Former White House Chef to present Revolutionary War history program in Spartanburg on Oct. 16
Former White House Master Chef Marti Mongiello will present “The Scottish American ‘Shero’” at 12:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16, at Chapman Cultural Center in Spartanburg. Hosted by the Spartanburg County Historical Association, the program will explore the life of Mary Patton, a Scottish American frontier businesswoman who manufactured gunpowder to support Patriot forces during the American Revolution.
Mongiello, an author, historian and museum director who worked with seven U.S. presidents, will combine historical storytelling with a culinary presentation featuring the cottage pie recipe included in his book about Patton. The program will connect food and daily life in the Carolina Backcountry with the region’s role in the Revolutionary War, as the nation prepares to commemorate the 250th anniversary of American independence. The event will take place at Chapman Cultural Center, 200 E. St. John St. For more information, visit spartanburghistory.org.
Spartanburg Area Conservancy hosts ‘A Shucking Good Time’ on October 22
Break out the oyster knives for Spartanburg Area Conservancy’s annual A Shucking Good Time fundraiser Oct. 22 at Glendale Shoals. The event will feature unlimited fire-roasted oysters, shrimp and chicken stew, along with craft cocktails, beer, a silent auction, raffle and live music from The Blue Notes Band.
Visit www.spartanburgconservation.org for ticket information.
Professional Pours brings networking and axe throwing to Spartanburg
Spartanburg County professionals can mix business with a little friendly competition at the next Professional Pours networking event, set for Thursday, Oct. 22, at Craft Axe Throwing-Spartanburg, located behind Rockers Brewing Co.
The business-after-hours gathering will give attendees an opportunity to meet other local professionals, expand their business connections and enjoy an evening of axe throwing.
The event is scheduled for 5:30-7 p.m. at Craft Axe Throwing-Spartanburg. Register online at https://web.one spartanburginc.com/atlas/events/10639/details.
Ballet Spartanburg to Open Season With ‘Cinderella’
Ballet Spartanburg opens its season Oct. 23-25 with Cinderella, a timeless fairy tale brought to life through dance and Prokofiev’s iconic score. The full-length production features 21 professional company artists, more than 60 young dancers and more than 100 costumes. The production is led by Artistic Director Lona Gomez.
Audiences are invited to step into the magic of the royal ball as Ballet Spartanburg presents this classic story for all ages. Purchase tickets at www.balletspartanburg.org/events/402/cinderella.
All Hallow’s Eve celebration at Walnut Grove
Step into the past at Walnut Grove during the Spartanburg County Historical Association’s annual All Hallows’ Eve celebration Oct. 24 from 1 p.m. - 9 p.m.
The family-friendly event will feature trick-or-treating in historic buildings, a dog costume contest, colonial toys, candle-making and hayrides. As the sun sets, the event takes a spookier turn with ghost stories around the fire, s’mores, candlelit cemetery walks and other Halloween activities.
For more information visit https://www.spartanburghistory.org/all-hallows-eve.
Josh Lee Memorial 5K rescheduled
The 11th annual Josh Lee Memorial 5K will be held Saturday, Oct. 24, at 9 a.m. at USC Upstate’s G.B. Hodge Center. Rescheduled due to weather, the race honors four student-athletes lost in an accident 11 years ago.
Proceeds benefit the Josh Lee Memorial Scholarship. Registration is $35 at runsignup.com.
