About Your ChamberWe are a private, non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing and improving the business climate and quality of life in the Greater area of Pickens County and in the surrounding region. We have multiple cities and towns that make up our area served and it is our desire to always be a marketing arm and advocacy agency for each location. There is so much to offer in our area with our low cost of living, beautiful and abundant outdoor recreation, multiple technical colleges and the well known Pickens County Career & Technology Center as well as our numerous universities and hospitals.
We are financially supported by area businesses and community members. Here are a few ways to partner with our Chamber:
The County of Pickens and surrounding area is a vibrant atmosphere where your business will begin to experience unparalleled success. We often say that 'Pickens is where the mountains begin,' but we firmly believe that Pickens is a place where start-ups and entrepreneurs have great potential to begin and prosper. We have a local charm that is second to none and a wealth of assets at your disposal. Coupled with our rich heritage and tourism outlets, we know that together we can enhance and continue our efforts towards a vibrant business economy. There is a wealth of information here for your consideration. Feel free to explore our pages and if you find a question unanswered, contact us and we’ll be happy to assist you. Want to be a member of the GPCOC?
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Pickens Bargain Exchange Flea Market
1449 Walhall Highway, Pickens
Website: http://www.bargainexchangefleamarket.com/
(864) 878-4762
Greatest flea market on Wednesday!
5AM - 1PM
A great antique market. Over 60 acres and 2000 spots.
Office open on Tuesdays for reservations and information.
Pictured are L to R - Bryan Owens-Chamber Executive Director, Elease Ellege, Haley, & Trey Boggs-Owner, Mayor Fletcher Perry.
Website: http://www.bargainexchangefleamarket.com/
(864) 878-4762
Greatest flea market on Wednesday!
5AM - 1PM
A great antique market. Over 60 acres and 2000 spots.
Office open on Tuesdays for reservations and information.
Pictured are L to R - Bryan Owens-Chamber Executive Director, Elease Ellege, Haley, & Trey Boggs-Owner, Mayor Fletcher Perry.
On Friday July 8th we cut the ribbon at the newest indoor play and party center in Pickens - Happy Kids Playhouse! Located inside The Market at the Mill, 3rd warehouse, 225 Pumpkintown Highway, Pickens.
Offering hours of fun and excitement with creative play and inflatables. Ages 10 and under $10 admission, $8 siblings.
Open Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 10AM - 4PM
**Open Play time on Saturdays may vary depending on private party rentals**
Call (864) 556-9601 for more information or to book your next birthday party, baby shower, summer bash or back to school party!
Pictured are Brittany Chapman - Alliance Pickens, Owners Brian and Sheree Nicholson, Braylon Nicholson, Mande Ferreira - The Market at the Mill, and Sylvia Nicholson.
Offering hours of fun and excitement with creative play and inflatables. Ages 10 and under $10 admission, $8 siblings.
Open Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 10AM - 4PM
**Open Play time on Saturdays may vary depending on private party rentals**
Call (864) 556-9601 for more information or to book your next birthday party, baby shower, summer bash or back to school party!
Pictured are Brittany Chapman - Alliance Pickens, Owners Brian and Sheree Nicholson, Braylon Nicholson, Mande Ferreira - The Market at the Mill, and Sylvia Nicholson.
Rivye Bistro, Boutique & Juice Bar
Brandi opened her juice bar on Main Street, Pickens August 2021. She and her staff have been providing healthy juices, smoothies, salads, sandwiches and more to the Pickens community for breakfast, lunch or a quick snack. The boutique side has a large selection of home decor, food items, clothing, jewelry & accessories. Located at 111 W. Main Street, Pickens. The Ascend Pickens Board is pleased to award Brandi Bray owner of Rivyve Bistro, Boutique & Juice Bar our 2021 new business of the year award. Award presented by Megan Thomas, Ascend Board Chair and Allison Fowler, Ascend Board Member
Photo courtesy of Rocky Nimmons, Pickens County Courier
Photo courtesy of Rocky Nimmons, Pickens County Courier
Acker, Lambert, Hinton, P.A.
Each year we recognize a business that has gone above and beyond to support the business community. This business is no stranger to their community involvement and their support of Pickens County. They have a heart for the businesses, the youth and the health of Pickens County and each of their Attorney's tirelessly volunteer and support community efforts to make Pickens a better place.
Thank you for your support of the Chamber and our community!
Award presented by Bryan Owens, Chamber board President
Photo courtesy of Rocky Nimmons, Pickens County Courier
Thank you for your support of the Chamber and our community!
Award presented by Bryan Owens, Chamber board President
Photo courtesy of Rocky Nimmons, Pickens County Courier
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It was an honor to host over 400 people (players, coaches and families) from the Senior League Baseball World Series for a dinner at the Doodle Market Pavilion on Wednesday August 3, 2022.
The players and their families were from all over the world: Central Region (Burbank, Illinois), Southwest Region (Houston, TX), Southeast Region (Norfolk, VA), West Region (Maui, Hawaii), Asia Pacific (Guam), Caribbean (Puerto Rico), Europe Africa (talk) and Latin America (Panama).
Mayor Fletcher Perry kicked off the evening by welcoming everyone to beautiful Pickens, SC. Then our speaker, Jan Cubbage - wife of Major League Baseball Hall of Famer Mike Cubbage gave an uplifting speech about “staying the course - big things are possible”. The players loved getting to Mike Cubbage’s championship rings… including two World Series rings.
Entertainment was supplied by the Matt Phillips band.
Special thanks to the Greater Pickens Chamber of Commerce for planning our event. And a special thanks to the following businesses who provided the food: SouthCack Taproom, Iron Horse Steamers, and 2 Bros Pizza. And, last, but not least, a big thanks to our awesome Pickens Fire Department for all of their help in serving our guests and making sure they were able to safely board their buses after the summer storm.
The players and their families were from all over the world: Central Region (Burbank, Illinois), Southwest Region (Houston, TX), Southeast Region (Norfolk, VA), West Region (Maui, Hawaii), Asia Pacific (Guam), Caribbean (Puerto Rico), Europe Africa (talk) and Latin America (Panama).
Mayor Fletcher Perry kicked off the evening by welcoming everyone to beautiful Pickens, SC. Then our speaker, Jan Cubbage - wife of Major League Baseball Hall of Famer Mike Cubbage gave an uplifting speech about “staying the course - big things are possible”. The players loved getting to Mike Cubbage’s championship rings… including two World Series rings.
Entertainment was supplied by the Matt Phillips band.
Special thanks to the Greater Pickens Chamber of Commerce for planning our event. And a special thanks to the following businesses who provided the food: SouthCack Taproom, Iron Horse Steamers, and 2 Bros Pizza. And, last, but not least, a big thanks to our awesome Pickens Fire Department for all of their help in serving our guests and making sure they were able to safely board their buses after the summer storm.
Liza Holder
This year's award recipient has been a pillar of the community for over 30 years. Liza's dedication to supporting the youth of Pickens, the business community and the health of our community has been the essence of her citizenship service.
A member of Pickens Presbyterian Church for over 30 years serving as a Youth Leader, Elder and Chair of the Child Development Center so the youth of our City could have a fun and safe haven for their early childhood education.
20+ year board member of the Foundation Board for our local hospital, Cannon Memorial and now AnMed Health Cannon as a community advocate focusing on the importance of a local hospital and professional care for our community.
In her service to the business community, she has been a member of the Greater Pickens Chamber of Commerce Board for over 10 years. Celebrating the new businesses at their grand openings, assisting with fundraising efforts to keep the visitor Center operating & a proponent of Support Local & Shop Pickens.
A devoted employee of Blue Ridge Electric for over 30 years Liza championed their mission of employee wellness and community wellness through numerous blood drives and outreach efforts. Her passion for workforce development and training has been the foundation of her service and she was the driving force behind establishing their Member Services Call Center. It was her goal to ensure that Pickens Community had access to a 24 hour member line to report downed lines and outages so they can get their services back on as soon as possible.
Award presented by Emily DeRoberts of Duke Energy
Photo courtesy of Rocky Nimmons, Pickens County Courier
A member of Pickens Presbyterian Church for over 30 years serving as a Youth Leader, Elder and Chair of the Child Development Center so the youth of our City could have a fun and safe haven for their early childhood education.
20+ year board member of the Foundation Board for our local hospital, Cannon Memorial and now AnMed Health Cannon as a community advocate focusing on the importance of a local hospital and professional care for our community.
In her service to the business community, she has been a member of the Greater Pickens Chamber of Commerce Board for over 10 years. Celebrating the new businesses at their grand openings, assisting with fundraising efforts to keep the visitor Center operating & a proponent of Support Local & Shop Pickens.
A devoted employee of Blue Ridge Electric for over 30 years Liza championed their mission of employee wellness and community wellness through numerous blood drives and outreach efforts. Her passion for workforce development and training has been the foundation of her service and she was the driving force behind establishing their Member Services Call Center. It was her goal to ensure that Pickens Community had access to a 24 hour member line to report downed lines and outages so they can get their services back on as soon as possible.
Award presented by Emily DeRoberts of Duke Energy
Photo courtesy of Rocky Nimmons, Pickens County Courier
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We are honored to be an ATAX Grant Recipient to fund and continue our efforts in Pickens County Tourism
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