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SPPKs Perform at McKissick Academy’s Family Literacy Night
 The SPPKs will provide entertainment for McKissick Academy’s Open House event from 5:30 – 6:00 PM on Sept 17th.Â
Old Time Fiddler’s Convention
Old Time Fiddler’s Convention Old-time musicians from across the region will gather at the Hagood Mill Historic Site for the
JAM Summit 2026
JAM Summit 2026 Junior Appalachian Musicians, Inc. (JAM) is proud to announce the third year of JAM’s annual conference: JAM Sessions:
SPPKs Perform at Gospel Bluegrass – Soapstone Baptist Church
https://www.soapstonechurch.com Saturday September 26 SINGING ON THE ROCK!! A Concert Series which will include choirs and bands! An evening of
YAM Afterschool Music Program
The Young Appalachian Musicians (YAM) After School Music Program returns on September 28! We can’t wait to welcome another year
Oolenoy Slow Jam
Whether you’re just learning your first tune or have been picking for years, everyone is welcome to join our Oolenoy
Steppin’ in Pickens
💃🕺 Steppin’ In Pickens is back! Join us for our second Steppin’ In Pickens Square Dance—an evening of music, dancing,
SPPKs Performance at the Pumpkintown Fire Department’s Fall Festival
Details on facebook.com/PumpkintownFireDepartmentFallFestival  The Pumpkintown Fire Department Fall Festival is scheduled for Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 9:00 AM
Story Telling & Liars Competition
📖✨ Stories, Spooks & Tall Tales at Hagood Mill! ✨📖 Mark your calendars for October 16-17, 2026 for 25th Annual Storytelling Festival & Liar’s Competition at
4th Annual Pickens Appalachian Folk Festival
4th Annual Pickens Appalachian Folk Festival We are excited and proud to announce that on October 23-24, 2026, the Greater
Carolina Roots at Bill’s Pickin’ Parlor
Carolina Roots is excited to take the stage at Bill’s Pickin’ Parlor in West Columbia on October 23! Since 1985,
Bill Wells Memorial Youth Scholarship
About the 2026 Scholarships Learn more here! The S.C. Bluegrass and Traditional Music Association is in its 11th year of
Pickin’ in Pickens
Pickin’ in Pickens Pickin’ in Pickens is a downtown bluegrass jam series that celebrates the rich musical heritage of Appalachia while
Winter Bluegrass Jubilee
Save the Date – January 23, 2027! The Winter Bluegrass Jubilee is returning on Saturday, January 23, 2027! Each year, this
Carolina Roots Weekly Practice (Ongoing)
Carolina Roots meets each Monday evening to help high school musicians continue growing in their musical abilities through advanced ensemble
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