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Thursday, March 4, 2021
Pigskin Peanuts Exhibit
Mar 4 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Upcountry History Museum

January 16 – April 17, 2021

Lucy first pulled the football away from Charlie Brown on November 16, 1952. Known as “The Fall Classic” it became a rite of autumn in American pop culture. The annual “pulling away of the football” was shown nearly every year through the run of the Peanuts comic strip. Artist Charles M. Schulz created nearly 50 years of unique endings to the famous football gag.

The Upcountry History Museum in partnership with the Charles M. Schulz Museum and Research Center will host Pigskin Peanuts, a retrospective exhibition that examines Schulz’s love of the game. Greenville, South Carolina will be the final stop on the Pigskin Peanuts international tour.

The 3000 square foot exhibit showcases Peanuts football-themed comic strips, artifacts and ephemera to illustrate how sports, specifically football, evolved and played a role in the Peanuts comics.

Charlie Brown’s missed kick wasn’t the only Peanuts football story. The exhibition, divided into five sections, examines the evolution of football in the Peanuts stories including Vintage Pigskin, The Fall Classic, Snoopy’s Gridiron Tales, Woodstock Plays Football, and Girls Rule (Sally, Peppermint Patty and Marcie).

Volunteers Needed for Income Tax Assistance w/ Greer Relief
Mar 4 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Online w/ Greer Relief

It’s tax season and we need your help!
Each year, Greer Relief serves as a VITA site. VITA, Volunteer Income Tax Assistance, provides free tax preparation to our neighbors in need. Taxes are prepared by IRS certified volunteers, and that’s where YOU come in! Greer Relief needs volunteer preparers and greeters to keep our site running. Certification is simple and the Greer Relief VITA Team is here to help.
To learn more about the VITA program and the certification process, click here.
2021 Ingles SoCon Basketball Championships
Mar 4 @ 11:00 am
Harrah’s Cherokee Center Asheville
BJU Press Mobile Blood Drive
Mar 4 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
BJU Press Mobile Blood Drive

TBC Rewards

Sharing Life. Saving Lives.

Women’s Basketball Tournament
Mar 4 @ 11:00 am
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

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The women of the SEC are back to compete in the 2021
Women’s Basketball Tournament! Catch all of the action
and see who will be crowned champion at the Bon Secours
Wellness Arena March 3-7!

Pop-Up Seed Library Visit: Fountain Inn Branch
Mar 4 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Fountain Inn Branch

Now, you can take home seeds from the Pop-Up Seed Library during your visit to select Library System locations. This condensed version of the Seed Library offers Library patrons the opportunity to check out up to five packets of seeds per visit.

Eastern Business Forms Mobile Blood Drive
Mar 4 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Eastern Business Forms

TBC Rewards

Sharing Life. Saving Lives.

TATT CHAT: Broadband in the Upstate
Mar 4 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Online w/ Ten at the Top

Guest Speakers:

Tom Allen, Director of Safety, Transportation, and Emergency Response, South Carolina Office of Regulatory Staff

Jim Stritzinger, Founder, President & CEO, Revolution D, Inc.

Shannon Sears, Director of Commercial Operations, West Carolina Tel

Free Covid Testing for Uninsured
Mar 4 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Brevard Music Center

Free Drive-thru COVID-19 Testing

The Brevard Music Center in association with the Pisgah Health Foundation announces a free drive-thru COVID-19 testing site for everyone – the insured and uninsured, those on Medicare and Medicaid – everyone!

Keystone Laboratory of Asheville will administer the COVID-19 tests and antibody tests, with results typically available within 5 business days depending on volume.

When: Wednesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Please no early arrivals.

Where: Brevard Music Center Main Parking lot (entrance on Music Camp Road off Probart Street)

Who: Anyone who wants a test.

How:

  • Appointments are not necessary. Participants will be served in the order of their arrival.
  • Participants can choose to be tested for COVID-19 via nasal swab or have the COVID-19 antibody test via blood sample.
  • Participants will receive their test results at the contact information provided at check-in, typically within 5 business days depending on volume.

What:

  • A driver’s license is helpful, but not required.
  • A doctor’s order is not required.
  • If you have private insurance, please bring your insurance card with you.
  • If you have Medicare or Medicaid, please bring your card with you.
  • If you do not have insurance, you will be asked to sign an affidavit stating so.
  • Please wear a mask and stay in your vehicle while on BMC’s campus.
  • If you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, please seek medical attention from your medical provider, urgent care, or the hospital.
  • Please leave pets at home.

Questions: Please email [email protected] and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Spring Class: Acting Foundations (3rd-6th)
Mar 4 @ 4:00 pm – 5:15 pm
Chapman Cultural Center

Are you interested in acting but not quite sure where to start? We’ve got you covered! This class will build self-confidence while developing physical, vocal, and creative skills for the stage. You will leave the class with a strong foundation in stage performance and a newfound sense of self-expression.

 

This class will meet weekly on Thursdays for 10 weeks starting Thursday, February 25, 2021. The final class will be on Thursday, May 6, 2021. Classes will not meet the week of April 5-9, 2021 due to district 7 spring break.

Handwriting Class
Mar 4 @ 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Greer Center for the Arts
Junior Naturalists
Mar 4 @ 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Online w/ SC Botanical Garden
Junior Naturalists

Junior Naturalists

This Spring, Junior Naturalists will travel through time and space to explore the natural and cultural history of our great state. Each month we will visit a different part of South Carolina and learn about its soils and climate, plants and animals, and the people who made that place home. We’ll learn from experts from across the state through virtual presentations and online activities. Each week we’ll share activities to get kids outside and exploring the natural world.

 

 Thursday, February 4, 2021 at 4:30pm to 5:30pm

Thursday, February 18, 2021 at 4:30pm to 5:30pm

Thursday, March 4, 2021 at 4:30pm to 5:30pm

Thursday, March 18, 2021 at 4:30pm to 5:30pm

Thursday, April 1, 2021 at 4:30pm to 5:30pm

Thursday, April 15, 2021 at 4:30pm to 5:30pm

Thursday, April 29, 2021 at 4:30pm to 5:30pm

Thursday, May 13, 2021 at 4:30pm to 5:30pm

Thursday, May 27, 2021 at 4:30pm to 5:30pm

Virtual Musical Theatre 3rd – 5th Grades w/ Studio 52
Mar 4 @ 4:30 pm – 5:15 pm
Online

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“Getting to know you…” Meaningfully connect and collaborate with young artists from across the country in this virtual musical theatre class featuring Broadway songs about friendship! In high-energy zoom classes combining singing, acting, and movement, students will hone their theatrical skills while developing a virtual musical revue shared with friends and family at the end of the semester. 

Acting: Virtual Theatre 6th – 8th Grades w/ Studio 52
Mar 4 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Online

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Push your imagination to the limits as you collaborate with artists from across the country to devise original, virtual theatrical performance art. With inspiring, out-of-the-box artistic challenges, this class encourages artists of all kinds to use their voices and talents in new and unexpected ways. Whether you’re an actor, writer, dancer, comic, storyteller, artist, musician, or editor, this class led by improviser and actor TJ Simba-Medel will encourage you to create art from anywhere! 

January 28 – March 25

Virtual Platform: Zoom
Instructor: TJ Simba-Medel


Supplies Needed: Internet connection, a device (mobile phone, tablet, or computer) with a working camera for video submissions.

Women’s Basketball Tournament
Mar 4 @ 6:00 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

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The women of the SEC are back to compete in the 2021
Women’s Basketball Tournament! Catch all of the action
and see who will be crowned champion at the Bon Secours
Wellness Arena March 3-7!

True Home Open Mic at Flood Gallery
Mar 4 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Flood Gallery

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.

Acting: An Organic Approach Adult Class w/ Studio 52
Mar 4 @ 6:45 pm – 7:45 pm
Online
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Acting: An Organic Approach

This virtual acting class for life-long-learners is designed to unlock your potential as a storyteller through a down-to-earth, accessible approach to acting. Led by professional actor, stage manager, and educator Bill Munoz, this class celebrates each student’s unique perspective and invites them to bring that wealth of life experience to the characters they portray. Through engaging acting activities and discussions, students will explore theatrical text within a supportive and low-pressure environment. Whether you’re just building your actor toolbox or revisiting the craft after many years, this course will ignite your creativity, inspire you to live in-the-moment, and invite you to reconnect with your sense of play and curiosity. No previous acting experience required.

Age: Adult (18+)
Virtual Platform: Zoom
Instructor: Bill Muñoz

Supplies Needed: A stable internet connection and a journal for notes, reflections, and musings.

Hamilton Postponed
Mar 4 @ 7:00 pm – 9:45 pm
Peace Center

 

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Postponed

Important Information
The performances of Hamilton at the Peace Center have been postponed until late summer 2022.

The Peace Center is working to reschedule the events, and new dates will be announced as soon as possible. Ticket holders will be contacted when details become available.

This “theatrical landmark has transformed theater and the way we think about history” (The New York Times)

Hamilton is the story of America then, told by America now. Featuring a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and Broadway, Hamilton has taken the story of American founding father Alexander Hamilton and created a revolutionary moment in theater — a musical that has had a profound impact on culture, politics, and education. With book, music, and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, direction by Thomas Kail, choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler, and musical supervision and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire, Hamilton is based on Ron Chernow’s acclaimed biography. It has won Tony®, Grammy®, and Olivier Awards, the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, and an unprecedented special citation from the Kennedy Center Honors.

Billy Montana
Mar 4 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Genevieve's

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Multi-platinum singer-songwriter Billy Montana takes the Genevieve’s stage to share his songs showcasing his signature talent for tapping into powerful emotion through lyrics.

A critically-acclaimed writer for some of country music’s biggest stars, Montana’s credits include Garth Brooks’ record-breaking single “More Than a Memory,” Sara Evans’ smash “Suds in the Bucket” and the Grammy-nominated “Bring On the Rain” recorded by Jo Dee Messina with Tim McGraw. His most recent chart topper, “Hard to Love,” is the title cut from Lee Brice’s 2012 album. With more than 100 published credits, the prolific lyricist has worked with Kenny Chesney, Martina McBride, Jason Aldean, Blake Shelton, Lee Ann Womack, Kellie Pickler, Kenny Rogers and many others. His music can be heard on his latest album release, Songs For Sale, as well as ABC’s hit TV show “Nashville.”

Friday, March 5, 2021
American nonstop flights in JUNE from AVL to Boston, Chicago and Washington DC
Mar 5 all-day
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
merican Airlines and Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) are growing together again!  In anticipation of increasing interest in travel to the Asheville area, American is launching new daily nonstop service to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) as well as new Saturday service to Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) and Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) in time for summer.
Service to DCA begins June 3 and will operate through Sept. 7. Flights to BOS and ORD both begin June 5, and will operate through Nov. 6 and Sept. 4, respectively. All flights will be operated on regional aircraft equipped with 76 seats in a two-cabin configuration.
With the addition of these new routes, American will operate a record of 12 peak day flights at AVL.
“American continues to show significant commitment to the western North Carolina market,” said Lew Bleiweis, A.A.E., Executive Director of the Greater Asheville Regional Airport Authority. “It is exciting to welcome these new routes this summer, which are great new options for travelers. The connectivity American offers is very important to the quality air service available at AVL, and I thank them for their amazing partnership.”
“As more customers look for opportunities to get away and explore the great outdoors, American is eager to expand travel options to the Asheville region,” said Brian Znotins, Vice President of Network Schedule and Planning for American. “In-airport and on board, our team has taken every effort to ensure the well-being of customers throughout their travels while offering more flexibility and choice than ever before.”
NEW ROUTE SCHEDULES
ROUTE
DCA > AVL
AVL > DCA
ORD > AVL
AVL > ORD
BOS > AVL
AVL > BOS
DATES OF OPERATION
June 3 – September 7, 2021
(Daily)
June 5 – September 4, 2021
(Saturdays)
June 5 – November 6, 2021
(Saturdays)
FLIGHT TIMES
Dep DCA: 2:45pm | Arr AVL: 4:20pm
Dep AVL: 5:00pm | Arr DCA: 6:35pm
Dep ORD: 1:20pm | Arr AVL: 4:14pm
Dep AVL: 6:00pm | Arr ORD: 7:12pm
Dep BOS: 10:05am | Arr AVL: 1:00pm
Dep AVL: 1:40pm | Arr BOS: 4:30pm
American offers nonstop flights from AVL to:  Charlotte, N.C. (5-7 daily departures), Chicago, Ill. (Saturdays, summer seasonal), Dallas-Fort Worth, Tx. (twice daily), and Washington, D.C. (daily, summer-early fall).  Flights can be booked at www.aa.com.