Friday | Nov. 17

Watch: Swamp Rabbits Star Wars Night | Bon Secours Wellness Arena | 7 p.m. | Tickets here.

Philadelphia Plowden | Comedy Zone Greenville | 9 p.m. (and Nov. 18, 7 + 9 p.m.) | An observational comedian who’s opened for Robert Palmer + Julio Iglesias. | $15

Active: Dick Brooks Honda Rivalry Cup: UofSC vs Clemson | Cliffs at Mountain Park | 10 a.m. | Entry fee to compete in the golf tournament is $500 per person; play with a teammate + represent either school.

Cat Yoga | Organic Cat Cafe | 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. | Bring some extra zen to your yoga routine by adding cats.🐱 | $20, RSVP on Facebook

ForKids: Kids’ Night Out | SC Children’s Theatre | 6 – 10 p.m. | Harry Potter Night for kids K5 – 5th grade; snacks, crafts + a movie while parents enjoy date night. | Tickets here.

Middle School Day | The Academy at First Presbyterian Church | 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. | A STEM-focused free event offered for 5th, 6th, and 7th graders including workshops and competitions (this year’s theme is aviation). | Sign up here.

Health: Senior Health & Wellness Fair Presented by SSI Physical Therapy | Simpsonville Activity and Senior Center, 310 W. Curtis St, Simpsonville | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Meet vendors + learn about local healthcare options. | Free

Listen: Ken Block and Drew Copeland of Sister Hazel | Radio Room | 9 p.m. (doors open at 8 p.m.) | Tickets here

Furman Symphonic Winds Annual Fall Concert | McAlister Auditorium, Furman University | 8 p.m. | $15/adults, $10/seniors, $5/students.

Empire Strikes Brass | Tipsy Music Pub | 9 p.m.

Learn: Katharine Hepburn Drop-In Tour | Upcountry History Museum | 3 – 4:30 p.m. (and Nov. 24, 3 – 4:30 p.m.) | A guided tour through the exhibit “Katharine Hepburn: Dressed for Stage & Screen.”

Create: Chocolate Workshop | Le Petit Croissant | 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. | Perfect the art of making chocolate truffles + bonbons.

Talk: PEP Talks: Where are our teachers? | United Way of Greenville County | 12 – 1 p.m. | Public Education partners hosts a discussion of the area’s teacher shortage, its impacts + possible solutions.

Drink: Rhubarb Gose Release Weekend | Birds Fly South Ale Project | 2 – 9 p.m. | Birds Fly South is releasing a draft of their award-winning Rhubarb Gose ale, tart + crisp and brewed with sea salt.

Saturday | Nov. 18

Festival: Vulcanalia VI | Artistry Workshops and Gallery | 7 p.m. – 12 a.m. | Fire, fashion + music festival with food trucks, glass-blowing and pottery demonstrations, and a fashion show. | $15 ($20 at door), 21+

Arts: Sculptures and Designs in Wood: The Piedmont Woodcarvers Club 30th Annual Carving Competition and Show | Simpsonville Activity and Senior Center | Nov. 18, 12 – 6p.m. + Nov. 19, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. | See carving exhibits on display by southeastern artists + watch woodcarving demonstrations. | $2, free/under 12

Introduction to Alcohol Inks with Dottie Bruce | GCCA | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | A one-day workshop demonstrating ink techniques for making colorful + unique art. | $125 (includes supplies)

ForKids: The Princess Academy | SC Children’s Theatre | 9:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. + 3:30 p.m. | Kids aged 3-7 can meet the classic princesses + learn the basics of being a princess, from curtsying to kindness. | $15/child, $8/adult

Breakfast with Santa | Haywood Mall | 8 – 10 a.m. | Breakfast, giveaways + activities for kids.

Shop: Simpsonville Holiday Market | Lowes Foods, 2815 Woodruff Rd. | 2 – 6 p.m. | Visit Historic Downtown Simpsonville + sip cider, enjoy Christmas carols, and shop from local artisans.

Garage Sale at Village Wrench | West Greenville Baptist Church | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. | All bike parts $1 and all bikes (as is) $10

Cause: Village of West Greenville Clean Up Day | Parking lot at Branwood St + Perry Ave, 580 Perry Ave | 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Work with local nonprofits on a variety of projects to clean up the Village area + get a pint from Growler Haus and a slice from Sidewall for helping out. | Register here

Dish: Mary Dumpling Pop-Up Shop | Piney Mountain Bike Lodge | 12 – 2 p.m. | Stop by at lunchtime for Chinese barbecue pork + fried apple dumplings.

Listen: Dee Lucas | Blues Boulevard Jazz | 8 p.m. | Tickets here

Shane Pruitt Band | The Velo Fellow | 9 p.m. – 12 a.m. | No cover charge
The Muchmores | Joe’s Place Bookstore | 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Espresso Series: French Press | Chapman Cultural Center, Spartanburg | Free happy hour starts at 5:30 p.m. | $26

ForDogs: Danes at Aloft | Aloft Greenville Downtown | 2 – 4 p.m. | Have a drink + relax with great danes from Mass O’Danes Greenville.

Pugsgiving | Noble Dog Hotel | 1 – 3 p.m. | Bring your pugs to play + support dog rescue Harlee’s Angels at the same time. | Sign up here

Active: Live DJ Yoga | Birds Fly South Ale Project | 12 – 1 p.m. | $10 for class + a pint of beer

Sunday | Nov. 19

Active: Swamp Rabbits Post-Game Skate | 3 p.m. | After the game against Orlando, skate on the ice with Swamp Rabbits players. BYO skates or rent a pair for $3.

Pilates Workshop | Southern Om Hot Yoga | 1 – 3 p.m. | Fit some exercise in before the holidays with this introduction to everyday pilates. | $25, bring mat, towel + water

Listen: Lowes Foods Fall Concert Series: Brother Oliver | Lowes Foods of Five Forks | 1 – 4 p.m.

Community: The Augusta Road Business Association Holiday Open House | 1 – 5 p.m. | Meet Santa + get in the holiday spirit with music, carriage rides, hot cocoa + door prizes.

ForKids: An Evening With Santa & Mrs. Claus | Magnolia Park | 4:30 – 6 p.m. | Take photos with Santa + enjoy music, food, crafts, and treats for kids. | $3 per person

Shop: Holiday Open House | Ponthieux’s Jewelry Design Studio | 12 – 5 p.m. | Shop for Christmas gifts, have lunch from a BBQ food truck + enter door prizes and giveaways.

Dish: Jazz Sunday Brunch | Birds Fly South Ale Project | 2 – 4 p.m.

Sunday Brunch & Tunes | UP on the Roof | 1 – 7 p.m.

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