Upcoming Events

In addition to the year-round activities available at the World of Energy, we are constantly hosting special community events and celebrations. Whether catering to Boy Scouts, nearby senior citizens, school groups, or businesswomen, there’s likely an upcoming event that you’ll enjoy! You can read more about our outreach and involvement in our Community Relations Report.

JANUARY

Student Teacher Art Show - January 11 through February 11, 2012

Please join us on Thursday, Jan. 12, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. for a drop in reception as we celebrate the accomplishments of talented artists from the Oconee and Pickens County Public School Systems. The work of these young artists and that of their instructors will be on display through February 11.

FEBRUARY

Celebrating Black History Month - February 13 - 18, 2012

Items on display include a slave dress from the Clemson Area African American Museum, pictures from Jane Edna Hunter's life and the Rosenwald School of Oconee County. The display will be available Monday- Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday noon to 5 p.m.

Super Tuesday - February 14, 2012, 10 a.m. - Discover who Jane Edna Hunter was...

Dr. Rhondda Thomas, Assistant Professor of English at Clemson University, will read A Nickel and a Prayer, the autobiography of Jane Edna Hunter. Dr. Thomas wanted to share Hunter's remarkable story and to revive her legacy. Come listen to her intriguing story and learn more about this amazing African American woman born in 1882 on the Woodburn Plantation in Pendleton, S.C. The one hour program in the auditorium will be followed by light refreshments.

Orchid Show & Sale - February 23 through February 25, 2012

Visit the World of Energy to see dozens of orchids, of all shapes, sizes and varieties, during the Blue Ridge Orchid Society's Annual Orchid Show. Members will be on hand to answer your questions about growing and caring for orchids. A variety of orchids will be available for purchase with proceeds benefiting the orchid society. Cash or check only please.

APRIL

Super Tuesday - April 10, 2012 10 a.m. - Where on earth is Mr. Carlos Luria - CIA?

Educated in Germany, England and the U.S., Carlos Luria was recruited by the CIA as it geared up to meet the Soviet threat. After tours as a field officer he became the executive officer of what in the James Bond movies is designated as "Q" - to be more exact, the 400+ scientists, engineers and technicians who create the technical tools needed for clandestine intelligence collection. Mr. Luria will share a review of the CALILLY operation that tipped us off to the Berlin Wall. This amusing story generates mystery and intrigue while showing the lighter side of people all around us. Mr. Luria will include in his talk a review of some of today's commonplace devices that began life as CIA funded projects, such as the ubiquitous Post-Em notes that began life a as tacky transfer sheet used to lift secret writing. Come join the fun and listen to the intriguing stories he has to share. Light refreshments will follow the presentation.

Check back soon for more exciting events currently being planned!