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Saturday, August 22, 2020
SAVE THE BEES National Honey Bee Day(s)
Aug 22 all-day
Online

While the UN reported that over 1 million species around the globe are at risk of extinction, the Trump administration responded by proposing rollbacks to the Endangered Species Act. Again and again, they have shown that they value profit over planet. But hope is not lost. Here is something you can do today. When you get any item in the Save the Bees collection, you are supporting LCV’s work to stop the climate crisis and protect endangered species. 

Vote 2020 available in English and Spanish made with sustainable materials artist designed only a few left

SNAP Recipients EBT cards online purchases of eligible food
Aug 22 all-day
Online

Image may contain: text that says 'IB SNAP Nutrition Supplemental Assistance Program'

Attention SNAP Recipients: Beginning August 5th, EBT cards can be used for online purchases of eligible food items in response to COVID-19. At this time, Walmart and Amazon are the only retailers authorized by USDA to implement online food purchasing in this state, and DSS hopes that other retailers and independent grocers will be added soon to help boost the state’s economy.

The Charles Lea Center offers FREE Covid Testing
Aug 22 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
The Charles Lea Center

Free COVID-19 testing is available to the public starting August 4th at The Charles Lea Center located at 195 Burdette Street in Spartanburg from 9:00a.m. until 4:00 p.m. or while test supplies last. COVID-19 testing will be held in the back parking lot of The Charles Lea Center and will continue at the same location on weekdays from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. through Friday, August 31st. No doctor’s referral or COVID-19 symptoms is necessary to be tested.

However, we strongly encourage individuals to pre-register online at www.StarMed.care.

Click the “Schedule Virtual Visit” button below to schedule your Virtual Visit and select your county from the drop-down menu. You will receive an email with instructions for how to complete your Virtual Visit.

After Virtual Visit, drive to the testing location for Drive-Thru Test. All individuals that pre-register online prior to the screening event will be guaranteed a test while supplies last.

Sunday, August 23, 2020
#SlowtheSpreadSC
Aug 23 all-day
South Carolina
Man wearing mask in grocery store
Our compassion lies in forgoing our own comfort out of concern for our friends, family and neighbors. Together, we will sacrifice convenience for the safety of all South Carolinians. Each of us can help slow the spread of COVID-19. #SlowtheSpreadSC
Young woman showing her mask Woman in mask reaching for produce in grocery store

Wear a mask. Slow the Spread.

Together, we can do this.

Benefiting Harvest Hope Food Bank
Aug 23 all-day
Harvest Hope Food Bank
Image

Did you know that one in six South Carolinians struggles with food insecurity and hunger? People can’t function when they’re hungry and many of our neighbors are unable to afford basic needs like groceries. That’s why Harvest Hope Food Bank is turning hunger into hope. They distribute 33 million pounds of food each year throughout the state which allows 20 million vulnerable people to feed themselves and find stability. YOUR DONATIONS MAKE IT POSSIBLE.

Bringing Back the ‘Burg
Aug 23 all-day
Spartanburg

In addition to following CDC & DHEC industry-specific guidelines, the following businesses are helping to Bring Back the ‘Burg safely by following these steps:

  • Screen Team Members: Monitoring employee health before each shift
  • Wear Masks: All staff will wear face coverings when social distancing is not possible
  • Hand Safety: Hand sanitizers and wash stations are available
  • Clean Environment: Cleaning thoroughly between guests
  • Provide Space: Following social distancing and capacity guidelines
  • Make your commitment at BringingBacktheBurg.com

    Accommodations:
    AC Hotel Spartanburg
    Auden Upstate
    Clevedale Historic Inn and Gardens
    Hampton Inn & Suites – Spartanburg
    Hilton Garden Inn – Spartanburg
    Marriott Spartanburg
    Residence Inn Spartanburg-Westgate

    Corporations & Industry:
    A.A. Courier & Sons Heating, Cooling & Generator Repair
    AFL
    Bondtex, Inc.
    CINTAS
    Contec, Inc.
    Custom Performance Engineering
    DRÄXLMAIER Group
    Duke Energy
    Greer CPW
    Milliken & Company
    M.S. Companies, LLC
    RDI-USA, Inc.
    Secondary Solutions, Inc.
    Siemens
    Upstate Laser Services
    Waste Industries- GFL Environmental

    Healthcare:
    Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System
    BenchMark Physical Therapy
    Better Beginnings
    Breath of Life CPR, Health and Wellness, LLC
    Comfort Keepers
    Davis Audiology
    Griswold Home Care
    Hearing Healthcare Center
    Home Instead Senior Care
    The Inverness at Spartanburg
    New Day Clubhouse
    Palmetto Proactive Healthcare
    Surgery Center at Pelham
    Visions Medical Health Care

    Food & Beverage:
    Ciclops Cyderi & Brewery
    Converse Deli
    Cribb’s Kitchen
    Ed’s All Purpose Seasoning and Rub LLC
    Eggs Up Grill
    FR8yard
    Fratellos Restaurant
    Growler Haus Spartanburg
    Harvest House
    Health in Hand Juice & Smoothie Bar
    Hub City Scoops
    Little River Roasting
    Mezcal
    Monster Subs Downtown Spartanburg
    RJ Rockers Brewery & Restaurant
    Spartanburg Meat Processing Co.
    Starbucks Downtown Spartanburg
    Texas Roadhouse
    The Kennedy
    Willy Taco

    Experiences:
    Chapman Cultural Center
    The Children’s Museum of the Upstate-Spartanburg
    TJC Gallery

    Nonprofit & Education:
    Artists Collective | Spartanburg
    Brothers Restoring Urban Hope, Inc.
    Cancer Association of Spartanburg & Cherokee Counties, Inc.
    Charles Lea Center
    Converse College
    Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands
    Lifelong Learning at Wofford
    Mary Black Foundation
    Mobile Meals of Spartanburg
    Project HOPE Foundation
    Sherman College of Chiropractic
    Spartanburg Area Chamber of Commerce
    Spartanburg Methodist College
    Spartanburg Academic Movement
    Spartanburg County Foundation
    Spartanburg Science Center
    Triple Tree Aerodome
    United Way of the Piedmont
    Wofford College Bookstore

    Retail:
    Baehr Feet Shoe Boutique
    Blueberries Plus
    Carolina Cash Co
    Christmas Hill Tree Farm
    Hub City Runners
    Hub City Writers Project
    Hodge Floors
    The Local Hiker
    Market on Main
    Olive and Then Some
    Pink On Main
    Remember This
    Showoffs Kids Boutique
    Wild Birds Unlimited
    Young Office

    Personal Services:
    A&B Barbershop
    ANEW Massage, LLC
    Anne & K African Hair Braiding
    Carpenter Tax Associates LLC
    Dream Vacations
    Fosters Beauty and Barber LLC
    Hair It Is Inc.
    Hair Etc.
    Jennifer on Mane Salon
    Live Fit Now LLC
    Master’s Mark Dry Cleaners
    Park National Bank
    Studio Rejuvenate
    Superior Clean Power Washing Services, LLC

    Professional Services:
    Angelica Foster
    Bi-Lingual Secretary
    Brando Brand Recognition & Awards
    Coldwell Banker Caine
    GOS
    Good Life Financial Advisors
    Interchange Staffing Services LLC
    McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture
    Pulliam Investment Co., Inc.
    SC Works of the Greater Upstate

    Other Products & Services:
    Atchison Transportation Services, Inc.
    Atchison Enterprises
    Clayton Construction Company
    Fastenal
    Foam Insulation Company Inc.
    Harper General Contractors
    Infinite supply company
    Kelly Moving
    Kidz in Motion Transportation Services
    Miss Marion’s School of Dance
    River Rock Tire
    Rockie Bull Allstate Insurance Agent
    Upstate Auto Electric
    VuL Inc.

    *LIST UPDATED 7/20/2020*

Happy Packs for Seniors in Quarantine
Aug 23 all-day
Online

Great opportunity for corporate and student groups and families!

Collect and Create  “Happy Packs” for a Seniors who are struggling with the isolation and continued quarantines of COVID 19.

Dollar Stores items are a hit and provide hours of recreation & cheer!

Choose your favorite item and include a personal “Thinking of You” note to brighten a seniors day & heart!

Items needed include:

1. Large Print Word Search Book. Pencils

2. Adult Coloring Books-nature, animal, floral books are great! Coloring Pencils

3. Large Size Puzzles-scenic puzzles, cuddly pup/kitten,  wildlife & floral  puzzles are a favorite!

 

 

SAVE THE BEES National Honey Bee Day(s)
Aug 23 all-day
Online

While the UN reported that over 1 million species around the globe are at risk of extinction, the Trump administration responded by proposing rollbacks to the Endangered Species Act. Again and again, they have shown that they value profit over planet. But hope is not lost. Here is something you can do today. When you get any item in the Save the Bees collection, you are supporting LCV’s work to stop the climate crisis and protect endangered species. 

Vote 2020 available in English and Spanish made with sustainable materials artist designed only a few left

SNAP Recipients EBT cards online purchases of eligible food
Aug 23 all-day
Online

Image may contain: text that says 'IB SNAP Nutrition Supplemental Assistance Program'

Attention SNAP Recipients: Beginning August 5th, EBT cards can be used for online purchases of eligible food items in response to COVID-19. At this time, Walmart and Amazon are the only retailers authorized by USDA to implement online food purchasing in this state, and DSS hopes that other retailers and independent grocers will be added soon to help boost the state’s economy.

Monday, August 24, 2020
Benefiting Harvest Hope Food Bank
Aug 24 all-day
Harvest Hope Food Bank
Image

Did you know that one in six South Carolinians struggles with food insecurity and hunger? People can’t function when they’re hungry and many of our neighbors are unable to afford basic needs like groceries. That’s why Harvest Hope Food Bank is turning hunger into hope. They distribute 33 million pounds of food each year throughout the state which allows 20 million vulnerable people to feed themselves and find stability. YOUR DONATIONS MAKE IT POSSIBLE.

SAVE THE BEES National Honey Bee Day(s)
Aug 24 all-day
Online

While the UN reported that over 1 million species around the globe are at risk of extinction, the Trump administration responded by proposing rollbacks to the Endangered Species Act. Again and again, they have shown that they value profit over planet. But hope is not lost. Here is something you can do today. When you get any item in the Save the Bees collection, you are supporting LCV’s work to stop the climate crisis and protect endangered species. 

Vote 2020 available in English and Spanish made with sustainable materials artist designed only a few left

SNAP Recipients EBT cards online purchases of eligible food
Aug 24 all-day
Online

Image may contain: text that says 'IB SNAP Nutrition Supplemental Assistance Program'

Attention SNAP Recipients: Beginning August 5th, EBT cards can be used for online purchases of eligible food items in response to COVID-19. At this time, Walmart and Amazon are the only retailers authorized by USDA to implement online food purchasing in this state, and DSS hopes that other retailers and independent grocers will be added soon to help boost the state’s economy.

Fill The Bridge’s Pantry
Aug 24 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
The Bridge

The Bridge at Green Street is one of the many agencies continuing to serve Spartanburg families during the COVID-19 crisis. A part of their service provides food assistance to families through their pantry. Recent circumstances have increased the need for such resources within the community. Right now, The Bridge always appreciates food donations in order to keep helping our neighbors.

Pantry Needs: The Bridge has requested donations for items that can be made into meals such as pasta and pasta sauce, mac and cheese, Hamburger Helper, canned meat, and Chunky soup.

Donations can be dropped off at The Bridge Monday-Thursday from 8AM to 6PM at the Main Entrance!

Greenville County Schools: Meals students enrolled in the Virtual Program at 15 district locations.
Aug 24 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Meal pick-up locations will vary by school

Greenville County Schools announced Tuesday that beginning on August 24 the district will be providing meals to students enrolled in the Virtual Program at 15 district locations.

The meals will be served on a to-go bases on Mondays from 4 – 5 p.m. near the parent pick-up line or school bus loop. Meal pick-up locations will vary by school.

The 15 district locations that will provide meals one time each week are: AJ Whittenberg Elementary, Berea Elementary, Blue Ridge Middle, Bryson Middle, Fisher Middle, Fountain Inn Elementary, Greer Middle School, Grove Elementary, Mauldin Elementary, Northwest Middle, Northwood Middle, Sevier Middle, Sterling School, Sue Cleveland Elementary, and Welcome Elementary.

The district said phone numbers for these schools can be found on the GCS website: https://www.greenville.k12.sc.us/

One weeks’ worth of meals will be provided at each pickup, comprised of 5 breakfasts and 5 lunches. Some items included in the meals will be ready-to-eat, and others will be heat-and-serve items.

Tuesday, August 25, 2020
Benefiting Harvest Hope Food Bank
Aug 25 all-day
Harvest Hope Food Bank
Image

Did you know that one in six South Carolinians struggles with food insecurity and hunger? People can’t function when they’re hungry and many of our neighbors are unable to afford basic needs like groceries. That’s why Harvest Hope Food Bank is turning hunger into hope. They distribute 33 million pounds of food each year throughout the state which allows 20 million vulnerable people to feed themselves and find stability. YOUR DONATIONS MAKE IT POSSIBLE.

Register Your Business for Fast-Turnaround Testing
Aug 25 all-day
Online

WE’RE EXPANDING TESTING FOR SPARTANBURG COMPANIES

Our fast-turnaround testing partnership with Luxor Scientific allows Spartanburg County businesses to receive employee COVID-19 test results within 48 hours at a reduced price of $85. Send your employee to the lab, host a testing day at your company (min. 50 employees), or collect on-site samples to send to the lab.

Luxor will tailor agreements for each business, defining the scope of services and how they intend to interact with individuals. Business representatives are encouraged to contact Luxor directly after signing up through the Chamber at 864-568-8940.

SAVE THE BEES National Honey Bee Day(s)
Aug 25 all-day
Online

While the UN reported that over 1 million species around the globe are at risk of extinction, the Trump administration responded by proposing rollbacks to the Endangered Species Act. Again and again, they have shown that they value profit over planet. But hope is not lost. Here is something you can do today. When you get any item in the Save the Bees collection, you are supporting LCV’s work to stop the climate crisis and protect endangered species. 

Vote 2020 available in English and Spanish made with sustainable materials artist designed only a few left

SNAP Recipients EBT cards online purchases of eligible food
Aug 25 all-day
Online

Image may contain: text that says 'IB SNAP Nutrition Supplemental Assistance Program'

Attention SNAP Recipients: Beginning August 5th, EBT cards can be used for online purchases of eligible food items in response to COVID-19. At this time, Walmart and Amazon are the only retailers authorized by USDA to implement online food purchasing in this state, and DSS hopes that other retailers and independent grocers will be added soon to help boost the state’s economy.

Fill The Bridge’s Pantry
Aug 25 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
The Bridge

The Bridge at Green Street is one of the many agencies continuing to serve Spartanburg families during the COVID-19 crisis. A part of their service provides food assistance to families through their pantry. Recent circumstances have increased the need for such resources within the community. Right now, The Bridge always appreciates food donations in order to keep helping our neighbors.

Pantry Needs: The Bridge has requested donations for items that can be made into meals such as pasta and pasta sauce, mac and cheese, Hamburger Helper, canned meat, and Chunky soup.

Donations can be dropped off at The Bridge Monday-Thursday from 8AM to 6PM at the Main Entrance!

The Charles Lea Center offers FREE Covid Testing
Aug 25 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
The Charles Lea Center

Free COVID-19 testing is available to the public starting August 4th at The Charles Lea Center located at 195 Burdette Street in Spartanburg from 9:00a.m. until 4:00 p.m. or while test supplies last. COVID-19 testing will be held in the back parking lot of The Charles Lea Center and will continue at the same location on weekdays from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. through Friday, August 31st. No doctor’s referral or COVID-19 symptoms is necessary to be tested.

However, we strongly encourage individuals to pre-register online at www.StarMed.care.

Click the “Schedule Virtual Visit” button below to schedule your Virtual Visit and select your county from the drop-down menu. You will receive an email with instructions for how to complete your Virtual Visit.

After Virtual Visit, drive to the testing location for Drive-Thru Test. All individuals that pre-register online prior to the screening event will be guaranteed a test while supplies last.