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Sunday, October 12, 2025
“The Generational Advantage” Signing and Author Meet & Greet
Oct 12 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Barnes & Noble at Greenridge

Internationally recognized speaker and workforce strategist Kamber Parker Bowden’s debut book, “The Generational Advantage,” delivers practical tips for developing strong, multigenerational teams.

Parker Bowden will be visiting Barnes & Noble at Greenridge from 1 to 3 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 12 for a signing and author meet and greet. She will also be discussing her business insights and sharing details about her book.

This book is built on more than 10,000 interviews and over 50,000 hours of research, translating real-world insights into practical action items for business leaders. “The Generational Advantage” covers how to attract and retain top talent in a shifting labor market, bridge communication gaps across generational and technological divides, and turn workplace friction into collaboration and measurable business growth.

Chess Tournament
Oct 12 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
The Kava Konnection

20 minute chess games. enter the tournament for a chance to win a prize!

Thursday, October 16, 2025
In Conversation with Garrett Ashley
Oct 16 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
J Hudson Booksellers

Join us at M. Judson for a free In Conversation event with poet Garrett Ashley for his new book, A Field Guide of North American Trees!

Saturday, October 18, 2025
Pop-Up Author Kathryn Roundtree
Oct 18 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
J Hudson Booksellers

Stop by M. Judson for a free pop up with local author Kathryn Rountree and her new children’s book, Fudgie’s Afraid of the Dark!

ABOUT THE BOOK:

In Fudgie’s Afraid of the Dark, young Fudgie is left home with quirky Mrs. Shivers and her grumpy cat. Fudgie’s fear of the dark turns into a magical journey when she meets Salem, a theatrical black cat. Together they attend a magical talent show with a cast of unique characters. When thieves threaten the show, it’s up to Fudgie and Salem to save the day, transforming Fudgie’s fear into a thrilling adventure.

Spartanburg Community College Fall Festival 2025
Oct 18 @ 4:00 pm
Spartanburg Community College Giles Campus

107 Community College Drive, Spartanburg, SC 29303
Trick-or-Treat Trail. Games. Program Highlights and hands-on activities. Food truck, vendors, free balloon twisting and face paintin, inflatables, live DJ, and so much more! Don’t miss SCC’s Fall Festival! Mark your calendars for October 18, 2025!

To learn more information about our upcoming festival, visit myscc.info/fallfest.

Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Adult Creativity Night
Oct 21 @ 6:00 pm
The Kava Konnection

Join us for coloring, perler beads, bracelet and necklace making, and legos!

Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Books Over Drinks with Chris Whitaker
Oct 22 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
J Hudson Booksellers

An epic, soaring coming-of-age story, All the Colors of the Dark shows the cost of keeping things hidden, how love can grow stronger over the years, about what lurks in the shadows of obsession and the blinding light of hope. If you love Jodi Picoult and Kristin Hannah, you do not want to miss Books Over Drinks with Chris Whitaker!

Thursday, October 23, 2025
In Conversation with Omkari Williams
Oct 23 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
J Hudson Booksellers

Join us for a free In Conversation event with author and activist Omkari Williams to discuss her new book, Micro Activism: How You Can Make a Difference in the World (Without A Bullhorn)!

Friday, October 24, 2025
Gaming Night
Oct 24 @ 8:00 pm – Oct 25 @ 1:00 am
The Kava Konnection

Join us for a night of video games and computer games!

Saturday, October 25, 2025
Pop-Up Author Kimalee Finelli
Oct 25 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
J Hudson Booksellers

Stop by M. Judson for a free pop up with local author Kimalee Finelli and her new book, Under Authority!

ABOUT THE BOOK:

A powerful Reverend with a hidden agenda. A blind and fearful congregation. In this unusual account of Kate Elliot’s experience as a victim of a manipulative church leader, Kate arrives home in Twin River’s Junction after a long absence. As phantoms from long ago emerge, she must return to the place where it all began. Will Kate be able to face her tormented past and find the answers she’s looking for along with the courage to forgive?

Pumpkin Carving
Oct 25 @ 4:00 pm
The Kava Konnection

Bring your own pumpkin and we will have carving tools available!

Vibrations & Vibes: A Henna Sound Bath
Oct 25 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Greenville Yoga

This is a one-hour immersive ceremony where sound and skin art unfold in real time.

As Callie Adams plays crystal singing bowls live, the space is filled with vibration and intention. Henna artist Art Nehart tunes into the energy, creating intuitive designs flowing like vines across the skin.

You may choose to receive henna or simply rest in the sonic field.
All participants are held in a space of beauty, breath, and belonging.

To preserve the intimacy of this offering, advance registration is required.
Henna adornment is limited and walk-ins are not available.

Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Bingo Night
Oct 28 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The Kava Konnection

Join us for Bingo night!

Wednesday, October 29, 2025
Books Over Drinks with A.T. Qureshi
Oct 29 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
J Hudson Booksellers

A cozy romantic fantasy novel for fans of Legends and Lattes and Assistant to the Villain, with friends-to-lovers, small-town setting and baby dragons. This friendship is going up in flames, and you do not want to miss Books Over Drinks with A.T. Qureshi for Baby Dragon Bakery! She will be in conversation with fellow author Beth Revis.

Friday, October 31, 2025
Kava Halloween Party
Oct 31 @ 6:00 pm – Nov 1 @ 12:00 am
The Kava Konnection

Dress in costume for the annual costume contest! Join us for games, activities, snacks, and Halloween fun!

Saturday, November 8, 2025
Brick Fan Event- A LEGO Fan Experience
Nov 8 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Greenville Convention Center

Join us at the Greenville Convention Center for Brick Fan Event- a LEGO Fan Experience on November 8-9, 2025. Do you love LEGO®? Brick Fan Event has it all. Come see amazing LEGO® creations, large LEGO® displays, fan creations, games, contests, STEM zones, speakers, and more at the expo. Come join us and other LEGO® fans at Brick Fan Event – A LEGO® fan experience. Two days filled with everything LEGO®.

Show Hours:

Saturday, November 8th 10AM – 5PM

Sunday, November 9th 10AM – 4PM

Sunday, November 9, 2025
Brick Fan Event- A LEGO Fan Experience
Nov 9 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Greenville Convention Center

Join us at the Greenville Convention Center for Brick Fan Event- a LEGO Fan Experience on November 8-9, 2025. Do you love LEGO®? Brick Fan Event has it all. Come see amazing LEGO® creations, large LEGO® displays, fan creations, games, contests, STEM zones, speakers, and more at the expo. Come join us and other LEGO® fans at Brick Fan Event – A LEGO® fan experience. Two days filled with everything LEGO®.

Show Hours:

Saturday, November 8th 10AM – 5PM

Sunday, November 9th 10AM – 4PM

Sit Down Supper with Kardea Brown
Nov 9 @ 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
J Hudson Booksellers

Kardea Brown, the breakout star of Food Network’s hit show Delicious Miss Brown, celebrates the Gullah/Geechee culinary traditions of her family in this spectacular cookbook, Make Do With What You Have, featuring 125 original mouthwatering recipes and gorgeous four-color photos. To celebrate this new cookbook, M. Judson is throwing a dinner party like no other. Your ticket includes entrance to the event, a copy of the book, and a four course meal with wine pairings.

Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Ernest Hemingway Talk led by Deno Trakas
Dec 2 @ 7:00 pm
Hughes Main Library

Free admission. This event is a discussion, not an in-character performance. Hughes Main Library and online.

Ernest Hemingway – Novelist, journalist and short story writer,
Hemingway revolutionized all three literary forms, earning him
the 1954 Nobel Prize in Literature. His life was as rebellious and
noteworthy as his writings.

Ernest Hemingway Talk led by Deno Trakas
Dec 2 @ 7:00 pm
Hughes Main Library

Free admission. This event is a discussion, not an in-character performance. Hughes Main Library and online.

Ernest Hemingway – Novelist, journalist and short story writer,
Hemingway revolutionized all three literary forms, earning him
the 1954 Nobel Prize in Literature. His life was as rebellious and
noteworthy as his writings.