Spartanburg Philharmonic to host November Music Sandwiched In performances on Nov. 4 and 18
The Spartanburg Philharmonic’s Music Sandwiched In series will return to the Barrett Room at the Spartanburg County Library in November, offering free midday performances for the community.
The Spartanburg High School Choral Department will perform Nov. 4, followed by Fayssoux McLean on Nov. 18. Both performances will run from 12:15 to 1 p.m., with doors opening at 11:45 a.m.
Community members are invited to bring their lunch and enjoy live music at the library, located at 151 S. Church St. in downtown Spartanburg. Admission is free.
For more information, visit https://www.spartanburgphilharmonic.org/msi.
FR8yard Flannel Fest returns for three days of music Nov. 6-8
FR8yard will host its sixth annual Flannel Fest Nov. 6-8 at 125 E. Main St. in Spartanburg, offering three days of live music and entertainment as one of the final weekends of the venue’s 2026 season.
The festival will feature 10 live bands, karaoke, a silent auction, yard games, pop-up art, craft beer, draft cocktails and more.
Attendees are encouraged to bundle up and wear their favorite flannel shirts.The event will benefit Children’s Cancer Partners of the Carolinas.
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Caffeinated Conversations to explore Woodruff’s growth
Woodruff’s downtown development and expanding recreational amenities will be the focus of an upcoming Caffeinated Conversations event featuring City Manager Lee Bailey.
The event will offer attendees an opportunity to hear about current projects and what’s ahead for the city, including development surrounding Riverbend Athletic Complex.
Caffeinated Conversations is scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 17, from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. at Knowledge Perk Coffee, 578 N. Church St., Suite A.
Registration information for this event is available at https://web.onespartanburginc.com/atlas/events/10647/details
Saluda Grade Trail plans move forward
PAL and Conserving Carolina hosted an information session in Landrum on Aug. 18 to share 60% design plans for the first five miles of the Saluda Grade Trail, which will run from the North Carolina state line south to Landrum.
Organizers also announced that permitting for the section is ahead of schedule.
At the current design stage, the route has been established, locations for bridges and retaining walls have been determined, and environmental impacts have been addressed. Details such as railings, landscaping and pavement finishes remain under consideration. The first segment will end at Hulon Howard Road, just south of Landrum. A construction timeline has not been set and will depend on funding and the outcome of a pending federal ARISE grant application.
More information and future updates are available at palspartanburg.org/ and saludagradetrail.org.
SYP & Social to connect Young Professionals at ArtWalk
Spartanburg Young Professionals (SYP) will host a special SYP & Social during November’s ArtWalk, inviting young professionals to connect with one another and explore Spartanburg’s arts community.
The event is scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 19, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Artists Collective Spartanburg.
Registration information for this event is available at https://web.onespartanburginc.com/atlas/events/10645/details
Landrum Farmers’ Market to launch winter market and holiday craft fair
The Landrum Farmers’ Market will kick off its weekly Winter Market and Holiday Craft Fair series Nov. 7, featuring seasonal vendors, holiday gifts and locally sourced foods.
The market will be held from 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays through Dec. 12 at 221 W. Rutherford St. in Landrum. Vendors will offer holiday décor, gifts, fall and winter produce, beef, pork, eggs and more. Both returning and seasonal vendors will participate.
Shoppers are encouraged to bring cash.
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Red Cross blood donation opportunity in Spartanburg
The American Red Cross is urging people to schedule blood or platelet donations as it works to maintain a steady blood supply ahead of the holiday season. Donors of all blood types are needed, particularly those with type O blood.
Those who donate through Nov. 22 will receive up to $20 in gift cards: a $10 Amazon gift card by email and 500 bonus points through the Blood Donor Rewards program, redeemable for a $10 e-gift card. Successful donations in November will also include free A1C testing. Details are available at RedCrossBlood.org/Maze.
A blood donation opportunity is scheduled in Spartanburg on November 11, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at VCOM, 350 Howard St.
Spartanburg Philharmonic to present ‘Music from the Information Age’ on Nov. 20
The Spartanburg Philharmonic will present “Music from the Information Age” on Nov. 20 as part of its Espresso Series, exploring the intersection of technology, popular culture and contemporary music.
The program features works by Steve Reich, Philip Glass, Missy Mazzoli and Laurie Anderson, along with an inventive arrangement of Radiohead’s “Everything in Its Right Place.” The performance explores the rhythms and sounds of a world shaped by machines, media and the constant flow of information.
A pre-concert reception will be held from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., followed by the performance from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 200 E. St. John St. in downtown Spartanburg. Tickets are available by clicking here.
Coldwell Banker Caine adds two new agents in Spartanburg
Coldwell Banker Caine has added Michael Beckerman and Melissa Flom as real estate agents in its Spartanburg office.
Michael Beckerman brings more than seven years of real estate experience and a background in leadership and customer service, including 14 years in the golf industry. After spending 20 years in Myrtle Beach, Beckerman now calls the Upstate home and draws on his own relocation experience to help buyers and sellers feel prepared for their next move.
Melissa Flom’s earlier work as a first-grade teacher and an FAA air traffic controller honed the communication skills, patience and attention to detail she now brings to buyers and sellers. Flom takes time to understand each client’s priorities and help them consider how a property fits their everyday lives and financial goals.
United Way of the Piedmont launches annual fall food drive
As the holiday season approaches, United Way of the Piedmont is inviting community members to help stock local food pantry shelves through its annual Fall Food Drive.
The drive supports local families experiencing food insecurity by providing resources during a season often centered on gathering around the table. Community members can fill a physical food box through Nov. 13 or make virtual purchases through Nov. 6 to help provide food for families in need. Visit www.uwpiedmont.org/fallfooddrive.
