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Sunday, April 14, 2019
Saving Wildlife – One Pint at a Time
Apr 14 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Brewery 85

Come on out to Brewery 85 for a great event for people of any age!
Three local non-profit wildlife rescues will be present with live animals on display.
Izzie’s Pond Animal Rescue & Sanctuary
Paws Animal Wildlife Sanctuary
Wild at Heart

Face Painting for the kids
Craft items for Sale
Auction items

Live Music by Beth Snapp from 2-4pm

Great Food by The Groovy Dawg
Special add-on menu to include more vegetarian/vegan menu options than normal :-)

Yummy Dessert by The Melting Pot
Chocolate comes from cocoa, which comes from a tree, which makes it a plant. Therefore chocolate counts as salad.

A portion of all proceeds will be donated to the three animal rescues

https://www.facebook.com/events/2025214247783551/

Low Country Boil & Music from New South Rising
Apr 14 @ 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Point Lookout Vineyards

A Low Country Boil on top of the mountain with the soulful music of New South Rising. What a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon with family and friends making a special memory.

https://www.facebook.com/events/2314543682206580/

Cultura
Apr 14 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Peace Center

You’re invited to watch what happens when Joffrey Ballet artist and International Ballet alumna, Cara Marie Gray, and internationally award-winning partner, Edson Barbosa come together for a mesmerizing mix of music and dance in Cultura.

Cultura includes selections from classical ballets Don Quixote and Giselle, live musical accompaniment for Tarantella, and more delightful works from the International Ballet repertoire.

Don’t miss this chance to experience world-class dance.
Get your tickets today!

https://www.facebook.com/events/775071686223441/?event_time_id=775071689556774

Cultura
Apr 14 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Peace Center

You’re invited to watch what happens when Joffrey Ballet artist and International Ballet alumna, Cara Marie Gray, and internationally award-winning partner, Edson Barbosa come together for a mesmerizing mix of music and dance in Cultura.

Cultura includes selections from classical ballets Don Quixote and Giselle, live musical accompaniment for Tarantella, and more delightful works from the International Ballet repertoire.

Don’t miss this chance to experience world-class dance.
Get your tickets today!

https://www.facebook.com/events/775071686223441/

How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
Apr 14 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Shoestring Players USC Upstate

The Shoestring Players proudly present

HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING
Book by Abe Burrows, Jack Weinstock and Willie Gilbert
Music and Lyrics by Frank Loesser

A satire of big business and all it holds sacred, “How to Succeed in Business without Really Trying” follows the rise of J. Pierrepont Finch, who uses a little handbook called How to Succeed in Business without Really Trying to climb the corporate ladder from lowly window washer to high-powered executive, tackling such familiar but potent dangers as the aggressively compliant “company man,” the office party, backstabbing coworkers, caffeine addiction and, of course, true love. An irreverent and tuneful romp, jam-packed with sly, swift and sharp jabs to the funny bone, “How to Succeed in Business without Really Trying” is a surefire hit!

Performances will be held in the USC Upstate Performing Arts Center

Please Join Us:
April 11, 12 & 13, 2019, 8 p.m.
April 14, 2019, 3 p.m.

TICKETS ON SALE NOW!

General Admission – $10.00
Faculty/Staff/Student – $5.00
NOW ACCEPTING CREDIT CARDS

Tickets available at the Performing Arts Center box office OR online at www.uscupstate.edu/nowplaying

Call us at (864) 503-5695
[email protected]
Open Monday – Friday from 1 P.M. – 5 P.M.

https://www.facebook.com/events/385439232298184/?event_time_id=385439245631516

How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
Apr 14 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Shoestring Players USC Upstate

The Shoestring Players proudly present

HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING
Book by Abe Burrows, Jack Weinstock and Willie Gilbert
Music and Lyrics by Frank Loesser

A satire of big business and all it holds sacred, “How to Succeed in Business without Really Trying” follows the rise of J. Pierrepont Finch, who uses a little handbook called How to Succeed in Business without Really Trying to climb the corporate ladder from lowly window washer to high-powered executive, tackling such familiar but potent dangers as the aggressively compliant “company man,” the office party, backstabbing coworkers, caffeine addiction and, of course, true love. An irreverent and tuneful romp, jam-packed with sly, swift and sharp jabs to the funny bone, “How to Succeed in Business without Really Trying” is a surefire hit!

Performances will be held in the USC Upstate Performing Arts Center

Please Join Us:
April 11, 12 & 13, 2019, 8 p.m.
April 14, 2019, 3 p.m.

TICKETS ON SALE NOW!

General Admission – $10.00
Faculty/Staff/Student – $5.00
NOW ACCEPTING CREDIT CARDS

Tickets available at the Performing Arts Center box office OR online at www.uscupstate.edu/nowplaying

Call us at (864) 503-5695
[email protected]
Open Monday – Friday from 1 P.M. – 5 P.M.

https://www.facebook.com/events/385439232298184/

LIVE @ FR8Yard: RICK KIRBY & SHANE PRUITT!!
Apr 14 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Fr8yard

ABOUT RICK KIRBY

Spartanburg native and veteran musician, Rick Kirby (locally known as ‘Uncle Rick’), began playing music at a very young age. He has now been performing for nearly 50 years. He was a member of the popular local band, U S Male in the late sixties/early seventies, and for nearly two decades he was a member of the local beach band, Grand Strand. Kirby has performed with many big name artists, and most musicians in the Spartanburg area. When not performing music, he is busy as an artist, leather crafter, and jewelry maker. Rick has retired from the working world, but stays active playing music. He can be seen in local and Upstate music venues as a solo artist, duo member, and band member. His primary instrument is bass/vocals, but also plays guitar.

ABOUT SHANE PRUITT

Shane Pruitt, Spartanburg native and local (and world-famous touring) musician, began playing guitar at an early age when in elementary school. He has now been performing live for over two decades. He has shared the stage with most local musicians, and some larger, not so local artists. He regularly plays shows with the Marshall Tucker Band, and has played with many large name artists. To name a few; UK band, the Mastersounds; Roosevelt Collier of the Lee Boys; Kevin Kinney of Drivin N Cryin; Aaron ‘Woody’ Wood, son of legendary bluegrass musician, Al Wood; and many more. Shane has performed at the Christmas Jam in Asheville, N.C. and on the Southern Rock Cruise several times. He can be seen and heard in local venues throughout the Upstate and beyond.

MORE ON FR8yard

https://fr8yard.com/

Located in Spartanburg, SC, at 125 E Main St., FR8yard is a dog & family-friendly, open-air biergarten & restaurant. With its chef-inspired food menu and an ever-changing selection of beer and other refreshing beverages, FR8yard is arguably the only concept of its kind in the Southeast. Complete with a 20 ft jumbotron for major sporting events, live streaming, and the occasional family movie night, FR8yard is a must-see. In addition, the downtown Spartanburg venue showcases local and regional live music acts on its stage.

https://www.facebook.com/events/375751003023268/

Tuesday, April 16, 2019
Bardic Alchemy at Triskelion
Apr 16 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Triskelion Brewing Company

We’ve been talking to the folks from Bardic Alchemy, a Celtic Rock band from Asheville and they’ve agreed to play at Triskelion as many Tuesdays as they can come down to the Brewery.

Bardic Alchemy is a brand new element in the Celtic Rock world. This trio, based in the mountains of Asheville, North Carolina is comprised of multi-instrumentalist Connell Sanderson, guitarist Nick Marcone and percussionist and vocalist Tyler Watts.

Bardic Alchemy is best described as a psychedelic trip into a musical world that is heavily inspired by the Celtic musical traditions…run through various effects pedals. Everything from soothing, mellifluously reverberating whistle melodies supported by groovy guitar lines and thumping djembe beats to high energy dance tunes on the Scottish and Irish pipes to three part vocal harmonies and even improvised pieces, Bardic Alchemy is a surprisingly dynamic and unpredictable musical journey.

So… Tuesdays… will now be…

Celtic Rock Tuesday!

https://www.facebook.com/events/425715451498873/

Bardic Alchemy at Triskelion
Apr 16 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Triskelion Brewing Company

We’ve been talking to the folks from Bardic Alchemy, a Celtic Rock band from Asheville and they’ve agreed to play at Triskelion as many Tuesdays as they can come down to the Brewery.

Bardic Alchemy is a brand new element in the Celtic Rock world. This trio, based in the mountains of Asheville, North Carolina is comprised of multi-instrumentalist Connell Sanderson, guitarist Nick Marcone and percussionist and vocalist Tyler Watts.

Bardic Alchemy is best described as a psychedelic trip into a musical world that is heavily inspired by the Celtic musical traditions…run through various effects pedals. Everything from soothing, mellifluously reverberating whistle melodies supported by groovy guitar lines and thumping djembe beats to high energy dance tunes on the Scottish and Irish pipes to three part vocal harmonies and even improvised pieces, Bardic Alchemy is a surprisingly dynamic and unpredictable musical journey.

So… Tuesdays… will now be…

Celtic Rock Tuesday!

https://www.facebook.com/events/425715451498873/?event_time_id=425715471498871

Spring Music Concert
Apr 16 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Spartanburg Methodist College

Spartanburg Methodist College’s annual Spring Music Concert is Tuesday, April 16 at 7:00 PM in Gibbs Auditorium on SMC’s campus. The SMC Troubadours and SMC Signer will perform a selection of sacred choral music as well as music from Bob Dylan and Michael Jackson. The choruses are directed by Dr. Lanny Lanford and accompanied by Piper Adan-Bedley. During the intermission, Dr. Patrick Flynn will render classical guitar music. This event is free and open to the public.

https://www.facebook.com/events/294196588171929/

Wednesday, April 17, 2019
Waverly Live, BBQ and Brews with Letters to Abigail
Apr 17 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
1898 Waverly Inn

Letters to Abigail launches our 2019 front porch series with great Americana Music, BBQ, local craft beers, wine and more. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and settle in on the front lawn for a great evening. No admission charge. Food and beverages are additional.

https://www.facebook.com/events/582620348906001/

Thursday, April 18, 2019
Guinness Pint Glass Thursday
Apr 18 @ 5:00 pm – Apr 19 @ 2:00 am
Delaney's Irish Pub

Music on Main starts back this month, and we are celebrating with a special series of Guinness pint glasses, available on Thursdays ONLY [while supplies last]
$4 draft specials on Guinness, Guinness Blonde, Harp’s or Smithwick’s – buy the pint, get the collectible glass, featuring 4 different iconic Guinness ads
Come each Thursday in April, collect all 4 glasses … just like Pokemon, gotta catch [collect] ’em all

https://www.facebook.com/events/340683426571396/?event_time_id=340683439904728

Music on Main featuring The Trevor Hewitt Band
Apr 18 @ 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Daniel Morgan Square

The Trevor Hewitt Band – Country

Music on Main, presented by Piedmont Natural Gas, is Downtown Spartanburg’s favorite after-work live music series. It’s a social gathering spot where friends and colleagues get together to enjoy some great music, a cold beer, and good times right on Morgan Square. Come have rockin’ good time!

Special thanks to our event sponsors: Budweiser of Spartanburg, Wild Wing Cafe, Rock 101, 104.5 The Block.

https://www.facebook.com/events/2272099202834107/

Carter Brown Memorial Barbecue
Apr 18 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

In the early years of our horse show at Harmon Field, the town would shut down to come out and watch the horses compete. We are excited to bring a bit of that tradition to the present by again offering the Carter Brown Memorial Barbecue at the Harmon Field Pavilion. The barbecue will follow the Tryon Horse Heritage Parade and kick off the brand new Traditionally Tryon Horse Show.

Open to the public
Local Food
Live Music
Silent Auction of original work by Sarah Holmberg

https://www.facebook.com/events/322930978365283/

CDA Member Dinner Mtg. at Burntshirt Vineyards, Chimney Rock
Apr 18 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Burntshirt Vineyards Tasting Room & Bistro

For our April 18th meeting we’ll get together at the lovely Burntshirt Vineyards Tasting Room & Bistro. So much more than wine tasting, this new presence in Chimney Rock Village is bringing distinctive menus, live music, and weekly specials to locals and visitors alike. Be sure to put this meeting on your calendar, as we’ll use this gorgeous backdrop to unveil the new website exclusively promoting Chimney Rock Village.
We will eat dinner at 6 pm and convene the meeting at 6:30 pm.
Everyone is welcome, but only CDA members can vote on any actions. Not a member? Not a problem! Come learn all about the work of our organization and how we promote all things Chimney Rock Village! Look for the agenda later in the month.
Your RSVP is strongly encouraged so that the Burntshirt Vineyards team can plan accordingly.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1007828549408310/

Rhythm & Rhymes: Jazz & Poetry at the Five Forks Branch
Apr 18 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Greenville County Library System

Celebrate National Poetry Month! The Greenville Jazz Collective performs live music with poet, Martha Mims. Experience the interplay between the music of poetry and the language of
music. Email [email protected] or call 234-4904 to register.

Please note:
This event is the second of a three-part series:
Tue, Apr 11, 6:30p-8:30p, Hughes Main Library
Tue, Apr 18, 6:30p-7:30p, Five Forks Branch
Tue, Apr 30, 6:30p-7:30p, Hughes Main Library

The second part of this event (Jazz & Poetry) is designed for adults ages 18+ and takes place at the Five Forks Branch.
104 Sunnydale Drive
Simpsonville, SC 29681

https://www.facebook.com/events/266290704251562/

2019 Patio Music Series
Apr 18 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Wild Ace Pizza & Pub

April 11 Kelly Jo & Buffaloe
April 18 My Girl My Whiskey and Me
April 25 Anna Leigh Band
May 2 Splitshot
May 9 Brother Oliver
May 16 Kyle Rowland & Friends
May 23 The Rent
May 30 Arvie Bennet

https://www.facebook.com/events/310666359616917/?event_time_id=310666366283583

Live Music with Chalwa
Apr 18 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Quest Brewing Company

Join us for our Thursday Night Concert Series featuring Chalwa. Straight from Asheville, these guys bring the serious Reggae vibes to the stage. Get ready for a groovin’ good time.

Resident Dogs will be here serving dinner.

https://www.facebook.com/events/339938510201823/

Music Bingo at The Flat Spartanburg (Spartanburg, SC)
Apr 18 @ 7:00 pm – Apr 19 @ 6:00 pm
The Flat Spartanburg

Come join us for an amazing night of music, prizes, and drink specials. It’s Music Bingo at The Flat Spartanburg. Test your music knowledge and compete against your friends and other patrons. It’s easy to play, and everyone is welcome! We’ll see you there!

https://www.facebook.com/events/610468289358518/

Music Bingo at The Flat Spartanburg (Spartanburg, SC)
Apr 18 @ 7:00 pm – Apr 19 @ 6:00 pm
The Flat Spartanburg

Come join us for an amazing night of music, prizes, and drink specials. It’s Music Bingo at The Flat Spartanburg. Test your music knowledge and compete against your friends and other patrons. It’s easy to play, and everyone is welcome! We’ll see you there!

https://www.facebook.com/events/610468289358518/?event_time_id=610468319358515