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Still On The Square in Pendleton SC

2011-12-23T11:41:00.000-08:00

Still on the Square
Gifts, Decor, Events
102 A. East Main St
Pendleton SC 29670
864-646-3300
Fax: 864-646-3301
Cindy Still, Propetor

Still on the Square Website

I finally got to visit our newest shop in town called Still on the Square. I love the name and love this shop. Here are a few things that caught my eye while shopping today.

Lunch at Brandini's and a Tour of Liberty Hall Inn in Pendleton SC

2011-12-13T14:00:00.000-08:00

Oh, what a wonderful lunch my friend and I had at our first time at Brandini's. We both ordered the Brandini's Stack and it was delicious. We enjoyed the staff who were so nice and welcoming and we even got to take a tour of Liberty Hall Inn. Roger at Southeastern Garden Center has it decorated so beautifully for Christmas.

Brandi Flores makes these Mosaic Tile Pieces herself. They are so lovely and can be seen throughout the Inn. Here is one of a table she made:

The Brandini's Stack:

Call for a reservation today: 864-502-2228

Fun with the Mystery Discount at The Mercantile in Pendleton SC

2011-12-13T13:31:00.000-08:00

I love to shop at The Mercantile and enjoyed this morning's visit even though I was rushed, as usual. It was great to see Cindy and Bill and I found some great gifts and some taper candles that I needed. Here are a few of the sights around the store.

A large selection of beautiful candles.

Melissa & Doug Toys, Games and Puzzles. These are wonderful gifts for young ones.

Stop by The Mercantile and see their great selection of gifts and crafts supplies.

Visit Avenue of Oaks on the square in Pendleton SC

2011-12-12T02:17:00.000-08:00

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Avenue of Oaks has beautiful Collectibles and Antiques. It just makes you feel good to walk in this lovely shop.
Avenue of Oaks
107 N. Mechanic Street
Pendleton SC
864-646-8907
Owners: Cynthia and Carol Nixon
Located in the old Exxon Station

Whim Wham Vapes Opening in Pendleton SC Saturday December 3, 2011

2011-12-02T22:50:00.000-08:00

A Note from Owner Sheila Woods:

E Cigs defined from Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: "An electronic cigarette, or ...e-cigarette, is an electrical device that simulates the act of tobacco smoking by producing an inhaled mist bearing the physical sensation, appearance, and often the flavor and nicotine content of inhaled tobacco smoke; though without its odor, and intended to omit its health risks. The device uses heat (or in some cases, ultrasonics) to vaporize a propylene glycol- or glycerin-based liquid solution into an aerosol mist, similar to the way a nebulizer or humidifier vaporizes solutions for inhalation". A person that uses the E Cig is usually refered to as a "vaper.

After 35 years of smoking the traditional tobacco cigarettes, I made the switch to Electronic Cigarettes just this past August, and have never looked back! I am so convinced that the E Cig can and does help people like me to kick the tobacco habit, that I decided to invest and open my own E Cig shop. Some may think that the name I picked is kind of odd, but I chose to name my business “Whim Wham Vapes” because a whim wham is “a whimsical object or device especially of ornament or dress; or fancy object”. I think E Cigs are fanciful, unusual, fantastic and can even sometimes be playful!

About	Electronic Cigarettes (also known as E Cigs, Personal Vaporizers, PVs)
General Information	Offering E Cig Kits, which include everything needed to get started, packaged in a nice gift box. I have stocked a few of the basic kits, such as Joye 510's, the Ego, and the 808D model. Also all the hardware, accessories, disposables, and the well known DeKang E Liquid with a large variety of flavors and nicotine levels (including 0 nicotine). E cigs are targeted to people who are current users and smokers of tobacco products and also, to people who already enjoy the "vaping world". Prohibited to the sell of minors, you must be 18 years of age or older to purchase E Cigs. Nicotine is a poisonous and dangerous substance and must be kept out of reach of children and pets.
Parking	Parking Lot
Public Transit	Cat bus
Email	whimwhamvapes@att.net

Location: Inside the Postal Express building.........

7607 Highway 76

Pendleton, SC 29670

864-646-8537

whimwhamvapes@att.net

Christmas Sale at Chi Chi's in Pendleton SC

2011-12-02T13:30:00.000-08:00

Chi Chi's Website

Located in
Historic Downtown Pendleton

176 East Main Street Pendleton, SC 29670

864-646-5200
chichispendleton@gmail.com

Join the Chi Chi's Fan Page on Facebook

Vaqueros TACO Special

2011-11-22T10:17:00.000-08:00

Vaqueros Mexican Restaurant

133 E. Queen St in Pendleton SC

864-646-5522

Crunchy Beef Taco

Only 99 Cents

Saturday, Sunday and Monday from 4 until closing

Dine In ONLY! NO Carry Out for special

The Mercantile offers Mystery Discounts for Christmas!

2011-11-22T10:00:00.000-08:00

The Mercantile Website

Brandini's Cuisine at Liberty Hall Inn will be open Thanksgiving Day!

2011-11-20T13:44:00.000-08:00

Brandini's Cuisine at Liberty Hall Inn will be open Thanksgiving Day from 2 until 6 pm. A Harpist will be performing during the hours of 3:30 to 5:30pm.

864-502-2227 or 864-502-2228

Brandini’s Cuisine Thanksgiving Menu

Butternut Squash Soup with Crème Fraiche
Brandini’s House Salad Berry Festival Salad
Beet Salad

Herb Roasted Turkey with Cranberry Sauce and Gravy - $27

Fillet Mignon Beef Wellington with Merlot Reduction Sauce - $34

Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Sage and Pecan Pesto - $27

Chicken Carciofi - $27

Halibut with Citrus Beurre Blanc Sauce - $34

Tiramisu
Key Lime Devine
Berry Crème Brulee
All Dinners include choice of Salad or Soup, Seasonal Vegetables, Au Gratin Potatoes or Rice Pilaf with Fruit and Nuts and choice of Dessert.

Vaqueros Mexican Restaurant offers a Great Special

2011-11-16T13:32:00.000-08:00

Vaqueros Mexican Restaurant on Queen St on the square in historic Pendleton SC is having a TACO SPECIAL on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday from 4 pm until closing - ONLY $.99 each - No Carry Out - Dine In Only!

Avenue Of Oaks in Pendleton SC Invites You To A Holiday Open House

2011-10-31T15:23:00.000-07:00

Avenue of Oaks Holiday Open House

& Beyers' Choice Event

Saturday November 5, 2011 from 10 to 5

Sunday November 6, 2011 from 1 to 5

Avenue of Oaks

107 N Mechanic Street

Historic Pendleton SC

864-646-8907

http://www.squidoo.com/pendleton-antiques

Pendleton SC Restaurants and Food Service Businesses

2011-10-20T08:29:00.000-07:00

I have compiled a page of local restaurants and food service businesses on Restaurants in Pendleton South Carolina and hope you will take a look and visit these great businesses.

Bailes Cobbler Shop in Pendleton SC

2011-09-29T13:54:00.000-07:00

Bailes Cobbler Shop has opened a new place right on the square in Pendleton. They are the oldest shoe repair in S.C. and 2nd in the nation..They repair everything or will die trying...They only use USA made materials. Stop by and check out this great addition to Pendleton!

Bailes Cobbler Shop

Est 1869

South Carolina's Oldest Shoe Repair Service

124 East Main Street

Pendleton SC 29670

864-646-8612

Vaqueros Mexican Restaurant Celebrate 2nd Anniversary with Mariachi Band on Sept 1 from 6:30 to 10

2011-08-18T18:17:00.000-07:00

Under The Willow Tree in Pendleton SC

2011-07-21T11:47:00.000-07:00

Under The Willow Tree is a new business in Pendleton featuring Vintage Consignment and Repurposing. It is owned by Tammie Dargan and located at 704 S Mechanic Street next to Mountainview Veterinary Clinic.

Phone: 864-646-8307
underthewillowtreeconsign@yahoo.com

Avenue of Oaks has Moved to 107 N Mechanic Street

2011-06-10T05:19:00.000-07:00

Unfortunately, Village Station Antiques has closed but have no fear because many of their beautiful antiques and collectibles can still be seen at Colonial Square Antiques on Main Street. Avenue of Oaks has now moved into the building where Village Station was located at 107 N Mechanic Street.

We are all invited to a preview on Friday June 10 from 6 to 9. I am looking forward to seeing what Cynthia and Carol have done. I understand that they have room now for many more of their treasured antiques and collectibles.

CC&J DESIGNS in Pendleton SC

2011-05-06T02:14:00.000-07:00

Welcome to Joshua Schaffer who has recently opened CC&J Designs on Main Street in Pendleton. CC&J Designs specializes in Kitchen & Bath Design Services.
Stop by for a visit or call Josh at 864-245-6529
http://ccjdesigns.com

Fermion Technology Services - Integrity, Service, Innovation

2011-05-02T15:35:00.000-07:00

John Parker has 25 years experience with computers and is now available for Computer Support Services offering repair, Virus removal, as well as Tutoring and Education for homes and small businesses. He will come to you so give him a call. He offers Discounts for churches and non profits and lives right outside of the town limits of Pendleton!

Fermion Technology Services
John Parker
864-643-4158 or 888-864-1655
Email: helpme@fermiontech.com

Valentines Sunday Brunch Feb 13 at 1826 On The Green in Pendleton SC

2011-01-20T20:48:00.000-08:00

Want to do something special this Valentine's? Chef Lorett Hayes will be opening her restaurant, 1826 On The Green, for a Sweetheart of a Brunch on Sunday February 13th. The majestic Farmers Hall on the historic village green in Pendleton will be the perfect setting for you and your loved one. The prices will range from around $8 to $16 with a delicious menu to choose from. Space is limited so if you plan to go, you better call NOW to make your reservation. Call 864-646-5500 to reserve a table for this Valentine Sunday Brunch at 1826 On The Green in Pendleton SC.

1826 On The Green in Pendleton SC at the Farmers Hall

Decorating Pendleton for Christmas

2010-10-19T05:39:00.000-07:00

Oh, It is going to be so beautiful with white (clear) lights all around town. Pendleton Pride in Motion is encouraging all businesses and residents to have white (clear) lights in their windows. Come On, Everybody! Let's Light Up Pendleton!

Also, the Christmas Committee needs your help stringing lights on the trees on the Village Green. They will be working on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5:30 and on Saturday mornings at 9 a.m. They asked that you bring a flash light and a ladder if you have one.

The Tree Lighting will be November 26 and the Christmas Parade is scheduled for Sunday December 12. Find out more about these and other Christmas Happenings on Christmas in Pendleton SC
The 2010 events will be added as time draws nearer so keep checking.

Welcome Parker Originals! Ribbon Cutting Mon Aug 2, 2010 at 9 a.m.

2010-07-16T12:43:00.000-07:00

Upscale Children's Consignment Shop To Open August 3, 2010 - C2 Consignments

2010-06-06T13:47:00.000-07:00

C2Consignments.com

Thank you to all who participated and promoted The Hunt For The Ohme Bug

2009-12-30T08:26:00.000-08:00

The Hunt For The Ohme Bug was a success as she was hidden 3 times and found 3 times. I hope that she might have stirred a little extra interest in our Pendleton's businesses as I was trying hard to promote them.

Lori Solymosi was the first to find the Ohme Bug and she found her at Colonial Square Antique Mall and won a free lunch at 1826 On The Green. The next time the Ohme Bug was found at The Mercantile by Cissy Hughes and Marsha Campbell and they won a free lunch at The Village Baker. The last time the Ohme Bug was found at Mountain Made by Katy Seaman and Mary Ann Prater and they won a free lunch at Vaqueros Mexican Restaurant. Congratulations to all the winners and a big thank you to everyone who participated and helped to promote this fun little gimmick.

The Ohme Bug has now returned home and has plans to go back into hiding at our local businesses during the month of April 2010. If you want to learn more about The Hunt For The Ohme Bug, please check out this lens on Squidoo.
The Hunt For The Ohme Bug

1826 On The Green
Colonial Square Antique Mall
The Mercantile
Village Baker
Pendleton Businesses
Antique Shopping In Pendleton SC

Two New Businesses In Pendleton SC

2009-12-02T04:43:00.000-08:00

I would like to welcome two new businesses to Pendleton.

Barbara Ham Catering
864-645-9520
864-933-2006

Barbara Ham may be familiar to you because she used to own a small restaurant in Anderson and also worked at Pendleton Cafe with the catering. Barbara is now licensed to cater from her home in Pendleton. She says that she loves what she does and takes great pride in her work. She doesn't have set menus because she prefers to customize according the customer's needs.
Call Barbara if you need catering for meetings, luncheons, parties, dinners, weddings, family gatherings, class reunions or In Home Service.

Upstate Dance
Hazel Cartee
864-844-1249
hazel@upstatedance.com
Upstate Dance Website

Class Registration
Located on the square in Pendleton, Upstate Dance is having registration for classes Friday Dec. 4th from 3:45-6pm. Classes are being offered for ages 3-18. Instructors are Hazel Martin Cartee and Erica Aiken.

Class Schedule
Classes begin Dec. 7th

Monday – All Monday Classes taught by Ms. Hazel
4:45-5:30- Jazz & Pom (ages 5-8)
5:30-6:15- Jazz & Pom (ages 8-11)
6:15-7:00- Baton
7:00-7:45- Jazz & Pom (ages 12 & up)

Tuesday
5:00-5:45- Kinderdance (ages 3-5)– Taught by Ms. Hazel
5:45-6:30- Cheer/tumble for 1st-5th grade – Taught by Ms. Erica
6:30-7:15- Youth Cheer team – Taught by Ms. Erica
7:15-8:00- Class for competition cheerleading with stunts, etc.– Taught by Ms. Erica

New Sara Lee Bakery Store Outlet in Sandy Springs SC

2009-11-06T11:35:00.000-08:00

I received the following exciting information from Tracie Borawski, store manager for the New Sara Lee Bakery Store Outlet and I just had to share this info with everyone:

Sara Lee Bakery Store Outlet
Address: 5406 Highway 76/Clemson Blvd., Sandy Springs (right next to the Sandy Springs Post Office)
Store Phone Number: 864-224-7036
Store Hours: M-F: 9am-7pm, Sat.: 9am-5pm, Sun.: Closed
What we carry: Bread, Buns, Cake, Cookies and a few other outside products, such as a line of sauces and spices.
We are excited to re-open the store as it was closed about 5 years ago.
The store manager’s name is Tammy Capeles and we have 2 part-time bakery store clerks.

Thank You,

Tracie Borawski
Retail Sales Supervisor
South Carolina Zone
803.413.9772 mobile
888.789.1532 fax
tracie.borawski@saralee.com

Grand Opening of The Bridal & Formal Shoppe of Pendleton

2009-10-23T03:05:00.001-07:00

Please join The Bridal & Formal Shoppe of Pendleton as they celebrate their Grand Opening on October 30, 2009 from 4 - 6. The official Ribbon Cutting Celebration will be at 4:00 pm.
The Bridal & Formal Shoppe of Pendleton
164 Exchange Street
On the Square in historic Pendleton SC

Split Creek Farm Gets Another "A"

2009-10-21T12:10:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to Split Creek Farm.

PRESS RELEASE
October 21, 2009
Split Creek Farm’s goat milk feta received a perfect score of 100 and was awarded for being the highest scoring cheese in the competition for the American Dairy Goat Association annual meeting. The judging and the convention were held October 10 -17 in Buffalo, NY. It is only the second time a cheese was awarded a perfect score in an ADGA competition. The first time was in Madison, WI in 1994 and was won by Split Creek Farm’s Almond Apricot cheeseball. Split Creek Farm, located in Anderson, SC, is a Grade A goat dairy and cheese processing plant. The farm’s retail shop sells the farm’s goat milk products and other local specialty foods. Visit Split Creek Farm Website or call 864-287-3921 for more info.

Visit Pendleton Businesses for more news about our Pendleton Business Community.

Antique Shopping in Pendleton SC

2009-09-13T05:09:00.000-07:00

Our little town of Pendleton South Carolina is really coming to life with the addition of the new shops in town. We now have 8 Antique Shops plus other quaint shops to make it a fun filled day strolling the green and beyond. I can visualize folks coming to spend the whole day shopping, dining, and touring. There is just so much to see and do. Jean Vegod of Timeless Tours & Travel offers Day Trips that are sure to be pleasing. Anyone interested should call Jean at 864-646-8864.

Antique Shopping in Pendleton SC will be good for all the businesses and good for our town. I visited each of these shops while working on my latest lens and I have to tell you that it is Southern Charm at its best in Pendleton. I had to pull myself away in order to have the time to get to each of the shops to shoot videos and pictures. I could have spent hours in each of them finding treasures from the past.

Pendleton also has 5 Restaurants around our town square which offer delicious lunches for your shopping spree. The new Mexican Restaurant, Vaqueros, is a great addition to our town. We recently had dinner there and I was also there for lunch on their first day to open. Of course, we had been to their other restaurant in Clemson, Fiesta Grill, so already knew that it would be good. I really like the new look and the service was excellent. The Islander Pub & Grille offers some super lunches with my favorite being the Pineapple Chicken Salad. Their sandwiches are also very good. 1826 On The Green does a fine job of being Pendleton's Front Porch. There is nothing like sitting at one of the lovely tables outside and enjoy people watching. Of course, a scrumptious lunch is also available. Pendleton Cafe and Coffees is a real treat as you can enjoy an Art Exhibit and Music at the same time you enjoy a wide assortment of lunch choices. I had lunch with friends this week at the Village Baker and the Quiche was wonderful and the chocolate cake that I had for dessert was to die for. Read more about these restaurants and our other businesses on Pendleton Businesses

Yes, Pendleton is a great place to live and to visit so please come join us to experience Southern Charm At Its Best!

My newest lens Antique Shopping in Pendleton SC is filled with photos and video tours of our 8 Antique Shops:
Avenue of Oaks, Blue Ridge Antiques and Refinishing, Colonial Square Antique Mall, Grandma's Antiques & Things, Mountain Made, Past Times, Pendleton Place Antiques, and Village Station Antiques.

Avenue of Oaks opens on the Square

2009-08-30T01:53:00.000-07:00

Avenue of Oaks opened at 150 Exchange Street on the square in Pendleton SC. It is a beautiful shop filled with a wide variety of antiques, collectibles, and gifts. I especially enjoyed seeing their Byers Carolers and will be returning to purchase one for myself.

Stop by and welcome Avenue of Oaks to Pendleton!

Colonial Square Antique Mall

2009-08-17T08:13:00.000-07:00

The new Colonial Square Antique Mall will be opening around September 8, 2009 and will be in Scott Ward's building better known as the Old Quattlebaum Building where Pendleton Antique Co. used to be. We are sure looking forward to it's opening. Owner Joshua B. Raffini
(864) 617-1511
reports that the vendors will be moving in and setting up their spaces in a couple of weeks. He is also working on a website which should be up and running soon.

It is really an exciting time for Pendleton as new shops open their doors. Twelve Oaks Antiques is already open on Exchange Street and The Bridal and Formal Wear Shop has plans to open the first of September.

Everyone is anxiously awaiting the opening of the Mexican Restaurant which will be SOON according to the sign.

All of this is positive news for our little town and I hope everyone will make a point to personally welcome these new businesses.

Pendleton Flower Shop Closes It's Doors

2009-07-26T13:49:00.000-07:00

I don't like change so the closing of Pendleton Flower Shop has been hard for me. I enjoyed this shop being on the square for many reasons but the number one reasons are Karen Link and her sister Kim Beck. Karen actually did the flowers for my wedding 31 years ago but she did not open her own shop until years later. When Karen first opened Pendleton Flower Shop on the square, I had a business on the square, too. We had more fun back in those days visiting back and forth, helping each other, and promoting our businesses together. I remember that we had a newsletter "Strolling On The Green" and can just hear the laughs we had as we would try to come up with interesting articles. We all supported each other and promoted each other's business. If I needed a baby gift, wedding gift, flower arrangement, or lunch I would not go any further than our Pendleton Town Square. I still try to do that.

I also remember the children that were raised around the square and we called them the "square kids" and we were all "square friends". We celebrated each other's birthdays with fun parties in our shops. We sure had fun! We had lots of "inside jokes" that were told over and over again. After my partners and I closed our business, I continued to pop in on Karen and Kim as often as I could or either give them a call whether I needed anything or not. I just liked having them around and knowing they were there.

Karen will continue to do weddings and home decor from her home but the shop on the square is now closed. Like I said, I don't like change so forgive me if I sound down and out about this. Yes, Pendleton will move forward and another business will take it's place but I will always remember Pendleton Flower Shop and two very special sisters: Karen and Kim

Thank you, Karen and Kim, for the memories!

Memories of Days Gone By

2009-06-11T01:51:00.000-07:00

I really enjoy writing about my hometown of Pendleton SC. We are a very small historic town nestled in the foothills of upstate South Carolina. It is the people who make Pendleton such an interesting place to live and an excellent place to raise a family. I had reconnected with someone from my past when she saw a post on Face Book about my Pendleton Old Photos. She contacted me and after several email conversations, I realized that her family was the one that had purchased our home when we moved from Pendleton to Scottsboro, Alabama in 1963. My dad was with J.P. Stevens Co, a textile firm, and was transferred only 3 months after our folks had built what they called their Retirement Home. This person, Jeanie Sims Hunt , was a couple of years younger than me but I did remember her and she was so interested in the history of Pendleton and was sharing her memories from the 50's and 60's through her emails. I realized that she was a very talented writer so I suggested that she seriously write down her Pendleton Memories and I would make a lens about it. We both started getting excited about the possibility of asking other Pendleton folks to do the same. It was about that time that I was asked to speak to the 2009 Leadership Pendleton Class as part of the Future Module talking about social media. At that meeting I heard the speakers for the Past Module and was so impressed with them. One was Sandra Gantt who told about growing up as a black female in Pendleton during the 50's and 60's. Another speaker was 94 year old Nell Seawright Reeves telling about growing up in Pendleton in the 20's and 30's. I later mentioned to both of them about using their speeches to be a part of our Pendleton Memories Series. They both agreed and so now I have 4 lenses including a lensography Pendleton Memories - A Series and am looking forward to other Pendletonians contributing their memories. All three of these lenses are so different and interesting. This project continues to be an education for me.

All of these lenses show what it was like in days gone by: Businesses that used to be on and off the square and the people who ran them. What kind of memories are you making for someone with your business?

Jeanie enjoyed our project so much that she joined Squidoo and created Life In My Grandmother's Time as her first lens. She followed this with the continuing story of her daughter, Audrey, who was a foster child. Jeanie has now published her continuation of Audrey's Story with Growing, Not Under My Heart, But Within Part 2.

The Pendleton District Commission's Curator has become interested in this series and want to archive each of them as part of their Pendleton Historic Collection.

1826 On The Green Announces New Hours

2009-03-10T11:00:00.000-07:00

On March 1, 2009 new hours and a new menu was announced for 1826 On The Green At Farmers Hall Restaurant

Chef Lorett Hayes likes to refer to her restaurant as Pendleton's Front Porch and if you have ever enjoyed her delicious cuisine while sitting at one of the outside tables, you know exactly why. I have sat out there many a time with friends and you do get the feeling that you are relaxing and dining on Pendleton's Front Porch. Chef Lorett is not only clever but she is an excellent cook and hostess. Your dining experience is very special due to the historic setting and exquisite meal but also because Lorett is so hospitable.

Happy Hours are from 5 - 6:30 on Wednesday through Saturday so meet your friends for a toddy and a taste of some of their "Evening Starters". Some of the choices include Coastal Crab Cake, Fried Asparagus, Crab Dip, Raspberry Brie and Gourmet Flatbread.

The Dinner Entrees include such things as Glazed Pork, Rib eye Steak Madeira, Petite Filet, Bronzed Salmon, Grecian Chicken, Rack of Ribs, Crab Cakes and a variety of Pasta Dishes.

For lunch you can have your choice of Soup, Sandwich or Salad. Sandwiches include Rusty's Chicken Salad Sandwich, Roasted Pork Loin, Smoked Turkey Chicken Cordon Blueu, Steak Burger, and a Ham Bacon Melt. Salads include Rusty's Chicken Salad, Cranberry Chicken Salad and Blackened Grilled Chicken Salad.

Come sit on Pendleton's Front Porch and enjoy the scenery, the people and the delicious food!

NOTE: NEW MENU POSTED ON 1826 On The Green Squidoo Lens Check it out!

Timeless Tours and Travel in Pendleton SC

2009-02-18T02:22:00.000-08:00

Do you belong to a group that enjoys fun day trips? If so Jean Vegod, owner of Timeless Tours and Travel, is the person to talk to. She plans some wonderful trips and goes out of her way to make sure that each person has a great time. Jean describes some of her upcoming trips as:

March 4th - Harrah's in Cherokee again.....by popular demand. The cost is $40 and includes transportation, a very nice buffet lunch, and $5 to get us started at the machines. One of the folks who went last time played the 1 penny machines and won $41!!!

March 28th - A Wine-Tasting Trip going to some wineries that we haven't done before, over in N. Georgia. We will have a tasting, then lunch on our own, then 2 more wineries, the second of which is a private estate and vineyard, where they will do an early dinner for us. The last winery promises to be a real treat; the owners are perfectionists, so I know it will be done well!

Jean says that she is thinking about a trip to Asheville for lunch, & a show. The show will be "My Mother's Jewish, My Father's Italian, and I'm in Therapy."

Jean is now booking long trips as well and has a great one planned for China.
October 29 - November 6, 2009 Trip to China - Only $1899

If you are interested in these trips or want to talk to Jean about booking other trips, please give her a call. Jean can also plan a trip for people wanting to come visit us in Pendleton.

Jean Vegod
Timeless Tours & Travel, LLC
150 Link Road
Pendleton, SC 29670
864-646-8864
Tollfree: 866-763-4434

The Ohme Bug Has Been Found!

2009-02-12T13:24:00.000-08:00

Congratulations to Roberta Hulce of Abbeville who found the Ohme Bug on February 12 in Blue Ridge Antiques on the square in Pendleton! Roberta has won lunch for two at the Village Baker. I know you will enjoy that, Roberta. It is delicious! Thank you, Village Baker for donating the prize!

That was fun! Are you interesting in doing it again next month? The only problem I have is with printing the signs and posting them. That is a lot of printing and leg work for this old lady. Any ideas.

February - Where In Pendleton Is The Ohme Bug?

2009-01-28T01:08:00.000-08:00

Do you know what the Ohme Bug is?

The Ohme Bug is going to be hiding in a Pendleton Business during the month of February.

Can you find her? She will be hidden in plain view so you won't have to look behind or under anything.

The first person to find the Ohme Bug will win a gift certificate for lunch at The Village Baker. Now, doesn't that sound exciting. But wait, the winner will also be featured on my Pendleton Businesses Squidoo lens (scroll down webpage).

Rules for the Pendleton Business Ohme Hunt:
- Visit the businesses listed on Pendleton Businesses Squidoo lens. Enjoy your visits and patronize them when possible.
- Find the Ohme Bug which will be hidden in plain view at one of the businesses listed on my Pendleton Businesses Squidoo lens.
- When you find her, give her to the business owner or manager and tell who the Ohme Bug is. Sorry, you can not keep her as she will be hidden again in March if she is found by the end of February.
- The owner will have instructions to call me and I will congratulate you and make arrangements to video or photograph you to be featured on Pendleton Businesses Squidoo lens.

Remember to THINK PENDLETON!

Village Shoppe Closes

2009-01-02T21:54:00.000-08:00

The Village Shoppe closed on December 31, 2008.
We will all miss Peggy and her mother on the square and hope they are making plans to return in another capacity. Both have worked hard to help make Pendleton an even better place. Thank you for all you did for Pendleton. You and your shop will be missed.

Ammons Portrait Studio January White Sale (Black & White, that is)

2009-01-01T04:09:00.000-08:00

Have you ever had a portrait done by Greg Ammons? He is so very talented and we have his work all through our home. He not only does a great job with portraits but also landscapes. If you didn't get the family or children's photos updated for the Holidays, now you have another chance according to Grace Ammons. For January Only, your sitting and a black and white 5 x 7 of your choosing for only $59.00. Sounds like a great deal to me!

Grace also says this: "Individual or Groups....In Studio or Environmental...Pets always welcome. Call Today for your January Appointment!"

Ammons Portrait Studio
On the historic Village Square in Pendleton SC
864-646-6768
Ammons Portrait Studio Website

Christmas Shopping

2008-12-18T19:52:00.000-08:00

I did a little bit of Christmas Shopping on the Square today. I started at Village Station Antiques and got three of the cutest Christmas Hand Towels. One of them says "Dear Santa, Define Good", another one says "Free the Reindeer" and the last one says "Dear Santa, Is it too late to be good!". They were $8 each and are well made and very unique. I also got an antique china ring holder for $5 for my daughter in law. I picked up 2 packages of South Carolina Cocktail Napkins at $3.50 each to have on hand for Friendship gifts. I then went to The Village Shop and got some real nice coasters with the South Carolina Palm Tree on them. I picked up some Holiday Tea at Whitworth Trading Co. so I thought I accomplished a good bit considering I am still hobbling around with an injured leg. I treated myself to lunch with my hubby and a friend at the Village Baker and it was delicious. Have you been? If not, you need to check all the shops and restaurants in Pendleton.

Pendleton Cafe and Coffee Company Presents

2008-12-07T22:20:00.000-08:00

Pendleton artist Lori Solymosi is currently exhibiting some of her work at the Pendleton Cafe and Coffee thru the end of December stop in and have a look.

In addition to artist every Month here are dates for the Friday Night Open-Mic Poetry Series at the cafe.
January 9, 2009
February 6, 2009
March 6, 2009
April 10, 2009
doors open 7:30

Tree Lighting and Holiday Gift Market

2008-11-24T18:50:00.000-08:00

I am looking forward to this weekend in Pendleton on the square with the Tree Lighting Ceremony on Friday and then the Holidays In The Village Christmas Market on Saturday. I plan to be at both events and plan to visit the shops on the square as well as have lunch on the square. Will I see you there? I sure hope so!
Pendleton Happenings
Pendleton Businesses

Pendleton is a great place to be

2008-11-13T07:42:00.000-08:00

Thank you to Eddie Nail and the other organizers of the Childrens Games a couple of weeks ago. Those children sure did have a fun Saturday! Thank you to Bonnie Wortham for the wonderful European Arts and Music Fair. It was great. It is so wonderful to see the town filled with people. I hope they took the time to visit our wonderful shops and restaurants and I know many did.

Ok. I have a big surprise coming soon. The Ohme Bug will be hidden in one of the businesses listed on the Pendleton Businesses lens and whoever finds my Ohme Bug will win a prize. I will be giving you more details soon but it will be fun!
Pendleton Businesses

Please remember to "Think Pendleton" when planning your Christmas lunches and dinners and when you are looking for that very special gift.

Pendleton Music and Arts Fair on the Village Green

2008-11-06T11:19:00.000-08:00

(Nov.6)This Saturday is the Music and Arts Fair on the Village Green and hope everyone is planning on attending. While you are in town, please stop by our wonderful shops and restaurants. Check out our Happenings lens for more details.
Pendleton Happenings
Several businesses have been added to the Pendleton Business Lens and I hope you will visit this lens soon and learn more about our businesses on the Square and beyond.
Pendleton Businesses

Please remember to "THINK PENDLETON"

Fall Harvest Festival

2008-10-21T10:06:00.000-07:00

The Fall Harvest Festival held on October 11 and sponsored by the Pendleton Area Business Association was a huge success. Jean Vegod was the chairperson and she did an excellent job. The weather cooperated and the overall tone of the event was joyous.

Village Station Antiques

2008-09-24T02:41:00.000-07:00

I stopped by Village Station Antiques to get their donation for the Poppers for Evening Under The Stars at Woodburn. Gail is always so good to support local events and she is very much appreciated. Of course, I had to look around while I was in there and found some goodies that I wanted to tell you about. Village Station Antiques has a wonderful assortment of dish towels. They are all throughout the store so you have to browse around. I got two for my daughter in law that are blue checked with a stencil of shrimp on them. They live on the coast and have a blue kitchen so I felt this was perfect. I asked Gail about small individual molds for Tomato Aspic. I remembered that my mom used to have the individual molds but I haven't seen them in awhile. Of course, she had them. Please stop by and visit this beautiful shop on the square and visit their website. Both are a treat!

Be A Good Citizen

2008-09-18T02:28:00.000-07:00

I have always felt that it is my responsible as a citizen of Pendleton to support the local businesses and hope you feel the same way. Pendleton Businesses draw some tourist traffic but that isn't enough to keep a business going. They need the local traffic and that means you and me. Let's rally for our businesses and keep Pendleton Alive - Think Pendleton!

Pendleton Old Photos

2008-09-12T08:02:00.000-07:00

My lens containing old photographs of Pendleton SC is now ranked 107 overall thanks to an Angel Blessing by Thomas C. I am so excited to be this close to the top 100. Thank you to everyone who has viewed this lens. It continues to be more and more fun as I get contacted by old friends and people continue to share old photos for this site. Such fun!
Pendleton Old Photos

Liberty Hall Inn and Cafe

2008-09-07T01:21:00.000-07:00

Liberty Hall Inn Cafe was the perfect setting for our Poppers Meeting last week. Poppers are a fun part of Evening Under The Stars which is coming up soon. Need tickets? Let me know. Now back to lunch. It was wonderful. I had ......well, you guessed it.........Chicken Salad.....and it was great. One of the gals had the Crab Cakes and she says that is her favorite thing to order at Liberty Hall Inn Cafe. She says that it is "out of this world". We really enjoyed our lunch/meeting. I think you would enjoy dining there, too so please make your reservations soon for a wonderful lunch or dinner. Jane and Kevin Martin are so hospitable and help to make it a special event, for sure!

CHICKEN SALAD IN PENDLETON

2008-08-28T06:59:00.000-07:00

I love Chicken Salad and that is my favorite thing to order for lunch. I have tasted everyone's Chicken Salad on the square and am here to tell you that it is all great. They are each different but each one is delicious. I am glad that I don't have to judge them.

Islander Pub & Grille - Pineapple Chicken Salad - this is served inside pineapple which has been scored for easy eating. It is surrounded by beautiful fruit such as grapes, kiwi, and melons and topped with walnuts............DELICIOUS.

Pendleton Cafe and Coffee Company - Their Chicken Salad is their most popular dish and rightfully so. It is wonderful. I need to find out if they sell it by the quart because it would be wonderful to take on trips or to have at home for special occasions.

1826 On The Green - Lorett makes her mom's Chicken Salad that is out of this world. It is called Rusty's Chicken Salad. She serves it with this delicious flat bread. Oh my, I am getting hungry!

ANSWER THE POLL ON THIS LENS AND TELL ME WHICH IS YOUR FAVORITE!

Guess What I found at the Mercantile!

2008-08-24T11:22:00.001-07:00

I went to the 20 yr celebration at The Mercantile yesterday and they have these beautiful, very fragrant reed diffusers. I got the "Beach" fragrance and the container I choose is so beautiful. It really gives a very fresh scent in the house. I love it!

Hey, All You Bulldog Fans

2008-08-24T11:18:00.000-07:00

Have you seen all the Pendleton Bulldog merchandise at the Village Shop? Peggy Lower has everything from belts, koozies, shirts, key chains, those things that you wear around your neck to hold your glasses, flip flops and more! Drop by and take a look at the Village Shop on Exchange Street next door to the new Sturee Tribal which is next door to The Islander.

Shopping In Pendleton Is Lots of Fun!

2008-08-24T10:10:00.000-07:00

I am not a shopper but I do love to shop in Pendleton. Some friends of mine and I are going to be blogging here and telling you all the wonderful things that we are purchasing in Pendleton. We will soon start our Christmas Shopping and let us help you. If you're looking for something specific in our Pendleton Shops, we will check it out and let you know where you can find it and how much it is. How is that? I think this is going to be lots of fun! Let us know what you think in the comments section of the Pendleton Business Lens. Thank you!