Osher Lifelong
Learning Institute

Fall Festive
Market

Nov. 2

CU Professor Emeritus Steve Wainscott shares the life and times of renowned Russian Romantic composer/pianist Sergei Rachmaninoff. The program concludes with a video performance of “Piano Concerto #2 in C Minor”; 11 a.m.-noon.; free, but registration required: Call 864-633-5242 or email the link below.

Nov. 4

Clemson Farmers Seasonal Market returns just in time to help jumpstart your holiday preparations. Here you can gather your favorite artisan breads, specialty cheeses, local jams, sauces, foods and condiments, plus handcrafted gifts, live music and fun for all ages. First Wednesday: 3:30-6:30 p.m. (Rain or Shine).

The Little
Curiosities Shoppe

Inn at
Patrick Square

Nov. 6

What better way to warm to the holiday spirit than a gracious Open House? Gather a couple of friends and neighbors (and perhaps meet some newbies) at the Curiosities Shoppe, peruse holiday décor, gifts and new merchandise. Refreshments will be available to nosh; 5 p.m.

Ongoing

Our charming boutique inn announced new beverage packages you can add when you make your reservations. Your choice of: a bottle of bubbly, a bottle of red or white wine, and/or a six pack of domestic beer and snacks. All will be chilling in your fridge when you arrive.

Brooks
Center

Trudel
Music Studio

Nov. 7

Brooks Center and Trudel Music Studio present “Symphony on the Square: A Family Festival of Music”: crafts (with Clemson Arts Center), 10 a.m.; Kindermusik class, 10:15 a.m.; “Peter and the Wolf” (narrated by Provost Cole Smith) by CU’s Symphony Orchestra, 11 a.m.; and a Trudel student recital, 11:45 a.m. Village Green; free

Nov. 7

Quick highlight: Trudel is offering a free Kindermusik class during the “Symphony on the Square: A Family Festival of Music,” (see related listing). The class begins at 10:15 a.m., just before “Peter and the Wolf” performance, followed by a Trudel student recital at 11:45 a.m. On the Village Green; free.

Chestnut
Coffee House

Kite Hill
Brewing Co.

Fall Specials

With fall definitely here, where better to meet with friends or colleagues than over a cup of fresh-brewed hot java? Chestnut Roastery churns out a variety of flavors, which when combined with delicious house-made syrups and seasonal ingredients give each cup a unique flavor. Check out their fall menu!

Nov. 21

Come join the fun and frivolity at Kite Hill’s “Kick Off the Holidays” Night Market (and final market for 2026). Grab your favorite beverage, groove to live music, visit with friends, and shop a curated mix of local vendors’ unique finds and handmade goods. Free to attend; 6-9 p.m.

Joe’s NY
Pizza

Ongoing

Next time you stop by Joe’s, take a look at the bar/appetizer menu and scan for the Philly Cheesesteak Quesadilla called the “Phila-Dila.” Loaded with real ribeye steak, onion and an American/beer cheese mixture, it’s delicious and super popular – and just right for a protein-rich yummy.