Community Calendar

The word craft-itarianism was coined by 2026 Center for Craft Curatorial Fellow Alyssa Velazquez to name artistic projects that generate employment, raise awareness, or offer therapeutic support through craft. These programs provide a space where people affected by addiction, incarceration, and gun violence can find solidarity while learning a skill.

Craft-itarianism: Community Action Through Craft celebrates nonprofits and artists who believe in—and actively practice—the power of craft to support and empower individuals and communities.

This exhibition was curated by 2026 Center for Craft Curatorial Fellow Alyssa Velazquez. Launched in 2017, the Curatorial Fellowship supports emerging curators exploring new ideas about craft with mentorship, professional development, and a $5,000 honorarium to realize an exhibition.

On view February 27, 2026–September 27, 2026.

WHAT: Where's Waldo Brevard
WHEN: July 1st thru July 31st
WHERE: Highland Books & Downtown Brevard

Pick up a Where’s Waldo Passport at Highland Books starting July 1st! Search for Waldo in Brevard at 30+ local businesses and turn your passport in to Highland Books before the end of the month for a prize and a chance to win one of three stacks of Waldo books!

The Weirdo Arts & Community Flea Market is back in full effect starting May 2 11am-4pm, at Poe West Greenville! 556 Perry Ave. Sponsored by @sixandtwenty distillery! This will be our second year at the Poe West development in the Village Arts District of West Greenville. Every first Saturday of the month, May-December, (no market July) there will be over 75 unique local vendors of all types set up showcasing their items for sale. We will also have live music from fun local bands. And if you’re hungry, Fermetery Mobile Kitchen will be serving pizza, salads and pickles. (These are the same chefs that owned Carolina Bauernhaus, same delicious pizza you remember!) Grab a drink from Six & Twenty Distillery, Unlocked Coffee and grab a dessert from La Rue Chocolate! So much to see and do! Become a part of our amazing and inspiring market, support small businesses and tell your friends! See you there! Free parking and entry! (DM us for info on vending. Registration begins at the end of February.)

🇺🇸 Celebrate July 4th at the Forge! Our taproom will be open as usual Saturday, July 4th, from 11:30 am-10 pm. Nosh on our all-day BBQ menu and special-themed beverages and treats while enjoying the festive sounds of Big Radio from 3-5 pm. And get in on the excitement of our watermelon eating contest! 🍉

🎸About Big Radio:
Big Radio is a fun-filled party style band, performing all-time favorites and the most popular songs from the 50’s to present. Big Radio's band leader Brian (BB) Peters has toured the globe with major national touring acts such as the Bruce Willis Blues Band, Chris Brown, Panic at the Disco, Steve Vai, Sheila E, 7th House & more.

This combo of both our Simply Charmed and Enamel a Charm is the perfect way to experience a few styles of jewelry making and leave with a multi-charm necklace. This is also perfect for larger groups, bridesmaids parties, and team building. It includes a brass and silver charm of your choosing, plus a sterling silver chain.

$105 includes a a silver charm to stamp and a silver charm to enamel plus a sterling silver chain

The 30th Annual Upstate Shakespeare Festival in beautiful Falls Park in downtown Greenville, SC features A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM opening May 21st, 2026 and runs through June 21st, followed by THE TWO NOBLE KINSMEN running July 9th – 25th. This is not your English teacher's Shakespeare! Bring your dog, your kids, your cousin's wife's best friend, or a bottle of wine and a picnic basket. Admission is free and open to the public, and donations are greatly appreciated. Performances are Thursdays - Sundays at 7pm and run approximately 90 minutes with no intermission, weather permitting.

The Jazz Showcase is curated by esteemed pianist, scholar, and UNC Asheville music professor Dr. Bill Bares; this showcase series is dedicated to bringing the region’s finest jazz musicians and most compelling sounds to our stage in a true listening room experience.

Join our intercultural summer day camps where children 6-12 years old explore music creation, international dance, music instrument building, and other forms of art in a joyful and supportive environment. Each child receives personal attention and a meaningful creative experience.

The word craft-itarianism was coined by 2026 Center for Craft Curatorial Fellow Alyssa Velazquez to name artistic projects that generate employment, raise awareness, or offer therapeutic support through craft. These programs provide a space where people affected by addiction, incarceration, and gun violence can find solidarity while learning a skill.

Craft-itarianism: Community Action Through Craft celebrates nonprofits and artists who believe in—and actively practice—the power of craft to support and empower individuals and communities.

This exhibition was curated by 2026 Center for Craft Curatorial Fellow Alyssa Velazquez. Launched in 2017, the Curatorial Fellowship supports emerging curators exploring new ideas about craft with mentorship, professional development, and a $5,000 honorarium to realize an exhibition.

On view February 27, 2026–September 27, 2026.

WHAT: Where's Waldo Brevard
WHEN: July 1st thru July 31st
WHERE: Highland Books & Downtown Brevard

Pick up a Where’s Waldo Passport at Highland Books starting July 1st! Search for Waldo in Brevard at 30+ local businesses and turn your passport in to Highland Books before the end of the month for a prize and a chance to win one of three stacks of Waldo books!