Friday's

12:15
Bike ride leaves at 12:15
Friday Lunchtime Bike Rides
Since the spring of 2006, cyclists of all ages and abilities converge
downtown every Friday at noon to take part in an easy-going, end-of-
the-workweek bike ride. Bring your bicycle and helmet. 
The group returns along the trail together and is back by 1:00 p.m.
Meeting place:
Mary Black Foundation Offices, 349 E. Main Street, Suite 100,
Spartanburg, SC

2/22/2008 - 3/8/2008
Wed-Sat 8pm, Sun 3pm
To Kill A Mockingbird
Christopher Sergel's beautiful adaptation of Harper Lee's powerful novel.
Greenville Little Theatre
444 College St , Greenville, SC
Call: 864 233-6238
Costs: $25 adult, $24 senior (65+), $17 child (4-16)
greenvillelittletheatre

 

2/28/2008 - 3/2/2008
8 pm,  Sundays at 3 pm
Wait Until Dark
Last produced by Centre Stage during our 1984-1985 season,
WARNING: Contains adult themes and language.
Centre Stage - South Carolina
501 River Street , Greenville, SC 29601
Costs: $25 and $20
Call: 864-233-6733
centrestage

 

 

2/28/2008 - 3/2/2008
8:15 pm - 10:15 pm
Shoestring Players: The Taming of the Shrew
Thursday, February 28, 2008-Sunday, March 02, 2008
The Taming of the Shrew by William Shakespeare 
The Taming of the Shrew will be performed by the Shoestring Players at USC Upstate, February 28-March 2 in Spartanburg.
Costs: Students $4.00; Faculty $4.00; Staff $4.00; Public $6.00
Shoestring Players at USC Upstate, Spartanburg, SC
Humanities and Performing Arts Center, 800 University Way,
Spartanburg, SC 29303
Call:  (864)503-5987

 

2/28/2008 - 3/2/2008
8 pm
Theatre/Converse Studio Series: The Vegetable Soup Troupe
Spread the word: the Veggies are back!! Theatre/Converse once again presents an evening of improv with the 2008 edition of The Vegetable Soup Troupe. Limited seating is available on a first-come-first-seated basis.
Event Open to Public
Phone: (864) 596-9068
Location: Laird Studio Theatre, Converse College, Spartanburg, SC
converse

 

March 1, 2008 - March 2, 2008
3 pm
Death and the Maiden
Clemson Players
The Clemson Players present a student directed and designed production of Ariel Dorfman's visceral dramatic play, "Death and the Maiden." The drama centers around the brutal crimes against humanity perpetrated by former Chilean dictator Pinochet. Shocking and poignant, the production features Clemson students Shayan Shojaee, Elizabeth Finley, and Alex Smith and is directed by Jeffrey Russell.
Brooks Center, Clemson, SC
clemson

 

March 1, 2008  / 7 pm
March 2, 2008  /  3:30 pm
Celtic Concert
Anderson Symphony Orchestra
Celtic 'Pops' with Emerald Road
The Anderson Symphony Orchestra will perform a Celtic Pops Concert featuring popular music from the British Isles.
Saturday, March 1, 2008- 7:30p.m.- Tri-County Technical College- Library
Sunday, March 2, 2008- 3:30p.m.- The Belton Depot
Cost: Free
Tri-County Technical College, Pendleton
7900 Hwy. 76, Pendleton, SC
Call (864) 231-6147.
gamac


March 1, 2008 - March 2, 2008
March 7, 2008 - March 9, 2008
8 pm - 10 pm / Sun 2:30 pm
Anderson Senior Follies-Senior Moments
An exciting show filled with singing, dancing and comedy that entertains audiences of all ages. All cast members are at least 55 years old.
Anderson University-Rainey Fine Arts Ctr., Anderson
316 Boulevard, Anderson.
Call: (864) 231- 2080.
andersonseniorfollies


March 4, 2008 - March 27, 2008
INDEPENDENT FILM FESTIVAL
Tuesday-Thursday 4 pm + 7:30 pm
March 4, 2008 - March 6, 2008
I'm Not There (on the life of Bob Dylan; Cate Blanchett was nominated for an Oscar for best supporting actress)
March 11, 2008 - March 13, 2008
The Savages (about family dynamics in the face of Alzheimers; Laura Linney was nominated for an Oscar for best actress)
March 18, 2008 - March 20, 2008
Mongol (exclusive pre-release screening of this Foreign Language film nominee from Kazakhstan, on the life of Genghis Khan)
March 25, 2008 - March 27, 2008
Margot at the Wedding (a bittersweet story about two sisters; starring Nicole Kidman, Jennifer Jason Leigh and Jack Black)
Sponsored by the Upstate Film Society and Cherrydale Cinemas
Cherrydale Cinemas, 3221 N. Pleasantburg Dr., Greenville, SC
upstatefilms


March 5, 2008 - March 9, 2008
UniverSoul Circus
Greenville Municipal Stadium, Greenville, SC
universoulcircus


March 5, 2008 - March 6, 2008
BI-LO Invention Convention
bilocenter


March 6, 2008 - March 7, 2008
The Grand Design in Anderson
Electric City Playhouse and the Friends of the Anderson County Library join forces to present The Grand Design, a chronicle of a Scots-Irish journey to the New World, March 6 & 7 in Anderson.
Electric City Playhouse, Anderson, SC
Call: (864)224-4248
artsdaily


March 6, 2008 - March 7, 2008
Southern Home and Garden Show
Carolina First Center, Greenville, SC
Call 233-2562
carolinafirstcenter


March 6, 2008 - March 8, 2008
March 13, 2008 - March 15, 2008
8 pm
March 9, 2008 - 3 pm
March 16, 2008 - 7 pm
Annie
Enjoy the Broadway hit musical, presented by Alverson Center Theatre in association with Connections
Alverson Center Theatre,
133 E. Whitner St., Anderson, SC
Call (864) 224-9220.
actheatresc


March 6, 2008 - March 9, 2008
10 am - 10 pm
Southeastern Scots-Irish Festival and Games
The Southeastern Scots-Irish Festival and Games will bring together historical and cultural elements of Scottish and Irish life. There will be displays of spinning, vendors with Celtic goods, and the Scottish Highland Athletics. For the younger at heart there will also be musicians from folk to rock all with a Celtic style. Authentic foods and drink will also be served.
City of Anderson Recreation Center
1107 N. Murray Avenue, Anderson, SC
scotsirishfest


March 7, 2008 - March 9, 2008
March 14, 2008 - March 16, 2008
Fri + Sat 8 pm,  Sun 3 pm
Cats
Presented by Spartanburg Little Theatre
Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical based on Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats and other poems by T.S.Eliot. One of the most popular musicals of all time, this event will set you purring as you meet all the jellicle cats.
Cost: Adult $28, Seniors $26, Students $17
Chapman Cultural Center, David Reid Theatre
200 E. St. John Street, Spartanburg, SC 29306    
Call:(864) 585-8278
chapmanculturalcenter


March 7, 2008 - March 8, 2008
Fri 8pm, Sat 8pm
Cirque Du Ballet
Cost: Adult $30, Age 12 and under $25, Age 60 and over $25
The Peace Center for the Performing Arts Gunter Theatre
300 S Main St, Greenville, SC
Call: 864 467-3000
peacecenter


March 7, 2008 - March 9, 2008
9 am - 9 pm
Arabian Horse Show
Western Carolinas Arabian Horse Association
Horse show to include classes for Arabian and Half Arabian Horse, Sport Horse, Dressage, Halter, English & Western Pleasure, Native Costume Classes for open, Amateur & Junior Exhibitors.
Cost: Free
Main Arena, T. Ed Garrison Livestock Arena, Pendleton
Call: (864)338-5704
clemson

March 8, 2008 - March 9, 2008
3 pm
Storybook Ballets
The Peace Center for the Performing Arts, Gunter Theatre
300 S Main St, Greenville, SC
Call: 864 467-3000
peacecenter


March 7, 2008 - March 9, 2008
March 14, 2008 - March 16, 2008
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
The Adventures of Robin Hood
Enjoy the classic legend of the Prince of Thieves, a story of daring feats of bravery. Robin Hood and his Merry Friends of Sherwood will take you on a fun-filled adventure as they steal from the rich and give to the poor.
Clemson Little Theatre, Pendleton
214 S. Mechanic St., Pendleton.
Call (864) 646-8100.
clemsonlittletheatre

March 7, 2008 - March 9, 2008
The Carolina Walkers Classic
TWH Plantation Pleasure
walking-horse


March 7, 2008 - March 8, 2008
8 pm
Cirque Du Ballet: Artistry Meets Athleticism
Ballet for all ages presented by the Carolina Ballet. A three-ring ballet, or a three act ballet, including a classical ballet from Lay Bayadere entitled 'The Kingdom of the Shades,' a new piece by returning guest choreographer Claudio Longo (acclaimed by the Greenville News for his Duet of one performed by CBTs Anita Sun Pacylowski and Sam Chester in It Takes Tu-Tu Tango), and a new work by CBT Artistic Director Hernan Justo that focuses on the athleticism of dance. This unique choreography goes to a whole new level by incorporating balls, poles, elastic fabrics, and more.
Cost: $30.00 / Child (Age 12 and under): $25.00 /Senior (Age 60 and over): $25.00
Gunter Theatre, Greenville, SC
carolinaballet
peacecenter


March 8, 2008 - March 9, 2008
Sat 8 pm ; Sun 3 pm
Springtime in Paris / Masterworks Series
Greenville Symphony Orchestra
STRAVINSKY: The Rite of Spring
GERSHWIN: An American in Paris
GERSHWIN: Rhapsody in Blue
Edvard Tchivzhel, conductor
Cost: $15, $35, $45
Call: 864 232-0344
The Peace Center Concert Hall, 300 South Main Street, Greenville, SC 29601
greenvillesymphony


March 8, 2008 - March 9, 2008
3 pm
Storybook Ballets
Carolina Ballet
Ballet for the little ones from the Carolina Ballet. As grandma reads her storybook the characters come to life in The Sorcerer's Apprentice (from Disney's Fantasia), Petrushka (a puppet story, similar to Pinocchio, set in Russia) and a piece from La Bayadere (a story of forbidden love by Marius Petipa who choreographed the original Swan Lake, Sleeping Beauty, and The Nutcracker.)
Cost: $30.00
Child (Age 12 and under): $25.00
Senior (Age 60 and over): $25.00
http://www.peacecenter.org/
Gunter Theatre, Peace Center, Greenville, SC
carolinaballet
peacecenter


March 14, 2008 - March 16, 2008
Fri 7 pm; Sat 8 pm; Sun 3 pm
Mozart From Beginning To End
date:Friday, March 14, 2008 venue:The Gunter Theatre address:300 South Main Street  Greenville, SC 29601  View map posted by:Greenville Symphony Orchestra
Join us in the lobby after the concert for a reception featuring chocolates and coffee, sponsored by Liquid Highway/Touch the Ground.
MOZART: Symphony No. 1, K 16, E-flat major
MOZART: Piano Concerto No. 20 in D minor
MOZART: Symphony No. 41, "Jupiter"
Marina Lomazov, piano
Cost: $35
The Gunter Theater, The Peace Center for the Performing Arts
300 S Main St , Greenville, SC
Call: 864 467-3000
greenvillesymphony
peacecenter


March 13, 2008 - March 16, 2008
8 pm, Sun 2 pm
Converse College Theatre Performance: Converse Theatre Initiative
The Converse Theatre Initiative is a project that will present a series of staged readings of selected new plays by regional playwrights
Laird Studio Theatre, Converse College
580 East Main Street, Spartanburg, sc 29302          
Call:  (864) 596-9067      


March 13, 2008 - March 15, 2008
7 pm
ASAC Horse Show
American Saddlebred Association of the Carolinas
Horse show featuring the American Saddlebred Horse in fine harness,three gaited, and five gaited competition. Classes also for Hackney pony and Roadster Horse competition. Competitors include professional, amateur, and junior riders. Indoor arena with food concessions available, as well as vendors with clothing, jewelry, and other merchandise. Covered warm-up arena. 400+ stalls
Cost: Free
Main Arena, T. Ed Garrison Livestock Arena, Pendleton, SC
Call:  (704)867-1371
clemson


March 14, 2008 - March 15, 2008
3rd Annual Caroline's On My Mind
Events to benefit the Caroline Virginia Pulliam Mitochondrial Disease Fund. Golf Tournament on Friday, March 14 at The Country Club of Spartanburg. 5K Walk/Run at 9 a.m., Saturday, March 15, in Duncan Park. BBQ/Band Party at 6:30 p.m., Saturday, March 15.
Various locations around Spartanburg
The Country Club of Spartanburg;
Duncan Park; Carolina Country Club, Spartanburg, SC          
Call: (864) 237-1377

March 14, 2008 - March 15, 2008
1st Annual St. PatrickÕs March of the Leprechauns
HendersonvilleÕs Historic Downtown Shopping District will host the first festival that celebrates Western North Carolinas Irish Heritage. The event will be family friendly with a full schedule of activities. Never before has Hendersonville hosted a festival of this kind. It's a great way to get the spring season started and downtown merchants are sure to welcome everyone. Remember that in March everyone is a wee bit Irish!


March 14, 2008 - March 16, 2008
Snapshot Spartanburg Shooting Weekend - Snapshot Spartanburg challenges people to become artists for a day and have a good time! It celebrates the place where we live and aims to open eyes to the extraordinary and the everyday, everywhere. What will you shoot? ItÕs a secret! Email snapshot@hoteyephoto.com to sign up and be notified on March 14th of the theme of this event. Then go out, take pictures and deliver 10-20 images I digital format to us by March 18th. On March 29th you get to share your adventures as we present a sample of everyoneÕs work on the big screen at the Showroom in front of an audience. A three-member panel will present running commentary. Carroll Foster will curate and MC this show.

March 14, 2008 - March 16, 2008
7 pm
The King and I
Presented by the Greer Children's Theatre.
J. Harley Bonds Career Center, Greer, SC
Call 848-5383

March 15, 2008 - March 16, 2008
DIX Spring Convention & Contests    
Peace Center, Greenville, SC

March 14, 2008 - March 15, 2008
7 pm
Banff Mountain Film Festival
Now in its 32nd year, the Banff Mountain Film Festival showcases the work of independent and documentary filmmakers from around the world. The focus of these films is primarily mountain environment, adventure, and culture. One thing is for sure, your breath will be taken away.
Tickets are available after February 29th at Mast Store in Asheville and Hendersonville
Cost: $12 and $15 /  $5 for students 
Porter Center, Brevard College Campus, Brevard, NC
Call 828-884-8107


March 14, 2008 - March 16, 2008
First Annual Irishfest in The City of Gaffney
The City of Gaffney will be hosting its First Annual Irishfest Friday, March 14 and Saturday, March 15, 2008. Friday night, there will be a free concert by 'MulliganÕs Banned' from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with food and beverage vendors in attendance.
Saturday, March 15, 2008, there will be a free concert by 'Fayssoux McLean and Brandon Turner' from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and again from 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. The Irishfest parade will begin at 9:30 a.m. and will last approximately one hour. 'Hot Duck Soup' will perform for free from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.; 'Rince na h'Eireann Dance School' from Charlotte North Carolina will make two appearances at 12:00 p.m. and at 1:00 p.m. 'Doc Bowman and Carolina Rail' will perform at 12:20 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., and again from 1:15 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. The crowd will be able to enjoy face painting, leprechaun photo opportunities, inflatable games, arts and crafts vendors, and lots of good food from 8:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.
City of Gaffney Visitors Center at 301 N. Limestone Street, Gaffney, SC 29340
Call: (864) 487-6244
getintogaffney-sc


March 14, 2008 - March 16, 2008
8 am - 8 pm
Star Systems Dance Competition
Memorial Auditorium
385 N Church Street, Spartanburg, SC 29303
Call: 864-582-8107


March 14, 2008 - March 16, 2008
March 20, 2008 - March 23, 2008
March 27, 2008 - March 29, 2008
SIGHT UNSEEN
by Donald Margulies
CLOUD 9
by Caryl Churchill
Sight Unseen is the story of wildly successful painter Jonathan Waxman who is in search of the one thing that once made him truly great. The only problem is Patricia has married Nick and wonÕt forgive Jonathan for what he did in the past. This production follows the events that lead up to this English country-side meeting where all three people search for answers and the nature of true art.
Warehouse Theatre Mainstage Production
Warehouse Theater, Greenville, SC
warehousetheatre


March 20, 2008  / 3 pm
March 28, 2008  / 3 pm
March 29, 2008  / 2:30 pm + 4:30 pm
Music with the Masters
Make plans to spend an afternoon enjoying M&GÕs Old Master paintings and a live instrumental performance by the University string ensemble, Collegium Musicum, as the galleries echo with the poignant melodies of Bach and Mendelssohn.
Cost: Free with general admission.
Bob Jones Museum & Gallerie, Greenville, SC
bjumg


March 21, 2008  - March 22, 2008
March 28, 2008  - March 29, 2008
Improv at the Warehouse Theatre
Short Form Comedy Improv with The Distracted Globe
One of the Nation's fastest growing entertainments.Come check out Distracted Globe and others as we present late night comedy improv!
Swing by around 10:30pm on the following nights for some of the most inventive Improv Comedy nights around.
All improv is a $5 ticket and remember we have a cash bar and a wine bar.
Bring your friends and have FUN!
warehousetheatre


March 21, 2008  / 7 pm
March 22, 2008  / 11 am
2nd Annual Southern Heritage Trail Horse Competition & Sale
See horses compete in a trail competition.
Cost: Free to spectators
Main Arena, T. Ed Garrison Livestock Arena, Pendleton
Call:  864-710-1735
clemson


March 27, 2008  - March 30, 2008
Jasmine Jubilee AQHA Horse Show
Enjoy this American Quarter Horse Association show. Halter, Hunt Seat, Reining, and cattle events.
Cost: Free to spectators
Call; (864)369-2679
Main Arena, T. Ed Garrison Livestock Arena, Pendleton, SC
clemson


March 28, 2008  - March 29, 2008
Furman Relay for Life
Relay For Life is the American Cancer Society's signature event. Relay represents the hope that those lost to cancer will never be forgotten, that those who face cancer will be supported, and that one day, cancer will be eliminated.
For more info, or to sign up:
screlayforlife
acsevents


March 27, 2008  - March 29, 2008
8 pm
Assassins
Furman Pauper Players present Assassins
This is a culturally relevant musical called Assassins, music and lyrics by stephen sondheim, book by john weidman. The show is a study of the motives of the 9 Americans who attempted to assassinate their president. It is a great and enlightening show in it's own right, but in this election year it is especially relevant as it raises questions about issues such as poverty, racial equality, and the accuracy of history itself.
Cost: $ 10
McAlister Auditorium, Greenville, SC
furman


March 28, 2008  - March 30, 2008
Shrine Circus
Enjoy amazing animals, jugglers, clowns, elephants and everything else that makes a great circus. Admission.
Civic Center of Anderson, 3027 Mall Rd., Anderson, SC
Call (864) 260-4800
shrine-circus


March 28, 2008  - March 29, 2008
Fri 8 pm, Sat 3pm
Lady and the Hooligan / International Ballet
Lady and the Hooligan, choreographed by Bespechnyi and Kysselova with a rich Shostakovich score, is an alluring and dramatic story ballet packed with high energy from beginning to end.
Cost: $35
The Peace Center for the Performing Arts, Gunter Theatre
300 S Main St , Greenville, SC
Call: 864 467-3000
peacecenter
peacecenter


March 28, 2008  - March 29, 2008
Extraordinary Women Conference
Cost: $69 - call for special savings!
BI-LO Center, 650 N Academy St , Greenville, SC
Call: 864 241-3800
bilocenter
 

March 28, 2008  - March 29, 2008
2008 Native Plant Symposium - Clemson, SC
The South Carolina Native Plant Society's 2008 Symposium entitled "Building Bridges - We're In This Together" will be held March 28 - 30, 2008 in the Upstate at Clemson's Madren Center (directions) on the Clemson University Campus. Speakers will include Cole Burrell, Friday, March 28, at 7:00pm in the Bell South Auditorium (Madren Center) and Patrick McMillan, Dinner Speaker, March 29, 6:30pm in the Madren Center.
scnps


March 28, 2008  - March 29, 2008
4:30 pm + 7 pm
Heidi
adapted by Lucille Miller from the book by Johanna Spyri
Presented by Spartanburg Youth Theatre
Happy in her Swiss mountains with her grandfather and Peter, the goat herder, Heidi is whisked away by her Aunt to live in Frankfort to be the companion to a young invalid girl, Clara. Heidi's fun and mischievous personality win over all those she meets and wonderful things result.
Produced by special arrangement with Anchorage Press Plays, Inc. of Louisville, Kentucky
Cost:  adults/seniors $12, youth $8
David W. Reid Playhouse, Camp Croft
Call: Call 864-542-ARTS (2787)
chapmanculturalcenter


March 29, 2008  - March 30, 2008
8:30 am - 2:30 pm
Palmetto Paint Horse Club - 2 judge show
Enjoy a Paint Horse Show which offers English, Western, Performance and Halter classes for registered paint horses.
Cost: FREE to spectators
Main Arena, T. Ed Garrison Livestock Arena, Pendleton, SC
Call: 843-995-9128
www.pphc.net
clemson


March 28, 2008  - March 30, 2008
April 4, 2008 - April 6, 2008
April 11, 2008 - April 13, 2008
Fri + Sat 7:30 pm / Sun 3 pm
CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
By Richard R. George
Based on the book by Roald Dahl/ Directed by Sheri Dunlap
Call: (864) 855-1817
West End Hall, 201 South 5th Street, Easley, SC
easleyfoothillsplayhouse


March 28, 2008  - March 30, 2008
Greenville County Adult Championship
Tennis Tournament
The Pavilion
Call: 322-PLAY
yourrecconnection


March 31, 2008  - April 4, 2008
9 am - 12 noon
Spring Break Camp
Carolina FC 2008 Camp Series
Spring Break Camp
Boys & Girls, Ages 8-14
Cost: $55
Carolina FC Soccer Complex
Call:
864.576.6325
carolinafc

 

Ongoing classes and events at the Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System
SRHS

Ongoing classes and events at the Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System
Village at Pelham, Greers, SC
The Village at Pelham

Ongoing classes and events at Greenville Hospital System
ghs

 
Furman University Learning In Retirement
FULIR
Any adult who is interested in learning is welcome to join.
There are no age or educational requirements. 
Calll:  294-2997, 294-2998, or 294-2979.
furman

Ongoing through December 30, 2008
6 p.m. basic class. 7 p.m. intermediate class
Basic and Intermediate Shag Class
Ongoing through December 30, 2008
In-district fee: $50 per couple, $30 single; Out-of-district fee: $62.50 per couple, $37.50 single
T. W. Edwards Center
195 Coleman Circle
Pacolet
Call 864-457-4244
Events

Ongoing through May 27, 2008
7:30 pm
Ballroom Classes
Waltz, foxtrot, tango, swing, cha cha, rhumba, shag. Every Monday through May 2008
The Chapman Cultural Center
Spartanburg
Call 864-583-0339
Balletspartanburg
events

Ongoing through May 31, 2008
8:15 pm
Salsa Classes
Ongoing through May 31, 2008
The Chapman Cultural Center
200 E. St. John St.
Spartanburg
Call 864-583-0339
Balletspartanburg
events.

Square Dance
Held 2nd and 4th Fridays of each month
Second Fridays at 8 p.m.
Fourth Fridays at 8 p.m.
Ongoing through December 26, 2008
Inman Recreation Center
25 Oakland Ave.
Inman
Call 864-472-5162
Events

March 13, 2008 - May 1, 2008
Study The Great Viennese Operettas
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Clemson University offers a chance to study The Great Viennese Operettas, Thursdays from March 13 to May 1. Sessions meet from 2 to 4pm at Trinity Wesleyan Church Family Life Center in Central, and registration is required.
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Clemson, Central, SC
Call:  (864)656-6912
artsdaily

March 18, 2008 - April 22, 2008
Interior Design Tips for Your Home
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Clemson University offers a class on Interior Design Tips for Your Home, Tuesdays from March 18 to April 22. Sessions meet from 10 to 11:30am at the Seneca WomanÕs Club, and registration is required.
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Clemson, Seneca, SC
Call: (864)656-6912
artsdaily

 

11/26/2007 - 4/25/2008
The Picasso Project Student Art Competition
The Picasso Project Student Art Competition is a statewide series of events designed to recognize excellence in the artwork of South Carolina students while raising funds to support the work of Voices for South Carolina's Children. Students kindgarten through
higher-ed are encouraged to participate. The events run November 26-
April 25. Registration forms and regional show dates are available online at www.scchildren.org.
Voices for South Carolina's Children statewide, SC
Call: (803)744-4051

Greenville County Museum of Art
Continuing exhibitions feature: ANDREW WYETH - The Greenville Collection; JASPER JOHNS; WILLIAM H. JOHNSON.
Open Tuesday - Saturday 11am-5pm,
Sunday 1pm-5pm,
Thursday evenings until 8:00 P.M.
On Heritage Green, College St, Downtown Greenville
Call :  864-271-7570
Greenville County Art Museum


Spartanburg Art Museum
Mon - Fri 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.
Sat 10 A.M - 2:00 P.M.
Sun 2:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M.
Spartanburg Art Museum. Chapman Cultural Center, Spartanburg
Spartanburg Art Museum


Pickens County Museum of Art & History
Museum is open Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m., Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. until 7:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Admission is free
307 Johnson Street
Pickens, SC 29671
Telephone: (864) 898-5963
Pickens


Milliken Art Gallery Exhibition
Open to Public
Admission: Free Admission
Gallery hours are 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday-Friday. The Gallery is closed during school holidays.
Milliken Art Gallery, Converse College, Spartanburg
Call: (864) 596-9214
Convers College


11/26/2007 - 4/25/2008
The Picasso Project Student Art Competition
The Picasso Project Student Art Competition is a statewide series of events designed to recognize excellence in the artwork of South Carolina students while raising funds to support the work of Voices for South Carolina's Children. Students kindgarten through higher-ed are encouraged to participate. The events run November 26-April 25. Registration forms and regional show dates are available online at www.scchildren.org.
Voices for South Carolina's Children
statewide, SC
Call: (803)744-4051  Caylor Kirk
scchildren

 

1/22/2008 - 4/1/2008
Uniquely Spartanburg the Half Penny Inlay and other Decorative Arts
from thet Piedmont
Presented by The Spartanburg County Historical Association
An exhibit on the furniture of Spartanburg County from 1700 to 1840, an exciting observation of how families lived and entertained.
Chapman Cultural Center, Spartanburg, SC

 

12/1/2007 - 12/31/2008

Museum & Gallery at Bob Jones University
Days & Times: 2-5pm, Tues-Sun
Location: Museum & Gallery at Bob Jones University
Address: 1700 Wade Hampton Blvd , Greenville, SC
Phone: 864 770-1331
Admission: Adults $5, Students $3, Seniors $4
URL: bjumg

1/22/2008 - 3/23/2008
ART EXHIBIT- Leon Makielski
American Impressionist Leon Makielski was mentored by Mr. J.M.Studebaker who provided him with financial and moral support during his studies and travels in Europe. On the return trip, two of the artist's paintings went down with the Titanic, and Makielski would have as well had he not prolonged his stay in Europe. Robert Frost was a friend and an admirer of Makielski's work.
Spartanburg Art Museum (SAM),
The Chapman Cultural Center, 200 East St. John St., Spartanburg, SC
Call: (864) 582-7616

Monday-Saturday, 10:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m
ARTISAN CENTER, CAROLINA FOOTHILLS
The center is located at 124 W. Cherokee Street in downtown Chesnee.  From Spartanburg, take Hwy. 221 North until you reach Chesnee, then turn left on Hwy. 11.  The Artisan Center is the 3rd building on the right.
DUES/FEES: None
124 W. Cherokee Street, Chesnee, SC
Call:(864)461-3050
cfac


Milliken Art Gallery Exhibition: Jeremiah Miller
9 am - 5 pm Monday-Friday. The Gallery is closed during school holidays.
Event Open to Public
Admission: Free Admission
Milliken Art Gallery, Converse College, Spartanburg, SC
Call: (864) 596-9214
converse


Monday - Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
BMW Zentrum
The Zentrum Museum
 The Zentrum is the only BMW museum in North America, as it sits next to the only BMW manufacturing facility in the United States.
We are conveniently located between Greenville and Spartanburg, South Carolina, on Interstate 85 the main thoroughfare between Atlanta and Charlotte. Drive to exit 60 and follow the signs.
Entrance to the Zentrum is free
Call 1-864-989-6000
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10 am - 4 pm
A Call to Arms: Military Armament Through Time
View original guns and related items from 1812-1815, the War of 1812.
Location: Anderson County Museum, Anderson
202 E. Greenville St., Anderson.
Call (864) 260-4737.
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Fish out of Water; Hooked on the Arts 2
Notes: 30, six-foot long large-mouth bass have floated into Anderson! All were created by artists and are on display throughout the community. You can see them in downtown Anderson, Cater's Lake Park, the Hilton Garden Inn; the Anderson Sports & Entertainment Center; the Anderson Recreation Center and AnMed Health's North Campus.
Maps are available at the Anderson Arts Center Warehouse at
110 Federal St. in downtown Anderson.
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10 am - 7 pm
Celtic Exhibit
Notes: Explore an exhibit focusing on U.S. presidents and South Carolina leaders of Celtic descent. This event is part of Slainte, Anderson's Celtic Festival.
Anderson County Museum, Anderson
202 E. Greenville St., Anderson.
Call (864) 260-4737.
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March 1, 2008 - March 30, 2008
USC Upstate Art Education Exhibit
USC Upstate in Spartanburg presents works by Graduating Seniors in Art Education, on view March 1-30 in the FOCUS Educational Gallery.
USC Upstate, Spartanburg , SC
Call: (864)503-5838 
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9:30 am - 5:30 pm
Celtic Crossroads
Celebrate Youth Art Month with artwork from schools across Anderson County. All work uses Celtic heritage and culture as a theme. This event is part of Slainte, Anderson's month-long Celtic celebration.
Anderson Arts Warehouse,
110 Federal St., Anderson.
Call (864) 222-2787
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9:30 am - 5:30 pm
Creative Diplomacy: Youth Art Ambassadors
View youth art from Wales, featuring the dragon, which is part of the country's flag. This event is part of Slainte, Anderson's month-long Celtic celebration.
Location: Anderson Arts Warehouse,
110 Federal St., Anderson.
Call (864) 222-2787
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9:30 am - 5:30 pm
Youth Art Month
In conjunction with Slainte, Anderson County's Celtic Celebration, Celtic-themed artwork from schools will be on display. Also on display, winners from the Keep America Beautiful Art Contest.
Anderson Arts Center Warehouse, 110 Federal St., Anderson.
Call (864) 222-2787
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March 7, 2008 - April 4, 2008
Clay Works / Deb Bridges and Bonnie J. Smith at Metropolitan Arts Council Gallery. Reception Friday, March 7, 6:00 - 9:00 PM.
MAC Gallery, 16 Augusta Street, Greenville, SC
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March 3, 2008 - March 28, 2008
Furman University: "Spectrum: Beyond Cups & Bowls" works by Bob Chance and Michael Brodeur, art faculty.
Reception March 10, 7-9PM. Showing through March 28, 2007. Hours M-F 9am-5pm.
Thompson Gallery, Roe Art Building. Furman Universit, Greenville, SC


Bob Jones University Museum & Gallery
Tuesday - Sunday 2:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M.
1700 Wade Hampton Blvd, Greenville
Call: 864-770-1331
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MAC Gallery
16 Augusta Street, Greenville
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List of art galleries:
Galleries
Greenville Arts

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There are numerous events in libraries, book stores, and also
many life music events in restaurants or pubs.
Because these events are too many to list in the calendar please check them out on the following websites:

For Kids please check out the event schedule at:
Greenville Library Calendar
Spartanburg Library Events
Anderson Library Calendar



For  Greenville entertainment, life music in restaurants or pubs, karaoke, dance tournaments, yoga, classes go to:
Live music, dance lessons, language classes, yoga, karaoke etc



For  Spartanburg entertainment, life music in restaurants or pubs, karaoke, dance tournaments, yoga, classes go to:
Live music, dance lessons, language classes, yoga, karaoke etc




For movie theater and showtimes go to:
Movies & showtimes

Please do not forget to check all ongoing events, like theater or musical plays in our
- ongoing section
and exhibitions in the
- exhibition section
above on the left hand side !

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Below please find the calendar of events for each day in March 2008.

There are also numerous events in libraries, book stores, clubs, life music events in restaurants or pubs. Unfortunately these additional events are too many to list in our calendar. Therefore please check them out on the following websites:

Pease check out the event schedules at these libraries :
Greenville Library Calendar
Spartanburg Library Events
Anderson Library Calendar

For  Greenville entertainment, life music in restaurants or pubs, karaoke, dance tournaments, yoga, classes go to:
Live music, dance lessons, language classes, yoga, karaoke etc

For  Spartanburg entertainment, life music in restaurants or pubs, karaoke, dance tournaments, yoga, classes go to:
Live music, dance lessons, language classes, yoga, karaoke etc

For movie theater and showtimes go to:
Movies & showtimes

To keep the calendar as short as possible all ongoing events or events which do repeat on different days like plays, concerts, exhibitions, classes etc. are not included in the daily calendar, but  listed on the left hand side.

Therefore when you look up the events for a specific day, please do not forget to check all ongoing events, like theater or musical plays in our
- ongoing section and exhibitions in the
- exhibition section on the left hand side !

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Wednesday March 5, 2008
10 am - 4 pm
Stevie Coyle guitar workshop
with Boulevard Music
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Wednesday March 5, 2008
7 pm - 9 pm
Spartanburg Art Museum Reception
A special reception for a final viewing of the exhibition "People Reading: Selections from the Collection of Donald and Patricia Oresman" Also meet author and lecturer Nicholas A. Basbanes who will speak at the Library the following evening.
Cost: Free
The Spartanburg Art Museum,Chapman Cultural Center
200 East St. John Street,Spartanburg, SC 29306    
Call:     (864) 596-3507    
Please RSVP for the reception by March 3 at 864-596-3507.


Wednesday March 5, 2008
12 pm - 1 pm
When Lillian Gish Came to China
Dr. Qilang He, assistant professor of history
The Center for Women's and Gender Studies kicks off Women's History month with a lecture by Dr. Qilang He, Assistant Professor of History at USC Upstate.
Following the lecture, Dr. He will take questions from the audience. "When Lilian Gish Came to China" is free and open to the public. Light hors d'oeuvres will be served.
USC Upstate, Spartanburg, SC


Wednesday March 5, 2008
7 pm
Go Diego Go Live! The Great Jaguar Rescue
Cost:
Floors/Risers:$39 (Day Of Show $44) CUID No Discount
Lower Bowl Seats :$30 (DOS $35) CUID $25(DOS $30)
Upper Center Section:$24 (DOS $29) CUID $19(DOS $24)
Upper Bowl Outer:$20 (DOS $25) CUID No Discount
Littlejohn Coliseum, Clemson University. 7pm.
Call: 864- 656-1413 or 864-656 4252
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