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Saturday, April 23, 2022
National Park Week
Apr 23 all-day
National Parks

National Park Week

Every April, during the presidentially proclaimed National Park Week, we join with the National Park Foundation, the official charity of America’s national parks, to celebrate America’s treasures. National Park Week is a time to explore amazing places, discover stories of history and culture, help out, and find your park.

Celebrate National Park Week 2022 with us April 16 to 24! Parks across the country will host a variety of special programs, events, and digital experiences. Entrance fees are waived on April 16 to kick off National Park Week and encourage everyone to enjoy their national parks.

Stay connected with national parks during National Park Week as the celebration goes digital. (Video contains footage copyright of More Than Just Parks. All rights protected.)

Find Your Virtual Park

Theme Days: sPark Connections

This year’s National Park Week theme is “sPark Connections”. With more than 400 national parks and National Park Service programs and partnerships in communities across the country, there is something new for everyone! And a lot closer to home than you may think. Each day of National Park Week, sPark a connection with us exploring a new theme.

April 16: sPark Discovery National Park Week kicks off with a fee-free day to encourage everyone to find something new by visiting a national park, especially one that may be close to home, a park you haven’t considered visiting, or one you never realized is a national park! What new national park will you discover?

Sunday, April 17: sPark Creativity National parks have inspired artistic expression and creativity for generations. What is your park muse? What masterpiece can you create?

Monday, April 18: sPark Collaboration We get along with a little help from our friends. Meet our many partners that help expand our reach and offerings and connect people to parks. How can you get involved or participate in opportunities?

Tuesday, April 19: sPark Innovation The National Park Service incorporates the latest technology to support conservation and preservation efforts while consistently working to improve the visitor experience. How can we surprise you with innovation?

Wednesday, April 20: sPark Opportunities On Workforce Wednesday, learn about the work we do and the employment opportunities available in the National Park Service and with partner organizations. How can you join?

Thursday, April 21: sPark Preservation The National Park Service is a leader and partner in preservation of historic, cultural, natural and recreational resources nationally—and even internationally! How can you get involved in preservation?

Friday, April 22: sPark Action On Earth Day we look at the health of the environment and how we impact its wellbeing and vice versa. What actions can you do to contribute to a healthy world?

Saturday, April 23: sPark Curiosity The National Park Service preserves and protects unique places with fascinating stories and unique landscapes. What are you curious about? What fascinating things can you discover?

Sunday, April 24: sPark Memories Generations of visitors have created lasting memories in national parks. What memories and traditions will you create?

Social Media

Share you National Park Week experiences and memories on social media using hashtags #NationalParkWeek and #sParkConnections. You can also use a special hashtag for each theme day.

April 16: #sParkDiscovery

Sunday, April 17: #sParkCreativity

Monday, April 18: #sPark Collaboration

Tuesday, April 19: #sParkInnovation

Wednesday, April 20: #sParkOpportunities

Thursday, April 21: #sParkPreservation

Friday, April 22: #sParkAction

Saturday, April 23: #sParkCuriosity

Sunday, April 24: #sParkMemories

National Park Week is Official!

Did you know National Park Week is recognized by a presidential proclamation? Each year, National Park Week is declared a special time to celebrate national parks and programs across the country and to encourage everyone to discover the nation’s diverse natural and cultural heritage.

VIRTUAL RAILFAN is live from the Hub City RR Museum in Spartanburg
Apr 23 all-day
online

Our annual Train Day event attracts hundreds of visitors

The Virtual Railfan cameras were installed on Tuesday, July 6th at the Hub City Railroad Museum. There is one camera looking north and one looking south. The Hub City RR Museum wants to thank the City of Spartanburg for allowing us to install the cameras, and to Virtual Railfan for the install. We have already seen over 300 railfans at one time watching the video feed.
Links to live feeds:
[North Camera feed]
[South Camera feed]

Wheels for Meals Charity Ride
Apr 23 @ 6:30 am – 4:00 pm
Trailblazer Park, Travelers Rest

Join us for the 16th annual Wheels for Meals Charity Ride benefiting the homebound clients of Meals on Wheels of Greenville. With four routes and a Family Fun Ride, Wheels for Meals welcomes cyclists of all ages and abilities. Strategically-designed courses, fully-stocked rest stops, clearly marked routes, SAG vehicles and mechanical support are provided for rider safety and satisfaction. After the race, we invite you to celebrate the day with family and friends at the Post-Ride Celebration featuring food from Papi’s Tacos and beverages from New Belgium Brewery.

Schedule of Events

Thursday, April 21, 2022

Online pre-registartion closes at 8:00 am

Friday, April 22, 2022

12:00 – 7:00 pm | Pre-Registration & Packet Pickup
Meals on Wheels of Greenville, 15 Oregon St, Greenville, SC

Saturday April 23, 2022

6:30 am – 8:00 am | Registration & Packet Pickup
7:30 am | 100-mile English Century departs
8:30 am | 25-mile, 50-mile, and 72-mile rides depart

9:00 am | Family Fun ride departs

11:00 am – 4:00 pm | Post-ride Celebration

All rides depart from Trailblazer Park in Travelers Rest. Please arrive 30 minutes early to gear up and hear announcements

Registration Fees

10-mile Family Fun Ride | children under 12: Free

10-mile Family Fun Ride | adults and children 12 and up: $15.00

25-mile, 50-mile, 72-mile and 100-mile English Century:

  • October 2021 – January 31: $35
  • February 1 – March 31: $45
  • April 1 – 21: $55
  • Packet Pickup and Event Day (April 22-  23): $60

 

Event Gear

Every Wheels for Meals registrant will receive a Wheels for Meals Charity Ride registration prize. Wheels for Meals t-shirts and additional water bottles are available for purchase at registration. A limited quantity will also be available at packet pickup and the event, while supplies last.

Spring Fling
Apr 23 @ 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
Downtown Spartanburg

Spring Fling 2019

When spring arrives in Spartanburg, it can only mean one thing – it’s time for a fling!

There are surprises on every corner, whether it’s a stage filled with non-stop entertainment or new attractions. The festival features four stages, offering everything from entertainment options for the little ones in the Family Fun Zone to national entertainers playing their hits for one of the Upstate’s largest and most enthusiastic crowds.

In addition, each year Spring Fling includes a wide variety of food and market vendors, special attractions like the Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System Criterium cycling race, and our Family Fun Zone for the kids. There’s definitely something for everyone at Spring Fling!

Dray’s Shuckin; on the Lawn
Apr 23 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Eighteen Hundred Drayton Catering & Events

Dray's Shuckin; on the Lawn

Chef Bob & Bradley will be roasting oysters on the Lawn at Drayton Mills.

Enjoy fresh oysters, low country boil and all the fixin’s!

Music by local musicians, prizes, raffles, games, fun! – a great event for the whole family! A cash bar will be available!

Get Sparkled with Fairy Hair
Apr 23 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Vestique

Join us for some fun and get glammed up with Magical Fairy Hair!
You can still wash, brush, comb, curl, flat iron, (up to 450°!), color, straighten, perm, blow it dry, get your haircut, etc.
Do whatever you normally do to your hair!
Long lasting, fun and affordable!
Space is limited. Appointments required.
BOOK NOW at FairyKimSparkles.com/calendar

#greenvillesc #yeahtathgreenville #gvl #gvltoday #greenvillehair #fairyhair #hairtinsel #glitterhair #hairsparkles

Rocky Cove Railroad Exhibit
Apr 23 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
NC Arboretum

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.

Spring Break Animal Encounters
Apr 23 @ 2:00 pm
Chimney Rock State Park

Image result for Chimney Rock Park

Did you know our staff had a wild side? Join a Park naturalist to meet some of our live Animal Ambassadors and learn what kind of wildlife inhabits the Park and their important roles in the ecosystem. Some of our best teachers have feathers, fur, shells or scales!

Sunday, April 24, 2022
Gaffney Outlet Carnival
Apr 24 all-day
Gaffney Outlet Marketplace

Enjoy midway fun for the whole family with thrilling rides and games for all ages and favorite fair food.

Carnival admission and parking are free.

Unlimited ride wristbands (for riders 36 inches and taller) are $35 on site or online before 5 pm April 14 for $29 each, 2/$55 or 4/$99.

Ride tickets at the carnival are $1.50 each, $30/20 tickets, or $60/50 tickets plus 1 free ride. (Rides take 2 or more tickets each.) Pre-sale special: $45/50 tickets + 1 free ride. See website for coupon savings on rides and food.

Midway hours: 5-10 pm Monday – Thursday, 5-11 pm Friday, noon-11 pm Saturday, noon-10 pm Sunday

Parent/guardian supervision is required for ages 17 and younger. Please check the website for updates before attending the event. More information: 866-666-3247

National Park Week
Apr 24 all-day
National Parks

National Park Week

Every April, during the presidentially proclaimed National Park Week, we join with the National Park Foundation, the official charity of America’s national parks, to celebrate America’s treasures. National Park Week is a time to explore amazing places, discover stories of history and culture, help out, and find your park.

Celebrate National Park Week 2022 with us April 16 to 24! Parks across the country will host a variety of special programs, events, and digital experiences. Entrance fees are waived on April 16 to kick off National Park Week and encourage everyone to enjoy their national parks.

Stay connected with national parks during National Park Week as the celebration goes digital. (Video contains footage copyright of More Than Just Parks. All rights protected.)

Find Your Virtual Park

Theme Days: sPark Connections

This year’s National Park Week theme is “sPark Connections”. With more than 400 national parks and National Park Service programs and partnerships in communities across the country, there is something new for everyone! And a lot closer to home than you may think. Each day of National Park Week, sPark a connection with us exploring a new theme.

April 16: sPark Discovery National Park Week kicks off with a fee-free day to encourage everyone to find something new by visiting a national park, especially one that may be close to home, a park you haven’t considered visiting, or one you never realized is a national park! What new national park will you discover?

Sunday, April 17: sPark Creativity National parks have inspired artistic expression and creativity for generations. What is your park muse? What masterpiece can you create?

Monday, April 18: sPark Collaboration We get along with a little help from our friends. Meet our many partners that help expand our reach and offerings and connect people to parks. How can you get involved or participate in opportunities?

Tuesday, April 19: sPark Innovation The National Park Service incorporates the latest technology to support conservation and preservation efforts while consistently working to improve the visitor experience. How can we surprise you with innovation?

Wednesday, April 20: sPark Opportunities On Workforce Wednesday, learn about the work we do and the employment opportunities available in the National Park Service and with partner organizations. How can you join?

Thursday, April 21: sPark Preservation The National Park Service is a leader and partner in preservation of historic, cultural, natural and recreational resources nationally—and even internationally! How can you get involved in preservation?

Friday, April 22: sPark Action On Earth Day we look at the health of the environment and how we impact its wellbeing and vice versa. What actions can you do to contribute to a healthy world?

Saturday, April 23: sPark Curiosity The National Park Service preserves and protects unique places with fascinating stories and unique landscapes. What are you curious about? What fascinating things can you discover?

Sunday, April 24: sPark Memories Generations of visitors have created lasting memories in national parks. What memories and traditions will you create?

Social Media

Share you National Park Week experiences and memories on social media using hashtags #NationalParkWeek and #sParkConnections. You can also use a special hashtag for each theme day.

April 16: #sParkDiscovery

Sunday, April 17: #sParkCreativity

Monday, April 18: #sPark Collaboration

Tuesday, April 19: #sParkInnovation

Wednesday, April 20: #sParkOpportunities

Thursday, April 21: #sParkPreservation

Friday, April 22: #sParkAction

Saturday, April 23: #sParkCuriosity

Sunday, April 24: #sParkMemories

National Park Week is Official!

Did you know National Park Week is recognized by a presidential proclamation? Each year, National Park Week is declared a special time to celebrate national parks and programs across the country and to encourage everyone to discover the nation’s diverse natural and cultural heritage.

VIRTUAL RAILFAN is live from the Hub City RR Museum in Spartanburg
Apr 24 all-day
online

Our annual Train Day event attracts hundreds of visitors

The Virtual Railfan cameras were installed on Tuesday, July 6th at the Hub City Railroad Museum. There is one camera looking north and one looking south. The Hub City RR Museum wants to thank the City of Spartanburg for allowing us to install the cameras, and to Virtual Railfan for the install. We have already seen over 300 railfans at one time watching the video feed.
Links to live feeds:
[North Camera feed]
[South Camera feed]

Rocky Cove Railroad Exhibit
Apr 24 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
NC Arboretum

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.

Spring Fling
Apr 24 @ 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Downtown Spartanburg

Spring Fling 2019

When spring arrives in Spartanburg, it can only mean one thing – it’s time for a fling!

There are surprises on every corner, whether it’s a stage filled with non-stop entertainment or new attractions. The festival features four stages, offering everything from entertainment options for the little ones in the Family Fun Zone to national entertainers playing their hits for one of the Upstate’s largest and most enthusiastic crowds.

In addition, each year Spring Fling includes a wide variety of food and market vendors, special attractions like the Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System Criterium cycling race, and our Family Fun Zone for the kids. There’s definitely something for everyone at Spring Fling!

Spring Break Animal Encounters
Apr 24 @ 2:00 pm
Chimney Rock State Park

Image result for Chimney Rock Park

Did you know our staff had a wild side? Join a Park naturalist to meet some of our live Animal Ambassadors and learn what kind of wildlife inhabits the Park and their important roles in the ecosystem. Some of our best teachers have feathers, fur, shells or scales!

Monday, April 25, 2022
Garden Sprouts
Apr 25 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
South Carolina Botanical Garden

Garden Sprouts, March-May 2022

Mondays, March – May
Preschool children and their caregivers discover the wonders of the Botanical Garden with the guidance of Garden naturalist and educator Sue Watts. Garden Sprouts blends the Garden’s unique resources with imaginative and fun ways to learn about plants and animals. Please register the Friday before the Monday program.

 

Participants are required to adhere to Clemson’s Covid Policy at the time of the class.

Greenville Parks + Rec Afterschool Program
Apr 25 @ 2:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Various Community Centers

Afterschool

The Study Buddies Afterschool program is offered at four community centers throughout Greenville. The program runs Monday through Friday from 2:30-6 p.m. Participants will receive homework assistance, life skills development, recreational activities, educational projects, and much more. A healthy meal is provided daily for each participant. This program is open to students in K through 8th grade.

Registration is currently open for city of Greenville residents. 

Participants in the Study Buddies Afterschool program  will receive homework assistance, life skills development, recreational activities, educational projects, and much more. A healthy meal is provided daily. This program is open to students in 5K through 8th grade.

We are committed to providing our students a safe, enriching, and healthy afterschool experience. View Afterschool Health and Wellness Policy (PDF)

Dates: August 17, 2021 – June 1, 2022                                                         *Program does not run when there is no school for holidays, half days, teacher work days, vacations, or snow days (following Greenville County School calendar).

Time: 2:30 p.m. until 6:00 p.m.

Fees:  $585 for City Residents

Discounts for families registering two or more children. Payment plan available in 9 installments with the first initial payment due upon registration.

Financial Assistance: City of Greenville residents with documented financial need will automatically qualify for a reduced fee after school program. Qualified participants must complete the application and submit all required documentation to be eligible for the reduced fee. Financial aid will automatically be added to the participants online account after their application and documentation has been approved. Applications are available online (see below under documents) or in person at David Hellams Community Center or Bobby Pearse Community Center.

Financial assistance rates are $270 for the year. Sibling discounts do not apply to financial assistance rates.

Locations:

  • Bobby Pearse Community Center (FULL)
    • Elementary: Stone Academy
    • Middle: League Middle
  • David Hellams Community Center
    • Elementary: East North Street
    • Middle: Greenville Middle
  • Nicholtown Community Center
    • Elementary: Lake Forest
    • Middle: Northwood Middle
  • West Greenville Community Center
    • Elementary: AJ Whittenberg (transportation will be provided)
    • Middle: League
    • Legacy Charter School also provides transportation to the Center

Bussing Directly From The School To The Community Center: The City of Greenville DOES NOT provide transportation from the school to the afterschool site. Parents are responsible for arranging school bus transportation and also letting the school know that their child will be attending this afterschool program.

GENERAL INFORMATION

  • Refunds are not available after the first week of the program.
  • Prior to August 17, Parent/Guardian must submit all completed parent consent forms.

DOCUMENTS

Parent Handbook

Parent Handbook Forms

Financial Assistance Application Form

Afterschool Flyer

Musical Theatre 3rd – 5th Grades
Apr 25 @ 4:15 pm – 5:15 pm
Studio 52

Musical Theatre 3rd - 5th Grades

Discover the fun and fundamentals of musical theatre technique by integrating acting, singing, and simple choreography in the development of a Broadway repertoire. Students will learn proper vocal technique, storytelling through song, musical theatre-style choreography, and how to work within an ensemble. Apply your skills in an informal showcase for friends and family. With new material every semester, this class can (and should) be taken multiple times.

Instructor: Anna Kimmell

Notes: This class will be held outdoors when the weather allows. When indoors, all students and staff will be required to wear masks. 

Tuesday, April 26, 2022
Greenville Parks + Rec Afterschool Program
Apr 26 @ 2:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Various Community Centers

Afterschool

The Study Buddies Afterschool program is offered at four community centers throughout Greenville. The program runs Monday through Friday from 2:30-6 p.m. Participants will receive homework assistance, life skills development, recreational activities, educational projects, and much more. A healthy meal is provided daily for each participant. This program is open to students in K through 8th grade.

Registration is currently open for city of Greenville residents. 

Participants in the Study Buddies Afterschool program  will receive homework assistance, life skills development, recreational activities, educational projects, and much more. A healthy meal is provided daily. This program is open to students in 5K through 8th grade.

We are committed to providing our students a safe, enriching, and healthy afterschool experience. View Afterschool Health and Wellness Policy (PDF)

Dates: August 17, 2021 – June 1, 2022                                                         *Program does not run when there is no school for holidays, half days, teacher work days, vacations, or snow days (following Greenville County School calendar).

Time: 2:30 p.m. until 6:00 p.m.

Fees:  $585 for City Residents

Discounts for families registering two or more children. Payment plan available in 9 installments with the first initial payment due upon registration.

Financial Assistance: City of Greenville residents with documented financial need will automatically qualify for a reduced fee after school program. Qualified participants must complete the application and submit all required documentation to be eligible for the reduced fee. Financial aid will automatically be added to the participants online account after their application and documentation has been approved. Applications are available online (see below under documents) or in person at David Hellams Community Center or Bobby Pearse Community Center.

Financial assistance rates are $270 for the year. Sibling discounts do not apply to financial assistance rates.

Locations:

  • Bobby Pearse Community Center (FULL)
    • Elementary: Stone Academy
    • Middle: League Middle
  • David Hellams Community Center
    • Elementary: East North Street
    • Middle: Greenville Middle
  • Nicholtown Community Center
    • Elementary: Lake Forest
    • Middle: Northwood Middle
  • West Greenville Community Center
    • Elementary: AJ Whittenberg (transportation will be provided)
    • Middle: League
    • Legacy Charter School also provides transportation to the Center

Bussing Directly From The School To The Community Center: The City of Greenville DOES NOT provide transportation from the school to the afterschool site. Parents are responsible for arranging school bus transportation and also letting the school know that their child will be attending this afterschool program.

GENERAL INFORMATION

  • Refunds are not available after the first week of the program.
  • Prior to August 17, Parent/Guardian must submit all completed parent consent forms.

DOCUMENTS

Parent Handbook

Parent Handbook Forms

Financial Assistance Application Form

Afterschool Flyer

Acting 3rd – 5th Grades
Apr 26 @ 4:15 pm – 5:15 pm
Studio 52

Acting 3rd - 5th Grades

This class is designed for curious young performers eager to explore the “FUN”-damentals of acting. Through high-energy theatre games, improvisation, pantomime, storytelling, & ensemble-based activities, students will hone their theatre skills, build meaningful connections with other young artists, and discover their creative potential! In the final class, showcase what you learned in an informal performance for friends and family. With new material every semester, this class can (and should) be taken multiple times.

Instructor: Tania Battista

Notes: This class will be held outdoors when the weather allows. When indoors, all students and staff will be required to wear masks.

Musical Theatre K – 2nd Grades
Apr 26 @ 4:15 pm – 5:00 pm
Studio 52

Musical Theatre K - 2nd Grades

This fun and high-energy class combines the three fundamentals of musical theatre, acting, singing, and dance, in an accessible and exciting way! With a focus on singing technique, musicality, movement, and storytelling, students will learn new skills and make friends as they develop songs from Broadway musicals. No prior experience is necessary. With new material every semester, this class can (and should) be taken multiple times!

Instructor: Anna Kimmell

Notes: This class will be held outdoors when the weather allows. When indoors, all students and staff will be required to wear masks.