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Upcoming Events

Billy Cardine – “World Music Through an Appalachian Lens”

Free Lecture - Join us for an insightful afternoon as Billy Cardine delves into the convergence of world music traditions and Appalachian sensibilities—sharing stories, demonstrations, and the creative philosophies that have shaped his genre-defying career.

516 Buncombe St. Greenville, SC

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Craft morning with UIWG

Tue. 4/14/26 – 10.00am – coffee and crafts! Please join us for this fun activity with the UIWG.

April 14, 2026

10:00 am -

12:00 pm

Upstate International,

9 S. Memminger street, Greenville SC 29601

$0.00

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Ladies night out with the UIWG

Thu. 4/16/26 – 06.30pm – Ladies night out – Greektown Grille in downtown Greenville

400 E. McBee Ave, Greenville SC 29601

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Iliana Rose: The Rise of Cuban Genres — Son, Danzón, and Rumba

Free Lecture - Part two of a six-part series titled “The Evolution of Cuban Music: Tracing Cuba’s Musical DNA.” Dive into the heartbeat of Cuba’s most iconic musical genres in Lecture 2: The Rise of Son, Danzón, and Rumba. This lively, interactive program traces how these defining styles emerged, evolved, and shaped Cuba’s cultural identity.

516 Buncombe St. Greenville, SC

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Coffee and conversation at Panera Bread with UIWG

Tue. 4/21/26 – 10.00am – Coffee at Panera Bread on Woodruff road (Shops at Greenridge). Make sure to join the Upstate International Women’s Group (IWG) for coffee, yummy pastries, breakfast items, good conversation, and lots of fun! Look for our group at the large table in the center of Panera. We look forward to seeing you there. No RSVP is required

1125 Woodruff road, Greenville SC 29607

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Lunch at Jasmine Kitchen with UIWG

Wed. 4/22/26 – 11.45am – lunch at Jasmine Kitchen Lunch at Jasmine Kitchen, 503 Augusta St, Greenville, SC 29605.

503 Augusta street, Greenville SC 29605

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The Iliana Rose Cuban Jazz Band

Join us for a night of exhilarating music that celebrates culture, virtuosity, and the unstoppable power of Cuban jazz. You don’t want to miss it!

516 Buncombe St. Greenville, SC

Greer, South Carolina 29651

$0.00

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Hands on Greenville Day (HOG Day)

May 2, 2026

08:00 am -

04:00 pm

Upstate International ,

9 S. Memminger St., Greenville SC 29601

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GJFF May Film

ADA- My Mother the Architect will be the next Pop-Up Movie from the Greenville Jewish Film Festival to premiere May — at 4 p.m. at Camelot Cinemas in Greenville.

48 East Antrim Drive, Greenville

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Salsa at Sunset - May

20 E Broad St, Greenville, SC 29601

$0.00

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Varna International presents: A Balkan Bouquet

Join us for an unforgettable evening featuring Detska Kitka, the award-winning youth choir from Columbia’s sister city of Plovdiv, Bulgaria. Led by distinguished conductor Yana Deliradeva, this captivating performance bridges cultures through a stunning blend of Bulgarian folklore, Eastern Orthodox chants, and contemporary choral music and dance.

June 4, 2026

07:00 pm -

09:30 pm

Hartness Performing Arts Center,

245 Cavalier Dr, Greenville, SC, 29607 US

$0.00

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Varna International presents: The Magic of Broadway

Experience the glitz and glamour of the stage as the Muzika! Festival presents a high-energy celebration of musical theater. Renowned Broadway pianist Alex Lefevre accompanies a stellar cast of festival singers to bring you an evening filled with your favorite showstoppers, timeless ballads, and iconic Broadway hits.

June 15, 2026

07:00 pm -

09:30 pm

Hartness Performing Arts Center,

245 Cavalier Dr, Greenville, SC, 29607 US

$0.00

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Salsa at Sunset - June

20 E Broad St, Greenville, SC 29601

$0.00

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Salsa at Sunset - July

20 E Broad St, Greenville, SC 29601

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Salsa at Sunset - August

20 E Broad St, Greenville, SC 29601

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Track Our History

Past Events

UIWG fieldtrip to Carter & Holmes Orchid greenhouse

4/7/26 - UIWG fieldtrip to Carter & Holmes Orchid Greenhouse in Newberry, SC

April 7, 2026

10:00 am -

12:00 pm

Carter & Holmes Orchid Greenhouse, Newberry SC,

629 Mendenhall Road, Newberry SC 29108

First Friday Retired Expat luncheon

Retired expats from abroad and Americans who have liked abroad share lunch and great conversation

1609 Laurens Road, Greenville, SC

$0.00

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Short walk on Swamp Rabbit Trail with UIWG

Thu. 4/2/26– 09.00am - Short stroll and walk on the Swamp Rabbit trail to downtown with a stop for coffee at the Commons. Meet us at 09.00am in the Zoo parking lot. We will walk to the Commons and have coffee or a snack and then walk back. Total walking distance approx.. 4 miles. Return to the parking lot will be around noon. RSVP with Mariette by Wed. 4/1/26 at noon.

April 2, 2026

09:00 am -

11:30 am

Greenville Zoo parking lot starting point,

150 Cleveland Park Dr. , Greenville SC 29601

$0.00

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Tom Strange: Musical Instruments from the Birth of America

516 Buncombe Street Greenville, SC 29601

$0.00

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Tranditional Chinese Music Showcase and Interactive Event

The event includes a special hands-on session where students can directly explore traditional Chinese instruments and feel the lively spirit of Chinese music come alive at their fingertips.

March 29, 2026

03:00 pm -

04:00 pm

Greenville Chinese School,

78 Global Drive, Suite 200, Greenville, SC 29607

World wide performances,

$0.00

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Ghana 69th Independence Celebration Dinner

Join the Ghana Association of Upstate South Carolina (GAUSC) as we proudly celebrate Ghana’s 69th Independence Anniversary! This year’s event promises an unforgettable evening filled with culture, unity, and celebration.

311 Spartanburg Hwy Suite F, Wellford, SC 29385

$0.00

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CATI Conference - Translators & Interpreters

March 28, 2026

08:00 am -

05:00 pm

UNC Friday Conference Center,

100 Friday Center Drive Chapel Hill NC 27517

World wide performances,

$0.00

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Kylee Slee & Lindi Li-Bleuel: Divas and Dames Through the Decades - Women's History Concert

516 Buncombe Street Greenville, SC 29601

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Greenville Triumph SC vs New York Cosmos

Greenville and the SC Upstate connection to professional soccer

March 25, 2026

06:00 pm -

09:00 pm

Furman University - Soccer Stadium (Eugene Stone III),

3300 Poinsett Hwy Greenville, SC 29613

$0.00

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Lunch with the UIWG at Jasmine Kitchen

Join the UIWG for lunch at Jasmine Kitchen

503 Augusta street, Greenville SC 29605

$0.00

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Long walk on the Swamp Rabbit Trail with the UIWG

Join the UIWG for an 8 mile walk on the Swamp Rabbit Trail with a stop for lunch at the Swamp Rabbit Café.

March 24, 2026

09:00 am -

01:30 pm

Greenville Zoo parking lot,

150 Cleveland Park Dr. , Greenville SC 29601

$0.00

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3rd Annual OLLI Asheville College for Seniors Course