Events Calendar
Explore family friendly events, theatres, galleries, concerts, nightlife, things to do, and more in the Greenville, SC and Upstate areas.
Interested in adding an event to our calendar? Please click the green “Post Your Event” button below.
Voted “Best Place to Learn” by Outside, NOC Paddling School has taught more paddlers than anyone else, with 50 years of experience going into every class. Our commitment to the sport and to providing the best possible instruction has not waivered. So come and let us be your respected and experienced instructor.
Whitewater Kayaking Instruction
Youth Paddling Programs
Specialty Paddling Programs
Professional Training for Paddlers
Canoe Courses
The Education program at Flat Rock Playhouse is undergoing a name change! We are excited to streamline our program and we can’t wait to share the news with you!
Our new name will be Playhouse Jr.!
This new name will encompass many things. You might ask….what is Playhouse Jr.?
Playhouse Jr. means many things and we are excited to share this news with our community!
We are introducing a new software system for our Playhouse Jr. families! This new system will make your life easier! Once you have registered you are in our system for good. That means that once you register all you have to do is access your account to purchase any classes and camps moving forward. No need to register every time!
To register for our new system and to enroll in classes please visit this link: https://app.jackrabbitclass.com/regv2.asp?id=548849
Questions? Please email [email protected]!
Want to register over the phone? No problem! You can call our Education Director, Lauren Hopkins at (828)693-0403 ext. 246 starting Monday March 6!
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NC State Parks’ Year of the Trail continues with a celebration of how our trails transform each spring. Bring your camera on your next excursion in the park and capture budding wildflowers, spring hikers, or whatever you encounter along the way. You may even win a prize for your efforts!
GREAT PRIZES WILL BE AWARDED TO 3 WINNING ENTRIES
1st Prize: The winning photo will be our Facebook cover photo for two weeks, and the photographer will receive two annual passes to Chimney Rock State Park and lunch for four at the Old Rock Café.
2nd Prize: After the first place photo, the second place photo will be our Facebook cover photo for one week. The photographer will receive one annual pass to Chimney Rock State Park and lunch for two at the Old Rock Café.
3rd Prize: The third place photographer will receive two adult day passes (or one family pack of day passes) to Chimney Rock State Park and lunch for two at the Old Rock Café.
Camps for all passions and interests
Summer STEM & Astronomy, and Space Exploration Camps
Residential summer camps for kids in grades 6th-12th on topics like astronomy, robotics, cryptography, and 3D modeling and printing, and more. Including our premiere camp experience, Above and Beyond.
Weekend STEM & Astronomy, and Space Exploration Camps
Curriculum or astronomical event based camps for educators and scout leaders.
Tailored Camps
Build your own camping experience according to your interest.
| Summer Counselor Application 6/1 – 7/31 Ages 17 years 6 months – 99 $0.00 |
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| Counselor in Training Application – Full Summer Session 6/11 2 PM – 7/27 10 AM Ages 16 years 6 months – 18 years 6 mont $0.00 |
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| Counselor in Training Application – Mini Session 1 6/11 2 PM – 6/30 10 AM Ages 16 years 6 months – 18 years 6 mont $0.00 |
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| Exoplanet Exploration 6/11 4 PM – 6/22 10 AM Grades 8th – 12th $3,960.00 |
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| Secrets of a Spy Station 6/25 4 PM – 6/30 10 AM Grades 6th – 8th $1,700.00 |
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| Counselor in Training Application – Mini Session 2 7/2 2 PM – 7/27 10 AM Ages 16 years 6 months – 18 years 6 mont $0.00 |
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| Above & Beyond 7/2 4 PM – 7/13 10 AM Grades 9th – 12th $3,960.00 |
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| Milky Way Trailblazers 7/16 4 PM – 7/27 10 AM Grades 9th – 12th $3,960.00 |
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Registration is ongoing through the year. Get new updates and access all previous entries in a convenient online library.
The Curator’s Journal by Bonsai Curator Arthur Joura is a year-long course offering the ultimate insider’s view of bonsai at The North Carolina Arboretum. Regular entries chronicle growing an art and growing an enterprise. Some journal entries will be long and others more brief; some will be mostly words and others mostly pictures; some will be close-up studies of detail and others will step back to take in the wider scene. The path will not be linear, but all the entries will be steps along a journey.
You’re invited to come along.
VIRTUAL RAILFAN is live from the Hub City RR Museum in Spartanburg.
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]
Carolina Railroad Heritage Association
The Carolina Railroad Heritage Association is a <501(c)(3)> not for profit local association of approximately eighty members who enjoy railroads and railroad history. The CRHA is currently meeting the third Friday of each month in Fountain Inn, SC at 7:00 pm. Programs at the meetings include presentations on historical and current railroads and are presented by members as well as outside speakers. Our activities include a photo contest, occasional field trips to local railroad sites, picnics and a December pot luck dinner. CRHA members volunteer at our museum and caboose in Spartanburg, SC. If you have an interest in railroads, contact Dave Winans at [email protected] for more information about the CRHA.
For membership, please download and print the membership application and follow the instructions.
Museum Hours:
Wed: 10am – 2pm
Sat: 10am – 2pm
The Greenville State Farmers Market includes retail sheds and farmer stalls that offer a wide variety of locally grown products and specialty goods. Both quality and variety are standards for the volume of products offered for sale at the Greenville State Farmers Market. Market operations continue Monday – Saturday all year long, ceasing for only two holidays: Christmas and New Year’s Day.
Find information about upcoming events and what’s in season at our market’s Facebook page.
Office Hours
Retail Hours
Monday – Saturday • 8 am – 6 pm
Admission and parking are free
Closed Christmas Day and New Year’s Day
Spring Break Camps
Mon., April 10 – Fri., April 14
The museum is excited to offer a line of Spring Break Camps for children aged 6 – 11 years old. Each day will focus on a different subject matter from science to history and art. Sign up for one day or the whole week! Registration is now open!
The South Carolina State Museum in Columbia is excited to offer a line of Spring Break Camps for children aged 6 – 11 years old. Each day will focus on a different subject matter from science to history and art.
Customize Your Camp Schedule
Every camp day features: morning social time with other campers, museum exploration time, hands-on and interactive activities, snack time and lunch time. Extended Day includes a snack time and exploration.
Registration Opens January 2023
QUESTIONS? Call 803.898.4999 or email [email protected]
Camp Pricing
Non-member:
$45 per student per day / $55 with Extended Day*
Members:
$36 per student per day/ $44 with Extended Day*
* Regular camp ends at 3 p.m. / Extended day camp ends at 5:30 p.m.
Camp Hours
Drop Off: 8 – 8:30 a.m.
Camp: 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Pick-up: 3 – 3:30 p.m.
Extended Day: 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Ext. Day Pick-up: 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Choose Your Camp Experience(s)
Each day campers will be divided into groups by age. One group for those aged 6 – 8 years and one for those aged 9 – 11 years. Please note: this webpage is updated periodically and availability of these camps is not guaranteed until registration is confirmed.
Spring Starshine
Mon., April 10
The Sun is gearing up to be the star of the show, with solar maximum as well as a total solar eclipse coming up in the next few years. We’ll learn about the star responsible for the warm sunshine we enjoy here on Earth, not only this spring but throughout the year. In the process we’ll create a fanciful yet scientifically motivated solar wreath that models some the main features and components of the Sun.
Argh You Ready for Pirate Day?!
Tues., April 11
Ahoy! Prepare for the high seas in this pirate themed day where campers will learn how pirates impacted coastal South Carolina as well as dispel some of the myths surrounding this fascinating but important group of people. Campers will make pirate hats, crew flags, and take part in a human-sized game of Battleship.
We’re Going to Need a Bigger Bot
Wed., April 12
Oh no! On their way to the museum, some of our robots got lost and found themselves on a deserted island! Help Ozobot Evo and Sphero Bolt get moving on this unusual terrain while campers design their own islands and maneuver robotic obstacle courses while learning code.
Conversations about Conservation
Thurs., April 13
Learn to make a better sea for you and me! In this conservation themed camp see how we impact the ocean ecosystem. Learn about UV rays with UV beads, discover the importance of sunscreen and what reef-safe sunscreens are, and create wearable recyclables all to help our oceanic friends.
Deep Diving Art
Fri., April 14
In our final day of camp, let’s deep dive into some art! On this day we will explore some ways to use recycled materials to make coral reefs and look at some efforts to conserve them by creating installations in our own miniature marine dioramas.
Important Information
DROP-OFF & PICK UP
Please stay tuned for information on Drop-Off and Pick-Up locations.
· Special Camp Phone Number! The museum is closed on Mondays and before 10am Tues-Fri. If you need to contact the SCSM Camp Team please text or call (803)239-9380. For all inquiries regarding membership, adding extended day or a day of camp, or other payment inquiries, please call Group Visits at (803)898-4999.
· Every day we will ask you to verify your camper’s security information for the day. Please give yourself a little extra time on your camper’s first day so that we can make sure your camper is totally safe and secure with us here at the South Carolina State Museum.
· Late drop-off may cause your camper to miss activities. We’ll do our best to get them caught up but we may not be able to adjust our schedule every time. We are also unable to repeat activities missed due to absenteeism. We’ll do our best to send materials home so that you can still complete the activities!
· At 3:31 p.m. campers will be considered part of the Extended Day Camp and charged the extended day camp fee.
· Please avoid picking up campers between 2:30-3:00 p.m. as we are in the middle of activities at that time. If you arrive between 2:30-3:00 p.m. we will ask you if pick-up is immediate or if they have time to finish up their current activity.
EXTENDED DAY
SCSM knows caregivers are very busy and sometimes picking up your camper right at 3pm can be difficult. We are happy to offer a fun and entertaining Extended Day Camp where students can continue to explore the museum and participate in activities until 5:30pm. Extended Day is an additional cost.
Included with admission
Embark on a scenic journey across George Vanderbilt’s Italy with a large-scale outdoor display that combines brilliant botanical designs with authentic messages written by Vanderbilt himself.
Beautifully handcrafted of natural elements, each sculptural postcard depicts a location or landmark Vanderbilt visited more than a century ago. This captivating complement to Biltmore’s Italian Renaissance Alive exhibition reveals Vanderbilt’s passions for travel, culture, architecture, and art as well as his personal experience of such renowned Italian cities as Milan, Florence, Venice, Pisa, and Vatican City.
Adding to the charm and visual appeal of Ciao! From Italy—sure to be a hit among kids of all ages—is the G-scale model train that travels in and out of each postcard in this enlightening display!
The opening week of our Spring Plant Sale begins Thursday, April 13th thru Saturday, April 15th! Stop by our *NEW nursery from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon April 13-15 to shop for beautiful trees, shrubs, perennials, and grasses for your home garden.
After the first week, the Plant Sale will be held from 9 am-12 noon every Tuesday through Friday.
Many of the plants have been propagated and nurtured here at Hatcher Garden. Please visit our Facebook page or check here for more information.
*See the progress of our new nursery beside our office at 832 John B. White Sr. Blvd. The nursery will be completed by the Plant Sale. THANK YOU to all donors, volunteers, and staff for making this more accessible nursery possible.
Proceeds from the Spring Plant Sale provide essential funding for the continual beautification and creation of colorful garden venues along the paths of Hatcher Garden.
Enjoy 10% off your plant purchase when you become a member during the sale. Members always enjoy 10% off their purchases as well as other benefits.
Can’t get to Hatcher Garden’s plant sale during normal business hours?
A great selection of plants is available for purchase at the Jess Taylor Pavilion, at the main entrance of the garden. Plants can be purchased with the honor system by placing money in the slot next to the door or scanning the PayPal QR code.
Come help out our neighbors. Food insecurities are more abundant then most think. Our pantry is volunteer ran.
Fullfilling food and household assistance orders for our neighbors. Processing donations as they come in. Keeping the pantry stocked and clean.
The opening week of Hatcher Garden Spring Plant Sale begins Thursday, April
13th through Saturday, April 15th! Stop by our NEW nursery from 9:00 am to
12:00 noon each day of the sale to shop for beautiful trees, shrubs,
perennials, and grasses for your home garden.
After the first week, the Plant Sale will be held from 9am-12noon every
Tuesday through Friday.
Many of the plants have been propagated and nurtured at Hatcher Garden.
Join TATT and the Urban League of the Upstate for an informal networking event to be held from 9-10:15 a.m. on Friday, April 14 at Tri-County Technical College in Pendleton. This event will be limited to 30 people to allow for small group discussion. The topic for this session is: The Impact of Teachers on the Upstate Workforce.
Join Ten at the Top and the Urban League of the Upstate for an informal networking event to be held from 9-10:15 a.m. on Friday, April 14 at Tri-County Technical College Pendleton Campus.
The Focus Topic for this session will be: The Impact of Teachers on the Upstate Workforce.
Topic Leaders for the session will include: Dr. Galen DeHay, Tri-County Technical College; Teri Gilstrap, Anderson County Economic Development; Catherine Schumacher, Public Education Partners.
Upstate Connect is a free event, but registration is required as we will be limiting the number of participants to 30 people to allow for group conversation and social distancing. Wearing a mask is welcome at all times.
If on the day of the event you are experiencing any COVID symptoms or if you have been in contact with someone with COVID, please plan to visit us for another Upstate Connect event throughout 2023. Symptoms include: cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, chills, muscle pain, fever, sore throat, or new loss of taste and/or smell.
Holidays The Museum is closed.
Explore Biltmore House with an Audio Guide that introduces you to the Vanderbilt family and their magnificent home’s history, architecture, and collections of fine art and furnishings.
PLUS: Immersive, multi-sensory Italian Renaissance Alive exhibition created by Grande Experiences
PLUS: FREE next-day access to Biltmore’s Gardens and Grounds
This visit includes access to:
- Italian Renaissance Alive at Amherst at Deerpark®
- 8,000 Acres of Gardens and Grounds for two consecutive days
- Antler Hill Village & Winery
- Complimentary Wine Tastings at the Winery
- Tastings require a Day-of-Visit Reservation, which can be made by:
- Scanning the QR Code found in your Estate Guide
- Visiting any Guest Services location
- Complimentary parking
Art Exhibition: Italian Renaissance Alive
This fascinating experience takes you on a spellbinding tour of Italy, fully immersing you in the beauty and brilliance of iconic masterworks from the greatest artistic period in history
“Hats and headdresses are a unique and powerful lens through which one can view the human experience.”
The Global Language of Headwear: Cultural Identity, Rites of Passage, and Spirituality, a national traveling exhibition, organized by International Arts and Artists, Washington, DC, will make its only Southeastern United States stop in Greenville, SC, at the Upcountry History Museum.
Developed by independent ethnographic curator Stacey W. Miller, the exhibition explores the vital role of ceremonial headwear throughout diverse cultural customs, beliefs, and rituals. The exhibition features approximately 89 hats and headdresses from 43 different countries spanning Asia, Africa, Europe, the Middle East, and North and South America.
Organized in five distinct categories – Cultural Identity; Power, Prestige, and Status; Ceremonies and Celebrations; Spiritual Beliefs; and Protection – the exhibition showcases these mutual themes amid a range of traditions.
The exhibition pays tribute to the stunning diversity of the world’s cultures. The hats and headdresses are part of a private collection of 1300 extraordinary pieces of international headwear that date from the mid to late 20th century.
From headdresses and helmets to turbans and crowns, visitors will explore the vital role of ceremonial headwear throughout diverse cultural customs, beliefs and rituals. Transcending utilitarian purposes, each head covering is a work of art – not merely because of the skill required to make it, but also as a singular expression of creativity and cultural meaning. The profusion of shapes, styles, and materials, as well as the ingenious use of embellishments to decorate the hats, are limited only by imagination.
The beliefs and rituals of these many cultures, and the ceremonial objects that accompany them, ultimately unite an international community. Comparatively, both the Plains Indian feathered war bonnet and the Congolese Misango MaPende crown, both featured in the exhibition, though from vastly different regions and civilizations, represent a position of leadership and status, and only those who have earned the right to wear one may do so.
The Global Language of Headwear exhibition colorfully demonstrates that each distinct society can be viewed through a similar lens of rites of passage, heritage, and identity.
“The idea is not to live forever; it is to create something that will.”
Andy Warhol
One of the 20th century’s best-known artists, Andy Warhol (1928-1987) made his name in the early 1960s with paintings and prints of brand celebrities and foods ranging from Marilyn Monroe and Elizabeth Taylor to Coca-Cola and Campbell’s Soup. These brash, innovative works are considered icons of Pop Art, a movement that both critiqued and celebrated postwar American consumer culture. By the end of the decade, Warhol had become a celebrity in his own right, equally famous for his platinum wig and the star-studded parties he threw in his studio, the Factory, as he was for his paintings, drawings, sculpture, and films.
Before spearheading the Pop Art movement, in the 1950s Warhol achieved success on Madison Avenue as one of New York’s most popular advertising artists. A skilled and inventive illustrator, Warhol won several Art Director’s Club awards for his work on Columbia records LP cover designs, I. Miller shoe drawings, and additional advertising work for Martini & Rossi, Glamour, Harper’s Bazaar and Vogue magazines.
Once his Pop art career exploded in 1962, Warhol focused on silkscreen painting and filmmaking. He based his paintings on imagery he found in the American mass media: news photos, celebrity head shots, film stills, comics, logos, and advertisements. To convert his source images into paintings, Warhol made them into photo silkscreens and printed them on canvas. Smudges, misalignments, and inconsistencies were accepted, giving the paintings a handmade appearance. Sometimes the paintings included a single image, as in John Wayne (1986) and the Endangered Species series (1983). These became larger-than-life iconic portraits, while those printed in grids, suggested the way that repetition can simultaneously embed an image in one’s memory and deaden its effect.
Works by Warhol, at the Upcountry History Museum, on loan from The Cochran Collection, LaGrange, GA, will feature 36 iconic masterworks by Warhol, dating from 1968 through his last series done in 1986. This once-in-a- lifetime exhibition includes a broad cross-section of examples from Warhol’s storied career.
The exhibit explores Warhol’s responses to major moments in U.S. history, including the assassination of John F. Kennedy, Neil Armstrong’s moon landing, and the perception of Native Americans in the aftermath of the bicentennial of the United States. Also included is Warhol’s entire series of “Myths”. This body of work was completed in 1981 and showcases Warhol’s lifetime fascination with Hollywood imagery. “Myths” marks a return to Warhol’s formative encounters with figures such as Howdy Doody, the Wicked Witch of the West, Superman, Mickey Mouse and many more.