#PlanAhead: Weekend of September 22-24, 2017

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euphoria has events happening all weekend, so be sure to check out their site for availability. It’s going to be filled with delicious food and drinks.

Friday | Sept 22.

Drink: Sippin’ in Simpsonville Oktoberfest | Downtown Simpsonville | 6 – 10 p.m. | Tickets here.

Listen: The Underhill Family Orchestra | The Velo Fellow | 9 p.m. | Join this Alabama group for some “arm-swingin’, foot-stomping, Appalachia-inspired sound.”

  • L.O.Z. at Aloft | Aloft Greenville | 9 p.m. – 12 a.m. | Enjoy late-night drinks and dance to music by L.O.Z., a band blending genres from funk to rock to reggae + hip-hop.
  • SC Bach Society Presents: Art of Fugue | Daniel Recital Hall, Furman University | 7:30 p.m. | For lovers of traditional music, catch Daniel Pyle on harpsichord. | $20.

Trivia: Fandom Trivia: Lord of the Rings | Chasing Rabbits Tea Company | 7 – 8 p.m. | Did you know it’s Bilbo and Frodo’s birthday weekend? Test your knowledge further at this free trivia night.

ForKids: Tweetsie Railroad Ghost Train | 300 Tweetsie Railroad Ln | 7:30 – 11:30 p.m. | Open Friday and Saturday nights Sept. 22 – Oct. 28. | The ghost train includes trick-or-treating, the Freaky Forest, the Haunted House + more. Check it out here. | Tickets $38.

Dish: Frost & Sip | Cakes By U | 7 – 9 p.m. | Decorate your own cake at this fall-themed class, no experience needed. | $25, register here.

Opening: Panda Express + drive thru on Woodruff Road (that means Chinese takeout for dinner 🍜).

  • Denny’s (2521 Wade Hampton Blvd.) will be unveiling its new, locally inspired design beginning at 8 a.m. Stop by for specials on diner classics, prizes, and a chance to win *free* Original Grand Slams for a year. 😋

Saturday | Sept. 23

Cause: End of Summer Bash | Ink N Ivy | 4 p.m. – 2 a.m. | Bid farewell to summer while supporting local nonprofit Izzie’s Pond Wildlife Animal Rescue + the Mutt Mesh Animal Rescue of Texas.. Live music, wildlife animals on-scene + raffle prizes.

Arts: “The Life of Jan Brett” Opening | Upcountry History Museum | Sept. 23, 10 a.m. – Sept. 24, 5 p.m. | This exhibit features the work of children’s author and illustrator Jan Brett + an interactive activity for kids. | $8 for adults.

Listen: Swamprabbit Squeezebox Festival | The Radio Room | 6 p.m. – 12 a.m. | South Carolina’s first accordion festival will feature the instrument in sets by traditional, rock + even punk musicians.

Watch: Improv All-Stars: Interactive, Clean Comedy Games | Alchemy Comedy Theater | 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. | $10

Shop: Janina Ellis Back Closet Sale | Flat Iron Building, 1207 Pendleton St. | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Browse Janina Ellis’s studio and pick up a piece for up to 40% off. Check out her paintings here.

Sunday | Sept. 24

Festival: Spartanburg Greek Festival | St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church | 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. | Check out authentic + delicious Greek food, pastries, music, dancing, and shopping.

Active: The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride | Trailblazer Park, Traveler’s Rest | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Greenville is taking part in this international biking day to benefit the Movember Foundation, which focuses on prostate cancer and men’s mental health. | Register at www.gentlemansride.com.

  • Swamp Rabbit Bike Ride for Veterans | Upstate Warrior Solution | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Bikers of all levels are welcome to join this ride to TR with a stop at Duke’s BBQ. Bikes will be available to borrow. | Contact seargle@upstatewarriorsolution.org by Sept 21 to sign up.

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