Exploring love in our world
February 6, 2018Trustus Theatre is bringing a unique Valentine’s Day celebration to the Thigpen Main Stage this month with the Love is Love is Love Cabaret. Audiences will enjoy an evening of…
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Arts’ impact on South Carolina economy exceeds $9.7B
February 6, 2018
The jobs, tax revenue, and spending by South Carolina’s arts-related sector add $9.7 billion to the state’s economy, according to a new economic impact study released today by the S.C.…
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Arts’ impact on South Carolina economy exceeds $9.7B
February 6, 2018
The jobs, tax revenue, and spending by South Carolina’s arts-related sector add $9.7 billion to the state’s economy, according to a new economic impact study released today by the S.C.…
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Junior League of Greenville announces Young Writing Contrast
February 5, 2018
The Junior League of Greenville has announced their sixth annual Young Women’s Writing Contest and hope you’ll share this information with your audience. The Junior League of Greenville offers young…
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Back open with a new look: Richland Library’s Garden Level
February 5, 2018The transformation at Richland Library’s Main location (1431 Assembly Street) is nearly complete. Our staff are marking the occasion by inviting the public to a Garden Level Opening Celebration…
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Richland Library leader chosen to join important conversations on diversity
February 2, 2018Melanie Huggins of Richland Library is one of 42 leaders from across the Midlands and surrounding area selected to participate in the Riley Institute at Furman’s Diversity Leaders Initiative…
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Richland Library leader chosen to join important conversations on diversity
February 2, 2018Melanie Huggins of Richland Library is one of 42 leaders from across the Midlands and surrounding area selected to participate in the Riley Institute at Furman’s Diversity Leaders Initiative…
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Across The Savannah
February 1, 2018
By Tom Poland The Hard Life That Was Sawmilling I have an antique oak dresser and a heartpine table. The wood is beautiful as you can see. Thanks to…
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Across The Savannah
February 1, 2018
By Tom Poland The Hard Life That Was Sawmilling I have an antique oak dresser and a heartpine table. The wood is beautiful as you can see. Thanks to…
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Cutting-edge dance works take center stage in USC Dance Company Spring Contemporary Concert
January 31, 2018The University of SC Dance Company will present a selection of innovative dance works during its Spring Contemporary Concert, February 21-24 at Drayton Hall Theatre. Show times are 7:30pm for the February 21-23 performances and 2pm for the February…
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One Columbia and City of Columbia Launch “Amplify: A Cultural Plan for the Columbia Area”
January 29, 2018
At a media event on Monday, January 29 at the Township Auditorium, One Columbia for Arts & History, the City of Columbia, artists, and area cultural and thought leaders announced…
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One Columbia and City of Columbia launch “Amplify: A Cultural Plan for the Columbia Area”
January 29, 2018
At a media event on Monday, January 29 at the Township Auditorium, One Columbia for Arts & History, the City of Columbia, artists, and area cultural and thought leaders announced…
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Nothing Good Happens In A Strip Club
January 26, 2018
By Tom Poland Or Does It? Orlando 1982. Garry and I are sipping beers. “Where’s a good place to get shot,” he asks. “Shots?” “No, you know, shot,…
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Aiken, Lancaster high schoolers reach ‘Poetry Out Loud’ state finals
January 25, 2018Six South Carolina high school students reached the state finals for Poetry Out Loud – an annual, nationwide recitation contest – after regional competitions in Charleston and Spartanburg this past…
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Aiken, Lancaster high schoolers reach ‘Poetry Out Loud’ state finals
January 25, 2018
Six South Carolina high school students reached the state finals for Poetry Out Loud – an annual, nationwide recitation contest – after regional competitions in Charleston and Spartanburg this past…
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Coldwell Banker Caine Hosting Artist Reception Exhibit, “A Marriage of Mediums” – January 25
January 24, 2018
Coldwell Banker Caine will host an exhibit opening for its next resident artist(s) Meredith and Douglas Piper. The event will be held at the Main Street Real Estate Gallery at…
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Requiem for Mother Emanuel by SC Artist Leo Twiggs- Nine paintings honor the nine men and women who perished in Mother Emanuel church shooting
January 24, 2018
WHO: South Carolina State Museum WHAT: Requiem for Mother Emanuel is a visually moving and through provoking exhibition, produced by South Carolina artist Leo Twiggs. These nine paintings accompanied created in the aftermath…
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Create Photos Like a Pro With Your iPhone workshop
January 23, 2018Register for One of the Three Workshops at the Village Artists Art Gallery in Sandhills (next to Panera Bread) Tuesday’s March 6, 13 & 20 from 4pm-6pm or Wednesday’s…
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Cleopatra – March 24
January 22, 2018
The Queen of the Nile sails into the Koger Center in a ballet conceived and choreographed by William Starrett. Intrigue follows the Egyptian beauty from the royal bedchamber to the…
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National Press Club briefing to feature S.C. Arts Commission program
January 22, 2018
The Art of Community: Rural S.C., an S.C. Arts Commission program, and one of its community representatives from Walterboro, S.C. are to receive prominent recognition at the National Press Club Tuesday,…
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Whispered Prayer From Stall No. 1
January 19, 2018
By Tom Poland Life experiences fuel writing, which is a mysterious thing. Something happens and it sends your mind to places long forgotten. Writing’s beautiful. You startle yourself with…
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Body & Movement Explored
January 19, 2018Body & Movement Explored is a unique performance showcasing the works of Columbia City Ballet dancers and other local choreographers who have created a unique mixed repertoire of works never…
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Reminiscent objects Converse College teacher exhibits textile and clay artifacts at co-op
January 18, 2018Mary E. Carlisle, an Assistant Professor of Ceramics at Converse College, will exhibit “Reminiscent Objects,” a collection of found and handmade cotton mill artifacts, at West Main Artists Co-op, Feb.…
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The Role of Shadows Spartanburg artist exhibits oil paintings at Art Co-op
January 18, 2018Spartanburg artist Carol Story will exhibit some of her latest oil-on-canvas works — The Role of Shadows — at West Main Artists Co-op Feb. 15-March 11. The some-20 pieces will…
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The City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs presents On the Edge: From Combahee to Winyah at City Gallery
January 17, 2018
The City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs presents On the Edge: From Combahee to Winyah at City Gallery January 20 through March 4, 2018. This intricate bird’s eye view of the southern…
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Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP announces winner of third annual Furman University Juried Art Competition
January 17, 2018Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP announced today that John Derek Parsons has been selected as the winner of the third annual Furman University Juried Art Competition. The competition, which began…
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Top Grossing Movies – January 15
January 17, 2018
Week of 01/12/2018 to 01/18/2018 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Jumanji: Welcome To The Jungle PG13 Sony 4 3,849 $28,101,972 $291,312,604 2 The Post…
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Ten at the Top to hold Culture Counts regional forum – January 24th
January 17, 2018
At the Chapman Cultural Center Event to include unveiling of Upstate Arts & Culture Assets Maps as well as discussion on Value of Arts & Culture in Economic & Community…
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Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP announces winner of third annual Furman University Juried Art Competition
January 17, 2018Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP announced today that John Derek Parsons has been selected as the winner of the third annual Furman University Juried Art Competition. The competition, which began…
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Are you a “wordie”? National Word Nerd Day was for you this week.
January 12, 2018
By Reba Hull Campbell Are you a “wordie”? National Word Nerd Day was for you this week. Wednesday was National Word Nerd day. This might not prompt the same…
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Johnny Jennings, The Good Samaritan
January 12, 2018
By Tom Poland Perhaps you’ve heard of Johnny Jennings. I had not but thanks to Beverley Laliberte I have now. She told me about the man that’s the last…
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New funding partner for potential arts businesses
January 10, 2018
Central Carolina Community Foundation to help develop Midlands arts-based businesses Joins statewide initiative begun by S.C. Arts Commission and CommunityWorks of Greenville Midlands artisans hoping to turn a passion into…
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Jason Rapp joins S.C. Arts Commission as communications director
January 9, 2018
The S.C. Arts Commission welcomes Jason Rapp of Columbia this month as its new communications director. Rapp will plan and develop an extensive and diversified communications program for the agency,…
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American classic The Crucible gets imaginative new staging at Longstreet Theatre
January 9, 2018
The University of SC Department of Theatre and Dance will present The Crucible, Arthur Miller’s timeless parable of intolerance and injustice, February 2-10 at Longstreet Theatre. Show times are 8pm Tuesdays through Saturdays, with additional 3pm matinees…
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Book signing for Reimagining Greenville at Joe’s Place – January 26
January 8, 2018
GREENVILLE, S.C. – Author John Boyanoski will be signing copies of the revised edition of “Reimagining Greenville: Building the Best Downtown in America” on Saturday, January 26, 2018 from 2…
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South Carolina State Museum Presents: Requiem for Mother Emanuel
January 4, 2018
New exhibit showcases batik paintings by SC artist Dr. Leo Twiggs created in aftermath of Charleston Shooting The State Museum is proud to present, Requiem for Mother Emanuel opening, Saturday, Jan. 27.…
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Jingle Bells, Shotgun Shells
December 21, 2017
By Tom Poland Bah Humbug You’ve heard this perverted version of “Jungle Bells.” Variants of the song exist but all demean Christmas, as does something else. TV ads. Just…
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Mom’s Choice Awards names local book among the best in family-friendly products
December 19, 2017
Mom’s Choice Awards has named “While Mommy Is Out” among the best in family-friendly media, products and services. West Ashley mom Teri Errico Griffis wrote “While Mommy Is Out” earlier…
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WORLD News Group names its Book of the Year winners
December 13, 2017
ASHEVILLE, NC – From the war on poverty to famine in the Ukraine, from the political world of the Book of Samuel to Darwinian evolution and living the best life…
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WORLD News Group names its Book of the Year winners
December 13, 2017
ASHEVILLE, NC – From the war on poverty to famine in the Ukraine, from the political world of the Book of Samuel to Darwinian evolution and living the best life…
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Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP hosts Third Annual Furman University Juried Art Competition – December 15 to January 11
December 7, 2017
Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP will host the third annual Furman University Juried Art Competition beginning Dec. 15, 2017 and ending Jan. 11, 2018. During this event, Furman University art students…
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Jason Mraz comes to the Peace Center March 10
December 6, 2017Multiple Grammy® Award winner Jason Mraz has announced plans for a 17-city live tour. The dates – dubbed An Evening With Jason Mraz, Solo Acoustic – begin Thursday, March 8, in Raleigh, N.C. and…
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Artists complete mural inspired by solar eclipse and national parks on Columbia’s South Main Street
December 6, 2017A new mural has been completed by sibling artists Lauren Andreu and Daniel Andreu in the South Main Street area on the side of Immaculate Consumption behind the South…
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S.C. Phil announces support from S.C. Arts Commission
November 29, 2017Budget veto would cut award 17% Cut jeopardizes community engagement initiatives The South Carolina Philharmonic was awarded $26,551 in operating support for fiscal year 2018 by the S.C. Arts Commission to help…
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2018 Spoleto Festival USA Chairman announced
November 29, 2017
South State Bank’s Charleston Regional President Bill Medich has been elected Chairman of Spoleto Festival USA’s Board of Directors at a meeting held on October 27 in New York City.…
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UofSC Theatre Presents Two Shows in Alternating Rep at CPE – November 30 to December 3
November 27, 2017
The University of SC Department of Theatre and Dance is presenting two theatre productions over a span of four days at the Center for Performance Experiment. From November 30 to December…
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Top Grossing Movies – November 27
November 27, 2017
Week of 11/24/2017 to 11/30/2017 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Coco PG Disney 1 3,987 $50,802,605 $72,908,930 2 Justice League PG13 Warner Bros. 2…
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Indie Grits Labs Education Fundraiser – Dec. 4
November 21, 2017
Columbia Film Society’s Indie Grits Labs will host the Second Annual Indie Grits Labs Education Fundraiser at The War Mouth (1209 Franklin St.), on Monday, Dec. 4, 2017. Funds raised…
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Saving Trinity, Part II
November 17, 2017
By Tom Poland The Decades Astonish & Steal Author’s Note: This three-part story portrays a church in danger of collapsing and the people who love it. France’s Gothic cathedrals…
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Saving Trinity, Part III
November 17, 2017
By Tom Poland The Decades Astonish & Steal Author’s Note: This three-part story portrays a church in danger of collapsing and the people who love it. France’s Gothic cathedrals…
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