Community Calendar

Sundays from 4 to 6 pm enjoy Greenville Jazz Collective's Sunday Jazz Jam! The jam is open to all ages and skill levels — and there is no cover charge to simply attend and enjoy.

The Greenville Jazz Collective (GJC) preserves and promotes jazz in Upstate South Carolina. GJC stewards this important American art form through the promotion of live performance to support our local musicians, as well as educational events and programs to nurture the next generation of jazz musicians.

The Board Identity - Boone's Tuesday Game Club

COME JAM ON TUESDAYS!
Fireforge's Open Bluegrass Acoustic Jam with hosts Matt Purinton and Sam Kruer is every Tuesday evening from 6:30-8:30 pm! Everyone with an acoustic instrument is welcome to play. Come jam or listen and request tunes! It’s going to be a ton of picking and grinning . See you there!

MEET THE HOSTS
Matt and Sam are both veterans of the Greenville music scene. While both are steeped in bluegrass, they’re versatile in their ability to play many styles. Matt’s fiery mandolin playing and Sam’s rock solid bass grooves enable them to make an exciting bluegrass sound that you’ll want to rock with!

Join Us! --- Our WNC MS Support Group invites individuals with MS, families, friends and other care partners to share common experiences and concerns, provide and receive emotional support, and obtain information related to Multiple Sclerosis. We learn about various aspects of living and coping with MS.
Our group is led by a person affected by MS. All groups are free of charge.

Challenge yourself while drinking beer! Teams of up to 6 can compete for fantastic prizes. Join us in the taproom every Wednesday from 7-9. Bring a phone!

Earthlyminds gallery is located in downtown Saluda NC. We have over 40 artist and craft makers of all backgrounds, skill levels, and mediums. Currently we are offering monthly sliding scale pay what you can classes, and occasional free mini classes with artist Tia Sculpt. Open 5 days a week, closed Tues/Thurs.

For decades, the historic Old Rock School in Valdese has welcomed award-winning bluegrass musicians and national favorites, offering an unforgettable experience in its intimate 500-seat auditorium. The Bluegrass at the Rock series returns for the 2026–2027 season, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway to this charming foothills town. Before the show, enjoy Valdese’s vibrant dining scene, from Italian-inspired dishes honoring the town’s Waldensian roots to Southern comfort food, handcrafted pizzas, sweet treats, and locally roasted coffee. Explore the outdoors at scenic McGalliard Falls or relax at the 300-acre Valdese Lakeside Park, ideal for paddling, picnicking, fishing, or walking trails. Discover the town’s rich Waldensian heritage through museums, festivals, and community celebrations. Come for the bluegrass, stay for the small-town charm, distinctive dining, natural beauty, and welcoming spirit that make Valdese a hidden gem in Western North Carolina.

All shows are at 7:30pm and doors will open at 6:30pm. The Old Rock School Box Office is open Monday - Friday from 8am -5pm (closed for lunch 12 - 1pm daily). The handicapped entrance is located at the side of the building (elevator). Call 828-879-2129 for additional information or send an email to mangi@valdesenc.gov. All ticket sales are non-refundable.

Sundays from 4 to 6 pm enjoy Greenville Jazz Collective's Sunday Jazz Jam! The jam is open to all ages and skill levels — and there is no cover charge to simply attend and enjoy.

The Greenville Jazz Collective (GJC) preserves and promotes jazz in Upstate South Carolina. GJC stewards this important American art form through the promotion of live performance to support our local musicians, as well as educational events and programs to nurture the next generation of jazz musicians.

The Board Identity - Boone's Tuesday Game Club

COME JAM ON TUESDAYS!
Fireforge's Open Bluegrass Acoustic Jam with hosts Matt Purinton and Sam Kruer is every Tuesday evening from 6:30-8:30 pm! Everyone with an acoustic instrument is welcome to play. Come jam or listen and request tunes! It’s going to be a ton of picking and grinning . See you there!

MEET THE HOSTS
Matt and Sam are both veterans of the Greenville music scene. While both are steeped in bluegrass, they’re versatile in their ability to play many styles. Matt’s fiery mandolin playing and Sam’s rock solid bass grooves enable them to make an exciting bluegrass sound that you’ll want to rock with!