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Culture

Monet, Matisse, and much more
Presented by Columbia Museum of Art
Photo of a gold-framed painting by Renoir depicting a still life image of fruit and a cup
Pierre-Auguste Renoir (French, 1841–1919). Still Life with Blue Cup, circa 1900. Oil on canvas, 6 x 13 1/8 in. (15.2 x 33.3 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Bequest of Laura L. Barnes, 67.24.19. | Photo provided by Sarah DeSantis, Brooklyn Museum
As much as we love Greenville, we can’t lie — Paris was on our minds this summer in a majeur way. From watching the Olympics (and maybe the cringey but oh-so-bingeable “Emily in Paris”) to daydreaming about strolling through the city streets and sipping a latte by the Seine, we couldn’t baguette it out of our minds.

One non-negotiable item on our dream Paris itinerary? Taking in all the amazing art the city has to offer, from the Louvre to the Musée d’Orsay. The good news: There’s no need to buy a plane ticket — you can experience iconic Parisian art right here in the Carolinas this fall at the Columbia Museum of Art.

A painting in a gold frame

Eugène Louis Boudin (French, 1824–1898). The Beach at Trouville, circa 1887 – 96. Oil on canvas, 14 3/8 x 23 in. (36.5 x 58.4 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Bequest of Robert B. Woodward, 15.314.

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“French Moderns: Monet to Matisse, 1850–1950" opens Saturday, Oct. 5 and will be on view through through Sunday, Jan. 5. This show-stopping exhibition is organized by the Brooklyn Museum and showcases 50+ works encompassing the key avant-garde movements that emerged in Paris in the years between the Revolution of 1848 and the end of World War II.

Think: Mesmerizing gold-frame paintings from an incredible lineup of some of the most pivotal French artists in the history of modern art, from Monet and Matisse to Rodin, Degas, Cézanne, and Renoir.

“It is rare for works with this degree of importance and quality to travel outside of major institutions,” CMA Senior Curator Michael Neumeister said. “This presents a wonderful opportunity for our community to experience significant works of art by some of the most familiar and important names in art history.”
    Plan your visit
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    Art history corner: The Henri Matisse painting featured in the show was originally shown in which iconic exhibition?
    A. The First Impressionist Exhibition (Paris, 1874)
    B. The American Armory Show (New York, 1913)
    C. The Great Exhibition (London, 1851)
    D. Exposition Internationale du Surréalisme (Paris, 1938)
    Make a guess
     
    Events
    Tuesday, Sept. 17
    • Blood Drive | Tuesday, Sept. 17 | 9 a.m.-2 p.m. | Camperdown Plaza | Free | Consider giving blood and receive a $40 e-Gift card from The Blood Connection.
    • Watercolor Bookmarks | Tuesday, Sept. 17 | 6-8 p.m. | Hughes Main Library | Free | Artists of all skill levels can come and paint your new favorite bookmark.
    Wednesday, Sept. 18
    • Beauty for Breakfast | Wednesday, Sept. 18 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | The Altar Spa | $40 | Enjoy brunch at The Whitman Restaurant followed by an Altar Spa Masterclass, led by the top experts for each of the spa’s skincare and beauty brands.
    • Champagne and Fried Chicken with Yaki Yama | Wednesday, Sept. 18 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | The Community Tap Travelers Rest | Price of purchase | Pair a glass of bubbly with some crispy fried chicken wings — show up early before it sells out.
    Thursday, Sept. 19
    • Pints and Poses | Thursday, Sept. 19 | 6-7 p.m. | The Pub for What Ales You | $15 | Find your flow with this guided yoga class and enjoy a pint of beer after.
    • True Crime Watch Party | Thursday, Sept. 19 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | The People’s Tap | Free entry | Pay close attention to the true crime documentary and guess whodunit with fellow attendees.
    Calendar of events here
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    Talk

    Add to cal: Collaborators & Cocktails (and co-founders)
    A GIF of attendees at a Collaborators & Cocktails event, 6AM City co-founders Ryan Heafy and Ryan Johnston, and Swamp Rabbit Cafe & Grocery co-founders Mary Walsh and Jac Oliver.
    Enjoy an evening of cocktails, thought-provoking conversation, and expert insights from national marketing leaders + founders in an inspiring setting. | Photos provided by Endeavor Greenville + GVLtoday
    Endeavor’s Collaborators & Cocktails series returns this fall to give Greenvillians the inside scoop on all things local biz. Think: Successful entrepreneurs sharing startup wisdom + exclusive networking opportunities.

    Mark your calendar for these dates and duos:
    Tickets are $30 each (cocktails included) or $50 for both events.
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    News Notes
    Coming Soon
    • A new, village-style retail center called Augusta Gateway is coming to the south end of Augusta Road. The area will feature a grocery store, five retail stores, and 207 parking spaces. Check out the conceptual site plan.
    Seasonal
    • If beer is the Wiesn you get up in the morning, mark Friday, Oct. 4 + Saturday, Oct. 5 on your calendar, because Oktoberfest returns to NOMA Square. Partake in stein-holding and brat-eating contests, listen to live music, and get your fill of food and drinks.
    Try This
    • Alpaca my bags. Alpaca Southern is hosting a pumpkin carving with alpacas event in Travelers Rest on Saturday, Sept. 28 at 11 a.m. Message the Alpaca Southern Instagram account for tickets, and be sure to tag us in your photos.
    Read
    • Upstate resident + “Love on the Spectrum” alum Kaelynn Partlow wrote a book called “Life on the Bridge” + it’s available now. As an autism advocate, therapist, and professional speaker, Partlow said “the dual perspective [of the book] adds to my lived experience on top of my clinical experience.” (Upstate Business Journal)
    Festival
    • St. Mary Magdalene Church in Simpsonville will host its annual International Festival on Saturday, Sept. 21. From 12 to 9 p.m., celebrate diversity and culture with folklore, dancing, music, and games. Snag those tickets.
    Plan Ahead
    • Where can you get European cars, live music, and locally-inspired bites? Why, the EURO Auto Festival: Rhythm & Roots, of course. Head to the Preserve at Verdae golf course on Friday, Oct. 18 and groove to live music while you feast your eyes on cars.
    Coming Soon
    • Did this catch your eye? That’s because locals (like you) are excited about new happenings in our city. Spread the word about your business, services, big news, or upcoming event with our 73,000+ readers.
    Real Estate
    • Calling all brokers, realtors, and house hunters. Enchanted Homes is hosting a Parade of Homes at Cleveland Meadows on Thursday, Sept. 19. From 11 a.m to 2 p.m., tour eight new construction, move-in ready homes. Psst… They’re priced from the $240’s.*
    Edu
    • Congrats to the six Christ Church Episcopal School seniors who qualified as National Merit Semifinalists in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Competition. These students now have the opportunity to continue in the competition for 6,800 National Merit Scholarships worth nearly $26 million. Learn more about CCES.*
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    Eat

    Eat, drink, and be merry

    Here are the euphoria events you can still attend in 2024.
    Feast by the Field
    Slide into these deals. | Photo provided by euphoria
    We’re feeling euphoric. This week, from Thursday, Sept. 19 to Sunday, Sept. 22, euphoria is taking over the town with culinary experiences that aren’t to be missed.

    We’ve got good news, all remaining tickets are 20% off with the code “euphoria24” — valid until 10 a.m. tomorrow, Sept. 18. Click the button below for exclusions.

    Thursday, Sept. 19
    • Aged to Perfection | Thursday, Sept. 19 | 7-10 p.m. | Judson Mill | $135 | Enjoy an evening full of bourbon, bites, and tunes from 1980s-inspired band, Neon Arcadia.
    Friday, Sept. 20
    • Party in the Park | Friday, Sept. 20 | 7-10 p.m. | Fluor Field at the West End | $130 | Dust off your dancing shoes for a Steel Toe Stiletto concert as you enjoy bites + craft beverages.
    Saturday, Sept. 21
    • Feast by the Field | Saturday, Sept. 21-Sunday, Sept. 22 | Times vary | Fluor Field at the West End | $100 | Sample from chefs, breweries, winemakers, and regional distillers, and celebrate 10 years of the SC Chef Ambassador program.
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    There are truly no words to describe how excited I am about this pumpkin carving with alpacas class. It combines two of my favorite things: Halloween, and cute animals. I even convinced City Editor Danielle to come with me.
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