Aspen & Fig and The Makery to Host Jewelry Crafting with Rosemary McLeod
November 6, 2023
Rosemary McLeod, a talented jewelry artisan hailing from Spartanburg, has been adorning the world with her unique handcrafted pieces for over 15 years. Her passion for working with metals and…
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Journey into 19th Century Italian Guitar with Dr. James Buckland
November 6, 2023
Classical music enthusiasts and history lovers don’t miss an extraordinary evening at Presbyterian College on Thursday, November 9th at 7:30 pm. Dr. James Buckland, an internationally renowned guitarist, researcher, and…
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Trans-Siberian Orchestra returns to Greenville with “The Ghosts of Christmas Eve – the Best of TSO & More” on Saturday November 18, 2023
November 5, 2023
Bon Secours Wellness Arena Announces a Portion of Proceeds to Benefit Miracle Hill of Greenville and Leo Santa Toy Drive Prepare for a musical journey like no other this winter…
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Charleston Christmas Special returns for an all-new production of holiday classics and new favorites
November 2, 2023
Charleston’s favorite holiday show is back for 10 performances in December. Produced by Moranz Entertainment, the Charleston Christmas Special runs Dec. 14 to Dec. 23 at the Charleston Music Hall.…
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Alchemy Comedy to present 10th Annual New South Comedy Festival
November 2, 2023
Alchemy Comedy Theater announced the return of the longest-running improv festival in the Southeast with the 10th Annual New South Comedy Festival. Slated to run for ten days, from 11/2…
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Columbia Museum of Art announces December programs and events
November 2, 2023
EXHIBITIONS Lee Alexander McQueen & Ann Ray: Rendez-Vous On view through January 21, 2024 Rendez-Vous offers a rare glimpse into the life and mind of one of the most…
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Open call for local artists: CAE is now accepting submissions for the 2024 – 2025 Art in the Airport program
November 2, 2023
Calling all professional artists! The Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) is now accepting submissions for the 2024 – 2025 Art in the Airport program. Now in its fifth year, the wildly popular…
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Love’s Pure Light: The Laurens County Chorale’s Upcoming Concert
November 1, 2023
As the holiday season approaches, Laurens County residents can look forward to an evening of enchanting choral music that will surely warm their hearts. The Laurens County Chorale, under the…
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CMA Chamber Music on Main’s upcoming season is one for the books
October 31, 2023
Artistic director Andrew Armstrong welcomes all-star lineup for concert series The critically acclaimed, intimate concert series CMA Chamber Music on Main marks its 22nd year with an extraordinary 2023–2024 season.…
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Upcountry History Museum showcases holiday classic with behind-the-scenes close-ups
October 31, 2023
It’s a holiday classic that almost didn’t make it from book to screen but for a friendship forged during World War II. In its Southeastern debut, “A Very Grinchy Christmas,”…
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Spoleto Festival USA announces new Director of Chamber Music
October 31, 2023
Spoleto Festival USA announced that cellist and composer Paul Wiancko will become the next Charles E. and Andrea L. Volpe Director of Chamber Music and will debut in the role during the 2024 season (May…
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Audition for ‘The Little Mermaid’ – Be Part of the Laurens County Community Theatre Magic
October 30, 2023
Are you ready to be a part of a timeless tale that has captured the hearts of generations? The Laurens County Community Theatre is thrilled to announce auditions for their…
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Exclusive Sergio Hudson exhibition opens November 18 at the CMA
October 27, 2023
Hudson and team to participate in special opening day program The Columbia Museum of Art presents Sergio Hudson: Focused on the Fit, an exhibition showcasing the work of iconic fashion…
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Catching Up With Lou Miller
October 26, 2023
By Tom Poland No. 87 lay on Buddy Bufford Field as still as a stone. Louis Miller, senior end, had broken ribs, but better days lay ahead. The undefeated…
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SCAC artist grant supports arts-based entrepreneurship
October 26, 2023
The arts-based business initiatives of two South Carolina artists (#SCartists) are getting FY24 support from a South Carolina Arts Commission grant and program designed to develop artists’ knowledge and skills…
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Artist Minute – Candace Thibeault
October 25, 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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Chamber Music Charleston welcomes multi-Grammy award-winning violinist James Ehnes to Sottile Theatre for “Chamber Music with Friends”
October 25, 2023
James Ehnes, who has established himself as one of the most sought-after violinists on the international stage, makes his highly anticipated debut with Chamber Music Charleston on Sunday, November 5…
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Arts & Draughts returns in epic fashion to celebrate McQueen exhibition
October 24, 2023
Live music, art experiences, fashion shows, and more on November 10 The Columbia Museum of Art’s signature biannual block party Arts & Draughts is back on November 10, and this…
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Scoops on West Main: A Canvas for Local Artists to Sweeten the Community
October 24, 2023
In an initiative that blends artistic expression with community engagement, Scoops on West Main, the ice cream parlor in Clinton, is opening its doors to local artists. They are inviting…
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Lander University to Host Artist Logan Woodle
October 21, 2023
The community is invited to join the Department of Art + Design for a reception and conversation with artist Logan Woodle Thursday, Nov. 9at 5 p.m. Woodle’s latest exhibit, “Uproot,”…
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Koger Center presents American Patchwork Quartet this October
October 19, 2023
The Koger Center for the Arts announced The Four Phantoms as their newest performance in their “Koger Center Presents” series. The performance is scheduled for January 30th, 2024, at 7:30…
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Southern Exposure New Music Series presents Wet Ink Ensemble
October 18, 2023
The Southern Exposure New Music Series at the University of South Carolina’s 22nd season, “Friends and Family,” continues with an evening featuring Wet Ink Ensemble, an acclaimed octet of composer-performers…
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Learning Along The Estuary
October 18, 2023
By Tom Poland The children of Sandy Island board a school bus boat for an eight-minute journey across the Waccamaw River to the mainland. There, they ride a traditional bus…
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South Carolina Author Jamie Langston Turner Publishes Ninth Novel
October 15, 2023
South Carolina author Jamie Langston Turner has published her ninth novel, Every Ocean Has A Shore, part of an extended series that begins in the fictional town of Derby, South…
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Laurens County Public Library System Announces Spooktacular Pumpkin Decorating Party
October 15, 2023
Get ready for a spooktacular event hosted by the Laurens County Public Library System – The Spooktacular Pumpkin Decorating Party! This Halloween event promises an afternoon of creativity, laughter, and…
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Waterfall Country
October 12, 2023
By Tom Poland Several hikes proved easy. One proved tougher than nails. By the time we made it to the third waterfall of the day, an idea had firmly…
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Charleston Literary Festival announces partnership with The Guardian and the IAAM to explore the enduring legacy of transatlantic slavery
October 12, 2023
IAAM is set to run two major Festival sessions: one featuring former Guardian journalist and professor Gary Younge, followed by a panel exploring The Guardian’s historical connections with transatlantic slavery.…
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Sarah Moriarty, Charleston Literary Festival 2023
October 12, 2023
This year’s edition of the Charleston Literary Festival 2023 is just around the corner. It runs from November 3-12 in Charleston, SC, at downtown historic venues. With an emphasis on…
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New exhibit at Upcountry History Museum reveals a unique perspective of combat and veterans portraits
October 12, 2023In its newest exhibition, “Hard Earned: The Military Photographs of Stacy Pearsall,” opening Saturday, October 21, 2023, the Upcountry History Museum – Greenville County, a Smithsonian Affiliate, presents a rare…
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Mayor Daniel Rickenmann announces new Columbia public art program ‘Columbia Streams Art’ at Boyd Plaza
October 12, 2023
The art program will create a city-wide palette of public art collaborations celebrating Columbia’s access to our rivers, and also craft diverse artistic visions shared across our business and public spaces.…
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Matt Irwin appointed Vice Chair of the SC Children’s Theatre Board of Directors
October 12, 2023
Matt Irwin, Senior Business Development Manager for Messer Construction Co., has been appointed as the Vice Chair of the SC Children’s Theatre Board (SCCT) of Directors. Irwin has been an…
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Harbison Theatre supports veterans through the arts
October 11, 2023
Join us as we take a look behind the battle line Inspired by the New York Times Op-Ed Article “The Things They Wrote” and the subsequent HBO documentary “Last Letters…
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Lander Writers Series to Feature Alumnus Robert Maynor
October 10, 2023
The community is invited to join the Department of English and Foreign Languages for the annual Lander Writers Series featuring author and Lander alumnus Robert Maynor. The event will take…
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The Nick and SC Pride to present Paris is Burning
October 10, 2023
The Nick and South Carolina Pride Movement (SC Pride) will present Paris Is Burning as part of The Nick’s Pride Night celebration on October 18, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. Both…
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Richland Library celebrates Filipino Heritage Month
October 10, 2023
Visit the featured art exhibition and more! Join Richland Library for an opening reception of its newest art exhibition, Weaving Communities and Cultures Through Cloth, Friday, October 6 from 6:30 – 8:30…
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Melrose Heights brings artists and entertainment to a historic Columbia neighborhood
October 10, 2023The Historic Melrose Art in the Yard will once again welcome artists and artisans to show and sell their original work in the historic, downtown Columbia neighborhood. The event will…
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2024 Southeastern Wildlife Exposition general admission, special events and select VIP available now
October 9, 2023
The Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that celebrates wildlife and the great outdoors through fine art, live entertainment and special events, will return to host its 42nd…
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“Parting Lines” to open at GCCA’s Main Gallery
October 6, 2023
Exhibition opens First Friday, October 6th, 2023 Greenville Center for Creative Arts (GCCA) is excited to announce the opening of their Main Gallery exhibition, Parting Lines. The exhibition features the…
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2023 MOJA Arts Festival announces new closing weekend highlights
October 5, 2023
The city of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs, in partnership with the MOJA Planning Committee, has announced details of additional MOJA Arts Festival performances and performing artists ahead of its…
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The Miraculous Green Lizard
October 5, 2023
By Tom Poland We call it a lizard, except it’s not. It’s an anole, and it can re-grow its tail, “regenerate” in the words of scientists. Think about that.…
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Mayor Daniel Rickenmann announces new Columbia Public Art Program Columbia Streams Art at Boyd Plaza
October 5, 2023Columbia Mayor Daniel Rickenmann will announce Columbia Streams Art, a new City of Columbia public art program, during a public ceremony at Boyd Plaza on Wednesday, October 11 at 1:00 pm.…
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Picnics in the Park with Forest Acres
October 5, 2023
Be sure to join Town Theatre for its fourth concert series ~ Picnics in the Park ~ Fridays, October 13, 27 and November 3 starting at 5:45 PM. Each concert,…
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FY23 S.C. Arts Commission grantmaking exceeded $11 million
October 3, 2023
Grants for arts and arts learning impacted 43 counties The South Carolina Arts Commission is announcing that in FY23, for the second year in a row, its statewide grantmaking invested…
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Brookgreen Gardens announces new Director of Philanthropy
October 3, 2023
MURRELLS INLET, SC – Brookgreen Gardens announced their new Director of Philanthropy, Jamie Yearwood. In this role, Yearwood will be responsible for managing Brookgreen’s comprehensive development program including major gifts,…
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A Magical Adventure: The Wizard of Oz Comes to Laurens County Community Theatre
October 2, 2023
The magical world of Oz is coming to life on the stage as the Laurens County Community Theatre proudly presents the beloved classic, “The Wizard of Oz” by L. Frank…
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Cuisine, Concerts, Culture take center stage in Capital City/Lake Murray Country, South Carolina
September 27, 2023
The food scene in the Capital City/Lake Murray region is extraordinary, and so are the arts, culture and events. Photo credits: The Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board With accolades like…
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Capturing the Beauty of Laurens County: Annual Earth & Sky Photo Contest
September 26, 2023
Calling all photography enthusiasts in Laurens County! The Laurens County Conservation District is excited to announce the Annual Earth & Sky Photo Contest, an opportunity to showcase the natural beauty…
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IAAM’s CEO awarded “The Legacy Award” by Black Women’s Agenda, Inc.
September 26, 2023
Award presented at Congressional Black Caucus Conference event Dr. Tonya M. Matthews, president and CEO of the International African American Museum (IAAM), was selected by the Black Women’s Agenda, Inc.…
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New ticket prices announced for Crash Course Columbia, driven by COR
September 26, 2023
Connect to the community and become a local champion— tickets on sale for Oct. 19-20 tour Columbia Opportunity Resource (COR) continues connecting the community with its talent retention initiative, Crash…
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October 6 Gallery Event features works by five artists
September 26, 2023On Friday, October 6, from 6 to 9 p.m., Rob Shaw Framing and Gallery will host a reception for a month-long show featuring works by artists Rebecca Horne, Rob Shaw, George…
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