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Jazz on the Square featuring Stratton Mountain Boys (Special Oktoberfest Edition of JOTS!)
October 21stMorgan Square
http://www.cityofspartanburg.org/
Known throughout the United States as some of the finest ethnic performers of Germanic music and Octoberfest entertainment are the Stratton Mountain Boys. This fine group was formed at Stratton Mountain, Vermont where the band members are also ski instructors in the wintertime. Stefan Schernthaner is the business manager, booking agent and bandleader. Stefan joined the group in 1970 and has been bandleader since 1975. Stefan is originally from Maria Alm in Austria. He plays Trumpet, Trombone, Alphorn, Bells and Singing Saw. In the 30 years of Stratton Mountain Boys history there have been approximately 40 Austrian Musicians participating in the legend of the Stratton Mountain Boys. The existing members are pleased to keep the tradition alive. They continuously offer excellent entertainment throughout the USA every summer. In five months they drive over 40,000 miles to appear in front of thousands of people. They have been on various radio broadcasts and television shows, such as CNN Headline News, PM Magazine, Captain Kangaroo Show, Epcot Center, Milwaukee Summerfest and many more. The haunting sounds of four alphorns, the happy yodeling songs, the traditional shoe slapping dances and their lively spirited Polka music, delight their guests and bring happiness to everyone. So come join the fun…. Come see the Stratton Mountain Boys.
Spartanbark Pet Parade
October 22nd
https://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=200275213379627
What does your pet want to be for Halloween? A princess? A pumpkin? Does your pet want to be the Toto to your Dorothy costume? Come and show off your pet and costume! Registration begins at 11:30AM. Please bring canned food (particularly kitten food) to donate to the Spartanburg Humane Society. The parade will begin at noon and will walk down to Marion Avenue and back to Union. There will be prizes for best costume, most original costume, and best pet/owner costumes! Even if you don’t have a pet, come and watch the parade! Prizes will be given out at 12:45PM at the Hot Spot skate park where you can stay and have lunch at Bojangles and watch the Inline Skate Competition at 1PM.
Hub City Bookshop Events
http://www.hubcity.org
October 22nd: Please join us for a reading and signing with Rick McDaniel. An Irresistible History of Southern Food is the first book by Southern food historian, chef and author Rick McDaniel. The book examines how European, Native American and African influences, foods and cooking techniques combined to form the unique blend that is Southern cooking.
October 26th: Join Hub City Bookshop for a signing and talk with Scott Poole, author of Monsters in America: Our Historical Obsession with the Hideous and the Haunting.
Halloween Bash: The Horrors of Reality TV
October 22nd
Carolina Country Club Pavillion
WATCH OUR INTERVIEW with Jami Wood and Tony Payne http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zt35DwxLxlQ
Looking to be thrilled and horrified on Halloween? Want to party? Wish you could do both for a good cause? The Ellen Hines Smith Girls’ Home is throwing a Halloween Bash! Join the Ellen Hines Smith Girls’ Home for its first annual Halloween Bash! This year will be filled with horrors, thrills, and bad hairdos with the theme “The Horrors of Reality TV”. So fluff your hair bump, strap on some gaudy jewelry, and join us for a night fit for any B-list celebrity. Though the event will be held at the Carolina Country Club Pavilion, you’ll feel like you’ve stumbled into a scary alternate dimension where you can rock out on the dance floor with Snooky, have a drink with the Trump, or share a slice of pizza with Gordon Ramsey. At the stroke of midnight, they’ll all turn back into your closest and craziest friends! For tickets or more information, visit us at spgirlshome.com or call (864)573-9223 ext. 202
Spartanburg Philharmonic Orchestra: Masterworks II Featuring Mimi Stillman, Flute
October 22nd
Twitchell Auditorium, Converse College
Cost: Tickets range from $10 to $35
http://www.spartanburgphilharmonic.org/season.html
At age 12, Stillman was the youngest wind player ever admitted to the Curtis Institute of Music, where she studied with Julius Baker and Jeffrey Khaner and received her Bachelor of Music degree in 1999. In her role as Artistic and Executive Director of the Dolce Suono Ensemble, founded in Philadelphia in 2005, Stillman has presided over the establishment of a highly regarded and pioneering force in the music world. Dolce Suono Ensemble enriches lives through dynamic performances, innovative programming, and the commissioning and performance of important contributions to the chamber music repertoire. She is one of the most highly acclaimed flutists in the concert world today. For tickets, please call 864-596-9725.
The Showroom at HUB-BUB
http://www.hub-bub.com/
October 22nd: Snapshot Spartanburg. How do you see Spartanburg? How do 100 people see Spartanburg? Snapshot Spartanburg is a community photo project with an even playing field: each of the lucky 100 participants get a 24-exposure disposable camera to shoot in our community over a 3 week period, and all of the over 2,000 4x6 photos are displayed in the exhibit opening on October 22. *10 winners will have their photos enlarged to 11 x 17” in the overall exhibit. * Three grand prizes will be distributed in the form of Holga cameras. ** Grand prize winners will be announced at the BIG, FUN party on Oct. 22! **
October 28th: The Zombie Crawl, Raise the Dead for Dollars.
WATCH OUR INTERVIEW WITH Artist in Residence Mark Rice http://www.youtube.com/amywoodtv#p/a/u/1/9B9W03f7HBY
The Zombie Crawl: Raise the Dead for Dollars is a community zombie night and a fundraiser for the HUB-BUB Artists-in-Residence upcoming community art projects, including classes with the Boys and Girls Club of the Upstate, a Summer Art Show in winter, an Invitational Exhibit in January, and the Rungish Towers Project, a community art installation. Activities include Zombie Workshop 101, RIP (The Reanimated Individuals Parade) and the Dance Til You Die (Again) Party. The parade is free, but the workshop and dance have small costs to raise dollars for the Artists-in-Residence. Tickets are available in advance or at the door the night of the event. Join the undead as we crawl through Spartanburg and raise dollars for living art!
Jam in the Park “Thanks for Giving” benefits TOTAL Ministries
October 23rd
Duncan Park Amphitheatre
https://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=113319382110766
Join us for the last Jam in the Park of the season! An all-day event celebrating community, and music at the Duncan Park Amphitheatre. We will be collecting items for the food pantry at Total Ministries this month. They could really use the following items* on their shelves:
Peanut Butter
Ramen Noodles
Canned Goods (soup, fruit, veggies, meat)
Oatmeal
Grits
Dried Beans
Rice
*Keep in mind they give these items to individuals so 4 small jars of peanut butter are better than a single bulk quantity size peanut butter.
SPACE (Spartanburg Area Conservancy) Shuck & Stomp
October 27th
Location: Old Gym at Glendale Shoals
https://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=127257627376126
Cost: $50 per person
WATCH the interview with Tammy Stokes http://youtu.be/jVFJkJHpIl8
Come out to the old gym in Glendale for a great time with bluegrass music by the Bushy Valley Boys, oysters and low country boil, and a silent auction featuring lots of local items! Tickets are $50 per person and can be purchased by calling 864.948.0000 with your debit or credit card number, or by mailing a check payable to SPACE to 100 E. Main St., Suite 7B, Spartanburg, SC 29306. Members of our Maple Society and above ($100+) benefit from $10 of ticket pricing, and it’s never too late to join! Learn about membership here: http://www.spartanburgconservation.org/membership.htm All proceeds will benefit SPACE that works to protect and preserve green space in the Spartanburg Community. We hope to see you there!
Habitat for Humanity Women Build Celebration
October 27th
Cleveland Park Events Center in Spartanburg
http://habitatspartanburg.org/
Please join Habitat for Humanity for a celebration and thank you to all the sponsors and volunteers who have made this home a success! Take a look at the blog post of the ribbon cutting and first work crew: http://www.carolinascw.com/index.php/theribbit/article/building_a_dream_for_taffy/
Spartanburg Art Museum: Faces from Africa II
Opens October 11th
http://www.chapmanculturalcenter.org/calendar.php
Following up on the success of last year’s exhibit from the Mendes Collection, this exhibit focuses on objects, reliquary figures and statues from Western and Central Africa.
Spartanburg Ghost Tours
October 1 - 31
Trolley departs from Magnolia Train Depot
http://www.mainstreettrolley.com/Tours.html
For tickets and reservations, contact us at 864-574-9876 or e-mail mainstreettrolley@hotmail.com. Check out video of past tours on Main Street Trolley’s YouTube channel: http://youtu.be/SQWpYvEP-TE
Artists’ Guild: Art Grab Exhibit and Fundraiser
Continues through October 29th
http://www.chapmanculturalcenter.org/calendar.php
Preview 50 pieces of donated art work by our members that will be given to ticket holders at our Art Grab Bag Fundraiser! For more information about our Art Grab Bag Fundraiser, please check the Chapman Cultural Center under events, or visit our website at www.artistsguildofspartanburg.com
Hub City Farmers Market
Saturday Market through November 12th at Magnolia Train Depot in Spartanburg
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Hub-City-Farmers-Market/91857690874
SLAM! - Saturday Local Art Market
Saturdays June 11th - October 29th West End, Greenville
http://www.facebook.com/slamsaturdaylocalartmarket
The Saturday Local Art Market will feature extraordinary handmade local art. Styles include Painting, Photography, Ceramics, Glass, Jewelry, Wood, and Printmaking, plus Handmade Clothing, Furniture and other delights such as children’s arts activities.
Spartanburg County Historical Association: First Peoples of the Backcountry Exhibit
Continues through November 12th
Chapman Cultural Center
http://spartanburghistory.org/index.php
The Spartanburg Regional History Museum hosts an extended exhibit of regional Native American history at the Chapman Cultural Center Sept. 1-Nov. 12, entitled “First People of the Backcountry.” This locally-developed exhibit shares the untold stories of cultures that had significant impact on the current lives of Spartanburg citizens - from the old Native American trails and their hunting grounds to the development of the City of Spartanburg. Native American artifacts including pottery, baskets, skins, tools and weapons will be on display with the history of the tribes that traveled through Spartanburg and other tribes of the wider region. Free admission but donations are accepted.
CALENDARS:
Spartanburg Convention and Visitors Bureau: http://visitspartanburg.com
Spartanburg Culture calendar and blog: http://spartanburgculture.com/
Spartanburg County Public Libraries: Events, Exhibits and Programs: http://www.infodepot.org/zS1/Events.asp
Spartanburg Downtown Association Events: http://www.downtownspartanburg.org/events.php
Spartanburg Parks: http://www.spartanburgparks.org/
Converse College: http://www.converse.edu/calendar
USC Upstate: http://www.uscupstate.edu/event/
Wofford College: http://www.wofford.edu/newsroom/story.aspx?id=450521
City of Greenville: http://www.greenvillesc.gov/calendar/calendar.aspx
Fete Greenville: http://www.fetegreenville.com/
What’s the BUZZ in Cherokee County? http://www.cherokeebuzz.com/
Greenwood’s Cultural District: http://www.emeraldtriangle.sc/ArtsCouncil/default.aspx
Upcountry South Carolina: http://www.theupcountry.com/
South Carolina National Heritage Corridor includes the Mountain Lakes Region: http://www.sc-heritagecorridor.org/
Saluda, Tryon, Columbus NC calendar http://www.nc-mountains.org/events/
Asheville Event and Festival calendar: http://www.exploreasheville.com/event-calendar/index.aspx
Mountain Xpress – Asheville and Western NC: http://www.mountainx.com/
Want your event included? Email info.whatsupyall@gmail.com
Bele Chere Festival 2011 in Downtown Asheville
July 29 – 30
http://www.belecherefestival.com/
The Bele Chere Festival is an annual 3-day festival on the streets of
downtown Asheville with a wide variety of arts, music, food, beverages,
events, and children’s activities. The festival features live, original
music on 4 stages for 300,000 festivalgoers.
ReGenesis Health Care: Back to School Health Fair and Bash in Gaffney
July 30th, 10am to 2pm
http://myrhc.org/
Restoration Church at 1905 N. Limestone Street
Carolina Panthers Back to Football Party at Gibbs Stadium
July 30th
http://www.panthers.com/schedule/training-camp/practice-schedule.html
Celebrate the start of training camp at Gibbs Stadium Plaza from 4:30-6:30
p.m. and following the Panthers’ practice from 8:30-10:30 p.m.. Festivities
include music from the band Hot Sauce, performances by the TopCats and Sir
Purr, face painting, food, giveaways, and more. Admission is free.
Hub City Farmers Market: Watermelon Day on 7/30
Saturday Market thru November 12th at Magnolia Train Depot
Wednesday Market thru September 28th at Morgan Square
Check Facebook for Mobile Market updates
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Hub-City-Farmers-Market
Zumba at Your Spartanburg County Library
http://www.infodepot.org/
July 30th at Middle Tyger
Get fit with this fun, easy-to-follow, dance-inspired workout. All ages and
ability levels are welcome to attend. This program is provided free of
charge by a grant from the Mary Black Foundation.
July 31st at Spartanburg Headquarters
Party yourself into shape with this Latin-inspired, easy-to-follow,
calorie-burning, dance fitness-party. Feel the music and let loose with our
certified Zumba instructor Simone. Enjoy one of the two Zumba sessions
starting at 3:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. Classes last an hour and are limited to
the first 50 participants to arrive. We recommend that you come 20 minutes
prior to the start of each class. This program is provided free of charge by
a grant from the Mary Black Foundation.
SLAM! - Saturday Local Art Market
Saturdays June 11th - October 29th West End, Greenville
http://www.facebook.com/slamsaturdaylocalartmarket
The Saturday Local Art Market will feature extraordinary handmade local art.
Styles include Painting, Photography, Ceramics, Glass, Jewelry, Wood, and
Printmaking, plus Handmade Clothing, Furniture and other delights such as
children’s arts activities.
Hollywild Animal Park: Spartanburg County Appreciation Week
August 1– 5
http://www.hollywild.com/
Spartanburg County residents and their family members are admitted for the
group rate when showing their valid ID with address at the admissions gate.
That’s $2 off for children and $4 off for adults!
The Museum, Greenwood: “VIEWER’S CHOICE!
thru August 25th
https://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=138856616199400
Be the curator! Come see the “Viewer’s Choice” display in the front lobby,
review all the artifacts in the display collection and vote for your
favorites to help determine a future exhibit! Select from historic Edgefield
pottery, tri-centennial memorabilia, an old Index-Journal printing plate, a
preserved BRAIN, and much more!! It’s fun and it’s FREE! Museum hours
Wed-Sat, 10am-5pm. Vote by August 25!
Hub City Bookshop Events
http://www.hubcity.org <http://www.hubcity.org/>
August 2nd: WRITERS’ NIGHT OUT. For those of you who want time to talk with
other writers and, especially, quiet time devoted to writing, this evening
will do just that.
HUB-BUB Events at The Showroom
http://www.hub-bub.com/
August 2nd and August 9th: Dog Days of Summer
A family friendly film series with a focus on our canine friends, from
classics to recent movies. Each night will benefit an animal nonprofit
organization in Spartanburg. August 2nd will be
Critter Connection night. More information at HUB-BUB.COM
<http://hub-bub.com/> or by calling 582.0056.
August 4th: FILM: Taken In. Free Admission. TAKEN IN is a handmade feature
film about a man who must spend a weekend alone with his estranged teenage
daughter at a roadside resort. It is here that Simon and Brooklyn must
confront the issues that have driven them apart, and ultimately choose how
they will move forward…together or alone. TAKEN IN was filmed at South of
the Border, Dillon SC USA in the Spring of 2011. The screening will follow
with a discussion by Chris White and Madelaine Hoptry.
WWW.TAKENINTHEMOVIE.COM
Music on Main: Cadillac Black
August 4th
Main Street at Denny’s Plaza
http://www.cityofspartanburg.org/
Cadillac Black is a four piece blues/rock band from right here in
Spartanburg; playing music from the 60s, 70s and originals. Get ready for
some southern rock and gut-wrenching blues.
Greenwood Community Theatre: THE FANTASTICKS!
Opens August 4th
https://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=217403014968341
Cost: $18.00 Adults; $16.00 Seniors and Military with ID; $12.00 Students
with ID
The Greenwood Community Theatre presents its first show of the 2011-2012
season, THE FANTASTICKS!
Since its opening in May, 1960, at the Sullivan Street Playhouse in New
York, and its subsequent revival at the Snapple Theatre Center, The
Fantasticks has become the longest running production of any kind in the
history of American theatre. This wonderful musical celebrates the power of
love in all its heart-rending complexity, and features such classic tunes as
“Try To Remember,” “Much More,” and “I Can See It.” For ticket info, contact
the box office at: (864) 229-5704 or order online at
http://www.emeraldtriangle.sc/Theatre/BoxOffice.aspx
Furman University’s Music by the Lake Summer Concert Series
Every Thursday thru August 4th
http://www.furmanmusic.org <http://www.furmanmusic.org/>
A variety of musical genres will be featured including Big Band, jazz,
international, contemporary, bluegrass, marches and orchestral favorites.
Ensembles and bands performing this summer will include the Carolina Youth
Symphony, nief-norf percussion ensemble, Swing Shift Combo, Greenville
Chorale, Greenville Brass Quintet, The Andy Carlson Band, S.C. Suzuki
Institute Fiddlers and The Greenville Textile Band. The Lakeside Concert
Band will perform at five of the concerts.
FREE Chapman Cultural Center: 2011 Summer Camps & Classes
http://www.chapmanculturalcenter.org/calendar.php
The Chapman Cultural Center is offering more than 70 summer camps and
classes for children and adults in art, history, science and theatre. For
more details and to register, please call 542-ARTS.
Defenders for Children: “Blankets of Hope” Drop-In
July 28th
Greenville Hospital System - Patewood Building
http://www.defendersforchildren.org/Defenders_for_Children/Blankets_of_Hope.
html
Calling All Men, Women & Children. It’s very easy to Assemble a No-Sew
Blanket that will cover a child with LOVE. No special skills required, just
be able to cut and tie knots. Greenville County alone needs 800 Blankets per
year. Please register on the website. Donation of $10 per blanket to
participate (Money pays for the cost of the material). Bring Friends. Bring
Scissors. For more information, please call 864.787-5681 or email
Toni@DefendersforChildren.org.
Mauldin Cultural Center: Drawing for Dummies
August 6th
http://www.mauldinculturalcenter.org/programs/classes
Cost: $25 per person
Take this opportunity to learn the basics of drawing from resident artist
Wayna Guirl. Download and fill out the Registration Form and send it in, or
drop it off.
Student Art Exhibit: Private Schools
June 30-Aug. 28, Mon-Sat, 10am-5pm, Free.
http://www.chapmanculturalcenter.org/calendar.php
Each month there is a new and free student art show at the Chapman Cultural
Center. This summer see the work produced by some of the local private
schools. 542-ARTS.
CALENDARS:
Spartanburg Convention and Visitors Bureau: http://visitspartanburg.com
<http://visitspartanburg.com/>
Spartanburg Culture calendar and blog: http://spartanburgculture.com/
Spartanburg County Public Libraries: Events, Exhibits and Programs:
http://www.infodepot.org/zS1/Events.asp
Spartanburg Parks: http://www.spartanburgparks.org/
City of Greenville: http://www.greenvillesc.gov/calendar/calendar.aspx
Fete Greenville: http://www.fetegreenville.com/
What’s the BUZZ in Cherokee County? http://www.cherokeebuzz.com/
Greenwood’s Cultural District:
http://www.emeraldtriangle.sc/ArtsCouncil/default.aspx
South Carolina National Heritage Corridor includes the Mountain Lakes
Region: http://www.sc-heritagecorridor.org/
Saluda, Tryon, Columbus NC calendar http://www.nc-mountains.org/events/
Asheville Event and Festival calendar:
http://www.exploreasheville.com/event-calendar/index.aspx
Lights Camera Jackson: Reviews, News and Views from America’s #1 Kid Critic
http://lights-camera-jackson.com <http://lights-camera-jackson.com/> “
Lights Camera Jackson” began his movie critic career at age 7 ½. He is a
contributing critic on “The Early Show.” Fans can also follow “LCJ” on
Twitter (@LCJReviews), Facebook and YouTube.
Want your event included? Email info.whatsupyall@gmail.com
Habitat for Humanity of Spartanburg Women Build Saturday
http://habitatspartanburg.org/
Twitter and Facebook friends JOIN ME! I am encouraging all our LIVE CHATTERS on Facebook and #Inside7 Twitter buddies to come hang out and find out how you can help! Can’t wait to spend some time with you!
Here’s our Facebook event. We need YOU!
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=120976387986844
Saturday Habitat kicks off construction on the house, to be built at 205 Amelia Street – just behind Cleveland Park in Spartanburg.
Sign up to be a volunteer on their website. The sooner you sign up, the better your chance of getting the days you want and it will help them plan for construction.
They will be working on Tuesdays, Friday mornings and on Saturdays. They need a minimum of ten women per slot.
Carriage rides in Landrum July 8th 6-8pm – every 2nd Friday
Foothills Amish Furniture Store
http://www.tryondailybulletin.com/2011/05/04/landrum-carriage-rides/
Come have dinner, carriage ride and enjoy Landrum!
Friday Campfire at Price House
July 8th – 2nd Fridays through September
http://www.walnutgrove@spartanburghistory.org
Cost: $5 Ages 18+; $3 Ages 6-17
At each campfire, a speaker will present a 20- to 30-minute talk on some aspect of the region’s history that will interest adults and children alike.
In June, Dennis Chastain of SC Wildlife magazine will discuss the Cherokee Path and what is known about old Native American paths and roads in Spartanburg County.
Gates will open at 7:30 p.m. so visitors may tour the historic buildings and grounds of each site as well as have a s’more or two.
The campfire program will begin at 8:30 p.m. Call 864-576-6546 for more information.
Rock and Read Concert Series: Montana Skies
July 9th
Spartanburg County Headquarters Library
Don’t miss this cello and guitar fusion duo. It’s been called everything from chamber rock to psychedelic strings. Whatever you want to call it, rest assured, this ain’t your grannies chamber music. CDs will be available after the program for purchase and autographing.
This event is free and open to the public.
Spartan Photo Sponsors High School Photography
Through July 11, Mon-Sat, 10am-5pm, Free.
https://www.facebook.com/spartanphotocenter?ref=ts
Spartan Photo Center is sponsoring its first high school photography contest with the entries now on display at the Chapman Cultural Center.
There are more than 60 photographs from students throughout Upstate South Carolina in the exhibit. The public is encouraged to see the exhibit and to vote for their favorite photos.
The winner will be awarded a Diana Film Camera and many other great prizes from the sponsors, including Spartan Photo Center, Zaxby’s, Jostens, The Coffee Bar, and Converse Deli.
The exhibit is on the second floor of the West Wing Building and is open for free public viewing Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. -5 p.m.
The deadline to vote is July 11 at 5 p.m. Spartan Photo Center will also host two more photography contests this year for different age groups and levels of experience.
The top three winning photos from each of the contests will be published in a calendar available for purchase. The proceeds from the sales will be given to The Haven, a shelter for the homeless in Spartanburg.
For more information, please call 583-6835
John Byrum Photo Exhibit
July 1 – 28 Chapman Cultural Center: Artists’ Guild
http://www.artistsguildofspartanburg.com/Photojournalist
John Byrum will exhibit his work at the Artists’ Guild of Spartanburg’s gallery at the Chapman Cultural Center during July 2011.
He opens his free exhibit on July 1 with a public reception, 6-9 p.m. The exhibit will be open for public viewing Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. until the end of the month.
Byrum is a self-taught photographer and native of Spartanburg. He has worked professionally as a photographer for 15 years, 11 of which have been with Spartanburg’s daily newspaper, the Herald-Journal.
Aside from his photojournalism, he has exhibited twice before in Spartanburg in connection with the monthly ArtWalk program.
SLAM! – Saturday Local Art Market
Saturdays June 11th - October 29th West End, Greenville
http://www.facebook.com/slamsaturdaylocalartmarket
The Saturday Local Art Market will feature extraordinary handmade local art.
Styles include Painting, Photography, Ceramics, Glass, Jewelry, Wood, and Printmaking, plus Handmade Clothing, Furniture and other delights such as children’s arts activities.
Hub City Bookshop Events
http://www.hubcity.org
July 12th: Jamie Cannon Book Signing.
Jamie is a Spartanburg native and Dorman High School graduate. In 2006, Cannon hiked the entire Appalachian Trail, which he writes about in his book, In Walking Distance.
The book follows his story from the humble beginnings of not knowing the slightest bit about backpacking to becoming an accomplished hiker.
Cannon currently lives in Fort Mills, SC, with his wife Katie, and he works for the Federal Aviation Administration at the Charlotte airport.
Lighting for Photographs with Carroll Foster
July 12th
Spartanburg County Headquarters Library: Hoechst-Celanese Classroom
In conjunction with the exhibit now on display in the AT&T Exhibition Hall, Carroll Foster will present a program on lighting for photographs.
Whether you are a novice photographer or a seasoned veteran, you’ll learn practical tips on how to make your subjects more visible with these lighting techniques. After the program, stop by to see the photos on display.
The exhibition, “Lasting Light: 125 Years of Grand Canyon Photography” is created by the Grand Canyon Association and organized for travel by the Smithsonian Traveling Exhibition Service (SITES).
Music on Main: Michael Blythe’s Backstabbers
July 14th
Main Street at Denny’s Plaza
http://www.cityofspartanburg.org/
Debuting in 2007, The Backstabbers have over 50 years of combined playing experience. Based out of Spartanburg, Greenville, and Simpsonville, the band has become a recognized live band in the upstate.
Showman personality, irrepressible enthusiasm and raw talent help make the band a visual as well as an audible experience.
Furman University’s Music by the Lake Summer Concert Series
Every Thursday thru August 4th
A variety of musical genres will be featured including Big Band, jazz, international, contemporary, bluegrass, marches and orchestral favorites.
Ensembles and bands performing this summer will include the Carolina Youth Symphony, nief-norf percussion ensemble, Swing Shift Combo, Greenville Chorale, Greenville Brass Quintet, The Andy Carlson Band, S.C. Suzuki Institute Fiddlers and The Greenville Textile Band.
The Lakeside Concert Band will perform at five of the concerts.
FREE Chapman Cultural Center: 2011 Summer Camps & Classes
http://www.chapmanculturalcenter.org/calendar.php
The Chapman Cultural Center is offering more than 70 summer camps and classes for children and adults in art, history, science and theatre. For more details and to register, please call 542-ARTS.
Student Art Exhibit: Private Schools
June 30-Aug. 28, Mon-Sat, 10am-5pm, Free.
http://www.chapmanculturalcenter.org/calendar.php
Each month there is a new and free student art show at the Chapman Cultural Center. This summer see the work produced by some of the local private schools. 542-ARTS.
Spartanburg Art Museum: Contemporary Conversations: Part II
Art Exhibit on Loan from the SC Arts Commission
Chapman Cultural Center: SAM
May 17-July 23
http://spartanburgartmuseum.org/index2.htm
The SC Arts Commission has one of the most extensive state-level art collections in the nation. This exhibit focuses on South Carolina artists and their art since the mid-1980s.
It is a wide and diverse collection of 2- and 3-D pieces, showing the depth of talent found in the Palmetto State.
Cost: Members: Free; Adults: $4; Seniors: $3; College Students: $2.50; ages 6-18: $2; under 6: free
Spartanburg County Historical Association: History Museum Jubilee Exhibit
Continues thru July
Regional History Museum, Chapman Cultural Center
http://www.spartanburghistory.org/
The Spartanburg Regional History Museum Celebrates Its 50th Birthday!!! This exhibit celebrates 50 years of preserving and presenting Spartanburg County’s history.
This temporary exhibit features artifacts contributed to the Museum 50 years ago for its opening in May 1961.
Some of these early contributions are also in our permanent exhibit and are highlighted throughout the Museum.
Cost: $4 Adults, $3 Srs & Vets, $2 Kids
Greenville County Museum of Art: Sundays at 2
There’s something for everyone as the Greenville County Museum of Art offers a range of special events and programs on Sunday afternoons at 2:00.
The schedule includes gallery talks, lectures, music, and demonstrations. Many are designed especially for families with small children.
http://www.greenvillemuseum.org/sundays.html
CALENDARS:
Check out the NEW Spartanburg Culture calendar! http://spartanburgculture.com/Spartanburg
Spartanburg County Public Libraries: Events, Exhibits and Programs: http://www.infodepot.org/zS1/Events.aspSpartanburg
Spartanburg County Parks: http://www.spartanburgparks.org/
City of Greenville: http://www.greenvillesc.gov/calendar/calendar.aspx
Fete Greenville July issue: http://www.fetegreenville.com/
What’s the BUZZ in Cherokee County? http://www.cherokeebuzz.com/
Greenwood’s Cultural District: http://www.emeraldtriangle.sc/ArtsCouncil/default.aspx
South Carolina National Heritage Corridor includes the Mountain Lakes Region: http://www.sc-heritagecorridor.org/
Saluda, Tryon, Columbus NC calendar http://www.nc-mountains.org/events/
Asheville Event and Festival calendar: http://www.exploreasheville.com/event-calendar/index.aspx
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