Two days of educational programs, trade show featuring over 40 vendors and the annual meeting of the NC Tomato Growers Association

This is the largest commercial vegetable grower event in the region with a high quality educational program put together by vegetable extension specialist/agents at NC State University. We hope that you take advantage of this opportunity to learn about current issues associated with vegetables and take time with the representatives from agricultural companies and other businesses that support our industry during our 2-day trade show.

• New education track for small farms/direct market growers/organic production
• A sponsored lunch and awards program will be included at noon on Thursday.
• Pesticide credits will be available for attendees. (X,O, D, N)
• NC Private Applicator Recertification Class (V)
• Fumigation Recertification Class (Z)
• There will be a trade show again this year with a large number of sponsors and exhibitors setting up their displays for attendees to visit. Interested vendors should register early.
  

  SPONSORS/EXHIBITORS

  We welcome sponsors for our event. Sponsorships give you the opportunity to showcase your business and allow us to make this a special conference for attendees. Sponsorships also support scholarships. Details are included on the sponsorship ticket descriptions in the “get tickets” link above. If you need to be invoiced and send a check, please contact Ellen Moss at [email protected].

  SCHOLARSHIP DONATIONS

  This year we will be holding a 50/50 raffle and a silent auction to support our scholarship fund. Raffle prices are $10/each or 12 for $100. During the conference see the Registration Desk to purchase your raffle tickets or for more information. Drawing will occur at the Tomato Growers Association Luncheon on Thursday. You Must Be Present to Win! If you are not interested in purchasing a raffle ticket or bidding on the silent auction, but would still like to support the scholarship fund, donations are greatly appreciated! Your generosity ensures that NCTGA continues to support future generations of farmers with an endowment fund used to offer merit/need-based scholarships. You can make a donation through this Eventbrite page via the donations ticket button. Details are included in the “get tickets” link above. If you need to be invoiced and send a check, or need a receipt for a tax deduction please contact Ellen Moss at [email protected].

Join us for Membership 101 to learn about the benefits, services, and resources that are a part of your OneSpartanburg, Inc. membership.

New members are encouraged to attend Membership 101 after joining the OneSpartanburg, Inc., but this is also a great refresher course for existing members who want to maximize their benefits.

During Membership 101, members will:

• Meet other new members and OneSpartanburg, Inc. staff
• Learn more about the benefits of their membership
• Learn how to utilize the website to update member information, post events, and register for OneSpartanburg, Inc. events

MEET MULTI-INSTRUMENTALIST, STEVEN GALLOWAY!

This Greenwood, SC based, smooth jazz saxophonist has an impeccable degree — specifically a music degree from Lander University where he studied under Columbia jazz mainstay Robert A. Gardiner, whom he’ll still sit in with on occasion when passing through Columbia. For his music performance degree, Galloway said Gardiner would have him transcribe solos from the likes of Miles Davis and other jazz greats. However, Steven enjoys listening to a variety of music, from Grover Washington Jr., to Stevie Wonder and even Drake. Among his musical influences are, Charlie Parker, Hank Mobley, Thelonious Monk, Roberta Flack, Jim Snidero, Jerry Bergonzi, to name a few.

In addition to being a gifted saxophonist, Steven Galloway is also a jazz and classically trained pianist, so his supple licks are intricately constructed without being out there, and he drops in familiar covers of everyone from Michael Jackson to Patti LaBelle at his sold out shows. 

The soft-spoken Galloway considers himself to be an introvert, but he enjoys performing and exudes an amazing energy and a soul clenching performance that is unmatched. Stay tuned for more from Steven Galloway.

View Full Steven Galloway Bio >>

http://www.stevengalloway.net/

Some of the best times we have at M. Judson come from our collaborations with Mission Grape and Camilla Kitchen, where we let the food and wine do the storytelling. One afternoon amongst the bottles, Chef Teryi got to talking about her not-so-distant tradition of Runaway Fridays, where a person might sneak off for a midday margarita and be all the better for it. And we figured we can do better than that.

So join us for our favorite getaway in The Gallery at M.Judson: Runaway Friday Wine Lunch. We’ll pair three wines from the same producer with three small plates from Camilla Kitchen, get some delicious education from Danny Baker and Chef Teryi, as well as a sweet little treat to go.

Wines will be for sale, tickets will be limited!

In honor of our daughters we are doing our 9th annual Valentine’s Daddy Daughter Date Night. We will have chocolate, candies, cookies and soft drinks and water. Cost is $3 per person non-refundable event fee plus cost of whatever pottery you choose to paint that night. We will have a picture taking area, call today and reserve your seat! Two events this year, February 9th and 23rd.

If you would like to sit with another daddy daughter that will be attending, please call us at 864-576-2228 or put in the notes at checkout. Thanks!

Friday, February 23, 2024 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM EST
Junto Coffee 232 Mill Street Taylors, SC 29687

Our Annual Oyster Roast is held in combination with Leadership Greer and benefits the current class project. Be sure to join us for all you can eat oysters, low country boil, and BBQ.
Take advantage of our early bird special! Tickets at $55.00 until February 1st.

Join us on Saturday, February 24 at the FR8 Yard for Hubitality’s 2nd Annual Rock & Roast presented by Pinnacle Partnership.
This pig pickin’ and oyster roast serves as an annual fundraiser for Hubitality so that we may continue providing funding to those in critical need and facing financial hardship.

VIP tickets are $100/person with limited quantities available. VIP includes all-you-can-eat BBQ and oysters, live entertainment, and access to an open bar.
Rock & Roast tickets are $65/person and include one plate of food, two drink tickets, and live entertainment.

General admission tickets are $15/person.

Live music will be provided by the Grateful Brothers and Cash Machine. A cash bar and limited FR8 Yard menu will be available.

Since its inception on February 1, 2022, Hubitality has provided more than $50,000 to individuals in Spartanburg County, and raised more than $155,000 through generous contributions and events. Visit hubitality.org to learn more about our mission and the resources available.

Thank you to our generous sponsors:
Pinnacle Partnership
FR8 Yard
Wade’s Restaurant
US Foods
iHeart Media
Tito’s Handmade Vodka

Liability laws, and liquor liability insurance in particular, have been hot-button issues for small businesses across Spartanburg County, and South Carolina. Join us for a Voice of Business Brunch featuring experts discussing these liability and insurance issues, how they’re impacting local bars, restaurants, and venues, and what some next steps could be.

SPEAKERS:

Russ Dubisky
Executive Director,  SC Insurance Association

Sara Hazzard
President and CEO, SC Manufacturers Alliance

Susan Cohen
President and CEO, SC Restaurant and Lodging Association

Each year, we extend an invitation to our neighbors to unite in a shared mission of eradicating poverty and empowering neighbors within the Greer Relief community to overcome challenges and achieve success.

The event will feature a delicious breakfast catered by Cafe on Trade, a neighbor testimonial, provide insights into the mission and vision of Greer Relief, and offer ways for you to actively participate.

We eagerly anticipate your presence and the opportunity to celebrate the promising new beginnings ahead!

Trying to fund your start-up business can be tricky. Join us to learn how you can Power Up your business by accessing low-interest loans with our Fiduciary Partner, The CLIMB Fund.

Join us for Power Up 101 to learn about the initiative and resources that are available to you as a small business owner in Spartanburg County.

Participants are encouraged to attend Power Up 101 after completing the initial intake form, but this is also a great refresher course for existing participants who want to maximize their benefits.

During Power Up 101, participants will:

• Meet other small business owners and OneSpartanburg, Inc. staff
• Learn more about the resources available
• Learn how to utilize the website for the upcoming GRID and technical support resources

Join us as we celebrate Leap Year 2024 with a specialty menu featuring game and “leaping” meats! We will be offering a 5-course meal paired with interesting cocktails and whiskeys. This experience will begin at 6pm and is limited to 20 guests.

Tickets can be booked through Open Table. If you have any questions or are having trouble booking, please email [email protected].

MEET MULTI-INSTRUMENTALIST, STEVEN GALLOWAY!

This Greenwood, SC based, smooth jazz saxophonist has an impeccable degree — specifically a music degree from Lander University where he studied under Columbia jazz mainstay Robert A. Gardiner, whom he’ll still sit in with on occasion when passing through Columbia. For his music performance degree, Galloway said Gardiner would have him transcribe solos from the likes of Miles Davis and other jazz greats. However, Steven enjoys listening to a variety of music, from Grover Washington Jr., to Stevie Wonder and even Drake. Among his musical influences are, Charlie Parker, Hank Mobley, Thelonious Monk, Roberta Flack, Jim Snidero, Jerry Bergonzi, to name a few.

In addition to being a gifted saxophonist, Steven Galloway is also a jazz and classically trained pianist, so his supple licks are intricately constructed without being out there, and he drops in familiar covers of everyone from Michael Jackson to Patti LaBelle at his sold out shows. 

The soft-spoken Galloway considers himself to be an introvert, but he enjoys performing and exudes an amazing energy and a soul clenching performance that is unmatched. Stay tuned for more from Steven Galloway.

View Full Steven Galloway Bio >>

http://www.stevengalloway.net/