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All new! In 2017, we broke box office records with A Flat Rock Playhouse Christmas. In 2018, come join us for a brand new version of this holiday tradition.
Matinees: Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00PM
Evenings: Wednesdays and Thursdays at 7:30PM. Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00PM
Flat Rock Playhouse Mainstage
2661 Greenville Highway Flat Rock, NC 28731
Reclaimed Creations is a unique sculpture exhibit created by renowned artist Sayaka Ganz. Utilizing reclaimed plastic objects, such as discarded utensils, Ganz creates amazing sculptures that visually appear unified at a distance, but are in fact separated when examined up close. Described as using a “3D impressionistic” style, Ganz’s exhibit includes installations of animals in motion, which are in rich in color and energy, to create an illusion of form.
About the Artist
Born in Yokohama, Japan, Sayaka Ganz grew up living in Japan, Brazil and Hong Kong. She received her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Indiana University, Bloomington, and a Master of Fine Arts degree in sculpture from Bowling Green State University in Ohio. A lecturer and teacher, Ganz’s work has been displayed at various institutions around the globe, including the Hermann Geiger Foundation in Cecina, Italy, the Isle Gallery in Isle of Man, and the Monterey Bay Aquarium in California.
My work is about perceiving harmony, even in situations that appear chaotic from the inside. When observing my sculptures up close, one might see gaps, holes and items being held on only by small points; step away, however, and the sculptures reveal the harmony created when the objects are aligned to the same general (but not identical) direction. Similarly, it is important to gain perspective by stepping back from current problems and look at the larger picture. Then one can perceive the beauty and patterns that exist.”
All Aboard THE POLAR EXPRESS! This memorable journey will take you on an incredible journey! Believe the magic this Holiday season!
Over 88,000 guests rode THE POLAR EXPRESS with the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad in 2017 and we hope to see you in 2018! The 1¼ hour round-trip excursion comes to life as the train departs the Bryson City depot for a journey through the quiet wilderness for a special visit at the North Pole. Set to the sounds of the motion picture soundtrack, guests on board will enjoy warm cocoa and a treat while listening and reading along with the magical story. Children’s faces show the magic of the season when the train arrives at the North Pole to find Santa Claus waiting. Santa will board THE POLAR EXPRESS, greeting each child and presenting them with a special gift as in the story, their own silver sleigh bell. Christmas carols will be sung as they return back to the Bryson City Depot.
THE POLAR EXPRESS begins November 9, 2018, and operates through December 31, 2018.
Room: Barrett Room
Category: Health & Fitness
Contact Name: Bernadette
Contact Phone: 864-596-3502
Contact Email: [email protected]
Please bring your own blanket or mat. All ages and ability levels are welcome. Free of charge.
This event takes place in the Davis Mission Chapel on the SMC Campus. A campus map is here: http://www.smcsc.edu/campus-map.
Appropriate for children of all ages! The event is free.
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Children of all ages, take heart. Santa was a real person and, unsurprisingly, generous and kind to all. Kick off your holiday season by hearing about the man who became Santa Claus. On Friday, Nov. 30, at 11 a.m., Dr. Kris Pratt, Spartanburg Methodist College professor of religion, will give a talk titled “Saint Nicholas in History and Legend.” The event will take place in the Davis Mission Chapel on the SMC campus.It is free and open to the public.
Life wasn’t candy canes and bowls full of jelly for the real St. Nick, said Pratt. Nicholas, who lived over 1700 years ago in what is now Turkey, overcame the sudden deaths of his parents and being arrested during the Diocletian persecution of Christians to become a man revered for his many virtues.
“He was generous with his possessions, once lifting an entire family out of poverty with a secret gift of gold,” Pratt said. “During his life he was a respected leader of the early Christian movement.”
Pratt’s talk, which is appropriate for adults, children and elves, will focus on three stories of Saint Nicholas: the story of the Three Dowries, the story of the Military Officers, and the story of the Three Clerks.
“All of these stories show Nicholas’ concern for the vulnerable in society – the poor, the prisoner, etc. – as well as his generous spirit,” Pratt says. Images of Saint Nicholas will accompany his talk.
“Saint Nicholas in History and Legend” is part of SMC’s Interdisciplinary Series, which features performances, speakers and art experiences that enhance the liberal arts mission of the college. More information about the Interdisciplinary Series may be found at www.smcsc.edu/interdis
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This will be our 4th year hosting the Christmas Market, it’s always a huge success for our vendors. If you’re interested in becoming a vendor here is the registration link https://my.5pointchurch.com/registration/market if you have additional questions email [email protected]
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Come and Join Family Promise. This is going to Bee a time to learn more about Family Promise and its mission.
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Welcome the Christmas season with your favorite carols and thousands of twinkling lights! And enjoy other activities including a choir concert, Christmas dinner in the Dining Common and a band concert. If you have children or grandchildren, bring them early for the afternoon activities including a scavenger hunt and cookie decorating.
Can’t make it to campus? We’ll be webcasting the Lighting and Carol Sing beginning at 6:30 p.m.
bju.edu/christmas
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- Nearly one million twinkling lights
- Countless decorative images
- Holly Jolly Christmas Parade
- Animated Story Tree
- Animal Characters
- Nightly visits with Santa (start at 6:00PM through December 23)
- Warm memories and holiday cheer around the Jingle Bell Bonfire
- Hot cocoa, s’mores and other festive foods available for purchase
While you may spot a few night owls during Lights, most of our residents will be off-exhibit to catch some zzz’s.
Open 5:00 – 10:00 p.m. Advance Tickets Required. Enjoy the wonder of the park dazzlingly lit for the holidays, with a nighttime train and more.
Greetings Beautiful Human!
I am excited to invite you to join me as I officially release the mixtape to the multimedia project, “i am from a punch & a kiss”! I have asked some of my favorite artists to share the space with me, including, Kimbi TheGoddess Tiez, Max Lit, Lindsey Lyla Flower Stevens, Tre Dekine, Caroline Caldwell & JF Ion Dra, Blaq Socrates, and Shemu’el Namaste & Calvin Byrd of AKATA Visions!!! Our host for the evening will be Fire (Monique Walton)!!!! The location is an artist haven created by the master mind, Pierre Houey! Food will be provided by the amazing chef, Traci Barr! Be prepared for a blend of soul, poetry, trap, meditation, creativity, and high vibes! With music, open bar, and amazing folks from across the Carolinas, you should be prepared for an amazing time!
What Are We Celebrating?
I applied to attend NYU’s MFA Writers’ Workshop in Paris less than one month ago. I had no idea what would happen, but I felt strongly to apply, and I did. When asked previously about whether I would apply for an MFA, I had always said no. The truth is, I had several fears:
1. Will I reduce my writing to the expectations of academia, forgetting to speak truth to power?
2. What will happen if I continue to ignore this call I feel to engage more deeply the process of writing?
3. Can I afford this?
4. How can this MFA elevate a transformative voice in the world?
5. Will my family freak out? (None of us has left the country before.)
With a short span of time to submit, I went into meditation, had difficult conversations with myself and loved ones about what I desire, and I reached out to people to submit letters of recommendations on my behalf. They each said yes, and I received notice last week that I have been accepted for admittance!!!
Funds used to apply and enroll were all thanks to my Patreon supporters (Cassandra Byrd, Courtney Leak, ShAy Black, Susan Lea, Charmell Davis Teasley, Vernetta Dekine, Tamara Marie, Creative Agitators, Ian Morris, Max Lit, and Hayle Oswell)! I am also thankful to my forgetting that I had setup a new Paypal account. Hehe! It was like finding an artist’s savings…imagine that?! THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT THIS YEAR! It has been beautiful to witness this all unfold without my knowing how!
What Will Funds Be Used For?
Currently, I am the Executive Director of a small nonprofit that works to heal what divides us. I teach college part-time, and I will soon be doing other part-time work. My work reaches wide as a poet and social worker, having great impact. However, these are not highly funded positions. I will be working full-time and completing this MFA full-time. LEHGO!
Your ticket fee, purchase of my book, and/or mixtape will assist me with roundtrip travel to Paris. Your decision to come out and have a good time & celebrate will also help with lodging during the four 10-day periods. TRUST ME, I HAVE DECIDED TO REALLY CELEBRATE.
Throw a party?! I have been accused of seeing the glass half empty when it is indeed half full, and this is too often the case. This is changing. There is growth and so much beauty on its way.I cannot wait until you hear these poems bathed in music LIVE!!!
Can’t make it out? Purchase the book or album at sapientsoul.bandcamp.com & sapientsoul.bandcamp.com/merch
Feel free to send your gift through any of the following methods:
Cash App: $SapeSoul
Paypal: [email protected]
Marlanda Dekine, PO Box 7133, Spartanburg, SC 29304
I hope you can come out & join us for a good time! I am thankful.
-Sapient Soul
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Bring a friend and come compete in our 2 different events – Every participant who brings a friend will receive a D20 and their friend will receive one as well!
(If you can’t bring anybody feel free to come and play!)
-Two Headed Giant Draft-
Start time 6:30
3 rounds
$15 per person!
We will be pulling cards out of core set 2019
Each team will be receiving 6 booster packs and will be drafting together!
Each player will be creating a minimum 40 card deck
Each team will have a life total starting at 30 and will share all resources except land cards on the table and their own hands
Prizes will be based on attendance
Minimum 8 players to start
Rules for 2 Headed Giant: https://magic.wizards.com/en/content/two-headed-giant-format
-Standard-
Start time: 6:30
$5 to enter
Minimum of 8 players to begin
Prizes based on attendance
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Questions will cover random trivia including, but not limited to books, wine, & art. Previous categories have covered musical instruments, cereal, & common bonds just to name a few. The winning team will receive their bar tab (including food) paid up to $50! You can have teams up to 6.
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Chris Young, Dan And Shay & Morgan Evans
November 30, 2018, 7:30 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena
Greenville, SC
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Mount St. Helen’s nuns are putting on a Christmas show which is an original ballet based on “The Nutcracker“. The show is filled with the traditional “nunsense humor” and one-liners that have made the Nunsense shows so popular.
2 full sets of Songs From The Road Band! Lights, Jams, & Boogie! Let’s spread the word!
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All new! In 2017, we broke box office records with A Flat Rock Playhouse Christmas. In 2018, come join us for a brand new version of this holiday tradition.
Matinees: Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00PM
Evenings: Wednesdays and Thursdays at 7:30PM. Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00PM
Flat Rock Playhouse Mainstage
2661 Greenville Highway Flat Rock, NC 28731