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PERFORMANCE ARTS
“Chitty Chitty Bang Bang The Musical”
Artios Academies of Greenville The Younts Center for Performing Arts 315 N. Main St., Fountain Inn | 7 p.m. $12 before April1, then $15 Take a fantastic musical adventure with an outof-this-world car that flies through the air and sails the seas. Filled with amazing stage spectacle, a heart-warming story, and unforgettable songs, including the Academy Award-nominated title song, “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang” is a high-flying, fun-filled adventure for the entire family. www.artiosgville.eventbrite.com Crossword puzzle: page 42
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FUNDRAISING
Passport to Dance
International Ballet Zen | 924 S. Main St. | 7-10 p.m. | $75 International Ballet’s signature fundraising event is an evening to remember for sponsors and guests. Passport to Dance takes guests on a unique tour around the world through the media of video, live dance, and delicious food expertly created by Cribbs Catering. internationalballetsc.org FRI-SAT
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CAUSES & FUNDRAISING
The Joyful Garden Tour
Christ Church Episcopal 10 N. Church St. | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | $25 Please join us for the fourth Joyful Garden Tour. Tour seven private gardens in the beautiful Alta Vista/Greenville Country Club areas of Greenville, as well as the newly renovated church with a charming courtyard edition. Proceeds benefit the historic grounds of Christ Church Episcopal. www.ccgsc.org/gardentour.php CAUSES & FUNDRAISING
Hole In One Shootout
Eagle Zone Golf Improvement Center 8000 Pelham Road Come out for a chance to win $1 million in the Laurens Electric Cooperative’s 16th Annual Hole In One Shootout. All proceeds from the event will benefit Laurens Electric’s new Community Impact Initiative, which provides grants to community members through their local Chambers of Commerce for public charitable purposes that enrich the quality of life of citizens. www.laurenselectric.com SAT
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Greater Greenville Master Gardeners Annual Plant Sale
Roper Mountain Science Center 402 Roper Mountain Road | 8 a.m.-1 p.m. | FREE Annual Plant Sale to benefit the Greater Greenville Master Gardeners Association, a nonprofit organization. www.GGMGA.org CAUSES & FUNDRAISING
Paw Paws USA Bark Bash
MAY 8-13 GROUPS (15+)
Paw Paws USA | 651 Main St. Suite B 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | FREE Paw Paws USA is having a “Bark Bash” after the seventh annual Mutt Strut benefiting the Greenville Humane Society. Paw Paws will have vendors on site, doggie pools, snacks, and more. Get special discounts at Paw Paws USA, Marble Slab Creamery, and Great American Cookies the day of the party. All proceeds from the event will be donated to the Greenville Humane Society. www.pawpawsusa.com
MAY THU
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PERFORMING ARTS
Vino and Verdi
The Greenville Symphony Orchestra The Peace Center | 300 S Main St. 6:30-9 p.m. | $55 Come celebrate the end of the season and sip primo vino and enjoy fabulous food. Guests will have the opportunity to experience a live rehearsal of “Verdi’s Requiem” from the upcoming “Majestic Verdi” concert. 864-232-0344 www.greenvillesymphony.org/event/vino-verdi/ FRI-SAT
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COMMUNITY
Pelham Medical Center Greer Family Fest
Greater Greer Chamber of Commerce Downtown Greer | 111 Trade St. | FREE With a rich history of providing family fun for all ages, the annual Pelham Medical Center Greer Family Fest promises to be better than ever this year, the 34th anniversary of the event. This twoday event features live music on the CBL State Savings Bank Main Stage and the Family Dental Health Community Stage, Mitsubishi Anne Helton Creation Station, Apple Seeds Pediatric Dentistry, and Carolina Family Orthodontics KidsZone, Greer CPW Rudy’s Restaurant Row, and more than 150 vendors throughout the festival. 864-877-3131 | www.greerfamilyfest.com katie@greerchamber.com TUE
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BOOK SIGNING/READING
Charles Martin Talk and Signing
Fiction Addiction 1175 Woods Crossing Rd., Ste 5 | 2-4 p.m. New York Times best-selling Southern author Charles Martin will be discussing his latest book, “Send Down the Rain.” There are two ticket options for this event. The $28 ticket guarantees a seat, admits one, and includes a copy of his book. The $10 ticket is standing room only, admits one, and includes a $10 voucher that can be redeemed at the event. 864-675-0540 | www.fiction-addiction.com info@fiction-addiction.com WED
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FAMILY & EDUCATION
Navy League Presents Dinner Program on Mission Accomplishment in Daily Life
Navy League of the US, Upper SC Council Poinsett Club | 807 East Washington St. 6-9 p.m. | $33 The Upper South Carolina Council of the Navy League is pleased to announce that Brigadier General James Walker, USMC (ret), will be the guest speaker at its May dinner meeting. General Walker will discuss how the sea services’ focus on mission accomplishment can be applied to positively impact our daily lives. The public is invited to attend this inspiring program. 734-730-1020 www.bit.ly/NavyLeagueReservationForm NavyLeague.UpperSCCouncil@yahoo.com SAT
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Tails & Trails 5K
Greenville County Animal Care Conestee Park | 840 Mauldin Road 8:30-10 a.m. | $25 Race the trails (or go for a casual stroll) at Conestee Park side by side with your best running partner - your dog. Whether you’re racing with