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Brevard Music Center Video of the Week: Beethoven Symphony No. 9 “Ode to Joy”
May 12 all-day
online
VIDEO OF THE WEEK
Each week this summer, the Brevard Music Center will bring stunning performances straight to your inbox as our gift to you. This week, enjoy Beethoven’s “Ode to Joy,” performed in 2016 during BMC’s celebratory 80th anniversary season.
Beethoven Symphony No. 9
Mvt. IV – Allegro molto assai (Alla marcia)
Brevard Music Center Concert Orchestra and Chorus
Keith Lockhart, conductor
Free Online Educational Activities US Census Bureau
May 12 all-day
online
Statistics in Schools provides more than 100 activities that you can use in any year—and whenever you have a new class—to enhance and invigorate learning in many subjects. These activities are all free, and they’re easy to access and use.
Pick a subject or grade level to see what activities are available, and get details such as learning objectives, relevant topics, and skills taught.
Select and download the activities you want.
All activities include a list of materials, a student worksheet, and teacher directions.
Greenville Drive and United Way: Special Drive Tee for COVID-19 Relief Fund
May 12 all-day
Greenville Drive and United Way Online
Special Drive Tee for COVID-19 Relief Fund
As our community experiences the impact of COVID-19, the Greenville Drive is partnering with the United Way to help raise funds for our most vulnerable neighbors.
United Way is coordinating services with local nonprofits and community leaders to provide food, shelter and access to basic healthcare needs during this difficult time.
The Drive has designed a special t-shirt, encouraging everyone to stay home and stay healthy. The t-shirt costs $25 and $10 from each sale will go directly back to the United Way’s COVID-19 Relief Fund for Greenville County.
Help support our community, Together We Win!
Support the United Way of Greenville County by purchasing this “Safe at Home” Tee Shirt! We will donate $10 from each sale directly to the United Way COVID-19 Relief Fund to help support our neighbors during this difficult time.
Greenville Drive
United Way Grey Stay Home Tee Shirt
$25.00
PostClassical Ensemble: “Shostakovich and the State” Pick of the Week Brevard Music Center
It’s National Teacher Appreciation Week, and companies across the country are offering deals and freebies in an effort to say thank you to teachers.
Most businesses require proof of being an educator. Not all franchises participate in national chain programs, so check with your local establishment first.
Restaurants
Arby’s: Some locations are offering educators a free sandwich on May 7.
Bruegger’s Bagels: Free medium drip or iced coffee with any purchase. Deal valid through May 10.
Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen: Teachers who dine in can receive a free appetizer with the purchase of an adult entree. Deal valid through May 10.
Chick-fil-A: Select franchises are offering deals and promotions on May 7 and through May 10.
Chipotle: School staff members can receive a buy-one-get-one free meal from 3 p.m. to close on May 7. Offer includes burritos, bowls, salads and orders of tacos for dine-in only. Offer is valid for education staff members of all levels.
Cicis: School staff members can receive a free adult buffet meal on May 7 with coupon.
DiBella’s Subs: Teachers can receive a free side and 20-ounce fountain drink with the purchase of any sub or salad. Deal valid through May 12.
McDonald’s: Some franchises apparently are offering free chicken McNuggets meals to teachers, according to RetailMeNot.
Sonic Drive-In: Teachers can receive a free Route 44 drink or slush with purchase when ordering from the restaurant’s app using the promo code “TEACHERS.” Deal valid May 7 to 31.
Potbelly Sandwich Shop: Teachers can receive a buy-one-get-one offer through May 12.
Texas de Brazil: Teachers can receive the “heroes discount,” which includes 20 percent off lunch or dinner meals for teachers, service members and EMS workers.
Department stores, services, activities
A.C. Moore: Teachers can receive 25 percent off purchase on May 7. Through May 11, teachers can receive 20 percent off.
Crayola: Teachers can receive 15 percent off orders at Crayola’s website using the promo code “THANKYOU.” Deal valid through 10 a.m. May 13.
Michaels: Educators can receive 15 percent off in-store purchases.
Rosetta Stone: Teachers can receive a free three-month subscription to the app. Those who want to participate should send an email to [email protected] with “National Teacher Appreciation Week” to receive the free code.
Sky Zone: Teachers can receive free jump tickets for themselves and their family members at participating locations.
The Blood Connection FREE COVID-19 Antibody Testing for Blood Donors
May 12 all-day
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The Blood Connection will now be offering FREE COVID-19 Antibody Testing. The COVID-19 Antibody Test will test a sample of each donor’s blood to see if it contains COVID-19 antibodies. This will be offered to TBC blood donors at all blood donation centers and mobiles across South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia, at no cost. Donors are encouraged to make an appointment first, to maintain adequate social distancing.
Some important things to note:
· This is NOT a test to determine if the donor is infected with COVID-19. Positive test results do not confirm COVID-19 infection or immunity. A positive antibody result is indicative of the body’s immune response to COVID-19.
· This test is only available to those who complete a whole blood, platelet, or plasma donation where samples are successfully collected.
· The results of a COVID-19 Antibody Test will be posted on the donor’s TBC online portal in seven business days of their donation.
The Cleveland Orchestra “Close your eyes. Breathe. Relax with this Mindful Music Moment.”
May 12 all-day
online
Mindful Music Moments
The Cleveland Orchestra
“Close your eyes. Breathe. Relax with this Mindful Music Moment.”
United Way COVID-19 Impact Resources
May 12 all-day
United Way Association of South Carolina online
United Way Association of South Carolina.
Get Connected. Get Answers. COVID-19 Impact Survey
Virtual LEAF Festival on the weekend of: May 15-17, 2020
May 12 all-day
LEAF Online
V-LEAF Brings Joy! Save the Date!
LEAF is in the process of creating a virtual LEAF Festival on the weekend of:
May 15-17, 2020
We didn’t know if we had the capacity to create a virtual festival with our core staff on reduced time, but then we really started missing our LEAF friends and said “Let’s give it a go!”. We’ve embraced that “V-LEAF” will be old school creative, authentic, and fun. The CONNECTION and #LEAFLove is the essential ingredient.
The creation phase is happening and YOU are welcome to be apart of this new journey. Have time? We want to hear from you if you’d like to volunteer website or social media support, lead a workshop, zoom w/ LEAF friends or if you have LEAF stories and ideas. Dance, connect, pull out costumes, decorate, camp in the yard – let’s get LEAFy.
CONTEST ALERT! Looking for ways to share your art with the world? V-LEAF may be your moment! Show us how you express your #LEAFLove. Any age, any experience – we are looking for artwork to add to the digital experience. The artwork must embody the spirit of LEAF and feature the LEAF logo. Any “artists” whose graphic is used will win an awesome Vintage LEAF Style packet!
The White House has unveiled Guidelines for Opening Up America Again, a three-phased approach based on the advice of public health experts. Employers are encouraged to adhere to the following at all phases:
Develop and implement appropriate policies, in accordance with Federal, State, and local regulations and guidance, and informed by industry best practices, regarding:
Social distancing and protective equipment
Temperature checks
Sanitation
Use and disinfection of common and high-traffic areas
Business travel
Monitor workforce for indicative symptoms. Do not allow symptomatic people to physically return to work until cleared by a medical provider.
Develop and implement policies and procedures for workforce contact tracing following employee COVID+ test.
Biltmore Open to Annual Passholders advanced reservations-only basis
May 12 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
The Biltmore
Health and Safety Updates
Opening our 8,000-Acre Estate on a Limited Basis Starting May 9
In accordance with state and local government reopening guidelines, Biltmore will open the estate’s park spaces—our glorious gardens and grounds with more than 20 miles of walking, hiking, and biking trails—beginning Saturday, May 9.
With consideration for county mandates regarding social distancing and mass gatherings, we are opening exclusively for Biltmore Annual Passholders who reside in Western North Carolina on an advanced reservations-only basis.
We will expand the opening of additional guest experiences in alignment with state and local guidelines. We look forward to welcoming more guests to the estate at that time.
Hiking with the UIWG
May 12 @ 9:00 am – 2:30 pm
Starbucks parking lot
Come out and enjoy a nice hike with the UIWG on the 2nd Tuesday of every month, starting in September. Meet at the Starbucks on E. North St.
UIWG Events are brought to you by Upstate International, a membership-based organization. Check out the membership page on our website for more information.
Free Percussion Class using Household Objects
May 12 @ 9:30 am – 10:30 am
Agustin Frederic via ZOOM
These video sessions will contain music theory and concepts, rhythm and groove exploration, ways to make instruments at home, play along ideas, personal feedback, and exposure to percussion from around the world.
The Utley Collection of Brass Instruments
May 12 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Carolina Music Museum
The exhibit features selected pieces from one of the world’s finest collections of over 600 historic brass instruments from the Joe and Joella Utley Collection of Spartanburg, SC. In collaboration with the National Music Museum (NMM) in Vermillion, South Dakota, which will soon house the Utley Collection, Dr. Sabine Klaus, curator of the Utley Collection, worked closely with Tom Strange, Curator and Artistic Director of the Carolina Music Museum to prepare the exhibit.
Tuesday – Saturday 10-5 Sunday 1-5
Join us Tuesday-Thursday, at 10:30am, for our an educational encounter. Tuesday: Tell Me About it Tuesdays Wednesday: Wild for Reading Wednesdays Thursday: Learning Safari Thursdays
Racial Justice Workshop
May 12 @ 11:30 am
YWCA of Asheville
The YWCA Racial Justice Workshop is open to our entire YWCA Asheville community – including our staff, volunteers, board, donors, program participants, Fitness Center and community members. This 90-minute workshop will take place on the second Tuesday of each month at 11:30 am and will be facilitated by Gerry Leonard, Racial Justice & Outreach Specialist and Lexus Walker, Tzedek Social Justice Fellow.
Greenville Scavenger Hunt
May 12 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
220 N Main St, Greenville, SC 29601, United States
Forget tourist-filled museums, make your own memories with a photo scavenger hunt tour in Greenville! On a Let’s Roam scavenger hunt, you and your team will work together to wander throughout Greenville, racking up points and laughs along the way. Greenville Adventure is the perfect small group activity for anyone looking to spend an enjoyable afternoon in Greenville.
Some of the more memorable landmarks you’ll see are: NOMA Square, Swamp Rabbit Trail, Greenville Drive Baseball Stadium, Baseball Library..
Let’s Roam scavenger hunts work great for outdoor team building games in Greenville too! Whether you work in Greenville or are just visiting, you are sure to learn some new facts about the city as well as your teammates on this creative corporate event! This is one of the happiest hours your team will spend together!
Fear not, maids of honor, these hunts are sure fire ideas for Greenville bachelorette parties! Bachelors and bachelorettes will both enjoy roaming around on their wedding-themed Greenville scavenger hunts. Why just bar hop when you and your team can jump for joy as you complete hilarious photo challenges and see the best that Greenville has to offer!
Looking to check out a different part of the city? Check out Downtown Asheville Scavenger Hunt, Classic City Culture & History, and Lap Around Charlotte as well!
Here is some more info about this hunt:
Follow the Blue Ridge Mountains and you’ll find one of South Carolina’s most picturesque cities. On this fun-filled Greenville scavenger hunt, explore the storied buildings, great green spaces and cultural institutions.Is there a waterfall in NOMA Square? Who left their sox in the baseball stadium? Find out on this scavenger hunt of Greenville!
Hot Sauce Battle 2020 Round Two May 12
May 12 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
online
Welcome to the first AVL Hot Sauce Battle!
Beer by Hi Wire Brewing, Wicked Weed Brewing, and Bhramari Brewing in association with The Asheville Radio Group
Our local judges will be tasting 32 sauces from a ton of great folks from around AVL, in a bracket style faceoff for the best hot sauce in town! We will be streaming each match via Iamavl!
Sponsored by the good folks at Wicked Weed Brewing Co, Hi Wire Brewing Co and Bhramari Brewing Co. During each stream we will be talking about some of the great tasty beers these breweries have for delivery & curbside pick up to get everyone thru COVID -19
Round 2
4 Sauces – 2 matches May 12 2pm Music by Andrew Scotchie
4 Sauces – 2 matches May 12 2.30pm
4 sauces – 2 matches May 12 3pm
4 sauces – 2 matches May 12 3.30pm
Qtr Final
8 Sauces – 4 matches May 15th 5pm
Semi Final 4 sauces -2 matches May 16th 5pm
Final 2 sauces – 1 WINNER
3rd Place – 2 sauces 1 match
Greenville Zoo Keeper Check-In
May 12 @ 2:30 pm – 2:45 pm
via Facebook
Join us daily, at 2:30pm, for a Keeper Check-In. We’ll visit with a different keeper every day for an exciting encounter with one of our amazing animals!
Quarantine Crafts and Activities w/ PRTM Clemson Students
May 12 @ 2:30 pm – 2:45 pm
Online FB
Join us every Tuesday, Thursday (beginning 2:30pm) for a Quarantine Craft from the Clemson University PRTM students! If you are running out of ideas at home this is a great resource to try out new activities and crafts! Thank you PRTM students and staff for making this possible!
United Way COVID-19 Impact Resources
Virtual LEAF Festival on the weekend of: May 15-17, 2020
