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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 1, 2013
CONTACT: Jane Peterson
803-425-7676 ext. 305
Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County Announces Volunteer and Service Awards
At Annual Meeting Along With A Special Honor for Sibby Wood
Camden—Board members, donors, community leaders, and friends gathered in the Jim & Pat
Watts Performing Arts Wing at the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) recently to celebrate the
commitment and dedication of several key volunteers and leaders at the Center.
The Annual Meeting, led by FAC Board President Mary Jones, offered the opportunity to reviewthe previous year’s accomplishments, look ahead to the new season, meet new board members and
congratulate the recipients of these FAC awards.
• About the awards
The Harriet Phelps Service Award recognizes someone who, like Harriet Phelps, has given diligently
of labor and energy to the FAC. It recognizes Harriet Phelps’ determination and sustained efforts and
her role as a principal driving force bringing the Fine Arts Center into existence. This year’s recipient was
Karen Eckford. Eckford, served on the FAC board for seven years, and served as chair from 2010-2012.
Eckford has been instrumental in the success of many fundraising projects including the Camden Kitchen
Tour, Gala & Auction, and Polo. She is the Senior Vice President and Market Executive of NBSC a division
of Synovus Bank in Camden. She is very active in the community and serves on numerous boards in the
area.
Another important award of the evening was The Volunteer of the Year, which was presented by
FAC Facilities and Volunteer Director, Margaret Bishop, to longtime volunteer Cindy Rhame. Rhame is a
Camden native and has been involved with the FAC both in the front office and at various events for
many years. She is well-loved and is a dedicated volunteer always willing to help.
The Ben Bostick Vision Award recognizes someone who, like Ben Bostick, had the vision to look
into the future. It is a special combination of wisdom and practical implementation of the ideal that has
insured the long range success of the Fine Arts Center. This year’s recipient was awarded to The
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Frederick S. Upton Foundation, a major, long-time FAC supporter. The Frederick S. Upton Foundation is
managed by the family of Sibby Wood, a long-time advocate and founding member of the Center.
• A Special Recognition
A surprise recognition occurred during the evening when Sibby Wood, long time donor and
advocate of the arts in South Carolina was honored with a proclamation from the state legislature
naming August 18 “Sibby Wood Day” in the state of South Carolina. Arranged by board president, Mary
Jones and Kershaw County state representative Laurie Funderburk, Wood was presented a certificate by
Robert Slade, brother of representative Funderburk and a past Brevard Scholarship winner. Slade is a
prime example of the positive influence of the FAC and of the arts. Slade attended Brevard Music School
on a scholarship from the FAC made possible by the Upton Foundation. Today, Slade is a respected
music educator.
At the end of the evening, the Board of Directors elected new board members: Laurey Carpenter,Lauren Reeder and Dennis Stuber. Retiring from the board this year were: Karen Eckford and Edwin
Kohn.
For more information about Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County programs, please call 803-425-7676
extension 300 or visit the FAC website at www.fineartscenter.org. The FAC is located at 810 Lyttleton
Street in Camden. Hours are Monday through Wednesday and Friday, 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. and
Thursday 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
The Fine Arts Center is funded in part by the Frederick S. Upton Foundation and the South Carolina
Arts Commission, which receives support from the National Endowment for the Arts. Additional funding
provided by the City of Camden, Kershaw County, and BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina along with
donations from businesses and individuals.
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