Hello Thursday.
March 28 2024
ICYMI — Sans Souci has some unique spots to explore. You could even spend a whole day there. We’ve done the hard bit (the planning) for you, so simply send this to your Saturday exploring buddy and tell them y’all have plans for the weekend.
Stop No. 1: Breakfast at Swamp Rabbit Cafe and Grocery or The Spatula
While not technically in the Sans Souci neighborhood, these nearby spots (a few blocks away) are 2 of Editor Ana’s favorites to grab a quick bite. #ProTip: Try the vegan cinnamon roll + marinate tempeh sandwich at The Spatula or the Princess Peach seasonal smoothie at Swamp Rabbit.
Marinate tempeh sandwich basking in golden light | Photo via GVLtoday team
Stop No. 2: Yoga class at Greenville Yoga
We hope you’re an early riser, because this Saturday’s Yin & Flow class (for all levels) starts at 9:15 a.m. (PS — Greenville Yoga is currently working on a beautiful outdoor space they’re calling Rain’s Garden.)
Stop No. 3: Shopping at Artifacts Greenville (and Makers Collective when they’re having a pop up)
Purple. Palatial. Chicken. Coop. We think that’s enough said right there, but in case you need more incentive, you can peruse antiques, art, accessories, and furniture.
Stop No. 4: Lunch at Mike & Jeffs BBQ
Family owned + operated, this BBQ joint was ranked the best BBQ in Greenville by Trip Advisor in 2019.
Stop No. 5: More perusing at Velo Valets Bicycle Shop and/or Off Beat
Velo Valets is for the active cyclist + Off Beat is for the hip fashionista.
To bookmark for the future —
Kiah Bellows: Local artist whose studio in Sans Souci is open on Fridays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Philo Floral: Modern floral design studio to remember for your next special occasion
Paper Moon Studios & Workshops: Mark your calendars for their Weirdo Markets on the first + third Saturdays of the month and their drag shows
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TryThis
- 80’s Prom | Thurs., July 29 | 7-10 p.m. | Swamp Rabbit Cafe and Grocery | Free entry | It’s time to get down on the dance floor for a throwback prom night to benefit Carolina Dance Collaborative.🕺
- In Conversation with Rick Mulkey | Thurs., July 29 | 5:30 p.m. | M. Judson Booksellers | Free | Poet Rick Mulkey will be talking about his new collection of poems — “All These Hungers.” 📚
ForKids
- Lawn Game Night | Thurs., July 29 | 6-8 p.m. | Cleveland Park | Free | Play lawn games like cornhole, spikeball, and bocce ball. 🎯
Watch
- Moonlight Movies | Thurs., July 29 | 7 p.m. | Greer City Park | Free | Grab a blanket + watch Abominable in the park with the family. 🍿
Drink
- Teacher Appreciation Night | Thurs., July 29 | 4-9 p.m. | The Red Horse Inn, 45 Winstons Chase Ct., Landrum | Free entry (if purchasing a beverage) | With school starting back up again, The Red Horse Inn is showing its appreciation for our teachers with wine, food, views, and music. 🍷
Dish
- Viva Pops @ Tetrad Brewing | Thurs., July 29 | 7-9 p.m. | Tetrad Brewing, 603 E. Stone Ave. | Free entry | Enjoy free Common Pops made with Signature Juices by Viva Chicken, which is opening two locations in GVL and collaborating with local establishments.
Biz
- Local Search Engine Optimization Strategies | Thurs., July 29 | 1 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Learn some of the most important local SEO strategies you need to help your website rank higher on Google and other search engines. 💻
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Weather
- 98º | Mostly sunny | 5% chance of rain 🥵
Announced
- It’s gettin’ hot in herre. Three-time Grammy winner Nelly is coming to the Bon Secours Wellness Arena on Dec. 3. Performing with him will be Harper Grace and Jimmie Allen. Secure your tickets on July 30 at 10 a.m. when they officially go on sale. 🔥
ComingSoon
- Opening later this year across the street from the Verdae YMCA, Chestnut Coffee Shop + Chestnut Market promises 3,000 sqft of locally-sourced products and fresh coffee from Methodical Coffee Roasters. ☕️ (Upstate Business Journal)
DYK
- Jeni Britton Bauer of the one and only Jeni's Ice Cream spoke at the 2015 Makers Collective Summit + fell in love with our city’s “creative spirit.” Make sure you give the Makers Collective an extra big “thank you” at the Indie Craft Parade in September.🍦(Greenville News)
Drink
- The Greenville Zoo is hosting their 14th Annual Sippin' Safari fundraiser. Enjoy a night strolling through the zoo sipping 60+ wines, trying food samples from local restaurants, and listening to live music. 🦒
Cause
- The shelves at Greenville County Animal Care are empty, and the local animal shelter desperately needs any blankets, towels, and fleece blankets you can donate (gently used are acceptable). Drop your donations off anytime between 12-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday. 🐶
Health
- Bon Secours Health System will be hosting a free Health Day Fair this Saturday at the Phillis Wheatley Community Center from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. They will be providing COVID-19 vaccinations, mammograms, primary care, and substance abuse education. (Greenville Journal)
WaterCooler
- On Aug. 3, The Greenville Drive, BMW, Hubbell Lighting, and Greenville Technical College will be taking over Fluor Field for the sixth annual Advanced Manufacturing & Engineering Night. The best part — Greenville County Schools students can attend the Drive game for free that evening to check out the lastest tech, demonstrations, and robot races. 🤖 (Greenville Journal)
ForKids
- Are you looking for after school care for your student? Register now for the City of Greenville's Study Buddies Afterschool Program that runs Mon.-Fri. from 2:30-6 p.m. to help students with homework assistance, life skill development, arts and crafts, and more.
Apply
- Calling all writers, creators + Greenville cheerleaders. GVLtoday is officially accepting applications for a Fall 2021 intern. If you’d like to apply, complete the application by tomorrow, Fri., July 30, at noon. ️
Dish
- euphoria will host Living on the Veg: An Organic, Plant-based Dinner at Topsoil Kitchen & Market in downtown Travelers Rest on Sat., Sept. 18, 6:30 p.m., when Topsoil’s Chef Adam Cooke will team up with Chef Matthew Raiford from Gilliard Farms (Brunswick, GA) for a local-veggie focused evening. 🥬 Ⓟ
Community
- Greenville Federal Credit Union recently announced the return of its Thanks and Giving Grants program. This fall, it will award 5 grants of $10,000 to local community-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits committed to improving local prosperity in communities within Greenville County. Apply now through Sept. 17. Ⓟ
FeaturedJob
- Peruvian rotisserie joint Viva Chicken is opening soon in Greenville, SC, and they’re hiring for part-time and full-time team members including cashiers, bussers, and food runners. Apply for one of the many job openings online or in person (weekdays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.) at 1139 Woodruff Rd. Ⓟ
Modal — the first hostel in Greenville + only the second in the state of SC — is celebrating their 1 year anniversary today. The boutique, modern hostel with their own coffee shop + bar off Augusta Road is hosting a special event this evening during their weekly Queer Night complete with food, music, and drinks from 5-9 p.m. Mayor Knox White will also be present for a special ribbon cutting ceremony at 4:30 p.m.
If you can’t make it or haven’t stopped in for a staycation yet, check out this video to see what Modal is all about.
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