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Welcome to York County, SC – an accessible, affordable and authentically Southern experience. York County is a destination that offers big city amenities in a warm, friendly environment known for its hospitality. We are Charlotte’s southern neighbor and the northernmost county in the Olde English District region of South Carolina. Recognized as one of the fastest-growing counties in the state of South Carolina, York County is comprised of nine municipalities – including the towns of Clover, Fort Mill, Hickory Grove, McConnells, Sharon and Smyrna and the cities of Rock Hill, Tega Cay and York. Each unique community, from rural to urban, shares a rich cultural heritage.

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Contents Getting Here............16 Must See..................18 Attractions.............. 24 Dining & Shopping... 34 Lodging................... 46 Agri-Tourism........... 56

Produced for the Rock Hill / York County Convention and Visitors Bureau.

Project assisted by City of Rock Hill and York County Accommodations and Hospitality Tax Programs

STAFF Lisa Meadows, Executive Director Rebekah Ardis, Travel Sales Manager

Visitor Info.............. 62

Sonja Burris, Communications Manager

Events..................... 66

Andy Clinton, Visitor Information Specialist

Coupons.................. 69

Auvis Cole, Sports Sales Manager Mikki Rentschler, Director of Finance & Administration Trina Ricks, Visitor Center Specialist

Visit the SC Welcome Centers for traveler assistance.

York County Visitors Center 452 S. Anderson Road, Rock Hill, SC 29730 Tf: 888.702.1320 Rock Hill/York County Convention and Visitors Bureau P.O. Box 11377, Rock Hill, SC 29731 Ph: 803.329.5200 Tf: 888.702.1320 Fx: 803.329.0145

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Getting Here Charlotte/ Douglas International Airport, the bridge between the Carolinas and the world, is located in the middle of the Carolinas, along I-77. The airport offers non-stop service to over 120 destinations worldwide.

Only 10 minutes south of Charlotte, N.C., York County is the northernmost county in the Olde English District region of South Carolina.

Getting to York County is easy with convenient access via national highways US 21, US 321 and the Interstate I-77. It is also serviced by I-85 which intersects I-77 just 12 miles north of the county line.

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Must Sees

Your visit to York County wouldn’t be complete without checking out these wonderful attractions.

Whether you’re exploring history or going horseback riding, riding rollercoasters or going downstream on a kayak adventure, York County has something for everyone.

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Historic Brattonsville......................................................................... 19 Experience Living History

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Glencairn Garden.............................................................................. 19 Where the beauty blooms year-round!

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Museum of York County................................................................. 20 Discover an adventure in your own backyard! Visit the new Naturalist Center at the Museum of York County

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Narroway Theatre & Conference Center................................... 20 Live theatre and dinner with hilarious comedy and chilling drama

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Carowinds........................................................................................... 21 Carowinds-2 States = 2x’s the Fun!

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Kings Mountain National Military Park......................................... 21 Where a wilderness battle changed a nation forever!

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Catawba Indian Cultural Center................................................... 22 “Tanake” means hello in the language of the Catawba Indians.

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Anne Springs Close Greenway..................................................... 22 Pristine land filled with spacious forests, rambling terrain, shimmering lakes and rolling pastures

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Canaan Zipline Canopy Tour......................................................... 23 Zip through the trees above the forest floor

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Kings Mountain State Park............................................................. 23 A South Carolina State Park

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MUST SEES

Historic Brattonsville I-77 / Exit 82B 1444 Brattonsville Road McConnells, SC 29726 803.684.2327 www.chmuseums.org See n o our adside the In nt o Fr r Cove

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Before supermarkets, microwaves and iPods, how did Carolinians live? Learn how people farmed the land, cooked their food and entertained themselves in the 1800s at Historic Brattonsville, a 775-acre Revolutionary War living history site. Take part in interesting monthly themed programs and regular special events.

More than 30 historic structures chronicle the Carolina Piedmont from the 1750s-1840s. Historical farming techniques and day-to-day activities are presented by costumed interpreters year-round.

Rare breeds of farm animals such as Gulf Coast sheep, Devon cattle and Ossabaw Island hogs are cared for here, just as they were hundreds of years ago. Historic Brattonsville is one of the few sites offering African-American historic interpretation.

The Walt Schrader Trails, an 8.5 mile network of backcountry paths, crosses land steeped in local history and geographic diversity.

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Tue - Sat, 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; Sunday, 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.

Closed on Monday’s, New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day Living History Saturdays year round ADMISSION:

Adult, $6; Senior, $5; Youth ages 4-17, $3; 3 and younger free.

Prices and hours subject to change. No pets allowed

Glencairn Garden

For over 50 years, award-winning Glencairn Garden has displayed nature’s finest colors, textures, and shapes. The newest addition, the Children’s Garden, offers children an educational experience as they explore the many facets of garden life. Glencairn’s 11 acres include a Veterans Garden, showcase gardens, tiered fountains, ponds, boardwalks, a performance stage and beautiful flowerfilled walkways. Visitors can see azaleas, dogwoods, wisteria, crape myrtles, camellias, annuals, hardwood trees and more.

I-77/Exit 82B 725 Crest Street Rock Hill, SC 29730 (Corner of Crest Street and Charlotte Avenue) 803.329.5620 www.rockhillrocks.com

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Peak bloom period: last week of March through mid April.

Handicap access is available.

Open dawn until dusk. No admission charge.

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Museum of York County I-77 / Exit 82C 4621 Mount Gallant Road Rock Hill, SC 29732 803.329.2121 www.chmuseums.org

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The Museum of York County is the new home to a lifelike reproduction of a carnivorous dinosaur, Coelophysis, that likely lived in the eastern United States during the Late Triassic Period. The extraordinarily model stands four feet tall and is featured in a display depicting the Carolina Piedmont landscape 220 million years ago.

The Museum of York County’s newly-renovated Settlemyre Planetarium is the only fully digital planetarium in the Charlotte metro area. It offers viewers unlimited travel throughout the solar system.

Our Naturalist Center offers access to diverse natural history specimens with more than 200 mounted African animals, rocks, minerals and plants. The Vernon Grant Gallery is devoted to the creator of Kellogg’s Rice Krispies characters Snap! Crackle!

Pop! The Museum Store offers a variety of unique gifts. NEW exhibit, “Life: A Journey Through Time” will run from October 2014-May 2015.

HOURS: Tue-Sat, 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Sunday, 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.

Closed Mondays, New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. ADMISSION: Free on Sundays; Monday – Saturday, Adult, $5;

Senior, $4; Youth ages 4-17, $3; 3 and younger, free. Prices and hours subject to change.

NarroWay Theatre & Conference Center Hilarious comedy and chilling drama in funfilled interactive performances are NarroWay’s trademarks. With dinner theatres, epic biblical productions, mystery theatres, tours, field trips, and spectacular holiday events, NarroWay has a host of activities your groups will talk about for years to come!

Conveniently located only one-half mile from I-77 Exit 90, NarroWay Theatre and Conference Center showcases cutting-edge technology, special effects, camels and other live animals, and a brilliant cast – all in a beautiful, comfortable, indoor environment!

I-77 / Exit 90 3327 Highway 51 Fort Mill, SC 29715 803.802.2300 www.narroway.net

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SHOW SCHEDULE:

Fridays and Saturdays all year Friday 6:30 p.m.

Saturday Noon and 5:00 p.m.

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Carowinds Amusement and Water Park I-77/Exit 90 14523 Carowinds Boulevard Charlotte, NC 28273 803.548.5300 / 704.588.2600 www.carowinds.com r See oun ad o ck the Baer Cov

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NC/SC border. Thrill Capital of the Southeast! 398-acre thrill park filled with so much fun and excitement it can’t be contained in one state! Featuring over 50 rides, shows, and attractions, including 13 world-class roller coasters, like Intimidator™ – the tallest, fastest, longest coaster in the Southeast! New for 2014 two awesome NEW waterslides to add to the fun of Boomerang Bay the 20 acre water park included with the price of admission. All new Live Shows, and new dining options all combine to make it the best day ever!

VISIT WWW.CAROWINDS.COM FOR INFORMATION.

President Herbert Hoover declared the battlefield at Kings Mountain to be “a place of inspiring memories.” It is the place that changed the course of history for South Carolina and the United States. The park preserves the entire battlefield in a natural setting evocative of the Carolina frontier of 1780, commemorating one of the most important Patriot victories of the American Revolution. The park includes a 1.5 mile battlefield trail that is a walking-only trail dotted with monuments and markers, including the second oldest battlefield monument (1815) in the U.S. (the Chronicle Marker); a film presentation; a museum exhibit area with battlefield artifacts; a gift shop and bookstore; and a hiking trail. There is a backcountry campsite approximately three miles from the visitor center, and horse trails are also available for visitors who bring their own horses.

Kings Mountain National Military Park I-85 / Exit 2 or I-77 / Hwy 161 2625 Park Road Blacksburg, SC 29702 864.936.7921 www.nps.gov/kimo

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HOURS: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. daily; visitor center hours are extended on Saturday and Sunday to 6 p.m. from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Years Day. ADMISSION: Free (pets are allowed on a leash)

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Catawba Indian Cultural Center I-77/Exit 79 1536 Tom Stevens Road Rock Hill, SC 29730 803.328.2427 www.ccppcrafts.com

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Experience Rock Hill’s Native American Culture and share in the many traditions of the YE ISWA…The people of the River. The Catawba Cultural Preservation Project (CCPP) maintains a living treasure of tremendous worth. The Center is housed in the only remaining Reservation Schoolhouse. Visit the Cultural Center which includes a crafts store, featuring unique hand crafted Catawba pottery and other Native American Tribes crafts.

New and improved exhibits offer an educational glimpse into the Catawba past. Experience the picturesque half mile walking trail along an 18th century wagon trail to end at the scenic banks of the Catawba River. Call to ask about cost and minimum group rates for our 2 hour cultural programs which include history, language, pottery demo, drumming and dancing.

HOURS: Open Monday-Saturday, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Closed most holidays.

ADMISSIONS: Free. Donations accepted.

Anne Springs Close Greenway Opened to the community in 1995, the Anne Springs Close Greenway strives to provide opportunities for recreation, education and fitness on over 2,100 acres of preserved land in historic Fort Mill, South Carolina. The Greenway features 40 miles of trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding; a recreation complex equipped with a pool and fitness center; a restored 1940’s dairy barn; a 125-foot suspension bridge; two 200-year-old log cabins; the historic Springfield House; and a replica grist mill modeled after the historic Garrison-Webb Grist Mill.

1-77 / Exit 88 1604 Highway 21 Bypass Fort Mill, SC 29715 803.547.4575 www.ASCGreenway.org

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HOURS: Greenway gates open at 7:00 a.m. and

close at sunset, seven days a week (weather permitting). Dogs on a leash are allowed on the Greenway. No motorized equipment of any kind is allowed on trails.

ADMISSION: Free to members. Daily admission

fees for non-members are $3 for hiking, $5 for mountain biking and $15 for horseback riding.

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Canaan Zipline Canopy Tour I-77/Exit 82C 3111 Sand Island Road Rock Hill, SC 29732 803.327.6932 www.canaanzipline.com

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This 2 1/2 to 3 hour exhilarating adventure offers thrill seekers, the unique opportunity to zip through the trees on a network of cables and sky-bridges suspended high above the forest floor, criss-crossing the beautiful Catawba River. Our friendly and experienced guides will give you a detailed safety orientation before you are outfitted with your equipment for the tour.

Your adventure begins by climbing a 70 foot tower, giving you a bird’s-eye view of the Catawba River and the surrounding areas! You will glide through 100 year-old oaks, poplars and river birches; traverse a sky-bridge; hike three short nature trails zip across the river 6 different times. Zip up to 25mph on our 900ft zip and finish the tour with a zip through the wild oak forest at the end of the island. Designed for guests who are in reasonably good health, our zipline tour is a thrilling experience for first-timers as well as high-adventure enthusiast.

Call for reservations, tours run Friday - Sunday, Year Round.

Minimum weight is 75lbs, max weight is 265lbs.

Kings Mountain State Park Kings Mountain State Park is a 6,883-acre retreat on the fast growing Interstate 85 corridor. The park has 2 lakes and several streams for fishing and almost 35 miles of hiking and equestrian trails. The park has a 19th century living history farm and 115 campsites with individual water and electrical hookups, plus 10 rustic tent sites. Camps Cherokee and York provide for large groups and feature rustic cabins, a dining hall and bathhouses. A 15-site campground is designated for equestrian users. Pets must be on a leash or other physical restraint at all times. An admission fee applies to day visitors age 16 and older.

1-85 / Exit 2 1277 Park Road Blacksburg, SC 29702 803.222.3209 / 1.866.345.PARK www.southcarolinaparks.com

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HOURS: (Standard Time) Daily 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

(Daylight Savings Time) Daily 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

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Attractions York County is the perfect place to dive into history, culture, arts and entertainment. Whether you are a Native American history buff, passionate about arts and gardens or looking for the next big thrill, York County has something for you.

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Giordana Velodrome

Piedmont Medical Center Trail and Mountain Bike Trails Herrons Ferry Road Rock Hill, SC 29732 Ph: 803.329.5620 www.rockhillrocks.com

Come enjoy the Piedmont Medical Center Trail at the Rock Hill Outdoor Center at Riverwalk. This linear 2 ½ mile asphalt trail offers scenic views of the Catawba River and a great location for outdoor activities! Located near the trailhead is a canoe/kayak launch. The trailhead is also the starting point for several miles of mountain bike trails with three levels of difficulty. These recreation amenities, along with other cycling and outdoor venues, make up the Rock Hill Outdoor Center. More venues are planned for the future.

Giordana Velodrome

1000 Riverwalk Parkway (off of Cherry Rd./Hwy. 21) Rock Hill, SC 29732 Ph: 803.326.BIKE (326.2453) www.giordanavelodrome.com This 250 meter world-class Velodrome with its 42.5 degree banked turns is part of the Rock Hill Outdoor Center at Riverwalk. The Giordana Velodrome, endorsed by USA Cycling, hosts national and UCI caliber events while introducing the local community to the Olympic sport of track

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cycling through weekly race series and lap challenges, rider development programs, and outreach programs. This year-round facility offers programs for cyclists of all stages and ages, providing equipment and instruction. A certification process is required of all cyclists, regardless of cycling ability, before riding on the track – ensuring a safe experience for everyone. The Giordana Velodrome also serves as a gathering place for a variety of non-cycling activities and special events - making use of the facility’s 31,000 square foot infield. This venue, along with other cycling and outdoor venues make up the Rock Hill Outdoor Center. More venues are planned for the future.

Main Street Children’s Museum

Main Street Children’s Museum 133 E. Main Street Rock Hill, SC 29730 Ph: 803.327.6400 www.chmuseums.org

Make-believe in the pumpkin house, climb to the tip-top of the tree house and sail on the magic ship. Enjoy memory-making family experiences and engage your young child in creative, developmental play. Main Street Children’s Museum is inspired by the artwork of American illustrator Vernon Grant, who lived and worked in Rock Hill. Bobbie’s Place children’s store offers fun and educational gifts and toys. Open Tuesday-Saturday, 10:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. and Sunday, 1:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m.

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McCelvey Center

212 East Jefferson Street York, SC 29745 Ph: 803.684.3948 www.chmuseums.org This grand historical building houses a 500-seat theater, which hosts the McCelvey Center Southern Sound Series.

It is home to the Southern Revolutionary War Institute and the Historical Center of York County, which provides opportunities for genealogical and historical research through its extensive collections and special programs.

Open Monday-Friday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

2nd Saturday of Month 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Comporium Telephone Museum

117 Elk Avenue, Rock Hill, SC 29730 (between Main Street and Black Street, next to Kinch’s Restaurant) Ph: 803.324.4030 www.comporium.com Spend an hour or so learning about the history of communications as well as a little history of Rock Hill, SC. • Free Admission • Fun for family members of all ages • Groups welcome – call 803-324-4030 for group reservations • Hands-on learning experiences with videos and audio devices • See the telephone booth, Mack truck and switchboard • Open Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

The White Home

258 E. White Street, Rock Hill, SC 29730 Ph: 803.329.1020 www.historicrockhill.com Built in 1839, in what is now the historic East Town District, the White Home was one of the first homes constructed in Rock Hill, South Carolina. In 2005, after five generations of the White family caring for this treasure, Historic Rock Hill purchased the property and began a five year restoration effort. The present-day site is a house museum that spans more than 3 acres and includes the main house and out-buildings. Today this beautiful three acre site includes a house museum with a collection of historic photographs and documents and a gift shop featuring local artisans. A gift shop features local artisans and South Carolina products. The home is also the base of operations for Historic Rock Hill and it serves as a venue for community events.

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The White Home Sylvia Theatre

27 North Congress Street, York, SC 29745 Ph: 803.684.5590 www.sylviatheater.com The last time the building was used for entertainment, was in 1968...it has gone through many “metamorphosed” incarnations...as a movie house, a hotel, a storage building and as a teacher’s supply shop. The owner saw the unrealized potential and architectural integrity of the 100 year old building, coupled that with his desire to provide a venue for the singer-songwriters in this particular area and proceeded to purchase and personally renovate it. After completely redoing the interior and adding some nice touches, this theatre has been brought back to her well deserved status as a place to enjoy the arts.

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A R E A AT T R A C T I O N S The Sylvia Theatre

Center for the Arts

121 E. Main Street, Rock Hill, SC 29730 Ph: 803.328.2787 www.yorkcountyarts.org Located in historic Old Town Rock Hill, the Center for the Arts is housed in two restored 100-year old buildings.

The Center houses the offices of the Arts Council of York County, the Dalton Gallery, and the Perimeter and Edmund Lewandowski Classroom Galleries, and private artist studios. The Dalton Gallery features 7-8 exhibitions each year from local, regional, national and international artists, which are free & open to the public. The Center for the Arts offers space for workshops, receptions, special occasions, meetings and small performances.

The Gettys Art Center

Gettys Art Center

201 E. Main Street, Rock Hill, SC 29730 Ph: 803.328.2787 www.yorkcountyarts.org The Gettys Art Center, managed by the Arts Council of York County, is located in Old Town Rock Hill. It is a true arts destination for York County, as it is home to the Rock Hill Pottery Center, the SC Arts Alliance headquarters, Social (a full-service design house), The Cordial Churchman (custom bowties), the Friday Arts Project, Hill City Church and artist studios. Also housed in this historic building is the renovated historic Courtroom, a perfect place to host receptions, meetings or any other special occasion.

Museum of Western York County

3716 Woodlawn Street, Sharon, SC 29742 Ph: 803.927.0700 www.museumofwesternyorkcounty.org The Museum sits in a rural setting on the edge of the town of Sharon and offers visitors an insight into local history.

Here the culture and heritage of Western York County are presented through a wide variety of memorabilia ranging from rough plows to delicate glassware. As a joint effort between the town of Sharon and the Broad River Basin Historical Society, the museum consists of six galleries, a library and a classroom. Open Sunday 3:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m. or by appointment.

Community Performance Center

249 E. Main Street, Rock Hill, SC 29730 Ph: 803.328.2787 www.yorkcountyarts.org The Community Performance Center contains a state of the art 150-seat auditorium, gallery space, and two professional dance studios. A variety of music, theatre and dance performances are featured here throughout the year. The Arts Council of York County’s performing arts series hosts a number of national and regional musical performances from August through May, as well as the Underexposed Film Festival YC in November and Underexposed Film Series throughout the year.

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River Park

Lake Wylie and Ebenezer Park

River Park

Water recreation is an integral life-style of York County.

With 325 miles of shoreline, Lake Wylie is ideal for boating, fishing, water skiing and sailing. Since portions of this lake lie in both North and South Carolina, fishermen are advised to obtain proper licenses. The temperate, yet wonderfully distinct, seasonal changes not only enhance the area’s beauty, but also afford year-round enjoyment of outdoor pastimes. Pack a picnic and watch the sunset from lakeside shelters or take to the lake for fishing and recreational boating. Stay overnight at one of Ebenezer Park’s campsights, or launch a canoe from River Park.

Get away from life’s hectic pace with a stroll on 3.5+ miles of scenic trails at River Park. This seventy-acre park along the Catawba River, also includes a kayak/canoe launch, an outdoor classroom, picnic tables and a large picnic shelter.

Trails include the River Trail along the Catawba River and the Wetlands Trail – both are handicapped accessible.

The Waterford Trail connects River Park to the nearby Waterford Business Park. River Park is the perfect setting to learn about the delicate balance between man and his natural resources. Open daily 8am – 6pm October to February and 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. March to September.

Winthrop Lake and Recreation Facilities

Cherry Park

1162 Eden Terrace, Rock Hill, SC 29733 Ph: 803.323.2129 • www.winthrop.edu

1466 Cherry Road, Rock Hill, SC 29732 Ph: 803.329.5672 • www.rockhillrocks.com

This impressive recreational and research complex surrounds Winthrop Lake and is located approximately one mile from the main campus. Facilities include the Winthrop Coliseum, as well as baseball, softball, tennis, soccer and track complexes, an outdoor education center, a protected Piedmont wetlands, and several recreational fields. A challenging 18-hole disc golf course has been the site of U.S. and World Disc Golf championships. A driving range, where visitors may hit and retrieve their own golf balls, is located near the Winthrop Ballpark. The one-mile loop around the lake, is one of approximately five miles of walking and bike trails that criss-cross the complex and conveniently connect to Rock Hill’s public trails.

Cherry Park is Rock Hill’s state-of-the-art recreational complex where five softball/baseball fields and five multipurpose fields draw crowds to games throughout the year.

This 68-acre facility includes a playground, picnic tables and grills, a large covered picnic shelter, an enclosed shelter for informal gatherings, and a 1.5 mile lighted, secured walking, biking and jogging trail. Admission is free. Fees are charged to attend weekend softball tournaments.

Gracing the entrance to the softball/baseball fields is a 14-foot bronze sculpture modeled after the legendary ballplayer, Mighty Casey.

4490 Boatshore Road, Rock Hill, SC 29730 Ph: 803.366.6620 • www.yorkcountygov.com

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1782 Quality Circle, Rock Hill, SC 29730 Ph: 803.329.5620 • www.rockhillrocks.com

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A R E A AT T R A C T I O N S Rock Hill Tennis Center

Manchester Meadows

337 E. Mount Gallant Road, Rock Hill, SC 29730 Ph: 803.326.3792 • www.rockhillrocks.com This 70-acre park will delight everyone from the avid soccer player or fan, to the walking enthusiast. Manchester Meadows features six regulation and two championship soccer fields, stadium seating for 1,500, and a soccer pavilion with concessions, rest rooms, park offices, and a multi-purpose meeting space. But, it’s much more than just soccer! The park also provides a large Lake Pavilion, picnic tables and grills, a playground, and trails that wind around creeks and lead to the Manchester Village shopping area, restaurants and hotels. Manchester Meadows can host a variety of functions -- from a sports tournament to a family reunion or a corporate meeting.

Rock Hill Tennis Center

897 Maplewood Lane, Rock Hill, SC 29730 Ph: 803.326.3842 • www.rockhillrocks.com This top-notch facility is designed for tennis enthusiasts and tournament play. It consists of 11 regulation courts, one of which is a championship court with stadium seating. Additional features include an observation deck, a pro-shop and concession area. Public play, memberships and lessons are available. Additional courts are nearby for tournaments.

NEW! Novant Health BMX Supercross Track

1303 Riverwalk Parkway Rock Hill, SC 29730 Ph: 803.325.2630 • www.novanthealthbmx.com The Novant Health BMX Supercross Track opened in late summer 2014. Located at the Rock Hill Outdoor Center at Riverwalk, it is the only Olympic-caliber training facility on the East coast, and one of only a handful in the United States. The facility has both an amateur and an elite supercross ramp. The site will host local, state, regional, national and UCI caliber events while providing instruction, events, races and programs for all ages and skill level from beginner to the elite athlete. Two lighted multipurpose ball fields are also located at the track site for programming and tournament use.

NEW! Rock Hill Outdoor Center Greens Riverwalk Parkway Rock Hill, SC 29730 Ph: 803.329.5620

This big open green space at the Rock Hill Outdoor Center is perfect for passive recreation and free play activities.

Why not bring a frisbee, kite or beach ball to toss around?

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A R E A AT T R A C T I O N S NarrowWay Productions

Fort Mill History Museum

310 North White Street, Fort Mill, SC 29715 Ph: 803.802.3646 • www.FortMillHistoryMuseum.org The Fort Mill History Museum is formed to provide a place where local history is collected and research is performed so people can visit and actively participate in the preservation and enjoyment of the past. The museum will collect, display and preserve all necessary artifacts, cultural writings, documents, photographs, film footage and related historical treasures that contributed to the development of Fort Mill, South Carolina and its outlying locales.

This collection will be used to educate and give a tangible understanding of the stages of development of the town, its people and industry. Programs will be provided that enhance the understanding and education of local history both within the museum and to external locations such as historical tours/sites, schools and civic organizations.

Admission Rates: Adults 19 and up - $5.00 Students 7 - 18 - $2.00 Children 6 and under free (2 children per paid Adult or $2.00/per child) Museum Members free NARM participant Hours: Wed - Sat 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

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DINING &

Shopping Proud of its central location in the heart of the Carolinas, York County is the perfect base to discover Southern hospitality and cuisine. From gifts shops to traditional tables, you will find a selection of York County’s best kept secrets.

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DINING KEY (ave. entree price) $-$5 $$-$10 $$$-$15 $$$$-$20

Town of Clover www.cloversc.org The charming community of Clover, located in northwestern York County, offers an excellent quality of life in a perfect small-town setting. Area residents and visitors enjoy Clover’s downtown. There are quaint shops and restaurants, and at the center of town is the impressive Larne Building, which serves as a community meeting and events center. Beautiful churches serve a multi-denominational faith community. Within Clover’s town limits, there are two parks for the public to enjoy—Clover Community Park and Roosevelt Park.

Jackson’s Kitchen - $$ 304 N Main Street 803.222.7767 • www.jacksonskitchen.com Victoria’s Diner - $ 102 N Main Street 803.222.3310

Best China Chinese Restaurant - $ 5243 Highway 557 803.831.5540

Chinese Kitchen - $ 982 Bethel Street 803.222.8888

Eagle’s Nest - $

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507 N Main Street 803.222.7461 • www.eaglesnestrestaurant.net

Courtney’s BBQ - $$ 1166 Highway 55 803.222.5900 • www.courtneysbbq.com

853 Bethel Street 803.222.8885

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Jin Jin Chinese Restaurant - $

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Patti-O-Grill - $$ 1007 Old N Main Street 803.222.4467 • www.pattiogrill.com Clover Grill - $ 837 Bethel Street 803.222.8990

Clover Station - $ 105 N. Main St. 803.222.1500

El Mexicano - $$ 401 N. Main Street 803.222.1838 • www.elmexicanoclover.com Kountry Kettle - $ 929 N. Main Street 803.810.0275

Good things Consignments and More

104 South Main Street 803.222.1212 The clothes look new, and there are many designer labels. The furnishings are the better furniture lines.

High Cotton Antiques & Folk

212 S. Main Street 803.222.5045 6,000 square feet of antiques and collectibles, specializing in primitives, Edgefield and other Southern pottery.

The Palmetto House

306 N. Main Street 803.222.1125 • www.palmettohouse.com Large variety of fresh flowers, plants and gift items and two Master Designers on staff. We can create the perfect tribute for any occasion.

Nagoya Japanese Restaurant - $$ 853 Bethel Street 803.222.8883 • www.nagoyajapanese.com Pop-Pop’s Pizza - $ 824 N. Main Street 803.610.0022

The Pizza Man & Games - $$ 107 Bethel Street 803.222.3343 • www.thepizzamanandgames.com Bear’s Den - $ 210 N Highway 161 803.222.0015 Steve Coopers Coop - $

1150 Highway 274 803.831.7149

Shopping Boyd’s Furniture

116 N. Main Street 803.222.2457 • www.boydsofclover.com Living room suites, dining sets, complete bedrooms including mattresses, sofa sleepers, recliners, chairs, accessories and much more. Our friendly staff will give you the personalized attention.

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Town of Fort Mill www.fortmillsc.gov Fort Mill is a friendly and convenient place to visit and browse. The historic downtown area still retains its small town atmosphere and charm of the Old South.

The shops and locally-owned restaurants are a treat for visitors of all ages. Enjoy the sun or the shade at Confederate Park, a one-acre park located on Main Street. The park is a downtown jewel, with benches, historic statues, a historic bandstand and a cannon that is fired every Fourth of July. On the opposite side of interstate 77, you will find the thriving community of Baxter Village. With sidewalk cafés, pubs and several unique shopping experiences throughout, Baxter Village is a great place to enjoy an afternoon or evening.

Dining Captain Steve’s Seafood Restaurant - $$ 1975 Highway 21 Bypass 803.547.2340

Cupcrazed Cakery - $$

936 Market Street 803.396.7372 • www.cupcrazed.com

Akahana Asian Bistro - $$ 940 Market Street, Ste. 120 803.548.0036 • www.akahanabaxtervillage.com Fish Market - $$$$ 990 Market Street 803.547.4024 • www.fishmarketbarandgrill.com Fratelli Ristorante & Pizzeria - $$$ 975 Market Street, Ste. 101 803.802.4449 • www.fratellibaxter.com

Big Wok - $

1750 Highway 160 W Ste. 107 803.547.5565

Fort Mill BBQ Company - $$

737 Stockbridge Drive 803.548.7400 • www.fmbbq.com Fort Mill BBQ Company is locally owned & operated, specializing in “Catered Southern Cuisine”.

Established in early 2009, our staple menu items include the following: BBQ , Smokehouse Chicken Leg Quarters, Burgers, Beef Brisket, Smoked Turkey, Spare Ribs, Wings (smoked & fried), Beer Brats, Italians Sausages, Fried Bologna, Philly’s, etc.

Jump n’ Java Café - $$

1646 W Highway 160, Ste. F 803.547.1122

Passion 8 Bistro - $$$ 3415 Highway 51 803.802.7455 • www.passion8bistro.com Red Bowl Asian Bistro - $$

845 Stockbridge Drive 803.802.5666 • www.RedBowlTegaCay.com

Local Dish - $$$

217 Main Street 803.547.2201 • www.localdishfortmill.com

Six Pence Pub - $$ 993 Market Street 803.802.5885 • www.sixpencepub.com John Boy’s Chicken & Ribs - $$ 140 Spratt Street 803.547.7477

Village Pizza & Italian Restaurant - $$ 773 Crossroads Plaza 803.547.7770

Roasting Oven & Grill - $$ 855 Gold Hill Road 803.548.4122 • www.roastingovenandgrill.com MaggieMoo’s Ice Cream & Treatery - $$ 753 Crossroads Plaza 803.548.6244 • www.maggiemoos.com

De Marco’s Italian Grill - $$$ 1741 Gold Hill Road 803.802.3223 • www.demarcositalianrestaurant.com

Towne Tavern At Fort Mill - $$$

Culvers - $$ 325 Carowinds Boulevard 803.548.6080 • www.culvers.com

China East - $

Didee’s Diner - $ 8637 Charlotte Highway 803.547.3143

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2000 Highway 160 W. 803.802.2340 1350 S Carolina 160 803.802.7737

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Digby’s Pizza - $$

Saiki Japanese Steakhouse - $

Empire Pizza - $$ 1504 Carolina Place Drive 803.547.1302 · www.empirepizzabar.com

Shopping

200 Dobys Bridge Road #116 803.548.5481 · www.digbyspizza.com

Fort Mill Family Restaurant - $ 1358 Highway 160 E 803.548.2336

Wing King - $$ 200 Dobys Bridge Road, Ste 164 803.802.1888 · www.wingkingcafe.net

709 Crossroads Plaza 803.631.2111

Birds of a Feather

1642 Highway 160 West, Ste. 102 803.802.3777 • www.birdsofafeatherboutique.com Nineteen different themes; gifts, home décor, baby, Made in America, fresh flowers, etc.

Blue Rose Pottery

Ocean Palace - $$

414 Tom Hall Street 803.547.4200 · www.oceanpalaceonline.com

1683 Katy Lane 803.802.8966 • www.bluerosepottery.com Blue Rose Polish Pottery features handmade Polish Pottery in a mix and match assortment of traditional and contemporary patterns. All of our pieces are great for everyday or just to collect.

RC Sandbar - $$

Chirp ‘n Chatter

410 Highway 21 Bypass 803.548.0044 · www.rcsandbar.com

Savannah’s Tea Room - $$

124 Confederate Street 803.835.0580 · www.savannahsroom.com

Bruster’s Ice Cream- $

2603 W Highway 160 803.548.4070 · www.brusters.com

China II - $ 757 Crossroads Plaza 803.547.1935 Carmella’s Pizza Grill - $$

3150 Highway 21, Ste. 110 803.802.4404

Cloud Nine Martini - $$$ 940 Market Street, Ste. 116 803.396.1439

Los Aztecas - $ 100 Fort Mill Square 803.396.5515 The Flipside Café - $$$

3150 Highway 21, Ste. 112 803.802.1711 · www.theflipsidecafesc.com

Regent Park Café - $

3071 Highway 21 Bypass 100 803.802.2233

805 Crossroads Plaza 803.802.6677 • www.birdsandsquirrels.com Local backyard nature store carrying bird houses, bat, butterfly and ladybug homes, bird and butterfly feeders, bird baths and accessories.

The Peach Stand

1325 Highway 160 West 803.547.7563 • www.peachstand.com Fresh produce grown locally, a store with gourmet items, a custom butcher shop, a restaurant and deli, a bakery and an ice cream shop too. Peaches available for purchase online!

Lake Wylie, SC www.lakewyliesc.com Nestled on the northwest shore of 13,433 acre Lake Wylie, it is ideally situated for both work and play. A wide variety of dining options, including waterside dining, make it a popular visitor location in the region.

Recreation is an integral part of the Lake Wylie lifestyle. With 325 miles of shoreline, the lake is ideal for boating, fishing, water skiing and sailing. The mild climate, yet wonderfully distinct seasonal changes not only enhance the area’s beauty but also afford yearround enjoyment of golf, tennis and bicycling.

Dining T-Bones on the Lake - $$$

3990 Charlotte Highway 803.831.0170 • www.tbonesonthelake.com Fine steaks highlight the menu. Dine on the deck with a view of the lake. Number one in food and fun!

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Sweetwater Sports Bar & Grill - $$

4582 Charlotte Highway 803.831.1788 • www.sweetwatersportsbarandgrill.com

Sasaki Japanese Steakhouse - $

4543 Charlotte Highway 803.548.74.37

City of Tega Cay www.tegacaysc.org Tega Cay is located on a peninsula on Lake Wylie, which is twenty miles south of Uptown Charlotte and five miles north of Downtown Rock Hill. The name Tega Cay is Polynesian for “Beautiful Peninsula.”

Dining Casual Water at Tega Cay - $$$$ 15083 Molokai Drive 803.548.3500 • www.casualwaterattc.com Toast Café- $ Rey Azteca - $$

2429 Highway 160 W 803.548.1440 • www.toastcafeonline.com/tegacay

Café 49 - $

City of Rock Hill / Old Town

4052 Charlotte Highway 803.831.9277 • www.reyaztecamexicanfood.com

4516 Charlotte Highway 803.631.5350

Christopher’s Bar & Grill - $$

1500 Village Harbor Drive 803.831.2461 • www.christopherslakewylie.com

Lake Wylie Coffeehouse - $

4937 Charlotte Highway 803.656.5700

Lake Wylie Italian and Pizza - $$ 4052 Charlotte Highway, Ste. 105 803.831.0855

Bagel Boat - $

4090 Charlotte Highway 803.831.5995 • www.bagelboat.com

Cherry Sushi-Grill-Bar - $$ 4034 Charlotte Highway 803.831.9594

Q2U BBQ Pit and Catering - $$ 4052 Charlotte Highway 803.831.8883 • www.Q-2-U.com

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cityofrockhill.com or onlyinoldtown.com The original Rock Hill is known as Old Town, an area of approximately 1.5 miles surrounding downtown.

Residents and visitors alike can explore Rock Hill’s history on the Old Town Historic Walking Tour. This free tour encourages participants to step back in time, stroll through Old Town, and let the city’s history come to life.

Old Town boasts Old Town Market, an all-local market where the community comes together to support local farmers, artisans and musicians. Several festivals are also held in Old Town each year. These festivals include St. Patrick’s Day on Main, Red, White & BOOM!, the Blues & Jazz Festival, Oktoberfest and ChristmasVille, to name a few. They are punctuated with races, fireworks, parades and art crawls throughout the year. Concerts are held in Old Town each summer as part of the Old Town Amphitheater Concert Series. Past performers have included The Marshall Tucker Band, The Charlie Daniels Band, Sister Hazel, Wynonna and the Big Noise and Rick Springfield.

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The Vault - $

Amici Italian Lovin’ Oven - $$$

157 E Main Street 803.980.1150

Millstone Pizza & Taphouse - $$

Cheesecake Carousel - $$ 149 E. White Street 803.327.5700 • www.cheesecakecarousel.com

Ichiro Japanese Restaurant - $

1435 Riverchase Boulevard 803.980.1688

El Caribe Sunset Café - $$

Pier 51 Seafood Restaurant - $$ 3921 Mount Gallant Road 803.980.1234 • www.pier51seafood.com

Culina

Southern Salads & Sandwich Company - $ 1724 Ebenezer Road 803.981.9222 • southernsaladsandsandwichcompany.com

2732 Celanese Road 803.328.6836 • www.amicilovinoven.com

121 Caldwell Street, Ste. 103 803.980.2337 • www.millstonepizzaandtap.com 203 Cherry Road 803.980.5972 • www.ichirorockhill.com

1051 Oakland Avenue 803.366.7272

295 Herlong Avenue - $$$ 803.323.5000 • www.restaurantculina.com

Ebenezer Grill - $ 1525 Ebenezer Road 803.327.6700 • ebenezergrill.com Hampton Street Café - $$

140 E. Main Street 803.329.3663 • www.hamptonstreetcafe.com

Jackson’s Cafeteria - $ 1735 Heckle Boulevard 803.366.6860

Kinch’s Restaurant - $

123 Elk Avenue 803.327.4923 • www.kinchsrestaurant.com

Mary’s Cafe - $$

1349 Firetower Road 803.324.3929 • www.maryscafeonline.com

McHale’s Irish Pub - $$ 122 E Main Street 803.329.8580 • www.mchalesirishpub.com Michael’s Rock Hill Grille - $$$$

1039 Charlotte Avenue.

803.985.3663 • www.michaelsrockhillgrille.com

Nishie G’s Café - $

706 Mount Gallant Road 803.366.4711 • www.nishiegs.com

Nishie G’s Café - $

727 Dilworth Lane, Ste. 105 803.366.4733 • www.nishiegs.com

Delicacy Chinese Bistro - $$

The Varsity Restaurant - $

108 Oakland Avenue 803.328.3110

The Yolk - $$

1204 Mount Gallant Road 803.792.4449 • www.theyolkcafe.com

Thi’s Place On Main - $$

210 E Main Street 803.328.8447 • www.thisplaceonmain.com

HoneyBaked Ham - $$

2349-61 Cherry Road 803.326.1000 • www.honeybakedonline.com

Newk’s Eatery - $$

2338 Dave Lyle Boulevard 803.324.6200 • newks.com Newk’s Express Café units provide a tantalizing variety of made-to-order menu choices, available for comfortable in-café dining or for convenient pick-up.

P W’s Gourmet Ice Cream - $$

491 S Herlong Avenue 803.366.7777

Luigi & Sons Italian Restaurant - $$

2387 Cherry Road 803.328.3449 • www.luigiandsonspizza.com

Five & Dine Restaurant - $$

135 E Main Street 803.328.3463 • www.eatatfiveanddine.com

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Amélie’s French Bakery - $$

157 E Main Street 803.403.9409 • www.ameliesfrenchbakery.com

White Horse Ltd - $$

1022 Camden Avenue 803.328.2172 • www.whitehorseonline.com

TC’s Shaved Ice - $

5203 Old York Road 803.366.3555

Shopping A Lasting Touch Antiques and Gifts

2210 India Hook Road 803.324.5503 • www.alastingtouch.com Various antiques, artwork, books, china, collectibles, figurines, gifts, as well as a full furniture restoration shop.

Alta

355 Herlong Avenue, Ste. 104 803.980.2582 • www.altaalta.com Your source for upscale apparel, unique accessories and uncommon service. It’s all about you. Visit us online or at the store.

Bobbie’s Place

133 E. Main Street (Main Street Children’s Museum) 803.327.6400 • www.chmuseums.org Located inside the Main Street Children’s Museum. A children’s store that offers fun and educational gifts and toys. Open Tuesday - Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and Sunday, 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Catawba Craft & Exhibits Store

1536 Tom Steven Road 803.328.2427 • www.ccppcrafts.com Purchase a one of a kind Catawba Wedding Vase, a beautifully crafted porcelain Indian Doll, a spiritual beadwork necklace, or a handmade quiver and bow set.

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Distinctive Consignments

1417 Riverchase Boulevard 803.324.3587 • distinctiveconsignments.com Distinctive Consignments is upscale consignment with stylish name brand apparel, killer clothing deals and online resale. Distinctive Consignments is also the parent company of Lavish Boutique, The Gentlemen’s Exchange and The Painted Pony.

Flashes Fireworks & Palmetto Central

713 Marine Drive 803.325.2422 • www.flashesfireworks.com A large selection of Palmetto Tree merchandise and South Carolina souvenirs. The best selection and best prices on fireworks in Rock Hill.

Grand Slam Collectibles

954 Mt Gallant Road 803.327.4414 One of the few stores left for every kind of fanatic, whether its comics or games or just trading cards; they have it all.

Historic Brattonsville Gift Shop

1444 Brattonsville Road McConnells 803.684.2327 • www.chmuseums.org Unique items include local foods, handmade rag dolls, special soaps, 18th and 19th century reproduction items such as children’s toys, tea sets, ornaments and much more.

Overhead Station

212 East Main Street 803.327.6332 • www.overheadstationgifts.com Located in downtown Rock Hill, this store carries accessories, bridal needs, gifts, personalized stationery and invitations, along with presents for all occasions.

Present Perfect

1807 Cherry Road • 803.325.7832 Nice shop with lots to offer and a very personable staff. There are teacher supplies, cards, and very nice religious gifts.

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Lavish Boutique

1417 Riverchase Boulevard 803.325.1522 8 • www.distinctiveconsignments.com Upscale consignment featuring clothing, shoes, handbags, and accessories for women. Stylish name brand apparel, killer clothing deals and online resale. Open Monday - Saturday, 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

The Painted Pony

2018 Cherry Road (Love’s Plaza) 803.324.3587 • www.distinctiveconsignments.com Children’s clothes for a fraction of the retail price.

Sturdy enough to outlast another child and too cute to resist. Open Monday - Saturday, 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

York County Museum Store

4621 Mt. Gallant Road 803.329.2121 • www.chmuseums.org Wide selection of pottery and jewelry handmade by local artists, regional food items, new merchandise from Africa, plush animals, books, and fun, educational gifts for children.

Town of Sharon Step back into a simpler way of life with a visit to Western York County. Sharon is located on Highway 49 between York and Bullocks Creek. A quaint main street with shops and a restaurant greet visitors. A new museum here tells the story of Western York County.

Sharon retains much of the romanticism of its former farm life. A number of buildings once devoted to the town’s agricultural days may still be seen. Among these are Hill’s Gin and Warehouse, the Sharon Potato House and Rainey’s Gin and Office. Shop at the Historic Hill Mercantile for antiques, collectibles, books, glassware and more.

Dining Sharon Grill - $$ 3718 S York Street 803.927.7821 • www.sharongrill.com

Shopping Museum of Western York County

1716 B Woodlawn Street 803.927.0700 • www.museumofwesternyorkcounty.org Open to public- Spring thru Dec. Sundays 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Other times by appointment only, Groups are welcome, Gift Shop!

Historic Hill Mercantile

3034 York Street 803.927.0105 Listed on the National Register and built in 1913, this wonderful store has antiques, collectibles, books and artifacts on display. Sharon Nursery and Garden Center offers a wide variety of fruit trees, grape/muscadine vines, and landscape plants and ornamental trees.

David’s Garden

1753 Ebenezer Road Smyrna, SC 29743 803.925.1300 Offering a variety of fruit trees, mulch and top soil for your gardening needs. We will have muscadines in the Fall. Come inside for a selection of jams, jellies, ice cream & enjoy home cooked meals. Open Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; Saturday 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

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City of York www.yorkcitysc.com Historic downtown York is one of the area’s best-kept secrets. Small town hospitality and remarkable architectural features give the city of York that quaint village appeal visitors are looking for. With over 180 landmarks listed on the National Register of Historic Places, York was once known as the “Charleston of the Upcountry.” As you stroll through downtown you will rediscover the history of “Old Yorkville”. The array of specialty shops, restaurants and a historic movie theater make the charming downtown an experience individuals return to time and time again.

Handcrafted furniture, original art, high-end clothing and jewelry, custom-made guitars, and even golf putters are among the many shopping treasures you’ll find in downtown York. If your taste runs to live music, movies or live theater, visit York on any evening or weekend.

Dining Black’s Peaches and The Cotton Belt Bakery - $$

The Peach Tree Orchard - $$

2077 Filbert Highway 803.684.9996 • www.thepeachtreeorchard.com

Windy Hill Orchard and Cider Mill - $$ 1860 Black Highway 803.684.0690 • www.windyhillorchard.com Palmetto Bar & Grill - $$$ 2910 Highway 161 South 803.684.6737 • www.palmettoseafoodbarandgrill.com Wing Bonz - $$

20 Congress Street 803.684.9434 • www.wingbonz.com

Italian Garden - $$ 502 E Liberty Street 803.628.0270 Olympic Pizzeria - $$

1075 N Highway 321 803.628.4111

York Seafood Family Restaurant - $$

1800 Black Highway 803.624.2333 • www.blackspeachesandbakery.com

1880 Old York Road 803.684.9485 • www.yorkseafood.com

Bush-N-Vine Farm - $$ 1690 Filbert Highway 803.684.2732 • www.bushnvinefarm.com

122 North Congress Street 803.684.5853

Michael’s Restaurant - $

The Garden Café - $$$$ 307 W. Liberty Street 803.684.7019 • www.thegardencafeyorksc.net

Oasis Café & Market - $

The Coal Yard Restaurant and Lounge - $$$$ 105 Garner Street 803.684.9653 • www.coalyardyork.com

Teriyaki Bowl - $ 1724 Old York Road 803.684.5800

The Concord Cove Restaurant - $$$$ 5303 Concord Road 803.831.1036 • www.theconcordcove.com

Pelican Snoballs - $ 975 E. Liberty Street 864.346.1986 · www.pelicanssnoballs.com

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25 S Congress Street 803.818.5566

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Pope’s at the White House - $ 1712 York Highway 803.818.5777 · www.popeswh.com Palmetto Seafood - $$

2910 Highway 161 S 803.684.6737

Shopping Leake’s Antiques

1746 Filbert Highway 803.684.5651 • www.leakesantiques.com Handmade 18th century reproduction furniture. Located 3 miles outside of historic York. Call for appointment.

Old Master Putter Co.

65 N. Congress Street 803.684.6853 • www.oldmasterputters.com Our core product is unique, handcrafted, finished hickory shafted putters. Our hickory products are reminiscent of an era gone by. They are designed for either functional play or display.

The Men’s Shop

49 N. Congress Street 803.684.4121 • www.themensshop-york.com Wide selection of dress and casual clothing, shoes and accessories available. Suits and sport coats are always in stock in sizes 35 to 56.

Old Alley Gifts & Handcrafts

22 N. Congress Street 803.684.0404 · www.oldally.com Handcrafted jewelry, gift baskets, handcrafted soaps, lotions and aroma therapy lotion bars, body wash, etc. Jewelry, soaps and lotions can be crafted to your specifications.

Unique Gifts & Things

37 N. Congress Street 803.818.5151 One of a kind items that are 100% handcrafted by local artists. A consignment of crafts featuring the works of various vendors, including wood works, crochets, jewelry, gourd creations, quilts, etc. Hours of operation: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm, Monday – Friday; and 10:00 am – 2:00 pm on Saturdays.

The above list of shopping and dining locations is not all inclusive. CVB staff will change and update listing annually.

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I-77 / Exit 88 940 Gold Hill Road, Fort Mill Ph: 803.548.1148 Full-service campground with shaded sites, pool, two clean bath houses, recreation director, miniature golf, laundromat, LP gas, store, heated pavilion, playground and game room for kids. 15 minutes from downtown Charlotte and Rock Hill. Open year round. $10 fee for dumping. 215 sites.

Carowinds Camp Wilderness Resort

I-77 / Exit 90 14523 Carowinds Boulevard, Fort Mill Ph: 803.548.5300 Tf: 800.888.4386 www.carowinds.com The 25-acre campground features nearly 200 sites and 15 rental cabins with AC, kitchens and bathrooms. Pullthrough sites with full hookups, 50 amp for RV’s. Spacious tent sites, bathroom facility with showers, laundry, general store and swimming pool. Discounts on tickets to Carowinds and shuttle service to the amusement park are included as well.

Ebenezer Park

I-77 / Exit 82C 4490 Boatshore Road, Rock Hill Ph: 803.366.6620 Fx: 803.366.6554 www.yorkcountygov.com/ebenezer Pack a picnic and watch the sunset from lakeside picnic shelters, or take to Lake Wylie for fishing and recreational boating. Make a reservation to camp on one of the parks 69 campsites that include water, sewer & electric. There is also Wi-Fi available at no additional charge. The site offers 50 amp hook-up. Camping fees and rentals can be found online. Open daily from daylight to dark year round.

Kings Mountain National Military Park

I-85 / NC Exit 2 * 2625 Park Road, Blacksburg Ph: 864.936.7921 www.nps.gov Enjoy primitive backcountry camping at one of the Military Park’s 116 sites. Kings Mountain State Park, adjacent to the military park, offers camping, picnicking, hiking, and horse trails, swimming, boat rental, a livinghistory farm with 19th century buildings. Several sites accommodate RVs up to 40 feet, 15 equestrian campsites, two sites may be reserved for those handicapped.

First come, first served, opened year round.

Kings Mountain State Park

I-85 / NC Exit 2 * 1277 Park Road, Blacksburg Ph: 803.222.3209 www.southcarolinaparks.com While tent campers may use the main camping area, the park offers a designated tent site area which includes central wa-

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ter. Each site is packed gravel and includes individual water and electrical hookups. Several sites accommodate RVs up to 40 feet. The campground is convenient to restroom facilities with hot showers. Camping reservations must be made for a minimum of two nights call toll-free 1-866-345-PARK

BED AND BREAKFAST East Main Guest House

I-77 / Exit 79 600 East Main Street, Rock Hill Ph: 803.366.1161 Fx: 803.366.1210 www.bbonline.com/sc/eastmain Interior Designer, Melba Peterson and her late husband Jerry, along with their son, Scott, combined their talents and transformed this 1916 home into a tasteful blend of art, antiques and color. Their efforts won Historic Rock Hill’s Renovation Award and continue to win compliments from their guests. Wi-Fi and Direct-TV are now available.

Park Avenue Inn

I-77 / Exit 82B 347 Park Avenue, Rock Hill Ph: 803.325.1764 Tf: 877.422.0127 This two-story home offers three guest rooms, with one guest room downstairs. All private baths. Coffee maker, phone, microwave and refridgerator in rooms. Large front porch with rocking chairs swing and bed. One block from Winthrop University.

The Book & the Spindle

I-77 / Exit 82B 626 Oakland Avenue, Rock Hill Ph: 803.328.1913 www.southcarolinabedandbreakfast.com Capturing the elegance and ambiance of an English Inn, this appointed brick Georgian home is located in the Historic District, overlooking Winthrop University campus. Rock Hill’s best restaurants, art galleries, and performance centers are a stroll away. Each room is unique and has a different South Carolina theme. Private baths, cable TV, coffee makers in all rooms. Suites with full kitchen and private patios.

Harmony House Bed and Breakfast

3485 Harmony Road, Catawba Ph: 803.403.1912 www.harmonyhousebb.com Nestled in the country on the outskirts of Rock Hill and 20 minutes from the city of Charlotte, we will endeavor to make your stay a relaxing and an enjoyable one. Guests will experience our quiet haven with jetted tubs, fireplace, fountains, and landscaped gardens. With our guests in mind, we have created a safe, attractive, comfortable and peaceful haven for all who enter. It is our desire for you to feel at home and pampered.

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Discover the wonderful world of agriculture and experience authentic farm and country life in York County, SC. Enjoy the flavors that come directly from York County soil and learn more about the farm animals. Agriculture is our heritage—for many their livelihood and for others their pleasure.

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Kings Mountain State Park

1277 Park Road, Blacksburg, SC 29702 Ph: 803.222.3209 www.southcarolinaparks.com Kings Mountain State Park offers hiking, equestrian trails, and camping. There are also two group camps, two fishing lakes, and a 19th Century living history farm.

Rancho Carrusel

2550 Feemster Road, Sharon, SC 29742 Ph: 803.927.7894 Full service Horse Ranch doing boarding, training, and clinics. Owned by Pro-Trainers with several National Champions on site (paso finos).

Cherry Place Farm Mitten Tree Knoll Horse Center

6995 Campbell Road, York, SC 29745 Ph: 803.684.2961 Horseback riding lessons, horse riders, boarding, animal care, trail rides, horses for lease and for sale.

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1922 Oakdale Road, Rock Hill, SC 29730 Ph: 803.324.1864 www.cherryplacefarm.com Specializing in fresh eggs, farm tours, fall pumpkin patch and corn maze. Open to the public every weekend in October. Visit us on Facebook.

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Dink’s Produce & Country Meats

758 S. Heckle Boulevard, Rock Hill, SC 29730 Ph: 803.328.8688 Dink’s offers fresh fruits and vegetables, as well as sausage, country ham, and bacon from G & W Meats of Hickory Grove, SC year around.

Hometown Country Store like Grandpa remembers.

Lakewood Farm

668 Burns Road, Smyrna, SC 29743 Ph: 803.230.8810 www.lakewoodfarm.com Take the worry out of boarding? Reasonable rates 10 miles of trails. Close to two state parks.

Minutes off I-85. References available. Owner on premises.

Lakewood Farm/Arabians

668 Burns Road, Smyrna, SC 29743 Ph: 803.230.8810 www.lakewoodfarmarabians.com Sport horses, endurance, Western, Hunter, Reining & Working Arabian. Proven bloodlines ~Champions~ foundation. Stop by for a visit. We love sharing our horses!

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Bush-N-Vine Farm

Fawn Song Farm

The Peach Tree Orchard

3002 Lost Tree Lane, Sharon, SC 29742 Ph: 803.230.8330 www.instructor.parelli.com/mariepruden 2 Star Parelli Junior Instructor. Available for Parelli Natural Horsemanship online assistance. Contact Marie Pruden for appointments.

1030 Edgefield Road, York, SC 29745 Ph: 803.984.7116 www.fawnsongfarm.com Linda Algire, teacher of Natural Horsemanship principles of love, language, and leadership. Learn to think, play, and act like a horse!

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1650 Filbert Highway, York, SC 29745 Ph: 803.684.2732 www.Bushnvinefarm.com Family-owned farm providing you with local grown strawberries, peaches, blueberries, raspberries, and fresh produce in season. We also have a Spring and Fall Festival.

2077 Filbert Highway, York, SC 29745 Ph: 803.684.9996 www.thepeachtreeorchards.com A variety of over 30 different peaches to choose from are available at this orchard where the trees ripen from June to September. An array of specialty gifts and accessories is also available. Be sure to stop in the ice cream parlor, too. Closed the month of November.

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Windy Hill Orchard and Cider Mill

1860 Highway 5, York, SC 29745 Ph: 803.684.0690 www.Windyhillorchard.com Windy Hill Orchard is a family- owned and operated boutique apple orchard and cider mill. Open every Fall from mid August until Christmas. We offer visitors pick your own apples, fresh pressed cider, farm tours, apple products and much more. We are also a bonded winery producing craft, hard ciders. Come out and experience York County’s original agri-tourism destination!

The Market at Inman Farms

1101 & 1169 Black Highway (SC Rt #5), York, SC 29745 Ph: 803-371-2400 www.inmanfarmsyorksc.webs.com Established in 1893, the property features a 2-story Italianate-style main house, outbuildings original to the farm, historical tenant home, stunning natural acreage, along with the 1951 peach packing shed with original equipment intact. The market is open Saturdays, May October 8:00 a.m. - Noon. It’s a delightful farmers market business for local and out-of-state visitors to enjoy.

Springs Farm Peach Stand

1325 Highway 160 West, Fort Mill, SC 29715 Ph: 803.547.7563 www.PeachStand.com There is an orchard sitting peacefully in the heart of Fort Mill, SC. Fresh peaches, sweetened by the Carolina sun, grow on trees that have rested on this land for generations.

Healthy, vibrant fresh peaches and robust strawberry fields is how Springs Farm and The Peach Stand began.

Black’s Peaches & Cotton Belt Bakery

1800 Black Highway, York, SC 29745 Ph: 803.684.2333 www.blackspeachesandbakery.com A family-owned business since 1923. Established by his great-grandfather, Arthur Lindsay Black, Arthur Q. Black has kept the family farm growing since 1972. Pick Your Own...Strawberries - End of April through 1st of June; Peaches - 1st of June through 1st of September Apples - After 1st frost.

Penland Tree Farm

6457 Campbell Road, York, SC 29745 Ph: 803.366.7605 www.penlandtreefarm.com Penland Tree Farm is the home of Penland Christmas Tree Farm - a “choose and cut” Tree farm where you can select and cut your own Christmas tree, and also, Penland Tree Farm - a tree farm that grows evergreen and hardwood trees for landscaping. You are welcome to visit the farm anytime, but please call ahead.

Old Town Market

115 Caldwell Street (parking entrance on E. White St.), Rock Hill SC 29730 Ph: 803-417-4067 onlyinoldtown.com/market Old Town Market is Rock Hill’s only all-local farmers market. It features fresh seasonal produce, pastured meats, plants, baked goods, farm products, and a wide variety of handmade works by local artisans.

Every market also includes musical entertainment and free children’s activities. Open Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings from late spring to early fall.

Fort Mill Farmers Market

121 Monroe White Street, Fort Mill Ph: 803.547.2116 www.fortmillsc.org Opens in June and operates every Saturday from 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. until the first weekend in October.

Markets of McConnells

400 Chester Highway (321), McConnells Ph: 803.628.4175 Two open air buildings and plenty of yard spaces available. Vendors sell a wide range of items from produce to antiques to crafts and household items.

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Tourism Agencies South Carolina Welcome Center Located in Fort Mill, SC, on southbound I-77, at Mile Marker 89 Open every day, 9 :00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. except Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas and New Year’s.

Ph: 803.548.2880 South Carolina Parks, Recreation & Tourism P.O. Box 71, 1205 Pendleton St., Columbia, SC 29202 Tf: 800.346.3634 Ph: 803.734.1700 www.discoversouthcarolina.com Olde English District Tourism Commission P.O. Box 368, 3200 Commerce Drive, Ste. A Richburg, SC 29729 Tf: 800.968.5909 Ph: 803.385.6800 www.oldeenglishdistrict.com Rock Hill/York County Convention & Visitors Bureau PO Box 11377, 452 S. Anderson Road Rock Hill, SC 29731 Tf: 888.702.1320 Ph: 803.329.5200 www.visityorkcounty.com Rock Hill Parks, Recreation & Tourism P.O. Box 11706, 155 Johnston Street Rock Hill, SC 29731 Ph: 803.329.5620 www.rockhillrocks.com

International Tourist Information Currency Exchange Banking institutions usually will accept international bankcards for cash withdrawals in US dollars at ATM machines. Currency exchange is offered at BB&T, Bank of America and Wells Fargo Banks.

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Lost Passport or Visa Should you lose your passport or visa while in SC, contact your country’s nearest consulate general’s office in Atlanta, GA.

British Consulate General Ph: 404.954.7700

French Consulate General Ph: 404.495.1660

German Consulate General Ph: 404.659.4760

Japanese Consulate General Ph: 404.240.4300

SC Tourism Office International Representatives United Kingdom, Ireland & Scandinavia 33 Market Place, Hitchin, Herts SG5 IDY, United Kingdom Ph: (44) (0) 1462 458 028 Em: ttmkirsty@enterprise.net Germany & Other Western European Countries Schöene Aussicht 8c/2, D-61348 Bad Homburg, Germany Ph: (49) (0)6172/92 16 04 EM: Em: ESTM@compuserve.com

Healthcare Piedmont Express Care at Sutton Road 515 River Crossing Drive, Ste. 180, Fort Mill, SC Ph: 803.578.2800 www.piedmontexpresscaresuttonroad.com Hours: Monday-Sunday 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Piedmont East Urgent Care Center 760 Addison Avenue, Rock Hill, SC Ph:803.329.1930 • www.piedmonteasturgentcare.com Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m., Saturday 8am-1pm Piedmont Urgent Care Center at Baxter Village 502 Sixth Baxter Crossing, Fort Mill, SC Ph: 803.396.8100 • www.piedmonturgentcarebaxter.com Hours: Monday-Sunday 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Piedmont West Urgent Care Center 1190 Filbert Highway, Ste. 110, York, SC Ph: 803.628.0004 • www.piedmontwesturgentcare.com Hours: Monday-Saturday 8:00 am-7:30pm, Sunday 1:00 pm-7:30pm

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I M P O R TA N T I N F O R M AT I O N Riverview Medical Center 1393 Celanese Road, Rock Hill, SC Ph: 803.329.3103 • www.riverviewmed.com Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week

container of beer, wine or liquor in a moving vehicle upon the highways of South Carolina.

Piedmont Medical Center 222 Herlong Avenue, Rock Hill, SC Ph: 803-329-1234 • www.piedmontmedicalcenter.com Piedmont Medical Center is a 288-bed hospital offering a broad range of services. Our medical staff totals more than 380 and represents a broad range of medical specialties. For a physician referral, call 803-329-1234 or piedmontmedicalcenter.com/doc.

1000 Assembly Building P.O. Box 167, Columbia, SC 29202 Ph: 803.734.3857 • Fx: 803.734.4138 Applications for boat registration and titling are available from the SC Department of Natural Resources Boating Division or online at www.dnr.sc.gov/boating.

Carolinas Medical Center Urgent Care 704 Gold Hill Road, Fort Mill, SC Ph: 803-835-0430 • www.carolinasmedicalcenter.org Carolinas Medical Center (CMC), part of Carolinas Healthcare System, in Charlotte, NC is a national leader in specialized care for a broad range of medical conditions. Urgent Care facilities are equipped to treat minor illnesses and injuries. Our practices are staffed by licensed providers and staff trained in urgent and emergency care.

Seatbelt Laws South Carolina requires that any child under age six riding in a passenger car, pickup truck, van or recreational vehicle must use a child restraint system. Any child less than one year of age must be in a restraint-seating device regardless of where that child is sitting in the vehicle. Children ages one through five riding in a rear seat must use a restraint seating device or a safety belt provided by the vehicle. Children under four years of age riding in the front seat must use a child restraint seating device. Any child four to six years of age when riding in the front seat must be secured by a safety belt provided by the vehicle. State law requires that the driver and every occupant of a motor vehicle, when it is being operated on the public streets and highways, must wear a safety belt. The driver is responsible for requiring each occupant over six and less than 17 years of age to wear a safety belt.

Alcoholic Beverage Laws The legal drinking age for alcoholic beverages in South Carolina is 21. Alcoholic beverages cannot be served after midnight Saturday or all day Sunday, except in restaurants and bars with special permits in York County, including the cities of Tega Cay, Rock Hill and York. Package store sales of alcoholic beverages are permitted from 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m., Monday - Saturday.

It is unlawful for any person to possess an open

Boat Registration

Hunting and Fishing Licenses There is no reciprocal agreement between North and South Carolina. Fishing licenses are available locally at bait and tackle shops. For hunting and fishing license fees and seasons, contact the SC Department of Natural Resources, Ph: 803.734.3833. Fisheries Division, Ph: 803.366.7024.

Emergencies Ph: 911

Hospital Piedmont Medical Center 222 S. Herlong Avenue, Rock Hill Ph: 803.329.1234 www.piedmontmedicalcenter.com Piedmont Medical Center is a full service 288-bed hospital serving York, Lancaster and Chester counties.

Our medical staff totals more than 350 physicians representing a broad range of medical specialties. For a physician referral, call 803-329-1234 (option 2) or piedmontmedicalcenter.com/doc.

Law Enforcement SC Highway Patrol Ph: 803.385.3107 Tf: 800.768.1504 (in SC) *HP on cell phone York County Sheriff’s Office Ph: 803.628.3059 Rock Hill Police Ph: 803.329.7200 VisitYorkCounty.com

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Motorist Assistance SHEP (State Highway Emergency Program) Dial *HP on cell phone, ask for SHEP. SHEP responders make minor repairs to disabled vehicles, assist with incident management and provide first aid until emergency medical service arrives. SHEP operates in York County between exits 75 and 90 on I-77.

Hours of assistance: Monday - Friday 6:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Transportation Air Charlotte/Douglas International Airport located 20 miles north of Rock Hill via I-77. Seven major carriers, including Air Canada, American, Delta, Lufthansa, United, US Airways, Jet Blue, Southwest and additional regional airlines offer daily flights to over 120 destinations.

Ph: 704.359.4027

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The Rock Hill/York County Airport Services private and corporate traffic. It has a 5,500 foot paved, lighted runway for both day and night operations, with Instrument Landing System. Carolinas Flight Centers, Inc. provides full maintenance and aircraft storage.

Ph: 803.366.5108 • Tf: 888.FUN.FLYN Rail Rail travel is available through Amtrak in Charlotte, NC, 1914 N. Tryon St. • Tf: 800.872.7245 Bus A Greyhound bus station is located just off Hwy. 21 business near I-77 Exit 82A at 2915 N. Cherry Rd., Rock Hill, Ph: 803.327.9388 Highway York County is conveniently accessed via I-77, a major Interstate. It is also serviced by I-85 which intersects I-77 just 12 miles north of the county line. Major national highways are US 21 and US 321.

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Education Colleges & Universities Clinton College offers associate degrees in liberal arts, business administration, and religion. Sponsored by the AME Zion Church, the historically black, private school was founded in 1894 as Clinton Normal and Industrial College and now serves several hundred students each year.

Nationally recognized for its quality and value, Winthrop University in Rock Hill provides personalized and challenging undergraduate, graduate and continuing professional education programs within a context dedicated to public service. From its origins as a teacher’s college, Winthrop is now recognized as a competitive and distinctive, highly residential public institution with an emphasis on learning. The university’s achievementoriented, culturally diverse and socially responsible students prepare for success by taking full advantage of numerous opportunities to live, learn and lead. Highlights of campus life include a winning NCAA Division I athletics tradition; 125+ clubs and organizations; faculty/student research initiatives; service learning, internships, and study abroad; plus much more.

With a mission of maximizing student success, York Technical College works to provide the community and its students with an educational environment that creates new opportunities every day. With close to 90 programs of career-focused programs of study including university transfer, and a strong continuing education offering; York Technical College continues to serve the residents of York, Chester and Lancaster Counties.

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I M P O R TA N T I N F O R M AT I O N Public School Systems Four public school systems operate within York County, offering K-12, vocational, and adult education.

Clover School District offers a world class education to nearly 7,000 students and features award-winning fine arts and career and technology programs. New in 2014-15, all students will be given an iPad or MacBook as part of the district’s Connected Classroom one-to-one education technology program.

The Fort Mill School District is the fastest-growing district per capita in SC. It has experienced an aggressive expansion and renovation program to accommodate its new students.

Rock Hill Schools, the 11th largest in the state, focuses on inspiring students to learn, grow, connect and thrive. Through a challenging curriculum and programs, from remedial to International Baccalaureate, outstanding teachers prepare students to meet their personal goals and to become life-long learners.

In the York School District, students attend neighborhood elementary schools before combining into district intermediate, middle schools and high schools.

York School District also includes a vocational center and an alternative school. York School District offers an innovative and real world experience for its students.

Relocation Information Considering a move to York County - here are some helpful resources.

Electricity City of Rock Hill: Ph: 803.329.5500 Duke Energy: Ph: 803.547.2007 or 803.684.9939 York Electric Co-Op: Ph: 803.548.4244 or 803.684.4247 Tf: 800.582.8810

Natural Gas York County Natural Gas: Ph: 803.329.5255

Telephone BellSouth (Clover): Ph: 803.780.2355 Comporium Com.: Ph: 803.324.9011 or 803.548.9011

Cable TV Comporium Com: Ph: 803.324.9011 or 803.548.9011

Area Chambers Chambers of Commerce York County Regional Chamber of Commerce 116 E. Main St. P.O. Box 590, Rock Hill 29731 Ph: 803.324.7500 Fx: 803.324.1889 info@yorkcountychamber.com www.yorkcountychamber.com Fort Mill Area Council 210 Tom Hall St. P.O. Box 1357, Fort Mill 29715 Ph: 803.547.5900 Fx: 803.547.5922 fortmill@yorkcountychamber.com www.yorkcountychamber.com Rock Hill Area Council 116 E. Main St., Rock Hill 29731 Ph: 803.324.7500 Fx: 803.324.1889 info@yorkcountychamber.com www.yorkcountychamber.com Greater Clover Chamber of Commerce 118 Bethel St. P.O. Box 162, Clover 29710 Ph: 803.222.3312 Fx: 803.222.8396 sccloverchamber@aol.com www.cloverscchamber.com Greater York Chamber of Commerce 23 E. Liberty St. P.O. Box 97, York 29745 Ph: 803.684.2590 Fx: 803.684.2575 info@greateryorkchamber.com www.greateryorkchamber.com Lake Wylie Chamber of Commerce 264 Latitude Ln., Ste. 101 P.O. Box 5233, Lake Wylie 29710 Ph: 803.831.2827 Fx: 803.831.2460 lakewyliechamber@yahoo.com www.lakewyliesc.com

Time Warner Cable: Ph: 704.228.7248 VisitYorkCounty.com

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Old Town Amphitheater Summer Concert Series May – August (except June) Lake Wylie Music Fest June CHM McCelvey Center’s Grand Ole McCelvey Summer Concerts July - August

Fresh Food Markets Year-Round Festivals March – St. Patrick’s Day on Main April – Come-See-Me Festival, Bush-n-Vine Strawberry Festival May – South Carolina Strawberry Festival, National Travel and Tourism Week, Glencairn Garden Bloomfest June – Feis Chlobhair: Clover Scottish Games, Bushn-Vine Peach Festival August – SummerFest, Experience SC Festival September – Bush-n-Vine Pumpkin Festival, Butts and Bluegrass BBQ Festival October – Windy Hill Orchard & Cider Mill Annual Apple Harvest Festival, Blues & Jazz Festival, Oktoberfest, Old Town Zombie Crawl, Black’s Peaches Autumn Farm Festival November – Catawba Cultural Heritage Craft Fair, Underexposed Film Festival YC December – ChristmasVille, Christmas Candlelight Tours

Concerts CHM McCelvey Center’s Southern Sound Series January - April Arts Council of York County Three x Three Performing Arts Series September - May Tega Cay Summer Concert Series May – September York’s Downtown Live Concert Series May – August

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Old Town Market May – September Market at Inman Farms May – December Fort Mill Farmers Market June – October Clover Farmers Market June – October Markets of McConnells Opens in June York Farmers Market June – October

Calendar of Events January Performance Series – Community Performance Center Not Just Another Love Story – NarroWay Productions Hog Butchering Day – Historic Brattonsville February Performance Series – Community Performance Center

By Way of the Back Door: The African American Experience – Historic Brattonsville Not Just Another Love Story – NarroWay Productions March St. Patrick’s Day on Main Festival –Old Town (downtown Rock Hill) Spring Militia Encampment – Kings Mountain National Military Park Carowinds Opening Day – Carowinds Children’s Day on the Farm – Historic Brattonsville Clover St. Patrick’s Day Festival – Town of Clover Lord of Light – NarroWay Productions April Earth Day Birthday – MYCO National Park Week – Kings Mountain National Military Park Junior Ranger Day – Kings Mountain National Military Park Annual Earth Day Celebration – Anne Springs Close Greenway PLEASE RECYCLE THIS PUBLICATION

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Christmas Candlelight Tours Performance Series – Community Performance Center Lord of Light – Narroway Productions Spring One-Act Festival – Winthrop University Winthrop Senior Choreography Showcase – Winthrop University Sheep Sheering Day – Historic Brattonsville May 18th Century Trade and Craft Fair – Kings Mountain National Military Park Military Through the Ages – Kings Mountain National Military Park Boomerang Bay opens – Carowinds Military Days – Carowinds Performance Series – Community Performance Center A Tribute to Mothers – NarroWay Productions Memorial Day Celebration – Historic Brattonsville June Ag + Art Tour (agriculture meets art) Carolina Ski Show – Carolina Show Ski Team Children’s Colonial Day – Kings Mountain National Military Park Gallery Crawl – Center for the Arts Gospel According to Tennessee – Naroway Productions July Carolina Ski Show – Carolina Show Ski Team Independence Day Celebration – Historic Brattonsville Battle of Huck’s Defeat – Historic Brattonsville Fourth of July Encampment – Kings Mountain National Military Park Military Days – Carowinds Red, White & BOOM! – Old Town (downtown Rock Hill) Tega Cay 4th of July Celebration – Tega Cay, SC 4th of July Parade & Festivities – Baxter Village Annual Firing of the Cannon – Fort Mill, SC July 4th Celebration – York, SC Fourth of July Fantastic Fireworks Display – Lake Wylie, SC The Gospel According to Tennessee – NarroWay Productions August Carolina Ski Show – Carolina Show Ski Team Backcountry Militia Encampment – Kings Mountain National Military Park The Fourth Cross – Naroway Productions

September By the Sweat of Our Brows – Historic Brattonsville Piedmont Pottery Festival – Historic Brattonsville Labor Day Encampment – Kings Mountain National Military Park Annual Barbeque and Bluegrass Event – Anne Springs Close Greenway Dairy Barn Oyster Roast & Community Performance Center Celebration – Community Performance Center The Fourth Cross – NarroWay Productions Scarowinds – Carowinds October Civil War Reenactment – Historic Brattonsville 234th Anniversary of the Battle of Kings Mountain – Kings Mountain National Military Park Battle of Kings Mountain Anniversary Encampment – Kings Mountain National Military Park Scarowinds – Carowinds Boo HaHa – Old Town (downtown Rock Hill) Fall Festival – Downtown Fort Mill The Gospel According to Tennessee – NarroWay Productions The Fourth Cross – Naroway Productions Spirits & Stories – Historic Brattonsville November Tribute to Veterans – Glencairn Gardens Veterans Day Encampment – Kings Mountain National Military Park Howser House Tours – Kings Mountain National Military Park America Recycles Day – Museum of York County Fall One-Act Festival – Winthrop University The Real Christmas Story – NarroWay Productions On Holiday with Santa – MYCO Exhibit Nov. - Dec. 15 December Rock Hill Christmas Parade – Old Town (downtown Rock Hill) Fort Mill Christmas Parade – Downtown Fort Mill The Real Christmas Story – NarroWay Productions York Christmas Parade – Historic Downtown York Clover Annual Christmas Parade – Downtown Clover Christmas in Olde York (historic house tours) – Historic York Performance Series – Community Performance Center Christmas Candlelight Tours – Historic Brattonsville Christmas in Old Sharon – Sharon SC On Holiday with Santa – MYCO Exhibit Nov. - Dec. 15 VisitYorkCounty.com

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INDEX of Advertisers ADS Anne Springs Close Greenway..........................................................................................2 Carowinds Amusement Park........................................................................................... BC Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority................................................................................1 City of Rock Hill................................................................................................................59 City of Rock Hill Parks, Rec. & Tourism.......................................................................... IBC Come See Me Festival, Inc..............................................................................................26 Comfort Suites...................................................................................................................3 Country Inn & Suites..........................................................................................................3 Courtyard by Marriott in Rock Hill...................................................................................53 Culture & Heritage Museums............................................................................................7 Doctors Care......................................................................................................................9 Econo Lodge at Carowinds.......................................................................................8 & 54 Fort Mill BBQ Company....................................................................................................59 Fort Mill & Springfield Golf Clubs......................................................................................2 Greater York Chamber of Commerce...............................................................................27 Hampton Inn & Suites Fort Mill.......................................................................................13 Hampton Inn Rock Hill.....................................................................................................53 Historic Brattonsville......................................................................................................IFC Howard Johnson Rock Hill...............................................................................................55 Newk’s Eatery..................................................................................................................45 Peach Stand.....................................................................................................................27 Piedmont Medical Center................................................................................................15 Rock Hill Galleria.............................................................................................................33 Rock Hill/York County CVB...............................................................................................12 SC Strawberry Festival....................................................................................................13 Super 8 Motel..................................................................................................................55 T-Bones on the Lake.........................................................................................................37 Town of Clover.................................................................................................................54 TownePlace Suites by Marriott Rock Hill........................................................................13 Wingate by Wyndham.....................................................................................................48 COUPONS Carowinds........................................................................................................................71 Country Inns/Comfort Suites...........................................................................................71 Historic Brattonsville.......................................................................................................69 Howard Johnson/Super 8................................................................................................71 Main Street Children’s Museum......................................................................................69 Museum of York County...................................................................................................69 Newk’s Eatery..................................................................................................................69 Wingate by Wyndham.....................................................................................................71

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