When it comes to the holidays, nothing beats celebrating the season in a small town. The festivities, the warmth of the locals and the atmosphere are so welcoming, setting the mood for a memorable getaway. I had the opportunity to sample some of the holiday happenings in the Old 96 District with my kids, and…
Spending the weekend with my family, jumping from different holiday hometowns in the Old 96 District of South Carolina, was a great way to get me into the holiday spirit for Christmas. We pulled into Greenwood late Friday afternoon, where we checked into the Inn on the Square. My first impression of the inn was…
By Lisa Sokolowski, founder/blogger, DrugstoreDivas.net Love is in the air… all year round in the Old 96 District. So no matter what the season, it’s the season of love. And if you’re looking for someone to go on a date, there are a ton of options in the area. We’re not just talking about…
By Lisa Sokolowski, founder/blogger, DrugstoreDivas.net Winter means colder temperatures. Yes, the Old 96 District is in the south … but not south enough to avoid all the frigid temperatures that Old Man Winter brings. And so, there’s a tendency to make like a bear and hibernate during the winter. Which would be a shame,…
Are you thinking of exploring the Old 96 District in South Carolina? I’m here to show you what a good time you can have enjoying their beautiful outdoor spaces, learning at important historical sites, and eating delicious food. When my mom told me just her and I were going on a three-day road trip to…
By Lisa Sokolowski, founder/blogger, DrugstoreDivas.net If you’re in Abbeville, and you hear something go bump in the night, don’t assume it’s a raccoon in a trashcan or a car’s exhaust backfiring. There’s a better chance that it’s actually a ghost. Yes, a real life ghost. Well … a real dead ghost. Abbeville is filled with…
Feeling cooped up and ready to get back into the sunshine? It’s the perfect time to plan your getaway to South Carolina’s Old 96 District! Famous for outdoor adventures, small town charm, and lively, family-friendly festival experiences, you’re sure to have an unforgettable time. Encompassing the five counties of Abbeville, Edgefield, Greenwood, Laurens, and McCormick,…
By Carol Timblin Every year fans of the South Carolina Festival of Flowers look forward to the return of the “living” topiaries to Uptown Greenwood. During the weekend of June 10-11, on the 15th anniversary of the topiaries and the 55th anniversary of the popular festival, visitors will be treated to a brand new topiary.…
By Vanessa Infanzon Donna Livingston with Edgefield County Chamber of Commerce reminisces about the homemade peach cobbler from her childhood. Her mom and grandmothers baked the fruity dish for dessert on Sundays, a simple recipe with flour, sugar and milk. “I’ve lived here my whole life,” she says. “Peaches have always been part of my…
By Carol Timblin A year after they were married in 1966, Frank and Cate Townsend purchased the old Collins/Langston farm, also known as the “Graines Store and Residence,” located in southern Greenwood County. For nearly half a century Frank raised beef cattle and hay on the farm but worked full-time as a math teacher in…