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Friday, February 17, 2023
Writing Family History Workshop with Betsy Wakefield Teter
Feb 17 – Feb 18 all-day
CC Woodson Community CenterSat, Feb 11, 2023, 3:00 PM – Sat, Feb 18, 2023, 3:00 PM EST

Are you the one to record your family’s history and preserve it for generations to come? Join us to get a road map of this process from Betsy Wakefield Teter, who has recently compiled two illustrated history books about her family lines. This four-hour workshop over two Saturdays will point you to resources to uncover facts about your ancestors you might not have known. More importantly, it will help you organize your material into an accessible narrative that can be enjoyed by others.

Woven / Unwoven
Feb 17 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Spartanburg Art Museum

March 16 – May 31 2023 | tues wed fri 10am – 5pm thurs 10am – 7pm sat 11am – 4pm sun + mon closed


The world of textiles is vast. Every day, we touch dozens of types of fabrics, from our car interiors, to our office chairs, our couches, and our own clothing. Through construction, deconstruction, and exaggeration, these artists explore textiles as a departure point to reach new levels of understanding of fabric, garments, and our relationships with them.

For more information, contact our Associate Curator, Ashleigh Shuler, by email at [email protected] or call 864.582.7616 x 254.

This exhibition is generously sponsored by Davis + Walker Barnes, Michele + Halsey Cook, Gibbs International Inc, Misti + Kevin Hudson, Susu + George Dean Johnson, Jr., Tina + David Lyon, Vicki + Tom Nederostek, and Margaret + George Nixon.

opening reception 3.16.2023 | 5-8PM

Historic Neighborhoods + Architecture Tour
Feb 17 @ 10:30 am
Greenville History Tours

Our city has great architectural examples of styles that span the last 200 years and charming neighborhoods that give them context.

Our downtown is blessed with a selection of historic neighborhoods that encircle our city center, providing a great mix of the progress surrounding the Main Street area with the stability of traditional domestic living. As the young village of Greenville formed in the late 1700s, homes were naturally scattered around the region with large tracts of land tied to them. This tour traces the development of Greenville’s neighborhoods on the North and West sides of the Reedy River, taking you on a pleasant drive to see the variety of architectural styles, hear stories of their home-owners, and understand the role in Greenville’s revitalization.

Tours will take place in a comfortable Ford Transit high-roof tour van. Digital photographs will be shown on a screen to provide insights into the information that you hear from the tour guide. Your tour guide, John Nolan, is a local historian and author of “A Guide to Historic Greenville, SC” and “The Lost Restaurants of Greenville, SC

Highlights include:

• Current downtown condos and apartments

• Pettigru Neighborhood

• Alta Vista / Crescent Ave.

• Augusta Road neighborhood

• Mills Mill village

• Hampton Pinkney neighborhood

Leonardo da Vinci 500 Years of Genius
Feb 17 @ 10:30 am
Biltmore Estate

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 Leonardo da Vinci – 500 Years of Genius exhibition created and produced by Grande Experiences

PLUS: FREE next-day access to Biltmore’s Gardens and Grounds

This visit includes access to:

  • Leonardo da Vinci – 500 Years of Genius 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: Leonardo da Vinci – 500 Years of Genius

Immerse yourself in the world’s most comprehensive and thrilling Da Vinci experience as his brilliance and extraordinary achievements are brought to vivid life!

Pelham Road Library Craft It: Shrinky Dinks
Feb 17 @ 10:30 am – 11:15 am
Pelham Road Library | F.W. Symmes Branch

Create a fun craft. Supplies provided. Ages 6 – 14.

Part of the event series: Craft It

Audience: Kids, Teens
Category: Arts & Crafts, Homeschool
Biltmore Gardens Railway – Wonders of the World
Feb 17 @ 11:00 am – 8:00 pm
Biltmore Estate

Included with admission

Our latest fun-for-all-ages botanical model train displays invite you to experience the Vanderbilt family’s love of travel and culture in an engaging new way.

Located in Antler Hill Village, these displays feature replicas of iconic landmark structures from around the world, some of which the Vanderbilts visited during their travels. Each beautifully executed piece was handcrafted from such natural elements as leaves, bark, and twigs. This one-of-a-kind, must-see experience is included with Biltmore admission.

Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Friday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.

The Vanderbilts at Home and Abroad
Feb 17 @ 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Biltmore Estate

Included with admission

Back by popular demand, The Vanderbilts at Home and Abroad exhibition offers guests:

  • An opportunity to view rarely-seen treasures from the Biltmore collection
  • A first-hand look at the Vanderbilts’ lifestyle
  • Deeper insights into George, Edith, and Cornelia’s personalities, both at home and on their extensive travels

Access to exhibitions at The Biltmore Legacy is included with Biltmore daytime admission.

Tuckasegee River Excursion
Feb 17 @ 11:00 am
Great Smoky Mountain Railroad

Join us for a relaxing ride through quiet countryside on your way to small town life in western North Carolina on the Tuckasegee River Excursion. Departing from Bryson City, this 4 hour excursion travels 32 miles round-trip to Dillsboro and back to the Bryson City Depot. Pass by the famous movie set of The Fugitive starring Harrison Ford!

Swamp Rabbit Trail Tour
Feb 17 @ 2:30 pm
Reedy Rides

The Swamp Rabbit Trail is a 22-mile multi-use (walking and bicycling) greenway that traverses along the Reedy River, an old railroad corridor and City parks to connect Travelers Rest with the city of Greenville, South Carolina.

From our location, you can venture south on the trail through Greenville’s many parks. The Swamp Rabbit links up with Falls Park on the Reedy, Cancer Survivors Park and down into Cleveland Park. Heading north, you’ll see how the trail has transformed from an old railbed to a thriving trail with many breweries and eateries, as you head toward Furman University (7 miles) and Travelers Rest (1 miles).

Romantic Comedy Movie Night
Feb 17 @ 7:00 pm
Cowpens Coffee & Creamery

We’re excited to be hosting Romantic Comedy Movie Nights every Friday in February at 7pm!

February 3rd- How To Lose A Guy in 10 Days

2/10 The Proposal

2/17 The Princess Bride

2/24 50 First Dates

Dress warm, bring a chair and snuggle up with your loved ones on our patio every Friday in February!

*please note these movie nights will be an outdoor event and will be subject to rain. If there is a chance of rain we will have to cancel the viewing. Please continue check social media for event updates!

Romantic Comedy Movie Night – The Princess Bride
Feb 17 @ 7:00 pm
Cowpens Coffee & Creamery

We’re excited to be hosting Romantic Comedy Movie Nights every Friday in February at 7pm!
February 17th- The Princess Bride
Dress warm, bring a chair and snuggle up with your loved ones on our patio every Friday in February!
*please note these movie nights will be an outdoor event and will be subject to rain. If there is a chance of rain we will have to cancel the viewing. Please continue check social media for event updates!

Greenville Swamp Rabbits vs. Jacksonville Icemen
Feb 17 @ 7:05 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

Greenville Swamp Rabbits  vs.  Jacksonville Icemen

 

The Greenville Swamp Rabbits are much more than a professional hockey franchise playing in Upstate South Carolina; it is truly Greenville’s hockey team. Formerly known as the Road Warriors, the club rebranded to the Swamp Rabbits on August 26, 2015 in an effort to really ingrain itself in the fabric of the community. The name is inherently Greenville – specific to the city and unique in the sports world.

It’s the electrifying energy and unstoppable passion of Swamp Rabbits fans inside The Well combined with the award-winning game presentation that make attending a Swamp Rabbits game the BEST fan experience in the ECHL! From the moment you step inside the arena, you’ll find FREE concourse activities for the whole family, including sign-making, temporary tattoos, interactive games, music and there’s always a good chance you’ll run into the Swamp Rabbits mascot Stomper! Throughout the season, fans can also expect a lineup of special theme nights and exciting giveaways.

 

Side Quest: A Mainstage Comedy Revue
Feb 17 @ 9:00 pm – 10:15 pm
Alchemy Comedy Theater at Coffee Underground

Mainstage productions are the top tier of Alchemy Comedy shows. The first act of “Side Quest” is a tribute to the world of magic and fantasy with scripted sketches and improv comedy games. The second act is a fully improvised comedy quest inspired by Dungeons and Dragons and an audience suggestion. This show has a limited run in only through March so don’t miss it!

The Alchemy Comedy Theater is back and running shows every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night at 7:30 and 9pm. Downtown Greenville has street parking available as well as several nearby parking garages.

 

Saturday, February 18, 2023
Community Garden Volunteer Opportunity
Feb 18 all-day
Greer Relief

I’M READY TO GROW!

We’ll get in touch with you all once it’s time to put our plan into action.

The Southern Studies Fellowship in Arts and Letters: Culture of the American South
Feb 18 all-day
online
South
The Southern Studies Fellowship in Arts and Letters is a first-of-its-kind and immersive fellowship focused on the culture of the American South. We’ve officially opened applications for year three of the program starting this summer!

This first-of-its-kind program brings one early-career artist and one early-career writer to Spartanburg, South Carolina, for a nine-month fellowship of research, creativity, teaching, and travel, culminating in a collaborative project informed by the region. This program is perfect for those looking to immerse themselves in the culture of the American South.

In addition to focusing on their own creative projects, the Southern Studies Fellows will have opportunities and requirements for educational community service in Spartanburg County; these will include college and high school classroom visits/lectures, readings, open studios, workshops, and projects affiliated with the host organizations. The fellows will be expected to contribute up to 20 hours per week in the following areas: community service, artist-writer collaboration, and out-of-town travel for project research.

A key component of this unique fellowship is the opportunity to interact with leading scholars, artists, and writers throughout the South. Each fellow will have opportunities to travel in the Southern region to conduct research at cultural and educational institutions, which will inform their work and will be critical in the development of their ideas for a collaborative project that expands the understanding of the modern South.

Volunteers Needed for Tax Season
Feb 18 all-day
Greer Relief
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.
For more information on volunteering, contact Yvonne at 864.334.3493.
To learn more about the VITA program and the certification process, click here.
Wilderness Medicine + Survival Skills at Nantahala Outdoor Center
Feb 18 all-day
Nantahala Outdoor Center

LEARN MORE THIS YEAR

Brush up on your wilderness medicine or learn new survival skills! SOLO Southeast & NOC are offering over 200 courses in 2023 and classes in locations across the southeast.

  • Atlanta, GA
  • Bryson City, NC
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • Collegedale, TN
  • Greenville, SC

Find your next course with SOLO Southeast and be prepared for the unexpected!

Greenville State Farmers Market
Feb 18 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Greenville State Farmers Market

 

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

Monday – Friday  •  7:30 am – 4 pm
Closed on State Holidays

 

Retail Hours

Monday – Saturday  •  8 am – 6 pm
Admission and parking are free
Closed Christmas Day and New Year’s Day

Platinum Dance Competition
Feb 18 @ 8:00 am
Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium

Platinum Dance Competition


Saturday – Thursday February 18 – 19 8:00 AM

Event Details

Click here for our Dance Competition Screening Policy

Travelers Rest Farmers Market
Feb 18 @ 8:30 am – 12:00 pm
Travelers Rest Farmers Market