Upcoming Educational Sessions - 2008-2009
Please remember that guests are always welcome at our Educational Sessions.
Bring a prospective new member!
Moving People in the 21st Century: Transportation Issues in Greater Greenville
When: Tuesday, December 2, 2008
Time: 12:00 - 1:30 p.m.
Where: CU-ICAR - Clemson University International Center for Automotive Research
Carolina First Gallery - Ground Floor
5 Research Drive - Greenville
We'll meet on the first floor of the Carolina First Conference Center. Parking is free in the adjacent garage.
For directions, visit www.clemson.edu/centers-institutes/cu-icar/campus/directions.html
Hate the traffic on Woodruff Road? Have a parent who no longer drives a car?
Worried about the future of fossil fuel? Ever try to find a bus stop or call a taxi?
Wonder if it's safe to ride your bike? Heard something about "light rail"?
Get informed about this crucial issue as local experts discuss problems, solutions, and future planning.
Moderator: John Gardner, Economic Development Planner, City of Mauldin
Panelists: Rick Danner, Mayor of Greer
Fred Payne, Greenville County Council
Cary Perkins, Pazdan-Smith Group, Architectural Designer
Nancy Whitworth, Director of Economic Development, City of Greenville
RSVP: No later than November 29th - click here to respond via e-mail
Box Lunch Available: Choice of sandwich (turkey & provolone, ham & swiss, or beef & cheddar),
on assorted breads, all served with fresh fruit, cookie, and sweet or unsweetened tea or water.
Cost is $10. Please make check out to Soby's On The Side and mail to M. Glasgow, 24 Lawson Way, Greenville, SC 29605 - Please indicate on your check which sandwich you prefer. Your check is your reservation.
Challenge: Experience first-hand what it means for so many people in Greenville who do not have transportation to have to rely on our limited public transportation choices. Arrive at the ICAR campus via some way other than driving a car.
Walking Tour of Lake Conestee Nature Park
A little birding, a little history, a little exercise, and an update on the progress of GWG's
largest 2007 grant.
When: The event was cancelled due to rain, and will be re-scheduled for another day
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Where: Lake Conestee Nature Park, 601 Fork Shoals Road
Join us for a guided walking and educational tour of Lake Conestee Nature Park, home to lush forest, large wetlands, 1.5 miles of the Reedy River, trails and boardwalks, and a rich diversity of wildlife habitat. Deer, raccoon, beaver, fox, river otter, and other small mammals inhabit the park, along with numerous species of reptiles, amphibians, and over 130 species of birds.
If you enjoy nature, walking and the outdoors, you will love this tour. Along the way we will be treated to the sights and sounds of Greenville's own beautiful 300 acre woodland retreat with commentary from several local experts, including:
Dr. Jeff Beacham, Executive Director of the Conestee Foundation and passionate advocate of the Park.
Jeff will update us on the progress of the Park and the pedestrian bridge that is to be constructed in part using the 2007 GWG grant of nearly $30,000.
Dana Leavitt, co-founder and former President of the Conestee Foundation, naturalist and current
Land Trust Director for Upstate Forever. Dana will be with us to share both the Park's history and to highlight some of its fauna and flora.
Dr. Paul Serridge, lifetime bird enthusiast and current Program Director for the Greenville County Bird Club. Paul is currently working closely with the Lake Conestee Nature Park to develop a bird check-list.
He also serves on the Board of the Conestee Foundation.
Instructions: No RSVP needed. Just meet at the Fork Shoals Road trailhead at 10:00 a.m. Wear comfortable shoes and plan on a 2.5 hour easy walk with plenty of stops to view wildlife and learn about the Park.
Bring binoculars for a closer view of the birds and other wildlife.
Directions: The trailhead is at the intersection of Fork Shoals Road and White Horse Road Extension.
There is a Lake Conestee Nature Park sign at the road. Note that the small loop off of Augusta Road is called Old Augusta Road...it is not labeled on the map, and it connects with Fork Shoals Road.
RSVP: Not necessary, but showing up on time is essential. For directions, visit the park's website via the link provided below, click on LAKE CONESTEE NATURE PARK, and then on Quick Facts and Directions.
We will meet at the 601 Fork Shoals Road Trailhead.
Meeting the Needs of Senior Citizens
When: Wednesday, January 28, 2009
Time: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Where: Senior Action Center, 50 Directors Drive (near the Orchard Park Post Office)
If you are not a senior citizen now, you hopefully will be one someday. Learn about the programs, services, and needs of Greenville's seniors from three local experts:
Dr. Bill Logan, Gerontologist and Director of the Center for Success in Aging, GHS
(Confirmation pending)
Amanda Smith, Director of Senior Action Center
Lucy Woodhouse, Director of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Furman University (formerly Furman University Learning in Retirement)
RSVP: No later than January 22nd - click here to respond via e-mail
Lunch: A delicious buffet lunch from Project Host Catering.To reserve your lunch, write a check to Project Host Catering for $10 and mail it to S. Fletcher,
205 Rosebay Drive, Greenville, SC 29615
Your check is your reservation, and must be received no later than January 22nd.