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Remembering family
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Hundreds of families gathered at Hillcrest Memorial Park to light candles in honor of their loved ones during Dillard Memorial Funeral Home’s annual Service of Remembrance, held last Friday evening. Pictured here, Samantha Satterfield, Katherine White, Dean White, David Satterfield, Annabelle White and Brianna Satterfield take part in the emotional service..
Guild presents quilts to Bravo Battery troops
EASLEY – The Upcountry Quilt Guild presented 83 Quilts of Valor to members of the Easley National Guard on November 22 at the Easley Armory.
Each Quilt of Valor must meet specific size requirements, include a Quilts of Valor label with required 
information, be formally awarded (not given as a gift), and be recorded in the national database. As the quilts were presented, service members saw a variety of sizes, colors, and patterns—some featuring panels, others without—each stitched with care and meaning.
Quilts of Valor is a non-profit organization
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Pickens View Live Nativity Experience starts Friday
PICKENS — Pickens View Wesleyan Church, located at 744 Bethlehem Ridge Road, Pickens with host its annual Live Nativity Experience on December 19 through 21 from 6-9 p.m. each night.
This is our seventh year of offering this special live nativity experience to our community, absolutely free at no charge.Just under 3,000 people each year have heard anew and afresh the story of Jesus coming to be with us; enjoyed the
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Festive Christmas Fun in Pickens County
Pickens
An epic experience full of community and fun! Free event for all at Pickens View Wesleyan Church on Dec. 19 through the 21 at Five Forks Rd, Liberty, SC 29635.
Pickens
The Ed Harrison Memorial Celtic Christmas brings an unforgettable celebration of Celtic and Appalachian music, on Dec. 20 starting at 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. The holiday cheer continues, so come get
Celtic Christmas is this weekend at Hagood Mill Heritage Pavilion
PICKENS — The Hagood Mill Historic Site invites everyone to gather and celebrate the joy of the season at the Ed Harrison Memorial Celtic Christmas, a cherished Upstate holiday tradition honoring the Celtic roots of Appalachian music. The event will take place on Saturday, December 20, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the beautiful Heritage Pavilion on the Hagood Mill grounds.
A Celebration of Celtic and Appalachian Heritage
The musical traditions of the Appalachian Mountains owe much to the Scotch and Irish immigrants whose songs and instruments helped shape the American folk sound. Each December, Hagood Mill
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Festive Christmas Fun in Pickens County
Central
The Semper Fi Barn on will have photos with Santa on Dec. 11, 6-8 p.m. the public welcome. Bring your favorite first responder (Police, Firefighter, EMS, Dispatch, Veterans and Community). this a free event. The Semper Fi Barn is located at 314 Smith Memorial Highway, Central. For more info, email semperfibarn@gmail.com or call Tom @ 864-643-9197.
Pickens
Due to inclement weather, the Pickens Christmas Parade has been rescheduled for Friday, Dec. 12, at 7 p.m.
Get ready to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year right here in Pickens.
This holiday season will be filled with community cheer, twinkling lights, and all the small-town Christmas magic you love. This year’s parade theme is “Christmas Traditions and Tales” — a celebration of the stories and customs that make the season bright, from timeless holiday tales to cherished family memories.
Easley
Visit Downtown Easley with family and loved ones on Dec. 13, at 6 p.m. for the Annual Easley Christmas Parade of Lights. The parade will be filled with floats and performances that will take over downtown Easley. To get the best view, get there early
Courier Community Calendar 12-10-25
• Liberty Scholarship fundraiser planned
Arnold’s of Liberty will host a fundraiser on Tuesday, Dec. 9, to show support for the Liberty Community Scholarship.
A percentage of all sales will be donated by owner Gary Durkee. Enjoy a great meal, snack or dessert and support Liberty High School and Liberty PCCTC youth. Arnold’s manager Michael Shore is in charge of the event.
• PPC invites all to holiday carols event
Pickens Presbyterian Church invites the community to a special Lessons and Carols Service on Sunday, Dec. 21, at 11 a.m. The church ask you to join them at 311 West Main St. in Pickens for a beautiful morning of scripture readings and beloved Christmas carols, celebrating the story of Christ’s birth.
This year’s service will feature a live instrumental ensemble, and Pickens Presbyterian
Community Calendar 12-3-25
• Liberty Scholarship fundraiser planned
Arnold’s of Liberty will host a fundraiser on Tuesday, Dec. 9, to show support for the Liberty Community Scholarship.
A percentage of all sales will be donated by owner Gary Durkee. Enjoy a great meal, snack or dessert and support Liberty High School and Liberty PCCTC youth. Arnold’s manager Michael Shore is in charge of the event.
• PPC invites all to holiday carols event
Pickens Presbyterian Church invites the community to a special Lessons and Carols Service on Sunday, Dec. 21, at 11 a.m. The church ask you to join them at 311 West Main St. in Pickens for a beautiful morning of scripture readings and beloved Christmas
Festive Fun In Pickens County
Pickens
Get ready to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year right here in Pickens. This holiday season will be filled with community cheer, twinkling lights, and all the small-town Christmas magic you love. The Pickens Christmas Parade will be Dec. 5 starting at 7 p.m. This year’s theme is “Christmas Traditions and Tales” — a celebration of the stories and customs that make the season bright. From timeless holiday tales to cherished family memories
Central
The annual town of Central’s Christmas Parade will be held on Dec. 5, at 6:30 p.m. The parade will go through town on Main St. and will end at the Mt. Zion Cemetery area.
Pickens
Get Ready for a magical night in downtown Pickens. Join the city of Pickens for the Pickens Doodle Holiday Market and Christmas Tree Lighting on Nov. 28, at Pickens Doodle Park in beautiful downtown Pickens.
Holiday Market will start at 4:30 p.m. and end at 8 p.m. Shop local and find the perfect holiday gifts. There will be artisan crafts, handmade goods, festive décor, baked treats, and delicious food vendors filling Doodle Park and Main Street, all brought to you byamazing local creators and small businesses.
Also gather for the Christmas Tree Lighting at Pickens Doodle Park at 6 p.m. to light up the big tree and officially kick off the Christmas season. It’s a night of community, cheer, and small-town holiday magic you won’t want to miss.
Liberty
Join the city of Liberty on Nov. 28 for free photos with Santa and their official tree lighting starting at 6 p.m. Then on Nov. 29 at 6 p.m. come join them for their Holly Jolly Christmas parade.
Clemson
Get ready to light up the night and kick off the holiday season in Clemson. Join the
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