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30th Anniversary Cottonwood Trail Restoration Project Launch

30th Anniversary Cottonwood Trail Restoration Project Launch

September 23rd 2019

SPACE is launching an ambitious boardwalk renovation project for Spartanburg’s beloved Cottonwood Trail as a kick-off to the organizations’ 30 year celebration. Formed in 1989, SPACE is the second-oldest local land trust operating in the state of South Carolina, providing our community with access to local green spaces like the Cottonwood Trail. In 1990 SPACE received funding from the Spartanburg County Foundation to purchase the original portion of the Edwin P. Griffin nature preserve along Lawson’s Fork Creek just minutes from downtown Spartanburg.

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'Artifishal' Film Screening & ArtWalk with Aimee Wise

'Artifishal' Film Screening & ArtWalk with Aimee Wise

September 9th 2019

Join SPACE on Thursday September 19, from 6-8pm at 123 Dunbar Street for an artist reception for Aimee Wise. Artworks by Aimee will be on display and available for purchase in the hallway of the Historic Palmetto Building. There will be live music by Mallory Blackwood and snacks and beverages will be provided.

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It's time for A Shucking Good Time!

It's time for A Shucking Good Time!

September 6th 2019

Get your tickets now for our 4th Annual 'Shucking Good Time' Oyster Roast presented by Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System, Thursday, October 3rd. Live music, libations, and culinary delights will collide in a magical night under the stars at Glendale Shoals. We'll be kicking-off the first of many celebrations for our 30th Anniversary, $15 from every ticket supports our Cottonwood Trail Boardwalk Restoration Project!

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Summertime with SPACE!

Summertime with SPACE!

July 1st 2019

Meet Lynn! Lynn has been helping to keep our lands clean and beautiful for many years. Did you know he maintains both the Cottonwood Trail and the Upper Chinquapin Greenway?

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A Big Bonnamoo Thank Youuuuu!

A Big Bonnamoo Thank Youuuuu!

May 21st 2019

A big thank you to all who came out for the inaugural Bonnamoo last Thursday night! Through your support, we raised $20,000 to support SPACE and our land conservation mission.

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Bonnamoo Celebration of Music, Food, and Farms in GO Upstate

May 17th 2019

Spartanburg Area Conservancy hosts event at Cleveland Preserve Farm A banana leaf stuffed with trout and charred okra on the inside was among the treats served at Bonnamoo held at the Cleveland Preserve Farm in Spartanburg.

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