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Yahoo
28-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Weekly events: No foolin', there's lots of fun ahead
Get ready to turn the page – a new month is coming and it's a blank slate to fill in with family memories. Upstate Parent is here to help, with loads of events, things to do, family basics and much more at To include your organization's family friendly events in Upstate Parent, email chris@ Drumming Up Awareness – Thrive Upstate, the oldest and largest non-profit organization dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities in Greenville County, invites the community to join Drumming Up Awareness noon – 1 p.m. March 28 at Graham Plaza outside the Peace Center. Join a rhythmic celebration that highlights the hard work and creativity of participants. For details, visit Music is a Rainbow: Lollipops concerts from the Greenville Symphony Orchestra are at 10 a.m. at the Hughes Main Library and at 11:30 a.m. March 29 at the Taylors Library. Visit Storytime on the Steps is at 10 a.m. March 29 at M. Judson Booksellers on Main Street in Greenville. Visit for a story time and sweet treat. The event will move indoors to the children's section if weather requires. Visit Saturday Story Time is at 10:30 a.m. March 29 at the Cyrill-Westside Library. Best suited for ages 5 and younger. For details, visit Nature Center Open House: Beautiful Birds is 1 – 4 p.m. March 29 at the South Carolina Botanical Garden. Drop by the Nature Learning Center to learn something new. The program is free and open to the public. The Caboose and Hunt Cabin will also be open during this event. For details, visit Join Bring Your Instrument and Play Day March 30 with Carolina Youth Symphony. This is a chance to play with CYS prior to May auditions. For details, visit To register, visit Tutankhamun: His Tomb and His Treasures is open through Jan. 4 at the Amherst at Deerpark Exhibition Center at Biltmore Estate in Asheville. This exhibition offers an exploration into ancient Egypt and the time of Tutankhamun, featuring a close look at the discovery of King Tut's tomb and the extraordinary treasures that were found inside, exactly as they were when first discovered by famed archaeologist Howard Carter in 1922. Showcasing the cultural heritage of one of history's most significant archaeological finds, this exhibition features expert-crafted, true-to-life replicas of artifacts. For tickets and details, visit Mauldin Theatre Company presents 'Mean Girls Jr.' through March 30 at Mauldin Cultural Center. For tickets and details, visit 'Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience' and 'Beyond Monet: The Immersive Experience' are at the Greenville Convention Center through March 30. This is a family-friendly exhibition with music and more. For details, tickets and schedules, visit Upstate International Month continues through March 31. It is a multi-county collaboration of organizations, partners, sponsors and communities. Welcoming, supporting, celebrating and educating through a variety of internationally themed events, UIM promotes our rich cultural diversity, heritage, and global connections. For events and details, visit Mini Makers: Tooltime Tots is 9-10 a.m. April 1 at TR Makers Co. Recommended for ages 2-5. $10 per session. Mini Makers will tackle new challenges and exercise problem-solving persistence. For details and registration, visit Garden Sprouts is 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. April 1 at the South Carolina Botanical Garden. Preschool children and their caregivers discover the wonders of the Botanical Garden through nature walks, crafts and more. For full details and registration, visit STEM Story Time for ages 5 and younger is at 10 a.m. April 2 at the Spartanburg Science Center. For details, visit Piedmont Natural Gas Downtown Alive is 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. April 3 at NOMA Square on Main Street in Greenville. Visit Neighborhood Night is 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. April 3 at the Upcountry History Museum. Drop in to explore the museum and its changing exhibitions. No registration is required. Admission is free. Visit Music on Main Presented by Piedmont Natural Gas is 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. April 3 on Morgan Square in Spartanburg. Visit The Spartanburg Youth Theatre presents 'The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show' April 4 – 6 at the Chapman Cultural Center. Adults $20, youth $15 (18 and younger). Use discount code GROUP for 15% off for groups of 5 or more. The show is most enjoyed by children 4 and older. View content advisory and purchase tickets online at or call 864-542-ARTS (2787). iMAGINE Upstate STEAM Festival is 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. April 5 in downtown Greenville. The festival is free and includes hands-on STEAM (Science, Technology, Arts, Engineering, and Mathematics) learning for students in pre-K – grade12 and their families. Visit More from Upstate Parent: Bonus Books: Silly fun and a serious new hobby More from Upstate Parent: Back to basics: 4 spots to consider in your remodel Related: Education For Now and The Future - Greenville County Superintendent Helps Students Find Their Next, Best Life Marketplace: In The Know 3-23: News, updates from Greenville area businesses and nonprofits More from Upstate Parent: New products get families ready for almost anything More form Upstate Parent: Greenville First Steps expands Dolly Parton's Imagination Library access in Greenville County This article originally appeared on Greenville News: Events in Greenville, S.C. and the Upstate this week
Express Tribune
11-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
'Storytime': Ne-Yo gives deeper insight into the song and opens up about polyamory lifestyle
Ne-Yo opened up about his polyamorous lifestyle in a candid interview with Real 92.3, explaining that his experience with multiple partners is based on structure and mutual consent. The R&B star, known for his hit song "Story Time," revealed that the track was inspired by a real-life moment where he tried to introduce a third partner into his relationship but got caught cheating in the process. Reflecting on the situation, Ne-Yo admitted that while his partner was open to the idea of bringing another woman into their relationship, the approach had to be mutual. "She would be down with someone we met together, not someone I was meeting behind her back," he explained. Ne-Yo also shared a pivotal moment when his partner suggested adding another man to the mix, a request he was not as open to. For Ne-Yo, polyamory is not about adding partners for the sake of it, but about setting clear rules and expectations. "I do partnership, not ownership," he emphasized, noting that his relationships are based on mutual respect rather than exclusivity. He also made it clear that his relationships operate on his terms, where honesty and communication are crucial to maintaining balance. Ne-Yo's polyamorous lifestyle has generated public debate, but he revealed that many men privately support his choices. He also clarified that polyamory is not about sex, as he views it as a "community" and "team" dynamic, rather than an orgy or swinging. "If the only reason you're doing it is for the sexual part of it, you're bound to fail," he stated.
Yahoo
04-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Museum to stay open as council budget finalised
A Leeds museum which was threatened with closure under council budget proposals will now stay open after a "passionate" response from the public. Abbey House Museum in Kirkstall opened in 1927 and is known for its replica Victorian streets and vintage penny slot machines. Leeds City Council ran a consultation on the future of the museum as it tried to address "unprecedented financial pressures" - but said plans to close the attraction had now been withdrawn. Final budget plans for the coming year include £67m in extra funding but the council said the impact of rising costs, pressures and demand for services means it needs to save £103.8m overall. The budget will be presented to the council's executive board next week and to the full council on 26 February. It includes an increase in council tax of 4.99% and a review of children's centres and transport services for children and families. The council said it would introduce a "pay as you feel" admission charge at Leeds City Museum, Leeds Art Gallery and Leeds Discovery Centre, and is considering charging for entrance to Kirkstall Abbey. It will also hand over the running of Middleton Leisure Centre to a third party. The extra £67m of funding means the proposed 10% funding cut for neighbourhood networks in Leeds will not be required, and there will be no reduction made to wellbeing and youth activity funding. The council said as well as keeping the museum open, possible changes to bowling green provision in the city are to be further consulted on, with the aim of looking at ways to raise income and reduce the number of proposed closures. The council received nearly 10,000 responses to its consultation about the museum. Councillor Salma Arif said the feedback had been "incredibly passionate". "The overriding sentiment has been that people across Leeds clearly recognise the unique social value of our museums and galleries to their communities and local heritage." She added: "What we need now is for people channel the passion and enthusiasm they have demonstrated during the consultation into visiting and engaging with the site as much as possible over the coming months so we can all work to support its future." The museum will remain open as usual. The current exhibition is called Story Time and includes a huge variety of historic books and games, each exploring the magical world of children's stories. However, a council spokesperson said: "Savings still need to be made, and alternative options to secure to the savings required are currently being reviewed." Listen to highlights from West Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North or tell us a story you think we should be covering here. Campaigners slam plans to shut 100-year-old museum Consultation starts on 'much-loved' museum future Museum visitors react to pay-as-you-feel idea Friends of Leeds City Museums Leeds City Council
BBC News
04-02-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Leeds Abbey House Museum saved from closure
A Leeds museum which was threatened with closure under council budget proposals will now stay open after a "passionate" response from the public. Abbey House Museum in Kirkstall opened in 1927 and is known for its replica Victorian streets and vintage penny slot City Council ran a consultation on the future of the museum as it tried to address "unprecedented financial pressures" - but said plans to close the attraction had now been withdrawn. Final budget plans for the coming year include £67m in extra funding but the council said the impact of rising costs, pressures and demand for services means it needs to save £103.8m overall. The budget will be presented to the council's executive board next week and to the full council on 26 includes an increase in council tax of 4.99% and a review of children's centres and transport services for children and families. The council said it would introduce a "pay as you feel" admission charge at Leeds City Museum, Leeds Art Gallery and Leeds Discovery Centre, and is considering charging for entrance to Kirkstall Abbey. It will also hand over the running of Middleton Leisure Centre to a third extra £67m of funding means the proposed 10% funding cut for neighbourhood networks in Leeds will not be required, and there will be no reduction made to wellbeing and youth activity council said as well as keeping the museum open, possible changes to bowling green provision in the city are to be further consulted on, with the aim of looking at ways to raise income and reduce the number of proposed closures. The council received nearly 10,000 responses to its consultation about the museum. Councillor Salma Arif said the feedback had been "incredibly passionate"."The overriding sentiment has been that people across Leeds clearly recognise the unique social value of our museums and galleries to their communities and local heritage."She added: "What we need now is for people channel the passion and enthusiasm they have demonstrated during the consultation into visiting and engaging with the site as much as possible over the coming months so we can all work to support its future."The museum will remain open as current exhibition is called Story Time and includes a huge variety of historic books and games, each exploring the magical world of children's a council spokesperson said: "Savings still need to be made, and alternative options to secure to the savings required are currently being reviewed."Listen to highlights from West Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North or tell us a story you think we should be covering here.
Yahoo
04-02-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Ready Readers launches 24-hour fundraiser for World Read Aloud Day
ST. LOUIS – Ready Readers, a non-profit organization in the St. Louis area, is launching a 24-hour online fundraising campaign Wednesday to celebrate World Read Aloud Day. The campaign aims to raise $200,000 within 24 hours, with matching donors set to quadruple each donation. The funds will support Ready Readers' Story Time program, which serves over 16,000 children by promoting strong literacy skills. 'It also has powerful impacts on their brain development,' said Angela Spittal, the Executive Director of Ready Readers. 'We know that kids who read aloud count higher; they're more likely to learn how to read, to read faster. There are incredible, powerful impacts on their brain and social-emotional development.' Edmonds speaks out after leaving Cardinals broadcasts Volunteers from Ready Readers visit schools year-round to read to children, enhancing their literacy and social-emotional skills. The campaign will feature various books being read aloud to engage the community and encourage donations. The fundraising event will run from 2 p.m. Wednesday until 2 p.m. Thursday, with proceeds directly benefiting the Story Time program. All facts from this article were gathered by KTVI journalists. This article was converted into this format with assistance from artificial intelligence. It has been edited and approved by KTVI staff. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
