News from the Spartanburg Downtown Association

Ghost Stories
Fri., Oct. 30, 5:30pm.
Ms. Jane Anthony will share Ghost stories. This is a fun and entertaining experience for all ages. Bring a pillow and enjoy storytelling and snacks. Presented by Spartanburg County Historical Association.

The Hound of the Baskervilles
Fri. & Sat., Oct. 30&31, at 8pm and Sun., Nov. 1, at 3 pm.
Fri. & Sat., Nov. 6&7, at 8pm, and, Sun., Nov. 8, at 3pm.
A Sherlock Homes mystery. Sir Henry is heir to the vast Baskerville fortune, a legacy that comes with a family curse: death at the fangs of a horror that prowls the moor. Only Sherlock Holmes can stop the beast and solve the crime. Presented by Spartanburg Little Theater.

Artwork and Friends in Postwar Germany: An Exhibit
Tues.-Sat., 10am-5pm. Runs: Oct. 20-Dec. 5
In Post-WWII Germany, Prof. Georg Arnold-Grabon� was well-known for his exceptional use of the palette knife. This work was remarkable in its texture and brilliant color. Presented by Spartanburg Art Museum.

"Imagineering" an Exhibit by Jim Taylor
Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm. Oct. 1-29. Free.
Many of the photographs that serve as the basis for his recent works are made in his backyard garden in the Hampton Heights Historic District. He uses a combination of photographs, drawings and computer graphics to creative his images. Presented by Artists' Guild of Spartanburg in the Guild's Gallery.

Music Sandwiched In-Free
Listen to live music performed at the Main Library, downtown Spartanburg, while you eat lunch. Lunches available for purchase, starting at 11:30. Music starts at 12:15. Presented by Music Foundation of Spartanburg.
Wed., Nov. 4     Pop jazz guitar with Mark Guest.
Wed., Nov. 18   "Silver and Wood" Rhea Jacobus (flute) and Brenda Leonard (cello) play popular and classical music.
Wed., Dec. 2     Daryle Ryce and Sarah Ioannides perform and talk about holiday favorites.
Wed., Dec. 16    The Spartanburg Philharmonic Orchestra Brass performs holiday classics.

Hubbard Street 2
Tues., Nov. 10, 7 p.m.
This energetic, contemporary dance company out of Chicago is comprised of seven of the nation's most talented and promising dancers. Don't miss this world-class performance. Presented by The Arts Partnership and Ballet Spartanburg in the David Reid Theatre. Tickets can be purchased online.

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
Fri., Dec. 4, 4:30 & 7 p.m.
Sat., Dec. 5, 2 & 7 p.m.
In this hilarious Christmas tale, a couple struggling to put on a church Christmas pageant is faced with casting the Herdman kids-probably the most inventively awful kids in history. You won't believe the mayhem, and the fun, when the Herdmans collide with the Christmas story head on! Presented by the Spartanburg Youth Theatre in the David Reid Theatre. Tickets can be purchased online.

Deck the Halls with Spartanburg Philharmonic Orchestra
Sat., Dec. 5, 7 p.m.
Get in the holiday spirit with Daryle Ryce, performer; Pure-n-Heart Choir; Leigha Pace, soprano; Stafford Turner, baritone; and from the hit radio show, "The Satisfied Life," Pam Stone, Sharon Decker and Ramona Holloway. Presented by The Music Foundation of Spartanburg at Twichell Auditorium, Converse College. Ticket info, call 948-9020.

Santaland Diaries
Thurs.-Sat., Dec. 10-12, 8 p.m.
For those who like a little spice with their Christmas sugar, this hilarious one-person play chronicles a man's experience working as an elf in Macy's Santaland. Santaland Diaries stars Jay Coffman as Crumpet in the holiday classic by David Sedaris. Presented by The Spartanburg Little Theatre at The Showroom at HUB-BUB.

The Nutcracker
Fri., Dec. 11, 7 p.m. ~ Sat., Dec. 12, 3 p.m. ~ Sun., Dec. 13, 3 p.m.
Celebrate the holiday season with your children or grand children as this enchanting Christmas ballet dances its way into your heart. Presented by Ballet Spartanburg at Twichell Auditorium, Converse College.

Spartanburg Community Band Christmas Concert
Tues., Dec. 15, 7 p.m.
Holiday classics performed by local citizens. Presented by The Arts Partnership in the David Reid Theatre, Chapman Cultural Center. Only $5. Tickets can be purchased online.

Events
Auditions: Seussical
Mon. & Tues., Nov. 2 & 3, 7:00 p.m.
Presented by Spartanburg Youth Theatre at Chapman Cultural Center. Please call 864-583-4891 with questions.

A Tribute to Military Vehicles & Armory
Sat., Nov.7, 11 a.m. Free.
Come explore military vehicles and armory presented by World Armament Research Associates and other organizations. Talk with the veterans who operated these vehicles and armory. Presented by Spartanburg County Historical Association on the Chapman Cultural Center Plaza.

Holiday Open House
Sat., Nov. 7, 10 a.m.
Come see the arts and crafts of the foothills region and enjoy getting into the holiday spirit with seasonal treats and great gift ideas for everyone on your list. Presented by Carolina Foothill Artisan Center in Chesnee, SC.

41st Sidewalk Art
Nov. 7, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Back at Converse College this year, this 41st event showcases area artwork during a day of fall festivity. Sponsored by Spartanburg Art Museum.

Traces of the Trade, Art Film
Thurs., Nov. 12, 7 p.m.
Traces of the Trade tells the story of first-time filmmaker Katrina Browne's New England ancestors, the largest slave-trading family in U.S. history. Presented by The Arts Partnership in the David Reid Theatre. Tickets can be purchased online.

An Evening with Scott Hartman
Sun., Nov. 15
Join us for a Private Concert with Scott Hartman (trombone) and Elizabeth Childs (piano), at the home of Rich and Susan Hawkins. Presented by The Music Foundation of Spartanburg. For more information, call 864-948-9020.

Dickens of a Christmas
Tues., Dec. 1, 6 p.m. Free.
A Dickens of a Christmas is a community holiday festival that brings the Victorian spirit of Charles Dickens' time to downtown Spartanburg. Presented by Spartanburg County Historical Association.

Christmas in the Backcountry
Sat., Dec. 5, 11 a.m.
Tours on this day point out the differences in a Colonial Christmas and our modern Christmas celebrations. The home is modestly decorated according to the traditions of the era. Presented by Spartanburg County Historical Association at the Price House.

Auditions: The Princess and the Pea
Mon. & Tues., Dec. 7 & 8, 5:30 p.m.
Presented by Spartanburg Youth Theatre at Chapman Cultural Center. Please call 864-583-4891 with questions.

Christmas on the Plantation
Sat., Dec., 12, 11 a.m.
This event focuses on the Colonial tradition of Christmas and how that varies from our modern traditions. Visitors learn what activities would be taking place on the Plantation during this holiday time and experience what we consider to be the very limited decoration that would have been found in the Moore's manor home. Presented by Spartanburg County Historical Association at Walnut Grove Plantation.

Hope for Children
Sat., Dec. 12, 6 p.m.
A gospel explosion and holiday fundraiser for underprivileged kids and needy families. $7/advance; $10/door. Presented by Women in Motion.

Barnes & Noble Book Fair
Dec. 15 & 16.
Buy any item from the Spartanburg's Barnes & Noble store over those two days and a percentage will go to the Spartanburg Art Museum. There will also be a "Book Making" demonstration. You can pick up your vouchers online or at the Museum. Sponsored by Spartanburg Art Museum.

ArtWalk
3rd Thursday of each month, 5-9 p.m.
The arts galleries in downtown Spartanburg stay open late this night so art lovers can check out what's new. Spartanburg Art Museum and Artists' Guild Gallery at Chapman Cultural Center are open with no admission fees.

Exhibits
Brookgreen Gardens: SculpTour
Tues.-Sat., 10am-5pm. Free.
Brookgreen Gardens presents a select collection of sculptures to the citizens of Upstate South Carolina through a long-term exhibition in Spartanburg at Chapman Cultural Center. Presented by The Arts Partnership.

District 6 Student Exhibit
Throughout November. Free.
Students from Spartanburg School District 6 will exhibit their work in the Student Galleries at Chapman Cultural Center. Presented by The Arts Partnership.

Spartanburg Military Heroes
Now to Nov. 14
This exhibit honors all Spartanburg military personnel with a special focus on the Medal of Honor recipients from Spartanburg County. Presented by Spartanburg County Historical Association in the Regional History Museum.

A Life's Passion
Now to-Nov. 21
When the Heavrins bought their first piece of artwork many years ago, it was to decorate their house. The purchase of that piece began a project that grew from a hobby into a passion. This is an exhibit that should appeal to everyone from the beginning artist to the seasoned collector. Selections from the Heavrin Collection presented by Spartanburg Art Museum.

"Memories" by Chris Crowley
Nov. 1-28. Free.
Crowley's work quite often depicts ordinary objects and scenes that he imbues with a warmth that invites the viewer to participate in an emotional moment. The exhibit includes works of oil on canvas and board. Artist's reception, Nov. 19, 6-8 p.m., free and open to the public (in conjunction with Art Walk). Presented by the Artists' Guild of Spartanburg.

Artwork and Friendships in Postwar Germany
Now to Dec. 5
Work by Georg Arnold-Grabone, who was well-known for his exceptional use of the palette knife. Presented by Spartanburg Art Museum.

Christmas by Design
Dec. 1-Jan. 9
A look at The Sparkle City's Christmases past and present. Presented by Spartanburg County Historical Association in the Regional History Museum.

"Fusion" by Nikki Caulk
Dec. 1-28. Free.
Spartanburg artist Nikki Caulk seeks a connection to the spiritual through her work. This collection of oil paintings reflects the influence of both Eastern and Western spirituality and art along with the influence of contemporary digital images and photography. Artists' reception: Thur., Dec. 17, 5:30-8:30, free and open to the public. Presented by the Artists' Guild of Spartanburg.

Wolf Kahn
Dec. 15-Feb. 20
One of the most important colorists working in America today, Kahn studied with the well-known teacher and abstract expressionist Hans Hoffman. Selected museum collections include the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Whitney Museum of American Art, and the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. Presented by Spartanburg Art Museum.

Duncan McClellan: American Glass Artist
Dec. 15-Feb. 20
This glass artist's beautiful patterns and scenes are achieved through a complex glass layering technique where glass is added and then removed in layers to achieve beautiful and complex scenes and patterns of different colors and depth. Although some vessels may share similar themes and patterns, no two vessels are alike. Presented by Spartanburg Art Museum.

Classes
Music
Trombone Day with Scott Hartman
Sat., Nov. 14
Master Class with Scott Hartman. Master class with individual players and general technique; workshop Trombone Choir Rehearsal and recitals in the evening. Presented by The Music Foundation of Spartanburg at the S.C. Governor's School for Arts and Humanities. To register, call 948-9020.

Spartanburg Art Museum Classes
Registration Deadlines: Workshops: Dec. 9 ~ Art Camps: Dec 16 ~ Classes: Dec. 31 (classes begin in January)

WORKSHOP # W1: Holiday Ornaments
Adults or Children Ages 6-12. Pat Kobore. Sat., Dec. 12 10:30-12. Tuition/$16 Supplies/$6.

WORKSHOP # W2: Sweet fun with Gingerbread Houses
Children Ages 4-12. Mary Ann Morrow. Sat. ,Dec. 12, 1-3. Tuition/$16 Supplies/$7.

WORKSHOP # W3: Children's Christmas Ornaments
Children Ages 6-12. Mary Ann Morrow. Sun., Dec. 13, 2-4. Tuition/$17 Supplies/$5.

WORKSHOP # W4: A Christmas Jewelry Gift
Adults. Freda Tobias. Mon., Dec. 14, 6:30-8:30. Tuition/$17 Supplies/$6.

WORKSHOP #W5: Clay Nativity
Adult & Child. Chuck Bailie. Thur., Dec. 17,6:30-8. Tuition/$16 Supplies/$6.

WORKSHOP #W6: Stained Glass Christmas Tree Ornaments
Adults. Pert Manning Brooks. Thur., Dec. 17, 6:30-8:30. Tuition/$17 Supplies/$7.

WORKSHOP # W7: Sweet fun with Gingerbread Houses
An Encore Presentation of Workshop #1. Children Ages 4-12. Mary Ann Morrow
Sat., Dec. 19, 10:30-12. Tuition/$16 Supplies/$7.

WORKSHOP # W8: It 's A Secret...Present
Children Ages 6-12. Mary Ann Morrow. Sat., Dec. 19, 1-3. Tuition/$17 Supplies/$6.

WORKSHOP # W9: A Child's Christmas Jewelry Gift
Children ages 6-12. Freda Tobias. Sun., Dec. 20, 2-4. Tuition/$17 Supplies/$6.

CAMP #C1: Pottery and Multi Media (Watercolor, Pencil)
Children Ages 6-12. Korey Manley & Jim Cullen. Mon., Dec. 21-Wed. Dec. 23. 9 -12. Tuition $67.

CAMP #C2: Pottery and Colored Pencil
Young Adults Ages 14-18. Chuck Bailie. Mon., Dec. 28-Wed., Dec. 30, 9-12. This camp has a limit of 10 students. Tuition/$67.

Dance Classes
Ballet Spartanburg's Dance Center - Montgomery Studios located at the Chapman Cultural Center offers classes in Ballet, Creative, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Irish Step, Modern, Musical Theater, Ballroom, Salsa, Middle Eastern, and introducing Zumba. Classes for all ages and abilities. Special boys-only classes. Successful Pre-professional Division. Call 583-0339 or visit www.balletspartanburg.org for more information.

Science Camps
Fun with Science
Most Wednesdays at 3:30 p.m.
After school, come explore the world of science. This program is open to kids of all ages. There is no need to preregister. Cost is $5 per child.
Call B. Johnson: 278-9681.

Science Center Holiday Camps
� Dec. 21-23 (fossils, ancient stone tools, dinosaurs in the morning; reptiles in the afternoon)
� Dec. 28-30 (chemistry in the morning; physics in the afternoon)
9:30-Noon and/or 1-4 pm � Ages 5-12.
Morning camp/$45. Afternoon camp/$50. All-day camp/$100.
Call J. Green: 278-9680.

Theatre Workshop
Put on a Play Workshop:
'Twas the Night Before Christmas
Sat., Dec. 12, 9 a.m.to noon.
Tuition is $25. Presented by Spartanburg Youth Theatre.

For more information about any of the cultural programs provided through The Arts Partnership of Greater Spartanburg, please visit the Chapman Cultural Center website.

Photo - Reva, Cindy & Cyndi

Please sign up for the workshop, Thrown Cracked Clay with Jim Cullen. The Workshop will be held in the Spartanburg Art Museum Pottery Studio on Friday November 13th. You may sign up at the Museum

Jill Steenhuis Returns to Spartanburg
Please join Mobile Meals for an encore private showing and sale of French Impressionist paintings.

Exhibition - Meet the Artist
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
6 pm - 8 pm
The Piedmont Club
361 East Main Street
Spartanburg, SC

A percentage of the proceeds will benefit Mobile Meals

Image - Steenhuis Painting

Jill, an Atlanta native, has been painting landscapes of Provence and Venice for 28 years. After receiving her Bachelors of Fine Arts degree from Sweet Briar College, she continued her studies at the Leo Marchutz School of Painting and Drawing in Aix-en-Provence, which follows the tradition of C�zanne. In June, 2006 Jill was the C�zanne specialist for the Smithsonian Institute when they traveled to Aix to celebrate the 100th anniversary of C�zanne's death. Jill's work has been featured in numerous exhibits and museums across America and France. Among the collectors of her work are the late Mr. Peter Jennings of the ABC Evening News, Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Hardaway, III, The Federal Reserve Bank of Georgia, Mr. and Mrs. Doug Billian of Art & Antiques Magazine. The artist resides in an old Provencal home in Aix-en-Provence with her husband and their three sons. For more information about Jill, visit www.jillsteenhuis.com