Greenville County Museum of Art

Friday, October 13 | 1:30 pm James Farmer

Lunch with James Farmer - This event is sold out. To add your name to the wait list, please call Jillian Sims at 864.271.7570 x 1061
Booksigning with James Farmer 1:30

Meet author and designer James Farmer at the GCMA, where he will sign his latest book, A Place to Call Home. In addition, Farmer is the author of the top-selling cookbooks A Time To Cook; Dinner on the Grounds, and A Time to Celebrate. Guests enjoy a 20% discount on all in-stock James Farmer books throughout AFAD Weekend.

Southern born and bred, James is a professional garden, floral, and interior designer; cook; author and lifestyle expert. In addition, Farmer's work is often featured in shelter magazines, and he is a frequent guest on television and radio. Farmer’s natural Southern grace and warm personality light up any room. A skilled and entertaining speaker, Farmer is truly a young and fresh voice for his generation. Whether he’s teaching how to plan the perfect picnic, using everyday items to create exquisite tabletops, creating gorgeous flower arrangements and wreaths, or making his grandmother’s skillet peach pie, Farmer masterfully guides his audience through the art of elegant garden living.

Weekend Schedule of Events

Thursday, October 12 – Preview Party

Be among the first to see the beautiful antiques, fine art, and design must-haves at this gala black-tie Preview Party for AFAD patrons! Enjoy delectable hors d'oeuvres and tasty cocktails while browsing the best of the best before the show opens to the public. For more information, call 864.546.4065.
 

Friday, October 13

• 10 am – Show opens to the public.
• 11:30 am – SOLD OUT. Lunch and Lecture with special guest James Farmer. $50, includes show admission, lunch, and a 20% discount on all in-stock James Farmer books. Reservation required. To add your name to the waiting list, please call Jillian at 864.271.7570 x 1061. 
• Noon – 1:30 pm – Take a break from shopping and enjoy a delicious boxed lunch ($10) at tables stationed throughout the show floor.
• 1:30 pm – Booksigning with lifestyle expert James Farmer, who will sign his latest book, A Place to Call Home. Enjoy a 20% discount on all in-stock James Farmer books throughout AFAD Weekend.
• 3 pm – 4:30 pm – Antiques & Drinks. Meet up with friends and sample a stellar dessert and piping hot cup of coffee or iced tea while you compare your finds.
• 5 pm – Show closes.
   

Saturday, October 14

• 10 am – Show opens to the public.
• Noon – 1:30 pm – Gather with friends and enjoy a tasty lunch ($10) at tables stationed throughout the show floor.
• 3 pm – 4:30 pm – Antiques & Drinks. Savor a cup of hot coffee or an iced tea and an elegant bite of dessert before making one last pass through the beautiful booths and displays.
• 5 pm – Show closes.

 Sunday, October 15

• 1 pm – Show opens to the public.
• 2 pm – 4 pm – Antiques & Drinks. Savor a cup of hot coffee or a glass of tea and an elegant bite of dessert before making one last pass through the beautiful booths and displays.
• 5 pm – Show closes.

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