Events Calendar
Explore family friendly events, theatres, galleries, concerts, nightlife, things to do, and more in the Greenville, SC and Upstate areas.
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Uncensored expression: anyone is invited to step up to share song, music, poetry, comedy, rants & raves!
The most eclectic open mic around, in a welcoming gallery setting! 6 pm signup, perform 6:30-8:30 pm.
Join us as local composer and writer Alec Sturgis introduces the Asheville Sound Survey, an ongoing, interactive project investigating the sounds in our community. Inspired by Josef Albers’ goal to open eyes, our hope is to open ears and expand our experience of place.
FREE for BMCM+AC members + students w/ID / $5 non-members
Join us as local composer and writer Alec Sturgis introduces the Asheville Sound Survey, an ongoing, interactive project investigating the sounds in our community. Inspired by Josef Albers’ goal to open eyes, our hope is to open ears and expand our experience of place. FREE for BMCM+AC members + students w/ID / $5 non-members
Select Evenings, May 17–October 7, 2018
Biltmore House & Gardens opens to the public on Thursday–Sunday evenings for a special reservations-only viewing of Chihuly’s stunning large-scale glass sculptures. Chihuly Nights at Biltmore is an enchanting opportunity to witness the effects of dramatic nighttime lighting upon the luminous colors and graceful forms of these spectacular pieces. Sunset over the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains, live music in the gardens, and a wine bar make the evening experience all the more enticing. Chihuly’s towering works of art illuminated against a night sky surrounded by the timeless beauty and magnificence of Biltmore House & Gardens: a truly moving, memorable experience
The Greenville Drive is a Minor League Baseball team that plays in Greenville, South Carolina. They are a Class A affiliate of the Boston Red Sox and a member of the South Atlantic League.
FREE. 6/21 Gotcha Groove (Variety Dance Band). Food vendors onsite. At Lake Tomahawk.
Do you want to improve your writing skills? Do you want to write for publication, posterity, or just for fun? Learn from veterans in the writing/illustrating field.
Students should have the first draft of a manuscript in hand to start the class. those who are also illustrators should have sample illustrations. Six in-depth sessions to further your storytelling skills. This class will focus on sharpening writing and/or illustrating skills and preparing your manuscript for the next step.
Tim Davis is the author and illustrator of several books and leading Hidden Pictures illustrator for HIGHLIGHTS MAGAZINE. Melinda Long is the author of several books including HOW I BECAME A PIRATE.
Come cheer on the Greenville Drive!
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm; Sundays at 2:30 pm; Additional Thursday performances at 7:30 pm
When a group of unemployed Buffalo steelworkers come up with a way to make some quick cash, everyone wonders if they will really pull it off! Based on the cult hit film of the same name, The Full Monty, a ten-time Tony Award nominee, is filled with honest affection, engaging melodies and the most highly anticipated closing number of any show.
Terpsicorps Theatre of Dance celebrates its 15th anniversary in 2018 with the world premiere of Zelda’s Dance at the Diana Wortham Theatre, Thursday-Saturday, June 21-23, 2018 at 7:30pm. Artistic director Heather Maloy’s latest work tells the story of F. Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald’s tragic relationship from their passionate courtship in Alabama, through their stardom at the height of Scott’s literary career, into their never-ending power struggle and eventual decline caused by alcoholism, selfishness and mental illness. Zelda’s Dance will feature the technical prowess of Terpsicorps’ critically acclaimed dancers alongside live music by local pianist Andrew Fletcher and the Firecracker Jazz Band. Also included on the program are works that highlight some of the finest moments of the past 15 seasons including Salvatore Aiello’s Afternoon of a Faun and Heather Maloy’s soulful homage to New Orleans Second Line and the athletic tour de force Le Suil Go.
Property: Omni Grove Park Inn
Event Type: Hotel Event
Event Category: Couples,Entertainment
Contact: (800) 438-5800
Contact Phone: (800) 438-5800
Link: https://www.omnihotels.com/hotels/asheville-grove-park/dining/elaines-dueling-piano-bar
Join the non-stop, rock n’ roll, sing-along party show at Elaine’s! Doors open at 8:00 pm, show starts at 9:00 pm.
The Biltmore Estate has been planning the largest exhibition in its historic gardens for almost a decade. And finally, last week, Chihuly at Biltmore opened with a mega installation of glass sculptures from the famous artist Dale Chihuly. Tens of thousands of glass pieces from all around the world reside in 14 locations around the Estate (which is the very first large-scale N.C. Chihuly installation).
The exhibition is up from now until Oct. 7th, free admission with a Biltmore day pass (and free for annual pass holders). Chihuly at Nightis a special, ongoing event where the glass sculptures are lit up, plus live music in the gardens + a wine bar. Tickets are $37.50 for kids + range from $65 – 75 for adults ($10 discount for pass holders).
Three new works were blown just for Biltmore, and 6 new compositions were put together.
Based on the iconic animated film, with an Academy Award-winning score by Alan Menken, Howard Ashman and Tim Rice, Disney’s Aladdin Jr. is sure to send audiences soaring on a flying carpet ride filled with romance and adventure.
Showtimes are Thursdays at 3:00PM, Fridays at 1:00PM and 4:00PM, Saturdays at 1:00PM and 4:00PM, and Sundays at 3:00PM.
125 S. Main St. Hendersonville, NC 28792
arth Skin is based upon the forms and textures of the earth using inspiration from aerial photography of Western North Carolina and topographical maps of local areas, including Pisgah National Forest and Balsam Range. Created by ceramic artists Trish Salmon and Crystal Allen, Earth Skin includes wall structures and pieces designed for mantles, shelves and tables. All works are available for purchase and a portion of the sales will be donated to The North Carolina Arboretum Society.
About the Artists
Trish Salmon
Trish has been studying clay for many years through the various classes available to her when she lived in the Atlanta area. Taking classes at Penland was a life changing experience and a turning point in her desire to become a studio ceramicist. She and her husband moved to Western North Carolina in 2007, and she has pursued her claywork full time after her career as a kitchen designer. Immediately after retirement, she enrolled in Haywood Community College’s Professional Crafts Program in clay where she received her Associate’s Degree in 2014. She currently is a member of the Odyssey Coop Gallery in the River Arts District in Asheville, NC. She is also a founding member of Artisans on Main in downtown Weaverville where her studio is and where her work is primarily displayed.
Crystal Allen
Before discovering ceramics, Crystal earned a degree in Graphic Art and Design. She has also taught calligraphy, dabbled in watercolors and and learned how to felt, dye and spin natural fibers from her own llamas and sheep. Most recently, Crystal completed the Professional Crafts: Clay Associates degree at Haywood Community College. Her pottery is primarily functional, with altered or hand built additions. Her pieces are produced in her studio, one of her favorite places on earth!
Event Type: Local Event
Event Category: Art & Culture
Contact: Grovewood Village
Contact Phone: (828) 253-7651
Link: https://www.grovewood.com/
Falling, a solo exhibition of contemporary paintings by Michael Francis Reagan, opens at Grovewood Gallery on Saturday, June 9, with an artist’s reception from 2-5pm (free and open to the public). This show will feature acrylic paintings on canvas from Reagan’s popular Falling Series, inspired by a haunting memory of a childhood encounter with a mourning dove that had fallen from the sky. This exhibition will remain on view through Sunday, July 15, 2018.
Reagan received a degree in art and American literature and an MFA in painting from the University of Arkansas. Aside from his paintings, Reagan has established himself as one of American’s leading mapmakers. As a freelance illustrator, he has been employed by major publications such as National Geographic, The New Yorker, Smithsonian magazine, Travel and Leisure, and The New York Times. Reagan’s bird paintings and environmental maps continue to be commissioned by Audubon, The Nature Conservancy, The National Parks of America, and other conservation organizations.
This exquisite, interactive exhibit is designed to inspire and educate visitors about the storied history and evocative power of scent while taking them on a full sensory journey, literally! Blending flora, fashion and science, Making Scents showcases some of Mother Nature’s most fragrant botanicals and unveils the plants and flowers behind some of the world’s most iconic perfumes. Visitors will explore the mysterious power of the sense of smell, learn about the artistry and science behind the fragrance industry and even compose their own basic fragrance.
From traditional harvest and extraction methods to chemical combinations of synthetic fragrances, Making Scents uncovers the technical processes behind fragrance creation through an immersive, multisensory experience. Art, passion and craft come together inside the exhibit’s iconic bottle display, which showcases the unique designs of more than 100 perfume bottles, some dating back to ancient the Greek and Roman eras. By integrating horticulture, history and pop culture, Making Scents is sure to enlighten the senses and engage the minds of visitors about the fragrance industry and the living world in a fun, dynamic way.
Register today for our 8th annual SC 4-H Volunteer Leaders Symposium!!! It will be a great day of learning, networking, and fellowship with others. You will be prompted to make your workshop selections during the checkout process. If you cannot select an option that is displayed (if it is grayed out), that workshop is full. Please select another option. We have limited seating available in each workshop; so sign up early! To be put on a waiting list for a particular workshop or if you have any issues with registration, please contact Ashley Burns at 404-580-7984 or [email protected]. Thank you! We look forward to seeing you there. More information can be found on our 4-H Volunteer website.
Saturday, August 11, 2018 (9:00 AM to 4:00 PM)
Midlands Technical College – Northeast Campus (151 Powell Road | Columbia, SC 29203)
Cost is $15 until July 13, 2018 (After that day, the cost goes to $25 until the final deadline on Friday, July 27th.)
The Wildlife Food Plot Project is a hands-on environmental education program and an independent-study project that allows youth (ages 5-18) an opportunity to establish, maintain, and observe a wildlife food plot. Youth learn concepts of wildlife conservation, plant identification, and habitat management and have the opportunity to put that knowledge into practice. The project runs from September 2018 to January 2019. Food plot seed and record book materials are provided. Record books are judged on the county, region, and state level to determine winners in Junior (9-13 years) and Senior (14-18 years) age divisions. We thank our sponsors, Quality Deer Management Association (QDMA) and Wannamaker Wildlife, for their support of this project! Please register online if possible. However, if you would like to register for this project at your local Extension office, complete the 2018 Wildlife Food Plot Project Contract (PDF 0.1MB) and return it with with payment.
About the 2018-2019 Master Gardener Training Class
The 2018-2019 Greenville County Master Gardener Training Class will begin on Thursday, September 27, 2018. Classes meet each Thursday afternoon from 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm at the Greenville County Cooperative Extension office for 19 weeks. The final exam will be given February 21, 2019. Classes will not meet on November 22, 2018, or December 20 & 27, 2018.
Due to the popularity of the Master Gardener program and limited seating (up to 30 participants), registration for the Master Gardener Training Class is a two-step process. First, interested individuals must complete the form below by June 30, 2018, to be considered. Master gardener representatives will then contact interested individuals via telephone to explain the program, answer any questions or concerns of the interested individual, and verify interested individual’s desire to proceed with registering for the program.
The training course fee is $300.00. Fees will be collected after interested individuals have been contacted by master gardener representatives and registered for the class online. No refunds will be given once the class begins.