Events Calendar

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Friday, April 19, 2024
Dinner + A Movie: HOLES
Apr 19 @ 6:00 pm
Eighteen Hundred Drayton Catering & Events

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

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Categories: Film Food & Drink
Tryon International Film Festival SC Shorts Showcase
Apr 19 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Chapman Cultural Center

FRIDAY, APRIL 19, 2024 | 6 PM – 9 PM
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6 – 7 PM | Heavy hors d’oeuvres + cash bar
7 – 9 PM | SC Shorts Showcase from TRIFF23
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Chapman Cultural Center Theatre | 200 E St John St | Spartanburg, SC
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$25
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*Afterparty at Cyclops Brewing | 197 E St John St | Spartanburg, SC

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Categories: Film
Yoga with a View Series
Apr 19 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park
Time: 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Cost: Includes Park admission: $35 Adult, $25 Annual Passholder. Advance registration required.
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Categories: Outdoors
Hair – the Musical
Apr 19 @ 7:30 pm
Abbott Theatre, Wilson Hall, Converse University

Let the sunshine in! Get groovy with the Converse Theatre & Dance production of HAIR – the American tribal love rock musical celebrating the sixties counterculture in all its barefoot, long-haired, bell-bottomed, beaded and fringed glory.

Hair remains relevant as ever as it explores community, identity, politics, peace, and what it means to be a young person in a changing world.

 

***This show contains mature subject matter and is not suitable for younger audiences.***

 

April 18 @ 7:30pm
April 19 @ 7:30pm
April 20 @ 2:30 pm & 7:30pm
April 21 @ 2:30pm

 

Admission
$20 Adults + $3 fee
$10 Youth 22 & under + $2 fee
Free for Converse students, faculty and staff – Show your Converse ID at the door.

Abbott Theatre, Wilson Hall, Converse University

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Categories: Music Theatre
Theatre Converse presents Hair
Apr 19 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Hazel B. Abbott Theatre, Wilson Hall, Converse University

Let the sunshine in! Get groovy with the Converse Theatre & Dance production of HAIR – the American tribal love rock musical celebrating the sixties counterculture in all its barefoot, long-haired, bell-bottomed, beaded and fringed glory.

Hair remains relevant as ever as it explores community, identity, politics, peace, and what it means to be a young person in a changing world.

***This show contains mature subject matter and is not suitable for younger audiences.***

April 18 @ 7:30pm
April 19 @ 7:30pm
April 20 @ 2:30 pm & 7:30pm
April 21 @ 2:30pm

Admission
$20 Adults + $3 fee
$10 Youth 22 & under + $2 fee
Free for Converse students, faculty and staff – Show your Converse ID at the door.

Abbott Theatre, Wilson Hall, Converse University

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Categories: Music Theatre
Clue
Apr 19 @ 8:00 pm
Peace Concert Hall

Murder and blackmail are on the menu when six mysterious guests assemble at Boddy Manor for a night they’ll never forget! Was it Mrs. Peacock in the study with the knife? Or was it Colonel Mustard in the library with the wrench? Based on the cult 1985 Paramount movie and inspired by the classic Hasbro board game, CLUE is the ultimate whodunit that will leave you dying of laughter and keep you guessing until the final twist.

“A very fun whodunit that strikes contemporary parallels on the way to its grand reveal.”
– The New York Times

“Reminds you what a breezy night of pure entertainment feels like.”
-TheatreMania

“An intriguing must-see production”
– Broadway World

Official Website

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Categories: Theatre
Driving Miss Daisy
Apr 19 @ 8:00 pm
Greenville Theatre

By Alfred Uhry 

This beautiful play tells the unlikely story of friendship found between Daisy Werthan, an elderly Southern Jewish woman, and Hoke Colburn, her African American driver. Written by award-winning playwright Alfred Urhy, this story was adapted into the Oscar winning film starring Morgan Freeman and Jessica Tandy. The show explores the commonality found between two unlikely people set in the backdrop of Atlanta, Georgia between the years of 1948 and 1973. Audiences won’t want to miss this Pulitzer Prize winning play! 

Patrons can reserve tickets at any time 
Subscribers can reserve their seats starting: March 11
On sale to the public: March 18
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Categories: Theatre
Saturday, April 20, 2024
2024 OPEN DOORS STUDIO TOUR
Apr 20 all-day
Spartanburg County, SC

The Cultural Event of the Season

The Open Doors Studio Tour is a self-guided tour of artists’ studios that is free to the public. For two days the artists of Spartanburg County open their studio doors to the public.

The Studios    The Map
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Categories: Art & Craft Tours
Art by Appointment
Apr 20 all-day
Greenville Center for Creative Arts

Art by Appointment with GCCA Art School Instructors

TUESDAY – FRIDAY 9 AM – 5 PM
SATURDAY 11 AM – 3 PM

 

Art by Appointment offers artists of all levels the opportunity for private, customized, art experiences for you and up to 15 friends and family. These experiences are perfect for birthday parties, corporate outings, team building activities and more!

MEDIUMS

Art by Appointment workshops offer a variety of mediums for exploration.

Drawing

Unlock the gateway to artistic expression through the fundamental skill of drawing! GCCA’s drawing instructors will lead you through the basics of shading and perspective and more!

Painting

Acrylics and watercolor and more! Grab a paintbrush and join GCCA’s instructors for a private step-by-step art experience!

Mixed Media

What happens when you combine multiple artistic mediums into one project? Follow GCCA’s instructors in an exploration of all visual mediums in this engaging workshop!

Jewelry

Wear your own creation! Step into GCCA’s state-of-the-art jewelry studio and try your hand at jewelry making!

Printmaking

Jump into this layered visual art medium and learn to create your own prints! GCCA’s instructors will lead you step by step through this engaging art form in the printmaking studio at GCCA!

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Categories: Art & Craft Education
Artisphere 2024 Artists Are LIVE
Apr 20 all-day
online

 

 

Our 140 artists for the 2024 festival are live, sortable by medium. Artisphere May10-12 2024

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Categories: Art & Craft
Arts Education Classes
Apr 20 all-day
Mauldin Cultural Center

Learn a new skill at the Cultural Center!

 

All of our classes are taught by community artists and are offered at competitive prices. We offer private lessons, classes and workshops. Our list of current classes and upcoming showcases are listed below.

Be sure to check back here often as classes and events are continuously added. If you are interested in teaching a class, contact us and we’ll help you get your class off the ground!

For more information on any class listed below, be sure to check the description first for instructor contact information, as they handle all class details including scheduling, pricing, and supply lists.

The Cultural Center team DOES NOT handle registration for classes outside of theatre.
Register and Learn More About Arts Education Classes
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Categories: Art & Craft Education
Brevard Music Center’s 2024 Summer Festival Subscriptions
Apr 20 all-day
online

2024 Subscription Packages

One of America’s premier music festivals, Brevard Music Center’s 2024 summer lineup features a diverse offering of symphony, opera, chamber, jazz, bluegrass, and Broadway performances. The season will be highlighted by Legendary Artist Wynton Marsalis, who will appear with The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra in three extraordinary concerts in late June. Additional festival highlights include classical masterpieces Prokofiev 5, Gershwin’s Piano Concerto in F, Strauss’s Ein Heldenleben, and world premiere concertos by two of today’s top composers; Janiec Opera Company productions of The Threepenny Opera, Flight, La Bohème, and An Evening of Jerome Kern and Friends; a family-friendly film with live orchestra presentation of Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back™ in Concert; and BMC Presents lighter concert fare featuring Bryan Sutton, David Sanborn, Aoife O’Donovan, and Béla Fleck.

Led by Artistic Director Keith Lockhart, Brevard’s hallmark is the powerful sense of community that re-emerges every June as faculty and students work together to present over 100 performances and events to more than 40,000 enthusiastic fans from across the country. Primary BMC performance venues include the 1800-seat, open-air Whittington-Pfohl Auditorium and the 400-seat Parker Concert Hall.

Package List

  • Golden Ticket (Thursday)

    Description: Receive one ticket to all performances included in the Symphony Series, Opera Lovers Series (Thursday), and the Parker Concert Hall Summer Series. Also includes Opening Night and Season Finale.

    Save 25% on single ticket prices.

    BMC Presents and Legendary Artists Series are not included.

  • Golden Ticket (Saturday)

    Description: Receive one ticket to all performances included in the Symphony Series, Opera Lovers Series (Saturday), and the Parker Concert Hall Summer Series. Also includes Opening Night and Season Finale.

    Save 25% on single ticket prices.

    BMC Presents and Legendary Artists Series are not included.

  • Symphony Series

    Description: Receive all sixteen (16) symphony events at Whittington-Pfohl Auditorium.

    Save 20% on single ticket prices.

    BMC Presents and Legendary Artists Series are not included.

  • Compose Your Own

    Description: Purchase at least eight (8) eligible* events from our summer season.

    Save 15% on single ticket prices.

    *Opening Night, Season Finale, BMC Presents, and Legendary Artists Series are not eligible for inclusion.

  • Opera Lovers (Thursday)

    Description: Receive one (1) ticket to each of the following Thursday night events: Flight, La Bohème, The Threepenny Opera, and An Evening of Jerome Kern & Friends.

    Save 10% on single ticket prices.

    Please note that seating assignments for An Evening of Jerome Kern & Friends are on a first-come, first-served basis.

  • Opera Lovers (Saturday)

    Description: Receive one (1) ticket to each of the following Saturday afternoon events: Flight, La Bohème, The Threepenny Opera. Includes one (1) ticket to the following Thursday evening event: An Evening of Jerome Kern & Friends.

    Save 10% on single ticket prices.

    Please note that seating assignments for An Evening of Jerome Kern & Friends are on a first-come, first-served basis.

  • Parker Concert Hall Summer Series

    Description: Receive all twelve (12) Parker Concert Hall Summer Series events.

    Save 15% on single ticket prices.

    BMC Presents and Legendary Artists Series are not included.

  • Flex

    Description: Purchase at least three (3) eligible* events, and receive a 5% discount off single ticket prices.

    Flex tickets cannot be purchased during the subscription renewal/purchase phase and will be available during the donor presale to qualifying purchasers.

    *Opening Night, Season Finale, BMC Presents, Legendary Artist Series are ineligible for this discount package.

    This discount will activate automatically once you add the required number of eligible events to your cart.
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Categories: Music
BRING ON SPRING w/ Nantahala Outdoor Center
Apr 20 all-day
Nantahala Outdoor Center

 
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Categories: Family Fun Outdoors Sports
Celebrate Graduation at Craft Axe Throwing
Apr 20 all-day
Craft Axe Throwing Spartanburg

Host Your Unforgettable Graduation Party at Craft Axe Throwing!

Are you ready to level up your graduation celebration? Say goodbye to the ordinary and hello to an adrenaline-fueled adventure at Craft Axe Throwing! Picture this: you and your friends surrounded by the thrill of competition as you unleash your inner lumberjack and hurl axes at bullseyes like champions!

At Craft Axe Throwing we’re not just about throwing axes; we’re about creating unforgettable memories. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a first-timer our expert coaches will guide you through every throw ensuring maximum fun and safety.

Forget about the typical boring party venues – at Craft Axe Throwing your graduation bash will be anything but ordinary.

So why settle for the mundane when you can celebrate in style? Book your graduation party at Craft Axe Throwing and make memories that will last a lifetime! Don’t wait let the axe-venture begin!

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Categories: Family Fun
Donate: The Salvation Army Boys + Girls Club Summer Camps
Apr 20 all-day
online

Make summer bright for kids in Greenville

The Salvation Army Boys & Girls Club needs your help to make this summer the best one yet for kids in our community. For nine weeks while children are out of school on summer break, the Boys & Girls Club hosts its Summer Camp at the Kroc Center in Greenville.

The children spend their days doing fun-filled activities, taking field trips, participating in character building classes and much more. We need help funding the scholarship program to help offset the cost for families unable to afford this quality out-of-school time experience for their children.

  • $80 pays for a child to attend one week of summer camp
  • $160 pays for one child to attend one week of camp, all field trips, as well as covers their t-shirt cost
  • $720 pays for one child or half the summer session for two children. This includes field trips and a t-shirt.

Thank you for prayerfully considering how you can support families in Greenville this summer through The Salvation Army Boys & Girls Club!

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Categories: Community Donations
Garden Market
Apr 20 all-day
Simpsonville Rotary

Simpsonville Garden Club’s annual plant and garden market will be at the Simpsonville Rotary on April 20th, 9am-3pm. There will be plants of all types, garden art, dried flower art, crafts, and much more. The event is free.

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Categories: Garden Events
Greenville BBQ Trail Tour
Apr 20 all-day
Various Locations Greenville SC

While Downtown Greenville’s familiar culinary scene has some great BBQ options, this tour will take you outside of the city center to the places locals know and love. These are the types of joints with smoke stacks sticking out of the rooftops and white smoke billowing out of the chimneys–smoking the meats right on the premises.

The Greenville BBQ Trail tour is your opportunity to try back-to-back tastings of what are considered by many to be among the top BBQ spots in the city.

Book Your Tour!

Tours include:

• Insights into each restaurant’s cooking processes and techniques
• Information about each restaurant’s history and how they got started
• Interesting information about Greenville BBQ history
• A drive through old textile mill villages
• And, of course, a chance to try generous portions of smoked meats and delicious sides

Locations we visit:

• Bucky’s Bar-B-Q
• Henry’s Smokehouse
• Mike & Jeff’s BBQ

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Categories: Food & Drink Tours
Greenville Woodworkers Guild’s Semi-Annual Tool Sale
Apr 20 all-day
Guild Education Center

The Greenville Woodworkers Guild is pleased to announce its highly anticipated Semi-Annual Tool Sale and Auction, scheduled to take place on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at the Guild Education Center located at 209 Hollyridge Court, Greenville, SC 29607.

Woodworkers, hobbyists, craftsmen, and DIY enthusiasts alike will have the opportunity to browse a wide selection of new, used, and antique tools and woodworking machinery, as well as a diverse array of clamps, materials, hardware, and supplies, all priced to sell. For those seeking exceptional deals, the Guild’s Lumber Team will offer special selections of turning stock and lumber.

The sale will commence promptly at 8:30 a.m., with doors opening at 8 a.m. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early to ensure access to the best deals. The silent auction bidding will conclude at 10:30 a.m., offering attendees a chance to bid on unique items. “This event plays a crucial role in keeping our Guild up and running financially,” said Charlie LeGrand, President of the Greenville Woodworkers Guild. “As a nonprofit, we rely on donations and membership fees to sustain our operations. The proceeds from this sale directly contribute to maintaining our facilities and programs, ensuring that we can continue to serve the woodworking community.”

To ensure a smooth and efficient checkout process, the Greenville Woodworkers Guild will utilize a Point-of-Sale system, accepting various payment methods including credit or debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Samsung Pay. Cash will also be accepted.

The Greenville Woodworkers Guild, established in 1981, is a 501(c)(3) non-profit service organization dedicated to helping its members become better woodworkers, promoting woodworking as an art form, and supporting charitable causes through woodworking skills. For more information about the Greenville Woodworkers Guild and its Semi-Annual Tool Sale and Auction, please visit www.GreenvilleWoodworkers.com/ToolSale. While there, review the sale inventory list for items you need or want and check back as we will continue to update the list. Come and bring your friends, there is plenty for everyone.

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Categories: Art & Craft Featured Market
Mauldin Theatre Company’s 2024 Summer Camps registration open
Apr 20 all-day
Mauldin Cultural Center

We have 6 exciting camp options for various ages. See a preview below and click the link for more information on each camp and to register.

Leading Player 2-Week Intensive Camp (Ages 12-17)

June 3, 2024 – June 7, 2024 &  June 10, 2024 – June 14, 2024
9:00am – 1:30pm (Ages 12-17)

Young Playwrights Camp (Ages 10-17)

June 3, 2024 – June 7, 2024
2:00pm – 5:00pm (Ages 10 -17)

Behind the Scenes Camp (Ages 10-17)

July 10, 2024 – July 14, 2024
2:00pm – 5:00pm (Ages 10-17)

Shakespeare it Up! Camp (Ages 10-17)

June 18, 2024 – June 20, 2024
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Broadway Beginner Camp (Ages 6-11)

June 24, 2024 – June 28, 2024
9:00am – 12:00pm

Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition (Ages 6-17)

July 15, 2024 – July 19, 2024 & July 22, 2024 – July 27, 2024
9:00am – 4:00pm

 

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Categories: Family Fun Theatre
Mile High Swinging Bridge
Apr 20 all-day
Grandfather Mountain

One of the top highlights and memories of visits to Grandfather Mountain nature park is walking across the famous Mile High Swinging Bridge. Since 1952, visitors have “oohed” and “aahed” at the bridge’s 360-degree panoramic views. America’s highest suspension footbridge gives easy access to the spectacular views atop Grandfather Mountain’s Linville Peak, elevation 5,305 feet.

The 228-foot suspension bridge spans an 80-foot chasm at more than one mile in elevation (hence the name!). To reach the Mile High Swinging Bridge, drive the two-mile, winding scenic road up the mountain to the summit parking area by the Top Shop. Climb 50 stairs adjacent to the parking area or inside the Top Shop to reach the short pathway to the bridge. Also, an elevator in the Top Shop takes you to the third floor for a level walk to the bridge.

Top Shop

Located adjacent to the Bridge, the Top Shop features a gift shop, snacks, restrooms, elevator and second-floor exhibition area. Also get the latest park information and trail maps. Read more.

Accessibility

Inside the Top Shop, an elevator makes the Mile High Swinging Bridge accessible to people with mobility challenges, including those in wheelchairs. From the Top Shop, there is a paved 50-yard path to the bridge. Read more about our accessibility.

Tickets & Hours

Walking across the Mile High Swinging Bridge is included in your Grandfather Mountain admission ticket that includes many other things to do in our nature park. Buy tickets online and book a reservation time to enter the park. You do not need a separate reservation for the bridge. It’s open, weather permitting, every day of the year except Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. See hours.

More to Explore

Before or after visiting the Mile High Swinging Bridge, allow time to enjoy other parts of the mountain: wildlife habitats, Wilson Center for Nature Discovery, restaurant, hiking trails, roadside overlooks, picnic areas and more. See more Things to Do.

Nearby Hiking Trails

Trailheads to many of the Grandfather Mountain hiking trails are located near the Swinging Bridge. In fact, the 0.4 mile Bridge Trail takes you beneath the bridge, starting from the Black Rock parking area just below the summit. For details on our nearby trails, go to our Hiking Guide.

Bridge Tips & Tidbits

  • Does it really swing? Very little — unlike the original one. Today’s bridge is made of steel and reinforced with cables and springs. It has railings on the sides to ensure safety.
  • We suggest you wear rubber-soled shoes and walk with care when crossing the rocks on the far side of the bridge.
  • If heights give you pause, you can still enjoy Blue Ridge Mountain views from the ground before you reach the bridge and even from the parking area.
  • Due to periodic extreme weather conditions at the bridge, it closes when there is area lightning, high wind or icy conditions.
  • The official U.S. Weather Service Reporting Station atop the Mile High Swinging Bridge has provided daily weather observations since 1955. The temperature is usually 10 to 20 degrees cooler than in the flatlands you see below. It’s also one of the windiest locations in North Carolina, with a 124-mph record set in winter 2019. Learn more about our weather.
  • Pets are allowed on the bridge if well behaved and on a leash.
  • Photographs and videos to remember your visit are encouraged. Be mindful of sharp drop-offs along the Linville Peak ridge. Drones are not allowed. See our photography policies.
  • The Singing Bridge? When the wind blows, the Mile High Swinging Bridge “sings” in the same way as a harmonica.
  • In April through October, join Grandfather’s expert naturalists by the Bridge for Interpretive Talks about the our unique weather, climate, flora and fauna. Read more.
  • Need driving directions? The address for Grandfather Mountain’s entrance gate is 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC 28646 (click link for Google Maps). There are no shuttles, so you must have your own vehicle to explore our nature park. No RVs longer than 28 feet in length or hinged vehicles are allowed through the Entrance Gate. See detailed directions.
  • To see much more info, see our Plan Your Visit section.

Mile High Swinging Bridge History

Former North Carolina Tourism Director Charles J. Parker coined the name “Mile High Swinging Bridge” at the Bridge’s dedication in 1952. The term “mile high” refers to the structure’s elevation above sea level (5,280 feet). The term “swinging” refers to the fact that suspension bridges are free to sway.

The original 1952 bridge was designed by Charles Hartmann Jr. of Greensboro, N.C. It was fabricated in Greensboro and then reassembled on top of the Mountain. Erecting the bridge took three weeks, a process slowed by inclement weather created by a hurricane off the North Carolina coast. Cost was $15,000. It was dedicated on Sept. 2, 1952 by North Carolina Gov. William B. Umstead.

The bridge was rebuilt in 1999 using the original towers. The cables, floor boards and side rails were all replaced using galvanized steel. One of the main advantages of the modern building materials is that they do not have to be painted. Now, Grandfather Mountain employees will not have to hang out over the gorge to paint the span. It was redesigned by Sutton, Kennerly & Associates Engineering of Asheville, N.C., and rebuilt by Taylor & Murphy Construction Company of Asheville. The cost of rebuilding was $300,000.

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