History Tour!

8:00 to 10:00 a.m.—Biscuits and coffee at Fort Thicketty (Goucher Creek Road, 29340)

10:30 to 11:30 a.m.—Smoked jerky at the Vinson-Blanton Burying Ground (Spring Lake Road, 29340)

12:00 to 2:00 p.m.—Dumplings at the History & Arts Museum ( 301 College Drive, 29340)

2:30 to 4:30 p.m.—Ice cream and cobbler at Possum Trot School (742 Peachoid Road, 29341)

No charge—food items will be provided as long as supplies last. Rain or shine!

Ware Shoals Catfish Feastival


Days/­Hours Open:
Wed 12pm‑11pm, Thu 12pm‑11pm, Fri 12pm‑11pm, Sat 10am‑11pm
Fun family event. Something for all ages. Non‑alcohol event. Street dance Friday and Saturday night. Special children's events on Saturday. Free music on stage. Fried catfish, catfish stew, lots of other foods. Arts and crafts. Amusement rides.

Music by the Lake Summer Concert Series: “Marches from Around the World”


Join the Lakeside Concert Band to celebrate the Sounds of Summer, Thursday evenings at twilight. Relax at our spacious amphitheater by the Furman University Lake and enjoy a cross-section of Big Band, Jazz, Bluegrass, Contemporary, Marches, and Orchestral favorites. Thanks to our sponsors, all concerts are FREE!

This evening's concert, featuring Marches from Around the World, is performed by the Lakeside Concert Band, directed by Leslie W. Hicken. There is no rain location.

Music by the Lake Summer Concert Series: Spartanburg Jazz Ensemble


Join the Lakeside Concert Band to celebrate the Sounds of Summer, Thursday evenings at twilight. Relax at our spacious amphitheater by the Furman University Lake and enjoy a cross-section of Big Band, Jazz, Bluegrass, Contemporary, Marches, and Orchestral favorites. Thanks to our sponsors, all concerts are FREE!

The Spartanburg Jazz Ensemble is directed by Tom Wright.

Music by the Lake Summer Concert Series: “The Greatest Generation”


Join the Lakeside Concert Band to celebrate the Sounds of Summer, Thursday evenings at twilight. Relax at our spacious amphitheater by the Furman University Lake and enjoy a cross-section of Big Band, Jazz, Bluegrass, Contemporary, Marches, and Orchestral favorites. Thanks to our sponsors, all concerts are FREE!

This evening's concert, "The Greatest Generation," is performed by the Poinsett Wind Symphony, directed by Leslie W. Hicken and Jay Bocook. The concert is in McAlister Auditorium.

Music by the Lake Summer Concert Series: “Go West, Young Man!”


Join the Lakeside Concert Band to celebrate the Sounds of Summer, Thursday evenings at twilight. Relax at our spacious amphitheater by the Furman University Lake and enjoy a cross-section of Big Band, Jazz, Bluegrass, Contemporary, Marches, and Orchestral favorites. Thanks to our sponsors, all concerts are FREE!

This evening's concert is performed by the Carolina Youth Symphony, directed by Leslie W. Hicken. Rain location: McAlister Auditorium

Music by the Lake Summer Concert Series: The Matt Olson Quintet


Join the Lakeside Concert Band to celebrate the Sounds of Summer, Thursday evenings at twilight. Relax at our spacious amphitheater by the Furman University Lake and enjoy a cross-section of Big Band, Jazz, Bluegrass, Contemporary, Marches, and Orchestral favorites. Thanks to our sponsors, all concerts are FREE!

Rain location: McAlister Auditorium

Music by the Lake Summer Concert Series: O Beautiful, for Spacious Skies—A Patriotic Celebration


Join the Lakeside Concert Band to celebrate the Sounds of Summer, Thursday evenings at twilight. Relax at our spacious amphitheater by the Furman University Lake and enjoy a cross-section of Big Band, Jazz, Bluegrass, Contemporary, Marches, and Orchestral favorites. Thanks to our sponsors, all concerts are FREE!

The Greenville Chorale: Bingham Vick, director
Lakeside Concert Band: Leslie W. Hicken, director
(Rain location: McAlister Auditorium)

Music by the Lake Summer Concert Series: Rhapsody in Blue: Derek Parsons, piano soloist


Join the Lakeside Concert Band to celebrate the Sounds of Summer, Thursday evenings at twilight. Relax at our spacious amphitheater by the Furman University Lake and enjoy a cross-section of Big Band, Jazz, Bluegrass, Contemporary, Marches, and Orchestral favorites. Thanks to our sponsors, all concerts are FREE!

This evening's concert features pianist Derek Parsons with the Lakeside Concert Band, directed by Leslie W. Hicken, performing Rhapsody in Blue. It will be held in McAlister Auditorium.

Music by the Lake Summer Concert Series: “An Evening at the Pops”


Join the Lakeside Concert Band to celebrate the Sounds of Summer, Thursday evenings at twilight. Relax at our spacious amphitheater by the Furman University Lake and enjoy a cross-section of Big Band, Jazz, Bluegrass, Contemporary, Marches, and Orchestral favorites. Thanks to our sponsors, all concerts are FREE!

This evening's concert, "An Evening at the Pops," is performed by the Lakeside Concert Band, directed by Leslie W. Hicken. (Rain location: McAlister Auditorium) 

Music by the Lake Summer Concert Series: The Phantom of the Opera


Join the Lakeside Concert Band to celebrate the Sounds of Summer, Thursday evenings at twilight. Relax at our spacious amphitheater by the Furman University Lake and enjoy a cross-section of Big Band, Jazz, Bluegrass, Contemporary, Marches, and Orchestral favorites. Thanks to our sponsors, all concerts are FREE!

This evening's concert, with music from The Phantom of the Opera, features Lisa Barksdale, Bruce Schoonmaker, and Grant Knox, vocal soloists. The Lakeside Concert Band is directed by Leslie W. Hicken. Rain location: McAlister Auditorium

Music by the Lake Summer Concert Series: Latin Jazz—The Patrick Lopez Experience


Join the Lakeside Concert Band to celebrate the Sounds of Summer, Thursday evenings at twilight. Relax at our spacious amphitheater by the Furman University Lake and enjoy a cross-section of Big Band, Jazz, Bluegrass, Contemporary, Marches, and Orchestral favorites. Thanks to our sponsors, all concerts are FREE!

Rain location: McAlister Auditorium

Hub City Empty Bowls bowl-making event


Hub City Empty Bowls will have its second public bowl-making session of 2019 at West Main Artists Co-op on Saturday, June 8, 1-4 p.m. Everyone is invited to come make pottery bowls that will later be used as a fundraiser to feed the needy in Spartanburg. There is no cost to make bowls and all instructions and materials are provided. This is your chance to help feed the needy people of Spartanburg and be creative at the same time. Bowl-making events are great for families or anyone with a creative itch and the desire to do good in Spartanburg.

Butterfly Adventure


Returning for the fourth year on Tuesday, June 11, is the ever-popular Butterfly Adventure, featuring a unique experience as hundreds of butterflies surround visitors within the natural rainforest habitat at Roper Mountain Science Center.

Butterfly Adventure provides guests the opportunity to interact with hundreds of native butterflies as they flutter, dip and soar around the tropical foliage.Dozens of hands-on activities and adventure around the lower part of the mountain await. A sampling of happenings for visitors of ALL ages include:

  •  Explore the fascinating life cycle of butterflies and caterpillars while observing them progressing through their various stages of transformation, and discover other unique insects in the Rainforest Classroom
  • Interact with a variety of live animals including snakes, lizards, and much more while learning about South Carolina habitats
  • Create a number of make-and-take butterfly crafts
  • Become immersed in mysterious worlds through Virtual Reality explorations in the Paleo and Marine Labs
  • Discover the importance of our oceans and interact with marine animals while visiting the Marine Lab Aquariums and Touch Tanks
  • Contribute to the Pollinator Mobile art installation
  • Design and test a butterfly in the Ecology Lab Wind Tunnels
  • Take a break outdoors in the fun and shaded WildWood play area
  • Wander through the beautiful outdoor Butterfly Garden and Arboretum
  • Be challenged in special Breakout Games on Fridays and Saturdays
  • Partake in Cockroach Races and Eat-a-Bug Club Special Events on Saturdays
  • Travel back in time and explore the buildings and gardens of the Living History Farm and participate in a variety of family-friendly activities, including panning for gems

Butterfly Adventure is open from June 11 until July 12, Tuesdays through Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., closed only on the 4th of July.

Salsa at Sunset


Salsa at Sunset, on Graham Plaza in front of the Peace Center fountains, Greenville, SC. Open to the public; a free Upstate International event with the support of Piedmont Natural Gas. Group salsa lesson at 6:00; live Latin bands and dancing from 7:00 to 10:00.
Marcel Portilla Band will return for this program.

12th Annual Youth Summit


Every year, Just Say Something invites anyone 13-17 years old who is interested in a fun opportunity to collaborate with many other teens around the area to enhance their leadership skills. This event is over the summer and is a great opportunity to learn more and discuss many different topics such as politics, school, community, tobacco, alcohol, and the safety of Rx drugs.

Wu-Tang Clan: 36 Chambers 25th Anniversary Celebration Tour


Show 8pm This is an outdoor venue with no seats under cover The show will take place rain or shine. All dates, acts, & ticket prices subject to change without notice. All tickets are subject to applicable service fees via all points of sale.

Weird Al Yankovic: Strings Attached Tour


Al is back to playing the hits and classics for this tour, with his usual big production – costumes, props, video wall – supported by his band, background singers, and… a full symphony orchestra!

Show 8pm This is an outdoor venue with no seats under cover The show will take place rain or shine. All dates, acts, & ticket prices subject to change without notice. All tickets are subject to applicable service fees via all points of sale.

Shinedown: ATTENTION ATTENTION World Tour


Show 6:30pm This is an outdoor venue with no seats under cover The show will take place rain or shine. All dates, acts, & ticket prices subject to change without notice. All tickets are subject to applicable service fees via all points of sale.

Anderson Area Chamber of Commerce netWorks


netWorks is our new and improved Biscuits 2 Business (B2B), which is a FREE leads group. netWorks will be held at the Holiday Inn on Clemson Blvd. There is LIMITED seating and a RSVP is required! Each attendee will be given an opportunity to speak about their business and listen to our keynote speaker! Join us for coffee, patstries & networking!

June Speaker: Ron Marchant - GrandSouth Bank

Anderson Rising Networking Lunch


Join Anderson Rising for a "dutch-treat" lunch Wednesday, June 12, 2019 at Groucho's Deli to network with young professionals in the Upstate! This networking opportunity will allow you to connect with other young professionals and help you understand what Anderson Rising has to offer.

Small Business Luncheon with Speaker Bruce LeVell


Join us for the 2019 Small Business Awards Luncheon on Thursday, June 13, 2019 where we will be awarding the following awards: Small Business, Pillar of Anderson, Athena, and Young Athena Awards.  Our keynote speaker is Bruce LeVell, Region 4 Advocate for the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Individual Tickets:
$40 Members
$50 Non-Members

Table Sponsor (reserved seating for 8 and company recognition):
$400 Members
$500 Non-Members

Electric City Women’s Brunch featuring Rosylin Weston


Join us for our June Electric City Women's Brunch held on Thursday, June 20, 2019. Our guest speaker is Rosylin Weston, RAW Communications, who will be speaking on Resiliency and Turning Lemons Into Lemonade.

Sara Partridge, Jazz, at the Carolina Music Museum


The Carolina Music Museum brings you Sarah Partridge, a jazz singer of national reputation whose latest album, Bright Lights & Promises: Redefining Janis Ian landed on 3 "Best jazz albums of 2017" lists. The pair co-wrote two originals for the album and sing together on the song "A Quarter Past Heartache". Partridge’s compositions have been described as "modern classics". She has worked alongside legends Doc Cheatham, Bucky Pizzarelli, Frank Wess, saxophonist Harry Allen, and drummer Richard De Rosa on many occasions. Dan Bilawsky, in All About Jazz wrote of her performance on the Janis Ian album, “...Partridge hits a bull’s-eye on every single song. She can scat, strut, soar, and tear your heart and soul to shreds without ever breaking a sweat. She’s that good, these performances are that memorable, and this album is most certainly one for the ages. There’ll be selections from this album and her other six studio albums. With her Atlanta band, this is concert you won’t want to miss. Call 864-520-8807 to reserve your tickets. $15 Adults and $5 students.

Our Musical Journey Around the World: Europe and North America


CHILDREN’S SUMMER MUSIC CLASSES
This summer, give your children the opportunity to experience the colorful & diverse world of music through a series of four interactive classes at the Carolina Music Museum. Led by Jeff Holland, a renowned multi-ethnic percussion instructor, Our Musical Journey Around the World will explore music from various regions & cultures around the globe.

 

Our Musical Journey Around the World: Caribbean and South America


CHILDREN’S SUMMER MUSIC CLASSES
This summer, give your children the opportunity to experience the colorful & diverse world of music through a series of four interactive classes at the Carolina Music Museum. Led by Jeff Holland, a renowned multi-ethnic percussion instructor, Our Musical Journey Around the World will explore music from various regions & cultures around the globe.

 

Annie Get Your Gun


The Milltown Players present Irving Berlin's classic musical!

Annie Oakley is the best show around, and she manages to support her little brother and sisters selling the game she hunts. When she's discovered by Buffalo Bill, he persuades this novel sharpshooter to join his Wild West Show. It only takes one glance for her to fall head over heels for dashing shooting ace Frank Butler, who headlines the show. She soon eclipses Butler as the main attraction of the show, which, while good for business, is bad for romance. Butler hightails it off to join a rival show, his bruised male ego leading the way, but is ultimately pitted against Annie in the final shoot-out. The rousing, sure-fire finale hits the mark every time in a testament to the power of female ingenuity.

Upstate Women in Leadership Conference


Join us for this annual Converse event to promote women in leadership across the Upstate. This workshop provides opportunities for young and mid-career professional women to learn practical strategies for enhancing leadership effectiveness and network with peers who share their stories related to workplace advancement and leading in our communities.

Hill Hoppin’ 5K

Come Out and Play on Saturday June 8, 2019 at historic Oconee State Park as we will be hosting a 5K run through the park. Visit a special place and enjoy the mountain air and experience the cool waters of Oconee. This is the sixth race of the 2019 South Carolina State Parks Come Out & Play 5K Series. This 5K is open to everyone, from beginner runners and joggers, experienced athletes to dog walkers - all are welcome. This race will be timed, so you can run as fast or as slow as you want. The cost to register for the Hill Hoppin' 5K is $25 plus registration fees at www.Go-GreenEvents.com. All registered runners will receive a race series T-Shirt, souvenirs and be eligible for door and top place finisher prizes. All proceeds for the 5K will go towards trail improvements at Oconee State Park. Camping and lodging are available at a reduced rate for the weekend of the race at Oconee State Park Resort. Use promo code 5KSAVE20 to save 20% off campsites or cabins reserved for June 7-9, 2019 at Oconee State Park only.

Business & Brews at Piney Mountain with GVL Parks & Rec


Business & Brews returns Tuesday, June 11th. Please join us from 5:15-7:15 p.m. at Piney Mountain Bike Lounge for a round table panel discussion with Greenville Parks & Rec on Bikeville and some of the organization's other current projects and initiatives, followed by a short Q&A session beginning at roughly 5:45 p.m. This business networking social is free to attend and open to the public, so bring a coworker or friend.

Chautauqua History Comes Alive Festival

Starring: Alexander Hamilton, Andrew Jackson, Malcolm X, Jackie Kennedy and Hamilton’s Women

Get ready to laugh, cry and flat out have a great time at this ten-day – two-weekend festival of non-stop live history and fun for the whole family.

30 shows performed in costume by nationally acclaimed historical interpreters. And almost all the shows are FREE.

Meet revolutionary people – hear their stories – ask them how their world changed.

There’s nothing like the experience outdoors under the Chautauqua tent or in a beautiful park on a summer evening. But if you like your Chautauqua experience indoors in air-conditioned comfort, we have that, too.

There will be great story-telling, lots to laugh about, and deep secrets revealed. You’ll laugh – you’ll cry – you’ll have lots of questions. And they’ll be answered. Bring your stories. Share your experiences. Get inspired. Because it’s not just history – it’s personal.

See individual event pages for venue information.

First Friday Open Mic Night


Hub City Bookshop is hosting an open mic for all local writers!

Please bring an original piece of writing (no more than 5-7 minutes long). There will be a galley (free books!) giveaway to all participants.

Greenville Disability Benefits and Employment Workshop

  • Are you interested in going to work or increasing your earnings?
  • Do you need information on how working will affect your disability benefits? (SSI and SSDI)
  • Do you want to connect with local agencies that can assist with finding a job and providing supports?If so, come to this FREE community event!

    ALL attendees must register in order to ensure we have enough materials available for everyone. Accommodation requests must be made by June 18.

Mushroom Mountain Farm Tour


Tours of Mushroom Mountain include an introduction to fungal ecology and life cycles, laboratory tour and research overviews, and the fruiting room. Many aspects of mushrooms, including medicinal properties, cooking, and mycoremediation to soil creation will be discussed along the way! Group visits, discounted reservations - contact us for open dates and times. An experience that will last a lifetime for all ages!

Please bring your confirmation with you as your ticket. Thank you, and see you at Mushroom Mountain.

Full Moon Walk, Drum Circle and Potluck


Come celebrate the magic of the Full Moon with us. We will have a purging ceremony around the fire, then proceed into the forest for a silent walk. The magic is shy so we will be silent to invite non verbal communication.  Afterwards we share our experience with a potluck. Anyone wishing to bring instruments is welcome!

Mile Long Yard Sale

Come be a part of the 4th Annual Community Wide Yard Sale in West Pelzer - 8 Mile (Hwy 8 and one mile long) :)
The event was a huge success in years past and we're hoping for an even larger crowd this year. We now have more restaurants and shops in town!!

More details to come later...just wanted to go ahead and get this on your calendar!!

You better lose yourself
In the yard sales;
The moment you see something you want
You better pick it
up and never let it go.

World of Energy 50th Anniversary Celebration


The World of Energy opened its doors to the public on July 1, 1969, and it celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2019. Join the World of Energy for an anniversary celebration on Thursday, June 27! The World of Energy will host BINGO and trivia from 2-4 p.m., followed by a live performance of “Those Guys” entertainers from 5-7 p.m. Be sure to take time to paint the World of Energy’s community art bulb, designed by volunteers from the Blue Ridge Arts Council. The art bulb will be available to paint June 24-28, in the World of Energy lobby. Giveaways and more will be provided. All events are free and open to the public. We’d love to see you there!