2016 Pickens Azalea Festival

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SPONSORS

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[ GENERAL INFORMATION ]

SATURDAY SHUTTLES

Hagood Mill (FREE ADMISSION)

11AM- 4PM Pick up/drop off: Ann St/Main St

Parking Shuttle (FREE) Produced by

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11AM – 7PM Additional parking: Pickens High School (Hwy 178) north of Pickens.

Pick up/drop off: Ann St/Main St & Pickens High School

Shuttles provided by Grace Methodist Church & Bowers Transportation

RESTROOMS

• Amusement area of Legacy Square • Behind the main stage on Court Street • West Main St old furniture store parking lot (near Boggs House)

FESTIVAL INFORMATION BOOTH In front of Pickens County Court House

TRAFFIC CHANGES & STREET CLOSINGS

Wednesday April 13th: Legacy Square will close to public after First Baptist Church services.

Thursday April 14th after 5:00pm: Court St just past Dr. Spearman’s office next to the Pickens County Court House to Cedar Rock St will be closed to regular traffic so the main stage may be set up.

Friday April 15th @ 5:30pm: East bound traffic on W. Main will be detoured beginning at the intersection of W. Main & Catherine Street.

Friday April 15th @ 6:00pm: Hwy 8 & 183 intersection (near McDonalds) all of E. & W. Main, E. Lewis, S. Lewis, Pendleton St, Hwy 178 intersections, Ann St, Garvin St to intersection of Catherine St. will close down to regular vehicle street traffic. There will be traffic detours on Ann St. The above streets will remain closed to regular vehicle traffic until 12:00am midnight Saturday night, April 16th. All streets will re-open to regular traffic at midnight Saturday. The closings were approved by the City of Pickens and Pickens Police Department.

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[ GENERAL INFORMATION ]

When the azaleas are blooming in Pickens, the little town celebrates!

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ach April, the azaleas bloom, artisans and crafters come out, and the community joins together to celebrate spring with the Pickens Azalea Festival! Presented by the Pickens Azalea Festival Committee and hosted by area nonprofit and civic organizations, the Pickens Azalea Festival boasts the largest gathering of crafters, artisans, and entertainers in the county, and quite possibly the Golden Corner!

The Azalea Festival is also somewhat of a large family reunion, giving people who have been away too long the chance to visit with old friends and family. The streets are filled with local artists and crafters, exciting and varied food vendors, and quaint little shops and eateries. National, regional, and local musical artists entertain on two outdoor stages. Foodies will enjoy regional favorites and the kids will laugh as they partake in the children’s ride area in Legacy Square.

Strolling downtown Pickens during the festival is certainly an exciting and fun filled activity.

Come browse one of the largest car cruise-ins in the area on Friday night or lace up your running shoes Saturday morning for the annual Pickens Women’s Association 5k, this year taking place along the Doodle Trail. History buffs will enjoy self-guided tours through historic Pickens or may hop a shuttle or enjoy a short drive to the many historic places in and around Pickens County.

There’s something for everyone to enjoy at the Pickens Azalea Festival!

Each year, the Pickens Rotary Club sponsors a contest with the art students of Pickens High School to create an image of an azalea.

The winning image represents the festival in all media throughout the year and the artist receives a prize from the club.

2016 Azalea Festival Art Contest Winner

Hannah Jones 10th grade, Pickens High School

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[ THINGS TO SEE ]

ONE OF THE FINEST regional examples of nineteenth century technology can be found just three miles north of Pickens, South Carolina. Located just off Highway 178, at 138 Hagood Mill Road, this 1845 gristmill served many generations of rural farm families until its’ closing in the mid-1960s.

Hagood Mill operated during the War Between the States; The Spanish / American War; World War I; World War II; The Korean War and part of the Vietnam War. In the 1960s, the Federal Government passed regulations requiring that farmers’ corn be tested before grinding, and also requiring the use of preservatives. This effectively shut down most of the gristmills nationwide

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and Hagood Mill in Pickens County was no exception.

In 1972 Hagood Mill was placed on the National Register of Historic Places and in 1973 the mill and it’s surrounding property were donated to the Pickens County Museum Commission by the James Hagood Bruce family (descendants of James Hagood, who built the mill in 1845 at the age of nineteen).

Additionally, in the early 1970s, South Carolina was one of the states that made an exemption for water-powered gristmills to operate. Thus began a long on-again, offagain restoration process by the County of Pickens. The culmination of these restoration efforts put the mill in “back in business” mode (at least on a monthly basis) around Thanksgiving 1996, thanks to the help of Alan Warner, who served as miller until 2009.

Warner, a mill historian, has documented over sixty gristmill sites in Pickens County… almost all of which are now gone.

Hagood Mill is located just off Highway 178, at 138 Hagood Mill Road. The mill will be in operation during the Azalea Festival 10am – 4pm. There will be a courtesy shuttle to Hagood Mill on Saturday, April 16th from 11am - 4pm. Shuttle Pick up/drop off location: Ann Street/Main Street. Admission will be FREE IWANNA

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[ ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE ]

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The Extraord

The Note Rop

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Jukebox 45

Matt Tucker

FRIDAY, APRIL 15

The Main Street Car Cruise-In kicks off the 2016 Pickens Azalea Festival.

6:00pm New Dixie Storm 7:00pm Cruise-In starts 7:20pm Jukebox 45

SATURDAY, APRIL 16

Events all day and into the evening - Arts/ crafts, entertainment, food, amusement rides (ride fee required).

10:00am Opening Ceremony

Posting of Colors-PHS Army JROTC

National Anthem Welcome Announcements

10:30am PHS Army JROTC Drill Team 11:00am Griffin Ebenezer Church Choir 11:30am PHS Chorus 12:00pm Pet Pageant 12:30pm Jack Roper’s Magic Show 1:00pm Matt Tucker 2:30pm West End String Band 4:00pm Bluegrass Gentlemen 5:00pm Gospel Music 6:00pm Empire Strikes Brass 7:20pm Note Ropers 8:45pm The Extraordinaires | 12 | Pickens Azalea Festival Guide pickensazaleafestival.com

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Booths (600’s)

Booths (500’s)

N Catherine St

S Catherine St

Ann St/Hwy 178

PARKING

Booths

Main St

Pendleton St/Hwy 178

Booths (400’s)

Garvin St

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PARKING

Court House

Booths MAIN STAGE

N Lewis St DINING AREA

(100’s) Booths

Booths (200’s)

Booths (300’s)

PARKING

Court St

To Hagood Mill 

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Grace Methodist

To Doodle Trail 

First Baptist

Main St

Legacy Square Carnival Area

Hagood Mauldin House

Hwy 8

LOCAL BUSINESSES

PARKING

FESTIVAL ATTRACTIONS

VENDOR BOOTHS

PORTABLE RESTROOMS

* Shuttle times subject to change

Intersection of Main St & Ann St/Hwy 178 Hagood Mill Shuttle: Saturday, 11am - 4pm Parking Shuttle: Saturday, 11am - 7pm

SHUTTLE PICKUP

MAP KEY

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Friday Night Cruise-In Main Street

6:00pm New Dixie Storm 7:00pm Cruise-In starts 7:20pm Jukebox 45 The annual Azalea Fest Cruise-in is open to all year models (Jeeps are also welcome). Last year we had over 300 cars and hope for even more this year!

No fee or application required.

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New Dixie Storm will get the party started with their classic Bluegrass, followed by Jukebox 45 with the oldies hits from the 50’s & 60’s.

Bring your dancing shoes!

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THE PICKENS COUNTY Cultural Commission monitors operation of the Pickens County Museum of Art & History as a public, nonprofit educational institution whose purpose is to collect, preserve, exhibit and interpret the artifacts, antiquities and archival, cultural and natural history of the county and surrounding region. The Commission also provides cultural enrichment, intellectual stimulation, learning opportunities and appreciation of the visual and performing arts for the enjoyment of the County’s citizenry and visitors.

The Museum Shop offers the work of more than 100 local & regional fine, traditional & folk artisans representing the artistic

THE HAGOOD-MAULDIN HOUSE, owned and maintained by the Pickens County Historical Society, it was moved from Pickens Court House to the new town of Pickens in 1868. It underwent two separate renovations, one by James Earle Hagood, and the second

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spectrum of our unique area. Items include handcrafted jewelry, pottery, baskets, scarves & handbags, woodcarvings, prints & originals, Native American art, folk art, soaps, candles, handmade children’s toys and more. The shop also features a wide array of CDs from Upcountry musicians, fascinating storytellers, early American, and World music. There is also an assortment of books on local history and interests for all ages.

The museum is located at 307 Johnson Street, across from Pickens City Hall. Open with free tours Saturday of the Azalea Festival from 9am – 4:30pm.

when the front porch was changed into Classical Style and the Judge’s office was added. The fine antique furnishings and art were added by Irma Morris.

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10th Annual Pickens Women’s Association 5K Run/Walk Saturday, April 16th 7:30am Beverly M. Smith Scholarship Fundraiser

Sponsored by the Pickens Women’s Association This year the race will be held on the Doodle Trail. Starting point will be near the Old Pickens Railroad Company building.

Register online at racesonline.com or at the festival.

T-shirt Pickup & Registration: Friday, April 15th, 6pm-8pm (near Main Stage beside Courthouse) Saturday (race day) registration & packet pick up is 6:30am

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[ THINGS TO SEE ] Railroad st Railroad st Cemetery st

Turner rd Ireland rd

Blackberry trail

Pickle Hill rd

Hayes rd Elljean rd

Cedar Rock Church rd

Church st Rice rd Mauldin rd Pickens hwy

Things to See: The Doodle Trail THE DOODLE TRAIL, a 7.5 mile rails-to-trails partnership between the City of Easley and the City of Pickens, opened Memorial Day Weekend 2015. The multi-use trail is open from dawn to dusk for biking, walking, running and rollerblading. Unauthorized mopeds or motorized vehicles are not permitted on the trail.

The Doodle line carries a rich history of industry and economy important to both the City of Pickens and the City of Easley.

In 1890, the State of South Carolina issued a charter for the construction of a railroad between Easley and Oolenoy Gap, by way of Pickens. After eight years of construction, the 8.5-mile portion of the railway between Easley and Pickens became operational in 1898. Until 2013, the Doodle line hauled a variety of commodities to and from Pickens and Easley, including food products, textiles, and automobile parts. Local residents nicknamed the railroad the “Pickens Doodle� line, because the freight engine could not be turned around and had to run backwards from Easley to Pickens, looking like a doodlebug. | 18 | Pickens Azalea Festival Guide pickensazaleafestival.com

The Doodle Trail represents the opportunity to carry on the memory of this historic railroad and preserve the vital connection that was forged between Easley and Pickens over 120 years ago. Both cities are currently working on plans for their respective trailheads at each end of the Doodle Trail.

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Bring Your Appetite!

Booths throughout the festival will be serving lots of great food, snacks & desserts. You can feel good about spending money with these local civic & non-profit organizations because funds raised benefit hundreds of causes & thousands of people!

FRIDAY & SATURDAY

The following booths will be serving food both Friday & Saturday.

PICKENS FIRE DEPARTMENT: Both days the Pickens Fire Department will be selling hamburgers & all the fixings. They will also be giving tours of their fire truck. Monies raised from the festival benefits the Fire Department fund to help firefighters injured on the job. Front of Pickens County Court House.

BRUSTER’S: Serving all flavors of ice cream. Near main stage.

MILE HIGH CONCESSIONS: Philly cheese steak, steak fingers, chicken tenders, chicken tender sandwich, fries, chili cheese fries, sweet tea. Booths 619 & 620 PARKETTE OF PICKENS: BBQ pork & chicken, baked beans, chips & slaw, along with tea & water. Booths 340, 341 BAYOU BILLY SWEET DIXIE TEA: Sweet & unsweet tea in a variety of 32oz mugs, refills anytime, anywhere. Booth 618

SATURDAY ONLY

These booths will only be at the Azalea Festival on Saturday.

SOUTHLAND CONCESSIONS: Jumbo smoked turkey legs, teriyaki chicken on a stick, Cajun gumbo, jambalaya, fries. Booths 417 & 418 PICKENS SENIOR CENTER: This booth will feature homemade apple pies, cakes, and cookies along with a number of locally hand sewn items. Booths 316, 317, 318 HAWAIIAN SHAVED ICE: Booths 306, 307, 308 PICKENS HIGH SCHOOL BAND: Will be selling funnel cakes, as a fundraiser for band activities. Booths 401 & 402 LOW COUNTRY KETTLE CORN: Hand popped kettle corn. Booth 122 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS: Pickens council 9576 will be offering sausages, sandwiches, chips, drinks & water. Booths 330 & 331 LL’S LIL ORBITS: Mini-donuts, cotton candy, drinks. Booths 610 & 611 IWANNA

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[ ENTERTAINMENT LINEUP ] JUKEBOX 45 Classic Oldies

Friday, April 15, 7pm Jukebox 45 loves to play your favorite hits from the 50s and 60s era. When you listen to them perform it will bring back those fond memories from the Golden Oldies. Take a stroll back in time seeing classic cars and hearing classic music this upcoming April 15. Jukebox 45 will perform for the Cruise In Friday night.

THE EXTRAORDINAIRES Classics/Rhythm & Blues

Saturday, April 16, 8:45pm The Extraordinaires have put together a unique blend of music that is sure to get you out of your seat and on the dance floor. From the powerful kickin’ horns to the smooth lead vocals, The Extraordinaires have a “Pure Live” sound like no other that will keep you wanting more. Based out of the Hickory/Charlotte area, they’ve played from Oklahoma, Washington, to Jacksonville, Fla. and all points in between. They can’t wait to share their music with you!

THE NOTE ROPERS Honky Tonk/Rockabilly

Saturday, April 16, 7:20pm The Note Ropers are a Honky Tonk/Rockabilly band from Greenville, SC. They play authentic Honky Tonk Country combined with traditional Rockabilly to produce what we call “Honkabilly” music.

Presenting their own edition of original music and covers you’re sure to love. The Note Ropers come to entertain all ages with music from the 1930’s – 60’s. They will have you tappin’ your foot and dancing in no time!

MATT TUCKER Country

Saturday, April 16, 1pm Matt Tucker was born and raised on country music in Rock Hill, SC. Tucker began playing in honky-tonks around his hometown with his father. He was soon breaking out as a solo artist playing acoustic gigs.

A couple years later he put together his first band as he realized his full potential and started his journey to Nashville. Tucker’s southern upbringing definitely shines through his songs. His music reflects the new country sound but with some 90’s rockin’ ways.

NEW DIXIE STORM Bluegrass

Friday, April 15, 6pm New Dixie Storm became reality for a group of like-minded musicians from the foothills of South Carolina beginning in the Winter of 2000.

Heavily influenced by the first generation bluegrass greats, the band presents the traditional standards with a reverence for the originals while incorporating their own unique arrangements.

JACK ROPER’S MAGIC SHOW

Saturday, April 16, 12:30pm Jack Roper is a multitalented kind of guy! You can catch him as the co-host of “Your Carolina” on WSPA-TV CH-7 10:00 a.m. MondayFriday. Or watch him play guitar with The Weatherman Band. This year, Jack will be doing his family friendly blend of comedy and magic for the crowds at the Azalea Fest! Don’t miss it!

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[ ENTERTAINMENT LINEUP ] WEST END STRING BAND Bluegrass/Americana

Saturday, April 16, 2:30pm The West End String Band is dedicated to playing and performing traditional bluegrass music and old country songs with modern appeal. Band members include husband and wife Charlie & Kathy McDaniel on guitar/vocals and bass/vocals respectively, Jim Rollins on banjo and vocals, and Matt Purinton on mandolin and vocals.

Come check out their modern twist on Bluegrass and Americana music.

BLUEGRASS GENTLEMEN Bluegrass

Saturday, April 16, 4pm The Bluegrass Gentlemen, with their acoustically driven sound, have their roots in the upstate area of South Carolina. The Ensemble is comprised of four individuals with a deep passion for delivering a mix of traditional, contemporary and gospel bluegrass, blended with a little classic country. The harmony in these voices is second to none.

EMPIRE STRIKES BRASS Brass/Funk/Rock

Saturday, April 16, 6pm The force is strong with this group comprised of veteran musicians who have honed their skills with national acts. With their 10 piece stage band, 6-7 piece combo, electronic set with DJ Push/Pull, and second line parade, you never know what’s about to happen! The energy wielded by Empire Strikes Brass is more than simple Jedi mind tricks, it’s a full force experience that will take you on a ride to the dark side and back!

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Special Thanks

Pickens Azalea Festival Inc. would like to thank the many people, volunteers and organizations who have supported and contributed to the 2016 Azalea Festival: • • • • • • • • •

Thank you to the City of Pickens Mayor David Owens, Pickens City Council, Pickens Police Department and Streets & Sanitation Department.

Thanks to IWANNA, The Pickens Sentinel, & Pickens County Courier for their support in promoting the Azalea Festival through a special edition insert.

Thanks to the Pickens Senior Citizens and The Round Towners for volunteering.

Thank you to The Pickens Rotary Club for sponsoring the Azalea Art contest.

Special thanks to all of our financial sponsors and businesses for helping making the festival possible.

Thanks to those local entertainers who gave generously of their time and talents, Griffin Ebenezer Choir & PHS Army JROTC Drill Team.

To the Pickens Women’s Association for sponsoring the 10th Annual Azalea Festival 5K walk/run.

To Grace Methodist Church & Bowers Transportation for providing shuttle service to the festival from Pickens High and Hagood Mill.

I would like to personally thank the Festival Committee, Volunteers and Support Volunteers for their hard work and dedication over the months following. They have given many hours of their personal time to make this event a success.

Pickens Azalea Festival Committee RUSS GANTT - Executive Director GLENDA LOFINK – Vice President,

Friday night cruise in, booth line-up JEFF HOGAN – Treasurer, special events, shuttle bus ROY COSTNER – Website, festival brochures, social media FRANCES WANNAMAKER – Pickens senior citizens/manpower CARLTON HOLLEY – City council representative

FESTIVAL SUPPORT

Entertainment consultant – Seriously Sound Azalea art contest – Pickens Rotary Club Pickens Women’s Assoc. 5k walk/run

VOLUNTEER SUPPORT

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