Free First Thursdays at the Spartanburg Art Museum
Admission to the Spartanburg Art Museum is free thanks to All Saints Church of Spartanburg.

Hello, Dolly!
One of America’s most beloved musicals is back on the SLT stage after more than 30 years! Hired to find a mate for the incorrigible millionaire Horace Vandergelder, matchmaker Dolly Gallagher Levi finds the perfect match---herself! But first she must stop his impending marriage to someone else. Will Horace marry Irene Molloy? Will Cornelius and Barnaby come back to Yonkers without having kissed a girl for the first time? Will Dolly get her man? Brimming with beautiful tunes such as “Put on Your Sunday Clothes”, “Before the Parade Passes By”, and “It Only Takes a Moment”, this classic of stage and screen is a musical lover’s dream! If you loved last season's "My Fair Lady", you'll adore "Hello, Dolly!".

Friday Campfire at Walnut Grove Plantation
Bring the family, gather ‘round the fire, toast marshmallows, and hear exciting stories of the Upstate's past! On Friday, September 10, 2010, at Walnut Grove Plantation, Lamar Nelson and others from the Foothills Chapter, Archeological Society of South Carolina, will share stories and artifacts of our region's Native Americans from prehistoric days to European contact. Gates open at 7:30 p.m. for self-guided tours of the site. Campfire program begins at 8:30 p.m. Bring lawn chairs and/or blankets. Bug spray encouraged. Event is Rain or Shine! This will be the final Friday Campfire of the season but the series has been a big success and will continue next year! 864-576-6546 or walnutgrove@spartanburghistory.org

Hello, Dolly!
One of America’s most beloved musicals is back on the SLT stage after more than 30 years! Hired to find a mate for the incorrigible millionaire Horace Vandergelder, matchmaker Dolly Gallagher Levi finds the perfect match---herself! But first she must stop his impending marriage to someone else. Will Horace marry Irene Molloy? Will Cornelius and Barnaby come back to Yonkers without having kissed a girl for the first time? Will Dolly get her man? Brimming with beautiful tunes such as “Put on Your Sunday Clothes”, “Before the Parade Passes By”, and “It Only Takes a Moment”, this classic of stage and screen is a musical lover’s dream! If you loved last season's "My Fair Lady", you'll adore "Hello, Dolly!".

Hello, Dolly!
One of America’s most beloved musicals is back on the SLT stage after more than 30 years! Hired to find a mate for the incorrigible millionaire Horace Vandergelder, matchmaker Dolly Gallagher Levi finds the perfect match---herself! But first she must stop his impending marriage to someone else. Will Horace marry Irene Molloy? Will Cornelius and Barnaby come back to Yonkers without having kissed a girl for the first time? Will Dolly get her man? Brimming with beautiful tunes such as “Put on Your Sunday Clothes”, “Before the Parade Passes By”, and “It Only Takes a Moment”, this classic of stage and screen is a musical lover’s dream! If you loved last season's "My Fair Lady", you'll adore "Hello, Dolly!".

Tour of Homes by Architect J. Frank Collins
Don't miss a rare opportunity to tour five of Spartanburg's most beautiful and historic homes on Sunday, September 12, from 2-5 pm. The tour is of houses designed by the eminent architect J. Frank Collins who left a lasting mark on Spartanburg during the first half of the twentieth century with several prominent homes and public buildings. The tour includes homes built for James F. Byrnes on Otis Boulevard and Dr. Sam Orr Black on Sherwood Circle as well as a brochure listing the twenty homes that Collins designed. Tickets are available in advance online until Saturday, September 11, at 5:00 pm and in the Regional History Museum and some local stores. Contact us for more locations. Call 864-596-3501 or email scha@spartanburghistory.org. Tickets may be purchased on September 12 at Trinity United Methodist where the tour starts. Tour brochures and "Will Call" tickets will also be available there. Following the tour, Historical Association members who have joined at the Spartan Regiment Society level ($100), Kate Moore Barry Society level ($250), or Lewis P. Jones Society level ($500) are invited to attend a reception and talk (included with their tour cost) on the life of Frank Collins at the home he designed for Robert and Love Cates, the first house to be built on Andrews Farm Road. Reception is from 5:15 pm to 7 pm. To become a member or to upgrade your membership level, visit our membership page or go by any of our four historic sites. This is also an excellent opportunity to invite your friends and family to join the Association! All proceeds help maintain the Association's historic properties, which include Walnut Grove Plantation, the Seay House, the Price House, and the Regional History Museum.

Auditions: "Perfect Wedding"
Everyone is invited to audition for the hilarious comedy "Perfect Wedding". Production dates are November 5-15, 2010 and will be directed by Mr. Matt Giles. Auditions will consist of readings from the script. All of the following parts are available: RACHEL, the bride (20s, always in command) BILL, the groom (20s, rarely in command) TOM, the best man (20s, solid, dependable) JUDY, a girl (20s, very attractive) JULIE, a chabermaid (20s, kooky, volatile) DAPHNE, the bride's mother (40s, emotional) Synopis: A groom wakes up after his bachelor party the morning of his wedding and finds he's in bed with a woman he doesn't know. The chaos that ensues reaches nuclear proportions. Our one "unkown" of the season is at once a riotous bedroom farce adn touching love story that will have audiences rolling in the aisles.

Art Cafe
Lunch/Museum combo. Gourmet salad or sandwich available with chips, pickle and tea for $8, which includes admission to the Spartanburg Art Museum, while you eat.

Auditions: "Perfect Wedding"
Everyone is invited to audition for the hilarious comedy "Perfect Wedding". Production dates are November 5-15, 2010 and will be directed by Mr. Matt Giles. Auditions will consist of readings from the script. All of the following parts are available: RACHEL, the bride (20s, always in command) BILL, the groom (20s, rarely in command) TOM, the best man (20s, solid, dependable) JUDY, a girl (20s, very attractive) JULIE, a chabermaid (20s, kooky, volatile) DAPHNE, the bride's mother (40s, emotional) Synopis: A groom wakes up after his bachelor party the morning of his wedding and finds he's in bed with a woman he doesn't know. The chaos that ensues reaches nuclear proportions. Our one "unkown" of the season is at once a riotous bedroom farce adn touching love story that will have audiences rolling in the aisles.

Music Sandwiched In -- Sarah Ioannides
Sarah Ioannides, Music Director for the Spartanburg Philharmonic Orchestra, will talk about and perform selections from the orchestra's 9/18 concert at Twichell Auditorium. This free lunchtime concert series showcases regional talent at the Spartanburg County Public Library Headquarters (Barrett Community Room, 12:15-1:00 pm) on selected Wednesdays. Brown bag it, or come early and purchase box lunches. For more information, call The Music Foundation of Spartanburg: (864) 948-9020.

Annual Meeting
The community is invited to the Chapman Cultural Center's Annual Meeting. It will be an event to remembered with a review of the past year's high points, an outlook for things to come, recognition of those who made it all possible, and entertainment that reflects the heart and soul of our community. Open house 3-5. Reception at 6:30. Meeting starts at 5:15 p.m. in the David Reid Theatre.

Art Walk
On ArtWalk night—third Thursday of each month—the downtown art galleries stay open until 9 p.m. so art lovers can see what is new. Add the Chapman Cultural Center to your list of stops. Visit the Spartanburg Art Museum and the Artists' Guild of Spartanburg gallery at no charge.

Hello, Dolly!
One of America’s most beloved musicals is back on the SLT stage after more than 30 years! Hired to find a mate for the incorrigible millionaire Horace Vandergelder, matchmaker Dolly Gallagher Levi finds the perfect match---herself! But first she must stop his impending marriage to someone else. Will Horace marry Irene Molloy? Will Cornelius and Barnaby come back to Yonkers without having kissed a girl for the first time? Will Dolly get her man? Brimming with beautiful tunes such as “Put on Your Sunday Clothes”, “Before the Parade Passes By”, and “It Only Takes a Moment”, this classic of stage and screen is a musical lover’s dream! If you loved last season's "My Fair Lady", you'll adore "Hello, Dolly!".

Hello, Dolly!
One of America’s most beloved musicals is back on the SLT stage after more than 30 years! Hired to find a mate for the incorrigible millionaire Horace Vandergelder, matchmaker Dolly Gallagher Levi finds the perfect match---herself! But first she must stop his impending marriage to someone else. Will Horace marry Irene Molloy? Will Cornelius and Barnaby come back to Yonkers without having kissed a girl for the first time? Will Dolly get her man? Brimming with beautiful tunes such as “Put on Your Sunday Clothes”, “Before the Parade Passes By”, and “It Only Takes a Moment”, this classic of stage and screen is a musical lover’s dream! If you loved last season's "My Fair Lady", you'll adore "Hello, Dolly!".

Spartanburg Philharmonic Orchestra -- Opening Night
Featuring Tim Fain, Violin Barber – Music for a Scene from Shelley, op. 7 Mendelssohn – Violin Concerto in E minor, op. 61 Bernstein – On The Waterfront Bernstein – Selections from West Side Story Violinist Tim Fain was selected as an “Up-and-Coming Young Musician” by Symphony magazine (2006) and Strad magazine (2007), and was heard as the voice of Richard Gere’s violin in Fox Searchlight’s feature film Bee Season. A native of California, Fain is a graduate of the Curtis Institute where he studied with Victor Danchenko, and the Julliard School, where he studied with Richard Mann.

Seay House Saturday
Join us on this Saturday at The Seay House, Spartanburg's oldest home. Located at 106 Darby Road just off Crescent Avenue, this home showcases the dwelling of a local farmstead managed and maintained by three maiden Seay sisters in the late 1800s. Come relax for an hour or two on this historic property! seayhouse@spartanburghistory.org or 864-596-3501 The Seay House is open by appointment year-round and on the 3rd Saturday of the summer months except July. Sponsors allow us to open at no charge to the public, though visitor donations help us maintain the property. The Seay House is one of 3 historic homes maintained by the Spartanburg County Historical Association.

Hello, Dolly!
One of America’s most beloved musicals is back on the SLT stage after more than 30 years! Hired to find a mate for the incorrigible millionaire Horace Vandergelder, matchmaker Dolly Gallagher Levi finds the perfect match---herself! But first she must stop his impending marriage to someone else. Will Horace marry Irene Molloy? Will Cornelius and Barnaby come back to Yonkers without having kissed a girl for the first time? Will Dolly get her man? Brimming with beautiful tunes such as “Put on Your Sunday Clothes”, “Before the Parade Passes By”, and “It Only Takes a Moment”, this classic of stage and screen is a musical lover’s dream! If you loved last season's "My Fair Lady", you'll adore "Hello, Dolly!".

Art Cafe
Lunch/Museum combo. Gourmet salad or sandwich available with chips, pickle and tea for $8, which includes admission to the Spartanburg Art Museum, while you eat.

Montana Skies
A must see live concert experience: a duo with the full spectrum of an orchestra crossed with the energy of a rock band. Jennifer and Jonathan Adams create a “new acoustic” sound with their pairing of cello, six-string electric cello, Spanish/classical guitar, and steel string guitar. These award winning musicians delve into music from Pink Floyd and Rush to Vivaldi, House of the Rising Sun, and Bach, as well as their own originals that have been featured everywhere from NPR to the Travel Channel. Using a wide range of effects, Jennifer Adams' blazing electric cello and Jonathan Adams' guitar wizardry combine to create a sound that is truly remarkable. Montana Skies has an extensive tour schedule which has taken them all across the US, Canada and to Asia. Jonathan and Jennifer met while studying music at the University of Georgia. Recognizing a kindred spirit in each other's devotion to their music, the desire to share music together was ignited immediately. The two assumed they would be performing classical recitals and great works for the cello and guitar; then, in one trip to the library to select music, their whole world of classical intentions came crashing down. The discovery: music written for cello and guitar was as rare as the combination itself -- no great classical works existed. What resulted from this new musical freedom of expression between the two was the formation of Montana Skies, and a unique style of music that would garner instant recognition and praise. Jonathan explains, "The fact that 'ready made' repertoire is not available for our combination of instruments is really what pushes us to be more creative with our music. We love composing and arranging, and appreciate the opportunity to present old favorites, along with newer music, to our audiences." Montana Skies' name is taken from one of the first songs Jonathan composed for the group titled "Montana Skies." The song was written specifically about being in Montana and the joy of inspiration Jonathan felt from its natural beauty. At the time of its composition, he and Jennifer were completing their individual studies of music (he in Montana and she in Italy) and they realized that they would like to be together. Written during a crucial turning point in their relationship, the song marked the beginning of the duo's musical collaboration and their newly found sound. Montana Skies maintains an active touring schedule. Highlights from their touring has included: the Seoul Arts Center (2,500 seats) in S. Korea, Great Falls Civic Auditorium (1,800 seats) in Montana, and the new backstage series at the Morrison Center in Boise, Idaho. Jonathan's full length instructional book and CD, "Getting Into Fingerstyle Guitar" was published in 2002 by Mel-Bay Publications. Additional publications are in-the-works. ---http://www.montanaskiesmusic.com/

Spartanburg History Hub
The Spartanburg History Hub is a network of individuals and organizations committed to Spartanburg County history. It is managed by the Spartanburg County Historical Association and meets one Thursday each odd month except July. Locations vary. 7:00-8:00 pm Send your email to us to be added to our electronic Spartanburg History Hub mailing list. scha@spartanburghistory.org

G.R.I.T.S.
It’s four women, four generations and four different views. It’s your mother, your sister, your Grandma, your best friend. It’s sweet tea, collard greens, fresh tomatoes and banana puddin’. It’s stories you’ll recognize and tales from the past. It’s country music, jazz tunes, old time blues and toe tappin’ rock. It’s the old, the new and some things in between. It’s about love and laughter, revelation and grace. Its “GRITS: The Musical.” “GRITS: The Musical” is a full production journey that will take you to and through the heart of the South. A four woman cast spanning age groups from young women in their 20’s to mature women in their 50’s and 60’s. Each woman is an individual storyteller and vocalist. Every story carries a song. Based on the book, “Friends are Forevah” by GRITS creator and author, Deborah Ford, this show will have you laughing and crying and it will transport you back in time. Reminisce about sittin’ on the front porch, travelin’ with your best friends, celebrating with down home meals and the “Dos and Don’ts” of being a proper Southern gal.

G.R.I.T.S.
It’s four women, four generations and four different views. It’s your mother, your sister, your Grandma, your best friend. It’s sweet tea, collard greens, fresh tomatoes and banana puddin’. It’s stories you’ll recognize and tales from the past. It’s country music, jazz tunes, old time blues and toe tappin’ rock. It’s the old, the new and some things in between. It’s about love and laughter, revelation and grace. Its “GRITS: The Musical.” “GRITS: The Musical” is a full production journey that will take you to and through the heart of the South. A four woman cast spanning age groups from young women in their 20’s to mature women in their 50’s and 60’s. Each woman is an individual storyteller and vocalist. Every story carries a song. Based on the book, “Friends are Forevah” by GRITS creator and author, Deborah Ford, this show will have you laughing and crying and it will transport you back in time. Reminisce about sittin’ on the front porch, travelin’ with your best friends, celebrating with down home meals and the “Dos and Don’ts” of being a proper Southern gal.

Downtown Spartanburg Walking Tour
Downtown walking tours begin at the Regional History Museum and proceed to East Main Street, through Morgan Square, down Magnolia Street and back along St. John Street. Participants will see historic photographs depicting historical views of downtown Spartanburg while standing where they were taken. Additionally, we'll hear fascinating and often humorous stories about downtown and its occupants. Downtown has changed a lot since 1787, and there is no better way to see it than by standing in the places where history happened! Tours will be canceled in the case of inclement weather. Custom tours for school and civic groups also available. To make reservations or for more information, contact Brad Steinecke at 596-3501 or bsteinecke@spartanburghistory.org.

Art Cafe
Lunch/Museum combo. Gourmet salad or sandwich available with chips, pickle and tea for $8, which includes admission to the Spartanburg Art Museum, while you eat.

Music Sandwiched In -- Heartsease & Thyme
Heartsease & Thyme will perform period music from 1885 in celebration of the public library's 125th anniversary! This free lunchtime concert series showcases regional talent at the Spartanburg County Public Library Headquarters (Barrett Community Room, 12:15-1:00 pm) on selected Wednesdays. Brown bag it, or come early and purchase a box lunch. For more information, call The Music Foundation of Spartanburg: (864) 948-9020.

College Town Exhibit Opening Reception
Explore the early roots and the present reality of excellence in Spartanburg's college community as an agent of community advancement and success. Modern-day educators will share their institutions' history and future. Tours of the Regional History Museum will also be available between 6:00 and 7:00. 864-596-3501; regionalhistory@spartanburghistory.org