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Thursday, July 15, 2021
2021 Annual Juried Exhibition Calling Visual Artists
Jul 15 all-day
Online w/ Artists Collective | Spartanburg

The prospectus for our 2021 Annual Juried Exhibition is now available for download.
Call for Sculpture Artists – 35th Annual Sculpture Celebration
Jul 15 all-day
Broyhill Walking Park

The Caldwell Arts Council announces its 35th Annual Sculpture Celebration in Lenoir, NC on Saturday September 11, 2021 at the Broyhill Walking Park in Lenoir, North Carolina.

 

Sculptors are invited to bring up to 3 sculptures for this one-day event to compete for $11,000 in cash awards, along with potential sales and commissions. Registration includes free camping, a Friday Night Sculptors’ Dinner, breakfast, and a meal voucher for the day of the event.

 

This annual family-friendly event attracts sculptors and buyers from the eastern United States to Lenoir, North Carolina and in past years, has attracted over 4,000 people. It is funded in part by generous sponsors and by the North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.

City of Spartanburg SURVEY on Morgan Square dining area
Jul 15 all-day
Online
City of Spartanburg seeking feedback on Morgan Square dining area
Whether you live, work or play in Downtown Spartanburg, the City of Spartanburg, SC wants your feedback on the expanded dining area along Morgan Square.
Harry Potter Summer Reading Challenge
Jul 15 all-day
Online w/ Fiction Addiction

Looking for a fun summer activity this summer? Fiction Addiction will be hosting a Harry Potter Summer Reading Challenge throughout the month of July, and we want YOU to join us for the chance to win a $50 gift card to Fiction Addiction, along with some other fun surprises – including ARCS!
Take a photo/video of each completed task, and share it to your Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram, tagging us and using the hashtag #HarryPotterSummerFA to enter from July 1-31. If you are not on social media, feel free to email your entries to [email protected]. Photos/videos MUST include the entrant. Each completed task earns you an entry into our grand prize drawing for a $50 Fiction Addiction gift card, which will take place at the end of the day on the 31st. The more entries, the better your chances of winning!
RULES:
– Contestants must enter using the form that will be shared here the last week of June
– Entry must include #HarryPotterSummerFA
– Entry photo or video must include entrant.
– Entries must be posted before noon on July 31st.
Don’t miss your chance to win!
Make a Difference in a Pet’s Life
Jul 15 all-day
Greenville Humane Society

By joining the Greenville Humane Society Volunteer Program, you will become a part of a large community of people who genuinely care about finding homes for animals in the Greenville Community. Our volunteers are hardworking, dedicated, passionate, kind, and not afraid to get their hands dirty!

We offer various volunteer opportunities to fit all different skillsets. From greeting, to dog walking, to helping keep kennels clean for the sake of our animals’ health.

Nantahala River Rafting Fully Guided
Jul 15 all-day
Nantahala Outdoor Center

guests rafting on the Nantahala River Raft & Duck Rentals in North Carolina trip

A guided whitewater rafting trip is one of the best ways to experience the Nantahala Gorge. The crystal-clear Nantahala River is the perfect family-friendly river where experienced river guides will help you navigate through splashy Class II-III rapids and bouncy waves, with occasional calmer waters where you can enjoy the spectacular mountain scenery. The fully guided rafting trip the most popular adventure at NOC, with thousands of families returning year after year.

Spartanburg County Public Libraries Booklovers Podcasts
Jul 15 all-day
Online

About Booklovers

Booklovers is the longstanding book club at SCPL’s downtown location. The book club has been meeting since at least 2003, and at least one of the regulars is a charter member. When meeting in person, the group meets on the fourth Monday of every month, and when meeting virtually, we meet on the first Tuesday. Booklovers discusses everything from classics like The Sun Also Rises and Emma to science fiction and graphic novels.

About the Podcast

Jess and Joseph started the Booklovers podcast in June 2020 to discuss books that were originally selected for in person book club meetings, as well as to discuss additional titles that intrigue the hosts. Carmanita officially joined the podcast starting with our sixth episode. While we often discuss book pairs, we sometimes discuss groups of titles, individual books, and film & television.

Staying on Top Blog
Jul 15 all-day
Online
Ten at the Top
Through TATT’s Staying on Top Blog, leaders from across the Upstate provide insights into key Upstate issues.
Below are the most recent Staying on Top posts:
Outdoor Water Attractions Across the Upstate – by Patrick Flagler – Click Here to Read
Water Parks & Splash Pads Across the Upstate – by Rachel Page – Click Here to Read
Beyond Housing SC – Click Here to Read
The Phoenix Center – Click Here to Read
Wings of the City Art Exhibit
Jul 15 all-day
Falls Park and on the Peace Center
WINGS OF THE CITY
Local news has shared several recent stories about a petition to remove the Wings of the City exhibit. Art can create many different reactions and emotions in viewers, and Hispanic Alliance respects the right to both share these impressions and to be civically active in the community.
We also want to reassure the community that the vast majority of responses to this exhibit have been overwhelmingly positive. Many are full of pride to have a world-renowned artist, and the accompanying tourism, brought to our home. Please read a joint statement from the City of Greenville and Hispanic Alliance regarding the City’s support for Wings of the City, as well as the real intentions behind welcoming this art.
On a personal note, Hispanic Alliance has been deeply touched by the supportive messages and generous donations of those seeking to preserve this art for everyone. We encourage you to see these impressive sculptures in-person! Please visit WingsofGVL.com to learn more, and don’t forget to use the hashtags #WingsofGVL, #AlasdeGVL, and #WingsoftheCity.
Friday, July 16, 2021
2021 Annual Juried Exhibition Calling Visual Artists
Jul 16 all-day
Online w/ Artists Collective | Spartanburg

The prospectus for our 2021 Annual Juried Exhibition is now available for download.
2021 Best of Blue Ridge: VOTE for Flat Rock Playhouse
Jul 16 all-day
Online
White text on blue background: Vote Now! Honor your favorite businesses by voting for them to be the Best of the Best. Vote for a Chance to win $250. Best of Blue Ridge 2021; the Official Community Choice Awards, BlueRidgeNow.com Times News Online

Flat Rock Playhouse is proud to be nominated in the 2021 Best of Blue Ridge from Hendersonville Times-News!

FRP was nominated in the Seasonal Attraction Category. You can vote once per day until Friday, July 23, 2021 at 11:59 PM EST.

Those who vote in more than 25 categories will be automatically entered for a chance to win a $250 Gift Card from the Hendersonville Times-News!

 

2021 Brevard Music Center Raffle
Jul 16 all-day
Online

Official 2021 Raffle RulesAudi

PROCEEDS

This raffle is a fundraising event, and all net proceeds benefit the Brevard Music Center (BMC). Brevard Music Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. EIN# 56-0729350

DRAWING

The drawing will take place on Monday, November 15, 2021 at 3:00pm EDT. All mail, phone, and internet orders must be received by 11:59pm EDT on Sunday, November 14, 2021.

TICKETS

The cost to purchase a single entry (“Ticket”) for the Raffle is $125 (U.S. Funds only) and is not tax deductible.

Call for Sculpture Artists – 35th Annual Sculpture Celebration
Jul 16 all-day
Broyhill Walking Park

The Caldwell Arts Council announces its 35th Annual Sculpture Celebration in Lenoir, NC on Saturday September 11, 2021 at the Broyhill Walking Park in Lenoir, North Carolina.

 

Sculptors are invited to bring up to 3 sculptures for this one-day event to compete for $11,000 in cash awards, along with potential sales and commissions. Registration includes free camping, a Friday Night Sculptors’ Dinner, breakfast, and a meal voucher for the day of the event.

 

This annual family-friendly event attracts sculptors and buyers from the eastern United States to Lenoir, North Carolina and in past years, has attracted over 4,000 people. It is funded in part by generous sponsors and by the North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.

City of Spartanburg SURVEY on Morgan Square dining area
Jul 16 all-day
Online
City of Spartanburg seeking feedback on Morgan Square dining area
Whether you live, work or play in Downtown Spartanburg, the City of Spartanburg, SC wants your feedback on the expanded dining area along Morgan Square.
Girls Write Camp! Poetry Performance
Jul 16 all-day
Online

Girls Write Camp is an arts based writing focused camp hosted by the #whatshesaidproject that combines professional level instruction and small group / personal attention to bolster the confidence, courage, creativity, and collaboration skills of rising 6th-9th grade girls and gender expansive youth. Camps are taught by professionals in the art form, as well as seasoned educators.

The week will culminate in a showcase that, with permission of the parents/guardians, will be recorded and then sent out after the camp has ended.

Thanks to a fundraiser through Midlands Gives, a limited number of scholarships covering the $175 are available to support Midlands area girls and gender expansive youth participation in the camp.

If you are in need of a scholarship and are not in the Midlands area, they will work with your camper to find a way to get them there!

Most importantly, to make sure the camp is a good fit for the camper, please follow up your application with a video from the camper stating why they would like to attend GWC.

For more information and application click here.

Harry Potter Summer Reading Challenge
Jul 16 all-day
Online w/ Fiction Addiction

Looking for a fun summer activity this summer? Fiction Addiction will be hosting a Harry Potter Summer Reading Challenge throughout the month of July, and we want YOU to join us for the chance to win a $50 gift card to Fiction Addiction, along with some other fun surprises – including ARCS!
Take a photo/video of each completed task, and share it to your Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram, tagging us and using the hashtag #HarryPotterSummerFA to enter from July 1-31. If you are not on social media, feel free to email your entries to [email protected]. Photos/videos MUST include the entrant. Each completed task earns you an entry into our grand prize drawing for a $50 Fiction Addiction gift card, which will take place at the end of the day on the 31st. The more entries, the better your chances of winning!
RULES:
– Contestants must enter using the form that will be shared here the last week of June
– Entry must include #HarryPotterSummerFA
– Entry photo or video must include entrant.
– Entries must be posted before noon on July 31st.
Don’t miss your chance to win!
Make a Difference in a Pet’s Life
Jul 16 all-day
Greenville Humane Society

By joining the Greenville Humane Society Volunteer Program, you will become a part of a large community of people who genuinely care about finding homes for animals in the Greenville Community. Our volunteers are hardworking, dedicated, passionate, kind, and not afraid to get their hands dirty!

We offer various volunteer opportunities to fit all different skillsets. From greeting, to dog walking, to helping keep kennels clean for the sake of our animals’ health.

Nantahala River Rafting Fully Guided
Jul 16 all-day
Nantahala Outdoor Center

guests rafting on the Nantahala River Raft & Duck Rentals in North Carolina trip

A guided whitewater rafting trip is one of the best ways to experience the Nantahala Gorge. The crystal-clear Nantahala River is the perfect family-friendly river where experienced river guides will help you navigate through splashy Class II-III rapids and bouncy waves, with occasional calmer waters where you can enjoy the spectacular mountain scenery. The fully guided rafting trip the most popular adventure at NOC, with thousands of families returning year after year.

Peace Broadway! On sale Now!
Jul 16 all-day
Peace Center

Guarantee Your Seats for All 9 Shows!

Premium Seating

Peacekeepers may purchase up to TWO Premium subscriptions per $250 donation. Box seating is available with annual gifts starting at $1,500 for upper boxes and $2,500 for lower boxes. Gifts must be renewed annually to retain season tickets in this section. Please note, due to demand, this seating area is limited.

Patron Accessibility

The Peace Center offers a variety of accessibility services including assistive listening, ASL interpreted performances (Saturday matinees), audio described performances, wheelchair accessible seating, and transfer chairs. For the best experience, please discuss your specific need with a Customer Service Representative. Some services require advance notice.

Private Caboose Party
Jul 16 all-day
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad

Ride in style on the historic Great Smoky Mountains Railroad aboard your very own restored Caboose. These are great for family reunions, birthday parties, private meetings, corporate field trips or just any time!

Our cabooses accommodate up to 15 people with seating on the main level and in the cupola. (And, remember, babies are people, too!) The cabooses feature heat, private bathrooms, windows that can be opened, and open air vestibules at each end for unobstructed views. Advanced reservations are required and availability of caboose rentals are limited.

A platter of cheese and crackers, and an assortment of 15 bottled Coca-Cola products are included. Plus, the caboose is the only place where you can bring your own food and drink (please, no alcohol) in picnic baskets or coolers.

You can charter the caboose on:

Best value for small groups and private parties up to 15 passengers. Available by phone only. Book now by calling 800-872-4681.