Upcoming Greenville events: Treasure chests, superheroes and family hikes
Beat the heat this weekend with some daytime indoor fun or venture outside for some family time in nature at Paris Mountain State Park.
Learn about the "Tales of the Maya Skies" at the Roper Mountain Science Center.
Explore your child's creativity with sidewalk chalk art at the Traveler's Rest and Simpsonville libraries.
Try your hand at music with a beginner's ukulele class at the Five Forks Library.
Or enjoy the summer pastime of popcorn and soda (and air conditioning) with a summer movie.
Don't forget to view Upstate Parent's monthly calendar to plan ahead for your family adventures.
More: July 2022 Events Calendar and Things to Do in the Upstate and surrounding area
Starry Nights at Roper Mountain
Starry Nights programs are July 15 at Roper Mountain Science Center. “Magic Treehouse” is at 4:30 and 6 p.m. “Tales of the Maya Skies” is at 7:30 p.m. Advance ticket purchases are required. For details, visit ropermountain.org.
Treasure Chest Kit Workshop
ARRR! Treasure Chest Kit Workshop is July 16 at select Lowe’s stores. In this hands-on workshop, kids will construct a creative container to store their own little gems and trinkets. Register by July 15 at lowes.com/events/register/arrr-treasure-chest-kit-workshop.
Super Hero Summer
Super Hero Summer – Thor is July 16 at EdVenture in Columbia. The event includes a meet-and-greet, face painting and more. Visit edventure.org.
Music Adventure Classes
Music Adventure Classes are at 10 a.m. Mondays at Swamp Rabbit Café. Classes are geared for pre-K – K but all ages are welcome. The cost is $15 per class ($5 for each additional sibling) and includes a coffee and pastry. For details and registration, visit @musicadventure on Instagram or email musicadventureforkids@gmail.com.
Sidewalk chalk creations
Make sidewalk chalk creations at 10:30 a.m. July 18 at the Travelers Rest Library. For details, visit greenvillelibrary.org.
Make sidewalk chalk creations at 10:30 a.m. July 21 at the Simpsonville Library. For details, visit greenvillelibrary.org.
Beginner ukulele class
A beginner ukulele class for ages 6 – 11 is at 3:30 p.m. July 18 at the Five Forks Library. Registration is required. For details, visit greenvillelibrary.org.
Summer movies
Summer movies – “Despicable Me 3” and “Tom & Jerry” are shown July 19 and 20 at select Regal theaters. See details at regmovies.com/static/en/us/smx.
Wild For Reading Wednesday
Wild For Reading Wednesday is at 2:30 p.m. July 20 near the farmyard at the Greenville Zoo. Included with admission. For details, visit greenvillezoo.com.
Under The Sea Tea Party
An Under The Sea Tea Party, a summer reading program for ages 11 and younger, is at 10 a.m. July 21 at the Pelham Road Library. Visit greenvillelibrary.org.
Family Craft Night
Family Craft Night: Summer Fun is 5 – 7 p.m. (drop in) July 21 at the Five Forks Branch Library. Visit greenvillelibrary.org.
Outdoor concert at the Five Forks Branch Library
An outdoor concert is at 6:30 p.m. July 21 at the Five Forks Branch Library. Bring chairs or a blanket. Visit greenvillelibrary.org.
Furman University’s Lakeside Concert
Furman University’s Lakeside Concert is at 7:30 p.m. July 21 Admission is free. Visit furman.edu/academics/music/camps-conferences/music-by-the-lake.
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