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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Southeastern Wildlife Exposition opens year-round wildlife art gallery
August 22, 2023Gallery by Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE), a new, brick-and-mortar extension of the annual Charleston event, will host its grand opening on August 30 The Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE), a 501(c)(3)…
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Cayce’s River Arts District selected for statewide Achievement Award
August 22, 2023At the Municipal Association of South Carolina’s 2023 Annual Meeting in July, the City of Cayce received the Annual Achievement Award for the development in the City’s Cayce River Arts…
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The City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs announces We Were Made from Shadows Exhibition by Hirona and Riki Matsuda
August 22, 2023
The City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs presents We Were Made from Shadows, featuring large-scale installations and assemblage works by artists Hirona and Riki Matsuda, on view August 23 through…
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Lander Art Professor Doug McAbee to Give Community Lecture
August 21, 2023
The community is invited to join Lander University and the Arts Center of Greenwood for the first installment of the 2023-24 Community Lecture Series featuring Lander Professor of Art Doug…
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Greenville Theatre kicks off season 98 with Monty Python’s Spamalot
August 18, 2023
Greenville Theatre is excited to open Season 98 with the 2005 Tony Award-Winning Best Musical, Monty Python’s Spamalot. This hilarious musical tells the story of King Arthur and his Knights of…
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You’ve Got to be a Friend to Have a Friend
August 16, 2023
By Reba Hull Campbell Every year, I dust off this “first day of first grade” photo taken in front of then-Crayton Elementary School. It makes me thankful for these…
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Columbia Museum of Art’s board of trustees adds two new members
August 16, 2023
Talented local leaders bring their skills to the museum The Columbia Museum of Art announces Linda Pearce Edwards and Dr. Todd Lefkowitz as two new members elected to serve on…
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New slate of S.C. Arts Commission emerging artists announced
August 14, 2023
Six artists just getting established in their crafts will benefit from the South Carolina Arts Commission Emerging Artists program, receiving a project-based grant and career mentoring. The SCAC defines emerging…
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Unite in Harmony: Join the Laurens County Chorale for a Joyful Musical Journey
August 13, 2023
As the curtain of summer draws to a close, the vibrant echoes of music are set to fill the air once again in Laurens County. Matt McCall, the Artistic Director…
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Greenville youth learn ballet skills at Phillis Wheatley Community Center
August 8, 2023
Eleven students had the opportunity to learn ballet at Phillis Wheatley Community Center over the summer. Instructors from International Ballet provided two free ballet classes per week at the center…
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Rodney McMillian, Columbia-born artist with national reputation, receives Key to the City and S.C. State House resolution as his work is acquired by the Columbia Museum of Art
August 8, 2023
Two McMillian artworks have been acquired by the museum with support from the Contemporaries The Contemporaries, an affinity group of the Columbia Museum of Art (CMA), have revealed two new…
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Lander University to Host Artist Gabrielle Torres
August 8, 2023
The community is invited to join the Department of Art + Design for a reception and conversation with artist Gabrielle Torres on Tuesday, Aug. 22 at 5 p.m. Torres’ latest…
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Adam Schrimmer of Blank Canvas Mural Company to design three murals in Travelers Rest
August 7, 2023
Adam Schrimmer, Lead Artist and Owner at Blank Canvas Mural Company, was selected by businesses in the city of Travelers Rest to design and paint three murals as part of…
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Unbound to present “Unbeing” August 25 & 26
August 7, 2023
Unbound Dance Company will present “Unbeing,” its third consecutive annual show on Aug. 25 & 26. Performances will be at 7 p.m. on both days at Dreher High School, 3319…
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New stationery & craft shop opens Downtown Charleston August 12
August 7, 2023
The Paper Canopy, a new stationery and craft store, is launching its first brick and mortar location at 93C Spring St., with a grand opening on August 12, 2023, from 11-5PM. The Paper Canopy started…
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S.C. Arts Commission adds digital communications manager
August 7, 2023
The South Carolina Arts Commission welcomed a new team member to provide constituents with engaging and accurate content via agency social media channels and to bring creative energy to its…
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World-class performers star in September premiere of ‘Daniel and The Kings’
August 7, 2023
Charleston native and Broadway performer Matt Shingledecker will play the lead role of Daniel in a new musical drama debuting at the North Charleston Performing Arts Center in September. Written…
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Join The Quill & Well Amateur Writers Exchange: A Platform for Aspiring Wordsmiths
August 3, 2023
Are you an aspiring writer looking for a supportive community to share your creative work and exchange ideas? If so, we invite you to be a part of The Quill…
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Chasing The Ivorybill
August 2, 2023
By Tom Poland “Chasing the Swamp Ghost” caught my eye, and I read Garden & Gun’s feature about photographer Bobby Harrison’s quest to capture irrefutable evidence that the ivorybill…
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Summerville Orchestra kicks off its new season “A Platinum Jubilee”
August 1, 2023
The Summerville Orchestra (S.O.) celebrates its 20th season this year with an All-Star lineup of both well-loved classics and contemporary works. The concerts’ focus is celebration, in keeping with its…
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Bassist/vocalist Mimi Jones headlines USC Jazz Festival
August 1, 2023
The University of South Carolina Jazz Festival is a learning, adjudication and performance opportunity for regional high school and middle school jazz students to perform for and work with USC’s…
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Manny Houston to headline Art of Jazz Series
July 31, 2023
Presented by Charleston Jazz and the Gibbes Museum of Art, THE ART OF JAZZ series features concerts of original music inspired by works on display at the Gibbes. Manny Houston…
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My SC Wildlife Dream Machine
July 27, 2023
By Tom Poland I grew up in a large hardwood forest in Georgia, and I rambled in woods every chance I got. I saw deer, wild turkey, ducks, and…
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Gibbes Museum announces $10,000 Prize for Contemporary Southern Art
July 27, 2023
The Gibbes Museum of Art announced the 2023 1858 Prize for Contemporary Southern Art. Each year, Society 1858, the museum’s young professionals auxiliary group, awards a $10,000 cash prize to…
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Robert Ariail’s “Lowcountry” panel wins national award for best cartoon
July 27, 2023
Cartoonist Robert Ariail has been honored with a national award for best cartoon by the Association of Alternative News Media (AAN). Ariail’s “Lowcountry” panel stood out among the competition, impressing…
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Follow the Yellow Brick Road to Stardom: Audition for the Wizard of Oz at Laurens County Community Theatre!
July 26, 2023
Lions, and tigers, and bears, oh my! Get ready for an unforgettable journey down the Yellow Brick Road as the Laurens County Community Theatre proudly presents auditions for their upcoming…
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Introducing “Aspen & Figs” Clinton’s Premier Inspired Gifts and Artisan Market
July 24, 2023
Bringing Local Artisan Craftsmanship and Natural Beauty to Your Doorstep Nestled in the heart of downtown, Clinton welcomes a new addition to the shopping experience that promises to be a…
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Studio 55
July 23, 2023
Studio 55 is a premier dance studio serving Laurens County and surrounding areas!
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Artist Minute – Jessica Fichter, Trustus Theatre
July 19, 2023
The Who’s on the Move Artist Minute is a quick, two-minute interview in support of the undeniable impact that the arts and local artists have on our communities. One of…
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PAWchitecture design-build pet furniture competition launches in Greenville to benefit Greenville County Animal Care
July 19, 2023
Nichols Architects partners with AIA Greenville, brings creative community together to make a difference AIA Greenville, a local section of the South Carolina chapter of the American Institute of Architects,…
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Mike Brown contemporary artist in residence Dogon Krigga
July 19, 2023
Mike Brown Contemporary in partnership with One Columbia SC, is pleased to announce Dogon Krigga will serve as the first MBC Emerging Artist In Residence. With generous support from One Columbia…
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The Day The Sky Fell
July 19, 2023
By Tom Poland A beautiful blue-sky afternoon it was. As I walked back from my mailbox a freshly killed squirrel with half its head missing fell right in front…
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Lander Graduate Lands Emerging Artist Grant
July 16, 2023
Lander University alumna Jordon Mack, of Orangeburg, is one of six South Carolina residents chosen to receive an emerging artist grant this year. The grants, awarded annually by the South…
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Local Favorite, Cayce Fall Fest, returns October 7
July 14, 2023The City of Cayce is excited to announce the return of the Cayce Fall Fest! Fall Fest will be held on Saturday, October 7, from 12 pm – 6 pm…
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A Favorite Place
July 13, 2023
By Tom Poland Each spring I write of three places, three beautiful places where colonies of rocky shoals spider lilies bloom. One is quite accessible; one is perhaps the…
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Follow Town’s Yellow Brick Road with The Wizard of Oz
July 13, 2023
“We’re off to see the Wizard… the wonderful Wizard of Oz!” And we want YOU to join us on the journey. Donning those famous ruby reds as Dorothy Gale from…
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Calling All Unicorn Lovers to The Makery
July 9, 2023
Summer is winding down and if you have run out of ideas to keep the kids busy The Makery has a great activity for you to consider and one they…
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When A Church Dies
July 6, 2023
By Tom Poland Some linger in woods. Some stand, for now, at the end or side of a dirt road. Some hide behind other buildings, and some haunt the…
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South Carolina State Fair now accepting submissions for 2023 competitive exhibits
July 6, 2023
The South Carolina State Fair is now accepting entries for its annual competitive exhibits to be on display Oct. 11-22, 2023 during the S.C. State Fair. Exhibitors from across South…
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Stormwater announces group exhibition as part of BIPOC Residency Program
July 5, 2023
Cultural Heritage | Creative Expression: Stormwater Residency Finalists Stormwater Studios is thrilled to announce a group exhibition titled “Cultural Heritage | Creative Expression” which showcases the finalists of the inaugural…
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City of Clinton Seeks Community Feedback for New City Mural – Deadline July 8
July 5, 2023
The City of Clinton in conjunction with PC Junior, Barrett Moody, are seeking your input on a building mural. All residents of Clinton are asked to give their opinion on…
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International African American Museum opens doors wide for visitors near and far
June 30, 2023
Public opening follows a line-up of celebration and community events The International African American Museum (IAAM) officially opened to the public on Tuesday, June 27, after over 20 years of…
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Workery Apparel; Columbia based fashion brand launch
June 27, 2023
SY the Label, a Columbia, SC-based women’s wear, fashion brand with a mission to bring freedom to working women, is thrilled to announce the launch of its highly anticipated fall…
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Moody Spring
June 22, 2023
By Tom Poland Rounding a curve on Highway 107, I saw water spurting from handsome stonework set in a mountain. Moody Spring, I knew we’d stop. I had no…
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The Countdown to the 4th of July Celebration on Lake Murray presented by Lexington Medical Center is on!
June 21, 2023
The countdown to Independence Day is on! Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board (CCLMC) is proud to host the 35th annual 4th of July Celebration on Lake Murray on Saturday, July 1, presented…
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SC Philharmonic announces Combined, a Chubb Company, as 2023 Grand Sponser of Fireworks with the Phil at Segra Park
June 21, 2023
The South Carolina Philharmonic is delighted to announce that Combined Insurance Company of America, a Chubb Company, is the official Grand Sponsor of the 2023 Fireworks with the Phil on…
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Feel the Heat in newest exhibit at Upcountry History Museum
June 20, 2023
We watch the news with a sense of disbelief yet can’t seem to pull ourselves away even as the screen fills with image after image of raging wildfires. In its…
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Muzika!, a classical music festival, set to debut along South Carolina’s Hammock Coast
June 13, 2023
South Carolina’s Hammock Coast will host Muzika!, a classical music festival featuring fully staged operas, choral orchestral concerts, Broadway Revues, and Chamber performances this summer. Muzika, which will be held…
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Major fashion exhibition featuring Alexander McQueen and Ann Ray coming this fall
June 12, 2023
Garments and photographs document their shared artistic journey and friendship The Columbia Museum of Art is pleased to present Lee Alexander McQueen & Ann Ray: Rendez-Vous, a major fashion and…
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