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Sunday, October 5, 2025
Festifall
Oct 5 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Historic Walnut Grove Plantation

33rd Annual Colonial & Revolutionary War Weekend

Saturday & Sunday, October 4 & 5

at Historic Walnut Grove Plantation

Step back in time to experience the colonial and revolutionary spirit. Experience life in 1781 during the Revolutionary War with live demonstrations of cannon fire, cooking, spinning, camp life, 18th century music and more!

Children’s activities happening throughout the day, including candle dipping, quill writing, tin punching, tricorn hats, horn books and sweet bags.

Saturday 10/4 10:00-5:00, Sunday 10/5 10:00-4:00

Tickets are good for the entire weekend’s activities!

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

Join us for a night of themed trivia!

Thursday, October 9, 2025
Board Game Night
Oct 9 @ 6:00 pm
The Kava Konnection

Join us for a night of assorted board games!

Sunday, October 12, 2025
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!

Tuesday, October 14, 2025
Racial Justice Workshop
Oct 14 @ 11:30 am
YWCA of Asheville

The YWCA Racial Justice Workshop is open to our entire YWCA Asheville community – including our staff, volunteers, board, donors, program participants, Fitness Center and community members. This 90-minute workshop will take place on the second Tuesday of each month at 11:30 am and will be facilitated by Gerry Leonard, Racial Justice & Outreach Specialist and Lexus Walker, Tzedek Social Justice Fellow.

 

Saturday, October 18, 2025
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.

Sunday, October 19, 2025
Knit-n-Give
Oct 19 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Mission Rathbun House

Are you looking for an excuse to knit or crochet for a good cause? Help make baby hats and blankets and adult hats, scarves, and slippers to support at-risk newborns and homeless adults.  Your handmade knitwear will keep our neighbors warm.  Volunteers with basic skills in knitting or crocheting are welcome. Please bring your own needles or crochet hooks and a pattern.

Check out Knit-n-Give on WLOS: http://wlos.com/news/only-on-wloscom/close-knit-group-of-women-use-their-talents-to-help-asheville-charities

 

 

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!

Thursday, October 23, 2025
Soteria CDC Fall Fundraiser
Oct 23 @ 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
The Annex at Judson Mill

Soteria CDC is celebrating the community and individuals we serve as we work to create economic and social justice for individuals and families impacted by the criminal justice system by providing housing, education, employment, advocacy, and affirmation for previously incarcerated individuals. We are hosting a fundraiser and celebration on October 23rd, 2025 in recognition of our 26 years of service that will include a combination of storytelling, art, and music, as we unite the community around the importance of supporting and dignifying those reentering society.

Friday, October 24, 2025
Bacon & Barrel 2025
Oct 24 @ 7:00 pm
1800 Drayton Catering and Events

Join us on Thursday, October 24 at 1800 Drayton for Bacon & Barrel — a lively evening of bourbon tastings, bacon-inspired bites from local restaurants, live music, and a curated silent auction, all in support of St. Luke’s Free Medical Clinic. This beloved annual fundraiser helps provide free, high-quality healthcare to uninsured residents of Spartanburg County.

Tickets include access to bourbon samples, food tastings, and entertainment. Proceeds go directly toward sustaining our clinic’s mission of compassionate care for those who need it most.

To learn more or purchase tickets, visit: https://slfmc.networkforgood.com/events/88843-bacon-and-barrel

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
The Art of Tamada
Oct 25 @ 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Keipi Restaurant

The Art of Tamada: A Georgian Feast and Cultural Celebration in Greenville

Greenville, SC — First Things Foundation and Keipi Restaurant, with ticketing by Trueline, invite the community to experience The Art of Tamada, Greenville’s most unique culinary and cultural celebration, taking place October 24–25 at Hampton Station. This two-day fundraiser blends Georgian tradition, live music, and community connection, supporting First Things Foundation’s humanitarian work around the globe.

At the heart of the event is the Supra, a traditional Georgian feast led by a Tamada (toastmaster), who guides guests through stories, blessings, and toasts, turning the table into a space of meaning and connection. Guests will enjoy multi-course dinners, live performances, and the warmth of Georgian hospitality.

Weekend Highlights:

Friday, Oct. 24: Supra tables, live DJ music, dancing, axe throwing, picnics on the green, and more.

Saturday, Oct. 25: Supra tables, speaker sessions, live DJ sets, and live music from Georgia Heers, Emmet Sher, and Dirt Poor Robins, alongside axe throwing, picnics, and plenty of Mshvidoba (Georgian for “peace”).

Saturday Evening – Taste of Keipi Live Music Session: Guests can enjoy a free evening of wine tastings, small bites inspired by the Supra, and live music, showcasing the heart of Keipi, where food, wine, and music meet.

Each Supra table seats 18–22 guests, with tickets available for singles, couples, private groups, and businesses. Every ticket supports First Things Foundation’s mission to serve the extreme poor across four continents.

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

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

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

Join us for Bingo night!

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!

Thursday, November 6, 2025
A Celebration of Style: Glory Day X Briton Court
Nov 6 @ 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Harrington's

Celebrate the launch of Glory Day x Briton Court with a private reception featuring cocktails and curated hors d’oeuvres. This special night honors their shared hometown roots while introducing a new chapter in elevated style. In the spirit of giving back to the community we love, a portion of ticket sales will benefit Greenville’s Gift, supporting local families in need.

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

Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Racial Justice Workshop
Nov 11 @ 11:30 am
YWCA of Asheville

The YWCA Racial Justice Workshop is open to our entire YWCA Asheville community – including our staff, volunteers, board, donors, program participants, Fitness Center and community members. This 90-minute workshop will take place on the second Tuesday of each month at 11:30 am and will be facilitated by Gerry Leonard, Racial Justice & Outreach Specialist and Lexus Walker, Tzedek Social Justice Fellow.

 

Sunday, November 16, 2025
Knit-n-Give
Nov 16 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Mission Rathbun House

Are you looking for an excuse to knit or crochet for a good cause? Help make baby hats and blankets and adult hats, scarves, and slippers to support at-risk newborns and homeless adults.  Your handmade knitwear will keep our neighbors warm.  Volunteers with basic skills in knitting or crocheting are welcome. Please bring your own needles or crochet hooks and a pattern.

Check out Knit-n-Give on WLOS: http://wlos.com/news/only-on-wloscom/close-knit-group-of-women-use-their-talents-to-help-asheville-charities