Thursday, May 30th from 10-10:30am! The Upcountry History Museum is kicking off their newest children’s exhibit, Curious George: Let’s Get Curious! This FREE 30-minute storytime on the Plaza stage includes a reading of Curious George Plants a Tree and a meet-and-greet with George himself! … [Read more...] about Storytime with Curious George
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Farewell, Mr Haffmann
This film screening and discussion is in commemoration of the 85th Anniversary of Kristallnacht. The evening begins with a pre-movie discussion by the organizers and a panel of local history professionals: Rebecca Stoil, Assistant Professor Clemson History Dept. Jason Hansen, Associate Professor of History, Furman University Elliott McCarthy, B’nai Israel … [Read more...] about Farewell, Mr Haffmann
Boarding School Connect
This event will offer a gateway for families and prospective students from across the Upstate and surrounding areas to visit with and meet with school representatives from 6:00pm to 8:00pm featuring 57 boarding schools of different sizes from 20 states. These schools represent some of the best that our country has to offer with a full range of dynamic, world-renowned academic, … [Read more...] about Boarding School Connect
YOUR GUIDE TO VIRTUAL LEARNING
Your Guide to Virtual Learning... We’re all stuck in the same boat. At home. If you have kids, you may be searching for ways to keep them busy while quarantined. Hiding in a closet isn’t an option. We thought we’d share a few of our favorite educational activities to use at home. And a few non-educational activities to ensure that you keep your hair. Khan … [Read more...] about YOUR GUIDE TO VIRTUAL LEARNING
HOLIDAY BUDGETING WITH WOODMARK WEALTH
Holiday Budgeting with Woodmark Wealth... Christmas is just around the corner and I haven't checked my list twice. In fact, I don't have a list yet! People who put up Christmas decorations the day after Halloween are not my people. If I have my tree up and decorated by Christmas Eve, we're gonna call it a win. Giving gifts is always a special part of the holiday, but … [Read more...] about HOLIDAY BUDGETING WITH WOODMARK WEALTH
HISTORY OF THE FURMAN BELL TOWER
History of the Furman Bell Tower... Furman University, the oldest private institute of higher learning in South Carolina, was founded in 1826 and named for clergyman Richard Furman. The university has landed on prestigious national lists for years. From its' extraordinarily beautiful campus to some of the highest rated academic programs in the country, Furman is ranked one … [Read more...] about HISTORY OF THE FURMAN BELL TOWER
HALLOWEEN CANDY & YOUR TEETH
Halloween Candy & your Teeth... With Halloween just around the corner, and lots of temptation all around us, let’s talk about Halloween candy and your teeth. When it comes to your oral health, sweets in moderation are okay, as long as you also brush twice a day and floss before bed. What you want to avoid is tooth decay that can lead to cavities or even tooth loss. … [Read more...] about HALLOWEEN CANDY & YOUR TEETH
WELCOME TO THE ACADEMY
Welcome to The Academy... I pulled into the parking lot of the Upper School (formerly Shannon Forest Christian School) and was immediately lost in a sea of cars. Grandparents and Special Friends Day. The display of support from family and friends was heartwarming. Less than twenty minutes on campus and I was already impressed. First Presbyterian Church and Shannon … [Read more...] about WELCOME TO THE ACADEMY
CORPORATE WELLNESS WITH SPORTSCLUB
Corporate Wellness with Sportsclub... Did you know the average employee will spend over 1800 hours a year at work? This is a huge amount of time in which employers can have a real impact on their employees by educating them on the benefits of a healthier lifestyle. Research from organizations such as the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Centers for Disease … [Read more...] about CORPORATE WELLNESS WITH SPORTSCLUB
THE TOOTHBRUSH DEBATE
The Toothbrush Debate... It is my belief that just about every adult patient (and every young patient in braces) should have an electric toothbrush. There are 2 reasons for this: time spent brushing and force of brushing. When I was a student in dental school I had a professor that said a manual toothbrush could be as effective as an electric brush if used properly, and … [Read more...] about THE TOOTHBRUSH DEBATE