It’s That Time Again!
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Whether you’re interested in learning a language, making new friends, dancing salsa at sunset, or just looking for something different to do in the Upstate — there’s a place for you here.
Salsa at a Glance
Fun Looks Good on You
💃 Salsa at Sunset Starts Next Friday 5/22
Golden hour. Great music. Instant summer vibes.
Perfect for:
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Total beginners
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Date night couples
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Friend groups
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Families
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Solo adventurers
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Anyone who just wants a fun night out
No partner needed. Just show up and enjoy the rhythm.
– The Upstate International Team 💃 🕺
Don’t Miss This 👀
Coffee + International Event
Brekkie and roundtable discussions with foreign consuls & trade reps from around the world?? Better register now! May 20th @ 8am
Soles for Africa
Consider donating your new or like-new shoes to Soles for Africa. We are accepting shoes now until the end of June. Look for the box at UI House.
They’re Hiring
Clemson is looking for a
International Employment and Tax Specialist. Check out the link below to see the job listing
AI Ethics Discussion
Expert Insights on AI Governance
Dr. Anne-Elisabeth Courrier from Nantes Université explores managing AI systems we can’t fully control.
Light refreshments will be provided. Please feel free to bring a snack or drink to share
9 S. Memminger St. Greenville, SC
Thursday, May 28, 2026
6:30-9:00 PM
Arrivals beginning at 6:00PM
Questions and RSVP Lee Ferrell at [email protected]
Coming this Summer to UI! ☀️
Meet Move with Sol
We are excited to introduce Move with Sol, a community-centered fitness nonprofit bringing people together through accessible movement experiences.
Co-founders Siggy Woodfork and Melissa Baker are launching the Summer Movement Series 2026, featuring yoga, strength & conditioning, and cardio dance classes that welcome all fitness levels and build connection across cultures.
More info coming soon… 🎉
Duolingo Could Never
Summer of Learning
Summer is a great time to start or grow your language skills.
Registration is open with nine languages, all levels, and dance classes to get you ready for Salsa at Sunset.
Hot this summer: German.
Ten-week courses are $250 for nonmembers and $150 for members (save $100). More classes may be added soon.
Email [email protected] for details.
Hot This Summer 🔥
Our German teachers have been busy helping the staff at The Children’s Museum of the Upstate set up a Cultural Corner Exhibit!
On May 23, the Children’s Museum will open a new Wings in the Air exhibit. Their next destination is Berlin! Check in at a pretend hotel desk, stroll through a vibrant food market, and immerse yourself in the rich culture, colors, and traditions of Germany.
Whether you’re spending your summer in Greenville or in Europe, you can improve your German skills with Upstate International! Summer sessions will be offered by Michael (A0), Petja (A0-A2), Priya (B1 Online), and Raimond (B2). Register today!
Conversation Clubs Updates
ENGLISH: ECC is offering a new evening section of our popular offering! This group is ideal for those who cannot attend our Wednesday morning club meetings. They are meeting at UI House on the first and third of each month: May 3 and May 17, 6:30 – 7:45 PM. All levels of English learners are warmly invited.
SPANISH: Unfortunately, there will be no SCC meetings during the month of May. Please check back with us in June for more information!
** All other Conversation Clubs are operating as usual in May.**
FRENCH: FCC is back at UI House on Friday evenings! On May 29, they will host a special meeting of film clips and discussion from 5:30 – 7:00 PM. Parlons cinéma !
Faces of UI
Meet Richard
UI’s friendliest neighbor
Born: New Jersey
Been in Greenville: 1995
Kids: 2 in New Jersey and 1 in Simpsonville
Favorites: volunteering at UI house thru Hands on Greenville (12 years and running), landscaping
You’ll find him: cuttin’ up with staff, his front porch
Loves: the friendly people at UI and the great conversations
Shoutout Corner
We’d like to give a special shoutout to Hollie, owner of Blue Buddha Farm, who graciously donated plants to Upstate International to help beautify UI house, from elephant ears, hostas, dahlias and more. She has an incredible array of plants and we highly recommend you to check out what she has to offer. Buy local and help us support the small businesses that make Greenville, and the upstate, the amazing place that it is.
