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Saturday, June 8, 2019
Sierra Nevada Beer Camp, Sat 6/8 – Mills River, NC
Jun 8 @ 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
Sierra Nevada Mills River

Come join us at

SIERRA NEVADA BEER CAMP 2019 – MILLS RIVER, NC
THE EPIC ADULT DAY CAMP RETURNS!

Saturday, June 8th

Get ready for Beer Camp, Mills River! It’s back with even more outrageous fun and games alongside 2018 favorites like human foosball, hungry human hippos, keg bowling, the obstacle course, silent disco, costume contest, and way more. Enjoy all the antics with cold Sierra Nevada beer in hand. Rally your crew and come ready to party. You might get a little dirty—just means you’ve made Beer Camp count! We’ll see you in Six Row Field, friends

TICKETS: All tickets are available starting March 1, 2019 – 10:00 a.m. until sold out.

– DAY CAMPER (1:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.): $30 – includes your first beer, access to all activities, entertainment, and FREE shuttles!
– EARLY RISER (11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.): $45 – includes entry to the festival TWO HOURS EARLY, your first beer, access to all activities, entertainment, and FREE shuttles!
– BEER & SNACK TICKETS – These tickets are redeemable for 1 can of beer, 1 non-alcoholic beverage, or 1 snack at the designated Sierra Nevada Beer & Snack Stations OR 1 sampling experience at the Sierra Nevada Sampling Station. More food options available for individual purchase by cash or credit card from our many food trucks.

**All ticket sales are online and final. Tickets are limited and will sell out. You must be 21+ and present a valid ID to attend.

BEER: We’re packin’ coolers full of your favorite cans. Now it’s an outdoor bash!

Can Beer List:
– Pale Ale
– Summerfest
– Hazy Little Thing IPA
– Tropical Torpedo IPA
– Southern Gothic
– Sierraveza
– Otra Vez Lime & Agave

Sierra Nevada Sampling Station: For one beer ticket, you’ll get to try a collection of our one-of-a-kind beers brewed in limited quantities.

MUSIC: These super talented entertainers have the festival vibes covered.

What’s a party without music? The line up of our Main Stage acts and Silent Disco DJs coming soon!
Beer Camp 2019

THE FUN STUFF: Some of our twists on traditional day camp activities
– Ropes course – It’s pretty high up, and pretty far out.
– Rock climbing wall – It’s massive, but you’re fearless, right?
– Keg bowling – Eh, it’s more like “keg chucking,” but you’re still bowling over some pins.
– Human foosball – Start recruiting your team, or draft free agents once you’re there.
– Corn hole – Because this is one of our favorite sports.
– Arts & crafts – Tap into your creative side with our friends from Glowspace Arts.
– Hammock lounge stations – Naptime is back and better than ever!
– Zorb racing – An outta-this-world human hamster wheel like you’ve never seen.
– Silent disco – Grab some headphones and dance to the beats.
– MORE RAD STUFF!

ATTIRE: Should you wear a costume? Uuuuh…yeah!

Group Costume Contest: Do you and your crew want free tickets to Beer Camp 2020 and a super sweet trophy to show off? Well, come up with a rad costume theme!

To Win:
– Post your group photo at the festival to Instagram
#beercamp and tag @sierranevada
– Let’s keep it clean, people, but have fun and show your Beer Camp spirit!

FOOD: We like tasty bites almost as much as cold craft beers, so expect some awesome culinary creations for purchase.

Camp Snacks: Check out the can stations inside the festival to find on-the-go snacks. (Nobody likes it when you’re hangry.)

Food Trucks: We’re updating this list on a rolling basis.
– Sierra Nevada Taproom – Our very own Sierra Nevada food truck will be serving up delicious farm-to-truck dishes at the fest.
– Appalachian Chic – “Our goal is to provide phenomenal fine southern fusion cuisine that’s made with love & as many ingredients as possible from our local farmers.” Appalachian Chic strives to maintain the highest quality of farm to table fresh foods available.
– Bun Intended – Four partners with a ton of culinary experience and a passion for Thai food started the Bun Intended food truck with a simple goal: serve unique, delicious Thai-inspired street food for friends, family, and fans in Asheville and WNC, while making a positive impact on the community.
– Gypsy Queen – Lebanese Street Food served with Southern Hospitality
– El Kimchi – Gourmet Food Truck serving mouth-watering Korean BBQ Tacos and more!
– Waynesville Soda Jerks – Handcrafted artisan beverages not only of the highest quality but also with a purpose.
– Mountain View BBQ – Made from a unique rub and Apple Wood smoking process, Mountain View cooks it “low and slow”.
– D.O.G.S. – Quality dogs and sausages.
– Sunshine Sammies – All natural and creative twists on your favorite childhood treats!
– Cecilia’s Kitchen – Features homemade authentic gluten free crepes, empanadas, tamales, soups, and salads.
– And MORE!

WHERE: Six Row Field at Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., Mills River, NC (FREE shuttles from Asheville and Hendersonville or parking provided at the WNC Agricultural Center)

PLEASE DON’T DRINK AND DRIVE. Really, we can’t stress this enough, if you overindulge, leave your car or bike overnight and come back for it the next day. Take the free shuttle or a taxi; you’ll make some new friends and keep everyone safe. We also created these great options for you:

– ASHEVILLE FREE SHUTTLE – Shuttles available at AB Tech’s Dogwood Lot. Shuttles start at 10:15 am and run continually until 6:30 pm.
– HENDERSONVILLE FREE SHUTTLE – Shuttles available at the Henderson County Courthouse Annex (at the corner of Grove St. and 4th Ave.). Shuttles start at 10:15 am and run continuously until 6:30 pm.
– PARKING OR TAXI/RIDESHARE – Complimentary parking available at the WNC Agricultural Center located two miles from the brewery. Shuttles will run continuously starting at 10:30 a.m. Free overnight parking is included. All taxi/Uber/Lyft/personal car pick-up will be at the WNC Ag Center.

Frequently Asked Questions can be found on our webpage.

***FESTIVAL SPECIFICS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE***
***THERE IS NO PARKING ON SITE AT SIERRA NEVADA***
***PLEASE FEST RESPONSIBLY!***

https://www.facebook.com/events/358630464926343/

Spartanburg Fringe Arts Festival
Jun 8 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
West Main Artists Cooperative

Spartanburg Fringe Arts Festival is a new summer festival in Upstate South Carolina that celebrates the creativity of those usually considered to be on the “fringe” of polite society. Throughout the month, we will present dozens of shows, exhibits, and events in theatre, music, dance, comedy, spoken word, film, and progressive thinking.

Headlining will be writer, director, producer Del Shores, the bad boy of Sordid Lives; Fun Home, a Tony-winning Broadway musical; House of Mann, mind-blowing and gender-bending fashions; and Rev. Jim Dant, a nationally recognized thought-leader in Christian acceptance of alternative lifestyles.

There will also be an art exhibit and regional performing artists in theatre, music, and literature.

https://www.facebook.com/events/248168109427599/?event_time_id=248168132760930

Tuesday, June 11, 2019
Spartanburg Fringe Arts Festival
Jun 11 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
West Main Artists Cooperative

Spartanburg Fringe Arts Festival is a new summer festival in Upstate South Carolina that celebrates the creativity of those usually considered to be on the “fringe” of polite society. Throughout the month, we will present dozens of shows, exhibits, and events in theatre, music, dance, comedy, spoken word, film, and progressive thinking.

Headlining will be writer, director, producer Del Shores, the bad boy of Sordid Lives; Fun Home, a Tony-winning Broadway musical; House of Mann, mind-blowing and gender-bending fashions; and Rev. Jim Dant, a nationally recognized thought-leader in Christian acceptance of alternative lifestyles.

There will also be an art exhibit and regional performing artists in theatre, music, and literature.

https://www.facebook.com/events/248168109427599/?event_time_id=248168139427596

Wednesday, June 12, 2019
Spartanburg Fringe Arts Festival
Jun 12 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
West Main Artists Cooperative

Spartanburg Fringe Arts Festival is a new summer festival in Upstate South Carolina that celebrates the creativity of those usually considered to be on the “fringe” of polite society. Throughout the month, we will present dozens of shows, exhibits, and events in theatre, music, dance, comedy, spoken word, film, and progressive thinking.

Headlining will be writer, director, producer Del Shores, the bad boy of Sordid Lives; Fun Home, a Tony-winning Broadway musical; House of Mann, mind-blowing and gender-bending fashions; and Rev. Jim Dant, a nationally recognized thought-leader in Christian acceptance of alternative lifestyles.

There will also be an art exhibit and regional performing artists in theatre, music, and literature.

https://www.facebook.com/events/248168109427599/?event_time_id=248168136094263

Thursday, June 13, 2019
Backline at Mighty Moo
Jun 13 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Cowpens Veterans Memorial Park

Join us at the Mighty Moo, a four-day event that boasts street dances, a golf tournament, beauty pageant, a baseball game, an arts and crafts sale, and a parade. The festival is a time for the townspeople to celebrate their history and to honor the veterans and crewmen of the USS Cowpens CVL 25 and the USS Cowpens CG63. Mr. Carswell Wynne, a veteran of the USS Cowpens CVL 25 and regular attendee of the Mighty Moo Festival says, “Words can’t explain the joy we have when coming to The Mighty Moo Festival, The Battle Ground and being with our families that have adopted us.”

https://www.facebook.com/events/830716817261861/

Spartanburg Fringe Arts Festival
Jun 13 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
West Main Artists Cooperative

Spartanburg Fringe Arts Festival is a new summer festival in Upstate South Carolina that celebrates the creativity of those usually considered to be on the “fringe” of polite society. Throughout the month, we will present dozens of shows, exhibits, and events in theatre, music, dance, comedy, spoken word, film, and progressive thinking.

Headlining will be writer, director, producer Del Shores, the bad boy of Sordid Lives; Fun Home, a Tony-winning Broadway musical; House of Mann, mind-blowing and gender-bending fashions; and Rev. Jim Dant, a nationally recognized thought-leader in Christian acceptance of alternative lifestyles.

There will also be an art exhibit and regional performing artists in theatre, music, and literature.

https://www.facebook.com/events/248168109427599/?event_time_id=248168142760929

Friday, June 14, 2019
Chautauqua History Alive Festival
Jun 14 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Hughes Main Library

Join an audience that loves talking back to history to discuss the revolutionary Malcolm X with Cynthia King, PhD chair of the Department of Communications at Furman University whose current research explores the rhetoric of African American thought.

Malcolm X is still seen as one of the most controversial figures — from one of the most highly charged periods in American history. His assassination and those of JFK, MLK and RFK rocked the nation. There is nothing more powerful and revolutionary than a martyr’s cause. Who was this ghetto hustler turned human rights activist? – Black nationalist? Freedom fighter? Racist? Demagogue? Religious zealot? – Let’s talk about it.
This event is NOT a costumed performance. Malcolm X will be performed by Darrick Johnson in the Chautauqua History Alive Festival (June 14 – 23) Free event and parking.

Spartanburg Fringe Arts Festival
Jun 14 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
West Main Artists Cooperative

Spartanburg Fringe Arts Festival is a new summer festival in Upstate South Carolina that celebrates the creativity of those usually considered to be on the “fringe” of polite society. Throughout the month, we will present dozens of shows, exhibits, and events in theatre, music, dance, comedy, spoken word, film, and progressive thinking.

Headlining will be writer, director, producer Del Shores, the bad boy of Sordid Lives; Fun Home, a Tony-winning Broadway musical; House of Mann, mind-blowing and gender-bending fashions; and Rev. Jim Dant, a nationally recognized thought-leader in Christian acceptance of alternative lifestyles.

There will also be an art exhibit and regional performing artists in theatre, music, and literature.

https://www.facebook.com/events/248168109427599/?event_time_id=248168146094262

Chautauqua History Comes Alive – Alexander Hamilton
Jun 14 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Greenville Technical College Barton Campus

Opening night of the Chautauqua History Comes Alive Festival. Alexander Hamilton portrayed by Ian Rose from Philadelphia. Outdoors under the Big Chautauqua Tent. There are chairs under the Tent. Or bring your own lawn seating. Rain Site: auditorium behind the tent.

Get ready to laugh, cry and flat out have a great time at this ten-day – two-weekend festival of non-stop live history and fun for the whole family.

30 shows performed in costume by nationally acclaimed historical interpreters. And all the shows are FREE.

Meet revolutionary people – hear their stories – ask them how their world changed.
• Duel wits with ALEXANDER HAMILTON
• Debate democracy with ANDREW JACKSON
• Survive JFK’s assassination with JACKIE KENNEDY
• Speak out for human rights with MALCOLM X
• And like HAMILTON’S WOMEN – be a part of the story.

See website for complete schedule: HistoryComesAlive.org

The Fab Four – The Ultimate Tribute
Jun 14 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Knight Theater at Levine Center for the Arts

If you want to experience the best Beatles tribute ever, you won’t want to miss The Fab Four-The Ultimate Tribute.

The Emmy Award Winning Fab Four is elevated far above every other Beatles Tribute due to their precise attention to detail. With uncanny, note-for-note live renditions of Beatles’ classics such as “Can’t Buy Me Love,” “Yesterday,” “A Day In The Life,” “Twist And Shout,” “Here Comes The Sun,” and “Hey Jude”, the Fab Four will make you think you are watching the real thing.

Their incredible stage performances include three costume changes representing every era of the Beatles ever-changing career, and this loving tribute to the Beatles has amazed audiences in countries around the world, including Japan, Australia, France, Hong Kong, The United Kingdom, Germany, Mexico and Brazil.

Presented by Tosco Music Music & MaxxMusic, The Fab Four is truly the Ultimate tribute.

The Fab Four concert is part of FABFEST which includes Tosco Music Beatles Tribute on Saturday, June 15 and a 2-day Beatles festival at the Fairfield Inn & Suites- tickets to go on sale soon!

https://www.facebook.com/events/281346949181036/

Saturday, June 15, 2019
Chautauqua History Comes Alive: Jackie Kennedy, Malcolm X, Andrew Jackson
Jun 15 @ 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
Greenville Technical College

Three different costumed historical shows and venues:
10:00am Jackie Kennedy special event at Runway Cafe at Greenville Downtown Airport, 21 Airport Rd Ext, Greenville, SC

2:00pm Malcolm X, Hartness Performing Arts Center at Christ Church Episcopal School, 245 Cavalier Dr, Greenville, SC 29607 (Off Mauldin Rd between S Pleasantburg and Fairforest Way near Conestee Park. From Mauldin Rd turn at the Lil Cricket/Marathon gas station.)

7:30p Andrew Jackson. Outdoors under the Big Chautauqua Tent. There are chairs under the Tent. Or bring your own lawn seating. Rain Site: auditorium behind the tent.

Get ready to laugh, cry and flat out have a great time at this ten-day – two-weekend festival of non-stop live history and fun for the whole family.

30 shows performed in costume by nationally acclaimed historical interpreters. And all the shows are FREE.

Meet revolutionary people – hear their stories – ask them how their world changed.
• Duel wits with ALEXANDER HAMILTON
• Debate democracy with ANDREW JACKSON
• Survive JFK’s assassination with JACKIE KENNEDY
• Speak out for human rights with MALCOLM X
• And like HAMILTON’S WOMEN – be a part of the story.

See website for complete schedule: HistoryComesAlive.org

Chautauqua History Alive Festival
Jun 15 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Hughes Main Library

Join an audience that loves talking back to history to discuss the revolutionary Malcolm X with Cynthia King, PhD chair of the Department of Communications at Furman University whose current research explores the rhetoric of African American thought.

Malcolm X is still seen as one of the most controversial figures — from one of the most highly charged periods in American history. His assassination and those of JFK, MLK and RFK rocked the nation. There is nothing more powerful and revolutionary than a martyr’s cause. Who was this ghetto hustler turned human rights activist? – Black nationalist? Freedom fighter? Racist? Demagogue? Religious zealot? – Let’s talk about it.
This event is NOT a costumed performance. Malcolm X will be performed by Darrick Johnson in the Chautauqua History Alive Festival (June 14 – 23) Free event and parking.

Spartanburg Fringe Arts Festival
Jun 15 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
West Main Artists Cooperative

Spartanburg Fringe Arts Festival is a new summer festival in Upstate South Carolina that celebrates the creativity of those usually considered to be on the “fringe” of polite society. Throughout the month, we will present dozens of shows, exhibits, and events in theatre, music, dance, comedy, spoken word, film, and progressive thinking.

Headlining will be writer, director, producer Del Shores, the bad boy of Sordid Lives; Fun Home, a Tony-winning Broadway musical; House of Mann, mind-blowing and gender-bending fashions; and Rev. Jim Dant, a nationally recognized thought-leader in Christian acceptance of alternative lifestyles.

There will also be an art exhibit and regional performing artists in theatre, music, and literature.

https://www.facebook.com/events/248168109427599/?event_time_id=248168149427595

Sunday, June 16, 2019
Chautauqua History Comes Alive Hamilton’s Women & Jackie Kennedy
Jun 16 @ 2:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Greenville Technical College

Two different costumed historical shows and venues:
2:00pm Hamilton’s Women, Hartness Performing Arts Center at Christ Church Episcopal School, 245 Cavalier Dr, Greenville, SC 29607 (Off Mauldin Rd between S Pleasantburg and Fairforest Way near Conestee Park. From Mauldin Rd turn at the Lil Cricket/Marathon gas station.)

7:30p Jackie Kennedy. Outdoors under the Big Chautauqua Tent. There are chairs under the Tent. Or bring your own lawn seating. Rain Site: auditorium behind the tent.

Get ready to laugh, cry and flat out have a great time at this ten-day – two-weekend festival of non-stop live history and fun for the whole family.

30 shows performed in costume by nationally acclaimed historical interpreters. And all the shows are FREE.

Meet revolutionary people – hear their stories – ask them how their world changed.
• Duel wits with ALEXANDER HAMILTON
• Debate democracy with ANDREW JACKSON
• Survive JFK’s assassination with JACKIE KENNEDY
• Speak out for human rights with MALCOLM X
• And like HAMILTON’S WOMEN – be a part of the story.

See website for complete schedule: HistoryComesAlive.org

Chautauqua History Alive Festival
Jun 16 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Hughes Main Library

Join an audience that loves talking back to history to discuss the revolutionary Malcolm X with Cynthia King, PhD chair of the Department of Communications at Furman University whose current research explores the rhetoric of African American thought.

Malcolm X is still seen as one of the most controversial figures — from one of the most highly charged periods in American history. His assassination and those of JFK, MLK and RFK rocked the nation. There is nothing more powerful and revolutionary than a martyr’s cause. Who was this ghetto hustler turned human rights activist? – Black nationalist? Freedom fighter? Racist? Demagogue? Religious zealot? – Let’s talk about it.
This event is NOT a costumed performance. Malcolm X will be performed by Darrick Johnson in the Chautauqua History Alive Festival (June 14 – 23) Free event and parking.

Monday, June 17, 2019
Chautauqua History Alive Festival
Jun 17 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Hughes Main Library

Join an audience that loves talking back to history to discuss the revolutionary Malcolm X with Cynthia King, PhD chair of the Department of Communications at Furman University whose current research explores the rhetoric of African American thought.

Malcolm X is still seen as one of the most controversial figures — from one of the most highly charged periods in American history. His assassination and those of JFK, MLK and RFK rocked the nation. There is nothing more powerful and revolutionary than a martyr’s cause. Who was this ghetto hustler turned human rights activist? – Black nationalist? Freedom fighter? Racist? Demagogue? Religious zealot? – Let’s talk about it.
This event is NOT a costumed performance. Malcolm X will be performed by Darrick Johnson in the Chautauqua History Alive Festival (June 14 – 23) Free event and parking.

Chautauqua History Comes Alive – Malcolm X
Jun 17 @ 11:30 pm – 11:30 pm
Phillis Wheatley Center

Malcolm X performed by Darrick Johnson, Capitol Heights, MD. Get ready to laugh, cry and flat out have a great time at this ten-day – two-weekend festival of non-stop live history and fun for the whole family.

Part of the Chautauqua History Comes Alive Festival of 30 shows performed in costume by nationally acclaimed historical interpreters. And all the shows are FREE.

Meet revolutionary people – hear their stories – ask them how their world changed.
• Duel wits with ALEXANDER HAMILTON
• Debate democracy with ANDREW JACKSON
• Survive JFK’s assassination with JACKIE KENNEDY
• Speak out for human rights with MALCOLM X
• And like HAMILTON’S WOMEN – be a part of the story.

See website for complete schedule: HistoryComesAlive.org

Tuesday, June 18, 2019
Spartanburg Fringe Arts Festival
Jun 18 @ 6:15 pm – 10:00 pm
West Main Artists Cooperative

Spartanburg Fringe Arts Festival is a new summer festival in Upstate South Carolina that celebrates the creativity of those usually considered to be on the “fringe” of polite society. Throughout the month, we will present dozens of shows, exhibits, and events in theatre, music, dance, comedy, spoken word, film, and progressive thinking.

Headlining will be writer, director, producer Del Shores, the bad boy of Sordid Lives; Fun Home, a Tony-winning Broadway musical; House of Mann, mind-blowing and gender-bending fashions; and Rev. Jim Dant, a nationally recognized thought-leader in Christian acceptance of alternative lifestyles.

There will also be an art exhibit and regional performing artists in theatre, music, and literature.

https://www.facebook.com/events/248168109427599/?event_time_id=248168156094261

At the End of the Day: Spartanburg, SC
Jun 18 @ 6:30 pm – 8:50 pm
Regal Spartan Stadium 16

We have free tickets available. Please contact us if you or someone you know would like to attend free of charge.
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Event Info:

Sponsored by PFLAG Spartanburg! This film tactfully examines the conflict between the LGBTQ community and religious communities.

Winner of the Audience Choice award at the Tampa Gay & Lesbian Film Festival, this film really explores the conflict between religious groups and the LGBTQ community in an honest and meaningful way. It also explores what the LGBTQ community initially looks like when you are still using the lens that comes from an evangelical background, which is something that a lot of us can relate to.

I hope you can join us for this amazing film; we will be having discussions before and after the film as well.

Here are remarks from Tugg, who is handling the logistics of this event:
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Spartanburg, SC – we’re heading your way! But get your tickets fast…

A conservative, Christian professor finds himself planted in a gay support group to stop their opening of an LGBTQ homeless youth shelter in their small town.

Tickets are NOT available for purchase at the door. Make sure you get your tickets here: http://bit.ly/2ZbAITw

https://www.facebook.com/events/1206365819541152/

Chautauqua History Alive Festival
Jun 18 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Hughes Main Library

Join an audience that loves talking back to history to discuss the revolutionary Malcolm X with Cynthia King, PhD chair of the Department of Communications at Furman University whose current research explores the rhetoric of African American thought.

Malcolm X is still seen as one of the most controversial figures — from one of the most highly charged periods in American history. His assassination and those of JFK, MLK and RFK rocked the nation. There is nothing more powerful and revolutionary than a martyr’s cause. Who was this ghetto hustler turned human rights activist? – Black nationalist? Freedom fighter? Racist? Demagogue? Religious zealot? – Let’s talk about it.
This event is NOT a costumed performance. Malcolm X will be performed by Darrick Johnson in the Chautauqua History Alive Festival (June 14 – 23) Free event and parking.