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November 9th, 2009 - December 9th, 2009 at 1:00 pm

The Brooks Center for the Performing Arts is Clemson University’s home for the performing arts. But some people may not be aware that they also are a great place to check out art! And they are having a FREE art exhibit right now!

The Brooks Center is having an exhibition called Caffeine South and it will showcase the art of several Upstate artists. The Brooks Center is in partnership with The Arts Center of Clemson for this exhibit. All kinds of interesting and different types of art is being shown such as paintings, mixed media sculptures, collages, and assemblages. The art has been created by local artists such as Allen Coleman, Lynn Greer, Eileen Powell, Alexia Timberlake, Deborah Pagano, Darlene Fuhst, and J.J. Ohlinger.

The FREE exhibition will be available to view in the Brooks Center Lobby during regular box office hours, 1-5 p.m., beginning Monday, Nov. 9, through Wednesday, Dec. 9. The exhibits can also be seen during Brooks Center performances. It sure is nice to see the residents of Upstate SC can enjoy fine art without having to drive several hours. I hope you remember to tell your friends and neighbors about the Brooks Center.

The Brooks Center, located in Clemson, provides quality education in fine arts, music, and personal development for all ages. The center offers numerous exhibitions of original art work, most created by artists living in the area and throughout South Carolina.

To find out more information, directions or to purchase tickets online

Please visit The Brooks Center for the Performing Arts Website

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

I just found out that the Foothills Playhouse in Easley is going to be presenting the wild and crazy comedy "They Came From Mars and Landed Outside the Farndale Avenue Church Hall in Time for the Townswomen's Guild's Coffee Morning." It sure is a long title, but it sounds like a funny story.

The story is about a group of Farmsdale Avenue ladies attempting to put on a unique production of a sci fi thriller. High tech effects going awry and the limited talents of some of the Dramatic Society ensure laughs as the the cast struggles to perform. The tear jerking culmination has hysterical audiences on the edges of their seats. Call 864-855-1817 to make reservations or visit their website at www.easleyfoothillsplayhouse.com.

Performances on November 6 and 7 are at 8 p.m. with the November 8 matinee at 3 p.m.

Foothills Playhouse is located in the Old West End Elementary School at 201 S. 5th Street in Easley.

Easley SC Real Estate Residential Market Conditions, Homes Sold, Home Values, Listings, and Homes for Sale - October 25th - 31st 2009 - Pickens County - Greater Greenville South Carolina

During the week of October 25th to October 31st, there were 15 residential homes (including Condos and Townhouses) sold in Easley South Carolina. High list price for these 15 sold homes was $240,000, Low list price was $29,900, Average list price $139,043, Median list price was $139,900, and total list price volume was $2,085,645.

High sold price for these 15 listings was $230,000, Low sold price was $23,000, Average sold price was $131,456, Median sold price was $139,650, and total sold volume was $1,971,840. High Days on Market (DOM) was 248 days, Low DOM was 0 days, Average DOM was 69 days, and Median DOM was 52 days.

There were also 2 homes that went under a Pending or Contingency contract status in Easley. High list price for these homes was $156,990, Low list price was $84,900, Average list price was $120,945, Median list price was $120,945, and total volume for these homes that went under Pending or Contingent contract status was $241,890. High DOM was 64 days, Low DOM was 15 days, Average DOM was 40 days, Median DOM was 40 days.

12 homes were newly listed on the market in Easley during the same period. High list price for these new listings was $1,120,000, Low list price was $49,900, Average list price was $259,341, Median list price was $142,900, and total volume was $3,112,100.

This information is based on statistics gathered from the Greater Greenville Association of Realtors in. Multiple Listing System. Statistics may not include sales like new construction or For Sale By Owners brokered by MLS member firms.

Feel free to Contact Victor Amadi at 864-525-0201 for a complete evaluation of your home, and for all you Easley SC Real Estate needs.

Easley SC Real Estate Properties and Homes for Sale

Greater Greenville County SC MLS Real Estate - Homes for Sale in the Greenville Area of South Carolina. Here you have access to the following market segments: Greater Greenville Entry Level Homes, Greater Greenville Median Homes, Greater Greenville Upscale Homes, Greater Greenville Luxury Homes, Greater Greenville Million Dollar Homes, and Greater Greenville Lots, Homesites and Land for Sale in Greenville County SC. Surrounding towns and communities include: Greenville, Simpsonville, Greer, Easley, Fountain Inn, Mauldin, Taylors, Travelers Rest, Piedmont, and Marietta South Carolina. Also includes Greenville County, Spartanburg County, Anderson County, Pickens County, Laurens County, and Oconee County real estate and homes for sale. Call Victor Amadi at (864)525-0201. EXIT Upstate Realty

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Be sure to make plans for a spooky good time at Table Rock State Park in Pickens county on Saturday Oct 31st. The fun starts at 5PM at the Pinnacle Pavilion Parking area. There will be trunk or treating followed by some scary campfire stories. Plus contests and prizes for the best costumes for boys, girls and adults!

And the best part of all: The Event is FREE to the Public!