TOWN Magazine - May 2022

ART, CULTURE, STYLE OF THE PROGRESSIVE SOUTH

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Elizabeth Jennerjahn dances at Black Mountain College, circa late 1940s– early 1950s. An American artist and dancer, Jennerjahn was a student and then dance instructor at the experimental arts school outside of Asheville. For our story on BMC, turn to page 94.

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94 MODERN MOVEMENT

Rooted in rural North Carolina, Black Mountain College and its creative voices became a catalyst for modernism in the United States. by kara blanken soper

Its core tenet, the idea that the arts are a great equalizer, paved the way for a historic experiment that changed the trajectory of art history.

ON THE COVER Hazel Larsen Archer, Elizabeth Jennerjahn, Black Mountain College, late 1940s–early 1950s. Courtesy of the Estate of Hazel Larsen Archer and the Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center.

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Hazel Larsen Archer, Buckminster Fuller in His Classroom, 1948. Courtesy of the Estate of Hazel Larsen Archer and the Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center.

BEHIND THE COVER “Art director Paul Mehaffey and I were drawn to this image for its energy and timelessness.

The arts encompass more than just visual art, and we wanted a photograph to represent this in a compelling way.”

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BETTER WITH BOURBON In an homage to all things bourbon, the baking duo behind Carolina Bourbon Belles honors their Kentucky culinary roots. by m. linda lee

43 61 71 75 86 101 14 EDITOR’S LETTER 21 THE LIST 27 ON THE TOWN 37 WEDDINGS 82 MAN ABOUT TOWN 113 DINING GUIDE 120 TOWNSCENE 128 SECOND GLANCE

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Abstract painter Kaitlyn Etchison approaches art as an organic process; niche arts groups thrive through essential funds from the Metropolitan Arts Council; Rahm Academy offers resources to area musicians; Senior Action’s Andrea Smith increases accessibility to the arts for Greenville’s older citizens; fine art jewelry legend llyn strong passes the creative reins to her daughter, Sydney.

Mountain majesty awaits at these Cashiers, North Carolina, getaways; from performance halls to literary hotspots, Spartanburg sparkles as a creative arts haven; tour the artistry of Western North Carolina along the Blue Ridge Craft Trails.

Renowned area summer camps beckon us outdoors and into our gorgeous woodlands, offering an exceptional opportunity to create once-in-a-lifetime summer memories.

Greenville native and sales wizard Katie Robirds brings her passion for fashion to bear at her new Pendleton Street boutique, Ro & Co.; debut novelist Ashleigh Bell Pedersen talks her favorite books.

Through Bob Jones Jr.’s ardor for European art, Greenville boasts a world-class collection of Old Masters in the Museum & Gallery at Bob Jones University.

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Editor’s Letter (clockwise from top right) At TOWN Uncorked, June 2019; on set with Paul Mehaffey, September 2015; with Laura Linen, Paul, and Andrew Huang at the Charitable Giving Awards, October 2015; with Paul, Laura, Abby Moore Keith, and Eli Warren at the American Advertising Federation Awards, February 2018

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here are but a handful of moments that alter one’s trajectory. For more than a decade, TOWN has been my anchor and my creative home. When I became editor in chief in October 2012, everything clicked into place and my wings unfolded.

Over the next decade, I couldn’t predict the gifts that were to come. Beyond the great responsibility and opportunity of leading this publication, I have met many lifelong friends through the course of my time here. My creative partner and soul brother, Paul Mehaffey, has been by my side from day one, and even before then when we worked together at G Magazine. Our collaboration has been, and will stand as, one of the best of my life. We came along with founding editor Jack Bacot, who breathed life into TOWN with Mark Johnston and the fine people at Community Journals.

Our first issue in April 2011 was the Arts Issue, and Greenville’s Judy Verhoeven created our cover—to date, Judy has been our most featured cover artist. It is fitting that my final issue as editor in chief is the Arts Issue. Life comes full circle, and the divine timing of this transition—during spring, the visible season of renewal—couldn’t be more meaningful.

Now is the time for newness. Directing this publication for nearly ten years has fueled me as an artist and professional.

Having access to experiences and people, collaborating with our region’s most talented creatives, spotlighting artistry and invention, style and fashion, history and community impact in more than 130 issues, has been invigorating, challenging, and deeply gratifying.

Creativity is within us all, from our earliest moments to our last breaths. To communicate is to create. As the currents of my creative life move me, I feel called beyond this experience.

Greenville is home. Our community is growing in wild and bold directions, and I fully intend to take part in its evolution.

This isn’t the end of TOWN’s story, and it isn’t the end of mine.

It’s the beginning—again.

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Your commitment to the GCMA and support of its collections allows us to bring art to life for a wide range of Upstate audiences, including children and seniors.

This year’s Art for Greenville acquisitions will be featured in the exhibition But Wait – There’s More!, including works by David Drake, Jasper Johns, William H. Johnson, Jamie Wyeth, and Andrew Wyeth.

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ARTISPHERE Hailed as one of the top fine art festivals in the country, Artisphere gears up to its former footprint this year, spanning South Main Street from Broad Street down to Wardlaw Street. The main attraction, Artists Row, lays out booths from more than 100 visual artists, whose work has been selected by a panel of judges. Outdoor stages will host live music and dance performances, while the Kidsphere area fosters creativity in young aspiring artists.

S Main St, Greenville. May 6–8. Fri, noon–8pm; Sat, 10am–8pm; Sun, 11am–6pm. Free admission. artisphere.org

Painting on birch panel by Glory Day Loflin, part of the “Griddies” series.

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ALBINO SPRINGSKUNK MUSIC FESTIVAL

Creating tremors throughout the music world with her debut solo album, Little Earthquakes, in 1992, singer/songwriter Tori Amos taught herself to play piano at the tender age of two, and by age three she was composing her own songs.

Her most recent studio album, Ocean to Ocean (2021), translates her personal trauma during the COVID-19 lockdown into a universal experience that explores the theme of renewal.

The three-day acoustic music festival, complete with on-site campgrounds, is a spring highlight for folk, roots, and bluegrass music lovers. Plan to camp out and make a weekend of it: food vendors offer selections from boiled peanuts to barbecue and burritos, craft artisans provide shopping diversions, and the 16 bands range from ballads

by Chatham Rabbits and the string band sounds of The Resonant Rogues to the country stylings of Miko Marks (below).

Peace Center, 300 S Main St, Greenville. Thurs, May 5, 7:30pm. $45-$75. (864) 467-3000, peacecenter.org

4063 Jordan Rd, Greer. May 12–14. Thurs–Sat, concert times vary. Three-day pass, $160 in advance; two-day pass (Fri–Sat), $115 in advance; single-day pass, $50-$70.

(864) 416-4515, albinoskunk.com

What would spring be without strawberries?

Celebrate them at this tasty festival, where a week of strawberry-themed happenings (think: a strawberry brunch and a strawberry baby photo contest) leads up to the main event on May 6 and 7. Two days of festivities, including live bands and DJs, food trucks, ice-cream- and cupcake-eating contests, rides, pig races, and even a car show spell fun for the whole family. Oh, and did we mention strawberries?

Walter Y. Elisha Park, 345 N. White St, Fort Mill. May 6–7. Fri, 5–11pm; Sat, 10am–10pm. Free admission. scstrawberryfestival.com

Photograph courtesy of Miko Marks by Squint

Photograph courtesy of the Peace Center

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LADY HILL WINE DINNER AT STELLA’S BRASSERIE Expect a delicious evening when Chef Anthony Gray pairs local ingredients with lush wines by Lady Hill Winery from the Willamette Valley of Oregon. Winery proprietor Jerry Owen will be the evening’s special guest, highlighting the wines he and his family grow on the 1,500 acres his family has farmed since the 1850s. Lady Hill’s hands-on winemaking results in unique Northwest expressions of classic European varietials.

Stella’s Southern Brasserie, 340 Rocky Slope Rd, Suite 100, Greenville. Tues, May 3, 6:30pm. $85 (not including tax & gratuity). (864) 626-6900, stellasbrasserie.com

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THE COLOR PURPLE

Sponsored by the Hispanic Alliance, this vibrant evening of music and dance celebrates the Latin cultures in the Upstate. After enjoying a special menu for the evening, prepared by Chef Alex Castro from Larkin’s, you can dance to the tunes of the Marcel Portilla Band, who will be performing on the TD Stage. Artist Jared Emerson will also be on hand to create a painting with a special theme.

Wyche Pavilion, behind the Peace Center in downtown Greenville. Fri, May 20, 6:30pm. $175. (864) 250-8969, hispanicalliancesc.com

Based on Alice Walker’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel and Steven Spielberg’s Oscar-nominated film, The Color Purple brings the emotional family chronicle to Centre Stage. The story follows Celie from her teenage years in the early 1900s, through several decades as she endures separation from her beloved sister and abuse at the hands of her father and her husband. Spoiler alert: joy prevails in the end, as Celie is reunited with her two children and her sister.

Centre Stage, 501 River St, Greenville. May 12–29.

Thurs–Sat, 8pm; Sun, 3pm. $34-$39. (864) 233-6722, centrestage.org

Photograph courtesy of Stella’s Brasserie

Photograph courtesy of Hispanic Alliance

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Quick HITS THE WOLVES

z Sarah DeLappe’s award-winning play, which premiered Off-Broadway in 2016, takes an intimate look at the complexities faced by teenage girls growing up in presentday America. Set within the pre-game rituals of a girls’ soccer team, the play reveals the tumultuous inner-team drama that evolves as the teens struggle to take control of their own narratives and deal with the pressures put on them by their coaches, peers, and society.

Greenville Theatre, 444 College St, Greenville. Thru May 7. Weds–Sat, 8pm; Sun, May 1, 3pm. $30. (864) 233-6238, greenvilletheatre.org

EARTH, WIND & FIRE

z Founded by Maurice White in 1969, Earth, Wind & Fire has won nine Grammy Awards, eight Double Platinum albums, and a place in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for the band’s singular blend of funk, jazz, pop, soul, and R&B. White died in 2016, but original members Philip Bailey, Ralph Johnson, and Verdine White (Maurice’s brother) are touring with the group, whose greatest hits include “September,” “Shining Star,” and “After the Love Has Gone.”

Peace Center, 300 S Main St, Greenville. Tues, May 3, 7:30pm. $55-$125. (864) 467-3000, peacecenter.org

SOUND OF MUSIC

Photograph courtesy of Spoleto, Charleston

z It’s more than the hills that will come alive with the sound of music when the Von Trapp family’s seven singing children light up the stage next to their beloved governess, Maria.

This treasured musical, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s final work, is a tale filled with joy and laughter that’s bound to become one of your family’s favorite things.

South Carolina Children’s Theatre, 153 Augusta St, Greenville.

May 6–27. Thurs, 7pm; Fri, 2pm & 7pm; Sat, 2pm. $22. (864) 2352885, scchildrenstheatre.org

GREEK FESTIVAL

z Opa! Greenville’s beloved Greek Festival returns for its 36th anniversary with both drive-thru and limited on-site dining. Stand-up tables outside provide pandemic-safe places to savor the best gyros, spanakopita, and keftedes in town while you enjoy live music and watch traditional Greek dance groups perform. And don’t forget to pick up a delectable assortment of Greek pastries for dessert.

Saint George Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 406 N Academy St, Greenville. May 13–15. Fri & Sat, 11am–8pm; Sun, 11am–5pm.

(864) 233-8531, greekforaday.com

GALLABRAE—THE GREENVILLE SCOTTISH GAMES

z Don your clan tartan and fire up your Celtic spirit on Memorial Day weekend for two days of Scottish-themed fun.

The festivities begin on Friday at 6pm with the Great Scot!

Parade in downtown Greenville and move to the grounds of Furman University on Saturday for bagpipe and drum competitions, Scottish games (caber toss, anyone?) border collie herding demonstrations, a British classic car show, and Celtic music.

Parade, downtown Greenville. May 27–28. Fri, 6pm. Free. Scottish Games, Furman University, 3300 Poinsett Hwy, Greenville. Sat, gates open at 8:30am. Adults, $20 in advance; $25, at the gate; children (5–12), $10. gallabrae.com

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Spoleto, Charleston Founded in 1977 by Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Gian Carlo Menotti as an American counterpart to the annual Festival of Two Worlds in Spoleto, Italy, Charleston’s version of Spoleto fills the city’s historic theaters, churches, and outdoor spaces with 17 days of performances. Take your pick among opera, theater, dance, and musical genres from symphony to jazz.

Various venues in Charleston. May 27–June 12.

Performance times & prices vary. (843) 579-3100, spoletousa.org

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On theTown ARTISPHERE 2022 POSTER UNVEILING PARTY M A RCH 31, 2022

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Artisphere hosted a special evening celebrating the reveal of the event’s 2022 poster by artist Glory Day Loflin, as well as designs for other event memorabilia. The reception at Genevieve’s featured music, hors d’oeuvres, and a chance to meet the artists behind this year’s commemorative images.

Chie Graham and Reschin Moore

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Liz Unterzaucher, Kerry Murphy, Fabian Unterzaucher and Johnathan Brashier

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The Historic Flatiron Studios in Greenville’s West Village held a grand opening and fundraiser featuring food, drink, and live music along with work created by several area artists. An auction raised funds for the Center for Educational Equity, a nonprofit in West Greenville that offers support and opportunities for at-risk youth through special programs and activities.

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DESIGN RESOURCE GALLERY GRAND REOPENING

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Will-Gray Edwards and Kristen Schroeder

Design Resource Gallery held a grand reopening for its showroom on Woodruff Road, the largest to-the-design-trade showroom in South Carolina. Staff, clients, and friends gathered to celebrate with a ribbon-cutting, cocktails, snacks, and interactive, Instagrammable activities including a rotating photo wheel.

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The Greenville Symphony Orchestra held a preview party for its 75th anniversary season, which kicks off this fall. At the event in the Poinsett Club ballroom, symphony supporters enjoyed food and drink while learning more about the celebratory season, which will open with a concert featuring Boston Pops conductor Keith Lockhart.

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Painting in earth tones, artist Kaitlyn Etchison often adds a line in pen or graphite to her finished piece, to signify, perhaps, cracks in an ancient wall or crevices in a European street.

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Flowing works on paper by KAITLYN ETCHISON create abstract souvenirs of specific moments.

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Kaitlyn’s fluid acrylic and watercolor works on paper (left) contrast with her newest collection (right), in which she suggests architectural elements with stucco and paint on panel.

Portrait by Tara Ashton

View Kaitlyn’s art in her new K. Etchison Studio in Hampton Station (1320 Hampton Ave Ext, Unit 604; Fri, 9am–1pm; Sat, 11am–4pm), or online at ketchison.com.

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n her first year of marriage, with no formal art training, Kaitlyn Etchison purchased a four-foot-square canvas and some acrylic craft paint and challenged herself to make a painting. Though she was always creating as a kid, it had been a while since she’d indulged in art. “I’m all or nothing,” Kaitlyn reveals, “so I figured a big fat canvas was the way to dive back into [painting].”

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Park, Florida, near their home. “Absolutely not!” was her initial response, but she eventually agreed, on the condition that he not tell her the gallery staff’s reaction to her work.

She was shocked when her husband came back and informed her that the gallery owners wanted to see her portfolio—which did not exist. To meet their request, she set her creative juices flowing.

After Kaitlyn and her husband moved to Greenville in 2016, Art & Light Gallery showed her works on paper and established her connection to the local art scene. She utilizes acrylics and watercolor to explore texture, depth, and color while constructing and deconstructing memories of places she has seen.

Kaitlyn describes her paintings as minimalistic, an “unapologetic offering.” “My work doesn’t create a lot of demand to look at,” says the mother of two (soon to be three), who confesses she still has to practice calling herself an artist.

Her new series, Old Light, contains several pieces with stucco and paint on panel. “I’m not sure what will take precedence over the [next] year, but I’m super excited to play around and see what else I can make.”

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The Greenville County Youth Orchestras is one of many beloved arts organizations that receives grants from the Metropolitan Arts Council.

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hen we think of the arts scene that shines in Greenville, we tend to focus on the big marquees—but it’s the wealth of small, diverse, bootstrapping organizations that are the foundation of what makes our region a true creative hub.

“It’s smaller entities that benefit from our project grant program support the most,” says Alan Ethridge, executive director of the Metropolitan Arts Council. “When they lack the staff and resources to solicit large individual donations, this funding is vital to their existence. Through our grants programs, we’re able to make a lot of people really happy while impacting the community, and we fund as many projects and groups as we can (as long as they meet certain criteria). It’s a very egalitarian process.”

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Keep an eye on these other small initiatives doing grand things with MAC’s grant funding: • S.C. Bach: Affordable, breathtaking performances of the music of Johann Sebastian Bach and his contemporaries.

• Reedy Reels: Highlights local filmmakers with year-round events and an annual film festival.

• Indie Craft Parade: Multiple pop-up shops and markets support local and regional artists and promote Greenville’s creative community.

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Photograph courtesy of the Greenville Youth Orchestras

This year, we’re highlighting three MAC-supported groups that have a long history of excellence—and put on must-see performances year-round.

With 93 concerts under their belt, The Wheel Sessions from Kevin Korschgen host some of the best regional and international musicians around. “The fine arts, including jazz concerts like ours, have always depended on patronage and philanthropy to survive, and MAC plays an integral role in that,” says Korschgen. “Our current grant is to purchase equipment to record each live session,” he adds, “and possibly put these shows on YouTube.”

At the Greenville Chautauqua Society, the literary arts are transformed into intimate theater experiences through free public performances. “They bring in actors both locally and from abroad to give fun performances as famous historical characters. Some of their themes have covered everything from General Custer and Hamilton to Betty Davis and Julia Child,” Ethridge says. The Greenville branch is now the only independent Chautauqua in the world with an eleven-day, two-weekend festival of non-stop live history and fun for the whole family—an impressive feat that wouldn’t be possible without grant funding.

And as classical music fans know, few organizations impact and encourage the next generation of musicians like the Greenville County Youth Orchestras. “Concert production is expensive and is a large part of our budget. MAC quarterly program grants have allowed us to give our students yearly performance opportunities in special venues like Gunter Theatre,” says Executive Director Holly Caprell. “At the same time, this frees up part of our budget to provide financial aid assistance and private lesson costs for students in need.” Looking to be starstruck by rising stars? The GCYO will be returning to the Peace Center on May 10.

“When we give a grant, we don’t stay involved in any management of the funds or decisions. Full creative freedom goes to the recipient to pursue the stories they want to tell,” says Ethridge, and to be on the selection committee is to have a direct hand in helping those stories come to life. “We meet quarterly, and our process is very democratic. MAC leadership doesn’t vote; we only facilitate the process,” says Alice Ratterree, MAC’s director of operations. “Our panel of interviewers changes often and is composed of board members, community members, and other artists. We hear from organizations on their vision and project needs and assess if they’re able to take the project to completion.”

“We’re a city of 70,000 people in the northwest corner of South Carolina, but look at all the art amenities we have,” adds Ethridge, pointing once again to the tremendous impact and influence both these small groups and large venues continue to wield. “The Artisphere festival is consistently ranked as a Top 10 Arts Festival in the country, and it’s only been around since 2005. That says a lot about the civic pride that surrounds the arts offerings in Greenville. None of this could be done without support from the community.”

Inquire to join the grant selection committee or find details about grant eligibility and application forms at greenvillearts.com.

Photograph by Justin Irick of Irick Images

“That says a lot about the civic pride that surrounds the arts offerings in Greenville. None of this could be done without support from the community.”—Alan Ethridge

LA Kenzie (above) is one of many budding musical acts receiving support from Rahm Academy.

OPPORTUNITY

Take the Stage RAHM ACADEMY SEEKS TO FILL THE GAP FOR GREENVILLE MUSICIANS Camden Johnson knows music talent when he hears it.

With almost a decade of experience in the music industry, Johnson is the founder of Rahm Academy, a communitydriven, creative-focused conservatory that develops local artists and industry professionals. The name, and inspiration, for the academy is Thomas Russell Moore, or Rahm, Camden’s former partner and budding trip-hop talent who tragically passed away from suicide early in his career. “He could sing, he could rap, he could pick up any instrument and figure it out,” Camden says. “He was a gift, and he had millions of them.”

After Russell’s passing, Camden soon realized Rahm was not the only creative talent who lacked the support he needed to succeed in the music industry. Landing in Greenville after attending Clemson University, Camden saw outstanding artists struggle because no one was providing the necessary training to become a contemporary or commercial music artist. In 2021, Camden began building the resources and team needed to make Rahm Academy a reality.

Rahm Academy will offer a variety of programs geared towards educating musicians in musicianship, creativity, professionalism, and discipline. Starting with their unique spin on band classes, monthly industry nights, and regular shows through partnerships with local venues like the Peace Center and The Radio Room, Camden plans to grow the academy to offer a nine-month residency in 2023, with classes taught by him and other music industry professionals.

“What I’m trying to do is honor not just Russell’s legacy, but the legacy of what we started in being able to support artists to reach the heights of their potential,” Camden says.

—Abby Moore Keith For more information, visit rahmacademy.org

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YOUNG AT ART AN OLD SOUL KEEPS GREENVILLE YOUNG THROUGH MUSIC AND FINE ARTS

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ndrea Smith can’t help but smile as she walks the hall of Senior Action’s Greenville headquarters on East North Street. The jazz band is practicing in the music studio, cranking out an infectious beat that’s hard to ignore. It’s a dream come true for Senior Action’s executive director and CEO. The arts have long fueled Andrea’s soul and professional passion. As a teen, she attended the Fine Arts Center of Greenville, taking music lessons from the legendary Virginia Uldrick. As a graduate, she headed west to Waco, Texas, to enroll in Baylor University’s heralded music program. Across every step of life, the arts have anchored the 53-year-old’s mental and physical well-being. Recognizing the importance of creativity and socialization, Andrea has made the arts accessible for thousands of Greenville County’s older citizens since taking over Senior Action in 2007. Join us on a tour of Senior Action’s newest facility that’s hitting its first anniversary this month.

This place is amazing! It’s bright and airy and there’s so much going on. Thank you. It took seven years for this new space to come true. We have such a vibrant arts community in Greenville, and we pour into our young people, but not across an adult’s lifespan. This is what we needed to deliver the arts to every generation. Your whole lifespan should be building and encouraging. Greenville now does that and it’s complete, by having this center here.

Was it a hard sell, to raise the $7.6 million to buy the shopping center and convert it to usable space for seniors? We serve anyone over 55. That number is growing exponentially in Greenville County. We have an obligation as human beings, and as a community, to keep everyone as healthy

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As the executive director of Senior Action, Andrea Smith encourages people over age 55 to stay engaged through the organization’s panoply of programs, including many focused on the arts.

“Martha Graham was still choreographing dance until her 90s; John Williams is still writing music.

It’s hard to say when looking at these famous people if it takes them that long to get good at what they do, or if art prolongs their life.”—Andrea Smith

as possible. The healthcare system is not equipped to manage the aging if we don’t. Medicare did a very compelling study of people who are socially engaged versus those who are isolated. The isolated utilize $6 billion more in healthcare costs than those who are engaged.

Talk about engagement. The center offers such an array of activities, everything from ballroom dancing and wine pairings, to book club and ukulele classes. The pottery class is one of my favorites. We have a kiln and pottery wheels. That can be a really expensive hobby at home, so it’s great to see people taking these classes here and learning something new. I love our music program; we have concert, ukulele, and jazz bands. The concert band is huge and performs all over Greenville. Sometimes folks will just be in the music studio having jam sessions.

Since opening a year ago, this center has added a significant number of fine arts classes that run 12 weeks, and many are headed by college-level instructors. Why did you bring in top talent to teach?

Many artists do their best work in their senior years. Martha Graham was still choreographing dance until her 90s; John Williams is still writing music. It’s hard to say when looking at these famous people if it takes them that long to get good at what they do, or if art prolongs their life. When people hit 55, they have more time, more resources. It’s the perfect stage to engage in creative outlets, and they want top quality.

Senior Action uses half of the shopping center, and in a stroke of brilliance, it rents the rest to help with the budget. We doubled our space here in the new center. We now have space dedicated individually to the arts, movement and dance, and the music studio. We have art gallery exhibit space. We also have a 460-seat conference center. It’s really surprised me how many people have reached out to rent space here for special events for work functions, weddings. The Nutcracker was here in December. The rentals have way surpassed my expectations. And yes, the retail tenants on the other side of the center help us meet budget.

Is that ballet over there? Yes! It’s a group of ladies who danced together as children and they’re now in their 70s and are dusting off old skills in an intermediate class. The ability to reconnect with arts at whatever stage you’re in is wonderful.

In addition to its East North Street location, Senior Action hosts activities at eight other centers across Greenville County. For a list of locations and programs, go to SeniorAction.org.

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Dragon Boat Upstate Festival

Back on the water. Fighting cancer.

Our dedicated Dragon Boat Hall of Fame members share a common goal: to help eradicate cancer. And they embody the spirit of the event – teamwork, perseverance and a shared passion to raise money to fight cancer right here at home.

Cancer hasn’t stopped, and neither have we. Our Hall of Famers invite you to join them by paddling in the race against cancer. Together, we can make a difference. Support these paddlers by donating at DragonBoatUpstateSC.org or text PaddlesUp to 41444.

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Countybank Richard Cox Clancy Crawford The Cunningham Family Acey Deiwert Annette Dunphy Eco Waste Solutions Jessica Edenfield Connor Evins Sarah Evins Fabri-Kal Cancer Containers John Frame Gina Franco

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Stephanie Henkin/ South Carolina Ovarian Cancer Foundation Walter Hutto Deb Ingalls/Interim Healthcare ITOR Biorepository Team Jani-King of Greenville Jim Kaltenbach Lisa Littleton Annie Maertens/AccessHealth Julie Martin Amanda McGee McNaughton-McKay Electric Company

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TD BANK BUSINESS & THE ARTS PARTNERSHIP AWARDS

TD Bank sponsored the 2021 Business & the Arts Partnership Awards which were announced on Monday, March 14, 2022 during the Metropolitan Arts Council (MAC) annual meeting at the Peace Center. The recipients of these awards were:

BUSINESS WITH LESS THAN 100 EMPLOYEES Pacolet Milliken, nominated by the Peace Center

BUSINESS WITH 100 OR MORE EMPLOYEES City of Greenville, nominated by South Carolina Children’s Theatre

PUT YOUR HEART IN THE ARTS VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR Sissy and Louis Beck, nominated by South Carolina Children’s Theatre

All of us at MAC greatly appreciate TD Bank’s continued support in honoring these businesses and individuals who are devoted to Greenville’s arts community. TD Bank has a long-standing tradition of financially supporting the arts at very generous levels, and its executives and employees tirelessly give their time and resources to many important philanthropic endeavors throughout the area. We look forward to continuing our remarkable relationship with TD Bank.

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MAC AWARDS At the 2021 MAC annual meeting on March 14, 2022, the following individuals and organizations received recognition for steadfast and generous support of MAC’s programs and services. Their support has been especially crucial during the COVID-19 pandemic.

CAMPAIGN FOR THE ARTS C. Dan Adams Anonymous Brotherton Foundation Leesa & Chris Brotherton Carrie Burns Brown Karen & William Brown Alex & Larry Burgamy Campbell Young Leaders Canal Charitable Foundation Ginger & John Cebe Billy Clinkscales M. Jill Cox Jane Rush Davenport & Jim Musselwhite Rosa M. Eisenstadt Gretchen & Joe Erwin Graham Foundation Phillip W. Gregory Edith & Bill Hardaway Glenn & John Helmers Joan & William Herlong

Velda & Jackson Hughes Donna & Mark Johnston Mary & Jeff Lawson Rosalind Lewis-Smith & W. Stanton Smith Nancy & Erwin Maddrey Ann Malphrus & John Glymph Genevieve Sakas Manly Dolly & Louis Pardi Martha & Tracy Pellett Nancy & Rick Pennell The Priester Foundation Megan Riegel Nancy Stanton Sharon & Jerry Youkey

PROGRAMS & SERVICES BMW Manufacturing Company, LLC Clinkscales Chevrolet Don & Zelma Waggoner Foundation Hollingsworth Funds, Inc. SEW-Eurodrive

Meredith B. Skinner South Carolina Arts Commission

SMARTARTS Kris & Steve Cassell Daniel-Mickel Foundation Duke Energy Carrie & Skip Gordon John I. Smith Charities, Inc. Jolley Foundation Mice on Main – Linda Kelly Mice on Main – Zan Wells M. Ellis Pearce Prisma Health TD Bank TD Charitable Foundation

GREENVILLE OPEN STUDIOS Clemson University MBA Program

County of Greenville Fetch, Inc. Fred Collins Foundation KW Beverage, Inc. Michelin North America, Inc. Peace Center Pelham Architects, LLC Piedmont Arthritis Clinic, P.A. Piedmont Natural Gas Company South State Bank Janette W. Wesley & Renato Vicario

OUTSTANDING SUPPORT City of Greenville

MAC ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS Elbert W. Rogers Foundation Pat & Don Kilburg Elizabeth Marr Lee

M. Ellis Pearce

Stacey Kitchens

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ANN C. SHERARD YOUNG SUPPORTER OF THE ARTS AWARD

Ellis is committed to ensuring that children of all ages and backgrounds have access to the arts, and she has steadfastly supported many organizations that focus on children’s cultural welfare. She also feels we in the Upstate are fortunate to have such caring arts agencies that not only offer much to our artists and art lovers, but also have excellent and accessible outreach programs.

Stacey served on the Board of Directors of the South Carolina Children’s Theatre (SCCT) for over ten years and as Secretary for much of that time. She has also served on the programming and special events committees, especially working on the annual fundraising auction for SCCT’s major event, Caribbean Crush. Stacey has appeared on SCCT’s mainstage twice alongside her family, and she has enjoyed working backstage on many occasions. Her commitment to SCCT has been virtually unparalleled.

Judy Klein

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CARRIE AND SKIP GORDON EMERGING TEACHING ARTIST AWARD

Judy has performed in Regional Theaters as well as acting in film, video and commercial opportunities.

As a voice actor, Judy has a particular love of voicing animation and children’s literature. In 2008, she joined the SmartArts Program of MAC and has taught in over 40 classrooms with 28 different schools in the Greenville County School District. Judy is also a South Carolina Teaching Artist enjoying bringing the wonder of drama to children everywhere!

As a SmartARTS Teaching Artist, Shay Black is both a poet and visual artist. Her love to create has extended to multiple mediums (acrylic, oil, mixed media, metal) and poetry. She’s committed to using her art to help others who are struggling with grief, depression, anxiety, social injustice and self-doubt. Through her work with Wits End Poetry, Speaking Down Barriers, SmartARTS and artists in multiple mediums, she has encouraged others to inspire the world around them and to be the best versions of themselves.

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PRECIOUS GEMS TWO GENERATIONS OF JEWELRY MAKERS STRING TOGETHER AS LLYN STRONG PASSES HER BUSINESS ON TO HER DAUGHTER, SYDNEY

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ar below the earth’s surface, minerals, heat, and time swirl together to form brilliant gems. That critical element of time has only enhanced the luster emanating from llyn strong fine art jewelry, one of Greenville’s marquee jewelers since 1986. First on Main Street and now in midtown, the shop meets the needs of discerning clients with gorgeous one-of-a-kind creations one can only classify as masterpieces.

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And now, like a silky strand of heirloom pearls, ownership is passing from mother to daughter. Sydney Strong has purchased the shop from llyn, who hopes to start mining dreams rooted only in retirement. “My mother has built an incredible business,” shares Sydney. “People come from all over the Southeast to see us. I’m really excited to continue to meet those high standards and creativity. The life we give to a lot of these pieces and the memories we create for our customers is really incredible.”

Just in time for Mother’s Day, and to mark the new chapter, the duo has created a new collection called the Strong Pair, featuring pear-shaped stones. But that’s getting ahead of ourselves—first a look back at how it all began.

FOUNDATION STONE If llyn had followed her original childhood path, her shop would be filled with illustrations and paintings. As a student at Greenville High in the late ’60s, the artistic teen expressed herself through painting and music. “I played

“We work with each customer to incorporate what’s important in their life, how they want to wear their jewelry, and what it represents to them.”—llyn strong

llyn Strong (opposite, seated) and her daughter, Sydney (opposite, standing) collaborated on a new collection of pear-shaped stones called the Strong Pair (above), as llyn prepares to retire.

the piano and flute,” she explains. “I thought I would be a graphic designer or a painter. My father was a writer and photographer for the newspaper, and my mother worked for the city in the recreation department. They were always very supportive of my artistic pursuits.”

Cutting, soldering, and polishing tools quickly replaced paint brushes when she had to take a jewelry class at Western Carolina University, while working toward a fine arts degree. “I ended up taking five jewelry courses, and it really piqued my interest in jewelry,” she admits. “I came home and took a job with Hale’s Jewelers in 1972.”

She soaked up all the knowledge she could and was soon making her own pieces at home. “I did craft shows around the United States and eventually bigger shows, and then I started selling to other stores around the country,” she reveals. “My mother’s from Nantucket, and I did a lot of silver and gold shells and nautical-type jewelry, and then I got into colored stones. That’s what I love working with now, colored stones and unusual diamonds.”

Silver and gold led to brick and mortar in 1986, when she opened a studio on Main Street in Greenville. “I loved being a part of downtown growth,” the 69-year-old reflects. “It was inspiring and exciting. Main Street has changed a lot from those early years.” Not only did customers change from locals to tourists, but jewelry manufacturing changed too. In 2021, she moved to a new spot on East Washington Street that has room for specific machinery and workspaces for the shop’s five artisans. “Ninety-eight percent of what we sell is made right here in Greenville,” the founder says. “All the tools have changed since the days of carving all-wax models. We’re pretty high-tech for a small shop, with a 3D printer and software. We can go into a lot more detail on a piece. We work with each customer to incorporate what’s important in their life, how they want to wear their jewelry, and what it represents to them.”

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As she assumes her new role, Sydney Strong (right) plans to build on the solid reputation her mother has established.

“Some people will pick up their pieces and cry. It’s special and sentimental to bring family pieces back to life.”

—Sydney Strong make into a mold and cast heart pendants. But by middle school, a different shape caught her attention: a round soccer ball. “I went to Eastside and then ended up playing soccer for College of Charleston,” the 39-year-old shares. “I loved living there and after college, continued to play and coach. I didn’t have a heart for being part of the business.”

It wasn’t until deep into her 20s that Sydney even considered working alongside her mom. She spent a year driving back and forth from the coast to Greenville, to help at the shop and explore the possibility. “I was interested in stones,” she recalls. “So, I went to get a Graduate Gemologist degree from the Gemologist Institute of America.

Once I started doing that, I knew this is what I wanted to do. I moved back to Greenville in 2011.”

After a decade of learning, watching, and waiting, the transition of the business from mother to daughter is now complete, as seamless as a no-gap halo ring. “When we first talked about me buying the business, she asked if I wanted to change the name,” Sydney divulges. “I was like, ‘Absolutely not. You’ve spent 40 years building this and I don’t want to come in and rip it down!’”

The second generation does, however, hope to put her own mark on operations. “I’m in a similar spot she was in when she was my age. I would like to put a spin on some things, besides just normal business growth, and continue to build a solid reputation,” asserts Sydney.

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STRONG PAIR Paraiba tourmalines, Australian opals, AAA diamonds. The eyes of both mother and daughter sparkle when dreaming of designs with their favorite stones. Jewelers at llyn strong produce several hundred customized pieces each year. As llyn starts to step away, the two are solidifying their bond with the new collection of pear-shaped stones, named the Strong Pair. “I’m taking a week off each month to figure out what to do with the rest of my life,” admits llyn. “But it’s fun to pour ourselves into this new collection.”

Sydney already knows what her future looks like. She’ll continue to capture customers’ lifetime milestones in precious metals, encrusted with jewels. “Sometimes people will pick up their pieces and cry,” she confesses. “It’s special and sentimental to bring family pieces back to life, and to know you’re a part of their lives with engagements, marriages, births, anniversaries, and more. It’s incredible.”

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ELEVATION CHANGE FIND YOUR BLISS IN CASHIERS, NORTH CA ROLINA

by Blair Knobel

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here is a place where time stands still, a capsule where the past and future blend seamlessly with the present. Earth meets heaven in Jackson County, North Carolina, and its bridge is a small village community called Cashiers.

Tucked into southwestern North Carolina, just over the South Carolina state line, Cashiers emerges out of the wilds of Nantahala National Forest. On the short hour-and-twenty-minute drive from Greenville, undulating backroads unlock Appalachian secrets.

Cashiers is quaint, with a pocketful of boutiques, antique shops, and restaurants that are as comforting as they are charming. For the weekend, I decided to sample the area from different vantages.

Before a night at Hotel Cashiers, I planned a luxurious stay at High Hampton.

Formerly a family property, the inn dates back to 1922 when it opened as a mountain retreat. A fire destroyed the original structure and several other buildings in 1932, but the property was rebuilt, becoming a lakeside destination for generations. In 2017, Arlington Family Offices of Birmingham, Alabama,

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purchased High Hampton and enlisted Daniel Communities to redevelop the golf course and manage the new resort amenities and private residences, while the Beall family of Tennessee’s Blackberry Farm revamped the inn. Blackberry’s visionaries preserved and amplified the character of the historic structures, complementing chestnut wood with modern furnishings, rich fabrics, and abstract art. Additionally, chef-curated menus, wine and whiskey tastings, even s’mores over outdoor fire pits, are for guests’ pleasure.

I stayed in the quaint Chimney Top Cottage, one of eight cottages on the picturesque property. Cashiers’ elevation ensures that temperatures remain much cooler than in Greenville, and it was still quite chilly during my visit. The stone gas fireplace warmed my room, while I sank into a hot bath with salts from the inn’s spa. The next morning, I

Photographs courtesy of High Hampton and Hotel Cashiers

From the boutique charm of Hotel Cashiers (opposite top right, and below left) to the upscale amenities of the resort at High Hampton (opposite left and below right; this page, left and below), you’ll find a refreshing getaway in Cashiers, North Carolina.

grabbed a newspaper on my way to the sunlit dining room for breakfast. The recently opened Tom Fazio–designed golf course beckoned, but I opted for a Signature Unwind massage instead. Before leaving, I toasted the past with a glass of crisp Cava, vowing to come back in late summer to see the famed dahlia garden in bloom.

On my way to Hotel Cashiers, I stopped for lunch at Cornucopia, a locals’ café with a laundry list of sandwiches, daily specials, and homemade desserts. It’s housed in a nineteenth-century building whose walls hold past conversations as a former schoolhouse and post office. I ordered a club sandwich, then chased it with sweet tea and a slice of homemade chocolate pie.

It was Saturday, and beer called at Whiteside Brewing Company just down the road. I watched families play outside

as afternoon clouds parted. When the sun sank, I made it to Hotel Cashiers before a satisfying dinner at the eclectic Library Kitchen & Bar in Sapphire, North Carolina. There, Chef Johannes Klapdohr crafts seasonally driven dishes like a white asparagus soup with grilled shrimp that stunned in its freshness.

Hotel Cashiers is a modern boutique hotel perched above Highway 107 in a stand of tall trees. Delightful outdoor seating under string lights is a fitting spot to enjoy a bottle of wine and gourmet provisions from the hotel’s lobby lounge, located in a shopping center below. The center also offers casual restaurants if a craving for Mexican or pizza hits. I had a hearty brunch at its popular Zookeeper Bistro the next day before a breathtaking hike at Whiteside Mountain.

Time exists differently in Cashiers, a place as indelible as the moments it manifests.

High Hampton, 1525 Highway 107 South, Cashiers, NC. (800) 648-4252, highhampton.com; Hotel Cashiers, 7 Slab Town Rd, Cashiers, NC. (828) 743-7706, hotelcashiers.com

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SPARKLE CITY ARTS WHEN IT COMES TO A VIBRANT ARTS SCENE, SPARTANBURG TAKES CENTER STAGE

by M. Linda Lee

Visual Arts

Art greets your eye almost everywhere you look in downtown Spartanburg, starting outside with a vivid display of murals and public art. You’ll even find art collections adorning the walls in hotels, like the 40 pieces on permanent display throughout the first floor and mezzanine of the AC Hotel in the city center. These works, created by some of the internationally acclaimed artists (i.e., Robert Rauschenberg, Robert Motherwell, Elaine de Kooning) associated with Black Mountain College (1933–1957) in North Carolina, were curated by The Johnson Collection. The latter, a distinguished gallery on Main Street, depicts the cultural evolution of the American South through works from the late eighteenth century to the present.

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oasting 30 performance venues (21 indoor and 9 outdoor); 43 galleries or exhibit spaces; 38 murals and other public art displays; 5 museums, 64 art studios, and a Music Trail that honors celebrated local musicians across all genres, Spartanburg juggles a lively calendar of art exhibitions, concerts, stage performances, and literary happenings. “Spartanburg offers a surprisingly vibrant arts scene, home to visual and performing arts you’d expect to find in a bigger city,” says Naomi Sargent, VP of strategic communications for OneSpartanburg, Inc. “Downtown Spartanburg was designated as the Upstate’s first Cultural District, home to the Spartanburg Art Museum, the Upstate’s only contemporary art museum; Spartanburg Ballet; The Johnson Collection, a renowned representation of the American South; and Hub City Bookshop & Press, the South’s premier independent literary press.

From public murals and art museums to indie bookshops and athletic dance performances, Spartanburg serves up a full menu of arts.

A regional contemporary art museum, the Spartanburg Art Museum holds a permanent collection of 1,100 items that juxtapose historical artifacts with works by living contemporary artists. Black Anatomy, the current exhibit (through June), brings a collection of sculptures, installations, paintings, and drawings illustrating the Black experience in modern culture. You can visit SAM, The Johnson Collection, and a handful of other downtown galleries after hours during the Thursday Art Walk (third Thursday of each month, 5–8pm).

Performing Arts

Several venues and performing arts groups share the limelight in Spartanburg. Opened in 2007 in a new three-building facility downtown, the Chapman Cultural Center nurtures the arts in one complex, embracing performing spaces for Ballet Spartanburg, the city’s resident professional dance company, The Spartanburg Little Theatre, and the Spartanburg Philharmonic Orchestra. It also houses the Spartanburg Art Museum, the Spartanburg Regional History Museum, the Spartanburg Science Center, and the Artists’ Guild of Spartanburg.

The 65-member Spartanburg Philharmonic Orchestra divides its performances between the Chapman’s 476-seat theater and the 1,489-seat Twichell Auditorium in the Zimmerli Performance Center at Converse College. The Symphony’s season (September through April) encompasses the Zimmerli Series of full symphony concerts, the Espresso Series of chamber music, and the Bluegrass Series.

Formed in 1946, the Spartanburg Little Theatre performed at the Camp Croft Playhouse (a former movie theater) before moving into the Chapman Cultural Center in 2007. Today the award-winning theater company stages musicals such as Sister Act (May 6–15) and We Will Rock You (July 15–24), an ode to the music of Queen.

Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium was christened the “showplace of the South” when it opened its doors adjacent to Wofford College in 1951. Since then, the 3,244-seat venue has showcased national talent, Broadway musicals, comedy acts, sporting events, and trade shows.

Photographs courtesy of OneSpartanburg, Inc.

Literary Arts

The year was 1995. The place, a coffee shop in downtown Spartanburg, where Betsy Teeter and two other local writers hatched the notion of the Hub City Writer’s Project. Their goal?

To establish a literary identity for their little Southern city and thereby preserve its sense of place. The project started with Hub City Press, which publishes books by Southern authors, and mushroomed into a nonprofit organization that champions Southern writers at all levels and offers more than 100 events annually, including workshops, author talks, readings, summer writing camps for kids, and even a local writers’ conference.

In 2010, the group renovated the ground floor of the 1928 Masonic Temple on West Main Street downtown and opened Hub City Bookshop. This independent bookstore—named one of the “South’s Best Bookstores” by Southern Living in 2018—funnels it proceeds into creative writing education, community outreach, and publishing efforts. “The Hub City Writers Project, through our indie bookshop, diverse literary programming and outreach, and above all, our award-winning press, has established Spartanburg as a literary hub (pun intended) in the Southeast,” says its executive director Anne Waters.

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Embracing 25 counties from the Foothills to the western tip of North Carolina, the new Blue Ridge Craft Trails direct visitors to more than 300 galleries and artist studios. Pictured here is a sampling of galleries and artisans in Asheville.

Photography (clockwise from top left) courtesy of Blue Spiral 1 (1); the Southern Highland Craft Guild (2, 3); Momentum Gallery (4); the River Arts District (5, 6);

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nyone who’s ever spent any time in Asheville can feel it: that creative current that pulses throughout the city and beyond.

Dozens of fine art and craft galleries dot downtown and Biltmore Village. The graffitied warehouses of the River Arts District, aka RAD, form a nexus of some 200 makers working in virtually every medium. And the creativity emanates outward, through the thousands of artists and studios scattered across the Blue Ridge Mountains. Asheville may be the hub in this colorful wheel, but the entire region is truly a mecca for art and craft.

Now, thanks to the recent completion of the Blue Ridge Craft Trails, visitors have even greater access and opportunities to dive right into that giant creative pool of energy.

Developed and curated over a four-year period by the Blue Ridge National Heritage Area, the Craft Trails is an online resource that guides visitors to more than 300 artist studios and galleries across 25 counties in Western North Carolina. The database is searchable by area and medium, and is set up so that you can build a mapped-out route and even send it to your smartphone for easy navigation. There are also curated itineraries that incorporate dining, accommodations, and other points of interest. “The goal is three-fold,” says Angie Chandler, executive director of BRNHA. “We want to connect artists to buyers, bring visitors to our small towns, and to preserve traditional and contemporary craft in Western North Carolina.”

Whether your idea of a craft adventure involves a scenic mountain drive to catch a glass blower in the hot shop, a potter at their wheel, or shopping the galleries of Asheville, no doubt there’s ample inspiration and one-of-a-kind artworks to be discovered.

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This gallery has been a driving force behind Asheville’s arts scene since it opened in 1990, at a time when the city’s landscape was a mere shell of what it is today. Works by more than 100 contemporary artists from across the Southeast fill three floors of this spacious gallery, which also presents more than 25 shows annually.

38 Biltmore Ave, Asheville. (828) 251-0202, bluespiral1.com

Momentum (4)

One of Asheville’s newest galleries, Momentum showcases works of the highest caliber that blur the lines between art and craft—a place where process and material are more about expression than function. About half of the artists represented are local, while others hail from across the country.

52 Broadway St, Asheville. (828) 505-8550, momentumgallery.com

Southern Highland Craft Guild (2, 3)

Photography (clockwise from top left) courtesy of Blue Spiral 1 (1); the Southern Highland Craft Guild (2, 3); Momentum Gallery (4); the River Arts District (5, 6); and Blue Spiral 1 (7)

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Asheville is ground zero for this juried group of more than 900 artisans from nine Appalachian states. The guild has two galleries in Asheville, showcasing its members’ handicrafts: the newest is inside a gracefully renovated historic bank building in Biltmore Village. The other is at the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Both galleries offer the opportunity to shop for beautifully glazed ceramic mugs and servingware, blown-glass pieces, statement art jewelry, wooden furnishings, and woven scarves and blankets.

Milepost 382 Blue Ridge Parkway and 26 Lodge St, Asheville. (828) 298-7928, southernhighlandguild.org

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Boasting more than 200 artist studios and galleries, the RAD deserves at least an entire day for exploring the four clusters of buildings that spread for a mile along the riverfront.

Buildings are connected via a greenway, though since parking is ample and free, it’s equally easy to drive. There are no formal open hours in the district, but you’re almost always guaranteed to find open studios any time of day, some which offer demonstrations and hands-on classes. There are also plenty of great restaurants, bars, breweries, and even a couple of music venues in the RAD—enough to fuel your exploration from day into night.

Find a map, browse the artists, and search for hands-on creative opportunities at riverartsdistrict.com

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Summer camps offer a bevy of activities for kids (and parents) to connect with nature and make new friends.

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Although summer camps have evolved in many respects, most continue to incorporate select elements of those lakeside or mountain escapes from yesteryear.

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Camp Greenville

Camp Greenville is much more than a pretty place. For more than 100 years, this overnight camp run by YMCA of Greenville has shared its core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility with thousands of boys and girls in kindergarten through 12th grade.

Today, Camp Greenville features age- and genderappropriate groups divided into three program types: • Base Camp: a one-week traditional camp offering general-interest activities • Adventure Camp: a six-day program that blends on-site and off-site activities and trips • Specialty Camp: mini-week (three nights) or Parent+Me camps designed for younger campers Of course, Camp Greenville’s location contributes immensely to its charm. Carved from 1,400 acres along the eastern ridge of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the camp showcases two natural waterfalls and two spring-fed lakes and is home to Fred W. Symmes Chapel (aka, “Pretty Place”), which collectively provide “adventure, fun, and tradition, all in a beautiful mountaintop setting.” campgreenville.org

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Camp Greystone

Founded in 1920 by a Presbyterian minister, Camp Greystone is a nondenominational Christian camp for girls ages 5–17. The camp, which is located 30 miles from Greenville in the mountains of North Carolina, runs from May through mid-August and offers sessions ranging from one to five weeks.

At its core, Camp Greystone strives to help girls learn to look at themselves and others through a deeper, more meaningful lens than the one commonly used by society.

Campers participate in a range of activities that encourage growth in four key areas: • Spiritual: Exploring their faith.

• Physical: Taking care of their bodies.

• Mental: Embracing each day as a gift.

• Social: Focusing on others more than themselves.

Camp Greystone’s motto encapsulates the impact it seeks to have on every attendee: Girls are worth more than what the world tells them. campgreystone.com

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Camp Illahee

Located just over an hour northwest of the Upstate in Brevard, North Carolina, Camp Illahee is a Christian camp for girls founded in 1921. Sessions range from five days to four weeks and are open to second through 11th graders.

Days at Camp Illahee are filled with activities in sports, arts, and adventures, while nights feature devotions, singalongs, skits, and other traditional camp events. Campers are encouraged to “Be a Great Girl!” while pursuing their interests, exploring new opportunities, and forging friendships.

As a whole, Camp Illahee’s philosophy and programming are designed to “inspire campers to develop qualities that will serve them for a lifetime,” which includes confidence, conviction, integrity, faith, and respect for nature. campillahee.com

Chimney Point

Since opening in 2017, Chimney Point has pushed the boundaries of what most people would consider “camp.”

The all-inclusive retreat is owned by Pine Cove, a Christianbased organization with camps across Texas, and features resort-style accommodations and amenities along the shores of Lake Hartwell near the South Carolina-Georgia border.

Unlike most camps, Chimney Point brings entire families together for a weeklong escape. College counselors oversee age-appropriate programs for children the majority of the day, allowing parents to attend speaker sessions and engage in an array of activities like swimming, boating, horseback riding, and whitewater rafting. Families reunite for meals, theme nights, and other camp bonding experiences.

From its contemporary design to its faith-centered programming, Chimney Point challenges campers to open their minds and free their spirits in both the literal and metaphorical sense. pinecove.com/summer-camps/chimney-point

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BACK TO BASICS GREEN V ILLE NATI VE K ATIE ROBIR DS OFFERS ELEVATED EVERY DAY WEA R AT HER NEW BOUTIQUE, RO & CO.

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f you’ve visited the Village of West Greenville lately, you may have spotted a trendy white building along Pendleton Street—you know, the one with the two garage doors that used to be a photography studio, a floral shop, and way back in the day, an old filling station.

This Pendleton staple is now home to Ro & Co., a unique boutique from Greenville’s own Katie Robirds. By day, Katie runs a sales team in North and South Carolina. Also by day, Katie runs Ro & Co. with general manager Pam Warnock, formerly of the shuttered North Main boutique PSquared. From casual looks to elevated brands like Dèluc or Zadig & Voltaire, Katie hopes to offer Greenville women of all shapes and sizes an approachable shopping experience.

Katie Robirds (opposite, left) indulges her love of fashion at Ro & Co., her new boutique for all seasons and sizes.

I’d love a little background on you. I was born and raised in Greenville, so I am a true Greenvillian. I’ve always worked in sales. I worked for The Greenville News for many years in print and media sales and then a technology company. I run a sales team of seven and then I also own the store. My husband and I, we are both either crazy or just really driven people. We both have our personal careers that we are very dedicated to. We also have a daughter, and she is eight.

Let’s talk fashion. Has opening a boutique always been a dream of yours? I’ve always had a love of all things fashion. I think that clothes can make you feel really good, but I’m also a big believer that clothes don’t have to be super expensive. I think a lot of people don’t know how to wear clothes; they let clothes wear them. At the end of the day, truly helping people understand what is the right clothing for their body and how to pair things is our biggest goal.

What does Ro & Co. offer the Greenville fashion scene?

When you think of Southern boutiques, there’s a lot of consistency—a lot of florals, a lot of bright bold colors. I like to be different . . . when we talked about what we wanted to be, we wanted to have your good solid basics. Our biggest focus is streetwear, meaning you could literally wear it every single day. We have a lot of stay-at-home moms, and they’re not dressing up every day.

Who is Ro & Co. for? Our goal is we can dress a high school girl, and we can dress somebody in their seventies. We are truly buying for all stages of life and all body types. Not everybody is a size zero. We want to make sure they are comfortable in finding the right pieces for their body.

What is your go-to item or outfit? [laughs] What my go-to item is versus what everyone else’s go-to item is—it’s going to be very different. I walk into our store, and I think, “I want it all!” But my go-to item is jeans. I live in jeans . . . and our Perfect White Tee blondie tanks. I will throw on a Lucy Paris jacket; that’s my go-to these days.

What is trending right now? We’re seeing a lot of white denim. Everyone is having an event. So I feel like our casual dresses that we have, whether it be our sundresses or our maxi dresses, those are what everyone is wanting right now. Skirts. And travel wear. A lot of clients are going on vacation.

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ater this month, Spartanburg’s Hub City Press will publish the debut novel The Crocodile Bride, by Ashleigh Bell Pedersen, as part of its Cold Mountain Fund Series in partnership with Charles Frazier. If you don’t know about this series, you’re missing a hand-selected reading list of exciting new Southern voices. Fans of Dorothy Allison and Kaye Gibbons will instantly love 11-year-old Sunshine Turner, a resourceful girl coming of age in a house full of trauma and secrets at the edge of the Louisiana bayou—where, her grandmother tells her, there lives a woman married to an insatiable crocodile. Her power over that crocodile gives her the power to heal. As the novel’s long hot summer unfolds, Sunshine reckons with her troubled father’s “indoor storms,” the shadow and light of her family mythology, and the search for a story all her own.

We caught up with Ashleigh, who lives in Austin, Texas, to see what she’s been reading lately.

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Paradise / by Toni Morrison “I am pretty much in love with everything Toni Morrison has ever written (not to mention her vibrant personality and the wit and humor she brings to interviews recorded in the latter years of her life). If I had to rank my favorites of her novels, Beloved and The Bluest Eye are probably at the top of my list, but I read Paradise fairly recently, and I find myself marveling at the uneasy tone she creates throughout so many of the scenes in this book and at the different ways the women in this novel try to carve out space in the world. I find myself remembering the ending of this novel often—and feeling puzzled, saddened, and deeply moved by it.ˮ Senseless Women / by oSarah Harris Wallman “Short-story lovers: buckle up! This collection was released just as the pandemic was rearing its head and we were all lost in our respective freak-outs. It’s worth rediscovering.

Wallman’s writing is dark, hilarious, whip-smart, incisive, and feminist. I love the story “The Dead Girls Show” in particular, a satire that plays on our society’s exploitation of the female body through the violence enacted against it. (I have a feeling Wallman has a lot to say about shows like Law and Order: SVU.)ˮ Her Body and Other Parties / Carmen Maria Machado “Like Wallman’s Senseless Women, Machado’s collection explores the often unspoken aspects of what it means to be a woman in this world. Her stories are unflinching in the truest sense of the word. They are dark and weird and supernatural and rich and delightful. “The Husband Stitch” in particular stuck with me long after I finished reading it. Machado makes her own rules, and every story in this collection is a unique, polished gem.ˮ Find these authors at M. Judson Booksellers, 130 S Main St, Ste 200A, Greenville. (864) 603-2412, mjudsonbooks.com

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So, when my novel was released in August of last year, I was completely unprepared for reader reviews. As they started appearing online, my blood pressure, already relatively high, spiked into stroke territory. “This one’s going in the trash where it belongs,” a woman noted in her one-star review. A man, who hated the book so much it took him six hundred words to fully communicate his distaste, said, “The book sounded interesting. It wasn’t.” Other reviewers called the book “brutally boring, and almost a DNF (did not finish)” and “overly simplistic, relying solely on the stupidity of bumbling

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cops to string things out for an entire book.” To be honest, that last reviewer might have a point.

Fortunately, the positive reviews vastly outnumber the negative ones. But it’s the handful of negative reviews that feed my insecurity and my insomnia. Why don’t they like me? I’ll wonder as I toss and turn at two in the morning. Why do they have to be so critical?

And so mean? The reviewers remind me of the bullies in seventh grade who tormented me because I carried my books in a briefcase instead of a backpack.

“Don’t read them,” an author friend recently told me when I divulged my obsession with reviews. “Good or bad, don’t read any of them,” he said. “If you’re reading reviews, you’re not writing, and writing is your job.” He’s probably right. It would be better for my mental health, and my productivity, if I put all reviews in the trash, where he believes they belong. But I’m too neurotic to do that. I’ll keep reading them and keep tossing and turning. And keep kidding myself that it’s possible to please everyone.

Steven Tingle is the author of Graveyard Fields and is the monthly contributor to this column. Find more at steventingle.com.

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Madonna and Child with an Angel (“Madonna of the Magnificat”), Alessandro di Mariano Filipepi, called Sandro Botticelli (and studio), Italian, 15th century, tempera on panel.

Bob Jones Jr., son of the evangelist Bob Jones, began purchasing Old Master paintings when he became president of Bob Jones University in the 1940s—and it has become one of the most valuable collections of European art in the world. by

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Madonna and Child with an Angel (“Madonna of the Magnificat”), Alessandro di Mariano Filipepi, called Sandro Botticelli (and studio), Italian, 15th century, tempera on panel.

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President Bob Jones Jr. acquired Botticelli’s Madonna and Child with an Angel within the first year of starting a world-renowned art collection at Bob Jones University.

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(opposite) A fine example of a nineteenthcentury Orientalist painting, Edwin Long’s Vashti Refuses the King’s Summons illustrates a rare theme in Old Masters’ works.

Robert Reynolds Jones Jr. was born in the cotton fields of Dothan, Alabama.

When Bob Jones University, the school his father started in 1927, moved to Greenville from Cleveland, Tennessee, in 1947, students and faculty arrived driving through cotton fields in the surrounding countryside. At the same time, scores of mills were making cloth in Greenville for global markets—earning Greenville the title, “Textile Center of the World.” While wealthy mill executives brought an array of fantastic architecture, music, theater, and country club organizations to the Upstate, the European fine art that filled the homes and museums of their big-city counterparts was not to be found in Greenville.

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Within a few years following Jones Jr.’s arrival, as president of BJU, he set about changing that. Culture had always been a part of the university’s core emphasis of what a well-rounded education should be. BJU had successful vocal, instrumental, art, literature, and theater programs, but lacked an art collection that could inspire students and expose them to great masters of the past.

Over the course of his life, Jones Jr. visited many great art museums around the world while traveling with his evangelist father. In the late 1940s, a friend and wellconnected businessman, Carl Hamilton, encouraged Jones Jr. to build an art collection for the school. Hamilton had relationships with many of the top art dealers and curators at the time and offered to help him assemble a museum collection that would not only round out the students’ college experience but serve to inspire the larger community with the beauty and skill of great artists.

When the campus museum opened to the public on Thanksgiving in 1951, twenty-five paintings ranging from the fourteenth through the eighteenth centuries brought an opportunity for locals to view Old Masters. Prior to that time, they would’ve had to travel to Richmond, Virginia, or Sarasota, Florida, to see anything comparable.

The university entrusted Jones with a $30,000-per-year budget to buy paintings that would build a pre-twentiethcentury survey collection of Western European art that had the unique parameters of religious subject matter, with a focus on those depicting scriptural events or Biblical characters.

Recognizable painters were certainly on Jones’s agenda, so patrons could see works by artists with whom they were familiar. Within the first year of opening, the museum was able to secure a beautiful tondo (round) painting by Allessandro Filippepi, aka Sandro Botticelli.

Today, Botticelli’s works, which fill the Uffizi Gallery in Florence, the Louvre in Paris, and the Sistine Chapel in Rome, can also be found in Greenville, South Carolina.

The Madonna and Child with an Angel, also called “Madonna of the Magnificat,” shows the graceful lines and coloration so characteristic of the master—especially in the faces and hands, which were the aspects that Botticelli painted, while leaving the less important parts for his apprentices to complete.

An even more recognizable artist came when Jones acquired the Head of Christ panel painting in 1963, ascribed to none other than Rembrandt van Rijn. The painting’s style is characteristic of the master’s dark brown tones and expressiveness of his subjects. However, as the study of art history advanced, the work was deemed to have been painted by a member of Rembrandt’s studio. Nonetheless, the painting gained an international

Bob Jones, Jr., 1961. Museum & Gallery at Bob Jones University, Greenville SC

As president of BJU, Bob Jones Jr. built the core of the widely acclaimed religious art collection that now makes up the university’s Museum & Gallery.

Vashti Refuses the King’s Summons, Edwin Long, R.A. English, 19th century, oil on canvas.

Museum & Gallery at Bob Jones University, Greenville, SC

Beyond name recognition, Jones assembled a remarkable survey of painters from most of the major Italian, French, Spanish, Dutch, Flemish, British, and German schools with both familiar and unfamiliar names, all with an eye to the quality of the work.

audience in 2011, when it was featured in the traveling exhibition Rembrandt and the Face of Jesus, displayed at the Detroit Institute of Arts, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, and the Louvre. Though the work was by an unknown student, it hung prominently with six other Rembrandt Head of Christ paintings for the first time, as all seven were originally together in the master’s studio.

It marks a watershed moment when Rembrandt enlisted a Jewish neighbor to pose as the model for Christ—the first time in art history when an artist used an ethnically correct subject for the image of Jesus. Rembrandt would go on to paint ethnically correct Christ characters for the rest of his career, and the collection’s painting will forever be part of that momentous change.

Beyond name recognition, Jones assembled a remarkable survey of painters from most of the major Italian, French, Spanish, Dutch, Flemish, British, and German schools with both familiar and unfamiliar names, all with an eye to the quality of the work. A fine example is Vashti Refuses the King’s Summons by the British painter Edwin Long, which Jones purchased in 1969. It’s a great example of an Orientalist painting, but Edwin Long is not a name that most people recognize. Instead of paying an expensive price for a more familiar Orientalist like Jean-Léon Gérôme [note accents], Jones chose a high-quality work by Long that is signed and dated, which fit the collecting focus just as well. Not only did the painting fill a role in representing a key nineteenth-century artistic movement, but the subject matter is a relatively rare theme found among the Old Masters. Here the artist uses Arab-looking women and interior decorative elements that are authentic to the Medo-Persian time period and culture around 600 BC. a great example of an Orientalist painting, but Edwin Long is not a name that most people recognize. Instead

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The Mocking of Christ, Unknown French or Dutch (follower of Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio), French or Dutch, 17th century, oil on canvas. Museum & Gallery at Bob Jones University, Greenville, SC

Orientalist like Jean-Léon Gérôme, Jones chose a high-quality work by Long that is signed and dated, which fit the collecting focus just as well.

Not only did the painting fill a role in representing a key nineteenthcentury artistic movement, but the subject matter is a relatively rare theme found among the Old Masters. Here the artist uses Arab-looking women and interior decorative elements that are authentic to the MedoPersian time period and culture around 600 BC. The last painting Dr. Jones acquired for the collection before he died in 1997, The Mocking of Christ exemplifies many of the characteristics of his purchases over the decades. Painted by an unknown follower of Caravaggio, one of the most respected Italian artists, the work is noteworthy as a seventeenth-century Baroque painting. Nearly half of

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Painted by an unknown follower of Caravaggio, the Baroque work The Mocking of Christ reflects the master’s style.

Head of Christ, Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn (school of), Dutch, 17th century, oil on canvas. Museum & Gallery at Bob Jones University, Greenville, SC

the more than 400 paintings in the collection are from the Baroque period. It was Jones’s good fortune to find and buy quality Baroque paintings for bargain prices in the 1950s and ’60s because the style was out of favor with most museums and private collectors at the time.

Most scholars agree that the survey of Baroque paintings in Greenville is outstanding. Keith Christensen, curator of paintings at the Metropolitan Museum of Art admits, “No question, Bob Jones has the best Baroque around.”

Like The Mocking of Christ, Jones often bought paintings of superior quality that were clearly painted by an accomplished artist but may have lacked a solid attribution or maybe had a wrong one. Even in the hot Old Masters art market in the 1990s, the painting was affordable. His practiced eye had found a gem that he bought for a proverbial song. Today, the value of the painting would be significantly more than what he paid for it. Even four decades into collecting, Jones was still finding bargains like The Mocking of Christ. Knowing he could never afford an autographed Caravaggio painting, Jones invested in this one, which demonstrates the master’s style better than any other in the collection.

The Head of Christ, done by a member of Rembrandt’s studio, is notable for the fact that a Jewish model sat for the painting.

Over time, the collection in Greenville became a bucket-list stop for all art experts and scholars of Old Master paintings.

Over time, the collection in Greenville became a bucket-list stop for all art experts and scholars of Old Master paintings. The museum’s paintings have traveled around the world and been included in some of the most scholarly exhibitions in the last seventy years. In 1996, the Museum & Gallery became an independent 501(c)3 nonprofit, separate from the university and serving international audiences, college students, and K-12 students statewide, as well as Greenville residents.

Thousands have been enriched by the cultural breadth and importance of the collection, which is proposed to be housed in a state-of-the-art civic center in downtown Greenville. Now that the city has become an international tourist destination, it only makes sense that this collection should be highlighted as one of Greenville’s—and the world’s—greatest assets.

For more on the Museum & Gallery, go to museumandgallery.org.

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By Kara Blanken Soper Photography courtesy of Black Mountain College Museum Hazel Larsen Archer, Geodesic Dome Construction, Buckminster Fuller and Students, 1949.

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When we think about modern art in America, our thoughts rarely land on the South. Most people place the development of modernism in urban centers such as New York or Los Angeles where highminded intellectualism reigns king. This exclusion creates a problematic separation between fine art and craft—one that continues to divide societies along class, gender, and racial lines.

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A N E W WAY The founding of Black Mountain

College is rooted in escape from conventional limitations and the pursuit of freedom of thought.

John A. Rice was a controversial American educator and Rhodes scholar who challenged conventional teaching practices. He had a rebellious streak that eventually led him to resign from his teaching post at Rollins College in Florida, which was the catalyst for the founding of Black Mountain College in 1933. In searching for the school’s first faculty members, Rice looked toward the Bauhaus in Germany, arguably the most influential modernist school of the twentieth century. With an aim to abolish the distinction between “fine art” and “craft,” the school sought to unify art with industrial design. The Bauhaus had a democratic mission to synthesize art and technology to create a well-designed environment that could improve society.

Photographer Unknown, The Studies Building, c. late 1940s.

Courtesy of the Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center.

What if progress toward the democratization of art took root not in a major metropolitan city but in an isolated area of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the southeastern United States? About 20 minutes outside of Asheville, Black Mountain College became a key player in the history of American modernism.

Operating between 1933 and 1957, the school was an experimental, progressive institution that encouraged interdisciplinary as well as communal living. Its idyllic setting on Black Mountain’s Lake Eden, different from the limiting atmospheres of traditional institutions, allowed participants to learn through artistic placemaking, democratic governance, and a student-centered environment. Its core tenet, the idea that the arts are a great equalizer, central to education and lived experience, paved the way for a historic experiment that changed the trajectory of art history, and for the first time, re-positioned the spotlight of the art world away from Europe and onto the United States.

Unfortunately, this mission did not align with the priorities of Hitler and the Nazi Party, and the school was forced to close in 1933. This left faculty and students displaced, and many of them fled to the United States along with other avant-garde artists and intellectuals attempting to escape escalating persecution in the face of authoritarianism. This group included Josef and Anni Albers, who arrived in Black Mountain, North Carolina, in 1933 at Rice’s invitation to lead the art program at his new experimental school.

C I T I Z E N S O F T H E WO R L D Josef and Anni Albers brought the Bauhaus spirit of experimentation in geometric abstraction to Black Mountain College and maintained it until their departure for Yale University in 1949. They also embraced a globalist approach to aesthetics and emphasized the importance of studying art and artifacts of nonWestern cultures. Josef’s paintings and prints from his Black Mountain College period are experimental investigations in composition and decorative pattern that seem to combine the vocabulary of abstraction he acquired while at the Bauhaus with an affinity for the aesthetics of Mexico’s indigenous cultures. He is more known, however, for his contributions to Op Art through his Homage to the Square series that he developed in the 1950s and 1960s.

Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, progressive Black Mountain College set out to unify fine art and craft traditions.

The Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center (BMCM+AC), located in

downtown Asheville, North Carolina, operates under a mission to preserve and continue the legacy of educational and artistic innovation of Black Mountain College (BMC) through collection, conservation, and educational activities including exhibitions, publications, and public programs. Founded in 1993 by Mary Holden to raise awareness about BMC’s impact on the development of modern and contemporary art, the BMCM+AC is currently hosting a wide range of programming that deftly explores elements of the BMC legacy. 120 College St, Asheville, NC. blackmountaincollege.org

Anni was an assistant professor and ran the weaving workshop with the ultimate goal of elevating textiles to the status of fine art.

At the core of her artistic practice and teachings was her admiration for the art and artifacts of ancient pre-Columbian cultures, which she developed after multiple trips to Mexico during the 1930s and 1940s.

This look toward the past rather than a rejection of it redefined what it meant to be “modern” and ultimately led Anni to combine the old and the new in a way that changed our notions of what modernism means. Her textiles lift art out of dusty intellectual ideology and unify fine art and craft into a realm that transcends the limiting divide between “artist” and “maker.” Her pictorial wall hangings, especially Ancient Writing (1936) and With Verticals (1946), are excellent examples of her mission to create a new visual language while at Black Mountain College that could be achieved through weaving. Her reimagining of the woven textiles of ancient civilizations created an opportunity to use old modes of representation to revitalize and reinvigorate contemporary aesthetics.

WHAT IF PROGRESS TOWARD THE DEMOCRATIZATION OF ART TOOK ROOT NOT IN A MAJOR METROPOLITAN CITY BUT IN AN ISOLATED AREA OF THE BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAINS IN THE SOUTHEASTERN UNITED STATES?

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Art, music, and dance were all part of the curriculum at Black Mountain College, under the tutelage of luminaries such as German-born artist Josef Albers (opposite, top left), his wife, Anni, a textile artist (shown with Josef, opposite, bottom left), as well as influential choreographer Merce Cunningham (opposite, top right). Josef and Anni Albers’s artwork (top left; opposite left; opposite bottom right) merged the influences of global cultures.

A R T I S T I C L E G AC Y Although Black Mountain College eventually closed in 1957 due to a void in leadership and a perpetual lack of funding, it had a lasting impact on the development of post–World War II American culture. Canonical figures of American modernism like Willem and Elaine de Kooning, Robert Motherwell, Robert Rauschenberg, Ruth Asawa, John Cage, Merce Cunningham, and Cy Twombly made many of the most celebrated works of American modern art on the Black Mountain College campus.

Interdisciplinary communal living allowed for the free exchange of ideas that ultimately led to conversations about social justice and environmental sustainability. Ten years before the Brown vs. Board of Education Supreme Court decision, Black Mountain College integrated their student body in 1944, making it the first higher education institution in the Jim Crow South to welcome African Americans.

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1946 summer session, which was a fruitful experience that contributed to Lawrence’s highly successful career as an artist. The first iteration of Buckminster Fuller’s geodesic dome was constructed near Lake Eden during the 1948 summer session with the goal of making housing more economically available for a greater number of people. Although it collapsed, Fuller went on to perfect his design, which would eventually be reproduced more than 300,000 times around the world and is known to be one of the most innovative, environmentally sustainable, and socially minded shelter designs ever built.

We can also trace the influence and importance of Black Mountain College on contemporary movements and environments. The current emphasis on studio practice in the making of both fine art and craft objects embodies an experimental spirit originating from Black Mountain College. Acknowledgment of the blurred line between fine art and craft explains, in part, the emergence of the contemporary “makers movement,” which originated in our region and is now a vital part of the Southern cultural landscape. This unification of fine art and craft tradition as manifested by contemporary makers serves to further democratize art and make it more easily accessible for all to enjoy, which is a core principle of modernism itself.

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This exhibition at the Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center explores the work of Jacob Lawrence, the reverberating impact of his connection to Black Mountain College on his work and students, and the pursuit of abstraction as a vehicle for Black liberation. The museum’s curator Marie Cochran expertly brings contemporary voices into the conversation through making connections to advancements in social justice seen throughout Appalachia and the Southern region as a whole. She uses Asheville as a case study and weaves the work of Lawrence in with contemporary artists to generate a conversation about the legacy of BMC as it relates to current movements in contemporary art.

Josef Albers, Edged I (Gekanntet I), 1934, woodcut, 10 1/2 x 16 1/4 in. (26.7 x 41.3 cm). © 2022 The Josef and Anni Albers Foundation/Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York. Photograph by Tim Nighswander/Imaging4Art; Kenelm Winslow, Music at BMC, c. late 1930s. Courtesy of the Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center.

The progress Anni Albers made toward elevating the fiber medium had parallels in the growth of the Upstate textile industry, a connection that seems to be the ultimate realization of the synchronicity of fine art and industrial craft originally imagined at the Bauhaus.

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(top left, clockwise) John Campbell, Josef Albers Teaching, no date. Courtesy of the Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center; Hazel Larsen Archer, Merce Cunningham, c. 1953. Courtesy of the Estate of Hazel Larsen Archer and the Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center; Josef Albers, Showcase, 1934, linoleum cut, 15 x 14 in. (38.1 x 35.6 cm). © 2022 The Josef and Anni Albers Foundation/Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York.

Photograph by Tim Nighswander/Imaging4Art; Anni and Josef Albers, Black Mountain College, 1938. Photograph

by Ted Dreier. Courtesy of the Josef and Anni Albers Foundation; Anni Albers, With Verticals, 1946, cotton and linen, 61 x 46.5 in. (154.9 x 118.1 cm). © 2022 The Josef and Anni Albers Foundation/Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York. Photograph by Tim Nighswander/Imaging4Art

Anni Albers Foundation/Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York. Photograph by Tim Nighswander/Imaging4Art; Kenelm Winslow, Music at BMC, c. late 1930s. Courtesy of the Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center.

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Recipe courtesy of Paloma

Sometimes you just can’t stand back and watch anymore. That’s how Greenville chef John Malik felt when he decided to go to Poland for two weeks in March and help World Central Kitchen feed refugees fleeing the war in Ukraine.

Founded by Chef José Andrés in 2010, WCK is the first to the frontlines, providing hot meals to people in a humanitarian crisis. Side-by-side with other chefs and volunteers, Malik chopped onions, peeled carrots, made hot chocolate—whatever was needed to feed the thousands of Ukrainian families crossing over the border to Poland daily. “I thought I understood hospitality,” John writes in his online essay dated March 22nd, “until I served customers that packed their lives into one carry-on suitcase and walked for ten days to safety and a bowl of beef stew.”—M. Linda Lee

No self-respecting Derby party would be without mint juleps. The official drink of the Kentucky Derby since 1983, the mint julep is traditionally served in a silver julep cup, which frosts over and keeps the cocktail icy cold.—MLL

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Lady Hill Wine Dinner at Stella’s Brasserie It’s a special evening when Jerry Owen, a fifthgeneration farmer and the owner of Lady Hill Winery in Oregon, comes to Stella’s Brasserie to pair his wines with excellent cuisine crafted with farmfresh ingredients by Chef Anthony Gray. Owen’s family has been farming the same 1,500 acres of land in the Willamette Valley since the 1850s, and he’ll happily regale attendees with tales of how he and his team hand-craft Northwest expressions of classic French varietals into sophisticated wines with layers of complexity.—MLL

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Instructions

Muddle the mint leaves and Demerara sugar in the bottom of a glass. Add crushed ice to the top of the glass, then add the bourbon and stir until the glass is frosted. Top with more crushed ice and garnish with a sprig of mint.

Photographs (Poland) by John Malik; (mint julep) courtesy of Paloma / AC Hotel; Table Rock Tea Company by by Jack Connolly

Read John’s detailed accounts of his WCK experience on chefjohnmalik.com.

8 fresh mint leaves ¼ oz of Demerara syrup (simple syrup made with equal parts Demerera sugar [sugar in the raw] and water, boiled until sugar is dissolved) 2oz bourbon of choice; we prefer Woodford Reserve Crushed ice

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ot summer days are coming, and the only way to survive them is with a cold beverage in hand. Soda’s reign is long over; sweet tea is sticky and one-dimensional; but lemonade never lets you down. Balanced with just the right level of tart and sweet, this childhood classic deserves a fresh look this summer (no powdered mix or store-bought pink stuff allowed). Invest a few minutes into making a big batch of lemonade concentrate, store it in your fridge, and enjoy fresh-squeezed lemonade any time you crave it.

You’ll wonder how sweet tea ever got crowned as the South’s summer drink.

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Instructions: 1. Bring the sugar and 1 ¼ cups of water to a boil and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool completely.

2. Stir the lemon juice into the simple syrup to create a concentrate. Store in an airtight container or bottle in the refrigerator for up to three weeks, or freeze it for later use.

3. When ready for a glass of lemonade, simply pour concentrate into a glass and dilute with cold water and ice to taste. A good ratio is one part concentrate to one part water—but use less water if you like your lemonade punchier.

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So simple you can make this with one hand, which is good, because you should have a book in the other for a couple hours of porch sitting. Pour one part lemonade concentrate and one part club soda in a glass filled with ice and stir.

This frozen mint lemonade is an Israeli staple for a reason—the combo of cool mint and tart cold lemonade cuts right through summer heat to refresh.

Blend 8 oz. of ice, 5 oz. of lemonade concentrate, 5 oz. of water, and a packed ¼ cup of fresh mint leaves in a blender to slushie consistency. Pour into a tall glass and enjoy with a straw.

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E D • SWEET SPOT Carolina Bourbon Belles’ recipes are tailored to people who love bourbon, so it was important to Michelle and Emily that the bourbon taste shine through in their finished products. During the testing phase for their bourbon balls, they relied on Michelle’s father’s knowledge about different bourbon profiles to create something mild enough for people who don’t drink bourbon, but potent enough so enthusiasts could recognize the bourbon flavor.

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rowing up in Kentucky, Michelle Curran and Emily Burress were no strangers to the culture of bourbon. Both reveled in Kentucky Derby parties on the first Saturday of May, where bourbon balls, Derby pie, and other bourbon-infused sweets were long-standing culinary traditions.

The two women met after relocating to Simpsonville with their husbands. “We lived across the street from each other in Simpsonville and had no idea the other was from Kentucky,” recalls Michelle. Bonding over being young mothers and their mutual love of baking, Michelle and Emily distilled the idea of starting a small business focused on their Kentucky heritage.

Carolina Bourbon Belles launched in 2017 with bourbon balls, the “tiny little labors of love,” as Emily calls them, each of which the two partners hand-roll and hand-dip themselves.

Next, they added the bourbon chocolate pecan pie that Emily’s mother made every year on Derby weekend. “That’s what catapulted us into popularity in the community,” Emily reports.

“That pie . . . developed its own fan base.”

Between Emily’s family recipes, which have been handed down through generations, and Michelle’s family’s background in the bourbon industry, their business has an abiding connection to their Old Kentucky Home. “My dad [a former VP of operations for Buffalo Trace] was in the bourbon industry for 36 years,” notes Michelle.

“My mom used to hand-write information on the Blanton’s labels, and my grandfather was one of the last barrel coopers to make bourbon barrels by hand. Bourbon went with everything when I was growing up.” It’s that history, and the fact that they pour their hearts into their small-batch products, that sets Carolina Bourbon Belles apart.

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“There’s a little part of our heritage that we just love to share with people.”

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What makes these carnitas irresistible is not just the complex spice rub or the deeply flavorful braise of beer, citrus, and salsa, but the final fifteen minutes of cooking, where a light sprinkle of brown sugar and a trip under the broiler gives the pork its signature crispy ends.

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SLOW-COOKER CARNITAS Serves 10–12

INGREDIENTS:

4–5 lbs. boneless pork shoulder 1 Tbs. salt 1 tsp. cumin 1 Tbs. chili powder 1 tsp. black pepper 1 tsp. oregano ¼ tsp. cinnamon ½ tsp. cayenne pepper 6 cloves garlic, minced Juice of 2 limes ½ cup orange juice 12 ounces lager beer ½ cup salsa ¼ cup brown sugar 1. Mix the spices (excluding the brown sugar) together in a small bowl. Rub the pork shoulder liberally with all of the spice mixture and the garlic.

Place in a slow cooker.

2. Pour the liquid ingredients in around the pork.

Cook on low for 8 hours. Transfer pork to a large dish or platter and use forks to shred it, discarding any fat. Reserve ¾ cup of the braising liquid.

3. Preheat the broiler. Line a sheet pan with aluminum foil and spread out the shredded pork evenly. Pour the reserved braising liquid over the meat, and then sprinkle it with ¼ cup brown sugar.

4. Broil meat until the ends get crispy and browned, turning once, about 5–10 minutes per side. Serve with tortillas, cilantro, limes, avocado, and black beans for tacos or use the meat to make enchiladas or burrito bowls.

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INGREDIENTS:

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AMERICAN The Anchorage With a focus on local produce, Chef Greg McPhee’s globally influenced menu changes almost weekly. Fresh harvest arrives frequently from area growers, like Horseshoe Farm in Travelers Rest, which informs McPhee’s creative dishes. The restaurant’s menu and stellar cocktail program are updated regularly, and The Anchorage hosts frequent wine dinners. $$-$$$, D. Closed Sun–Mon. 586 Perry Ave. (864) 219-3082, theanchoragerestaurant.com

Augusta Grill Augusta Grill is a Greenville institution featuring upscale comfort food. At the bar or in the intimate dining room, patrons can enjoy dishes such as the wild mushroom ravioli with pancetta and roasted garlic cream, or the sautéed rainbow trout with crabmeat beurre blanc. The lineup changes daily, but diners can always get Chef Bob Hackl’s highly sought-after blackberry cobbler. $$$-

$$$$, D. Closed Sun & Mon. 1818 Augusta St. (864) 242-0316, augustagrill.com

Bacon Bros. Public House The menu at Bacon Bros. Public House has been reimagined. Barbecue and specialty sandwiches are still on offer, along with more refined plates like forest mushroom agnolotti.

The drink menu mirrors the food, featuring whiskeys, bourbons, bacon-infused liquors, and even smoked sorghum syrup. $$-$$$, L,

D. Closed Sunday. 3620 Pelham Rd. (864) 297-6000, baconbrospublichouse.com

The Burrow The comfort of a home-cooked meal, plus the ease of an elevated dining experience: the newest restaurant from Josh Beeby of Barley’s and Trappe Door fame does it all.

A cozy setting encourages conversation and gathering, while artful dishes and cocktails serve a sense of indulgence. You can’t miss with the chargrilled octopus or the whiskey sour. $$, D, SBR. 2017A Augusta St. (864)

412-8677, theburrowgville.com

N E W CAMP Tucked into one of the “jewel box” spaces on Camperdown Plaza, CAMP is the newest venture from the Table 301 group. The menu, designed by executive chef Drew Erickson, sparkles with regional American small plates and reimagined twists inspired by the four years Erickson spent working with über-chef Thomas Keller at The French Laundry in California.

$$-$$$, D, SBR. Closed Mon. 2 E Broad St, Greenville. (864) 514-2267, campgvl.com

Fork and Plough The quintessential farm-to-fork partnership between Greenbrier Farms and Chef Shawn Kelly, with its casual, family-friendly feel, Fork and Plough brings a butcher shop, market, and restaurant to the Overbrook neighborhood. Chef Kelly masterminds

an ever-changing roster of locally sourced dishes. $$$, L, D, SBR.1629 E North St. (864)

609-4249, forkandplough.com

Foxcroft Wine Co. Charlotte-based Foxcroft Wine Co. is a lovely wine bar and restaurant decorated with warm woods, a barrel-vaulted ceiling, and racks of bottles. The menu features tasty flatbreads and truffle fries, as well as signature lamb sliders and pan-seared scallops to pair with a generous list of wines by the glass. $-$$, D.

Closed Mon. 631 S Main St. (864) 906-4200, foxcroftwine.com/greenville

GB&D The restaurant’s description itself—Golden Brown & Delicious—tells you all you need to know about this joint. Locally sourced dishes of American favorites—like the killer burger on a house-made brioche bun—star at lunch.

Check out the extended menu at dinner, which features an impressive repertoire of creative dishes. $$-$$$, L, D, SBR. 147 Welborn St, Ste B1. (864) 230-9455, eatgbnd.com

Halls Chophouse The renowned Charleston steakhouse puts down roots along the Reedy River with a selection of wet- or dry-aged steaks (USDA Prime beef flown in from Chicago’s Allen Brothers). Try a Durham Ranch elk loin with root vegetable hash, and don’t miss the lavender French toast at brunch. $$$$, L (Fri– Sat), D, SBR. 550 S Main St. (864) 335-4200, hallschophousegreenville.com

N E W Home Team BBQ Home Team BBQ is the brainchild of Chef Aaron Siegel, who founded it in Charleston in 2006. Choose among pulled pork, chicken, and brisket in incarnations from sliders and sandwiches to tacos and nachos. Enjoy the screened porch with a Game Changer, Home Team’s refreshing frozen mix of two kinds of Caribbean rum, pineapple and orange juices, and cream of coconut. $$. L, D. Closed Mon

& Tues. 815 Laurens Rd. (864) 6867427, hometeambbq.com/location/ greenvillesc

Larkin’s on the River Located between the Peace Center and the Reedy River, Larkin’s balances upscale dining with comfort. Start with the she-crab soup, then select an entrée from the day’s offerings—or opt for an aged filet mignon with mashed potatoes and asparagus. Enjoy the river view on the enclosed outdoor patio and the extensive wine list. $$$-$$$$,

L (Mon–Fri), D (daily), SBR. 318 S Main St. (864) 467-9777, larkinsontheriver.com

Lazy Goat The Lazy Goat’s tapas-style menu is distinctly Mediterranean. Sample from the Graze and Nibble dishes, such as the crispy Brussels sprouts with Manchego shavings

and sherry glacé or the famous fried goat cheese with pistachio dust, pepper, and vanilla honey (above). Try the Duck, Duck Goat flatbread with duck confit, drunken goat cheese, sunny-side-up egg, arugula, caramelized onions, sour cherries, and sour cherry vinaigrette. $$-$$$, L (Fri– Sun), D. 170 River Pl. (864) 679-5299, thelazygoat.com

Northampton Wine + Dine Linger in the relaxed atmosphere of Northampton’s wine bar, where elegant bar bites accompany wines by the glass or bottle. Or, stay for dinner and select from an ever-changing menu, which includes seafood, beef, and wild game.

The outdoor patio is a relaxing location for a meal or a glass of wine. $$-$$$$, L, D. 211-A E Broad St. (864) 271-3919, northamptonwineanddine.com

Oak Hill Café & Farm A former faculty member in Furman University’s environmental science department, Lori Nelsen blazes a new trail in the restaurant world with Chef David Porras. The duo fulfills a long-time dream of creating a healthy, sustainable, and quality dining experience with an on-site farm and culinary research lab. Lovers of food innovation will not want to miss their multicourse tastings. $$-$$$$, D (Wed–

Sat); L, SBR (Fri–Sun). 2510 Poinsett Hwy. oakhillcafe.com

Reid’s Fine Foods Whether it’s a salmon plate, bottle of wine, or a delectable pastry, Reid’s has everything a foodie heart could desire.

Opened in the former Caviar & Bananas space, this Charlotte staple is a one-stop shop for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Grab anything on the menu to go, or settle into the likes of a flat-iron steak with squash & Brussels sprouts hash, chimichurri butter, and a truffle cabernet sauce. B, L, D. $-$$. 1 N Laurens St. (864) 283-0940, reids.com

Restaurant 17 Restaurant 17 blends contemporary European bistro with Blue Ridge bliss. The menu changes seasonally, but expect dishes from Executive Chef Haydn Shaak (formerly of The Cliffs) like the wood-fired octopus with pine nut romesco, baby beets, and Georgia olive oil or the Johnny Cake with country-style prosciutto. $$$-$$$$, D, SBR.

Closed Mon. 10 Road of Vines, Travelers Rest. (864) 516-1254, restaurant17.com

Rick Erwin’s West End Grille This downtown mainstay has been nationally recognized as one of America’s Top Steakhouses by Open Table and holds the rare Best of Award of Excellence by Wine Spectator. Find aged, prime beef and fresh seafood as staples on the menu complemented by Italian offerings and daily seasonal features.

$$-$$$$, D. Closed Sun. 648 S Main St. (864) 232-8999, rickerwins.com

Soby’s Local flavor shines here in entrées like crab cakes with remoulade, sweet corn maque choux, mashed potatoes, and haricot verts. Their selection of 700 wines guarantees the perfect meal complement.

Featuring different weekly selections, the Sunday brunch buffet showcases the chefs’ creativity. $$$-$$$$, D, SBR. 207 S Main St. (864) 232-7007, sobys.com

Tandem Creperie & Coffeehouse Tandem lures Swamp Rabbit cyclists with aromas of Counter Culture Coffee and a happy stomach guarantee. Try The Lumberjack (cornmeal crêpe, ham, bacon, eggs, cheese, bechamel, and maple syrup) or the tasty banana nut crêpe. Stuck between savory and sweet? Split one of each with a friend in the Tandem spirit: “Together is best.” $, B, L, SBR. 2 S Main St, Travelers Rest. (864) 610-2245, tandemcc.com

Topsoil Kitchen + Market If they can grow it, locally source it, or make it in-house, they will. Located in the former Williams Hardware space in Travelers Rest, and just off the Swamp Rabbit Trail, this restaurant and market combo serves up fresh and modern veggie-driven dishes.

Find unique wines and cocktails on the menu, too. $-$$$, D. Closed Mon–Wed. 13

S Main St, Travelers Rest. (864) 517-4617, topsoilrestaurant.com

Urban Wren This newcomer in the historic Markley Station fashions a chic city atmosphere where the food takes its cues from the restaurant’s carefully curated wine selection.

Round up some friends and share a selection of seasonal small plates, such as cauliflower drop dumplings and rye whiskey beef short ribs.

$$$-$$$$. D. Closed Tues. 116 N Markley St. (864) 867-1081, urbanwrenwinery.com

Woodside Bistro Down-home comfort food gets a fresh spin here, where fried cauliflower, wedge salads, pesto chicken sandwiches, and rainbow vegan bowls color the menu.A casual go-to spot, Woodside aims to be a welcoming dining destination for all—whether you’re a vegan or meat lover. And don’t miss the stellar cocktails. $-$$$, L, D. E 5th St. (864) 203-2333, woodsidebistro.com

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BARS & BREWERIES Bar Margaret This craft-cocktail bar takes over the former Village Grind and GB&D space on Pendleton Street with a funky fresh vibe and an eclectic variety of drinks, paired with elevated bar food. Co-owners Sarah Cochran and Chris George shepherd the cocktail program, and while curated creations are their speciality (try the cOlá fashioned), patrons can find approachable brews, wine, and non-alcoholic bevs. $-$$.

L, D. Closed Sun & Mon. 1269 Pendleton St, Greenville. barmarg.com

Carolina Bauernhaus Enjoy the delights of autumn with good friends and good beer at Carolina Bauernhaus. Now open in the new Poe West area, this brewery sports an impressive tap list, as well as wicker picnic tables, hanging chair swings, and a smorgasbord of yard games. Take a load off in their outdoor patio space while sipping your favorite ale. $, L, D. Closed Mon & Tues.

556 Perry Ave. (864) 553-4371, carolinabauernhaus.com

The Community Tap / Tap Trailside Convenience, expertise, and atmosphere collide at The Community Tap. Choose from a wide selection of local, national, and international brews—or have a glass from one of the ever-rotating beer and wine taps. Check out their second location at The Commons and enjoy a glass with food from Automatic Taco, GB&D, or Methodical Coffee. 217 Wade

Hampton Blvd. (864) 631-2525; Tap Trailside at The Commons, 147 Welborn St. thecommunitytap.com NEW

Double Stamp Brewery Missing the ’90s? Head over to this new brewery, next door to Home Team BBQ in Holland Park. Inside, a vivid mural by local artist Lacey Hennessey depicts pop images from ’90s -era film, TV, music, and sports, while approachable brews such as Show Me the Money Pilsner and Wasssup!

Farmhouse Ale fill the taps. Weather permitting, the rooftop patio is the place to be. $. L, D. Closed Mon. 819 Laurens Rd. facebook.com/doublestampbrewery

Eighth State Brewing Call them untraditional, but Cameron Owen and Adam Cribbs let their brewing skills go wild in the former Claussen Bakery space, in taps filled with off-beat libations such as Blue Skies (sour ale fruited with blueberries and passionfruit) and Abiogenesis (Imperial stout with Tahitian vanilla and banana). Also on the menu are smoothie-style hard seltzers infused with creative combinations of exotic ingredients (Morello cherry, raspberry, and lemon, anyone?). Savory accompaniments run the gamut from seasonal salads to stecca sammies. $-$$, L, D. Closed Mon–Wed.

400 Augusta St, Ste 140. (864) 609-4590, eighthstatebrewing.com

N E W EXILE There’s a new bar in town, with nary a television or wing in sight. If you’re craving an expertly crafted cocktail (or a local beer) in a space with style, this will become your go-to spot. Ideal for a predinner stop, an after-work drink, or for a nightcap. Closed Sun–Tues. 9 Anderson

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Fireforge Craft Beer Fireforge brings a boozy twist to the phrase “small but mighty.” The smallbatch craft brewery made a home for itself in downtown Greenville in late June 2018, and founders Brian and Nicole Cendrowski are on a mission to push the boundaries of beer. We recommend The Fixer Smoked Baltic Porter—a smooth lager with a hint of cherrywood-smoked malt. 311 E Washington St. (864) 735-0885,

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N E W Juniper Hop on the outdoor elevator at Camperdown Plaza to reach Juniper, the rooftop lounge atop the new AC Hotel.

Expansive views abound, whether you’re sipping cocktails on the “lawn” at the Secret Garden, sharing modern American dishes in the plant-bedecked Greenhouse, or noshing on stone-fired pizza at Fire Box. True to its name, Juniper rolls out a bar program highlighting gin-based libations— complete with a gin trolley for tableside pours. $$-$$$. D. Closed Sun. 315 S Main

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N E W Pangaea Brewing Community, quality, and sustainability are at the core of Pangaea Brewing, which sits just off the Prisma Swamp Rabbit Trail, surrounded by what is soon to be Unity Park. Named for the supercontinent that broke apart 175 million years ago to create the continents we know today, Pangaea borrows inspiration and techniques from around the globe to bring you brews that roam from Thai-inspired wheat beer to citrus gose and Kveil pale ale.

$. L, D. Closed Mon. 115 Wellborn St. pangaeabrewing.com

Quest Brewing Co. Eco-minded Quest satisfies your beer cravings and environmental enthusiasm in a single sip. Grab a pint of QBC’s signature West Coast–style Ellida IPA, packing a punch of flavor, or venture to the dark side with the Kaldi imperial coffee stout (crafted with locally roasted beans). Stop by for an afternoon tour, then follow up with an evening full of food truck fare and live music. Wed–Sat. 55 Airview Dr, Greenville.

(864) 272-6232, questbrewing.com

Swordfish Cocktail Club The term cocktail club calls to mind a time in history when pre- (and post-) dinner drinks were not only expected but revered among friends for an evening of fun. Swordfish resurrects this perspective in downtown Greenville, with a classic collection of handcrafted cocktails and small plates that are as stunning as they are delectable. $$, D. 220 E Coffee St. Wed–Sat, 5pm–12am. (864) 434-9519, swordfishcocktails.com

Tasting Room TR Wind down on the weekend at this combination gourmet wine shop, beer tap, and sampling space. With nearly 200 wines and 150 craft beers for sale, there’s something to satisfy every palate. Not sure what vino revs your engine? Taste-test a few by the glass and pick up a favorite. Enjoy cheese and charcuterie while you sip. $$, L (Sat–Sun), D (Wed–Sat), Closed Mon– Tues. 164 S Main St, Ste C, Travelers Rest.

(864) 610-2020, tastingroomtr.com

Taxi House Wines The bright yellow sliver of a building in the Village’s plaza was once the neighborhood taxi stand, hence this curated shop’s moniker, Taxi House Wines. Now, in collaboration with The Anchorage, the vino destination offers more than 80 unique wine selections, chosen from small, familyowned wineries that focus on sustainability.

Closed Sun & Mon. 586 Perry Ave. Tues–Sat, noon–8pm. (864) 207-0685, taxihousewines.com

The Whale Originating in Asheville, this craft joint comes to South Main with a plethora of whale brews—rare and sought-after beers like the exclusive Spreadsheets and Deadlines hazy IPA, brewed just up the mountain in North Carolina. Having a hard time choosing? Knowledgeable staff are on hand to help you find the beer just for you.

1108 S Main St, Ste #116. (864) 263-7529, thewhalegvl.com

CAFÉS Bridge City Coffee A coffee shop with a mission, Bridge City’s philosophy is all in the name. The local roaster seeks to uphold community values by partnering with area organizations to offer employment opportunities for underresourced teens and adults. The fresh space presents a variety of drinks crafted with in-house roasted beans.

Getting hangry? A selection of treats is also available. $-$$. B, L. Closed Sun. 1520 Wade Hampton Blvd. bridgecity.coffee

Coffee Underground Coffee Underground boasts a wide selection of specialty coffees and dreamy desserts like the peanut butter pie with graham cracker crust and a peanut butter and vanilla mousse. If you’re craving more substantial fare, choose from a splendid breakfast-anytime option, sandwiches, soups, salads, and more. $-$$, B, L, D, SBR. 1 E Coffee St. (864) 2980494, coffeeunderground.info

Cohesive Coffee Take a seat and sip on a drinkable work of art at Cohesive Coffee at The Junction.

Choose from a varied mix of coffee and tea creations to enjoy while working and studying—or book the shop as a unique venue for your next event. From a new coffee drinker to a coffee connoisseur, there’s a little something for everyone. $, B,

L, D. Closed Sunday. 301 Airport Rd Unit 1.

(864) 202-6538, cohesivecoffee.com

Due South Coffee Roasters Birds Fly South Ale Project no longer has a monopoly on cold brews now that Due South has set up shop in Hampton Station. The coffee shop sports a café vibe, with baked goodies like Swamp Fox Doughnuts complementing espresso drinks and cold brew nitro (infused with nitrogen). Beans, sourced from around the globe, are roasted on-site. $, B, L. 1320

Hampton Ave Ext, 4B. (864) 283-6680, duesouthcoffee.com

Grateful Brew A brew joint where you can enjoy both the non-alcoholic and alcoholic varieties, Grateful Brew provides guests with made-to-order Counter Culture espressos, pour-overs, and locally crafted beer. Enjoy food trucks most nights, or bring your own grub. The Brew welcomes every

member of the family, even those of the four-legged sort. $, B, L, D. Closed Sunday.

501 S Pleasantburg Dr. (864) 558-0767, gratefulbrewgvl.com

Kuka Juice Created by nutrition mavens Abigail Mitchell and Samantha Shaw, Kuka doles out coldpressed craft with health-minded passion.

Grab the ginger binger juice, or dig into a made-to-order bowl. Paninis, soups, toasts, smoothies, and more are also available. $, B,

You can’t get anything past Matt.

L. 580 Perry Ave, Greenville. (864) 905-1214, kukajuice.com

Methodical Coffee Whether it’s the white marble countertops or the gleaming Slayer espresso machine, Methodical is a coffee bar built for taste.

Coffee guru Will Shurtz, designer Marco Suarez, and hotelier David Baker ensure there’s plenty of substance to go with style.

With single-origin espressos, wine varieties, and now a café menu, it’s all worth the rave. $-$$, B, L. 101 N Main St, Ste D; 207 Wade Hampton Blvd; 147 Welborn St. methodicalcoffee.com

Mountain Goat Greenville A destination for brews and bikes, Mountain Goat proudly serves Methodical Coffee, along with more than 40 types of beer and wine. The sleek, industrial space provides a friendly atmosphere to sip on your beverage of choice, but be sure to check the food truck schedule.

Plus, every purchase helps provide tutoring, mentoring, and job opportunities for at-risk youth in the community. $-$$. B, L, Closed Sunday. 120 Shaw St. mountaingoatgvl.com

O-CHA Tea Bar A trip to O-CHA will have you considering tea in an entirely new light. This sleek space, located right on the river in Falls Park, specializes in bubble tea—flavored teas with chewy tapioca pearls. For a more intense cooling experience, try the mochi ice cream.

The dessert combines the chewy Japanese confection (a soft, pounded sticky rice cake) with ice cream fillings in fun flavors: tiramisu, green tea chocolate, mango, and more. $, B, L, D. 300 River St, Ste 122. (864) 283-6702, ochateabaronline.com

Old Europe Located in the West End, Old Europe satisfies your sweet tooth with dozens of decadent pastries and desserts. Éclairs and cookies pair well with an extensive coffee selection, while savory breakfast items are always on hand. Sink into a slice of opera cake, paired with a glass of Champagne.

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$, B, L, D. 716 S Main St. Sun–Thurs, 8am– 9pm, Fri–Sat, 8am–11pm. (864) 775-0210, oldeuropedesserts.com

The Spatula Café It can be challenging to find a lunch spot that satisfies both meat-lovers and vegans, but Spatula Café does, and then some.

Open for breakfast and lunch, seven days a week, Spatula offers dishes like a tofu scramble wrap alongside a prosciutto bagel, and duck alongside marinated tempeh. Don’t just focus on the meals, though, because their baked goods truly shine. Check out the vegan cinnamon roll, delectable to any type of eater. $, B, L. 118 Smythe St, Greenville. (864) 236-7467, thespatulacafe.com

Southern Pressed Juicery A healthy-eaters haven, Southern Pressed Juicery offers super-food fans organic

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Juicery offers super-food fans organic smoothies, bowls, juices, and more. Try a power-packed energy bowl like the dragon blood, a hot-pink concoction of dragon fruit, almond milk, banana, layered with buckwheat granola, raw honey, coconut chips, kiwi, and bee pollen. $-$$,

in Greenville, Asia Pacific also doubles as a restaurant with a host of authentic cuisine. The menu is pages long, with a multitude of soups, noodles, and combinations. If you’re planning a visit, be sure your stomach is as big as your eyes. $-$$, L, D, Mon–Sun 10am–9pm.

Sun Belly Café Week by week, the full plant-based menu at this westside spot changes to accommodate seasonal dishes and fresh, wholesome ingredients. The wild mushroom pho is all the rage, but if you’re on the go, pick up a tasty $6 vegan salad.

Options for meal prep and family-sized lasagnas mean healthy cooking is always on the table. $-$$, B, L. Closed Sunday.

Mekong Taste the nuances of fine Vietnamese cuisine at Mekong. Favorites include the grilled pork vermicelli: marinated pork, lettuce, cucumber, bean sprouts, mint, cilantro, peanuts, and crispy shallots, and the spring and summer rolls. Also try the Vietnamese crêpes or the pho, which is flavored with fresh herbs from the restaurant’s home-grown herb garden. $, L, D. Closed Mon. 2013

B, L. 2 W Washington St. (864) 729-8626, southernpressedjuicery.com

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Swamp Rabbit Café & Grocery Grocery store, neighborhood café.

Local produce, delicious food. These intersections are what make the Swamp Rabbit Café a staple. But new to the operation is wood-fired pizza. Sourcing every ingredient from area vendors, the ever-changing toppings feature local cheeses and fresh-from-the-farm produce.

Beer taps flow with excellent local suds.

$, B, L, D. 205 Cedar Lane Rd. (864) 2553385, swamprabbitcafe.com

The Village Grind Tucked between art galleries and eclectic shops in the heart of Pendleton Street, The Village Grind is a cheerful, light-filled space for java lovers. Emphasizing community, the coffeehouse brews up beans by a variety of local roasters and serves flaky treats. $, B, L.

1258 Pendleton St. (864) 915-8600

Two Chefs Catering & Café Count on this deli for fast, high-quality food, from homemade soups to a traditional grinder and a turkey melt.

Grab “crafted carryout” entrées and sides, or impress last-minute guests with roasted turkey and Parmesan potatoes.

Choose from the menu, or check back for daily specials. $-$$, B, L, D. Closed Sun. 644 N Main St, Ste 107. (864) 370-9336, twochefscafeandmarket.com

Upcountry Provisions Serving up gourmet sandwiches on freshmade bread, Upcountry Provisions is well worth a trip to Travelers Rest for breakfast or an extended lunch break. Snack on the shop’s daily crafted cookies, scones, and muffins, or bite into a devil dog BLT with hormone-free meat on just-baked white focaccia. $, B, L, D. Closed Sundays. 6809 State Park Rd, Travelers Rest. (864) 8348433, upcountryprovisions.com

ETHNIC Asada Asada, a brick-and-mortar taqueria on Wade Hampton Boulevard, serves traditional Mission-style fare. Grab a bite of flavor with the grilled sweet potatoes & leeks sopes, a savory vegan dish served on scratch-made sopes topped with homemade charred red peppers and guajillo romesco salsa, and queso fresco for the dairy-inclined. $-$$, L, D. Closed

Sun & Mon. 903 Wade Hampton Blvd.

(864) 770-3450, asadarestaurant.com

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N E W Parsley & Mint Mediterranean favorites like savory hummus and crispy falafel feature prominently at this eatery, which recently launched a full-service dinner experience at its downtown location. Tangy tzatziki pairs perfectly with mouthwatering citrus chicken and tender lamb kofta, while omemade dressings elevate herbed flavor profiles to new heights. $, L, D. 600 S

Main St, Unit 101. (864) 412-8199; 5052 Old Buncombe Rd, Ste F. (864) 203-2016, parsleyandmint.com

Pita House The Pita House has been family-operated since 1989. Inside, it’s bare bones, but the cognoscenti come here for tasty Middle Eastern fare such as hummus, falafel, kibbeh, and shwarma. And save room for baklava and other Mediterranean sweets for dessert. Also, check out the grocery in the back of the restaurant for some homemade inspiration. $, L, D. Closed Sun. 495 S Pleasantburg Dr, #B. (864) 271-9895, pitahousesc.com

Sacha’s Café Bright walls and a long, inviting bar make a sunny backdrop in which to chow down on authentic Colombian food, like arepas and patacones, at Sacha’s. Hungry groups can order the fiesta platter, a sampler that serves six people. To drink, try one of the natural fruit juices, or the imported cervezas. $, L, D. 1001 N Pleasantburg Dr.

(864) 232-3232, sachascafe.com

Sushi Go Sushi Go opened across from the Hyatt in 2010, and owner and chef Max Godo of Saitama, Japan, has earned a reputation for the freshest sushi. The restaurant offers authentic Japanese cuisine along with westernized versions of favorite dishes, like the Hot Tonight roll with spicy salmon and jalapeño cream cheese with deepfried spicy tuna on top. The menu also includes a lengthy list of nigiri, traditional rolls, teriyaki, sashimi, udon noodles, and more. $$-$$$$, L, D. Closed Mon. 247 N Main St. (864) 631-1145. sushigousa.com

Swad Tucked off of Laurens Road, this venerable family-run Indian restaurant hones in on vegetarian cuisine. South Indian specialties such as idli (steamed rice cakes) and dosas (thin rice crepes) served with sambar (lentil stew) delight regulars, while those biding

come with basmati rice or naan. $, L, D. 1421 Laurens Rd. (864) 233-2089

TruBroth TruBroth takes healing arts and blends them seamlessly into deliciously crafted meals. Appease your curiosity with a visit to this Travelers Rest gem, which offers a varied mix of Vietnamese staples, healthhappy bites, and coffee. $$, L, D. 36A S Main St, Travelers Rest. Sun–Thurs. (864) 610-0513, trubrothcoffee.com

EUROPEAN Bake Room Located at The Commons, naturally leavened breads and handmade pastries are baked in Wade Taylor’s German deck oven and Swedish rack oven, and are the perfect complement to a coffee from Methodical, strategically placed right next door. $, B, L. 147 Welborn St, Greenville.

Wed–Sun, 8am–3pm. @sc_bakeroom

Jianna With stellar views of Main Street from its wrap-around terrace, this modern Italian osteria offers patrons daily house-made pastas, the region’s freshest seasonal ingredients, and, of course, oysters—all led by famed chef Michael Kramer. Grab a cocktail or a glass of wine, and nosh on pasta dishes like potato gnocchi, radiatori, or tonnarelli. $$-$$$, L (Sat–

Sun), D. 207 S Main St. (864) 720-2200, jiannagreenville.com

Limoncello This latest Larkin’s spot serves up Italian cuisine on the corner of River and Broad streets. The menu ranges from pesto pizzas to chicken marsala to classics like spaghetti and meatballs—but the real winner is an all-Italian wine list. Cap off your meal with the housemade limoncello gelato.

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$$-$$$, L, D. 401 River St. (864) 263-7000, limoncellogvl.com

Luna Rosa The Luna Rosa family celebrates the concept that community starts in the kitchen, and they welcome you into theirs for a meal. From cool gelato options— think exotic mango or piña colada—or a warm Monte Cristo. There’s plenty of flavor to fulfill your cravings. $-$$, L, D. Closed Monday. 123 S Main St. (864) 241-4040, lunarosagelato.com

Paloma The wraparound bar of this restaurant in the chic AC Hotel takes center stage in the stunning space, where glass walls open onto a small covered patio. Charcuterie and cheese boards and Spanish-inspired small plates by Chef Fernando Coppola complement house cocktails such as The Dove (above), with Maestro Dobel Humito tequila, peach habañero syrup, and Q grapefruit soda. $$-$$$. D. 315 S Main St. (864) 720-2950, palomagvl.com

Ristorante Bergamo Open since 1986, Ristorante Bergamo focuses on fresh produce and Northern

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VILLAGE KITCHEN Nestled in the front section of the Hartness community on Greenville’s Eastside, Village Kitchen is a fast-casual spot with communal tables and a convivial atmosphere from morning to night. Chef Tanner Marino uses produce from the community’s garden, plus ingredients from local farms to craft tasty flatbreads, sandwiches, and fresh salads for lunch.

In the evening, entrées like salmon and a half-chicken with vegetables are roasted in the restaurant’s centerpiece pizza oven, and can be accompanied by beer, wine, and canned cocktails. $$-$$$. B, L, D, SBR. Closed Mon & Tues. 2000 Society St, Ste 100. (864) 686-7900,

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Italian cuisine: fresh mussels sautéed in olive oil, garlic, and white wine, veal with homegrown organic herbs, and pasta creations such as linguine with shrimp and mussels. The bar fronts 14-foot windows along Main Street, making it a prime location for enjoying a glass while people-watching. $$$, D. Closed Sun & Mon. 100 N Main St. (864) 271-8667, ristorantebergamo.com

Stella’s Southern Brasserie Boasting French flair and fare, this sister to Stella’s Southern Bistro is the second of Jason and Julia Scholz’s eateries.

Stationed in Hollingsworth Park, French staples like blue-black mussel shells with smoked tomato broth, Marsala-spiked onion soup gratinée, and roasted game hen are served up daily in a lively, chic environment. $$-$$$. B, L, D, SBR. 340

Rocky Slope Rd, Ste 100. (864) 626-6900, stellasbrasserie.com N E W Spaghetti Westurn Jason Saunders, formerly of Jianna, and his wife, Adrienne Saunders, opened this “semolina saloon” in 2021. The restaurant offers scratch-made pasta in a laid-back setting straight out of an old Western movie. Best bets are Do You Even Gnocchi? with gnocchi, brisket, tomato, oregano, and Parmesan, or the White Lightning, with tagliatelle, mozzarella, crispy bits, artichokes, cream, and grated cheese. $-$$, D. Closed Sun–Tues. 2728

Wade Hampton Blvd. (864) 243-8277, spaghettiwesturngvl.com

PIZZA Coastal Crust These ultra-popular Neapolitan-style pies

are baked in a wood-fired brick oven and topped with local produce from Reedy River Farms. Check out the aptly-named West Village pie, a classic pepperoni pizza punched up with burrata, caramelized onions, sautéed peppers, and sausage. $$, L, D. 1254 Pendleton St. (843) 654-9606, coastalcrustgreenville.com

D’Allesandro’s Pizza Hailing from Charleston, D’Allesandro’s brings dough heaven to Greenville.

The D’Allesandro brothers’ philosophy is simple—if the pizza is good and the beer is cold, people will come. The shop pushes out pies in the North Main area, where guests can enjoy savory pizzas, calzones, and signature CalJoes. $$, L, D. 17 Mohawk Dr, Greenville. (864) 252-4700, dalspizzagvl.com

Sidewall Pizza Company This pizza joint is a fast favorite with its handcrafted, brick-oven pies made from local ingredients. But their salads are nothing to ignore, not to mention dessert: the homemade ice cream will make you forget about those fellas named Ben & Jerry. $$, L, D. Closed Sun & Mon. 35 S

Main St, Travelers Rest, (864) 610-0527; 99 Cleveland St, (864) 558-0235; 3598 Pelham Rd, (864) 991-8748, sidewallpizza.com

World Piece From the owners of downtown’s beloved Coffee Underground, World Piece brings Chicago-style pizza to Stone Avenue.

Offering a line-up of draft beers and menu features like buffalo chicken wings, salads, burgers, french fries, and, of course, savory pies, this pizza joint ensures there’s something for everyone. $-$$. L, D. 109 W Stone Ave, Ste A1. (864) 568-5221, worldpiecemenu.com

TA C O S Automatic Taco Since 2015, Nick Thomas has delivered new wonders and old favorites from his food truck, treating the tortilla as a work of art. From its new brick-and-mortar spot in The Commons, Auto continues to serve up creative takes on tacos, with standout chips and guacamole, salsa, sides, and cocktails. $-$$, L, D. 147 Welborn St. (404) 372-2266, automatictaco.com

Farmhouse Tacos This TR taco joint is the love child of Mexican cuisine and Southern soul food. Start the meal with a few small plates—try the fried green tomatoes or the pan-seared crab cakes—then dig into pure taco bliss with the Travelers Rest hot chicken. Go a little lighter with a farm-fresh salad, and end with the campfire s’mores. $-$$, L, D, SBR. 164 S Main St, Travelers Rest. (864) 610-0586, farmhousetacos.com

Papi’s Tacos Jorge “Papi” Baralles brings family tradition and the familiar childhood flavors of Cuautla, Mexico, to this walk-up taqueria on the Reedy River.

Get your tacos with shrimp, barbacoa, al pastor, carne asada, carnitas, or chicken and chorizo, then sample some gelato. $, L, D. 300 River St. (864) 373-

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Tipsy Taco With six locations in the Upstate (including one in Clemson), Tipsy Taco’s got you covered when that

Tex-Mex craving hits. Round up some friends and order up a south-of-the-border feast, from chips and scratch-made salsa to churros, with all the classics in-between.

The bar features an impressive list of blanco, reposado, and anejo tequilas—not to mention a selection of mezcal, tequila’s smoky cousin. $$, L, D. 215 Pelham Rd. (864) 603-1144, tipsytaco.net

White Duck Taco Shop White Duck sets up shop at Hampton Station in the Water Tower District next to Birds Fly South Ale Project. Try the Bangkok shrimp taco or the mushroom potato with romesco, and pair with their fresh peach sangria or an ale from Birds Fly South’s rotation. $-$$, L, D. Closed Sun & Mon. 1320 Hampton Ave Ext, Ste 12B. whiteducktacoshop.com

Willy Taco Much like its Spartanburg-based sister, Greenville’s Willy Taco is a straight-up Mexican fiesta. Housed in the former Feed & Seed, the atmosphere pairs perfectly with its festive food presentation. Choose from a variety of taco flavors; we suggest the mother clucker—topped off with a margarita. $-$$, L, D. Closed Mon. 217 Laurens Rd. (864) 412-8700, willytaco.com

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THE WOLVES Sarah DeLappe’s award-winning play, which premiered Off-Broadway in 2016, takes an intimate look at the complexities faced by teenage girls growing up in present-day America.

Set within the pre-game rituals of a girls’ soccer team, the play reveals the tumultuous inner-team drama that evolves as the teens struggle to take control of their own narratives and deal with the pressures put on them by their coaches, peers, and society.

Warehouse Theatre, 37 Augusta St, Greenville. Weds–Sat, 8pm; Sun, May 1, 3pm. General admission, $35; reserved seating, $40. (864) 235-6948, warehousetheatre.com

PIEDMONT NATURAL GAS DOWNTOWN ALIVE Get an early start on your weekend every Thursday at NOMA Square.

May’s music kicks off with the progressive bluegrass sound of Wilder Things Than Us on the 5th and winds up the month on the 26th with The Bad Popes. The weeks in-between will feature singer/songwriter Nathan Angelo and Adam Knight’s Buried Alive (a Phish tribute).

NOMA Square, 220 N Main St, Greenville. Thurs, 5:30–8:30pm. Free. events.greenvillesc.gov

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GREENVILLE DRIVE It’s that time of year again. Spring ushers in one of America’s favorite pastimes: going to a baseball game.

Pack up the family, buy your peanuts and popcorn, and root, root, root for the home team at Fluor Field, as the Drive takes on the Rome Braves (May 3–8) and the Hickory Crawdads (May 17–22) in two six-game series.

Fluor Field in the West End, 945 S Main St, Greenville. Tues–Sat, 7:05pm (May 3 at 2:05pm); Sun, 3:05pm. Tickets start at $9.

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LADY HILL WINE DINNER AT STELLA’S BRASSERIE Expect a delicious evening when Chef Anthony Gray pairs local ingredients with lush wines by Lady Hill Winery from the Willamette Valley of Oregon. Winery proprietor Jerry Owen will be the evening’s special guest, highlighting the wines

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Tues, 7:30pm. $55-$125. (864) 467-3000, peacecenter.org

Stella’s Southern Brasserie, 340 Rocky Slope Rd, Suite 100, Greenville. Tues, 6:30pm. $85 (not including tax & gratuity).

(864) 626-6900, stellasbrasserie.com

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he and his family grow on the 1,500 acres his family has farmed since the 1850s. Lady Hill’s handson winemaking results in unique Northwest expressions of classic European varietials.

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TORI AMOS: OCEAN TO OCEAN TOUR Creating tremors throughout the music world with her debut solo album, Little Earthquakes, in 1992, singer/songwriter Tori Amos taught herself to play piano at the tender age of two, and by age three she was composing her own songs. Her most recent studio album, Ocean to Ocean (2021), translates her personal trauma during the Covid-19 lockdown into a universal experience that explores the theme of renewal.

Peace Center, 300 S Main St, Greenville.

Thurs, 7:30pm. $45-$75. (864) 467-3000, peacecenter.org

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Outdoor stages will host live music and dance performances, while the Kidsphere area fosters creativity in young aspiring artists.

Walter Y. Elisha Park, 345 N. White St, Fort Mill. Fri, 5–11pm; Sat, 10am–10pm.

Free admission. scstrawberryfestival.com

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GREENVILLE HERITAGE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION MAIN STREET FRIDAYS Follow the music on Friday nights to NOMA Square, where the first Friday in May rocks with Top 40 tunes by The Herringbones Band. Get up and dance as the spirit moves you or stake out a seat (feel free to bring a tailgating chair) on the square to sit and listen. At month’s end, the series

S Main St, Greenville. Fri, noon–8pm; Sat, 10am–8pm; Sun, 11am–6pm. Free. artisphere.org

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SOUTH CAROLINA STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL What would spring be without strawberries? Celebrate them at this tasty festival, where a week of strawberry-themed happenings (think: a strawberry brunch and a strawberry baby photo contest) leads up to the main event on May 6 and 7. Two days of festivities, including live bands and DJs, food trucks, ice-cream- and

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celebrates the Scottish Games with the Celtic rock sound of Cleghorn & the Eric Weiler Group (May 27).

NOMA Square, 220 N Main St, Greenville.

Fri, 5:30–9:30pm. Free. (864) 232-2273, greenvillesc.gov/1322/Greenville-HeritageMain-Street-Fridays

noshing on food truck fare, and stocking up on farm-fresh produce, free-range eggs, meats, and other items, treat yourself to fresh flowers and plan your summer garden from the bouquet of plant starters such as peppers, tomatoes, and herbs.

Trailblazer Park, 235 Trailblazer Dr, Travelers Rest. Sat, 8:30am–noon. (864) 610-0965, travelersrestfarmersmarket.com

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May 6–27

SOUND OF MUSIC It’s more than the hills that will come alive with the sound of music when the Von Trapp family’s seven singing children light up the stage next to their beloved governess, Maria.

This treasured musical, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s final work, is a tale filled with joy and laughter that’s bound to become one of your family’s favorite things.

South Carolina Children’s Theatre, 153 Augusta St, Greenville. Thurs, 7pm; Fri, 2pm & 7pm; Sat, 2pm. $22. (864) 235-2885, scchildrenstheatre.org

May 7–Sept 17

TR FARMERS MARKET Not only does this first market on May 7 open the summer season, it’s also the day of the spring plant sale.

While you’re listening to live music,

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TD SATURDAY MARKET If you’ve been craving tender baby carrots and turnips, lettuces and greens, fresh herbs, sweet strawberries, and other spring delights, get down to Main Street early on Saturday morning to get the best pick. Seeing all that fresh fare and chatting with the farmers may even convince you to eat more vegetables—but, if not, there’s plenty of pasture-raised meat and fish fresh from the coast on hand.

Main St at McBee Ave, Greenville.

Sat, 8am–noon. (864) 467-4494, saturdaymarketlive.com

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REEDY RIVER DUCK DERBY No, your eyes aren’t deceiving you: those are thousands of bright yellow rubber duckies floating down the

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Town Scene Reedy River. This year, you can be front and center cheering for your own ducky favorites, as the Duck Derby returns to normal. Help the Rotary Club of the Reedy River Greenville support area nonprofits by “adopting” some ducks to enter in the race. The grand prize is a year of free groceries from Publix.

advance; two-day pass (Fri–Sat), $115 in advance; single-day pass, $50-$70.

(864) 416-4515, albinoskunk.com

Falls Park on the Reedy, 610 S Main St, Greenville. Sat, 10am–4pm; duck race starts at 2:30pm. One duck, $10; five ducks, $30. duckrace.com/greenville

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GREEK FESTIVAL Opa! Greenville’s beloved Greek Festival returns for its 36th anniversary with both drive-thru and limited on-site dining. Stand-up tables outside provide pandemicsafe places to savor the best gyros, spanakopita, and keftedes in town while you enjoy live music and watch traditional Greek dance groups perform. And don’t forget to pick up a delectable assortment of Greek pastries for dessert.

Saint George Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 406 N Academy St, Greenville. Fri & Sat, 11am–8pm; Sun, 11am–5pm.

(864) 233-8531, greekforaday.com

Photograph by Brittany Hildreth

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ALBINO SPRINGSKUNK MUSIC FESTIVAL The three-day acoustic music festival, complete with on-site campgrounds, is a spring highlight for folk, roots, and bluegrass music lovers. Plan to camp out and make a weekend of it: food vendors offer selections from boiled peanuts to barbecue and burritos, craft artisans provide shopping diversions, and the 16 bands range from ballads by The Chatham Rabbits and the string band sounds of The Resonant Rogues to the country stylings of Miko Marks and the Resurrectors.

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Centre Stage, 501 River St, Greenville.

Thurs–Sat, 8pm; Sun, 3pm. $33.50-$38.50.

(864) 233-6722, centrestage.org

Belton City Square, 100 N Main St, Belton.

Sat, 10am–5pm. Free admission. Tasting tickets: $5 for 3 tastes; $15 for unlimited tastes. (864) 940-3111, scchilicookoff.com

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(864) 203-0565, greenvilletriumph.com

861 SE Main St, Simpsonville. Mon–Fri, 4pm–11pm; Sat, 11am–midnight; Sun, 12:30–10pm. General admission, $7 (free for children 10 and under). (864) 296-6601, fairatheritagepark.com

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GREENVILLE TRIUMPH Itching to catch the United Soccer League (USL) action at Legacy Early College this month? There’s one chance to do so, as the Greenville Triumph only play one game on their home field in May. Snag your tickets and get your kicks watching the Triumph challenge the Forward Madison FC from Madison, Wisconsin.

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THE FAIR AT HERITAGE PARK Funnel cakes, pig races, carnival rides: if this sounds like your idea of oldfashioned fun, round up the family and head for the Fair at Heritage Park.

Be sure to catch the magic shows and the hilarious antics of the stars of Sea Lion Splash. Save a few bucks by purchasing an unlimited ride pass so you and the kids can ride all day.

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THE COLOR PURPLE Based on Alice Walker’s Pulitzer Prizewinning novel and Steven Spielberg’s Oscar-nominated film, The Color Purple brings the emotional family chronicle to Centre Stage. The story follows Celie from her teenage years in the early 1900s, through several decades as she endures separation from her beloved sister and abuse at the hands of her father and her husband. Spoiler alert: joy prevails in the end, as Celie is reunited with her two children and her sister.

SOUTH CAROLINA CHILI COOK-OFF CHAMPIONSHIP Chili cooks unite at this favorite annual event in Belton. Live entertainment, craft vendors, special exhibits, and activities for the kids complement the main event: the chili tasting.

Contenders—both amateurs and professionals—start perfecting your recipes now; the winner of this cookoff goes on to represent South Carolina in the International Chili Society’s World Finals. Proceeds benefit four local nonprofit organizations.

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LA FIESTA Sponsored by the Hispanic Alliance, this vibrant evening of music and dance celebrates the Latin cultures in the Upstate. After enjoying a special menu for the evening, prepared by Chef Alex Castro from Larkin’s, you can dance to the tunes of the Marcel Portilla Band, who will be performing on the TD Stage. Artist Jared Emerson will also be on hand to create a painting with a special theme.

Wyche Pavilion, behind the Peace Center in downtown Greenville. Fri, 6:30pm. $175.

(864) 250-8969, hispanicalliancesc.com

May 24–29

MEAN GIRLS If your high school’s social structure revolved around the cool kids vs the uncool—and whose didn’t?—this Broadway musical is bound to ring a bell. A wicked sense of humor pervades the story of Cady Heron, who moved with her family from the African savanna to the Illinois suburbs to face fiercer foes, in the form of a clique of mean girls, than any she might have faced in the wilds of Africa.

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SOUTHERN CONFERENCE BASEBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Presented by Holston Gases, this sixday NCAA tournament determines the conference champion of the Division I Southern Conference in college baseball. Don’t miss the chance to see the best baseball teams in the Southern Conference vie for the league title—and a bid to the 2022 NCAA Division I Baseball Tournament—at Fluor Field.

Fluor Field at the West End, 945 S Main St, Greenville. Tues–Thurs, 3:30pm; Fri–Sun, noon. General admission, $10.

(864) 240-4528, soconsports.com

May 26–July 31

UPSTATE SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL After missing two seasons due to the pandemic, the Upstate Shakespeare Festival returns this summer for their 26th season of bringing the best of the Bard to Greenville. The

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Tues–Thurs, 7:30pm; Fri, 8pm; Sat, 2pm & 8pm; Sun, 1pm & 6:30pm. Tickets start at $39. (864) 467-3000, peacecenter.org

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6pm with the Great Scot! Parade in downtown Greenville and move to the grounds of Furman University on Saturday for bagpipe and drum competitions, Scottish games (caber toss, anyone?) border collie herding demonstrations, a British classic car show, and Celtic music.

Gallabrae—The Greenville Scottish Games | May 27–28

Parade, downtown Greenville. Fri, 6pm. Free.

Scottish Games, Furman University, 3300 Poinsett Hwy, Greenville. Sat, gates open at 8:30am. Adults, $20 in advance; $25, at the gate; children (5–12), $10. gallabrae.com

first performance, Much Ado About Nothing (through June 19) contains romance and trickery galore, as young lovers Hero and Claudio plot to get their friends Benedick and Beatrice to admit their love for each other.

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Falls Park on the Reedy, downtown Greenville. Thurs–Sun, 7pm. Free.

(864) 235-6948, warehousetheatre.com/ shows/upstate-shakespeare-festival

May 27–28

GALLABRAE— THE GREENVILLE SCOTTISH GAMES Don your clan tartan and fire up your Celtic spirit on Memorial Day weekend for two days of Scottish-themed fun.

The festivities begin on Friday at

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SPOLETO, CHARLESTON Founded in 1977 by Pulitzer Prizewinning composer Gian Carlo Menotti as an American counterpart to the annual Festival of Two Worlds in Spoleto, Italy, Charleston’s version of Spoleto fills the city’s historic theaters, churches, and outdoor spaces with 17 days of performances.

Take your pick among opera, theater, dance, and musical genres from symphony to jazz.

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William Eggleston: Photographs from the Laura and Jay Crouse Collection are on display at the Gibbes Museum of Art through October 9. In conjunction with the exhibit, Gibbes is offering a photo-friendly walking tour on May 9, showcasing Charleston’s historic district and its many locations that practically beg to be captured with a phone or a camera. Also on May 9, the museum is hosting a virtual discussion from Mark Long, co-curator of the 2018 Halsey Institute at the College of Charleston exhibit Southbound: Photographs of and about the New South, who will discuss contemporary photography.—Leigh Savage

William Eggleston: Photographs from the Laura and Jay Crouse Collection. Thru October 9, 2022. Gibbes Museum of Art, Galleries 2 & 3, 135 Meeting St, Charleston. (843) 722-2706, gibbesmuseum.org

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