Memorial Day is fast approaching and to celebrate the summer season, why not get outdoors and try something new? Western North Carolina has several beautiful mountain towns, bustling with new arts scenes. Farmer markets, outdoor music, and art popups are starting to start up again in time for Summer, highlighting this region of the Appalachian’s… Read more »
Upstate Shakespeare Festival!
With the warming weather, everyone is wanting to hop outside and enjoy the bright sunshine. We are sharing our favorite fun and unique things to do while being outside in the Upstate and Western North Carolina, and today we have a perfect activity that blends the Arts scene of Greenville with our gorgeous outside landscape…. Read more »
Help the Monarch Butterfly Population!
Were you aware that monarch butterflies are dwindling in population? According to the South Carolina Wildlife Federation (SCWF), the population of brilliant orange-hued butterflies have seen a decline of 97% across the past 2 decades. The drastic drop in population numbers has local Upstate researchers concerned, and looking into ways our area residents can help… Read more »
Now Open – Keowee Outdoors in Seneca
Just in time for Summer, a new shop has opened in Seneca, providing locals with everything you need to enjoy the great outdoors of our beautiful Upstate region. Keowee Outdoors (keoweeoutdoorssc.com) is loaded with fishing clothing and accessories (such as AFTCO clothing and SMITH sunglasses), a wide variety of tackle gear and bait, niche rod… Read more »
Asheville – a Chocolate Lover’s Paradise
Looking for something “sweet” to do? How about taking a chocolate tour? Yes, Asheville, North Carolina is a chocolate lover’s paradise! Not only are there numerous wonderful restaurants with their own delicious desserts but there are several local chocolate shops worth visiting! Chocolate Fetish The Chocolate Fetish uses locally sourced ingredients whenever possible and… Read more »
BMW Zentrum
Here’s a perfect outing for the European car lover of the family, or car-obsessed child – the BMW Zentrum, a visitor’s center for our very own BMW plant! Located in Greer, the center showcases the car manufacturer’s past, present, and future innovations. This is the only BMW museum in North America and yes, it is… Read more »
“The Art of Warner Bros. Cartoons” Exhibition in Greenville
You still have time to enjoy some childhood favorite characters from Warner Brothers animation at the Upcountry History Museum! Until May 29th, this Greenville museum will host the international traveling exhibition “The Art of Warner Bros. Cartoons”. This display gives visitors a behind the scenes, or in this case “behind the cels”, look at the… Read more »
Main Street Fridays are back!
Beginning March 18th, the Greenville Heritage Main Street Fridays presented by Pepsi, will launch with an outdoor concert in NOMA Square. Located in Downtown Greenville (220 N. Main Street), the event happens every Friday from 5:30 to 9:30pm, with bands playing two sets. Musical guests are a mix of local and national talent, with the… Read more »
Kidsfest at Hagood Mill
The Hagood Mill Foundation and the Young Appalachian Musicians team up once again for the Kidsfest event on Saturday, March 19th. Held from 10am to 4pm, rain or shine, this event annual event is one of the most cherished in Pickens County, SC! Along with musical and dance performances by local children, Kidsfest also offers… Read more »
Hummingbird Migration!
Spring is nearing and not only are we excited for the warmer days it will bring but also the annual hummingbird migration! These nectar loving birds enjoy tropical winter homes for much of the winter season but during March, thousands can typically be seen migrating through the state of South Carolina. For bird watchers, it’s… Read more »
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