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The Greenville Symphony brings back its tailor-made version of Sergei Prokofiev’s classic “Peter and the Wolf,” with a tale transported from the forests of Russia to the woods of Upstate South Carolina.

Last year, the orchestra commissioned Broadway director Mark Waldrop to write a new version of the 1936 story-with-music about a boy who, with the help of his animal friends, sets out to capture a wolf — despite the warnings of his grandfather.

Local actress Mimi Wyche will return to narrate the tale, now set in Upstate South Carolina.

The orchestra will offer two performances at the Peace Center’s Gunter Theatre, Nov. 1-2. The concerts, both of which take place at 3 p.m., are appropriate for ages 7 and up.

“‘Peter and the Wolf’ is one of the great introductions to orchestral music — each instrument becomes a character, and every melody tells part of the story,” said music director Lee Mills. “I think most people can still remember listening to it as a kid. It makes such an impactful impression.”

The orchestra will also feature Waldrop’s original story set to the music of Edvard Grieg’s popular “Peer Gynt” Suite. The new tale, “The Adventures of RaeLynn and Luke,” centers on two young siblings who journey into the South Carolina woods and have an encounter with ogre-like creatures called gobblewalkers.

Back by popular demand

The orchestra premiered the two pieces with Waldrop’s new narratives last year. The two scheduled performances sold out, and a third concert was added.

The program is being brought back now by popular demand.

“This concert captures everything that makes our Gunter Theatre Series so special,” said the orchestra’s executive director, Jessica Satava. “Audiences are drawn in by the intimacy of the space, the artistry of our musicians and the magic of live narration. It’s a performance that connects generations through music and story.”

Waldrop, a writer and director for live theater, provided special material for Bea Arthur on Broadway and for Bette Midler’s Divine Millennium tour. He has made a specialty of co-writing and directing cabaret and concert appearances for performers including Sutton Foster, Brooke Shields and his longtime friend and collaborator Mimi Wyche. He is the writer and lyricist for the Radio City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular.

Want to go?

What: Greenville Symphony Orchestra: “Peter and the Wolf”

When: Nov. 1-2, 3 p.m.

Where: Peace Center Gunter Theatre

Tickets: $44-$64.90

Info: 864-467-3000 or peacecenter.org

GREENVILLE — Whether you want to go trick-or-treating or pick out the perfect pumpkin, there’s no shortage of fun and spooky activities in Greenville this fall.

Check out free Halloween-themed events at Greenville County Library, visit a haunted house or pick out the perfect butternut squash at T.D. Saturday Market downtown.

Here are five festive activities to try this autumn:

Moonlight Movies in Falls Park

When: Thursday, Oct. 30, 6 p.m.

Where: Falls Park on the Reedy, 601 S. Main St., Greenville

What: A double feature of “Monster House” and “Poltergeist,” along with food vendors, a flash mob, trick-or-treating and haunted movie trivia (with prizes!)

Denver Downs Farm Fall Festival

When: Sept. 26 - Nov. 9, Friday-Saturday

Where: Denver Downs Farm, 1515 Denver Road, Anderson

What: More than 35 fun-filled family activities for children of all ages, including a corn maze, a pumpkin patch, live weekend entertainment, farm animals and bonfires. Grab a snack at the Kettle Corn Barn, the Silo Canteen, Barnyard BBQ in the Picnic Barn, the Sweet Shack, the Corn Dog Shack or the Funnel Cake Barn.

Greenville Swamp Rabbits Halloween hockey games

When: Oct. 31 and Nov. 1, 7 p.m.

Where: Bon Secours Wellness Area

What: Cheer on the Greenville Swamp Rabbits for two nights of Halloween games: Oct. 31 vs. Orlando and Nov. 1 vs. South Carolina. Costumes are encouraged both nights, and the best costumes will be selected for a costume contest between game periods.

Greenville ghost tour

When: Assorted times

Where: Downtown Greenville

What: Greenville Ghost Tours offers a downtown walking tour led by paranormal investigator Gabe Mathews of Truth Searchers: Paranormal Investigators. This two-hour tour, which costs $25-$27, covers less than 2 miles and is designed to educate and entertain.

Boo in the Zoo

When: Oct. 15-19 and Oct. 22-30, 3-8 p.m.

Where: Cleveland Zoo, 150 Cleveland Park Drive, Greenville

What: The Greenville Zoo's annual family-friendly Halloween event is back for its 39th year with trick-or-treating and themed areas, including Pumpkinville, Dragon Alley, Ghost Town and an interactive light tunnel. Note: Guests planning to trick-or-treat must purchase a trick-or-treat upgrade during the online checkout process. Trick-or-treaters must bring their own bags. Check the website for updates on inclement weather.

GREENVILLE, S.C. —

South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster held a news conference Tuesday to talk about the state's response to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits being halted on Nov. 1.

(Watch full news conference in video player above)

Last week, it was announced the benefits would be halted beginning in November due to the government shutdown.

In response, McMaster announced the activation of the Central Carolina Community Foundation's One SC Fund and directed the South Carolina State Guard (SCSG) to assist food banks statewide.

"While South Carolina cannot fully replace federal SNAP benefits, we can and we will step up to help our neighbors," said Gov. McMaster. "By activating the One SC Fund and with the assistance of the State Guard, we're supporting South Carolina families in need. In times like these, South Carolinians are eager to help, and I encourage those who are willing to donate to the One SC Fund or volunteer at your local food bank."

One SC Fund is a coordinated charitable giving campaign dedicated to providing direct monetary assistance to regional food banks and local feeding partners across the state. It's a statewide initiative supported by philanthropic donors and funders from across the state and country.

“The suspension of SNAP benefits will hit our children, seniors, and people with disabilities hardest,” said Georgia Mjartan, President and CEO of Central Carolina Community Foundation. “We are asking every corporation, foundation, and individual to step up now—so food banks can respond to this urgent need.”

McMaster also said the SCSG, an all-volunteer organization separate from the S.C. National Guard, will assist food banks and pantries with distribution operations, traffic flow, and in any other ways necessary to ensure these sites remain safe, orderly, and efficient as demand increases over the coming days.

“This is an opportunity for all of us to work together and take care of those in our state who need our help,” said Sheriff Leon Lott, Commander of the South Carolina State Guard. “The State Guard includes more than 400 men and women, trained and ready for missions like this. Our soldiers will be on the ground assisting food banks and ensuring operations are carried out safely and efficiently.”

According to the South Carolina Department of Social Services, there are more than 556,000 South Carolinians, representing 266,000 households, who received federal SNAP benefits in September 2025, totaling approximately $104 million. According to the South Carolina Department of Public Health, there are more than 900 food banks and pantries statewide.

More about One SC Fund:

The One SC Fund was established in 2015 to serve as South Carolina’s coordinated philanthropic response to disasters. Past activations of the fund have been in response to the Thousand Year Flood, Hurricanes Matthew, Florence, and Helene, and the COVID-19 Pandemic. The fund is administered by Central Carolina Community Foundation.

99% of all money donated to the One SC Fund is granted to nonprofits providing local assistance in South Carolina. The remaining 1% of money donated is directed to outreach, research, reporting, and the administration and oversight of grant contracts.

SIMPSONVILLE — The Greenville area’s newest invite-only golf club is moving ahead, with the course expected to be complete in about one year.

Founders of Kawonu Golf Club — taking its name from the Cherokee word for “duck” — toured a few holes on Sept. 18 at the property, which sits about 30 minutes south of downtown Greenville and 10 minutes west of Fountain Inn.

It sits at the corner of S.C. Highway 418 and Fork Shoals Road, a booming corridor in southern Greenville County that’s dotted with recent tract home developments and new shopping centers. The Reedy River runs alongside the eastern edge of the property, where a portion of the property will be preserved as a waterfowl sanctuary.

The 290-acre property was farmland and hunting property for generations, said Scott Ferrell, founding partner and majority owner of the club.

“We really were kind of lucky to find this land,” Ferrell said. “There were plans to do a housing development at one time, and that didn't work out. So the owners, they were interested in selling, I think, but the golf course alternative became very appealing to them because they couldn’t get another type of project out here.”

Trees have been cleared from sizable portions of the property, but the actual construction of the course hasn’t begun yet, said Andrew Green, the course designer.

Once completed, the course will feature an intimate clubhouse and “well-appointed” cabins. It’s expected to open in 2027. Membership is invitation-only, and the founders are planning to invite 350 local members and 150 members from across the country. No details have been disclosed on the number of members at this point.

There’s plenty of September fun left – get Upstate Parent’s full calendar, tips for getting ready for baby – including preparing big siblings – and much more this month at upstateparent.com.

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The SOOIE BBQ Cook-Off is at the Mauldin Cultural Center Sept. 12 and 13. For details and schedule, visit mauldinbbq.com.

Stencil Your Story: Renegade Art: A Study in Art is 9 a.m. – noon Sept. 12 at TR Makers Co. Recommended for ages 5-12. $48. Discover how art can speak louder than words in this Arts Lead Learning class at TR Makers Co. Be inspired by street artists like Banksy, learn stenciling techniques, apply mixed media styles, and discover the bold world of renegade art. For more information and registration: trmakersco.org/product/msall-f25-k2/.

Afternoon Exploration is 1:30 – 5 p.m. Sept. 12 at Roper Mountain Science Center. For details and tickets, visit ropermountain.org.

Starry Nights programs are at Roper Mountain Science Center Sept. 12. “Map to the Chocolate Planet” is at 4:30 p.m. “FORWARD! To the Moon” is at 6 and “James Webb Space Telescope: The Story Unfolds” is at 7:30 p.m. Advance ticket purchases are required. For details, visit ropermountain.org.

Touch-A-Truck presented by Katie Pizzo Orthodontics, is at the TD Saturday Market 8 a.m. – noon Sept. 13 in downtown Greenville. Children of all ages can climb, sit and play on a variety of trucks on display on Main Street at McBee Avenue. For vendors, children’s events and more, visit saturdaymarketlive.com.

Waggin’ at the Waterpark is Sept. 13 at Otter Creek Waterpark. For details, visit waterparks.greenvillerec.com.

Toddler Time is at 10 a.m. Sept. 13 and 16 at the Upcountry History Museum. Toddler Time includes games and activities, followed by a group story time that includes snacks and juice. For details and ticket information, visit upcountryhistory.org.

Music on the Mountain is 2 – 6 p.m. Sept. 13 at Table Rock State Park. Visit southcarolinaparks.com/products/10003633.

Makers Make Open Studio: Mixed Media is 3:30 – 5 p.m. Sept. 17 at TR Makers Co. Recommended for ages 5-12. $25. At Makers Make Open Studio, students will be given a new artistic challenge each session. Challenges include working with a variety of mediums, colors, textures, and found items. This studio time is great for creative exploration, trying new things, building confidence in your skills, gaining skills in project management and artful engineering. During an open studio session, participants will work independently while having the opportunity to bounce ideas and inspiration off other participants. All participants will leave with the project they have been working on during that time. For more information and registration: trmakersco.org/?s=open+studio&post_type=product.

Teen Cosplay Workshop at 4:30 p.m. Sept. 17 at the Spartanburg Main Library. For teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12 only. Visit spartanburglibraries.org.

Coming in October

A Walk to Remember honoring pregnancy and infant loss is 1 – 3 p.m. Oct. 4 at Fluor Field. Register by Sept. 15 to include your baby in the 2025 tribute presentation. For details and registration, visit shareupstate.com/walk-to-remember.