Trustus Theatre announces Second Annual Gala: Harlem Nights
January 10, 2025Trustus Theatre announced the date for its highly anticipated Second Annual Gala, taking place on February 7, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM at the South Carolina State Museum.…
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Nearly Sold Out: Join Us for “Southern Songwriters with Patrick Davis” at Harbison Theatre
January 9, 2025An evening of storytelling & song with performers from Davis’ new national TV Show On January 24, 2025, Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College will host South Carolina native Patrick…
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Simpsonville author’s book garners rave national review
January 9, 2025Fearfully and Wonderfully Made, a memoir by Liz Williams has received its first major editorial review. “A transformative exploration of faith, self-discovery, and spiritual renewal, offering readers a deeply relatable…
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Fine Arts Center celebrates six students as YoungArts National Competition award winners
January 8, 2025The Fine Arts Center announced that six students have been honored as winners in the prestigious YoungArts National Competition. Six Fine Arts Center students were also selected last year for…
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S.C. Arts Commission announces four staff members
January 8, 2025Artist development, arts industry and communications roles filled The South Carolina Arts Commission began 2025 with full teams serving artists and arts organizations and its communications needs after adding four…
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Clinton Library Hosts Creative Kids’ Activity on January 13th
January 5, 2025The Clinton Library invites children ages 6–10 to a fun and interactive program on Monday, January 13th, at 4 p.m. Participants will explore balance and structure by building skyscrapers using…
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Blue Hose End the Year in Style with New Year’s Eve Victory Over Wolves
January 1, 2025The Presbyterian College women’s basketball team (2-11) picked up their first victory on their home court after defeating the Newberry Wolves (5-9) 63-43 on New Year’s Eve. HOW IT HAPPENED…
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Stitch It Up with Visible Mending!
January 1, 2025The Clinton Library’s much-loved Visible Mending program is back and ready to help you tackle those pesky rips and tears! Join the first session on Tuesday, January 14, at 11…
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From Music to Giving Back: Andrew Wooten’s Journey and Healing HeARTS Initiative
December 18, 2024Andrew Wooten’s journey from a small-town dreamer to a regional musical success is nothing short of inspiring. Fueled by a passion for music that began in his youth and strengthened…
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Allendale County SC 250 Committee to host film screenings in January of American Revolutionary War heroes
December 17, 2024The Allendale SC250 Revolutionary War Committee has been awarded a grant providing for screening events and discussions with audiences of two award-winning docudramas, All for Liberty, and Echoes of Freedom: Heroes from…
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South Carolina Children’s Theatre announces Katie O’Kelly as new CEO
December 17, 2024South Carolina Children’s Theatre (SCCT) announced the promotion of Katie O’Kelly to Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. O’Kelly, who has served as the theatre’s Managing Director since 2022, steps into…
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Last Chance to Vote: Main Street Laurens Christmas Window Display & Storefront Competition
December 16, 2024The holiday season is in full swing, and the Main Street Laurens Design Committee invites everyone to take part in the final days of the Christmas Window Display & Storefront…
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Local Artist Kathy Childress Guinn Turns Glass Art into a Labor of Love and Healing
December 16, 2024In the heart of Laurens County, Kathy Childress Guinn has transformed family legacy and personal loss into stunning glass art pieces that captivate both form and function. With roots steeped…
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O Holy Night: A French Carol That Captivated the World
December 16, 2024Among the many cherished Christmas hymns, O Holy Night stands apart for its emotional power, sweeping melody, and profound message of hope. From its beginnings as a French carol in…
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Ernest A. Finney, Jr. Cultural Arts Center hosts Be the Light: A Celebration of Community for the Holidays
December 12, 2024On Saturday, December 21 from noon to 4:00 PM, the Ernest A. Finney, Jr. Cultural Arts Center is hosting a FREE holiday celebration for everyone with giveaways, holiday treats, children’s…
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Walking Through Prairie With Philip Juras
December 12, 2024By Tom Poland August 21, 6:15 p.m. Philip Juras and I are walking through remnant prairie. His mission is to paint a vestige of our lost Southland. Mine is…
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Laurens District High School Chorus and Strings to Perform at Final BOLD Concert of the Year
December 11, 2024The final BOLD Concert of the year promises to be a special evening of holiday music and community celebration. On Wednesday, December 18, the Laurens District High School Chorus and…
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Deadline Approaches for Laurens Library’s Second Annual Gingerbread House Competition
December 11, 2024The Laurens Library is calling all bakers and creative minds to showcase their talents in the second annual Gingerbread House Competition. The deadline to submit entries is quickly approaching, with…
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O Holy Night: A French Carol That Captivated the World
December 11, 2024Few Christmas songs can match the emotional depth and soaring beauty of O Holy Night. From its humble beginnings in 19th-century France to its status as a global holiday classic,…
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Actors’ Theater of South Carolina awarded SC250 American Revolution Educational grant, “Lost heroes of the American Revolution”
December 10, 2024Actors’ Theater of South Carolina is the recipient of an Education Grant from the South Carolina American Revolution Sestercentennial Commission (SC250) to help the community rediscover its unique American Revolution…
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Actors’ Theater of South Carolina awarded SC250 American Revolution Educational grant, “Lost heroes of the American Revolution”
December 9, 2024Actors’ Theater of South Carolina is the recipient of an Education Grant from the South Carolina American Revolution Sestercentennial Commission (SC250) to help the community rediscover its unique American Revolution…
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Eleven CCSD schools win art awards
December 9, 2024Eleven schools in Charleston County School District (CCSD) have received Arts Curricular Innovation Grants (ACIG) through the South Carolina Department of Education. Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School and Murray-LaSaine Montessori School were…
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Christmas Crafting Wonderland at the Clinton Library
December 8, 2024Get into the holiday spirit at the Clinton Library with a special Christmas Crafting Wonderland event! On Thursday, December 12th, at 4 p.m., children 10 and under are invited to…
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Fallen Color
December 5, 2024By Tom Poland And a Never-Forgotten Dog Can uprooted trees flaunt fall color? No. Dead men don’t talk and dead leaves don’t reveal colors. I figured it was impossible.…
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Celebrate the Holiday Season at the Meeting Street Artisan Holiday Markets in West Columbia!
December 5, 2024The City of West Columbia’s Meeting Street Artisan Market is bringing the holiday spirit to life with special Holiday Editions on the first three Saturdays of December: December 7, 14,…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Sandra Nikolajevs, Charleston Chamber Music
December 4, 2024The LowcountryBizSC, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of our markets…
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Spoleto Festival USA receives $1 million memorial gift to fund three major initiatives
December 4, 2024Donation made in honor of late supporter Dr. Suzan D. Boyd Spoleto Festival USA today announced a significant $1 million gift from M. Edward Sellers, chair emeritus member of Spoleto’s…
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Lander University BFA/BA Senior Art Students Works Showcased at Lander Art Gallery
December 4, 2024The Lander University School of Art + Design held a reception for “Triads,” a BFA/BA exhibition featuring the work of student artists Sacha Anderson, Ellie Maxwell and Arla Sease on…
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Experience the Joy of Christmas at Walk Through Bethlehem in Abbeville, SC
December 4, 2024Just a short drive from Laurens County, the Cold Spring Mennonite Church in Abbeville invites you to a captivating and heartfelt holiday event, Walk Through Bethlehem. This interactive journey will…
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Silent Night: From a Small Austrian Village to Global Fame
December 3, 2024Few Christmas songs carry the quiet reverence and universal appeal of Silent Night. This serene hymn, originating in a tiny Austrian village over two centuries ago, has transcended its humble…
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Renowned garden designer, floral artist, and author Lucy Hunter launches home décor business
December 3, 2024“The Flower Hunter” Showcases Hunter’s Inaugural Hand-Painted Wallpaper Studio Collections Inspired by Her Life in Garden and Floral Design Accomplished Author, Floral and Garden Designer Lucy Hunter today announced the…
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Spoleto Festival USA announces subscriptions to exciting 49th season of Chamber Music Series
December 3, 2024New and returning renowned artists to perform 11 trailblazing programs at Dock Street Theatre Spoleto Festival USA announced that subscriptions to the 2025 Spoleto Chamber Music series will go on…
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Holiday Magic in Laurens County: Tree Lightings, Parades, and Festive Events This Week
December 2, 2024As the holiday season approaches, Laurens County is brimming with festive events to bring joy and cheer to residents and visitors alike. Here’s a look at what’s happening this week…
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Opening This Weekend: Experience the Magic of A Charlie Brown Christmas with LCCT
December 2, 2024Get into the holiday spirit as the Laurens County Community Theater (LCCT) proudly presents A Charlie Brown Christmas! Opening this weekend, this heartwarming stage adaptation of the classic 1965 animated…
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Laurens County Community Theater to Presents A Charlie Brown Christmas
November 24, 2024Get into the holiday spirit with the Laurens County Community Theater’s production of A Charlie Brown Christmas! This delightful stage adaptation of the classic 1965 animated television special promises to bring…
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We’re Soft & We Can’t Deny It
November 20, 2024By Tom Poland Mama trembled when she talked about the Great Depression. I never forgot that. She’s gone and only the oldest survivors recall those hard times. Today’s full-plate…
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A Kind Word for the Irish Travelers
November 20, 2024By Tom Poland A few years back I was frustrated, trying to get a book off the ground but it just wouldn’t come together. My limitations as a writer…
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Holiday Fair & Kringle Village seeking volunteers for inaugural event
November 20, 2024Holiday Fair & Kringle Village, a uniquely elevated holiday experience created by the partnership of Greenville Convention Center’s Annual Holiday Fair and Rotary Club of Greenville’s Kringle Holiday Village, is…
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Imagine the Opossum-bilities: Fun for Kids at the Laurens Library!
November 20, 2024Children ages 6-10 are invited to join an exciting and educational adventure at the Laurens Library on Monday, November 25th, at 4:00 PM. This hands-on program gives young participants the…
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Seniors Invited to Create Festive Ornaments at Clinton Library
November 20, 2024The Clinton Library is hosting a special crafting event for seniors on Tuesday, November 26, at 11 a.m. Participants will have the opportunity to create an adorable sheep ornament—perfect for…
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Presbyterian College Orchestra to Present ‘Reflections’ Concert Featuring Diverse Classical Repertoire
November 20, 2024The Presbyterian College Orchestra, under the direction of Dr. Giovani Briguente, will present “Reflections,” an evening of classical music, at Presbyterian College in Clinton. The performance, scheduled for Thursday, November…
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Spoleto Festival USA Director of Choral Activities announces final season
November 19, 2024Joe Miller to take a final bow at 49th Spoleto Festival USA After a remarkable 19-year tenure, Joe Miller, the esteemed Director of Choral Activities at Spoleto Festival USA, will…
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Greenville Theatre presents the spectacular new Broadway musical, Anastasia
November 19, 2024Greenville Theatre invites you to join us “Once upon a December,” as we journey to the past with the spectacular new Broadway musical, Anastasia. This regional premiere kicks off Thursday, December 5,…
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Wicked, The Original Broadway Blockbuster, to return to the Koger Center for the Arts
November 18, 2024The stage is almost set to announce the 2025-2026 Broadway in Columbia Season presented by Bank of America. Broadway in Columbia announced the Original Broadway Blockbuster, WICKED will be part…
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Five Richland One Schools awarded Distinguished Arts Program grants from SC Department of Education
November 18, 2024Five Richland One schools have been awarded 2024-2025 Distinguished Arts Program (DAP) grants from the South Carolina Department of Education. The grant, which is part of the Department of Education’s…
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Laurens County Community Theatre to Hold Auditions for Little Women
November 18, 2024The Laurens County Community Theatre is set to hold auditions for its upcoming production of Little Women on Sunday, December 8, at 6 p.m. Auditions will take place at Clinton…
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Emma Celeste Gusko Crowned Miss Lander 2024-25: Teaching Fellow Hopes to Inspire a Love for History and Empower Lander Women
November 18, 2024Emma Celeste Gusko, a Teaching Fellows student whose passion for history brought her to Lander University, has a new chapter in her own life’s story. As the newly crowned Miss…
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Lander to Host BFA/BA Exhibition Reception, Wind Ensemble Concert
November 18, 2024The community is invited to join the Lander University College of Arts and Humanities for “An Evening with Emerging Artists” on the Lander campus Thursday, November 21. The event will…
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Intro to Glassblowing Class at The Artist Coup Promises Unique Holiday Experience
November 18, 2024Get ready to fire up your creativity at The Artist Coup with an Intro to Glassblowing class on December 12 at 5:30 p.m. This exciting workshop offers a hands-on opportunity…
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East West Partners debuts revitalization of 152-year-old landmark building in Charleston
November 15, 2024East West Partners, a premier, nationally awarded residential and commercial real estate development group with a flagship office in Charleston, announces the grand opening of 71 Wentworth, a collection of…
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