Upcountry History Museum dives in with ‘Splash and Bubbles’
September 19, 2023
Explorers of all ages will be able to dive into the incredible world of ocean exploration when “Splash and Bubbles: Dive In, Lend a Fin” makes its only South Carolina…
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Upcountry History Museum presents stories stitched in the seams
August 23, 2023
There’s an art to storytelling and in “We Didn’t Wait for Freedom – The Civil War Narrative Quilts of Vera P. Hall,” the stories are literally stitched in the seams…
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Upcountry History Museum is a 2023 Blue Star Museum
May 19, 2023
The Upcountry History Museum – Greenville County has joined museums nationwide in the Blue Star Museums program, a collaboration that provides free admission to the nation’s active-duty military personnel and…
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AFL announces expanded partnership to include exclusive naming rights to Greenville Drive’s premier venue, the Champions Club
April 11, 2023
AFL announced its expanded multi-year partnership with The Greenville Drive, a South Atlantic League Affiliate of the Boston Red Sox. This opportunity positions AFL as the presenting sponsor of The…
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Around the World in 80 Hats at Upcountry History Museum
March 22, 2023Though not in a hot air balloon with Phileas Fogg, visitors will have an opportunity to go around the world on an 80 hat and headdress journey as the Upcountry…
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South Carolina State Fair’s Spring Fair Food Drive-Through returns April 16-22
March 22, 2023
The South Carolina State Fair announced its annual Spring Fair Food Drive-Through will return Sunday, April 16 through Saturday, April 22, 2023. The week-long food event, featuring a wide variety…
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Country music star Lindsay Ell added as direct support for Darius Rucker
March 14, 2023
Country music star Lindsay Ell added as direct support for Darius Rucker at Southern Fried Circuit charity concert Upcountry Fiber announces that Lindsay Ell, who was named “one of the…
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Riverbanks Zoo and Garden opens the new Darnall W. and Susan F. Boyd Aquarium & Reptile Conservation Center
March 2, 2023
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, a world-class recreational and educational attraction in Columbia, S.C, officially opened its new state-of-the-art Darnall W. and Susan F. Boyd Aquarium & Reptile Conservation Center at…
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A year of learning opportunities at UWS
February 13, 2023
As spring is upon us, where at the school will be hosting numerous classes, courses, and skill based workshops at our location in Tamassee SC. We have 33 acres for…
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Two Andy Warhol exhibitions opening at Upcountry History Museum
February 3, 2023
The Upcountry History Museum-Greenville County, a Smithsonian Affiliate, is bringing an exceptional encounter with history, art, and culture to Greenville when two extraordinary exhibitions featuring Pop Art icon Andy Warhol…
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St. Pat’s in Five Points announces band line up
January 19, 2023
St. Pat’s in Five Points, one the Southeast’s largest St. Patrick’s Day festivals, announces its 2023 band lineup for the 41st annual event, which returns on Saturday, March 18 in…
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The Rose Ball Beneficiaries Committee now accepting letters of intent for grants to benefit charitable organizations in Greenville County
January 4, 2023
The Rose Ball, Greenville’s longest-running charitable event, is accepting letters of intent between January 1-13, 2023 for grant applications. The Rose Ball Beneficiaries Committee determines recommended grants for funding in…
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LEAD Upstate presents financial donations to three Upstate K-9 programs
January 4, 2023
LEAD Upstate held a press conference on Tuesday to present three Upstate K-9 programs with financial contributions. Representatives from the Greenville Sheriff’s office, Greer Police Department and Travelers Rest Police…
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52nd Annual Holiday Fair returns to the Greenville Convention Center December 1-3
November 30, 2022
The 52nd annual Holiday Fair will take place at the Greenville Convention Center December 1 – 3, offering the region’s largest selection of holiday arts, crafts and gifts under one…
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New twist on traditional holiday classic making Greenville debut at Upcountry History Museum
November 15, 2022
On Saturday, November 19, 2022, the doors of the Upcountry History Museum will open to an ever-familiar story but the Greenville debut of an exclusive holiday favorite, “Nutcracker: The Exhibition.”…
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Wild Rumpus of Sendak’s ‘Wild Things’ comes to Upcountry History Museum
October 17, 2022
Stomping into Greenville in its only South Carolina stop, “Wild Things: The Art of Maurice Sendak” will open at the Upcountry History Museum-Furman University, a Smithsonian Affiliate, on Saturday, October…
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Charity Ball Board kicks off planning for 2023 Rose Ball, introduces new leadership and selects Bon Secours St. Frances Cancer Center as lead beneficiary
September 21, 2022
A year before the 2023 Rose Ball, the Charity Ball Board of Greenville has begun planning for the 52nd year of Greenville’s longest-running charitable event, which will take place on…
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South Carolina State Fair discount tickets are now available
September 7, 2022
Discount admission and ride tickets for the 153rd annual South Carolina State Fair are on sale now through Tuesday, Oct. 11. Patrons can save up to 50% by purchasing S.C.…
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Football Season is Back! Eat, drink and draft with Carolina Ale House
August 29, 2022
Football is back and your local Carolina Ale House is the headquarters to eat, drink and draft this season! Carolina Ale House is made for football — and with their 50+…
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Sunny Days Entertainment, LLC expanding and moving corporate headquarters to Laurens County
August 24, 2022
$16 million investment will create 80 new jobs Sunny Days Entertainment, LLC, a leading supplier, distributor and manufacturer of children’s toys, today announced plans to move its expanding corporate headquarters…
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South Carolina State Fair is now hiring temporary positions
August 3, 2022
The South Carolina State Fair, the state’s largest annual event, is now accepting temporary employment applications for this year’s 12-day fair, which takes place Oct.12-23, 2022, at the S.C. State…
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South Carolina State Fair Accepting Entries for 2022 Competitive Exhibits
July 6, 2022
The South Carolina State Fair is now accepting entries for this year’s competitive exhibits, which will be on display Oct. 12-23, 2022, at the S.C. State Fair. The annual exhibits will…
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Tickets for Tacos ‘N Tequila Fiesta on sale now
April 12, 2022
The Upstate’s premier festival honoring the combination of tequila and tacos is back with a new location and a new date. The 2022 Tacos ‘N Tequila Fiesta will be held…
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In nostalgic nod to Saturday morning cartoons, Bugs Bunny and friends arrive at Upcountry History Museum
February 7, 2022
On Saturday morning, February 12, 2022, Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Road Runner, and Tweety Bird won’t just be cartoons on your television screen, they and fellow Looney Tunes and Merrie…
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Local business, Grateful Brew, supports nonprofits with festive, holiday event on December 11th
December 9, 2021
Local coffee shop and craft beer taproom, Grateful Brew, will host “A Very Grateful Christmas” event on December 11th, 11:00am – 4:00pm at their location at 501 South Pleasantburg Drive…
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The 2021 Rose Ball announces record fundraising to benefit local charities
October 21, 2021The Charity Ball Board of Greenville raised $410,000 for the 2021 Rose Ball beneficiaries, which the committee announced during the Beneficiaries Reception on Wednesday. Continuing in the ball’s 50-year tradition,…
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South Carolina State Fair discount tickets available starting Sept. 8
September 8, 2021
Save time and money by buying early online or at participating Circle K locations Discount admission and ride tickets for this year’s South Carolina State Fair will go on sale…
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Inaugural Hog & Barrel Festival bringing three days of bourbon, BBQ, and bacon to Greenville this November
July 15, 2021
A three-day festival dedicated to those Southern staples of bourbon, BBQ, and bacon aims to join the pantheon of can’t miss Upstate events. Everything from exclusive bourbon tastings to live…
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Statewide expedition planners meet in Camden
June 25, 2021Final preparation for SC7 expedition held before kickoff event in Oconee County By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Members of the SOUTH CAROLINA SEVEN (SC7) expedition logistics-and-planning team gathered for a…
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Topside Pool Club to host monthly Working Women’s Wednesday event
May 5, 2021
Topside Pool Club has started a program aimed at empowering women’s leadership. Working Women’s Wednesday is a networking event that will be held every second Wednesday of the month, starting…
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Reedy Reels Film Festival to return this June
April 23, 2021
This Reedy Reels Film Festival will be returning to Greenville this summer with plenty of adjustments to make the festival unlike it’s ever been seen before. This year’s festival will…
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Scottish Games offering two events this May
April 20, 2021
The Greenville Scottish Games will be offering two smaller events this year in lieu of the traditional May festival. The 2021 Special Invitational Heavy Athletics Event will be held on…
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The Charity Ball Board of Greenville announces beneficiaries for funds raised by the 2021 Rose Ball
April 20, 2021
The Charity Ball Board of Greenville has unanimously selected the beneficiaries for the 2021 Rose Ball. The 26th Rose Ball will be held on Friday, September 24, 2021 at the…
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Urban Wren announces Travis Giarratana as General Manager
April 15, 2021
Urban Wren, a full service restaurant concept located in Markley Station, recently announced the promotion of Travis Giarratana to General Manager. Prior to this promotion, Giarratana served as Assistant General…
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Tacos ‘n Tequila Fiesta back this May with new twists
March 23, 2021
It’s time to talk about tacos – the Tacos ‘n Tequila Fiesta that is. One of the Upstate’s most vibrant food festivals, Tacos ‘n Tequila Fiesta will be held on…
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