A favorite attraction that is nationally acclaimed yet local is the esteemed Biltmore Estate of Asheville, North Carolina. Perfect in every season and a convenient location for all Lake Keowee and Upstate residents, this grand home and estate have much to offer. Biltmore, the largest privately-owned home in the US, was envisioned and built by… Read more »
Apple Pruning Workshop with Table Rock Tea Company!
Last week, we highlighted a local business and farm, the Table Rock Tea Company. This week we wanted to share with you of an upcoming event, and yes – it is a free event! Many people have asked the founders, Steve and Jennifer Lorch, if they may have the opportunity to watch and learn how… Read more »
Table Rock Tea Company of Pickens
Pickens County is known for many things – stunning landscapes, Clemson Tigers, but what about tea? Yes, right here in Pickens is the Table Rock Tea Company!The founders, Steve and Jennifer Lorch, are also the founders of Hydromissions International – a Christian nonprofit agency that provides clean water to people around the world. The Lorches… Read more »
Le Petit Croissant’s “Chocolate Workshop”
Have you ever considered how those decadent chocolate truffles that we all enjoy so much are made? Why not find out first hand with a Chocolate Workshop at Le Petit Croissant of South Main Street in Greenville! Chef Vincent Caradonna will instruct the group on how they can mold and enrobe fine chocolate truffles for… Read more »
“The Toasty Farmer” Indoor Winter Market Continues!
The Holiday season may be over but the markets don’t have to be! “The Toasty Farmer” continues their series of indoor Winter farmer’s markets this Saturday, January 12th. Held every Saturday now through March 16th from 11am to 2pm. Come in from the cold (yes, it is heated and very cozy shopping for sure!) and… Read more »
United Community Bank Ice on Main
It isn’t too late to enjoy the classic holiday tradition of “Ice on Main” in Downtown Greenville! The United Community Bank Ice on Main is an open-air ice skating rink that has been available since 2011 from November through most of January at Village Green, in front of the Courtyard Marriott on South Main Street…. Read more »
“Merry Christmas, Charlie Brown” Exhibit
We all have our holiday traditions and for many, that includes the classic Peanuts “A Charlie Brown Christmas” program. The Upcountry History Museum is bringing this classic to life with the traveling exhibition from the Charles M. Schulz Museum, titled “Merry Christmas, Charlie Brown”! This display will allow visitors to explore the making of this… Read more »
Tigers Fighting the “Fighting Irish” Again
December 29’s Cotton Bowl between local favorite Clemson (currently ranked number 2) and number 3 Notre Dame will mark the fourth time these two teams have battled. The first, in November, 1977, saw one of the greatest collection of players ever in Clemson’s Memorial Stadium. Between the two teams, 36 players went on to play… Read more »
“The Polar Express” Train Ride
It isn’t too late to enjoy one of the season’s truly magical events – the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad’s “The Polar Express” train ride! Although located in Bryson City of North Carolina, this trip is worth the trek! Based on the Chris Van Allsburg book (and the 2004 movie), this dreamlike train ride will transport… Read more »
The North Carolina Arboretum’s Winter Lights
The North Carolina Arboretum is worth seeing anytime of the year but they do put on a special display for the Christmas Season! From now through December 31st, you can experience the extravagant Winter Lights show – and yes, this involves over 500,000 lights. Walk through the transformed gardens and see the winter wonderland display… Read more »
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