2024 Annual GCCA Showcase
2024-08-02 18:00 - 2024-09-25 18:00 (America/New_York) | Greenville Center for Creative Arts, 101 Abney St, Greenville, SC, 29609
THE ANNUAL SHOWCASE IS GCCA’S PREMIER EVENT FOR OUR MEMBER ARTISTS THAT FEATURES A MAIN GALLERY EXHIBITION HIGHLIGHTING THE TALENT OF OUR COMMUNITY. BECOME A MEMBER OF GCCA WITH A GIFT OF $50 OR MORE AND YOU CAN EXHIBIT YOUR ARTWORK IN OUR ANNUAL SHOWCASE.
Make Greenville Center for Creative Arts (GCCA) your first stop on First Friday! Located in the historic Brandon Mill complex in the creative arts district of West Greenville, GCCA is a perfect place to begin the Metropolitan Arts Council’s monthly art walk.
The Art Center is open for extended hours, 6pm to 9pm, on the first Friday of every month for First Friday activities. In addition to viewing multiple exhibitions from both locally and nationally-recognized artists, at GCCA you’ll have the opportunity to meet the resident working artists, see their studio spaces and works in progress, and learn more about their personal style and artistic process.
The mission of GCCA is to enrich the cultural fabric of the community through visual arts promotion, education, and inspiration. Founded by a dedicated group of artists, teachers, and community leaders, the Art Center offers programs for people of all ages, backgrounds, and economic circumstances.
Greenville’s Downtown Trolley (Route 903) provides visitors to the downtown area easy and free transport to the West Greenville area from July through September, every Thursday and Friday, 6pm to 11pm, and Saturdays, 5:30pm to 11pm. For real-time scheduling, download the FindGreenlink app on your phone and come visit!

Community Clean up
2024-09-16 12:00 - 2024-09-30 14:00 | Martha Dendy Community Center, 301 N. Bell Street, Clinton, SC, 29325

Revolutionary War Interpretive Performance by Robert Ryals on September 24
2024-09-24 10:00 - 15:00 | Laurens County Museum – Witherspoon Building, 116 South Public Square, Laurens, SC, 29360
History enthusiasts and the community are invited to experience a unique interpretive performance by Robert Ryals, who will bring to life the story of Reverend William Martin at the Laurens County Museum on Tuesday, September 24, at 7:00 PM. This living history event, held at 116 South Public Square, Laurens, offers a captivating glimpse into the life of Reverend Martin, who led 1,200 of his parishioners from Ireland to South Carolina in 1772, seeking refuge from the oppression of the British monarchy.
Through first-person narrative, Ryals will portray Reverend Martin’s tale of defiance against British tyranny, his suffering under British brutality, and his survival to tell his remarkable story. Ryals, a living history interpreter and reenactor, is a member of the Lancaster County Revolutionary War 250th Committee and a public historian focused on the Revolutionary War in South Carolina’s Upcountry.
The event is open to the public. Admission is free for museum members and those aged 18 and under. A $5 donation is suggested for all other attendees to support the museum’s educational programs.
In addition to special events, the Laurens County Museum’s exhibit hall is open for free tours Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. For more information about the museum’s events, programs, or membership opportunities, contact the museum at (864) 681-3678 or visit LaurensCountyMuseum.org or the museum’s Facebook page.

The Tech Investor's Playbook
2024-09-24 14:00 - 21:00 | Charleston Learning Center, 4 Conroy St Ste A, Charleston, SC, 29403
Interested in learning how to make money in tech stocks? Technology stocks comprise 43% of the weight of the S&P 500. 8 of America’s 10 largest companies by market cap are tech firms. Whether you have no knowledge of investing in tech stocks or are a relatively experienced investor, this class covers a wide range of topics that can help you make money by investing in tech stocks.

Smiling Faces Beautiful Places
2024-09-24 17:30 - 19:00 | Greenville Theatre, 444 College Street, Greenville, SC, 29601
What tools do city planners and civic leaders have at their disposal to keep our community sustainably beautiful and desirable? Learn how infrastructure, incentives, policies, and zoning codes can be woven together to ensure Greenville remains a healthy urban environment in the face of rapid growth.
Speakers:
Edward Kinney, Principal – Urban Design Division, City of Greenville
Clint Link, Director of Engineering Services, City of Greenville
Cost: Free
Advance registration required by emailing gwgrsvp@gmail.com no later than September 10.

Poet Glenis Redmond to Appear at Laurens Library
2024-09-24 18:00 - 20:00 | The Library, 2824 Bacons Bridge Road, Summerville, SC, 29486, United States
Glenis Redmond, celebrated poet, teacher, and imagination activist, will be featured at a special author event hosted by the Laurens County Library on September 24th at 6 p.m. Redmond, who served as Greenville County’s first Poet Laureate and is a 2023 Poet Laureate Fellow selected by the American Academy of Poets, has gained national recognition for her powerful work and contributions to the arts.
Her literary achievements include the highly acclaimed books Praise Songs for Dave the Potter and The Listening Skin, along with her latest release, The Song of Everything: A Poet’s Exploration of South Carolina’s State Parks. In recognition of her impact on the literary and artistic communities, Glenis Redmond was honored with South Carolina’s highest arts distinction, the Governor’s Award, and was inducted into the South Carolina Academy of Authors in 2022.
Redmond’s poetry has reached audiences across the globe, with performances ranging from Hawaii to Haiti, as well as a tour in England. In addition to her performances, she works with the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs to promote poetry and cultural exchange.
Known for her belief that “poetry is the mouth that speaks when all other mouths are silent,” Redmond’s words continue to inspire and connect communities. The Laurens County Library is proud to welcome her to the community for this free event, which is open to the public.
For more information, contact the Laurens Public Library at 864-681-7323.
