Central, SC

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Central is a town located in Pickens County, South Carolina, in the northwest corner of Upstate SC. Central is midway between Atlanta, Georgia and Charlotte, North Carolina. Central is within a half-hour drive are the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, Hartwell Lake, Lake Keowee and Lake Jocassee. Central offers a small town community and wonderful atmosphere for those looking for a quiet, relaxing location.

The population was 3,522 at the 2000 census and in 2007 was 4092. Central covers about 2.5 square miles. Central is about 28 miles from Greenville, 3.5 miles from Clemson, and 13 miles from Seneca. It is alos home to a great Railroad Festival that helps to celebrate Central's heritage as a railroad town.

If you would like to find out about real estate for sale in Central such as land or homes, please visit my website to search real estate in Central SC. And also be sure to read the May 2010 real estate market reports for Central SC.

Central came into being because of a railroad boom that began in 1873. The town's name represents the fact that it is midway between Atlanta and Charlotte. The railroad decided to set up its shops here and the place was called Central. And a great way to fun while learning is to attend the Central Railroad Festival!

I read about Christmas at Astabula and thought there might be many others interested in seeing what an early 19th century Christmas at Ashtabula Historic House in Pendleton was like. If you are not familiar with the Ashtabula please be sure to visit the website for the Pendleton Historic Foundation and learn about this home and the fine organization that is working to preserve this historic and beautiful home.

Re-enactors will portray the early families and household servants who lived at Ashtabula Plantation bringing Christmas to life in eight mini-plays staged in the Big House, plantation kitchen/outbuilding and outside by fireside. Reservations are required for a specific tour time - 864-646-3782.

HOURS

• Event Hours: F & Sa 5pm - 8pm; Su 2pm-4:30pm

RATES AND DISCOUNTS

• Admission Fee: Yes
• Fee: $7 Adults, Children $3 (ages 5-10), children under 5 free

SCHEDULE

• December 4, 2009, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
• December 5, 2009, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
• December 6, 2009, 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM
• December 11, 2009, 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
• December 12, 2009, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
• December 13, 2009, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
• December 18, 2009, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
• December 19, 2009, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
• December 19, 2009, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
• December 20, 2009, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
• December 3, 2010 - December 5, 2010

Directions to the Ashtabula Historic House

2725 Old Greenville Hwy - Central, SC

From I-85, Exit 19B to US76 N (towards Clemson & Pendleton). Continue north on US76 for about 8 miles, turn right onto Business SC 28 (Mechanic Street) at traffic light, towards downtown Pendleton. There is a green roadside sign directing travelers to Ashtabula at this intersection. Continue to the Pendleton town square. Turn right onto E. Queen St. (SC 88) at the traffic light at the Pendleton town square and follow signs for SC 88 (turns into Old Greenville Hwy). Continue for approx. 3 miles on SC 88. The gate to Ashtabula is on the left.

For more information about the Astabula Historic House please contact:

Pendleton Historic Foundation

Pendleton, SC 29670

Phone:  864-646-7249

Town of Central Candidates Forum

How many times have you been sitting watching the news or reading the newspaper and felt your blood pressure rise because some politician is making decisions that are nothing like what you want? Well, did you vote? Did you find out everything about the candidates before they got into office? Well an excellent opportunity to find out about the candidates for the Central Town Council is coming up. The event will be held on Thursday, October 22nd beginning at 6pm and will be held at the Central / Clemson Library in Central. Michael Leonard, Publisher of the Daily Journal will serve as the moderator for the event. There is no charge for attendance and the event is open to the public. For more information please call Chris Hardy at 654-1200 or email chris@clemsonchamber.org