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Day: September 10, 2010

Tropical Chicken Grill

Posted on September 10, 2010 By Tom No Comments on Tropical Chicken Grill
Restaurants

Laura and I once again had to divide and conquer for the evening, so I was on my own for dinner.  I decided to try the Tropical Chicken Grill nearby on Pelham Road.  We had tried to eat hear twice before, but the first time it was too crowded, and the second time it was … Read More “Tropical Chicken Grill” »

An Evening at the Fair

Posted on September 10, 2010 By Tom 4 Comments on An Evening at the Fair
Entertainment, Local

Laura had an American Chemical Society meeting Tuesday evening, so I was free to explore. I decided to take my camera out to the Upper South Carolina State Fair.

When I arrived at the fairgrounds, there were a few people, but it wasn’t too terribly crowded I was able to park fairly close to the entrance. I got another surprise as I got to the entrance. It was “Gate Buster” night, so there was free admission to the fair, and $15 for an armband for unlimited rides.

I got there at the height of the “golden hour”. The setting sun bathed the garish colors of the fair, creating a warm pallet with a darkening blue sky accented with clouds.

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