May 22 Friday
The Beauty of the Bloom: A Celebration of Botanical Art
Step into a world of vibrant color and organic wonder at the Black Mountain Center for the Arts. This May, we invite you to Pure Flora, a stunning multi-media exhibition dedicated to the breathtaking beauty of the plant kingdom.
Featuring talented regional artists, this collection explores our deep connection to nature through exquisite painting, photography, sculpture, and mixed media. More than just a gallery show, Pure Flora serves as the official lead-in to our milestone 20th Anniversary of Art in Bloom. Come experience the "botanical beauty" that has inspired our community for two decades and find a fresh perspective on the flowers and forests that surround us every day. Whether you are a gardener, a nature enthusiast, or a lover of fine art, this exhibition is the perfect way to embrace the spirit of spring in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
When: May 1st – May 22nd, 2026
Gallery Hours: Monday – Friday, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Admission: Free & Open to the Public
Fire and Water: Turner, Constable, and a Rivalry That Redefined Landscape Painting
Travel to Tate Britain, London, for a landmark exhibition uniting two of the most influential—and competitive—figures in British art. J.M.W. Turner’s blazing skies and dramatic vistas stand in striking contrast to John Constable’s intimate, faithful portrayals of the English countryside. Born just one year apart, the pair were famously described as “fire and water.” Celebrating 250 years since their births, this Artful Journey explores how rivalry, passion, and differing visions of nature helped transform landscape painting forever.
Friday, May 22nd, 10:30 - 12:00Black Mountain Center for the Arts$25 (All Refreshments Included)
Live Bluegrass with The Sons of Ralph band at Jack of the Wood in Asheville NC, Fridays at 7:00
In December of 2021, a group of all-star musicians from North Carolina got together to perform the music of John Prine in Elkin, NC. The show was supposed to be a one-off night sponsored by The Reeves Theater and Cafe, but the musicians quickly realized there was a very special and unique ‘magic’ happening on stage that evening. Since then, The Tree of Forgiveness Band has performed in venues through NC and VA, including RoosterWalk Festival, and will be performing inside the Bluegrass Caverns at The Cave Fest in Tennessee in October of 2023.
The Tree of Forgiveness Band - A Tribute to John Prine performs music that spans the life and career of Mr. John Prine. From his first album in 1971, John Prine, up to his final 2018 release The Tree of Forgiveness, the band digs into both well-known classics such as “Illegal Smile,” “Sam Stone,” “Angel From Montgomery” and “Grandpa Was A Carpenter” to some of his ‘deep cuts’ such as “Bruised Orange” and “Egg & Daughter Nite.”
The band features Tommy Jackson (keys/piano) from The Camel City Yacht Club, Joey Recchio (guitar), Ashley Sutton (bass), Brian Swenk (banjo) from Big Daddy Love, Chris “Silk” Terry (drums) from Silk Groove Revue, Kate Carson-Groner (accordion) from The Reeves House Band, Luke Mears (guitar) from The Luke Mears Band, and Josh Casstevens (electric guitar) from Mood Cultivation Project.
These musicians all have decades of experience performing on a professional level throughout the country, and there’s an undeniable magic when they get together on stage and perform the music of Mr. John Prine.
May 23 Saturday
Take a daily, short, guided stroll that highlights Grandfather Mountain’s rhododendron species and blooms. See the blooms and learn about their history, attributes and roles they play in the mountain’s ecological communities. The easygoing walks take approximately 20 minutes and are fit for guests of all ages – wheelchair and stroller accessible. Meet outside the entrance of the Wilson Center for Nature Discovery. Staff naturalists will also have a display inside Wilson Center. Included with admission.
May 24 Sunday
The Greer Farmers Market is excited to invite the community back to Greer City park in 2026 for their 11th season in Greer.Core Season: Each Sunday, 11AM-2PM, April 26-October 4.
Shop with over 40 farmers, makers, and bakers, plus live music, food trucks, and unique activities. Enjoy shopping under tree canopy at the 12-acre Greer City Park: featuring paved sidewalks, shuttle service from parking lots, bathrooms, sidewalks, open fields, stunning fountains, and a playground for kids. Within walking distance find shops and restaurants on Trade St. in downtown Greer, all nestled in the rolling foothills of the Upstate. Join us once and you will return again!
April 26: Grand Opening, Plant Swap May 3: TBA May 10: Mother's Day Picnic May 17: Farm Day, Petting Zoo, Homestead/Homeschool Day May 24: New in Town May 31: Par-Tee on Trade + Plant Swap + National Gardening Week June 7: Kids June 14: Senior Vouchers June 21: Father's Day June 28: Plant Swap + Pollinator Week July 5 - Cancel ---------CANCEL July 12: Health Day July 19 : Peach Cookoff July 26 : Plant Swap + Watermelon Day Aug 2: National Farmers Market Week Aug 9: Back to School Aug 16 : Clean Water Appreciation Aug 23 : Community Resources Aug 30 : Plant Swap Sept 6: Sports Sept 13: Mushrooms Sept 20: Paint in the Park, En Plein Air Sept 27: Plant Swap Oct 4: Pumpkin Party
Food Programs: Greer Farmers Market is proud to be a SNAP Retailer and Healthy Bucks site. We have a Healthy Kids/POP Club Program where we offer produce vouchers and education for children at the market. We encourage anyone wanting to utilize these programs to join us during our market dates.
About Us....All year access to fresh local foods and community. The Greer Farmers Market has been an integral part of Downtown Greer since 2015. Our market serves a diverse shopper base consisting of young families, professionals, and seniors. The Greer Farmers Market is a non-profit 501c3 farmers market in the State of South Carolina. Our mission is to support local farmers, bakers, and hand-made businesses by providing an accessible platform to sell in-season items directly to Greer’s residents and visitors.
May 25 Monday
May 26 Tuesday
WHERE: Third RoomWHEN: Tuesday December 23, 2025TIME: 8pmFREE SHOW, 18+
ALL DJS WELCOME. Just bring your USB.
Sign ups start at 8pm, slots are limited so get here early.
Always a FREE community event and flow friendly so bring your flow toys.
See you on the dancefloor!