Based in Rock Hill, Knowledge Perk brings the highest-quality coffee to its S.C. locations by utilizing reputable importers, fair trade, and up-to-date organic certifications. Join us Saturday, April 13 as we celebrate Knowledge Perk’s Spartanburg location, situated in The Hub across from Wofford College’s campus

The 2024 Hub City Hog Fest, a barbecue contest to benefit Mobile Meals of Spartanburg, will take place on April 12th and 13th. The City of Spartanburg will block off several roads downtown around Morgan Square to accommodate the dozens of cook teams that will compete in this annual BBQ competition.

On Friday, April 12th, entrance into the event from noon to 5 p.m. is FREE. After 5 p.m., wristbands must be purchased for $5 each. On Saturday, April 13th, from noon to 9 p.m., $5 wristbands must be purchased. Children 10 and under are admitted free. There will be chicken wing samples from the competition teams available from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday evening. The samples of the competition teams’ barbecue and ribs are ONLY AVAILABLE from noon to 2 p.m. on Saturday.

Vendors will be on site selling BBQ all weekend. Hog Bucks must be used to purchase food from vendors and to sample BBQ from competition teams (while supplies last).

On exhibit Saturdays and Sundays from 12 – 4 p.m., Rocky Cove Railroad is a G-Scale (garden scale) model train that demonstrates the coming of trains to western North Carolina at the turn of the 20th century. The exhibit is located below the Grand Promenade. Please note, Rocky Cove Railroad will not operate in rainy or wet conditions.

The Unexpected brings a variety of music, as well as personality, to any event or venue.
Playing a mix of mostly 80s/90s and current Country combined with some 80s MTV Pop Rock and Classic Rock, The Unexpected consists of the duo of Jeff Cassidy and Gary Richie, from Spartanburg SC, both playing guitars, singing and using some backing tracks to give a “full band” sound to some of your favorite music. Jeff and Gary are long time respected musicians who have played all around the Upstate and Southeast for many years.
Great music along with great crowd interaction and a few jokes here and there, it always turns into a good time…and…you can always Expect The Unexpected.
About the event:
Join our Off the Clock Friday at Fretwell! Each Friday, we have a local artist perform live music at our outdoor venue.
This event is FREE to attend.
About Fretwell:
Fretwell is Spartanburg’s newest gathering spot, located just a few steps off the Mary Black Rail Trail. Whether you’re here to rest from the Trail, have a beer or coffee with friends, or listen to live music with your family, we have a spot for you!

The Bellwether is THE place in Greenville to watch the 2024 Masters Tournament. On Masters Weekend, this elevated sports bar located next to Fluor Field will feature the iconic food of golf’s first major tournament of the year with Egg Salad, Pimento Cheese, and Pork Bar-B-Que sandwiches. Sip on a golf themed cocktail, like the Mastro Dobel Paloma, Titos Azalea, and Elijah Craig Old Fashioned. If you’re feeling inspired, you can practice on their patio putting green in the shadow of the Green Monster.

On exhibit Saturdays and Sundays from 12 – 4 p.m., Rocky Cove Railroad is a G-Scale (garden scale) model train that demonstrates the coming of trains to western North Carolina at the turn of the 20th century. The exhibit is located below the Grand Promenade. Please note, Rocky Cove Railroad will not operate in rainy or wet conditions.

All farm volunteer hours will be held at our Sullivan Street Farm location (15 Bolt Street, Greenville, SC, 29605, look for a white and grey pavilion-like building and metal garden beds, the yellow X on the map below denotes the location where we’ll meet before getting started on tasks).

Help with greenhouse tasks such as seeding, potting up transplants, labeling/organizing plant trays. Help with urban farm tasks such as weeding, mulching, composting/fertilizing, seeding, transplanting, harvesting.

This work will take place outdoors so you should dress accordingly (layers are always a good idea) in something you don’t mind getting dirty. Closed toe shoes are required. Items like sunscreen and/or hats are helpful. Please bring a water bottle and feel free to bring snacks if you’d like.

**PLEASE NOTE: These volunteer shifts require physical labor that involves activities such as bending, lifting, and standing for long periods of time. We also may use tools such as drills, hammers, shovels, wheelbarrows, etc. Please be prepared to work hard and have some fun!**

**PLEASE NOTE: We do not accept volunteers aged 12 or younger. Additionally, anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a legal guardian or supervising adult.**

Join us for Empower Hour, a one-hour program and facility tour where you will experience firsthand the YWCA’s work to bridge gaps in earning power, education, health & wellness and access to childcare.

Empower Hours take place twice a month on the first and third Tuesday at 11:30 am.
Lunch is served as part of our Empower Hour, so reservations are required.

To make a reservation: contact Elizabeth Alvandi, Advancement Assistant, at (828) 254-7206 ext. 103 or [email protected].

Fiction Addiction Storytime

Fiction Addiction hosts a free children’s storytime at our shop at 1175 Woods Crossing Rd. #5 every Thursday morning at 10:30am.

Uncensored expression: anyone is invited to step up to share song, music, poetry, comedy, rants & raves!

The most eclectic open mic around, in a welcoming gallery setting! 6 pm signup, perform 6:30-8:30 pm.

I’m Tired of Diggin These Holes… So lets eat them!

“Dinner And A Movie delivers an immersive culinary experience by bringing beloved movies and food together for an amzing experience.”

Sploosh Crostini

Crostini with Spiced Peaches and Home Made Ricotta Cheese over Grilled Italian Bread

Texas Nachos

Corn Tortilla, Texas beef bbq, sour cream, guacamole, jalapeño, jack cheese pico de gallo

Camp Green Lake Green Salad

Cactus Pad, Radish, tomato, red onion in a prickly pear, lime vinaigrette

Grilled Onions & Flank Steak

with grilled Squash, peppers, deep red wine demi glace

Holes

Cinnamon donut holes with Peaches and Custard

Passengers will enjoy a full service All-Adult First Class ride in our First Class cars with a private attendant and plush, well-appointed dining seating. A narrator will accompany the ride to present each pour to guests and share knowledge and history of the wines selected. Passengers on this specialty car will enjoy an exclusive sampling of cheeses and a surf and turf meal prepared fresh. We have carefully selected our wine samples to accompany the meal. All passengers will receive a GSMR souvenir stemless wine glass, four samples of selected wine, and a dessert that’s perfect for the season! Uncorked is offered on the Nantahala Gorge Excursion, departing on select dates. See schedule for departures. Tickets for this specialty experience starts at $169 per person (Adults 21+ only). Due to the exclusivity of this specialty car, tickets will be selling fast, so make sure to reserve your seat today!

On Your Plate

Starters

Enjoy a sampling of Cheddar, Pepper Jack & Swiss

First Course

Fresh Baby Spinach topped with Chef’s choice of dressing.

Vegetarian option: Spinach Salad with Lemon Poppyseed Vinaigrette.

Main Course

Surf n’ Turf seasonally prepared at Chefs’ discretion accompanied by a selection of vegetables and roasted potatoes.

Vegetarian option: Quinoa and grilled Tofu with seasonal vegetables and a sweet chili sauce.

Dessert

Chef choice

Get ready to go around the world in a day, enjoying the sights, sounds and tastes of multiple cultures at Greer City Park and Greer City Hall. The Greer Goes Global International Festival brings a sampling of the many cultures that make up the Greater Greer Community and Upstate South Carolina.

On exhibit Saturdays and Sundays from 12 – 4 p.m., Rocky Cove Railroad is a G-Scale (garden scale) model train that demonstrates the coming of trains to western North Carolina at the turn of the 20th century. The exhibit is located below the Grand Promenade. Please note, Rocky Cove Railroad will not operate in rainy or wet conditions.

Join us on April 20th at Trailblazer Park for a reunion unlike any other!

Come enjoy delicious BBQ bites from some amazing local and guest pitmasters and chefs, live music, unlimited beverages, artisan market, great company and experience the joy of coming together as a community for an incredible cause – IDefine.

Over 30 pitmasters and chefs will be joining together as teams to cook over 15 different BBQ dishes! Each one of our amazing menu items created by our talented chefs will be ALL-INCLUSIVE, so you can eat and enjoy all day long!

ONE ticket price gets you FOUR hours of all the BBQ you can enjoy AND unlimited beverages!